Lunch Wagons Patents (Class 296/22)
  • Patent number: 11707160
    Abstract: A modular system for autonomous food assembly includes: a skid operable in a first configuration configured to transiently install on a vehicle and in a second configuration configured to transiently install in a kiosk; a set of food dispensing modules configured to transiently install on the skid and store and dispense food based on food orders; and a fixed infrastructure configured to distribute power from a first power source in the truck to the set of food dispensing modules in the first configuration, from a second power source in the fixed kiosk to the set of food dispensing modules in the second configuration, and to the set of food dispensing modules; a controller installed on the skid and configured to receive food orders and control the set of food dispensing modules to dispense food orders from the truck in the first configuration and from the kiosk in the second configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: Hyphen Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen Klein, Daniel Fukuba, Eric Vicenti
  • Patent number: 11639130
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mobile kitchen system, mounted in a trunk of a vehicle, the mobile kitchen system includes a box, a first housing received in the box in a drawable manner, and a second housing received in the first housing in a drawable manner, a drawing direction of the second housing is perpendicular to a drawing direction of the first housing. The present disclosure provides a vehicle. The mobile kitchen system of the present disclosure is multifunctional and convenient to use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2023
    Inventor: William Huang
  • Patent number: 11410482
    Abstract: Disclosed are an information processing method and apparatus, an electronic device, and a storage medium. The information processing method is applied to a mobile device loaded with articles, and comprises: determining a motion parameter according to a motion mode and obstacle information; carrying out a motion according to the motion parameter; collecting pre-determined information during the motion; and if the pre-determined information indicates that a user needs to acquire an article, suspending the motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: NINEBOT (BEIJING) TECH CO., LTD
    Inventors: Zichong Chen, Chunyang Sun, Li Pu
  • Patent number: 11049197
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system in a vehicle which enables fully automatic preparation of pizza during delivery in order to deliver crisp pizza fresh out of the oven to the customers. The system carries out the process starting from the fermentation of the dough up to the cooking of the product in the vehicle automatically without using manpower. Delivery with optional autonomous driving characteristic is performed without a driver. Pizza delivery vehicles operating in real time with the back office and management application, calculates the cooking time by using the position information of the vehicle and times it such that the cooking process is completed when the vehicle arrives at the delivery destination. As a result, it is enabled for the pizzas cooked inside the stone oven within the vehicle to be delivered to the customers with quality such that they were cooked in a restaurant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Inventor: Akif Ekin
  • Patent number: 11014484
    Abstract: A vehicle has a first showroom enclosure at a first side of the vehicle body and a second showroom at an opposite side of the vehicle body. A storage area is provided between the first and second showroom and can be accessed by a door at the rear of the vehicle body, or at access panels located at the first and/or second sides of the vehicle body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Assignee: Aardvark Event Logistics, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence W. Borden
  • Patent number: 10874117
    Abstract: An apparatus has a kiosk for selling frozen confections such as shaved ice or ice cream. The apparatus includes a liquid topping dispenser assembly having liquid dispensing faucets that are operable by a customer outside the kiosk to dispense liquid toppings onto the frozen confection. The liquid topping dispenser assembly is mounted onto a sidewall of the kiosk such that an open space is formed. A gasket assembly is positioned within the open space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Assignee: TIKIZ FRANCHISING, LLC
    Inventors: Brian J. Tollefson, David S. Tollefson
  • Patent number: 10720763
    Abstract: A distribution panel contains a housing defining a hollow interior having a back panel with a plate configured to be mounted thereto, where the frame is either slidable relative to the back panel and has an open position and a closed position, or includes a portion of a wire-holding mechanism and is configured to be coupled to the back panel, which includes another portion of the wire-holding mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: Furrion Property Holding Limited
    Inventor: Steven Neill Bell
  • Patent number: 10676008
