E03C1/0408

Fitting with automatic object recognition and method for controlling a fitting by means of automatic object recognition

A fitting, in particular an outlet fitting, for a sanitary installation has a control unit, a sanitary element controllable with the control unit, and at least one imaging sensor. The control unit is adapted to trigger an action of the sanitary element depending on an object recognition based on at least one output signal from the at least one imaging sensor. A fitting arrangement with such a fitting as well as a method for controlling such a fitting are also provided.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DIVERTING WATER FROM A SHOWER HEAD AND DISTRIBUTING WITHIN A BATHTUB OR SHOWER BASIN
20230323645 · 2023-10-12 · ·

Systems and methods are disclosed for diverting water from a shower diverter valve and distributing within an interior of a bathtub. One non-limiting embodiment of the system disclosed herein includes a flexible hose having a first end connected to the shower diverter valve, the flexible hose extending into the interior of the bathtub and having a second end opposite the first, the second end of the hose connecting to an inlet of a basin disposed within the interior of the bathtub and supported by a bottom surface of the bathtub; the basin being generally rectangular in shape, the basin having an internal cavity for receiving water from the flexible hose, the basin having a top surface for placing a child during a bath, the top surface having a plurality of holes about an outer perimeter of the top surface of the basin; wherein water flowing from the shower diverter valve through the flexible hose and into the internal cavity of the basin emits from the plurality of holes in the top surface of the basin, creating a gentle shower for bathing the child.

SHOWER HEAD SYSTEM
20210340745 · 2021-11-04 ·

The present invention provides a shower head system for the preservation of a water supply of a shower. The user is allowed the option to configure the water supply in a secondary outlet flow and a primary outlet flow. The secondary outlet flow, in some embodiments, is a droplet or rain-style flow. Without impeding the traditional or existing shower head the current invention allows the user to conserve water and customize different bathing experiences while doing so.

WATER CONVEYANCE IMPLEMENT
20230332386 · 2023-10-19 · ·

Provided is a water conveyance implement that can have an excellent outer appearance, without molding a cover portion.

A water conveyance implement includes a main body portion in which a water passage for hot/cold water is formed. Pressure higher than supply pressure of the hot/cold water to the water passage during flow acts on the water passage, the main body portion is formed by engineering plastic, and a plated portion is formed on an outer surface of the main body portion itself.

MULTIFUNCTIONAL HANDHELD SHOWER
20230311135 · 2023-10-05 ·

The invention discloses a multifunctional shower, which includes a body, a water outlet assembly, a water channel switching device and a water stop device. The inner cavity of the body is hollow and has a handle; The shower water inlet channel and the spray gun water inlet channel are separated, and there is a water passage hole connected to the outlet end of the shower water inlet channel; the water channel switching device and the water stop device are set in the body, and by adjusting the water channel switching device, The water flow selectively flows to the shower water inlet channel or the spray gun water inlet channel; by adjusting the water stop device, the shower can be switched between the water stop state and the water flow state.

SHOWER FILTER ADAPTER SYSTEM
20230311034 · 2023-10-05 ·

A shower filter adapter system includes a housing forming an inner volume. The housing is configured to receive a filter in the inner volume. The housing includes a first distal end comprising threading configured to removably attach to two or more of a shower inlet structure, a shower manifold structure, a shower head support structure, or a shower head. The housing further includes a second distal end configured to connect to a flexible hose assembly.

INLINE SHOWER DEVICE

An inline shower device includes a housing, a hydraulic chamber, a first actuator, and a fluid-driven piston. The housing includes an outlet port. The hydraulic chamber is disposed within the housing. The first actuator is configured to connect a capsule to the housing and to fluidly connect the capsule to the hydraulic chamber. The fluid-driven piston is disposed within the hydraulic chamber and is configured to dispense a fluid from the capsule into the outlet port.

PUSH-BUTTON TUB AND SHOWER DIVERTER

The tub and shower diverter assembly includes an escutcheon, a manifold sub-assembly, and a handle assembly. The manifold sub-assembly is fluidly coupled to an existing waterway connector of an existing conventional tub and shower diverter system. The manifold sub-assembly includes a mixing valve at least partially disposed through the escutcheon and coupled to the manifold sub-assembly by a valve nut. The handle assembly is coaxially aligned with the mixing valve. The handle assembly includes a base insertably coupled to the valve nut and a handle rotatably coupled to the base. The handle is threadably coupled to the mixing valve. The escutcheon abuts a wall when the handle is threadably coupled to the mixing valve.

Thermochromic Plumbing Fixture Device
20230133907 · 2023-05-04 ·

The present invention relates generally to a thermochromic plumbing fixture device that is fastened with an indicator strip, which changes color depending on the temperature of the water exiting the fixture. The plumbing fixture may be any plumbing fixture known in the art but is preferably a faucet and/or a showerhead. Different embodiments may feature multiple indicator strips or may be finished with a thermochromic coating. In this manner, the device, or portions of the device, may change color as the temperature of the water heats up the thermochromic coating, which results in a user obtaining information about the water’s temperature.

ADJUSTABLE SHOWERHEAD SUPPORT SYSTEM
20230144622 · 2023-05-11 ·

An adjustable showerhead support system capable of being attached to a shower chair. The showerhead support system has a showerhead support assembly operated by a showerhead support track lever allowing a user to move a showerhead forwards and backwards. The showerhead support assembly also has a telescoping bracket and telescoping legs to allow a user to adjust the height of the showerhead. The showerhead support system also includes a back track assembly operated by a back track lever that allows the user to move the showerhead left and right. The showerhead support system also includes a counterbalance.