Patents by Inventor Michael B. McMullen

Michael B. McMullen 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).

  • Publication number: 20160076690
    Abstract: A secure inlet cap protecting the inlets of a fire department connection from blockage and damage. The secure inlet cap includes a cover and lock, each having at least one tab that engages the posts of the swivels of the fire department connection inlets. When fitted over the posts and assembled with tamper-proof fasteners, the secure inlet cap securely prevents access to the inlet. In non-emergency situations, the secure inlet cap may be removed without damage by removing the fasteners. The lock includes a tool slot receiving a tool that allows the secure inlet cap to be quickly pried loose by applying force to the fasteners. Deformable areas in the cover give way when sufficient prying force is applied breaking the hold between the fasteners and the cover and allowing the cover and the lock to be separated and removed from the swivel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Applicant: AIMPOINT ASSOCIATES, LLC
    Inventors: James A. Marcum, Michael B. McMullen
  • Publication number: 20130330218
    Abstract: A portable hydrostatic test pump and a system incorporating the portable hydrostatic test pump to pressurize a closed piping system for leak testing purposes is described herein and illustrated in the accompanying figures. The portable hydrostatic test pump includes a compact, lightweight, low power pump module operable using a portable power source. This allows the portable hydrostatic test pump to be used for testing closed piping systems located in areas that are physically difficult to access and/or without access to a permanent power source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Applicant: AimPoint Associates, LLC
    Inventors: James A. Marcum, Michael B. McMullen