Treated inserts, vents, and air treatment devices for a warming apparatus

Abstract

　A treated insert, vent or air freshener is usable with an apparatus for warming towels, garments, other articles, or any combination thereof. The treated insert for an air movement apparatus, comprising a body formed from a treated composition, and an outer contour extending along the body, wherein the outer contour is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body is insertable into the opening to position the insert in the air movement apparatus, wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus.

Description

Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDTREATED INSERTS, VENTS, AND AIR TREATMENT DEVICES FOR A WARMING APPARATUSCROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claim priority to U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 63 / 778,594, filed March 27, 2025, and U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 63 / 867,918, filed August 21, 2025, both of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND

[0002] The present disclosure relates to a treated insert or vent and, more particularly, a treated insert or vent for a warming apparatus.

[0003] Using a warm and dry towel to dry oneself off is a comforting feeling and preferable alternative to a damp cold towel. In order to have readily available warm dry towels, some users utilize towel warmers. While these towel warmers provide some warmth, they do not provide aroma, fragrance, scent, sanitizer, or disinfectant to treat the towel to provide a more comforting experience. Therefore, a need exists for an apparatus to treat the towel and provide, without limitation, aroma, fragrance, scent, sanitizer, or disinfectant to the towel in addition to warming and drying the towel.SUMMARY

[0004] The present disclosure includes one or more of the features recited in the appended claims and / or the following features which, alone or in any combination, may comprise patentable subject matter.

[0005] The embodiments described herein include treated inserts, vents, and air treatments usable with an apparatus for warming towels, garments, other articles, or any combination thereof. For example, the inserts and vents described herein are usable with any of the warming apparatuses described in U.S. Patent Serial No. 16 / 651289, U.S. Patent Serial No. 17 / 347782, U.S. Patent Serial No. 18 / 231895, U.S. Patent Serial No. 18 / 373399, U.S. Patent Serial No. 18 / 717593, U.S. Patent Serial No. 18 / 933102, U.S. Patent Serial No. 29 / 838175, U.S. Patent Serial No. 29 / 838179, PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2019 / 019095, PCT Patent Application No.1DMS 51335945.1Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDPCT / US2022 / 044701, PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US2022 / 52226, or any nationalizations, continuations, or divisional thereof, each of which is incorporated by reference herein.

[0006] Additional features, which alone or in combination with any other feature(s), such as those listed above and those listed in the claims, may comprise patentable subject matter and will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the following detailed description of various embodiments exemplifying the best mode of carrying out the embodiments as presently perceived.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0007] The detailed description particularly refers to the accompanying figures in which:

[0008] FIG. 1 is a side view of a vent for an air movement apparatus, wherein the vent is formed from a treated composition;

[0009] FIG. 2 is a side view of another vent for an air movement apparatus, wherein the vent is formed from a treated composition;

[0010] FIG. 3 is a top view of yet another vent for an air movement apparatus, wherein the vent is formed from a treated composition;

[0011] FIG. 4 is a top view of a further vent for an air movement apparatus, wherein the vent is formed from a treated composition;

[0012] FIG. 5 is a top view of a treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0013] FIG. 6 is a top view of another treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0014] FIG. 7 is a top view of yet another treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0015] FIG. 8 is a top view of a further treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0016] FIG. 9 is a top view of yet a further treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0017] FIG. 10 is a side view of a cap configured for use with any of the treated inserts shown in FIGs. 5-9;Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0018] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0019] FIG. 12 is a perspective view of another treated insert configured to be positioned in an air movement apparatus;

[0020] Fig. 13 is a schematic view of an air treatment device in accordance with an embodiment.

[0021] Fig. 14 is another schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13;

[0022] Fig. 15 is a schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13 positioned in a room;

[0023] Fig. 16 is a schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13 positioned in a towel warmer and emitting fluid air treatment through a conduit of the towel warmer;

[0024] Fig. 17 is a schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13 positioned in a towel warmer and emitting an air treatment media into a space formed by the towel warmer;

[0025] Fig. 18 is a schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13 positioned on a towel warmer and emitting an air treatment media through a conduit of the towel warmer; and

[0026] Fig. 19 is a schematic view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 13 positioned on a towel warmer and emitting an air treatment media into a space formed by the towel warmer;

[0027] Fig. 20 is a perspective view of an air treatment device in accordance with an embodiment;

[0028] Fig. 21 is a perspective view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 20 inserted into a towel warmer;

[0029] Fig. 22 is a perspective view of another air treatment device formed in accordance with an embodiment;

[0030] Fig. 23 is a top view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 22;

[0031] Fig. 24 is a perspective view of yet another air treatment device in accordance with an embodiment;

[0032] Fig. 25 is a perspective view of the air treatment device shown in Fig. 24 inserted into a towel warmer; and

[0033] Fig. 26 is a perspective view of another air treatment device formed in accordance with an embodiment.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDDETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] While the concepts of the present disclosure are susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific exemplary embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawings and will herein be described in detail. It should be understood, however, that there is no intent to limit the concepts of the present disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.

[0035] Referring to FIGs. 1-4, a vent 10 can take various shapes and sizes, as indicated by the different shapes illustrated in FIGs. 1-4. The vent 10 is sized and shaped to be inserted into an air movement apparatus, for example, a towel, garment, or article warmer, as described in the patents and patent applications incorporated by reference herein. The vent 10 is sized and shaped to removably position in an opening of the air movement apparatus. The opening of the air movement apparatus is in fluid communication with a fluid flow path of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the vent 10 includes a frame that is sized and shaped to removably position in the opening of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the vent 10 includes an outer boundary 12 that is sized and shaped to removably position in the opening of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the frame or outer boundary 12 includes a tab, a notch, other feature, or any combination thereof that couples to or within a corresponding feature of the air movement apparatus. When positioned in the air movement apparatus, a bottom surface 18 of a treated composition 14 faces into the air movement apparatus and a top surface 20 of the treated composition faces out of the air movement apparatus.

