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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7410191 | Fuel tank mounting structure in saddle-ride type vehicle Tank mounting pieces are provided in a body frame for a fuel tank mounting structure for mounting a fuel tank to the body frame of a saddle-ride type vehicle. More particularly, an upper rear frame is provided, located under the fuel tank, with a band stay for mount... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7390023 | Motorcycle fuel tank A motorcycle fuel tank according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention includes an upper shell, and a lower shell including a body and fixing portions. The lower shell body is bonded to the upper shell and arranged to define a fuel storage space with th... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7390142 | Underground storage tank access/isolation riser assembly, method, and kit An underground storage tank riser assembly comprises a riser member and at least one riser alignment spacer assembly. The riser member comprises an inferior riser end and an outer riser surface. The outer riser surface at the inferior riser end comprises a plurality... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7338619 | Resin member and method of manufacturing the same A fuel cap 10 maintains high sealing even when subjected to external force; is easy to operate; and requires minimal space for accommodation. The cap device comprises a casing body 20 for closing the filler opening FNb in a sealed condition, a cover | 03/04/2008 |
| 7211307 | Low permeation polymer fuel tank A permeation resistant polymer fuel tank having a multilayer wall that includes a structural layer and a vapor barrier layer. A secondary barrier layer is attached to the multilayer wall wherein the vapor barrier layer and the second barrier layer have a permeation ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7100261 | Liquefied natural gas storage tank Substantially rectangular-shaped tanks are provided for storing liquefied gas, which tanks are especially adapted for use on land or in combination with bottom-supported offshore structure such as gravity-based structures (GBS). A tank according to this invention is... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7090091 | Large volume container for holding liquid media A large-volume container for holding liquid media is composed of two shell-like end parts each having a ring-shaped flat contact surface, and at least one sleeve-like middle part composed of two ring segments and provided with two ring-shaped flat contact surfaces a... | 08/15/2006 |
| 7032628 | Mobile prepressurized diaphragm type fluid storage tank A mobile prepressurized fluid storage tank is disclosed where the compressed air, completely separated from the fluid by a flexible diaphragm, dispenses the fluid under pressure, e.g., into an engine. The prepressurized diaphragm-type fluid storage tank is initially... | 04/25/2006 |
| 7000800 | Storage tank assembly According to the present invention there is provided a storage tank assembly comprising: (i) a storage tank; (ii) support means comprising at least one load bearing reinforcement means extending around and attached to at least a portion of the outer circumference of... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6989198 | Multi-layer structure A multi-layer structure excellent in the barrier properties against alcohol gasoline, particularly hydrocarbon components, and also excellent in the interlayer adhesion, low-temperature impact resistance, heat resistance and chemical resistance is provided. The stra... | 01/24/2006 |
| 6966401 | Sound absorbing device for fuel tank A sound absorbing device is attached to an inside of a fuel tank for alleviating and absorbing sound of liquid accompanied by fuel movement inside the fuel tank. The sound absorbing device includes a screen member formed in a flat bag shape, and small pieces stored ... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6939081 | Fuel dispensing and containment assembly A modular fuel dispensing and containment assembly for storing fuel in at least one fuel tank and for pumping the fuel to a group of fuel dispensers. The assembly has a reinforced concrete vault located underground which contains a fuel tank within its interior. The... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6932233 | Fuel oil tank with evacuation channel A fuel oil tank is comprised of a sealed reservoir having side walls, a top and bottom walls, and opposed end walls. A closable inlet port is provided to admit fuel oil in the reservoir. An outlet port is provided in the bottom wall and is adapted to receive a coupl... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6889865 | Method and apparatus for pressure testing storage tanks A storage tank includes a dome placed over an open end of a riser and secured to the riser by a fiberglass ring formed over a flanged end of the dome and a portion of the riser that is adjacent to the dome such that the interior of the tank may be pressurized to fac... | 05/10/2005 |
| 6866944 | Automobile fuel container material excellent in environment compatibility and automobile fuel container An automobile fuel container material and container has good workability, corrosion resistance of internal and external surfaces and weldability. Excellent environmental adaptability arises from the material being free from the elution of harmful components such as ... | 03/15/2005 |
| 6860398 | Low permeation fittings, low permeation containers utilizing same, and methods for forming same Low permeation fittings and low permeation plastic containers using same are constructed by molding an outer component into the wall of a plastic container while it is being formed. This causes the opening of a passageway in the outer component to be covered with wa... | 03/01/2005 |
| 6858322 | Corrosion-resistant fuel tank A corrosion-resistant coated brass metal coated with a corrosion resistant alloy. The corrosion resistant alloy is a tin metal alloy or a tin and zinc metal alloy. The corrosion resistant metal alloy may also include one or more metal additives to improve the coatin... | 02/22/2005 |
| 6834534 | Fuel storage tank leak prevention and detection system and method A storage tank leak detection and prevention system that detects a breach or leak in the interstitial space of a double-walled fuel storage tank in a service station environment. The interstitial space is placed under a vacuum using a submersible turbine pump that i... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6820762 | High strength rib for storage tanks A rib suitable for use with a storage tank has a “Y” cross sectional shape including a trunk section and branches. Each of the branches includes a substantially flat upper surface for positioning adjacent to a tank wall. The branches together with the tank wall ... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6811891 | Corrosion-resistant coated metal and method for making the same A corrosion-resistant coated brass metal coated with a corrosion resistant alloy. The corrosion resistant alloy is a tin metal alloy or a tin and zinc metal alloy. The corrosion resistant metal alloy may also include one or more metal additives to improve the coatin... | 11/02/2004 |
