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WASH RECEPTACLES

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004 - Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons

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Class / Patent application numberDescriptionNumber of patent applications / Date published
004623000 With proximity operated valve 35
004654000 Attachments 35
004621000 With human body support 30
004638000 Combined 28
004650000 With drain 22
004620000 Emergency fountains 19
004631000 With work surface 19
004643000 With support 17
004625000 With water supply or waste-water tank 13
004630000 With cabinet, shelf, or drawer 6
004639000 Plural receptacles 5
20110314599Portable sink container with modified drain - In one example embodiment, the present invention is a portable container for use in a sink. The sink has predetermined inner dimensions and a sink drain. The sink drain has an inlet with predetermined inner dimensions. The container comprises a bottom, sides, and a top opening. The container bottom has a drain. The container bottom and sides are formed with outer dimensions less than the predetermined inner dimensions of the sink such that the container may substantially fit in the sink. The container drain protrudes outwardly from the container bottom with an outlet. The outlet has outer dimensions substantially equal to or less than the predetermined inner dimensions of the sink drain inlet such that the container drain outlet may substantially fit in the sink drain inlet. And, in some preferred embodiments of the present invention, the container drain comprises a means for temporarily sealing the container drain with the sink drain so as to minimize possible leakage between the container drain and the sink drain.12-29-2011
20120240329Sink With Integrated Work Surface - One embodiment of a sink with an integrally molded work surface area (09-27-2012
20130055500SANITARY FIXTURE - A sanitary fixture is disclosed for allowing a person standing on a surface adjacent the fixture to perform ablutions. The fixture comprises a first basin at a first level above the surface and a second basin at a second, lower, level above the surface. The second basin has length and width adapted to receive a human adult foot.03-07-2013
20140047635BATHROOM WASHING APPARATUS WITH PLURAL BASINS AND INTEGRATED WATERFLOW FEATURES - A bathroom sink with an upper basin substantially at waist level, a lower basin substantially at foot or knee level or between foot and knee levels, and a diverter that diverts a flow of water from the upper basin to the lower basin. The diverter may be next to a first faucet mounted to the first basin, on a side of the upper basin, or on a stand connecting the upper basin to the lower basin. One or more additional faucets may also be mounted to the lower basin. A pair of driers may be mounted to the lower basin. A control panel may be mounted to the upper basin so that a controller can control the flow of water based on a water meter or a timer, log water usage and/or other information in association with a user ID, and/or display an instructional video.02-20-2014
20140259377SINK ACCESSORY - A sink accessory comprising a wire-form attachment structure and a supporting structure. The wire-form attachment structure is configured to be secured to a section of a divider of the sink to support the sink accessory. The attachment structure includes a base, a first leg, and a second leg spaced apart from the first leg. The supporting structure is coupled to and extends from one of the first and second legs. The supporting structure is also configured to extend offset from and adjacent to the divider.09-18-2014
004628000 With cleaning brush, soap dispenser or holder 4
20100235981CONTAINER UNIT FOR STORAGE AND DISINFECTION - Container unit for storage and disinfection of various items, such as dishcloths, sponges, brushes and the like, where the unit comprises an outer housing, and an inner moveable rack, characterised in that the inner moveable rack comprises a reservoir, and that said rack and reservoir are connected to the outer housing by means whereby the inner rack can move out from a position in the housing where the housing substantially encloses the rack and reservoir, to a position where the rack and at least part of the reservoir are accessible, and that means are provided either in the housing or the rack for disinfecting objects on the rack.09-23-2010
20100275367 DISHWASHING BRUSH MAGNETICALLY ENGAGING A SINK - An assembly of a sink magnetically engaging a dishwashing brush, one of the sink and the brush comprising a magnet and the other of the sink and the brush comprising a magnet or a magnetically permeable material. In one embodiment, the brush comprises a first and a second part, the first part being adapted to be grasped by a user, and the second part comprising bristles, the first and second part each having a longitudinal axis, the longitudinal axes of the first and second parts having a non-zero angle there between, the sink comprises the magnet or magnetically permeable material at a position at a side thereof, the sink having an upper rim and a center portion, and the brush comprises the magnet or magnetically permeable material in a position so that, when engaging the sink, the second part is positioned over the sink and within the upper rim, whereas the first part extends above the upper rim and away from the center portion of the sink.11-04-2010
