Patent classifications
A46B2200/302
Convertible push broom
A push broom has a straight push broom handle with a longitudinal axis and a push broom block having a longitudinal axis. The push broom block has outwardly extending dual brackets and an upstanding handle connecting member for accepting and securing the handle. The handle is configured to be secured such that its longitudinal axis is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the push broom block in the shipping and merchandising mode. The handle is configured to be secured within the handle connecting member such that its longitudinal axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the push broom block in the push broom's use mode. An integrally molded, U shaped strap is also provided to support and brace the handle in its various modes.
Mop Prop, Stick Stay, and Broom Base
A temporary or permanent attachment device to a broom, mop, or other such cleaning device, or other stick/rod, which needs to be propped upright temporarily when not in use or permanently during storage. The attachment provides the ability for the stick to stand freely, independent of leaning against a wall, furniture, door or other to prevent the stick from falling to the ground or against other objects, or people or pets or anything else on its way down. The attachment collapses against the stick. It is basically a case, springs, tines and release levers which are releasably attached to the extended handle of the tool.
Trigger-actuated sweeping device utilizing rotational motion for particle collection
The present invention relates to the technical field of common household cleaning devices, more specifically, to a hand-operated sweeping device for the collection of particles. The trigger-actuated sweeping device comprises a circular rotating brush head unit that becomes operational once a trigger is manually compressed, causing the flow of dirt particles into a detachable particle collection unit. The mechanism of the rotation involves the compression of the hand-actuated trigger leading to a series of internal mechanical movements resulting in the downward vertical motion of a series of rods being translated into rotational motion of the brush head unit in the horizontal axis. Attached to an external shaft is the removable particle collection unit, where the clockwise rotation of the brush head unit results in the flow of dirt particles into an indented particle collection compartment.
SWEEPING DEVICES, WASTE-RECEIVING DEVICES, AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
A waste-receiving device is for use with a sweeping device. The waste-receiving device includes a body, and the body includes a chamber configured to receive waste therein. An opening is coupled to the chamber, and the opening permits the sweeping device to enter into the chamber. A panel is disposed within the chamber, and the panel includes a plurality of apertures. The panel is configured to engage the sweeping device and the plurality of apertures are configured to receive a cleaning component carried by the sweeping device to facilitate separating waste from the cleaning component.
Broom holder
A broom holder for supporting a broom includes a stand-alone base having a flat support surface suitable for resting on a floor. Two generally parallel walls extend from the base in a direction away from and normal to the base. The parallel walls are spaced from each other a distance generally corresponding to a width of a broom head and forms an elongate space to receive the broom head and bristles. The parallel walls are configured to engage and support the broom head to maintain the broom in an upright orientation with the broom handle in a generally vertical direction and at a height at least equal to the predetermined length of the broom bristles so that the broom can be supported when not in use without bending or flexing the bristles.
Rapid Deploy, Foot-Activated-Detach /Auto-Attach, Combination Magnetic Contact Dustpan and Broom, Sweeping Method
Problem: The difficulty of bending down or squatting (as well as only being able to use one hand to sweep) can lead to back, shoulder and arm/hand injury risk, particularly for the elderly, when sweeping a floor, and can be unhygienic. Moreover, the on/off snap-fitting process (to broom handle) can cause hand or finger injury in present dustpan-broom combination products available.
Solution: Disclosed is a novel, rapidly attachable/detachable, minimalist and lightweight combination dustpan and broom that are mutually, aesthetically form-fitted and magnetically joined. Preferably foot-activated to drop to the floor and the dustpan is automatically re-attachable (with debris inside) by simply placing the broom over the magnetic mating contact areas that may be located nearly anywhere on the dustpan and broom. Various modifications and applications (for push-brooms also) are disclosed, such as having at least one magnetically pivoting hinge (and detachable) contact area whereby a user can simply lever-activate the dustpan handle to release and discard the secured debris contents over a trash receptacle when finished, without ever having to separate the dustpan and broom.
ROTATING DRUM PUSH BROOM
A rotating drum push broom has a housing, an interior compartment, a pair of wheel hubs, an axle, a drum brush, and a pair of motion transfer assemblies. The interior compartment traverses into a base surface of the housing and the pair of wheel hubs are mounted onto opposite sides of the housing. The axle traverses through the housing and the interior compartment and the wheel hubs are terminally connected to the axle. Drum brush is rotatably mounted around the axle. The motion transfer assemblies is a set of actuators that force the drum brush to rotate in a direction that is opposite to the wheel's direction of rotation.
FOOT BROOM DEVICES AND METHODS
Foot broom devices are releasably attachable to footwear such as a shoe or boot. In some examples, such a foot broom device enables a user to quickly, conveniently, and frequently sweep debris from an area to keep it clean.
SLIM BROOM
A slim broom includes a planar body having a planar handle extending from an elongated linear shape into an elongated brush attachment with a brush planar profile; and brush thistles fitting into the planar profile attached to one end of the brush attachment.
Coil Pro
A coiling device on which a rope, extension cord, or other materials can be coiled. A coiling device allows for additional tools to be included and/or coupled to it. A coiling device that can be coupled to a shaft, whether telescopic or otherwise. A coiling device that can be coupled to a shaft via a clamp.