Abstract:
A voice controlled device comprises a housing, a dock, a coupling mechanism, and a microphone. The dock is configured to connect the housing to a plurality of host appliances. The coupling mechanism is configured to receive an identification value indicative of docking between the voice controlled device and a currently connected host appliance of the plurality of host appliances. The microphone is configured to receive one or more voice inputs for the currently connected host appliance. A command is provided based on the one or more voice inputs and the identification value.
Abstract:
A dispenser for dispensing soap and sanitizer includes a back plate, a container insert removably securable to the back plate, and a cover pivotally engaged to the back plate and the container insert. The container insert includes a first side defining a first container receiving feature and a second side, opposite the first side, defining a second container receiving feature that has a different configuration or size than the first container receiving feature.
Abstract:
One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for providing power and/or communication to a device, such as a dispenser, a flush valve of a bathroom device, a hygiene opportunity measurement device, a hands free faucet, etc. For example, a mounting system comprises a mounting plate that may attach to a structure, such as a wall. The mounting plate may comprise a mounting connector that may be configured to mate with a device connector of the device to establish a connection. Power may be provided to the device through the connection. A communication may be provided for the device through the connection. For example, the device may send current device statuses, usage metrics, and/or other information to a remote source. The remote source may send instructions, data collection requests, functionality changes, and/or other information to the device.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a device and a method for forming an adhesive connection between an object and a support. The object has a reservoir (4) with an adhesive agent that adjoins, at one contact surface, a wall (2) having a predetermined breaking point. The object has a button (7) with a push-through unit assigned to it; when the button (7) is actuated, the push-through unit creates a through-hole in the wall (2) of the reservoir (4), an adhesive agent is guided from the reservoir (4) through the hole onto the contact surface, and an adhesive layer (11) is formed to fasten the object to the support.
Abstract:
Exemplary embodiments of universal mounting brackets and dispensers with mounting brackets are disclosed herein. An exemplary universal dispenser mounting bracket includes a base. The base has a first surface for connecting to a dispenser. A first spring arm extends from the base in a first direction and has a first arm clamp. A second spring arm extends from the base in a second direction and has a second arm clamp. The first and second spring arms have a rest position and a biased position. Moving the first and second spring arms away from their rest position generates a clamp force in the spring arms that urges the first and second spring arms toward their rest position. When the mounting bracket is mounted to a surface, the base is on a first side of the surface and the first and second clamp arms are on a second side of the surface and the clamp force generated by the spring arms secures the mounting bracket to the surface.
Abstract:
This invention is a carnival style urinal and toilet mechanism target game designed to entertain, reduce spillage, increase sanitation and provide health data from users. A water sensor attaches to an electronic control assembly configured to control a plurality of outputs. A user urinates on the sensor whereby a plurality of outputs are controlled by thresholds in the electronic control assembly which includes sound and lighting effects when sufficient force objective is met.
Abstract:
Various embodiments of a point-of-care hygiene dispenser and an electronic hand hygiene event monitoring system are disclosed. One embodiment is directed to point-of-care dispenser and a corresponding electronic monitoring system, wherein the point-of-care dispenser is movable between predetermined zones of interest. Another embodiment is directed to a secure point-of-care dispenser having corresponding dispenser cover and main body interlocks. A still further embodiment is directed to point-of-care dispensing system comprising a point-of-care dispenser having a dispenser cover and a main body, a locking mechanism configured to secure the dispenser covers with the main body in a closed condition, and a docking unit configured for mounting with the point-of-care dispenser.
Abstract:
A dispensing container including a housing for containing a fluid, said housing comprising an upper housing portion and a lower housing portion, said upper housing portion for delivering the fluid from the container, a projection member, having a circumferential surface, extending from the lower housing portion, wherein said projection member fits within a mount such that the housing can be secured in a generally vertical configuration extending upward from the mount when positioned there within, and a material disposed on said projection member to minimize movement of the housing when secured is disclosed. Another dispensing container to be received within a mount having a mount opening for receiving the dispensing container and a dispensing system are also disclosed.
Abstract:
The present invention is a toiletries dispensing device with a back plate that supports a non-evasive means for mounting the toiletries dispensing device on a wall or other vertical mounting surface, a plurality of dispensing bottles with a pump disposed on top of each dispensing bottle to dispense toiletries as desired by a user, a flange assembly with a top surface and a removable section with a plurality of attachment tabs, a stationary section with a plurality of receiving slots and a plurality of pump apertures that hold and secure the dispensing bottles. There is also a mountable lock to lock the dispensing bottles in place and a bottom support surface with a smooth surfacing that the dispensing bottles are set on. There is also a method for replacing the dispensing bottles as well.
Abstract:
A bar that is to be attached to a wall includes two stanchions, each stanchion supporting a portion of an elongated piece that extends from one stanchion to the other. A supporting connector having a lower portion attaches to and extends upwardly from each of the stanchions and a portion above the lower portion. A horizontal support extends horizontally from the portion above the lower portion of the connector between the stanchions and is disposed a distance D1 above each the stanchion. And, an adhesive is disposed beneath and attaches to the horizontal support and extends along a length thereof.