With Water Supply Or Waste-water Tank Patents (Class 4/625)
  • Patent number: 11939755
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a standalone portable sink assembly that is plumbing-free and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with a design that enables more convenient and ergonomic refreshing of the water containers. This is achieved by having a container which is divided into clean and used water container sections by a middle partition. The container is equipped with a pair of handles and detachably combines with a lid having a basin formed therein and extending toward the middle partition to provide a seal therewith and separate clean water section from the used water section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Inventor: Liliana Post
  • Patent number: 11896171
    Abstract: One embodiment relates to a sink system having an air recirculating mechanism for exhausted hand dryer air. The sink system includes a sink deck having a sink opening and an outer shell. The sink deck being separated from a sink basin region of a sink basin by a vent ring. A sink basin defines a sink basin region and a plenum region. The plenum region is separated from the sink basin region by the vent ring. A plenum cavity is formed between an internal surface of the outer shall and the plenum region. The vent ring includes a vent with an associated opening. The opening is exposed to the sink basin region and to an area underneath the sink deck, the opening allowing a flow of air therethrough. A dryer is configured to direct forced air through a dryer exhaust port into the sink basin region of the sink basin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Assignee: Stone And Steel Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Randall Gallob, Charles S. Allen, Jason Mak
  • Patent number: 11197585
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a base; a reservoir connected to the base and configured to hold a fluid; a first vessel having a first volume and configured to be removably connected to the base; a connection configured to deliver the fluid from the reservoir to at least the first vessel; and a second vessel. The second vessel is configured to be disposed at least partially within the first vessel; configured to be removably secured to the first vessel; includes an aperture that allows for fluid communication between the second vessel and the first vessel; and has a second volume that is less than the first volume.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2021
    Inventors: Marta Podemska-Mikluch, Lukasz Andrzej Mikluch
  • Patent number: 10836571
    Abstract: A trash receptacle for separating liquids and solids is disclosed. An example embodiment includes: a lid unit including a sink area for receiving waste liquids and a chute area for receiving waste solids; a removable and portable reservoir tank for retaining the waste liquids, the sink area including a connecting tube coupling the sink area to the removable and portable reservoir tank and enabling the waste liquids to flow from the sink area into the removable and portable reservoir tank; and the lid unit being configured to fit over the removable and portable reservoir tank and an opening of a trash container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Inventor: Mark Antony Pierre
  • Patent number: 10168694
    Abstract: Provided is a heat source device including a control unit which, in response to a predetermined request for heating, sets a switching valve to a first circulation mode to communicate first and third ports, whereas to cut off communication between second and third ports, and performs a heating operation by actuating a burner and a circulation pump. In response to a predetermined request for hot water supply, the control unit sets the switching valve to a second circulation mode to communicate second and third ports, whereas to cut off communication between first and third ports, and performs a hot water supply operation, by actuating the burner and the circulation pump. A hot water supply stop alarm unit issues a hot water supply stop alarm that urges a user to stop using hot water when the request for heating is continued for a first predetermined time or more.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Assignee: RINNAI CORPORATION
    Inventor: Shigeki Shimada
  • Patent number: 9515559
    Abstract: There is described a charge pump circuit (1) circuit comprising an input terminal, an output terminal (5) connected to an intermediate node (Ni), a ground terminal (4), a first fly capacitor module (21) with a first fly capacitor (Cfly1) having a first pin (211) and a second pin (212) and connected to the intermediate node (Ni); and a second fly capacitor module (22) with a first fly capacitor (Cfly2) having a first pin (221) and a second pin (222) and connected to the intermediate node (Ni); wherein each being adapted to successively charge and discharge a the first fly capacitor and the second fly capacitor, respectively, wherein the second pin (212) of the first fly capacitor module (21) is connected to the first pin (221) of the second fly capacitor module (22) by a direct connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: ST-ERICSSON SA
    Inventor: Laurent Chevalier
  • Patent number: 9057186
