A fire-resistant globe valve includes a valve body (110) defining an inlet, an outlet, and a flow path (116). The globe valve includes a valve seat (120) located along the flow path between the inlet and the outlet, a stem (140) including a first end and a second end, and a plug (150) coupled to the second end of the stem. The plug includes a plug body (160) and a seat disc (190). The seat disc is coupled to the plug body. The seat disc is configured to sealingly engage the valve seat in a first closed position. The globe valve includes one or more springs (185) positioned between and engaging the second end of the stem and the plug body. The one or more springs are configured to bias the plug body to sealingly engage the valve seat in a second closed position when the seat disc deforms from exposure to fire conditions.
F16K 17/38 - Safety valvesEqualising valves actuated in consequence of extraneous circumstances, e.g. shock, change of position of excessive temperature
F16K 1/44 - Details of seats or valve members of double-seat valves
A fire-resistant globe valve includes a valve body defining an inlet, an outlet, and a flow path. The globe valve includes a valve seat located along the flow path between the inlet and the outlet, a stem including a first end and a second end, and a plug coupled to the second end of the stem. The plug includes a plug body and a seat disc. The seat disc is coupled to the plug body. The seat disc is configured to sealingly engage the valve seat in a first closed position. The globe valve includes one or more springs positioned between and engaging the second end of the stem and the plug body. The one or more springs are configured to bias the plug body to sealingly engage the valve seat in a second closed position when the seat disc deforms from exposure to fire conditions.
F16K 1/04 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle with a cut-off member rigid with the spindle, e.g. main valves
F16K 1/08 - Special arrangements for improving the flow, e.g. special shape of passages or casings in which the spindle is perpendicular to the general direction of flow
4.
Display screen or portion thereof with animated graphical user interface
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
Goods & Services
(1) Compressed gas fittings made of metal, namely, adapters, bushings, couplers, caps; manifolds of metal; check valves, demand valves, release valves, and shutoff valves of metal;
A breakaway valve for a cryogenic fluid tank includes a tank-side valve and a nozzle-side valve. The tank-side valve is connected to and forms a first vacuum-insulation layer with a first jacketed hose. The first jacket support includes first bellows configured to reduce heat transfer with the first vacuum-insulation layer and one or more first bellow supports that include first teeth inserted between and engaging the first bellows to provide structural support to the first bellows. The nozzle-side valve is connected to and forms a second vacuum-insulation layer with a second jacketed hose. The second jacket support includes second bellows configured to reduce heat transfer with the second vacuum-insulation layer and one or more second bellow supports that include second teeth inserted between and engaging the second bellows to provide structural support to the second bellows.
F16L 37/32 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied
F16L 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain
A breakaway valve for a cryogenic fluid tank is disclosed. A breakaway valve includes a first valve, a second valve, and a breakaway assembly. The first valve defines a through-hole. The second valve defines a counterbore having a primary hole and a major hole. The breakaway assembly is configured to fasten the first valve to the second valve. The breakaway assembly comprises a bushing, a pin, and one or more nuts. The bushing extends through the through- hole, is fixedly coupled to the first valve, and is received by the major hole of the counterbore. The pin extends through the bushing and the through-hole and is fixedly received by the primary hole of the counterbore. The one or more nuts retain the pin in place. The pin breaks apart to decouple the first valve and the second valve when at least a predefined tensile force is applied.
Shut-off valves for cryogenic fluids are disclosed herein. A shut-off valve includes a body that defines void(s) in fluid communication with a valve inlet and a valve outlet. The shut-off valve includes a valve seat defined by the body, a housing connected to the body, and a valve spindle disposed within the housing. The valve spindle includes a seat disc configured to sealingly engage with the valve seat. The shut-off valve includes a buffer composed of a cryogenic temperature resistant material circumferentially surrounding and connected to at least a portion of the valve spindle and slidingly engaged with an internal surface of the housing. The shut-off valve includes a valve actuating member operatively connected to the valve spindle and configured to cause an axial movement of the valve spindle, the seat disc, and the buffer to control a flow of a fluid.
F16K 1/02 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle
F16K 1/48 - Attaching valve members to valve-spindles
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
F16K 41/10 - Spindle sealings with diaphragm, e.g. shaped as bellows or tube
An excess flow valve for cryogenic fluid is disclosed. An example excess flow valve includes a body, a piston plug, and a spring. The body includes a valve seat and an inner body surface that defines an inlet, an outlet, and a chamber. The piston plug is disposed within the chamber. The piston plug includes a plug that is configured to engage the valve seat in a closed position and be disengaged from the valve seat in an open position. The piston plug includes an inner piston surface, an outer piston surface, and an flange that extends from the outer piston surface and defines a flange surface. The flange, the outer piston surface, and the inner body surface at least partially define a spring slot outside of the fluid flow path. The spring is disposed in the spring slot to bias the piston plug toward the open position.
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a coupling nozzle for cryogenic fluid. A nozzle for cryogenic fluid includes a flow body, a flow control assembly, a first linear actuator, and a locking actuator. The flow body defines a conduit. The flow control assembly is at least partially disposed in the conduit of the flow body. The flow control assembly is configured to transition between an open position and a closed position to permit and prevent, respectively, the cryogenic fluid to flow through the flow body. The first linear actuator includes an actuator body and a first shaft. The first shaft is configured to slide between an extended position and a contracted position to transition the flow control assembly between the open position and the closed position, respectively. The locking actuator is for locking the nozzle to a receptacle in an automated manner.
F16L 37/096 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/091 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of a ring provided with teeth or fingers
F16L 37/42 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a lift valve being opened automatically when the coupling is applied the valve having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
F16L 37/47 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a tap or cock
F17C 5/02 - Methods or apparatus for filling pressure vessels with liquefied, solidified, or compressed gases for filling with liquefied gases
Solenoid pilot valves for cryogenic fluid are disclosed. An example valve includes a body defining an inlet side and an outlet side. The valve includes a coil assembly coupled to the body. The valve includes a poppet that is configured to translate between a closed position and an open position. The poppet defines a pilot hole that is configured to fluidly connect a chamber and the outlet side. The valve includes a plunger assembly positioned in the chamber. The plunger assembly includes a first plunger that is positioned such that the coil assembly is configured to cause the first plunger to translate. The plunger assembly includes a second plunger that is slidably coupled to the first plunger. The second plunger is configured to close the pilot hole in a second extended position and is configured to open the pilot hole in a partially retracted position and a second retracted position.
