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F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or 7
F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification 5
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11 - Environmental control apparatus 9
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1.

GIGADRY

      
Serial Number 99112140
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-31
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

air-conditioning apparatus; air-conditioning installations; dehumidifiers; heating apparatus; heating installations; ventilation [air-conditioning] installations and apparatus

2.

ACOUSTIBOX

      
Serial Number 98900943
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-13
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

air-conditioning apparatus; fans (air-conditioning); ventilation (air-conditioning) installations and apparatus

3.

Multi-zone chilled beam system and method with pump module

      
Application Number 17690805
Grant Number 11747030
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-09
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2023-09-05
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John C.
  • Bentley, Aaron S.
  • Reed, David C.

Abstract

Air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, each zone having a thermostat, where each of multiple pump modules delivers chilled water to chilled beams in a plurality of zones and a chilled-water distribution system circulates chilled water through a chilled-water distribution loop to the multiple pump modules. Current dew points are determined in zones that call for cooling, and temperature of chilled water delivered to the chilled beams is maintained for each pump module at least a predetermined temperature differential above the highest dew point within the zones served by that pump module. Each zone has a zone control valve to shut off flow to that zone. Serving a plurality of zones from each pump module reduces how many pump modules are required. Zones served by one pump module may be selected to have similar thermal loads. Pump modules may supply hot water when heat is needed instead of cooling.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24F 11/84 - Control systems characterised by their outputsConstructional details thereof for controlling the temperature of the supplied air by controlling the supply of heat-exchange fluids to heat-exchangers using valves
  • F24F 11/85 - Control systems characterised by their outputsConstructional details thereof for controlling the temperature of the supplied air by controlling the supply of heat-exchange fluids to heat-exchangers using variable-flow pumps
  • F24F 11/32 - Responding to malfunctions or emergencies
  • F24F 110/10 - Temperature
  • F24F 110/20 - Humidity
  • F24F 140/20 - Heat-exchange fluid temperature

4.

MULTI-ZONE CHILLED BEAM SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH PUMP MODULE

      
Document Number 03151866
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-09
Open to Public Date 2022-09-12
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer John C.,
  • Bentley, Aaron S.
  • Reed, David C

Abstract

Air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, each zone having a thermostat, where each of multiple pump modules delivers chilled water to chilled beams in a plurality of zones and a chilled-water distribution system circulates chilled water through a chilled-water distribution loop to the multiple pump modules. Current dew points are determined in zones that call for cooling, and temperature of chilled water delivered to the chilled beams is maintained for each pump module at least a predetermined temperature differential above the highest dew point within the zones served by that pump module. Each zone has a zone control valve to shut off flow to that zone. Serving a plurality of zones from each pump module reduces how many pump modules are required. Zones served by one pump module may be selected to have similar thermal loads. Pump modules may supply hot water when heat is needed instead of cooling.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24D 3/02 - Hot-water central heating systems with forced circulation, e.g. by pumps
  • F24D 19/10 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices
  • F24F 3/06 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the arrangements for the supply of heat-exchange fluid for the subsequent treatment of primary air in the room units
  • F24F 11/83 - Control systems characterised by their outputsConstructional details thereof for controlling the temperature of the supplied air by controlling the supply of heat-exchange fluids to heat-exchangers

5.

Air conditioning with recovery wheel, dehumidification wheel, cooling coil, and secondary direct-expansion circuit

      
Application Number 17703881
Grant Number 12044421
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-24
First Publication Date 2022-07-21
Grant Date 2024-07-23
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Fischer, John C.

