Handheld cleaning device with elongated handle for use with disposable cleaning towel
US9370293B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L13/16
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cleaning device operable for use with a disposable cleaning towel is provided. The cleaning device includes a handle, a head, first and second clamps, and an ejector. The handle extends between a proximal end portion and a distal end portion. The head is disposed relative to the distal end portion of the handle. The head defines a head surface over which the disposable cleaning towel is fixed during use of the cleaning device. The head defines a head cavity and a head aperture extending between the head cavity and the head mating surface. The first and second clamps are disposed relative to the head, and each are selectively moveable between a closed position and an open position. In their respective closed positions, at least a portion of each of the first and second clamps is operable to abut the head surface and hold the cleaning towel in place. In their respective open positions, each of the first and second clamps is positioned away from the head surface. The ejector is disposed relative to the head, and is selectively moveable between a stowed position and a deployed position. In the stowed position, the ejector is disposed entirely within the head cavity. In the deployed p…
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