Patent ID: 6802153
Filing Date: 2004-10-12
Classification: A01M

Abstract:
A chemical applicator apparatus for applying a chemical from a chemical supply source to a surface, comprising:an interface element in fluid communication with a respective fluid distribution opening, the interface element receiving the chemical flow from the fluid distribution opening; and a substantially planar, freely hanging, flexible wick sheet in fluid communication with the interface element, the wick sheet absorbing the chemical flow from the interface element; an intake manifold having: a fluid receiving opening, the fluid receiving opening receiving a chemical flow from the chemical supply source; and a fluid distribution opening, the fluid distribution opening distributing the received chemical flow; a frame, the intake manifold being coupled to the frame; and a substantially planar wick coupler having a first end coupled to the frame, and a second end opposite the first end, the second end being coupled to the wick sheet; wherein the interface element is comprised of:a substantially planar chemical dispersal member having: a first planar surface; a second planar surface opposite the first planar surface; and an opening having a central axis, the opening forming a passage connecting the first planar surface and second planar surface; and a conduit member, the conduit member being centered about the central axis of the corresponding opening, the conduit member having: a receiving opening, the receiving opening being in fluid communication with the intake manifold; a distribution opening opposite the receiving opening, the distribution opening coupled to the first surface of the chemical dispersal member.