Abstract

Systems and methods for controlling temperature and humidity within a space in a building. Outdoor air and return air from the space are passed through particular equipment in a particular order. Equipment includes a secondary direct-expansion refrigeration circuit, a recovery wheel, a primary cooling coil, secondary circuit evaporator and condenser coils, and a dehumidification wheel. Various embodiments include multiple zones, chilled beams, and a dedicated outdoor air supply (DOAS) subsystem delivering dehumidified air to active chilled beams. In various embodiments, supply air passes first through the recovery wheel, then through the primary cooling coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then to the space. Further, in some embodiments, exhaust air passes through the dehumidification wheel and then through the recovery wheel. Pump modules may supply chilled beams and control their temperature to avoid condensation. A chiller may supply cooling water to both the primary cooling coil and the pump modules.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 11/30 - Control or safety arrangements for purposes related to the operation of the system, e.g. for safety or monitoring
  • F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification
  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24F 12/00 - Use of energy recovery systems in air conditioning, ventilation or screening
  • F25B 5/04 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with several evaporator circuits, e.g. for varying refrigerating capacity arranged in series
  • F25B 49/02 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices for compression type machines, plants or systems
  • F24F 11/00 - Control or safety arrangements

6.

TRUE 3A

      
Serial Number 97340116
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Registration Date 2023-05-23
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

Rotary heat exchangers for use with ventilation systems

7.

Fire-retardant panel with frame

      
Application Number 17069673
Grant Number 11339567
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-13
First Publication Date 2021-02-11
Grant Date 2022-05-24
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Glen, Stephen
  • Hung, Yu-Wei
  • Alsadah, Hashim
  • Fischer, John C.

Abstract

Fire-retardant panels that include: a frame with multiple holes that reduce heat conduction through the panel; or a frame that includes two portions separated by a layer of fire-resistant material (e.g., gypsum, calcium silicate, or gypsum board). Some embodiments include skins (e.g., sheet metal) or insulation (e.g., between skin and fire-resistant material, for instance, within the frame). In particular embodiments, the fire-resistant material is (e.g., midway) between: two skins, two layers of insulation, two portions of the frame, or a combination thereof. The portions of the frame can be: sheet metal, attached (e.g., screwed) to the skin(s) or to each other, or extend around the perimeter. The frame can include: various elongated members, (e.g., parallel) bends, or holes that are: in at least one row, elongated, or slots (e.g., parallel to each other or to the skin).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • E04C 2/28 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups combinations of materials fully covered by groups and
  • E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
  • E04C 2/34 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure composed of two or more spaced sheet-like parts
  • B32B 13/06 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of metal
  • B32B 19/04 - Layered products essentially comprising natural mineral fibres or particles, e.g. asbestos, mica next to another layer of a specific substance
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
  • E04B 1/61 - Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other
  • B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

8.

Air conditioning with recovery wheel, dehumidification wheel, and cooling coil

      
Application Number 16712052
Grant Number 11320161
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-12
First Publication Date 2020-04-16
Grant Date 2022-05-03
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Fischer, John C.

Abstract

Methods and systems for controlling temperature and humidity within a space in a building. Outdoor air and return air from the space are passed through particular equipment in a particular order. Equipment includes a secondary direct-expansion refrigeration circuit, a recovery wheel, a primary cooling coil or direct-expansion refrigeration circuit, secondary circuit coils, and a dehumidification wheel. Various embodiments include modulating the secondary circuit compressor to adjust reheat capacity at the secondary circuit condenser coil, a geothermal direct-expansion refrigeration circuit, a variable refrigerant flow subsystem, fan coil units, multiple zones, a dedicated outdoor air supply subsystem, an evaporative cooler, supplemental outdoor air, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, supply air passes first through the recovery wheel, then through the primary cooling coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then to the space. Further, in some embodiments, exhaust air passes through the dehumidification wheel, and then through the recovery wheel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 11/30 - Control or safety arrangements for purposes related to the operation of the system, e.g. for safety or monitoring
  • F25B 5/04 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with several evaporator circuits, e.g. for varying refrigerating capacity arranged in series
  • F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification
  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24F 11/00 - Control or safety arrangements

9.