[0036] The treated composition 14 extends between the outer boundary 12 such that the outer boundary 12 surrounds the treated composition 14. Alternatively, or in addition to, the treated composition 14 is positioned within the frame such that the frame surrounds the treated composition 14. In an exemplary embodiment, a conduit 16 extends through treated composition 14 to allow air to pass through the treated composition 14. The treated composition 14 degrades over time as air flows through the conduit 16. In an embodiment having a frame, the frame is configured to remain positioned in the air movement apparatus after degradation of treatedAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDcomposition until removal of the frame. In some embodiments, a screen extends along the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition to retain degraded treated composition.

[0037] In one embodiment, the conduit 16 extends from the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition 14 to the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14. In some embodiments, a plurality of conduits 16 extend through the treated composition 14. In the embodiments shown in FIGs. 3-4, the plurality of conduits 16 are arranged in columns, rows, or combinations thereof. In the embodiments shown in FIGs. 1-2 at least two of the plurality of conduits 16 intersect at a point between the bottom surface 18 and the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14.

[0038] In some embodiments, at least one conduit 16 extends perpendicularly to the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition 14, the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, at least one conduit 16 extends at an oblique angle to the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition 14, the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, a first conduit 16 extends perpendicularly to the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition 14, the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14, or combinations thereof, and a second conduit 16 extends at an oblique angle to the bottom surface 18 of the treated composition 14, the top surface 20 of the treated composition 14, or combinations thereof. The treated composition 14 is configured to degrade over time as air flows through each conduit 16.

[0039] Referring now to FIGs. 5-9, a treated insert 100 for an air movement apparatus can take various shapes and sizes, as indicated by the different shapes illustrated in FIGs. 5-9. The insert 100 is sized and shaped to be inserted into an air movement apparatus, for example, a towel, garment, or article warmer, as described in the patents and patent applications incorporated by reference herein. In some embodiments, the body 102 includes a handle to facilitate positioning the insert 100 in the air movement apparatus. The insert 100 includes a body 102 formed from a treated composition 104. In the embodiments shown in FIGS. 6 and 8, the body 102 is formed of a solid treated composition 104. In one embodiment, the body 102 includes at least one notch 106 that is sized and shaped to a corresponding tab formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body 102 couples to the air movement apparatus by positioning the tab in the notch 106 when the insert 100 is positioned in the air movement apparatus. In another embodiment, the body 102 includes at least one tab extending from the body 102 that is sized and shaped to a correspondingAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDnotch formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body 102 couples to the air movement apparatus by positioning the tab in the notch when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the body 102 includes a combination of at least one notch 106 and at least one tab that engages with corresponding tabs and notches in the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the body 102 includes another engagement feature that engages a corresponding engagement feature of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, a plurality of notches 106, tabs, other engagement features, or any combination thereof are formed on the body 102 and are oriented to engage a plurality of corresponding features formed on the air movement apparatus. Air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body 102 when the insert 100 is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus. The treated composition 104 is configured to degrade over time as the air flows around the body 102.

[0040] In the embodiments shown in FIGS. 5, 7, and 9, an opening 110 is formed in the body 102. Air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow through the opening 110. In some embodiments, at least one slat 112 extends across the opening 110. The at least one slat 112 is configured to direct a flow of the air from the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the at least one slat 112 is formed from the treated composition and configured to degrade over time.

[0041] In some embodiments, the insert 100 is configured to position in a door of the air movement apparatus. Optionally, the door of the air movement apparatus includes a vent to enable air passing over the insert 100 to be emitted from the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the insert 100 is configured to position in the air movement apparatus adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus. Openings in the vent of the air movement apparatus may be adjustable and / or configured to automatically close after a predetermined period of time. As illustrated in FIG. 10, a cap 120 is coupled to the body 102, in some embodiments. The cap 120 is moveable from an open position that allows air to flow around the body, and a closed position that restricts air flow.

[0042] Referring now to FIGs. 11-12, a treated insert 200 for an air movement apparatus includes a body 202 formed from a treated composition 204 that degrades over time. In one embodiment, the treated insert 200 is formed from the treated composition 204. In oneAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDembodiment, the treated insert 200 is partially formed from the treated composition 204. In another embodiment, the body 202 is wholly made of treated composition 204. In another embodiment, the body 202 is partially made of treated composition 204. An outer contour 206 extends along the body 202 and is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body 202 is insertable into the opening to position the insert in the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the outer contour 206 includes an engagement feature 208 to facilitate a connection between the insert 200 and the air movement apparatus. In one embodiment, the engagement feature 208 is partially formed from the treated composition 204. In another embodiment, the engagement feature 208 is wholly made of treated composition 204. In another embodiment, the engagement feature 208 does not comprise treated composition 204. In some embodiments, the engagement feature 208 is a flange, a lip, a tab, a notch, a protrusion, a slot, a recess, a lever, a pawl, a cylinder, a disc, a wafer, a pin, a key, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, a housing is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus, and the body 202 formed of the treated composition 204 is positioned within the housing. Air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body 202 when the insert 200 is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus. It will be appreciated that the body 202 includes conduits, as described above, in some embodiments.