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for providing a pre-packaged frozen confection. The system includes a vehicle comprising three wheels, an ice chest secured to the vehicle, and a toppings dispenser attached to at least one of the vehicle or the ice chest. The toppings dispenser includes at least one receptacle configured for holding a liquid topping, a housing attached to at least one of the vehicle or the ice chest, and a spout in fluid communication with the receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2020
    Assignee: Snowie LLC
    Inventor: Carl A. Rupp
  • Patent number: 10442335
    Abstract: A mobile display and marketing apparatus having a self-propelled vehicle having an interior storage area accessible from an exterior of the vehicle, and a product display unit including a product display area and a monitor mounted on a support surface, the monitor adapted to display audiovisual content. The product display unit is characterized by a first configuration in which the product display unit is entirely contained in the interior storage area of the vehicle, and a second configuration in which the product display unit is partially disposed in the interior storage area of the vehicle and extends outwardly to the exterior of the vehicle so that the product display area is accessible from the exterior of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2019
    Assignee: RGI Marketing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Rossi, Ryan Solomon
  • Patent number: 10339514
    Abstract: In some embodiments, systems, apparatuses and methods are provided to enhance customer service through the distribution of mobile sales vehicles comprising: an engine and a drivetrain; a point of sales system; product storage storing pre-selected products selected in response to an evaluation of location demographic information, and in response to an evaluation of population demographic information, wherein the pre-selected products comprise a sub-set of potential products available from a retail entity operating the sales vehicle; and a product distribution system coupled with the point of sales system and comprising a control circuit configured to authorize access by a customer to one or more products stored in the product storage and purchased by the customer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Assignee: Walmart Apollo, LLC
    Inventors: Chandrashekar Natarajan, Donald R. High, Atikhun Unahalekhaka
  • Patent number: 10174952
    Abstract: A tailgate food preparation assembly includes an assembly trailer; a main storage bin carried by the assembly trailer; a mobile storage bin carried by the assembly trailer adjacent to the main storage bin, the mobile storage bin having a pair of front frame corners; and a storage bin hinge pivotally connecting the mobile storage bin to the assembly trailer at one of the pair of front frame corners. The mobile storage bin may be positional between a forward, storage and transport position and a rearward, food preparation position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2019
    Inventors: William Russell King, Kay D. King
  • Patent number: 10140587
    Abstract: A food preparation and delivery system can include a plurality of cooking units such as ovens, each containing one or more prepared, but partially or completely uncooked, food items. The food items in the cooking units are for delivery to each of a corresponding plurality of consumer delivery destinations. The cooking units are loaded into a cargo compartment of a delivery vehicle for delivery to the plurality of consumer delivery destinations. The cooking conditions within the cooking unit are controlled such the each food item is cooked prior to arrival at the consumer destination location. In at least some embodiments, the estimated delivery time for each consumer destination location can be dynamically updated and the cooking conditions within the cooking unit adjusted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Assignee: ZUME PIZZA, INC.
    Inventor: Alexander John Garden
  • Patent number: 10005382
    Abstract: A mobile display and marketing apparatus, including a self-propelled vehicle having an interior storage area accessible from an exterior of the vehicle; and a product display unit including a first part and a second part, wherein the second part is movable relative to the first part between a first position, in which the second part is received in the first part, and a second position, in which the second part extends away from the first part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2018
    Assignee: RGI Marketing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Rossi, Ryan Solomon
  • Patent number: 9520012
    Abstract: A robotic retail wall is presented allowing for the dispensing of merchandise within a retail location. The robotic wall includes commodity products and robotics that pick and deliver products to consumers in response to input at a kiosk. The robotics and products are separated from a retail space by a transparent barrier, allowing consumers in the retail space to view the actions of the robotics in retrieving a product. Behind the robotic wall is a product stocking area, where commodity products can be added to the robotic wall with assistance from the robotics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: BBY Solutions, Inc.