Fire-retardant panel with frame

      
Application Number 16124024
Grant Number 10837170
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-06
First Publication Date 2019-03-14
Grant Date 2020-11-17
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Glen, Stephen
  • Hung, Yu-Wei
  • Alsadah, Hashim

Abstract

Fire-retardant panels that include: a frame with multiple holes in at least two rows that reduce heat conduction through the panel; or a frame that includes two portions separated by a layer of fire-resistant material (e.g., gypsum, calcium silicate, or gypsum board). Some embodiments include layers of skin (e.g., sheet metal) or insulation (e.g., between skin and fire-resistant material). In particular embodiments, the fire-resistant material is (e.g., midway) between: two skins, two layers of insulation, two portions of the frame, or a combination thereof. The portions of the frame can be: sheet metal, attached (e.g., screwed) to the skin(s), or extend around the perimeter. The frame can include: various elongated members, one or two (e.g., parallel) bends, or holes that are: in at least three rows, staggered, elongated, or slots (e.g., parallel to each other or to the skin).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/00 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • E04C 2/28 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups combinations of materials fully covered by groups and
  • E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
  • E04C 2/34 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure composed of two or more spaced sheet-like parts
  • B32B 13/06 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of metal
  • B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
  • B32B 19/04 - Layered products essentially comprising natural mineral fibres or particles, e.g. asbestos, mica next to another layer of a specific substance
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
  • E04B 1/61 - Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other
  • B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

10.

Chilled beam module, system, and method

      
Application Number 16055910
Grant Number 11092347
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-06
First Publication Date 2018-12-27
Grant Date 2021-08-17
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John C.
  • Mescher, Kirk T.
  • Mitchell, Richard K.
  • Glen, Stephen P.
  • Carroll, Steven S.

Abstract

Multiple-zone chilled beam air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, methods of controlling chilled beams in multi-zone air conditioning systems, and chilled-beam modules for controlling zones of a chilled-beam heating and air conditioning system. Embodiments include a pump serving each zone that both recirculates water within the module and chilled beam and circulates water in and out of a chilled water distribution system through one or more valves to control the temperature of the water delivered to the chilled beams. Different embodiments adjust the temperature of the beam to avoid condensation, change pump speed to save energy or increase capacity, provide heating as well as cooling, use check valves to reduce the number of control valves required, can be used in two- or four-pipe systems, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 3/08 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the arrangements for the supply of heat-exchange fluid for the subsequent treatment of primary air in the room units with separate supply and return lines for hot and cold heat-exchange fluids
  • F28F 27/00 - Control arrangements or safety devices specially adapted for heat-exchange or heat-transfer apparatus
  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24D 3/02 - Hot-water central heating systems with forced circulation, e.g. by pumps

11.

Air conditioning system and method with chiller and water

      
Application Number 15866940
Grant Number 10739024
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-10
First Publication Date 2018-07-12
Grant Date 2020-08-11
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Rice, Thomas

Abstract

Air conditioning systems and methods for cooling a space that include a chiller, a cooling coil, a heat sink, various water conduits, and a pump. Different modes of operation are used under different conditions and the water is routed differently in different modes. In a first mode, the chiller rejects heat to water returning from the cooling coil, and in a second mode, there are separate loops of chilled and heated water with separate pumps. In a third (economizer) mode of operation, the chiller is off and water from the heat sink is delivered to the cooling coil. Control valves, check valves, or both, are used to direct the flow of water, which are strategically placed in various water conduits.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification
  • F24F 12/00 - Use of energy recovery systems in air conditioning, ventilation or screening
  • F25B 25/00 - Machines, plants or systems, using a combination of modes of operation covered by two or more of the groups
  • F25B 29/00 - Combined heating and refrigeration systems, e.g. operating alternately or simultaneously

12.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH CHILLER AND WATER

      
Document Number 02991741
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-01-11
Open to Public Date 2018-07-11
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Rice, Thomas

Abstract

Air conditioning systems and methods for cooling a space that include a chiller, a cooling coil, a heat sink, various water conduits, and a pump. Different modes of operation are used under different conditions and the water is routed differently in different modes. In a first mode, the chiller rejects heat to water returning from the cooling coil, and in a second mode, there are separate loops of chilled and heated water with separate pumps. In a third (economizer) mode of operation, the chiller is off and water from the heat sink is delivered to the cooling coil. Control valves, check valves, or both, are used to direct the flow of water, which are strategically placed in various water conduits.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 3/08 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the arrangements for the supply of heat-exchange fluid for the subsequent treatment of primary air in the room units with separate supply and return lines for hot and cold heat-exchange fluids
  • F24F 13/30 - Arrangement or mounting of heat-exchangers

13.