    Abstract: This integrally formed water and space saving lavatory-toilet fixture enables hand washing with potable water from an existing toilet, recycles effluent completely, and provides sanitary, seamless, one-piece, full perimeter tank closure. A flexible hose re-directs supply away from the overflow through an interior fixture cavity and top cast opening toward a basin, that drains back into the reservoir as effluent; supplementing the required volume of water to complete one flush cycle. A cast sidewall basin opening is formed allowing potential drainage to flow through an internal hollow cavity directly into the tank reservoir below. The integrally formed fixture also includes a sloped front wall allowing additional hand washing space, vertically aligned space saving side and rear walls, and, an integrally formed perimeter rim conforming to the shape of the toilet tank edging below, providing hygienic, continuous tank containment and secure, detachable mounting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2015
    Inventor: Brian Patrick Augustine
  • Publication number: 20150040311
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a grey water interface valve liquid level sensor system. The liquid level sensor system may deliver information about the water level and the water movement that occurs in a water reservoir. A control unit may then activate a valve to open so that the water can be removed via vacuum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: Jakob Hennings, Rohan Lean, Joachim Hilse, Razmik B. Boodaghians, Jeroen Willem Kurvink
  • Patent number: 8922369
    Abstract: An electronic faucet has a controller configured to selectively open and close a valve to provide fluid flow through the valve and a passageway of the faucet. The controller is programmed to selectively open and close the valve to generate a fluid flow pattern through the passageway to provide an indication to a user of a condition of the electronic faucet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Masco Corporation of Indiana
    Inventor: Joel D. Sawaski
  • Publication number: 20140366262
    Abstract: A portable assembly comprises a housing unit comprising a top, sides a bottom, a plurality of storage units, and a cover being operable for opening and closing above the top. A counter top is joined to the top. A sink unit is disposed in the counter top. A water supply unit is disposed within the housing unit and supplies water to the sink unit. A cooking unit is disposed in the counter top. At least two shelves are joinable to sides of the counter top. An illumination source is configured to be operable for at least illuminating the counter top and a surrounding area. A plurality of legs supports the housing unit in which the assembly is transportable to a location to provide amenities at the location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: Robert Flynn
  • Patent number: 8844069
    Abstract: An inflatable tank and basin system for providing water for sanitation has a tank constructed from a pliable material with a tank sealed cavity for inflation. In a first state, upon inflation, the tank is for containing water. In a second state, upon deflation, the tank is collapsible for easy portability. The system has a basin with a concave basin top. The basin is constructed from a pliable material with a basin sealed cavity for inflation. In a first state, upon inflation, the basin is for containing water. In a second state, upon deflation, the basin is collapsible for easy portability. The inflatable tank and basin system is for providing water for sanitation in areas wherein there is no present or there is limited/remote access like in parks and disaster shelters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Inventor: Margaret W. Harvey
  • Patent number: 8677522
    Abstract: Food preparation sinks are disclosed which have an integral raised work area that is rinsed by an automatic system. Food waste or the like present in that area can be washed into a sump above a drain, and the weight of the waste and water in the sump is enough to automatically drive them through a baffle to a garbage disposal, without requiring the baffle to be manually opened. An automatic controller system coordinates water flow and garbage disposal operation, and the water supply can be linked to the sink below the sink rim to save counter top space. In some forms multiple rinsing nozzles are provided which pulse in altering fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: Kohler Co.
    Inventors: Steven R. Aykens, Shawn J. Booth, Thomas J. Bostedt, Jonathan P. Loeck
  • Patent number: 8652413
    Abstract: A mobile body disinfection apparatus includes a carrying structure rendered mobile by means of a plurality of wheels attached thereto, a waste collection vessel, a liquid disinfectant dispensing element operated by a photoelectric cell and/or by a dispensing timer control, a filling tank, a supply line to carry the liquid disinfectant from the tank to the dispensing element, a waste tank connected to said washbasin, a drainage line and a central command and control unit suitable to manage at least the liquid disinfectant dispensing operations. The supply line comprises, in turn, at least one pump and one filter suitable to guarantee the elimination of infective elements that might be present in the water coming from the water distribution network and to guarantee a filtering of the liquid disinfectant that might have been contaminated even after filling the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: V.A.R.M. S.p.A.