    Inventor: Chad Stiernagle
  • Patent number: 9454867
    Abstract: An automatic food and beverage vending machine includes: a case; an ordering and billing system; an electronic control system; and an output system; wherein the output system comprises a food provider and a food outlet, the food provider is mounted in a food storage area of the case; the food provider comprises a tray holder, a food box transporter, and a sliding device; the tray holder and the food box transporter are mounted on the sliding device; the sliding device comprises an up-down sliding mechanism, a left-right sliding mechanism, and a front-rear sliding mechanism; the food outlet is provided on a door of the case. The machine provides a small volume, a small land occupation space, convenience of moving, a short time before obtaining the food, a proper food temperature for eating immediately, and a quick manner of dining for people in a hurry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: Shenzhen tianyi original invention technology Co., LTD
    Inventor: Xukai Jin
  • Publication number: 20150035307
    Abstract: A mobile vending trailer is provided. In at least one embodiment, a solar-powered mobile vending apparatus includes: a portable chassis; a housing; at least one vending machine configured to be stored and transported in the housing; a solar panel array configured to capture sunlight and convert the captured sunlight into electricity, thereby to provide solar power to the vending machine; a plurality of batteries configured for charge from the electricity generated from the solar panel array in order to provide power to the at least one vending machine; a controller configured to control the solar panel array and the plurality of batteries; and at least one lift configured to lower and raise the vending machine. The solar-powered mobile vending apparatus is adapted for use both off-grid and on-grid. In various embodiments, the apparatus also includes one or more of a wind turbine, generator, inverter, and combiner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2014
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Inventors: Mark M. Hixson, Robert P. Creswell
  • Patent number: 8915407
    Abstract: A mobile confectionary apparatus for dispensing beverages and/or frozen confections includes a vehicle configured for travel over public roads to a location such as a parking lot, street, festival or fair grounds, or the like. The vehicle includes an enclosure having an interior space in which one or more persons can prepare and dispense confections, or containers for confections or beverages. The enclosure includes one or more service windows or openings for dispensing the prepared confections or containers; and a self-serve liquid dispensing system on or in an outer surface of the enclosure, usable by recipients of the dispensed confections or containers, for selectably dispensing toppings on the confections, or liquids into the containers, separately from the dispensing and selling thereof. The dispensing system is closable or coverable by a person from within the interior space, to prevent access from the outside, and for cleaning, service and travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Kona Ice, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Lamb, Tony M. Guard
  • Publication number: 20140353998
    Abstract: Disclosed is a keg beverage concession module for use in a vending service unit with food and retail service features that couples to a utility vehicle. The keg beverage concession module includes a compartment for housing a keg of beer or wine, CO2 tank, cooler, cup storage, and dispensing system. Other vending service unit modules allow storage and sale of hot and cold food and beverages and other non-comestible goods, including tobacco products and golf items. The vending service unit includes removable concession modules facilitating quick and easy removal and interchangeability. The disclosed vending service unit includes drawers that allow different types of beverage to be stored and sold. The drawers are individually insulated and can be individually heated or chilled for different food temperatures and types. The vending service unit includes a counter surface that can be used to set items upon and upon which to conduct business.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2014
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Inventors: Michael White, John Sido, David Gronlund, Vijay Patibandla
  • Patent number: 8864207
    Abstract: A mobile vending trailer is provided. In at least one embodiment, a solar-powered mobile vending apparatus includes: a portable chassis; a housing; at least one vending machine configured to be stored and transported in the housing; a solar panel array configured to capture sunlight and convert the captured sunlight into electricity, thereby to provide solar power to the vending machine; a plurality of batteries configured for charge from the electricity generated from the solar panel array in order to provide power to the at least one vending machine; a controller configured to control the solar panel array and the plurality of batteries; and at least one lift configured to lower and raise the vending machine. The solar-powered mobile vending apparatus is adapted for use both off-grid and on-grid. In various embodiments, the apparatus also includes one or more of a wind turbine, generator, inverter, and combiner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Inventors: Mark M. Hixson, Robert Paul Creswell, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8844994