NEUTON

      
Serial Number 87787822
Status Registered
Filing Date 2018-02-07
Registration Date 2018-10-02
Owner Semco LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

Controlled chilled beam pump module for an HVAC system

14.

Air conditioning with recovery wheel, passive dehumidification wheel, cooling coil, and secondary direct-expansion circuit

      
Application Number 15616702
Grant Number 10690358
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-07
First Publication Date 2017-12-14
Grant Date 2020-06-23
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Fischer, John C.

Abstract

Air conditioning units, systems, and methods that control temperature and humidity within a space in a building, for example, using a recovery wheel, a desiccant-based or passive dehumidification wheel, a primary cooling coil; and a secondary direct-expansion refrigeration circuit that includes a secondary circuit compressor, a secondary circuit evaporator coil, and a secondary circuit condenser coil. In various embodiments, the system forms a supply airstream that passes outdoor air first through the recovery wheel, then through the primary cooling coil, then through the secondary circuit evaporator coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then to the space. Further, in many embodiments, the system forms an exhaust airstream that passes return air from the space first through the secondary circuit condenser coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then through the recovery wheel. In some embodiments, various quantities of heat and moisture are transferred between the two airstreams.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 3/147 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification with both heat and humidity transfer between supplied and exhausted air
  • F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification
  • F24F 3/153 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification with subsequent heating, i.e. with the air, given the required humidity in the central station, passing a heating element to achieve the required temperature
  • F24F 12/00 - Use of energy recovery systems in air conditioning, ventilation or screening

15.

AIR CONDITIONING WITH RECOVERY WHEEL, PASSIVE DEHUMIDIFICATION WHEEL, COOLING COIL, AND SECONDARY DIRECT-EXPANSION CIRCUIT

      
Document Number 02969999
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-08
Open to Public Date 2017-12-08
Grant Date 2025-01-07
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor Fischer, John C.

Abstract

Air conditioning units, systems, and methods that control temperature and humidity within a space in a building, for example, using a recovery wheel, a desiccant-based or passive dehumidification wheel, a primary cooling coil; and a secondary direct-expansion refrigeration circuit that includes a secondary circuit compressor, a secondary circuit evaporator coil, and a secondary circuit condenser coil. In various embodiments, the system forms a supply airstream that passes outdoor air first through the recovery wheel, then through the primary cooling coil, then through the secondary circuit evaporator coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then to the space. Further, in many embodiments, the system forms an exhaust airstream that passes return air from the space first through the secondary circuit condenser coil, then through the dehumidification wheel, and then through the recovery wheel. In some embodiments, various quantities of heat and moisture are transferred between the two airstreams.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 3/153 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification with subsequent heating, i.e. with the air, given the required humidity in the central station, passing a heating element to achieve the required temperature
  • F24F 12/00 - Use of energy recovery systems in air conditioning, ventilation or screening
  • F24F 13/04 - Air-mixing units
  • F24F 13/30 - Arrangement or mounting of heat-exchangers

16.

Chilled beam pump module, system, and method

      
Application Number 15453717
Grant Number 10060638
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-08
First Publication Date 2017-07-20
Grant Date 2018-08-28
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John C.
  • Mescher, Kirk T.
  • Mitchell, Richard K.
  • Glen, Stephen P.
  • Carroll, Steven S.

