Coating implements with material supply – Supply container and independent applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2000-07-28
2001-08-28
Huson, Gregory L. (Department: 3751)
Coating implements with material supply
Supply container and independent applicator
C401S123000, C401S268000, C222S205000, C015S104920
Reexamination Certificate
active
06280111
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a combination liquid soap dispenser and scrub brush, and in particular a liquid soap dispenser which has a carrier mechanism which delivers a hand
ail scrub brush into a bath of soap or other suitable cleaning agent. This carrier also acts as a suspension device which allows for drip-drying of the hand
ail scrub brush.
Hand
ail scrub brushes are commonly used items in our society, and are generally used for hygienic purposes. The scrub brushes are generally kept on a counter top, in a dish, or hung on some type of hook. In some cases the scrub brushes are quite unsightly.
To use liquid soap with a hand
ail scrub brush, the user generally deposits the liquid soap either on his/her hands or on the scrub brush bristles directly. In both cases, the liquid soap is not evenly distributed across the outer ends of the scrub brush bristles. This negatively affects the efficiency of the disinfecting and cleaning ability of the scrub brush, and can also unnecessarily waste liquid soap.
Once used, the scrub brushes are generally returned to their original positions. In the case of the first two locations, the bristles of the brush are usually placed in contact with a surface; this orientation often results in the development of a puddle of water around the brush bristles. The puddle often does not allow the brush to dry completely. In fact, the puddle itself can also facilitate the growth of bacteria.
Although many different liquid soap dispensers and scrub brushes are available, none of the liquid soap dispensers currently provide a housing for a scrub brush; as well as a mechanism that acts as both a suspension device for drip-drying and a delivery system for the brush to evenly distribute a coat of the liquid soap to the other ends of the scrub brush bristles.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONS
The broad purpose of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide the means for the aesthetic housing of a hand
ail scrub brush, the mans for drip-drying the scrub brush, and the means for easily applying liquid soap to the hands and the hand
ail scrub brushes bristles evenly. In one embodiment of the present invention, the liquid soap dispenser has a standard pump on one side and an opening at the top. A carrier mechanism resides inside the liquid soap dispenser's hollow construction. The carrier is suspended or supported by springs. The scrub brush rests on the carrier's support pads. The brush's bristles are configured to minimize contact with the carrier. The carrier is guided in its movement, has grating on the main flat surface, and a perimeter wall completely outside the opening in the top of the housing.
In an additional embodiment of the present invention, the carrier may be separated into two separate components. The grating portion in the center of the carrier could be independent of the carrier support pads and walls. In this configuration the grating might use the Archimedes principle to float on the surface of the liquid soap or other suitable cleaning agent. The grating might also be guided in its movement. One guiding feature might be similar to the offset walls that guide the hand
ail scrub brush into the liquid soap, or a guiding feature similar to the guide bars that guide the carrier in its motion.
To use the described scrub brush, one need only press on the handle of the scrub brush. This action will cause the carrier to submerge into the liquid soap allowing the bristles to contact the aforementioned liquid soap. The preferred embodiment of the invention is to allow the user to house a scrub brush in an aesthetically pleasing fashion, the means to easily and evenly apply soap to the scrub brush, and the means for drip-drying the scrub brush. These all allow for greater ease of use, more convenience, potential cost savings in liquid soap, and can be manufactured and assembled at a relatively low cost.
In another embodiment an internal pump can be actuated to deliver soap to the scrub brush bristles.
Still further objects and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent to those skilled in the art to which the invention pertains upon reference to the following detailed description.
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Armer Mark
Eiler Frederick George
Huson Gregory L.
Ladas & Parry
Le Huyen
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