F16K 3/00 - Gate valves or sliding valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closing members having a sliding movement along the seat for opening and closing
F16K 31/06 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
Pressure-relief valves are disclosed. A valve for conveying fluid includes a body, a valve seat, and a valve seat disc. The body includes a plurality of inner surfaces. The valve seat includes a curved outer surface. A first portion of the curved outer surface is configured to contact at least one of the plurality of inner surfaces of the body to secure the valve seat in the body. The valve seat disc is configured to move between a closed position at which the valve seat disc sealingly engages a second outer portion of the curved outer surface of the valve seat and an open position at which the valve seat disc is disengaged from the curved outer surface of the valve seat.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
F16K 17/06 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with special arrangements for adjusting the opening pressure
18.
LOW-EMISSION NOZZLE AND RECEPTACLE COUPLING FOR CRYOGENIC FLUID
A low-emission nozzle and receptacle coupling for cryogenic fluid is disclosed. A nozzle includes a body, a shaft, a poppet eat, and a poppet. The body includes an outer shell, body segment(s), and interior walls sealingly coupled together. At least one of the interior walls is coupled to the outer shell. The interior walls extend longitudinally back-and-forth in a zig-zag pattern to define an elongated conduction path between the chamber and an exterior of the nozzle to impede a heat leak between the chamber and the exterior. The shaft is housed within and slidably extends through the chamber. The poppet is coupled to the shaft and is configured to engage a receptacle poppet when the receptacle is coupled to the nozzle. The poppet is configured to engage the poppet seat in a closed position and be disengaged from the poppet seat in an open position.
F16L 37/244 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is made by inserting one member axially into the other and rotating it to a limited extent, e.g. with bayonet-action the coupling being co-axial with the pipe
F16L 37/35 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the valves having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
F17C 13/00 - Details of vessels or of the filling or discharging of vessels
A combination regulator valve for conveying fluid is disclosed. A valve for conveying fluid includes a body, a bonnet secured to the body, a diaphragm compressed between the bonnet and the body, and a bonnet screw that is ring-shaped and configured to thread into the body to secure the bonnet with respect to the body.
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
F16K 31/126 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a diaphragm, bellows, or the like
G05D 16/06 - Control of fluid pressure without auxiliary power the sensing element being a flexible member yielding to pressure, e.g. diaphragm, bellows, capsule
A pressure relief valve (100) for a cryogenic fuel tank, the pressure relief valve includes a valve body (200) that includes a valve seat (240), defines an inlet (210) and an outlet (220), and at least partially defines a chamber (230). The pressure relief valve includes a poppet (800) that is at least partially housed in the chamber and is configured to slide between a closed position and an open position. The poppet includes a poppet body (820) and a seat disc (870) coupled to the poppet body. The poppet body defines a bleed hole (860) that fluidly connects the chamber to the outlet such that a chamber pressure in the chamber is to equalize with an outlet-side pressure over time when the poppet is in the closed position or the open position. The pressure relief valve includes a spring (700) at least partially housed in the chamber and configured to bias the poppet toward the closed position.
A rapid-connect coupler having an anti-rotation feature is disclosed. A coupler includes a housing, a probe configured to translate longitudinally within the housing, a ball cage, a plurality of balls disposed in the ball cage, and a slidable sleeve coupled to the probe and configured to translate longitudinally with the probe. The slidable sleeve includes a collar that defines a plurality of channels positioned radially about and extending axially along an outer surface. The plurality of channels of the collar are configured to receive bearings of the receptacle to prevent rotation of the coupler relative to the receptacle. To couple the coupler to the receptacle, the slidable sleeve is configured to slide in a longitudinal direction into the receptacle to cause the plurality of channels to receive the bearings of the receptacle and subsequently cause the plurality of balls to lock the coupler to the receptacle.
F16L 37/36 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings with two lift valves being actuated to initiate the flow through the coupling after the two coupling parts are locked against withdrawal
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16L 37/23 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is maintained by means of balls, rollers, or helical springs under radial pressure between the parts by means of balls
F16L 55/07 - Arrangement or mounting of devices, e.g. valves, for venting or aerating or draining
B67D 7/36 - Arrangements of flow- or pressure-control valves
23.
Cryogenic cylinder control system, globe valve, and solenoid valve
Cryogenic solenoid valves are disclosed. A solenoid valve assembly includes a valve body that includes a valve seat. The solenoid valve assembly includes a cartridge mounted to the valve body, a plunger slidably received by the cartridge, and a seat disc holder slidably received by the cartridge. The solenoid valve assembly includes a retainer attached to the seat disc holder such that the retainer and the seat disc holder form a plunger head receiving cavity that houses a head of the plunger. The solenoid valve assembly includes a seat disc attached to the seat disc holder. The solenoid valve assembly includes an electromagnetic coil energizable to cause the solenoid valve assembly to move from a closed configuration in which the seat disc sealingly engages the valve seat and an open configuration in which the seat disc is disengaged from the valve seat.
F16K 1/04 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle with a cut-off member rigid with the spindle, e.g. main valves
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 31/06 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet
A valve actuating assembly A valve actuating assembly for actuating an internal valve between a closed position and an open position is provided. The valve actuating assembly comprises a cam holder stem securely connected to a valve body of the internal valve; a cam holder operably coupled to the cam holder stem; a cam operably mounted to the cam holder; an actuating shaft extending through at least a portion of the valve body, rotation of the actuating shaft causing rotation of the cam holder and the cam; and a locking ring configured to rotatably secure the cam holder to the cam holder stem, wherein the actuating shaft is removably coupled to the cam holder such that the actuating shaft can be removed from the valve body while the cam and cam holder remain coupled to the valve body.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 15/18 - Check valves with actuating mechanismCombined check valves and actuated valves
F16K 31/524 - Mechanical actuating means with crank, eccentric, or cam with a cam
F16K 3/18 - Gate valves or sliding valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closing members having a sliding movement along the seat for opening and closing with flat sealing facesPackings therefor with special arrangements for separating the sealing faces or for pressing them together by movement of the closure members
A two-stage pressure regulator (100) for compressed gas is provided. The two-stage pressure regulator (100) includes a body (110), an upstream piston (200), a seat assembly, and a downstream piston (400). The body (110) defines an inlet (160), an outlet (170), a chamber (120) and an upstream valve seat (164). The upstream piston (200) is slidably positioned in the chamber (120) adjacent the inlet (160). The upstream piston (200) includes a first plug (250) that is configured to engage the upstream valve seat(164) in a first closed position and be disengaged from the upstream valve seat (164) in a first open position. The seat assembly is housed in the chamber (120) and includes a downstream valve seat (340). The downstream piston (400) is slidably positioned in the chamber (120) adjacent the outlet (170). The downstream piston (400) includes a second plug (450) that is configured to engage the downstream valve seat (340) in a second closed position and be disengaged from the downstream valve seat (340) in a second open position.
