Abstract: An occupant-actuated massager for a hydrotherapy vessel. The massager jet has an actuation point at which the occupant applies force to cause the pressurized water to flow therethrough and provide a massage via a shuttle. A valve piston is actuated to open and close based on the application of force to the actuation point. Optionally, a venturi can be used to introduce air into the water flow to provide further massage.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a grey water interface valve liquid level sensor system. The liquid level sensor system may deliver information about the water level and the water movement that occurs in a water reservoir. A control unit may then activate a valve to open so that the water can be removed via vacuum.

Abstract: A toilet includes a bowl having an opening, an outlet, and two jet holes positioned above a water line defined by a weir of a trapway. The two jet holes are configured to evacuate waste from the bowl into a drain.

Abstract: A portable sink includes a container for holding wash water, an inlet line to bring fresh water into the container, and an outlet line to remove wastewater from the container. A float valve on the inlet line maintains wash water at a selected level within the container. A faucet attached to the float valve may further provide a separate source of clean water to the user. The outlet line further includes a siphon to draw the wastewater from the container to a selected discharge location. The sink may be provided with one or more handles and/or a caster assembly or dolly for ease of movement about the work area. The siphon preferably includes an airlock to prevent the ingress of air at the discharge end under conditions of less than maximum flow.

Abstract: A check valve 1 includes a housing member 10 inside which a fluid passage is formed, and a valve member 20 disposed inside the member 10. A valve seat part 11 is provided on an inner circumference surface of the member 10, the valve member 20 includes a valve disk 21 seated in a sealable manner on a seat surface 11a of the valve seat part 11, a pressing member 22 supported with the member 10 and pressing the valve disk 21 on the seat surface 11a, and a valve driving member 23 connected to the valve disk 21 and driving the valve disk 21 against pressing force of the pressing member 22, and an operating member 30 configured to be capable of operating the valve driving member 23 such that the valve disk 21 of the valve member 20 moves apart from the seat surface 11a is provided.

Abstract: An apparatus capable of moving a toilet seat from one position to another in a number of ways including, but not limited to, a switch, voice recognition software, infrared remote control, a motion detector, and a mobile device application. A lifting structure is attached under the seat and is connected to a housing containing a motor and/or a microprocessor.

Abstract: A lift assembly for a spa cover is disclosed. The spa cover is for covering an open upper end of a spa. The lift assembly includes a lever arm having a first portion for supporting a spa cover, and a first end for pivotable coupling to a sidewall of a spa for rotation of the lever arm between a closed position in which the spa cover rests on the upper end of the spa, and an open position in which the spa cover is displaced from the upper end of the spa. The lift assembly also includes a resilient spring having a first end coupled to the lever arm, and a second end for coupling to the sidewall of the spa. In the open position of the lever arm, the spring urges the lever arm to rotate toward the closed position. A spa including the lift assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: A water outlet fitting having a base, a hose device with a hose and a water outlet head as well as a holding device including: a mounting portion for mounting the holding device on the base of the water outlet fitting; a locking portion on the free end of the holding device for producing detachable locking of the hose device; and a guide portion for connecting the locking portion to the mounting portion and provide a contact face for the hose device; wherein in a first handling variant the hose device is locked on the holding device, wherein in a second handling variant the hose device is removed from the holding device and is movable in relation to the holding device, and a corresponding holding device. The water outlet fitting has an operating element which is developed in the manner of a stirrup-shaped handle surrounding the water outlet and/or base.

Abstract: A transitional mounting adaptor to connect a pool main drain to a pool main drain cover with or without water in the pool. The adaptor consists of a trim ring with four cardinal point screw slots (NSEW) molded to a perpendicular mounting ring with three equally spaced, threaded pointed thumb screws, passing perpendicularly thru the mounting ring, via a series of threaded mounting holes, creating three pressure points which secures the adaptor to the main drain pot. The cardinal point screw slots in any position will receive coarse thread main drain screws used for mounting a main drain cover onto the trim ring. Further, the edge of the trim ring is bull-nosed. The cardinal point screw slots of the trim ring can also be used to mechanically fasten the adaptor to a main drain pot. The adaptor allows water to pass thru the trim ring, thru the mounting ring, and continue thru the main drain, as with the normal functioning of pool water flow.

Abstract: A water dispenser for personal hygiene includes an upper cover member, a lower cover member, and a compressible member disposed between the upper cover member and the lower cover member. The upper cover member has a first opening for receiving water and a second opening for discharging water. The water dispenser also includes a telescoping tower disposed within the compressible member between the upper cover member and the lower cover member. The telescoping tower includes a plurality of tiers, with each of the plurality of tiers having a plurality of openings. A hose is releasably coupled to the water dispenser.

