James E Mcclure

US Patent:

6374835, Apr 23, 2002

Filed:

Feb 29, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/515731

Inventors:

James C. McClure - Norcross GA
Thomas W. McNally - Norcross GA
Francis A. Marks - Atlanta GA
J. Leland Strange - Duluth GA

Assignee:

Chemfree Corporation - Norcross GA
Zymo International, Inc. - Duluth GA

International Classification:

B08B 302

US Classification:

134108, 134111, 134155, 134186, 134169 A, 210610, 435264

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste.

US Patent:

6440226, Aug 27, 2002

Filed:

Aug 8, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/925634

Inventors:

James C. McClure - Norcross GA
J. Leland Strange - Duluth GA
Thomas W. McNally - Norcross GA
Francis A. Marks - Atlanta GA

Assignee:

Zyma International, Inc. - Duluth GA
ChemFree Corporation - Norcross GA

International Classification:

B08B 304

US Classification:

134 10, 134 254, 134 40, 134111, 435264, 210610

Abstract:

Provided is a system for parts washing that includes a fluid that performs a cleaning function and maintains the viability of microorganisms in the fluid that biodegrade the organic matter removed from the parts. âPartsâ include objects such as automotive parts befouled with organic matter and particulate matter. The cleaning fluid includes a surfactant that functions to separate organic waste from the parts being washed. The cleaning fluid is both in a cleaning area and in a housing for microorganisms. A heater, thermostat, and a level control assembly function to maintain the cleaning fluid within a certain temperature range so as to maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms. The fluid recirculates from the microorganism housing to the parts cleaning area.

US Patent:

6451125, Sep 17, 2002

Filed:

Jan 25, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/491227

Inventors:

James C. McClure - Norcross GA
Thomas W. McNally - Norcross GA
J. Leland Strange - Duluth GA

Assignee:

Chemfree Corporation - Norcross GA
Zymo International, Inc. - Duluth GA

International Classification:

B08B 302

US Classification:

134 10, 134 18, 134 254, 435264, 210610

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from tile sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste.

US Patent:

6571810, Jun 3, 2003

Filed:

Aug 4, 1995

Appl. No.:

08/511506

Inventors:

James C. McClure - Norcross GA
J. Leland Strange - Duluth GA

Assignee:

Zymo International, Inc. - Duluth GA
ChemFree Corporation - Norcross GA

International Classification:

B08B 304

US Classification:

134111, 134201, 134110, 210611, 435264

Abstract:

Provided is a âparts washerâ that includes a fluid that performs a cleaning function and maintains the viability of microorganisms in the fluid which biodegrade organic material in contact with a biological component, the parts. âPartsâ include objects befouled with organic material and/or particulate matter. The cleaning fluid includes a surfactant that functions to separate organic waste from the parts being washed. A multi-tiered basin houses the cleaning fluid and the biological component living within the fluid that breaks down organic wastes produced by the cleaning fluid. The multi-tiered basin which forms the mechanical component of the washer, includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter to support microorganisms interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly directs a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin and aerates the cleaning fluid. Recirculation is facilitated by discharge of the cleaning fluid into the basin to flow through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse.

US Patent:

7980257, Jul 19, 2011

Filed:

Oct 13, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/903250

Inventors:

James C. McClure - Norcross GA, US
Thomas W. McNally - Norcross GA, US

Assignee:

Zymo International, Inc. - Fleming Island FL

International Classification:

B08B 3/04

US Classification:

134111, 134201, 210611, 435264

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste.

US Patent:

20020074019, Jun 20, 2002

Filed:

Oct 25, 2001

Appl. No.:

10/055263

Inventors:

James McClure - Norcross GA, US
Thomas McNally - Norcross GA, US
Francis Marks - Atlanta GA, US
J. Leland Strange - Duluth GA, US

Assignee:

Chemfree Corporation and Zymo International, Inc.

International Classification:

B08B003/04
C12S009/00
C12M001/00

US Classification:

134/010000, 134/111000, 134/108000, 435/264000, 435/289100, 210/610000, 134/113000, 134/025400, 134/042000

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste. The cleaning fluid is not toxic to the microorganisms. The pump and conduit assembly, in addition to aiding in the removal of organic waste, functions to aerate the cleaning fluid to maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms. A heater, thermostat, and level control assembly function to maintain the cleaning fluid within a certain temperature range so as to aid in the removal of organic waste and maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms.

US Patent:

20030209262, Nov 13, 2003

Filed:

Apr 4, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/407342

Inventors:

James McClure - Norcross GA, US
Thomas McNally - Norcross GA, US
Francis Marks - Atlanta GA, US
J. Strange - Duluth GA, US

International Classification:

B08B003/00

US Classification:

134/108000, 134/010000

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste. The cleaning fluid is not toxic to the microorganisms. The pump and conduit assembly, in addition to aiding in the removal of organic waste, functions to aerate the cleaning fluid to maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms. A heater, thermostat, and level control assembly function to maintain; the cleaning fluid within a certain temperature range so as to aid in the removal of organic waste and maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms.

US Patent:

20050056304, Mar 17, 2005

Filed:

Sep 22, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/947091

Inventors:

James McClure - Norcross GA, US
Thomas McNally - Norcross GA, US
Francis Marks - Atlanta GA, US
J. Strange - Duluth GA, US

International Classification:

B08B003/00

US Classification:

134010000, 134040000, 134034000, 134025100

Abstract:

Provided is a parts washer that includes a multi-tiered basin, a cleaning fluid and a biological component, living within the fluid, that breaks down organic waste. The multi-tiered basin includes a sink member with a false bottom, and a support grid and filter are interposed between the false bottom and a bottom panel of the sink member. The false bottom, support grid, and filter are readily removable from the sink member. The tank is partially filled with the cleaning fluid and a pump and conduit assembly direct a flow of the cleaning fluid to the basin. The cleaning fluid discharged into the basin flows through a drain hole in the false bottom, through the filter and support grid, and then through a drain hole in the bottom panel of the sink member back into the tank for reuse. The cleaning fluid includes, at least, a surfactant that functions to remove organic waste from the parts being washed. The biological component within the cleaning fluid includes nonpathogenic microorganisms that break down the organic waste. The cleaning fluid is not toxic to the microorganisms. The pump and conduit assembly, in addition to aiding in the removal of organic waste, functions to aerate the cleaning fluid to maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms. A heater, thermostat, and level control assembly function to maintain the cleaning fluid within ascertain temperature range so as to aid in the removal of organic waste and maintain a proper environment for the microorganisms.