System and method for measuring and monitoring overflow or wetness conditions in a washroom
US7814582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S4/03
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for detecting an actual or impending overflow condition from a washroom fixture includes an overflow sensor configured with the fixture at a location to detect an abnormal rise in water level within the fixture before water overflows the fixture. A water sensor may also be disposed to detect an abnormal amount of water on the washroom floor. A data communications unit is in communication with the sensors. A washroom monitoring station is provided in wireless communication with the data communications unit and in communication with the sensors through the data communications unit. The washroom monitoring station is configured for indicating the presence of water when detected by the overflow or water sensors.
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