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  • SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR INCREASING DOWNWARD FORCE EXERTED ON THE AFT END OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20220126932
    Abstract: A system and apparatus for increasing the safety of motor vehicles traveling at high speeds in the rearward direction is provided. An air dam hingedly secured to the aft end of a vehicle may remain in a stowed position while the motor vehicle is traveling in a forward direction so as not to interfere with aerodynamic performance. When a motor vehicle begins to enter a spin, the air dam may deploy and increase the downward force on the vehicle and as well as act as an air brake, thereby reducing the likelihood of the aft end of the vehicle lifting from the surface during a spin-out at high speeds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2020
    Publication date: April 28, 2022
    Inventors: Brandon THOMAS, John Probst, Eric Jacuzzi, Christopher A. Popiela, Timothy S. Murphy, Donald E. Krueger, Luca Pignacca, Alex Timmermans
  • Spa filter cleaning and rinsing device
    Patent number: 6575180
    Abstract: A filter cleaning and rinsing device for spas, pools, and Jacuzzi's that attaches to a garden hose for cleaning or rinsing a cartridge type spa filter by placing the filter on an inclining armature of the device. The armature sprays water inside the filter cartridge and is the centrifugally forced out through the fabric elements of the filter by high pressure spray jets trained on the exterior of the filter cartridge which simultaneously clean the exterior and spin the filter around the armature at a high speed creating the centrifugal force. The device may be molded and assembled using the same manufacturing processes as those used to make the spas which utilize cartridge type filters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2003
    Inventors: Jeffery A. Jelten, Sean E. Camp
  • Brine Reclamation System for Water Softener
    Publication number: 20140246363
    Abstract: A water softening system of the cation exchange type includes a regeneration system where there is a discharge duct for discharging waste flush water to waste from the treatment tank during regeneration with a valve for controlling the outlet and the discharge duct so that during regeneration the water from the treatment tank does not flow to the outlet and is instead directed to the discharge duct. A brine tank is provided for containing a solution of salt in water for injection by a transfer arrangement into the treatment tank with a return valve in the discharge duct operable to return a portion of the waste flush water to the brine tank which is equal to the quantity drawn by a brine transfer arrangement, while all waste flush water not returned to the brine tank is discharged to waste.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Inventor: Paul V. Jacuzzi
  • Microbubble Therapy Method and Generating Apparatus
    Publication number: 20120234772
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. One method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, to a fluid chamber connected a fitting; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid. Another method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, into an air entrapment chamber; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Applicant: JASON INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Eugene Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • Microbubble therapy method and generating apparatus
    Patent number: 8646759
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. One method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, to a fluid chamber connected a fitting; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid. Another method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, into an air entrapment chamber; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Jason International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • Hydro-air fitting
    Patent number: 4082091
    Abstract: A hydrotherapeutic aerator assembly for mixing air as fine bubbles into the center of a stream of pressurized water has a swivelable ball carrying a nozzle in which mixing of air and water occurs before ejection of the stream into a pool or bath. A housing containing the ball and nozzle has half of a ball socket formed therein. A one-piece ball seal and retaining member attachable to the housing forms a second half of the ball socket. The nozzle is adjustable axially within the ball on cooperating threads and is made non-removable from the ball by a radially-extending O-ring snapped into a channel in a rearward part of the nozzle. A circumferential abutment surface in the ball prevents withdrawal of the nozzle beyond a selected position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1976
    Date of Patent: April 4, 1978
    Assignee: Jacuzzi Bros., Inc.
    Inventor: Alfred Raab
  • Fluid return jet fitting and face plate
    Publication number: 20080209626
    Abstract: The fluid return jet fitting and face plate includes a removable face plate for covering the outwardly-facing or exposed surface of a fluid nozzle body flange, cap, eyeball fitting, or the like. The device includes a body portion for covering the flange or cap, and at least one pin projecting from a rear surface of the body portion that is movable into and out of alignment with a corresponding slot disposed on the flange or cap, the slot defining an opening therethrough to cause the face plate to be retained in, or released from, engagement with the flange. The face plates exposed surfaces have a decorative theme design, such as a glow-in-the-dark starfish, sea shell, sand dollar, turtle, or the like to coordinate with an aquatic environment as presented by a swimming pool, a wading pool, jacuzzi or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Inventor: Kristopher P. Thiel
  • Walk-In Tub Door Assembly
    Publication number: 20140201900
    Abstract: A walk-in tub includes a tub frame having a door frame provided in one or more of the walls of the tub frame. The tub further includes a door hingedly connected to the door frame and adapted for movement between an open position into the interior cavity of the tub and a closed position aligned with the door frame. A sealing face is provided on the door frame facing the interior cavity of the tub. A seal is disposed around a perimeter of the door for sealing the door against the sealing face when the door is in the closed position. A latching mechanism on the door is operable between a latching position and an unlatching position and includes a slidable latching pin that is slidable to engage a pin receiver in the latching position when the door is locked and disengage from the pin receiver in the unlatching position when the door is unlocked.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: JACUZZI INC.
