Abstract: In the case of a sanitary outflow part (1), it is provided that, between an inlet opening (2) and an outlet opening (3), in a flow path (4) which leads through a jet regulator unit (5), a secondary outlet (7) branches off downstream of the jet regulator unit (5). This secondary outlet leads to an additional secondary outlet opening (8) such that water entering via the inlet opening (2) emerges to the secondary outlet opening (8) at least when the outlet opening (3) of the sanitary outflow part (1) is closed off.

Abstract: An integrated columnar structure is connected to hot and cold water supplies. On the structure is separately mounted on eyewash and faucet. In an alternative embodiment a water bubbler can be substituted for the eyewash. Water passageways within the columnar structure separately supply the appropriate temperature water to the faucet and eyewash/bubbler. Valving mounted on the columnar structure, preferably with an angle oriented at an acute angle to the axis of the column, controls the temperature of water supplied to the faucet. Cold, or slightly tempered, water is supplied to the eyewash.

Abstract: A sanitary functional unit having a sleeve-shaped insert cartridge insertable into the pipe-shaped fixture outlet of a sanitary outlet fixture is provided. The insert cartridge has a water inlet at the cartridge circumference and a jet former having flow guiding walls oriented transversely to the cartridge longitudinal axis provided in the water outlet. The functional unit deflects the water jet flowing in from the axial direction such that water subsequently flows out of the fixture outlet in a nearly radial direction. The functional unit has a jet former, provided in the region of the water outlet, supporting flow guiding walls that are oriented transversely and perpendicularly to the cartridge longitudinal axis. Since the functional unit is oriented approximately coaxially to the fixture outlet, it also does not project beyond the pipe circumference of the fixture outlet.

Abstract: A system for heating a pool of water is provided. An inlet is provided for liquid to be delivered to the pool of water. The system includes an attachment apparatus having a body defining a fluid passageway from a first opening to a second opening. A third opening is disposed between the first and second opening. The attachment connects to the inlet for receiving the liquid. An adjustable diverging mechanism is mounted to the attachment operable to redirect flow out of the third opening. A tube having a flow channel and thermally conductive outer surface is coupled to the third opening and extends out of the pool to be exposed to environmental conditions and absorb thermal energy. The liquid passing through the flow channel of the tube returns to the pool of liquid and heated when passing through the tube prior to returning to the pool.

Abstract: Faucet diverter valves for use, for example, with faucets and water filtration systems.

Abstract: A drink dispensing tap water dispenser, kit and method of converting a tap water dispenser to a drink dispenser is disclosed. The dispenser includes an adaptor having a central body portion connectable inline to a domestic tap water dispenser. A dispensing nozzle is supported by the central body portion of the adaptor and includes at least one liquid connection to a liquid source for dispensing liquid separate from the tap water dispenser.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of apparatus, methods, and systems for fastening a rotatable tube to spigots and nozzles, for fluid-water flow diversion to facilitate the use of sinks by small children. In one embodiment, a tube is provided, which is fastened to a spigot and nozzle. The tube-spigot fastening may be facilitated by a tapered washer. The tube, in turn, may be rotated about the supporting spigot secured to the electronic article. The tube may be configured with curvature, tapering, wall and end openings of sufficient weight, shape, and/or size to allow for optimal water flow choices. Patent No Month/Year Name 2,171,023 August 1939 Buxton 1,253,309 January 1918 Ulleland 5,349,987 September 1994 Shieh 4,736,890 April 1988 Wallington 2,476,079 February 1947 Benjamin 5,072,757 December 1991 Lin 2,507,535 May 1950 Madsen 5,758,690 June 1998 Humpert et al U.S. Pat. No.

Abstract: A device for attachment to a conventional water faucet in a bathroom. The device having a first tubular portion for attachment to the faucet, a lower tubular portion for allowing water to flow downward and an L shaped tubular portion that extends from the side of the lower tubular portion laterally outwardly and then upwardly to form an upper fountain outlet. The device is adapted to be releasably attached to a bathroom sink water faucet and in use, an individual brushing his or her teeth will put a hand or finger over the lower outlet so that water ejects from the fountain outlet to permit the individual to lean down and reach the water with his or her mouth for rinsing the mouth of toothpaste fluid.

Abstract: The Invention relates to an upwardly and downwardly discharged faucet for comfortable use, comprising a main handle and a main valve body. The main valve body is provided with a diverting valve with dual ports. The diverting valve comprises a valve seat mounted on the main valve body. On the bottom side wall of the valve seat are disposed a left inlet and right inlet which are in communication with a main conduit, respectively. Within a chamber is disposed a diverting valve core, in which an upper water conduit and a lower water conduit are disposed. The upper water conduit is in adjustable communication with the right inlet; and the lower water conduit is in adjustable communication with the left inlet. The outlet of the lower water conduit is in communication with the bottom of the chamber. On the upper end of the diverting valve core is provided a rotary valve stem.

