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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7886761 | Non-interruptible meter change out apparatus A method and apparatus for non-interruptible change out of a gas meter utilizing the meter set assembly swivel connections to create a bypass of the meter. The apparatus is machined to conform to the swivel and the threads of the meter inlet and outlet. A clamping m... | 02/15/2011 |
| 7584765 | Meter bar Potential leakage points are avoided, mishandling or loss of loose, unattached parts minimized and installation in tight places facilitated by a meter bar of elongated cast metal structure having a central bar, an outlet conduit section and an inlet conduit section,... | 09/08/2009 |
| 7360554 | Integrated gas meter bar device and locking shut-off valve A control valve assembly and for a gas delivery system is disclosed comprising a valve housing and piping combination adapted to mate with a gas meter outlet, the valve including a main inlet and an auxiliary inlet for bypassing the main inlet, and a poppet disposed... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7347219 | Meter bar and metering system A meter bar and meter bar system are provided for directing a fluid. The meter bar includes a first portion, a second portion and a bypass path extending between the first and second portions. The first portion includes a first service port, a first meter port and a... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7281545 | Height and accessory adaptable meter setter A unitary water meter setter, preferably provided in an integral brass casting, has a continuous inlet pipe having an inwardly extending inlet service leg with a threaded end, and an inlet meter support leg extending upwardly with respect thereto to a threaded meter... | 10/16/2007 |
| 7152621 | Integrated gas meters bar device and locking shut-off valve A control valve assembly and for a gas delivery system is disclosed comprising a valve housing and piping combination adapted to mate with a gas meter outlet, the valve including a main inlet and an auxiliary inlet for bypassing the main inlet, and a poppet disposed... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7088239 | Method and apparatus for all-purpose, automatic remote utility meter reading, utility shut off, and hazard warning and correction Apparatus for routine monitoring and automatic reporting of electrical power and gas utility usage also provides means for detecting and reporting to the relevant utility companies, fire department, and other emergency responders the development of local hazards on ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 6860164 | Meter installation system A meter installation system has a hollow support arm with a first end and a second end and a central vertical portion there between. A retention device has a vertical slit defining a first edge and a second edge. A coupling bar lies adjacent to the first edge. A swi... | 03/01/2005 |
| 6832623 | Gas meter valve and method Disclosed is a gas meter valve for connection to an outlet of a gas meter and a method for its use. The gas meter valve comprises a valve inlet coupleable to the meter outlet, a valve outlet coupleable to piping for supplying gas to a customer and a valve body coupl... | 12/21/2004 |
| 6712086 | Above ground meter box An above ground meter box comprising a housing, a removable housing cap, openings on the housing, an adapter pipe, a meter, a annular ring and tubing. A below-ground annular ring is located on the bottom of the housing. A removable housing cap is attached to the top... | 03/30/2004 |
| 6705340 | Emergency gas and electricity shutoff apparatus and control system A gas meter installation including gas supply plumbing and point of use plumbing will have a gas meter therebetween. A valve can be installed with the gas meter for shutting off the flow of gas to the point of use. This valve is preferably a gate valve mounted with ... | 03/16/2004 |
| 6648009 | Tamper-proof ball valve A tamper-resistant by-pass valve prevents an unauthorized user from tampering with the valve when it is in the closed position to block gas flow to a meter being replaced or repaired.... | 11/18/2003 |
| 6588447 | Break-away water meter register retaining ring A break-away ring manufactured from a frangible material and removably received by a water meter of the type used to measure the volume of water consumed by a residence or a commercial facility. The break-away ring applies a holding pressure for retaining... | 07/08/2003 |
| 5992439 | Interface apparatus for adapting a gas flow valve to a gas meter A gas flow valve is adapted to mimic an existing plumbing arrangement between the gas flow meter 10 and inlet and outlet plumbing at a point of use. By providing a similar arrangement of mating parts and union nuts, the gas flow valve 20 can be easily and... | 11/30/1999 |
| 5934304 | Apparatus and method for gas meter bypass A gas meter bypass apparatus and method for removing a gas meter from operation for service or replacement and placing the meter back into service without interrupting the flow of gas to the user. The apparatus connects to a standard tee which is utilized... | 08/10/1999 |
| 5918624 | Gas meter quick change meter bar The present invention is a method and a means of changing gas meters without interrupting gas service. The present invention is a gas meter quick change meter bar that includes a supply pipe connected to a mount bar that attaches for support to the gas me... | 07/06/1999 |
| 5501331 | Gas service line completion kit and method of fabrication and installation A gas service line field completion kit for providing a service line connection through a gas meter between a gas distribution main and a gas service inlet pipe fitting spaced a predetermined distance from the main. The kit is characterized by forming an ... | 03/26/1996 |
| 4962784 | Top break valve device and system A valve device for use in a gas flow system which has a gas meter connected to a supply line. The valve device is especially made to break the threads of a riser pipe nipple that is screwed into the top outlet end. The valve device has an annular shoulder... | 10/16/1990 |
| 4691727 | Flow conditioning device resetter assembly An assembly is described for securing a flow conditioning device such as a water meter between fittings of a fluid conduit along with another conditioning device such as a backflow preventer. The assembly includes a manifold including two fluid passageway... | 09/08/1987 |
| 4532688 | Method and apparatus for servicing fluid meters A fluid measuring device such as a gas meter may be disconnected from its associated inlet and outlet conduits and may either be replaced or serviced without replacement without interrupting service to a point of use by enclosing the meter to be replaced ... | 08/06/1985 |
| 4503880 | Fluid distribution lockout apparatus A lockout device for a consumer gas supply includes a swivel pipe having an intermediate angulated section having a swivel connector at one end and a threaded connection at the opposite end. The swivel pipe is connected to the gas meter. An expandable plu... | 03/12/1985 |
| 4327760 | Non-interrupting gas meter exchange system A method and apparatus for exchanging a gas meter without interrupting customer service. The apparatus preferably comprises a rigid frame for temporarily securing a meter to be exchanged independently of its mounting nuts, and an isolating enclosure adapt... | 05/04/1982 |
| 3946754 | Gas meter disconnect device Disclosed in an apparatus and method for changing or replacing domestic or residential-type gas meters without interrupting the gas supply to the service line downstream of the meter and obviating the necessity of shutting off the gas water heater, furnac... | 03/30/1976 |
