Patents Assigned to Kärcher North America, Inc.
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Publication number: 20210101803Abstract: Fluid treatment and recycling systems are provided. In various embodiments, systems are provided that are portable or semi-portable such that the systems can be conveyed to various locations or work sites. Systems are provided with a plurality of filtration elements or stages. Systems of the present disclosure are operable to remove coarse and fine particulates from a quantity of fluid such that the fluid is rendered suitable for further use.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Bruce Allen Hurtado, Gerardo Angel Gonzalez-Chapa, Trent Garner, Kyle Murray
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Publication number: 20200340710Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to protective devices and cover members. In some embodiments, cover members are provided that are operable to protect covered components and to allow heat dissipation from the components. Cover members of the present disclosure are suitable for use with heat exchangers including, for example, those provided with hot water pressure washers.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2020Publication date: October 29, 2020Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Guillermo Morales, Trent Garner, Glenn Schmierer
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Publication number: 20200272154Abstract: Robotic devices are provided that can be operated in an autonomous mode. In various embodiments, the devices comprise lighting elements that are capable of displaying information to humans within a robotic environment. A variety of future and near-future actions are expressed through different operations and sequences of the lighting elements. The lighting elements further enable the device to express a current status.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2020Publication date: August 27, 2020Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Adam Bearup, Justin LaMar, Nicole Willer
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Publication number: 20200237177Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to an apparatus for cleaning or otherwise treating a floor or ground surface. Devices provided herein include various features to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of cleaning operations. Such devices includes, but are not limited to, bearing protector devices, cord and cable management devices, and ergonomic features useful with ride-on floor treating machines.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2020Publication date: July 30, 2020Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Venard, Scott Pyne, Jared Adams
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Publication number: 20200121150Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to floor surface cleaning or treatment machines. In various embodiments, powered floor cleaning devices are provided with improved deck assemblies. The deck assemblies are operable to control at least one of the direction and velocity of a floor cleaning device and provide improved handling and cleaning abilities.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2018Publication date: April 23, 2020Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: NICHOLAS BRIAN O'KANE, JOE WHITE, ANTHONY KING
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Patent number: 10555657Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an apparatus for cleaning or otherwise treating a floored surface that includes a platform adapted to support the weight of an operator. In addition, one embodiment of the present invention is capable of generally performing 360 degree turns to facilitate the treatment of difficult to access portions of the floored surface.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2017Date of Patent: February 11, 2020Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Roger Pedlar, Daniel Pearson, Eric L. Shark, Daniel Venard, Brian J. Doll, Rusty Simmon, Nevin Green, Loi K. Tran, Robert S. Gorsky
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Patent number: 10328838Abstract: A trailer device is provided with pressure washing features and devices. The trailer device is convertible between at least a first and mode of transport, wherein a first mode comprises a towing mode, and a second mode comprises a push or manual operation mode. The device also comprises various on-board features and control systems such that a fully-functional pressure washing unit is provided that is easily transporting between locations.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2017Date of Patent: June 25, 2019Assignee: KÄRCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.Inventors: Rasmey Yim, Kyle Murray, Shannon Taylor
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Publication number: 20190150690Abstract: A portable cleaning assembly is provided. The cleaning assembly comprises a fluid dispensation path for ejecting at least a first and a second cleaning solution from the assembly. The dispensation path comprises at least one shared segment, and a second fluid or solution is preferably passed through the shared segment wherein the second fluid comprises a solvent and is operable to clean at least one of the shared segment and an ejection nozzle associated with the shared segment.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2019Publication date: May 23, 2019Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas Brian O'Kane
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Patent number: 10293352Abstract: A spray gun for dispensing fluids is provided. The spray gun provides a plurality of trigger members for activating a valve of the gun and enabling dispensation of a fluid. At least some of the trigger members can be provided in force transmitting communication with at least one additional trigger member, such that activation of any one or more of the trigger members is capable of enabling dispensation of a fluid.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2016Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Marcos Moreno Pastor, Jesus Rafael Flores Montano
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Patent number: 10188250Abstract: A compact machine for cleaning floors includes a solution tank and dispensing system for dispensing solution onto the surface to be cleaned, a deck assembly for guiding dirty solution to a recovery pickup point, a mechanically operated pump for collecting the dirty solution from the recovery pickup point, and a recovery tank for receiving the collected fluid.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2014Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
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Publication number: 20180221920Abstract: Methods and systems for cleaning floor surfaces are provided. In various embodiments, floor cleaning devices comprise enhanced cleaning and disinfecting capabilities. A clean fluid storage tank and a spent fluid storage tank are provided on-board the device. Means for creating cavitation bubbles to enhance cleaning are contemplated. Additionally, chemical agents and systems are contemplated for sanitizing surfaces as well as fluid that is captured or recaptured by the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2018Publication date: August 9, 2018Applicant: KÄRCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.Inventors: Timothy Piwonka-Corle, Garrett Geer, Rylee Schauer
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Patent number: 9877624Abstract: A compact machine for cleaning floors includes a solution tank and dispensing system for dispensing solution onto the surface to be cleaned, a deck assembly for guiding dirty solution to a recovery pickup point, a mechanically operated pump for collecting the dirty solution from the recovery pickup point, and a recovery tank for receiving the collected fluid.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2015Date of Patent: January 30, 2018Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
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Patent number: 9877625Abstract: A compact machine for cleaning floors includes a solution tank and dispensing system for dispensing solution onto the surface to be cleaned, a deck assembly for guiding dirty solution to a recovery pickup point, a mechanically operated pump for collecting the dirty solution from the recovery pickup point, and a recovery tank for receiving the collected fluid.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2015Date of Patent: January 30, 2018Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
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Patent number: 9757005Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an apparatus for cleaning or otherwise treating a floored surface that includes a platform adapted to support the weight of an operator. In addition, one embodiment of the present invention is capable of generally performing 360E turns to facilitate the treatment of difficult to access portions of the floored surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2016Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Roger Pedlar, Daniel Pearson, Eric L. Shark, Daniel C. Venard, Brian J. Doll, Rusty Simmon, Nevin Green, Loi X. Tran, Robert S. Gorsky
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Patent number: D809721Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2014Date of Patent: February 6, 2018Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
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Patent number: D833696Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2016Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Adam Bearup, Michael Rasmussen
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Patent number: D839512Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2018Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Adam Bearup, Michael Ramussen
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Patent number: D860562Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2017Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Michael Rasmussen, Manuel Schulze, John Guilford, Sheri Huther, Adam Bearup
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Patent number: D901799Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2019Date of Patent: November 10, 2020Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.Inventors: Patrick Stariha, Javier Garza, Marcos Moreno, Roland Michael Meyer
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Patent number: D919208Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2019Date of Patent: May 11, 2021Assignee: KÄRCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.Inventor: Trent Garner
