Abstract: An adapter for positioning a teat on a container having a neck with an outer thread, includes an upper element and a central element, whose upper surface is a platform and whose lower portion includes at least one thread for engaging with the outer thread, the upper element adapted to be juxtaposed on the platform of the central element, the upper and central elements engaging by at least one closing member enabling to rigidly connect the upper element on the central element in a permanent or reversible manner, the space situated between the upper element and the platform being to receive the skirt of the teat, each of the upper and central elements having a central opening, the two central openings being suitable for being juxtaposed, the opening of the upper element intended to receive the teat, which can be slipped on from the inner surface of the upper element.

Abstract: A bottle adornment device includes a clamp assembly having a form portion and a clamp portion engaging the form portion. A bottle engaging element is carried between the form portion and the clamp portion, and a decorative item carried by the form portion.

Abstract: A capsule for bottle necks (2) consisting of: an adhesive disc (1) arranged on the upper part of the bottle neck (2); a sleeve made of a heat-shrinkable material (3), having a cylindrical shape and an initial diameter larger than that of the bottle neck (2).

Abstract: A device for selective attachment to a conventional aluminum beverage can with internal liquid-holding pouch. A flavoring, alcohol based, energy drink, a medication, etc. can be contained in the device and mixed with the liquid contained in beverage cans. With the device atop a can and the device and can opened, tilting and pouring the liquid of the can causes liquid within the device to be dispensed and entrained into the stream of the liquid exiting the beverage can. A mixed drink can be provided comprised of the first liquid of the device and the second liquid provided by the can. Substantially uniform concentration of the two liquids is maintained from start to finish. Mixing occurs on an incremental basis and there is no substantial mixing of liquid from the device within the chamber of the can or from the liquid of the can within the cavity/pouch of the device.

Abstract: An apparatus for connection to a bottle to assist with pill ingestion includes a generally cylindrical hollow base portion manufactured from a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined size for insertion into a mouth of such bottle. A mechanism is disposed at a predetermined location on such base portion for sealingly engaging such base portion to an interior surface of such mouth of such bottle. A generally cylindrical hollow top portion is operably connected to such base portion closely adjacent an upper end of such base portion, such top portion is manufactured from a second predetermined material and has a second predetermined size and includes an open top end. A mesh material is fixedly disposed at a predetermined location within one of such base portion and such top portion for supporting at least one pill thereon.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a bottle clamp having first and second clamp arms extending beyond respective first and second pivot axes. The clamp arms are held in a closed position. A rotatable locking element part is provided on an extension region of the first clamp arm, and a fixed locking element part is provided on an extension region of the second clamp arm.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable water bottle and dish assembly and method for humans and pets to provide a human or pet with a readily accessible water bottle integrally attached to a delivery dish. The portable water bottle and dish assembly broadly comprises a bottle having a top portion and a body portion with an outer shell and an internal chamber that is removably attached and housed within a delivery dish. The delivery dish is configured in size and shape to provide access to a pet or human for drinking therefrom. Optionally, the bottle comprises an insulating internal chamber adapted to insulate the liquid housed therein, keeping the liquid at a constant temperature for a period of time. Alternatively, the delivery dish comprises an insulating interior compartment adapted to insulate the liquid when the bottle is within the interior compartment of the delivery dish.

Abstract: A refill cartridge disposable within a spray bottle during usage thereof. The refill cartridge includes a cartridge body defining a cartridge reservoir. The cartridge body includes first and second openings, the second opening being defined by a projection of the cartridge body. A cap is connected to the cartridge body to substantially cover the first opening. The cap includes a cap base having a primary opening. A cap boss is connected to and extends from the cap base and defines a passage concentrically aligned with the primary opening. The refill cartridge additionally includes a plug having a plug body including a plug neck and a flared portion, with the plug neck defining a distal end. The plug is engageable with the cap and the cartridge body and is moveable relative to the cap and cartridge body between a sealing position and a dispensing position.

Abstract: A visual notification device comprising a clip having a visual presentation may be attached to a food or drink container to indicate that a consumer who has temporarily left their seating or standing location, or food or drink container unattended, will return thereby avoiding the loss of a seating or standing location, or the disposal of unconsumed food or drink. The clip includes head with a front and rear face for displaying visual information such as text, an image, a logo, a trade name, an emblem, etc., an elongated body, a clip leg extending from the back of the clip behind the body, and a cap for connecting the assembly to a key ring or other attachment device.

Abstract: A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.

