Valve In Each Inlet Patents (Class 137/606)
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Patent number: 7658201Abstract: A valve for sterile sampling of a liquid sample from a container includes a valve body (1) with a valve chamber (2). The valve includes a sample inlet (6) in the valve chamber (2), a first valve seat (7), a first valve plug (5a) for closing the sample inlet (6) through abutment against a first valve seat (7), an outlet (8) from the valve chamber (2), a cleaning inlet (9) in the valve chamber (2) for disinfection fluid, a second valve seat (10) and a second valve plug (5b). The outlet (8) is positioned between the two valve seats (7, 10), and the second valve seat (10) and the second valve plug (5b) are positioned in such a manner that the second valve plug (5b) through abutment against the second valve seat (10) cuts off the inflow of disinfection fluid in an area (2b) of the valve chamber (2) at the sample inlet (6).Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2004Date of Patent: February 9, 2010Assignee: Keofitt A/SInventor: Henrik Lysgaard Salomon
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Patent number: 7654284Abstract: A fluid draining manifold includes a central shaft that defines a horizontally registered first passageway and is provided with opposed open ends. The central shaft includes a semi-circular ring anchored to one open end for receiving a locking member, prohibiting unauthorized removal of the apparatus. Outwardly flanged auxiliary shafts are coupled to the central shaft and have linear lengths. Each auxiliary shaft defines an isolated auxiliary passageway in fluid communication with the first passageway. Each auxiliary passageway has opposed open ends in fluid communication with the first passageway such that fluid and debris is directed into the central shaft after traveling through the auxiliary shafts. A discharge shaft is abutted to the central shaft and is in fluid communication with the auxiliary shafts. The discharge shaft has offset open ends formed therein such that fluid and debris converges towards the lower open end prior to exiting the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2009Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Inventor: Leeford Thomas
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Patent number: 7644725Abstract: The object is to provide a mixing valve and a mixing device which can more easily control the flow rates of one fluid and another fluid or fluids in comparison with a conventional mixing valve. In a mixing valve 10A in which a main passage 13 through which one fluid f1 passes and at least one subsidiary passage 14 (14A, 14B) through which the other fluids f2, f3 pass are connected via opening/closing valve portions 20A, 20B to open/close communicating openings 18A, 18B, pressure sensors 31, 32, 33 (34) are disposed in the main passage and the subsidiary passages, respectively, to detect the pressures of the fluids passing through the main passage and the subsidiary passages.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2005Date of Patent: January 12, 2010Assignee: Advance Electric Japan Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Hironori Matsuzawa, Nobuyuki Fujikawa
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Publication number: 20100000618Abstract: A multi-station dispensing apparatus which affords an automatic flow rate for the product to be dispensed. It also provides a single control knob which can select from several different chemical concentrates to be diluted and dispensed. In addition, a bottle can be filled by single-handed operation as well as a bucket without the need to reset the control knob.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2009Publication date: January 7, 2010Applicant: JOHNSONDIVERSEY, INC.Inventors: Michael H. Bertucci, Curtis H. Hubmann, Christopher F. Lang, Steven E. Schiller
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Publication number: 20090293968Abstract: A valving arrangement for a mobile gas supply system includes a primary inlet port, a primary outlet port, a regulator, a secondary inlet port, and a secondary outlet port. The primary inlet port is adapted to be connected to a gas cylinder. The primary outlet port is in fluid communication with the primary inlet port and is adapted to be connected to one or more accessories for delivering gas from the gas cylinder. The regulator is disposed between the primary inlet port and the primary outlet port for reducing the pressure of the gas delivered by the gas cylinder to the primary inlet port. The secondary inlet port is in fluid communication with the primary outlet port. The secondary outlet port is in fluid communication with the primary outlet port and the secondary inlet port. The secondary inlet and secondary outlet ports are adapted for connecting the valving arrangement to one or more additional gas cylinders.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2009Publication date: December 3, 2009Applicant: TESCOM CORPORATIONInventors: Manfred Seeber, Gerald Guenzel
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Patent number: 7624757Abstract: A faucet assembly is operable automatically or mechanically to facilitate control in a non-powered or motor failure condition. In the automatic control position, separate and automatic control of fluid flow and temperature is provided by respective actuation of first and second handles. In the manual control position, the first and second handles are moved axially to decouple electric motors from corresponding fluid control valves. Such axial movement of the first and second handles concurrently couples the handles mechanically to the corresponding fluid control valves to provide the desired manual actuation.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2006Date of Patent: December 1, 2009Assignee: Masco Corporation of IndianaInventor: Randall Paul Schmitt
