Water treatment systems,devices and methods for fluid preparation

Filter jug and a lid therefor

Filter jugs

A PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR PURIFICATION OF WATER

A PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR PURIFICATION OF WATER

A PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR PURIFICATION OF WATER

A FILTER CARTRIDGE

A FILTER CARTRIDGE A filter cartridge includes a filter medium disposed within a housing. At least one lug is mounted to the housing at a port of the housing. The lug is sized, positioned and/or oriented such that the filter cartridge couples to a manifold in one orientation. As an example, a cross-sectional shape of a first lug mounted to the housing may be different than a cross-sectional shape of a second lug mounted to the housing. - 2 b220 SC -FIG. 3 ...

Home water purification system

Water treatment device

Filter jug and a lid therefor

METHOD OF DETERMINATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF EXHAUSTION OF A FILTERING CARTRIDGE FOR FILTERING CARAFES WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGE AND CARAFE OPERATING IN COMPLIANCE WITH SUCH METHOD

A method of determination of the conditions of exhaustion of a filtering cartridge for filtering carafes (1) with replaceable cartridges (8) is described, in which an initial identification of impedance of the water to be filtered is provided for in order to consequently calculate an important parameter for definition of the efficient lifespan on the filtering cartridge (8) . Furthermore a carafe operating in compliance with such method is also described.

TWIN TANK WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

Embodiments of the invention provide a twin tank water treatment system and method. The water treatment system includes first tank with a first set of sensors and a first resin bed, a second tank with a second set of sensors and a second resin bed, and a valve assembly with a flow meter and a controller in communication with the first set of sensors, the second set of sensors, and the flow meter. The method includes determining when the resin beds are exhausted based on input from the flow meter, the sensors, and a water hardness setting.

A FLUID TREATMENT DEVICE AND COUNTER MECHANISM

This invention relates to a color coded counter mechanism for a fluid treatment filter device which indicates to the consumer when to replace the filter. It also includes a selective means in the counter mechanism for permitting the filter device to be used in countries having different standards of filtration without requiring a new counter mechanism for each country.

FILTER STATUS TECHNIQUES ADAPTED FOR USE WITH A CONTAINER BASED FILTRATION DEVICE

A filter status module for use with a container based filtration device includes a dispensing sensor and a user interface communicatively coupled to a processing unit. The processing unit counts a number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt signaled by the dispensing sensor and outputs a filter status on the user interface as a function of the number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt. The processing unit may further track an elapsed period of time from insertion of a new filter and output the filter status as a further function of the elapsed period of time.

END OF LIFE MECHANISM FOR WATER TREATMENT CARTRIDGE

An apparatus for use with a water treatment unit and, in particular those having a treatment cartridge, that indicates the end of life of the unit. The apparatus comprises a housing with at least one opening for the passage of liquid to a chamber, formed by the interior of the housing and the water treatment unit. The chamber includes a support member mounted to the housing. A float is rotationally mounted on the support member. The support member limits float movement to a predetermined distance upon each rotation of the float, resulting from each cycle (use) of the water treatment unit. Once the float has made a specific number of rotations and has travelled the complete distance of the support member (as water fills and drains from the chamber), the float rests in a position where it is visible through an opening in the housing, indicative of the end of life of the water treatment unit.

WATER TREATMENT DEVICE WITH FILL-COUNTING CARTRIDGE

A filter cartridge end-of-life mechanism and a filter cartridge assembly for a water treatment device. The end-of-life mechanism comprises a float which is moved along an escapement path each time the device is filled. A counting mechanism connected to the float provides a continuous visual indication of the amount of useful life remaining in the filter cartridge. The cartridge assembly includes a tray detachably connected to a filter cartridge. The tray is positioned beneath the outlet end of the cartridge to remove water treatment particles from the treated water.

END-OF-LIFE INDICATOR FOR WATER TREATMENT DEVICE

An end-of-life indicator (20) contains a housing (30), having a pointer (9 0) that is attachable to a filter cartridge (10), a diaphragm (40) disposed within the housing (30), a rotatable cap (80) adapted to cooperate with the housing (30 ), a spring (70) for rotating the cap (30) with respect to the housing (30), and an escapement arm (62) for regulating the rotational displacement of the cap (30). The housing (30) is arranged for the ingress of water into and out of the filter cartrid ge (10) in which the water is pressurized and depressurized and which define fill cycles. The diaphragm (40) is arranged to be moved by the water as it is pressurized and depressurized. The escapement gear (56), reduction gears (52, 53 and 54) and gear plate (50) are arranged to cooperate with the diaphragm (40) and the spring (70) whereby predetermined incremental rotation of the cap (80) is provided durin g each of the fill cycles.

АППАРАТ ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ С ИНДИКАТОРОМ СТЕПЕНИ ИСТОЩЕНИЯ СРЕДСТВА ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ

В заявке описан аппарат для очистки воды с выполненным в виде кувшина сборником очищенной воды, в который разъемно вставлена воронка с фильтровальным патроном, заполненным средством для очистки и закрытым сверху крышкой (9). При этом на крышке (9) предусмотрены приспособления (11, 11') для ее снятия и устройство для индикации степени истощения средства для очистки. С целью обеспечения хорошо распознаваемой и надежной в работе индикации (14, 15) степени истощения средства для очистки, используя для этого недорогие средства, согласно изобретению предлагается выполнить устройство (14, 15) для индикации степени истощения в виде вставленного в отверстие (13) на поверхности (12) крышки и зафиксированного от самопроизвольного выпадения индикатора (14), индикаторная панель (15) которого является видимой снаружи сверху и который под управлением электронной схемы с питанием от батареи выдает только показание, в каждом случае соответствующее количеству истекшего с начала заданного срока службы времени ...

Home water purification system

Water purifier

The invention provides a tap direct attachment type purifier, comprising a watermill (122), a watermill supporting member (123), a magnet (121); a magnet switch for switching according to the rotation of the magnet; a control unit for transfering signal and filtering material. The watermill is arranged closer to the downstream side of a purified water feeding path than hollow cortina bundles for forming the filtering material, and rotates along with the flow of the purified water. The watermill is provided with two blades (132,133) on a cylindrical rotation axis (131) paralleled with the direction of purified water feeding. An axle hole (134) for inserting the watermill supporting member (123) is installed at one end of the rotation axis. A magnet mounting hole (135) is mounted at the other end. The watermill supporting member (123) for passing through water is at the downstream side of the purified water feeding path, together with an axle (126) for inserting into the rotation axle hole ...

HOME WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM.

Filter jug with replaceable cartridge and method of monitoring and controlling the efficiency of a filter cartridge in a replaceable cartridge filter device

A replaceable cartridge filtering jug includes a device for counting and displaying the filtering cycles performed by the cartridge to indicate that the cartridge is exhausted at the end of a period corresponding to its efficient useful life. An auxiliary counting and display device is also included which is capable of counting the filtering cycles performed in a subsidiary period of the period to indicate an item of data representing the temporary efficiency of the cartridge in the subsidiary period.

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A filter unit includes a body portion with first and second engagement surfaces that traverse at least a part of the body portion. The first and second engagement surfaces include a first segment that extends substantially parallel with a longitudinal extent of the body portion and a second segment that extends at an angle relative to the first segment. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and has a water inlet and a concave engagement wall with a water outlet. A periphery of the concave engagement wall includes a first portion with a first radius of curvature and a second portion with a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. A first seal is disposed on a sidewall of the engagement protrusion proximate the water outlet. A first cross-section of the engagement protrusion, taken at the first seal and perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the body portion, is egg-shaped with only one axis of symmetry. A second seal is disposed on the engagement protrusion and spaced apart from the first seal. A second cross-section of the engagement protrusion, taken at the second seal and perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the body portion, is egg-shaped. 1. A filter unit comprising:a body portion; a first segment that extends substantially parallel with a longitudinal extent of the body portion; and', 'a second segment that extends at an angle relative to the first segment;, 'first and second engagement surfaces traversing at least a part of the body portion, wherein the first and second engagement surfaces comprisean engagement protrusion extending from the body portion and having a water inlet and a concave engagement wall with a water outlet, wherein a periphery of the concave engagement wall includes a first portion having a first radius of curvature and a second portion having a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature;a first seal disposed on a sidewall of the engagement ...

Water filter with pressure actuated flow monitor

A faucet mounted water filtration system (10) with a filter life monitor includes a filter housing (12) with a flexible cap (14) which deflects upon introduction of water into the housing. The deflection of the cap closes a switch on an electrical circuit which counts the time the water is flowing through the housing. Once a predetermined amount of time accumulates, the circuit generates a message to inform the user that the filter needs replacement. The invention further includes a selector switch on the electrical circuit for signaling the circuit to count one of two predetermined amounts of time prior to generating a message.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОБРАБОТКИ ВОДЫ С ПАТРОНОМ, ОБЕСПЕЧИВАЮЩИМ ПОДСЧЕТ КОЛИЧЕСТВА НАПОЛНЕНИЙ

Изобретение предназначено для обработки воды. Механизм, реагирующий на окончание срока службы фильтровального патрона, для устройства для обработки воды содержит плавучий элемент, имеющий, по меньшей мере, часть, которая поднимается вверх благодаря плавучести при наполнении устройства для обработки воды и опускается вниз после того, как вода обработана, при этом указанные подъем и опускание представляют собой перемещение вперед и назад из одного отдельного фиксированного положения в другое, а указанный механизм содержит устройство спуска, механически взаимодействующее с плавучим элементом, для подсчета количества наполнений устройства для обработки воды, и включающее индикаторный элемент, который поворачивается каждый раз, когда указанная часть плавучего элемента поднимается и опускается. Механизм обеспечивает непрерывную визуальную индикацию оставшегося полезного срока службы патрона. 2 с. и 10 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

КОНТЕЙНЕР ДЛЯ ЖИДКОСТИ

Изобретение относится к контейнеру для жидкости с системой дозирования добавки. В качестве добавки могут быть использованы питательные вещества, витамины, ароматизаторы и т.п. Контейнер 10 содержит первую камеру 22 для содержания жидкости и систему дозирования добавки 100, не сообщающуюся с первой камерой. Система дозирования добавки содержит первый резервуар 139, содержащий расходуемую добавку, и насос 150, выполненный с возможностью избирательной работы для дозирования некоторого количества добавки из резервуара 139. Насос содержит впускной обратный клапан, сообщающийся с резервуаром 139, диафрагму, расположенную перед впускным обратным клапаном, и выпускной обратный клапан, расположенный на диафрагме. Выпускной обратный клапан открывается, когда к диафрагме прикладывается давление, чтобы дозировать определенное количество добавки. Контейнер содержит второй резервуар для добавки 26, изолированный от первой камеры 22, расположенный рядом с системой дозирования добавки 100 так, что он может ...

СИСТЕМА ОБРАБОТКИ ДЛЯ ЖИДКОСТЕЙ И ВНУТРЕННИХ ПОВЕРХНОСТЕЙ АРМАТУРЫ

FIELD: chemistry. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to systems and methods for disinfection (that is reducing the presence of bacteria and pathogenic organisms) of a liquid. Disinfection apparatus comprises a housing having an inner surface; pipeline installed inside housing and having inlet for liquid and outlet hole for liquid, wherein the pipeline is configured to carry the flowing fluid from the liquid inlet to the liquid outlet and has a first refraction index; shell located inside the housing, surrounding the pipeline and having a second refraction index, which is lower than the first refraction index; and light source connected to housing inner surface and located downstream of liquid inlet, wherein the light source is configured to generate disinfectant light and is arranged to emit disinfectant light through the pipeline towards the liquid outlet. EFFECT: invention provides reduced liquid contamination. 27 cl, 13 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 709 867 C2 (51) МПК A61L 2/10 (2006.01) C02F 1/32 (2006.01) E03C 1/04 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A61L 2/10 (2019.05); C02F 1/32 (2019.05); E03C 1/04 (2019.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2016118414, 12.05.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 23.12.2019 14.05.2015 US 14/712,692 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 16.11.2017 Бюл. № 32 (45) Опубликовано: 23.12.2019 Бюл. № 36 2 7 0 9 8 6 7 R U (54) СИСТЕМА ОБРАБОТКИ ДЛЯ ЖИДКОСТЕЙ И ВНУТРЕННИХ ПОВЕРХНОСТЕЙ АРМАТУРЫ (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к системам и способам второй показатель преломления, являющийся для дезинфекции (то есть уменьшения наличия более низким, чем первый показатель бактерий и патогенных организмов) жидкости. преломления; и источник света, присоединённый Устройство дезинфекции содержит корпус, к внутренней поверхности корпуса и имеющий внутреннюю поверхность; расположенный ниже по течению от входного трубопровод, установленный внутри корпуса ...

КОНТЕЙНЕР ДЛЯ ЖИДКОСТИ

... 1. Контейнер для жидкости, содержащий первую камеру для содержания жидкости, сконфигурированную так, что жидкость может дозироваться из первой камеры, и систему дозирования добавки, избирательно дозирующую количество добавки, причем система дозирования добавки не сообщается с первой камерой. ! 2. Контейнер по п.1, отличающийся тем, что система дозирования добавки содержит первый резервуар для добавки, сконфигурированный так, чтобы содержать расходуемую добавку, и насос, работающий избирательно для дозирования некоторого количества добавки из первого резервуара для добавки. ! 3. Контейнер по п.2, отличающийся тем, что насос содержит: впускной обратный клапан, сообщающийся с первым резервуаром для добавки, диафрагму, расположенную перед впускным обратным клапаном, определяющую полость между клапаном и диафрагмой; и выпускной обратный клапан, расположенный на диафрагме и сообщающийся с полостью; причем выпускной обратный клапан сконфигурирован так, чтобы открываться, когда к диафрагме прикладывается ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

1. Устройство (1) для быстрой очистки воды, содержащее корпус (2), имеющий по меньшей мере одно отверстие (3) для входа воды, а также по меньшей мере одно отверстие (4) для выхода воды, по меньшей мере одно средство (5) для очистки воды, а также по меньшей мере два водотока (6, 7), соединяющих отверстие (3) для входа воды и отверстие (4) для выхода воды, причем через первый водоток (6) вода может идти сквозь средство (5) для очистки, а через второй водоток (7) вода может идти мимо средства (5) для очистки, а также по меньшей мере одно средство (8) переключения, выполненное с возможностью распределения протекания воды внутри корпуса (2) между различными водотоками (6, 7), отличающееся тем, что средство (5) для очистки воды содержит по меньшей мере один катионитный фильтр. ! 2. Устройство (1) по п.1, отличающееся тем, что средство (8) переключения в случае, когда через устройство (1) не течет никакой воды, после окончании заданного времени самостоятельно вызывает настройку, при которой вода течет мимо средства (5) для очистки. ! 3. Устройство (1) по п.1 или 2, отличающееся тем, что когда средство (8) переключения настроено так, что вода может течь сквозь средство (5) для очистки, самостоятельно вызывает по окончании заданного времени настройку, при которой вода течет мимо средства (5) для очистки. ! 4. Устройство (1) по п.1 или 2, отличающееся тем, что предусмотрено приспособление (9), которое индицирует, когда требуется замена средства (5) для очистки воды. ! 5. Устройство (1) по п.4, отличающееся тем, что приспособление (9), индицирующее необходимость замены средства (5) для очистки воды, показывает необходимость замены по окончании определенного времени и/или определенного ср РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2008 120 133 (13) A (51) МПК C02F 1/42 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21), (22) Заявка: 2008120133/15, 22.05.2008 (71) Заявитель(и): БСХ БОШ УНД СИМЕНС ХАУСГЕРЕТЕ ГМБХ (DE) ...

ВОДЯНОЙ ФИЛЬТРОВАЛЬНЫЙ ПАТРОН СО СМЕННЫМ КОНТРОЛЬНЫМ БЛОКОМ, СОДЕРЖАЩИМ ДАТЧИК АКТИВНОЙ ПРОВОДИМОСТИ

... 1. Водяной фильтровальный патрон, в частности для подготовки питьевой воды в машинах для приготовления напитков или аппаратах питьевой воды, с корпусом и сменным контрольным блоком для контроля состояния водяного фильтровального патрона, отличающийся тем, что контрольный блок содержит сенсорный блок (11) с, по меньшей мере, одним датчиком активной проводимости (13, 14), для крепления сенсорного блока (11) на корпусе (2) фильтровального патрона (1) предусмотрены крепежные элементы (12). 2. Водяной фильтровальный патрон по п.1, отличающийся тем, что предусмотрен датчик (13) активной проводимости для измерения активной проводимости отфильтрованной воды. 3. Водяной фильтровальный патрон по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что чувствительные элементы (13) входят внутрь корпуса (2) фильтровального патрона (1). 4. Водяной фильтровальный патрон по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что предусмотрены, по меньшей мере, одно проходное отверстие и/или, по меньшей мере, одно место заданного разрушения для прохода ...