20110296605Oral Hygiene Station for Children - An oral hygiene station (12-08-2011
20150135428Soap Dispenser - A concealed soap dispenser comprising: a sink having a sink drain and an overflow opening; an overflow housing secured within the overflow opening, the overflow housing including an inlet to allow fluid to enter a chamber within the overflow housing and an outlet to allow fluid to exit the chamber within the overflow housing; an overflow drain conduit secured by its proximal end to the overflow housing and secured by its distal end to the sink drain wherein fluid may exit the overflow housing and flow through the lumen and into the sink drain; and a soap dispenser secured within the overflow housing.05-21-2015
004629000 With garbage receptor or tableware extractor 3
20090249541Food Preparation Sink - Food preparation sinks are disclosed which have an integral raised work area that is rinsed by an automatic system. Food waste or the like present in that area can be washed into a sump above a drain, and the weight of the waste and water in the sump is enough to automatically drive them through a baffle to a food waste disposer, without requiring the baffle to be manually opened. An automatic controller system coordinates water flow and food waste disposer operation, and the water supply can be linked to the sink below the sink rim to save counter top space. In some forms multiple rinsing nozzles are provided which pulse in altering fashion.10-08-2009
20120151671FOOD PREPARATION SINK - Food preparation sinks are disclosed which have an integral raised work area that is rinsed by an automatic system. Food waste or the like present in that area can be washed into a sump above a drain, and the weight of the waste and water in the sump is enough to automatically drive them through a baffle to a garbage disposal, without requiring the baffle to be manually opened. An automatic controller system coordinates water flow and garbage disposal operation, and the water supply can be linked to the sink below the sink rim to save counter top space. In some forms multiple rinsing nozzles are provided which pulse in altering fashion.06-21-2012
20140041113Apparatus for Preventing Flatware from Passing through the Drain of a Wash Basin or Sink, and Related Methods of Use - Disclose is a magnetized sink which (a) does not result in the congestion of a sink drain, (b) features at least one neodymium magnet, and (c) assists in the performance of sink activities that are unrelated to flatware. In one embodiment, the sink comprises: a basin; a drain; and a plurality of neodymium magnets secured to an underside of the basin whereby metallic items may be magnetically attracted to the inside the basin. In one mode of operation, the sink is configured to prevent flatware from passing over the drain precipice. In another mode of operation, the disclosed apparatus is configured to assist in the washing of pots and/or pans, wherein pots or pans are held upright via magnetic attraction.02-13-2014
004660000 Rim frames 1
20120159703SINK WITH IMPROVED RIM FEATURES - A sink mountable to an underside of a counter, an assembly including this sink, a method installing this sink, and a method of manufacturing this sink are disclosed. The sink includes at least one basin with a rim extending generally outwardly from an upper boundary of the basin. The rim includes at least one channel recessed relative to an upper surface of the rim. Among other things, this channel may strengthen and inhibit warping of the rim as well as be configured to neatly receive a sealant during installation.06-28-2012
004624000 Wash fountain 1
20130263372Portable washing station - A portable washing station which includes a covered jug/vessel for holding unused liquid, a receiving platform upon or over which the liquid is dispensed and a reservoir in which the dispensed liquid gathers, whereby the jug/vessel is adapted to cover and seal from spillage the reservoir when in place.10-10-2013
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20090094738Glass or Glass-Ceramic Washbasin - The invention relates to a glass or glass-ceramic washbasin. The inventive washbasin is characterized in that it essentially comprises at least one part (04-16-2009
20090260152PAPER PULP COMPOSITION AND ARTICLE FORMED THEREFROM - A moldable paper pulp composition comprising an aqueous suspension of a base material comprising paper particles and a detergent resistant binding agent for the paper particles, in an intimate and substantially homogenous mix. Also provided are articles molded from the composition.10-22-2009
