WASTE DISPOSAL APPARATUS AND METHOD

A waste disposal apparatus for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition includes a decomposition chamber, a waste inlet configured to admit waste materials into the decomposition chamber, a water feed system configured for supplying feed water to the decomposition chamber and a drain system configured for draining drain liquid from the decomposition chamber. The apparatus also includes a sensing system configured to sense the volume VF of feed water supplied to the decomposition chamber and the volume VD of drain liquid drained from the decomposition chamber, and a computing device that is configured to determine the quantity of waste material processed by the waste disposal apparatus from the sensed volumes VF and VD. 1. A waste disposal apparatus for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition , the apparatus comprising a decomposition chamber , a waste inlet configured to admit waste materials into the decomposition chamber , a water feed system configured for supplying feed water to the decomposition chamber , a drain system configured for draining drain liquid from the decomposition chamber , a sensing system configured to sense a volume VF of feed water supplied to the decomposition chamber and a volume VD of drain liquid drained from the decomposition chamber , and a computing device that is configured to determine a quantity of waste material processed by the waste disposal apparatus from the sensed volumes VF and VD.2. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the computing device is configured to determine the weight W of waste material processed by the waste disposal apparatus using the algorithm W=(VD−VF)÷k where k has a value in the range 0.7-0.8 claim 1 , preferably about 0.75.3. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the drain system comprises a drain pump claim 2 , and wherein the volume VD of drain liquid drained from the decomposition chamber is determined by sensing the number of ...

GREASE TRAP DEVICE

A grease trap () device for trapping waste material including water and fats, oils and/or greases (FOGs), and for removing at least some of the FOGs from the water. The device includes a first receptacle () having a storage volume () for storing waste material in a manner that enables FOGs to float on the surface of the water; an inlet () for receiving waste material into the first receptacle; a drain () having an inlet () positioned to capture FOGs floating at and/or near the surface of the water, and an outlet () positioned for transferring waste material out of the storage volume; a valve () for controlling the flow of waste material through the drain; an outlet () enabling cleaned water to exit the first receptacle; and at least one heat exchanger unit () arranged to remove heat from the waste material stored in the first receptacle. 1. A grease trap device for trapping waste material , said waste material including water and FOGs , and for removing at least some of the FOGs from the water; said grease trap device comprising:a first receptacle comprising a storage volume for storing waste material in a manner that enables FOGs to float on the surface of the water;an inlet for receiving waste material into the first receptacle;a drain having an inlet positioned and arranged to capture FOGs floating at and/or near the surface of the water, an outlet positioned and arranged for transferring waste material out of the storage volume;a valve for controlling the flow of waste material through the drain; andan outlet enabling cleaned water to exit the first receptacle, and at least one heat exchanger unit arranged to remove heat from the waste material stored in the first receptacle.2. A device according to claim 1 , further comprising a second receptacle for capturing the waste material removed from the first receptacle via the drain claim 1 , wherein the second receptacle is movably mounted claim 1 , and preferably slidably mounted claim 1 , with respect to the first ...

Waste disposal apparatus, fluid and method

A waste disposal apparatus, for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition, includes a decomposition chamber having a waste inlet for receiving waste materials, and a closure member for closing the inlet and sealing the decomposition chamber. The apparatus includes a stirrer for stirring waste materials in the chamber, and a waste outlet for discharging waste materials from the chamber after aerobic decomposition thereof.