    Inventor: Raymond C. Torres
  • Microbubble therapy method and generating apparatus
    Patent number: 8201811
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. One method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, to a fluid chamber connected a fitting; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid. Another method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, into an air entrapment chamber; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignee: Jason International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • MICROBUBBLE THERAPY METHOD AND GENERATING APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20100179461
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. One method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, to a fluid chamber connected a fitting; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid. Another method of using micro bubbles includes providing a fluid mixture, including a saturated gas, into an air entrapment chamber; and producing a plurality of micro bubbles into a fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2009
    Publication date: July 15, 2010
    Applicant: Jason International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Eugene Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • System and apparatus for increasing downward force exerted on the aft end of a motor vehicle
    Patent number: 11390335
    Abstract: A system and apparatus for increasing the safety of motor vehicles traveling at high speeds in the rearward direction is provided. An air dam hingedly secured to the aft end of a vehicle may remain in a stowed position while the motor vehicle is traveling in a forward direction so as not to interfere with aerodynamic performance. When a motor vehicle begins to enter a spin, the air dam may deploy and increase the downward force on the vehicle and as well as act as an air brake, thereby reducing the likelihood of the aft end of the vehicle lifting from the surface during a spin-out at high speeds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR STOCK CAR AUTO RACING, LLC
    Inventors: Brandon Thomas, John Probst, Eric Jacuzzi, Christopher A. Popiela, Timothy S. Murphy, Donald E. Krueger, Luca Pignacca, Alex Timmermans
  • Plumbing System for a Shower
    Publication number: 20080250557
    Abstract: A prefabricated plumbing system or wall system for a shower includes a support frame, a plumbing system carried by the support frame and an enclosure member for enclosing the plumbing system within the support frame. The plumbing system includes a piping configuration for carrying a plurality of body spray mountings and includes a hot water inlet, a cold water inlet, water mixing valve arrangement and a control valve arrangement. Each body spray mounting supports a body spray unit and forms a jet array consisting of spray units. Control valves control the volume of water supplied to the body spray units and the water volume supplied to the water delivering devices. The prefabricated system is adapted to be manufactured as a unit and then shipped for installation in a shower as a unit. A steam seat arrangement for converting a shower into a steam bath is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2008
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Applicant: JACUZZI, INC.
    Inventors: Brett Mueller, Richard Romo, Garo Paroonagian
  • HAIR DRYING NET AND TURBAN TOWEL
    Publication number: 20220061489
    Abstract: The multi-functional hair drying net and turban towel for upright application may be used on its own or so combination with a hand held hair dryer. Useful for managing dry and wet hair, to absorb water from wet hair after washing, swimming, or anytime the hair is wet, thereby avoiding dripping of water on the face, neck, or clothes. Used over dry hair to keep hair off the face, back and neck when applying make-up and treatments to the face. When required to dry hair by electrical means the device can be connected to a commercially available hair dryer and used as a conduit to direct warm air into the net cavity and dry hair using electrical means. It can be used to keep hair dry and off the face and back in the bath, shower, Jacuzzi spa or steam bath.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2016
    Publication date: March 3, 2022
    Inventors: Aurora Walker, Andrew Peter Walker
  • Latching mechanism for fluid containment assembly
    Patent number: 5947462
    Abstract: A pump and filter assembly comprising a filter cover secured onto a filter body by a locking ring. A one-piece latching mechanism, integral to the locking ring and composed of flexible material, biases a latching end of the latching mechanism against the locking ring, causing the latching end of the latching mechanism to project through a slit in the locking ring into a notch on the outside of the filter body when the filter body is completely threadably engaged with the locking ring. The latching portion of the latching mechanism is easily biased away from the slit and the notch, facilitating disengagement of the locking ring from the filter body and filter cover. The entire latching mechanism is itself easily removed from the locking ring, facilitating repair or replacement of the latching mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Assignee: Jacuzzi, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeff Roussel
  • HAIR DRYING NET AND TURBAN TOWEL
    Publication number: 20180249804