    Inventor: Gastone Vitali
  • Patent number: 8621682
    Abstract: The invention concerns a system for dispensing and recovering liquids designed to be arranged in a rigid container, comprising a liquid dispensing tank (16) and a tank (17) for recovering liquid after use, each tank (16, 17) including an envelope (18). Each envelope (18) includes two similar walls (19, 20) comprising each an outer surface and a peripheral edge (23). Each envelope (18) has a retracted configuration wherein said walls (19, 20) are deployed one proximate the other and in an inflated configuration wherein said outer surfaces of each said wall (19, 20) are convex. At least one envelope (18) is capable, in its inflated configuration, to be nested in the other envelope (18) in its retracted configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventors: Richard Maximilien, Marc Legrand
  • Publication number: 20130263967
    Abstract: The present invention relates to collection and storage drinking water, e.g. as a step in disaster preparedness. The invention relates to emergency preparedness kits comprising a food-grade bladder composed of thin plastic film for covering the inside surface of a bathtub to provide a barrier between the surface of the bathtub and drinking water contained therein, and for enclosing the contained water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2013
    Publication date: October 10, 2013
    Inventor: Tony Woodruff
  • Publication number: 20120233769
    Abstract: Disclosed is an infant mobile tooth-brushing basin. The infant mobile tooth-brushing basin includes a water supply container and water collecting container received in a main body, a pumping device installed to the top of the main body to pump water in the water supply container, a drain bowl indented in an upper surface of the main body and connected to the water collecting container in which water used upon tooth-brushing is collected, a funnel connected to the main body via a flexible pipe that is connected to the water collecting container, a tool receiving recess and a storage case to receive a toothbrush and toothpaste, and gargle cups. The infant mobile tooth-brushing basin allows infants to brush their teeth alone without assistance of a guardian regardless of a place and assists in forming a tooth-brushing habit by arousing curiosity and interest of infants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Kwang So Song
  • Patent number: 8245330
    Abstract: Exemplary apparatuses and methods for providing clean hot and/or cold water on demand from a portable structure include water storage tanks that store the clean water, and a sink assembly for dispensing the clean water to a user. A pumping system pumps water from the water storage tanks to the sink assembly, and a filtration system that filters water flowing from the sink assembly to the water storage tanks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Inventor: Danny T. Atkinson
  • Publication number: 20120204342
    Abstract: A drain system for a food preparation machine includes a preparation area drain tray; a rinsing station including a water source; a water collection tray disposed below the rinsing station so as to collect water supplied from the water source; and, a passage from the rinsing station to the preparation area drain tray directing water to flush the preparation area drain tray with water supplied from the water source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: ISLAND OASIS FROZEN COCKTAIL COMPANY, INC.
