Patents by Inventor Jerrod A. Kappler

Jerrod A. Kappler has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Bulk dispensing system for washing machine
    Patent number: 8931310
    Abstract: A bulk dispensing system for a washing machine is provided. The bulk dispensing system includes at least one bulk storage tank mounted within the washing machine. A tube provides fluid communication between the at least one bulk storage tank and a tub mounted within a cabinet of the washing machine. A pump is operatively coupled to the tube and configured to move fluid from within the at least one bulk storage tank into the tub through the tube. A controller is operatively coupled to the pump and configured to control an amount of fluid moved into the tub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Carl W. Risen, Jerrod A. Kappler, Joseph Duane Tobbe