Apparatus for Securing Items to a Drum of a Washer and Dryer

US 11,486,085, assigned to Barry G, relates to tools & brackets technology, and is available for sale through IPApproach.

US Patents

1 granted

Assignee

Barry G

Availability

For Sale

Patents Included

• US 11,486,085↗

Technology Highlights

• The invention provides a safer and more efficient way to wash and dry footwear and other items.
• The invention comprises a plate with drum couplers (e.g., magnets) attached and straps to secure items. The invention, along with secure item, is placed within a drum of a washer or dryer, with the magnets securing the plate in place on the drum.
• The invention prevents damage to the drum and mechanical parts of the washer and dryer, the item is protected, and noise is reduced.
• The invention comprises of a first and a second finger lifts to protrude from an outer edge and allow a user to place a finger under them to pull on and detach the invention from the drums.
• The invention creates efficient washing of the item and even quicker drying and provide significant improvement over the prior art, which allowed the items to tumble in a dryer, rather than benefit from centrifugal force.

Overview

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

Listing updated August 21, 2026

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