Patents Assigned to Aquatec
  • Drink dispenser and method of preparation
    Patent number: 4940164
    Abstract: The improved method and apparatus for dispensing carbonated water from a supply of cooled water includes thermal coaction of carbonator apparatus with a reservoir of cooled water, and includes a control system to inhibit water-pumping operation into the carbonator apparatus after the reservoir of cooled water is depleted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 10, 1990
    Assignee: Aquatec
    Inventors: Mark W. Hancock, Marvin M. May
  • Gas-driven carbonator and method
    Patent number: 4859376
    Abstract: An improved carbonator and method is disclosed which delivers water under pressure to a carbonator from a pump driven by the carbonating gas under pressure, the exhaust from which is mixed with the water being carbonated. Alternative embodiments are disclosed which are configured in unitary, low-cost, compact configuration conducive to cooling within confined compartments. Low operating pressures permit convenient use of inexpensive plastic components for efficient operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 22, 1989
    Assignee: Aquatec
    Inventors: Mark W. Hancock, Marvin M. May