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20100281785 | Roof Spoiler - Disclosed is a roof spoiler that effectively disrupts the attached flow of wind upon a roof surface. This spoiler has a stowed position, whereby it is almost completely out of the view of passersby. It also has a deployed position, wherein a barrier is projected vertically, or substantially vertically, so as to disrupt the flow of air over the roof surface. This spoiler utilizes a hinged design to move between these two positions. The spoiler is specially designed to operate in conjunction with a gutter mounted along the leading edge of the roof. In the stowed position, a portion of the spoiler covers the open gutter. In one embodiment, the spoiler is L-shaped to facilitate its stability in the deployed position. | 11-11-2010 |
20110000143 | Symmetric Roof Spoiler - Disclosed is a roof spoiler that effectively disrupts the attached flow of wind on a roof surface. Preferably, the spoiler is specially designed for installation with a gutter mounted on the roof fascia or along the leading edge of the roof. This spoiler utilizes a hinged design to move between two operating positions. The first position is a stowed position, whereby the spoiler extends beyond the gutter and is designed to be nearly invisible to passersby. In the stowed position, a portion of the spoiler covers the outer edge of the gutter (if present). A second portion of the spoiler may extend outward from the gutter. The second position is a deployed position, wherein a barrier is projected vertically, or substantially vertically, so as to disrupt the flow of air over the roof surface. In one embodiment, the spoiler rests upon the roof covering when in the deployed position. In another embodiment, the spoiler rests near or against the gutter or holding bracket. In one embodiment, a bracketing system, or support structure, is placed around an existing gutter. The roof spoiler is then pivotally attached to this support structure. In another embodiment, the support structure attaches directly to the gutter. | 01-06-2011 |
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20100326641 | HEAT EXCHANGE MODULE FOR COGENERATION SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHOD OF USE - The invention is directed to a heat exchange module to help employ usable heat to pre-warm a water supply prior to entry into a tankless water heater. The module comprises an insulated housing having an inner shell having a top end, bottom end and cylindrical middle portion. A first intake attaches to the insulated housing which introduces cooling water from the cogeneration system, while a second intake feeds the water supply coils (positioned within the insulated housing) to effectuate heat exchange with the cooling water. After heat exchange, a first outlet removes cooling water for return to the cogeneration system, while a second outlet removes the water supply from the cooling coils. Upon removal, this water supply may be fed into a tankless water heater. A controller connected to both outlets and inlets optimizes efficient exchange of energy through timing introduction and removal of the water supply from the module. | 12-30-2010 |
20110299715 | Novelty Garment and Related Method of Use - The invention is directed to a novelty garment, formed as a clothing article, which can broadcast a sound recording. The clothing article may be a t-shirt, tank top, or related garment having an outside and an inside. An annular sleeve is attached to the inside of the clothing article and encases a circuit board having a processor, a memory device, a power source, and a speaker. Placed around the circuit board is a waterproof bladder having a sufficient size and dimension to fit within the annular sleeve. The processor is capable of receiving signals from one or more pressure sensors, an RFID Tag or a WIFI receiver to upload a sound recording stored within the memory device for performance by the speaker. | 12-08-2011 |
20110308546 | SELF-SANITIZING AUTOMATED CONDENSATE DRAIN CLEANER AND RELATED METHOD OF USE - The invention is directed toward a system and method for sanitizing a condensate drain to reduce sludge and related pathogens. The system is directed to a sanitizing assembly having a treatment chamber connected to the condensate drain, where the treatment chamber includes a top end and a shaft. A spray assembly is positioned proximate to the top end of the treatment chamber. This spray assembly has a nozzle spray connected to a hot water source. A spray controller within the spray assembly helps disperse a sufficient quantity and pressure of hot water within the shaft to dislodge sludge, when necessary. | 12-22-2011 |
