Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
277316000 | Forming in place (i.e., in situ) | 48 |
20080265516 | TWO STAGE SEALANTS AND METHOD OF FORMING AND/OR USING THE SAME - A sealant is configured to activate (e.g., cure and/or foam) in two stages (e.g., of two distinct portions of time). Advantageously, the sealant can exhibit self supporting characteristics during the second activation at least partly because of the first activation. | 10-30-2008 |
20080277879 | Y-shaped gasket, a method of fabricating such a gasket, and the use of such a gasket for reducing the engagement forces of a connector - The invention seeks to provide a gasket for a quick connector that is inexpensive to fabricate, providing sealing over a wide range of fluid pressures, while presenting engagement forces that are small for flow diameters of large size. More precisely, the present invention provides a sealing gasket of elastically deformable material having a Y-shaped longitudinal axial section for use in a quick coupling for a fluid duct, the gasket ( | 11-13-2008 |
20080284106 | Organosiloxane Compositions - A moisture curable composition capable of cure to an elastomeric body comprising
| 11-20-2008 |
20080309014 | Method for increasing puncture resistance of a waterproof membrane - A method for increasing puncture resistance of a thermoplastic or elastomeric membrane for use in water proofing of subterranean structural substrates, the method comprising bonding a layer of cushion material to the membrane, the cushion material comprising a cellular foam material and being adapted to conform around minor irregularities in a surface of the structural substrate. | 12-18-2008 |
20080309015 | Resin Sealing Apparatus and Resin Sealing Method - A resin molten in a pot portion | 12-18-2008 |
20090008879 | Elastomeric sealing element - In order to make an elastomeric sealing element available which is also suitable, in particular, for sealing tasks, with which the highest thermal and chemical resistance is partially required, and at the same time to save on costs and resources it is suggested that the elastomeric sealing element comprise a first and a second sealing section, wherein the first sealing section is produced with the use of a first elastomeric material containing a first cross-linking system, wherein the second sealing section is produced with the use of a second elastomeric material containing a second cross-linking system, wherein the first and the second sealing sections border directly on one another in a seam area and their elastomeric materials are materially joined to one another, and wherein at least one of the two cross-linking systems comprises, in addition, a cross-linking agent for the respectively other elastomeric material. | 01-08-2009 |
20090045582 | METHOD OF POSITIONING SEALS IN TURBOMACHINERY UTILIZING ELECTROMAGNETIC BEARINGS - A method of positioning a shaft and associated seal in turbomachinery utilizing electromagnetic bearings. The method includes applying electrical power to the electromagnetic bearings' windings, the shaft center being in a first position and the shaft being in contact with the associated seal. Power adjustment to the electromagnetic bearings moves the shaft. Shaft movements can manipulate the seal, the movements being of decreasing amplitude to a position in which the seal is out of contact with the shaft when the shaft is rotated at its centered position during normal operation. The shaft is in its centered position during normal operation when the shaft axis is substantially coaxial with an axis of the electromagnetic bearings. Movements of decreasing amplitude may include oscillations of decreasing amplitude about one or more axes, or may include a spiral rotation with a decreasing radius to move the shaft center from initial to final positions. | 02-19-2009 |
20090066029 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEALING A TELEPHONE HANDSET - A system and method for sealing around openings in a telephone handset casing in which externally facing components are positioned. An exemplary method comprises applying a bead of liquid sealant around the opening in a telephone handset casing, allowing the bead to partially cure to form a skin yet still having a malleable consistency, and placing the externally facing component against the bead to deform the bead in conformance with the surface of the component, to provide a close seal between the casing and the component. | 03-12-2009 |
20090091089 | JOINT SEAL AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF - The present invention relates to a joint seal for sealing a component joint, which comprises an insulation material in an internal joint area and a sealing material in at least one front-side joint edge area. The insulation material comprises a single-component, moisture cross-linking, elastic polymer foam and the sealing material is a sealant which is vapor-diffusion tight, directly adjoins the insulation material, is single-component, moisture cross-linking, and sprayable before the curing, as well as having an elasticity which is essentially equal to or greater than that of the insulation material. Furthermore, a method for producing the joint seal is described. | 04-09-2009 |