TAP WITH BLOCKING MEMBERS TO LIMIT ROTATION OF A TAP HANDLE

A tap including a body; a valve including a first part which is fixed to the body and a second part arranged for limited rotation with respect to the first part; and a handle fixed to the second part, said handle including a housing mounted over at least a part of the valve, said housing including first and second blocking members; and the body, and/or a part of the tap fixed to the body, includes third and fourth blocking members; the first blocking member arranged to engage with the third blocking member to limit rotation of the handle in a first direction; the first blocking member arranged to engage the fourth blocking member to limit rotation of the handle in the second direction; the second blocking member arranged to engage with one of the third and fourth blocking members to limit rotation of the handle in one of the first and second directions; the first, second, third and fourth blocking members located within the housing. 1. A tap , including:a body arranged for connection to at least one water supply pipe;a valve including a first part, which is fixed to the body and a second part arranged for limited rotational movement with respect to the first part;and a handle fixed for rotation with the second part of the valve, said handle including a housing mounted over at least a part of the valve, said housing including first and second blocking members;and the body, and/or a part of the tap fixed to the body, includes third and fourth blocking members;wherein the first blocking member is arranged to engage with the third blocking member to limit rotational movement of the handle in a first rotational direction;the first blocking member is arranged to engage the fourth blocking member to limit rotational movement of the handle in the second rotational direction;the second blocking member is arranged to engage with one of the third and fourth blocking members to limit rotational movement of the handle in one of the first and second rotational directions;and ...

DISPENSING DEVICE

A dispensing system includes a dispensing device and a container of fluid to be dispensed. The dispensing device includes a fluid flow tube through which the fluid can flow from the container to an outlet, a valve that controls the flow of fluid through the tube, and a control system that actuates the valve to dispense fluid at predetermined intervals. The container includes an RFID tag having an ID number associated uniquely with the container, and the control system includes an RFID reader configured to read the ID number of the container. The control system includes a memory device that stores the ID numbers of containers that have been used previously and is configured to provide an alarm signal when it senses the ID number of a container that has been used previously. 1. A dispensing system including a dispensing device and a container of fluid to be dispensed , wherein the dispensing device includes a fluid flow tube through which the fluid can flow from the container to an outlet , a valve that controls the flow of fluid through the tube , and a control system that actuates the valve to dispense fluid at predetermined intervals , wherein the container includes an RFID tag having an ID number associated uniquely with the container , and the control system includes an RFID reader configured to read the ID number of the container , and wherein the control system includes a memory device that stores the ID numbers of containers that have been used previously and is configured to provide an alarm signal when it senses the ID number of a container that has been used previously.2. A dispensing system according to claim 1 , in which the control system is configured to provide an alarm signal when it determines that the container needs replacing.3. A dispensing system according to claim 1 , in which the control system is configured to deactivate the valve either when the control system senses the reuse of a container that has been used previously or when the control ...

WASTE DISPOSAL APPARATUS

A waste disposal apparatus, for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition, includes a decomposition chamber () including a waste inlet () for receiving waste materials, a waste outlet () for discharging waste materials from the chamber after aerobic decomposition thereof, and a sieve element () located within the decomposition chamber between the inlet and the outlet. A load sensor () is provided for sensing the quantity of waste material within the decomposition chamber, the load sensor configured to sense the load supported by the sieve element (). 1. A waste disposal apparatus for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition , the apparatus comprising a decomposition chamber including a waste inlet for receiving waste materials , a waste outlet for discharging waste materials from the chamber after aerobic decomposition thereof , a sieve element located within the decomposition chamber between the inlet and the outlet , and a load sensor for sensing the quantity of waste material within the decomposition chamber , said load sensor being configured to sense the load supported by the sieve element.2. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the load sensor is configured to sense deformation of the sieve element in response to a supported load.3. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the load sensor is connected to a lowermost portion of the sieve element.4. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the load sensor is connected to a portion of the sieve element by a push rod that passes through a wall of the decomposition chamber.5. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the load sensor is connected to the sieve element via a wall of the decomposition chamber claim 2 , said wall including a contact element that engages a portion of the sieve element.6. A waste disposal apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a control system that is operably connected to ...

