Patents by Inventor Richard A. Dortzbach

Richard A. Dortzbach 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: 5848931
    Abstract: A combination chimney top spark arrester and damper is provided wherein the damper is positioned within the spark arrester. The damper moves between a closed position in which it covers the top of the chimney flue and an open position in which it is raised above the top of the chimney to allow full, unobstructed flow of flue gases. An actuator includes a counterweight urging the damper into its open position. The actuator allows the user to close the damper and to apply a tensioning force to the closed damper to resist vibration and chattering. The device is quickly installed and fits several different chimney sizes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 15, 1998
    Assignees: Richard A. Dortzbach, Wrenetta R. Dortzbach
    Inventor: Richard A. Dortzbach
  • Patent number: 5402830
    Abstract: A thermal guard for pipes to protect personnel from hot or cold pipes in refineries, chemical plants and other places processing hot or cold fluids. The guard is made from metal and contains no insulation so that the pipes are readily visible for observing leaks and can be readily repaired. The guard is fabricated from a few easily fabricated and assembled parts which can be attached to pipes of various sizes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 4, 1995
    Inventor: Richard A. Dortzbach
  • Patent number: 4386571
    Abstract: An adjustable spark arrester for a chimney flue is provided wherein the arrester hood is held by adjustable means permitting the arrester to be installed without the use of tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1982
    Date of Patent: June 7, 1983
    Inventor: Richard A. Dortzbach