    Abstract: Disclosed is a vending service unit that couples to a golf cart vehicle to form a golf cart with food and retail service features. The vending service unit includes modules that allow hot and cold food and beverages to be stored and sold, and other retail items such as tobacco, golf supplies, and ice to be displayed and sold from the golf cart with food and retail service features. The vending service unit includes removable concession modules that a vendor can easily and quickly replace and/or interchange. The disclosed vending service unit includes drawers that allow different types of beverage to be stored and sold. The drawers are individually insulated and can be individually heated or chilled for different food temperatures and types. The vending service unit includes a counter surface that can be used to set items upon and upon which to conduct business.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: 19th Hole Cart LLC
    Inventors: Michael White, Chris Buttenob, Thomas Paul Muday
  • Patent number: 8820313
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a trailer that can be stored compactly for transport to and from tailgating events. The custom tailgating and team entertainment trailer can be transported to a sporting event where tailgating is promoted, or hauled behind the family car to a children's team event. The customized trailer is formed from a steel frame shaped similar to a conventional 4×6 utility trailer upon which various kitchen equipment and appliance are supported and provides a 2000 pound gross vehicle weight rating for easy mobility and towing from a standard 1?? hitch ball. A flat upper panel encloses the equipment when stored, and provides a horizontal support surface when deployed. A event grill is rollably deployed from behind a door on the trailers first side and, when extended, provides a five foot wide, four burner grilling surface provided with cooking fuel from pair of LP propane tanks mounted to a tank rack positioned for easy accessability and control at the trailer's front end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Eugene Lutes
  • Publication number: 20140203584
    Abstract: Disclosed is a vending service unit that couples to a golf cart vehicle to form a golf cart with food and retail service features. The vending service unit includes modules that allow hot and cold food and beverages to be stored and sold, and other retail items such as tobacco, golf supplies, and ice to be displayed and sold from the golf cart with food and retail service features. The vending service unit includes removable concession modules that a vendor can easily and quickly replace and/or interchange. The disclosed vending service unit includes drawers that allow different types of beverage to be stored and sold. The drawers are individually insulated and can be individually heated or chilled for different food temperatures and types. The vending service unit includes a counter surface that can be used to set items upon and upon which to conduct business.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: 19TH HOLE CART LLC
    Inventors: Michael White, Chris Buttenob, Thomas Paul Muday
  • Patent number: 8776778
    Abstract: A tailgate barbeque grill for use in the bed of a pickup truck. The grill slides along rails and is stored in the front portion thereof for transport and is positioned in the rear portion and lowered for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Inventor: Mario Brown
  • Publication number: 20140027471
    Abstract: A kiosk for selling frozen confections such as shaved ice or ice cream is provided with a liquid-topping dispenser assembly having liquid-dispensing faucets which are operable by a customer outside the kiosk to dispense liquid toppings onto the frozen confections. The dispenser assembly may be configured to allow people to operate faucets from both sides of the dispenser assembly. The dispenser assembly extends outwardly of the kiosk in a dispensing orientation and is movable to a stored orientation. The dispenser assembly may also be movable between several dispensing positions. The kiosk may be stationary or mobile. The kiosk may be provided with more than one dispenser assembly and may use a dispenser assembly mounted on a trailer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2012
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: Tikiz Development Group, LLC
    Inventors: Brian J. Tollefson, David S. Tollefson
  • Patent number: 8622453
    Abstract: A vehicle useful for catering, vending and food service normally has service windows on the passenger side of the vehicle to accommodate pedestrian patrons. Disclosed herein is such a vehicle fitted with an auxiliary service window on the driver's side of the vehicle to accommodate vehicular occupants. An auxiliary service platform is installed below interior floor level to place a server in closer proximity to an adjacent vehicle. Steps are provided to enable access to the auxiliary platform from the interior vehicle floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: Vahe Nick Karapetian, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20130334833
    Abstract: A vehicle useful for catering, vending and food service normally has service windows on the passenger side of the vehicle to accommodate pedestrian patrons. Disclosed herein is such a vehicle fitted with an auxiliary service window on the driver's side of the vehicle to accommodate vehicular occupants. An auxiliary service platform is installed below interior floor level to place a server in closer proximity to an adjacent vehicle. Steps are provided to enable access to the auxiliary platfrom from the interior vehicle floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: UNIVERSAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
    Inventor: VAHE NICK KARAPETIAN, JR.
