Haier Smart Home has been granted a patent for an innovative icemaker appliance that includes a filter nested within a reservoir to ensure liquid not frozen on the ice maker is filtered and recirculated. The design allows for efficient use of liquid in the ice-making process. GlobalData’s report on Haier Smart Home gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Filtered liquid recirculation system for icemaker appliance
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11920847B2) discloses an innovative icemaker appliance designed with a unique filtration system. The appliance includes a cabinet with an ice storage compartment, an ice mold, a first reservoir for collecting liquid from the ice mold, and a gravity deionization filter suspended above the reservoir. The filtration system features a circulation system with a pump and nozzle to dispense liquid onto the filter, ensuring that the liquid enters only through the top of the filter, allowing for efficient filtration along the vertical direction.
Furthermore, the patent details additional components of the icemaker appliance, such as a second reservoir for liquid circulation, a cleanout line with a valve for maintenance, and a sealed cooling system with an evaporator positioned at the ice mold. The appliance also includes a water supply conduit with a supply valve for regulating water flow. The filtration system comprises layers of liquid porous filtration material and deionization resin enclosed in a filter casing, providing a comprehensive filtration process. The appliance's design aims to enhance the efficiency and functionality of the icemaking process while ensuring the quality of the produced ice for consumer use.
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