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Publication number: 20090283161Abstract: An apparatus for administering ingestible liquids in a serial flow relationship, including a first tubular member having a first diameter, a second tubular member having a second diameter, a hollow intermediate member having a first end, a second end, and a chamber defined therein by an interior surface, and a valve member positioned within the chamber of the intermediate member. The first tubular member is in flow communication with the first end of the intermediate member and the second tubular member is in flow communication with the second end of the intermediate member. The chamber of the intermediate member is divided into first and second portions by the valve member. Accordingly, a first ingestible liquid contained within the first tubular member and a second ingestible liquid contained within the second tubular member are maintained in segregated relation until administration of the first and second ingestible liquids.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2008Publication date: November 19, 2009Inventor: Hans Erik Skillrud
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Patent number: 7614423Abstract: A connector having a male-side connection section, a liquid flow section where a liquid flow space communicating with the inside of the male-side connection section is provided, a first female-side connection opening and a second female-side connection opening, and a first valve body and a second valve body that are made from an elastic material. The first valve body has a head section and a neck section that connects the head section and a liquid flow section and is thinner than the head section. In the first valve body is formed a slit penetrating from the top face of the head section to the liquid flow space. When a male lure is connected to the first female-side connection opening, the slit is opened and the flow path in the male lure and the inside of the male-side connection section are communicated through the liquid flow space.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2004Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Terumo Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Takayuki Yokota, Yoshinori Hishikawa
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Publication number: 20090255596Abstract: A valve manifold assembly including a manifold body defining a primary flow passage and a secondary flow passage fluidly coupled therewith through an aperture in the wall of the primary flow passage. A valve including a head portion and a stem extending therefrom is disposed through the aperture. The head portion has a valve sealing surface adjacent and extending around the stem, and a valve seat having a seat sealing surface facing into the primary flow passage extends around the aperture. The valve is selectively shiftable between a closed position wherein the valve sealing surface is sealingly engaged with the seat sealing surface to block fluid flow between the secondary flow passage and the primary flow passage, and an open position wherein the valve sealing surface is spaced apart from the seat sealing surface to enable fluid flow between the secondary flow passage and the primary flow passage.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2007Publication date: October 15, 2009Applicant: ENTEGRIS, INC.Inventor: John A. Leys
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Patent number: 7600530Abstract: A connector comprising a needless access device and a backflow check valve for transferring fluids and method therefor. The connector may have a first port, a second port, and a third port. A first valve element may be positioned within the first port and a second valve element may be positioned within the second port. The first valve element may be in a first position as a first fluid flows between the first and third ports. The second port may be used to introduce a second fluid into the connector. Upon introduction of the second fluid to the connector, the first valve element may move from the first position to a second position. In the second position, fluid may be prevented from flowing past the first valve element.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2004Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: Medegen, Inc.Inventors: Tim L. Truitt, Alex Truman Mazza, Cliff Colwell
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Publication number: 20090250127Abstract: A bridge faucet assembly including a hot water pillar, a cold water pillar positioned in spaced relation to the hot water pillar, and a bridge fluidly coupled to the hot water pillar and the cold water pillar. A spout is supported by the bridge and includes an internal passageway. A coupler is at least partially received within the internal passageway of the spout and is configured to couple the spout to the bridge.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2008Publication date: October 8, 2009Inventors: Zuhair A. Izzy, Scott K. Jones
