US3662425A
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Scrap block
Assignee: Griffon Corp
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Filing: 1970-06-22
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Granted: 1972-05-16
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Expires: 1990-06-22
Abstract
Abstract An improved scrap block for use with commercial food service equipment. An upstanding lip extends inwardly along a portion of the upper edge of the block to allow rapid removal of jelled liquids and food particles from dishware. The lower engagement wall has a circular bead detent around its outer surface to insure that the block will not be knocked out of position. The block has an annular skirt covering the receiving hole, preventing drippings getting therein.
Inventors
- 👤 Hyman J Klein
- 👤 W Bennett
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 12:08
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47L; A47L17/00; A47L17/04; A47L17/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 13
Claim 1
Independent Claim
90 words
An improved scrap block made of relatively flexible material positioned within an aperture in a commercial food service table comprising: a. an upper wall having an upper edge and a lower edge and an inner wall and an outer wall defining a hollow space therebetween; b. a lower wall secured to the upper wall at its lower edge and received within the aperture; and c. a lip portion including an upwardly and inwardly extending wall section, extending along the portion of the upper wall, secured to the upper edge thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
90 words
An improved scrap block made of relatively flexible material positioned within an aperture in a commercial food service table comprising: a. an upper wall having an upper edge and a lower edge and an inner wall and an outer wall defining a hollow space therebetween; b. a lower wall secured to the upper wall at its lower edge and received within the aperture; and c. a lip portion including an upwardly and inwardly extending wall section, extending along the portion of the upper wall, secured to the upper edge thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The invention according to claim 1, the lip portion extending upwardly from the upper wall.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention according to claim 2, the inner Surfaces of the lower wall and upper wall being contiguous.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention according to claim 3, the lip section extending along less than 180* of the upper wall.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The invention according to claim 2, the lip extending along 120* of the upper wall.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
30 words
The invention according to claim 5, the lip being defined by two opposed side surfaces and upper edge therebetween, the upper edge and side surfaces having rounded connecting edges therebetween.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention according to claim 2, at least one detent located on the outer surface of the lower wall.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention according to claim 2, a circular bead located on the outer surface of the lower wall.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
The invention according to claim 1, an annular skirt extending outwardly and downwardly from the outer wall, the bottom surface thereof contacting the food service table.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
57 words
The invention according to claim 9, at least one elongated detent secured to the outer surface of the lower wall, positioned below the food surface table, abutting the bottom surface thereof, so that when the block is in position within the aperture, a strong securement is maintained between the block and the table, creating a suction fit.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
41 words
The invention according to claim 9, the walls being joined unitarily, the skirt engaging the upper surface and the wall engaging the lowe surface of the food service table to hermetically confine the hollow space between the aperture and the block.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
45 words
The invention according to claim 11, the lower wall having means to engage the lower surface of the food service table and the surface of the aperture to form an hermetic seal, the means and the skirt thus forming a suction fit with the aperture.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-05-16 | 1975-11-15 | 1976-05-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-16 | 1979-11-15 | 1980-05-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-16 | 1983-11-15 | 1984-05-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |