AF Gruppen has been granted a patent for a kit designed to simplify the process of changing engine oil in vehicles. The kit includes a bucket with a spigot for easy draining, a dolly for mobility, and a stand for elevating the bucket. Additional features like a hook for oil filters and a magnet for tools enhance usability. GlobalData’s report on AF Gruppen gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Kit for collecting spent engine oil during vehicle oil change
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12000534B1) discloses a kit designed for efficiently collecting spent engine oil from a vehicle. The kit includes a bucket with a drain port and a spigot for controlling the flow of oil, a dolly for supporting the bucket, and a stand to elevate the bucket above the working surface. The bucket features a sloped bottom towards the drain port and a rotatable spigot with a spout that can be positioned horizontally or downwardly. Additionally, the bucket may come equipped with a handle and a lid with a magnet for holding metal tools.
Furthermore, the kit offers various configurations to accommodate different capacities of oil, with options ranging from at least six to twelve quarts. The stand included in the kit is collapsible, making it easy to store when not in use. The method outlined in the patent involves placing the bucket on the dolly, positioning it under the vehicle to collect the oil, and then transferring the oil into a recycling container by utilizing the spigot. An extension tube can also be attached to the spigot for added convenience during the oil transfer process. Overall, this patented kit provides a practical and user-friendly solution for safely collecting and disposing of spent engine oil from vehicles.
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