Haushaltswasserreiningungssystem

A water filtration device

A filter candle 10 is disclosed to remove contaminants from potable water. The filter candle comprises a plurality of porous layers 15, 16 forming a fluid path for the water. Water thus passes sequentially from the first layer 16 through the other layers to the final layer. Water passing through the final layer exits the filter candle through an outlet 11, wherein the first layer includes a virucide. The first layer is distinguishable from the adjacent second layer 15, for example the first and second layers may be formed of visually distinguishable materials. Suitably, one or both of the first and second layers may comprise a dye material. The first and second material may be formed of a ceramics material. The second layer can include a bactericide. The filter candle may also comprise a third layer 12 formed of carbon, usually activated carbon. The third layer can be in the form of a hollow cylinder. The virucide can be Biocoat (RTM). The layers can be formed into a cylindrical filter ...

Submerged filter indicator

Measuring magnetic debris buildup in a magnetic filter

A magnetic debris level measuring device 10 for a magnetic filter 100 is disclosed. The magnetic debris level measuring device includes a magnetometer and a temperature sensor 18. The magnetometer and temperature sensor are connected to inputs of a control unit which has output means adapted to issue a notification based on a combination of the magnetometer reading and the temperature sensor reading to provide an indication when the amount of debris captured within the filter exceeds a threshold level. The temperature measured by the temperature sensor may be combined with a raw magnetic field strength reading from the magnetometer to derive a corrected magnetic field strength. The corrected magnetic field strength can be compared to a stored threshold level, the notification being issued when the corrected magnetometer reading exceeds or drops below the stored threshold level. Suitably, the control unit is adapted to detect when the amount of captured magnetic debris continues to increase ...

WATER CLEANER

DEVICE FOR WATER TREATMENT.

Water purifier

A method for accelerated testing of a membrane module

A method of accelerated testing of a membrane module (40) for resistance to cyclic stress during operation of an industrial membrane separation process (100) comprising loading at least one membrane module (40) into a test cell (61,70) of a test plant (60); conducting said industrial membrane separation process while subjecting said membrane module (40) to cyclic stresses during a plurality of membrane operating cycles, each cycle being of significantly lesser duration than used for operation of said industrial membrane separation process in an operating plant (100); and testing said membrane module (40) for component failure caused by said cyclic stresses.

MOBILE WATER DISPENSING UNIT

A mobile water dispensing unit having a wheelable exterior chassis and a water storage tank positioned therein. A pump within the chassis circulates water drawn from the water storage tank, which is then filtered and subjected to UV treatment, the water before is provided to water dispensers on the exterior chassis, for dispensing the filtered and treated water.

SMART WATER FILTER SYSTEM

Various examples are provided for smart water filter systems. In one example, a smart water filter system includes a solenoid valve (or other electrically operated valve) in a water supply line of a faucet, and a filter bank coupled to the water supply line. Activation of the valve can stop the flow of unfiltered water through the faucet while allowing the flow of filtered water through the faucet. In another example, a smart water filter system includes a three-port solenoid (or electrically operated) valve coupled to a faucet, and a filter bank coupled to the water supply line and to a second inlet port of the three-port solenoid valve. Activation of the three-port valve can stop the flow of unfiltered water through the faucet while allowing the flow of filtered water through the faucet.

WATER TREATMENT DEVICE

... 2127716 9313847 PCTABS00024 A lid assembly (16) for a portable water treatment device (10) of the type including a vessel (12) with an opened upper end and a replaceable filter cartridge (C) adapted to be contained therein. The lid assembly (16) includes a housing (40) having apertures (66) therethrough communicating with the filter cartridge (C). A gate member (80) having apertures (88) is reciprocally movable between a first position wherein the apertures (88) in the gate member (80) are not aligned with the apertures (66) in the housing (40) and a second position wherein the apertures (88) in the gate member (80) are aligned with the apertures (66) in the housing (40). In the second position, water to be treated may be poured into the filter cartridge (C) through the apertures (66, 88) in the gate member (80) and the housing (40). Indicator means (140, 150) are provided and are movable incrementally in response to movement of the gate member (80). The indicator means (140, 150) move ...

WATER FILTERING SYSTEM WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGE FOR A REFRIGERATOR

A water filtering system for a refrigerator includes a mounting head preferably arranged under a temperature control housing in a fresh food compartment. A replaceable filter cartridge is adapted to be selectively attached to the mounting head in order to complete a fluid circuit from a water supply source to at least one of a water dispenser and an ice maker. The filter cartridge and the mounting head have cooperating camming structure which axially draws a stem portion of the cartridge into a port of the mounting head upon rotation of the cartridge relative to the mounting head during installation of the cartridge. Furthermore, camming structure is also provided to at least partially, axially withdraw the stem portion from the port upon rotation of the cartridge a predetermined amount in an opposing direction. Also provided as part of the water filtering system is a plug which can be used to complete the fluid circuit in the absence of a filter cartridge.

APPARATUS FOR THE PURIFICATION OF WATER WITH THE INDICATOR OF THE DEGREE OF THE EXHAUSTION OF MEANS FOR THE CLEANING

MEASURING DEVICE FOR UNIT AUTOMATIC CUTOFF OF

End of life mechanism for water treatment cartridge

recipiente para fluidos que tem um sistema para dispensa de aditivo

WATER FILTERING APPARATUS

A drinking water filter assembly has a filter cartridge (23) which includes a filter element (20) contained in the cartridge (23) for unitary disposal; the cartridge (23) received on a base (2) containing attachment fittings (10, 11) for ease in installation and replacement with limited exposure to contaminants during a change of the filter cartridge (23). A flow powered flow meter (60) is provided which measures the quantity of flow through the filter element (20) for alerting the user to replace the filter cartridge (23).

Single-use long-life faucet-mounted water filtration devices

Single-use long-life faucet mounted water filtration devices are disclosed. A bathroom water filtration device having two outlets for filtered water is disclosed. Additionally, a fountain head is included for use in the bathroom water filtration device. The water filtration device is of unibody construction formed by ultrasonically welding certain parts thereof together. Since the devices disclosed are disposable, no filter replacement or other maintenance is performed. A gate, magnet, sensor and electronics provide an indication of filter performance enabling disposal of the water filtration device and installation of a new device. A kitchen water filtration device is larger than the bathroom device. Both the kitchen and bathroom water filtration devices are small and are mounted behind the faucet connection so as to facilitate full utilization of the sink or wash basin.

WATER PURIFIER AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

A water purifier having a small size and compact internal structure and enabling a water discharge part through which water is extracted to be rotation-operated, and a control method thereof.

WATER PURIFIER AND CONTROL METHOD OF THE SAME

Disclosed is a water purifier. The water purifier includes a water quality sensor configured to measure quality of water that is suppled from a water supply source, a first filter configured to filter by a first method, a second filter configured to filter by a second method, a flow path shifting valve configured to selectively supply water that is supplied from the water supply source to the first filter or the second filter, and a processor configured to control the flow path shifting valve based on a water quality value that is measured by the sensor.

Outlet for shower or faucet head

Removable and replaceable outlets for point-of-use showers (2000) or faucets (1000), filter devices (170), and methods and systems including the outlets and/or filter devices, are disclosed.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

Изобретение может быть использовано для очистки воды, применяемой для приготовления чая или кофе. Устройство содержит чашку 4, вставляемый в чашку 4 патрон 5 фильтра, содержащий очистительный материал, и емкость 1 для размещения чашки 4, в которую поступает налитая в чашку 4 и прошедшая через патрон 5 фильтра очищенная вода. Емкость 1 снабжена ручкой 2 и имеет сливную насадку 3. Чашка 4 закрыта крышкой 6 с хомутом 8 и снабжена дружкой 7 для удобства использования. Устройство также снабжено соединяемым с электрической батареей электронным индикатором, формирующим видимый снаружи сигнал для замены очистительного материала на новый. Индикатор снабжен программируемым электронным блоком с функцией памяти, в котором установлен зависящий от положения емкости 1 электрический элемент. Электронный блок при каждом процессе слива очищенной воды из емкости 1 выдает параметр, пропорциональный количеству слитой при этом воды. Индикатор снабжен видимой снаружи панелью визуальной индикации, на которой с ...

КРЫШКА ДЛЯ КОНТЕЙНЕРА

Изобретение относится к крышке для контейнера, в частности контейнера для жидкости. Крышка имеет отверстие (2) для заполнения контейнера его содержимым сверху, причем предусмотрена возможность закрытия указанного отверстия поворотным закрывающим элементом (3), установленным на внутренней поверхности указанной крышки с возможностью поворота относительно первой оси (X), причем, когда указанная крышка расположена сверху контейнера, указанная ось (X) ориентирована горизонтально, при этом закрывающий элемент (3) содержит закрывающую деталь (4) для закрытия верхнего отверстия контейнера, расположенную на одной стороне оси (X), и деталь (5), являющуюся противовесом детали (4), расположенную на другой стороне оси (X). Между закрывающим элементом (3) и крышкой (1) предусмотрен поворотный смещающий элемент (6), установленный на внутренней поверхности крышки с возможностью поворота на второй оси (Y), параллельной первой оси (X), причем опускание смещающего элемента (6) под действием силы тяжести на ...

ВОДОУМЯГЧИТЕЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ЭКСПЛУАТИЦИИ ВОДОУМЯГЧИТЕЛЬНОГО УСТРОЙСТВА

FIELD: physics. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to a water softener and to a method of operating a water softener. Water softening device contains filter, which is made with possibility to reduce hardness of the first flow of untreated water with production of the second water flow with reduced rigidity, first sensor for measuring electrical parameter of first flow and second sensor for measuring electric parameter of second flow. Ratio of the measured parameters can be used as an indicator for assessing the state of depletion of the filter. Filter contains an ion-exchange resin which operates in H + mode. Ion-exchange resin is buffered with at least one salt selected from a group consisting of a potassium salt, a sodium salt and a lithium salt. EFFECT: group of inventions provides protection of the device from lime scale and serves to prevent the pH of the treated water from falling to a too low value (especially at the beginning of the cycle), and also provides an indication of the state of depletion of the filter in the water softening method. 14 cl, 9 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 731 092 C1 (51) МПК C02F 1/00 (2006.01) C02F 1/42 (2006.01) B01J 47/024 (2017.01) B01J 47/14 (2006.01) B01J 39/18 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК C02F 1/00 (2020.02); C02F 1/42 (2020.02); C02F 1/008 (2020.02); B01J 39/07 (2020.02); B01J 47/14 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019126737, 01.02.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 28.08.2020 (73) Патентообладатель(и): БВТ АКТИЕНГЕЗЕЛЛЬШАФТ (AT) (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: EP 2481713 A1, 01.08.2012. US 2013328579 A1, 12.12.2013. DE 102010003636 A1, 06.10.2011. RU 2440302 C2, 20.01.2012. RU 2549864 C2, 27.04.2015. EP 3034474 A1, 22.06.2016. 07.02.2017 EP 17155008.0 (45) Опубликовано: 28.08.2020 Бюл. № 25 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 09.09.2019 (86) ...

КРЫШКА ДЛЯ КОНТЕЙНЕРА

... 1. Крышка для контейнера, в частности, контейнера для жидкости, имеющая отверстие (2) для заполнения контейнера его содержимым сверху, причем, предусмотрена возможность закрытия указанного отверстия поворотным закрывающим элементом (3), установленным на внутренней поверхности указанной крышки с возможностью поворота относительно первой оси (X), причем, когда указанная крышка расположена сверху контейнера указанная ось (X) ориентирована горизонтально, при этом закрывающий элемент (3) содержит закрывающую деталь (4) для закрытия верхнего отверстия контейнера, расположенную на одной стороне оси (X) и противовесную деталь (5), являющуюся противовесом детали (4), расположенную на другой стороне оси (X), отличающаяся тем, что между закрывающим элементом (3) и крышкой (1) предусмотрен поворотный смещающий элемент (6), причем, опускание смещающего элемента (6) под действием силы тяжести на противовесную деталь (5) вызывает прижатие закрывающей детали (4) к отверстию (2).2. Крышка по п.1, отличающаяся ...

Kanne mit Filter und ihr Deckel

Deckel mit einer Wechselanzeige

Deckel mit einer Wechselanzeige für einen Wasserfilter, wobei die Wechselanzeige eine Gewindespindel umfasst, die durch einen Schließ- und/oder Öffnungsvorgang eines vorzugsweise als Klappe ausgebildeten Schließelementes drehbar ist, wobei ein Gleitstein auf der Gewindespindel läuft und anhand der Position des Gleitsteins die Anzahl der Schließ- und/oder Öffnungsvorgänge bestimmbar ist.

Vorrichtung zur Wasserreinigung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung (1) zum verzögerungsfreien Reinigen von Wasser, umfassend ein Gehäuse (2), welches wenigstens eine Wassereintrittsöffnung (3) sowie wenigstens eine Wasseraustrittsöffnung (4) aufweist, wenigstens ein Mittel (5) zum Reinigen des Wassers sowie zumindest zwei die Wassereintrittsöffnung (3) und die Wasseraustrittsöffnung (4) verbindende Wasserläufe (6, 7), wobei über einen ersten Wasserlauf (6) das Wasser durch das Mittel (5) zum Reinigen hindurchleitbar ist und über einen zweiten Wasserlauf (7) das Wasser an dem Mittel (5) vorbeileitbar ist, sowie wenigstens ein Mittel (8) zum Schalten, mit Hilfe dessen der Verlauf des Wassers innerhalb des Gehäuses (2) zwischen den verschiedenen Wasserläufen (6, 7) verteilbar ist. Die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung zeichnet sich dadurch aus, dass das Mittel (5) zum Reinigen des Wassers zumindest eien Kationenaustauscher umfasst. Die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung zum verzögerungsfreien Reinigen von Wasser bietet eine zuverlässige ...

WASSERREINIGER

Treatment of potable water

Water is treated with a sterilising agent and a colouring agent and then passed through a filter (26) which removes, among other matter, both of these agents from the water. Any coloration in the filtered water is an indication that the filter is beginning to fail and requires replacement. ...

Filter jug and lid with indicator for filter replacement

A water filter jug contains a hopper 1 accommodating a removable filter 3 and has a spout 4, such that water entering the hopper 1 is constrained to pass through the filter 3 and into the lower part of the jug body. A lid 5 has an aperture 6, which is closed by a slidable cover 13 operated by a thumb grip 15 and through which water is poured to enter the hopper 1. A ratchet mechanism is mounted on the underside of the lid 5 to register each time the cover 13 is opened to enable water to enter the hopper 1, thereby giving an indication of the remaining useful life of the filter 3. A visible indication may be provided via a window 27 in the lid 5. ...

A water-purification jug, for domestic use

A filter jug for purifying water for domestic use comprises a container (2) divided at least into a first compartment (8) and a second compartment (9) intercommunicating through a filter cartridge (11), and a first duct (12) and a second duct (13) for the admission and for the discharge of the water to the first compartment and from the second compartment (8, 9), respectively. Flow-measuring means (15) and counting means (14, 14a, 14b), associated therewith, are provided in the jug in at least one of the ducts (12, 13), for determining the total quantity of water treated by the filter cartridge (11) so as to identify the reaching of a limit quantity above which the cartridge should be considered exhausted.

A rainwater collection, neutralization and reuse device

A portable water purifying and dispensing unit

CONTAINER FOR THE FILTRATION OF LIQUIDS, SPECIAL DRINK WATER

A method for accelerated testing of a membrane module

A method of accelerated testing of a membrane module (40) for resistance to cyclic stress during operation of an industrial membrane separation process (100) comprising loading at least one membrane module (40) into a test cell (61,70) of a test plant (60); conducting said industrial membrane separation process while subjecting said membrane module (40) to cyclic stresses during a plurality of membrane operating cycles, each cycle being of significantly lesser duration than used for operation of said industrial membrane separation process in an operating plant (100); and testing said membrane module (40) for component failure caused by said cyclic stresses.

