Patent ID: 9033266
Filing Date: 2015-05-19
Classification: B65F

Abstract:
1. A self-contained, automatic access port unit for installation into a solid counter surface, said access port unit comprising: a pivotally-operating cover plate; and an operational mechanism, wherein said operational mechanism comprises a drive arm in communication with said pivotally-operating cover plate; a motive mechanism to urge said drive arm, wherein forward movement of said motive mechanism urges said drive arm and said pivotally-operated cover plate upward to close said pivotally-operating cover plate, and wherein reverse movement of said motive mechanism urges said drive arm and said pivotally-operated cover plate downward to open said pivotally-operating cover plate; a sensor, wherein said sensor recognizes approaching refuse while the refuse is in approach to said pivotally-operating cover plate; and a timer in communication with said motive mechanism, wherein said timer is selectively programmed to activate after a period of time, and wherein said activation of said timer signals said motive mechanism to reverse its movement direction.