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1.

AGSENSE

      
Application Number 1839061
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-12-24
Registration Date 2024-12-24
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Communication equipment, namely, electronic and computer instruments comprised of receivers, transmitters, computer hardware, computer software, sensors, and software that provides website access for determining, mapping and tracking precise geographic locations, and for transmission of data, all in relation to the monitoring and operation of irrigation equipment, as well as the monitoring of storage containers for grain commodities and monitoring the weather; global positioning systems comprised of computer hardware and software; wireless communications global positioning systems comprised of computer hardware and software.

2.

STEELCOR

      
Application Number 1836541
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-12-19
Registration Date 2024-12-19
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,

Goods & Services

Metal forged rings for use with metal poles. Custom manufacture of metal forged rings for use with metal poles.

3.

AGSENSE

      
Application Number 237992800
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-24
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Communication equipment, namely, electronic and computer instruments comprised of receivers, transmitters, computer hardware, computer software, sensors, and software that provides website access for determining, mapping and tracking precise geographic locations, and for transmission of data, all in relation to the monitoring and operation of irrigation equipment, as well as the monitoring of storage containers for grain commodities and monitoring the weather; global positioning systems comprised of computer hardware and software; wireless communications global positioning systems comprised of computer hardware and software.

4.

STEELCOR

      
Application Number 237849500
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-19
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,

Goods & Services

(1) Metal forged rings for use with metal poles. (1) Custom manufacture of metal forged rings for use with metal poles.

5.

CONVERT VERSA

      
Application Number 1828090
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-07-08
Registration Date 2024-07-08
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Metal structures for mounting photovoltaic panels. Communication and positioning equipment, namely, an apparatus for the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels comprised of distribution switchboard, power switchboard, downloadable computer software for the transmission of data, and the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels, a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system comprising receivers of electronic signals, radio receivers, radio transmitters, transmitters of electronic signals, computer hardware, weather sensors, sensors for determining position, motorized electric linear actuators.

6.

SOUNDWALL

      
Serial Number 98888436
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-06
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 19 - Non-metallic building materials

Goods & Services

Sound barrier panels for use along highways and other transportation corridors. Non-metal fencing in the nature of a noise barrier industrial safety barrier.

7.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMAGER CALIBRATION AND IMAGE COLLECTION WITHIN A FIELD IRRIGATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18657937
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-08
First Publication Date 2024-11-21
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Asiskovich, Omer

Abstract

A system, method and apparatus for imager calibration and image collection within a field irrigation system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention includes imagers, sensors and controllers for calibrating imagers for use within a field irrigation system and for executing an algorithm for analyzing and storing target crop disease image indicators, insect/pest image indicators and crop health/growth image indicators. According to further preferred embodiments, the system of the present invention preferably may analyze these range of factors to determine one or more test chart parameters for use with testing and calibrating one or more imagers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01C 23/00 - Distributing devices specially adapted for liquid manure or other fertilising liquid, including ammonia, e.g. transport tanks or sprinkling wagons
  • A01G 9/24 - Devices for heating, ventilating, regulating temperature, or watering, in greenhouses, forcing-frames, or the like
  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation

8.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMAGER CALIBRATION AND IMAGE COLLECTION WITHIN A FIELD IRRIGATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2024028242
Publication Number 2024/238219
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-05-08
Publication Date 2024-11-21
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Asiskovich, Omer

Abstract

A system, method and apparatus for imager calibration and image collection within a field irrigation system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention includes imagers, sensors and controllers for calibrating imagers for use within a field irrigation system and for executing an algorithm for analyzing and storing target crop disease image indicators, insect/pest image indicators and crop health/growth image indicators. According to further preferred embodiments, the system of the present invention preferably may analyze these range of factors to determine one or more test chart parameters for use with testing and calibrating one or more imagers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01B 79/00 - Methods for working soil
  • A01C 21/00 - Methods of fertilising
  • G06T 7/80 - Analysis of captured images to determine intrinsic or extrinsic camera parameters, i.e. camera calibration

9.

System, method and apparatus for providing electromagnetic variable exciter system for inspection of ferrous material

      
Application Number 17708464
Grant Number 12129027
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-30
First Publication Date 2024-10-29
Grant Date 2024-10-29
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Lahmann, Jacob

Abstract

A system and method for exciting a target area with an excitation source which is affixed or deployed via an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). According to a preferred embodiment, the excitation source may include a heat, magnetic or light source. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention magnetically excites ferrous material by the use of an array of electromagnets. According to preferred embodiments, the present invention also includes utilizing a UAV mounted IR thermometer to record the ambient temperature of the area to be inspected. Additionally, the present invention teaches using the detected ambient temperature and type of material being inspected to determine an inspection method for the target area. According to a preferred embodiment, the target area may be excited by heat, magnetics or visually enhanced to an appropriate level based on analysis by the system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 39/00 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for
  • B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
  • H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
  • H04B 1/3827 - Portable transceivers
  • H04B 1/40 - Circuits
  • B64U 50/19 - Propulsion using electrically powered motors
  • B64U 101/00 - UAVs specially adapted for particular uses or applications

10.

HERDSENSE

      
Serial Number 98811325
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-10-21
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for cattle management, farm management, asset tracking; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for tracking movement of animals, animal assets, and animal health.

11.

Adjustable tower work platform for a monopole

      
Application Number 16885368
Grant Number 12116788
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-28
First Publication Date 2024-10-15
Grant Date 2024-10-15
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chapman, Brandon M.
  • Klingerman, Clinton E.

Abstract

The present invention provides an adjustable tower platform for attachment to a monopole. According to a preferred embodiment, the present invention includes a first, second and third exterior face pipes which are attached together at each end to support one or more corner platforms. According to further preferred embodiments, the present invention includes a first, second and third corner platforms which are attached between each pair of face pipes by angle brackets. According to a further preferred embodiment, each of the corner platforms are preferably undergirded by side arm joists which are further connected to central connection plates. According to a further preferred embodiment, the invention preferably further includes a first, second and third connection plates which are bolted together to form a ring mount which suspends the tower platform on a monopole at a given height.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04G 5/06 - ConsolesBrackets
  • E04G 1/12 - Scaffolds primarily resting on the ground composed essentially of members elongated in one dimension only, e.g. poles, lattice masts, with or without end portions of special form, connected together by any means comprising members of special, e.g. composite, cross-section, or with lugs or the like or lateral apertures for supporting or attaching other members
  • E04G 1/15 - Scaffolds primarily resting on the ground essentially comprising special means for supporting or forming platformsPlatforms
  • E04G 3/24 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height specially adapted for particular parts of buildings or for buildings of particular shape, e.g. chimney stacks or pylons

12.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR INSTALLATION OF CONDITION MONITORING SENSORS

      
Application Number 18675218
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-28
First Publication Date 2024-09-19
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Luthra, Anil
  • Schapper, Aaron
  • Blobaum, Kent
  • Lahmann, Jacob

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for monitoring conditions within an electrical distribution system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a sensor module delivery system which uses UAVs to deploy sensor modules within the electrical distribution system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the system includes a drone mounting system and a gripper mechanism for attaching to a sensor module. The system also includes an extended carbon fiber shaft which vertically extends down from the drone mounting system and which supports a controller module, a transceiver, a battery module, a camera and the gripper mechanism. According to a further preferred embodiment, the gripper mechanism includes two or more gripping arms which are movable by the controller module between a first open position and a second closed position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 1/00 - Dropping, ejecting, releasing or receiving articles, liquids, or the like, in flight
  • B65G 47/90 - Devices for picking-up and depositing articles or materials

13.

CABLE AND TROLLEY SYSTEM FOR USE WITHIN AN IRRIGATION SPAN ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number US2024016642
Publication Number 2024/186477
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-21
Publication Date 2024-09-12
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Dillon, Cory J.

Abstract

A sensor and spray cable system to provide irrigation and crop treatments to targeted areas beneath and around an irrigation machine. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes one or more irrigation trolleys which are propelled with and/or along one or more transport cables. The irrigation trolleys include controllers, sensors and irrigation sprayers which work together to apply applicants to discrete areas of a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering

14.

AGSENSE

      
Serial Number 98747904
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-12
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in irrigation scheduling, monitoring weather and soil conditions, and accessing data and reporting related to the aforementioned functions; Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in monitoring grain and agriculture tanks for temperature and grain or liquid levels, controlling grain bin fans, and access data and reporting related to the same. Software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in irrigation scheduling, monitoring weather and soil conditions, and accessing data and reporting related to the aforementioned functions; Software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in monitoring grain and agriculture tanks for temperature and grain or liquid levels, controlling grain bin fans, and access data and reporting related to the same.

15.

CABLE AND TROLLEY SYSTEM FOR USE WITHIN AN IRRIGATION SPAN ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 18583035
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-21
First Publication Date 2024-09-12
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Dillon, Cory J.

