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Steamer stain fighter:A vending machine for removing stains

a vending machine and stain fighter technology, applied in the field of textile care, can solve the problems of increasing the cost of professional stain removal services, increasing the cost of manufacturing and installation, and increasing the cost of cleaning and maintenance. the effect of cost reduction

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-11-30
HIRMER STEVEN PHILLIP
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The invention allows for spot removal using a self-service method, either at home or at the machine's location. It can also be used as a profit-making device for businesses that have a coin changer machine. The invention can be incorporated into existing washing machines or dryers, reducing manufacturing and installation costs. Additionally, the invention allows for continued wearing of garments after the stain has been removed without the need for rinsing or drycleaning.

Problems solved by technology

The problem of stain removal from textiles (i.e. the clothes that people wear) is a daily problem.
The current answers to this problem while effective are costly both in time and timeliness.
The first drawback is the current methods require a specialist to perform the task which is expensive.
The second drawback is the timeliness of this process.

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[0013] Referring to FIG. 1 a frontal view is shown that details all of the parts of the machine. The invention is essentially comprised of a cabinet with lock 8. The air compressor motor 1 and the air reservoir 2 are located inside to avoid tampering. This makes the machine portable and not needing to be attached to a stand alone air compressor. The solvent reservoir 3 is located in an opening in the top of the unit and is inside the cabinet with only the top open for adding solvent. This reservoir has a cap 9 for filling. This again allows for portability of the unit not needing to be attached to an external solvent source. A garment platform 5 is attached to the top and off to the side to give a place if necessary to lay the garment on for support in the stain removal activity. This platform is attached by the supports12. This platform has holes to allow the solvent not to puddle under the garment and to allow it to vaporize before hitting the ground. An air / solvent dispensing gun...

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Abstract

A self-contained machine for removing stains from textiles with the air compressor and solvent all contained with-in the same unit. The machine can be used in a home setting or a coin-changer attached to allow it to be a self-service profit center. This allows stains to be removed quickly and allowing the textile to remain in use without any laundering or drycleaning procedures needed.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] Not Applicable STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not Applicable REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX [0003] Not Applicable BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] The present invention grew out the textile care field. The problem of stain removal from textiles (i.e. the clothes that people wear) is a daily problem. The removal of stains to be successful must restore the fabric to its original condition without damage. [0005] The current answers to this problem while effective are costly both in time and timeliness. The first drawback is the current methods require a specialist to perform the task which is expensive. The second drawback is the timeliness of this process. The sooner after staining the easier it is to remove without negative consequences(i.e. color loss or damage to the fibers). The present invention allows a person to perform this task by ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): D06F39/00
CPCD06F43/002
Inventor HIRMER, STEVEN PHILLIP
Owner HIRMER STEVEN PHILLIP