GB2307855A - Sink module - Google Patents

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GB2307855A
GB2307855A GB9625243A GB9625243A GB2307855A GB 2307855 A GB2307855 A GB 2307855A GB 9625243 A GB9625243 A GB 9625243A GB 9625243 A GB9625243 A GB 9625243A GB 2307855 A GB2307855 A GB 2307855A
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Derek Russell Wilson
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GLYNWED CONSUMER PROD Ltd
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03C—DOMESTIC PLUMBING INSTALLATIONS FOR FRESH WATER OR WASTE WATER; SINKS
    • E03C1/00—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks
    • E03C1/12—Plumbing installations for waste water; Basins or fountains connected thereto; Sinks
    • E03C1/18—Sinks, whether or not connected to the waste-pipe

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SINK MODULES The present invention relates to sink modules, and, in particular, integral drainer and bowl sink modules.
Integral sink modules have been in use for some time. However, these are often formed from a single material. Each material commonly used has certain disadvantages, for example composite materials stain easily especially in the bowl area, and metallic materials for example stainless steel are easily scratched.
According to the present invention a sink module manufactured for installation in a worktop comprises a first portion forming a bowl and being of a substantially stain resistant material secured to a second portion forming a drainer and being of a substantially scratch resistant material.
The stain resistant material may be a metal, e.g. stainless steel.
The scratch resistant material may be a resin-based material e.g. an epoxy or acrylic resin material, or other suitable plastics material.
The drainer may be integrally formed with a frame which supports the bowl. The drainer and frame may be formed by moulding.
The bowl may be secured to the drainer frame by means of a sealant, in particular a silicone sealant. The bowl may be secured to the frame by means of suitable mechanical fasteners, e.g. brackets or clips.
These may be used as an alternative to or in combination with the sealant.
In a further embodiment, the bowl may be moulded into the drainer frame.
A hole may be provided in the drainer, facilitating the removal of water therefrom. The drainer may be contoured to further facilitate removal of water.
The sink module may also comprise a tap unit, and be adapted to be inset in a worktop.
By using a sink module of this kind, problems with staining of the bowl or scratching of the drainer can be reduced.
Each sink module may comprise one or more bowls in combination with one or more drainers.
An embodiment of this invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawing which shows a plan view of a sink module according to the present invention.
The sink module 1 comprises a drainer 2 integrally formed with a frame 3 in which bowls 4 and 5 are supported and secured. The drainer and frame are moulded of an epoxy resin, and the bowls manufactured from stainless steel. The bowls are secured to the drainer frame using clips (not shown) at each corner of the bowl in conjunction with a silicone sealant. The drainer frame comprises a continuous peripheral lip 7, to assist in preventing water from spilling over the edge of the module.
The drainer 2 comprises a drain hole 8 through which water can drain away. The drainer further comprises an indented portion 9.
Fingers 10 of the indented portion extend into the drainer and form ridges therebetween. The indented portion also extends around the periphery of the drainer. The hole 8 is situated in and approximately flush with the indented region 9, which indentation facilitates the draining away of water.
The frame 3 further comprises a hole 11 in which a tap unit (not shown) may be situated. The complete sink module is inset in a worktop 6 when installed for use.

Claims (14)

  1. CLAIMS 1. A sink module manufactured for installation in a worktop comprising a first portion forming a bowl and being of a substantially stain resistant material secured to a second portion forming a drainer and being of a substantially scratch resistant material.
  2. 2. A sink module according to claim 1 in which the substantially stain resistant material is metal.
  3. 3. A sink module according to claim 2 in which the substantially stain resistant material is stainless steel.
  4. 4. A sink module according to any preceding claim in which the substantially scratch resistant material is a plastics material.
  5. 5. A sink module according to claim 4 in which the substantially scratch resistant material is an epoxy or acrylic resin material.
  6. 6. A sink module according to any preceding claim in which the drainer is integrally formed with a frame which supports the bowl.
  7. 7. A sink module according to claim 5 in which the bowl is secured to the frame by means of a sealant.
  8. 8. A sink module according to claim 6 or claim 7 in which the bowl is secured to the frame by means of mechanical fasteners.
  9. 9. A sink module according to claim 6 as dependant from claim 4 or claim 5 in which the bowl is moulded into the frame.
  10. 10 A sink module according to any of claims 5 to 9 in which the frame has a continuous peripheral lip.
  11. 11. A sink module according to any of claims 5 to 10 in which the frame has a location for a tap unit.
  12. 12. A sink module according to any preceding claim in which there is more than one bowl.
  13. 13. A sink module according to any preceding claim in which there is more than one drainer.
  14. 14. A sink module substantially as described herein with reference to the accompanying drawing.
GB9625243A 1995-12-08 1996-12-04 Sink modules Expired - Fee Related GB2307855B (en)

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GBGB9525137.7A GB9525137D0 (en) 1995-12-08 1995-12-08 Sink modules

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GB2307855A true GB2307855A (en) 1997-06-11
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