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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 23, 2016
Filed:
Aug. 09, 2012
Michael J. Kosak, Byron Center, MI (US);
Michael K. Greene, Ada, MI (US);
Daniel L. Schlenk, Grand Rapids, MI (US);
Michael J. Kosak, Byron Center, MI (US);
Michael K. Greene, Ada, MI (US);
Daniel L. Schlenk, Grand Rapids, MI (US);
ACCESS BUSINESS GROUP INTERNATIONAL LLC, Ada, MI (US);
Abstract
A filter assembly for a water treatment system includes a first end cap and a second end cap that secure about the ends of a filter. A central member extends through a central void in the filter. The filter assembly has corresponding non-adhesive locking mechanisms that interact to secure the filter assembly together. Two gaskets may sandwich the filter and a reflector may be positioned within the central member. An ultraviolet lamp may also be positioned within the central member.