Inline rotating rain gutter
US8511000B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04D13/076
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A rain gutter system is provided that permits the gutter to be inverted, including a section of rain gutter that is supported on either side by a rotating assembly that rotates the gutter inline to a downward position. The rotating assembly includes a gearbox that is connected to the gutters, and utilizes a gear mechanism that enables automatic rotation of the gutters. When rotated, the gutters allow loose debris contained therein, such as pine needles and leaves, to fall to the ground without requiring a user to climb to the roof to manually clean an upright gutter. If debris is left behind in the gutter, a hose or power sprayer may be used to clear the gutter of any debris contained therein. Once cleaned, the user may return the gutter to its original position.
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