  • Patent number: 8485285
    Abstract: A vehicle for transporting or vending refrigerated product having a peripheral body extending vertically from the supporting surface, the peripheral body having a driver area, retail area, and cooling area, a bulk head for dividing the retail area from the cooling area, an auxiliary power system for powering at least one electrical component, having a battery bank and a charging mechanism, the charging mechanism having a vehicle charging system, shore power charging system, and solar array charging system, the charging mechanism imparting electrical charge to the battery bank, where the electrical component is a temperature control system for maintaining the temperature of the cooling area within a desired temperature range.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Inventor: Max Ferrigni
  • Publication number: 20130033057
    Abstract: A transportable restaurant structure is provided employing a container structure such as a shipping container. An interior dining area is provided in-between sidewalls of the container as is a kitchen area. Sidewalls on the container are rotationally engaged to fold horizontal and provide adjoining areas to said dining area to increase its size. A door in an endwall is rotatable to provide an inclining ramp for walking or wheelchair access. The container is moveable by truck but once deployed takes on the appearance of a small restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2012
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Inventor: James Markham
  • Publication number: 20120199616
    Abstract: A mobile confectionary apparatus for dispensing beverages and/or frozen confections includes a vehicle configured for travel over public roads to a location such as a parking lot, street, festival or fair grounds, or the like. The vehicle includes an enclosure having an interior space in which one or more persons can prepare and dispense confections, or containers for confections or beverages. The enclosure includes one or more service windows or openings for dispensing the prepared confections or containers; and a self-serve liquid dispensing system on or in an outer surface of the enclosure, usable by recipients of the dispensed confections or containers, for selectably dispensing toppings on the confections, or liquids into the containers, separately from the dispensing and selling thereof. The dispensing system is closable or coverable by a person from within the interior space, to prevent access from the outside, and for cleaning, service and travel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Applicant: KONA ICE, INC.,
    Inventors: Tony Lamb, Tony M. Guard
  • Patent number: 8157136
    Abstract: The mobile confectionary apparatus for dispensing beverages and/or frozen confections and the like, includes a vehicle configured for travel over public roads to a location such as a parking lot, street, festival or fair grounds, or the like. The vehicle includes an enclosure having an interior space in which one or more persons can prepare and dispense confections, or containers for confections or beverages. The enclosure includes one or more service windows or openings for dispensing the prepared confections or containers; and a self-serve liquid dispensing system on or in an outer surface of the enclosure, usable by recipients of the dispensed confections or containers, for selectably dispensing toppings on the confections, or liquids into the containers, separately from the dispensing and selling thereof. The dispensing system is closable or coverable by a person from within the interior space, to prevent access from the outside, and for cleaning, service and travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: EGR Holdings, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Lamb, Tony M. Guard
  • Patent number: 7950728
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of vehicles having table assemblies. One embodiment of a vehicle comprises a vehicle body structure, a support member, and a table member. The vehicle body structure defines at least a portion of a compartment and has an opening permitting access to the compartment. The support member is coupled to the vehicle body structure to move from an interior position in which the support member is substantially inboard of the compartment, to an exterior position in which at least a portion of the support member moves through the opening to a location outboard of the vehicle body structure. The table member is coupled to the support member to move from a first position in which the table member is located inboard of the vehicle body structure, to a second position in which the table member is located outboard of the vehicle body structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Nissan North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Plavetich
  • Patent number: 7832780
