Methods and apparatus for remotely monitoring and/or controlling a plumbing system
US9513019B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/25168
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and compositions for controlling and monitoring residential and commercial pumping systems. Preferably, the controlling and monitoring functions include a remotely located controller component capable of displaying alerts and/or from which a user may input commands regulating the functioning of the plumbing system. In particularly preferred examples, the plumbing system is an “on command” hot water system in which hot water availability, use and energy efficiencies and conservation are monitored and maximized.
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