Patents by Inventor Ralph Chappell

Ralph Chappell 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: 20060248848
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods of use for foundations including a precast slab system for industrial equipment. The slab may have attachment means incorporated therein order to move the slab. Industrial equipment may be installed and removed from the slab. After a period of time, the slab may be retrieved and, in one embodiment, reused at another location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2006
    Publication date: November 9, 2006
    Inventors: Ralph Chappell, Christopher Towles
  • Publication number: 20050144866
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use for a portable precast slab system for industrial equipment that can be placed at locations where permanent foundations cannot be installed, or where an immediately usable foundation is needed. The slab is preferably about 4?-24? in thickness, preferably at least about 6? in length, and preferably at least about 6? in width; multiple pieces may be used to form the slab. The slab may have attachment means incorporated in order to move the slab. If a bulk storage tank is placed upon the slab, preferably at least about 8 feet by about 8 feet area adjacent to the tank will be available for delivery of liquid cryogen. A method of making and using the slab is also contemplated, and the slab may also be used as a splash pad, and a pad for cryogenic pumps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2004
    Publication date: July 7, 2005
    Inventors: Ralph Chappell, Christopher Towles
  • Publication number: 20050072115
    Abstract: A portable precast slab that provides a foundation for a variety of industrial equipment that can be placed at locations where permanent foundations cannot be installed, or where an immediately usable foundation is needed. The slab is preferably about 4?-24? in thickness, preferably at least about 6? in length, and preferably at least about 6? in width; multiple pieces may be used to form the slab. The slab may have attachment means incorporated in order to move the slab. If a bulk storage tank is placed upon the slab, preferably at least about 8 feet by about 8 feet area adjacent to the tank will be available for delivery of liquid cryogen. A method of making and using the slab is also contemplated, and the slab may also be used as a splash pad, and a pad for cryogenic pumps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2004
    Publication date: April 7, 2005
    Inventors: Ralph Chappell, Christopher Towles