Abstract

A sensor and spray cable system to provide irrigation and crop treatments to targeted areas beneath and around an irrigation machine. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes one or more irrigation trolleys which are propelled with and/or along one or more transport cables. The irrigation trolleys include controllers, sensors and irrigation sprayers which work together to apply applicants to discrete areas of a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering

16.

ROLL FORMED BEAM ASSEMBLY FOR LIGHTWEIGHT FIELD IRRIGATION APPARATUS

      
Application Number 18659691
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-09
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dillon, Cory J.
  • Kastl, John A.
  • Santelman, Steven C.

Abstract

An improved irrigation system which includes a central roll form beam assembly supporting a central hose connected between multiple connection modules. According to a preferred embodiment, the irrigation system includes multiple tower assemblies which support the central roll form beam assembly. The central hose preferably runs within a central channel and between connecting nozzles. According to further preferred embodiments, the first and second connecting nozzles preferably each include multiple arms which extend over the walls of the beam assembly to secure each connecting nozzle to the beam assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

17.

System, method and apparatus for installation of condition monitoring sensors

      
Application Number 17148957
Grant Number 12060152
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-14
First Publication Date 2024-08-13
Grant Date 2024-08-13
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Luthra, Anil
  • Schapper, Aaron
  • Blobaum, Kent
  • Lahmann, Jacob

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for monitoring conditions within an electrical distribution system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a sensor module delivery system which uses UAVs to deploy sensor modules within the electrical distribution system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the system includes a drone mounting system and a gripper mechanism for attaching to a sensor module. The system also includes an extended carbon fiber shaft which vertically extends down from the drone mounting system and which supports a controller module, a transceiver, a battery module, a camera and the gripper mechanism. According to a further preferred embodiment, the gripper mechanism includes two or more gripping arms which are movable by the controller module between a first open position and a second closed position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 1/00 - Dropping, ejecting, releasing or receiving articles, liquids, or the like, in flight
  • B65G 47/90 - Devices for picking-up and depositing articles or materials

18.

STEELCOR

      
Serial Number 98657548
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-19
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,

Goods & Services

Metal forged rings for use with metal poles Custom manufacture of metal forged rings for use with metal poles

19.

POLE ASSEMBLY FOR ON-ROUTE VEHICLE CHARGING

      
Application Number 18484630
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-11
First Publication Date 2024-07-11
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Perina, Mark

Abstract

A new pole design for on-route vehicle charging systems. According to preferred embodiments, the improved pole design of the present invention includes a removable hinge to allow the structure to be shipped on standard height flatbed trailers, fully wired, from the manufacturing facility.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/31 - Charging columns specially adapted for electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/30 - Constructional details of charging stations

20.

CONVERT VERSA

      
Serial Number 98621690
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-27
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Communication and positioning equipment, namely, an apparatus for the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels comprised of distribution switchboard, power switchboard, downloadable computer software for the transmission of data, and the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels, a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system comprising receivers of electronic signals, radio receivers, radio transmitters, transmitters of electronic signals, computer hardware, weather sensors, sensors for determining position, motorized electric linear actuators, and metal structures for mounting photovoltaic panels.

21.

System and apparatus for inspecting welds in normal and transverse directions

      
Application Number 17350572
Grant Number 11986908
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-17
First Publication Date 2024-05-21
Grant Date 2024-05-21
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Hardin, Grady A.

Abstract

The present invention includes an improved transducer wedge assembly for inspecting welds and other formations. According to a first preferred embodiment, the transducer wedge assembly includes a central spacer wedge fixed between a first transducer wedge and a second transducer wedge. The central spacer wedge is preferably formed from cork or other insulating material. Additionally, the central spacer wedge preferably includes a wave direction side and a back side, with the back side of the spacer wedge producing an offset angle between the first transducer wedge and the second transducer wedge.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 31/00 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups
  • B23K 31/12 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to investigating the properties, e.g. the weldability, of materials
  • G01N 29/22 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic wavesVisualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object Details

22.

PIM SHIELD

      
Serial Number 98553687
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 02 - Paints, varnishes, lacquers
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
  • 20 - Furniture and decorative products

Goods & Services

Catalog ordering service featuring products in the field of telecommunications structures and wireless site equipment, and components, parts, and accessories thereof, namely, telecommunications hardware and accessories for limiting and eliminating passive intermodulation in telecommunications equipment and hardware. Paint used for passive intermodulation mitigation. Cable support kits comprised of metal brackets, mounting pipes, metal rods, and mounting hardware of metal; threaded rod kits comprised of threaded rods, washers, and nuts of metal; rail system for securing mechanical equipment comprised of struts, rails, mounting brackets and hardware, and insulated channel runners of metal; cable support rails of metal; rails, mounting brackets, mounting pipes, rods, and of metal; all for limiting and eliminating passive intermodulation in telecommunications equipment and hardware; foils of metal for suppressing PIM sources. Accessories and hardware for limiting and eliminating passive intermodulation in telecommunications equipment and hardware, namely, mounting hardware for telecommunications hardware in the nature of brackets, rails, adapters, bars, straps, mounting pipes and rods; mounting adapter kits comprised of mounting brackets, mounting ties, spacers, washers, screws, rods, adapters bases for telecommunications hardware, and radio and cable bracketry being mounting hardware for telecommunications hardware. Caulking. Cable support kits comprised of bases, adapters, mounting brackets, and mounting ties not of metal; cable cuffs, cable identification, cable support blocks, cable adapters, cable snap-ins, cable cushions, cable support straps, and cable clips not of metal; all for limiting and eliminating passive intermodulation in telecommunications equipment and hardware; support kits for safety signs comprised of mounting base, mounting bracket, and screws not of metal.

23.

IMPROVED POLE ASSEMBLY FOR ON-ROUTE VEHICLE CHARGING

      
Application Number US2023076528
Publication Number 2024/086463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-11
Publication Date 2024-04-25
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Perina, Mark

Abstract

A new pole design for on-route vehicle charging systems. According to preferred embodiments, the improved pole design of the present invention includes a removable hinge to allow the structure to be shipped on standard height flatbed trailers, fully wired, from the manufacturing facility.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60M 1/08 - Arrangements for energising and de-energising power line sections using mechanical actuation by the passing vehicle
  • B60L 5/42 - Current-collectors for power supply lines of electrically-propelled vehicles for collecting current from individual contact pieces connected to the power supply line
  • B60M 1/36 - Single contact pieces along the line for power supply
  • B60M 7/00 - Power lines or rails specially adapted for electrically-propelled vehicles of special types, e.g. suspension tramway, ropeway, underground railway
  • B60L 5/36 - Current-collectors for power supply lines of electrically-propelled vehicles with means for collecting current simultaneously from more than one conductor, e.g. from more than one phase
  • B60L 5/38 - Current-collectors for power supply lines of electrically-propelled vehicles for collecting current from conductor rails

24.

PROSPERA

      
Application Number 1784673
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-12-22
Registration Date 2023-12-22
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
  • 44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment, and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields. Providing data and information regarding the repair condition and potential maintenance needs of irrigation equipment. Digital imaging services [photography] of agricultural fields using satellite imagery, aerial imagery, and computer software for purposes of detecting crop health issues and irrigation equipment condition. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for receiving, viewing, managing, and delivering data and images that detail potential crop anomalies and health issues, namely, anomalies and issues relating to under and over watering of crops, crop disease, weed infestation, pest infestation, improper nutrient management or chemical application irrigation rates, weather conditions, in-field variations of topography and soil type, and potential required maintenance or repairs of irrigation equipment; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, crop observing for analysis purposes. Providing agronomic data and information in the field of crop health monitoring.

25.

Low-PIM cellular base station antenna concealments

      
Application Number 18479209
Grant Number 11955700
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-02
First Publication Date 2024-04-09
Grant Date 2024-04-09
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Oberman, Alexander
  • Schmidt, Mark R.

Abstract

Cellular base station antenna concealments, such as palm and tree concealments, utilize artificial branches with nonmetallic (e.g., polymeric) interfaces to avoid loose metal-to-metal connections to mitigate the generation of passive intermodulation (PIM) interference by the branches. Representative embodiments include “palm concealments” with low-PIM artificial palm fronds, and “tree concealments” with low-PIM artificial tree branches. That is, “low-PIM fronds” and “low-PIM tree branches” are two representative examples of “low-PIM branches” illustrating representative embodiments of the invention. The low-PIM palm frond includes a nonmetallic (e.g., polymeric) sleeve positioned between a metal frond shaft and a metal frond receiver. A first example of the low-PIM tree branch includes nonmetallic (e.g., polymeric) fastener isolators positioned between metal fasteners and a metal tree branch receiver. A second example of the low-PIM tree branch includes a nonmetallic (e.g., polymeric) sleeve positioned between the metal tree branch receiver and a tree branch shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 1/24 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles with receiving set
  • H01Q 1/44 - Details of, or arrangements associated with, antennas using equipment having another main function to serve additionally as an antenna

26.

