Patents Assigned to Karcher North America
  • Floor treatment apparatus
    Patent number: 10555657
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2020
    Assignee: 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
  • HAND HELD FLUID DISPENSING APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20190270104
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2019
    Publication date: September 5, 2019
    Applicant: Karcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Marcos Moreno Pastor, Jesus Rafael Flores Montano
  • Utility trailer with multiple modes of conveyance and operation
    Patent number: 10328838
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Assignee: KÄRCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Rasmey Yim, Kyle Murray, Shannon Taylor
  • AUTOMATIC FLUSHING OF INTERIM NOZZLE ON A CLEANING MACHINE
    Publication number: 20190150690
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2019
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Applicant: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Nicholas Brian O'Kane
  • Hand held fluid dispensing apparatus
    Patent number: 10293352
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Marcos Moreno Pastor, Jesus Rafael Flores Montano
  • Floor cleaning tool having a mechanically operated pump
    Patent number: 10188250
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
  • PRESSURE WASHER HAVING A TUBULAR FRAME MEMBER
    Publication number: 20180290180
    Abstract: A frame for a pressure washing device is provided. The frame comprises at least one tubular member and a plurality of bends are provided in the tubular member. The frame is preferably devoid of a support plate and is adapted to receive at least one of a power source and a pump that is directly mounted to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2018
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Applicant: KARCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventor: CHARLES J. LUBY
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING HEAT TRANSFER IN A PRESSURE WASHER
    Publication number: 20180272392
    Abstract: A pressure washing device is provided with a bypass mode. The device comprises a bypass mode and bypass structure that is in fluid communication with a fluid tank for at least one of storing and cooling a fluid that has been heated to unacceptable levels. The present disclosure further provides various devices and features for managing and mitigating heating and over-heating of fluids and components in communication with the fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2018
    Publication date: September 27, 2018
    Applicant: KARCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: HECTOR VALDEZ JARAMILLO, ERIC L. SHARK, ADAM BEARUP
  • HOLLOW PISTON PUMP
    Publication number: 20180274535
    Abstract: A positive displacement pump is provided. The pump comprises at least one piston operable to be powered by a power source and to pressurize a fluid. The at least one piston comprises an at least partially hollow piston wherein a flow of fluid is induced into and through the piston and a surrounding piston chamber. The piston preferably comprises a direct-mounted outlet valve for controlling a flow of fluid into and out of the piston.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2018
    Publication date: September 27, 2018
    Applicant: KARCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventor: HECTOR VALDEZ JARAMILLO
  • FLOOR CLEANING DEVICE WITH DISINFECTION CAPABILITIES
    Publication number: 20180221920
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Publication date: August 9, 2018
    Applicant: KÄRCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Timothy Piwonka-Corle, Garrett Geer, Rylee Schauer
  • Floor cleaning tool having a mechanically operated pump
    Patent number: 9877624
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
  • Floor cleaning tool having a mechanically operated pump
    Patent number: 9877625
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
  • ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER
    Publication number: 20170304873
    Abstract: An electric pressure washer includes an electric motor operably connected to a pump, one or more removable detergent tanks, a removable accessory bucket in which a spray gun, high pressure hose, and other accessories may be stored, and a foot pedal for facilitating operator control of one or more features of the electric pressure washer during use. The electric pressure washer may also include a folding handle for facilitating storage and transport.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2017
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Applicant: KARCHER NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: CHARLES JOHN LUBY, ADAM BEARUP, TRENT GARNER, SHERI HUTHER, MICHAEL RASMUSSEN
  • Floor treatment apparatus
    Patent number: 9757005
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: 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
  • Floor treatment apparatus
    Patent number: 9730566
    Abstract: 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° turns to facilitate the treatment of difficult to access portions of the floored surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: 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
  • Trailer device
    Patent number: D793911
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Rasmey Yim, Zhak A. Polovin, Shannon L. Taylor
  • Floor cleaning device
    Patent number: D809721
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2018
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel C. Venard, Adam Bearup
  • Pressure washer
    Patent number: D833696
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2018
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Adam Bearup, Michael Rasmussen
  • Pressure washer
    Patent number: D839512
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Adam Bearup, Michael Ramussen
  • Vacuum wand
    Patent number: D860562
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Kärcher North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Rasmussen, Manuel Schulze, John Guilford, Sheri Huther, Adam Bearup