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System and method for converting manually operated flush valves

US7549436B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 25, 2006
Grant dateJun 23, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 25, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/5109
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Disclosed is a method and system for converting or retrofitting manually-operated flush valves. A conversion system for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve includes a power module, a control module, and a driver module mechanically coupled to a manual handle to externally activate the converted flush valve.

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