FIRE RESISTANT COMPOSITE POLE

      
Application Number 18524501
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Paulin, Robert

Abstract

The present invention provides an improved fire resistant composite pole and a method for producing the same. In accordance with preferred embodiments, the composite utility pole of the present invention includes a composite structure having integrally bonded layers of resin impregnated fiberglass extending along the length of the pole. According to a preferred embodiment, the composite structure of the pole includes an intumescent layer which includes: high temperature mineral fibers, exfoliating graphite, organic binders. and alumina trihydrate (ATH).

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04H 12/02 - Structures made of specified materials
  • B29C 70/32 - Shaping by lay-up, i.e. applying fibres, tape or broadsheet on a mould, former or coreShaping by spray-up, i.e. spraying of fibres on a mould, former or core on a rotating mould, former or core
  • B29C 70/54 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire

27.

Reversible saddle for driveline coupler

      
Application Number 29896033
Grant Number D1017390
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-28
First Publication Date 2024-03-12
Grant Date 2024-03-12
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Santiesteban, Theodore George

28.

TRUSS BRACKET AND HITCH CONNECTOR SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18456124
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-25
First Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Schlautman, Darin J.

Abstract

An improved pipe connection system for attaching truss rods and other irrigation system components to an irrigation pipe. According to a first preferred embodiment, the attachment system of the present invention preferably includes a truss angle bracket assembly, a hitch channel lock assembly and a truss rod bracket assembly which are designed and positioned to attach to a single pipe section. According to a further preferred embodiment, the truss bracket assembly, the hitch channel lock assembly and the truss rod bracket assembly of the present invention are preferably each formed of single part/die surfaces which are laser-cut and bent on a transfer press to provide multiple sections formed from the single part/die surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 49/06 - Tractors adapted for multi-purpose use
  • A01B 59/00 - Devices specially adapted for connection between animals or tractors and agricultural machines or implements
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

29.

LIGHTWEIGHT FIELD IRRIGATION APPARATUS

      
Application Number 18456562
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-28
First Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Santelman, Steven C.
  • Kastl, John A.

Abstract

An improved irrigation system which includes a central angle iron assembly supporting a central hose connected between multiple connection modules. According to a preferred embodiment, the irrigation system includes multiple tower assemblies which support the central angle iron assembly. The central hose preferably runs within the central angle iron and between connecting nozzles which are attached to the central angle iron assembly. According to further preferred embodiments, the first and second connecting nozzles preferably each include multiple arms which extend over the walls of the central angle iron to secure each connecting nozzle to the central angle iron.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

30.

IMPROVED TRUSS BRACKET AND HITCH CONNECTOR SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2023072917
Publication Number 2024/050283
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-25
Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Schlautman, Darin J.

Abstract

An improved pipe connection system for attaching truss rods and other irrigation system components to an irrigation pipe. According to a first preferred embodiment, the attachment system of the present invention preferably includes a truss angle bracket assembly, a hitch channel lock assembly and a truss rod bracket assembly which are designed and positioned to attach to a single pipe section. According to a further preferred embodiment, the truss bracket assembly, the hitch channel lock assembly and the truss rod bracket assembly of the present invention are preferably each formed of single part/die surfaces which are laser-cut and bent on a transfer press to provide multiple sections formed from the single part/die surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • F16L 3/01 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets for supporting or guiding the pipes, cables or protective tubing, between relatively movable points, e.g. movable channels
  • B05B 15/00 - Details of spraying plant or spraying apparatus not otherwise provided forAccessories
  • A01G 25/00 - Watering gardens, fields, sports grounds or the like
  • B05B 3/12 - Spraying or sprinkling apparatus with moving outlet elements or moving deflecting elements with rotating elements with spray booms or the like rotating around an axis by means independent of the liquid or other fluent material discharged

31.

VALLEY

      
Application Number 1777950
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-10-17
Registration Date 2023-10-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Water pumping stations; water pumps; gearboxes for agricultural irrigation systems. Custom manufacture of pumping stations and irrigation systems. Custom design and engineering of pumping stations and irrigation systems.

32.

HELICAL CENTER DRIVE GEARBOX FOR ENCLOSING GEARBOX COMPONENTS

      
Application Number US2023071403
Publication Number 2024/036060
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-01
Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kumar, Shobhit
  • Santelman, Steven C.
  • Toman, Benjamin J.

Abstract

A gearbox case which includes a gear cavity breather device contained within the gearbox case to allow pressure equalization between the interior gearbox cavity and the external environment, while ensuring lubricant is kept in the gearbox. According to a preferred embodiment, the breather device contained within gearbox case may be formed as a spring-loaded ball valve to ensure external contaminants are kept out of the gearbox while allowing air to pass.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 57/027 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for venting gearboxes, e.g. air breathers
  • F16H 57/031 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by covers or lids for gearboxes
  • A01G 25/19 -
  • F16H 57/029 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for sealing gearboxes, e.g. to improve airtightness

33.

HELICAL CENTER DRIVE GEARBOX FOR ENCLOSING GEARBOX COMPONENTS

      
Application Number 18363122
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-01
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kumar, Shobhit
  • Santelman, Steven C.
  • Toman, Benjamin J.

Abstract

A gearbox case which includes a gear cavity breather device contained within the gearbox case to allow pressure equalization between the interior gearbox cavity and the external environment, while ensuring lubricant is kept in the gearbox. According to a preferred embodiment, the breather device contained within gearbox case may be formed as a spring-loaded ball valve to ensure external contaminants are kept out of the gearbox while allowing air to pass.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • F16H 57/029 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for sealing gearboxes, e.g. to improve airtightness
  • F16H 57/027 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for venting gearboxes, e.g. air breathers

34.

CONVERT TECHNOLOGY C

      
Application Number 1773189
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-09-13
Registration Date 2023-09-13
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Communication and positioning systems, namely, hardware and instruments consisting of receivers, transmitters, computer hardware, computer software, sensors, software-driven actuators and motors, and integrated metal structures, all for transmitting data and for monitoring, operating, and positioning solar panels.

35.

PIM EUCALYPTUS

      
Serial Number 98385486
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-31
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair

Goods & Services

Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees, leaves, and branches for use with telecommunication structures; Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees and tree parts that allow telecommunication structures and equipment to blend in with surrounding environments.

36.

HERDSENSE

      
Serial Number 98376479
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-25
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Business data analysis services in the field of cattle production, health, and tracking movements; collection and analysis of quality metric data for cattle producers for business purposes; retail store services featuring computer software provided via the internet and other computer and electronic communication networks Communication and electronic equipment, namely, hardware and instruments comprised of infrared cameras, thermal imaging cameras, camera hardware systems for internet protocol (IP) video surveillance, data processors, camera mounts, supports, and poles, and recorded computer software for data communication and translating and transmitting data for use in of tracking cattle movement and health; wireless communication devices for transmitting images taken by a camera; remote video monitoring system consisting primarily of a camera and video monitor for recording and transmitting images to a remote location for use in of tracking cattle movement and health Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for cattle management, farm management, and asset tracking; maintenance, repair and updating of computer software; providing a website featuring technical information relating to computer software provided; providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software to enable users to track movement of animals, animal assets, and animal health; providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software to enable users to program, organize and access audio, video, text, multimedia content and third-party computer software programs

37.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING VARIABLE RATE APPLICATION OF APPLICANTS TO DISCRETE FIELD LOCATIONS

      
Application Number 18469737
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-19
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kastl, John
  • Larue, Jacob L.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for providing variable rate application of applicants to discrete field locations. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes a control device having software modules to allow for the execution of irrigation and chemical spray patterns according to specific prescriptions for each crop being sprayed. According to further preferred embodiments, the control device may use data from a variety of image sensors to create a selective, variable rate application of applicants. Using the imaging data, the system of the present invention may use a primary applicant system to broadly deliver a first selected application (e.g. water or the like) and use a separate system to deliver targeted applicants for specific plants or areas of a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
  • A01B 79/00 - Methods for working soil
  • A01C 21/00 - Methods of fertilising
  • A01C 23/04 - Distributing under pressureDistributing mudAdaptation of watering systems for fertilising-liquids
  • G06V 20/10 - Terrestrial scenes

38.

PROSPERA

      
Application Number 232081200
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-22
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
  • 44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services

Goods & Services

(1) Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment, and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields. (1) Providing data and information regarding the repair condition and potential maintenance needs of irrigation equipment. (2) Digital imaging services [photography] of agricultural fields using satellite imagery, aerial imagery, and computer software for purposes of detecting crop health issues and irrigation equipment condition. (3) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for receiving, viewing, managing, and delivering data and images that detail potential crop anomalies and health issues, namely, anomalies and issues relating to under and over watering of crops, crop disease, weed infestation, pest infestation, improper nutrient management or chemical application irrigation rates, weather conditions, in-field variations of topography and soil type, and potential required maintenance or repairs of irrigation equipment; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, crop observing for analysis purposes. (4) Providing agronomic data and information in the field of crop health monitoring.

39.

