Abstract: A rear break away ballistics vest (1) having a front section (36) and a back section (11) that are securable to one another. The front section (36) has a first side front section (16), a second side front section (17) and an upper front section (18). The back section (11) has a first side back section (13), a second side back section (14) and a back section cover (12) secured to the back section (11). A release strap (44) is located on the front section (36) to permit a user to quickly and easily remove the rear break away ballistics vest (1) with one hand. A first shoulder strap (4) and a second shoulder strap (5) are connected to the front section (36) and extend to the back section (11). A first clip (38) is located on the back section (11) to release the first shoulder strap (4) from the first clip (38). Similarly, a second clip (39) is located on the back section (11) to release the second shoulder strap (5) from the second clip (39).

Abstract: A ballistic panel for use in ballistic apparel having a plurality of layers of ballistic material and a vacuum sealed covering layer surrounding the plurality of layers of ballistic material.

Abstract: A fluid-tight slide fastener (10) comprising tapes (12) with an inner textile layer (14) and a fluid barrier layer (16), teeth elements (21) and a slider (22), wherein said textile layer (14) is made with a spun yarn of cut fibers. Preferred materials are also disclosed for the textile layer, the fluid barrier layer and the teeth, including PE for textile layer, TPE-E or TPE-U for the fluid-barrier layer and PBT, ABS, polyamide (PA) and their blends or copolymers for the teeth. A process for making slide fasteners is also disclosed, wherein strips of a spun yarn textile material are coated by extrusion or lamination of a melted fluid-barrier material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a helmet that is convenient in use. The helmet of the present invention includes a main body defining a space receiving a head of a wearer, a holder that is elastically coupled to the main body to be capable of pivoting and has a pushing member, a shield that is detachably coupled to the holder so that the wearer can securely obtain a viewing field, and a locking/unlocking unit that maintains or releases an open state of the holder when the holder pivots to the open state. The helmet structure as above can open and close the face shield by simply pushing the shield upward.

Abstract: A protective garment (10, 50, 60, 70) for protecting at least a wearer's lower leg and foot from at least one of dirt, debris and moisture, the protective garment comprising two tubular leg portions (12), each having an upper end (18) and a lower end (26), the tubular leg portions (12, 52, 62, 76) having an enclosed circumference within which one of the wearer's leg is receivable, the tubular leg portions having a protective outer surface on at least a frontward side thereof; and a foot covering portion (24) which extends outwardly from the lower end (26) of each of the tubular leg portions on the frontward side thereof to cover at least a majority of an upper surface of the wearer's foot, the foot covering portion (24) being self-supporting and being free from fastening straps, such that the foot covering portion (24) rests on top of the wearer's foot (30) without being fastened thereto.

Abstract: A pantyhose undergarment is provided that has relatively sheer upper arm and body portions, the upper arm portions end as cap sleeves with knitted-in welts just above the mid upper arm area and being comprised of a sweat absorbent material in the under arm area starting at the mid upper arm and terminating down the side of the wearer's body, just adjacent to the top of the breasts and the body portion being comprised of a sheer form fitting front and back torso portion, the part of the front and back torso portion beginning just above the breast area being comprised of a sheer portion and the part beginning just below the breast area covering the stomach and abs, being comprised of a sheer reinforced control top portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to male garments. In particular, the present invention provides a men's underwear or swimwear garment for supporting the male genitals, the garment including a double-layered front portion having an inner layer and an outer layer, wherein a lower portion of the inner layer of the double-layered front portion is folded upward to form a pouch in the interior of the garment, wherein, in use, the pouch engages with the genitals of the male wearer to displace the genitals of a male wearer forward and/or upward.

Abstract: A magnetic nail for a glove is fixed or detachably attached onto a finger of a glove so as to make it easy to pick up a small, metallic object such as a needle, a nut, a bolt, a screw, a clip, a pin, or the like using magnetism, and so as to make it easy to pick up a flat, non-metallic object using the functionality of the nail, thereby considerably improving the functionality and workability of the glove.

Abstract: Sewn or knit type gloves having artificial nails on the back sides of fingertips for enabling easy picking-up of a small object, such as a needle, a nut, a bolt, a screw, a clip, a pin or the like, from on the floor, so that even a person wearing the gloves easily picks up the small object, thereby improving functionality and workability of the gloves.