    Abstract: The present invention features a portable kitchen apparatus for attaching to a vehicle comprising a foldable countertop having a sink basin hole, a stove hole, a sink basin, a stove, and a flame protector. The portable kitchen apparatus may be used for outdoor cooking and/or cleaning while camping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventor: Timothy A. Ramseyer
  • Publication number: 20100089378
    Abstract: A mobile kitchen comprises a housing disposed atop one or more wheel axles and a plurality of appliances disposed within the housing. Each appliance is heated by combustion of a distillate fuel. One or more air channels are disposed about each of the appliances, such that each air channel substantially isolates excess heat from combustion of the distillate fuel from a workspace within the housing. One or more first air blowers are associated with the air channels, and each is adapted to force air through the air channels and vent the excess heat to the exterior of the housing. One or more second air blowers are coupled to the housing, and each second air blower is adapted to vent a predetermined volume of air from within the workspace at least once per minute.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2008
    Publication date: April 15, 2010
    Inventors: Robert S. Babington, Juan C. Lemus, Ramiro Andrade, Larry Viverette, Luther Barnes, Victor Worsley
  • Patent number: 7669740
    Abstract: A beverage vending machine installation comprising a cabinet and a trolley unit, the cabinet defining a void in which, in use, the trolley unit can be positioned. The cabinet has an opening and at least one door moveable between open and closed positions. A trolley unit comprises at least one beverage vending machine. The trolley unit is moveable relative to the cabinet between an installed position and an uninstalled position. In the installed position the trolley unit is positioned within the void of the cabinet such that at least one door may be closed to allow operation of the vending machine installation. In the uninstalled position, the trolley unit is removed from the cabinet after opening at least one door to allow access to the trolley unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Assignee: Kraft Foods R & D, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony Kevin Saunders, Neil Martin Rogers, Andrew Charles Bentley
  • Patent number: 7533917
    Abstract: An integrated kitchen unit for a mobile vehicle. The integrated kitchen unit intended to make preparation, eating, and cleaning easier and more intuitive than the existing solution. The integrated kitchen unit provides multiple storage areas based on the needs required for cooking, including storage for utensils, and even storage for a range of third party appliances. The microwave becomes an integrated part of the design, opening up additional space and allowing for optimized ergonomics of preparation surfaces. Extendable tables can be pulled out for additional surfaces or for other needs such as desk area. Standard 110V AC outlets included in the design allow drivers to plug in any third party appliance, possible providing inverters be installed in the berth. A disposal container is located on the side of the integrated kitchen unit, allowing for easy access while preparing at the workstation, and even while driving.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLC
    Inventors: Calvin Tong, Ryan Berens, Andrew Kilb, David M. Wynne, Alexander Loa, Michael Powers
  • Publication number: 20080122237
    Abstract: A mobile serving unit has one or more serving platforms, and a pedal-operated transport unit for moving the serving platform, also an appliance which may be operated at least partly by gas, for the preparation of food an/or drink.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2006
    Publication date: May 29, 2008
    Inventor: Marcel Luthe
  • Patent number: 7364050
    Abstract: The mobile vending apparatus can be transported to a desired venue such as a festival grounds, sports park, or the like, and is quickly and easily rendered operational for use by persons standing at ground level. The apparatus can include individual automatic vending units having lowered controls so as to be reachable from ground level, or the apparatus can include devices for lowering conventional vending machines to the ground or another surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2008
    Assignee: Gravity, Incorporated
    Inventor: Tony M. Guard
  • Patent number: 7172231
    Abstract: A mobile camping facility is disclosed including a housing mounted over a top surface of a substantially rigid base plate, wherein the base plate is mounted on a bed of a trailer. The bed of the trailer is supported by a pair of wheels. The housing supports a countertop surface and includes a cover portion adapted for covering the countertop surface. A sink and a stove are operably mounted through the countertop surface. A fuel source is operably connected to the stove and separated from the stove by the countertop surface. A water source, mounted on either the base plate or on the trailer, is operably connected to the sink. A method for constructing a mobile camping facility is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Inventor: Harry M. Johnson, II