System and method for detecting and aligning the orientation of an irrigation system within a display

      
Application Number 16924788
Grant Number 11832560
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-09
First Publication Date 2023-12-05
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.
  • Moeller, Mark

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for detecting and aligning the orientation of a displayed irrigation system. According to first preferred embodiment, the method preferably may include the steps of: initializing a controller; polling sensors and initiating the detection of a center pivot location; detecting the position of an outer drive tower; calculating the relative orientation between the center pivot and the outer drive tower; detecting and recording the position of magnetic north; calculating image display data for the irrigation span; transmitting image display data to a display device; displaying the irrigation span at a user selected azimuth and displaying other displayed items at an angle offset from the user selected azimuth; monitoring changes to orientation; recalculating image display data if any orientation change is detected; and retransmitting the image display data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/14 - Digital output to display device
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G06F 3/03 - Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form
  • G01C 17/28 - Electromagnetic compasses

40.

FEARLESS GEAR

      
Serial Number 98287731
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-11-28
Registration Date 2024-11-19
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 35 - Advertising and business services

Goods & Services

Online retail store services, namely, coolers, binoculars, water bottles, flashlights, knives, multi-tools, radios, watches, and towels

41.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT USING MACHINE LEARNING WORKFLOWS

      
Application Number 18351008
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-12
First Publication Date 2023-11-23
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kastl, John A.
  • Larue, Jacob L.
  • Carritt, Andrew
  • Dixon, Joshua M.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method which includes a machine learning module which analyzes data collected from one or more sources such as UAVs, satellites, span mounted crop sensors, direct soil sensors and climate sensors. According to a further preferred embodiment, the machine learning module preferably creates sets of field objects from within a given field and uses the received data to create a predictive model for each defined field object based on detected characteristics from each field object within the field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 13/04 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric involving the use of models or simulators
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G05B 13/02 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric

42.

System and method for detecting span alignment within a mechanized irrigation system

      
Application Number 17183428
Grant Number 11808567
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-24
First Publication Date 2023-11-07
Grant Date 2023-11-07
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Toman, Benjamin J.

Abstract

A string potentiometer attached between spans of an irrigation system. The string potentiometer is mounted on a first span with the measuring cable of the string potentiometer wrapped around a hitch socket or another structural element of an adjacent span. When the two spans move out of alignment, the measuring cable extends out from the potentiometer to wrap around the hitch socket or other structural element of the adjacent span. When the two spans move closer into alignment, the measuring cable retracts within the potentiometer and unwraps from around the hitch socket or other element of the adjacent span.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 7/31 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring angles or tapersMeasuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for testing the alignment of axes for testing the alignment of axes
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

43.

VALLEY

      
Application Number 231278600
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Water pumping stations; water pumps; gearboxes for agricultural irrigation systems. (1) Custom manufacture of pumping stations and irrigation systems. (2) Custom design and engineering of pumping stations and irrigation systems.

44.

Dynamic reversible multi-cross section universal modular driveline coupler

      
Application Number 18206182
Grant Number 12178166
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-06
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Grant Date 2024-12-31
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Santiesteban, Theodore George

Abstract

Apparatus and method for an improved driveline coupler having a reversible saddle thereon which allows it to be configured to work with different sizes and shapes of shafts. The reversible saddle is configured on one side to work with one size of driveline shaft and configured on the opposite side to work with a different size driveline shaft so that, in the field, an operator can modify the driveline coupler from use with a first size of drive shaft to a second size of drive shaft easily and quickly by turning the saddle upside down.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16D 3/46 - Hooke's joints or other joints with an equivalent intermediate member to which each coupling part is pivotally or slideably connected the intermediate member being connected to the coupling parts by ridges, pins, balls, or the like guided in grooves or between cogs each coupling part embracing grooves or ridges on the intermediate member
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • F16D 1/08 - Couplings for rigidly connecting two coaxial shafts or other movable machine elements for attachment of a member on a shaft or on a shaft-end with clamping hubCouplings for rigidly connecting two coaxial shafts or other movable machine elements for attachment of a member on a shaft or on a shaft-end with hub and longitudinal key
  • F16D 1/104 - Quick-acting couplings in which the parts are connected by simply bringing them together axially having retaining means rotating with the coupling and acting only by friction
  • F16D 3/68 - Yielding couplings, i.e. with means permitting movement between the connected parts during the drive with the coupling parts connected by one or more intermediate members comprising elastic elements arranged between substantially-radial walls of both coupling parts the elements being made of rubber or similar material
  • F16D 1/10 - Quick-acting couplings in which the parts are connected by simply bringing them together axially

45.

ONEPASS

      
Serial Number 98181764
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Photographic imaging services by drone; video imaging services by drone; aerial photography for inspection, condition assessment, mapping, maintenance, and engineering purposes Providing professional photo scanning and imaging services via drones using photographic imaging, video imaging, and LIDAR; visual engineering inspection services via drones; providing electronic topographical, geospatial, geotechnical, and engineering data collected from drones; electronic topographical, geospatial, geotechnical, and engineering data automation and collection service via drones; three-dimensional measurement services by drone, aerial photographs, video and measurements for inspection, condition assessment, mapping, maintenance, and engineering purposes; electronic topographical, geospatial, geotechnical, and engineering data collection services

46.

AGFLOW

      
Application Number 1747062
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-07-17
Registration Date 2023-07-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for irrigation scheduling, controlling of irrigation systems, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, and for monitoring, controlling and troubleshooting mechanical and technical issues with irrigation machines. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for irrigation scheduling, controlling of irrigation systems, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, and for monitoring, controlling and troubleshooting mechanical and technical issues with irrigation machines.

47.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE INTEGRATED USE OF PREDICTIVE AND MACHINE LEARNING ANALYTICS FOR A CENTER PIVOT IRRIGATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18295927
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-05
First Publication Date 2023-07-27
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kastl, John A.
  • Kavan, Paul D.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for analyzing sensor data related to an irrigation system. According to a preferred embodiment, the system includes algorithms for analyzing real-time, near real-time and historical data acquired from sensors in communication with a mechanized irrigation machine. Further, the algorithms of the present invention system may analyze collected sensor data to determine if an event has occurred or is predicted to occur. Further, the algorithms of the present invention may provide commands to an irrigation machine and notifications to users. According to further aspects of the present invention, the algorithms of the present invention may preferably apply machine learning and other data analysis tools to detect maintenance patterns, geographic trends, environmental trends, and to provide predictive analysis for future events.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
  • G06N 20/00 - Machine learning
  • H04W 4/02 - Services making use of location information
  • H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
  • G05B 23/02 - Electric testing or monitoring
  • G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors

48.

AGSENSE

      
Application Number 1741687
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-06-16
Registration Date 2023-06-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, equipment, and pumps, monitoring soil moisture conditions and content, and monitoring weather conditions; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data.

49.

AGFLOW

      
Application Number 227728400
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for irrigation scheduling, controlling of irrigation systems, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, and for monitoring, controlling and troubleshooting mechanical and technical issues with irrigation machines. (1) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for irrigation scheduling, controlling of irrigation systems, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, and for monitoring, controlling and troubleshooting mechanical and technical issues with irrigation machines.

50.

PROSPERA

      
Serial Number 98058333
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-06-26
Registration Date 2024-07-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
  • 44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment, and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields Providing data and information regarding the repair condition and potential maintenance needs of irrigation equipment Digital imaging services in the nature of photography services of agricultural fields using satellite imagery, aerial imagery, and computer software for purposes of detecting crop health issues and irrigation equipment condition Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for receiving, viewing, managing, and delivering data and images that detail potential crop anomalies and health issues, namely, anomalies and issues relating to under and over watering of crops, crop disease, weed infestation, pest infestation, improper nutrient management or chemical application irrigation rates, weather conditions, in-field variations of topography and soil type, and potential required maintenance or repairs of irrigation equipment; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, linear irrigators, and flood irrigation systems, and receiving alerts related to pivot maintenance and repair needs; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in monitoring crop health, monitoring soil moisture conditions, and accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, weather and soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for irrigation scheduling, designing irrigation equipment and parts thereof, estimating costs of such equipment and for utilizing and analyzing maps of fields, crop observing for analysis purposes Providing agronomic data and information in the field of crop health monitoring

51.

AGSENSE

      
Application Number 227066500
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in remotely controlling and monitoring irrigation pivots, equipment, and pumps, monitoring soil moisture conditions and content, and monitoring weather conditions; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in accessing data relating to irrigation pivot usage, soil moisture conditions, and crop type, and providing recommendations on where, when and how much to irrigate based on such data.

52.

ENDURAFLEX

      
Application Number 1735439
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-05-09
Registration Date 2023-05-09
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 19 - Non-metallic building materials

Goods & Services

Non-metal traffic delineators in the nature of flexible tubes and posts for use on roads, highways, toll plazas, bike lanes, airports, parking lots, medians, and work zones.

53.

THAT'S THE VALUE WE ADD.

