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Apparatus for washing of items

US7591156B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2005
Grant dateSep 22, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD06F95/008
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus for washing at least one item, comprising a frame having a dome shape when viewed from its end, and a generally triangular or concave shape when viewed from its side; and a flow through mesh on the frame which allows washing fluid (generally water) to freely flow to and from the item being washed; the apparatus having an opening through which the at least one item to be washed can be placed into and removed from the apparatus. The frame may have an endless pocket; and a stiffener disposed within the pocket, the stiffener having a length exceeding that of the endless pocket, so that blunted ends of the stiffener overlap each other within the pocket. Pockets with strips make the side panels strong and resilient, protecting the items to be washed.

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