Abstract: A fruit holder for removable attachment to the top of an open bottle such as, for example, an open beer bottle. The fruit holder is characterized by its construction including a bottle top engaging portion in fluid communicating relation to a beverage contained by the bottle, a funnel portion integrally formed above the bottle top engaging portion, and a wedge holder integrally formed on a segment of the funnel and extending outwardly from the funnel so that a fruit wedge may be placed and held on the wedge holder and juice from the fruit wedge, when squeezed, will flow along the wedge holder into the funnel, and through the bottle top engaging portion to the beverage contained by the bottle.

Abstract: A two-stage seeded biodegradable container, typically a liquid container with cap. The container is made from biobased soil biodegradable materials, including a central compartment for seeds. The container label is also made from soil biodegradable materials and contains embedded seeds. The label is protected with a soil biodegradable liquid-impervious coating and is affixed to the container with a soil biodegradable adhesive. After use, the container may be planted in soil or placed in compost and will biodegrade as well as germinating up to two sets of plants or trees from the seeds in the compartment and label.

Abstract: A bottled structure includes a bottle, a liquid substance and an electrical tag. The bottle has a body. The body has a bottle opening. The liquid substance is contained in the body and has a dielectric constant. The electrical tag is disposed on the body. The electrical tag has a radiator, wherein the radiation power of the radiator is stronger on the top or the bottom of the bottle opening than that on a plane perpendicular to the body according to the dielectric constant of the liquid substance.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include a container holder for a bicycle that has a mounting member and a mating member. The mounting member facilitates mounting the container holder to a portion of the bicycle. The mating member is operatively coupled to the mounting member and is interdependently configured to inter-engage a corresponding reciprocal mating member of a container upon receipt of the container by the container holder to facilitate retention of the container by the container holder.

Abstract: A refill cartridge disposable within a spray bottle during usage thereof. The refill cartridge includes a cartridge body defining a cartridge reservoir. The cartridge body includes first and second openings, the second opening being defined by a projection of the cartridge body. A cap is connected to the cartridge body to substantially cover the first opening. The cap includes a cap base having a primary opening. A cap boss is connected to and extends from the cap base and defines a passage concentrically aligned with the primary opening. The refill cartridge additionally includes a plug having a plug body including a plug neck and a flared portion, with the plug neck defining a distal end. The plug is engageable with the cap and the cartridge body and is moveable relative to the cap and cartridge body between a sealing position and a dispensing position.

Abstract: A container adapter for use in feeding human infants and animal infants is shown. The container adapter has an internal threaded portion that can comprise a set of thread segments sized and configured to match the external threads of a commercially available soda or bottled liquid container, and can have an external threaded portion sized to match the internal threads of a standard nipple ring for an infant feeding bottle. The container adapter includes a funnel that provides a user with assistance in inserting infant feeding ingredients into the liquid container by placing the container adapter on the liquid container to use the funnel of the container adapter to place infant feeding ingredients into the liquid container. The container adapter is then inverted and installed onto the liquid container. A nipple within a collar is attached to the container adapter thus converting the liquid container to an infant feeding bottle.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a collar (4) for high-pressure bottles (and the process for its implementation), characterized in that it is composed of two elements attachable to each other, which can be integrated in the mass (3) of the container itself, formed of composite material, metal alloy, synthetic material, resins and reinforcement fibers. The internal—extractable—element (4.2) of the nozzle (4) presents in its internal part a hexagonal through hole (9), whereas the upper part presents a thread for fixation of a valve or tap; on the upper external part there is located a thread for coupling with the external element (4.9), whereas on the lower part there is an annular seat for receiving a seal (5) in direct contact with the core (2). A similar seal (5) is provided on the external element (4.9). Between the two elements (4.2) and (4.

Abstract: A vessel adapted to hold a liquid and having a top portion and bottom portion, the top portion having an opening adapted for the injection of and the removal of the liquid, the bottom portion having an opening including threads. A whistle member capable of producing a whistling sound, the whistle member including threads adapted to be removably attached to the opening of the bottom portion of the vessel by interacting with the threads of the opening, such that after the liquid is removed from the vessel the whistle can be removed from the bottom portion and used to produce whistling sounds.

Abstract: A sling-type protective cover for a container. An exemplary protective sling for a baby bottle may include a plurality of straps extending longitudinally from a base. The bottom end of a baby bottle may be received in the base, and each of the straps may include an opening for engaging the neck of the bottle. The protective sling may be constructed from an elastic material, such as a thermoplastic elastomer.