      
Serial Number 98017709
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-05-29
Registration Date 2024-11-12
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Custom manufacturing of support structures, namely, poles and parts thereof for use in utility transmission, utility distribution, lighting, telecommunications and wind energy generation and transmission; custom manufacture of tubing; custom manufacture structural camouflage; galvanizing services; anodizing services, namely, metal treatment services Agribusiness development, agribusiness project management, and agribusiness assistance services in the field of renewable energy, and energy efficiency; consulting services in the field of energy assessment for the purpose of determining energy efficiency or usage management and feasibility studies for renewable energy in the field of agribusiness Construction consulting services in the field of technical planning and technical project management of the installation of solar installations for generating, distributing and supplying electricity from solar energy systems; installation of solar energy systems for agricultural use; maintenance of renewable energy equipment and facilities; painting services; applying protective coatings to metal products, namely, metal poles, monopoles, towers and lighting and traffic structures; consulting services in the nature of construction and installation in the field of building and utility structures, namely, lighting structures, telecommunication structures, utilities structures, metal tubing, support structures, foundations Engineering design, services in the field of building and utility structures, namely, lighting structures, telecommunication structures, utilities structures, metal tubing, support structures, foundations; smart technology consulting and design services in the nature of consulting, design, and installation in the field of lighting structures, telecommunication structures, utilities structures, and support structures; material testing of support structures and tubing; consulting services in the field of design and technology planning in the field of generating, distributing and supplying electricity from solar energy systems

54.

PIM TREE

      
Serial Number 98000368
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair

Goods & Services

Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees, leaves, and branches for use with telecommunication structures; Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees and tree parts that allow telecommunication structures and equipment to blend in with surrounding environments

55.

PIM PALM

      
Serial Number 98000911
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair

Goods & Services

Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees, leaves, and branches for use with telecommunication structures; Artificial plants, other than Christmas trees, namely, artificial trees and tree parts that allow telecommunication structures and equipment to blend in with surrounding environments

56.

MICROFLECT

      
Serial Number 97938165
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-05-16
Registration Date 2024-04-23
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Designing of communication towers

57.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A SOLAR PUMP SYSTEM FOR USE WITHIN A MECHANIZED IRRIGATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18149705
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-01-04
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Stromp, Daniel P.
  • Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention provides a solar power system for use with a mechanized irrigation system. According to a first preferred embodiment, the solar power system of the present includes solar panels which produce DC current which is used to power the irrigation system and to store water in an elevated storage tank. The systems of the present invention selectively use the water stored in the elevated storage tank to provide water pressure to the irrigation system. According to a further preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention preferably converts the power from the solar panels to AC current and uses AC current to power the movement of the irrigation system and other sub-systems.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering

58.

ENDURAFLEX

      
Application Number 226401600
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-05-09
Registration Date 2025-01-17
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 19 - Non-metallic building materials

Goods & Services

(1) Non-metal traffic delineators in the nature of flexible tubes and posts for use on roads, highways, toll plazas, bike lanes, airports, parking lots, medians, and work zones.

59.

VALLEY

      
Serial Number 97892125
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-04-17
Registration Date 2024-05-28
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Water pumping stations for irrigation systems; water pumps for irrigation systems; gearboxes, other than for land vehicles, for agricultural irrigation systems Custom manufacturing of pumping stations and irrigation systems Downloadable electronic newsletters in the field of agriculture and irrigation Providing a website featuring blogs and non-downloadable publications in the nature of articles in the field of agriculture and irrigation; providing online newsletters in the field of irrigation and agriculture via e-mail Custom engineering design of pumping stations and irrigation systems

60.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILTER AND OVERHANG PLUGGING DETECTION

      
Document Number 03233626
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-26
Open to Public Date 2023-04-13
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dixon, Joshua M.
  • Kastl, John

Abstract

A system, method and apparatus for monitoring and providing maintenance updates for irrigation filters. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes one or more load cells at one or more of the mounting feet of an in-line filter to actively measure the increased weight of the filter during irrigation operations. According to a further preferred embodiment, the weight sensor of the present invention may transmit its data to a processing unit, where the weight is compared to one or more stored weight values. Preferably, when the detected weight exceeds a threshold level, the system may trigger notices and/or remedial actions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01C 23/02 - Special arrangements for delivering the liquid directly into the soil
  • A01C 23/04 - Distributing under pressureDistributing mudAdaptation of watering systems for fertilising-liquids

61.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILTER AND OVERHANG PLUGGING DETECTION

      
Application Number US2022044664
Publication Number 2023/059461
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-26
Publication Date 2023-04-13
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dixon, Joshua M.
  • Kastl, John

Abstract

A system, method and apparatus for monitoring and providing maintenance updates for irrigation filters. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes one or more load cells at one or more of the mounting feet of an in-line filter to actively measure the increased weight of the filter during irrigation operations. According to a further preferred embodiment, the weight sensor of the present invention may transmit its data to a processing unit, where the weight is compared to one or more stored weight values. Preferably, when the detected weight exceeds a threshold level, the system may trigger notices and/or remedial actions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01C 23/04 - Distributing under pressureDistributing mudAdaptation of watering systems for fertilising-liquids
  • A01C 23/02 - Special arrangements for delivering the liquid directly into the soil

62.

Miscellaneous Design

      
Serial Number 97882280
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-11
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 35 - Advertising and business services

Goods & Services

Downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for use in providing retail, shopping, and ordering services for agricultural and irrigation parts, equipment, and accessories Online retail and wholesale store services in the field of agricultural and irrigation parts, equipment, and accessories

63.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILTER AND OVERHANG PLUGGING DETECTION

      
Application Number 17952471
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-26
First Publication Date 2023-04-06
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dixon, Joshua M.
  • Kastl, John

Abstract

A system, method and apparatus for monitoring and providing maintenance updates for irrigation filters. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes one or more load cells at one or more of the mounting feet of an in-line filter to actively measure the increased weight of the filter during irrigation operations. According to a further preferred embodiment, the weight sensor of the present invention may transmit its data to a processing unit, where the weight is compared to one or more stored weight values. Preferably, when the detected weight exceeds a threshold level, the system may trigger notices and/or remedial actions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 29/60 - Filters with filtering elements stationary during filtration, e.g. pressure or suction filters, not covered by groups Filtering elements therefor integrally combined with devices for controlling the filtration
  • B01D 35/02 - Filters adapted for location in special places, e.g. pipe-lines, pumps, stop-cocks
  • B01D 29/66 - Regenerating the filter material in the filter by flushing, e.g. counter-current air-bumps
  • B01D 37/04 - Controlling the filtration
  • B01D 35/143 - Filter condition indicators
  • B01D 35/16 - Cleaning-out devices
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01C 23/04 - Distributing under pressureDistributing mudAdaptation of watering systems for fertilising-liquids
  • A01C 23/00 - Distributing devices specially adapted for liquid manure or other fertilising liquid, including ammonia, e.g. transport tanks or sprinkling wagons

64.

CONVERT TECHNOLOGY C

      
Serial Number 97873551
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-05
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Communication and positioning equipment, namely, hardware and instruments comprised of distribution switchboard, power switchboard, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system comprising of receivers of electronic signals, radio receivers, radio transmitters, transmitters of electronic signals, computer hardware, weather sensors, sensors for determining position, motorized electric linear actuators, and metal structures in the nature of foundation posts, torque tubes, saddles, and bearing assemblies for mounting photovoltaic panels, and downloadable computer software for the transmission of data, and the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels

65.

CONVERT

      
Serial Number 97867765
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-03-31
Registration Date 2025-02-04
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Communication and positioning equipment, namely, an apparatus for the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels comprised of distribution switchboard, power switchboard, downloadable computer software for the transmission of data, and the monitoring, operating, and positioning of solar panels, a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system comprising receivers of electronic signals, radio receivers, radio transmitters, transmitters of electronic signals, computer hardware, weather sensors, sensors for determining position, motorized electric linear actuators, and metal structures for mounting photovoltaic panels

66.

LARSON

      
Serial Number 97831304
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-09
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 19 - Non-metallic building materials
  • 26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Metal structures and features, namely, metal poles, metal towers, building panels of metal, and materials disguised natural environments that allow telecommunications structures and equipment to blend in with the surrounding environment. Custom manufacture of simulated natural environments and structural camouflage, namely, custom manufacture of camouflaged telecommunications towers and related parts to disguise such towers. Metal structures and features, namely, telecommunications towers disguised as man-made or natural environments that are designed to blend in with the surrounding environment. Non-metal structures and non-metal features, namely, non-metal utility poles, non-metal structures for concealing telecommunications towers, and non-metal building panels and materials disguised as manmade or natural environments that allow telecommunications structures and equipment to blend in with the surrounding environment. Artificial trees, leaves, branches, vines and plants other than Christmas trees for use with telecommunication structures. Repair, maintenance, and refurbishment of natural and manmade concealment structures used in the telecommunications industry Custom engineering and design of simulated natural environments and structural camouflage, and telecommunication structures that simulate natural environments, namely, camouflaged telecommunications towers and related parts for such towers.