20090174148 | Method for Sealing an Opening - An integrated component having a substrate, the substrate having a cavity which surrounds a mechanical structure. The cavity is filled by a fluid of a specific composition under a specific pressure, and the mechanical properties of the mechanical structure are influenced by the fluid. | 07-09-2009 |
20090315269 | Precompressed Sealing Tape - Precompressed sealing tape for sealing a joint has a foam strip and a foil-type wrapping, which completely surrounds the foam strip and thus holds it in a precompressed state. A first transverse surface of the foam strip is pressed against a strip-like element, which is arranged inside the wrapping and has a certain resistance to bending in the transverse direction of the foam strip. A second transverse surface of the foam strip, which is arranged opposite to the first transverse surface, is firmly connected to the foil-type wrapping. | 12-24-2009 |
20100013165 | CONDUCTIVE ELASTOMERIC SEAL AND METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME - Method for fabricating a conductive elastomeric seal, which includes a set of springs plated with an electrically conductive material. Initially, the set of springs can be held in a z-axis position in a mold cavity shaped like a seal. A liquid elastomer can be injected into the mold cavity in such a manner that the elastomer can be over molded around and through coils of each spring. Finally, the elastomer seal with the springs can be removed from the mold cavity, when the elastomer is cured. Ends of each spring can be kept free from the elastomer during over-molding such that the elastomeric seal can provide an electrical contact with a pressure sensor die and electrical leads molded into a sensor housing. Such a conductive elastomeric seal can prevent a die-edge shorting with the sense die in order to achieve long-term sensor reliability and performance. | 01-21-2010 |
20100052260 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SEAL - A device is disclosed for producing a seal between a first part and a second part, especially a first housing part and a second housing part. The seal can be produced according to a physical property of an electroactive plastic material which can be modified. A device for receiving an electrical circuit and/or a device including electrical switching device is also disclosed, having at least one first and one second housing part operating as a first part and a second part, with an above-mentioned device. A method is further disclosed for producing a seal between a first part and a second part, especially a first housing part and a second housing part, by way of such a device, a first electrical voltage being applied to create the seal, and a second electrical voltage being applied to lift the seal. | 03-04-2010 |
20100066026 | MAIN SEAL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USE IN AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A main sealing system ( | 03-18-2010 |
20100078895 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE PLUGGING OF SERVICES IN CONDUITS - A plug for a tubular service entrance of a conduit, wherein the plug includes a core body having a central hollow channel extending from a first end to second end of the core body; at least one flexible fin extending radially outwardly from the core body and having an outer diameter greater than the inner diameter of the tubular service entrance so that the plug is adapted to fit tightly into the tubular service entrance, and wherein the at least one flexible fin is deformable to adapt to the shape of the service entrance and apply a lateral force against the inner diameter of the service entrance. A plug dispensing magazine for storing and dispensing service entrance plugs to be service entrances of a conduit prior to installation of a liner in the conduit and a method of sealing the service entrances. | 04-01-2010 |
20100140877 | METHOD FOR FORMING A SEAL ON CONDUCTORS OF AN ELECTRICAL CABLE - The invention provides a method of forming a seal ( | 06-10-2010 |
20100264596 | DOCK LEVELER SEALS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS AND SYSTEMS - Dock leveler seals and associated methods and systems are described herein. A dock leveler having a rear hinge seal configured in accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure includes a rear support frame and a movable deck. The rear support frame includes a plurality of first support members extending therefrom, and the aft edge portion of the deck includes a plurality of second support members pivotally coupled to the first support members along an axis. The seal of this embodiment includes a first edge portion extending outwardly from a medial portion in a first direction, and a second edge portion extending outwardly from the medial portion in a second direction. The medial portion urges the first edge portion against the support frame and the second edge portion against the aft edge portion of the deck as the deck pivots about the axis in operation. | 10-21-2010 |
