Patents by Inventor James T. Cash
James T. Cash 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).
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Patent number: 11796197Abstract: A module air curtain and recirculation system that can be incorporated into various tables and workstations that provides 1) an effective air curtain between individuals, 2) a reduction of harmful viruses and 3) the ability for two or more people to be in close proximity without having to wear personal protective equipment such as face masks. The apparatus for indoor air filtration and conditioning creates an air curtain between and around people. The device captures aerosolized droplets expelled from occupants and recirculates cleaned air to operate the air curtain while greatly increasing effective air changes per hour in spaces it is employed. While portable room air purifiers are used to improve the air quality of indoor spaces and reduce particles, allergens, and viruses, they do little to stop the person-to-person transmission of viruses. This device solves these deficiencies.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2021Date of Patent: October 24, 2023Inventors: James T. Cash, Olivia Z. Cash
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Publication number: 20230100405Abstract: An electrostatic precipitator in one embodiment includes an outer housing defining an internal space, and a primary collector disposed therein which comprises a pair of nested inner and outer radial collecting walls. A collection annulus is formed between the walls which receives a flowing process gas stream. Electrodes within the annulus electrically charge particles entrained in the gas stream which electrostatically adhere to the collecting walls. In one embodiment, the collecting walls rotate through a stationary cleaning station in the housing which includes mechanical devices such as scrapers to automatically and mechanically remove the collected particles from the walls. The devices may be vertical drag chains with scrapers coupled thereto in one embodiment. The precipitator may be a wet electrostatic precipitator which treats an incoming wetted gas stream. The precipitator is especially adapted to remove sticky type particulate from the collecting walls.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2022Publication date: March 30, 2023Inventors: Jaymie Carl DEEMER, James T. CASH
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Patent number: 11499715Abstract: Methods and systems for oxidizing gas are provided. An example regenerative oxidizer is provided that includes a combustion chamber to heat gas present in the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a first heat exchange media bed and a second heat exchange media bed. Each of the first heat exchange media bed and the second heat exchange media bed are in fluid communication with the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer further includes two burners disposed within the combustion chamber to provide a total heat input to the gas present in the combustion chamber. At least one of the two burners is independently adjustable based on the airflow direction.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2019Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: DUSTEX, LLCInventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 11226122Abstract: A module air curtain and recirculation system that can be incorporated into various tables and workstations that provides 1) an effective air curtain between individuals, 2) a reduction of harmful viruses and 3) the ability for two or more people to be in close proximity without having to wear personal protective equipment such as face masks.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2020Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Inventors: James T. Cash, Olivia Cash
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Publication number: 20220010995Abstract: A module air curtain and recirculation system that can be incorporated into various tables and workstations that provides 1) an effective air curtain between individuals, 2) a reduction of harmful viruses and 3) the ability for two or more people to be in close proximity without having to wear personal protective equipment such as face masks. The apparatus for indoor air filtration and conditioning creates an air curtain between and around people. The device captures aerosolized droplets expelled from occupants and recirculates cleaned air to operate the air curtain while greatly increasing effective air changes per hour in spaces it is employed. While portable room air purifiers are used to improve the air quality of indoor spaces and reduce particles, allergens, and viruses, they do little to stop the person-to-person transmission of viruses. This device solves these deficiencies.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2021Publication date: January 13, 2022Inventors: James T. Cash, Olivia Z. Cash
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Publication number: 20220010988Abstract: A module air curtain and recirculation system that can be incorporated into various tables and workstations that provides 1) an effective air curtain between individuals, 2) a reduction of harmful viruses and 3) the ability for two or more people to be in close proximity without having to wear personal protective equipment such as face masks.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2020Publication date: January 13, 2022Inventors: James T. Cash, Olivia Z. Cash