20110308557 | Combination Anti-Microbial Drain Pan Float and High Temperature Brine Injected Automated Drain Cleaner - The invention is directed toward a brine injector for sanitizing a condensate drain to reduce sludge and pathogens. The bring injector, which attaches to a spray assembly within the condensate drain, supplies brine (23.3% sodium chloride and 76.7% hot water) into the a saddle valve of the spray assembly. The brine injector may include a brine reservoir having a polyethylene non-corrosive coating, a pump to draw brine out of the brine reservoir, and a filter casing. The filter casing is coated with a polyethylene interior lining. Filter casing further includes 15-micron nickel copper alloy weaved filter cloth. The brine reservoir may include an electric heater to heat the brine prior to injection. A main controller communicates with the treatment chamber and spray assembly. Such main controller is capable of engaging the spray assembly to disperse a sufficient quantity and pressure of hot water within the shaft to dislodge any sludge. | 12-22-2011 |
20110308636 | Anti-Microbial Drain Pan Float - The invention is directed toward a drain float for sanitizing a condensate drain to reduce sludge and pathogens. The drain float includes a pivot shaft having a first and second end. A barbed float connects to the second end of the pivot shaft. Such barbed float includes a buoyant drum and one or more titanium barbs. The buoyant drum includes a cork filed cylinder. The one or more barbs include a bent portion and a sharpened distal end. A third component of the drain float is a tubular adaptor of a sufficient size to receive the first end of the pivot shaft. Such tubular adaptor may have an internal cavity with a diameter greater than the buoyant drum, as well as an opening which allows passage of condensate into a drain inlet. The drain float has an anti-microbial coating placed on the barbed float, pivot shaft and tubular adaptor. | 12-22-2011 |
20120198804 | HVAC Air Filter with Peel Layers - The invention is directed toward an HVAC air filter having peel layers so as to reduce the need for frequent changing of the air filter by increasing its lifespan. Such air filter first includes a rectangular exterior housing having a top and bottom side. Positioned between both sides are a plurality of corrugated filter sheets, each filter sheet being MERV 4 compliant. Preferably, the air filter includes a first sheet, a second sheet, and a corresponding third sheet each mirroring the size and orientation. Positioned between the third sheet and the bottom side of the exterior housing is additional filter media to aide in filtration. Preferably, each filter sheet includes a pull or tab at the distal end to aide in peeling away each sheet to expose the sheet below. | 08-09-2012 |
20120248206 | Automated Self-Sealing Diffuser and Related Method of Use - The invention is directed to an automated self-powered HVAC diffuser system having a central control unit that determines room-specific temperature. The system fits within a standard HVAC diffuser through a housing rod having a front side, a rear side and a middle portion. A central rod perpendicularly attached to the front side of the housing rod maintains an expandable damper fan through a damper head. A micro-motor attaches to the expandable damper fan through a drive shaft which expands and contracts the expandable damper fan to regulate conditioned air flowing out of the HVAC diffuser based upon instructions from the central control unit. In addition, a sensory board affixed to the rear end of the housing rod includes an infrared that communicates with the central control unit. A rechargeable battery stores energy, created by an airflow prop rotating through contact with conditioned air, creates electricity via a generator. | 10-04-2012 |
20120256419 | COMBINATION HEATER AND ELECTRICAL GENERATOR SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - The invention is directed to a combination heater and electrical generator designed to allow continual use of the heating system in the absence of an external source of electricity. The system shares fuel and electrical inputs and also shares exhaust outputs so to facilitate ease of use installation as well as affording a small installation footprint. | 10-11-2012 |
20120261921 | Pressure Powered Impeller System and Related Method of Use - This invention is directed to a system that generates a sufficient level of electricity through access to a municipal water supply line to run a furnace during below freezing temperatures. The system includes an inlet that draws water from a water supply line. A first conduit, in communication with the inlet, transports the water into a DC generator that includes an impeller to generate electricity. Water is then routed through a second conduit which then returns the water to the water supply line through an outlet. A solenoid valve may be positioned between the inlet and first conduit which remains closed when the electric grid runs normally but will open during a power outage to supply water to the DC generator. A lithium battery stores power created by the DC generator, which may include a voltage regulator and inverter to convert to DC. | 10-18-2012 |
20120282561 | HEATER AND ELECTRICAL GENERATOR SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - An method of installation and use of an integrated backup electrical generator and heating system designed to allow continual use of the heating system in the absence of an external source of electricity, such as during a power outage, wherein the system shares common fuel and electrical source and also sharing an exhaust output so to provide a compact installation and facilitate ease of installation. | 11-08-2012 |