Abstract: A flexible sewn glove and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The sewn glove includes upsides of the finger parts composed of an elastic material and palm-sides of the finger parts composed of non-elastic material, the palm-sides of the finger parts having folds such that finger parts of the glove are flexible in a length direction, thereby maintaining sensation in the wearer's fingertips, improving the workability and functionality of the glove, absorbing shocks occurring in the work, and improving the wearing experience of the glove.

Abstract: Sewn gloves and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. In the sewn gloves, a sewing line is removed from a palm part and an edge of the palm part so that the gloves and an object to be griped come into close contact with each other, thereby improving the wearing experience and functionality of the gloves.

Abstract: An orthopedic support sock having a plurality of first pads secured to the outer side of its bottom and a plurality of second pads secured on selected portions of the sock and the first pad to customize the support for the foot of a wearer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hosiery article (such as socks, stockings, hose, leggings, panty hose, etc.) that includes a novel configurable retaining component with a range of various levels of tension and compression forces that are selectable and adjustable by a user. Advantageously, when the inventive hosiery articles are worn, the user (e.g., the wearer) is able to adjust the level of tension and compression force exerted by each article as the circumference of their lower limbs changes throughout the day and/or in response to one or more environmental factors, and/or in response to one or more physical and/or health conditions. As a result, the user is always able to maintain their desired balance between appearance and comfort of the worn novel hosiery articles.

Abstract: Gradient compression hosiery with therapeutic and aesthetic properties broadly includes a stocking section extending continuously between a distal end and an open proximal end thereof. The stocking section includes a tubular foot portion and a tubular leg portion. The stocking section is knitted at least substantially of a core-spun yarn with an elastomeric core and a twisted fiber sheath and includes elastomeric threads integrated into the stretch yarn knitting. The stocking section further presents a gradient region that extends from a distal location adjacent the distal end to a proximal location adjacent the proximal end, with a property of the hosiery changing progressively along the gradient region to provide compression that decreases progressively from the distal location to the proximal location when the hosiery is donned.

Abstract: Disclosed is a use of a memory foam insert in bras, camisoles, shorts, and briefs. The memory foam insert is designed to limit and prevent the bouncing motion through the breast and gluteal area during rigorous athletic activity. The invention conforms and molds itself to the individual's shape and figure, thereby allowing for a comfortable and secure fit.

Abstract: A semi-disposable sanitary panty to be used by women comprising a supportive portion that can be wear more then one time and from an attached and removable portion includes pad with absorbent materials, that can be replaced and thrown after one time use. The semi-disposable sanitary panty is designed to answer the women need to be comfortable, feminine, and attractive, and still be disposable and thrown a way after being used one or more times. The supportive portion is specially designed to fit the user's waist by hook members that are capable of being removably hooked onto each other for the purpose of opening and closing the supportive portion from at least one side of the supportive portion on the user's waist. A system for marketing the semi-disposable sanitary panty is to sell packages were each package contains at least one supportive portion and few different pads that can be attached and after use removed and thrown away.

Abstract: A helmet blastometer for characterizing the direction, speed, magnitude, and duration of a blast event to determine the likelihood of blast-induced traumatic brain injury (biTBI). A set of external sensors, each having one or more time of arrival (TOA) gages, is mounted at various positions on a rigid outer shell of the helmet. Each external sensor includes a first TOA gage that produces a TOA signal in response to a fast rising blast induced positive pressure change above a predetermined threshold. These positive pressure change TOA signals are received by a receiver and analyzed to determine direction, speed, and magnitude of a blast. At least one of the external sensors may also include a second TOA gauge that produces a TOA signal in response to a negative pressure change below a predetermined threshold. The positive and negative pressure change TOA signals from the same external sensor are used by the receiver processor to determine blast duration.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cooling the interior of an aviation crash helmet without incorporation of any mechanically moving components or fluids. The said system can cool or warm the head of the user through the use of thermoelectric cooling elements, solid state fans or electro-aerodynamic pumps, heat exchangers, and a customized ventilation system. None of the components in the present invention contain mechanically moving parts, fluids, or chemicals. The preferred embodiment was designed for aircraft crash helmets, but this invention can be incorporated into any existing crash helmet which can accommodate incorporating thermoelectric pumping modules and provide a steady power supply to the said components. This present invention can be incorporated into any existing crash helmet through customization of helmet inserts. It can also be incorporated into the design of new crash helmets which would facilitate the maximization of the efficiency of the said cooling system.

