US20160007814A1 - Removable anti-tipping device for portable sanitation structure - Google Patents
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- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
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- A47K11/04—Room closets; Chairs with toilet conveniences or specially adapted for use with toilets, e.g. night chairs ; Closets for children, also with signalling means, e.g. with a music box, or the like
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- E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
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- E04H1/12—Small buildings or other erections for limited occupation, erected in the open air or arranged in buildings, e.g. kiosks, waiting shelters for bus stops or for filling stations, roofs for railway platforms, watchmen's huts or dressing cubicles
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Abstract
A portable base system for supporting and securing a portable sanitation structure. The system includes a set of support footings. The system further includes an adjustable connecting element for connecting to an exterior surface of one of the set of support footings. The system also includes a cinching fastener for one of the set of support footings. The cinching fastener is disposed on each distal end of the one of the set of support footings, and the cinching fastener further includes a tongue to couple with the adjustable connecting element through a connection. The anchor band is included with the system. One end of the anchor band is secured to the adjustable connecting element through a second connection and the other end of the anchor band is secured to a vertical upright through a band.
Description
- The problem that has existed with portable sanitation units for years is the ease in which portable sanitation structures can be tipped over from various types of events. When a portable sanitation unit is tipped over, it must be righted and cleaned before use of the sanitation unit can be continued. In addition, the location where the sanitation unit was sitting in now covered in human waste making the area uninhabitable or unusable until it is sanitized. This down time is a costly scenario for the operator.
- Aspects of the invention provide the ability to use the weight of the portable sanitation structure against the placement of a vertical upright resulting in the portable sanitation structure being firmly planted on the supporting surface. This is accomplished, in one embodiment, using a permanent vertical upright that the portable sanitation unit can be temporarily mounted to. Embodiments of the invention include a design to operably couple to existing portable sanitation unit without need for modification to the existing structure.
- Moreover, embodiments of the may possess one or more of the advantages:
- Does not require modification to the existing structure
- Easy to remove and install
- Decreases the chances of a portable sanitation unit being knocked or tipped over regardless of cause
- Prevents penetration or damaging of unforeseen obstacles and hazards on or within the supporting surface.
- Designed to link more than one unit together
- Adjustable to the needs of the user
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FIG. 1 is a top view of the Adjusting Connecting Element. -
FIG. 2 is a side view of a Male Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 3 is a top view of a Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 4 is a side view of a Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 5 is a side view focusing on the Adjusting Connecting Element, Horizontal Structural Support, a Cinching Fastener, a Male Connecting Fastener and a Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 6 is a side view of a Cinching Fastener. -
FIG. 7 is a front view of a Cinching Fastener. -
FIG. 8 is a perspective view focusing on the Vertical Upright, Vertical Upright Anchor and Adjustable Connecting Element. -
FIG. 9 is a perspective view focusing on a Horizontal Structural Support, a Cinching Fastener and the Adjusting Connecting Element. -
FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the device without showing the Vertical Upright and Vertical Upright Anchor attached to the unit. -
FIG. 11 is a top view of the Vertical Upright Anchor. -
FIG. 12 is a front view of the Vertical Upright Anchor. -
FIG. 13 is a perspective view of the device without showing the Vertical Upright and Vertical Upright Anchor attached to the unit. -
FIG. 14 is a front view of the Locking Element -
FIG. 15 is a side view of the Locking Element -
FIG. 16 is a side view of the Male Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 17 is a top view of the Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 18 is a side view of a Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 19 is a side view of a Cinching Fastener. -
FIG. 20 is a front view of a Cinching Fastener. -
FIG. 21 is a back view focusing on the assembly of the Locking Element, Cinching Fasteners, a Male Connecting Fastener and a Female Connecting Fastener. -
FIG. 22 is a perspective view focusing on the assembly of the Locking Element, Cinching Fasteners, Male Connecting Fastener and Female Connecting Fastener. - Referring to
FIGS. 1-13 , ananchor band 12 is used to secure the device around a Vertical Upright 6. For example, the anchor band oranchor 12 may be a chain made of ferrous or non-ferrous materials. In another example, theanchor band 12 may be about 36 inches long. In another example, theanchor band 12 includes an adjustable length. For instances, supposed the vertical upright 6 is a tree trunk, theanchor band 12 includes sufficient length, such as an overall length of 36 inches with a usable length of 24 inches, to cover the circumference of the tree trunk. In another embodiment, the chain portion of theanchor 12 may be a third connection. In another example, supposed the vertical upright 6 is a standard sized pole for a stop sign, theanchor band 12 may be less in length, but still has sufficient length to cover the circumference of the pole. In a further embodiment, theanchor band 12 may have high structural integrity and has relatively low elasticity. In another embodiment, the vertical upright 6 may be a second structure. For example, the second structure may be tire or a bumper of a vehicle. As such, the vertical upright 6 or second structure may not need to be vertical in structure such that it allows the band may slidable along the vertical upright or the second structure. - A Male Connecting