20100320694 | APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM FOR SEALING AN OBJECT OR A PLURALITY OF OBJECTS IN AN ASSEMBLY AND SEALING SAID ASSEMBLY AROUND AN APERTURE - An apparatus, method, and system for sealing around an aperture in an enclosure; the aperture through which a plurality of wires, wire harness, or other objects, must pass. Injection of sealant into an assembly secured to the enclosure and about the wires, wire harness, or other objects ensures the components housed in the enclosure may be sealed against adverse effects while not limiting useful connection of the wires contained within the assembly to the enclosed components. | 12-23-2010 |
20110006483 | FORM IN PLACE GASKET MEMBRANE - A cartridge ( | 01-13-2011 |
20110018206 | METHOD AND SEALING SYSTEM FOR SEALING AN ANNULAR SPACE BETWEEN A RIGID CONDUIT AND A PIPE, TUBE OR DUCT EXTENDING THROUGH THE CONDUIT AND MADE OF A THERMALLY WEAKENABLE MATERIAL - Method for sealing an annular space in a rigid conduit ( | 01-27-2011 |
20110024988 | METHOD OF SEALING A LEAK - The present invention relates to a method of sealing a leak, comprising | 02-03-2011 |
20110031699 | Formable Sealant Barrier - In one embodiment of the present invention, an assembly for HPHT processing comprises a can with an opening. A powder mixture is disposed within the opening. A substrate is disposed within the opening adjacent the powder mixture. Paint is coated on a surface within the opening and opposite the powder mixture with respect to the substrate. A meltable sealant is disposed within the opening and opposite the substrate with respect to the surface and a cap is covering the opening. | 02-10-2011 |
20110042902 | SELF-SEALING METHOD - A method of sealing a leak of fluid from a container comprises introducing a solute to a body of fluid within the container. The solute is selected so as to be soluble in the fluid at the expected conditions prevailing inside the container, and insoluble when the pressure experienced by the fluid is reduced at the site of a leak. | 02-24-2011 |
20110062669 | METHOD FOR CAVITY SEALING - The invention relates to a method of cavity sealing a motor vehicle component, which comprises the following steps: | 03-17-2011 |
20110101614 | Seal Unit and Related Methods - The invention Mates to a seal unit ( | 05-05-2011 |
20110115165 | FORM-IN-PLACE GASKET FOR SHAKER SCREEN - A form-in-place technique for applying a gasket directly to a surface of a screen frame used in a vibratory separator is provided. The process includes a step of depositing a material onto a surface of the screen frame to form a continuous strip of the material along the surface of the screen frame, and curing the material to form the gasket. | 05-19-2011 |
20110115166 | METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR SEALING PASSAGES - A method of sealing a passage in a body with a sealing composition comprising (a) a major proportion of a latex emulsion or colloid; and (b) a minor proportion of lauric acid or a laurate compound; and (c) at least one further selected additive, ideally a latex coagulation inhibitor, wherein said composition is pumped into said passage where it is set or coagulated to form a seal. Advantageously, the laurate compound is ammonium laurate and coagulation is conveniently induced by adjusting pH of the sealing composition from alkaline to acidic pH range. The method is particularly well suited to sealing in faulty formations or sealing sites and may be used in sealing within salt mines which contain brines. | 05-19-2011 |
20110121516 | METHOD FOR SEALING OFF A WATER ZONE IN A PRODUCTION WELL DOWNHOLE AND A SEALING ARRANGEMENT - The invention relates to a sealing method for sealing off a leak in a casing ( | 05-26-2011 |
20110127727 | SEALING ARRANGEMENT AND SEALING METHOD - The invention relates to a sealing arrangement ( | 06-02-2011 |
20110175295 | Linear Connector for Spacers in Insulating Glass Panes, Method for the Production Thereof and Method for Connecting Two Ends of a Hollow Profile Bar for a Spacer Using such a Linear Connector - What is described is a linear connector for connecting two opposing ends of a hollow profile member for the purposes of forming a frame-like spacer for the production of insulating glass panes. The linear connector includes a top side, a bottom side and two side surfaces, connecting the top side and the bottom side of the linear connector. The linear connector is provided with a midsection in a middle area of the linear connector, with the midsection extending at least along an entire width of the top side or of the bottom side of the linear connector. | 07-21-2011 |