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Patent number: 11181267Abstract: Methods and systems for oxidizing gas are provided. An example regenerative oxidizer is provided that includes a combustion chamber to heat gas present in the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a first heat exchange media bed and a second heat exchange media bed, each in fluid communication with the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a rotary valve disposed at least partially between the first heat exchange media bed and the second heat exchange media bed. The rotary valve may alternate the flow of gas between a first and a second airflow direction. The first heat exchange media bed, the rotary valve, and the second heat exchange media bed are arranged with respect to each other such that the gas pathway between the first heat exchange media bed and the rotary valve and between the second heat exchange media bed and the rotary valve is non-linear.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2019Date of Patent: November 23, 2021Assignee: Dustex LLCInventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 11040353Abstract: A novel device which can ensure safe and effective elimination of collected pathogens and avoid secondary toxins. The device is suitable for installation into various HVAC and air handling equipment to rid the air of dangerous viral agents. The destruction of pathogens is guaranteed by heating collecting surfaces sufficiently. Complete direct line of sight of the lamp to the filter is not required as is with UV light.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2020Date of Patent: June 22, 2021Inventor: James T. Cash
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Publication number: 20210172600Abstract: Methods and systems for oxidizing gas are provided. An example regenerative oxidizer is provided that includes a combustion chamber to heat gas present in the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a first heat exchange media bed and a second heat exchange media bed. Each of the first heat exchange media bed and the second heat exchange media bed are in fluid communication with the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer further includes two burners disposed within the combustion chamber to provide a total heat input to the gas present in the combustion chamber. At least one of the two burners is independently adjustable based on the airflow direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2019Publication date: June 10, 2021Applicant: DUSTEX LLCInventor: James T. Cash
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Publication number: 20210172599Abstract: Methods and systems for oxidizing gas are provided. An example regenerative oxidizer is provided that includes a combustion chamber to heat gas present in the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a first heat exchange media bed and a second heat exchange media bed, each in fluid communication with the combustion chamber. The regenerative oxidizer also includes a rotary valve disposed at least partially between the first heat exchange media bed and the second heat exchange media bed. The rotary valve may alternate the flow of gas between a first and a second airflow direction. The first heat exchange media bed, the rotary valve, and the second heat exchange media bed are arranged with respect to each other such that the gas pathway between the first heat exchange media bed and the rotary valve and between the second heat exchange media bed and the rotary valve is non-linear.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2019Publication date: June 10, 2021Applicant: DUSTEX LLCInventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 8945423Abstract: Method of extracting syngas between the zone in a furnace where oxygen-starved combustion of biomass occurs and the zone in the furnace where secondary air is added to complete combustion, conditioning and cleaning the extracted syngas, and delivering it in a metered amount to the oxidizer or upstream of the oxidizer to reduce or eliminate the need for additional fossil fuels once the oxidizer has achieved its operating temperature. The gasifier or furnace burns solid waste and produces a syngas containing relatively high levels of CO, which is extracted from the furnace, conditioned, and introduced into an RTO as a fuel source. In certain embodiments, no extraction of syngas from the furnace takes place; the furnace conditions are manipulated so that normally undesirable levels of CO and other VOC's remain in the process stream. The heat from the furnace is used as intended (e.g., to heat a dryer), the stream is conditioned, and ultimately proceeds to a downstream RTO.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2011Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: MegTec Systems, Inc.Inventors: James T. Cash, Jeffrey C. Rudolph
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Publication number: 20120174431Abstract: Method of extracting syngas between the zone in a furnace where oxygen-starved combustion of biomass occurs and the zone in the furnace where secondary air is added to complete combustion, conditioning and cleaning the extracted syngas, and delivering it in a metered amount to the oxidizer or upstream of the oxidizer to reduce or eliminate the need for additional fossil fuels once the oxidizer has achieved its operating temperature. The gasifier or furnace burns solid waste and produces a syngas containing relatively high levels of CO, which is extracted from the furnace, conditioned, and introduced into an RTO as a fuel source. In certain embodiments, no extraction of syngas from the furnace takes place; the furnace conditions are manipulated so that normally undesirable levels of CO and other VOC's remain in the process stream. The heat from the furnace is used as intended (e.g., to heat a dryer), the stream is conditioned, and ultimately proceeds to a downstream RTO.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2011Publication date: July 12, 2012Applicant: MEGTEC SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: James T. Cash, Jeffrey C. Rudolph