[0043] In some embodiments, the body 202 is configured to be inserted into the opening of the air movement apparatus at an oblique angle. In some embodiments, the body 202 is configured to be inserted into the opening of the air movement apparatus at an orthogonal angle. In some embodiments, the body 202 is configured to be inserted into a conduit of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the body 202 is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus and / or in contact with, or adjacent to, a heating element 212 of the air movement apparatus. In some embodiments, the body 202 is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a fan 214 of the air movement apparatus.

[0044] It will be appreciated that any of the features of the vent 10, the insert 100, or the insert 200, described above may be combined to form an alternative vent or insert.

[0045] Referring to Figs. 13-14, an air treatment device 300 is configured for use with a warmer for towels, garments, other articles, or any combination thereof. For example, in someAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDembodiments, the air treatment device 300 is positioned on or in a warmer. In other embodiments, the air treatment device 300 is positioned in a room or outside. The air treatment device 300 includes a fluid tank 302 configured to contain an air treatment media 304. As described herein, “fluid” refers to a liquid, gas, gel, plasma, a combination thereof, or any other non-solid substance, and “tank” refers to any container capable of retaining a liquid, gas, gel, plasma, a combination thereof, or any other non-solid substance. Accordingly, the “air treatment media” defined herein includes any of liquids, gases, gels, plasmas, combinations thereof, or any other non-solid substances. The “air treatment media” described herein includes anti-bacterial fluids, antimicrobial fluids, scented fluids, scent eliminators, air neutralizers, fragrances, aromas, any other substance that can be used as an air treatment media, or any combination thereof, in some embodiments. In any of the embodiments described herein, the “air treatment media” may be the result of a chemical or physical reaction of a solid or semi-solid material, wherein the solid or semi-solid material is configured for placement in any of the air treatment devices described herein. An emitter 310 is configured to emit an amount of the air treatment media 304 contained in the fluid tank 302. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media 304 emitted is variable.

[0046] A control system 306 is configured to determine, calculate, predict, vary, authorize, and / or control the amount of the air treatment media 304 to be emitted, as well as the volume of air moved by the fan 214 and / or the amount of heat produced by the heating element 212. The control system 306 includes a processor 350, for example a micro-processor, and a memory 352 have instructions that are carried out by the processor 350 to emit the air treatment media 304, as described herein. In an embodiment, the control system 306 may comprise a unitary device. In an embodiment the control system 306 may be distributed across a plurality of devices. In an embodiment, the control system 306 comprises a user application 309. In an embodiment, the user application 309 is accessed and manipulated via a user interface 308. In one embodiment, emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled manually using the user interface 308. The user interface 308 includes any number of inputs 312, in some embodiments. In some embodiments, the user interface 308 includes a touchscreen display. In an embodiment, the user interface 308 (and user application) is accessed and / or manipulated via a user’s mobile phone 311, tablet 313, personal computer 315 and / or other smart device 317. In some embodiments, emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled automatically, for example, using preset or user definedAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDinputs. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled by a timer. The timer is preset in some embodiments, and, in other embodiments, the timer is set by user defined inputs. In an embodiment including an article warmer, an automatic emission of the air treatment media 304 is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the device as measured by an article detector 370. For example, the predetermined proximity may include being positioned on the warmer. The amount of air treatment media 304 is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the device. For example, a larger amount of air treatment media 304 is dispensed for heavy articles, such as towels, whereas, as smaller amount of air treatment media 304 is dispensed for lighter articles, such as some clothes, in some embodiments. A duration of the emission is controlled based on the type article, in some embodiments.

[0047] In some embodiments, the air treatment device 300 includes a chemical detector 320. The chemical detector 320 is configured to detect any one of methane, chemicals from bacteria, chemicals from mold, or any combination thereof. In particular, the chemical detector 320 is configured to detect chemicals that generate an odor. An automatic emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled based on input from a chemical detector 320, in some embodiments. An amount and a duration of the emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled, manually through user inputs or automatically, based on the type of chemical and / or the quantity of the chemical detected, in some embodiments.

[0048] In some embodiments, the air treatment device 300 also includes a particulate detector 330 that detects particles in the air. An automatic emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled based on input from a particulate detector, in some embodiments. An amount and a duration of the emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled, manually through user inputs or automatically, based on the type and / or the quantity of the particle detected, in some embodiments.

[0049] In some embodiments, the air treatment device 300 includes a room detector 340 to determine a size of a room 346 in which the air treatment device 300 is positioned. As illustrated in Fig. 15, the room detector 340 emits waves 342 that reflect off nearby walls to indicate a size of the room. For example, the waves 342 are light waves, sound waves, radio waves, or any other type of wave or combination thereof, in an exemplary embodiment. An amount and a duration ofAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDthe emission of the air treatment media 304 is controlled, manually through user inputs or automatically, based on the size of the room detected, in some embodiments. The amount of air treatment media 304 is controlled based on whether the device is positioned inside or outside, in some embodiments. In some embodiments, a user utilizes the user interface 308 to indicate whether the air treatment device 300 is being used inside or outside.

[0050] In an embodiment used with an article warmer, the air treatment device 300 includes a code 360 that activates the air treatment device 300 for use with the warmer. In some embodiments, the code 360 confirms that the air treatment device 300 is suitable for use with the warmer. The code 360 includes a QR code, an RFID tag, a bar code, or the like.