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Publication number: 20090250126Abstract: There is provided a fluid control device having no dead volume. A fluid flow path is constituted by a loop-shaped flow-path portion L, and a first inlet flow-path portion B1, a second inlet flow-path portion B2 and a common outlet flow-path portion B3 which are communicated with a first inlet A1, a second inlet A2 and a common outlet A3 at predetermined portions P1, P2 and P3 of the loop-shaped flow-path portion L. There are provided a first shut-off valve V1 for opening and closing the first inlet flow-path portion B1 and a second shut-off valve V2 for opening and closing the second inlet flow-path portion B2.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2006Publication date: October 8, 2009Applicant: Fujikin IncorporatedInventor: Mutsunori Koyomogi
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Patent number: 7575019Abstract: The present invention is related to a water faucet having a water temperature retaining feature. The water faucet includes a hot water control, a cold water control, a mixing chamber for receiving the hot water and the cold water, a first flow control cartridge operationally coupled with the hot water control for regulating the flow of hot water, a second flow control cartridge operationally coupled with the cold water control for regulating the flow cold water, an outlet for dispensing a mixture of hot and cold water received from the mixing chamber, and a master control for controlling the dispensing of water through the outlet, wherein the master control is capable of stopping the dispensing of water through the outlet while either of the hot water control and the cold water is in an open position.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2006Date of Patent: August 18, 2009Inventor: Tae Gon Oh
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Publication number: 20090188565Abstract: A processing liquid mixing apparatus and method capable of maintaining a mixing ratio of the processing liquid produced in a mixing tank constant, a substrate processing apparatus including the processing liquid mixing apparatus, and a storage medium storing a program for controlling the processing liquid mixing apparatus are disclosed. Discharge valves are first open and supply valves are close to discharge stock solutions to an outside through the discharge valves. After all flow rates of the stock solutions detected by LFC reach a predetermined flow rate, the discharge valves are close and the supply valves are open to supply the stock solutions to the second mixing tank through the supply valves.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2009Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITEDInventor: Keigo Satake
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Patent number: 7549437Abstract: A valve includes a drive part provided with a piston for driving a valve element in an axial direction, a valve body formed at one end in the axial direction with a valve chamber for accommodating the valve element, and a base seat. The drive part includes leg parts suspended down from one end in the axial direction. The leg parts form a receiving part for accommodating the valve body inside the leg parts. The valve body is inserted into the receiving part so that the valve element of the drive part is accommodated in the valve chamber of the valve body. Then, the base seat is fixed to the leg parts in the state with the seat made to abut against the other end of the valve body in the axial direction so that the valve body is held between the base seat and the drive part.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2005Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: Asahi Organic Chemicals Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Toshihiro Hanada
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Publication number: 20090145927Abstract: The present invention provides a butterfly plate assembly for a bar gun that includes a ball cluster bearing sized and dimensioned to operationally couple the butterfly plates with an interior surface of a handle upon which the ball cluster bearing rests. The welding of the steel balls to the butterfly plates and the need to purchase such precise and intricately small balls is eliminated by using the molded ball bearing clusters that are shaped and dimensioned to fit in the recesses in the sockets of the bar gun handle.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2008Publication date: June 11, 2009Applicant: Automatic Bar Controls, Inc.Inventors: Juha K. Salmela, Mojtaba Valiyee
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Publication number: 20090133764Abstract: An odor blender is provided in which a maximum gas concentration of a single component odor gas is not reduced without increasing the number of carrier gas containers, even when the number of the types of component odor gas is increased. An odor blender includes N (an integer of 2 or more) component odor containers 102-1032, M (an integer of 1 or more and less than N) carrier gas containers 101, a blend line 12 for leading component odor gases to a blend part, the bypass line 13 for discharging the component odor gases, the blend part 14 for blending the component odor gases, and solenoid valves 11 for switching a connection from the component odor containers and the carrier gas containers to between the blend line and the bypass line.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2007Publication date: May 28, 2009Applicant: Tokyo Institute of TechnologyInventors: Takamichi Nakamoto, Hai Dinh Minh Pham
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Patent number: 7533684Abstract: A dispensing valve assembly with a housing having a plurality of inlet passageways connectable at a respective upstream end to a respective supply source. Each inlet passageway is in communication with a pressure responsive valve element. The valve element is biased to abut a discharge valve seat in a closed position about an upstream end of an outlet passage. The valve element is moveable to an open position when pressure in its respective inlet passageway exceeds a predetermined value. Each outlet passage is in fluid communication with a common dispensing outlet.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2005Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Numatics, IncorporatedInventors: Richard L. Dalton, Jr., Scott A. Weickel
