Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The invention relates to an advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for hotels for solving a problem hereof: Dispensing traditional methods problems with Toothpaste Normal Disbursement process at Hotel Bathrooms. These methods often result in inefficiencies, including wasted toothpaste, variable hygiene levels, and logistical challenges to ensure guests are adequately provided for.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Field of the invention, in particular, relates to an advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for hotels for solving a problem hereof: Dispensing traditional methods problems with Toothpaste Normal Disbursement process at Hotel Bathrooms. These methods often result in inefficiencies, including wasted toothpaste, variable hygiene levels, and logistical challenges to ensure guests are adequately provided for.
Wasteful: Toothpaste tubes and other common dispensers dispense excessive amounts of toothpaste, costing hotel management a waste and cost. This could result in guests dispensing more toothpaste than required, resulting in the wastage of valuable resources. Implausible human error causes unnecessary consumption.
Hygiene management: Keeping hotel washrooms clean is critical to their sense of wellbeing and satisfaction. Due to the lack of proper hygiene measures in traditional dispensers, multiple users get contaminated touching those every time or while keeping toothbrushes that are not stored properly. To address these challenges, it provides automatic monitoring on the actual toothpaste usage of all guest rooms and public washrooms in real-time so that refilling can be undertaken promptly.
One of the chief challenges is simply keeping each dispenser properly packed with toothpaste at all times, a logistically challenging prospect, especially during high occupancy seasons. The wall-mounted toothpaste dispensers of today have come a long way in improving these issues by adding just about every modern convenience imaginable, such as UV sterilization, touchless operation, and smart monitoring. These new features are designed to reduce toothpaste wastage, improve hygiene levels via automated sterilization and increase operational efficiency through real-time monitoring of the amount of toothpaste being dispensed. In doing so, the invention aims to enhance guest experience and cut operational costs while keeping hygiene levels at hotels always in check.
CN20565290 The utility model discloses an automatic toothpaste dispenser, including the supporting baseplate, the rolle, the clamping piece, the lantern ring and driving motor, establish the guide post on the supporting baseplate perpendicularly, be equipped with on the guide post along the first gear of the direction of height distribution of guide post, the outside of gyro wheel is equipped with the second gear of adaptation in first gear, the both sides of gyro wheel are equipped with head rod and second connecting rod respectively, the other end of head rod is equipped with the clamping piece, the other end of second connecting rod is equipped with driving motor, driving motor's sub -unit connection has first spring, the other end of first spring is fixed on the supporting baseplate, driving motor is by microcontroller control drive, and provide the electric power support by power module, the lower part of guide post is equipped with the third connecting rod, be equipped with the lantern ring on the third connecting rod. The utility model provides a pair of automatic toothpaste dispenser, simple structure, intelligent control, the extrusion capacity of toothpaste is relatively stable, practices thrift toothpaste when using manpower sparingly, has good application prospect, is worth promoting.
RESEARCH GAP: The disclosed automatic toothpaste dispenser features a mechanical structure with gears, connecting rods, a lantern ring, and a driving motor controlled by a microcontroller to dispense toothpaste. In contrast, the advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for hotels focuses on touchless operation, UV sterilization, LED lighting, and smart monitoring, emphasizing hygiene and convenience with less mechanical complexity.
KR100891363 A multifunctional automatic toothpaste dispenser is provided to improve the aesthetics and to obtain the sanitation and convenience. CONSTITUTION: A multifunctional automatic toothpaste dispenser comprises a pumping member(100) and a cover(200). The pumping member comprises: a valve(110) in which the combining aperture is formed so that the toothpaste outlet can be combined with the body inner side of a cylinder; a top supply container(120) in which a fitting is formed; a toothpaste filler having a receiving groove; a lower part feeding hopper(130) including a stepped projection for lifting and an exhaust nozzle formed at the lower part of the stepped projection; a guide ring(140) in which a connecting part and a jamming protrusion are formed at the inner circumference; an elevation cap(150); and a push rod(160) equipped with a connection bar.
RESEARCH GAP: The multifunctional automatic toothpaste dispenser described includes a complex mechanism with a pumping member, valves, supply containers, feeding hoppers, guide rings, an elevation cap, and a push rod. In contrast, the advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for hotels is designed with features like touchless operation, UV sterilization, LED lighting, and smart monitoring, focusing more on hygiene, ease of use, and technological integration rather than mechanical complexity.