67.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A WORK PLATFORM FOR USE WITH AN UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

      
Application Number 17886629
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-08-12
First Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lahmann, Jacob
  • Chamberlain, Angela R.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system for use with UAVs to allow for mechanical activities at-height on elevated structures. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes multiple tool types which allow for a wide variety of mechanical activities to be performed. As discussed further herein, the present invention further includes methods for introducing mechanical pressure, similar to a person providing a scrubbing or wiping motion. Additionally, the present invention includes methods to tighten, loosen or gauge the security of hardware and a docking system which allows attachment to structures and surfaces so that opposing forces can be applied.

IPC Classes  ?

68.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A WORK PLATFORM FOR USE WITH AN UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

      
Application Number US2022040196
Publication Number 2023/022937
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-12
Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lahmann, Jacob
  • Chamberlain, Angela R.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system for use with UAVs to allow for mechanical activities at-height on elevated structures. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes multiple tool types which allow for a wide variety of mechanical activities to be performed. As discussed further herein, the present invention further includes methods for introducing mechanical pressure, similar to a person providing a scrubbing or wiping motion. Additionally, the present invention includes methods to tighten, loosen or gauge the security of hardware and a docking system which allows attachment to structures and surfaces so that opposing forces can be applied.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
  • G01R 31/08 - Locating faults in cables, transmission lines, or networks
  • B25J 15/00 - Gripping heads
  • H02G 1/02 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables

69.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A GEARBOX EXPANSION CAP AND VALVE ASSEMBLY

      
Document Number 03225132
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-13
Open to Public Date 2023-02-09
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Dillon, Cory J.

Abstract

The present invention teaches a gearbox expansion cap that allows a gearbox unit to breathe to atmosphere while preventing the ingress of water or other materials into the gearbox or gearbox oil. According to a first preferred embodiment, the expansion cap of the present invention includes a pressure relief plug to control gearbox pressures. Additionally, the present invention teaches air channels enclosed within a gearbox casting which mate with air channels provided within the expansion cap to channel air from the expansion cap into the atmosphere.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices

70.

System, method and apparatus for providing a gearbox expansion cap and valve assembly

      
Application Number 17863604
Grant Number 11913536
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-13
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Grant Date 2024-02-27
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Dillon, Cory J.

Abstract

The present invention teaches a gearbox expansion cap that allows a gearbox unit to breathe to atmosphere while preventing the ingress of water or other materials into the gearbox or gearbox oil. According to a first preferred embodiment, the expansion cap of the present invention includes a pressure relief plug to control gearbox pressures. Additionally, the present invention teaches air channels enclosed within a gearbox casting which mate with air channels provided within the expansion cap to channel air from the expansion cap into the atmosphere.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 57/02 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein
  • F16K 17/02 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side
  • F16K 17/18 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on either side
  • F16H 57/027 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for venting gearboxes, e.g. air breathers
  • F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
  • F16H 57/029 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for sealing gearboxes, e.g. to improve airtightness
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

71.

System and method for detecting and removing deflection stresses from irrigation machine spans

      
Application Number 17937806
Grant Number 11723323
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-04
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.
  • Moeller, Mark

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to a system and method for detecting and adjusting the position of an irrigation span. More particularly, the present invention provides a system and method for detecting and removing deflection stresses from irrigation spans caused by corner arm positioning.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/02 - Watering arrangements located above the soil which make use of perforated pipe-lines or pipe-lines with dispensing fittings, e.g. for drip irrigation
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors

72.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A GEARBOX EXPANSION CAP AND VALVE ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number US2022036967
Publication Number 2023/014474
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-13
Publication Date 2023-02-09
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Dillon, Cory J.

Abstract

The present invention teaches a gearbox expansion cap that allows a gearbox unit to breathe to atmosphere while preventing the ingress of water or other materials into the gearbox or gearbox oil. According to a first preferred embodiment, the expansion cap of the present invention includes a pressure relief plug to control gearbox pressures. Additionally, the present invention teaches air channels enclosed within a gearbox casting which mate with air channels provided within the expansion cap to channel air from the expansion cap into the atmosphere.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices

73.

System and method for the integrated use of predictive and machine learning analytics for a center pivot irrigation system

      
Application Number 17946451
Grant Number 11647707
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-16
First Publication Date 2023-01-19
Grant Date 2023-05-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.
  • Moeller, Mark
  • Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for analyzing sensor data related to an irrigation system. According to a preferred embodiment, the system includes algorithms for analyzing real-time, near real-time and historical data acquired from sensors in communication with a mechanized irrigation machine. Further, the algorithms of the present invention system may analyze collected sensor data to determine if an event has occurred or is predicted to occur. Further, the algorithms of the present invention may provide commands to an irrigation machine and notifications to users. According to further aspects of the present invention, the algorithms of the present invention may preferably apply machine learning and other data analysis tools to detect maintenance patterns, geographic trends, environmental trends, and to provide predictive analysis for future events.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
  • G06N 20/00 - Machine learning
  • H04W 4/02 - Services making use of location information
  • H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
  • G05B 23/02 - Electric testing or monitoring

74.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING SPECIALIZED CONTROLLER TO REMOTELY PILOT AN UNMANNED VEHICLE

      
Application Number 17851573
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-06-28
First Publication Date 2023-01-12
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lahmann, Jacob
  • Chamberlain, Angi

Abstract

An apparatus for providing control signals to a remotely piloted unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) which includes a pedal input mechanically connected to a base enclosure using a linkage system which allows for the angular movement of the pedal input. The apparatus further includes a potentiometer which provides a first control signal to a central controller indicating a detected angular position of the pedal. The central controller includes circuitry to translate the received first signal into a control signal which the central controller may transmit to one or more UAVs via a transceiver and antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots
  • G05D 1/10 - Simultaneous control of position or course in three dimensions
  • G05G 1/44 - Controlling members actuated by foot pivoting
  • G05G 5/05 - Means for returning or tending to return controlling members to an inoperative or neutral position, e.g. by providing return springs or resilient end-stops
  • G05G 1/38 - Controlling members actuated by foot comprising means to continuously detect pedal position
  • B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use

75.

POLE ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17942447
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-12
First Publication Date 2023-01-05
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fouad, Fouad Hilmy
  • Schapper, Aaron

Abstract

The present invention provides an improved pole assembly. According to a first preferred embodiment, the present invention includes a first pole section which is formed by an inner shell wall surrounding a hollow inner cavity. According to a further preferred embodiment, the inner shell wall is formed as a first column of a given shape, which is formed of galvanized steel or fiberglass reinforced polymer, and which is surrounded by a center fill layer. The center fill layer is preferably formed of SSC concrete which surrounds the inner shell wall. According to a further preferred embodiment, the present invention preferably further includes an outer shell wall which is formed as a second column of a given shape, which surrounds the center fill layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 1/08 - Tubular products
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 13/02 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material with fibres or particles embedded in it or bonded with it
  • B32B 13/14 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • 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 15/18 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising iron or steel
  • B32B 15/095 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/40 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
  • 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

76.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COMPUTING AND MANAGING THE FLOW RATE WITHIN AN IRRIGATION CORNER ASSEMBLY

      
Document Number 03217140
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-06-14
Open to Public Date 2022-12-29
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moeller, Mark A.
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for calculating the water flow rates applied by corner arm sprinklers. According to a first embodiment, the present invention provides a system and method for controlling and balancing the flow rates of corner arm sprinklers to provide targeted discrete, controlled uniform and non-uniform water distribution rates across a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • G01S 19/51 - Relative positioning

77.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COMPUTING AND MANAGING THE FLOW RATE WITHIN AN IRRIGATION CORNER ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number US2022033354
Publication Number 2022/271479
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-14
Publication Date 2022-12-29
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moeller, Mark A.
  • Thatcher, Tracy, A.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for calculating the water flow rates applied by corner arm sprinklers. According to a first embodiment, the present invention provides a system and method for controlling and balancing the flow rates of corner arm sprinklers to provide targeted discrete, controlled uniform and non-uniform water distribution rates across a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G01S 19/51 - Relative positioning

78.

System, method and apparatus for computing and managing the flow rate within an irrigation corner assembly

      
Application Number 17839620
Grant Number 12052955
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-14
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Grant Date 2024-08-06
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moeller, Mark A.
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for calculating the water flow rates applied by corner arm sprinklers. According to a first embodiment, the present invention provides a system and method for controlling and balancing the flow rates of corner arm sprinklers to provide targeted discrete, controlled uniform and non-uniform water distribution rates across a given field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

79.

OLYMPUS

      
Serial Number 97720732
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Metal poles; support structures, namely, metal poles and scaffolding towers of metal for use in telecommunications Towers for use in telecommunications, namely, telecommunications towers; self-supporting towers and guyed towers for use in telecommunications, namely, telecommunications towers

80.

