Mobile Grooming Apparatus

Abstract

The invention comprises a compact barber shop structure concealed within a trunk on castors being of sufficient height and size to allow for movement thru various building-code compliant doorways. Upon opening, the barbershop contains the necessary utilities for a maximum of two (2) service providers to perform barber related tasks including haircuts, hot towel shaves, facials, etc. The exterior of structure takes on the appearance of a steamer trunk orientated vertically and is finished with wood trim, metal corner guards, and high impact textiles.

Description

[0001] This invention relates to a mobile grooming apparatus and the like.

[0002] It is the object of the invention to provide a novel barbershop experience that allows persons access to the high-quality grooming products and services they need when, where and how they need them. The mobile grooming apparatus conceals a virtual barbershop within a steamer trunk with lockable castors that allows it to be moved to different places and to secure the apparatus in a closed and various opened positions. Upon opening, the apparatus contains all the necessary barbershop utilities and equipment to support a maximum of two (2) service providers enabling them to perform the related barber tasks. The utilities and equipment included are as follows: a sink, faucet, hot towel warmer, electrical outlets, mirrors, and storage.

[0003] It is also the object of the invention to provide a mobile grooming apparatus that is self-sustaining, with its own water reserve and power source, allowing it to be "unplugged" from a hosts utility service (i.e. water, power, etc.)

[0004] Further objectives and advantages of the invention will become apparent as the delineation proceeds in conjunction with the accompanying drawings wherein:

[0005] FIG. 1, Sheet 1 is a depiction of the front exterior view of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0006] FIG. 2, Sheet 1 is a depiction of the right side exterior view of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0007] FIG. 3, Sheet 1 is a depiction of the left side exterior view of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0008] FIG. 4, Sheet 1 is a depiction of the top exterior view of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0009] FIG. 1, Sheet 2 is a depiction of the plan view of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0010] FIG. 2, Sheet 2 is a depiction of the plan view of the apparatus in its 180 degree opened position.

[0011] FIG. 3, Sheet 2 is a depiction of the plan view of the apparatus in its 270 degree opened position.

[0012] FIG. 1, Sheet 3 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in elevation

[0013] FIG. 2, Sheet 3 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in vertical section.

[0014] FIG. 3, Sheet 3 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in vertical section.

[0015] FIG. 4, Sheet 3 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in horizontal section.

[0016] FIG. 5, Sheet 3 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in horizontal section.

[0017] FIG. 1, Sheet 4 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in elevation

[0018] FIG. 2, Sheet 4 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in vertical section.

[0019] FIG. 3, Sheet 4 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in vertical section.

[0020] FIG. 4, Sheet 4 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in horizontal section.

[0021] FIG. 5, Sheet 4 depicts the interior design of the left trunk chassis in horizontal section.

[0022] FIG. 1, Sheet 5 is a depiction of the 2-point perspective of the apparatus in its closed position.

[0023] FIG. 2, Sheet 5 is a depiction of the 2-point perspective of the apparatus in its 180 degree opened position.

[0024] FIG. 3, Sheet 5 is a depiction of the 2-point perspective of the apparatus in its 270 degree opened position.

[0025] On Sheet 1, FIG. 1, FIG. 2, AND FIG. 4 show the apparatus is illustrated as a steamer trunk on numerous heavy duty castors 02. The exterior finish, in aggregate, consists of various materials, including but not limited to: wood trim 20, upholstery 19, corner guards 17, and leather strapping 18. The two (2) trunk chassis are connected via two (2) continuous piano hinges 15 and secured by draw latches 14 when closed. The apparatus is maneuvered with handles 16 as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 3 and FIG. 4 on Sheet 1.

[0026] The apparatus is of sufficient size and weight to allow one (1) and/or two (2) adult persons to maneuver it to various locations and/or to its various opened positions as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 on Sheet 2. A double hinged panel 01 allows the apparatus to open to various angles including, but not limited to: 180 degrees and 270 degrees. Once in these positions the lockable heavy duty castors 02 lock to maintain positions. In its 270 degree position, extendable shelving can be used to maximize retail space as illustrated in FIG. 1 on Sheet 4 and in FIG. 2 on Sheet 5.

[0027] The left trunk chassis plays host to various equipment that facilitates the use of the apparatus by licensed service provider(s). The equipment consists of, but not limited to, a sink and faucet 12, electrical outlets 13, mirror 03, and towel warmer 09 as illustrated in FIG. 1, FIG. 2 and FIG. 4 on Sheet 3. The faucet and sink 12 that are supported by an on demand water pump 08, an on demand water heater 07, a fresh water tank 05 and waste water tank 06 within cabinets under said counter top as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 on Sheet 3. Sufficient plumbing is provided to maintain proper water management. Both tanks are removable for occasional emptying and refilling.

[0028] Electricity will be provided by a DC powered battery 10 located within cabinets beneath the counter top. The battery is then connected to a power inverter 11 that converts the DC power into AC power and then manages the power needs for the entire apparatus including, but not limited to, the electrical outlets 13, the towel warmer 09, the water pump 08, and water heater 07 as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 on Sheet 3. The power is distributed through a system of code compliant wiring that runs throughout both trunk chassis. The wiring between the trunk chassis will be maneuvered through the double hinged panel 01 with a system of compression springs managing the slack to avoid bunching.

[0029] The right trunk chassis will play host to the bulk of the apparatuses storage and shelving needs. This includes the extendable shelving 04 used to support a retail center as illustrated in FIG. 1 on Sheet 4. Also shown in FIG. 2 on Sheet 4 is the counter top that extends past the depth of the right trunk chassis to provide additional space. It has a rounded exterior corner and is mounted slightly higher than the counter top in the left trunk chassis to provide sufficient clearance when apparatus is closed. Additional storage is provided underneath the counter top and retail center. The left trunk chassis will also house a mirror 03 and electrical outlets 13 as shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 2 and FIG. 5 on Sheet 4.

[0030] It is intended that the mobile grooming apparatus be placed within office buildings, hotels, haberdasheries, malls, and various public places allowable by permission of law whereupon it can be used to deliver various grooming services. When not in use, the apparatus can be stored in a storage room or in an out of the way location associated with the facility.

[0031] Various changes and departures may be implemented to the invention without departing from the spirit of scope delineated herein. It is not intended that the invention be limited to that which is specifically described in the specifications or as illustrated in the drawings but only as set forth in the claims delineated in paragraphs one (1), two (2), and three (3).

Claims

1. The invention claimed is a mobile grooming apparatus that conceals a virtual barbershop within a trunk, oriented vertically, containing all the necessary barbershop utilities and equipment to support a maximum of two (2) service providers enabling them to perform the related barber tasks, lockable castors that allow the apparatus to be moved to different places and to secure the apparatus in a closed and various opened positions, utilities and equipment that include a sink, faucet, hot towel warmer, electrical outlets, mirrors, storage and counter space, self-sustaining services with its own water reserve and power source, allowing it to be "unplugged" from a host's utility service (i.e. water, power, etc.).

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