Fluid handling – Systems – Flow path with serial valves and/or closures
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-06
2011-12-06
Fristoe, Jr., John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Systems
Flow path with serial valves and/or closures
C137S509000, C137S513500, C251S028000, C251S040000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08069877
ABSTRACT:
A flush valve according to the present disclosure includes a pressure compensating device for toilet and urinals to ensure consistent flush and bowl refill volumes. Certain flush volume limits may required for compliance with federal, state and local regulations regarding water usage. The flush valve can adjust water flow rates within the prescribed water usage limits and does not sacrifice the toilet's bowl washing and waste removal capabilities.
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Christ Frank
Jacobs Barry
Schmitz Walter
Seggio Frank
Sponheimer Juergen
AS IP Holdco, LLC
Fristoe, Jr. John
Frommer & Lawrence & Haug LLP
Levy Paul A.
Ryan Matthew K.
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