公开(公告)号：USD414243S

公开(公告)日：1999-09-21

申请号：US085574

申请日：1998-03-26

Applicant: Robert Steingass ,  David J. Kolacz

Designer： Robert Steingass ,  David J. Kolacz

公开(公告)号：US07147062B2

公开(公告)日：2006-12-12

申请号：US11090726

申请日：2005-03-25

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Robert W. Steingass

Inventor： David J. Kolacz ,  Robert W. Steingass

IPC: A62C2/00 ,  A62C25/00

CPC classification number: H02G11/003 ,  A62C31/24

Abstract: A fire fighting monitor includes a stationary element and a rotating element for directing a water stream at variable trajectories. Electrical components, such as drive motors, are mounted on the rotating element and are connected to electrical sources remote from the monitor. A wire management system is provided for the monitor that protects the electrical wiring while accommodating relative rotation between the stationary and rotating elements of the monitor. In one embodiment, the wire management system includes a two-piece wiring skirt with a first portion connected to the stationary element and a second portion connected to the rotating element. The two portions define a circumferential channel and associated openings for passage of a wiring cable. The cable incorporates a 180° bend within the channel that travels around the channel as the cable coils and un-coils within the channels of the two portions.

Abstract translation: 消防监视器包括固定元件和用于以可变轨迹引导水流的旋转元件。 诸如驱动电动机的电气部件安装在旋转元件上并且连接到远离监视器的电源。 为监视器提供线管理系统，其保护电线，同时容纳监视器的固定和旋转元件之间的相对旋转。 在一个实施例中，线管理系统包括两件式接线裙部，其第一部分连接到固定元件，第二部分连接到旋转元件。 两个部分限定了用于通过布线电缆的周向通道和相关联的开口。 电缆在通道内缠绕180°的弯曲部分，作为电缆线圈和通道内的非线圈在通道周围传播。

公开(公告)号：US06354320B1

公开(公告)日：2002-03-12

申请号：US09516281

申请日：2000-03-01

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Stewart McMillan ,  Robert W. Steingass

Inventor： David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Stewart McMillan ,  Robert W. Steingass

IPC: F16K3100

CPC classification number: F16K31/56 ,  A62C31/24 ,  B05B9/01 ,  B05B12/08 ,  F16K31/602 ,  Y10T137/0753

Abstract: A firefighting monitor having an acceleration sensitive shut off valve that responds to acceleration of the monitor to reduce water flow through the monitor. The acceleration sensitive shut off valve is self-contained and requires no contact with an external surface or device. The valve closing speed may be modulated by a dampener device that slows the rate at which the valve closes to avoid damage from water hammer.

Abstract translation: 具有加速度敏感关闭阀的消防监视器，其响应监视器的加速度以减少通过监视器的水流。 加速度敏感关闭阀是独立的，不需要与外部表面或设备接触。 阀关闭速度可以由减振器装置调节，该减震器装置减慢阀关闭的速率，以避免水锤损坏。

公开(公告)号：US06308355B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-30

申请号：US09517395

申请日：2000-03-02

Applicant: Stewart G. McMillan ,  David J. Kolacz ,  Rodney A. Carringer ,  James H. Walker

Inventor： Stewart G. McMillan ,  David J. Kolacz ,  Rodney A. Carringer ,  James H. Walker

IPC: B25F100

CPC classification number: A62B3/005 ,  B25F1/00

Abstract: A multipurpose tool for use by firefighters and emergency personnel. The tool including a spanner wrench claw for turning firefighting hose connections, a wrench slot for turning natural gas valves, a glass-breaking spike, an open slot cutter for cutting seat belts and the like, and a foldable handle having an end shaped to be used as a pry bar.

Abstract translation: 消防员和应急人员使用的多功能工具。 该工具包括用于旋转消防软管接头的扳手扳手爪，用于转动天然气阀的扳手槽，玻璃破碎尖钉，用于切割安全带等的开口槽切割器，以及具有端部形状的可折叠手柄 用作撬棒。

公开(公告)号：US07137578B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-21

申请号：US10746102

申请日：2003-12-26

Applicant: Robert W. Steingass ,  David J. Kolacz

Inventor： Robert W. Steingass ,  David J. Kolacz

IPC: B05B15/08

CPC classification number: A62C31/24 ,  B05B15/652 ,  Y10S285/912

Abstract: A firefighting segmented monitor for redirecting a trajectory of a pressurized fluid discharge towards a target comprises a flowpath with minimum convolutions. The monitor flowpath comprises in series a stationary segment and three rotating segments including a lower segment, a middle segment and an upper segment connected in series each of which comprises a predetermined curvature. The lower segment swivels in one axis about the stationary segment. A nonorthogonal swivel is arranged on each end of the middle segment at the interfaces with the lower segment and the upper segment, and the swiveling of the middle and upper segments are synchronized with a single rotary input to produce an approximately planar elevational motion of the fluid discharge end of the monitor.

Abstract translation: 用于将加压流体排放的轨迹重定向到目标的消防分段监视器包括具有最小卷积的流路。 监视器流路连续地包括固定段和三个旋转段，包括下段，中段和上段，每个段包括预定曲率。 下段围绕固定段旋转一轴。 非正交旋转体设置在与下段和上段的界面处的中间段的每个端部上，并且中部和上部段的旋转与单个旋转输入同步，以产生流体的大致平面的高度运动 放电端的显示器。

公开(公告)号：US5593092A

公开(公告)日：1997-01-14

申请号：US546662

申请日：1995-10-23

Applicant: Stewart G. McMillan ,  David J. Kolacz

Inventor： Stewart G. McMillan ,  David J. Kolacz

IPC: B05B15/06 ,  A62C39/00

CPC classification number: B05B15/061 ,  Y10T137/6925

Abstract: Apparatus including a monitor and a portable ground base comprising a liquid-carrying conduit having an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end is adapted to receive a liquid (such as water) from a supply, and the outlet end is attached to the intake of the monitor. The conduit of the base includes an intermediate portion that is normally close to the support or ground when the ground base is in the normal operating position. Mounted within the conduit is a valve that is movable between a closed position and an open position. The valve is biased toward the closed position by a mechanism including liquid flow through the conduit and a spring. A trip catch is connected between the valve and the conduit for releasably holding the valve in the open position to permit flow through the conduit. A trip is mounted on the ground base and connected to the trip catch, the trip being operable to sense tilting movement of the ground base and to disengage the catch, thereby enabling the valve to move to the closed position and block liquid flow.

