Sink with pre-plumbed and co-located components
US8181289B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 30, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C1/14
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A lavatory system has a cabinet including a base, a basin and a head extending above the basin. A water outlet/sensor is mounted in the head. A water supply line is connected to the water outlet. A solenoid valve in the water supply line controls the flow of water through the water supply line. A circuit board sends electrical signals to the solenoid valve for opening and closing the valve upon receipt of indications from a sensor as to whether a user hands is present or not. The solenoid valve, shut off valve, circuit board and sensor are mounted in the head with a sloped surface towards the basin. A manual shutoff valve mounted in the head is included in the supply line.
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