Abstract: A product dispenser for compelling a flowable product from a container comprising a frame assembly having first and second opposed frame assembly ends, first and second opposed dispensing notches respectively on the first and second frame assembly ends, at least one elongate drive member substantially extending between the first and second assembly ends and having first and second drive member ends. The dispenser may also have first and second drive trains each comprising a plurality of interconnected gears and each respectively operatively coupled to the first and second drive member ends, a driven member threadably coupled to the elongate drive member and adapted to travel between the first and second frame assembly ends, and a crank assembly adapted to be selectively operatively coupled to one of the drive trains. Actuation of the crank assembly may cause travel of the driven member between the first and second frame assembly ends.

Abstract: A product dispenser is used for compelling a flowable product from a package. The package is positioned within a container that may be coupled to a base member that slides in and out of a housing so that the container may function as a drawer. An extruder member compresses the package against the bottom wall to compel product therefrom. A retention device secures an end of the package in the container and prevents the package from becoming bunched up within the container. By doing so, the retention device helps ensure that the maximum amount of product is compelled from the package by the time the extruder member reaches its terminal position.