Low maintenance long service life maritime head
US6247195A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B29/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A head structure is disclosed which includes a novel deck, bulkhead and overhead coating which prevents moisture, especially corrosive sea water, or salt atmosphere from reaching the underlying deck, bulkhead or overhead even if the surface of the coating is damaged or penetrated. The coating provides an attractive and highly durable surface which is easily cleaned and resists staining or discoloring. The novel coating in connection with the unique head design allows a head to be easily and rapidly cleaned and maintained a daily basis by simple wash-and wipe techniques requiring minimal crew involvement time. This permits crew members to be able to devote more of their time to education and productive endeavors rather than to maintenance. The head has a deck, bulkhead and an overhead, most or all of which are susceptible to corrosion in the salt water environment. The structure of the head includes one or more lavatory fixtures (especially commodes or basins) mounted on the bulkhead, and a coating adhered to and covering the corrosion-susceptible deck, bulkhead or overhead metal surface, the coating including a porcelain, ceramic or terrazzo layer disposed adjacent to but spaced ap…
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