Patents by Inventor Thomas Brian Laviolette

Thomas Brian Laviolette 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: 8850712
    Abstract: A vacuum drying apparatus and method to dry and cure paint is disclosed. The method provides a substantially particle free environment that shortens drying time, reduces cost and improves surface finish. The apparatus includes an enclosed drying tunnel that is maintained at a reduced pressure relative to ambient conditions. Heat lamps with the drying tunnel aid in curing and provide the desired particle free environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Inventors: Thomas Brian Laviolette, Jessica Lynn Laviolette
  • Publication number: 20100146808
    Abstract: A vacuum drying apparatus and method to dry and cure paint is disclosed. The method provides a substantially particle free environment that shortens drying time, reduces cost and improves surface finish. The apparatus includes an enclosed drying tunnel that is maintained at a reduced pressure relative to ambient conditions. Heat lamps with the drying tunnel aid in curing and provide the desired particle free environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2010
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Inventors: Thomas Brian Laviolette, Jessica Lynn Laviolette
  • Patent number: 7658017
    Abstract: A vacuum drying apparatus and method to dry and cure paint is disclosed. The method provides a substantially particle free environment that shortens drying time, reduces cost and improves surface finish. The apparatus includes an enclosed drying tunnel that is maintained at a reduced pressure relative to ambient conditions. Heat lamps with the drying tunnel aid in curing and provide the desired particle free environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Inventors: Thomas Brian Laviolette, Jessica Lynn Laviolette