Patents by Inventor Steven G. Workman

Steven G. Workman 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).

  • Skimmer mechanism for rectangular basin chain and flight
    Patent number: 5545324
    Abstract: A chain and flight mechanism for use in a clarifier tank or other fluid treatment tank includes a skimmer mechanism having a three dimensional configuration and an interior space for collecting floating debris and scum which floats on the water in the tank. The skimmer mechanism is attached to the flight of the chain and flight mechanism by hinge means which allows the skimmer mechanism to move relative to the flight. The fluid treatment tank further includes a self-adjustable scum trough which is capable of moving up and down in the tank responsive to varying water levels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 13, 1996
    Assignee: Baker Hughes Incorporated
    Inventor: Steven G. Workman