Abstract: A helmet for receiving the head of a hockey or lacrosse player, the helmet having an outer shell and an inner lining covering at least partially the inner surface of the outer shell. In one embodiment, the helmet comprises a skeleton at least partially covered by the inner lining, a movable occipital pad and movable temple pads. The inner lining can be made of an absorptive material such as foam, expanded polypropylene or expanded polyethylene and can be overmolded onto the skeleton. The occipital pad and the temple pads may be arranged with an inward bias so as to help the helmet self-adjust to provide an advantageous fit on the player's head. In some embodiments, the outer shell and skeleton, or the outer shell and the inner lining, cooperate to define a ventilation system.

Abstract: Protective eyewear for protecting a wearer's eyes during a sporting event. The protective eyewear comprises a frame and a metal protective section. The frame includes a top support, a pair of armatures, and a grooved opening traversing the top support and each armature. The metal protective section includes a perimeter and an extension attached to the perimeter and shape to be removably engaged to the grooved opening in the frame. Additionally, the metal protective section includes a plurality of substantially aligned elongated bars horizontally segmenting the metal protective section. A plurality of cross members is vertically positioned to connect the elongated bars of the metal protective section and protect the eyes of the wearer.

Abstract: A removable goggle frame that may be releasably fastened to a goggle having a frame that retains a lens is provided. The removable frame may be stiffer (harder) than the goggle frame, and, when fastened to the goggle, may protect the goggle from damage cause by undesirable impacts by shielding the goggle frame and/or stiffening the goggle frame. The removable frame may also be more flexible (softer) than the goggle frame, and, when fastened to the goggle, may provide a more comfortable fit for the user. A removable drape that may be releasably fastened to a releasably attached frame is also provided. The drape may be configured to hang below the goggle to protect the user's face when worn, and to be releasably fastened over the lens to protect the lens when the user places the goggle elsewhere, such on his/her helmet as he/she wears the helmet.

Abstract: A neck-protective member for preventing chafe encountered when wearing a wetsuit is provided that fits snugly around the wearer's neck, with its lower edge under the edge of the neck opening in the wetsuit. The edge of the neck opening in the wetsuit bears against the protective member rather than the skin of the wearer's neck, preventing painful chafing that can be experienced around a wearer's neck upon prolonged wetsuit use. In a particularly preferred embodiment of the invention, the neck-protective member of the invention comprises a generally conical neck portion, which fits around the wearer's neck, and a skirt portion, which fits over the wearer's shoulders, under the wetsuit. The neck portion may be formed of a single band-like member cut from a sheet of flat material, preferably “smoothskin” neoprene rubber material, oriented such that the smooth surface of the “smoothskin” neoprene rubber material is to the inside and contacts the wearer's neck.

Abstract: A dispensing device for suspension from a rim of a lavatory bowl to dispense an additive into a flow of water when the lavatory is flushed, the device comprising a receptacle for the additive, dispensing means (36, 42, 60) operable when subjected to the flow of water to dispense a portion of the additive into the water, a guide member (20) slidable between an extended position and a retracted position and operable to direct the flow of water onto the dispensing means (36, 42, 60), and a hanger engageable with the rim of the bowl to suspend the device in the bowl, wherein the device further includes biasing means (58, 62) arranged to urge the guide member (20) into the extended position, such that when the dispensing device is suspended from the rim, the guide member (20) engages with a wall of the bowl.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dispensing device for dispensing active ingredient fluids to the flushing liquid in a toilet bowl. Said dispensing device comprises at least two holders (6, 7) for accommodating respective reservoirs (2, 3), every reservoir (2, 3) having its own outlet opening via which the respective active ingredient fluid (4, 5) can be dispensed to the flushing liquid or to the surroundings of the dispensing device and the reservoirs (2, 3) being protected from flushing liquid entering their interior. At least one outlet opening of the reservoirs (2, 3) is arranged on the bottom when in the working position and a partial amount of the active ingredient fluid is dispensed to the flushing liquid from at least one of the reservoirs (2, 3) during flushing. The interior of at least one of the reservoirs (2, 3) communicates with a distribution element (9, 10) via the outlet opening, an arrangement preventing the free flow of the active ingredient fluid (4, 5) being interposed.