    Inventor: Bryan Hotaling
  • Patent number: 8082611
    Abstract: A portable washing device that combines a base unit, an attached reservoir unit, and a volume of water to create a mobile and easily transportable washing device. The reservoir unit is located above the base unit and includes an attached faucet assembly that allows water to flow from the reservoir unit to the base unit through a faucet after a knob on the faucet is activated. A receiving container located within the base unit catches water after it is utilized in a sink that is located atop the base unit. The receiving container can be drained at a time and place convenient for an individual.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Inventor: Matthew E. Marshall
  • Patent number: 7886936
    Abstract: A insulated cooler includes a thermally insulated storage compartment and a water storage chamber mounted thereon and preferably formed integrally therewith. A water spout communicates with the water storage chamber to permit water to flow from the storage chamber for washing hands and the like when in areas without running water. A soap dispenser is mounted on the cooler to facilitate the washing process. An external carrier may also be mounted on the cooler for carrying various items which do not need to be stored within the insulated storage compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2011
    Inventor: Steven M. Helline
  • Patent number: 7802327
    Abstract: A portable and compact children's training sink is provided with a main housing having a basin, a drain hole disposed in the basin, and a back splash panel substantially adjacent to, behind, and projecting above the basin. Support legs support the main housing, including at least one front support leg and at least one rear support leg. The front and rear support legs are spaced apart to accommodate and placed over or outside of a household bathtub or shower stall. A reservoir is preferably removably disposed in the back splash panel, and a spigot is in fluid communication with the reservoir and extends over and empties into the basin. When the rear support leg is placed inside a bathtub or shower and the front support leg is placed outside the shower, fluid entering the basin by gravity from the reservoir and through the openable spigot exits via the drain hole and empties into the bathtub or shower or a waste water receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Inventors: Judith Moceri, Michael Moceri
  • Patent number: 7743439
    Abstract: A portable sink having a hot and cold water faucet connected to an electric water pump and fresh water tank and a wastewater outlet from said sink connected to a wastewater tank and cabinet mounted on wheels having one upper door that has a dipwell attached that is connected to the fresh and waste-water systems and one lower door to access the interior thereof. The dipwell is mounted on the upper door that is rotatable about a vertical access. The dipwell is within the cabinet when the door is closed and outside the cabinet when the door is rotated 90 degrees in a locked open position. One tank for fresh water is mounted in the cabinet and a tank for wastewater is mounted outside the cabinet. There is an electrical connection for powering the water pump and water heater.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignee: Magnolia Carts, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Anthony Switzer
  • Patent number: 7730561
    Abstract: A used water removal system for a stand-alone hand-wash sink station having a vertically elongated used water storage tank and within which a vertically elongated, fresh water tank is positioned. A sink basin disposed above the used water storage tank drains used water into the used water storage tank. A water line conveys water from the fresh water tank to a faucet located above the sink basin. An inverted, vertically elongated, U-shaped tube is arranged within the station alongside the fresh water tank. One end of the tube opens into the used water storage tank near its lower end. The second end of the tube opens to the outside of the station. The curved bight of the tube is located at a height that is above the maximum height of the used water within the used water storage tank. Water may be rapidly removed from the tank by temporarily applying suction to the second end of the tube to siphon used water through the tube and out of the used water storage tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2010
    Assignee: PolyJohn Enterprises Corporation
    Inventor: Jamie Phillip Kostelyk
  • Publication number: 20100132111
    Abstract: A kitchen sink with a dish-washing apparatus incorporated therein, which enables alternative use of a dish-washing function according to necessities, which can be designed simply, inexpensively, and conveniently for use, and which can increase space utilization, comprises a cover for covering an upper portion of a sink basin so as not for water to be splashed outwardly when dishes are arranged on a floor of the sink basin by means of a grill and are washed, a water supply pump for supplying pressurized washing-water, and a washing-water spray means installed at a lower surface of the cover, the floor of the sink basin or a side wall of the sink basin for spraying into the sink basin the washing-water supplied by the water supply pump so as to wash the dishes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2008
    Publication date: June 3, 2010
    Inventor: Pil Chan Na
  • Publication number: 20090301523
    Abstract: A system and method for a surgical scrub automated cleaning station are disclosed. The surgical scrub cylinder automated cleaning station includes a rotatable, extendable, and retractable wash cylinder that is operable to accommodate any variety of arm length. More specifically, the surgical scrub automated cleaning station may include an accordion, telescoping, or otherwise adjustable cylinder to accommodate a variety of arm lengths. The surgical scrub cylinder automated cleaning station may be used to provide a surgeon or other health care personnel with a hand and forearm washing. The surgical scrub cylinder automated cleaning station may also be monitored to ensure compliance with one or more hygiene protocols.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2009
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Applicant: MERITECH, INC.