Abstract: An attachable absorbent cloth cover for an infant feeding bottle is herein disclosed, comprising a rectangular shape approximately ten (10) inches in length. The middle portion of the cloth body is fitted with an elastic band. The cloth cover is slipped over a bottle such that the elastic band firmly grips the lid of the bottle at the base of the nipple. As such, it is not necessary for the infant to wear a bib, as any spilled liquid is immediately absorbed since the cloth is right below the infant's lower lip and chin. The cloth cover is envisioned to be made of soft, absorbent material similar to that used for re-usable diapers and is provided with an internal wire frame to support a desired position while in use and external raised graphic designs to sooth the baby. When finished, the cloth cover is simply lifted off and machine washed, thus ready for use again.

Abstract: A beverage drinking glass includes a base support segment and a beverage holding vessel segment. The beverage holding vessel segment has at least one sidewall, a bottom, and a top rim to create the vessel segment. The bottom is connected to the base support segment. The beverage drinking glass is preferably a mason or canning type jar such that a user may readily brew or “can” contents and later use the container as a serving vessel (e.g., a wine glass).

Abstract: A drink bottle funnel for attaching securely to a drink bottle to facilitate pouring flavoring into the drink bottle includes a main portion formed by a circumferential wall having a top opening and a bottom opening. A tubular connection portion extends from the main portion around the bottom opening. An interior surface of the connection portion has interior surface threads. Thus, the connection portion is designed for threadably engaging the threaded neck of a drink bottle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an insulating knit bottle cozy jacket which provides a tight fit, insulation, a coaster bottom as well as the ability to have decorative cover.

Abstract: Drink bottle with a promotional object, characterised by the plastic or glass body (1) of the drink bottle being on at least one point provided with a concave recess (2), into which a object (3) is inserted and at least a part of the surface of the drink bottle with the object (3) is covered with wrapping (4), constituting namely the drink bottle label, when the cover (4) is advantageously made of shrink-wrap.

Abstract: A bottle accessory for application with a cap to the neck of a bottle, includes: a housing dimensioned so as to be fixedly received within the bottle neck; and a connector disc attached to the upper end of the housing and receivable within the cap to serve as an inner liner thereof when the cap is applied to the neck of the bottle. The housing and connector disc are constructed to enable the housing to be attached with the cap to the bottle neck and, once so attached, to enable the connector disc to be released from the housing, such that when the cap is removed, the connector disc will remain as a liner within the cap, while the housing will remain attached to the bottle neck. The invention is particularly useful in a retractable spout assembly wherein the housing houses a retractable spout.

Abstract: A visual notification device comprising a clip having a visual presentation may be attached to a food or drink container to indicate that a consumer who has temporarily left their seating or standing location, or food or drink container unattended, will return thereby avoiding the loss of a seating or standing location, or the disposal of unconsumed food or drink. The clip includes head with a front and rear face for displaying visual information such as text, an image, a logo, a trade name, an emblem, etc., an elongated body, a clip leg extending from the back of the clip behind the body, and a cap for connecting the assembly to a key ring or other attachment device.

Abstract: Jar adaptors are provided for mounting jars and aiding in the application of vacuum to the jars. The jar adaptors are configured to mount jars having openings of various sizes. The jar adaptors are configured to mount jars, provide vacuum to the jars, and be subsequently removed from the jars after vacuum has been applied to the jars. Vacuum is maintained in the jars with the aid of a seal formed between the openings of the jars and lids disposed over the openings.

Abstract: An apparatus for connection to a bottle to assist with pill ingestion includes a generally cylindrical hollow base portion manufactured from a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined size for insertion into a mouth of such bottle. A mechanism is disposed at a predetermined location on such base portion for sealingly engaging such base portion to an interior surface of such mouth of such bottle. A generally cylindrical hollow top portion is operably connected to such base portion closely adjacent an upper end of such base portion, such top portion is manufactured from a second predetermined material and has a second predetermined size and includes an open top end. A mesh material is fixedly disposed at a predetermined location within one of such base portion and such top portion for supporting at least one pill thereon.

Abstract: A container for mounting on the neck of a bottle or other vessel having an annular abutment surface thereon, the container including a wall formed of two or more wall sections and an opening formed in the wall for receiving the neck of the vessel. The two wall sections are joined together by a frangible seal which allows the customer to open the container in a controlled manner, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the contents of the container.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a bottle having an attached sleeve for improved gripping comprising of a plastic, metal, or polymeric material. The attached sleeve having straps that form a substantially grid like structure having openings and a sleeve dimple at the bottom of said attached sleeve having at least one ridge or at least one protrusion.

Abstract: A mounting device comprising a sleeve carrying thereon a receiving means, the sleeve having internally thereof holding means to enable, in use, the sleeve to be mounted on the neck of a bottle, or the like article, in manner such that removal of the sleeve from the neck is resisted, and the receiving means comprising a flange extending outwardly of the sleeve to, in use, provide means whereby an article may be held to the sleeve, the internal diameter of the sleeve being such that the sleeve may be passed onto the neck of a bottle or the like.