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Publication number: 20090071557Abstract: The present invention provides an improved rotary ceramic chip of a water control ceramic valve, which is used to address the problems arising from rapid linking or misalignment of the through-flow slot of a typical rotary ceramic chip and water inlet of fixed ceramic chip. The rotary ceramic chip is assembled between a braking element and fixed ceramic chip of the water control ceramic valve. At the bottom of the rotary ceramic chip, there is an upward recessing through-flow slot, which is provided with a first slot portion and a second slot portion. A bleed groove is placed laterally onto the second slot portion. When the second slot portion is linked to or misaligned with a water inlet of the fixed ceramic chip, the bleed groove enables slowdown or gradual change of the water pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2007Publication date: March 19, 2009Inventor: Shao Pin PENG
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Publication number: 20090071558Abstract: The present invention provides an improved rotary ceramic chip of a water control ceramic valve, which is used to address a typical problem, namely, the rising temperature of water control ceramic valve elements. A bypass slot is laterally placed onto the first slot portion of a through-flow slot of the rotary ceramic chip for a water control ceramic valve. When the second slot portion is linked to a hot water inlet of the fixed ceramic chip, the bypass slot is connected to cold water inlet of the fixed ceramic chip. Cold water of predefined flow is guided into through-flow slot to reduce slightly the temperature of hot water, thereby protecting components of the water control ceramic valve and extending the service life of the valve.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2007Publication date: March 19, 2009Inventor: Shao Pin PENG
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Publication number: 20090044873Abstract: An improved faucet control system for reducing water and energy usage in manual washing operations. The faucet control system has a foot pedal that controls the flow of water without the need of operating the faucet. The foot pedal, upon alternate activations, reverses the polarity of an electrical output pulse to the at least one latching solenoid valve, whereby flow through the faucet is controlled in an on/off fashion. At least one battery is present as a power supply and the system consists of at least one latching solenoid valve in at least one faucet supply line.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2008Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventor: Kevin Walter
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Patent number: 7484529Abstract: A connector having a male-side connection section, a liquid flow section where a liquid flow space communicating with the inside of the male-side connection section is provided, a first female-side connection opening and a second female-side connection opening, and a first valve body and a second valve body that are made from an elastic material. A side slit of the first valve body and a side slit of the second valve body face the liquid flow space. When a tube body is connected to the first female-side connection opening, the inside of the tube body and the inside of the male-side connection section are communicated through a top slit, the side slit, and the liquid flow space. When a tube body is connected to the second female-side connection opening, the inside of the tube body and the inside of the male-side connection section are communicated through a top slit, the side slit, and the liquid flow space.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2004Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Terumo Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Takayuki Yokota, Yoshinori Hishikawa
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Patent number: 7478645Abstract: A freezeless hot and cold outdoor hydrant having a hot water inlet and a cold water inlet and a single water outlet elbow. The hydrant has a hydrant body including a mix cavity chamber. The single water outlet is swivel mounted to an end of said hydrant body such the hydrant can be mounted in a vertical orientation with the hot and cold water inlets above the outlet or the hydrant can be mounted in a horizontal orientation with the outlet swiveled approximately 90 degrees and with the hot and cold water inlets horizontally oriented beside the outlet. Two horizontal orientations are possible, depending upon the swivel angle of the outlet elbow. One horizontal orientation has the hot water operator on the left side of the hydrant and the other horizontal orientation has the hot water operator on the right side of the hydrant.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2006Date of Patent: January 20, 2009Assignee: Prier Products, Inc.Inventors: Scott Brady, Joe Poskin