Shut-off valves for cryogenic fluids are disclosed herein. An example valve includes a valve body defining a flow path and a valve seat, a bonnet coupled to the valve body and defining a bonnet chamber, a plug configured to slide between a closed position, and a stem coupled to the plug. The stem is configured to slide to cause the plug to slide. The valve includes a spindle that includes external threads. The spindle is configured to move along a longitudinal axis of the bonnet as the spindle is rotated about the longitudinal axis via the external threads to cause the stem to slide linearly along the longitudinal axis. The valve includes a pivot ball positioned between and operatively coupled to the stem and the spindle. The pivot ball is configured to translate linear and rotational movement of the spindle into linear movement of the stem and the plug.
F16K 1/02 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle
F16K 1/48 - Attaching valve members to valve-spindles
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
F16K 41/10 - Spindle sealings with diaphragm, e.g. shaped as bellows or tube
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downloadable mobile app being downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for wirelessly connecting to, testing, and monitoring gauges for propane-system components; downloadable mobile app being downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application for providing information relating to valves, regulators, piping and tubing used with propane and anhydrous ammonia
A low-emission nozzle and receptacle coupling for cryogenic fluid is disclosed. An example nozzle includes a body including a front end and a back end and defining a chamber through which the cryogenic fluid is to flow to the receptacle. The nozzle includes a shaft having a first end and a second end. The shaft is housed within and slidably extending through the chamber. The nozzle includes a poppet coupled to the first end of the shaft and an actuator including a stem coupled to the second end of the shaft. The stem is configured to linearly actuate to cause the shaft and the poppet to linearly actuate. The nozzle includes a coupling assembly coupling the actuator to the back end of the body. The coupling assembly includes insulating material to thermally isolate the actuator from the chamber through which the cryogenic fluid is to flow.
F17C 13/00 - Details of vessels or of the filling or discharging of vessels
F16L 37/244 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is made by inserting one member axially into the other and rotating it to a limited extent, e.g. with bayonet-action the coupling being co-axial with the pipe
F16L 37/35 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the valves having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
31.
Cryogenic cylinder control system, globe valve, and solenoid valve
Cryogenic valves are disclosed. A valve for includes a valve body, a valve seat, a gland nut coupled to the valve body, and a lower spindle threadably engaged to the valve body. The lower spindle defines a first bore. The valve includes a seat disc mounted to the lower spindle and configured to engage the valve seat in a closed configuration and be disengaged from the valve seat in an open configuration. The valve includes an upper spindle defining a spring bore. A portion of the upper spindle is received in the first bore to matingly engage the upper spindle to the lower spindle such that rotation of the upper spindle causes rotation of the lower spindle. The valve includes a spring that is at least partially disposed in the spring bore of the upper spindle and is configured to bias the upper spindle to sealingly engage the gland nut.
F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
F16K 1/04 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle with a cut-off member rigid with the spindle, e.g. main valves
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 41/04 - Spindle sealings with stuffing-box with at least one ring of rubber or like material between spindle and housing
Low emission nozzles and receptacles are disclosed. A receptacle includes a main body, a first stem, a first poppet connected to the first stem, a valve seat disposed in the main body, a first spring configured to bias the first poppet to a first closed position, a second stem slidingly engaged to the first poppet and the first stem, a second poppet connected to the second stem, and a second spring configured to bias the second poppet to a second closed position.
A cleaning receptacle for cleaning a fueling nozzle used to transfer cryogenic fluid is disclosed. An example cleaning receptacle includes an outer body. The outer body includes an outer wall that extends circumferentially around a center axis of the cleaning receptacle. The outer wall has a first inner surface. The outer body includes a plurality of locating members extending inwardly from the first inner surface toward the center axis. The example cleaning receptacle includes a flow body. The flow body includes a second inner surface that defines a cavity and a lip at an outer end of the flow body. The example cleaning receptacle includes a spray body disposed at an inner end of the flow body. The spray body includes a spray head that defines a plurality of spray holes configured to spray air through the cavity of the flow body and onto surfaces of the fueling nozzle.
B05B 15/555 - Arrangements for cleaningArrangements for preventing deposits, drying-out or blockageArrangements for detecting improper discharge caused by the presence of foreign matter using cleaning fluids discharged by cleaning nozzles
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B08B 5/02 - Cleaning by the force of jets, e.g. blowing-out cavities
35.
CLEANING NOZZLE FOR CRYOGENIC FLUID FUELING RECEPTACLE
A cleaning nozzle for cleaning a fueling receptacle capable of receiving a separate fueling nozzle for transferring cryogenic fluid from a fueling station is disclosed. An example cleaning nozzle includes a body that defines a cavity. The example cleaning nozzle includes a nozzle head coupled to and extending from a distal end of the body. The nozzle head defines a plurality of spray holes to spray pressurized air onto the fueling receptacle. The example cleaning nozzle includes a blower that defines a blower inlet, a blower outlet, and a blower flow path extending between the blower inlet and the blower outlet. The blower comprises a valve and a lever operatively coupled to the valve. The example cleaning nozzle includes an insert defining an insert flow path that is fluidly coupled to the blower outlet. The example cleaning nozzle includes a connector fluidly connecting the insert and the nozzle head.
B05B 15/555 - Arrangements for cleaningArrangements for preventing deposits, drying-out or blockageArrangements for detecting improper discharge caused by the presence of foreign matter using cleaning fluids discharged by cleaning nozzles
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
(1) Manifolds; pipes; screw connections; bushings; connectors and clamps; valves, regulators, apparatus for filling cylinders with gasses or air; valves made of metal for liquids, gases and air; check valves, excess flow valves and pressure relief valves for liquids, gases and air; manually operated valves and parts therefor made of metal for liquids, gases and air; fueling nozzles; fueling nozzles for liquefied petroleum, gases, cryogenic liquids and fuels;
(2) Pressure regulators and parts thereof for gases, cryogenic liquids, and fuels.