    Inventors: Paul R. Barnhill, James Glenn, Kathy Lockridge, Jeff Heng
  • Patent number: 7441286
    Abstract: A portable utility sink with a cart that is collapsible for easy transport in a car. A detachable sink that sits on top of the cart when open. The faucet has the fresh water container attached above to allow for a downward flow of water that makes this sink powerless. The garden hose as a water source when stationary a location that has optional connection ability. The back wheels are for moving the cart. The crossbar is for support of the cart. The retractable handle is for leverage to move, open, close and to fold the cart. The utility sink cart becomes collapsible by pivoting the handle with legs to fold up in a vertical dimension. The pulling of the upward motin starts to collapse reduce in breadth and width. The action is reversed to open.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2008
    Inventor: Alice Lenora Taylor Parker
  • Publication number: 20080098513
    Abstract: A portable washing facility for dispensation of soap, towels, and cleaning fluid for the washing of hands. The portable washing facility includes a liquid dispenser disposed within a housing. The liquid dispenser has a valve for regulating the flow of liquid from said liquid dispenser. The valve is adapted to be received by and to protrude through the housing. A soap dispenser and a towel dispenser are also carried by the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Inventor: Adonna L. Hardway
  • Publication number: 20080052819
    Abstract: The nature of our invention is the permanent attachment of a tank which contains a pump with a discharge pipe and a floating lever switch to the bottom of a utility sink to provide for the elimination of restriction of the placement of the utility sink above the discharge waste water system which always requires gravity for the flow of the liquid in the sink. The invention allows for locating the utility sink with a washer and dryer at any level in a building eliminating the restriction of always maintaining the use of gravity for discharge of sink liquids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2006
    Publication date: March 6, 2008
    Inventors: Ronald Rega, J. David Carr
  • Patent number: 7240379
    Abstract: A portable sink having a hot and cold water faucet connected to an electric water pump and fresh water tank and a wastewater outlet from said sink connected to a wastewater tank and cabinet mounted on wheels having one upper door that has a dipwell attached that is connected to the fresh and waste-water systems and one lower door to access the interior thereof. The dipwell is mounted on the upper door that is rotatable about a vertical access. The dipwell is within the cabinet when the door is closed and outside the cabinet when the door is rotated 90 degrees in a locked open position. One tank for fresh water is mounted in the cabinet and a tank for wastewater is mounted outside the cabinet. There is an electrical connection for powering the water pump and water heater.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Anthony Switzer
  • Patent number: 7159252
    Abstract: A sink may include a basin and a faucet assembly foldably mounted relative to the basin. The faucet assembly is rotatable between an upright position wherein the faucet assembly protrudes out from the basin and a folded position wherein the faucet assembly is received within the basin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2007
    Assignee: Today's Gear, Inc.