Abstract

Multiple-zone chilled beam air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, methods of controlling chilled beams in multi-zone air conditioning systems, and chilled-beam pump modules for controlling zones of a chilled-beam heating and air conditioning system. Embodiments include a pump serving each zone that both recirculates water within the module and chilled beam and circulates water in and out of a chilled water distribution system through one or more valves to control the temperature of the water delivered to the chilled beams. Different embodiments adjust the temperature of the beam to avoid condensation, change pump speed to save energy or increase capacity, provide heating as well as cooling, use check valves to reduce the number of control valves required, can be used in two- or four-pipe systems, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 23/00 - Control of temperature
  • F24F 3/08 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the arrangements for the supply of heat-exchange fluid for the subsequent treatment of primary air in the room units with separate supply and return lines for hot and cold heat-exchange fluids
  • F24D 3/02 - Hot-water central heating systems with forced circulation, e.g. by pumps

17.

Unit with recovery wheel and economizer and method of control

      
Application Number 14968390
Grant Number 10364995
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-14
First Publication Date 2016-06-16
Grant Date 2019-07-30
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John C.
  • Mitchell, Richard K.

Abstract

Ventilating units that include a recovery wheel, a supply air outlet from the wheel, an outdoor air supply fan that moves outdoor air through the recovery wheel, an economizer damper that opens to bring outdoor air directly into the supply air outlet, and an exhaust air discharge fan that moves exhaust air through the recovery wheel and to outdoors; HVAC units that include air conditioning with an air handler supply fan, a recovery wheel, an economizer section, an outdoor air supply fan, and controls; and methods of controlling airflow in an HVAC unit that include controlling an economizer damper based on outdoor and return air temperature and enthalpy or dew point. Some ventilating units connect to a packaged air handler and other ventilating units include the air handler, cooling coil, and air handler supply fan. Some embodiments include another damper that opens to bypass the recovery wheel for power exhaust.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 11/00 - Control or safety arrangements
  • F24F 3/044 - Systems in which all treatment is given in the central station, i.e. all-air systems
  • F24F 3/14 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by humidificationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by dehumidification
  • F24F 11/30 - Control or safety arrangements for purposes related to the operation of the system, e.g. for safety or monitoring
  • F24F 110/10 - Temperature
  • F24F 110/12 - Temperature of the outside air
  • F24F 110/22 - Humidity of the outside air
  • F24F 110/60 - Odour

18.

Chilled beam pump module, system, and method

      
Application Number 13757319
Grant Number 09625222
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-02-01
First Publication Date 2013-08-08
Grant Date 2017-04-18
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John C.
  • Mescher, Kirk T.
  • Mitchell, Richard K.
  • Glen, Stephen P.
  • Carroll, Steven S.

Abstract

Chilled-beam zone pump modules for controlling zones of a chilled-beam heating and air conditioning system, multiple-zone chilled beam air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, and methods of controlling chilled beams in multi-zone air conditioning systems. Embodiments include a pump serving each zone that both recirculates water within the module and chilled beam and circulates water in and out of a chilled or warm water distribution system through valves to control the temperature of the water delivered to the chilled beams. Different embodiments provide heating as well as cooling, use check valves to reduce the number of control valves required, adjust the temperature of the beam to avoid condensation, change pump speed to save energy or increase capacity, can be used in two- or four-pipe systems, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 23/00 - Control of temperature
  • F28F 27/00 - Control arrangements or safety devices specially adapted for heat-exchange or heat-transfer apparatus
  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or

19.

CHILLED BEAM PUMP MODULE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD

      
Application Number US2013024401
Publication Number 2013/116695
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-02-01
Publication Date 2013-08-08
Owner SEMCO, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, John, C.
  • Mescher, Kirk, T.
  • Mitchell, Richard, K.
  • Glen, Stephen, P.
  • Carroll, Steven, S.

Abstract

Chilled-beam zone pump modules for controlling zones of a chilled-beam heating and air conditioning system, multiple-zone chilled beam air conditioning systems for cooling multiple-zone spaces, and methods of controlling chilled beams in multi-zone air conditioning systems. Embodiments include a pump serving each zone that both recirculates water within the module and chilled beam and circulates water in and out of a chilled or warm water distribution system through valves to control temperature. Different embodiments provide heating as well as cooling, use check valves to reduce the number of control valves required, adjust the temperature of the beam to avoid condensation, change pump speed to save energy or increase capacity, can be used in two- or four-pipe systems, allow for lower installation cost, provide better performance or control, improve reliability, overcome barriers to the use of chilled beams, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 5/00 - Air-conditioning systems or apparatus not covered by group or
  • F24F 11/02 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices
  • F24D 3/02 - Hot-water central heating systems with forced circulation, e.g. by pumps

20.

