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Mobile sink assembly

a sink and mobile technology, applied in the direction of furniture parts, washstands, domestic applications, etc., can solve the problems of not providing a large amount of storage space, messy and unhealthy situation, etc., and achieve the effect of increasing rigidity and simplifying the construction of the sink assembly

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-08-16
SUNCAST
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[0006] The present invention provides a portable or mobile sink assembly formed from a plurality of injection molded plastic panels having integrated connectors. The panels and other components are capable of being packaged and shipped in a knock-down state and constructed to form an aesthetically pleasing sink and enclosure. The integrated connection of the side wall panels, back wall panel, front wall panel, bottom panel and sink components simplifies the construction of the sink assembly. The panels are formed from injection molded plastic so as to interlock with one another without the need for separate fasteners or connectors. This assembly incorporates a minimum number of components by integrally forming the connectors into the injection molded panels. The panels are then snapped together to complete the assembly. This construction eliminates the need for separate connectors or fasteners to assemble the sink assembly. Injection molding allows the panels to be formed with a single wall having integral cross-bracing, ribs and gussets for increased rigidity when compared to blow molded or rotationally molded assemblies. The same side wall and bottom panel components can be used to create a variety of different assemblies useful for outdoor entertaining or cookouts. The assembly of these components requires minimal hardware and a minimum number of hand tools.
[0008] The lower surface of the base panel includes a plurality of integrally formed bosses which are constructed and arranged to cooperate with casters to allow for easy movement of the sink assembly.
[0010] It is a further objective of the instant invention to provide a mobile sink assembly composed of panels formed by injection molding which provide increased structural integrity of the assembly.

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This can lead to a messy and unhealthy situation.
The sink enclosure has a drawer for storage but this does not provide a large amount of storage space.

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[0024] While the present invention is susceptible of embodiment in various forms, there is shown in the drawings and will hereinafter be described a presently preferred embodiment with the understanding that the present disclosure is to be considered an exemplification of the invention and is not intended to limit the invention to the specific embodiments illustrated.

[0025]FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate perspective and exploded views of the sink assembly, generally referenced as 10, according to a preferred embodiment of the invention. In this preferred, albeit non-limiting, embodiment of the invention the sink assembly is formed from a plurality of panels connected together. These panels include a base panel 100, a right side panel 200, a left side panel 300, a back panel 400, a front panel 500, and the sink 600. In the preferred embodiment the panels and the sink are formed of, but not limited to, a suitable plastic such as polystyrene, polypropylene, or polyethylene, through the proce...

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Abstract

The present invention provides a sink assembly formed from a plurality of injection molded plastic panels having integrated connectors which are capable of being packaged and shipped in a knock-down state and constructed to form an aesthetically pleasing sink assembly. The integrated connection of the side walls, front, back, and bottom panels and sink components simplifies the sink assembly construction. The panels are formed of injection molded plastic to interlock with one another without the need for fasteners or connectors. The system incorporates a minimum number of connectors by integrally forming the connectors into the panels which are snapped together to complete the assembly.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates generally to a mobile sink assembly. More specifically, the present invention relates to a portable or mobile sink assembly utilizing injection molded plastic structural panels having integrally formed connectors. The sink assembly is capable of being packaged and shipped in a knock-down state and assembled into a secure and decorative sink and enclosure assembly without additional fasteners. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Portable or mobile sinks are very convenient for use wherever access to a water supply and drain facilities are not readily available. Portable sinks have been used in the past to facilitate the preparation of food outdoors and to provide washing and cleaning facilities for patients in nursing homes and hospitals who do not have ready access to conventional washing facilities. It is also very beneficial if there is an area adjacent the sink that can be used to store items related to the washing or cleaning t...

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IPC IPC(8): A47K1/04
CPCA47K1/02A47B2220/03
Inventor UFFNER, MICHAELANDERSON, TORRENCE
Owner SUNCAST
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