20110210517 | Sealing material and method of foaming application thereof - Objective problems of the present invention are: to provide a sealing material which does not involve flowing after applied, and shows an excellent sealing performance even under severe heat resistance conditions, and also can make good independent cells inside even when used in a foamed condition; and to provide a method of foaming application of the sealing material. As means of solving these objective problems, the sealing material according to the present invention is characterized by comprising an ultraviolet-curable component and an ultraviolet polymerization initiator and having a thermoplastic elastomer (which is not ultraviolet-curable) content of not higher than 5 weight % and comprising an acrylate as the ultraviolet-curable component and having a melt-viscosity at 120° C. in a certain range wherein the acrylate has a glass transition temperature after ultraviolet curing and a weight-average molecular weight in their respective certain ranges; and the method according to the present invention of foaming application of a sealing material is characterized by comprising the steps of: hot-melting the sealing material; mixing nitrogen gas into the melted sealing material under a predefined pressurization; discharging the resultant mixture at a predefined pressure into the air to thus foam the mixture and simultaneously apply it to a place necessary to seal, thus making a sealing foam; and curing this sealing foam by ultraviolet rays. | 09-01-2011 |
20110221137 | SEALING METHOD AND APPARATUS - A sealing element is described which is adapted to perform partial extrusion through an opening in a pipe wall. A method of sealing an opening ( | 09-15-2011 |
20110272889 | Method For Sealing Membrane Modules - A method for sealing a membrane module by introducing a seal or a sealing mass between a head plate holding a tube bundle and a mounting ring holding the head plate. Alternatively, a sealing mass containing quartz sand is proposed for sealing cracks in the head plate. | 11-10-2011 |
20110291362 | SEALING ELEMENT AND SEALING METHOD INCLUDING FUSING THE ELEMENT | 12-01-2011 |
20120001393 | DEFORMABLE COMPOSITE PLUG - Deformable plugs, fluid seals formed from a deformable plug, and methods for sealing a hole with a deformable plug, are provided herein. In some embodiments, the deformable plug includes a resinous composite that expands and solidifies upon exposure to a catalyst. A carrier with a compressible body configured to embed within a hole is impregnated with the resinous composite. The fluid seal can be formed from a carrier with a porous body that is compressively embedded within a hole. The carrier is impregnated with a resinous composite that expands and solidifies upon exposure to a catalyst. One or more anchors are formed from the resinous composite after being exposed to the catalyst. The anchors retain the carrier inside the hole. | 01-05-2012 |
20120181753 | METHOD FOR SEALING AND ASSEMBLING COMPONENTS OF A DRIVE TRAIN - A method is described for sealing and assembling components of a drive train by means of silicon elastomers prepared using silicon compositions that do not contain any metal catalyst such as, for example, tin, and cross-linking by polycondensation reactions in the presence of water (for example, ambient moisture). | 07-19-2012 |
20120187633 | METHOD FOR SEALING AND ASSEMBLING COMPONENTS OF A DRIVE TRAIN - A method is described for sealing and assembling, pointing and/or coating a substrate by means of silicon elastomers prepared using silicon compositions that do not contain any metal catalyst such as, for example, tin, and cross-linking by polycondensation reactions in the presence of water (for example, ambient moisture). | 07-26-2012 |
20120211943 | SEALING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A SEAL IN A TURBINE SYSTEM - A sealing device and a method for providing a seal between adjacent components in a turbine system are disclosed. The sealing device includes a seal plate configured to provide a seal between adjacent components, a wire mesh mounted to the seal plate, the wire mesh defining a plurality of voids, and a sealant impregnating the wire mesh such that at least a portion of the plurality of voids include the sealant therein. | 08-23-2012 |
20120313325 | SURGICAL GEL SEAL - A surgical valve includes a housing with a proximal housing portion and a distal housing portion cooperating to define a gel cavity. A seal material is disposed in the gel cavity and includes a gel having flow characteristics and incompressible characteristics. A distal guide tube is provided to facilitate retrograde insertion of a surgical instrument into the seal material. During assembly, pressure is applied by the housing portions to the seal material in order to form a circumferential seal and to close an instrument channel. Manufacture can be facilitated by use of a mandrel for maintaining the structural elements in axial alignment. Complimentary screw threads disposed between the first and second housing portions can be used to pressurize the gel and thereby create a locking force on an inserted instrument. Detented tabs can be provided to facilitate control of this locking force. | 12-13-2012 |
20130154194 | TURBOCHARGER HOUSING SEAL - To prevent escape of exhaust gas and soot from a turbocharger, a heat resistant sealing material is applied to a contact surface between a turbocharger bearing housing and center housing, and cured or dried to form a thin solidified coating. The end housing is then assembled to the bearing housing, whereby the coating provides a gas and soot seal between the bearing housing and end housing. The inventive seal could however also be used to seal the connection between two turbine stages, or any parts attached to a turbocharger end housing and subject to pressure. | 06-20-2013 |
