Valve apparatus for regulating fluids through a pipe

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9315977
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14336470

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Apparatuses manage the flow of fluids, such as, for example, water, through pipes. Specifically, the apparatuses of the present invention create a backward pressure in fluid traversing the pipe, wherein the backward pressure within the pipe provides compression of the fluid effectively compressing entrapped gas bubbles within the fluid, allowing more accurate water meter measurements. The apparatuses comprise spring seats for holding springs therein in alignment, and further comprise conically-tapered apertures for providing improved water flow through the apparatuses. Moreover, the apparatuses of the present invention provide backflow prevention. Systems and methods for managing fluids are further provided.

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GREEN4ALL ENERGY SOLUTIONS INC30 S WACKER DR SUITE 2200 CHICAGO IL 60606

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Gass, Charles Robert Imlay City, US 6 51
Handley, Daniel A Genoa City, US 8 56

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