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Garden City, MI, United States of America

George Grech

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 173(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 123 
 
Thetford Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2015

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17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9080323 - Sealing member for a flush toilet (2015-07-14),
2. 8997268 - Flush toilet control system and related method (2015-04-07),
3. 8826939 - Drain system (2014-09-09),
4. 8529223 - Dual diaphragm pump assembly for a sanitation system (2013-09-10),
5. 8276218 - Macerator toilet (2012-10-02),
6. 8230531 - Flush toilet control system and related method (2012-07-31),
7. 8176577 - Flush toilet with improved flow pattern (2012-05-15),
8. 7861331 - Reduced water consumption flush toilet (2011-01-04),
9. D537151 - Toilet (2007-02-20),
10. D536076 - Self-contained, bench-type sanitary system (2007-01-30),
11. 6871361 - Flush toilets for RV's and boats (2005-03-29),
12. D484957 - Flush toilet (2004-01-07),
13. 6584623 - Flush toilet for RV's and boats (2003-07-01),
14. 6397405 - Flush toilet for RV's and boats (2002-06-04),
15. 5715544 - Toilet with improved flush nozzle (1998-02-10),

Title: Innovations by George Grech in Toilet Technology

Introduction

George Grech is an accomplished inventor based in Garden City, MI (US), known for his significant contributions to toilet technology. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Grech has developed innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and efficiency of flush toilets.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Sealing member for a flush toilet." This invention features a flush toilet that includes a base and a bowl assembly defining a bowl. The bowl assembly is mounted to the base and defines a discharge opening at the lower end of the bowl. A waste ball valve assembly is mounted to the flush toilet for selectively opening and closing the discharge opening of the bowl assembly. The common sealing member operates to seal the bowl to the base and to wipe a ball of the waste ball valve assembly as it is selectively opened and closed. The sealing member has a generally horizontal portion for wiping the ball of the ball valve assembly and a compressible cylindrical portion that extends upwardly from the horizontal portion. This cylindrical portion is compressed between the base and the bowl to create a seal.

Another notable patent is the "Flush toilet control system and related method." This control system includes a water delivery device for delivering a source of flush water to a bowl. The system features a controller and a user interface. The controller is designed to manage the toilet through a flush sequence in two modes. In the first mode, the controller opens the water delivery device to deliver a predetermined amount of water to the bowl. In the second mode, the controller allows for a user-adjustable amount of water to be delivered. The user interface communicates with the controller for selecting between these modes.

Career Highlights

George Grech has made a significant impact in the field of toilet technology through his work at Thetford Corporation. His innovative designs and patents have contributed to advancements in the efficiency and usability of flush toilets.

Collaborations

Grech has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Jason Smith and John E Hammond, to further enhance the development of toilet technology.

Conclusion

George Grech's contributions to toilet technology through his patents and work at Thetford Corporation highlight his role as a leading inventor in this field. His innovative solutions continue to improve the functionality and efficiency of flush toilets.

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