Abstract translation: 包括监视器和便携式地面基座的装置包括具有入口端和出口端的液体输送导管。 入口端适于从供应源接收液体（例如水），并且出口端附接到监视器的入口。 基座的导管包括当接地基座处于正常工作位置时通常靠近支撑件或接地的中间部分。 安装在导管内的是可在关闭位置和打开位置之间移动的阀。 阀通过包括流过管道的流体和弹簧的机构朝向关闭位置偏置。 在阀和导管之间连接有行程挡块，用于可释放地将阀保持在打开位置以允许流过管道。 行程安装在地面基座上并连接到行程挡块上，该行程可操作以感测地面底座的倾斜运动并使接头脱开，从而使阀能够移动到关闭位置并阻止液体流动。

公开(公告)号：USRE40441E1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-22

申请号：US10692270

申请日：2003-10-23

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Robert W. Steingass ,  Brian M. Tylisz

Inventor： David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Robert W. Steingass ,  Brian M. Tylisz

IPC: B05B15/08

CPC classification number: A62C31/24 ,  F16L27/023 ,  F16L27/08

Abstract: A pivoting joint with a ball and socket joined by trunnions for use in fluid conduits, particularly firefighting devices such as portable monitors and the like. The pivoting joint can be used on an inlet of the device to provide a pivoting motion for one or more inlet hoses, and/or on the outlet of the device to direct the discharge in one or more directions. An optional one-way brake can be used to limit unintended movement about one or more axis of motion.

Abstract translation: 具有通过耳轴连接的用于流体导管，特别是诸如便携式监视器等消防装置的球窝的枢转接头。 枢转接头可以用在装置的入口上，以为一个或多个入口软管提供枢转运动，和/或在装置的出口上以一个或多个方向引导排放。 可选的单向制动器可用于限制围绕一个或多个运动轴的意外运动。

公开(公告)号：USD456677S1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-07

申请号：US29119565

申请日：2000-03-02

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Rodney A. Carringer

Designer： David J. Kolacz ,  Rodney A. Carringer

公开(公告)号：US06305621B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-23

申请号：US09516076

申请日：2000-03-01

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Robert W. Steingass ,  Brian M. Tylisz

Inventor： David J. Kolacz ,  Ross Mack ,  Robert W. Steingass ,  Brian M. Tylisz

IPC: B05B1508

CPC classification number: A62C31/24 ,  F16L27/023 ,  F16L27/08

Abstract: A pivoting joint with a ball and socket joined by trunnions for use in fluid conduits, particularly firefighting devices such as portable monitors and the like. The pivoting joint can be used on an inlet of the device to provide a pivoting motion for one or more inlet hoses, and/or on the outlet of the device to direct the discharge in one or more directions. An optional one-way brake can be used to limit unintended movement about one or more axis of motion.

Abstract translation: 具有通过耳轴连接以用于流体导管，特别是诸如便携式监视器等的消防装置的球窝的枢转接头。 枢转接头可以用在装置的入口上，以为一个或多个入口软管提供枢转运动，和/或在装置的出口上以一个或多个方向引导排放。 可选的单向制动器可用于限制围绕一个或多个运动轴的意外运动。

公开(公告)号：US5848752A

公开(公告)日：1998-12-15

申请号：US960087

申请日：1997-10-24

Applicant: David J. Kolacz ,  Robert W. Steingass

Inventor： David J. Kolacz ,  Robert W. Steingass

IPC: A62C31/12 ,  B05B7/00 ,  E03C1/08

CPC classification number: A62C31/12 ,  B05B7/0062

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an improved foam aeration nozzle comprising a peripheral jet nozzle, a spray collector which receives the jet and produces a fully filled spray, and an aeration device which agitates and aerates the spray and produces the foam. In use, the peripheral jet nozzle produces an annular cone-shaped spray or sheet of water. A collector is attached to the nozzle, the collector including a tubular wall in the path of the conical spray. The collector further includes an annular obstruction, and the water, as it moves along the wall surface, strikes the obstruction. At least a portion of the water is deflected toward the axis of the nozzle by the obstruction to produce a fully filled spray. An aeration device downstream of the obstruction is located to be impinged by the fully filled spray and to convert the spray to a foam and to discharge the foam on an intended target at a useful distance.

Abstract translation: 本公开涉及一种改进的泡沫曝气喷嘴，其包括外围喷嘴，接收射流并产生完全填充的喷雾的喷雾收集器，以及搅拌和充气喷雾并产生泡沫的曝气装置。 在使用中，外围喷嘴产生环形锥形喷雾或水面。 收集器附接到喷嘴，收集器包括在锥形喷雾的路径中的管状壁。 收集器还包括环形阻塞物，并且当水沿着壁表面移动时，水撞击阻塞物。 至少一部分水被阻塞物朝向喷嘴的轴线偏转以产生完全充满的喷雾。 位于障碍物下游的曝气装置定位成被完全填充的喷雾撞击并将喷雾转换成泡沫，并在有用的距离上将预定目标上的泡沫排出。