CN212785307 The utility model discloses a low-power-consumption correlation induction device and an automatic toothpaste dispenser thereof, the low-power-consumption correlation induction device comprises a controller, a voltage stabilizing unit, an infrared emission unit and an infrared detection unit, and the controller is electrically connected with the voltage stabilizing unit, the infrared emission unitand the infrared detection unit; the voltage stabilizing unit is electrically connected with the infrared emission unit and the infrared detection unit; the controller is used for generating a pulse control signal and sending the pulse control signal to the infrared emission unit and the infrared detection unit; the infrared emission unit is used for emitting infrared light according to the pulsecontrol signal; the infrared detection unit is used for starting and collecting the infrared light according to the pulse control signal, converting the infrared light into a level signal and sendingthe level signal to the controller; and the voltage stabilizing unit is used for supplying power to the controller, the infrared emission unit and the infrared detection unit.
RESEARCH GAP: The low-power-consumption correlation induction device and automatic toothpaste dispenser described primarily focus on using infrared technology for detection and control with a low power consumption design. In contrast, the advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for hotels integrates multiple advanced features such as touchless operation, UV sterilization, LED lighting, and smart monitoring via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, emphasizing hygiene, user convenience, and technological sophistication.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed. This invention relates to
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
Using our clever wall-mount toothpaste dispenser, you can create a hotel bathroom that is neater, more convenient, and cleaner. Touchless, UV sterilization, and LED lighting are just a few of the integrated smart features that meet the demands of people everywhere. It keeps toothpaste from being wasted, is incredibly clean, and is simple for hotel workers to maintain. In addition, the dispenser has infrared sensors that automatically recognize hand movements, enabling touchless operation and a more hygienic user experience. It has a single hole that you press, and an automatic system uses that button or sensors to discharge a controlled amount of toothpaste.
Features: The dispenser incorporates a sanitary shutting mechanism. When not in use, the nozzle's auto cap mechanism conceals it, and a micro sprayer uses its own sanitary solution to remove any remaining residue and maintain the nozzle clean. In addition, the device has two toothbrush holders that eliminate bacteria in between cleanings using a UV light system. LED lighting units are incorporated into the fuel dispensing nozzle and other parts of the dispenser to improve visibility in low light conditions and facilitate dispenser operation.
A Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module in the dispenser tracks the amount of toothpaste left and notifies hotel workers when it needs to be replaced. Through a smartphone app, the notifications are received, which helps to hotel staff when it needs to be refilled. The alerts are sent via a smartphone app, helping to reduce empty toothpaste dispenser syndrome and enabling timely maintenance.
In summary, present invention discloses a brand-new wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser that incorporates sophisticated design elements and state-of-the-art technology for hotel restrooms. It guarantees labor productivity and increases guest pleasure by having standard cleanliness, simplicity of use, and convenience of operation.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: LAYOUT OF DISPENSER IN HOTEL ROOMS
FIGURE 2: DISPENSER ARCHITECTURE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
Using our clever wall-mount toothpaste dispenser, you can create a hotel bathroom that is neater, more convenient, and cleaner. Touchless, UV sterilization, and LED lighting are just a few of the integrated smart features that meet the demands of people everywhere. It keeps toothpaste from being wasted, is incredibly clean, and is simple for hotel workers to maintain. In addition, the dispenser has infrared sensors that automatically recognize hand movements, enabling touchless operation and a more hygienic user experience. It has a single hole that you press, and an automatic system uses that button or sensors to discharge a controlled amount of toothpaste.
Features: The dispenser incorporates a sanitary shutting mechanism. When not in use, the nozzle's auto cap mechanism conceals it, and a micro sprayer uses its own sanitary solution to remove any remaining residue and maintain the nozzle clean. In addition, the device has two toothbrush holders that eliminate bacteria in between cleanings using a UV light system. LED lighting units are incorporated into the fuel dispensing nozzle and other parts of the dispenser to improve visibility in low light conditions and facilitate dispenser operation.
A Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module in the dispenser tracks the amount of toothpaste left and notifies hotel workers when it needs to be replaced. Through a smartphone app, the notifications are received, which helps to hotel staff when it needs to be refilled. The alerts are sent via a smartphone app, helping to reduce empty toothpaste dispenser syndrome and enabling timely maintenance.
