US Patent:
20110010832, Jan 20, 2011
Inventors:
George Tsiros - Asheville NC, US
International Classification:
E03D 11/00
Abstract:
A device for removing obstructions from a drain is provided and is in the configuration of a toilet plunger having an agitator element for promoting movement of fluid and a shroud. The agitator element includes a driver having a cup that is formed with a plurality of accordion-like ribs or is semi-spherical in shape. The shroud limits any flow of fluid into a buffer space between the agitator element and the shroud, thereby operating as an anti-splash feature.