A46B2200/3006

Fluid flow actuated tool
12352231 · 2025-07-08 · ·

A fluid flow actuated tool including a housing, a tool and an actuating mechanism. The housing includes a housing interior. The housing interior receives a flow of fluid. The actuating mechanism includes a fluid wheel structure. The fluid wheel structure is connected to the tool. At least a portion of the fluid wheel structure is arranged in the flow of fluid for rotating the fluid wheel structure. The tool is actuated based on rotation of the fluid wheel structure.

Pan cleaning machine and a method of operating the machine to clean pans

The invention is directed to an improved pan cleaning machine that has a cleaning section that comprises a plurality of frames for mounting a sequence of interchangeable modular cleaning mechanisms. It can include quick-release mounting arrangements so that cleaning mechanisms can be quickly changed for cleaning different types of pans or to replace brushes or other wearing parts of cleaning mechanisms when they require replacement. In some embodiments, the frames for mounting the cleaning mechanisms can comprise swing arms so that the cleaning mechanisms can be swung away from the cleaning position so that the cleaning mechanism can be removed and replaced without interrupting the operation of the machine. If the machine is stopped, the swing arm can still be used to facilitate access to the cleaning mechanism to reduce the time needed to complete the maintenance or replacement. This also allows the position of the cleaning mechanism in relation to the baking pans to be adjustable during the cleaning process which can permit increased application of brushing forces or prevent overloading and also permits easy jam removal. In addition, the swing arm makes the pan cleaning machine more adaptable for cleaning pans with different depths and customizable. A method of operation and control, including pre-programmed cleaning cycles and various control paradigms is also provided.

Fluid flow actuated tool
12364325 · 2025-07-22 · ·

A fluid flow actuated tool including a housing, a tool and an actuating mechanism. The housing includes a housing interior. The housing interior receives a flow of fluid. The actuating mechanism includes a fluid wheel structure. The fluid wheel structure is connected to the tool. At least a portion of the fluid wheel structure is arranged in the flow of fluid for rotating the fluid wheel structure. The tool is actuated based on rotation of the fluid wheel structure.

Systems and methods for tank cleaning

A tank cleaning system for cleaning a space. The tank cleaning system can include a trailer having a support base transportable by a vehicle, and an arm movably mounted to the support base for movement relative to the support base. The arm can be operable to extend into the space to perform a cleaning operation inside the space.

BOTTLE-CLEANING UTENSIL AND METHOD OF USE
20250269411 · 2025-08-28 · ·

A cleaning utensil is disclosed; the utensil may have a coated core and bristle holders for holding bristle assemblies; the cleaning utensil may be in the shape of a trigonal pyramid.

WATER EXCHANGER
20250351949 · 2025-11-20 ·

The invention relates to the field of fish tank cleaning, in particular discloses a water exchanger. The water exchanger comprises a pressing balloon, a switch valve, a communicating pipe, a connecting pipe, a cleaning brush head and a water outlet joint. The cleaning brush head is equipped with multiple cleaning bristles and water inlet holes. Through the invention, the user can use one hand to press the pressing balloon to absorb water and rotate the switch valve to adjust the size of the water outlet channel and control the water flow rate. The user can use his spare hand to assist with water absorption or handle emergencies. Therefore, the use of the invention is more flexible and convenient.

CLEANING BRUSH
20260047671 · 2026-02-19 ·

A cleaning brush includes a brush rod, a negative pressure assembly, a valve, and a liquid storage bottle. The brush rod includes a liquid outlet. The negative pressure assembly includes a pushing element and a negative pressure element. The negative pressure element defines a negative pressure channel. The pushing element defines a liquid inlet in communication with the liquid outlet. The pushing element is slidably arranged in the negative pressure channel, a pressure in the negative pressure channel is caused to change by a sliding of the pushing element. The liquid inlet is selectively in communication with the negative pressure channel. The negative pressure assembly is arranged in the liquid storage bottle, and the negative pressure channel is selectively in communication with the liquid storage bottle through the valve controlled by the pressure in the negative pressure channel.

CLEANING APPARATUS
20260041227 · 2026-02-12 ·

A cleaning apparatus including a housing, a brush body, a liquid storage member, a communication member, and a liquid discharge driving member. The brush body is disposed outside the housing and is provided with liquid discharge holes. The liquid storage member is connected to the housing and is in communication with the liquid discharge holes through the communication member. The liquid discharge driving member is connected to the communication member or the liquid storage member, and is used to drive the liquid in the liquid storage member to flow toward the brush body and be discharged from the liquid discharge holes of the brush body.

ADAPTIVE PAN CLEANING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH SELECTIVE ENGAGEMENT AND SENSOR-BASED CONTROL

A method of operating a pan cleaning system is disclosed in which cleaning parameters are sensed to identify the type of pan being processed. Based on the identified type, a predetermined cleaning routine is automatically selected. Cleaning mechanisms are selectively activated and engaged with the pan, while non-selected mechanisms remain out of service. The system adjusts cleaning speed, motion, and spacing in response to the selected routine and real-time sensor data, including compensating for warped pans. The method further enables servicing of inactive cleaning mechanisms and control of actuation through swing-arm-mounted devices, improving efficiency, adaptability, and maintainability of the cleaning process and the system.

PAN CLEANING MACHINE WITH AUTOMATED MODULAR CLEANING MECHANISMS AND ROLLING CARRIAGE SYSTEM

A pan cleaning machine includes a carriage-on-track conveyor system for transporting pans through a cleaning section in a tipped or inverted orientation. The cleaning section comprises modular cleaning mechanisms mounted on swing arms, which can be actuated and adjusted by a control system based on pan geometry and debris conditions. The cleaning mechanisms include quick-release brush units and air knives, enabling high-throughput, continuous cleaning with minimal downtime. Sensor input enables automated selection of cleaning routines, detection of unclean pans or warped conditions, and dynamic adjustments during cleaning. A method of continuous automated cleaning is also provided.