  • Patent number: 7052062
    Abstract: A trailer, intended to be towed on public thoroughfares by a motorized vehicle, that readily converts to a mobile refreshment stand for use at parties and other places where a mobile refreshment stand may be desired having built-in refreshment disbursing, electrical power and refrigeration systems along with customer seating and storage space therein for carrying supplies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Inventors: Ronald Ray Catt, Daniel L. Skorcz
  • Patent number: 6637349
    Abstract: A motorized picnic table having a drive mechanism, wheels connected to and driven by the drive mechanism, a table mounted above the drive mechanism, and at least one seat adjacent the table. In the preferred embodiment, the seats are bench-type seats and flank the drive mechanism. The motorized table includes fenders covering at least a portion of the wheels to protect the feet and legs of picnickers using the table from the wheels when the table is in motion. A foot platform is provided for picnickers to rest their feet upon. The table has a roof and a roof mounting frame for mounting said roof above said table. The roof may be removable. The motorized table has open sides. The motorized table includes a steering mechanism wherein the steering mechanism can be operated by a picnicker seated on one of the seats. In the preferred embodiment, the steering mechanism extends through an aperture in the picnic table. The drive mechanism has a hydrostatic transmission.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Inventor: Gregory A. Lafferty
  • Patent number: 6591831
    Abstract: A portable and collapsible chafing system includes a frame forming a well configured to hold a chafing container. Underlying the frame is a heating device holder in the form of a platform pivotally connected to the frame. The chafing system includes legs pivotally connected to the frame for movement between a first collapsed position and a second position in which legs extend from and elevate the frame. Wheels are associated with each leg to render the system mobile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2003
    Inventor: Patrick Allen Reynolds
  • Publication number: 20030052499
    Abstract: Apparatus for keeping hot and for transporting prepared dishes, in particular pizzas, from the producer to the consumer, using a motor vehicle equipped with a thermally insulated container, which in its lower portion is provided with a heat exchanger using which the heat supplied by an external source is transmitted to the air in the container by heat conduction and radiation, characterised in that the container is laid out as an essentially square box at the bottom of which the heat exchanger is incorporated. One of the four lateral walls of the box is linked to the box, forming a door which is sealed and gives access to the container. The other three lateral walls and the top cover of the box are laid out as double walls enclosing air interspaces, which on their sides are all mutually interconnected and towards the front, towards the access door, are connected to the inner chamber of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2002
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Inventors: Roberto Delzanno, Lorenzo Delzanno
  • Publication number: 20020180228
    Abstract: An eating counter apparatus for mounting to a three or four-wheeled, motorized or pedal-powered vehicle used as at least part of a mobile food vending eatery whereby to utilize the vehicle to provide an eating area for the patrons of the eatery. The eating counter apparatus also may mount a seating apparatus arranged to support seated patrons about the vehicle as they eat at the counter of the eatery vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2002
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: Michael J. Poarch, Vickie L. Poarch
  • Patent number: 6431628
    Abstract: A mobile pizza kitchen utilizes a pickup truck with a camper shell that covers the cargo bed. A radiation type intermittently operated oven and refrigerated case are located in the bed and covered by the shell. A clutched AC generator is installed under the hood of the truck and is driven by a serpentine belt connected to the engine. The electricity from this generator is used to power the oven, refrigerated case and other equipment. One type of oven that is suitable for this mobile pizza kitchen utilizes quartz halogen lights which produce ultraviolet and infrared radiation. In order to cook pizza, the driver must exit the cabin of the vehicle and open the tailgate and the rear door of the shell. Cooking occurs while the vehicle is stopped. The oven and the case are vented to atmosphere to prevent overheating of the rear compartment. The engine of the truck is left on while cooking so that the generator can produce electricity for the oven and the refrigerated case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2002
    Assignee: Kbell Pizza Enterprises, L.L.C.A.