Abstract: A refrigerator equipped with a water tank that is easily accessible to a user and a method of using the same. A water dispenser is installed on the front side of a refrigerator. A water tank coupled to the water dispenser is detachably installed on a lower inner inside of a refrigerator door such that a user can conveniently observe the state of the water tank and access the water tank for maintenance and refill.

Abstract: A dispenser assembly capable of dispensing gel, liquid, and foam products includes a container to be filled with the product, a pump connected to the container and configured to control dispensing of the product from the container, and a pump actuator assembly configured to actuate the pump and retain the container and the pump. The pump actuator assembly includes a first actuator including a lower ramp, and a second actuator comprising an upper ramp engaged with the lower ramp. The lower ramp of the first actuator and the upper ramp of the second actuator cooperate to actuate at least a portion of the pump along a first axis in response to a force applied along a second axis.

Abstract: A toilet night light is provided. The toilet night light includes a housing. A clip is attached to the housing and is sized to releasably attach to a toilet bowl suspending the toilet night light under the toilet seat. A light is disposed within the housing. The light is directed to at least an inside portion of the toilet bowl to illuminate the inside of the toilet bowl. A power source, such as a battery is electrically connected to power the light. The present invention further include a switch operatively connected to the light and is activated to turn the light on and off.

Abstract: A system for accurately dispensing small amounts of custom blended liquids for vaporizing in an electronic cigarette device comprising a plurality of interactive display devices; a controller for relaying input from a first interactive device to a second and a third interactive device and a liquid dispenser. The dispenser in electronic communication with the second interactive device and controller and comprising a plurality of containers for holding liquids; a plurality of spouts, each spout for dispensing the liquids as a mixture; and a plurality of pumps for moving the liquids from the containers to the spouts. A plurality of calibrated delivery devices for further custom blending the liquid by addition of a liquid flavoring can also be used. The liquid dispenser is configured to eliminate cross-contamination of components when dispensing.

Abstract: The invention relates to an applicator (100) for in particular manually controlled application of a light-curable composite material contained in a reservoir (1), wherein the reservoir (1) is deformable at least in some areas and the light-curable composite material is present in the reservoir, and having an outlet opening (3.1) for the light-curable material and at least one light source for curing the light-curable material, wherein according to the invention the reservoir is resiliently compressible and the wall region thereof in the actuating region (16) has a reduced height (H) in the Z-direction and the wall region is compressible in a preferred direction (Z-direction). The at least one light source can be arranged on the applicator in such a manner that the LED-lamp, when actuated, shines toward the outlet opening (3.1).

Abstract: A fitment assembly is operable to dispense confectionary from a container and to operably support a decorating nozzle through which the dispensed confectionary is discharged. The fitment assembly includes a fitment body and a coupler. The coupler includes a coupler ring presenting a ring opening, with the fitment body extending into the ring opening. The coupler further includes a coupler cap covering the fitment opening and removably attached to the coupler ring along a line of weakness. The coupler cap is separable from the coupler ring along the line of weakness to expose the fitment opening.

Abstract: In general, a flush toilet with a built-in clog removal system is described. Additionally, a flush toilet with a one-way valve system for efficient and water conserving operation is disclosed. In one embodiment, the disclosed toilet is defined by: a bowl connected to an drain pipe; at least one one-way valve positioned pipe; and a pump in fluid communication with the pipe so that (a) initiating the pump to force the piston downward or upward causes fluid-flow in the pipe so that the one-way valve closes or opens as a result of pressure or a vacuum against debris clogging the drain.

Abstract: A shower pan installation kit is disclosed comprising a hexahedrial polymeric curb and a tray having one or more graded or concave panels defining a recess for a drain. The inward surface of the curb is recessed inward and upward. This recess, or groove, is for receiving a waterproof membrane overlaid and overlapping the tray for improvement of the waterproof barrier underlaying the shower pan constructed above the kit.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing system, fluid reservoir, refill container for refilling the fluid reservoir, and method of refilling the fluid reservoir are provided. The fluid dispensing system includes a refill connection port or nozzle to which a refill container is connected when refilling the fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir includes a piston head and an actuator for moving the piston head in a first direction and in a second direction. When the piston head is moved in the first direction, the fluid within the fluid reservoir is pressurized, causing the fluid to be dispensed through an outlet of the fluid reservoir. When the piston head is moved in the second direction, a vacuum is created within the fluid reservoir that draws fluid, from the refill container, into the fluid reservoir. The fluid dispensing system includes a valve to enable multiple refill containers to be coupled to the nozzle and/or the refill connection port.

Abstract: An improved opening for a metal faucet has an outlet neck having an opening with an outer threaded section at an outer edge and a curved stopping ring at the opening, the stopping ring having a rounded surface at an inner edge. The improved opening for a metal faucet which does not have any sharp edge and provide smooth water flows.