Patents by Inventor James J. Ballanger

James J. Ballanger 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).

  • Publication number: 20240149200
    Abstract: A filter element includes a tube of filter media, a first end cap and a second end cap. The tube of filter media extends between a first end and a second end. The tube of filter media has a cylindrical outer periphery and defines a central cavity. The first end cap is secured to the first end of the tube of filter media. The first end cap includes a first aperture having a first diameter. The second end cap is secured to the second end of the tube of filter media. The second end cap includes an attachment region adjacent the second end of the filter media and a first central hub positioned radially inward of the attachment region. The first central hub defines a second aperture having a second diameter. The second diameter is smaller than the first diameter. Systems having one or more filter elements, a tube sheet, and mounting yoke are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: ALTAIR (UK) LTD.
    Inventors: Kate Taylor, Stephen D. Hiner, James J. Ballanger
  • Publication number: 20240024808
    Abstract: Filter elements, filter mounting systems, filter systems, methods of servicing filter systems, and methods of mounting filter elements are provided herein. The mounting system may include a quick attach attachment member that can be both axially slid along a mounting shank as well as threadedly engaged therewith. Torque limiting features may be provided to limit the amount of loading that may be provided by an attachment member to a filter element. Identifiers of appropriate tightening of attachment members may be provided. Clocking features and mechanisms for better balancing loading on seal members may be provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Applicants: Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Altair (UK) Ltd.
    Inventors: James J. Ballanger, Casey C. Dent, Richard Paul Steele, Stephen D. Hiner, Timothy A. Ajayi, Kate Taylor