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US3602248A
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Termite control system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-10-08
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Granted: 1971-08-31
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Expires: 1989-10-08
Abstract
Abstract A pipe system is laid out according to the floor plan of a structure and is disposed below the structure foundation slab. Pump means communicate with the pipe system to cause circulation of insecticide. The pipe members have apertures formed therein to permit the distribution of insecticide into the ground thereby preventing infestation by termites.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard C Peacock
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 12:59
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01M; A01M1/00; A01M1/24; A01M1/245; A01M2200/00; A01M2200/01; A01M2200/011; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/6851; Y10T137/6966; Y10T137/6969
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
53 words
A pipe system for infusing insecticide under the foundation slab of a structure comprising pipe means laid adjacent the underside of the structure in a pattern generally limited to the areas adjacent to the weight-bearing walls of the structure, said pipe means including aperture means for discharging the insecticide and preventing unidirectional clogging.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
53 words
A pipe system for infusing insecticide under the foundation slab of a structure comprising pipe means laid adjacent the underside of the structure in a pattern generally limited to the areas adjacent to the weight-bearing walls of the structure, said pipe means including aperture means for discharging the insecticide and preventing unidirectional clogging.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 wherein said aperture means includes a series of spiral-shaped openings formed in said pipe means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The structure set forth in claim 1 wherein said pipe means is prefabricated in a pattern corresponding to areas adjacent to the weight-bearing walls of the structure.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-08-30 | 1975-03-01 | 1975-08-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-08-30 | 1979-03-01 | 1979-08-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-08-30 | 1983-03-01 | 1983-08-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |