Abstract: A portable compact contact lens storage case with an integrated reservoir for storing a supply of contact lens treatment solution with an internal system for applying and recirculating the contact lens treatment solution. The portable compact lens storage case is also characterized by its narrow width, small size and portability.

Abstract: A method of packaging a plastic balloon preferably includes steps of sealing the plastic balloon within a substantially airtight package and maintaining the environment within the package in such a condition as to maintain the plastic balloon in a hydrated state that will optimize the performance characteristics of the plastic balloon when it is inflated. Antifungal and antibacterial agents are preferably also provided within the package to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria.

Abstract: A system for conserving a liquid substance (L) in a flexible receptacle (1), the substance being liable to be degraded and/or contaminated on contact with ambient air. The system includes a solid insert (3) whose outer envelope substantially matches the inside shape of the receptacle (1) in which the insert is immersed at least in part. The insert has bactericidal and/or chemical, especially antioxidant, activity and provides protective treatment by making contact with substance (L) over a large interchange area.

Abstract: The invention provides a new starch applicator devices, systems, and methods. In general, the device includes a substrate that is capable of releasably holding a compound that includes a starch. The substrate may hold the compound via a variety of means, such as absorption where the compound is a liquid, and adhesion when the compound is a powder. The systems teach methods of providing the compound-containing substrates, and the methods instruct how to use the compound-containing substrates.

Abstract: Disposable dispensers for stacks of tissue products are provided that include one or more odor control agents and one or more means for containing and releasing the odor control agents. When the means for containing and releasing the odor control agents is activated the odor control agents are released into the surrounding environment. The odor control agents include fragrant materials, odor-absorbing materials and materials that yield chemically active vapors.

Abstract: A packaging system for display and distribution of products is disclosed in which a container with an interior has a window capable of displaying the products in the interior and a dispenser through which the products may be selectively removed from the container. The container also has one or more angled surfaces positioned in the interior to direct the movement of products within the container toward the window or the dispenser upon removal of some of the products from within the container.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to new and improved solutions for packaging contact lenses and to methods for treating contact lenses with such solutions to improve the comfort of the lenses during wear. In particular, the present invention is directed to packing solutions comprising certain non-ionic surfactants containing a poly(oxyalkylene) copolymer and having a molecular weight of 4000 to 30,000. Such surfactants are retained on the surface of an unused lens for extended periods of time, resulting in surface modification that persists in the eye, thereby providing significant improvement in the wetting properties of fresh contact lenses used for the first time and, moreover, even several hours after lens insertion, preventing dryness and improving lubricity.

Abstract: A disposable drawstring bag has odor-related material in the drawstring, but not in the bag member or the drawstring channel, so that prior to activation of the drawstring arrangement the odor-related material is substantially contained within the channel, but after activation of the drawstring arrangement the odor-related material is substantially exposed.

Abstract: A packaging machine that relates to wipes, pads and applicators in general, and to machine production systems and the configuration of structures to stabilize or adhere wipes, pads or applicators before or after impregnation by formularies and substances to flexible and non-flexible barriers especially concerning the use of packaging as a non-permeable barrier. The packaging acts as a barrier by reducing or eliminating the migration of unwanted substances contained or absorbed in the wipes, pads or applicators from contacting the skin of the user of said impregnated wipes, pads or applicators.

Abstract: A non-woven porous, fibrous tissue for use in producing beverage infusion packages comprises cellulose fibres and polylactic acid (PLA) fibres to improve repulpability of waste materials.

Abstract: A method for retarding the deterioration rate of acidic paper is disclosed. The method includes placing an acidic paper article in a polymer film enclosure having a reservoir of deacidifying agent. The deacidifying agent migrates over time to the paper article in an amount sufficient to retard the deterioration rate of the paper. The method can further include placing in the polymer film enclosure a carrier material having a second reservoir of deacidifying agent. An article for retarding the deterioration rate of acidic paper is also disclosed. The article includes a polymer film enclosure having a reservoir of deacidifying agent. The polymer film enclosure is capable of enclosing an acidic paper article. The deacidifying agent is capable of migrating over time to the acidic paper article enclosed therein in an amount sufficient to retard the deterioration rate of the paper. The article can further include a carrier material having a reservoir of deacidifying agent.