Abstract: A toilet hinge includes a hinge body adapted for pivotally coupling with the toilet seat, a hinge base, which is adapted for attaching on the toilet bowl of the toilet, detachably coupled with the hinge body for detachably coupling the toilet seat on the toilet bowl; and a locking arrangement which includes a retention lock operatively moving between a locking status that locks up the hinge body with the hinge base and a releasing status that unlock the hinge body the said hinge base, and a self-lock retaining the retention lock at the releasing status. The user is able to easily remove the toilet seat by unlocking the retention lock such that the retention lock is remained at the releasing status by the self-lock. Therefore, the toilet seat is adapted to be removed from the toilet bowl by detaching the hinge body from the hinge base.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention is directed to a toilet seat lifting device (10), comprising a pneumatic system employing a piston (48) connected to the toilet seat (6), the system being adapted to lift the toilet seat (6) by applying mechanical force on the piston (48) in the corresponding direction (upwards, in the example herein), and to gradually lowering the toilet seat by gradually releasing air from the pneumatic system. The device may further comprise a valve (56), for causing a fall in air pressure in the pneumatic system, thereby causing an accelerated lowering of the toilet seat. The device may further comprise: a sensor, for sensing lowering of toilet seat (6); and a mechanism for activating flushing the toilet bowl upon detecting by the sensor that the seat has been lowered, such as a handle of a tap providing water to the flush tank (8) thereof.

Abstract: A basket strainer for a sink or bath waste is described. The basket strainer has a bowl-shaped metal body having an edge portion configured to resist deformation, wherein at least a portion of the metal body is less than 1 mm thick.

Abstract: A urinal is disclosed for motivating and facilitating urination toilet training of young males. The urinal includes a urine sensor and a motivational device that is activated by the sensor so as to produce visible and/or audible stimuli enjoyable to a young male. Preferred embodiments also include target objects toward which urine can be directed. In some of these embodiments the target objects change color and/or enjoyable stimuli are generated when target objects are struck by urine. Target objects can have recognizable images and/or shapes, and corresponding stimuli can be produced when targets are struck. For example, mooing sounds can be produced when a target with a cow image is struck. Embodiments can be connectable to plumbing or self-contained. Urinals can be sized and shaped optimally for use by young males, and can be powered by an electrical outlet or by batteries so as to provide powerful stimuli.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of systems and methods directed to a pedicure spa apparatus. A pedicure spa can include a basin having an embedded light aperture on a first interior surface of the basin. The embedded light aperture can further includes a light passing layer configured to fluidically seal the embedded light aperture and be substantially seamless with the first interior surface of the basin. The pedicure spa can also include a water agitation device coupled to an interior surface of the basin and a magnetic actuator coupled to an opposing surface of the interior surface.

Abstract: In one aspect of the present invention, a water closet has a wash basin positioned above a toilet which is secured to a floor. A guide is adapted to direct movement of the wash basin in a generally vertical direction.

Abstract: According to one embodiment of the present invention, a patient lift apparatus is provided that includes a hanger bar attachment bumper that comprises a soft material so as to provide a soft impact surface on the patient lift apparatus, the hanger bar attachment comprising a first and second housing adapted to be selectively connected to one another. According to another embodiment of the present invention a patient lift apparatus is provided that includes a hanger bar attachment bumper that comprises a soft material so as to provide a soft impact surface on the patient lift apparatus, the hanger bar attachment bumper comprising a first and second housing adapted to be selectively connected to one another, wherein the hanger bar attachment bumper comprises a surface area and wherein the first housing makes up a larger portion of the surface area of the hanger bar attachment bumper than the second housing.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cot comprising four height-adjustable side parts (3). In order to enable the side parts to be vertically adjusted without applying a force, a plurality of controllable motors (4) is provided on the bed (1) for lowering and raising each side part (3), such that the height can be continuously adjusted. An electric motor or a hydraulic motor is used as the motor (4), and a vertical hollow post (5) is provided on at least one of the corners of the bed (1), the motor (4) being arranged in the cavity (10) of said post with a spindle-nut drive. The hollow post (5) is embodied as an extruded profiled element (38) with different functional moulded elements.