WALL-MOUNTED WASH BASIN

A wash basin () includes a bowl unit () and a skirt () that supports the bowl unit. The bowl unit () is made mainly or entirely of metal and the skirt () is made mainly or entirely of a moulded thermoplastic material. The skirt () includes a peripheral rim () that is located beneath an edge portion () of the bowl unit to support that bowl unit, and the bowl unit () and the skirt () are bonded together. 1. A wash basin that includes a bowl unit , a skirt that supports the bowl unit , and a mounting bracket for mounting the skirt on a substantially vertical wall or support structure , wherein the bowl unit is made mainly or entirely of metal and the skirt comprises a unitary moulding made mainly or entirely of a thermoplastic material , wherein the skirt includes a peripheral rim that is located beneath an edge portion of the bowl unit to support the bowl unit , and wherein the bowl unit and the skirt are bonded together around the peripheral rim of the skirt.2. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the bowl unit is made mainly or entirely of stainless steel.3. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the skirt is made mainly or entirely of an ABS/Polycarbonate material.4. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the skirt comprises an injection moulded part.5. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the skirt includes a substantially vertically wall that is located in use in a rear region of the wash basin claim 1 , for attachment by the mounting bracket to a substantially vertical wall or support structure.6. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the skirt includes a curved portion that is located in use in a front region of the wash basin.7. A wash basin according to claim 1 , wherein the bowl unit includes a bowl portion and a deck that extends around the bowl portion.8. A wash basin according to claim 7 , wherein the deck includes a downturned wall that extends around the peripheral rim of the skirt.9. A wash basin according to claim 7 , ...

Water isolation system

ABSTRACT A water isolation system comprises a valve (1) in a water flow line (10), with a latched solenoid to open or close the valve. A power source operates the valve with an electrical switch (2) causing pulsed actuation of the solenoid on operation of the switch. The solenoid is unpowered when the switch is not being operated. The switch (2) is located at a convenient point within a building to which the water is supplied, which point may be remote from the water flow line, such as adjacent a main entry/exit door to the building. Use of the system allows the water supply to be completely isolated when the building is to be unoccupied for even the shortest period of time. It also prevents excessive water loss and water damage when there is a burst pipe by being controlled at a point which is easy to reach and thereby switch off the system quickly. Finally, it can be easily closed to facilitate maintenance or replacement of any part of the water or heating system within the building.

Dispensing device

A dispensing system 2 including a dispensing device and a container of fluid 12 to be dispensed. The dispensing device includes a fluid flow tube 24 through which the fluid can flow from the container 12 to an outlet 26 and a valve 22 that controls the flow of fluid through the tube 24. A control system 32 actuates the valve to dispense fluid at predetermined intervals. The container 12 includes an RFID tag 15 having an ID number associated uniquely with the container 12, and the control system 32 includes an RFID reader configured to read the ID number of the container. The control system includes a memory device that stores the ID numbers of containers that have been used previously and is configured to provide an alarm signal 35 when it senses the ID number of a container that has been used previously. The system may include the features of providing an alarm warning 35 when containers 12 need replacement, to prevent re-use of containers 12, be electronically controlled, operate on battery power 34 and may also be wall mounted.

Waste disposal apparatus

A waste disposal apparatus for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition includes a decomposition chamber 14 having a waste inlet 34 for receiving waste materials, a closure means 2 for closing the inlet and sealing the decomposition chamber, a stirrer 18 for stirring waste materials in the chamber, and a waste outlet for discharging waste materials from the chamber. The apparatus is designed for use with domestic food waste. The apparatus may comprise a load sensing device that causes the lid to be locked in a closed position when the apparatus is fully loaded. The load sensing device maybe arranged upon the stirrer 18 to sense the load on the stirrer when in motion. When the load exceeds a predetermined value such that blocking has occurred, the direction of rotation is reversed. A reagent comprising a blend of bacteria, enzymes and plant extracts may be added to the waste to aid decomposition. The apparatus may include a bracket 38 to support and pivot a waste container in order to tip waste into the decomposition chamber without spillage.

