Patents by Inventor James Kritzler

James Kritzler 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).

  • Barrier orifice valve for gas lift
    Publication number: 20070181312
    Abstract: Gas lift valve designs and gas lift systems are described that feature a positive closure mechanism that is highly resistant to significant wear or damage that would result in fluid leakage. A pivotable flapper member is incorporated into a gas lift valve and used as a flow control mechanism. The flapper member provides a positive barrier to fluid flow from the production tubing to the annulus, even after substantial wear or damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2006
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Applicant: Baker Hughes Incorporated
    Inventors: James Kritzler, James Holt, Vic Randazzo, Walt Chapman