Abstract: A system and associated method are provided for maintenance of a plurality of washroom facilities by maintenance personnel, wherein each of the washroom facilities has one or more consumable product dispensers that require periodic refill. For each of the washroom facilities, the product dispensers are configured with a sensor that detects a product level or amount condition of the product dispenser, the sensors in communication with a monitoring station assigned to the washroom facility. A set of instructions unique to each of the washroom facilities is generated based upon the detected product level or amount conditions of the dispensers in the respective washroom facility, the set of instructions including instructions as to the amount of product refill to be added to the dispensers.

Abstract: Provided is a toilet system that can provide more detailed information about a use state of a toilet. The toilet system includes: a detection unit (a door lock sensor, a seating sensor, a rotation sensor, a toilet washing switch, etc.) which detects a situation inside a toilet stall; and a control unit which determines, based on a detection result of the detection unit, that the toilet stall is in a vacant state or in an used state, and further makes at least one of a determination that the toilet stall in the used state is in a state immediately after a start of use and a determination that the toilet stall in the used state is in a state immediately before an end of use, and outputs a signal including determination results.

Abstract: A lavatory drain system is disclosed. The basin, containing a U-shaped drain channel, employs one of two draining embodiments. In the first, a drain plate divides the drain channel into two chambers, allowing for fluid communication between them through openings in the drain plate. In another embodiment, the drain channel forms the upper chamber while a pipe disposed below the channel serves as a lower chamber for fluid to flow to the drain. Further, the drain cap of the claimed system is configured to direct air about the basin. One embodiment utilizes a ridge protruding over one of the basin's sides to captures air and directs it to a return duct. In the other embodiment, a series of louvres located in an opening are used to filter water and debris from the air before it returns to the fan.

Abstract: A disclosed plunging apparatus, system and method includes applying a graduated accordian suction apparatus defining an oval opening and gradually larger plunging sections, wherein a cross section of each gradually larger plunging section resembles a tear drop perimeter having a globular form at a bottom tapering to an apogee point top. The method also includes securing a projecting lip around the oval opening adjacent a toilet bowl drain. The method additionally includes commencing a plunging action via a smallest plunging section proximal the oval opening. The method further includes enabling the plunging action via a collapsible webbing there between the graduated plunging sections. The method yet includes continuing the plunging action via a largest plunging section distal the oval opening. The method even includes repeating the plunging action via a handle attached to one of the graduated plunging sections.

Abstract: A self-closing spout having a cylindrical housing (10) with a delivery spout where the cylindrical housing is positioned around a cylindrical body (6) having a primary latching system and a secondary latching system for controlling the opening and closing of said self-closing spout when said self-closing spout is attached to a container. A circular sleeve (4) is positioned around the cylindrical body (6) for operating a valve operating system (14). The primary latching system has a latch (9) and an actuator (11) for opening the latch (9) and the secondary latching system has two stepped tabs (8) that engage a lip (10A) on the housing 10 to prevent fluid in a container to which the spout is attached from leaking.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a drain plug linkage arrangement including a pull rod assembly, an operating rod, a drain plug, and a drain pipe, wherein the drain plug is movably mounted in the drain pipe. The pull rod assembly includes a pull rod and a connecting rod, wherein the pull rod is connected to the connecting rod via a button. A first end of the operating rod is inserted into the drain pipe from a sidewall of the drain pipe and is connected to the drain plug. The operating rod is connected to the connecting rod of the pull rod assembly. Assembly and disassembly between the pull rod and the connecting rod disclosed in the present invention are very convenient.

Abstract: A toilet sealing ring and boot is disclosed herein. The toilet sealing ring and boot includes a toilet flange adapter comprising a rubber flange ring, seal, or gasket and a rubber boot or sleeve for connecting the toilet to the sewer system pipes. The toilet sealing ring and boot is configured to replace the existing wax ring on traditional toilets. The existing wax ring on existing toilets break down easily and do not provide optimal protection against leaks. Furthermore, the toilet sealing ring includes a boot assembly with a ring assembly mounted to its top end. The ring assembly may be made out of rubber and includes a memory foam material. The memory foam material aids the toilet sealing ring and boot to be mounted onto any toilet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water gun, in particular to a toy water gun comprising a supply line, which is adapted to supply a pressurized liquid from a source, a nozzle arrangement for ejecting the liquid to the environment as well as a valve for controlling a flow of the liquid in a direction from the supply line to the nozzle arrangement. The water gun additionally includes a flow-smoothing device, with the valve arranged behind the flow-smoothing device with respect to the flow direction.

