Patents by Inventor Carl F. Fries

Carl F. Fries has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5091095
    Abstract: Automatic treatment of a drain system is provided by the controlled injection of a bio-active liquid at established intervals into the drain system. A container of the treatment liquid is provided with a pump coupled between the container and the drain. Fluid level sensing means is located in the container and fluid temperature sensing means is located in the drain system. When the temperature is within range and the fluid level is sensed, the pump is periodically operated to inject a quantity of fluid directly into the drain system without operator control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1990
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1992
    Assignee: Focus Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl F. Fries, Mitchell M. Hazar, Yoram J. Fridman
  • Patent number: 4979237
    Abstract: A disposable protector for toilet seats having a cover of paper or similar material with a center cut-out generally conforming to the opening in the seat. The cover has a retainer member which may be in the form of a flange or tab which engage the inner edge of the seat to temporarily secure the protector in place during use. The underside of the cover may also have a frictional material such as latex or a low-tack adhesive. The cover may be treated with a suitable anti-bacterial agnt and may be provided to the consumer in a dispenser or in individualized packages that may be conveniently carried by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 25, 1990
    Inventors: Mitchell M. Hazar, Carl F. Fries