CA2581004A1 - Universal adjustable shower chair - Google Patents
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- CA2581004A1 CA2581004A1 CA002581004A CA2581004A CA2581004A1 CA 2581004 A1 CA2581004 A1 CA 2581004A1 CA 002581004 A CA002581004 A CA 002581004A CA 2581004 A CA2581004 A CA 2581004A CA 2581004 A1 CA2581004 A1 CA 2581004A1
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- shower
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- bathing
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
- A47K3/00—Baths; Douches; Appurtenances therefor
- A47K3/12—Separate seats or body supports
- A47K3/122—Seats
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
- A47K13/00—Seats or covers for all kinds of closets
- A47K13/10—Devices for raising and lowering, e.g. tilting or lifting mechanisms; Collapsible or rotating seats or covers
Abstract
The UASC is a secure easy-to-use, self-contained permanent fixture for shower stalls and above the bathtub wall. The unit is lightweight, durable, hygienic and safe for all persons to use; designed especially for those requiring extra security when bathing or taking a shower and experience difficulty standing up independently or have limited mobility.
Description
UNIVERSAL ADJUSTABLE SHOWER CHAIRS
8601 Jane Street, Unit 1, Concord, ON L4K 2M9 Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) Abstract Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) The UASC is a secure easy-to-use, self-contained permanent fixture for shower stalls and above the bathtub wall. The unit is lightweight, durable, hygienic and safe for all persons to use; designed especially for those requiring extra security when bathing or taking a shower and experience difficulty standing up independently or have limited mobility.
Specifications 1. This invention relates to manually operable chair fixed to the wall to aid those in need of a secure and stale adjustable platform when bathing and/or showering.
8601 Jane Street, Unit 1, Concord, ON L4K 2M9 Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) Abstract Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) The UASC is a secure easy-to-use, self-contained permanent fixture for shower stalls and above the bathtub wall. The unit is lightweight, durable, hygienic and safe for all persons to use; designed especially for those requiring extra security when bathing or taking a shower and experience difficulty standing up independently or have limited mobility.
Specifications 1. This invention relates to manually operable chair fixed to the wall to aid those in need of a secure and stale adjustable platform when bathing and/or showering.
2. There are no known devises of this nature.
3. The advantages of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair, can reduce bath area accidents caused by the slipping and instability and enables those individuals who are physically challenged to the freedom to shower/bathe (and us a commode if needed during the bathing process) independently in a secure environment.
Please refer to the attached photographs.
Description of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) To use, the unit is lowered and extended into position by the user to grasp onto any of the support bars and position themselves to sit in the chair.
When not in use the seat and arms are retracted by simply folding the unit flush with the wall.
USAC: Mode of Operation Summary 1. The chair is positioned at the desired height.
2. The chair is fully extended to the horizontal sitting position.
When one is finished using the chair, the platform is simply folded back to vertical, parallel to the wall, for convenience, and the shower/bathing area is free to use.
The entire UASC protrudes approximately 4" from the wall when not in use. The folding support arms are engaged prior to positioning the char.
Claims A manually operable fixture for sitting in the shower stall or bathing area, comprising of an adjustable platform/seat attached to freely embrace and slide up and down on 2 rigidly
Please refer to the attached photographs.
Description of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) To use, the unit is lowered and extended into position by the user to grasp onto any of the support bars and position themselves to sit in the chair.
When not in use the seat and arms are retracted by simply folding the unit flush with the wall.
USAC: Mode of Operation Summary 1. The chair is positioned at the desired height.
2. The chair is fully extended to the horizontal sitting position.
When one is finished using the chair, the platform is simply folded back to vertical, parallel to the wall, for convenience, and the shower/bathing area is free to use.
The entire UASC protrudes approximately 4" from the wall when not in use. The folding support arms are engaged prior to positioning the char.
Claims A manually operable fixture for sitting in the shower stall or bathing area, comprising of an adjustable platform/seat attached to freely embrace and slide up and down on 2 rigidly
Claims (12)
1. This invention relates to manually operable chair fixed to the wall to aid those in need of a secure and stale adjustable platform when bathing and/or showering.
2. There are no known devises of this nature.
3. The advantages of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair, can reduce bath area accidents caused by the slipping and instability and enables those individuals who are physically challenged to the freedom to shower/bathe (and us a commode if needed during the bathing process) independently in a secure environment.
Please refer to the attached photographs.
Description of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) To use, the unit is lowered and extended into position by the user to grasp onto any of the support bars and position themselves to sit in the chair.
When not in use the seat and arms are retracted by simply folding the unit flush with the wall.
USAC: Mode of Operation Summary 1. The chair is positioned at the desired height.
2. The chair is fully extended to the horizontal sitting position.
When one is finished using the chair, the platform is simply folded back to vertical, parallel to the wall, for convenience, and the shower/bathing area is free to use.
