Patent · US Expired

Method of forming a tub apparatus

US5133818A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 19, 1990
Grant dateJul 28, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 19, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61H2201/0271
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Tub apparatus includes a foamed resiliently compressible plastic tub wall having an inner side and an outer side, the tub having an interior to receive liquid; a tensile liner adjacent the wall side, the liner and characterized in that it resists outward expansion in response to loading exerted by liquid filled into the tub interior; and including ports extending through the side wall and liner for circulating liquid between the interior of the tub and the exterior thereof. The plastic wall is typically locally heat cored in situ and provided with elbow fittings having venturis for efficient water, and water and air flow.

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