Abstract: A pool includes a main pool body defining an inner cavity, and a pillar within the inner cavity which cooperates with the main pool body to define an annular lane therebetween. The pillar provides the pool greater functionality that extends beyond the scope of the traditional pool, such as by enabling a separate pool, a platform, or other structures to coexist with the annular lane within the inner cavity. Further, a flow generating device may be provided to generate a circulating water flow within the pool that moves around the annular lane.

Abstract: A micro-spill prevention trough and method for use in with intermediate bulk container (IBC) totes is disclosed herein. The micro-spill prevention trough includes an attachment portion rotationally coupled to fluid retention portion. The attachment portion is configured to be secured under a spout of an intermediate bulk container (IBC) tote. The attachment portion includes a bucket portion defining a fluid retention space. The fluid retaining portion defines a second fluid retention space, wherein the fluid retaining portion pivots between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position a front wall of the fluid retaining portion pivots into the bucket portion of the attachment portion to define a fluid retention container.

Abstract: A toilet includes a bowl with a sump and a trapway connecting the sump to an outlet of the toilet. The trapway has a zeta shape and is configured to induce a siphon which provides pressure to suction waste water from the bowl during a flush cycle. A trapway supply conduit is connected to the trapway in a tangential orientation to an upleg region of the trapway. The trapway supply conduit supplies water to the trapway, which follows a contour of the inner surface of the trapway supply conduit and continues in the same direction into the upleg region of the trapway by relying on a fluid flow to follow the curve of a convex surface placed proximate to the flow.

Abstract: A cap with improved usability is provided. The present invention provides a cap including a cap body to be fitted to a mouth of a container, wherein the cap is configured to include: a valve seat having a flow aperture; a valve body to be separated from or seated on the valve seat so as to open and close the flow aperture; and a biasing member to bias the valve body in a seating direction, and configured to increase a flow area in which contents flow with an increase in a displacement of the valve body, and the cap further includes a displacement restricting section to restrict the displacement of the valve body.

Abstract: An apparatus for a wearable sanitizer dispenser that comprises elastic elements filled with liquid sanitizer. Each elastic element is for storing, transporting and dispensing sanitizer. The elastic element has a slit on its surface. The release of liquid sanitizer stored in the elastic element is prompted by compressing the elastic element and squeezing liquid sanitizer through the slit. The slit is also used for inserting liquid sanitizer into the elastic element. Multiple elastic elements can be strung together through the tube and worn as a bracelet or necklace.

Abstract: A cabinet for storing items has at least one carousel rotatable about an axis of the cabinet, and each carousel has a plurality of compartments formed about the axis. The cabinet is structured to store items into the compartments or discharge items out of the compartments.

Abstract: The invention relates to a drain valve (1) for a sanitary cistern, in particular a concealed cistern, having a valve housing (2) with a drain opening (4), the drain opening (4) being delimited by a valve seat (6), and a valve body (7), which rests in a sealing manner on the valve seat (6) in the closed state of the drain valve, the valve housing (2) having a housing chamber (11), arranged upstream of the valve seat (6) in the direction of flow, for receiving water.

Abstract: A bathtub (1) which comprises: —a main body (2) having side walls (22, 22a, 22b), at least one of which presents an inner surface provided with guide means (3); —supporting means (4) engaged with guide means (3) and configured for supporting at least a portion of user's body in order to allow, in use, simulating user flotation.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser can have a bottle holder and a dispenser bulb, and a bottle can be placed in the bottle holder so that fluids can drain down into the dispenser bulb. The dispenser bulb can have a dispenser pore that can be a slit. A user can squeeze the dispenser bulb, so that the fluid within the dispenser bulb can be dispensed through the dispenser opening.

Abstract: The invention pertains generally to an improved fluid dispensing device, particularly a dispensing device which employs at least one hemispherical domed cannister source of reactants and which uses a color-changing dispensing plastic tip to inform the end-user if the reactants are at a proper use temperature.

Abstract: This disclosure includes devices, systems, apparatuses, and implementations associated with a wall-mounted beverage dispensing system. The beverage dispensing system is configured to fit between standard space between studs. In some implementations, the studs may provide the sole support for the beverage dispensing system. The beverage dispensing system may include a filter that is accessible for replacement without the use for tools.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a self-defense ring assembly and method for a user to deter an assailant, having a ring body, a chamber within the ring body containing a pressurized repellant, a conduit within the ring body, a nozzle located on a surface of the ring body, and a button located on the ring, the button having a portion of the conduit passing through the button such that the button selectively translates the portion of the conduit. Furthermore, the ring assembly includes a track running along the ring body, and a cover member that selectively translates along the track, the cover member selectively exposing the button.