Abstract: An injection-molded faucet fountain core attachable to a water faucet with a manually actuated flap to selectively direct water from an outlet for drinking and incorporating a programmable battery-operated sound emitting device. The faucet fountain core is enclosed by a jacket having an external character face or shape. The sound emitting device is programmed to make sounds or voices that are compatible with the character or shape on the faucet fountain jacket. The character and voice may be changed by programming the sound emitting device and changing the external jacket.

Abstract: An injection-molded faucet fountain core attachable to a water faucet with a manually actuated flap to selectively direct water from an outlet for drinking and incorporating a programmable battery-operated sound emitting device. The faucet fountain core is enclosed by a jacket having an external character face or shape. The sound emitting device is programmed to make sounds or voices that are compatible with the character or shape on the faucet fountain jacket. The character and voice may be changed by programming the sound emitting device and changing the external jacket.

Abstract: According to one aspect of the present invention, a system for deflecting and distributing liquid from a liquid source is provided. The system comprises a dispersing element disposed along an elongated member, and a retaining structure adapted to enclose at least a portion of the elongated member. The dispersing element further comprises a series of diagonal, spaced grooves configured to receive and deflect the liquid. The dispersing element and the elongated member are configured to rotate and precess relatively freely within the retaining structure.

Abstract: A water fountain diverter device connectable to a faucet for selectively directing water from a normal downward direction, to an upward direction for direct drinking by a user. The device has a body connectable to the faucet, a body inlet for receiving water from the faucet, an outlet through which water can flow un-diverted, and a spout from which a water stream flows for direct drinking when the water is diverted via a valve within the device.

Abstract: A faucet having a plurality of water discharges includes a housing, diverter valve within the housing, a stream discharge on the housing, an upward fountain discharge on the housing, and an upward spray discharge on the housing. The diverter valve connects the mixed water conduit to the water discharges. A handle external to the housing engages the diverter valve to selectively define a flow path between the mixed water supply and the selected water discharge.

Abstract: The invention concerns a dental water pulse operating on a running water pipe system as it can be connected to a running water faucet spout (3) and an anti-splash aerator.

Abstract: A faucet having a plurality of water discharges includes a housing, diverter valve within the housing, a stream discharge on the housing, an upward fountain discharge on the housing, and an upward spray discharge on the housing. The diverter valve connects the mixed water conduit to the water discharges. A handle external to the housing engages the diverter valve to selectively define a flow path between the mixed water supply and the selected water discharge.

Abstract: The present invention is a bi-directional spout apparatus for attachment to the spout of a conventional faucet that allows for either the upward or downward discharge of water. The first bore receives water flow from the spout. The second bore extends from the central cavity to the bottom surface. Water flows from the spout into the first bore and into the central cavity where it can be diverted into either the second bore or the third bore. A sliding regulator member can be used within the central cavity to regulate water flow.

Abstract: A faucet-mounted water filtration device includes a gate valve that is used to select between discharge options. The gate valve contains a thumb rest which is configured to allow manual valve actuation while supportedly engaging a user's thumb. First discharge option includes a conventional bottom discharge into a sink. A second discharge option exists as a water fountain that is formed as a compact, integral feature of the water filtration device. A flow indicator permits a user to check whether the filtration cartridge is working properly.

Abstract: This invention is a handheld drinking water device which converts a standardized water faucet to a laminar fountain, and more particularly to a device that accommodates and seals with a faucet aerator to convert a flow of water from a faucet into a drinking fountain. The purpose of the drinking devices is to provide a simple and quick method of obtaining a sanitary drink of water from a kitchen or bathroom sink faucet. This novel handheld drinking water device redirects the downward flow of water into a controlled stream of water so that it performs as a sanitary drinking fountain.

Abstract: A self-cleaning knob water faucet that includes a hollow water faucet housing, a water valve assembly, a knob, and water showering apparatus. The hollow water faucet body has an interior space and a spout from which water can exit. The water valve assembly is disposed in the hollow water faucet housing and has a distal end that extends outwardly therefrom. The water valve further has a closed position in which water does not exit the spout of the hollow water faucet body and an open position in which water exits the spout of the hollow water faucet body. The knob is disposed on the distal end of the water valve and is rotatable by a hand of user for moving the water valve assembly through the closed position of the water valve assembly and the open position of the water valve assembly.

Abstract: A faucet includes an inner tube inserted in an upper opening formed in between a horizontal spout portion of the faucet and a downcomer spout portion having a lower tube hole of the inner tube poked into the downcomer spout portion and positioned under an overflow level of the horizontal spout portion, whereby upon a shielding or closing of a discharge outlet formed in a lowermost end of the downcomer spout portion, a water stream, as supplied by an opened faucet, will be ejected upwardly through the inner tube for rinsing or drinking purpose.