Abstract: A packaging container comprises a container body an upper part opening of which performs as an exit, a seal lid sealing the exit of the container body, and an outer lid openably and closably covering the container body. A commercial label is adhered to an outer surface of the outer lid. The outer lid is attached to the container body openably and closably through the label. The packaging container can store unused pieces of sterilized cotton with a tight seal after a user peels the seal lid, and allows the user to easily and conveniently take out the pieces.

Abstract: The application describes a system comprising a container made of sterilisation-proof material and, contained therein, sterilised single-portion packs, suitable for storage individually, for foodstuffs or animal food, and a quantity of liquid needed for the sterilisation process, and also a method of sterilising single-portion packs for foodstuffs or animal food which is performed using said system.

Abstract: This invention relates to containers suitable for dispensing wipes comprising a dispensing opening that extends over more than one side.

Abstract: An adsorbent (2) is sandwiched by two films (4) from upper and lower directions; the two films (4) are bonded to upper and lower surfaces of the adsorbent (2). A skirt portion (4A) extending in a lateral direction of the adsorbent (2) is formed in an outer periphery of each of the films (4) and dispersing openings (8) are formed between the skirt portions (4A). Then, a freshness-keeping liquid impregnated in the adsorbent (2) is gradually dispersed outside from each side portion (2A) of the adsorbent (2) through the dispersing opening (8), whereby the adsorbent (2) in the freshness-keeping device (1) is prevented from contacting directly food and the freshness of the food can be kept stably in a long period of time.

Abstract: A combination of a liquid-tight meat tray an absorbent/separating layer inserted into the meat tray, wherein the absorbent/separating layer has an absorbent pad and a film arranged on the absorbent pad for reducing the permeability of meat juice released by gravity from a piece of meat placed onto the absorbent/separating layer. The meat tray, the absorbent/separating layer, and the piece of meat placed on the absorbent/separating layer are to be wrapped by a fresh-keeping foil such that a common closed envelope is formed of the fresh-keeping foil. The combination as a zone introduced into a space to be enclosed by the fresh-keeping foil, wherein the zone contains a purely plant-based preservative of crushed spice material having microbially active volatile components employed in a chemically unchanged form.

Abstract: A magazine for keeping a number of contact lenses kept in each their fluid-filled chamber is disclosed. Each chamber has a supporting wall with a concave face fitting the convex side of the contact lens. The supporting walls are placed in a row along the axis of the concave faces, each supporting wall is detachably separating consecutive chambers. The magazine contains several contact lenses at a time and constitutes an inexpensive and expedient package. When a contact lens is applied in an eye, the magazine is placed with the skirts pointing downwards. The lowest support is then removed from the rest of the magazine with a finger stuck into the skirt of the supporting wall. Due to the moisture present, the contact lens is adhering to the supporting wall which together with its skirt is now transformed into an effective applicator for applying a contact lens in an eye.

Abstract: A dispenser for moist tissue is provided including a housing formed of two housing sections for a moist tissue roll and a dispenser slit having a stepped inner surface configuration. The dispenser is positioned for use on a vertical or horizontal surface by supports attached to a housing section.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to new and improved solutions for packaging contact lenses and to methods for treating contact lenses with such solutions to improve the comfort of the lenses during wear. In particular, the present invention is directed to packing solutions comprising certain non-ionic surfactants containing a poly(oxyalkylene) copolymer and having a molecular weight of 4000 to 30,000. Such surfactants are retained on the surface of an unused lens for extended periods of time, resulting in surface modification that persists in the eye, thereby providing significant improvement in the wetting properties of fresh contact lenses used for the first time and, moreover, even several hours after lens insertion, preventing dryness and improving lubricity.

