ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 28 -- United States Patent no. 12,533,610, issued on Jan. 27.

"Device and method for emptying water treatment vessels" was invented by Sam Tyler (Carver, Mass.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The disclosed invention pertains to a novel device and method for effectively emptying water treatment vessels. This innovation may provide a sturdy, aluminum-framed apparatus featuring a cradle and adjustable legs. The water treatment vessel may be securely fastened onto the cradle after the frame is first adjusted to a suitable height using the device's adjustable legs. A water hose may be attached to the device's fitting, directing water into the vessel for rinsing filter media or...