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Piping joint assembly system and method

a technology of piping joints and assembly systems, applied in the field of flush-flow systems, can solve the problems of inability to determine the stability of the quick-fitting fastening connection, and achieve the effect of facilitating the release of tubing

Active Publication Date: 2012-07-12
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Benefits of technology

Enables the efficient and cost-effective connection and disconnection of piping elements, including different materials, without damaging the fittings, reducing labor and manufacturing costs, and allowing for the reuse of fittings, while providing a stable and leak-free seal.

Problems solved by technology

As a result, the stability of the quick fitting fastening connection is not determined, or co-dependent on a plastic retainer, threaded end cap or machined coined retainer.

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[0034]In the push-fit piping joint assembly 10 as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, elements of the joint assembly as shown include: a fitting (i.e., fitting body member) 12 having an inner wall 13 and outer wall 15, a fastening ring 18, two substantially identical sealing members 14, 16 (which can be optionally lubricated) and a release pusher 20. The fastening ring and sealing members together provide one embodiment of a packing arrangement for the present invention, and each has an internal diameter that allows for smooth and snug engagement of a piping or tubing element external surface 24. The fitting 12 is substantially hollow with a pipe receiving opening 100 therein. In one embodiment, the interior diameters of the fastening ring 18 (as measured to the teeth 19 and not the ring cylindrical base) and sealing members 14, 16 are substantially the same, and the interior diameters of the fitting 12 and the release pusher 20 are substantially the same. Further, the interior diameters of the...

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Abstract

A pipe fitting and associated piping joint assembly package allow re-use and repair of push-fit piping fittings and valves without damage to the fitting or valve elements or the pipe, and without coining, gluing or threaded engagement of parts. In one embodiment, the present invention includes a pipe fitting having first and second radial housing elements for receiving one or more sealing members and a fastening ring, respectively. The fastening ring can be a split fastening ring. The split fastening ring and the sealing members provided as part of the present invention are capable of being removed and / or replaced.

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REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application Ser. No. 61 / 473,418, filed Apr. 8, 2011 and entitled “Piping Joint Assembly, System and Method”, and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12 / 981,855, entitled “Piping Joint Assembly, System and Method”, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to fluid flow systems, and more particularly to a push-fit piping joint assembly, system and method that facilitates the repair and re-use of piping system parts without coining or threaded end caps.BACKGROUND OF THE PRESENT INVENTION[0003]Piping systems exist to facilitate the flow of fluids (e.g., liquid, gas (such as air) or plasma). For example, homes, schools, medical facilities, commercial buildings and other occupied structures generally require integrated piping systems so that water and / or other fluids can be circulated for a variety ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): F16L37/091B23P11/00F16L21/02
CPCF16L37/091Y10T29/49826Y10T29/49936F16L37/0915
Inventor CROMPTON, DAVID B.DIAS, LIBARDO OCHOA
Owner QUICK FITTING