    Abstract: The multi-functional hair drying net and turban towel for upright application may be used on its own or so combination with a hand held hair dryer. Useful for managing dry and wet hair, to absorb water from wet hair after washing, swimming, or anytime the hair is wet, thereby avoiding dripping of water on the face, neck, or clothes. Used over dry hair to keep hair off the face, back and neck when applying make-up and treatments to the face. When required to dry hair by electrical means the device can be connected to a commercially available hair dryer and used as a conduit to direct warm air into the net cavity and dry hair using electrical means. It can be used to keep hair dry and off the face and back in the bath, shower, Jacuzzi spa or steam bath.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2016
    Publication date: September 6, 2018
    Inventors: Aurora Walker, Andrew Peter Walker
  • Hair drying net and turban towel
    Patent number: 11330885
    Abstract: The multi-functional hair drying net and turban towel for upright application may be used on its own or so combination with a hand held hair dryer. Useful for managing dry and wet hair, to absorb water from wet hair after washing, swimming, or anytime the hair is wet, thereby avoiding dripping of water on the face, neck, or clothes. Used over dry hair to keep hair off the face, back and neck when applying make-up and treatments to the face. When required to dry hair by electrical means the device can be connected to a commercially available hair dryer and used as a conduit to direct warm air into the net cavity and dry hair using electrical means. It can be used to keep hair dry and off the face and back in the bath, shower, Jacuzzi spa or steam bath.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Inventors: Aurora Walker, Andrew Peter Walker
  • MICROBUBBLE THERAPY METHOD AND GENERATING APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20100176520
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. A micro bubble generating apparatus may include a housing body having a first fluid passage for a pressurized mixture of a liquid and a dissolved gas in a direction towards a fluid flow. An orifice member can be releasably engaged with the housing body and the orifice member may have a second fluid passage being disposed therein; and the second fluid passage being disposed at an angle with respect to the first fluid passage for generating a plurality of micro bubbles from the mixture; and an opening in the housing body for releasing the plurality of micro bubbles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2009
    Publication date: July 15, 2010
    Applicant: Jason International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Eugene Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • Microbubble therapy method and generating apparatus
    Patent number: 8579266
    Abstract: A micro bubble generating system includes a shell having a well for retaining a first liquid to immerse an object. A micro bubble apparatus is provide to the shell for providing a pressurized mixture of a second liquid and a dissolved gas into the well so as to create a plurality of micro bubbles within the first liquid for engaging the object. A micro bubble generating apparatus may include a housing body having a first fluid passage for a pressurized mixture of a liquid and a dissolved gas in a direction towards a fluid flow. An orifice member can be releasably engaged with the housing body and the orifice member may have a second fluid passage being disposed therein; and the second fluid passage being disposed at an angle with respect to the first fluid passage for generating a plurality of micro bubbles from the mixture; and an opening in the housing body for releasing the plurality of micro bubbles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: Jason International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cunningham, Eric Jackson, Remo C. Jacuzzi
  • Float and check valve for hydrotherapy unit air intake
    Patent number: 4168705
    Abstract: A one-way flow check valve is placed over an air inlet conduit to a hydrotherapy unit to prevent back flows of air and water up through and out of the conduit when the hydrotherapy nozzle outlet is blocked. A body of the valve contains a vertically-movable float which normally rests upon a retainer ring in a downward, air suction position. The float is raised upwardly and against a valve seat upon reverse flow of air and water. The light weight, buoyant construction of the float, as a hollow plastic member with top and side walls, allows the valve to shut off reverse flows of water whether fast or slow moving and to respond also to fast reverse flows of air ahead of a rising column of water. A retainer ring with float abutment pins retains the float in the body removably for cleaning the valve surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 1977
    Date of Patent: September 25, 1979
    Assignee: Jacuzzi Bros., Inc.
    Inventor: Alfred Raab
  • One-piece underdrain for swimming pool filters
    Patent number: 6605211
    Abstract: The present invention relates to pool filters. An underdrain design is disclosed that primarily relies on a peripheral ring rather than lateral projections to transfer the water to the sand. The ends of the ring are not joined so that the ring is not closed. The ring is also bent into a helical shape which allows the ring to be screwed into an opening with a smaller diameter than that of the ring. The ring is radially slotted so that water flows radially from it in all directions both toward the center of the tank and away from the center, as well as straight up and down. Since the water transfer takes place primarily along an arc located relatively near the mid-point between the center and the perimeter of the tank, the disadvantages inherent in the concentration of the water flow at the center of the tank are eliminated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Assignee: Jacuzzi Leisure Products
    Inventor: Herbert N. Slopack
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