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Patent number: 7448405Abstract: Dual valve and tri-valve drain and pipe-cleaning devices which are characterized by a length of pipe having one or two valves such as gate valves and a nipple extending from the pipe and fitted with a third valve for receiving a flush hose or the outlet nozzle of a compressed air cylinder. When the cleaning device is inserted in the drain line beneath a sink or drain system, the valves can be manipulated to flush the drain line, including the main drain line extending from the sink or drain, by the introduction of water under pressure or compressed air, as desired. Clearing of the drain line(s) downstream of the cleaning device is typically effected using the dual valve system, while flushing of the downstream drain line as well as that portion of the drain extending from the sink or drain system area to the device, is achieved using the tri-valve device.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2005Date of Patent: November 11, 2008Inventor: Jerome P. Shores
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Publication number: 20080271796Abstract: A fluid dispensing system includes a manifold having a fluid outlet port to dispense fluid from a plurality of fluid supply containers. The system additionally includes a plurality of valves connected to the manifold for controlling the flow of fluid from the containers. The manifold and valves are configured such that all fluid flow connections are disposed within the manifold, thereby reducing and/or eliminating the amount of piping required external to the manifold. So configured, the valves include simple cartridge-type devices that are easily installed into and removed from the manifold.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2008Publication date: November 6, 2008Applicant: TESCOM CORPORATIONInventors: Eric W. Neumann, Todd W. Larsen
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Patent number: 7445024Abstract: A faucet is provided comprising in-service separable parts that can be removed from the faucet without having to remove the entire housing. The faucet includes a main support housing, bolts, brackets and nuts to secure the main support body to a sink surface, two water inlets for connecting hot and cold incoming water lines. A flow control assembly is provided at each inlet to regulate the hot and cold water introduced into a mixing chamber. The valve housing includes an independent adjustable mixing valve for regulating the flow of water, an inline screen filter for removing particulate matter from the water stream, and a check valve for preventing water from returning back to the water source. Upon passing through the check valve and into water mixing housing inlets, the water is mixed in a mixing chamber. From the mixing chamber the water is regulated by a solenoid. When sink users place their hands, or other objects in front of the sensor the solenoid is activated.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2006Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: Speakman CompanyInventors: Graham H. Paterson, Hui L. Lee, William J. Walbrandt, Michael D. Trenham
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Patent number: 7426932Abstract: A spray fill device for delivering water to a washing machine is provided. The spray fill device includes a body defining an inlet, an outlet port, a mounting port, and a plurality of outlet apertures in flow communication with the inlet. The spray fill device also includes a first valve coupled to the inlet, the valve configured to control a flow rate of water into the inlet. The spray fill device also includes a pressure relief mechanism coupled to the mounting port, the pressure relief mechanism inhibiting flow through the outlet port when a pressure within the body is less than a predetermined pressure.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2005Date of Patent: September 23, 2008Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventor: Mark Zaccone
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Publication number: 20080202416Abstract: A system and method for distributing one or more gases to an atomic layer deposition (ALD) reactor. An integrated inlet manifold block mounted over a showerhead assembly includes high temperature (up to 200° C.) rated valves mounted directly thereto, and short, easily purged reactant lines. Integral passageways and metal seals avoid o-rings and attendant dead zones along flow paths.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2007Publication date: August 28, 2008Inventors: Timothy J. Provencher, Craig B. Hickson
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Patent number: 7406980Abstract: A coupler for a faucet is disclosed which couples a first waterway component and a second waterway component, the coupler being an overmold component.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2005Date of Patent: August 5, 2008Assignee: Masco Corporation of IndianaInventor: Thomas Pinette
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Patent number: 7404413Abstract: A faucet structure comprises a valve body having outlet sleeves, accommodating tubes, and inlet connecting pipes to be mounted between a panel equipped with a passage, bores, a clearance recess, and through holes, and a cover having a set of holes. The middle section of the valve body is disposed a connecting tube having a set of coupling ends each joined to one outlet sleeve, and an assembly section to fit to an outlet duct of a water supply seat. The valve body also has a water-flow control valve received into the accommodating tube to match to a handle seat with a grip attached thereto. The water supply seat formed by a set of upper and lower housings assembled to each other to enclose the outlet duct therein is mounted to the middle section of the panel thereon. Therefore, the present invention can achieve easy and flexible assembly thereby.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2006Date of Patent: July 29, 2008Inventor: Kim Chang