[0051] Fig. 16 illustrates the air treatment device 300 positioned in an air movement apparatus 400 and emitting air treatment media 304 through conduits 402 of the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, the air movement apparatus 400 is a towel warmer. In some embodiments, the air movement apparatus 400 is configured for warming a garment or other type of article. Fig. 18 illustrates the air treatment device 300 positioned on the air movement apparatus 400 and emitting air treatment media 304 through the conduits 402 of the towel warmer. The emitter 310 emits the air treatment media 304 into the conduit 402 of the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, the conduits 402 extend through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the towel warmer. Fig. 17 illustrates the air treatment device 300 positioned in the air movement apparatus 400 and emitting air treatment media 304 into a space 210 formed by the air movement apparatus 400. Fig. 19 illustrates the air treatment device 300 positioned on the air movement apparatus 400 and emitting air treatment media 304 into the space 210 formed by the air movement apparatus 400. The emitter 310 emits the air treatment media 304 into the space 210 defined by the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, the emitter 310 emits the air treatment media 304 into the space 210 defined by the air movement apparatus 400 and the conduits 402 of the air movement apparatus 400.

[0052] In some embodiments, an outer contour of the air treatment device 300 is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus 400 so that the air treatment device 300 is insertable into the opening to position the insert in the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, the outer contour includes an engagement feature to facilitate a connection between the air treatment device 300 and the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, theAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDengagement feature is a flange, a lip, a tab, a notch, a protrusion, a slot, a recess, a lever, a pawl, a cylinder, a disc, a wafer, a pin, a key, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, the air treatment device 300 includes any of the shaped described in Figs. 1-12.

[0053] Referring to Figs. 20 and 21, an air treatment device 500 is insertable into a cavity 540 formed in an air movement apparatus 550, which may be embodied as air movement apparatus 400. The air freshener includes a fluid tank 502 configured to contain an air treatment media, as described above. An emitter or nozzle 504 is configured to emit the air treatment media contained in the fluid tank 502. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media emitted in variable. As described above, in some embodiments, a control system is configured to determine an amount of the air treatment media to be emitted. In one embodiment, emission of the air treatment media is controlled manually using a user interface, as described above. In some embodiments, emission of the air treatment media is controlled automatically, for example, using preset or user defined inputs. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer. The timer is preset in some embodiments, and, in other embodiments, the timer is set by user defined inputs. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the air movement apparatus 550. For example, the predetermined proximity may include being positioned on the air movement apparatus 550. The amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the air movement apparatus 550. For example, a larger amount of air treatment media is dispensed for heavy articles, such as towels, whereas, as smaller amount of air treatment media is dispensed for lighter articles, such as some clothes, in some embodiments. A duration of the emission is controlled based on the type of article, in some embodiments.

[0054] In some embodiments, the emitter 504 is configured to emit the air treatment media into a conduit of the air movement apparatus 550. In some embodiments, the conduit extends through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the air movement apparatus 550. In some embodiments, the emitter 504 is configured to emit the air treatment media into a space defined by the air movement apparatus 550.

[0055] In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector, as described above. In some embodiments, anAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDautomatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector, as described above. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a size of a room in which the air movement apparatus 550 or the air treatment device 500 is positioned. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a variable setting of the air treatment device 500. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on whether the air movement apparatus 550 or the air treatment device 500 is positioned inside or outside.

[0056] An electrical connection 510 is configured to complete a circuit 520 in the air movement apparatus 550. The completed circuit 520 powers the air treatment device 500 so that the air treatment media can be ejected through the nozzle 504. A mechanical switch 512 is actuated when the air treatment device 500 is positioned in the air movement apparatus 500 to enable the air treatment device 500 to be powered. In the illustrated embodiment, the mechanical switch 512 is pushed upward by a post 514 positioned in the cavity 540 of the air movement apparatus 550. A power switch 530 is positioned on the air treatment device 500. Movement of the power switch 530 to an on position is disabled by the mechanical switch 512 when the air treatment device 500 is not positioned in the cavity 540 of the air movement apparatus 550. Movement of the power switch 512 to the on position is enabled when the air treatment device 500 is positioned in the cavity 540 of the air movement apparatus 550 and the mechanical switch 512 is activated by being pushed upward by the post 514. Movement of the power switch 512 to the on position enables the air treatment device 500 to eject the air treatment media.

[0057] Referring to Figs. 22 and 23 an air treatment device 600 includes a body 602 configured to contain an air treatment media, as described above. The air treatment media is configured to be ejected from a nozzle 604 at a top 606 of the air treatment device 600. It will be appreciated that the nozzle 604 is positioned on a bottom 608 or one of the sides 610 of the air treatment device 600, in some embodiments. In an embodiment, an engagement feature 620 extends along one of the sides 610 of the air treatment 600. In an embodiment, at least two engagement features 620 of a plurality of engagement features 620 extend along at least two of a plurality of the sides 610, 611, 612, and 613 of the air treatment 600. In Figs. 22 and 23, the engagement feature 620 is illustrated as extending along the entire length 622 of the air treatmentAttorney Docket: 92772-TBD600. It will be appreciated that, in some embodiments, the engagement feature 620 only extends partially along the length of the air treatment 600.

[0058] The engagement feature 620 is configured to mate with a corresponding engagement feature of an air movement apparatus, for example the air movement apparatus 400. In an embodiment, the engagement feature 620 is configured as an elongated indentation that mates with a corresponding tab 409 formed in the air movement apparatus 400. In an exemplary embodiment, the engagement feature and the corresponding tab 409 are configured to form a complimentary interaction wherein the engagement feature 620 is fashioned to fit with tab 409 such that only an element configured as engagement feature 620 will mate with tab 409. . Accordingly, only an air treatment 600 having the engagement feature 620 would be operable with and fit into the air movement apparatus 400. In an embodiment, only a mated pair of engagement feature 620 and tab 409 will render air treatment 600 operable with air movement apparatus 400. In an embodiment, activation, authorization, operation, or combinations thereof of the air treatment 600 is only achieved by proper mating of engagement feature 620 and tab 409.