Fastener 24L & R & C may connect theanchor band 12 to an adjustable connectingelement 20 through an Anchor Connecting Eyelet 18 and AnchorEyelets 26 and secured using a Female ConnectingFastener 22L & R & C. In one example, the adjustable connectingelement 20 may be made of a ferrous or non-ferrous material. In another example, the adjustable connectingelement 20 may be about 48 inches long. For instances, a typical size of a portable sanitation structure has a length and a width of about 48 inches or 4 feet long. As such, the adjustable connectingelement 20 may have a length suitable for such application. Furthermore, the adjustable connecting element comprising a reversed “L” shape. It is to be understood that other length of the adjustable connectingelement 20 may be used without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. - Cinching
Fasteners 8L & R are used to grip onto the Horizontal Structural Supports or one of the supportingfootings 4. In the example of the portable sanitation structure, there are two support footings for each of such structure. As such, acinching fastener 8L & R slides to one of thesupport footings 4 on a distal end. Thecinching fastener 8L & R includes a tongue. The tongue further is connected to the adjustable connectingelement 20 and may be secured using a Male ConnectingFastener 24L & R & C placed though the Cinching FastenerEyelets 28 and Cinching Connecting Eyelet 10 then secured using a Female ConnectingFastener 22L & R & C. In one embodiment, the male connectingfastener 24L & R & C and a female connectingfastener 22L & R & C are as a second connection. In a further embodiment, the second connection may be running through the one of the support footings to be connected to the adjustable connectingelement 20. In this example, the second connection may be a bolt and nut combination. - Further as shown in
FIG. 13 , a set ofopenings 40 on thecinching fastener 8L & R may be disposed thereon for driving a bolt through thecinching fastener 8L & R and the one of thesupport footings 4. - When a suitable vertical upright 6 is located. The
anchor band 12 is positioned with the vertical upright 6 located in the center of theanchor band 12. TheAnchor Eyelets 26 must be aligned with theanchor connecting eyelet 18, so the female connectingfastener 22L & R & C can be tightened around themale connecting fastener 24L & R & C joining the adjustable connectingelement 20 andanchor band 12. ThePortable Sanitation Unit 2 is then moved into place next to theadjusting connecting element 20 that is joined to vertical upright 6. TheCinching Fasteners 8L & R are then positioned around theHorizontal Structural Support 4. The Cinching Fastener Eyelets 10 and the CinchingConnecting Eyelets 28 are aligned and connected usingfemale connecting fasteners 22L & R & C and amale connecting fastener 24L & R. This joins the cinchingfasteners 8L & R to adjustable 2 connectingelement 20. This process is repeated on both ends of horizontalstructural support 4. -
- 2=Portable Sanitation Unit
- 4=Horizontal Structural Support
- 6=Vertical Upright
- 8L & R=Cinching Fasteners
- 10=Cinching Fastener Eyelets
- 12=Anchor band
- 18=Anchor Connecting Eyelet
- 20=Adjustable Connecting Element
- 22L & R & C=Female Connecting Fasteners
- 24L & R & C=Male Connecting Fasteners
- 26=Anchor Eyelets
- 28=Cinching Connecting Eyelets
- Different materials, sizes, and interconnections can be used for all components
- Eyelets can be formed into any shape and size as along as it remains effective in keeping the sanitation unit upright
- The Upright Anchor does not have to conform to a certain shape or size. (Ex. chain or cable)
- The device can be used on other structures than a portable sanitation structure.
- The Male Connecting Fasteners and Female Connecting Fasteners can be any size or shape along as they are effective in creating a stable environment
- Multiple devices can be linked together to create a stable environment for multiple portable sanitation units
- A suitable vertical upright can be of any shape or size
- Any anchor that has been installed into the supporting surface can be used as a suitable vertical upright 3.
- The problem that has existed with portable sanitation units for years is the ease in which portable sanitation structures can be tipped over from various types of events. When a portable sanitation unit is tipped over, it must be righted and cleaned before use of the sanitation unit can be continued. In addition, the location where the sanitation unit was sitting in now covered in human waste making the area unusable until sanitized. This down time is a costly scenario for the operator.
- My Removable Anti-Tip Device for Multiple Portable Sanitation Structures has the ability to connect more than one portable sanitation unit to other portable sanitation units. This effect is accomplished by using the weight of multiple portable sanitation units to create a stable environment for any number of units that are connected together. The result allows for multiple portable sanitation units to remain firmly planed on the supporting surface. The device is designed to attach to existing portable sanitation units without need for modifications to the existing structure.
- Designed to link more than one portable sanitation unit together
- Does not require modification to the existing portable sanitation structure
- Easy to remove and install
- Decreases chances of portable sanitation units being knocked or tipped over regardless of cause.