Abstract: A drinking fountain attachment for a faucet, such as a kitchen or bathroom faucet, the attachment having a tubular body portion threaded at the upper end for attachment to a downwardly extending faucet and having an orifice opening in the tubular side wall, a spigot element fixed to the exterior of the tubular body communicating with the orifice, providing means for discharging water therefrom in an upward direction to provide a fountain drinking stream. A tubular control member is rotatably supported to the tubular body lower end. A tubular elastomeric member is received within the body and control member and secured at each end in tension whereby the control member is retained in rotatable axial alignment with the body member, the elastomeric member serving to restrict flow of water through the tubular body and control member when the control member is rotated to thereby direct water out the orifice and the spigot to produce a drinking fountain.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for converting a bottled water dispenser for use with a continuous source of water are disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, means for reducing the pressure and filtering the continuous source of water are provided. In a most preferred embodiment, the apparatus is configured to substantially reside within the existing dispenser apparatus, thus eliminating the need for bottled water. A housing is provided which contains a filter in an upper portion thereof, the lower portion shaped to conform to an existing tank within the bottled water dispenser in order to provide good thermal communication between the apparatus of the present invention and the existing refrigeration means. Chilled water is retained in the lower portion of the housing and is filtered upon demand, thus providing freshly filtered water to the user at a pressure and velocity substantially the same as that produced using a bottled source, without the contaminants expense and inconvenience associated with bottled water.

Abstract: An apparatus combining a sink spray with a water filter to provide alternate use from the same location on a sink. The sink spray contains a valve housing which is inserted at one end into an inlet opening in the water filter to actuate a separate valve in the water filter and permit flow of water into the water filter from a water conduit attached by an annular hose connection to the other end of the sink spray valve housing. The water filter is rotatably mounted on the valve housing and encloses a filter cartridge which filters tap water and provides quality drinking water through an outlet opening from the water filter.

Abstract: A hand held kitchen sink spray is disclosed with various cleaning attachments. The attachments are attached by a quick-release connector.

Abstract: A snow transfer installation, including at least one element for snow pickup associated with an element for the production of a mixture of snow and air, the said pickup and mixture production being mounted on a vehicle, a transportation duct for the snow-air mixture and an air flow generator. The air flow generator is independent of the pickup and mixture production elements and is connected to the mixture production element by means of a duct, at least a portion of which is flexible.

Abstract: A Drinking Fountain attachment for a water faucet is automatically turned on when water is supplied at low pressure and low water flow rates. The assembly includes a hollow body portion between an inlet and an outlet, and the fountain outlet is connected to a central portion of the hollow body. A partition with a central opening extends across the hollow body between the outlet and the point of connection to the fountain. Valve arrangements are provided for normally closing the central passage and for opening it when the water pressure and rate of flow exceed predetermined levels. A flexible, resilient membrane or washer forms a normally open valve but is deflected to close off the connection to the fountain at the higher pressure and flow level at which the valve arrangements operate.

Abstract: An improved method of and apparatus for making artificial snow. The snow making machine disclosed for practicing the invention includes a ducted fan for generating a substantially unidirectional, high volume air current over the area to be deposited with snow. High velocity water sprays are injected into the air current from above and below the air current via a plurality of nozzles connected to a annular water manifold circumferentially disposed around the output end of the fan duct. Nucleated ice crystals are also injected into the air current by a high velocity vapor spray emitted from a pair of seeder nozzles disposed at the center of the annular water manifold. The vapor spray is comprised of a mixture of water and compressed air which is vaporized in a venturi-type expansion chamber prior to emission through the seeder nozzles.

Abstract: Water faucet modifying apparatus including a housing, a main passage with an inlet and an outlet extending through the housing, an aerator connected with the outlet, a side passage in the sidewall of the housing communicating with the main passage intermediate the inlet and outlet, a conduit extending from the side passage outlet in the direction of the inlet, diverter mechanism disposed within the housing adjacent the intersection of the side passage with the main passage thereof, the diverter mechanism including a valve stem member extending into the main passage transversely thereto, the stem member including an actuator portion extending through the sidewall of the housing, a seal disposed on the opposite end of the stem member engageable with the side passage, a first barrier section disposed across the main passage between the stem member and the outlet of the main passage, the first barrier section including an opening therethrough at a point adjacent the stem member opening in the housing sidewall, a

Abstract: Snow making in which ice nucleating microorganisms are incorporated into the water to initiate crystallization when the water is introduced as fine droplets into the atmosphere which is at a temperature below freezing.

Abstract: A snow-making machine which includes a tunnel-like housing, a fan to create an airstream, and nozzles for the formation of ice nuclei and water droplets. The fan is secured within the housing upstream of the nozzles. An inlet screen is secured to the housing upstream of the fan. The screen is heated to prevent the accumulation of ice on the screen. A shield is placed upstream of the fan to prevent the flow of air across the portion of the fan where ice would adhere to the fan.

Abstract: An improved nozzle apparatus rapidly convertible, while operating, between spray and foam forming modes of operation. An elongate rigid generally cylindrical first conduit member receives surfactant bearing solution at an inlet port thereof and directs the solution under pressure to a spray forming nozzle connected at an outlet port of the first conduit. A second elongate conduit member coaxially slidably overlies the first conduit member and is movable relative thereto between extended and retracted positions. When in its retracted position, the second conduit member exposes the spray-forming nozzle, which is then enabled to direct a spray pattern of the solution longitudinally outward from the apparatus. When in its extended position, the second conduit member encompasses the spray-forming nozzle, and aspirates the spray therefrom with air to form foam which is ejected longitudinally outward from the second conduit member.