[0059] Referring to Figs. 24 and 25, an air treatment device 700 is insertable into a cavity 740 formed in an air movement apparatus 750, which may be embodied as air movement apparatus 400. Tn air movement apparatus 750 includes a piercing element 742 positioned in the cavity 740 and extending upward. A passageway 730 is in fluid communication with the cavity 740. An emitter 702 is in fluid communication with the passageway 730 and a conduit 752 of the air movement apparatus. The air treatment device 700 includes a fluid tank 704 configured to contain an air treatment media, as described above. The fluid tank 704 is configured to be positioned in the cavity 740 so that the fluid tank is pierced by the piercing element 742 to enable the air treatment media to flow through the passageway 730, so that the emitter 702 can emit the air treatment media from the passageway 730 through the conduit 752. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media emitted is variable. In some embodiments, the conduit 752 extends through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the air movement apparatus 750. In some embodiments, the conduit 752 emits the air treatment media into a space defined by the air movement apparatus 750.

[0060] As described above, in some embodiments, a control system is configured to determine an amount of the air treatment media to be emitted. In one embodiment, emission of theAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDair treatment media is controlled manually using a user interface, as described above. In some embodiments, emission of the air treatment media is controlled automatically, for example, using preset or user defined inputs. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer. The timer is preset in some embodiments, and, in other embodiments, the timer is set by user defined inputs. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the air movement apparatus 750. For example, the predetermined proximity may include being positioned on the air movement apparatus 750. The amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the air movement apparatus 750. For example, a larger amount of air treatment media is dispensed for heavy articles, such as towels, whereas, as smaller amount of air treatment media is dispensed for lighter articles, such as some clothes, in some embodiments. A duration of the emission is controlled based on the type of article, in some embodiments.

[0061] In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector, as described above. In some embodiments, an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector, as described above. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a size of a room in which the air movement apparatus 750 or the air treatment device 700 is positioned. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a variable setting of the air treatment device 700. In some embodiments, the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on whether the air movement apparatus 750 or the air treatment device 700 is positioned inside or outside.

[0062] Referring to Fig. 26, the air treatment device 300, shown in Fig. 13 is adapted with an engagement feature 380 on a bottom 383 of the air treatment device 300. The engagement feature 380 is configured as a male screw component that screws into a female screw component of an air movement apparatus, for example an air movement apparatus 400. The engagement feature 380 is configured to lock the air treatment device 300 into the air movement apparatus 400. In some embodiments, the engagement feature 380 activates a circuit of the air movement apparatus 400 to enable the functionality of the air treatment device 300, as described above. InAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDsome embodiments, the engagement feature 380 enables the activation of a power switch or control switch of the air treatment device 300, as described above. It will be appreciated that the engagement feature has any suitable configuration for locking the air treatment device 300 into the air movement apparatus 400, in some embodiments.

[0063] Embodiments of the invention can be described with reference to the following numbered clauses:

[0064] 1 A vent for an air movement apparatus, the vent comprising:a frame that is configured to removably position in an opening of the air movement apparatus, wherein the opening is in fluid communication with a fluid flow path of the air movement apparatus,a treated composition positioned within frame such that the frame surrounds the treated composition, anda conduit extending through treated composition to allow air to pass through the treated composition.

[0065] 2. The vent of clause 1, wherein the frame is sized and shaped to the opening in air movement apparatus.

[0066] 3 The vent of clause 1, wherein a bottom surface of the treated composition faces into the air movement apparatus and a top surface of the treated composition faces out of the air movement apparatus when the frame is positioned in the opening.

[0067] 4. The vent of clause 1, wherein the conduit extends from a bottom surface of the treated composition to a top surface of the treated composition.

[0068] 5. The vent of clause 1, further comprising a plurality of conduits extending through the treated composition.

[0069] 6. The vent of clause 5, wherein the plurality of conduits are arranged in columns, rows, or combinations thereof.

[0070] 7. The vent of clause 5, wherein at least two of the plurality of conduits intersect at a point between a bottom surface and a top surface of the treated composition.

[0071] 8. The vent of clause 1, wherein the conduit extends perpendicularly to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0072] 9. The vent of clause 1, wherein the conduit extends at an oblique angle to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.

[0073] 10. The vent of clause 1, wherein:a first conduit extends perpendicularly to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof, anda second conduit extends at an oblique angle to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.

[0074] 11. The vent of clause 1, wherein the treated composition degrades over time as air flows through the conduit.

[0075] 12. The vent of clause 11, wherein the frame remains positioned in the air movement apparatus after degradation of treated composition until removal.

[0076] 13. The vent of clause 11 , further comprising a screen extending along a bottom surface of the treated composition to retain degraded treated composition.

[0077] 14. A vent configured to removably position in an opening of an air movement apparatus, the vent comprising:an outer boundary that is sized to the opening of the air movement apparatus,a treated composition extending between the outer boundary such that the outer boundary surrounds the treated composition, anda conduit extending through treated composition to allow air to pass through the treated composition, wherein the treated composition degrades over time as air flows through the conduit.

[0078] 15. The vent of clause 14, wherein a bottom surface of the treated composition faces into the air movement apparatus and a top surface of the treated composition faces out of the air movement apparatus when the vent is positioned in the opening.

[0079] 16. The vent of clause 14, wherein the conduit extends from a bottom surface of the treated composition to a top surface of the treated composition.