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Publication number: 20080142548Abstract: A combination unit including pre-set flow regulators and pressurization pumps combines drinks in pre-determined ratios. A common pressure source sends a base liquid through a first regulator and a mix liquid through a second regulator the outputs of which are thereby combined to be served using a dispenser.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2006Publication date: June 19, 2008Applicant: FROZEN BEVERAGE SERVICES OF CALIFORNIA, INC.Inventors: Jason Moen, Bruce Kirshbaum
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Patent number: 7340939Abstract: The invention provides a device for use in sampling the exhaust emissions from a turbine engine. The device has a valve array in a manifold housing coupling multiple turbine exhaust lines to an emissions analyzer, such as used in CEMS. Each valve can be actuated by pilot air pressure to open or close off flow of one or more of the exhaust lines. Exhaust from various zones of the turbine combustor section can be selectively sampled thereby allowing emissions measurements to be taken and used for compliance monitoring and performance and diagnostic analysis of turbine combustor operation.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2005Date of Patent: March 11, 2008Assignee: Jansen's Aircraft Systems Controls, Inc.Inventor: Harvey B. Jansen
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Publication number: 20070289646Abstract: The mixer valve includes a valve body with at least a first and a second inlet for connection to a source of hot water and to a source of cold water respectively, and an outlet manifold. This body is associated with a first electrically operated shut-off valve interposed between the first inlet and the outlet manifold, and a second and third electrically operated shut-off valve, in parallel hydraulically with each other, between the second inlet and the outlet manifold. A control unit is provided to set the valves selectively to one of a plurality of predetermined modes, to provide a flow of water at the outlet manifold with a temperature at a corresponding predetermined level.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2006Publication date: December 20, 2007Inventor: Paolo Ravedati
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Publication number: 20070289647Abstract: The mixer valve unit includes a valve body having a first and a second inlet connector for connection to a source of hot water and a source of cold water respectively, and a manifold leading to an outlet connector; a first and a second electrically operated shut-off valve, interposed, respectively, between the first inlet connector and the outlet manifold, and between the second inlet connector and the outlet manifold, to permit, when open, the passage of a flow of hot water and a flow of cold water respectively between the first and the second inlet connector respectively and the outlet connector; a control unit for setting the valves selectively to one of a predetermined plurality of different operating modes; and a flow rate meter device directly connected to a connector of the valve body and capable of supplying electrical signals indicating the flow rate of the flow of water through this connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2006Publication date: December 20, 2007Inventor: Paolo Ravedati
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Publication number: 20070272312Abstract: A faucet structure comprises a valve body having outlet sleeves, accommodating tubes, and inlet connecting pipes to be mounted between a panel equipped with a passage, bores, a clearance recess, and through holes, and a cover having a set of holes. The middle section of the valve body is disposed a connecting tube having a set of coupling ends each joined to one outlet sleeve, and an assembly section to fit to an outlet duct of a water supply seat. The valve body also has a water-flow control valve received into the accommodating tube to match to a handle seat with a grip attached thereto. The water supply seat formed by a set of upper and lower housings assembled to each other to enclose the outlet duct therein is mounted to the middle section of the panel thereon. Therefore, the present invention can achieve easy and flexible assembly thereby.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2006Publication date: November 29, 2007Inventor: Kim Chang
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Publication number: 20070267073Abstract: A faucet assembly includes a unitary non-fluidic body defined by a first end body, a second end body, a spout riser, a first non-fluid carrying support member, and a second non-fluid carrying support member. The first non-fluid carrying support member is suspended between the first end body and the spout riser, and the second non-fluid carrying support member is suspended between the second end body and the spout riser.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2006Publication date: November 22, 2007Inventors: Alston E. Williams, David R. Downey
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Patent number: 7278446Abstract: A mixing faucet includes a body part (2), where a rotatable swivel tap (4) is mounted on said body part, and where a rotatable valve spindle (6) is mounted in said body part for an adjustment of the feeding of cold and hot water, respectively. The rotatable valve spindle (6) is according to the invention equipped with a projecting arm (8) engaging a groove in a slide (10) on the side of the body part (2). The resulting mixing faucet is much easier to handle than hitherto known.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2004Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Assignee: Damixa ApSInventor: Torben Eriksen