A valve for conveying fluid has a closed position and an open position and comprises a body, a valve seat disposed in the body, a holder disposed in the body, and a valve seat disc. The valve seat comprises one or more inner surfaces and an outer surface, and the one or more inner surfaces define an inner void. The valve seat disc is connected to and movable with the holder between a first position in which the valve seat disc sealingly engages the outer surface of the valve seat and a second position in which the valve seat disc is disengaged from the outer surface of the valve seat. The valve is in the closed position when the valve seat disc is in the first position and the valve is in the open position when the valve seat disc is in the second position.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
F16K 17/06 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with special arrangements for adjusting the opening pressure
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
Manifolds of metal; metal pipes; screw connections in the nature of metal pipe connectors; compressed gas fittings made of metal, namely, bushings of metal; metal pipe connectors and metal clamps; valves of metal, other than parts of machines and apparatus, namely, manually operated metal valves for filling cylinders and tanks with gasses or air; valves made of metal other than parts of machines for liquids, gases and air; valves of metal, other than parts of machines, namely, check valves, excess flow valves and pressure relief valves for liquids, gases and air; non-automatic fueling nozzles; non-automatic fueling nozzles for liquefied petroleum, gases, cryogenic liquids and fuel; all of the foregoing for use in connection with liquefied petroleum, gases, cryogenic liquids and fuels Pressure regulators and parts, namely, pressure gauges, high pressure regulators, low pressure regulators, multi-stage regulators, single-stage regulators, pressure relief valves, pressure compensated valves and pressure relief manifolds for cryogenic liquids and fuel; pressure regulators for filling cylinders cryogenic liquids Pressure regulators and parts, namely, pressure gauges, high pressure regulators, low pressure regulators, multi-stage regulators, single-stage regulators, pressure relief valves, pressure compensated valves and pressure relief manifolds for gases; pressure regulators for filling cylinders with gasses or air
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a coupling nozzle for cryogenic fluid. A coupling nozzle includes a flow body. The coupling nozzle includes a mount, a flow control assembly, and a pneumatic cylinder. The pneumatic cylinder includes a cylinder body and a shaft. The shaft is coupled to and configured to actuate the flow body. The coupling nozzle includes a first locking mechanism coupled to the mount and configured to secure the coupling nozzle to a receptacle in a locked position. When the first locking mechanism is in the locked position, the shaft is configured to actuate the flow control assembly. The coupling nozzle includes a redundant locking mechanism including one or more feet and a lock. The one or more feet are configured to engage the lock to prevent the first locking mechanism from transitioning from the locked position when the shaft is in the extended position.
F16L 37/096 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/091 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of a ring provided with teeth or fingers
F16L 37/42 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a lift valve being opened automatically when the coupling is applied the valve having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
F16L 37/47 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a tap or cock
F17C 5/02 - Methods or apparatus for filling pressure vessels with liquefied, solidified, or compressed gases for filling with liquefied gases
41.
CRYOGENIC CYLINDER CONTROL SYSTEM, GLOBE VALVE, AND SOLENOID VALVE
A cryogenic cylinder control system for regulating fluid within a cryogenic cylinder is disclosed. The system includes a pressure relief and vent module fluidly connectable to a head space above liquid within the cryogenic cylinder, a manual valve module fluidly connectable to the liquid within the cryogenic cylinder and to an external device, a solenoid valve module fluidly connectable to the manual valve module and to the head space within the cryogenic cylinder, a build-up coil fluidly connectable to the manual valve module and to the solenoid valve module, and a controller operatively connected to the solenoid valve module to control fluid flow through the solenoid valve module.
F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 41/04 - Spindle sealings with stuffing-box with at least one ring of rubber or like material between spindle and housing
F16K 1/04 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle with a cut-off member rigid with the spindle, e.g. main valves
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Valves, namely, needle valves, control valves, and check valves for cryogenic liquids and gases and air
(2) Valves, namely, pressure relief valves for cryogenic liquids and gases and air
A breakaway valve for a cryogenic fluid tank is disclosed. An example breakaway valve includes a tank-side valve connected to a cryogenic tank and a nozzle-side valve connected to a nozzle. The tank-side valve includes a tank-side valve body that defines tank-side pin holes. The nozzle-side valve includes a nozzle-side valve body that defines nozzle-side pin holes. The breakaway valve includes pins configured to extend through the tank-side pin hole and the nozzle-side pin hole to securely couple the tank-side valve and the nozzle-side valve together. When the tank-side valve and the nozzle-side valve are decoupled from each other in a breakaway event, the tank-side valve and the nozzle-side valve are in respective closed positions to prevent cryogenic fluid from being emitted.
F16L 29/04 - Joints with fluid cut-off means with a cut-off device in each of the two pipe ends, the cut-off devices being automatically opened when the coupling is applied
F16L 37/32 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied
F16L 59/075 - Arrangements using an air layer or vacuum the air layer or the vacuum being delimited by longitudinal channels distributed around the circumference of a tube
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
An example breakaway valve for a cryogenic fluid tank includes a first valve and a second valve. The first valve includes a first valve body that defines through-holes and notches along a distal edge. The second valve includes a second valve body that defines a first set of blind holes and a second set of blind holes. Shear pins are configured to extend through the through-holes and into the first set of blind holes. The shear pins are configured to shear apart when at least a predetermined axial force is applied. Anti-rotation pins are configured to extend through the notches and into the second set of blind holes. The anti-rotation pins are configured to withstand up to at least a predetermined torsional force to deter the second valve from separating from the first valve prior to at least the predetermined axial force is applied.
F16L 29/04 - Joints with fluid cut-off means with a cut-off device in each of the two pipe ends, the cut-off devices being automatically opened when the coupling is applied
F16L 37/32 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied
F16L 59/075 - Arrangements using an air layer or vacuum the air layer or the vacuum being delimited by longitudinal channels distributed around the circumference of a tube
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
45.
Combination valve for pressure building and final-line gas regulation
A combination valve for pressure building and final-line gas regulation is disclosed. An example valve includes a body defining a first tank port and a second tank port, an outlet port, and a linking chamber fluidly connected to the second tank port. The valve includes a first piston diaphragm at least partially defining a first pressure cavity fluidly connected to the first tank port and a first plug operatively connected to the first piston diaphragm. The first pressure cavity is fluidly connected to the linking chamber when the first plug is in an open position. The valve includes a second piston diaphragm at least partially defining a second pressure cavity fluidly connected to the outlet port and a second plug operatively connected to the second piston diaphragm. The second pressure cavity is fluidly connected to the linking chamber when the second plug is in an open position.
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valves of metal, other than parts of machines, namely, needle valves, control valves, check valves, and pressure relief valves for cryogenic liquids and gases and air
An excess flow valve for cryogenic fluid is disclosed. An example excess flow valve (100) includes a body (200), a piston plug (300), and a spring (400). The body (200) includes a valve seat (246) and an inner body surface (240) that defines an inlet (215), an outlet (225), and a chamber (250). The piston plug (300) is disposed within the chamber (250). The piston plug (300) includes a plug (330) that is configured to engage the valve seat (246) in a closed position and be disengaged from the valve seat (246) in an open position. The piston plug (300) includes an inner piston surface (354), an outer piston surface (352), and a flange (340) that extends from the outer piston surface (352) and defines a flange surface (342). The flange (340), the outer piston surface (352), and the inner body surface (240) at least partially define a spring slot (256) outside of the fluid flow path. The spring (400) is disposed in the spring slot (256) to bias the piston plug toward the open position. The excess flow valve is more effective.
F16K 17/06 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with special arrangements for adjusting the opening pressure
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 31/122 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston
Pressure relief valves for liquid hydrogen tanks are disclosed. An example pressure relief valve includes a valve body defining a chamber. A seat body defines a valve seat positioned within the chamber. A valve disc includes a flange and defines a sealing surface. The valve disc is configured to engage the valve seat in a closed position. A guide includes a first guide end and a second guide end. The first guide end defines a recessed surface that securely receives the flange of the valve disc. A retainer is coupled to the guide and defines an inner ledge. The flange of the valve disc is secured between the inner ledge and the first guide end. A cap is coupled to the valve body within the chamber. A spring extends between and engages the cap and the second guide end to bias the valve disc to the closed position.
