MICHAEL B GREGG
Medical Practice at 74 Ter, Fort Lauderdale, FL
License number
Florida 50093
Expiration Date
Nov 8, 1987
Category
Health Care
Type
Emergency Medical Technician
Address
Address
4610 SW 74Th Ter, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Professional information
Bumper Assemblies For Swimming Pool Cleaners
US Patent:
6226826, May 8, 2001
Filed:
Feb 5, 1999
Appl. No.:
9/244737
Inventors:
Chris A. Rice - Boca Raton FL
Mark J. Bauckman - Boca Raton FL
Michael J. Gregg - Plantation FL
Mark J. Bauckman - Boca Raton FL
Michael J. Gregg - Plantation FL
Assignee:
Zodiac Pool Care, Inc. - Fort Lauderdale FL
International Classification:
E04H 416
US Classification:
15 17
Abstract:
Bumpers and assemblies for swimming pool cleaners are disclosed. Such assemblies may include contoured frames to which flexible fins are attached to facilitate deflection of cleaners when obstacles are encountered. Side wings connecting the frame to the body of a cleaner may additionally be employed as part of the assemblies, as may a weight moveable about two axes. In use, the side wings both promote cleaner deflection and reduce body wear that otherwise would occur. The non-stationary weight permits continuous rebalancing of the cleaner depending on its location and orientation within a pool. An optional lower bumper facilitates operation of the cleaner by reducing the likelihood of its becoming trapped against objects such as steps located within swimming pools.