20100077547Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures With Resistant Coatings - Stainless steel sinks are disclosed which have a chrome surface coating layer. In one highly preferred form the layer is electroplated in a non-uniform manner such that high wear areas automatically receive an extra thickness of the chrome. The layer improves stain resistance and scratch resistance well beyond what conventional chromium mixed throughout the stainless steel itself will do. Processes for applying the layer are also described, as are the effects of different brushing finishes.04-01-2010
20100125945EXTERIOR RIM WASH BOWL - A one-piece bowl including an open top, a bottom opening, a rim portion, an interior space and a plurality of cavities is provided. The rim portion substantially surrounds the bowl near the open top, and an inner channel is formed along and within the rim portion. The interior space is substantially defined by an interior surface, the open top and the bottom opening. The plurality of cavities extends from the inner channel to the interior space. The inner channel and the cavities are configured to pass fluid from an outer fluid source to the interior space. A mold assembly and a method for forming a one-piece greenware piece for the bowl are also provided. The mold assembly includes a top mold component and a bottom mold component that are configured to mate and thereby form a reservoir substantially defining the bowl.05-27-2010
20100132110BIMETAL LAMINATE STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - Bimetal laminate structures and an improved method for manufacturing the same are provided herein. In one preferred embodiment, the laminate structure includes a first constraining layer that is fabricated from a metallic material, such as stainless steel. A second constraining layer that is appreciably thicker than the first is also included. The second constraining layer is fabricated from a different metallic material, such as low-carbon cold rolled steel. An adhesive layer spans between and rigidly bonds the first and second constraining layers. The first and second constraining layers have a thickness ratio, a yield strength ratio, and a springback ratio that are collectively optimized such that the laminate structure can be formed, preferably through a deep drawing operation, to define one or more depressions/basins of a predetermined depth without delaminating or cracking. The adhesion strength of the adhesive layer is also engineered to prevent separation of the two constraining layers.06-03-2010
20110308009BATHROOM AND/OR KITCHEN SINK HAVING A DRAIN INTEGRATED IN THE BODY THEREOF AS A SINGLE PIECE DURING THE MANUFACTURE OF SAME - The present invention relates to a bathroom sink (12-22-2011
20120073042METHOD FOR PRODUCING A BASIN INTEGRATED IN A RECEIVING PLANE, RECEIVING PLANE FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD AND MONOBLOC ASSEMBLY OBTAINED BY THE METHOD - A method for producing a basin (03-29-2012
20120084911WASHBASIN - A washbasin includes: a washbasin body having a water containing space and comprising an insertion hole formed in a front surface thereof in a downward inclined direction and a drain hole formed on the bottom surface thereof; a water supply nozzle projected toward the water containing space through the insertion hole from a rear end of the washbasin body, wherein the projected portion of the water supply nozzle is rotated in a direction desired by a user so as to control a water supply direction and a water supply amount; a cold/hot water supply valve buried in a one-side edge of the washbasin body and coupled to the water supply nozzle through a pipe; and a cold/hot selection level installed on the top surface of the cold/hot water supply valve and selectively supplying cold/hot water to the water supply nozzle.04-12-2012
20120144580BASIN WITH LINER - A multi-layered basin including an interior layer with at least one sidewall enclosing an area for retaining a liquid. The sidewall has an external surface for contacting the liquid and an underlying surface. A liner is attached to the underlying surface to cover at least a portion of the underlying surface. The liner is vacuum formed against the underlying surface such that the liner at least partially conforms to the shape of the underlying surface.06-14-2012
20120151670FOOD PREPARATION SINK - Food preparation sinks are disclosed which have an integral raised work area that is rinsed by an automatic system. Food waste or the like present in that area can be washed into a sump above a drain, and the weight of the waste and water in the sump is enough to automatically drive them through a baffle to a garbage disposal, without requiring the baffle to be manually opened. An automatic controller system coordinates water flow and garbage disposal operation, and the water supply can be linked to the sink below the sink rim to save counter top space. In some forms multiple rinsing nozzles are provided which pulse in altering fashion.06-21-2012
