Patents by Inventor Keith S. Kander

Keith S. Kander 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: 12458993
    Abstract: An in-ground sprinkler serviceability apparatus that provides a debris free environment for ease of replacement of an in-ground sprinkler head. The sprinkler serviceability apparatus comprises a body and a seal insert. The body has a frustum shaped sidewall extending between a base section and a radially extending flange section. The base section includes a coupling feature in a form of an aperture. The seal insert is fabricated of a pliant material and is designed to provide a seal between a sprinkler head and an interior surface of the body. The body is placed within a cavity dug into the ground, locating a pipe nipple through the coupling feature. A sprinkler head is placed within an interior of the body and placed in fluid communication with the pipe section. The seal insert is inserted between the sprinkler head and the interior surface of the sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2025
    Inventor: Keith S. Kander
  • Patent number: 7717360
    Abstract: An in-ground sprinkler serviceability apparatus that provides a debris free environment for ease of replacement of an in-ground sprinkler head. The sprinkler serviceability apparatus couples to the threads of a sprinkler pipe, expands to provide a sprinkler head receiving section, a seal against the underside of the sprinkler head, and a tapered upper surface. Any debris would be washed away from the sprinkler head serviceability apparatus tapered upper surface when the sprinklers are on, rain, etc. The seal would ensure against any debris falling into the sprinkler head receiving section. Weep holes can optionally be incorporated into the sides or base of the apparatus. The top can be a single section, fabricated in two sections, or be designed to receive a common clay sprinkler donut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2010
    Inventor: Keith S. Kander