F16K 17/06 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with special arrangements for adjusting the opening pressure
A valve actuating assembly is provided that comprises a cam holder positioned within a valve body of an internal valve, a cam operably coupled to the cam holder and configured to engage a valve stem of the internal valve for moving the internal valve between a first position and a second position, and an actuating shaft extending through at least a portion of the valve body, rotation of the actuating shaft causing rotation of the cam holder and the cam, wherein the actuating shaft is removably coupled to the cam holder such that the actuating shaft can be decoupled from the cam holder and removed from the valve body, the cam holder and the cam being configured to remain positioned within the valve body when the actuating shaft is decoupled from the cam holder and removed from the valve body.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 15/18 - Check valves with actuating mechanismCombined check valves and actuated valves
F16K 31/524 - Mechanical actuating means with crank, eccentric, or cam with a cam
F16K 3/18 - Gate valves or sliding valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closing members having a sliding movement along the seat for opening and closing with flat sealing facesPackings therefor with special arrangements for separating the sealing faces or for pressing them together by movement of the closure members
A valve actuating assembly is provided that comprises a cam holder positioned within a valve body of an internal valve, a cam operably coupled to the cam holder and configured to engage a valve stem of the internal valve for moving the internal valve between a first position and a second position, and an actuating shaft extending through at least a portion of the valve body, rotation of the actuating shaft causing rotation of the cam holder and the cam, wherein the actuating shaft is removably coupled to the cam holder such that the actuating shaft can be decoupled from the cam holder and removed from the valve body, the cam holder and the cam being configured to remain positioned within the valve body when the actuating shaft is decoupled from the cam holder and removed from the valve body.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 31/524 - Mechanical actuating means with crank, eccentric, or cam with a cam
52.
Rapid-connect coupler and receptacle having anti-rotation feature
A coupler for connecting a tank to a receptacle includes a housing, a probe configured to translate longitudinally within the housing, and a handle assembly configured to cause the probe to translate within the housing. The handle assembly is movable between a decoupled position, a coupled position, and a venting position. The coupler includes a ball cage, a plurality of balls disposed in the ball cage, and a slidable sleeve coupled to the probe and configured to translate longitudinally with the probe. The slidable sleeve is configured to slide in a first longitudinal direction to cause the plurality of balls to translate radially to lock the coupler to the receptacle. The slidable sleeve includes a collar defining a plurality of channels that are positioned radially and extending axially along the collar and configured to receive bearings of the receptacle in the coupled position and the venting position to prevent rotation.
F16L 37/36 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings with two lift valves being actuated to initiate the flow through the coupling after the two coupling parts are locked against withdrawal
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16L 37/23 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is maintained by means of balls, rollers, or helical springs under radial pressure between the parts by means of balls
F16L 55/07 - Arrangement or mounting of devices, e.g. valves, for venting or aerating or draining
B67D 7/36 - Arrangements of flow- or pressure-control valves
53.
Low-emission nozzle and receptacle coupling for cryogenic fluid
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a low-emission nozzle and receptacle coupling for cryogenic fluid. An example nozzle includes a body defining a chamber through which cryogenic fluid is to flow. The body includes an outer shell that includes an outer shell surface. The nozzle includes a locking assembly configured to securely couple the nozzle to a receptacle. The locking assembly includes an inner sleeve fixedly coupled to the outer shell surface and an outer sleeve extending over and rotatably coupled to the inner sleeve. One or more locking teeth are fixedly coupled to the outer sleeve and configured to be slidably received by respective one or more coupling slots of the receptacle. The one or more locking teeth are configured to rotatably slide within the respective one or more coupling slots to couple the nozzle to the receptacle as the outer sleeve rotates relative to the inner sleeve.
F16L 37/244 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is made by inserting one member axially into the other and rotating it to a limited extent, e.g. with bayonet-action the coupling being co-axial with the pipe
F17C 13/00 - Details of vessels or of the filling or discharging of vessels
F16L 37/35 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the valves having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
54.
LOW-EMISSION NOZZLE AND RECEPTACLE COUPLING FOR CRYOGENIC FLUID
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a low-emission nozzle and receptacle coupling for cryogenic fluid. An example nozzle (1200) includes a body (1240) defining a chamber through which cryogenic fluid is to flow. The body includes an outer shell (1245) that includes an outer shell surface. The nozzle includes a locking assembly (1210) configured to securely couple the nozzle to a receptacle. The locking assembly includes an inner sleeve (1230) fixedly coupled to the outer shell surface and comprising guide extensions (1233) and an outer sleeve (1214) extending over and rotatably coupled to the inner sleeve. One or more locking teeth (1215) are fixedly coupled to the outer sleeve and configured to be slidably received by respective one or more coupling slots of the receptacle. The one or more locking teeth are configured to rotatably slide within the respective one or more coupling slots to couple the nozzle to the receptacle as the outer sleeve rotates relative to the inner sleeve.
F16L 37/244 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is made by inserting one member axially into the other and rotating it to a limited extent, e.g. with bayonet-action the coupling being co-axial with the pipe
F16L 37/252 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is made by inserting one member axially into the other and rotating it to a limited extent, e.g. with bayonet-action the coupling being co-axial with the pipe the male part having lugs on its periphery penetrating into the corresponding slots provided in the female part
B05B 1/00 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means
Disclosed is a shut-off valve (100) for use with cryogenic fluids having a body (110) including a valve inlet (112a), a valve outlet (112d), and one or more internal surfaces (111) that define at least one void (112) in fluid communication with the valve inlet and the valve outlet. The shut-off valve further includes a valve seat (116) defined by the one or more internal surfaces, a housing connected to the body and a valve spindle disposed within the housing and including a seat disc (126a) that engages with the valve seat. A buffer (124) composed of cryogenic resistant material circumferentially surrounds the valve spindle and is slidingly engaged with an internal surface of the housing. The shut-off valve further includes a valve actuating member (140) connected to the valve spindle to cause an axial movement of the valve spindle, valve seat, and buffer to control fluid flow from the valve inlet to the valve outlet.
F16K 1/00 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces
F16K 1/32 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces Details
Shut-off valves for cryogenic fluids are disclosed herein. An example valve includes a valve body defining a flow path and a valve seat, a bonnet coupled to the valve body and defining a bonnet chamber, a plug configured to slide between a closed position, and a stem coupled to the plug. The stem is configured to slide to cause the plug to slide. The valve includes a spindle that includes external threads. The spindle is configured to move along a longitudinal axis of the bonnet as the spindle is rotated about the longitudinal axis via the external threads to cause the stem to slide linearly along the longitudinal axis. The valve includes a pivot ball positioned between and operatively coupled to the stem and the spindle. The pivot ball is configured to translate linear and rotational movement of the spindle into linear movement of the stem and the plug.