[0080] 17. The vent of clause 14, further comprising a plurality of conduits extending through the treated composition.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0081] 18. The vent of clause 17, wherein the plurality of conduits are arranged in columns, rows, or combinations thereof.

[0082] 19. The vent of clause 17, wherein at least two of the plurality of conduits intersect at a point between a bottom surface and a top surface of the treated composition.

[0083] 20. The vent of clause 14, wherein the conduit extends perpendicularly to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.

[0084] 21. The vent of clause 14, wherein the conduit extends at an oblique angle to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.

[0085] 22. The vent of clause 14, wherein:a first conduit extends perpendicularly to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof, anda second conduit extends at an oblique angle to a bottom surface of the treated composition, a top surface of the treated composition, or combinations thereof.

[0086] 23. A treated insert for an air movement apparatus, the insert comprising: a body formed from a treated composition,at least one notch formed in the body, wherein the at least one notch is sized and shaped to a corresponding tab formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body couples to the air movement apparatus by positioning the tab in the notch when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus,wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus.

[0087] 24. The insert of clause 23, wherein the body is solid.

[0088] 25. The insert of clause 23, wherein the treated composition degrades over time.

[0089] 26. The insert of clause 23, further comprising an opening formed in the body, wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow through the opening.

[0090] 27. The insert of clause 26, further comprising at least one slat extending across the opening.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0091] 28. The insert of clause 27, wherein the at least one slat is configured to direct a flow of the air from the air movement apparatus.

[0092] 29. The insert of clause 27, wherein the at least one slat is formed from the treated composition.

[0093] 30. The insert of clause 29, wherein the at least one slat degrades over time.

[0094] 31. The insert of clause 23, further comprising a plurality of notches formed in the body, wherein the plurality of notches is oriented to position over a plurality of corresponding tabs formed in the air movement apparatus.

[0095] 32. The insert of clause 23, wherein the insert is configured to position in a door of the air movement apparatus.

[0096] 33. The insert of clause 32, wherein the door of the air movement apparatus includes a vent to enable air passing over the insert to be emitted from the air movement apparatus.

[0097] 34. The insert of clause 23, wherein the body includes a handle to facilitate positioning the insert in the air movement apparatus.

[0098] 35. The insert of clause 23, wherein the insert is configured to position in the air movement apparatus adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus.

[0099] 36. The insert of clause 35, wherein openings in the vent of the air movement apparatus are adjustable.

[0100] 37. The insert of clause 35, wherein openings in the vent of the air movement apparatus are configured to automatically close after a predetermined period of time.

[0101] 38. A treated insert for an air movement apparatus, the insert comprising: a body formed from a treated composition,at least one tab extending from the body, wherein the at least one tab is sized and shaped to a corresponding notch formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body couples to the air movement apparatus by positioning the tab in the notch when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus,wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus.

[0102] 39. The insert of clause 38, wherein the body is solid.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0103] 40. The insert of clause 38, wherein the treated composition degrades over time.

[0104] 41. The insert of clause 38, further comprising an opening formed in the body, wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow through the opening.

[0105] 42. The insert of clause 41, further comprising at least one slat extending across the opening.

[0106] 43. The insert of clause 42, wherein the at least one slat is configured to direct a flow of the air from the air movement apparatus.

[0107] 44. The insert of clause 42, wherein the at least one slat is formed from the treated composition.

[0108] 45. The insert of clause 45, wherein the at least one slat degrades over time.

[0109] 46. The insert of clause 38, further comprising a plurality of tabs formed in the body, wherein the plurality of tabs is oriented to position in a plurality of corresponding notches formed in the air movement apparatus.

[0110] 47. The insert of clause 38, wherein the insert is configured to position in a door of the air movement apparatus.

[0111] 48. The insert of clause 47, wherein the door of the air movement apparatus includes a vent to enable air passing over the insert to be emitted from the air movement apparatus.

[0112] 49. The insert of clause 38, wherein the body includes a handle to facilitate positioning the insert in the air movement apparatus.

[0113] 50. The insert of clause 38, wherein the insert is configured to position in the air movement apparatus adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus.

[0114] 51. The insert of clause 50, wherein openings in the vent of the air movement apparatus are adjustable.

[0115] 52. The insert of clause 50, wherein openings in the vent of the air movement apparatus are configured to automatically close after a predetermined period of time.

[0116] 53. A treated insert for an air movement apparatus, the insert comprising: a body formed from a treated composition,an outer contour extending along the body, wherein the outer contour is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body is insertable into the opening to position the insert in the air movement apparatus,Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDwherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus.

[0117] 54. The insert of clause 53, wherein the treated composition degrades over time.

[0118] 55. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is entirely made of treated composition.

[0119] 56. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is partially made of treated composition.

[0120] 57. The insert of clause 53, further comprising a housing that is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus, wherein the treated composition is positioned within the housing.

[0121] 58. The insert of clause 53, wherein the outer contour includes a flange, a lip, a tab, a notch, or any combination thereof to facilitate a connection between the insert and the air movement apparatus.

[0122] 59. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening at an oblique angle.

[0123] 60. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening at an orthogonal angle.

[0124] 61. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into a conduit of the air movement apparatus.

[0125] 62. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus.

[0126] 63. The insert of clause 53, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a fan of the air movement apparatus.

[0127] 64. An air treatment device comprising:a fluid tank configured to contain an air treatment media,an emitter configured to emit the air treatment media contained in the fluid tank, and a control system configured to determine an amount of the air treatment media to be emitted.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0128] 65. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein the air treatment media includes an anti-bacterial fluid, an antimicrobial fluid, a scented fluid, a scent eliminator, an air neutralizer, or any combination thereof.