FORTRESS

      
Serial Number 97719412
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Registration Date 2024-07-16
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal

Goods & Services

Metal structures, namely, platform mounts and monopole mounts in the nature of prefabricated metal platforms for use with monopoles, utility support structures, and telecommunication structures

81.

VALMONT COATINGS CONNECTOR

      
Application Number 1702209
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-10-03
Registration Date 2022-10-03
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for customers to search for galvanizing plant locations, input product and project specifications, check the status and details of galvanizing orders, schedule pick up or delivery of galvanized items and to view information about galvanizing plant locations, hours, capabilities and capacities, and current, future and past projects, and for calculating what galvanizing plant can provide the service.

82.

ENVELOPING WORM GEAR GEARBOX FOR MECHANIZED IRRIGATION MACHINES

      
Application Number US2022029360
Publication Number 2022/245685
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-16
Publication Date 2022-11-24
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention teaches an irrigation motor and gearset which include an enveloping worm drive gearbox for use with a mechanized irrigation machine. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention may include a gearbox which includes a worm drive and a reduction assembly. According to a preferred embodiment, the worm drive preferably includes a worm shaft, a worm, a first gear wheel, and a first wheel shaft. Preferably, the worm shaft and the first wheel shaft are oriented orthogonally to each other. According to a further preferred embodiment, the worm drive of the present invention is preferably a double enveloping worm drive with the worm and the first gear wheel each being throated, mated and fully enveloped gears.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 1/16 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving only two intermeshing members with non-parallel axes comprising worm and worm-wheel
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • F16H 57/039 - Gearboxes for accommodating worm gears
  • F16H 49/00 - Other gearing

83.

ENVELOPING WORM GEAR GEARBOX FOR MECHANIZED IRRIGATION MACHINES

      
Document Number 03216619
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-16
Open to Public Date 2022-11-24
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention teaches an irrigation motor and gearset which include an enveloping worm drive gearbox for use with a mechanized irrigation machine. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention may include a gearbox which includes a worm drive and a reduction assembly. According to a preferred embodiment, the worm drive preferably includes a worm shaft, a worm, a first gear wheel, and a first wheel shaft. Preferably, the worm shaft and the first wheel shaft are oriented orthogonally to each other. According to a further preferred embodiment, the worm drive of the present invention is preferably a double enveloping worm drive with the worm and the first gear wheel each being throated, mated and fully enveloped gears.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 1/16 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving only two intermeshing members with non-parallel axes comprising worm and worm-wheel
  • F16H 57/039 - Gearboxes for accommodating worm gears
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

84.

ENVELOPING WORM GEAR GEARBOX FOR MECHANIZED IRRIGATION MACHINES

      
Application Number 17744808
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-16
First Publication Date 2022-11-24
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention teaches an irrigation motor and gearset which include an enveloping worm drive gearbox for use with a mechanized irrigation machine. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention may include a gearbox which includes a worm drive and a reduction assembly. According to a preferred embodiment, the worm drive preferably includes a worm shaft, a worm, a first gear wheel, and a first wheel shaft. Preferably, the worm shaft and the first wheel shaft are oriented orthogonally to each other. According to a further preferred embodiment, the worm drive of the present invention is preferably a double enveloping worm drive with the worm and the first gear wheel each being throated, mated and fully enveloped gears.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • F16H 1/16 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving only two intermeshing members with non-parallel axes comprising worm and worm-wheel
  • F16H 55/22 - Toothed membersWorms for transmissions with crossing shafts, especially worms, worm-gears

85.

ENVELOPING WORM GEAR GEARBOX FOR MECHANIZED IRRIGATION MACHINES

      
Application Number US2022026881
Publication Number 2022/245522
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-29
Publication Date 2022-11-24
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES INC (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention teaches an irrigation motor and gearset which include an enveloping worm drive gearbox for use with a mechanized irrigation machine. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention may include a gearbox which includes a worm drive and a reduction assembly. According to a preferred embodiment, the worm drive preferably includes a worm shaft, a worm, a first gear wheel, and a first wheel shaft. Preferably, the worm shaft and the first wheel shaft are oriented orthogonally to each other. According to a further preferred embodiment, the worm drive of the present invention is preferably a double enveloping worm drive with the worm and the first gear wheel each being throated, mated and fully enveloped gears.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

86.

System and method for irrigation management using machine learning workflows

      
Application Number 17865858
Grant Number 11868100
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-15
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Grant Date 2024-01-09
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Larue, Jacob L
  • Carritt, Andrew
  • Dixon, Joshua M.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method which includes a machine learning module which analyzes data collected from one or more sources such as UAVs, satellites, span mounted crop sensors, direct soil sensors and climate sensors. According to a further preferred embodiment, the machine learning module preferably creates sets of field objects from within a given field and uses the received data to create a predictive model for each defined field object based on detected characteristics from each field object within the field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 13/04 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric involving the use of models or simulators
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G05B 13/02 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric

87.

PEST AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR USE WITH A CROP IRRIGATION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17862785
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-12
First Publication Date 2022-11-10
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Larue, Jacob L.
  • Burgard, Daniel J.

Abstract

A system and method for determining specific prescriptions for targeted areas/plants within given irrigation areas. According to preferred embodiments, the system may use imaging data in combination with other sensors and analysis modules to identify selected pests and diseases affecting given crops. Preferably, the system may use machine learning/AI modules to analyze the data and to provide targeted prescriptions for targeted groups of identified crops based on identified conditions of infestation and/or disease within the identified crops.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering
  • B64D 1/18 - Dropping or releasing powdered, liquid or gaseous matter, e.g. for fire-fighting by spraying, e.g. insecticides
  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors

88.

MULTI-CORNER IRRIGATION SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE STEERABLE POINTS WITHIN MOBILE IRRIGATION MACHINE AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING THE SAME

      
Document Number 03216152
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-08
Open to Public Date 2022-11-10
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention provides a multi-corner irrigation system having multiple steerable points which can quickly and efficiently irrigated tight corners during irrigation operations. According to an exemplary preferred embodiment, the present invention may preferably include a system for use with a self-propelled irrigation system having at least one span and a drive system for moving the span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the system preferably may include: a main section assembly having one or more interconnected spans supported by one or more drive towers; a first articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; a second articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; and an extension span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the first and second articulating spans are supported by a first drive tower which is steerable and a second drive tower which is steerable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

89.

MULTI-CORNER IRRIGATION SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE STEERABLE POINTS WITHIN MOBILE IRRIGATION MACHINE AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING THE SAME

      
Application Number US2022023942
Publication Number 2022/235376
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-08
Publication Date 2022-11-10
Owner VALMONT INDUSTRIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention provides a multi-corner irrigation system having multiple steerable points which can quickly and efficiently irrigated tight corners during irrigation operations. According to an exemplary preferred embodiment, the present invention may preferably include a system for use with a self-propelled irrigation system having at least one span and a drive system for moving the span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the system preferably may include: a main section assembly having one or more interconnected spans supported by one or more drive towers; a first articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; a second articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; and an extension span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the first and second articulating spans are supported by a first drive tower which is steerable and a second drive tower which is steerable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like

90.

ENDURAFLEX

      
Serial Number 97663546
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-09
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 19 - Non-metallic building materials

Goods & Services

Non-metal traffic delineators in the nature of flexible tubes and posts for use on roads, highways, toll plazas, bike lanes, airports, parking lots, medians, and work zones

91.

SITE PRO 1

      
Application Number 1692711
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-06-09
Registration Date 2022-06-09
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 35 - Advertising and business services

Goods & Services

Online retail store service and catalog order services in the field of telecommunications structures and wireless site equipment, and components, parts, and accessories thereof, namely, safety equipment and accessories for use in servicing telecommunications wireless site structures and equipment, pole top kits, shrouds, mounts and clamps, pole camouflage, cable protectors, cable supports, cable accessories, fiber demarcation panels, fiber distribution panels, load centers, circuit breakers, shroud AC fan kits, DC fan controllers, clamp sets, capstan kits, tower mounts, tower frames, tower reinforcement kits, stand-off mounts, ice shields, cable ladders, monopole mounts, monopole reinforcement kits, rooftop mounts, rooftop cable concealment and support products, step-overs, cable trays and risers, ice bridge kits, equipment racks, cable runway, equipment platforms, struts, tower climbing systems and accessories, tower bracing, broadband towers, boots and panels, grounding kits, grounding tools, grounding accessories, conduit, clips, tape, weatherproofing kits, sealants, galvanizing spray and compounds, cable ties, shrink tubing, antennae and radio concealment socks, and hand tools.

92.