20130207348 | Applicator for Sealants, Method of Combined Applying and Wiping of Sealant on a Joint Line - Applicator ( | 08-15-2013 |
20130256991 | SHAPE MEMORY SEAL ASSEMBLY - A sealing assembly including a seal element at least partially formed from a shape memory material. The shape memory material urges the seal element to revert to an original shape upon exposure to a transition stimulus. The seal element is operatively arranged for sealing against a downhole structure when in the original shape. An interlock mechanism is included for holding the seal element in a deformed position in which the seal element is not able to seal against the downhole structure even after exposure to the transition stimulus. A method of setting a downhole sealing assembly is also included. | 10-03-2013 |
20140042706 | EXPANDING MATERIAL IN NONWOVEN 3-D STRUCTURE - A continuous filament non-woven web is disclosed, wherein filaments of the web include an expandable thermoplastic material. Mattings fabricated from the continuous filament non-woven web are also disclosed. The web or matting can be used in sealing applications as it can be cut into desired dimensions and inserted into a cavity. The web or matting allows for introduction and drainage of further fluids in and from the cavity. The extendable thermoplastic material can be activated and foamed to fill a part of or the entire cavity. The sealing can prevent air, water or noise from intruding into the cavity and a space behind that cavity. | 02-13-2014 |
20140239596 | FRIT MATERIALS AND/OR METHOD OF MAKING VACUUM INSULATING GLASS UNITS INCLUDING THE SAME - Certain example embodiments relate to frit materials that have an improved IR absorption property. Certain examples relate to frit materials that substantially melt in about 3 minutes at a temperature of about 525° C. Certain examples relate to a method of making an edge seal by using IR energy. Certain examples relate to adjusting the IR energy applied to a frit material to form an edge seal. Certain examples also relate to making a VIG unit by applying IR energy and adjusting the amount of IR energy over multiple periods of time, e.g., in an oscillating manner. | 08-28-2014 |
20150014934 | FOAMABLE SEALING MATERIAL, FOAMABLE SEALING MEMBER, SEALING FOAM, AND METHOD FOR SEALING SPACE - A foamable sealing material contains a polymer, a foaming agent, and a fire retardant. The fire retardant contains 5 to 110 parts by mass of metal hydroxide and 5 to 110 parts by mass of a halogen organic compound relative to 100 parts by mass of the polymer. The foamable sealing material is foamable for sealing a space. | 01-15-2015 |
20160075877 | COMPOSITION FOR FILLING JOINTS AND/OR CRACKS - A composition comprises a quantity in the range of about 2.5% by weight to about 22% by weight of at least one elastomer selected from a group consisting of styrene-butadiene copolymers, styrene-butadiene-styrene (block) copolymers, styrene-isoprene (block) copolymers and/or styrene-isoprene-styrene (block) copolymers, synthetic and/or natural rubbers; a quantity in the range of about 12% by weight to about 35% by weight of at least one pulverulent mineral filler; a quantity in the range of about 0.5% by weight to about 5% by weight of at least one fibrous anti-flow additive to adjust strength, selected from the group consisting of cellulose, glass fibers and/or synthetic fibers; and a quantity in the range of about 0.1% by weight to about 8% by weight of at least one polymer produced from an olefin and from an α, β-unsaturated carboxylic acid and/or α,β-unsaturated carboxyclic anhydride, where each of the percentages by weight is based on the entire quantity of the composition. | 03-17-2016 |
20160131179 | SEALANT CAP - An improved process for applying sealant to the backside of fasteners. Preferred embodiments of the present invention use a novel sealant cap as a mold for applying sealant. Embodiments of the present invention are especially suited for applying sealant to the backside of fasteners used in aircraft production. In preferred embodiments, the sealant caps allow the application of a metered amount of sealant only at the required/desired locations around an installed aircraft fastening element. Embodiments of the present invention thus prevent the over/under application of sealant and reduce the amount of time required to seal a fastener. | 05-12-2016 |
20160138359 | SWELLABLE COMPOSITIONS, ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - A swellable composition comprises: a matrix material; and a condensed expandable graphite material disposed in the matrix material. A seal arrangement comprises: a swellable member and a sealing member disposed on a surface of the swellable member; wherein the swellable member comprises a condensed expandable graphite material. The condensed expandable graphite material in the swellable composition and the swellable member has a bulk density of about 1 to about 8 g/cm | 05-19-2016 |