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Patent number: 7275558Abstract: A method for manufacturing a multi-path joint is disclosed. A housing is formed having a plurality of lead-in ports, a main path, connecting to each lead-in port, and a lead-out port. The housing is formed by connecting a plurality of blocks, each block having at least one lead in port and portion of the main path with at least one block having a lead out port that forms the end-point of the main path.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2006Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Assignee: Surpass Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Koichi Abe
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Patent number: 7264016Abstract: A water dispenser assembly includes valve cartridges for controlling the flow of cold water from the cold-water inlet and the spout. Each valve cartridge includes a rotatable stem extending from a body. The water dispenser assembly includes a self-closing feature that provides for the automatic shut-off of flow of hot water responsive to release of the handle. The self-closing feature includes a spring held onto the stem by an adaptor. The self-closing feature is contained entirely within the valve cartridge and therefore does not require any modification to the housing.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2004Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Assignee: Brasstech, Inc.Inventors: Charles Molina, John Wojtaszek, Vinh Vu
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Patent number: 7198072Abstract: A purgeable manifold system for the movement of low vapor pressure chemicals that may be embodied in a variety of forms. In one embodiment, a container for storing the low vapor pressure chemical has a plurality of ports; a first manifold detachably connects a first port to a source of gas, vent, or vacuum by flow communication through a first diaphragm valve; a second manifold detachably connects a second port to a source of gas, vent, vacuum, or low vapor pressure chemical, or to a process tool by flow communication through a second and a third diaphragm valve, or alternatively detachably connects a third port to the same source by flow communication through a fourth and the third diaphragm valve; and a third manifold, detachably connects a fourth port to a source of gas, vent, or vacuum by flow communication through a fifth diaphragm valve.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2004Date of Patent: April 3, 2007Inventor: David James Silva
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Patent number: 7198063Abstract: A housing of a multi-path joint is divided into a plurality of blocks in correspondence with the number of lead-in ports, and a reverse-stop valve for preventing mixed fluid in the main path from flowing backward is provided between the lead-in ports and the main path. Each of the plurality of blocks formed by dividing the housing is provided with a connecting section for positioning when joining to adjacent blocks, and a holding unit is provided for connecting all the blocks in their respective connecting sections and maintaining a connected state between them. According to this multi-path joint, mixed fluid which flowing along the main path, does not flow backward to lead-in ports, and therefore, the atmosphere in the lead-in ports is stabilized. In addition, the multi-path joint is highly functional, being speedily adaptable to the number and shape of the paths on the lead-in port side.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2004Date of Patent: April 3, 2007Assignee: Surpass Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Koichi Abe
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Patent number: 7171984Abstract: A mixing valve has a housing having hot- and cold-water inlets and at least one hot-, cold-, or mixed-water outlet. Respective hot- and cold-water valves in the housing each have a valve stem rotatable to control flow through the respective valve and carrying a respective externally toothed gear. Respective hot- and cold-water control rings rotatably mounted about a common axis on the housing each have internal teeth in continuous mesh in all angular positions of the valves and rings with the gears of the respective valves.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2003Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Assignee: Grohe Water Technology AG & Co. KGInventors: Manfred Pawelzik, Fred Hannemann
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Patent number: 7162884Abstract: A pressure and vacuum valve manifold system such as may be used, for example, to actuate pneumatic bladders controlling airflow in a forced air HVAC system to provide zone climate control. The valves are individually operable to connect a respective individual bladder to pressure or to vacuum. Two manifolds can be mated and commonly fed pressure and vacuum. The two manifolds can be of identical construction. One manifold chamber from each can be connected into a single large pressure manifold, and another manifold chamber from each can be connected into a single large vacuum manifold. Such connections can be made with fittings which also serve as pressure and vacuum relief valves, respectively. The valve plungers are arranged in a grid, enabling a simple X-Y two-motor servo system to actuate all the valves, one at a time.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2004Date of Patent: January 16, 2007Assignee: Home Comfort ZonesInventor: Harold Gene Alles