METHOD AND APPARATUS TO MONITOR AND CONTROL A WATER SYSTEM

A system for providing treated water includes a water treatment unit including an inlet water quality probe, a worker bed, a probe to measure a parameter of water from the worker bed, a polisher bed connected downstream from the worker bed and having a probe to measure a parameter of water from the polisher bed, and a flow meter upstream of the worker bed or downstream of the polisher bed. A controller in communication with the flow meter and the probes is configured to receive data from same. A remote server in communication with the local water treatment unit is configured to receive data from the local water treatment unit. The controller or the server may determine a cumulative flow total, a billing cycle flow total, a current exchange flow total, a contaminant load, or a remaining capacity of the water treatment unit.

PERFORMANCE MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN ADVANCED OXIDATION PROCESS (AOP) WATER SANITIZER

FILTER STATUS TECHNIQUES ADAPTED FOR USE WITH A CONTAINER BASED FILTRATION DEVICE

A filter status module for use with a container based filtration device includes a dispensing sensor and a user interface communicatively coupled to a processing unit. The processing unit counts a number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt signaled by the dispensing sensor and outputs a filter status on the user interface as a function of the number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt. The processing unit may further track an elapsed period of time from insertion of a new filter and output the filter status as a further function of the elapsed period of time.

METHOD OF DETERMINATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF EXHAUSTION OF A FILTERING CARTRIDGE FOR FILTERING CARAFES WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGE AND CARAFE OPERATING IN COMPLIANCE WITH SUCH METHOD

A method of determination of the conditions of exhaustion of a filtering cartridge for filtering carafes (1) with replaceable cartridges (8) is described, in which an initial identification of impedance of the water to be filtered is provided for in order to consequently calculate an important parameter for definition of the efficient lifespan on the filtering cartridge (8) . Furthermore a carafe operating in compliance with such method is also described.

WATER FILTER WITH PRESSURE ACTUATED FLOW MONITOR

A faucet mounted water filtration system with a filter life monitor includes a filter housing with a flexible cap which deflects upon introducti on of water into the housing. The deflection of the cap closes a switch on an electrical circuit which counts the time the water is flowing through the housing. Once a predetermined amount of time accumulates, the circuit generates a message to inform the user that the filter needs replacement. The invention further includes a selector switch on the electrical circuit for signaling the circuit to count one of t wo predetermined amounts of time prior to generating a message.

System and method for treating groundwater

A method and apparatus for removing fluorinated hydrocarbons and/or perchlorate species from groundwater which can utilize ion exchange media comprising a hydrophobic polymeric matrix. Fluorinated hydrocarbons can be reduced to a parts per trillion level and perchlorate to a low parts per billion level, rendering the groundwater suitable for consumption as drinking water under regulatory standards.

Water purifier

Water purification equipment and detection system and method for filter core life thereof

Water purifier

The present invention relates to a household water purifier which is mainly used at home and filters tap water, and provides a water purifier, from which the tap water or purified water does not leak even when the water purifier is transversely kept, and which is capable of being kept at any orientation or place. More specifically, this invention provides the water purifier having: an inner container which has a water inlet of raw water; a cartridge which is mounted on a bottom of the inner container and purifies raw water; a main container which fixes the inner container and stores purified water purified by the cartridge; and a tap which is mounted on the water inlet of the inner container, the water purifier having: inner container sealing means for sealing the inner container with the tap; and main container sealing means for sealing the main container with the inner container.

WATER-FILTER LIFETIME INDICATOR

An indicator, and method of indicating, the expiration of substantially the predetermined useful life of a water filter, use color change in a simple but very effective manner. The water migrates into a color change mechanism which may include a porous medium, and causes first and second reagents to react producing a color change. The reaction system between the reagents may be selected from the group consisting essentially of chelation of a metal ion by a chelating agent, reaction of an acid/base with a pH indicator, reaction of an electron donor/acceptor with a redox indicator, and an enzymatic reaction between an enzyme and a substrate. The color change mechanism displays a gradual advance of the color change over time, and may incorporate a scale to display the elapsed time. A mask containing scale indicia may be used to relate the progress of the diffusion to substantially the predetermined useful life of the filter.

INTERNET OF THINGS WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM

An IoT water purification system includes a water purification device and a cloud management device. The water purification device includes a filter element, a water tank, a water quantity sensing circuit, a filter element sensing circuit, and a water purification side wireless transmission circuit. The water quantity sensing circuit measures a current storage quantity of the drinking water to generate respective water quantity information. The filter element sensing circuit measures a water quality of the tap water to generate water quality information. The cloud management device includes a cloud wireless transmission circuit and a cloud processing circuit. The cloud processing circuit determines the storage quantity of the drinking water according to the water quantity information, counts the water quality information to generate historical water quantity information, and counts a current service life of the filter elements according to the current water quality information and the historical ...

CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

A container assembly is disclosed. The container assembly includes a container that contains a volume. Selected portions of the container assembly may be removable. A spigot assembly may be removed and associated with a filter assembly.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WASH WATER TREATMENT

A waste water treatment apparatus includes a first reservoir for storing waste water interconnected to a second reservoir to receive and store treated water from the first reservoir upon activation of a pump. Operating the waste water treatment apparatus includes receiving waste water in the first reservoir, pumping the waste water from the first reservoir to the second reservoir, filtering the waste water from the first reservoir creating treated water prior to being received in the second reservoir, and using the treated water for cleansing.

AQUARIUM FILTER CONTAINING A CARTRIDGE CLOG INDICATOR

An aquarium filter and a method of indicating reduced flow through the filter. The aquarium filter includes a first chamber, a second chamber, and a filter cartridge separating the first chamber and the second chamber. A first flow path is defined through the filter cartridge separating the first chamber and the second chamber. The aquarium filter also includes spillway defining a second flow path and an indicator positioned in the second flow path.

Water center appliance and AIO faucet

An example water center appliance configured to incorporate various features associated with a sink is provided. An example water center appliance includes a top section and a bottom section. In one example embodiment, the top section includes a sink basin, a faucet, a water filter assembly, a water inlet connection, and an electricity connection. In one example embodiment, the bottom section includes a first sliding drawer, and a second sliding drawer, wherein the first sliding drawer and the second sliding drawer are shaped to accommodate one or more components of the top section.

Apparatus for cleaning water

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung (1) zum verzögerungsfreien Reinigen von Wasser, umfassend ein Gehäuse (2), welches wenigstens eine Wassereintrittsöffnung (3) sowie wenigstens eine Wasseraustrittsöffnung (4) aufweist, wenigstens ein Mittel (5) zum Reinigen des Wassers, sowie zumindest zwei die Wassereintrittsöffnung (3) und die Wasseraustrittsöffnung (4) verbindende Wasserläufe (6,7), wobei über einen ersten Wasserlauf (6) das Wasser durch das Mittel (5) zum Reinigen hindurch leitbar ist und über einen zweiten Wasserlauf (7) das Wasser an dem Mittel (5) zum Reinigen vorbei leitbar ist, sowie wenigstens ein Mittel (8) zum Schalten, mit Hilfe dessen der Verlauf des Wassers innerhalb des Gehäuses (2) zwischen den verschiedenen Wasserläufen (6,7) verteilbar ist. Die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung zeichnet sich dadurch aus, dass das Mittel (5) zum Reinigen des Wassers zumindest einen Kationenaustauscher umfasst. Die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung zum verzögerungsfreien Reinigen von Wasser ...

AUTOMATED PERMEABILITY TEST FOR A FILTER BASKET

КАРТРИДЖ ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ КУВШИННОГО ТИПА

... 1. Устройство для очистки воды кувшинного типа, содержащее:корпус в виде кувшина, содержащий цилиндрическую корпусную часть, имеющую днище и перегородку для разделения внутреннего пространства корпусной части;крышку кувшина, непроницаемым для жидкости образом закрывающую открытый верхний край корпуса кувшина; икартридж для очистки воды, съемным образом прикрепляемый к открытой части для крепления в перегородке.2. Устройство для очистки воды кувшинного типа по п.1, в котором корпусная часть, днище и боковая стенка формируются как отдельные детали, и днище формируется из смолы, имеющей ударную прочность по Изоду в пределах от 50 до 1200 (Дж/м).3. Устройство для очистки воды кувшинного типа по п.1 или 2, в котором смола представляет собой ABS смолу.4. Устройство для очистки воды кувшинного типа по п.1 или 2, в котором крышка кувшина непроницаемым для жидкости образом закрывает верхний край.5. Устройство для очистки воды кувшинного типа по п.1, в котором крышка кувшина содержит корпус крышки ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

... 1. Устройство для очистки воды, содержащее чашку, вставляемый в чашку патрон фильтра, содержащий очистительный материал, и емкость для размещения чашки, в которую при вставленной чашке с установленным в ней патроном фильтра поступает налитая в чашку и прошедшая через патрон фильтра очищенная вода, которое снабжено соединяемым с электрической батареей электронным индикатором, формирующим видимый снаружи сигнал для замены очистительного материала на новый, ненагруженный очистительный материал, в котором индикатор снабжен программируемым электронным блоком с функцией памяти, соединяемым с батареей, и в котором в электрической цепи, содержащей батарею, установлен также зависящий от положения емкости электрический элемент, не функционирующий при емкости, установленной по вертикальной оси, и при наклоненной емкости с заданным минимальным наклоном ее оси вырабатывающий электрический параметр, регистрируемый электронным блоком, отличающееся тем, что электронный блок (9) при каждом процессе слива ...

СИСТЕМА ОБРАБОТКИ ДЛЯ ЖИДКОСТЕЙ И ВНУТРЕННИХ ПОВЕРХНОСТЕЙ АРМАТУРЫ

ПЕРКОЛЯЦИОННОЕ ФИЛЬТРУЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

... 1. Перколяционное фильтрующее устройство, содержащее корпус (2, 3), сменный фильтрующий картридж, съемно установленный в корпусе, и стенку, на которой выполнено гнездо (6) для приема приспособления (10), удерживаемого в гнезде съемным образом соответствующими крепежными средствами и ответными средствами (12, 13), отличающееся тем, что гнездо закрыто со стороны корпуса и доступно только снаружи, причем крепежные средства и ответные средства содержат быстроразъемный крепеж (12, 15).2. Устройство по п.1, в котором быстроразъемный крепеж представляет собой крепеж с двойным нажатием.3. Устройство по п.2, в котором стенка содержит крышку (3) и/или участок ручки (7) устройства.4. Устройство по п.1, 2 или 3, в котором устройство представляет собой фильтрующий кувшин (1).5. Устройство по п.1, 2 или 3, в котором гнездо (6) уплотнено относительно внутреннего пространства фильтрующего устройства.6. Устройство по п.1, 2 или 3, в котором быстроразъемный крепеж содержит охватываемый элемент (12), прикрепленный ...

LEBENSDAUERMECHANISMUS FÜR WASSEREINIGUNGSKARTUSCHE

Vorrichtung zur Ermittlung der Erschöpfung eines Filters

PROCEDURE FOR THE DETERMINATION OF THE EXHAUSTING US CONDITIONS OF A FILTER CARTRIDGE FOR CATCHING CANS WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGE AND CATCHING CAN FOR THE ENTERPRISE WITH CONSIDERATION OF THIS METHOD

System and method of deionization of water

A method of treating water in a water treatment system after a replacement of an ion exchange bed includes introducing water to be treated into the ion exchange bed of the water treatment system to produce treated water, calculating a current exchange daily average flow rate of water through the water treatment system, calculating a cumulative daily average flow rate of water through the water treatment system, and determining an estimated number of days remaining to exhaustion of the ion exchange bed based on the current exchange daily average flow rate and the cumulative daily average flow rate.

Method and apparatus to monitor and control a water system

A system for providing treated water includes a water treatment unit including an inlet water quality probe, a worker bed, a probe to measure a parameter of water from the worker bed, a polisher bed connected downstream from the worker bed and having a probe to measure a parameter of water from the polisher bed, and a flow meter upstream of the worker bed or downstream of the polisher bed. A controller in communication with the flow meter and the probes is configured to receive data from same. A remote server in communication with the local water treatment unit is configured to receive data from the local water treatment unit. The controller or the server may determine a cumulative flow total, a billing cycle flow total, a current exchange flow total, a contaminant load, or a remaining capacity of the water treatment unit.

Water filter with pressure actuated flow monitor

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators for pools and spas are provided. A controller communicates with a processor positioned within a replaceable cell cartridge of a chlorinator, to allow for remote control and diagnosis of the chlorinator and/or cell cartridge. Non-volatile memory on board the cartridge stores one or more parameters associated with the cartridge. The controller can obtain this information from the processor of the cell cartridge, and can use same to configure operation of the chlorinator. Information relating to remaining cell life can be updated by the controller and stored in the non-volatile memory of the cell cartridge. Electrical and software-based mechanisms are provided for ensuring operation of only compatible cell cartridges with the chlorinator.

SINGLE-USE LONG-LIFE FAUCET-MOUNTED WATER FILTRATION DEVICES

Single-use long-life faucet mounted water filtration devices (100) are disclosed. A bathroom water filtration device having two outlets (106, 107) for water is disclosed. Additionally, a fountain head (119) is included for use in the bathroom water filtration device. The water filtration device is of unibody construction formed by ultrasonically welding certain parts thereof together. Since the devices disclosed are disposable, no filter replacement or other maintenance is performed. A gate (118), magnet (117), sensor (135) and electronics (112) provide an indication of filter performance enabling disposal of the water filtration device and installation of a new device. A kitchen water filtration device is larger than the bathroom device. Both the kitchen and bathroom water filtration devices are small and are mounted behind the faucet connection so as to facilitate full utilization of the sink or wash basin.

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A FILTER HAVING AN AUTOMATIC CONTROL OF FLOW

The present invention disclosed a filter with an automatic control of flow, which contains a housing having a water inlet and a water outlet on one end, a bottom cover connecting to the other end of the housing and a filter material provided in the housing, comprising an outlet end fluidly connecting with the water outlet through a flow control unit. Based on the structure design of the flow control unit, the filter of the present invention can remind users to replace the filter materials in an easy and visible way at the time when the filter materials reach the end of working period.

End of water purification cartridge life apparatus

End-of-life apparatus for use in water purification cartridges are disclosed. The apparatus includes a water-disintegrable tablet configured to disintegrate a predetermined amount after contacting a predetermined volume of water flow. The tablet prevents the stoppage of water until the tablet has been contacted by the predetermined amount of water. The various end-of-life apparatus use different means to stop the water flow when the tablet has disintegrated a predetermined amount.

Water Filtration System

A water filtration system is provided that includes a filter section, a tank section, a pump section, a housing section and a dispensing section. The filter section includes a high-pressure water filter disconnected from a source of tap water. The tank section includes an outer tank member and an inner tank member fluidly connected to the filter section. The pump section is fluidly connected to the filter section via a first conduit for pumping water at a high pressure through the filter and is fluidly connected to the outer tank member via a second conduit for drawing unfiltered water from the outer tank member. The housing section houses at least one of the filter section, the tank section and the pump section. The dispensing section is fluidly connected to the inner tank member for dispensing filtered water.

Percolating filter device

A percolating filter device including a casing with a wall on which is formed a seat, in which an accessory is retained in a removable way by corresponding fastening means and counter-means, which comprise a quick release fastening.

Twin tank water treatment method

Embodiments of the invention provide a twin tank water treatment system and method. The water treatment system includes first tank with a first set of sensors and a first resin bed, a second tank with a second set of sensors and a second resin bed, and a valve assembly with a flow meter and a controller in communication with the first set of sensors, the second set of sensors, and the flow meter. The method includes determining when the resin beds are exhausted based on input from the flow meter, the sensors, and a water hardness setting.

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A filter unit includes a body portion and an engagement protrusion that extends from the body portion with a first water containment seal. At least one cross-section of the engagement protrusion at a location of the first water containment seal, taken perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the body portion, includes an egg-shaped outer perimeter with a single axis of symmetry. At least one engagement surface traverses around at least part of the body portion. The at least one engagement surface has a linear movement section for linear movement of the body portion. The linear movement section transitions to a rotational movement section for rotational movement of the body portion. The rotational movement section is angled relative to the linear movement section. A water inlet path and a water outlet path extend through a portion of the engagement protrusion defined by the at least one cross-section. 1. A filter unit comprising:a body portion;an engagement protrusion extending from the body portion and comprising a first water containment seal, wherein at least one cross-section of the engagement protrusion at a location of the first water containment seal, taken perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the body portion, includes an egg-shaped outer perimeter having a single axis of symmetry;at least one engagement surface traversing around at least part of the body portion, the at least one engagement surface having a linear movement section for linear movement of the body portion, wherein the linear movement section transitions to a rotational movement section for rotational movement of the body portion, wherein the rotational movement section is angled relative to the linear movement section; anda water inlet path and a water outlet path extending through a portion of the engagement protrusion defined by the at least one cross-section.2. The filter unit of claim 1 , further comprising:a second water containment seal disposed about the engagement ...

