Patents by Inventor H. E. Buddy

H. E. Buddy has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Pressure indicator
    Patent number: 4527429
    Abstract: A pressure gauge is provided for use with a swimming pool filter system to indicate the condition of the swimming pool filter and advise when changing of the filter element is necessary. The pressure gauge is also useful to remove trapped air within the filter system and relief any vacuum that may be built up within the system by permitting bleed air to pass into and out of the filter system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1983
    Date of Patent: July 9, 1985
    Assignee: Aladdin Equipment Company
    Inventors: H. E. Buddy Combest, Larry M. Tunks
  • Pool surface skimming apparatus
    Patent number: 4325150
    Abstract: A pool surface skimming apparatus is disclosed which has two concentric, substantially cylindrical shells engageable one about the other. The inner shell has a floatation means integral therewith and a waste removal basket contained within its lower portion The inner shell floats atop of the surface of the pool thus occasioning collection of solid matter from the pool's miniscus layer. The outer shell provides for the attachment of plumbing fixtures utilizable in the operation of the skimming apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1980
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1982
    Inventor: H. E. Buddy
  • Submerged surface vacuum cleaner
    Patent number: 4254525
    Abstract: A vacuum apparatus for the cleansing of submerged surfaces is provided whereby brush devices are centrally located on opposite sides of a suction element and work with a rib to create a vortex thereby facilitating the cleansing action. The suction element consists of multiple chambers, which are separated by a diaphragm integrally connected to oppositely opening access wings. Variable mounting of wing control arms provide for selective cleaning of large or small debris.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1979
    Date of Patent: March 10, 1981
    Assignee: Aladdin Equipment Company
    Inventor: H. E. Buddy Combest
  • Ring for lighting fixture
    Patent number: D250968
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 1977
    Date of Patent: January 30, 1979
    Inventor: H. E. Buddy Combest