Lafayette, LA, United States of America

Kenneth J Boutte

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Pro Line Systems, Inc., Other. Active years: 1998-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenneth J Boutte. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenneth-j-boutte

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 3 

% Patents Active = 66.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 45(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Erath, LA (US) (1998)
  • Lafayette, LA (US) (2005 - 2006)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-2006

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Kenneth J Boutte

Introduction

Kenneth J Boutte is an accomplished inventor based in Lafayette, LA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of oil and gas drilling through his innovative methods for handling and disposing of drill cuttings. With a total of 3 patents to his name, Boutte's work addresses critical environmental concerns associated with drilling operations.

Latest Patents

One of Kenneth J Boutte's latest patents is titled "Method for handling, processing and disposing of drill cuttings." This invention discloses a method and apparatus designed to handle, process, and dispose of drill cuttings removed from the drilling mud of oil and gas well drilling rigs. The apparatus utilizes a shaker to separate drill cuttings from the mud, followed by a conduit that transports the separated cuttings to an extruder. Here, the cuttings are compacted into discrete pellet-like bodies, significantly reducing their volume and the retained fluid volume, including environmentally harmful fluids. Once extruded into pellets, these compacted drill cuttings can be transported to various locations, including offshore dumping.

Another notable patent by Boutte is the "Method for handling and disposing of drill cuttings." This invention also focuses on the handling of drill cuttings from oil and gas well drilling rigs. Similar to his previous patent, it employs a shaker for separation and a conduit for transportation. The separated cuttings are crushed and compacted into uniform pellet-like bodies, which are then filled into collapsible, sealable storage bags for disposal or further handling.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kenneth J Boutte has worked with various companies, including Pro Line Systems, Inc. His experience in the industry has allowed him to develop practical solutions that enhance the efficiency and environmental safety of drilling operations.

Collaborations

Kenneth J Boutte has collaborated with professionals such as Ban D Green, contributing to the advancement of innovative technologies in the oil and gas sector.

Conclusion

Kenneth J Boutte's contributions to the field of drilling technology through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility. His work continues to influence the industry positively, paving the way for safer and more efficient drilling practices.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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