F16K 1/48 - Attaching valve members to valve-spindles
F16K 1/00 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces
F16K 41/10 - Spindle sealings with diaphragm, e.g. shaped as bellows or tube
F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
A pressure relief valve assembly is disclosed. The pressure relief valve assembly comprises an inlet manifold, a first pressure relief valve, a second pressure relief valve, and an outlet manifold. The first pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold. The second pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold and parallel to the first pressure relief valve. The outlet manifold is connected to and in fluid communication with the first pressure relief valve and the second pressure relief valve.
F16K 17/10 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with auxiliary valve for fluid operation of the main valve
F16K 27/00 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
A combination regulator valve for conveying fluid is disclosed. The valve comprises a bonnet, a body, a flexible diaphragm, a first spring, and a spindle unit. The spindle unit comprises a pin, a first seat disc, and a seat screw. The bonnet is secured to the body. The flexible diaphragm is compressed between the bonnet and the body. The first spring is disposed in the bonnet. The spindle unit is disposed in the body. The first seat disc is disposed between the pin and the diaphragm. The first seat disc and the pin define a first void. The first spring biases the diaphragm toward the first seat disc. The seat screw is engaged with the body and is slidably engaged with the pin. The seat screw and the pin define a fluid passage in fluid communication with the first void.
F16K 17/30 - Excess-flow valves actuated by the difference of pressure between two places in the flow line acting directly on the cutting-off member operating in one direction only spring-loaded
F16K 31/126 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a diaphragm, bellows, or the like
G05D 16/06 - Control of fluid pressure without auxiliary power the sensing element being a flexible member yielding to pressure, e.g. diaphragm, bellows, capsule
A CO2 low-pressure shut-off system is described. The low-pressure shut-off system may include a low-pressure shut-off valve including a first valve inlet, a second valve inlet and at least one valve outlet, a solenoid valve including a valve inlet, a first valve outlet, and a second valve outlet. The solenoid may be configured to direct a flow of a pressurized gas from the valve inlet into at least one of the first valve outlet and the second valve outlet. The CO2 low-pressure shut-off system further includes a gas monitor electrically coupled to the solenoid valve. The gas monitor may be configured to transmit one of a first signal and a second signal to the solenoid valve to control the flow of the pressurized gas through the solenoid valve.
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
F16K 31/40 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid in which fluid from the conduit is constantly supplied to the fluid motor with electrically-actuated member in the discharge of the motor
60.
CLEANING NOZZLE FOR CRYOGENIC FLUID FUELING RECEPTACLE
A cleaning nozzle (1000) for cleaning a fueling receptacle (4) capable of receiving a separate fueling nozzle (700) for transferring cryogenic fluid from a fueling station is disclosed. An example cleaning nozzle includes a body (1010) that defines a cavity (1070). The example cleaning nozzle includes a nozzle head (1020) coupled to and extending from a distal end of the body. The nozzle head defines a plurality of spray holes (1025, 1026) to spray pressurized air onto the fueling receptacle. The example cleaning nozzle includes a blower (1090) that defines a blower inlet (1092), a blower outlet (1093), and a blower flow path (1091) extending between the blower inlet and the blower outlet. The blower comprises a valve (1097) and a lever (1095) operatively coupled to the valve. The example cleaning nozzle includes an insert (1060) defining an insert flow path (1063) that is fluidly coupled to the blower outlet. The example cleaning nozzle includes a connector (1080) fluidly connecting the insert and the nozzle head.
A cleaning receptacle (800) for cleaning a fueling nozzle (700) used to transfer cryogenic fluid is disclosed. An example cleaning receptacle includes an outer body (810). The outer body includes an outer wall (816) that extends circumferentially around a center axis of the cleaning receptacle. The outer wall has a first inner surface (820). The outer body includes a plurality of locating members (822) extending inwardly from the first inner surface toward the center axis. The example cleaning receptacle includes a flow body (830). The flow body includes a second inner surface (832) that defines a cavity (836) and a lip (838) at an outer end of the flow body. The example cleaning receptacle includes a spray body (860) disposed at an inner end of the flow body. The spray body includes a spray head (862) that defines a plurality of spray holes ()866 configured to spray air through the cavity of the flow body and onto surfaces of the fueling nozzle.
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a coupling nozzle for cryogenic fluid. An example nozzle includes a flow body defining a conduit. The flow body is configured to permit cryogenic fluid to flow through the conduit. The nozzle includes a mounting ring through which the flow body slidably extends and a bushing fixedly positioned adjacent the mounting ring. The bushing slidably receives the flow body in a keyed manner to prevent rotation of the flow body. The nozzle includes a flow control assembly at least partially disposed in the conduit of the flow body. The flow control assembly is configured to permit the cryogenic fluid to flow through the flow body in an open position and prevent the cryogenic fluid from flowing through the flow body in a closed position.
F16L 37/096 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/42 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a lift valve being opened automatically when the coupling is applied the valve having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
F17C 5/02 - Methods or apparatus for filling pressure vessels with liquefied, solidified, or compressed gases for filling with liquefied gases
F16L 37/091 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of a ring provided with teeth or fingers
F16L 37/47 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a tap or cock
A receptacle includes a main body, a stem, a poppet connected to the stem and defining an inner check void, a spring configured to bias the poppet to a closed poppet position, and a check assembly at least partially disposed in the inner check void. The check assembly includes a check and a check spring. The check is configured to move relative to the main body. The check spring is configured to bias the check toward a closed check position. The check has a first surface area and the poppet has a second surface area that is larger than the first surface area of the poppet such that a fluid force causes the check to move to an open check position before causing the poppet to move to an open poppet position.
Systems and methods to facilitate permanently marking a housing component for a fluid control system product is disclosed. The system comprises a first processor, a second processor, and a printer. The first processor is configured to receive fixed information. The second processor is configured to receive the fixed information from the first processor, generate variable information, control a laser engraver to engrave the fixed and variable information into a workpiece, generate an information packet including the fixed information and the variable information, and transmit the information packet to the first processor.
A receptacle for conveying fluid is disclosed. An example receptacle includes a main body defining an inlet and an outlet, a spring retainer disposed in the main body, a valve seat disposed in the main body, and a poppet configured to slide between a closed position and an open position. The poppet is slidably engaged with the spring retainer between the closed position and the open position and is engaged with the valve seat in the closed position. The example receptacle also includes a spring engaged with the spring retainer and the poppet to bias the poppet to engage the valve seat in the closed position. The spring retainer, the valve seat, the poppet, and the spring are removable from the main body via the inlet without disassembling the main body.