Abstract: A foldable bed frame includes a pair of generally rectangular shaped sub-frames foldably attached to each other so as to be folded in a collapsed condition and unfolded to an open condition for use as a mattress support. The foldable attachment is such that when the sub-frames are unfolded to the open condition, a generally central transverse support means is located at the interface thereof. A pair of support members is positioned beneath the transverse support means and in generally perpendicular relation thereto. The support members are attached to the sub-frames in supporting engagement with the transverse support means when the sub-frames are unfolded to the open condition to provide support to the pair of sub-frames at the interface thereof. The pair of support members is attached to the sub-frames so as to be drawn away from the transverse support means when the sub-frames are folded to the collapsed condition.

Abstract: A sleeping chamber apparatus for mounting over a bed to isolate a sleeping space from a room environment has a headboard joined to a footboard by a U-shaped enclosure. The enclosure comprises a pair of spaced-apart, vertical side panels joined together and integral with a horizontal cover panel. The headboard, footboard and enclosure fully enclose and seal the sleeping space when the apparatus is positioned over the bed with the headboard positioned at a head of the bed and with the footboard positioned at a foot of the bed, and with the side panels positioned along sides of the bed in contact with an up-facing surface of the bed. A head manifold and a foot manifold bring air into and drive air out of the sleeping space. An air conditioning machine engages with the head manifold drawing in room environment air and delivering conditioned air to the head manifold.

Abstract: A patient support including a frame, a mattress supported by the frame, and a set of siderails configured to block egress of a patient from the patient support. The siderails are configured to reduce gaps defined between the siderails and the other components of the patient support.

Abstract: Today, electromechanical actuator systems are used in a variety of applications, of which some are more safety critical than others. Likewise, they are used in a wide range of applications where the safety of persons often to a higher or lesser extent depends on that the actuators remains safe both during normal use and in the fault conditions, which may occur. By an actuator comprising a DC motor (2) equipped with a worm drive and a spindle (4), the typical wearing components are the bearing, which carries the spindle (4), the spindle nut (5) and the worm wheel (9) in the worm drive. Common to the described defect situations is that they in the time leading up to the occurrence of the defect will show a decrease in the ratio of efficiency. Whether it is the spindle bearing, the worm drive, the spindle nut (5) or for that matter the motor, which is getting worn, the proportion between the current which the motor absorbs and the force the actuator performs will change.

Abstract: A hospital bed convertible to a side egress chair bed includes a base having opposite end portions; a lifting mechanism secured to the base between the end portions; a rotating frame mounted on the lifting mechanism and configured to rotate horizontally relative to the base; and a patient support surface pivotally secured to the rotating frame. The patient support surface includes a back panel, a seat panel, and a leg panel that are configured to articulate relative to each other from a co-planar configuration to a chair configuration. The leg panel includes a first section pivotally connected to the seat panel and a second section that is separable from the leg panel first section.

Abstract: A bed is provided having a non-pivotal actuation mechanism for a foot deck to assist the bed in being converted to a chair bed and lowered close to the floor even when the foot deck is in a generally vertical position. In one embodiment, the bed has a longitudinal gap between the intermediate deck section and the foot deck section. As the foot deck transitions to the generally vertical position from the generally horizontal position the gap between the intermediate frame section and the foot deck section is decreased. In an alternate embodiment a foot deck side rail is operably connected to the foot deck section and driven by the non-pivotal actuation mechanism.

Abstract: A flexible, portable light-weight drag litter is disclosed capable of being compactly rolled for transportation and storage, having a generally planar base dimensioned to underlie a reclining individual's head, torso, legs, and feet. A torso harness is attached to the base along with groin and leg connectors are attached to the base. A dragline is attached to a head end portion of the base. When a user tugs on the dragline, the base creates a concave surface that supports and protects the patient's head.

Abstract: The invention discloses a body cushioning pad, a body contact mat and a multi-layered cushioning structure composed of the body cushioning pad and the body contact mat. The cushioning pad consists of a plurality of foam blocks, each provided with an internal cavity having a predetermined size and shape to control the firmness of the block and means for maintaining the foam blocks as a unit. The body contact mat is a bi-dimensional latticed structure of spaced-apart studs made of a compressible material linked together by flexible linking elements. The multi-layered cushioning structure comprises both the cushioning pad and the body contact mat, and a wrapper to wrap the cushioning pad and the contact mat together.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to a mattress or a mattress pad with one or more gel sections. The gel section may provide improved support and comfort at a localized area of a mattress or a mattress pad.

