Fluid handling – Line condition change responsive valves – Direct response valves
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-05
2011-07-05
Rivell, John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Line condition change responsive valves
Direct response valves
C137S533210, C137S533310, C251S357000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07971605
ABSTRACT:
An air admittance vent diaphragm assembly is disclosed. The assembly comprises a base, an annular retainer ring, and an annular malleable washer. The base has an annular portion and a stem extending orthogonally from the center of the annular portion. The annular retainer ring includes a circumferential skirt engaged with an outer perimeter of the annular portion of the base, with the stem extending beyond the annular retainer ring. The annular malleable washer is disposed between the annular retainer ring and the annular portion of the base.
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Ayrlett Air Valve Company, LLC
Foley & Lardner LLP
Rivell John
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