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Patent number: 7150416Abstract: Liquid fuel injectors are provided. The liquid fuel injectors allow the injection of a fine spray of liquid fuel. The liquid fuel injectors utilize a schrader valve movable between an open position and a closed position. When the schrader valve is in the closed position fuel flow is blocked and purge gas is allowed to flow through the fuel injectors. When the schrader valve is in the open position, the flow of purge gas is blocked and fuel is allowed to flow through the fuel injector. In this manner, the fuel injectors provide for an immediate and automatic purge of the fuel lines when the fuel flow is shut off.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2004Date of Patent: December 19, 2006Assignee: Tronox LLCInventors: Robert O. Martin, Harry Eugene Flynn, Charles A. Natalie
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Patent number: 7147203Abstract: Fluid control apparatus and method of controlling fluid flow. The fluid control apparatus comprises an elongate tube having a first flow opening at an end of the tube and at least one second flow opening along the length of the tube, and a sleeve arranged to slide along said tube during fluid-flow conditions. A gap is present between the tube and the sleeve to allow some fluid to pass through the gap to displace the sleeve from the tube and to allow some flow even when in a fully closed condition. A sleeve positioning device is arranged to adjust the position of the sleeve and thereby control the fluid-flow.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2004Date of Patent: December 12, 2006Inventor: Christopher Terrell
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Patent number: 7143786Abstract: A flow-through valve is provided and includes a housing connecting first and second ends to allow fluid flow from the first end to the second end. The first end includes first and second inlet ports, while the second end portion includes an outlet port. The flow-through valve further includes a valve cartridge including a first fixed disk having an opening thereon, a first moveable disk in fluid communication with the first fixed disk, a second fixed disk having an opening thereon and a second moveable disk in fluid communication with the second fixed disk. The fixed disks and moveable disks may be configured within the valve cartridge to independently adjust the hot/cold water flow or the temperature/flow rate.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2003Date of Patent: December 5, 2006Assignee: Newfrey LLCInventor: Oscar Romero
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Patent number: 7124776Abstract: A water faucet includes a valve body, two conducting members, a valve seat, two control valves, two control handles, and two control plates. Thus, the water faucet is available for an upright water outlet pipe and a horizontal water outlet pipe, so that the water faucet has different water output ways, thereby enhancing the versatility of the water faucet.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2004Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Inventor: Ren-Yih Hwang
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Patent number: 7114531Abstract: A system for purging high purity interfaces connecting a high purity chemical container to process lines comprises a first purging manifold, connected at one end to a first adapter manifold extending from the high purity chemical container, and connected at the other end either to a process tool, to a second high purity container, to a source of gas, or to a source of vacuum on one side, or to a source of vent or to a source of vacuum on the other side; and a second purging manifold connecting the second adapter manifold either to a source of push gas, a source of purge gas, or a source of vacuum; or to a source of vent. A related method comprises blowing purge gas through both the first and the second purging manifolds, and, optionally, applying vacuum to both purging manifolds.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2004Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Inventor: David James Silva
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Patent number: 7111640Abstract: A faucet design includes a pair of handles that may be turned relative to a spout body to control the flow of hot and cold water delivered to a spout outlet. The spout body is positioned vertically above the handles. Water is delivered into the spout body through the unique flow of water along a shaft of the handles. The unique water flow within the handles provides the freedom to position the spout body vertically above the handles.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2003Date of Patent: September 26, 2006Assignee: Masco Corporation of IndianaInventor: Stephen Miles Rhodes
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Patent number: 7104280Abstract: A mixing faucet includes a body part (2), where a rotatable swivel tap (4) is mounted on said body part and a rotatable valve spindle (6) is mounted in said body part for an adjustment of the feeding of cold and hot water, respectively. The rotatable valve spindle (6) is according to the utility model equipped with a projecting arm (8) engaging a groove in a slide (10) on the side of the body part (2). The resulting mixing faucet is much easier to handle than hitherto known.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2003Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Assignee: Damiza A/SInventor: Torben Eriksen