F16L 37/40 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a lift valve being opened automatically when the coupling is applied
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
F16K 1/12 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with streamlined valve member around which the fluid flows when the valve is opened
A nozzle for dispensing fluid includes a probe slidably disposed in a main body. The probe has a probe body defining a check sealing surface and a check void. A check assembly is at least partially disposed in the check void, and includes a check configured to move relative to the main body and the probe body. A spring is configured to bias the check to sealingly engage the check against the check sealing surface of the probe body.
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a coupling nozzle for cryogenic fluid. An example nozzle comprises a flow body defining a conduit, an inlet, and an outlet. A pneumatic cylinder is configured to slide between an extended position and a contracted position. The pneumatic cylinder is coupled to and configured to actuate the flow body. A locking mechanism is configured to secure the coupling nozzle to a receptacle. A flow control assembly comprises a valve seat fixed to the flow body adjacent the inlet and a plug configured to slide. When the locking mechanism is locked and the pneumatic cylinder actuates to the extended position, the valve seat is to disengage from the plug to open the flow control assembly. When the locking mechanism is locked and the pneumatic cylinder actuates to the contracted position, the valve seat is to engage the plug to close the flow control assembly.
F16L 37/096 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/42 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in only one of two pipe-end fittings with a lift valve being opened automatically when the coupling is applied the valve having an axial bore communicating with lateral apertures
F17C 5/02 - Methods or apparatus for filling pressure vessels with liquefied, solidified, or compressed gases for filling with liquefied gases
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a coupling nozzle for cryogenic fluid. An example nozzle comprises a flow body defining a conduit, an inlet, and an outlet. A pneumatic cylinder is configured to slide between an extended position and a contracted position. The pneumatic cylinder is coupled to and configured to actuate the flow body. A locking mechanism is configured to secure the coupling nozzle to a receptacle. A flow control assembly comprises a valve seat fixed to the flow body adjacent the inlet and a plug configured to slide. When the locking mechanism is locked and the pneumatic cylinder actuates to the extended position, the valve seat is to disengage from the plug to open the flow control assembly. When the locking mechanism is locked and the pneumatic cylinder actuates to the contracted position, the valve seat is to engage the plug to close the flow control assembly.
F16L 37/127 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members using hooks hinged about an axis
F16L 37/30 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings
F16L 37/36 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings with two lift valves being actuated to initiate the flow through the coupling after the two coupling parts are locked against withdrawal
A valve for conveying fluid has a closed position and an open position and comprises a body (20), a valve seat (70) disposed in the body, a holder (50) disposed in the body, and a valve seat disc (60). The valve seat comprises one or more inner surfaces (73) and an outer surface (71), and the one or more inner surfaces define an inner void (75). The valve seat disc is connected to and movable with the holder between a first position in which the valve seat disc sealingly engages the outer surface of the valve seat and a second position in which the valve seat disc is disengaged from the outer surface of the valve seat. The valve is in the closed position when the valve seat disc is in the first position and the valve is in the open position when the valve seat disc is in the second position.
F16K 17/06 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with special arrangements for adjusting the opening pressure
Distributorship services in the field of valves and regulators for use with liquid propane gas, anhydrous ammonia, liquid natural gas, cryogenic fuels and cryogenic fluids.
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(1) Valves, namely, valves for propane systems, being metal control valves for controlling the flow of gases and liquids;
(2) Pressure and warning gauges for propane tanks which are designed to be applied to existing systems; Gas manifold regulators, manually operated pressure regulators and parts therefor for gases, liquified gases, and cryogenic liquids, namely, pressure gauges, high pressure regulators in the nature of control valves used for regulating the flow of gases and liquids, low pressure regulators in the nature of control valves used for regulating the flow of gases and liquids, multi-stage regulators in the nature of control valves used for regulating the flow of gases and liquids, single stage regulators in the nature of control valves used for regulating the flow of gases and liquids;
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manually operated pressure regulators and structural parts therefore for monitoring and controlling the flow of cryogenic liquids, namely, pressure gauges, high pressure regulators, low pressure regulators, multi-stage pressure regulators, and single-stage pressure regulators gas manifold regulators; manually operated pressure regulators and structural parts therefore for gas and liquefied gas installations, namely, high pressure regulators, low pressure regulators, multi-stage gas regulators, and single-stage gas regulators
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Compressed gas fittings made of metal, namely, metal adapters, metal bushings, metal couplers, and metal caps; metal pipe fittings; manually operated valves and parts therefor made of metal; and related hose and pipe connecting devices and accessories therefor made of metal for the alternative fuel, welding, cryogenic, medical and specialty gas markets.
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Manifolds, pipes, screw connections, bushings, connectors and clamps, manually operated valves and parts therefor made of metal for liquids, gasses and air; fueling nozzles; fueling nozzles for liquefied petroleum gases. Valves, regulators, apparatus for filling cylinders with gasses or air. Gauging devices. Manually operated pressure regulators and parts thereof for gas and cryogenic liquids. Distributorship services for LP gas and anhydrous ammonia valves and regulators.
A CO2 low-pressure shut-off system is described. The low-pressure shut-off system may include a low-pressure shut-off valve including a first valve inlet, a second valve inlet and at least one valve outlet, a solenoid valve including a valve inlet, a first valve outlet, and a second valve outlet. The solenoid may be configured to direct a flow of a pressurized gas from the valve inlet into at least one of the first valve outlet and the second valve outlet. The CO2 low-pressure shut-off system further includes a gas monitor electrically coupled to the solenoid valve. The gas monitor may be configured to transmit one of a first signal and a second signal to the solenoid valve to control the flow of the pressurized gas through the solenoid valve.
F16K 1/00 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces
F16K 7/00 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage
F15B 20/00 - Safety arrangements for fluid actuator systemsApplications of safety devices in fluid actuator systemsEmergency measures for fluid actuator systems
79.
Rapid-connect coupler and receptacle having anti-rotation feature
A rapid connect coupler for connecting a fluid holding tank to a receptacle in a non-rotatable manner can include a housing, a probe configured to translate in a longitudinal direction within the housing, and a handle assembly configured to cause the probe to translate within the housing. The handle assembly can be movable between a plurality of positions corresponding to decoupled, coupled and venting positions. The coupler can also include a slidable sleeve coupled to an outer surface of the probe and configured to translate with the probe in the longitudinal direction, the sleeve including a collar configured to engage the receptacle in the coupled and uncoupled positions to prevent rotation of the coupler with respect to the receptacle when the two components are engaged to one another.
F16L 37/23 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is maintained by means of balls, rollers, or helical springs under radial pressure between the parts by means of balls
B67D 7/36 - Arrangements of flow- or pressure-control valves
F16L 55/07 - Arrangement or mounting of devices, e.g. valves, for venting or aerating or draining
80.