    Inventors: John Underbrink, Peter C. Hill
  • Patent number: 6959460
    Abstract: A portable wash basin device is disclosed. The device includes a sink for receiving fresh water therein for permitting a user thereof to wash. The sink defines an open top for the reception therein of the fresh water so that the user thereof is permitted to wash therein. A container is disposed adjacent to the sink for containing the fresh water and a pump is operably connected to the container for pumping the fresh water from the container into the sink. A lid is secured to the sink such that when the lid is disposed in an open disposition thereof, access to the sink by the user thereof is permitted and when the lid is disposed in a closed disposition thereof, the lid covers the sink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2005
    Inventor: Scott Patterson
  • Patent number: 6913598
    Abstract: This is a handheld eye flushing apparatus that comprises an eyecup that holds eyewash liquid in it for eye flushing. The rim of the eyecup is contoured to the eye orbit and rests on the eye orbital area. Attached to the inside of the eyecup is a stirring mechanism that stirs the eyewash liquid during usage. The force and duration of the stirring is predetermined to prevent eye damage. This apparatus accommodates the free movement of the eyelids and the eyeball inside the eyecup during utilization. The rim of this eyecup may have a liner to further increase comfort and liquid sealing around the eye. A magnetic strip may be placed near the bottom part of the rim to catch ferrous metal particles in industrial environment usage. A grid may be added between the rim and the agitator to keep the user away from the agitator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2005
    Inventor: Kuldip Chand Tangri
  • Patent number: 6848126
    Abstract: A mobile, portable washing bowl or bidet, sink bowl and shower primarily for use indoors. The system uses running water and there is no need for electronic pumps. The entire device is easily transported and meets the personal hygiene needs of people with limited mobility. The washing bowl and sink bowl are mounted to a vertical support riser and washing bowl support plate. The entire frame is mounted to a pneumatic height adjuster assembly, which in turn is mounted to a five-legged caster base. Each leg of the wheelbase terminates with locking casters. There is a water tank which allows water to flow, via gravity, through three sets of flexible hoses to the sink, then the washing bowl and finally through the draining hose. Each hose has a shut off valve so that water can either be contained or released in each of the holding places —the water tank, the sink bowl or the washing bowl.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2005
    Inventor: Saint-Ange Marcellus
  • Publication number: 20040237188
    Abstract: A mobile, portable washing bowl or bidet, sink bowl and shower primarily for use indoors. The system uses running water and there is no need for electronic pumps. The entire device is easily transported and meets the personal hygiene needs of people with limited mobility. The washing bowl and sink bowl are mounted to a vertical support riser and washing bowl support plate. The entire frame is mounted to a pneumatic height adjuster assembly, which in turn is mounted to a five-legged caster base. Each leg of the wheelbase terminates with locking casters. There is a water tank which allows water to flow, via gravity, through three sets of flexible hoses to the sink, then the washing bowl and finally through the draining hose. Each hose has a shut off valve so that water can either be contained or released in each of the holding places—the water tank, the sink bowl or the washing bowl.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Saint-Ange Marcellus
  • Patent number: 6611972
    Abstract: A sink comprising a basin and a faucet assembly foldably mounted relative to the basin. The faucet assembly is rotatable between an upright position wherein the faucet assembly protrudes out from the basin and a folded position wherein the faucet assembly is received within the basin. Another embodiment comprises a sink assembly including a sink housing including a conduit rack and a receptacle for a sink with such a foldable faucet assembly. The sink assembly may further include one or more slidable table portions or a pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position. A serving cart, a gardening cart and a barbecue station, each including a sink with a foldable faucet assembly and a slidable table portion or pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2003
    Assignee: Spang & Company
    Inventors: John Underbrink, Peter C. Hill
  • Patent number: 6574805
    Abstract: A collapsible sink device includes a collapsible frame movable between an extended position and a collapsed position and a sink detachably mounted on the collapsible frame. The collapsible frame includes four legs and two foldable plank assemblies each including two planks each pivotally connected with one of the legs so that the foldable plank assemblies are parallel to each other in the extended position and that the planks of each of the foldable plank assemblies overlap in the collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2003
    Inventor: Jack Liu
  • Publication number: 20030019031