[0129] 66. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled manually.

[0130] 67. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled automatically.

[0131] 68. The air treatment device of clause 67, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer.

[0132] 69. The air treatment device of clause 67, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the device.

[0133] 70. The air treatment device of clause 69, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the device.

[0134] 71. The air treatment device of clause 67, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector.

[0135] 72. The air treatment device of clause 71 , wherein the chemical detector detects methane, chemicals from bacteria, chemicals from mold, or any combination thereof.

[0136] 73. The air treatment device of clause 67, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector.

[0137] 74. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a size of a room in which the device is positioned.

[0138] 75. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a variable setting of the device.

[0139] 76. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on whether the device is positioned inside or outside.

[0140] 77. The air treatment device of clause 64, wherein the device is configured to be placed on a towel warmer or placed in the towel warmer.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0141] 78. The air treatment device of clause 77, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media into a conduit of the towel warmer.

[0142] 79. The air treatment device of clause 78, wherein the conduit extends through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the towel warmer.

[0143] 80. The air treatment device of clause 77, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media into a space defined by the towel warmer.

[0144] 81. The air treatment device of clause 77, further including a code to activate the device for use with the towel warmer.

[0145] 82. An air treatment device comprising:a fluid tank configured to contain an air treatment media,an emitter configured to emit the air treatment media contained in the fluid tank, an electrical connection configured to complete a circuit in an air movement apparatus, wherein the completed circuit powers the device so that the air treatment media can be ejected.

[0146] 83. The air treatment device of clause 82, further comprising a mechanical switch that is actuated when the device is positioned in the air movement apparatus to enable the device to be powered.

[0147] 84. The air treatment device of clause 83, further comprising a power switch, wherein:movement of the power switch to an on position is disabled by the mechanical switch when the device is not positioned in the air movement apparatus, andmovement of the power switch to the on position is enabled when the device is positioned in the air movement apparatus and the mechanical switch is activated.

[0148] 85. The air treatment device of clause 84, wherein movement of the power switch to the on position enable the device to eject the air treatment media.

[0149] 86. The air treatment device of clause 82, further comprising a control system configured to determine the amount of the air treatment media to be emitted.

[0150] 87. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the air treatment media includes an anti-bacterial fluid, an antimicrobial fluid, a scented fluid, a scent eliminator, an air neutralizer, or any combination thereof.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0151] 88. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled manually.

[0152] 89. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled automatically.

[0153] 90. The air treatment device of clause 89, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer.

[0154] 91. The air treatment device of clause 89, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the device.

[0155] 92. The air treatment device of clause 91, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the device.

[0156] 93. The air treatment device of clause 89, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector.

[0157] 94. The air treatment device of clause 93, wherein the chemical detector detects methane, chemicals from bacteria, chemicals from mold, or any combination thereof.

[0158] 95. The air treatment device of clause 89, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector.

[0159] 96. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a size of a room in which the device is positioned.

[0160] 97. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a variable setting of the device.

[0161] 98. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on whether the device is positioned inside or outside.

[0162] 99. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media into a conduit of the air movement apparatus.

[0163] 100. The air treatment device of clause 99, wherein the conduit extends through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the air movement apparatus.

[0164] 101. The air treatment device of clause 82, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media into a space defined by the air movement apparatus.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0165] 102. The air treatment device of clause 82, further including a code to activate the device for use with the air movement apparatus.

[0166] 103. The air treatment device of clause 82, further comprising an engagement feature that mates with a corresponding engagement feature of the air movement apparatus.

[0167] 104. An air freshener system comprising:an air movement apparatus having:a cavity,a piercing element positioned in the cavity,a passageway in fluid communication with the cavity, andan emitter in fluid communication with the passageway and a conduit of the air movement apparatus, anda fluid tank configured to contain an air treatment media, the fluid tank configured to be positioned in the cavity so that the fluid tank is pierced by the piercing element to enable the air treatment media to flow through the passageway, wherein the emitter emits the air treatment media from the passageway through the conduit.

[0168] 105. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein the fluid tank further comprises an electrical connection configured to complete a circuit in the air movement apparatus, wherein the completed circuit powers the system so that the air treatment media can be ejected.

[0169] 106. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein the fluid tank further comprises a mechanical switch that is actuated when the device is positioned in the cavity to enable the system to be powered.

[0170] 107. The air freshener system of clause 106, wherein the fluid tank further comprises a power switch, wherein:movement of the power switch to an on position is disabled by the mechanical switch when the device is not positioned in the cavity, andmovement of the power switch to the on position is enabled when the device is positioned in the cavity and the mechanical switch is activated.

[0171] 108. The air freshener system of clause 107, wherein movement of the power switch to the on position enable the emitter to eject the air treatment media.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0172] 109. The air freshener system of clause 104, further comprising a control system configured to determine an amount of the air treatment media to be emitted.

[0173] 110. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein the air treatment media includes an anti-bacterial fluid, an antimicrobial fluid, a scented fluid, a scent eliminator, an air neutralizer, or any combination thereof.

[0174] 111. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled manually.

[0175] 112. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein emission of the air treatment media is controlled automatically.

[0176] 113. The air freshener system of clause 112, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer.

[0177] 114. The air freshener system of clause 112, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the device.

[0178] 115. The air freshener system of clause 114, wherein the amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the device.

[0179] 116. The air freshener system of clause 112, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector.

[0180] 117. The air freshener system of clause 116, wherein the chemical detector detects methane, chemicals from bacteria, chemicals from mold, or any combination thereof.

[0181] 118. The air freshener system of clause 112, wherein an automatic emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector.

[0182] 119. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein an amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a size of a room in which the device is positioned.

[0183] 120. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein an amount of air treatment media is controlled based on a variable setting of the device.

[0184] 121. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein an amount of air treatment media is controlled based on whether the device is positioned inside or outside.Attorney Docket: 92772-TBD

[0185] 122. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein the conduit extends through a base, a support, a crossbar, or combination thereof of the air movement apparatus.

[0186] 123. The air freshener system of clause 104, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media through the conduit and into a space defined by the air movement apparatus.

[0187] 124. The air freshener system of clause 104, further including a code to activate the device for use with the air movement apparatus.

[0188] 125. The air freshener system of clause 104, further comprising an engagement feature that mates with a corresponding engagement feature of the air movement apparatus.

[0189] Any theory, mechanism of operation, proof, or finding stated herein is meant to further enhance understanding of principles of the present disclosure and is not intended to make the present disclosure in any way dependent upon such theory, mechanism of operation, illustrative embodiment, proof, or finding. It should be understood that while the use of the word preferable, preferably or preferred in the description above indicates that the feature so described can be more desirable, it nonetheless cannot be necessary and embodiments lacking the same can be contemplated as within the scope of the disclosure, that scope being defined by the claims that follow.

[0190] In reading the claims it is intended that when words such as "a," "an," "at least one," "at least a portion" are used there is no intention to limit the claim to only one item unless specifically stated to the contrary in the claim. When the language "at least a portion" and / or "a portion" is used, the item can include a portion and / or the entire item unless specifically stated to the contrary.

[0191] It should be understood that only selected embodiments have been shown and described and that all possible alternatives, modifications, aspects, combinations, principles, variations, and equivalents that come within the spirit of the disclosure as defined herein or by any of the following claims are desired to be protected. While embodiments of the disclosure have been illustrated and described in detail in the drawings and foregoing description, the same are to be considered as illustrative and not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the precise forms disclosed. Additional alternatives, modifications and variations can be apparent to those skilled in the art. Also, while multiple inventive aspects and principles have been presented,Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDthey need not be utilized in combination, and many combinations of aspects and principles are possible in light of the various embodiments provided above.

Claims

Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDCLAIMS1. A treated insert for an air movement apparatus, the insert comprising:a body formed from a treated composition,an outer contour extending along the body, wherein the outer contour is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus so that the body is insertable into the opening to position the insert in the air movement apparatus,wherein air from the air movement apparatus is configured to flow around the body when the insert is positioned in the air movement apparatus to scent the air being emitted from the air movement apparatus.

2. The insert of claim 1, wherein the treated composition degrades over time.

3. The insert of claim 1, further comprising a housing that is sized and shaped to an opening formed in the air movement apparatus, wherein the treated composition is positioned within the housing.

4. The insert of claim 1, wherein the outer contour includes a flange, a lip, a tab, a notch, or any combination thereof to facilitate a connection between the insert and the air movement apparatus.

5. The insert of claim 1, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a vent of the air movement apparatus.

6. The insert of claim 1, wherein the body is configured to be inserted into the opening adjacent to a fan of the air movement apparatus.

7. An air treatment device comprising:a fluid tank configured to contain an air treatment media,an emitter configured to emit the air treatment media contained in the fluid tank,Attorney Docket: 92772-TBDan electrical connection configured to complete a circuit in an air movement apparatus, wherein the completed circuit powers the device so that the air treatment media can be ejected.

8. The air treatment device of claim 7, further comprising a mechanical switch that is actuated when the device is positioned in the air movement apparatus to enable the device to be powered.

9. The air treatment device of claim 8, further comprising a power switch, wherein: movement of the power switch to an on position is disabled by the mechanical switch when the device is not positioned in the air movement apparatus, andmovement of the power switch to the on position is enabled when the device is positioned in the air movement apparatus and the mechanical switch is activated.

10. The air treatment device of claim 7, wherein an emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a chemical detector.

11. The air treatment device of claim 10, wherein the chemical detector detects methane, chemicals from bacteria, chemicals from mold, or any combination thereof.

12. The air treatment device of claim 7, wherein an amount of the air treatment media emitted is controlled based on a size of a room in which the device is positioned.

13. The air treatment device of claim 7, wherein the emitter is configured to emit the air treatment media into a conduit of the air movement apparatus.

14. An air freshener system comprising:an air movement apparatus having:a cavity,a piercing element positioned in the cavity,a passageway in fluid communication with the cavity, andAttorney Docket: 92772-TBDan emitter in fluid communication with the passageway and a conduit of the air movement apparatus, anda fluid tank configured to contain an air treatment media, the fluid tank configured to be positioned in the cavity so that the fluid tank is pierced by the piercing element to enable the air treatment media to flow through the passageway, wherein the emitter emits the air treatment media from the passageway through the conduit.

15. The air freshener system of claim 14, further comprising a control system configured to determine an amount of the air treatment media to be emitted.

16. The air freshener system of claim 14, wherein an emission of the air treatment media is controlled by a timer.

17. The air freshener system of claim 14, wherein an emission of the air treatment media is actuated when one of a towel, a garment, or an article is detected within a predetermined proximity to the device.

18. The air freshener system of claim 17, wherein an amount of the air treatment media emitted is controlled based on a type of towel, garment, or article detected within the predetermined proximity to the device.

19. The air freshener system of claim 14, wherein an emission of the air treatment media is controlled based on input from a particulate detector.

20. The air freshener system of claim 14, wherein an amount of the air treatment media emitted is controlled based on a variable setting of the device.

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