| 6794060 | Corrosion-resistant coated metal and method for making the same A corrosion-resistant coated brass metal coated with a corrosion resistant alloy. The corrosion resistant alloy is a tin metal alloy or a tin and zinc metal alloy. The corrosion resistant metal alloy may also include one or more metal additives to improve the coatin... | 09/21/2004 |
| 6698610 | Triple walled underground storage tank A triple-walled underground storage tank is provided with primary, secondary and tertiary walls. Between each two adjacent walls, an annular space is provided. The annular space is continuous throughout, and permits the flow of liquid therein. Monitors ma... | 03/02/2004 |
| 6681789 | Fuel tank ventilation system and method for substantially preventing fuel vapor emissions A fuel tank ventilation system and method are provided for substantially preventing fuel vapor emissions without significant increase in tank pressure. The system and method include a flexible bladder within the fuel tank that alternately deflates and inf... | 01/27/2004 |
| 6652990 | Corrosion-resistant coated metal and method for making the same A corrosion-resistant coated brass metal coated with a corrosion resistant alloy. The corrosion resistant alloy is a tin metal alloy or a tin and zinc metal alloy. The corrosion resistant metal alloy may also include one or more metal additives to improve... | 11/25/2003 |
| 6637976 | Underground storage vault A below-grade, modular cast concrete containment vault which contains one or more primary liquid storage tanks. Dispensing pumps and sundry conduits and support equipment are attached to or supported within a cast concrete base cover or a conduit and equi... | 10/28/2003 |
| 6527002 | Apparatus and method for use with a container for storing a substance An apparatus (1) for use with a container (100) for storing a substance. Typically, the substance is a volatile liquid, such as hydrocarbon fuels, alcohol or distilled liquids. The apparatus (1) acts to prevent filling and evaporative losses of the liquid... | 03/04/2003 |
| 6508378 | Polycarbonate resin pellet tank type container and transportation method using the same The tank type container of the present invention comprises a long, horizontally placed, drum-shaped tank 3 and a parallelopiped container frame 5 surrounding the tank 3. The tank 3 is provided with a charging tube 20 at the top of the longitudinal front e... | 01/21/2003 |
| 6474496 | Containment tank assembly A containment tank assembly is provided which includes an inner tank, and an outer vessel with a containment area therebetween. Discharge from the inner tank is provided through a discharge outlet preferably located adjacent the bottom wall of the inner t... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6422413 | Tank vault A liquid container for the above-ground storage of flammable fuels is shown having an inner tank with a bottom surface, side surfaces, and a top surface placed within an outer shell having a bottom surface, side surfaces, and an open top. The bottom surfa... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6401951 | Enclosure system An enclosure system for providing a visual barrier with respect to various objects, including a tank of the type used to store fuel, water and other liquid and gaseous materials. The enclosure system includes an enclosure and a lid covering the enclosure.... | 06/11/2002 |
| 6398057 | Triple walled underground storage tank A triple-walled underground storage tank is provided with primary, secondary and tertiary walls. Between each two adjacent walls, an annular space is provided. The annular space is continuous throughout, and permits the flow of liquid therein. Monitors ma... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6390325 | Portable tank The invention is a tank trailer which can be towed to location. It is generally rectilinear, although the roof slopes at the back end, where the stairs are. The stairs enable the top of the tank to be accessed by personnel without having to clamber over t... | 05/21/2002 |
| 6371323 | Poly-steel double wall tank An improved double wall tank has two or more threaded fittings, with a steel outer tank and a thermoplastic inner tank. The inner tank is formed within the outer tank by rotational molding. The inner tank is bonded to the outer tank in an area of the fitt... | 04/16/2002 |
| 6367648 | Water tank for use on a fire truck A tank contains a liquid while being transported by a moving vehicle. The tank includes a shell having an annular wall interconnecting opposite longitudinal end walls. The annular wall and the end walls define an interior compartment. The shell also has a... | 04/09/2002 |
| 6349873 | Above ground storage tank for holding combustible material and supporting equipment thereon An above ground storage tank for holding combustible material and for supporting equipment thereon, such as an electric power generator, has an inner tank with a bottom wall, opposed side walls, opposed end walls and a top wall preferably formed as metall... | 02/26/2002 |
| 6340269 | Underground storage vault A below-grade, modular cast concrete containment vault which contains one or more primary liquid storage tanks. Dispensing pumps and sundry conduits and support equipment are attached to or supported within a cast cover. The cover is secured to the tanks.... | 01/22/2002 |
| 6286707 | Container for above-ground storage A container for the above-ground storage of flammable fuels has an inner tank which may be rectangular, with a bottom surface, side surfaces, and a top surface, or which may be some other shape, such as cylindrical, placed within an outer shell having a s... | 09/11/2001 |
| 6283320 | Conductive plastic container for volatile liquids A container for volatile liquids, such a gasoline, is made of a conductive plastic material. An electrical connection is made to the container, such as by using a metal hose clamp around the neck of the container (or a threaded stud which is molded into t... | 09/04/2001 |
| 6266928 | Fuel tank sump containment apparatus A sump containment apparatus for a fuel storage tank has a manhole skirt communicating with a sump interior, a bladder seal with a first portion secured in sealing engagement about an opening in the sump, and a second portion disposed about an inner surfa... | 07/31/2001 |
| 6257437 | Above ground storage tank for holding combustible material and supporting equipment thereon An above ground storage tank for holding combustible material and for supporting equipment thereon, such as an electric power generator, has an inner tank with a bottom wall, opposed side walls, opposed end walls and a top wall preferably formed as metall... | 07/10/2001 |