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Patent number: 7325562Abstract: Valve with heated sealing gas suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. In a preferred embodiment, the valve utilizes hot gas from the regenerative process to heat gas for sealing the valve, and sealing air flows through a heat exchanger that is positioned to be in contact with hot exhaust gas from the regenerative process.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2002Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Assignee: Meggec Systems, Inc.Inventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 7150446Abstract: Valve and valve lift system suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. In a preferred embodiment, the valve is sealed with pressurized air during its stationary modes, and unsealed during movement to reduce valve wear.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2005Date of Patent: December 19, 2006Inventors: James T. Cash, Ken Wendorf, Glenn Schmidt
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Patent number: 6978977Abstract: Valve and valve lift system suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. In a preferred embodiment, the valve is sealed with pressurized air during its stationary modes, and unsealed during movement to reduce valve wear.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2003Date of Patent: December 27, 2005Assignee: Megtec Systems, Inc.Inventors: James T. Cash, Ken Wendorf, Glenn Schmidt
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Patent number: 6899121Abstract: Switching valve utilizing a rotatable seal suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. The valve has a seal plate that defines two chambers, each chamber being a flow port that leads to one of two regenerative beds of the oxidizer. The valve also includes a switching flow distributor that provides alternate channeling of the inlet or outlet process gas to each half of the seal plate. The valve operates between two modes: a stationary mode and a valve movement mode. In the stationary mode, a tight gas seal is used to minimize or prevent process gas leakage. The gas seal also seals during valve movement.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2003Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: Megtec Systems Inc.Inventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 6892750Abstract: Switching valve and a regenerative thermal oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. The valve has a seal plate that defines two chambers, each chamber being a flow port that leads to one of two regenerative beds of the oxidizer. The valve also includes a switching flow distributor which provides alternate channeling of the inlet or outlet process gas to each half of the seal plate. The valve operates between two modes: a stationary mode and a valve movement mode. In the stationary mode, a tight gas seal is used to minimize or prevent process gas leakage. The gas seal also seals during valve movement.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2001Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignee: Megtec Systems, Inc.Inventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 6783111Abstract: Valve and valve lift system suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. In a preferred embodiment, the valve is sealed with pressurized air during its stationary modes, and unsealed during movement to reduce valve wear.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2003Date of Patent: August 31, 2004Assignee: Megtec Systems Inc.Inventors: James T. Cash, Ken Wendorf, Glenn Schmidt
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Publication number: 20040131987Abstract: Switching valve utilizing a rotatable seal suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. The valve has a seal plate that defines two chambers, each chamber being a flow port that leads to one of two regenerative beds of the oxidizer. The valve also includes a switching flow distributor that provides alternate channeling of the inlet or outlet process gas to each half of the seal plate. The valve operates between two modes: a stationary mode and a valve movement mode. In the stationary mode, a tight gas seal is used to minimize or prevent process gas leakage. The gas seal also seals during valve movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2003Publication date: July 8, 2004Applicant: Megtec Systems, Inc.Inventor: James T. Cash
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Patent number: 6749815Abstract: Switching valve utilizing a rotatable seal suitable for use in a regenerative thermal oxidizer, and oxidizer including the switching valve. The valve of the present invention exhibits excellent sealing characteristics and minimizes wear. The valve has a seal plate that defines two chambers, each chamber being a flow port that leads to one of two regenerative beds of the oxidizer. The valve also includes a switching flow distributor that provides alternate channeling of the inlet or outlet process gas to each half of the seal plate. The valve operates between two modes: a stationary mode and a valve movement mode. In the stationary mode, a tight gas seal is used to minimize or prevent process gas leakage. The gas seal also seals during valve movement.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2001Date of Patent: June 15, 2004Assignee: Megtec Systems, Inc.Inventor: James T. Cash