Drain trap ultrasonic vibration cleaning apparatus
US4893361A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 1987 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C1/126
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An ultrasonic drain trap cleaning apparatus for use in a plumbing system. A drain trap is fitted with transducers which receive electrical signals from a signal generator to create vibrations within the trap thereby clearing clogging material. A flow sensor is optionally provided to check fluid flow. If fluid flow is inadequate, the sensor signals the generator to generate signals to the transducers, causing vibrations thereby. A central programmable generator may be provided to generate electrical signals to more than one trap having transducers, or a programmable generator may be provided at each trap.
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