Water filter system

A filter unit includes a substantially cylindrical body portion with a proximal end and a distal end. First and second engagement surfaces traverse at least a part of the body portion. The first and second engagement surfaces include a first segment that extends substantially parallel with a longitudinal extent of the body portion and a second segment that extends at an angle relative to the first segment. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end of the body portion and has a water inlet and a concave engagement wall with a water outlet. A periphery of the engagement wall includes a first portion with a first radius of curvature and a second portion with a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. First and second seals are disposed about the engagement protrusion. The water inlet is disposed between the first and second seals.

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A water filter unit includes a body portion, a first engagement surface that traverses at least part of the body portion, and a second engagement surface that traverses at least part of the body portion opposite the first engagement surface. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and has a water inlet and a water outlet. A curved engagement surface is disposed on the engagement protrusion proximate the water outlet. A first seal is disposed on the engagement protrusion. A first cross-section of the engagement protrusion, taken at the first seal and perpendicular to a longitudinal extent of the body portion, has only one axis of symmetry. A second seal is disposed on the engagement protrusion and is spaced apart from the first seal. The water inlet is positioned between the first and second seals. 1. A water filter unit comprising:a body portion;a first engagement surface traversing at least part of the body portion;a second engagement surface traversing at least part of the body portion opposite the first engagement surface;an engagement protrusion extending from the body portion and having a water inlet and a water outlet;a curved engagement surface disposed on the engagement protrusion proximate the water outlet;a first seal disposed on the engagement protrusion, wherein a first cross-section of the engagement protrusion, taken at the first seal and perpendicular to a longitudinal extent of the body portion, has only one axis of symmetry; anda second seal disposed on the engagement protrusion and spaced apart from the first seal, wherein the water inlet is positioned between the first and second seals.2. The water filter unit of claim 1 , wherein the first and second engagement surfaces are recessed.3. The water filter unit of claim 1 , wherein the curved engagement surface is concave.4. The water filter unit of claim 1 , wherein the water inlet is disposed in a sidewall of the engagement protrusion.5. The water filter unit of claim 1 , wherein a ...

Self-contained water filtration system and method of using the same

A water filtration housing containing a pressure vessel configured to receive a water filter cartridge; a ring enclosure attachable to an open, top end of the housing enclosure; an interface tower including a user interface; a lid assembly removably attachable to the ring enclosure, the lid assembly including (i) a pressure cap and gasket for maintaining a given pressure in said pressure vessel and (ii) a rotatable lever for disengaging the pressure cap from the pressure vessel thereby releasing pressure therein. A mating system between the lid assembly and ring enclosure prevents the lid assembly from being attached to the ring enclosure in a misaligned fashion. RFID technology may be used for identifying the water filter cartridge installed therein and wireless communication technology (e.g., Wi-Fi) to transmit collected system data (e.g., water usage) to a central location for analysis such that the customer is provided with, for example, operational suggestions.

SMART WATER SYSTEM

Various examples are provided for smart water systems. In one example, a method for providing water through a faucet includes detecting a voice request from a user; providing an indication of the voice request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; and activating the electrically operated valve to provide water through the faucet. In another example, a method includes detecting a request for water from a user; providing an indication of the request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; and activating the electrically operated valve to provide a specified amount of water through the faucet. 1. A method for providing water through a faucet , comprising:detecting, by a sensor, a voice request from a user;providing, by the sensor, an indication of the voice request to control circuitry of an electrically operated valve coupled to a water supply line of the faucet; andactivating, in response to the indication, the electrically operated valve to provide water through the faucet.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is activated based upon a user defined preference.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the user defined preference is an amount of water provided through the faucet.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the amount of water is based upon a container indicated by the user.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is deactivated to stop provision of the water through the faucet.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the electrically operated valve is deactivated in response to a signal from a flow sensor.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is filtered water.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein activation of the electrically operated valve initiates flow of the filtered water through the faucet.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrically operated valve is a solenoid valve.10. The ...

Filter cartridge

A filter cartridge includes a filter medium disposed within a housing. At least one lug is mounted to the housing at a port of the housing. The lug is sized, positioned and/or oriented such that the filter cartridge couples to a manifold in one orientation. As an example, a cross-sectional shape of a first lug mounted to the housing may be different than a cross-sectional shape of a second lug mounted to the housing.

Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Method and System Thereof

A RO water purification system includes a RO pressure pump, a motor and a microprocessor control unit and a method thereof includes: providing the motor in the RO pressure pump; utilizing the microprocessor control unit to control the motor and to measure at least one motor operation data; utilizing the motor operation data to calculate inflow water pressure data and outflow water pressure data; utilizing the inflow water pressure data and outflow water pressure data to adjust the operation of the motor for enhancing the efficiency of systematic operation. 1. A reverse osmosis water purification method comprising:providing a RO pressure pump with at least one motor;connecting a microprocessor control unit with the at least one motor for controlling RO filtering operation and to further detect or measure at least one of motor operating data;calculating the at least one of motor operating data to generate at least one of calculated data; andcontinuing, adjusting or stopping the RO filtering operation of the at least one motor according to the at least one of calculated data.2. The reverse osmosis water purification method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the at least one of calculated data includes filter flow velocity data claim 1 , filter flow rate data claim 1 , filter's useful life data claim 1 , inflow pressure data claim 1 , outflow pressure data or combination thereof.3. The reverse osmosis water purification method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the motor is a DC motor or a DC brushless motor.4. The reverse osmosis water purification method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the microprocessor control unit electrically connects with an operational panel.51. The reverse osmosis water purification method as defined in claim claim 1 , wherein the at least one of motor operating data includes motor speed data claim 1 , motor current data or combination thereof.6. The reverse osmosis water purification method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the at least one of motor ...

Wire electric discharge machine having estimation function for filter replacement timing

A wire electric discharge machine has a function of estimating the time for replacement of a filter based on a use situation for the machine. A time Tr during which the filter is serviceable is calculated according to an equation, Tr=|(Pd−Pn)/ΔP|, based on a fluid pressure variation amount ΔP, a current filter fluid pressure Pn, and a filter life pressure. A remaining available time Td for the filter which takes into account the operation rate of the machine is calculated according to an equation, Td=Tr/W.

FILTER LIFE DETERMINATION

An embodiment provides a method for determining a filter life, including: introducing an aqueous sample into a filtration device comprising at least one filter and one or more sensors located upstream of the at least one filter, wherein the one or more sensors are capable of measuring a component of the aqueous sample; measuring the component of the aqueous sample using the one or more sensors; identifying a load on the at least one filter based upon the measuring of the component of the aqueous sample and at least one filtration characteristic; and determining the filter life of the at least one filter based upon the identifying. Other aspects are described and claimed. 1. A method for determining a filter life , comprising:introducing an aqueous sample into a filtration device comprising at least one filter and one or more sensors located upstream of the at least one filter, wherein the one or more sensors are capable of measuring a component of the aqueous sample;measuring the component of the aqueous sample using the one or more sensors;identifying a load on the at least one filter based upon the measuring of the component of the aqueous sample and at least one filtration characteristic; anddetermining the filter life of the at least one filter based upon the identifying.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the component comprises chlorine.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measured component correlates to a concentration of the component in the aqueous sample.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measured component correlates to degradation of at least one filter.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining further comprises a known projected life of the filter.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one filtration characteristics comprises a period of time claim 1 , wherein the period of time corresponds to the time the filter is in use.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one filtration characteristics comprises a cumulative ...

Water Filter with Electrical Conductivity Meter

The present invention relates to water filter comprises an electrical conductivity meter and a filter cartridge core for water treatment comprises one or more of the following group: filter gauze, carbonate filter, ceramic filter and Silifos balls. In addition, the invention relates to a filter cartridge core for water treatment which including one or more of the following group: filter gauze, carbonate filter, ceramic filter and Silifos balls which intended to be inserted in a filter housing that combines an electrical conductivity meter.

CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

A container assembly is disclosed. The container assembly includes a container that contains a volume. Selected portions of the container assembly may provide indication to a user of features or status of the container assembly. 1. A system to provide an indication to a user regarding a use of a filter assembly , comprising:an indicator assembly including an indicator configured to provide an indication to a user;a first sensor including a light sensor configured to sense an ambient light when a lid of the system is moved to an open position and generate a first signal in response to the ambient light being sensed, wherein the first signal is operable to determine a state of a filter within the system;a second sensor configured to generate a second signal regarding a state of a container assembly that is movable between a first state and a second state; and determine the state of the filter based at least on the first signal,', 'determine the state of the container assembly, and', 'cause the indicator to provide the indication based on the state of the filter during at least the second state of the container assembly., 'a processor module configured to execute instructions to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the indicator is configured to emit at least a first color of visible light and a second color of visible light claim 1 , the first color of visible light correlated to a first state of the filter and the second color of visible light correlated to a second state of the filter.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a light emitting member; anda light pipe extending from the light emitting member, wherein the indicator is a portion of the light pipe that extends through the container assembly.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the light pipe includes at least a first section and a second section claim 3 , the second section being positioned near a pour spout of the container assembly.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the second section is less than about ...

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators for pools and spas are provided. A controller communicates with a processor positioned within a replaceable cell cartridge of a chlorinator, to allow for remote control and diagnosis of the chlorinator and/or cell cartridge. The cell cartridge stores, in non-volatile memory on board the cartridge, one or more parameters associated with the cartridge. The controller can obtain this information from the processor of the cell cartridge, and can use same to configure operation of the chlorinator. Information relating to remaining cell life can be updated by the controller and stored in the non-volatile memory of the cell cartridge. Electrical and software-based mechanisms are provided for ensuring operation of only compatible cell cartridges with the chlorinator. A system for remotely diagnosing errors associated with the chlorinator is also provided.

WATER CENTER APPLIANCE AND AIO FAUCET

An example water center appliance configured to incorporate various features associated with a sink is provided. An example water center appliance includes a top section and a bottom section. In one example embodiment, the top section includes a sink basin, a faucet, a water filter assembly, a water inlet connection, and an electricity connection. In one example embodiment, the bottom section includes a first sliding drawer, and a second sliding drawer, wherein the first sliding drawer and the second sliding drawer are shaped to accommodate one or more components of the top section. 1. A water center appliance comprising: a sink basin;', 'first and second side panels; and', 'a rear panel, wherein the rear panel comprises a top member, a bottom member, and two side members, configured such that the top member, bottom member, and two side members of the top section rear panel together form a top section rear panel cutout; and, 'a top section, the top section including a sliding drawer;', 'first and second side panels; and', 'a rear panel, wherein the rear panel comprises a top member, a first side member, and a second side member, configured such that the top member, first side member, and second side member of the bottom section rear panel together form a bottom section rear panel cutout., 'a bottom section affixed to and aligned with the top section, the bottom section including2. The water center appliance of claim 1 , wherein the top section rear panel top member claim 1 , bottom member claim 1 , and two side members are configured such that the top section rear panel cutout is aligned with a mechanical connection for a faucet claim 1 , wherein the mechanical connection for the faucet is accessible through the top section rear panel cutout.3. The water center appliance of claim 1 , wherein the top section further includes a water filter assembly having a front side and a rear side claim 1 , andwherein the top section rear panel top member, bottom member, and two ...

FLUID TREATMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The present invention provides a method of managing operation of a point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement for providing treated fluid to at least one end user. The point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement comprises a fluid supply source provided by an operator, at least one fluid outlet for providing fluid to an end user, in which the at least one fluid outlet is in fluid communication with and spaced downstream from a point of supply of the fluid supply source, at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device located at or adjacent a corresponding fluid outlet, and at least one communication unit. 1. A method of managing operation and service provision of a point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment arrangement for providing treated fluid to at least one end user , wherein the point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment arrangement comprises a fluid supply source provided by an operator , at least one fluid outlet for providing fluid to an end user , in which the at least one fluid outlet is in fluid communication with and spaced downstream from a point of supply of the fluid supply source , at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device located at or adjacent a corresponding fluid outlet , and at least one communication unit , the method comprisingreceiving fluid quality information of the fluid supply source obtained at a location between the fluid supply source and a point of supply to the at least one fluid treatment device;receiving fluid output flow measurements from at least one sensing module at or adjacent one or more of: the fluid treatment device and/or the at least one fluid outlets;receiving fluid treatment properties of the at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device;calculating each individual service point of each point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device based on the fluid quality information of the fluid supply source, the fluid output flow measurements from a ...

Water Filter with Integral Electro Optic System for Testing and Indicating the State of the Filter

A casing sleeve that includes a built-in integral filter with a filter mesh that is fitted to a filter head of a sleeve water filter that includes a system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh. A filter housing of a water filter that is designed to receive a filter core that includes a system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh of the filter core. The system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh includes an electronic card, a lighting device, an electro-optic sensor, a power source and an indication device. 1. A casing sleeve that includes a built-in integral filter with a filter mesh that is fitted to a filter head of a sleeve water filter , wherein said casing sleeve includes a system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh; wherein the system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh includes an electronic card , a lighting device , an electro-optic sensor , an internal power source and an indication devices.2. The casing sleeve that includes a built-in integral filter with a filter mesh that is fitted to a filter head of a sleeve water filter according to wherein said electronic card includes also a timer that is designed to activate said system every certain periods of time and an algorithm according to which the information is processed and color state of said filter mesh is indicated.3. A filter housing of a water filter which is designed to contain a filter core with filter mesh claim 1 , wherein said filter housing includes a system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh; wherein the system for testing and indicating the color state of the filter mesh includes an electronic card claim 1 , a lighting device claim 1 , an electro-optic sensor claim 1 , an internal power source and an indication devices.4. The filter housing of a water filter which is designed to contain a filter core with filter mesh according to wherein ...

Water Treatment Systems, Devices, and Methods for Fluid Preparation

A method of automatically ensuring against chloramine contamination in purified product water includes supplying input water to the system and purifying the water to generate the purified product water. The purifying includes removing chlorine and chloramine contamination from the water using a carbon filter and supplying chlorine-depleted water to a deionization filter, and deionizing the chlorine-depleted water using said deionization filter. The product water is supplied to a sensor for continuous monitoring of the resistivity of the purified product water by the first sensor, and an alarm is generated indicating possible chloramine breakthrough when the resistivity of the product water falls below a predetermined resistivity level, which is selected to provide a reserve filter capacity before breakthrough would occur. The carbon filter is replaced at least responsively to the alarm to ensure excess capacity of said carbon filter sufficient to prevent chloramine breakthrough in said product water. 1. A method of automatically ensuring against chloramine contamination in purified product water by testing for electrical resistivity of the product water , the method comprising: a filter module including a carbon filter followed by a deionization filter, the filter module being constructed to receive a supply of water and to generate the purified product water therefrom,', 'a first sensor disposed downstream of the filter module and constructed to continuously detect a resistivity of the purified product water from the filter module and generate a first signal responsively to the detected resistivity, and', 'a controller coupled to the first and second sensors to receive said first and second signals, the controller being configured to monitor for a threshold concentration of ionic species in said product water responsively to the detected resistivity and the measured temperature and to generate a signal responsive to said concentration of the ionic species;, ' ...

WATER FILTER FAUCET HAVING FILTER LIFE DETERMINING FUNCTIONALITY

A water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality comprises a faucet body having a valve disposed therein. A rotatable handle is arranged on the faucet body and configured to control an operation of the valve. A monitoring device is arranged on the rotatable handle and electrically connected to a control circuit configured to receive a monitoring signal from the monitoring device and count a time. The control circuit is connected to a warning device configured to warn of that the service life of the filter element is to an end. 1. A water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality , comprising a faucet body with a valve disposed therein to control on-off of a water route therein , and a rotatable handle further arranged on the faucet body and configured to control an operation of the valve simultaneously , wherein a monitoring device for monitoring a rotating situation of the rotatable handle is arranged on the rotatable handle and is electrically connected to a control circuit configured to receive a monitoring signal from the monitoring device and count a time , and wherein the control circuit is connected to a warning device configured to warn of that the service life of the filter element is to an end.2. The water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality according to claim 1 , wherein the monitoring device is a gravity switch fixedly mounted on the rotatable handle.3. The water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality according to claim 1 , wherein the warning device is an LED lamp.4. The water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality according to claim 1 , wherein the warning device is a buzzer.5. The water filter faucet having a filter element life determining functionality according to claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is integrated on a circuit board claim 1 , a mounting base is arranged on the rotatable handle and is ...

