US2013240423A1PendingUtilityA1
Device for use with floor drains
Est. expiryMar 13, 2032(~5.7 yrs left)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:James Epstein
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Abstract
A cover for a floor drain is provided. The cover includes a first skirt material defining a cutout therein. The skirt material is configured for covering the perimeter of the floor drain. A second skirt material is provided for being received in the cutout and being configured for covering the opening of the floor drain. The second skirt material further defines an opening therein for receivably engaging a basket assembly.
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1 . A cover for a floor drain, comprising:
a first skirt material defining a cutout therein, the skirt material being configured for covering the perimeter of the floor drain; and a second skirt material for being received in the cutout and being configured for covering the opening of the floor drain, the second skirt material further defining an opening therein for receivably engaging a basket assembly.
2 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the cover is formed from an injection molding process.
3 . The cover of claim 2 , wherein the injection molding process includes injecting an aromatic material into the cover.
4 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the cover is provided with a treatment material.
5 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the first skirt material defines a generally square shaped panel for engaging with the floor drain.
6 . The cover of claim 5 , wherein the first skirt material defines a plurality of openings therein for allowing flowthrough of liquids.
7 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the second skirt material defines a plurality of openings therein for allowing flowthrough of liquids.
8 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the second skirt material defines a groove that is configured for receiving a snap arm of the basket assembly.
9 . The cover of claim 1 , wherein the second skirt material defines a ledge upon which the basket assembly rests when selectively engaged therewith.
10 . A kit for use with a floor drain assembly, the kit comprising:
a cover for a floor drain, comprising:
a first skirt material defining a cutout therein, the skirt material being configured for covering the perimeter of the floor drain;
a second skirt material for being received in the cutout and being configured for covering the opening of the floor drain, the second skirt material further defining an opening therein for receivably engaging a basket assembly; and
a basket assembly configured for containing a liquid-soluble treatment material therein and being configured to be received in the opening defined in the second skirt material.
11 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the basket assembly further defines a shoulder configured for engaging with a cooperative groove formed in the skirt.
12 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the basket assembly further defines an arm configured for engaging with a cooperative groove formed in the skirt.
13 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the basket assembly further defines a support to which the liquid-soluble treatment material is carried by.
14 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the basket assembly defines a plurality of openings on a top portion thereof for allowing flow-through of liquid.
15 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the first skirt material defines a plurality of openings for allowing flow-through of liquid.
16 . The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the second skirt material defines a ledge upon which the basket assembly rests when selectively engaged therewith.
17 . The kit according to claim 10 , further comprising the liquid-soluble material carried within the basket assembly, the liquid-soluble material being configured as one of a pesticide, insecticide, fragrance, and a degreaser.Cited by (0)
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