In summary, our team is pleased to present a brand-new wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser that incorporates sophisticated design elements and state-of-the-art technology for hotel restrooms. It guarantees labor productivity and increases guest pleasure by having standard cleanliness, simplicity of use, and convenience of operation.
An advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser specifically designed for use in hotels is a major development beyond restroom realms, geared towards the improvement of bathroom hygiene and user convenience. It embeds cutting-edge technologies to solve the main pain points of using and maintaining toothpaste within a hotel environment. Instead of fussing about bacteria landing in the toothpaste and having to press on some metallic plate with one hand, why not simplify everything for the end-user? Touchless operation is also available on the highly developed dispenser, thanks to infrared sensors. It enables people to squeeze toothpaste into their hands directly without making any physical contact with the nozzle - a function that enhances hygiene because it decreases potential germ transfer. A hygienic cap mechanism is also a part of the dispenser, which automatically places a cover on the dispensing nozzle when inactive and cleans down the same with an additional spray system along with some hygiene solution. With these features in place, you can expect a consistently clean and secure experience while using the app.
Technology: The dispenser is misnamed as this device only functions at a central point, hence the dispensing capabilities are quite limiting to just UV sterilization. It features dual UV lights used to sterilize the toothbrushes that are placed in its integrated holders, along with the actual toothpaste loaded within and cleansed by these entries - ensuring bacteria does not breed. With built-in LED lighting around the dispensing nozzle, visibility has been enhanced greatly, making it ideal for use at night or in low-light conditions. This integration of technology helps the comfort of users and makes hotel bathroom operations more efficient, reducing maintenance requirements.
Simply that when the toothpaste was running low, a smart monitoring system detected this and notified preselected staff via an app (everything comes down to the App). The proactive approach makes sure that all stocks are replenished on time without any guest service interruptions and results in improved operational efficiency across hotel facilities.
R & D: Though there are many emerging ideas regarding an automatic and hygienic way to dispense toothpaste, the research is continuing for developing optimum performance in different environmental conditions as well as user groups. Further developments will see the further optimization of dispenser mechanics, used to make them more reliable and effective as well as giving consideration to variables in toothpaste viscosity and user experience.
The hotel-focused wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser is a next-generation product with many features that enhance hygiene, convenience, and efficiency. Each toothpaste dispenser (TD) unit in individual hotel rooms, such as room 1, room 2, and room 3, includes a toothpaste container (30), dispensing nozzle (60), infrared sensors, UV sterilization (80), and a brush holder (as shown in Figure 1). Infrared sensors pick up movements within a certain range of your hand and can stream the toothpaste on demand without ever actually touching any part of it. The contactless mode makes the touchpoint more hygienic by reducing physical contact for users.
A self-closing sanitary cap mechanism (40) covers the nozzle (60) between uses, while a spray system (55) cleans the nozzle with a sanitizing solution and reduces cross-contamination (as shown in Figure 2). An 80-faceted UV light system integrated into the brush holder sterilizes toothbrushes between uses to ensure they remain bacteria-free. Additionally, LED lighting at the dispensing nozzle enhances visibility, increasing ease of use when using the dispenser in poor light.
Each TD unit has a Bluetooth module to connect to a central router for smart monitoring. This system processes alerts into an app, where the units must be constrained for a specific amount of time before re-usage. After collecting data from all TD units, such as usage or maintenance demands, it gives alarms to allow hotel staff to manage through a smartphone. This intelligent monitoring system guarantees timely maintenance and replenishment, significantly reducing the risk of the toothpaste dispenser running out and providing convenience for hotel staff to manage.
The advanced wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser is a complete solution for a safe, efficient, and user-friendly journey for hotel guests. With touchless control, UV sterilization, and LED lighting coupled with smart monitoring, the vending machine enhances guest satisfaction while simplifying maintenance tasks for hotel staff, vastly increasing overall operational efficiency. Figures 1 and 2 present detailed diagrams of the system and components, clearly demonstrating connectivity between dispensing units and the intelligent monitoring system
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
Improved hygiene: It has a touchless control and UV sterilization technology, this wall-mounted hotel dispenser is perfect for keeping hotel bathrooms absolutely clean. The device is readily wall-mounted and comes with a hands-free automatic press to dispense toothpaste without cross-contamination. The built-in UV acts to sanitize the toothpaste and sanitizes with every use. Double-sealed distributor prevents flooding.