- Prevents penetration or damaging of unforeseen obstacles and hazards on or within the supporting surface.
- Adjustable to the needs of the user
- In another embodiment,
- The
Portable Sanitation Units 2 are positioned next to each other with theHorizontal Structural Supports 4 running parallel. - The
Cinching Fasteners 6L & R are placed around the ends of theHorizontal Structural Supports 4. - The
Portable Sanitation Units 2 are adjusted so that theCinching Fastener Eyelets 8 are aligned. - The
Locking Element 18 is placed on top of theCinching Fasteners 6L & R. - The
Locking Element Eyelet 20 and theCinching Fastener Eyelets 8 are aligned. - The
Male Connecting Fastener 12 is placed though theLocking Element Eyelet 20 andCinching Fastener Eyelets 8 then secured using theFemale Connecting Fastener 10. - Multiple
portable sanitation units 2 are positioned with the horizontalstructural supports 4 running parallel to each other. The cinchingfasteners 6L & R are placed around the exposed portions of the horizontalstructural supports 4. Theportable sanitation units 2 are positioned with the cinchingfastener eyelets 8 aligning both cinchingfasteners 6L & R. The lockingelement 18 is positioned over the aligned cinchingfastener eyelets 8. The lockingelement eyelet 20 and the cinchingfastener eyelets 8 are aligned and connected using themale connecting fastener 12 and female connectingfastener 10. This joins the cinchingfasteners 6L & R and the lockingelement 18. -
Reference Numbers: Number Description 2 Portable Sanitation Unit 4 Horizontal Structural Supports 6L & R Cinching Fasteners 8 Cinching Fastener Eyelets 10 Female Connecting Fastener 12 Male Connecting Fastener 18 Locking Element 20 Locking Element Eyelet - In another embodiment,
- Different materials, sizes and interconnections can be used for all components
- Eyelets can be formed into any shape and size as along as it remains effective in keeping the sanitation units upright
- The device can be used on other structures than portable sanitation structures.
- The Male Connecting Fastener and Female Connecting Fastener can be any shape or any size as long as they are effective in creating a stable environment
- The Removable Anti-Tip Device for Multiple Portable Sanitation Structures can be used on the front or back of the exposed portions of the Horizontal Structural Support
- As described above, aspects of the invention include a form of retrofitting lockboxes to existing mailboxes to provide added security. As such, it is to be understood that other applications of these processes such as for initial manufacture of a mailbox are contemplated within the broad scope and spirit of the invention, and need not be limited to retrofit applications employing processes introduced herein.
- When introducing elements of aspects of the invention or the embodiments thereof, the articles “a,” “an,” “the,” and “said” are intended to mean that there are one or more of the elements. The terms “comprising,” “including,” and “having” are intended to be inclusive and mean that there may be additional elements other than the listed elements.
- The foregoing description of a preferred embodiment of the invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description, and is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. The description was selected to best explain the principles of the invention and practical application of these principals to enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention in various embodiments and various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is intended that the scope of the invention not be limited by the specification or drawings, but the invention be defined by the claims set forth below and any equivalents.
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1. A device comprising:
an adjustable connecting element for connecting to an exterior surface of one of a set of support footings;
a cinching fastener for the one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener being disposed on each distal end of the one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener further comprising a tongue to couple with the adjustable connecting element through a connection; and
an anchor band, one end of the anchor band being secured to the adjustable connecting element through a second connection and the other end of the anchor band being secured to a vertical upright through a band.
2. A system comprising:
a set of support footings;
an adjustable connecting element depositing on an exterior surface of a support footings for supporting a portable sanitation structure, the adjustable connecting element comprising a reversed “L” shape;
a cinching fastener for one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener being disposed on each distal end of the one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener further comprising a tongue to couple with the adjustable connecting element through a connection; and
an anchor band, one end of the anchor band being secured to the adjustable connecting element through a second connection and the other end of the anchor band being secured to a second structure through a third connection.
3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the second structure comprises another one of the set of the support footings.
4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the another one of the set of support footings comprises a second adjustable connecting element depositing on an exterior surface of the support footings;
a second cinching fastener for one of the set of support footings, the second cinching fastener being disposed on each distal end of the one of the set of support footings, the second cinching fastener further comprising a second tongue to couple with the adjustable connecting element through a connection.
5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the set of footings connects to the second structure via a fourth connection established between the tongue and the second tongue.
6. A device comprising:
an adjustable connecting element for connecting to an exterior surface of one of a set of support footings,
a cinching fastener for one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener being disposed on each distal end of the one of the set of support footings, the cinching fastener further comprising a tongue to couple with the adjustable connecting element through a connection; and
an anchor, one end of the anchor being secured to the adjustable connecting element through a second connection and the other end of the anchor being secured to a second structure through a third section.
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