US4513923A
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Commode toilet tissue dispenser
Assignee: Maddak Inc
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Filing: 1983-10-31
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Granted: 1985-04-30
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Expires: 2003-10-31
Abstract
Abstract Means for mounting a roll of tissue on a tubular member of a commode frame, comprising a U-shaped bracket having a pair of legs with a roller for supporting the tissue between the legs, and a U-shaped clamp which embraces the tubular member. Fasteners connect the ends of the clamp to the mid-section of the bracket for mounting the tissue on the commode frame.
Inventors
- 👤 George Ulics
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 11:30
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47K; A47K11/00; A47K11/04; A47K10/00; A47K10/24; A47K10/32; A47K10/34; A47K10/38; A47K13/00; A47K13/24
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
160 words
Means for mounting a roll of tissue on a commode having a tubular member comprising: a U-shaped bracket having a pair of spaced legs and an elongated bight; roller means suitable for supporting a roll of tissue, the ends of the roller means being releasably connected to the bracket legs such that the roller means spans the two legs; the bight of the bracket having a plurality of longitudinally spaced openings adapted to receive fastener means; an insert engaging the bight of the bracket and having a pair of bulges received in a first pair of said openings in the bracket, the insert having a groove with a curvature complementing the curvature of the tubular member; a clamp having a midsection embracing the tubular member, and a pair of ends adjacent a second pair of said openings in the bracket; and fastener means received in the second pair of openings to connect the clamp to the bight of the bracket.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
160 words
Means for mounting a roll of tissue on a commode having a tubular member comprising: a U-shaped bracket having a pair of spaced legs and an elongated bight; roller means suitable for supporting a roll of tissue, the ends of the roller means being releasably connected to the bracket legs such that the roller means spans the two legs; the bight of the bracket having a plurality of longitudinally spaced openings adapted to receive fastener means; an insert engaging the bight of the bracket and having a pair of bulges received in a first pair of said openings in the bracket, the insert having a groove with a curvature complementing the curvature of the tubular member; a clamp having a midsection embracing the tubular member, and a pair of ends adjacent a second pair of said openings in the bracket; and fastener means received in the second pair of openings to connect the clamp to the bight of the bracket.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
Means as defined in claim 1, in which the first pair of openings are disposed between the second pair of openings in the bracket.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
54 words
Means as defined in claim 1, including tape wrapped around the tubular member, the tape having adhesive on opposite sides thereof and being disposed between the insert and the clamp to prevent the bracket from being moved with respect to the tubular member at such times as the clamp is connected to the bracket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
Means as defined in claim 1, in which the bracket has a recessed midsection in its bight, and the insert is disposed in the recessed midsection.
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) | 1988-04-29 | 1988-10-29 | 1989-04-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-04-29 | 1992-10-29 | 1993-04-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-04-29 | 1996-10-29 | 1997-04-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |