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James E Braatz

from Milwaukee, WI
Age ~64
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Also known as:
Jim Braatz, James Braarz
Phone and address:
5551 N 41St St, Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 763-7764
Related to:
Christi Braatz, 38Kari E Braatz, 28Laurie A Braatz, 68James J Schwartz, 63Adam P Braatz, 34Paul Salvo, 63Michelle Diraimo, 63Laurie A Salvo, 63Jill M Braatz, 61Meghan J Braatz, 31Deborah L Braatz, 68Jackie L Diraimo, 31Sara Braatz, 35Katelyn Grace Diraimo, 25Michelle M Diraimo, 31
Connected to:
Barbara J Braatz, 70Cindy R Braatz, 64Cory A Braatz, 62Frank E Braatz, 88John C Braatz, 91Mark A Braatz, 49Travis R Braatz, 48Ralf Brabandt, 48Susan E Brabander, 73Tina B Brabandt, 69

James Braatz Phones & Addresses

  • 5551 N 41St St, Milwaukee, WI 53209 (414) 763-7764
  • 9131 W Dixon St, Milwaukee, WI 53214
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • Mount Juliet, TN
  • Hales Corners, WI

Industries

Railroad Manufacture

Resumes

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Product Support & Sales Representative At Aaa Sales & Engineering

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Location:
Greater Milwaukee Area
Industry:
Railroad Manufacture

Business Records

Name / Title
Company / Classification
Phones & Addresses
James Braatz
FUTURE-BRITE CORP
James D. Braatz
BRAATZ INVESTMENT, LC
James Curtis Braatz
President,Chairman
SHORINRYU RENDOKAN SHIBU, LTD

Publications

Us Patents

Railroad Track Switch Operator

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US Patent:
6422519, Jul 23, 2002
Filed:
Sep 1, 2000
Appl. No.:
09/653711
Inventors:
James D. Braatz - Greenfield WI
Assignee:
AAA Sales Engineering, Inc. - Oak Creek WI
International Classification:
B61L 1106
US Classification:
246258, 246415 R, 246393
Abstract:
An improved cylinder head for a railroad track switch operator includes totally self-contained electronics and pneumatics for easy and direct replacement of a cylinder head on a prior art switch operator. The improved cylinder head has enhanced porting to improve air flow and speed of operation, a voltage control module permitting the unit to operate with either 24 volt or 12 volt line power, and recessed portions for covering or enclosing delicate and/or sensitive components for maximized protection in harsh outdoor installations.

Hydraulic Control And Operation System For A Railroad Car Retarder

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US Patent:
7140698, Nov 28, 2006
Filed:
Jul 1, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/882650
Inventors:
James D. Braatz - Greenfield WI, US
Lowell B. Ziese - Pewaukee WI, US
Richard Bohme - Louisville KY, US
Assignee:
AAA Sales & Engineering Inc. - Oak Creek WI
International Classification:
B60T 8/18
US Classification:
303 227, 210167, 2104165, 104 262
Abstract:
A hydraulic control and operating system is provided for a railroad car retarder to control the movement of railroad cars in railroad classification yard. The system utilizes a double-acting hydraulic cylinder to operate the retarder mechanism and includes a hydraulic control circuit that provides protection against pressure spikes and high pressure excursions, high and low temperature excursions, low oil levels and oil filter fouling. The above system not only shuts itself down to prevent damage, but provides a warning to maintenance staff that service should be performed long before a need for system shut-down is required. The system includes a central operating panel in the rail yard control center, remote control panel located at the position of the retarder and the system can be connected for operation from a completely remote location.

Pneumatic Retarder Acutator Valve

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US Patent:
7325567, Feb 5, 2008
Filed:
Jul 8, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/887951
Inventors:
Thomas J. Heyden - Arlington Heights IL, US
Lowell B. Ziese - Pewaukee WI, US
James D. Braatz - Greenfield WI, US
Assignee:
AAA Sales & Engineering, Inc. - Oak Creek WI
International Classification:
F16K 31/02
US Classification:
13759617, 13760114, 137271, 3031181
Abstract:
The present invention pertains to an electro-pneumatic retarder control (EPRC) valve for a pneumatic retarder that controls the speed of railroad cars in a marshaling yard. The EPRC valve has a housing that generally encloses and protects its various components. The housing has a lid that can be opened to gain access to a control panel mounted on an interior door. The control panel includes a display, keyboard and programmable logic controller or PLC module that can be adjusted to set the desired pressure levels of the retarder. The EPRC valve has a modular pressure control assembly that includes an intake and exhaust manifold, a retarder supply and return manifold and several interchangeable control lines formed by like-shaped control valves and components. A pilot air control assembly enables the PLC module to selectively open and close the control valves and lines to deliver or release pressurized air to the retarder.

Pneumatic Cylinder For Railroad Track Switch Operator

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US Patent:
20020170426, Nov 21, 2002
Filed:
May 16, 2001
Appl. No.:
09/858854
Inventors:
James Braatz - Greenfield WI, US
International Classification:
F16J015/18
US Classification:
092/16500R
Abstract:
A easily rebuildable pneumatic cylinder for a railroad track switch operator utilizes a fiber-reinforced resin composite cylinder tube and a piston wear band of a composite material. The cylinder is easily disassembled for replacement of all of the seals and the rod bearing, along with the cylinder tube and wear band. All wear and replacement parts are identically used in both common types of pneumatic cylinders in present use.

Pneumatic Retarder Actuator Valve

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US Patent:
20080237511, Oct 2, 2008
Filed:
Oct 16, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/873243
Inventors:
Thomas J. Heyden - Arlington Heights IL, US
Lowell B. Ziese - Pewaukee WI, US
James D. Braatz - Greenfield WI, US
Assignee:
AAA Sales & Engineering Inc. - Oak Creek WI
International Classification:
F16K 31/12
G05D 7/06
US Classification:
251 57, 700282
Abstract:
The present invention pertains to an electro-pneumatic retarder control (EPRC) valve for a pneumatic retarder that controls the speed of railroad cars in a marshaling yard. The EPRC valve has a housing that generally encloses and protects its various components. The housing has a lid that can be opened to gain access to a control panel mounted on an interior door. The control panel includes a display, keyboard and programmable logic controller or PLC module that can be adjusted to set the desired pressure levels of the retarder. The EPRC valve has a modular pressure control assembly that includes an intake and exhaust manifold, a retarder supply and return manifold and several interchangeable control lines formed by like-shaped control valves and components. A pilot air control assembly enables the PLC module to selectively open and close the control valves and lines to deliver or release pressurized air to the retarder.

Switch Devices And Methods For Moving Switch Rails

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US Patent:
20220379934, Dec 1, 2022
Filed:
May 27, 2021
Appl. No.:
17/332709
Inventors:
- Oak Creek WI, US
James D. Braatz - Oak Creek WI, US
Assignee:
Precision Rail and Mfg., Inc. - Oak Creek WI
International Classification:
B61L 5/02
B61L 5/10
B61L 5/06
Abstract:
A switch device for moving switch rails. The switch device includes a motor operatively coupled to move the switch rails into and between first and second positions. The motor is configured for electricity to flow therethrough along a first path and a second path. A first path relay has two normally open contacts each within the first path, where activating the first path relay closes the two normally open contacts thereof. A second path relay has two normally open contacts each within the second path, where activating the second path relay closes the two normally open contacts thereof. The motor moves the switch rails towards the first position when the first path relay is activated and the second path relay is deactivated, and the motor moves the switch rails towards the second position when the second path relay is activated and the first path relay is deactivated.
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