20130276834 | SELF-SANITIZING AUTOMATED CONDENSATE DRAIN CLEANER AND RELATED METHOD OF USE - The invention is directed toward a system and method for sanitizing a condensate drain to reduce sludge and related pathogens. The system is directed to a sanitizing assembly having a treatment chamber connected to the condensate drain, where the treatment chamber includes a top end and a shaft. A spray assembly is positioned proximate to the top end of the treatment chamber. This spray assembly has a nozzle spray connected to a hot water source. A spray controller within the spray assembly helps disperse a sufficient quantity and pressure of hot water within the shaft to dislodge sludge, when necessary. | 10-24-2013 |
20140130529 | CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHODS - A condensate management system for an air conditioning condensate drainage system is provided. The condensate management system may comprise an inlet and an outlet; a primary condensate flow path from the inlet to the outlet; a check valve disposed along the primary condensate flow path; a flush path from the inlet to the outlet; a pump coupled to the flush path; and a logic panel configured to actuate the pump to a flushing mode. The check valve may be configured to allow fluid flow from the inlet to the outlet. When the logic panel is configured to actuate the pump to the flushing mode, the pump is configured to exert a negative pressure at the inlet and a positive pressure at the outlet. Other system and methods to flush a condensate drain system are also described. | 05-15-2014 |
20140130888 | CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHODS - An intelligent condensate management system for purging and cleaning an air conditioning condensate drainage system, the intelligent condensate management system comprises a housing, the housing having an inlet and an outlet; a primary condensate flow line providing a flow path between the housing inlet and outlet, the primary condensate flow line having a check valve; a flush line providing a flow path between the housing inlet and outlet parallel to the primary condensate flow line, the flush line having a pump, wherein an inlet to the flush line is connected to a lower portion of the housing inlet; a logic panel for actuating the pump between a standby mode and a flushing mode; wherein the check valve is configured to allow flow from the housing inlet to the housing outlet; wherein actuating the pump to a flushing mode causes the check valve to close. Also described are methods to flush a condensate drain system. | 05-15-2014 |
20140182705 | CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHODS - A drainage system for a drain is provided. The drainage system includes a fluid flow path between the inlet and the outlet; a flushing system disposed with the fluid flow path; and a reservoir. The reservoir is configured for holding a stored amount of fluid originating from the drain. The flushing system is configured to use at least a portion of the stored amount of fluid. Other system and methods to flush a drain system are also described. | 07-03-2014 |
20140209271 | Heat and Energy Recovery and Regeneration Assembly, System and Method - The present invention is directed to a heat and energy recovery assembly, system and method. The heat and energy recovery assembly and system may include an insulated chamber for effectuating heat and energy exchange between a primary heat recovery exchanger and the reaction products of fossil fuel combustion gases, waste products, and air. The heat and energy recovery assembly and system are particularly useful on furnace systems. | 07-31-2014 |
20140209697 | HEAT AND ENERGY RECOVERY AND REGENERATION ASSEMBLY, SYSTEM AND METHOD - The exemplary embodiment is directed to a heat and energy recovery assembly, system and method. The heat and energy recovery assembly and system may include an insulated chamber for effectuating heat and energy exchange between a primary heat recovery exchanger and the reaction products of fossil fuel combustion gases, waste products, and air. The heat and energy recovery assembly and system are particularly useful on furnace systems. | 07-31-2014 |
20140216093 | CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHODS - A fluid management system for a drain is provided. The fluid management system includes an upstream drainage portion in fluid communication with the drain and a downstream drainage portion; a flushing assembly having an inlet and an outlet, wherein the flushing assembly is in fluid communication with the upstream drainage portion and the downstream drainage portion; a filter assembly disposed with the upstream drainage portion; and a logic panel configured to actuate the flushing assembly between a flushing mode and a standby mode. When the flushing assembly is actuated to the flushing mode, the flushing assembly is configured to exert a negative pressure at the inlet and a positive pressure at the outlet. | 08-07-2014 |