Vertically and horizontally adjustable sink system for use by persons using a wheelchair and/or a walker
US9410310B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 2, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47K1/05
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The sink system (10) includes a sink support frame (12) for supporting a sink (24). A vertical adjustment mechanism (30) secured between the sink support frame (12) and a rear wall (32) permits selective vertical movement of the sink support frame (12). A horizontal adjustment mechanism (40) secured between the sink support frame (12) and the sink (24) permits selective horizontal movement of the sink (24) away from and toward the rear wall (32). Flexible cold and hot water delivery lines (44, 46) and a flexible drain pipe (54) are secured between the rear wall (32) and a bottom surface of the sink. Vertical and horizontal movement of the sink (24) greatly facilitates use of the sink (24) by elderly and disabled persons using a wheelchair (56) and/or a walker. A two-sink cabinet embodiment (130) is also disclosed.
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