Bradley N. Plank
Engineering at Westglen Dr, Dallas, TX
License number
Louisiana PE.0034139
Issued Date
Oct 3, 2008
Expiration Date
Mar 31, 2017
Category
Civil Engineer
Type
Mechanical Engineer
Address
Address
8912 Westglen Dr, Dallas, TX 75228
Professional information
Bradley Plank
Position:
Mechanical & Metallurgical Engineer at Unified Investigations & Sciences, Inc.
Location:
Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Industry:
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Work:
Unified Investigations & Sciences, Inc.
since Jan 2008
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Mechanical & Metallurgical Engineer
A. O. Smith Water Products Company
Nov 1993 - Dec 2007
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Product Safety Manager
Education:
The Ohio State University 1971 - 1975
BSMetE, Metallurgical Engineering
BSMetE, Metallurgical Engineering
Skills:
Spent fourteen years working with warnings and instructions for consumer products, Also worked during that time with fuel gas systems and electric appliances
Control System For A Water Heater
US Patent:
RE37745, Jun 18, 2002
Filed:
Aug 25, 2000
Appl. No.:
09/648587
Inventors:
John H. Brandt - Carrollton TX
Randall T. Meyer - Garland TX
Bradley N. Plank - Dallas TX
Randall T. Meyer - Garland TX
Bradley N. Plank - Dallas TX
Assignee:
AOS Holding Company - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
F22B 3742
US Classification:
122 142, 1224481, 122504, 431 22
Abstract:
A multi-function controller for a water heater is advanced comprising a control panel and a plurality of sensors that monitor a variety of functions that impact the operation of a water heater. A flammable gas sensor, placed in proximity to the air intake, detects the presence of an unsafe concentration of gas and issues a signal to the control panel, which subsequently discontinues the operation of the burners. Detection of a blocked vent pipe is achieved by a carbon monoxide sensor placed near the draft hood. The control panel is equipped with circuitry which monitors usage of the heater for a specified time period to develop a pattern of use. Subsequent to the monitoring period, the controller will activate the burners a predetermined time prior to an anticipated period of high use. During periods of low use, the controller will decrease the temperature to which the water is to be heated, thereby resulting in a more efficient heater. Non-volatile memory records data from the sensors so that the operation status of the heater may be ascertained subsequent to a power outage.
Control System For A Water Heater
US Patent:
5797358, Aug 25, 1998
Filed:
Jul 8, 1996
Appl. No.:
8/677645
Inventors:
John H. Brandt - Carrollton TX
Randall T. Meyer - Garland TX
Bradley N. Plank - Dallas TX
Randall T. Meyer - Garland TX
Bradley N. Plank - Dallas TX
Assignee:
AOS Holding Company - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
F22B 3742
US Classification:
1224481
Abstract:
A multi-function controller for a water heater is advanced comprising a control panel and a plurality of sensors that monitor a variety of functions that impact the operation of a water heater. A flammable gas sensor, placed in proximity to the air intake, detects the presence of an unsafe concentration of gas and issues a signal to the control panel, which subsequently discontinues the operation of the burners. Detection of a blocked vent pipe is achieved by a carbon monoxide sensor placed near the draft hood. The control panel is equipped with circuitry which monitors usage of the heater for a specified time period to develop a pattern of use. Subsequent to the monitoring period, the controller will activate the burners a predetermined time prior to an anticipated period of high use. During periods of low use, the controller will decrease the temperature to which the water is to be heated, thereby resulting in a more efficient heater. Non-volatile memory records data from the sensors so that the operation status of the heater may be ascertained subsequent to a power outage.