VELOCITY

      
Serial Number 77628837
Status Registered
Filing Date 2008-12-08
Registration Date 2010-05-04
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal

Goods & Services

Metal ducts and parts therefor for ventilating, air conditioning, warm air heating and exhaust systems

21.

Building, ventilation system, and recovery device control

      
Application Number 11594586
Grant Number 07886986
Status In Force
Filing Date 2006-11-08
First Publication Date 2008-05-08
Grant Date 2011-02-15
Owner SEMCO LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fischer, Jr., John C.
  • Boles, Michael L.
  • Mitchell, Richard K.

Abstract

Control systems for recovery wheels, ventilation systems with recovery devices, buildings having ventilation, and methods of controlling recovery wheels and controlling or modifying ventilation systems. A parameter of ventilation systems or recovery devices, such as the speed of a recovery wheel, may be controlled as a function of pressure, differential pressure, flow rate, or fan speed, for example, to provide appropriate purge flow to maintain purge effectiveness and limit the carry-over of contaminants from a return/exhaust airstream to an outside/supply airstream, for instance, in a variable air-volume system. A purge angle may be set at a minimum position commensurate with a maximum flow rate and recovery-wheel speed may be reduced at lower flows to maintain purge effectiveness. In some embodiments, temperature and humidity are measured, and wheel speed is also controlled as a function of these measurements. Systems may utilize sensors, input devices, digital controllers, variable-speed drives, and alarms.

IPC Classes  ?

22.

AVRON46

      
Serial Number 78369796
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-02-18
Registration Date 2006-06-27
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal

Goods & Services

antimicrobial coating sold as an integral component of metal ventilating ducts

23.

AVRON46

      
Serial Number 78369799
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-02-18
Registration Date 2005-10-18
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 02 - Paints, varnishes, lacquers

Goods & Services

antimicrobial paint type coating for use on HVAC systems

24.

AVRON46

      
Serial Number 78369801
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-02-18
Registration Date 2005-11-01
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

antimicrobial coating sold as an integral part of ventilating system components, namely, ventilating fans, ventilating louvers, registers for ventilating systems, air valves for ventilating systems, grilles for ventilating systems, diffusers for ventilating systems and air handling units for ventilating systems

25.

SYNERGYPLUS

      
Serial Number 76405243
Status Registered
Filing Date 2002-05-08
Registration Date 2003-03-25
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

EXHAUST FAN UNIT INCORPORATING A ROTARY AIR-TO-AIR HEAT EXCHANGER

26.

SEMCO

      
Serial Number 76405245
Status Registered
Filing Date 2002-05-08
Registration Date 2003-04-15
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials

Goods & Services

DUCT WORK FOR USE WITH VENTILATION SYSTEMS, NAMELY, METAL VENTILATING DUCTS ROTARY HEAT EXCHANGERS FOR USE WITH VENTILATION SYSTEMS SOUND BARRIER PANELS FOR USE ALONG HIGHWAYS AND OTHER TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS; ARCHITECTURAL ACOUSTIC PRODUCTS, NAMELY SOUND ATTENUATORS; ACOUSTICAL PANELS FOR BUILDINGS

27.

PINNACLE

      
Serial Number 75803899
Status Registered
Filing Date 1999-09-21
Registration Date 2006-01-03
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

Ventilation systems, namely, an air conditioner which supplies fresh outdoor air into a building and conditions the outdoor air to cool and dehumidify the outdoor air as necessary

28.

SEMCO

      
Serial Number 74222699
Status Registered
Filing Date 1991-11-14
Registration Date 1992-09-08
Owner SEMCO LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

rotary heat exchangers