Abstract: Systems, methods and devices for converting existing ice resurfacers to reuse collected ice and snow for further ice resurfacing. The systems, methods and devices allows for efficient, clean and environmental friendly ice resurfacing. The conversion includes the modification and/or replacement of the snow dump tank, main water tank and the installing of heating and power systems. This invention is designed for present machines and for incorporation into future manufacturing of ice resurfacers. While reducing the requirement for large amounts of fresh water, the surface water being pre-heated by two commercial hot water tanks, it also reduces the amount of labor and costs associated with ice resurfacing.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 1, 2013
Date of Patent:
September 27, 2016
Assignee:
GREINS ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Inventors:
Ronald Albert, Doug Graham, Darin Dowich, Marc Burnet