DANA FRANCIS BUCCICONE
Pilots at Foxbriar Ln, Goshen, IN
License number
Indiana A0242151
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
836 Foxbriar Ln, Goshen, IN 46526
Professional information
Machine For Forming T-Shaped Tubular Components Using A Forming Material Insert
US Patent:
6151937, Nov 28, 2000
Filed:
Feb 17, 1999
Appl. No.:
9/251687
Inventors:
Dana Francis Buccicone - Goshen IN
Robert J. Polichette - Elkhart IN
Ledford Samuel Stults - Mishawaka IN
Todd Lee Sobieralski - Niles MI
Robert J. Polichette - Elkhart IN
Ledford Samuel Stults - Mishawaka IN
Todd Lee Sobieralski - Niles MI
Assignee:
Amcast Industrial Corporation - Dayton OH
International Classification:
B21D 3908
US Classification:
72 57
Abstract:
A machine for forming T-shaped tubular components comprises a plurality of successive stations. A tubular blank having a forming material insert therein is positioned within a T-shaped die in a first station. A bulge is formed in the blank as force is applied to the ends or runs of the blank and the insert from opposing punches. Once the bulge or outlet of the T-shaped component is formed, a hollow pointed punch is driven through the outlet to open it. All of the punches are removed, the die is opened and the partially formed T-shaped component is transferred to a second station for cleaning. A broach is driven into one of the runs of the component while a punch is driven into the outlet. The forming material in the outlet is driven towards the runs of the component by the punch so that it is carried out the other one of the runs by the broach together with the forming material in the runs. The punch and broach are removed and the component is transferred to a third station for sizing one or more of the ends of the component.
Transition Tee Coupling
US Patent:
7686346, Mar 30, 2010
Filed:
Jul 21, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/491476
Inventors:
Dana F. Buccicone - Goshen IN, US
Larry W. Johnson - Madison CT, US
Larry W. Johnson - Madison CT, US
Assignee:
Elkhart Products Corporation - Langbroek
International Classification:
F16L 41/00
US Classification:
28513321, 2851333, 2851291, 285340
Abstract:
An improved coupling, such as a transition tee coupling, is described having press-connect fittings on the ends and a push-connect fitting on the outlet. The improved transition tee coupling is formed using a reduced-outlet tee having press-connect fittings on all three sockets. An unfinished end of a tailpiece having a push-connect fitting on the opposite end is inserted into the outlet socket of the press-connect tee. The press-connect fitting of the outlet tee is crimped using a special press tool jaw that does not damage the push fitting on the tailpiece.
Press-Connect Fitting With Improved Grab Ring Function
US Patent:
8585100, Nov 19, 2013
Filed:
Jun 18, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/818942
Inventors:
Ledford Samuel Stults - Mishawaka IN, US
Dana F. Buccicone - Goshen IN, US
Randall White - Bristol IN, US
Dana F. Buccicone - Goshen IN, US
Randall White - Bristol IN, US
Assignee:
Elkhart Products Corporation - Langbroek
International Classification:
F16L 13/14
US Classification:
285382, 29508
Abstract:
A fitting assembly for joining two pipes. The fitting assembly includes a fitting having a recess in a distal end for receiving a pipe end. A sealing ring is in the recess to provide a fluid-tight seal after the fitting is pressed. Also, a grab-ring is in the recess having a continuous sharp inner edge to engage an outer surface of the pipe after the fitting is pressed.
Plumbing Valve
US Patent:
5732734, Mar 31, 1998
Filed:
Oct 19, 1995
Appl. No.:
8/545489
Inventors:
Dana F. Buccicone - Goshen IN
Assignee:
Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc. - Rolling Meadows IL
International Classification:
F16K 2704
US Classification:
1374546
Abstract:
A cartridge type valve is provided. In one embodiment, the valve has an off center inlet yet still permits a rotatable engagement between a bonnet and the side walls of the lower portion of the valve cartridge. In another embodiment, post members afford a stop surface for a rotatable stem, a vertical stop for a bonnet member, as well as orientation for a stationary valve element. A right and left-hand conversion is also provided by cross-shaped projections on the end of the stem and slots in a movable valve element.