US Patent:
20110311370, Dec 22, 2011
Inventors:
Jeffrey A. Sloss - Batavia IL, US
Mike Panson - Pittsburgh PA, US
International Classification:
F04B 49/00
Abstract:
The present invention in several embodiments is a sump pump system with broad capabilities for remote and automatic operation. The sump pump system of the present invention is preferably connected to the internet and possesses means for communicating over the internet. The sump pump system could comprise redundant, auxiliary, and emergency devices to guard against failure or miss operation of the components of the system. Additionally, the system could comprise failsafe routines to combat the risk of flooding.