This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Daniel Industries, Inc.. Active years: 1976.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1976
Title: John A. Plunkett and the Water Envelope Pump and Tank System.
Introduction
John A. Plunkett is an inventor associated with Spring, Texas. His recorded invention addresses the design of a compact pumping system integrated into a tank. Plunkett is listed as having 1 patent and as working at Daniel Industries, Inc.
Latest Patents
Plunkett’s patent, “Water Envelope Pump and Tank System,” describes a flexible water envelope positioned inside a tank, with openings aligned to openings near the tank’s bottom. The openings accommodate the pump, tubing, and a protective pump guard, while seals connect the envelope openings to the tank.
A motor mounted outside the tank drives the internal pump through one of the tank openings. External inlet and outlet piping connects to the envelope through the other opening. This arrangement is designed to create a compact, self-priming system that helps prevent waterlogging and tank corrosion.
Career Highlights
Plunkett’s documented patent work focuses on integrating the pump and water envelope within the tank while keeping the motor externally mounted. His association with Daniel Industries, Inc. provides the available professional context for this invention.
Collaborations
Herbert H. Hodgeman is identified as Plunkett’s coworker. The available information does not specify whether Hodgeman collaborated on the patent.
Conclusion
John A. Plunkett’s patented water envelope pump and tank system combines an internal pump and flexible envelope with an external motor, aiming to provide compact operation while addressing waterlogging and corrosion.
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