System and Method of Deionization of Water

A method of treating water in a water treatment system after a replacement of an ion exchange bed includes introducing water to be treated into the ion exchange bed of the water treatment system to produce treated water, calculating a current exchange daily average flow rate of water through the water treatment system, calculating a cumulative daily average flow rate of water through the water treatment system, and determining an estimated number of days remaining to exhaustion of the ion exchange bed based on the current exchange daily average flow rate and the cumulative daily average flow rate.

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. 1. A filter unit comprising:a filter member;a body portion;an engagement protrusion extending from the body portion and comprising a containment seal, wherein at least one cross section of the engagement protrusion at a location of the containment seal, taken perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the body portion, includes an outer perimeter having a single axis of symmetry, and wherein the containment seal acts as a barrier that prevents filtered water from leaking around the body portion during use, the engagement protrusion being in an offset position on the body portion with respect to the central longitudinal axis;at least one engagement surface traversing around at least part of the body portion, the at least one engagement surface having a linear movement section for linear movement of the body portion, wherein the linear movement section transitions to a rotational movement section for rotational movement of the body portion, wherein the rotational movement section is angled from the linear movement section; anda water inlet path and a water outlet path extending through a portion of the engagement protrusion defined by the at least one cross section.2. The filter unit of claim 1 , wherein the engagement protrusion in configured to engage a filter head sleeve of a filter head assembly claim 1 , wherein at least one cross section of the filter head sleeve ...

Filtering device with measured activation of flow reduction

A method of repeatedly indicating to a user of an appliance that a water filter unit operably connected to the appliance has passed its useful life and a filter unit configure for use in connection with the method where the filter unit includes a fluid flow impeding system within a housing of the filter unit; engaging the filter unit with the appliance; measuring the volume of water treated by the filter unit; activating a fluid flow impeding system contained within the housing of the filter unit; and repeatedly indicating to a user that the maximum volume of water the filter unit has been designed to treat has been surpassed and the filter unit should be replaced by repeatedly delivering a normal flow rate of water from the dispenser of the appliance and thereafter slowing the flow of water from the dispenser of the appliance.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZATION OF CONNECTED WATER DEVICES

Systems and methods related to communication with and control of network-enabled water devices and sensors of various water systems are disclosed. Such water systems may include water filtration systems, water reclamation systems, sump pump systems, pool or spa systems, water softening systems, and plumbing systems. Such water devices may include chemical controllers, smart valves, pool pumps, sump pumps, water softeners, residential appliances, and manifolds. Such sensor devices may include flow meters, splash detectors, motion sensors, moisture sensors, humidity sensors, chemical sensors, water level sensors, pressure sensors, and cameras. Data received from network-enabled water devices and sensors may be processed at a remote server or a local controller, which may cause corresponding alerts or maintenance requests to be sent to one or more user devices or service providers or may automatically control one or more of the water devices and sensors based on analysis of the data. 1. A system comprising: a water softener system that receives unsoftened water from a water source and that converts the unsoftened water into softened water;', 'a flow meter in fluid communication with an output of the water softener system, the flow meter generating flow rate data; and, 'a water system comprising a gateway device that is coupled to and in electronic communication with the water softener system and the flow meter; and', periodically retrieve the flow rate data from the flow meter;', 'generate a first water usage profile corresponding to a first time period based on the flow rate data, the first water usage profile comprising first water usage statistics derived from a first portion of the flow rate data that is generated during the first time period; and', 'send the first water usage profile to a user device via the gateway device., 'a controller coupled to the gateway device, the controller including a processor and a memory device comprising computer-readable ...

PITCHERS, FILTRATION UNITS, AND FILTRATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

The present invention relates generally to fluid filtration, such as, for example, filtration systems and methods, filtration units, pitchers, and combinations thereof. 1. A filtration system comprising: a lid including a dispenser; and', an open configuration when the pitcher is coupled to a filtration unit; and.', 'a closed configuration when the pitcher is not coupled to a filtration unit; and, 'a base configured to be coupled to the lid such that the base and the lid cooperate to define a container configured to hold fluid, where the base has a valve configured to be in], 'a pitcher comprising a housing configured to cooperate with the pitcher to open the valve;', 'a filtration unit lid;', 'a filter; and', 'a pump configured to be in fluid communication with the filter, and to pump unfiltered fluid from the pitcher through the valve and the filter and into and through the filtration unit lid, into the lid of the pitcher, and through the dispenser., 'a filtration unit configured to be coupled to the pitcher, the filtration unit comprising2. The filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration unit lid further includes a spout in fluid communication with the filter and the spout defines an opening through which fluid can exit the filtration unit lid and enter the lid.3. The filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration unit lid further includes a lid tubing claim 1 , wherein the fluid moves through the filtration unit lid via the lid tubing. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/987,320, filed Mar. 1, 2013, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/987,291, filed May 13, 2013.The present invention relates to fluid filtration, and more particularly, but not by way of limitation, to filtration systems and methods, filtration units, pitchers, and components thereofExamples of filtration systems are disclosed in U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,296,148; 5,643,444; and 6,361,686 and in U.S. Patent ...

MEASURING MAGNETIC DEBRIS BUILDUP IN A MAGNETIC FILTER

A magnetic debris level measuring device for a magnetic filter is disclosed. The magnetic debris level measuring device includes a magnetometer and a temperature sensor. The temperature measured by the temperature sensor is used to calculate a corrected magnetometer reading, which in turn can be used to determine the amount of captured magnetic debris held within the filter. The device has a stored threshold for the corrected magnetometer reading, and when the corrected magnetometer reading crosses the stored threshold a notification is issued that the filter is full. If it is detected that debris continues to be captured after the ‘full’ notification has been issued, the stored threshold will be updated accordingly. 129-. (canceled)30. A captured debris level measuring device for a magnetic filter in a central heating system , the captured debris measuring device comprising:a magnetometer for mounting to the magnetic filter to measure magnetic field strength due to the magnet and any captured magnetic debris;a temperature sensor for mounting to the magnetic filter; anda control unit, the magnetometer and temperature sensor being connected to inputs of the control unit, and output means being provided adapted to issue a notification based on a combination of the magnetometer reading and the temperature sensor reading to provide an indication when the amount of debris captured within the filter exceeds a threshold level.31. The captured debris level measuring device of claim 30 , wherein the control unit is adapted to issue a notification based on a magnetometer reading exceeding or dropping below a stored threshold when the temperature sensor reading is within a predetermined range.32. The captured debris level measuring device of claim 30 , wherein a temperature reading from the temperature sensor is combined with a raw magnetic field strength reading from the magnetometer to derive a corrected magnetic field strength.35. The captured debris level measuring device ...

WATER FILTER PURGE INDICATION

A refrigeration system includes a water circulation system and a replaceable water filter. The refrigerator includes a sensor that determines if a water filter is present, and a user interface that prompts a user to purge a water filter upon installation of a new water filter in the refrigerator. The water filter may include a memory storage device that stores information concerning the allowable life of the water filter, the remaining life of the water filter, and other information. Information concerning the remaining life of the water filter and other information can be displayed or otherwise communicated to a user by the user interface. 1. A method of prompting a purge of a water filter following installation of the water filter in a refrigeration unit of the type having a water circulation system including a replaceable water filter and a user interface capable of generating a signal to a user , the method comprising:providing a refrigerator with a sensor that is capable of determining if a new water filter has been installed in the refrigerator; andcausing the user interface to generate a purge signal indicating that the water filter needs to be purged after installation of the new water filter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the user interface includes a light source; andthe light source illuminates to thereby generate the purge signal indicating that the water filter needs to be purged.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the user interface is caused to generate the purge signal until a predefined amount of water has passed through the water filter following installation of the water filter in the refrigerator.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein:the refrigerator includes a powered valve that opens to permit flow of water through the water filter; and including:determining a water flow rate through the water filter when the powered valve is open;measuring a length of time the powered valve has been open after installation of a water filter;calculating an ...

Method and apparatus for point of use water filtration

An apparatus for water filtration includes a base a filtration receptacle coupled to the base and a carafe removably coupled to the base. The filtration receptacle includes a water inlet and a water outlet. The filtration receptacle includes a pleated filter positioned between the water inlet and the water outlet. The pleated filter has a pleat face characterized by a surface having a plurality of peaks and a plurality of valleys, such that the surface is disposed in a plurality of planes. The filtration receptacle is structurally configured to maintain the pleated filter in an orientation wherein the pleat face of the pleated filter transverses a water-flow path extending from the water inlet to the water outlet. The filtration receptacle is further configured to induce water-flow along the water-flow path by at least one of a receptacle orientation and a receptacle geometry. The carafe includes an inlet coupled to the water outlet in the filtration receptacle.

Water purification cap

A water purification cap for covering a water bottle is provided. The cap may include a barrel and a shell. The shell may surround a first end of the barrel. The cap may include a charging site. The charging site may be integral to the shell. The charging site may include a positive pole, a negative pole and an RGB ring. The RGB ring may insulate between the positive pole and the negative pole. The RGB ring may display colors that indicate a status of the cap. The cap may include a UV-C LED. The UV-C LED may be proximal to a second end of the barrel. The light emitted from the UV-C LED may be UV-C rays. The UV-C rays may be in the range of 100-280 nanometers. The cap may include a touch sensor. When touched, the touch sensor may activate the UV-C LED.

MANIFOLD FOR DOMESTIC WATER PURIFIER SYSTEM WITH SPECIFIC CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

A manifold for domestic water purification systems having flow paths that can be redirected without having to change the physical structure of the manifold or water purification system—a structure to assist with proper installation of specific filter cartridges, a memory reader for processing data relating to the state of the filter cartridges, a hinge system to allow for easier installation/removal of new and replacement filter cartridges, and a flow path structure to assist in adding accessories to the water filtration system without requiring a modification to the manifold structure. 1. A water purification system , comprising:a plurality of filter cartridges;a manifold attachable to a base, said manifold having a top surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface having mating structures for receiving said plurality of filter cartridges, said manifold forming a rotatable shelf including hinges for engaging said base, wherein the rotatable shelf is rotatable relative to said base to rotate the plurality of filter cartridges with respect to said base to facilitate extraction and insertion of each of said plurality of filter cartridges; anda plurality of flow path structures integral with and disposed on said top surface of the manifold forming channels for water to flow between the filter cartridges, the plurality of flow path structures having at least one inlet for water ingress and one outlet for water egress for each of said plurality of filter cartridges, said flow path structures having separate extensions or channel formations for receiving at least one valve for allowing or prohibiting a direct flow of water between at least two filter cartridges, or for redirecting flow to components other said plurality of filter cartridges.2. The water purification system of claim 1 , wherein opening of said at least one valve allows for a direct flow of water between the filter cartridges claim 1 , and wherein closing of said at least one valve prohibits a direct ...

Water center appliance and aio faucet

An example water center appliance configured to incorporate various features associated with a sink is provided. An example water center appliance includes a top section and a bottom section. In one example embodiment, the top section includes a sink basin, a faucet, a water filter assembly, a water inlet connection, and an electricity connection. In one example embodiment, the bottom section includes a first sliding drawer, and a second sliding drawer, wherein the first sliding drawer and the second sliding drawer are shaped to accommodate one or more components of the top section.

STEPPED BASIN SINK

An example sink having a stepped sink basin is provided. The sink includes a front wall, a rear wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. The sink also includes a stepped sink basin that includes a raised portion and a lower basin portion. The raised portion of the basin provides a front ledge extending from the front wall toward the rear wall, and extending between the first and second side walls below a top plane of the sink. The lower portion of the basin extends from a bottom of the rear wall toward the front wall, the lower basin defining a drain. The sink still further includes a surface connecting the front ledge to the lower basin. 1. A sink comprising:a front wall, a rear wall, a first side wall and a second side wall;a raised portion extending from the front wall toward the rear wall, and extending between the first and second side walls below a top plane of the sink;a lower basin extending from a bottom of the rear wall toward the front wall, the lower basin defining a drain; anda connecting surface connecting the front ledge to the lower basin.2. The sink of claim 1 , wherein the raised portion is oriented at an angle with respect to the top plane of the sink.3. The sink of claim 2 , wherein a front edge of the raised portion is higher than a rear edge of the raised portion.4. The sink of claim 1 , wherein the raised portion includes a plurality of raised portion surface features.5. The sink of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of raised portion surface features are oriented parallel to the front wall.6. The sink of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of raised portion surface features are oriented transverse to the front wall.7. The sink of claim 1 , wherein the connecting surface is oriented parallel to the front wall.8. The sink of claim 1 , wherein the connecting surface is oriented at an angle with respect to the front wall.9. The sink of claim 1 , wherein the connecting surface includes a plurality of connecting surface features.10. The sink of ...

WATER FILTER SYSTEM

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. 1. A filter unit comprising:a filtering media;a body portion;an engagement protrusion extending from the body portion and comprising a containment seal, wherein at least one cross section of the engagement protrusion at a location of the containment seal, taken perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the body portion, includes an egg-shaped outer perimeter having a single axis of symmetry, and wherein the containment seal acts as a barrier that prevents filtered water from leaking around the body portion during use;at least one engagement surface traversing around at least part of the body portion, the at least one engagement surface having a linear movement section for linear movement of the body portion, wherein the linear movement section transitions to a rotational movement section for rotational movement of the body portion, wherein the rotational movement section is angled from the linear movement section;a key member proximate the at least one engagement surface; anda water inlet path and a water outlet path extending through a portion of the engagement protrusion defined by the at least one cross section.2. The filter unit of claim 1 , further comprising:a cross-contamination seal configured to keep incoming unfiltered water entering the water inlet path from cross-contaminating with filtered water leaving the water outlet path.3. The filter unit of claim 2 ...

WATER-SOFTENING SYSTEM

A water-softening system includes a filter device including filter units that are provided in at least some of a plurality of supply channels arranged in parallel to supply raw water to a consumption site and that remove at least part of ionic matter contained in supplied raw water by electro-deionization and discharge soft water containing less ionic matter than the raw water, a plurality of supply valves provided in the plurality of supply channels to open or close the supply channels, and a processor connected to the filter device and the plurality of supply valves. The processor determines whether water is supplied to the consumption site and controls at least one of the plurality of supply valves to remain open to maintain a state in which water is allowed to be supplied to the consumption site, when it is determined that no water is supplied to the consumption site. 1. A water-softening system comprising:a filter device including filter units provided in at least some of a plurality of supply channels arranged in parallel to supply raw water to a consumption site, wherein the filter units remove at least part of ionic matter contained in supplied raw water by electro-deionization and discharge soft water containing less ionic matter than the raw water;a plurality of supply valves provided in the plurality of supply channels to open or close the supply channels; anda processor connected to the filter device and the plurality of supply valves,wherein the processor:determines whether water is supplied to the consumption site; andcontrols at least one of the plurality of supply valves to remain open to maintain a state in which water is allowed to be supplied to the consumption site, when it is determined that no water is supplied to the consumption site.2. The water-softening system of claim 1 , wherein the filter units selectively perform any one of a removal mode of removing the ionic matter by electro-deionization through electrodes and a regeneration mode of ...

WATER FILTER PURGE INDICATION

A refrigeration system includes a water circulation system and a replaceable water filter. The refrigerator includes a sensor that determines if a water filter is present, and a user interface that prompts a user to purge a water filter upon installation of a new water filter in the refrigerator. The water filter may include a memory storage device that stores information concerning the allowable life of the water filter, the remaining life of the water filter, and other information. Information concerning the remaining life of the water filter and other information can be displayed or otherwise communicated to a user by the user interface. 1. A method of prompting a purge of a water filter following installation of the water filter in a refrigeration unit of a type having a water circulation system including a replaceable water filter and a user interface capable of generating a signal to a user , the method comprising:providing a refrigerator with a sensor that is capable of determining if a new water filter has been installed in the refrigerator;causing the user interface to generate a purge signal indicating that the water filter needs to be purged after installation of the new water filter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the user interface includes a light source; andthe light source illuminates to thereby generate the purge signal indicating that the water filter needs to be purged.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the user interface is caused to generate the purge signal until a predefined amount of water has passed through the water filter following installation of the water filter in the refrigerator.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein:the refrigerator includes a powered valve that opens to permit flow of water through the water filter; and including:determining a water flow rate through the water filter when the powered valve is open;measuring a length of time the powered valve has been open after installation of a water filter;calculating an amount of ...

