Patents by Inventor James S. Bauer

James S. Bauer 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).

  • Patent number: 4932241
    Abstract: A test pipe for pressure testing piping systems includes an elongated main pipe section having top and bottom end portions and an internal closure preventing fluid flow therethrough. A valved first port in communication with the top end portion enables the test portion of the system to be filled from the bottom upon connection to a pressurized fluid source. Upon pressurization of the system, a pressure gauge in communication with the top end portion will indicate any pressure reductions due to system leaks. Upon successful testing, the valve first port is connected by a bypass hose to a second port in communication with the bottom end portion for drainage of fluid from the test portion to the piping system directly below the test pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 1989
    Date of Patent: June 12, 1990
    Inventors: Thurman J. Carmody, Arthur D. McWilliams, James S. Bauer