MULTI-CORNER IRRIGATION SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE STEERABLE POINTS WITHIN MOBILE IRRIGATION MACHINE AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING THE SAME

      
Application Number 17715991
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-08
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Kastl, John

Abstract

The present invention provides a multi-corner irrigation system having multiple steerable points which can quickly and efficiently irrigated tight corners during irrigation operations. According to an exemplary preferred embodiment, the present invention may preferably include a system for use with a self-propelled irrigation system having at least one span and a drive system for moving the span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the system preferably may include: a main section assembly having one or more interconnected spans supported by one or more drive towers; a first articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; a second articulated span having an inner end and an outer end; and an extension span. According to a further preferred embodiment, the first and second articulating spans are supported by a first drive tower which is steerable and a second drive tower which is steerable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01G 25/09 - Watering arrangements making use of movable installations on wheels or the like
  • A01G 25/16 - Control of watering

93.

APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING POWER AND PERIPHERAL MOUNTING WITHIN AN IRRIGATION ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17717231
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-11
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Richardson, Kirk

Abstract

The present invention provides the present invention provides a power and data distribution system which includes an adjustable surface for mounting device peripherals such as sensors, lights, solar panels and the like. According to a first preferred embodiment, an exemplary system includes: a distribution cord which includes a power cord and a data cord; and a connection hub which is located along a length of the distribution cord. According to a further preferred embodiment, the connection hub includes a power outlet and a data outlet which are electrically connected to the distribution cord. According to a further preferred embodiment, the present invention further includes a peripheral securing attachment which attaches to an irrigation span and which includes a peripheral rail, a central cord tunnel and a lower securing surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/02 - Installations of electric cables or lines or protective tubing therefor in or on buildings, equivalent structures or vehicles Details
  • H04L 12/10 - Current supply arrangements

94.

SITE PRO 1

      
Serial Number 97650234
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-10-27
Registration Date 2025-02-04
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 13 - Firearms; explosives
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 08 - Hand tools and implements
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

flint spark igniters for welding torches Metal components, parts, and accessories for use in the wireless and telecommunication industry, namely, non- electric cables, guy strand, pipe extensions, clamps, clasps,clips of metal for cables, pipes, tubes, mounting and spacer brackets, shackles for lifting and rigging, screws, nuts, hardware pins, structural joint connectors, connectors for pipes, connectors for cables, couplings of metal for pipes, couplings of metal for cables, fastener kits comprising threaded fastners and chains, anchors, guard barriers for access control, ladders, stairs, handrails, casings, carabiners, threaded metal rods, copper rods, bolts, frames for building and support, shields being armor-plating of metal for building, pulleys other than for machines, galvanized steel plates, copper plates, tinned copper plates, entry panels made of metal for use in installation of cable; cladding of metal for building; metal safety boxes, prefabricated platforms, metal cable ties, metal tie down anchors; metal track structures for supporting cables, metal canopies, hardware in the nature of washers; metal harnesses for load handling; cable support structures of metal, namely, tower reinforcement kits comprising metal structures for supporting telecommunications equipment, cables, connectors for cables, structural joint connectors; scaffolding towers of metal; weld metal, namely, rods of metal for welding Hand tools and implements for use in the wireless and telecommunications industry, namely, crimping wrenches, wire crimpers, handle clamps, tensioning tool, and cable cutting tools; manually operated capstans Components, parts, hardware, and accessories for use in the wireless, telecommunication, and broadcast tower transmission industry, namely, ice shields specially adapted for antennas, grounding lugs being electrical connectors, pipe ground clamps for use only as parts and fittings for coaxial cable and not for non-electric cable or machine use, acoustic conduits, cable covers in the nature of protective sheaths for electrical cables, electrical conduits and plastic conduits for electrical wiring, and ground kits comprising a grounding lug, copper grounding strap, insulated copper wire, butyl electrical tape, electrical tape, and mounting brackets for grounding installations; lightning conductors and lightning protection installations, namely lightning arresters and metal grounding bars; insulated copper wire; insulated tinned copper wire; cables for electrical transmission or signal transmission; electric cables; cable covering panels, cable identification markers, cable junctions, cable ladders, cable outlets, cable struts, cable splices and cable trays, all being specially adapted for electric cables; electric conductors, electric connections, electric couplings, sheaths, terminals and ducting, all being for electric cables; electric cable adaptors, cable attenuators, electric cable connectors, electric relays, and resonators; safety equipment, namely, step bolts, anchors for fall protection, electric safety relays, safety rope systems, safety lanyards for fall protection, safety apparatus for the prevention of accident or injury, safety belts; protective clothing for use in the telecommunications industry, namely, safety gloves, protective industrial footwear and safety headwear being hard hats for the prevention of accident or injury, safety glasses being eyewear, safety goggles, safety harnesses other than for vehicles or sports purposes, safety tarpaulins, safety harnesses, safety helmets; Safety equipment, namely, a lifeline system for horizontal or vertical movement to which a worker is attached for protection against fall hazards, composed of cable grabs, anchors, harnesses, lanyards, carabiners, shock absorbers, and anchorage connectors, for use in the wireless, telecommunication, and broadcast tower transmission industry; Metal components for use in the wireless and telecommunication industry, namely, rooftop mounts, monopole mounts, wall mounts, pole top mounts, side- arm mounts, cable mounts, and chimney mounts being mounting racks for telecommunications hardware; Metal sector frames for mounting antennae; metal antennae supports in the nature of a metal base specially adapted for holding and supporting antennae; mounting racks for telecommunications hardware; Telecommunication towers

95.

System, method and apparatus for irrigation control and data management

      
Application Number 17836043
Grant Number 11700802
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-09
First Publication Date 2022-09-22
Grant Date 2023-07-18
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Ashley E.
  • Anderson, Christopher M.

Abstract

The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for irrigation control and data management. According to a preferred embodiment, an irrigation control system may include a data collection module which receives and stores system data generated by sensors and supporting systems including irrigation, drive, weather, sensor and electrical systems of a mechanized irrigation system. According to preferred embodiments, the system preferably also includes a system control module which transmits system control instructions to system components. Additionally, the present invention also includes a display module which provides a display of graphical user interfaces embedded with system data and selectable control instructions.

IPC Classes  ?

96.

ACCURAIL

      
Application Number 1678833
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-07-05
Registration Date 2022-07-05
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 07 - Machines and machine tools

Goods & Services

Agricultural machinery consist of a sprayer and/or applicator system for precision application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or fertilizers to crops; agricultural machinery, namely, irrigation unit accessories in the nature of toolbars, sprayers, applicators, sensors, optical instruments, and surveying instruments for monitoring crops and for the application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or fertilizers.

97.

AG SOLAR

      
Application Number 018730963
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-07-11
Registration Date 2022-12-30
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Agribusiness development, agribusiness project development, and agribusiness assistance services in the field of renewable energy, and energy efficiency; consulting services in the field of energy assessment for the purpose of determining energy efficiency or usage management and feasibility studies for renewable energy in the field of agribusiness. Construction consulting services in the field of technical planning and technical project management of the installation of solar installations for generating, distributing and supplying electricity from solar energy systems; installation of solar energy systems for agricultural use; maintenance of renewable energy equipment and facilities. Delivery and storage of renewable energy goods. Design and engineering of solar energy systems; Consulting services in the field of design and technology planning in the nature of technology project management of installations for generating, distributing and supplying electricity from solar energy systems.

98.

ACCURAIL

      
Application Number 220479000
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-07-05
Registration Date 2024-03-14
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 07 - Machines and machine tools

Goods & Services

(1) Agricultural machinery consisting of a power-operated sprayer for use with agriculture irrigation systems and equipment for precision application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or fertilizers to crops; agricultural machinery consisting of a power-operated applicator system comprised of power-operated sprayers, and also containing electric sensors, optical reflectors and inspection apparatus, and spray nozzles for use with agriculture irrigation systems and equipment for precision application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or fertilizers to crops.

99.

System, method and apparatus for providing an improved data path within a mechanized irrigation system

      
Application Number 16924520
Grant Number 11368207
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-09
First Publication Date 2022-06-21
Grant Date 2022-06-21
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thatcher, Tracy A.
  • Moeller, Mark

Abstract

The present invention provides an alternative communication path which uses a buried wired and a buried wire oscillator to transmit data between a centrally located pivot panel and an end tower control panel. According to a first preferred embodiment, a pivot panel of the present invention preferably includes a machine controller, a smart relay board, a modem, a guidance controller and a buried wire oscillator. According to a further preferred embodiment, a tower control panel of the present invention preferably includes a tower board controller, a modem, and a data antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04B 7/08 - Diversity systemsMulti-antenna systems, i.e. transmission or reception using multiple antennas using two or more spaced independent antennas at the receiving station
  • H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
  • H01Q 1/52 - Means for reducing coupling between antennas Means for reducing coupling between an antenna and another structure
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
  • H01Q 3/26 - Arrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system varying the relative phase or relative amplitude of energisation between two or more active radiating elementsArrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system varying the distribution of energy across a radiating aperture

100.

Display screen or portion thereof with graphical user interface

      
Application Number 29685888
Grant Number D0954743
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-01
First Publication Date 2022-06-14
Grant Date 2022-06-14
Owner Valmont Industries, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moreira, Hiran Medeiros
  • Burgard, Dan
  • Larue, Jacob L.
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