Water Filter

A water filter having a housing having a water inlet and a water outlet on a first end, and a pair of replaceable carbon elements contained within the housing, each carbon element having a water inlet near an outside diameter and a water outlet near the center, both the water outlet and water inlet being on a first end of each carbon element and each of the carbon element inlets being in fluid communication with the housing water inlet and each of the carbon element outlets being in fluid communication with the housing water outlet. 1. A water filter comprising:a housing having a water inlet and a water outlet on a first end, anda pair of replaceable carbon elements contained within the housing, each carbon element having a water inlet near an outside diameter and a water outlet near the center, both the water outlet and water inlet being on a first end of each carbon element and each of the carbon element inlets being in fluid communication with the housing water inlet and each of the carbon element outlets being in fluid communication with the housing water outlet.2. The water filter of wherein the replaceable carbon elements are contained in a tray which slides into and out of the housing for ease of replacement.3. The water filter of wherein the carbon element further includes an additive section for holding and adding an additive to the water which passes through the filter.4. The water filter of wherein the additive is selected from the group consisting of vitamins claim 3 , flavors claim 3 , nutraceuticals and electrolytes.5. The water filter of further including a replacement timer carried by a second end of the housing.6. The water filter of wherein the replacement timer contains a timer circuit powered by a battery for measuring a predetermined period of time claim 5 , and further includes an indicator to indicate when the predetermined period of time has elapsed.7. The water filter of wherein the indicator is selected from the group consisting of an LED ...

WATER PURIFIER

A water purifier comprising: a filter unit comprising at least one filter filtering water to generate purified water; a flow rate sensor measuring a flow rate of the water; a concentrated water channel discharging concentrated water, having been filtered by the filter unit; an extraction unit extracting the purified water; a flow rate control valve controlling a flow rate of purified water; an opening and closing degree measurement unit, measuring a degree of opening and closing of the flow rate control valve; a concentrated water ratio calculation unit, calculating a ratio between purified water and concentrated water, according to the degree of opening and closing of the flow rate control valve; and a controller, using the flow rate of water and the calculated ratio between purified water and concentrated water, to calculate amounts of water used, integrating the calculated amounts of water, and calculating a lifespan of the filter. 1. A water purifier comprising:a filter unit comprising at least one filter filtering water flowing into the filter unit to generate purified water;a flow rate sensor measuring a flow rate of the water flowing into the filter unit;a concentrated water channel discharging concentrated water, having been filtered by the filter unit;an extraction unit comprising at least one purified water extraction aperture extracting the purified water;a flow rate control valve controlling a flow rate of purified water flowing into the purified water extraction aperture;an opening and closing degree measurement unit, measuring a degree of opening and closing of the flow rate control valve;a concentrated water ratio calculation unit, calculating a ratio between purified water and concentrated water, having been generated by the filter, according to the degree of opening and closing of the flow rate control valve; anda controller, using the flow rate of water measured by the flow rate sensor and the calculated ratio between purified water and ...

WATER CONTAINER WITH FLOATABLE FILTER SYSTEM

A portable drinking water filter system, such as a pitcher, having a sleeve and a floatable body including a filter opening configured to receive a water filter, the floatable body having a seal extending outward from an outer surface of the floatable body. The floatable body is disposed in a sleeve cavity such that a body seal engages the sidewall and restricts water from passing between the floatable body and the sidewall. The seal is configured to create friction with the sidewall, wherein the friction created when the floatable body rises in the sleeve is different than when the floatable body lowers in the sleeve. The friction created when the floatable body rises in the sleeve is greater than when the floatable body lowers in the sleeve, allowing the floatable body to auto-retract toward a cavity base without burping. 1. A portable drinking water pitcher comprising:a floatable body surrounding a filter opening adapted to receive and engage a replaceable water filter therein, the floatable body having a seal extending outward of an outer surface of the floatable body; anda pitcher having an upper end and a base opposite the upper end, the base and the upper end joined by an outer wall, the pitcher defining a first cavity;a removable sleeve positioned within the pitcher and extending from the upper end to proximate the base of the pitcher, the sleeve defining a second cavity within the pitcher and comprising one or more sidewalls continuously surrounding the second cavity, the sleeve having a top open end and a bottom open end;a spout formed by the one or more sidewalls of the removable sleeve and the outer wall of the pitcher, the spout extending from adjacent the base of the pitcher to adjacent the upper end of the pitcher, the spout defining an exit opening located adjacent the upper end and an inlet opening located adjacent the base, wherein the inlet opening of the spout is in fluid communication with the bottom end of the sleeve and receives water from the ...

FILTER CARTRIDGE PLACEMENT IN FILTER AS YOU POUR SYSTEM

In one example, a fluid container includes a reservoir that includes a reservoir wall. A cover is configured to engage the reservoir, and the cover includes a spout configured and arranged for fluid communication with the reservoir, and the spout is disposed at one end of the cover. The fluid container also includes a filter cage configured to releasably engage the cover in a location near the spout. When the filter cage is engaged with the cover, and the cover is disposed on the reservoir, a small gap is defined between the front of the spout and the front of the filter cage. 1. A fluid container , comprising:a reservoir that includes a reservoir wall;a cover configured to engage the reservoir, and the cover including a spout configured and arranged for fluid communication with the reservoir, wherein the spout is disposed at one end of the cover; anda filter cage configured to releasably engage the cover in a location proximate the spout.2. The fluid container as recited in claim 1 , wherein the fluid container is configured such that claim 1 , during a dispensing operation claim 1 , fluid from the reservoir passes through the filter cage and out through the spout.3. The fluid container as recited in claim 1 , wherein when the filter cage is fully engaged with the cover claim 1 , at least part of the filter cage resides directly below the spout.4. The fluid container as recited in claim 1 , wherein the filter cage is substantially closer to a front wall of the reservoir than to a back wall of the reservoir.5. The fluid container as recited in claim 1 , wherein when the filter cage is fully engaged with the cover claim 1 , a gap is defined between a front edge of the spout and a front edge of the filter cage claim 1 , and the gap has a width that is equal to or less than about 20 mm.6. The fluid container as recited in claim 1 , wherein when the filter cage is fully engaged with the cover claim 1 , a longitudinal axis defined by the filter cage is generally parallel ...

Water Production, Filtration and Dispensing System

A water production system with a thermal separation device that defines a cold region and a hot region, a fluid-air heat exchanger located remotely from the thermal separation device and exposed to air, and a fluid circulation loop that thermally connects the cold region of the thermal separation device to the fluid-air heat exchanger so as to cool the fluid-air heat exchanger and condense water from ambient air to produce water pure enough so that with further treatment it can be made potable. Also disclosed are filtration and dispensing features that are appropriate for a potable water supply. 1. A water production , storage , filtration , and delivery system , comprising:a thermal separation device that defines a cold region and a hot region;a first liquid-based heat exchanger coupled to the cold region of the thermal separation device;a second liquid-based heat exchanger coupled to the hot region of the thermal separation device;a first liquid-air heat exchanger located remotely from the thermal separation device and exposed to air;a first pumped liquid circulation loop that thermally connects the first liquid-based heat exchanger to the first liquid-air heat exchanger so as to cool the first liquid-air heat exchanger and condense water from ambient air;an accumulator tank that receives the condensed water;a water holding tank that stores water;one or more water level sensors that sense an amount of water;a first system water outlet;one or more water filters in a fluid path between the accumulator tank and the water holding tank;one or more water filters in a fluid path between the water holding tank and the first water system outlet;a first water pump with an inlet fluidly coupled to the accumulator tank outlet and the water holding tank, and with an outlet fluidly coupled to the first system water outlet;a water purification process that purifies the water; anda controller that is operatively coupled to the water level sensors and the first pump, where the ...

Replaceable water filter and memory device for appliance

A water filter communication system and method of using the system. A method of periodically reading water filter data associated with a water filter and retained by the water filter that has been positioned in an appliance includes the steps of: installing a water filter into an engaged position in a filter head assembly within an interior of a cabinet of an appliance that includes a water inlet and a water outlet and periodically, based upon and after a user's interaction with the appliance or the water filter, supplying power from the appliance to the filter read-write memory device engaged to the filter housing; transmitting water filter data to the appliance from the filter read-write memory device, which retains filter information.

WATER PURIFIER AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

A water purifier having a small size and compact internal structure and enabling a water discharge part through which water is extracted to be rotated, and a control method of a water purifier. 1. A water purifier comprising:a case including a front cover, side covers provided at lateral sides of the front panel, and a top cover that connects the front cover and the side covers;at least one filter provided in the case and configured to purify a liquid that flows through the case;a rotator configured to rotate within the case;a liquid discharge arm that protrudes from an outer circumferential surface of the rotator and includes a liquid discharge nozzle through which the liquid is discharged; anda control panel provided above the rotator and configured to rotate on the top cover of the case, and configured to receive an input related to the discharge of the liquid through the liquid discharge nozzle, wherein the control panel is configured to rotate in a same direction together with the liquid discharge arm when the liquid discharge arm is rotated,the liquid discharge arm is configured to be horizontally rotatable from a first side cover to a second side cover opposite the first side cover by the rotator, andthe front cover is formed in a semicircular shape, and the rotator is formed in a circular shape so as to rotate along an inner circumference of the front cover such that a uniform distance is maintained between the front cover and the liquid discharge nozzle when the liquid discharge arm is rotated.2. The water purifier according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid discharge arm is configured to be horizontally rotatable through 180 degrees about the front cover of the case.3. The water purifier according to claim 1 , wherein the control panel includes a dispense button and a display.4. The water purifier according to claim 3 , wherein the display is configured to display information related to a mode selected by a user input.5. The water purifier according to claim ...

Water filter with filter cartridge block alerting and alerting method

A water filter with alarm function for indicating blockage of a filter cartridge thereof and an alarm method are provided. The filter main body is provided with a filter cartridge and is arranged with a before-filtering water cavity. A filter upper cover covers the top of the filter main body. The before-filtering water cavity is accommodated with a floating-ball-type indicating apparatus, which comprises a floating ball, a connecting rod and a color scale. The connecting rod is mounted rotatably on an inner surface of the filter upper cover with the aid of a hinge support. The floating ball is arranged at the front end of the connecting rod. The color scale is also arranged on the connecting rod. A transparent visual cover that matches with the color scale is arranged on the upper surface of the filter upper cover.

WATER SOFTENING DEVICE AND METHOD OF OPERATING A WATER SOFTENING DEVICE

A water softening device includes a filter configured to decrease hardness of a first stream of raw water to produce a second stream of water with decreased hardness, a first sensor that measures an electrical property of the first stream, a second sensor that measures an electrical property of the second stream, and optionally, a third sensor that detects a water flow through the filter, wherein the filter includes an ion exchange resin operated in H-mode, and the filter is buffered with at least one salt selected from the group of a potassium salt (K), a sodium salt (Na) and a lithium salt (Li). 114.-. (canceled)15. A water softening device comprising:a. a filter configured to decrease hardness of a first stream of raw water to produce a second stream of water with decreased hardness,b. a first sensor that measures an electrical property of the first stream,c. a second sensor that measures an electrical property of the second stream, andd. optionally, a third sensor that detects a water flow through the filter,wherein{'sup': '+', 'the filter comprises an ion exchange resin operated in H-mode, and'}{'sup': +', '+', '+, 'the filter is buffered with at least one salt selected from the group of a potassium salt (K), a sodium salt (Na) and a lithium salt (Li).'}16. The water softening device according to claim 15 , further comprising at least one of:a. the device comprises a base unit,b. the first sensor, the second sensor and the third sensor are integral parts of the base unit, andc. the filter is configured as exchangeable filter which is detachably connectable to the base unit.17. The water softening device according to claim 15 , further comprising at least one of:a. the base unit and the filter connect via a screw connection,b. the filter comprises an inlet for the first stream and an outlet for the second stream,c. the base unit comprises an inlet line for the first stream and an outlet line for the second stream, andd. the inlet line of the base unit is coupled ...

Water Filter with Electrical Conductivity Meter

A water filter that includes a stand-alone housing, a replaceable filter cartridge core, and an electrical conductivity meter that includes a main body and electrodes. The stand-alone housing includes a base into which the replaceable filter cartridge core is designed to be inserted and a cover designed to close and seal the stand-alone housing. The cover includes an internal chamber designed to contain the electrical conductivity meter, a water inlet pipe and a water outlet pipe. The internal chamber has an outward-facing opening that extends until the outer part of the cover and an inward-facing opening that extends to the water outlet opening. The conductivity meter is designed to be inserted into the internal chamber in a way that its main body may be visible through the outward-facing opening and the electrodes come in contact with water flowing in the water outlet pipe.

APPLIANCE WATER FILTER SYSTEM HAVING MEMORY AND AUTHENTICATION FUNCTIONALITY

A water filter system for an appliance includes a filter head assembly, a first appliance control unit positioned proximate the filter head assembly and a water filter having a memory storage unit. The water filter is selectively placed in communication with the first appliance control unit to define a filter use state. The filter use state is further defined by a first potential fluid-flow rate through the water filter and a predetermined lifetime fluid filtration amount. A data transfer mechanism defines a second data-transfer protocol between the memory storage unit and the first appliance control unit when an actual fluid filtration amount of the water filter reaches the predetermined lifetime fluid filtration amount. The second data transfer protocol defines a notification state defined by a second potential fluid flow rate, the second potential fluid flow rate being less than the first potential fluid flow rate. 1. A refrigeration appliance water filter comprising:a housing having filter media therein;a memory device disposed within or on the housing and wherein the memory device includes an initial startup protocol, a subsequent data transfer protocol, and a non-authentication protocol stored therein and wherein the initial startup protocol comprises encrypted instruction used to authenticate the refrigeration appliance water filter when the refrigeration appliance water filter is engaged with a filter head assembly of a refrigeration appliance.2. The refrigeration appliance water filter of claim 1 , wherein the encrypted instructions are transmitted to a microprocessor based control within the refrigeration appliance using a wireless signal exchanged between the memory device and the microprocessor based control within the refrigeration appliance and wherein the initial startup protocol authenticates the refrigeration appliance water filter as a licensed and/or compatible water filter that remains effective at filtering water.3. The refrigeration appliance ...

WATER FILTER PITCHER WITH SENSING CAPABILITIES

A water pitcher with sensing capabilities is provided. The water pitcher includes at least a container adapted or otherwise shaped for retaining water therein, and a cover adapted to cover at least a portion of the container. The water pitcher further includes an indication assembly attached to the container and/or the cover. The indication assembly includes at least a sensor for detecting movement of contents within the water pitcher and/or movement of the pitcher upon expiration of a filter within the pitcher. Upon detecting movement of the pitcher, the sensor is configured to activate an indicator (e.g., an LED) for notifying a user of the expired filter and/or movement of the pitcher during the expiration period of the filter. 1. A pitcher comprising:a container;a cover adapted to cover at least a portion of the container;a filter having an expiration period and configured for filtering contents of the container;an indication assembly attached to the container or the cover, wherein the indication assembly includes a sensor configured to detect a movement of the pitcher upon expiry of the filter.2. The pitcher of claim 1 , further comprising:an indicator in communication with the sensor, and wherein upon expiry of the filter the sensor detects the movement of the pitcher and activates the indicator to notify a user of the expired filter or movement of the pitcher.3. The pitcher of claim 2 , wherein the indicator includes a light emitting diode.4. The pitcher of claim 1 , further comprising:a display in communication with the indication assembly and configured to display information associated with the expired filter or detected movement.5. The pitcher of claim 5 , wherein the display is attached to the cover such that a user is notified via the display about the expired filter or the detected movement upon expiry of the filter.6. The pitcher of claim 1 , wherein the filter is arranged in the pitcher such that the filter engages the contents of the pitcher during ...

Faucet mounted water filter

A faucet mounted water filter (10) is described, comprising an upstanding water inlet (26), at a first end of the filter (10) which is attachable to a water faucet, a first water outlet (30) that is downwardly directed at such first end, a second water outlet (32) at the second end of the filter (10) for discharging filtered water, a filter cartridge seat (83) disposed at the second end of the filter (10), a releasable filter cartridge (40) in the form of a cylindrical shell having a side wall (44) that defines a chamber therein, a filter element (46) disposed within the filter cartridge (40), a latch assembly (90) for demountably securing the filter cartridge (40) in the cartridge seat (83) , and a valve handle (210) for selectively permitting the flow of water through the first water outlet (30) or the filter cartridge (40).

