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Sink with foldable faucet assembly and multiple-purpose support structure

US6611972B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2001
Grant dateSep 2, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE03C2201/90
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A sink comprising a basin and a faucet assembly foldably mounted relative to the basin. The faucet assembly is rotatable between an upright position wherein the faucet assembly protrudes out from the basin and a folded position wherein the faucet assembly is received within the basin. Another embodiment comprises a sink assembly including a sink housing including a conduit rack and a receptacle for a sink with such a foldable faucet assembly. The sink assembly may further include one or more slidable table portions or a pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position. A serving cart, a gardening cart and a barbecue station, each including a sink with a foldable faucet assembly and a slidable table portion or pivotable lid for covering the sink when the faucet assembly is in the folded position.

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