Abstract: Apparatus for hands-free portability, single-handed dispensing and omnipresent availability of folded and stacked pre-moistened antiseptic towelettes intended for use in the control and prevention of contact transmission of infectious disease by making frequent and effective hand and object cleansing feasible and appealing, despite the pressures and demands of contemporary life. It comprises a bag with a reflective and washable outer surface, which expands according to fullness, and two covered compartments separated by an insulated divider, one being employed for unused towelettes, and the other for soiled towelettes. Adjustable straps that include hook-and-loop fasteners in alternating configurations permit attachment of the bag to body parts, items worn and transported by users, inanimate objects, and mobile items in contact with floor and ground surfaces the movement of which is guided by users.

Abstract: A system for conserving a liquid substance (L) in a flexible receptacle (1), the substance being liable to be degraded and/or contaminated on contact with ambient air. The system includes a solid insert (3) whose outer envelope substantially matches the inside shape of the receptacle (1) in which the insert is immersed at least in part. The insert has bactericidal and/or chemical, especially antioxidant, activity and provides protective treatment by making contact with substance (L) over a large interchange area.

Abstract: A cap for a container housing a consumer product, in the form of a device that is capable of diffusing a volatile substance inside the container. The device includes a cap liner element for carrying the volatile substance and a barrier element, which is lodged between the cap liner element and the interior of the container. The barrier element is formed of a membrane that is permeable to the vapors of the volatile substance but impermeable to the consumer product, so as to enable molecular diffusion of the volatile substance's vapors into the headspace above the consumer product when the container is closed.

Abstract: A cosmetic case containing a replaceable inner case which can be easily removed or inserted, and which is specifically structure to maintain the cosmetic material contained therein in a fresh and useable condition. The invention is comprised of an outer case with a floor area and inner peripheral wall defining a space for an inner container, an outer cover attached by a hinge to the outer case, a main latch employed to hold the outer cover closed, a replaceable inner container providing a cosmetic holding space, an inner container cover capable of opening or closing over the cosmetic holding space, and a sub-latch employed to hold the inner cover closed against the inner container. The inner case is equipped with a hinge part to allow opening and closing of the inner cover, the hinge part fitting into a cutout section on the peripheral wall of the outer case so as to expose the hinge and thus allow wide angle opening of the inner case cover.

Abstract: A disposable dental wipe made of a material substrate of predetermined size and dimensions for use in wiping the teeth, gums, and oral mucosa of an infant is provided. The dental wipes are impregnated with fluoride to strengthen erupted and growing teeth. Use of the dental wipes depends upon sensory pressure nerve endings in the user's fingers to quantitate the pressure at the time of cleaning. Fluoride may be impregnated onto the wipe for introduction into the oral cavity through any suitable composition, including gels, pastes, and powders, but is preferably introduced through an aqueous solution. Also included is a dental wipe dispenser for storing the wipes for ready usage.

Abstract: In order to stabilize the air humidity in a musical instrument case, in a protective container 7 with interior openings 9 and further within a mesh bag, a hydrophilic polymer activated with water is provided. Protective container 7 with mesh bag 1 and stabilizer substance are disposed in the instrument case.

Abstract: A package suitable for carrying an artificial lens which includes a container and a removable insert disposed within the container. The removable insert defines an enclosed insert chamber sufficiently large to hold the artificial lens. The removable insert has insert walls which are sufficiently thin to allow the manipulation of an artificial lens disposed within the insert chamber by applying mechanical force to the exterior of the insert walls. Typically the removable insert is attached to a container cap or other container closure structure having a downwardly directed projection member. In this embodiment, the simple removal of the container cap from the container coincidentally removes the removable insert from the container.

Abstract: A sample collection assembly provides for the collection, transport and dispensing of a plurality of discrete biological samples. The assembly includes a sample tray which supports sample wells in spaced apart registration. The sample wells are provided for the collection of the discrete biological samples. The sample tray including the sample wells is supported in a sample tray case which encloses the sample tray. The sample tray is movably accommodated within the case for movement between a first position enclosing the sample wells to a second position rendering exteriorly accessible one of the sample wells to permit dispensement of the sample well from the tray.

