Patents by Inventor Terrence Kalley

Terrence Kalley 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: 20050272844
    Abstract: A leak detection material and method of introducing the leak detection material into a fluid system such as a climate control system, an engine oil system, or a fuel system is described. The leak detection material can be a dye delivery composition including a mixture of leak detection dye and a solid carrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2004
    Publication date: December 8, 2005
    Inventors: Morton Westman, John Andrews, Charles Steele, Terrence Kalley
  • Publication number: 20050098213
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for servicing a pressurized system is described. A purge fitting can be used to vent the pressurized system. Venting can release a gas, such as air, from the system. The pressurized system can be a climate control system (e.g., an air conditioning or refrigeration system), a brake system, a hydraulic system, or a service device for servicing a climate control system. The purge fitting allows air that may be trapped in the pressurized system to be vented by depressing a purge actuator, such as a purge button attached to the fitting. The air can be vented from an opening adjacent to the actuator or other orifice. By purging air directly from the system, the amount of air introduced into the system during servicing can be minimized. The invention also features a coupling member that can be compact in size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2003
    Publication date: May 12, 2005
    Inventors: Steven Knowles, Terrence Kalley
  • Publication number: 20050081914
    Abstract: An apparatus for injecting a fluid into a closed pressurized system can be connected to a service port of the system. The fluid can be introduced into the system using the resting and operating pressures of the closed pressurized system. The system can be a climate control system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2004
    Publication date: April 21, 2005
    Inventors: Terrence Kalley, John Burke