Patents by Inventor John Kevin Schoolcraft

John Kevin Schoolcraft 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: 11555718
    Abstract: A meter assembly is provided including a register or an index associated with a meter; and a communication circuit decoupled from the register or the index and configured to communicate with the register or the index using an optical communication link between the register or the index and the communication circuit. Related communication circuit housings are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2023
    Assignee: Sensus Spectrum, LLC
    Inventors: Adam Hansen, James Malone Giarelli, John Kevin Schoolcraft
  • Publication number: 20200232814
    Abstract: A meter assembly is provided including a register or an index associated with a meter; and a communication circuit decoupled from the register or the index and configured to communicate with the register or the index using an optical communication link between the register or the index and the communication circuit. Related communication circuit housings are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Publication date: July 23, 2020
    Inventors: Adam Hansen, James Malone Giarelli, John Kevin Schoolcraft
  • Patent number: 9896829
    Abstract: A diaphragm for use in a diaphragm-type flush valve includes a flexible diaphragm body having a first side and a second side and an outer periphery, a center passageway defined in the diaphragm body, a bypass orifice defined in the diaphragm body, and a sealing ring attached to the outer periphery of the flexible diaphragm body. The sealing ring defines an outer circumferential surface of the diaphragm. The outer circumferential surface of the sealing ring defines a recessed area. The recessed area is configured to be positioned in a keyed relationship with a flush valve body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2018
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew C. Davis, Michael A. Funari, John Kevin Schoolcraft
  • Patent number: 9650778
    Abstract: A urinal includes a urinal body having a top portion, a left sidewall, a right sidewall, and a rear wall, which define an internal cavity, and a bowl having a concave shape. The top portion includes a plenum chamber defined therein, which is configured to receive flush water and is in in fluid communication with the internal cavity of the urinal body via a plurality of baffle holes. A flow restrictor is disposed within the plenum chamber to slow a velocity of water flowing through the plenum chamber. The rear wall of the urinal body includes at least two angled portions extending laterally inward and rearward from the left and right sidewalls. The angled portions meet in a rounded corner. The at least two angled portions and the rounded corner are configured to deflect urine striking the rear wall such that the urine remains within the internal cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel James Danowski, John Kevin Schoolcraft, Himanshu Bhatta
  • Patent number: 9587384
    Abstract: A modular sensor activated faucet assembly provides a spout that can be coupled and removed from its mounting base quickly and easily for installation and service. A water tight connection can be established between the mounting base and the spout without the use of tools or additional mechanical connections, thus allowing the spout to be installed by simply plugging into its base. A seamless spout construction defining a hollow interior bifurcated by integral internal wall structure provides a wet chamber between its mounting end and the outlet and a flow pipe inside the spout. The modular base provides a cooperating flow pipe. When the spout is mounted onto the base, the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that one or more seals can be disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal between the spout and base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2017
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Publication number: 20160186419
    Abstract: A diaphragm for use in a diaphragm-type flush valve includes a flexible diaphragm body having a first side and a second side and an outer periphery, a center passageway defined in the diaphragm body, a bypass orifice defined in the diaphragm body, and a sealing ring attached to the outer periphery of the flexible diaphragm body. The sealing ring defines an outer circumferential surface of the diaphragm. The outer circumferential surface of the sealing ring defines a recessed area. The recessed area is configured to be positioned in a keyed relationship with a flush valve body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2015
    Publication date: June 30, 2016
    Inventors: Matthew C. Davis, Michael A. Funari, John Kevin Schoolcraft
  • Publication number: 20150345120
    Abstract: A modular sensor activated faucet assembly provides a spout that can be coupled and removed from its mounting base quickly and easily for installation and service. A water tight connection can be established between the mounting base and the spout without the use of tools or additional mechanical connections, thus allowing the spout to be installed by simply plugging into its base. A seamless spout construction defining a hollow interior bifurcated by integral internal wall structure provides a wet chamber between its mounting end and the outlet and a flow pipe inside the spout. The modular base provides a cooperating flow pipe. When the spout is mounted onto the base, the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that one or more seals can be disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal between the spout and base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2015
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: 9133607
    Abstract: A modular sensor activated faucet assembly provides a spout that can be coupled and removed from its mounting base quickly and easily for installation and service. A water tight connection can be established between the mounting base and the spout without the use of tools or additional mechanical connections, thus allowing the spout to be installed by simply plugging into its base. A seamless spout construction defining a hollow interior bifurcated by integral internal wall structure provides a wet chamber between its mounting end and the outlet and a flow pipe inside the spout. The modular base provides a cooperating flow pipe. When the spout is mounted onto the base, the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that one or more seals can be disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal between the spout and base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Publication number: 20150101115
    Abstract: A urinal includes a urinal body having a top portion, a left sidewall, a right sidewall, and a rear wall, which define an internal cavity, and a bowl having a concave shape. The top portion includes a plenum chamber defined therein, which is configured to receive flush water and is in in fluid communication with the internal cavity of the urinal body via a plurality of baffle holes. A flow restrictor is disposed within the plenum chamber to slow a velocity of water flowing through the plenum chamber. The rear wall of the urinal body includes at least two angled portions extending laterally inward and rearward from the left and right sidewalls. The angled portions meet in a rounded corner. The at least two angled portions and the rounded corner are configured to deflect urine striking the rear wall such that the urine remains within the internal cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventors: Daniel James Danowski, John Kevin Schoolcraft, Himanshu Bhatta
  • Publication number: 20140116553
    Abstract: A modular sensor activated faucet assembly provides a spout that can be coupled and removed from its mounting base quickly and easily for installation and service. A water tight connection can be established between the mounting base and the spout without the use of tools or additional mechanical connections, thus allowing the spout to be installed by simply plugging into its base. A seamless spout construction defining a hollow interior bifurcated by integral internal wall structure provides a wet chamber between its mounting end and the outlet and a flow pipe inside the spout. The modular base provides a cooperating flow pipe. When the spout is mounted onto the base, the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that one or more seals can be disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal between the spout and base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D706906
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard
  • Patent number: D719641
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2014
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D731040
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: ZURN INDUSTRIES, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel James Danowski, John Kevin Schoolcraft, Himanshu Bhatta
  • Patent number: D739924
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: ZURN INDUSTRIES, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel James Danowski, John Kevin Schoolcraft, Himanshu Bhatta
  • Patent number: D744617
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D759210
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D774171
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D787643
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: John Kevin Schoolcraft, Craig Saunders, Paul Stephens, Jason Tilk, Alex Velet, Michael Liebal, Sean M. Chenard, Roy Leviner, III
  • Patent number: D787646
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Zurn Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew C. Davis, Michael A. Funari, John Kevin Schoolcraft
  • Patent number: D899283
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2020
    Assignee: Sensus Spectrum, LLC
    Inventors: James Malone Giarelli, John Kevin Schoolcraft