    Inventor: Richard A. Bell, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6416101
    Abstract: A steel frame supports a trailer body which encloses a refrigerator freezer, a gas stove or grill, and storage space for a generator, LP gas tanks, and canopy components. During transport the trailer is covered by two hinged covers, and two side benches are retracted and retained elevated alongside the trailer body. In use, the covers are rotated 180 degrees about hinges to form counters for service of up to eight diners. Each bench has two legs which are slidably received within fittings on the ends of two horizontal extension members which telescope within tubular cross members mounted beneath the trailer body. The legs are elevated and held in place by spring catches. In service, the benches are extracted and lowered, and the covers deployed to define counters. A canopy has side poles which engage the ground, and bracing poles which extend from the trailer body, all being trailer stowable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2002
    Inventor: David W. Bartch
  • Patent number: 6345852
    Abstract: A mobile vending assembly includes a vending machine and a portable structure. The portable structure encloses and protects the vending machine. The structure includes a bay for locating and supporting the vending machine defined by a base, walls, a roof, and a door, wherein the door includes an opening permitting access to the vending machine located in the bay. The structure can include options such as removable wheels, a removable hitch, an electrical outlet, an awning, a microprocessor, a generator, and access panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Inventor: Jeffrey Jack McCarthy
  • Patent number: 6267111
    Abstract: My invention, the “Portable Self-Contained Mobile Vending Unit,” revolutionizes the single chafing dish equipment used by caterers as well as the small steam table used by food vendors in a mobile vending “hot cart.” Caterers as well as mobile food vendors can offer their customers a complete professional looking buffet style set-up of foods, indoor or outdoor, with a minimal amount of set-up. Another benefit is that the equipment is lightweight as well as durable, and requires no maintenance. The expansion of the standard style mobile vending “hot cart” from one or two full chafing dish compartments to as many as seven additional full size portable steam pans, offers a food operator endless potential. Additionally, the self-contained style saves the food caterer from setting up a separate table to accommodate his separate chafing dishes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2001
    Inventor: William Hendricks Burton
  • Patent number: 6189944
    Abstract: A food service kiosk is provided in the shape of a vehicle wherein the engine compartment is used for storage of enough water for food preparation and subsequent cleanup without leaving the food service site. A three-hole sink, a hand sink and a mop sink are located within the body section of the food service kiosk. Gray water from the three-hole sink drains into the mop sink which drains into the gray water tank. The engine compartment provides storage room for a fresh water tank, a hot water heater and a gray water storage tank which is not available in a conventional food service kiosk. Water from the mop sink drains into the gray water storage tank. If required for an extended stay at a food service site, a trailer can be attached to the rear end of the food service kiosk which contains a large fresh water storage tank for resupplying the fresh water tank in the engine compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2001
    Assignee: Classic Carts Corporation
    Inventor: Charles J. Piché
  • Patent number: 6131929
    Abstract: A portable, modular service cart that is readily converted to a refreshment center, game table or vanity is disclosed. The cart generally comprises a mobile unit having a horizontal tray and legs extending downward from corners thereof. The legs have casters located at lower ends thereof and comprise telescoping members for permitting adjustment of tray height. The tray has an upper surface with a sink and multiple wells provided therein, with some or all of the wells being removable and/or refrigerated. A collapsible faucet extends beyond the upper surface of the counter and includes a first end that extends over the sink and a second end that rests beneath the upper surface of the counter and is coupled to a water supply line. The water supply line is connected at an opposite end to a continuous, endless water source such as an outdoor faucet or spigot. A water filtering system is preferably secured to one of the legs of the mobile unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Inventor: Reginald J. Haley
  • Patent number: 6098346
    Abstract: A plumbing assembly is provided which is formed from a plurality of rigid pipe sections, connected between a movable sink and a relatively fixed fluid outlet. These pipe sections are joined together by swivel fittings that permit the pipe sections to rotate with respect to each other. In this manner, different distances between the sink and the fluid outlet are accommodated by a folding and unfolding motion of the plumbing assembly in a minimum of space behind the wall of an expandable portion of the room. Fluid supply lines for providing hot and cold water to the sink faucet can be mounted within the same spacial area by means of similar swivel fittings that create an offset parallelogram structure. The lengths of at least the fluid draining pipe sections and the supporting structure behind the wall are selected such that a downward slope is maintained over the entire fluid flow path between the sink and the fluid outlet regardless of sink position during usage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2000
    Assignee: Newmar Corporation
    Inventors: William J. Miller, Kenneth W. Nisley