Fluid collection system for ring events
US6682463B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 2, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B71/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The fluid collection system for ring events comprises a mat, an extraction port and connector, a flexible hose and wet vacuum source. The mat has raised edges to support a sloped surface that gravity feeds the extraction port and raised gasket depressions to support a ring stool. The extraction port has apertures for drainage and is connected to the flexible hose and wet vacuum source by the extraction port connector. This connector fits into at the rear of the extraction port at the 90° angle of the mat. The mat is hinged to allow it to fold in either direction for rapid deployment and removal. When the mat is deployed, all fluids distributed in the competitors corners will be removed by aide of gravity and the wet vacuum source, leaving the surfaces clean and dry. The fluid collection system promotes safety, hygienic, fair ring event conditions.
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