Waste disposal apparatus, fluid and method

A waste disposal apparatus, for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition, includes a decomposition chamber (14) having a waste inlet (34) for receiving waste materials, and a closure member (12) for closing the inlet and sealing the decomposition chamber. The apparatus includes a stirrer (18) for stirring waste materials in the chamber, and a waste outlet (70) for discharging waste materials from the chamber after aerobic decomposition thereof.

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Coupling device for connecting gas supply lines

Waste disposal apparatus and method

Wall-mounted wash basin

A wash basin ( 2 ) includes a bowl unit ( 4 ) and a skirt ( 6 ) that supports the bowl unit. The bowl unit ( 2 ) is made mainly or entirely of metal and the skirt ( 6 ) is made mainly or entirely of a moulded thermoplastic material. The skirt ( 6 ) includes a peripheral rim ( 28 ) that is located beneath an edge portion ( 29 ) of the bowl unit to support that bowl unit, and the bowl unit ( 4 ) and the skirt ( 6 ) are bonded together.

Wall-mounted wash basin

A wash basin (2) includes a bowl unit (4) and a skirt (6) that supports the bowl unit. The bowl unit (2) is made mainly or entirely of metal and the skirt (6) is made mainly or entirely of a moulded thermoplastic material. The skirt (6) includes a peripheral rim (28) that is located beneath an edge portion (29) of the bowl unit to support that bowl unit, and the bowl unit (4) and the skirt (6) are bonded together.

Rinsing device

A rinsing device includes a wall unit (22) having a water inlet (32) and a water outlet, the water outlet including a flexible hose (30) connected at one end to the wall unit (22) and a spray head (36) attached to a free end of the hose. A restraining device (42) is connected between the wall unit (22) and the free end of the flexible hose (30). The wall unit (22) is constructed and arranged to be mounted in use on a wall and the flexible hose (30) is constructed and arranged so that in use its free end hangs down from the wall unit.

Wall-mounted wash basin

A wash basin (2) includes a bowl unit (4) and a skirt (6) that supports the bowl unit. The bowl unit (2) is made mainly or entirely of metal and the skirt (6) is made mainly or entirely of a moulded thermoplastic material. The skirt (6) includes a peripheral rim (28) that is located beneath an edge portion (29) of the bowl unit to support that bowl unit, and the bowl unit (4) and the skirt (6) are bonded together.

Couplable washing apparatus

Waste disposal apparatus and method

A waste disposal apparatus (2) for disposing of waste materials using aerobic decomposition includes a decomposition chamber (14), a waste inlet (11) configured to admit waste materials into the decomposition chamber (14), a water feed system (36,38,42) configured for supplying feed water to the decomposition chamber and a drain system (54,56,58,60) configured for draining drain liquid from the decomposition chamber. The apparatus also includes a sensing system (44,46,70) configured to sense the volume VF of feed water supplied to the decomposition chamber and the volume VD of drain liquid drained from the decomposition chamber, and a computing device (74) that is configured to determine the quantity of waste material processed by the waste disposal apparatus from the sensed volumes VF and VD.

Gas coupling apparatus

The apparatus is for releasable coupling a source of gas and a unit of gas fed catering equipment (17) which is intended to be moveable. A wall-mountable connector (9) extends from a wall and connects to a gas service line. A movable base (2) is affixable to or integral with the gas fed unit. A connector (8) is attached to said base and in gas communication with an inlet of the unit. The wall connector (9) and the unit connector (8) are interengageable. Closure means for each connector maintain each sealingly closed when they are not interengaged, and locking means are provided to hold them releasably in interengaged condition.

Gas coupling apparatus

Dispensing device

A dispensing system (2) for a grease degrading enzyme fluid includes a container (20) for fluid to be dispensed, a fluid flow tube (30) for allowing fluid to flow from the container to an outlet (36), and an electrically operated valve (32) for controlling the flow of fluid through the tube. The system also includes a control circuit (42) for actuating the valve (32) to dispense fluid at predetermined intervals and a battery (44) for supplying power to the valve and the control circuit.