Convenience and guest experience: A naturally more convenient touchless operation to be used by guests, paired with a sleek design. You can squeeze the toothpaste directly and infrared sensors will detect your hand movement faster. Additionally, the dosing nozzle is given an integrated LED light in low-light conditions. This guest-forward approach is intended to be more satisfying and convenient.
Ease: It assists by notifying the key operational staff on their phone that now it's time to refill the toothpaste. Such a sophisticated notification system enables proactive restocking, reduces operational downtime, and keeps staff efficient. This prevents guests from the awkwardness of running out of toothpaste by providing consistent service, and a comfortable stay.
Why is this helpful, other than the fact that it saves money on toothpaste waste and maintenance? (Click for full-size photo: wall-mount above sink) The toothpaste squeezer dispenses just the right amount for a single use, which saves from using excessive quantities. The toothbrushes save plastic waste on replacing toothbrushes and give sustainability with their UV sterilization feature that ensures they last a long time.
Made to be soft: The dispenser embodies the signature luxury spa experience that today's hotel guests crave while being simply adaptable for use in various restrooms. The flexible design makes it retrofit and maintenance-friendly for different hotel operating modes. The boiler mixer tap is designed to work with standardized hotel infrastructure and maintenance practices, providing an effective solution for improved hygiene without compromising when it comes to operating standards.
, Claims:1. A wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser for use in hotel bathrooms, comprising:
a. A dispensing nozzle configured to discharge a controlled amount of toothpaste;
b. Touchless operation functionality enabled by infrared sensors that detect hand movements and trigger toothpaste dispensing without physical contact;
c. A sanitary cap mechanism that automatically covers the dispensing nozzle when not in use, and a micro sprayer that applies a sanitizing solution to clean the nozzle and remove residual toothpaste;
d. A UV sterilization system integrated into the dispenser, including UV lights for sterilizing toothbrushes placed in the dispenser's holders, and a UV light system for sanitizing the toothpaste loaded within the dispenser;
e. LED lighting incorporated into the dispensing nozzle and other parts of the dispenser to enhance visibility in low-light conditions;
f. A smart monitoring system including a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module for tracking the amount of toothpaste remaining in the dispenser and sending refill notifications to hotel staff via a smartphone app;
g. A toothbrush holder with an integrated UV sterilization system for eliminating bacteria between cleanings;
h. An automatic system for dispensing toothpaste with a single activation point, controlled either by a physical button or by the touchless infrared sensors.
2. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the infrared sensors are configured to detect hand movements within a predefined range and activate the dispensing mechanism accordingly.
3. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sanitary cap mechanism includes an automatic cover that seals the dispensing nozzle when the dispenser is not in use and is designed to prevent cross-contamination.
4. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the UV sterilization system includes:
a. Dual UV lights positioned to sterilize toothbrushes placed in the integrated holders;
b. UV light applied to the toothpaste inside the dispenser to maintain hygiene and prevent bacterial growth.
5. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the LED lighting is positioned to illuminate the dispensing nozzle and provide visibility for users in dimly lit conditions.
6. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart monitoring system:
a. Uses a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module to connect to a central router for real-time monitoring;
b. Sends alerts and notifications to a smartphone app used by hotel staff for managing refill needs and maintenance tasks.
7. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the dispensing mechanism uses an automatic control system to release a precise amount of toothpaste, minimizing waste and ensuring consistent usage.
8. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the micro sprayer applies a sanitizing solution to the nozzle after each use to ensure cleanliness and reduce the risk of bacterial transfer.
9. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein the toothbrush holder incorporates a UV sterilization feature that activates periodically to eliminate bacteria on the toothbrushes.
10. A method of using the wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser as claimed in claim 1, comprising:
a. Activating the dispenser via touchless infrared sensors or a physical button to dispense a controlled amount of toothpaste;
b. Utilizing the sanitary cap mechanism to cover the nozzle when not in use and applying a sanitizing solution to maintain cleanliness;
c. Engaging the UV sterilization system to sanitize both the toothbrushes and the toothpaste inside the dispenser;

d. Monitoring the toothpaste level using the smart monitoring system and receiving refill notifications via a smartphone app.