    Abstract: A portable sink with at least one compartment and one faucet mounted on a light weight cabinet with wheels having hot and cold water produced through a faucet from either an internal self contained fresh water tank or an optional external source of water which pass from the sink to a self contained used water holding tank. The cabinet has two doors access the interior thereof. The cabinet holds one self-contained fresh water holding tank and one self-contained used water holding tank. Mounted within the cabinet is an electrical water pump connected to the optional external power source. The heater heats water coming from either the internal or optional external water sources, which is then pumped by the water pump to the faucet and then into the self contained used water tanks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2001
    Publication date: January 30, 2003
    Inventor: Joseph K. Mosis
  • Patent number: 6446277
    Abstract: A high-capacity chemical and/or radiological decontamination system including: a shower unit (1) designed to shower persons individually with a regeneratable active product for a predetermined time ranging between 5 and 20 seconds; a collecting device (14) for collecting the contaminated active product from the shower unit; and a unit (2) for regenerating the contaminated active product so that it can be recycled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Assignee: Prevor International
    Inventor: Joël Blomet
  • Patent number: 6405939
    Abstract: A voice-controlled shower system for use with a conventional shower assembly includes sources of hot and cold water, a showerhead, and a conduit for delivering water from the water sources to the showerhead. Each water source includes a control valve coupled to a control unit. The control unit is adapted to store electric impulses representative of a predetermined vocabulary of voice commands. The shower system further includes a receiver for receiving a speech input from a user and delivering corresponding electric impulses to the control unit. The electric impulses of the speech input are compared by the control unit to the electric impulses of the vocabulary of voice commands, the control unit actuating predetermined control valves upon recognizing a match so as to start or stop the water flow from the water sources to the showerhead or to adjust the water temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2002
    Inventors: Gino A. Mazzenga, Thomas B. Brundage
  • Patent number: 6402776
    Abstract: The invention concerns an apparatus for inducing deep physical and mental relaxation, consisting of a housing containing both a collector (4) and a reservoir (5) wherein are housed a pump (1) and a thermostat heater (2). The liquid contained in the reservoir can be maintained at constant temperature and pumped by a tube (6) to flow onto the patient's forehead whose head rests on the collector. The invention also concerns two other embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Inventor: Bertrand Martin
  • Patent number: 6401274
    Abstract: A central steel column serves as a core module for a portable washstand. The column extends upwardly from a horizontal foot, and has foot pumps which communicate with a water intake tube and with water spouts. In addition, the central column has fasteners, such as adjustable bands, for connecting fresh and waste water receptacles to the column. A yoke may have pins which extend into the rims of the receptacles to connect them to the column. The receptacles may be conventional cylindrical drums, which support a molded plastic countertop with washbasins positioned beneath the spouts. For decorative purposes, a molded front panel extends between the countertop and the base, and together with a sheet rear panel encloses the two drums. Paper towel and soap dispensers may be connected to the central column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Wilbert, Inc.
    Inventor: Henry F. Brown
  • Patent number: 6256803
    Abstract: A baby changing and washing station is disclosed, designed as an apparatus to aid in the washing and/or cleansing of an infant. The present invention comprises a frame that is attached to a wall and provides for a fold down table portion, similar in design to a conventional diaper changing station. A padded vinyl area for the infant is provided along with restraining straps to hold the infant. A water bottle is provided in a heated container to allow the water to be slightly warmed. Tubing is designed to carry the water through a release device at the end of the tube to allow cleansing of the infant after a diaper change or may be used to wash the entire infant. A drain system in the fold down table collects the waste water in a catch basin which may be removed and emptied after bathing duties are complete.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2001
    Inventors: Roxanne Sauerbrei, Sasha Orihuela Dorsey
  • Patent number: 6256809
    Abstract: There is disclosed a waste prevention system which avoids the discharge, inadvertent or otherwise, of laboratory waste, into a public sewage system and subsequently into the natural environment. The system employs, in combination, a laboratory sink having cooperatively connect thereto a carboy for collecting pollutants. The carboy is provided with elements to permit removal of samples of materials delivered thereto from the sink for testing of the same to determine the presence of pollutants. In the event no pollutants are present, the carboy may simply be opened and any wash or rinse water from the sink can be delivered into a public sewage system and then to the environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2001
    Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
    Inventors: Norman Goldschmidt, Andrew Hahn
  • Patent number: 6173458
    Abstract: A portable sink having a sink module and a hot and cold water outlet connected to a spigot and a used water outlet from said sink connected to a cabinet mounted on wheels having at least one door to access the interior thereof. At least one tank for fresh water and a reservoir for used water is mounted in the cabinet. An electrical connection for powering a pump and a heater connected to the outlet of the pump has an outlet connected to the hot water outlet and a connection from the pump to the cold water outlet. A hammer arrester diminishes line surges and fluidic pounding from the pump, and a flow check valve prevents back flow to the fresh water tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2001
    Assignee: Cambro Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: Larry D. Maddux
  • Patent number: 6161228
    Abstract: Portable sink apparatus attachable to an external, portable reservoir capable of containing a supply of fluid and attachable to an external, portable reservoir capable of containing spent or waste fluid, and methods of manufacture and use thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Assignee: Aseptico, Incorporated
    Inventor: Jan Wietecha
  • Patent number: 5938261
    Abstract: A mobile beverage station includes a trailer booth and wheels. The front of the trailer booth is curved and formed at least in part by a plurality of flat windows. The station may have an escape hatch in the roof, and the wheels may be out from under the trailer booth. The wheels may be detachable and the trailer booth may be adapted so that, when the wheels are detached, the trailer booth can rest on a support structure and appear as a permanent building structure. Another mobile beverage station includes a trailer booth and a sink set inside the trailer booth. The sink set includes a mop sink, a grey-water storage tank, a vent pipe, a mop sink drainage pipe, a hand sink, a hand sink drainage pipe, and an open-cup drain connector. The vent pipe leads from a side of the grey-water storage tank near the top of the grey-water storage tank to outside the trailer booth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1999
    Inventor: Paul L. Faba
  • Patent number: 5918323
    Abstract: Mobile hospital liquid sanitation cart for convenient and safe collection and ready transport and disposal of liquid waste from patients. A cuplike receptor on flexible tubing is extended to receive waste liquid and convey it to temporary storage in the cart. Rinse liquid is provided to the receptor to wash down the waste liquid and also is available to wash down the waste storage when at a suitable discharge location, as over a toilet bowl or other drain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 6, 1999
    Inventor: Anthony Smith
  • Patent number: 5704078
    Abstract: A portable sink is particularly adapted for use in a portable toilet and includes a cabinet in which a conventional five gallon bottle of water can be retained. The sink is designed to drain into the portable toilet, and a supply of deodorizing soap operates to both clean a user's hands and deodorize the entire portable toilet assembly. Suction cups are provided on rear and bottom surfaces of the sink to facilitate its attachment to the plastic housing of the portable toilet, and adjustable brackets mounted on magnetic supports allow the brackets to be positioned to fit virtually any manufactured shape of water bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1998
    Inventor: Velma Chandler
  • Patent number: 5687434
    Abstract: A portable wash station, comprising an outer water tank, a flexible inner water tank secured within the outer tank, and a sink basin affixed atop the outer tank including at least one sink, one water faucet for dispensing water from the outer tank and one drain for draining water from the sink into the inner tank. The flexible inner tank has an associated volume that expands as the water is dispensed from the outer tank and into the flexible inner tank, that contracts as the water is removed therefrom, and that is subjected to minimal hydraulic pressure from the water dispensed therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 18, 1997
    Assignee: PolyJohn Enterprises Corporation
    Inventor: Richard Leach Tagg
  • Patent number: 5548856
    Abstract: A mobile sanitation that includes at least one conventional self-contained chemical toilet and at least one hand washing system that are mounted together onto a flat bed of a trailer. The self-contained chemical toilet or toilets are arranged to gravity drain through a common line and the hand washing system includes a housing with a sealed bottom end that is secured onto the trailer flat bed to be positioned alongside the chemical toilet or toilets. The hand washing system housing includes a divider plate secured thereacross forming the housing into a fresh water reservoir that is accessed through the housing top end, a hand washing section that is accessed through an opening in the housing, that includes a drain plate secured across the housing as a bottom of the hand washing section, and with a dirty water reservoir as the housing bottom portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 27, 1996
    Inventor: Vincent D. Julian