System and method for treating groundwater

A method and apparatus for removing fluorinated hydrocarbons and/or perchlorate species from groundwater which can utilize ion exchange media comprising a hydrophobic polymeric matrix. Fluorinated hydrocarbons can be reduced to a parts per trillion level and perchlorate to a low parts per billion level, rendering the groundwater suitable for consumption as drinking water under regulatory standards.

WATER SOFTENER SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME

A water softener system includes a brine tank, an ion-exchange resin and a softener control valve fluidly coupling the brine tank and the ion-exchange resin. The softener control valve has an inlet configured to receive a flow of feed-water and an outlet configured to deliver a flow of product water. A flow meter is configured to monitor a flow rate of water to or from the control valve, and a sensor is arranged upstream of the inlet of the softener control valve to measure a fluid property of the flow of feed-water. A controller is configured to calculate an available exchange capacity of the ion-exchange resin using flow rate data from the flow meter and a hardness value of the feed-water, which the controller calculates using a fluid property value from the sensor and a predetermined coefficient. The controller is also configured to initiate a regeneration of the ion-exchange resin using the brine tank and the softener control valve, and to update the predetermined coefficient based at least partially on the calculated available exchange capacity upon initiating the regeneration. 1. A method of operating a water softener system , comprising:passing feed-water received into the water softener system through an ion-exchange resin to produce product water;determining a hardness indication value of the product water;monitoring a cumulative amount of water that has been passed through the ion-exchange resin since a last regeneration of the ion-exchange resin;calculating an available exchange capacity of the ion-exchange resin based at least in part on the cumulative amount of water; andregenerating the ion-exchange resin when either of a first criterion and a second criterion is met, wherein the first criterion is met when the hardness indication value of the product water exceeds a predetermined limit and wherein the second criterion is met when the available exchange capacity is less than a predetermined reserve capacity.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

자동차용 유체 필터 어셈블리(Fluid filter assembly for vehicles)

본 발명인 유체를 필터링하기 위한 스냅-공동 모든 플라스틱 필터 어셈블리(20)는 폐쇄 베이스(36) 및 개방대향 단부(35)를 가지고 필터링 부재(23)를 수용하는 공동내부를 한정하는 실린더형 사출성형 플라스틱 외부셀(21)과 통합사출성형 플라스틱 단부판/중심튜브 부재(22)를 포함한다. 외부셀은 폐쇄베이스와 통합되고 외부셀의 개방단부쪽으로 뻗는 한쌍의 집중 실린더형 내부 고리형벽(28a,29a)으로 압출성형된다. 공동내부를 가진 필터링 부재는 두 개의 집중 고리형벽(29a)의 가장 바깥쪽내의 하부에 적합하며 단부판/중심튜브 부재의 중심 튜브는 필터링 부재의 중심을 통해 뻗으며 두 개의 집중 고리형벽의 가장 바깥쪽내에 배치된 스냅-피트 포켓(28b,28c)에 적절한 위치에 삽입된다.

Structure of controlling water ionizer

본 발명은 이온수 생성기의 제어구조에 관한 것으로, 이온수 생성기의 작동을 위해 데이터 또는 명령신호를 입력하는 입력부, 상기 입력부에 의해 입력된 데이터 또는 명령신호를 자체 내장된 프로그램을 이용하여 연산 처리하는 처리부, 및 상기 처리부에 의해 산출된 최종 결과치를 해당 각 구성요소로 인가하는 출력부로 구성된 제어장치를 이용한 이온수 생성기의 제어구조를 제공한다. 이와 같이 구성되는 본 발명에 따른 이온수 생성기의 제어구조는 이온수 추출을 위한 작동상의 제어가 용이할 뿐 아니라, 최적의 조건으로 이온수 레벨을 제어할 수 있으며, 유량센서에 의해 원수 부족이 검지되어 이온수 생성기의 작동이 중지되더라도 효과적인 디스플레이 또는 소리출력을 통해 작동 중단의 원인을 사용자가 알 수 있도록 하여 시용상의 편의를 도모하게 된다.

Simple water purifier for water supply

A simple type water purifier for water supply is provided to prevent scale and external particles from adhering onto an inside of a filter, thereby significantly extending the lifetime of the filter. A bypass tube(P3) is connected to a treated water discharging tube(P5) from a pretreated water discharging tube(P2), which is formed at an outlet side of a pretreatment filter(2). An exhaust tube(P10) of an air compressor(6) is connected to a concentrated water circulating tube(P7) so that cleaning air is supplied to the pretreatment filter to clean the pretreatment filter. A circulating tube(P11) is connected to a concentrated water discharging tube(P6) from the outlet side of the pretreatment filter so as to discharge the cleaning air supplied to the pretreatment filter. An exhaust tube of a chlorine input unit(7) is connected to a raw water inflow tube(P1) so that chlorine is supplied to the pretreatment filter and a membrane filter(4) to chlorinate the pretreatment filter and the membrane filter. A chlorine absorption tube(P12) is diverged from the circulating tube and connected to the chlorine input unit so that the chlorine used in a chlorinating process is collected.

Water treatment system and method for installation for washing wheels

FIELD: water treatment; car maintenance. SUBSTANCE: group of inventions relates to the field of water treatment. The system contains a wheel washing unit that uses water to clean the wheels of vehicles during operation, and a water treatment unit associated with a wheel washing unit made with the possibility of removing contamination from contaminated water released from the wheel washing unit. The water treatment plant contains a flocculation chamber made with the possibility of removing contamination from contaminated water by flocculation and having a water outlet, a flocculation powder control device connected to a flocculation chamber for supplying a controlled amount of flocculation powder to the flocculation chamber, a filtration tank connected to the flocculation chamber and made with the possibility of filtering a mixture of flocculation powder with contaminated water released through a water outlet, and a drain unit, connected to the filtration tank and made with the possibility of releasing water filtered by the filtration tank. The system is additionally designed with the ability to control the functioning of the flocculation chamber and control the opening and closing of valves installed with the ability to control flows inside the system. The water treatment method contains steps in which the wheels of vehicles are cleaned by means of water in the wheel washing unit, dirt is removed from the contaminated water released from the wheel washing unit by means of a water treatment unit that is connected to the wheel washing unit. Removal of contaminants from contaminated water contains steps in which pollutants are removed from contaminated water by flocculation by means of a flocculation chamber containing a water outlet, a controlled amount of flocculation powder is fed into the flocculation chamber by means of a flocculation powder control device connected to the flocculation chamber, flocculation powder fed into the flocculation chamber is mixed with ...

Single-use long-life faucet-mounted water filtration devices

Single-use long-life faucet mounted water filtration devices are disclosed. A bathroom water filtration device having two outlets for filtered water is disclosed. Additionally, a fountain head is included for use in the bathroom water filtration device. The water filtration device is of unibody construction formed by ultrasonically welding certain parts thereof together. Since the devices disclosed are disposable, no filter replacement or other maintenance is performed. A gate, magnet, sensor and electronics provide an indication of filter performance enabling disposal of the water filtration device and installation of a new device. A kitchen water filtration device is larger than the bathroom device. Both the kitchen and bathroom water filtration devices are small and are mounted behind the faucet connection so as to facilitate full utilization of the sink or wash basin.

Water treatment system

A water treatment system having an inlet for receiving water to be treated and a manifold that defines a pair of fluid streams communicating with the inlet. A valve module carried by the manifold controls the communication of water at the inlet with treatment cartridges and with a common outlet. The valve module includes a valve member that is movable between two positions such that, in one position, the valve member communicates each fluid stream with an associated cartridge and, in a second position, communicates the inlet with the common outlet and bypasses the cartridges. A remotely mounted cartridge depletion indicator is provided that includes a linkage that is magnetically coupled to a stem assembly located within a flow metering mechanism. Movement in the internal stem assembly is transferred via the magnetically coupled external linkage to a cartridge depletion indicator visible to the operator.

Filter unit

A filter unit includes a body portion having a proximal end and a distal end and a shoulder disposed therebetween. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a sidewall with a water inlet and an engagement wall with a water outlet. A cross-section of the engagement protrusion taken orthogonal to the longitudinal extent of the filter unit has only one axis of symmetry. A first engagement surface traverses approximately one-quarter of an outside circumference of the body portion. A second engagement surface traverses approximately one-quarter of an outside circumference of the body portion opposite the first engagement surface. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion proximate the shoulder. An electronic device is positioned on the body portion adapted to store usage information relating to the capacity and usage of the filter unit.

Water filter system with an electronic interface and method of installing a filter unit

A water filter system includes a filter unit having a body portion adapted to be rotatingly received into a filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and is adapted for reception in a complementary receiver in the filter head assembly. An electronic device is disposed on the filter unit having a memory storage unit. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface. The laterally extending key member is adapted to reposition an interference member from an interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly to a non-interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly.

Electronic interface for water filter system

A water filter system includes a filter unit having a body portion adapted to be rotatingly received into a filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and is adapted for reception in a complementary receiver in the filter head assembly. An electronic device is disposed on the filter unit having a memory storage unit. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface. The laterally extending key member is adapted to reposition an interference member from an interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly to a non-interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly.

Water filter system

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature.

Device for processing water

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Aufbereitung von Wasser mit einem Wassersammelraum und einer Filterpatrone sowie einer Zähleinrichtung zur Anzeige eines erforderlichen Wechsels der Filterpatrone. Die Zähleinrichtung ist mittels einer drahtlosen Verbindung mit einem tragbaren Computer verbunden. The invention relates to a device for the treatment of water with a water collection chamber and a filter cartridge and a counter for indicating a required change of the filter cartridge. The counter is connected to a portable computer by means of a wireless connection.

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators for pools and spas are provided. A controller communicates with a processor positioned within a replaceable cell cartridge of a chlorinator, to allow for remote control and diagnosis of the chlorinator and/or cell cartridge. The cell cartridge stores, in non-volatile memory on board the cartridge, one or more parameters associated with the cartridge. The controller can obtain this information from the processor of the cell cartridge, and can use same to configure operation of the chlorinator. Information relating to remaining cell life can be updated by the controller and stored in the non-volatile memory of the cell cartridge. Electrical and software-based mechanisms are provided for ensuring operation of only compatible cell cartridges with the chlorinator. A system for remotely diagnosing errors associated with the chlorinator is also provided.

System for detecting a liquid and a water filter assembly

A system for detecting a liquid, such as liquid water, is provided. The system includes an RFID tag and an absorbent material positioned over the RFID tag. The system also includes features for hindering or preventing compression of the absorbent material and/or for spacing the RFID tag from the absorbent material. A water filter assembly with features for detecting water leaks is also provided.

Water filter cartridge assembly, method of replacing water filter cartridge, and refrigerator

一种用于流体过滤的水过滤筒组件，其通常可以通过推动致动释放来附接到电器的电器水过滤歧管组件和从其移除。水过滤筒组件具有过滤器壳体以及从其延伸的进入端口和离开端口。进入端口和离开端口中的每个通常包括具有变化径向直径的端口部分。水过滤筒组件还包括连接组件，其被构造为在连接组件与电器的控制器之间建立电连接。所述进入端口和离开端口两者具有用于流体通过的至少一个孔，使得该至少一个孔中的每个在背离连接组件的方向上暴露。

Monitoring and performance management system for a network of smart filtering containers

System that monitors and manages a network of smart filtering containers, such as water pitchers with integrated sensors. Measurements are collected from the containers and forwarded to a centralized system, such as an Internet server; data may be analyzed to determine performance modifications or recommendations for selected containers. Centralizing the data enables discovery of patterns and correlations across containers; for example, abnormal measurements from multiple pitchers in an area may suggest contamination of the area's water supply. The centralized system may automatically update settings of containers to optimize their performance. It may send messages to users suggesting different usage patterns or configurations. It may automatically order components such as replacement filters or upgrades. A water testing capability may also be provided; users may be sent water test strips that can be imaged using an associated mobile device app, and results may be forwarded to the central database for analysis.

Filtering and quality monitoring of liquid in real-time

Different aspects of the invention refer to an environmentally friendly filter which minimizes the use of plastics, or other non-environmentally friendly materials, by providing a filter configured for housing a removably attachable filter capsule, enabling only the filter capsule to be replaced once its lifetime is over, the filter capsule itself not comprising any plastic, silicone or metal or glue. The filter is configured to minimize the amount of space occupied, maximise its durability in order to minimize the unnecessary jettisoning of plastic, whilst providing filtered and unfiltered water in a comfortable manner for the user. The various advantageous features of the filter promote the accelerated adoption of this environmentally friendly solution by the wider population, and the corresponding minimized usage of plastic bottles.

Fluid treatment management system

The present invention provides a method of managing operation of a point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement for providing treated fluid to at least one end user. The point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement comprises a fluid supply source provided by an operator, at least one fluid outlet for providing fluid to an end user, in which the at least one fluid outlet is in fluid communication with and spaced downstream from a point of supply of the fluid supply source, at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device located at or adjacent a corresponding fluid outlet, and at least one communication unit.

Self-contained water filtration system and method of using the same

A water filtration housing containing a pressure vessel configured to receive a water filter cartridge; a ring enclosure attachable to an open, top end of the housing enclosure; an interface tower including a user interface; a lid assembly removably attachable to the ring enclosure, the lid assembly including (i) a pressure cap and gasket for maintaining a given pressure in said pressure vessel and (ii) a rotatable lever for disengaging the pressure cap from the pressure vessel thereby releasing pressure therein. A mating system between the lid assembly and ring enclosure prevents the lid assembly from being attached to the ring enclosure in a misaligned fashion. RFID technology may be used for identifying the water filter cartridge installed therein and wireless communication technology (e.g., Wi-Fi) to transmit collected system data (e.g., water usage) to a central location for analysis such that the customer is provided with, for example, operational suggestions.

Self-contained water filtration system including wireless communication and filter verification and method of using the same

A water filtration housing containing a pressure vessel configured to receive a water filter cartridge; a ring enclosure attachable to an open, top end of the housing enclosure; an interface tower including a user interface; a lid assembly removably attachable to the ring enclosure, the lid assembly including (i) a pressure cap and gasket for maintaining a given pressure in said pressure vessel and (ii) a rotatable lever for disengaging the pressure cap from the pressure vessel thereby releasing pressure therein. A mating system between the lid assembly and ring enclosure prevents the lid assembly from being attached to the ring enclosure in a misaligned fashion. RFID technology may be used for identifying the water filter cartridge installed therein and wireless communication technology (e.g., Wi-Fi) to transmit collected system data (e.g., water usage) to a central location for analysis such that the customer is provided with, for example, operational suggestions.

Internet of Things Water Purification System

一種物聯網淨水系統，包括多個淨水裝置及雲端管理裝置，淨水裝置包括至少一濾芯、至少一水箱、至少一濾芯感應單元、至少一水量感應單元及一淨水端無線傳輸單元，水量感應單元是對應設置在各水箱，並供量測目前各水箱的飲用水的儲存量以分別產生一水量信息，濾芯感應單元是分別對應設置在各濾芯，並供量測濾芯過濾自來水前、後的水質以產生一水質信息，雲端管理裝置包括一雲端無線傳輸單元及一雲端處理單元，雲端處理單元是依據水量信息判斷對應的飲用水的儲存量，以及依據水質信息判斷對應的濾芯目前的使用壽命。

Water purifier

The present invention relates to a water purifier capable of being loaded with a plurality of kinds of filter cartridges, and provided with a display adapted to show the kind of filter cartridge, a user being able to easily ascertain the kind of the water-purifying cartridge in use. The water purifier according to the present invention is preferably provided with a power source for use in displaying the kind of filter cartridge, and a display for showing thereon the power source replacement time, so that this water purifier works to easily notify a user of filter cartridge and power source replacement time.

Home water purification system with automatic disconnecting of radiant energy source

A point of use water purification system for home use is provided comprising a carbon block filter housed in a self-contained disposable pressure vessel for removing particulates and organic contaminants from water. The filter is provided with a pore-size distribution, a binder and a flow path which optimizes filtration performance and enhances microbiological kill rates obtained in a source of radiant energy which is used to kill microorganisms in the filtered water. The source of radiant energy comprises an ultraviolet discharge lamp having an elongate central axis and a diverter for providing a spiral plug flow of water about the discharge lamp. A flow regulator adjusts flow through the system for varying line pressure conditions to ensure adequate exposure of microorganisms to ultraviolet energy. A lamp control circuit conserves power and optimizes ultraviolet output. A diagnostic system includes a filter monitor which provides an automatic indication to the user when the filter has reached its end of life. The diagnostic system includes a radiation source monitor which provides an automatic indication to the user when the UV discharge bulb has malfunctioned. A filter quick-disconnect, a radiation source quick-disconnect and associated power safety interlocks protect the user and facilitate the safe and easy replacement of the disposable filter cartridge and ultraviolet discharge bulb.

