MUMBAI, India, Nov. 2 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641120124 A) filed by Saranathan College Of Engineering on October 07, 2026, for A Multi-Purpose Sanitation Tool.
Inventors include B. Sekar; G. Venkatesan; S. Kannan; Abirami Kathirvel; J. Jeseema; and S. Queen Sarah.
The application for the patent was published on October 30, 2026, under issue no. 44/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-purpose sanitation tool designed to improve the safety, hygiene, efficiency, and ergonomic conditions of sanitation workers during cleaning and waste-handling operations. The tool comprises an elongated handle, mechanical linkage arrangement, and selectively attachable sanitation attachments including a fork, grabber, and scraper mechanism. The fork attachment facilitates collection of loose waste such as leaves, paper, plastic, and similar materials, while the grabber enables picking and handling of waste with reduced direct hand contact. The scraper attachment facilitates removal of mud, dirt, stains, and stubborn waste from various surfaces. A mechanical linkage arrangement transmits manual movement from an operating portion of the handle to the selected attachment, while a locking or selector arrangement enables secure attachment and operation. The tool reduces repeated bending, minimizes physical contact with potentially contaminated materials, and eliminates the need to carry multiple separate sanitation tools. The compact, lightweight, durable, and economical tool is suitable for street cleaning, public places, drainage areas, waste collection, construction sites, and other sanitation applications, thereby supporting safer and more efficient cleaning operations.
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