20120222210Surgical irrigation basin - A surgical irrigation basin is formed as a round bowl with outwardly flaring upwardly extending peripheral wall. A front cutout is formed in the peripheral wall, and a back cutout is formed in a back portion of the peripheral wall. The front cutout has greater depth than the back cutout. A wide resting ledge is formed along the front cutout to make it more comfortable for the patient. The upper edge of the peripheral wall portions is provided with outwardly extending and downwardly curving lips. Measuring indicia is formed on the inner surface of the peripheral wall to allow health care providers to determine the amount of liquid collected in the basin. A spigot is fitted into the peripheral wall for draining the irrigation fluids.09-06-2012
20120222211APRON-FRONT SINK - A sink is provided. The sink includes a basin having a first side wall, an opposite second side wall and a front wall. The sink also includes a rim supported at and extending outwardly from an upper end of the first and second side walls in a substantially horizontal orientation. The sink further includes an apron extending vertically below the rim and laterally between a first end and an opposite second end to define a front portion of the sink. The first end of the apron extends outwardly past the rim associated with the first side wall and the second end of the apron extends outwardly past the rim associated with the second side wall.09-06-2012
20120222212SELF-RIMMING APRON-FRONT SINK - A self-rimming sink is provided. The self-rimming sink includes a basin and a rim extending outwardly from an upper end of the basin in a relatively horizontal orientation. The rim is configured to be placed on top of a countertop for supporting the sink The self-rimming sink also includes an apron coupled to the rim and defining a front portion of the sink The apron has a front surface extending vertically below the rim and laterally between a first side surface and an opposite second side surface. The first and second side surfaces each having a front vertical lip that extends laterally to an outer periphery of the rim and a rear side wall portion. The rear side wall portion is recessed relative to the front vertical lip and the outer periphery of the rim.09-06-2012
20130061389SINK - A sink having a metallic material with at least one basin, preferably first and second basins, as well as with an edge section encompassing the at least one basin, which is embodied as a flat edge for a flat resting or flush assembly to a countertop. The at least one basin is produced in one piece with the remaining sink (03-14-2013
20150135427BASIN - A basin manufactured from a solid slab of stone having a depth of multiple times the thickness of the original slab, which may match the naturally occurring patterns of said slab when used as a countertop, and a method of producing the same.05-21-2015
20150342439POT AND PAN WASHING MACHINE - A non-welded field joint for connecting two portions of a pot and pan washing machine together as a single unit is provided.12-03-2015
20160024762LAVATORY FAUCET - A lavatory faucet is fixed on a basin and contains: a body and a fixing device. The body includes a housing and a supply pipe assembly; the fixing device includes a mounting seat, two screw rods, and two clamping blocks; the basin includes a central orifice, a left orifice, and a right orifice. The mounting seat includes an upper fitting sleeve, two extending wings for abutting against a top face of the basin, and two support feet. The upper fitting sleeve has a channel defined therein relative to the central orifice, each extending wing has a through hole to insert each support foot, and each support foot has a first stopping fence. Each screw rod extends out of the through hole and is rotated above the mounting seat, each clamping block is screwed with each screw rod and is limited by the first stopping fence as rotating each screw rod.01-28-2016
20160040406APRON-FRONT SINK - A sink is provided. The sink includes a basin having a first side wall, an opposite second side wall and a front wall. The sink also includes a rim supported at and extending outwardly from an upper end of the first and second side walls in a substantially horizontal orientation. The sink further includes an apron extending vertically below the rim and laterally between a first end and an opposite second end to define a front portion of the sink. The first end of the apron extends outwardly past the rim associated with the first side wall and the second end of the apron extends outwardly past the rim associated with the second side wall.02-11-2016
20160122982A BASIN MOUNTING STRUCTURE - The present invention discloses a basin mounting structure comprising a basin body (05-05-2016
20160186417BASIN MOULDING, FOR EXAMPLE A KITCHEN SINK, A WASHBASIN OR THE LIKE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A BASIN MOULDING - The invention relates to a basin molding (06-30-2016
20180023274ELECTRONIC PLUMBING FIXTURE FITTINGS WITH SHAPED AND LIMITED SENSOR DETECTION ZONES01-25-2018

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