Water filter cartridge replacement system for a refrigerator

A water filtering system for a refrigerator determines a need for a filter change by timing the period of actuation of at least one valve used to regulate the flow of filtered water to both a water dispenser and an ice maker. Based on a known flow rate, a volume of filtered water associated with the duration of valve actuation is calculated. A summing device determines an accumulated, filtered water volume. When the accumulated, filtered water volume reaches or exceeds a threshold value, an indicator is used to signal that the water filter needs to be replaced. As water filtering system of the invention is capable of being operated without a water filter in place, a switch assembly is incorporated to sense the presence of the water filter and the system only senses the valve actuation time when the filter is in place. In addition, provisions are made to reset the accumulated, filtered water volume upon replacement of the water filter.

Water treatment system

一种水处理系统，具有用于接收待处理的水的入口和限定与入口连通的一对流体流的歧管。由歧管承载的阀模块控制入口处的水与处理筒和与公共出口的连通。阀模块包括可在两个位置之间移动的阀部件，使得在一个位置，阀部件使各流体流与相关联的筒连通，且在第二位置，使入口与公共出口连通并绕过筒。提供了远程安装的筒消耗指示件，其包括磁性地联接到位于流量计量机构内的杆组件上的连杆。内部杆组件的移动经由磁性地联接的外部连杆而传递至操作者可见的筒消耗指示件。

Water treatment system

A water treatment system having an inlet for receiving water to be treated and a manifold that defines a pair of fluid streams communicating with the inlet. A valve module carried by the manifold controls the communication of water at the inlet with treatment cartridges and with a common outlet. The valve module includes a valve member that is movable between two positions such that, in one position, the valve member communicates each fluid stream with an associated cartridge and, in a second position, communicates the inlet with the common outlet and bypasses the cartridges. A remotely mounted cartridge depletion indicator is provided that includes a linkage that is magnetically coupled to a stem assembly located within a flow metering mechanism. Movement in the internal stem assembly is transferred via the magnetically coupled external linkage to a cartridge depletion indicator visible to the operator.

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators

Systems and methods for controlling chlorinators for pools and spas are provided. A controller communicates with a processor positioned within a replaceable cell cartridge of a chlorinator, to allow for remote control and diagnosis of the chlorinator and/or cell cartridge. The cell cartridge stores, in non-volatile memory on board the cartridge, one or more parameters associated with the cartridge. The controller can obtain this information from the processor of the cell cartridge, and can use same to configure operation of the chlorinator. Information relating to remaining cell life can be updated by the controller and stored in the non-volatile memory of the cell cartridge. Electrical and software-based mechanisms are provided for ensuring operation of only compatible cell cartridges with the chlorinator. A system for remotely diagnosing errors associated with the chlorinator is also provided.

Water filter system with an electronic interface and method of installing a filter unit

A water filter system includes a filter unit having a body portion adapted to be rotatingly received into a filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and is adapted for reception in a complementary receiver in the filter head assembly. An electronic device is disposed on the filter unit having a memory storage unit. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface. The laterally extending key member is adapted to reposition an interference member from an interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly to a non-interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly.

Water filter system

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature.

Water filter system

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature.

Electronic interface for water filtration system

A water filter includes a filter unit having a body portion adapted to be rotatingly received into a filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the body portion and is adapted for reception in a complementary receiver in the filter head assembly. An electronic device is disposed on the filter unit having a memory storage unit. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface. The laterally extending key member is adapted to reposition an interference member from an interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly to a non-interference position, whereby the body portion can be fully inserted into the filter head assembly.

Water filter system

A filter unit includes a body portion and an engagement protrusion that extends from the body portion with a first water containment seal. At least one cross-section of the engagement protrusion at a location of the first water containment seal, taken perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the body portion, includes an egg-shaped outer perimeter with a single axis of symmetry. At least one engagement surface traverses around at least part of the body portion. The at least one engagement surface has a linear movement section for linear movement of the body portion. The linear movement section transitions to a rotational movement section for rotational movement of the body portion. The rotational movement section is angled relative to the linear movement section. A water inlet path and a water outlet path extend through a portion of the engagement protrusion defined by the at least one cross-section.

Water filter system

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature.

Filter unit

A filter unit includes a body portion having a proximal end and a distal end. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that has a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. A protruding retention surface is disposed on and extends radially outward from the body portion. The protruding retention surface is adapted to secure the filter unit in a filter head assembly.

Water filter system

A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature.

Filter unit

A filter unit includes a substantially cylindrical body portion having a proximal end and a distal end. First and second recessed engagement surfaces traverse at least part of the body portion. The first and second engagement surfaces include a first segment that extends substantially parallel with the longitudinal extent of the body portion. A second segment extends at an angle between 50 degrees and 60 degrees from the direction of the first segment. A third segment extends substantially orthogonal to the first segment. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion between the first recessed engagement surface and the second recessed engagement surface. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end and has a sidewall with a water inlet and a concave engagement wall with a water outlet. The engagement wall includes a first portion that angles inward to the water outlet at a first angle. A second portion angles inward to the water outlet at a second angle different than the first angle. A periphery of the engagement wall at the first portion includes a first radius of curvature. The periphery of the engagement wall at the second portion includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. First and second seals are disposed about the sidewall. The water inlet is disposed between the first and second seals.

Filter status techniques adapted for use with a container based filtration device

A filter status module for use with a container based filtration device includes a dispensing sensor and a user interface communicatively coupled to a processing unit. The processing unit counts a number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt signaled by the dispensing sensor and outputs a filter status on the user interface as a function of the number of dispensing events, duration and/or angle of tilt. The processing unit may further track an elapsed period of time from insertion of a new filter and output the filter status as a further function of the elapsed period of time.

System for detecting a liquid and a water filter assembly

A system for detecting a liquid, such as liquid water, is provided. The system includes an RFID tag spaced apart from a liquid collection location. The system also includes features for wicking or otherwise transferring liquid from the liquid collection location to the RFID tag. A water filter assembly with features for detecting water leaks is also provided.

Push filter with floating key lock

A water filter cartridge assembly for fluid filtration which may be attached to, and removed from an appliance water filter manifold assembly of an appliance, typically by a push-actuated release. The water filter cartridge assembly has a filter housing, and an ingress port and egress port extending therefrom. Each of the ingress port and the egress port typically comprise a port portion having a varying radial diameter. The water filter cartridge assembly further comprises a connection assembly that is structured to establish an electrical connection between the connection assembly and a controller of the appliance. Both of said ingress and egress port have at least one aperture for the passage of fluid therethrough such that each of the at least one aperture is exposed in a direction facing away from the connection assembly.

Controlling and managing method for implant system for purification of water for alimentary use

Water purification cartridge and water purification device of jug type

FIELD: machine engineering. SUBSTANCE: device of jug type contains a body in the form of a jug, including a cylindrical body part, having a bottom and a wall to divide the inner space of the body part, jug lid, covering the open upper end of the jug body in a liquid-tight way, and cartridge for water purification, removably attachable to the open part for the fixing in the wall. The body part is formed in the shape, at which the upper edge of the cross section has an approximately circular shape, and the bottom has a rectangular shape. The water purification cartridge contains the material for the water purification, intended for the water treatment, a body element of cylindrical form, wherein the material for water purification is located. The discharging outlet for the purified water is formed at the bottom of the body element , and the upper edge of the body element is opened. The intake openings for receiving the water to be treated are formed in the upper part of the body element side wall in the water purification cartridge. EFFECT: efficiency increase of the cartridge filling with water purification material, convenience of storage. 12 cl, 20 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 618 826 C2 (51) МПК C02F 1/28 (2006.01) B01D 27/02 (2006.01) B01D 35/143 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ 2013140171, 09.02.2012 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 09.02.2012 Дата регистрации: Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2241522 С2, 10.12.2004. RU 2011-026234; 2011-026235; 2011-026236; 2011-026237 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 20.03.2015 Бюл. № 8 (45) Опубликовано: 11.05.2017 Бюл. № 14 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 09.09.2013 10711 U1, 16.08.1999. RU 2076846 С1, 10.04.1997. ЕА 004021 В1, 25.12.2003. JP 3155684 U, 26.11.2009. RU 225 U1, 16.01.1995. RU ...

Disposable long-life faucet-mounted water filtration devices

公开了一种一次性使用的安装在水龙头上的水过滤装置(100)。还公开了具有两个水出口(106，107)的浴室用水过滤装置。另外，为了在浴室用水过滤装置中使用，还包括有喷水头(119)。该水过滤装置具有通过将其一些零部件超声波焊接在一起而形成的单体式结构。由于所公开的装置是用即弃的，因此不需要进行过滤器的更换或其它维护工作。闸门(118)、磁铁(117)、传感器(135)和电子装置(112)提供了针对可丢弃水过滤装置并安装一个新装置的过滤器性能的指示。厨房用水过滤装置比浴室用装置更大一些。用于厨房和浴室的水过滤装置都是小型的，并且安装在水龙头连接器之后，从而有利于充分地利用水槽或盥洗池。

Apparatus for Reducing Condensed Water Discharge of Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier

본 발명은 역삼투 정수기의 농축수 배출 저감장치에 관한 것으로, 역삼투 멤브레인 필터를 포함하는 정수기에 있어서, 상기 역삼투 멤브레인 필터의 하부에서 분기된 배출라인상에 설치되며 농축수가 상기 역삼투 멤브레인 필터를 강제로 통과할 수 있는 수압을 유지하도록 미리 정해진 유량만 배출시키도록 된 배출밸브, 이 배출밸브 전방의 배출라인에서 분기되어 상기 배출밸브 후방의 배출라인으로 연결되는 급속배출라인, 이 급속배출라인상에 설치되어 개폐여부에 따라 농축수의 흐름을 완전차단 또는 일시에 배출하도록 된 개폐밸브, 이 개폐밸브의 개방 및 폐쇄 여부를 제어하도록 된 제어부로 이루어져, 높은 회수율을 갖는 상기 배출밸브를 통해 농축수의 배출량을 최소화하는 한편, 상기 역삼투 멤브레인 필터 내의 오염물질은 간헐적인 개폐밸브의 개방을 통해 세척하여 외부로 배출할 수 있도록 된 것이다. The present invention relates to a concentrated water discharge reducing device of a reverse osmosis water purifier, wherein, in a water purifier including a reverse osmosis membrane filter, the concentrated water is installed on a discharge line branched from a lower portion of the reverse osmosis membrane filter. A discharge valve configured to discharge only a predetermined flow rate so as to maintain a water pressure that can be forced to pass through, a rapid discharge line branched from a discharge line in front of the discharge valve and connected to a discharge line behind the discharge valve, the rapid discharge line It is installed on the valve to control the opening and closing of the opening and closing valves, the on-off valve to discharge the flow of concentrated water completely or temporarily according to the opening and closing, the concentrated through the discharge valve having a high recovery rate While minimizing water emissions, contaminants in the reverse osmosis membrane filter are intermittent It is the to be washed through the opening of the valve to be discharged to the outside. 역삼투압, 정수기, 농축수, 정수수, 배출저감, 회수율 Reverse osmosis, water purifier, concentrated water, purified water, emission reduction, recovery rate

WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2020 123 395 A (51) МПК C02F 9/08 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2020123395, 17.12.2018 (71) Заявитель(и): ПЕПСИКО, ИНК. (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 21.12.2017 US 15/851,097 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 21.07.2020 R U (43) Дата публикации заявки: 21.01.2022 Бюл. № 3 (72) Автор(ы): ШАРМА, Викас Кумар (US), ВЕНКАТАРАМАН, Шрирам (US) (86) Заявка PCT: (87) Публикация заявки PCT: WO 2019/126053 (27.06.2019) R U (54) СИСТЕМА ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ВОДЫ (57) Формула изобретения 1. Фильтр для воды, содержащий: корпус, включающий в себя штуцер подвода воды для приема воды и штуцер отвода воды для подачи воды, причем штуцер подвода воды присоединен по текучей среде к штуцеру отвода воды; первую пористую среду, содержащую фильтр с активированным углем, выполненный с возможностью удаления из воды органических и неорганических соединений, причем первая пористая среда соединена по текучей среде со штуцером подвода воды и расположена внутри корпуса; вторую пористую среду, содержащую мембрану, выполненную с возможностью удаления из воды микробных организмов, причем вторая пористая среда соединена по текучей среде со штуцером подвода воды и расположена внутри корпуса; третью пористую среду, содержащую ионообменную смолу, выполненную с возможностью регулирования уровня растворенных в воде минеральных веществ, причем третья пористая среда соединена по текучей среде со штуцером подвода воды и расположена внутри корпуса; и четвертую пористую среду, выполненную с возможностью улучшения вкуса воды, причем четвертая пористая среда соединена по текучей среде со штуцером подвода воды и расположена внутри корпуса, при этом корпус выполнен с возможностью направления воды от штуцера подачи Стр.: 1 A 2 0 2 0 1 2 3 3 9 5 A Адрес для переписки: 121069, Москва, ул. Хлебный пер, 19Б, пом. 1, ООО "ПЕТОШЕВИЧ" 2 0 2 0 1 2 3 3 9 5 US 2018/066034 ( ...

Water purifier

本发明提供一种水龙头直接连接型净水器，其具有水车(122)、水车支承构件(123)、磁铁(121)、根据磁铁旋转而开闭的磁性开关、传递信号的控制部以及过滤材料，水车设在比构成过滤材料的多根空心丝膜束更靠下游侧的净水送水路中并由于净水的流过而旋转，水车在与送水方向平行设置的圆柱形旋转轴(131)上具有两叶片(132、133)，在旋转轴的一端设置插入支承构件的轴孔(134)，在另一端设置磁铁安装孔(135)，在净水送水路的下游侧具有可通水的水车支承构件(123)，其一体具有插入水车的旋转轴孔中的轴(126)，并在不与净水送水路一体形成的情况下支承水车使之可旋转，磁铁(121)插入在磁铁安装孔内并由树脂密封。

Patent RU2020123395A3

ВИ“? 2020123395” АЗ Дата публикации: 18.04.2022 Форма № 18 ИЗПМ-2011 Федеральная служба по интеллектуальной собственности Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение ж 5 «Федеральный институт промышленной собственности» (ФИПС) ОТЧЕТ О ПОИСКЕ 1. . ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЗАЯВКИ Регистрационный номер Дата подачи 2020123395/05(040349) 17.12.2018 РСТ/О$2018/066034 17.12.2018 Приоритет установлен по дате: [ ] подачи заявки [ ] поступления дополнительных материалов от к ранее поданной заявке № [ ] приоритета по первоначальной заявке № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи первоначальной заявки № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи ранее поданной заявки № [Х] подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) в государстве-участнике Парижской конвенции (31) Номер первой(ых) заявки(ок) (32) Дата подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) (33) Код страны 1. 15/851,097 21.12.2017 05 Название изобретения (полезной модели): [Х] - как заявлено; [ ] - уточненное (см. Примечания) СИСТЕМА ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ВОДЫ Заявитель: ПЕИПСИКО, ИНК., 05 2. ЕДИНСТВО ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ [Х] соблюдено [ ] не соблюдено. Пояснения: см. Примечания 3. ФОРМУЛА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ: [Х] приняты во внимание все пункты (см. Примечания) [ ] приняты во внимание следующие пункты: [ ] принята во внимание измененная формула изобретения (см. Примечания) 4. КЛАССИФИКАЦИЯ ОБЪЕКТА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ (ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ) (Указываются индексы МПК и индикатор текущей версии) С02Е 9/08 (2006.01) 5. ОБЛАСТЬ ПОИСКА 5.1 Проверенный минимум документации РСТ (указывается индексами МПК) ВОО 27/00, ВОО 27/02, СО2Е 1/28, СО2Е 1/42, СО2Е 9/08 5.2 Другая проверенная документация в той мере, в какой она включена в поисковые подборки: 5.3 Электронные базы данных, использованные при поиске (название базы, и если, возможно, поисковые термины): ЕАРАТГУ, Езрасепе боозе, РаЗеагсв, КОРТО 6. ДОКУМЕНТЫ, ОТНОСЯЩИЕСЯ К ПРЕДМЕТУ ПОИСКА Кате- Наименование документа с указанием (где необходимо) частей, Относится к гория* относящихся к предмету поиска пункту формулы № 1 2 3 А 05$ 20160244337 АТ ( ...