Apparatus and method for efficient dispensing of fluids from a container

Abstract

The invention provides an apparatus and method for tipping and efficiently drawing fluid from a bucket or container. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus includes a frame, a bracket attached to the frame, a pressure sprayer connected to a suction hose, and a guiding rod placed through the bracket and connected to the suction hose. In another exemplary embodiment, the device includes a bracket attached directly to the pressure sprayer. In one example, the bracket is made of a rigid metal alloy capable of supporting 5 gallons of paint. In use, the sprayer draws liquid from the container through the suction hose. As the container is emptied of fluid, the spring action provided by the handle raises the container. The guiding rod does not allow the bottom corner of the container to move; therefore, the container tilts toward the bottom corner forcing a pooling of liquid within reach of the suction hose. This invention also provides a rounded filter attached to the end of the suction hose which matches the bottom corner of the container and enhances the ability of the suction hose to gather fluid from low levels in the container.

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