Abstract: A cylindrical container with a bottom has an opening in which a projection is installed, the projection having a shape which will not deform solder balls when inserted into a packed layer of solder balls within the container. Its shape is such that its cross section has a streamlined or inverted conical shape, or it is cylindrical with a tip having a semi-spherical or inverted conical shape. Blackening, electrical charging, and deformation of solder balls packed in the container can be prevented during transport.

Abstract: A composition comprising a storage-stable organ preservation solution, comprising a linear polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of approximately 20,000 Daltons and being essentially free of decomposition products. This solution can be used for organ preservation as a perfusate in a process in which the perfusate is flowed through the circulatory system of the organ, and can also be used for transplantation or routine open heart cardioplegic applications.

Abstract: A cosmetic case containing a replaceable inner case which can be easily removed or inserted, and which is specifically structured to maintain the cosmetic material contained therein in a fresh and useable condition. The invention is comprised of an outer case with a floor area and inner peripheral wall defining a space for an inner container, an outer cover attached by a hinge to the outer case, a main latch employed to hold the outer cover closed, a replaceable inner container providing a cosmetic holding space, an inner container cover capable of opening or closing over the cosmetic holding space, and a sub-latch employed to hold the inner cover closed against the inner container. The inner case is equipped with a hinge part to allow opening and closing of the inner cover, the hinge part fitting into a cutout section on the peripheral wall of the outer case so as to expose the hinge and thus allow wide angle opening of the inner case cover.

Abstract: In order to prevent undesirable deformations in a plate-shaped filter holder for a sterilising container, including a peripheral outer pressure rim, a central pressure region, a mounting device for fixing the filter holder on the sterilising container, and including webs between the outer pressure rim and the central pressure region which leave open breakthroughs therebetween, it is proposed that the webs extend at least partially in a direction which comprises a component in the peripheral direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container for storing contact lenses. The inventive container can be filled with a liquid for wetting the contact lenses, and consists of a bottom container part and a top container part. Said top container part can be closed on the bottom container part in such a way that the container is water-tight. A receiving part for receiving the contact lenses is located in the bottom container part. A lid part which is provided in the top container part interacts with the receiving part in the bottom container part when the container is closed.

Abstract: A portable, flexible humidor for cigars is provided. A flexible cigar storage compartment and a flexible moisture control compartment are connected by a passageway having a staggered series of channels which permit moisture-laden air to flow from one compartment to another while deterring the flow of liquid. Cigars are stored in the flexible cigar storage compartment and a moist sponge is inserted in the flexible moisture control compartment. Both compartments have resealable openings which permit the user to repetitively open and close the compartments to gain access to the cigars and the sponge.

Abstract: Disclosed is a package containing a plurality of cut lengths of fibrous casing which are moisturized to substantially soaked levels of moisture and are retained in an evacuated plastic bag wherein the moisture level of the casing is derived from free water added into the bag prior to evacuation. Also disclosed is a method of packaging cut lengths of casing which provides for the addition of soaked levels of moisture to the casing in the bag.

Abstract: A portable contact lens and fluid storage kit comprising a generally conventional lens case adapted to receive a quick-detachable key ring attachment device so that the case may be carried with a set of keys in a convenient and hard to forget fashion. The key chain attachment device is easily detached so that the case may be separated from the keys and rested on a flat surface during contact lens insertion and removal. In a further form, the invention comprises removable, sealed fluid inserts adapted to nest inside the lens-holding cups of the lens case, containing enough contact lens treating fluid to fill their respective cups.