The entire UASC protrudes approximately 4" from the wall when not in use. The folding support arms are engaged prior to positioning the char.
Claims A manually operable fixture for sitting in the shower stall or bathing area, comprising of an adjustable platform/seat attached to freely embrace and slide up and down on 2 rigidly secured parallel columns (u channels) for the purpose of safe, independent personal hygiene.
I claim:
1. The possibility of having a permanent adjustable and comfortable chair that occupies minimal space in the shower after use.
2. The possibility of adjusting the chair height from 20 cm. to 1 meter from the floor at 8 cm. increments.
3. The possibility for the elderly or handicap to easily adjust the chair independently while standing up.
Please refer to the attached photographs.
Description of the Universal Adjustable Shower Chair (UASC) To use, the unit is lowered and extended into position by the user to grasp onto any of the support bars and position themselves to sit in the chair.
When not in use the seat and arms are retracted by simply folding the unit flush with the wall.
USAC: Mode of Operation Summary 1. The chair is positioned at the desired height.
2. The chair is fully extended to the horizontal sitting position.
When one is finished using the chair, the platform is simply folded back to vertical, parallel to the wall, for convenience, and the shower/bathing area is free to use.
The entire UASC protrudes approximately 4" from the wall when not in use. The folding support arms are engaged prior to positioning the char.
Claims A manually operable fixture for sitting in the shower stall or bathing area, comprising of an adjustable platform/seat attached to freely embrace and slide up and down on 2 rigidly secured parallel columns (u channels) for the purpose of safe, independent personal hygiene.
I claim:
1. The possibility of having a permanent adjustable and comfortable chair that occupies minimal space in the shower after use.
2. The possibility of adjusting the chair height from 20 cm. to 1 meter from the floor at 8 cm. increments.
3. The possibility for the elderly or handicap to easily adjust the chair independently while standing up.
4. The possibility to have built-in adjustable handles with the chair.
5. The possibility to make this design of aluminum or whatever material deems fit.
6. The possibility of having it installed with screws.
7. The possibility to be used in hospitals, rehabilitation center and nursing homes or similar places.
8. The possibility to install to a prefabricated shower box.
9. The possibility to be used as a bide and commode.
10. The possibility to have an adjustable chair without dangerous mechanical/electrical equipment.
11. The possibility to install the adjustable chair in the bathtub or shower.
12. The possibility of using the chair for physical rehabilitation purposes.
Priority Applications (2)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA002581004A CA2581004A1 (en) | 2007-03-08 | 2007-03-08 | Universal adjustable shower chair |
| PCT/IB2008/000392 WO2008107752A2 (en) | 2007-03-08 | 2008-02-21 | Universal seat for shower and bathtub with adjustable-height |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| CA002581004A CA2581004A1 (en) | 2007-03-08 | 2007-03-08 | Universal adjustable shower chair |
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| CA2581004A1 true CA2581004A1 (en) | 2008-09-08 |
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| CA002581004A Abandoned CA2581004A1 (en) | 2007-03-08 | 2007-03-08 | Universal adjustable shower chair |
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| CA (1) | CA2581004A1 (en) |
| WO (1) | WO2008107752A2 (en) |
Families Citing this family (4)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE102012107453B4 (en) * | 2012-08-14 | 2016-12-22 | Delficare Gmbh | Duschklappsitz |
| WO2019200484A1 (en) * | 2018-04-20 | 2019-10-24 | HERMAN Craig | Body support |
| US11291307B2 (en) | 2018-04-20 | 2022-04-05 | Ergotech Solutions, Inc. | Body support |
| BE1027109B1 (en) * | 2019-07-25 | 2020-10-05 | Giovanni Agostino Pipere | TRI-SANIT |
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| DE2245137A1 (en) * | 1972-09-14 | 1974-03-21 | Hubertus Reichelt | SHOWER SYSTEM WITH DEVICE FOR SITTING |
| FR2536830A1 (en) * | 1982-11-25 | 1984-06-01 | Skowron Jean Claude | Device for mounting a horizontal supporting arm in an adjustable position, intended more particularly to permit a handicapped person to lift themselves up from a seated position. |
| EP1088538A1 (en) * | 1999-09-29 | 2001-04-04 | BRANDENBERGER, Kurt | Showering aid for disabled persons |
| US6381772B1 (en) * | 2000-12-07 | 2002-05-07 | Lucille Dawson | Shower support system |
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- 2007-03-08 CA CA002581004A patent/CA2581004A1/en not_active Abandoned
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- 2008-02-21 WO PCT/IB2008/000392 patent/WO2008107752A2/en active Application Filing
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| WO2008107752A2 (en) | 2008-09-12 |
| WO2008107752A3 (en) | 2009-01-29 |
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Legal Events
| Date | Code | Title | Description |
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| EEER | Examination request | ||
| FZDE | Discontinued |