Slope drain
The slope drain's design allows for interchangeable attachment of different pipes and prevents debris ingress, enhancing versatility and reducing maintenance, thus addressing the limitations of existing slope drains.
US20260139465A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-21GAVIN PETER W
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- US · United States
- Patent Type
- Applications(United States)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GAVIN PETER W
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-21
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing slope drains lack versatility in being interchangeably couplable with multiple types of drain pipes without impacting functionality or efficacy, and they often require frequent maintenance due to debris accumulation.
Method used
A slope drain with a tapered hollow body and a pipe connection section that allows for interchangeable attachment of different sized pipes, featuring a grate with slotted openings to prevent debris ingress and facilitate easy removal, made from durable moldable plastic or metal materials.
Benefits of technology
Enables versatile use with various drainage pipes, reduces maintenance needs, and prevents pests and large debris entry, while maintaining efficient water flow.
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Abstract
A slope drain includes a hollow tapered drain body having a distal end, an opposing proximal end and an extended top opening between the distal end and a pipe connections portion having a through opening extending from the proximal end. A grate covering the open top of the drain body includes a plurality of spaced openings sized to permit the passage of water therethrough wherein the pipe connection section is configured and sized to enable a plurality of different types of drain pipes to be interchangeably fitted onto and / or within the pipe connection portion.
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