Abstract: There is disclosed a package containing a series of side-by-side label rolls and an ink roll package positioned in a tubular opening in the label rolls and having a flange against the side of the endmost roll. The flange provides a stop to limit migration or insertion of the ink roll package into the opening. The flange provides a surface to which a cover sheet or label can be releasably attached. The cover sheet can carry a substantial amount of information and is peelable to release the ink rolls.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms in an aqueous medium comprises contacting the aqueous medium with a permeable body comprising material which interacts with the microorganisms. Such interaction involves a change in the chemical structure of the material resulting from the action of one or more of the microorganisms. The permeable body may take the form of a permeable bag containing plant fibers and may be used for the treatment of photoprocessor wash waters.

Abstract: A wet tissue product composed of a stacked body of folded wet tissues and a container or package housing the stacked body in which each of the folded wet tissues is formed by folding a plane wet tissue with one edge thereof upward and the other edge thereof downward along folding line portions to have an upper folded portion, a lower folded portion and an intermediate portion between the upper and lower folded portions. The folded wet tissues are consecutively combined such that the folding line portion forming the lower folded portion of the upper wet tissue is sandwiched between the upper folded portion and the intermediate portion of the succeeding lower wet tissue.

Abstract: A cosmetic case containing a replaceable inner case which can be easily removed or inserted, and which is specifically structured to maintain the cosmetic material contained therein in a fresh and usable condition. The invention is comprised of an outer case with a floor area and inner peripheral wall defining a space for an inner container, an outer cover attached by a hinge to the outer case, a main latch employed to hold the outer cover closed, a replaceable inner container providing a cosmetic holding space, an inner container cover capable of opening or closing over the cosmetic holding space, and a sub-latch employed to hold the inner cover closed against the inner container. The inner case is equipped with a hinge part to allow opening and closing of the inner cover, said hinge part fitting into a cutout section on the peripheral wall of the outer case so as to expose the hinge and thus allow wide angle opening of the inner case cover.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-phase layer system with packaging, characterized in that a first layer (3) which forms an outer wall, a second layer (11) which forms a separating layer and a third layer (14) forming another outer wall are provided. A moist layer (4) is placed between the first (3) and the second layer (11) and a dry layer (13) is placed between the second (11) and the third (14) layer. All directly adjacent layers have a common, interconnected preferably soldered area. In addition, the sides of the second (11) and third (14) layer which face the inner area surrounded by the first (3) and second (11) layers are air-tight and moisture-proof.

Abstract: Thin absorbent food pads with a bulk under 0.5 cm are provided having an insulation layer and from 3 to 30 sheets of compressed wet resilient cellulosic material wherein the absorbent pad has an absorbent capacity of at least 10 grams fluid per gram absorbent material and which expands in volume by at least 50%, relative to dry volume, upon wetting. The thin absorbent pads may be provided by calendering the insulation layer and cellulosic sheets under a force of about 100 to 1500 pounds per linear inch, thereby reducing the bulk of the pad by 30 to 60% and creating a pad which will significantly expand upon wetting to achieve an aqueous absorbent capacity of about 0.85 grams fluid per square centimeter (5.5 g/square inch).

Abstract: A container for therapeutic use is formed of a main body, which is made of a flexible resin and provided with a bag portion. The bag portion is formed in a flat shape at at least a part thereof where mutually-opposing walls of the bag portion are peelably welded together at inner surfaces thereof to form a welded region. A hole is formed as an attachment hole through at least one of the mutually-opposing walls in the welded region. A holder with a medicament placed therein, said medicament being prone to a change in property or color upon absorption of moisture, is hermetically attached to the at least one wall over the attachment hole to seal the medicament in the holder. A moisture-barrier member with a desiccant placed therein is arranged on a side opposite to the holder so that the other wall of the bag portion is hermetically covered by the moisture-barrier member at a position at least corresponding to the attachment hole.