Abstract: A detergent granule comprising at least one composite material, wherein said at least one composite material comprises: a C10-C13 sodium linear alkylaryl sulfonate and/or an alpha-sulfonated fatty acid ester such as methyl ester sulfonate; an alkaline agent, from about 0.05% to about 1.2%, by weight of said granular detergent admix, of an brightener; and from about 10% to about 35%, by weight of said granular detergent admix, of a bleaching system comprising: a source of peroxide; and a bleach activator.

Abstract: A control system for a laundry machine provides a system and method to automatically monitor the results of the drain or pump operation during normal operation of machine cycles, during unattended idle states as well as through specific diagnostic tests. By automatically monitoring the results of the drain or pump operation, the machine controller can warn the owner or servicer of the equipment that a machine requires service attention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a laundry machine, which washes laundry using rotation of a drum, and a method of controlling an operation thereof. The laundry machine is operated in consideration of information about a floor, on which the laundry machine is installed, and thus the optimized operation of the laundry machine is performed according to a state of the floor, thereby minimizing noise and sagging of the floor due to vibration.

Abstract: A composition for coloring a keratin material, comprising: (i) at least one coloring agent component comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one dye precursor chosen from compounds comprising at least one aromatic ring comprising at least two hydroxyl groups borne by two successive carbon atoms of the at least one aromatic ring, and at least one catalytic system comprising at least one first catalyst (1) chosen from Mn(II) and Zn(II) salts and oxides and at least one second catalyst (2) chosen from alkali metal hydrogen carbonates and alkaline-earth metal hydrogen carbonates; wherein the catalysts (1) and (2) are present with the at least one dye precursor in a single composition (A) or separated into two components (A1) and (A2) wherein the at least one dye precursor is present in at least one of the components (A1) and (A2); and at least one component chosen from: (ii) a component (B) comprising at least one acidic composition, and (iii) a component (C) comprising at least one

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for treating keratin fibres, which comprises the application to the keratin fibres of a hair composition comprising at least one active agent chosen from hair dyes, oxidizing agents and cationic conditioners, followed by the application to the fibres of a heating iron whose temperature is greater than or equal to 60° C. The invention also relates to a composition comprising at least one superabsorbent polymer and at least-one active agent chosen from hair dyes, oxidizing agents and cationic conditioners.

Abstract: An ink, dye or paint containing inclusions which reflect incident light in a low ambient light environment, such as at night is provided and is transparent or invisible during the day or in high light environments.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing insole uses used footwear and recycled wooden articles are primary ingredients, which are pulverized to form particles of the recycled materials. The recycled wood, taking a ratio of weight of 15-35%, is uniformly mixed with matrix rubber that functions to adjust physical properties and foaming agent, and then pressed to form an insole material in a sheet form, which is deposited in a mold to be heated and pressurized for curing and setting thereby forming an insole featuring proper resilience and anti-bacteria and deodorization. The use of the insole is thus completely sanitary and comfortable and also features pollution- and nuisance-free use by repeated use in the sense of environment conservation.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a driving shaft which is disposed in a housing unit, which is rotatable with a drive unit, and which is adapted to be coupled with a flexible twisting member disposed in a flexible tubular casing of a pipe cleaning device to rotate a scrubbing head for scrubbing an inner wall of a pipe, and a plurality of rollers cooperatively defining a traveling path. One of the rollers is rotatable with the driving shaft. The flexible tubular casing is drawn by the rotation of the rollers to move along the traveling path so as to be delivered or withdrawn. A control module is disposed to control the operation of the drive unit. A switch unit is actuated to send a switch-off signal to the control module when the flexible tubular casing is tensed so as to stop the drive unit.

Abstract: A device (1) for cleaning brushes, in particular brushes for hair or animal fur, comprising a container (12), at least a rotary counter-brush (2a, 2b, 2c), inserted inside the container (12) and able to act on at least a brush to be cleaned (4). The counter-brush includes bristles which are arranged along preferential lines along an external surface of a body of the counter-brush, the lines being distanced from one another by spaces which are sufficient to enable a winding of the hairs or fur along the body of the counter-brush.