Scooping pan
US9693533B2 · kind B2 · utility
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24Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2547/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A scooping pan having a rear dumping feature that can be configured to scoop up general refuse, pet refuse, urine clumps, etc. from the ground, a litter box, etc. The scooping pan can optionally include one or more openings or slots that enable litter to pass through the openings or slots when the pet refuse, urine clumps, etc. are removed from the litter box. The rear of the scooping pan includes an openable flap that enables the general refuse, pet refuse, urine clumps, etc. in the scooping pan to be dumped out of the rear of the scooping pan.
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