Abstract: An improved storage bag with moisture emitting pad is disclosed. The bag has a first outer panel, a second outer panel, and an inner panel constructed from plastic film, the panels all being connected together to form a storage bag with a first compartment and a second compartment. Located in the first compartment is a hydrated absorbent pad for emitting moisture vapor that is transmitted through the inner layer into the second compartment. The second compartment is for storing products requiring humidity conditioning such as natural and synthetic leather products, e.g., shoes, sports gloves and the like. Either or both of the bag compartments could have an opening which could be equipped with a reclosable fastener.

Abstract: A packaging system for a bioelectrical stimulating and recording electrode is provided. The system includes a semi-porous protective container in which the electrode is housed. A conductive biocompatible and bioresorbable liquid partially fills the container in order for the electrode housed therein to be coated by the liquid. While the preferred conductive liquid is glycerol, other liquids may be chosen for practicing the invention.

Abstract: In a package for contact lenses, especially single-wear contact lenses, the receiver is configured to contain a contact lens and protective cleaning liquid, and is configured as a plastic bottle with a detachable stopper.

Abstract: A tubular absorbent pad for food products and a method of manufacturing the pad are disclosed. The pad comprises at least one plastic sheet defining an outer layer of an axially elongated tube having a perforated moisture permeable portion. Absorbent material is disposed inwardly of the plastic sheet and defines at least one absorbent layer of the elongated tube, and super-absorbent material is disposed inwardly of the absorbent sheet, to form a tubular absorbent pad which can absorb liquid exuded from a food product. The invention further provides, in combination, a tray and one or more tubular absorbent pads, the tray being constructed and arranged for receiving the tubular absorbent pads. The tray comprises a body having a generally flat central section and four upstanding walls, the body defining at least one channel surrounding the central section which is shaped to receive tubular absorbent pads.

Abstract: A portable and compact cigar humidifier has a pull-out member encasing a slab of spongy material. A pair of circular windows cut through opposite walls of the member have a diameter slightly larger than the maximum diameter of a conventional cigar. A circular aperture in the spongy material slab is co-axiallly aligned with the windows, and has a diameter slightly less than the minimum diameter of a conventional cigar. The spongy material is implemented with an aromatic liquid. A cigar can be passed through the windows and aperture to humidify its outer skin.

Abstract: A tissue dispenser for dispensing either dry or partially wet and partially dry segments of tissues. The tissue dispenser generally comprises a housing having a tissue egress passage, a tissue source of a predetermined quantity of dry tissue located in the housing, a fluid source of a predetermined volume of fluid located in the housing, and an actuatable application mechanism in fluid communication with the fluid source and operationally positioned proximate to the tissue egress passage. The application mechanism can be actuated to dispense fluid onto the tissue as the tissue passes through the tissue egress passage. One partially wet and partially dry tissue can be used to clean and dry an article. The dispenser will dispense dry tissues if the application mechanism is not actuated while the tissue passes through the egress passage.

Abstract: A cleaning kit for use in cleaning surfaces in clean rooms, semiconductor fabrication plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, etc. A stack of extremely clean wipers is packaged together with a container of cleaning fluid in a liquid-tight outer container. The kit is stored until just before it is to be used. Fluid is released from the inner container into the wipers. In one embodiment, the inner container is frangible and is broken by application of hand pressure to the outside of the outer container. The cleaning liquid is allowed to soak into the wipers, and the wipers are removed from the outer container for use. The container can be resealed to protect the wipers after the package has been opened. This device and method minimize deterioration of the wiper material due to prolonged contact with the cleaning fluid, and minimize the loss of effectiveness of substances such as biocides which might deteriorate due to prolonged contact with the wiper material.

Abstract: A container is provided for storing a contact lens in a liquid, the contact lens having a base surface defining a base curve equivalent radius and a front surface. The container includes a base portion and a bowl portion formed integral with the base portion for containing the liquid and the contact lens. The bowl portion includes a lens seating section having an inner surface defined by a radius sized from slightly larger than to equal to the base curve equivalent radius so that the front surface of the contact lens removably adheres to the inner surface. The base curve equivalent radius may be from about 85% to about 100% of the inner surface radius, and the inner surface radius may be about 9.0 mm.