RAPID-CONNECT COUPLER AND RECEPTACLE HAVING ANTI-ROTATION FEATURE
A rapid connect coupler (700) for connecting a fluid holding tank to a receptacle in a non-rota table manner can include a housing (102), a probe configured to translate in a longitudinal direction within the housing, and a handle assembly (130A, 130B) configured to cause the probe to translate within the housing. The handle assembly can be movable between a plurality of positions corresponding to decoupled, coupled (B) and venting positions. The coupler can also include a slidable sleeve (705) coupled to an outer surface of the probe and configured to translate with the probe in the longitudinal direction, the sleeve including a collar (710) configured to engage the receptacle in the coupled and uncoupled positions to prevent rotation of the coupler with respect to the receptacle when the two components are engaged to one another.
F16L 37/12 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members using hooks, pawls, or other movable or insertable locking members
F16L 37/36 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings with two lift valves being actuated to initiate the flow through the coupling after the two coupling parts are locked against withdrawal
81.
Systems and methods to facilitate permanently marking a housing component for a fluid control system product
Systems and methods to facilitate permanently marking a housing component for a fluid control system product is disclosed. The system comprises a first processor, a second processor, and a printer. The first processor is configured to receive fixed information. The second processor is configured to receive the fixed information from the first processor, generate variable information, control a laser engraver to engrave the fixed and variable information into a workpiece, generate an information packet including the fixed information and the variable information, and transmit the information packet to the first processor. The printer includes a third processor configured to receive the information packet from the first processor and print the information packet onto a label.
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11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
Compressed gas fittings made of metal, namely, metal adapters, metal bushings, metal couplers, and metal caps; metal pipe fittings; manually operated valves and parts therefor made of metal; and related hose and pipe connecting devices and accessories, namely, metal hose and cable connectors, and crimping therefor made of metal for the alternative fuel, welding, cryogenic, medical and specialty gas markets Flowmeters; electronic manifold valves for controlling gas; manifold switchover devices, namely, electronic controllers for controlling gas valves Gas delivery systems, namely, gas manifolds and gas manifold assemblies, and accessories therefor, namely, gas regulators; gas manifold regulators
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Cryogenic cylinder control system, globe valve, and solenoid valve
A valve assembly (6000) for use with a valve body (7000) having a valve seat (7112) is disclosed, the valve assembly (6000) comprising: a cartridge (6200) threadably engaged with and extending away from the valve body (7000); a poppet (6500) slidably engaged with the cartridge (6200); a plate (6600) engaged with the poppet (6500); a plunger (6400) slidably engaged with the cartridge (6200) and slidably extending through the plate (6600); and a retainer (6450) captured between the plate (6600) and a surface of the poppet (6500), wherein the retainer (6450) is threadably engaged with the plunger (6400). The valve assembly (6000) can regulate fluid flow.
F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
F16K 1/04 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with screw-spindle with a cut-off member rigid with the spindle, e.g. main valves
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
F16K 41/04 - Spindle sealings with stuffing-box with at least one ring of rubber or like material between spindle and housing
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
Goods & Services
Manually operated valves and parts therefor made of metal for liquids, gases and air; regulating and reducing valves and other metallic valves; Non-automatic fuelling nozzles.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Manually operated valves, namely, needle valves, control valves, check valves, and pressure relief valves and parts therefor made of metal for liquids, gases and air; Non-automatic fueling nozzles.
(2) Regulating and reducing valves, namely, pressure relief valves
A method consistent with the present disclosure may include: (a) equalizing pressure between a nozzle inner void and a receptacle main inner void by pressing a nozzle check against a receptacle check to open the nozzle check and the receptacle check; (b) extending the nozzle into the receptacle such that a receptacle main body surrounds at least a portion of the nozzle probe; (c) flowing fluid from the nozzle inner void into the receptacle main inner void.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Manually operated valves, namely, needle valves, control valves, check valves, and pressure relief valves and parts therefor made of metal for liquids, gases and air; Non-automatic fueling nozzles.
(2) Regulating and reducing valves, namely, pressure relief valves
Valves; pressure valves; regulating valves; regulating valves for gas and cryogenic liquid; valves for control and supply of compressed gas and cryogenic liquid; pressure regulating valve.
(1) Valves; pressure valves; regulating valves; regulating valves for gas and cryogenic liquid; valves for control and supply of compressed gas and cryogenic liquid; pressure regulating valve
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
Goods & Services
Non-automatic fuelling nozzles; nozzles for transferring liquids; liquid natural gas fuelling nozzles; pipes, tubes and hoses, and fittings therefor, including valves, of metal; pipes, tubes and hoses, and fittings therefor, including valves, of metal for fuelling; pipes, tubes and hoses, and fittings therefor, including valves, of metal for transferring fluids; reels of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible hoses; reels of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible fuelling hoses; reels of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible hoses for transferring liquids.
A pressure relief valve assembly is disclosed. The pressure relief valve assembly comprises an inlet manifold, a first pressure relief valve, a second pressure relief valve, and an outlet manifold. The first pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold. The second pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold and parallel to the first pressure relief valve. The outlet manifold is connected to and in fluid communication with the first pressure relief valve and the second pressure relief valve.
F16K 27/00 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
A pressure relief valve assembly is disclosed. The pressure relief valve assembly comprises an inlet manifold, a first pressure relief valve, a second pressure relief valve, and an outlet manifold. The first pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold. The second pressure relief valve is connected to and in fluid communication with the inlet manifold and parallel to the first pressure relief valve. The outlet manifold is connected to and in fluid communication with the first pressure relief valve and the second pressure relief valve.
F16K 17/10 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded with auxiliary valve for fluid operation of the main valve
F16K 27/00 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor
F16K 17/04 - Safety valvesEqualising valves opening on surplus pressure on one sideSafety valvesEqualising valves closing on insufficient pressure on one side spring-loaded
A dielectric regulator comprises a regulator and an inlet group. The inlet group comprises: an inlet nozzle assembly and an inlet fitting. The inlet nozzle assembly comprises: a nozzle, a bushing, a first sealing ring, a second sealing ring, a nut, a first dielectric interface, and a second dielectric interface. The nozzle defines a sealing block void, a funnel void, a first cylindrical void, and a polygonal void. The bushing surrounds the nozzle and compresses the first sealing ring between the nozzle and the bushing. The second sealing ring surrounds the nozzle and compressed via the nozzle and the bushing. The first dielectric interface is ring-shaped and is compressed via the nut and the nozzle. The second dielectric interface is ring shaped and is compressed via the nozzle and the inlet fitting. The inlet fitting defines a central void and is threadably engaged with the nozzle assembly via the nut.
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
G05D 16/06 - Control of fluid pressure without auxiliary power the sensing element being a flexible member yielding to pressure, e.g. diaphragm, bellows, capsule