Abstract: A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are flying beverage bottles having a nose fittable to the body of the bottle in two configurations, one providing a cover for the bottle and a second providing a stand. The bottle body bottom includes a fitment configured to accept the nose as a stand, optionally using threads, snaps, ridge and flutes, lug and hole, adhesives and friction fits. The nose may attach over and cover a capped or an uncapped bottle, optionally using threads. The bottle body may have a football shape, and may optionally include fins, either molded in to the body wall or attached separately. The nose may optionally hold an object, prize or additive. Detailed information on various example embodiments of the inventions are provided in the Detailed Description below, and the inventions are defined by the appended claims.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are flying beverage bottles having a unitary part secured to a beverage bottle, the part having a nose and fins connected by extensions, the part being deformable and securable to a beverage bottle in a fully inserted position, thereby providing a configuration for aerodynamic guidance of the bottle through the air. A cavity may be formed within a unitary part for insertion of a beverage bottle. A unitary part may attach to the threads of a bottleneck, or may attach over a cap. A unitary part may be formed as a single part, such as molded in plastic, or may be assembled from a plurality of parts. Detailed information on various example embodiments of the inventions are provided in the Detailed Description below, and the inventions are defined by the appended claims.

Abstract: A synthetic resin container having an improved strength without requiring use of increased resin amount has a container body with a plurality of sectioned recesses (3). In the disclosed invention, a label (4) is arranged on the container body (1) for improving the rigidity of the container by surrounding the container body.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are beverage bottles having a bottle body including a narrowed portion, the narrowed portion dividing the volume of the bottle body between a first portion including fins and a second portion containing a majority of volume. Bottles may also include one or more of: fins that are molded in, attached individually or in a finned section; a base section adapting a finned bottle for transport in a track or conveyor of bottling machinery; aerodynamic noses and nosecones, attachable to the neck or bottom of a bottle or other location, optionally holding an object, prize or additive, also optionally acting as a stand; a production sleeve permitting transport through a track or conveyor; and noses, fins and finned sections that are reversible. Detailed information on various example embodiments of the inventions are provided in the Detailed Description below, and the inventions are defined by the appended claims.

Abstract: Gas flow from multiple gas sources into a sample chamber of a beam system is controlled by a cycling valve for each gas source, with the gas pressure in the sample chamber being determined by the relative time that the valve is opened and the upstream pressure at the valve. A gas valve positioned inside the vacuum chamber allows rapid response in shutting off a gas. In some preferred embodiments, a precursor gas is supplied from a solid or liquid material in a container that remains outside the vacuum system while in use and which is readily connected or disconnected to the gas injection system without significant leakage.

Abstract: A fruit holder for removable attachment to the top of an open bottle such as, for example, an open beer bottle. The fruit holder is characterized by its construction including a bottle top engaging portion in fluid communicating relation to a beverage contained by the bottle, a funnel portion integrally formed above the bottle top engaging portion, and a wedge holder integrally formed on a segment of the funnel and extending outwardly from the funnel so that a fruit wedge may be placed and held on the wedge holder and juice from the fruit wedge, when squeezed, will flow along the wedge holder into the funnel, and through the bottle top engaging portion to the beverage contained by the bottle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a proteinaceous construct comprising plasmatic or recombinant factor VIIa (FVIIa) or biologically active derivatives thereof, which are bound to a carbohydrate moiety comprising 1-4 sialic acid units, wherein the in vivo half-life of the proteinaceous construct is substantially prolonged in the blood of a mammal, as compared to the in vivo half-life of a FVIIa molecule not bound to a carbohydrate moiety. The invention also provides a method for controlling bleeding in a mammal having a bleeding disorder due to functional defects or deficiencies of FVIIa, FVIII, or FIX. The invention also provides a method for controlling bleeding in a mammal during surgery or trauma.

Abstract: A seal for beverage can/bottle that is a seal for a beverage can and for a beverage bottle, respectively. The seal for the beverage can/bottle provides a solution to the problem of the hygiene of the mouth contact areas of the beverage can/bottle, respectively, in this, that it covers these areas. The seal for the beverage can/bottle provides a solution to the problem of the confidence in the hygiene of the areas of the beverage can/bottle, respectively, that it covers in this, that it, itself, undergoes irreversible change. When the seal for the beverage can/bottle, itself, underwent no change whatsoever, the user is sure that no one before him removed and returned this seal to its previous place.

Abstract: Polymeric indicators are provided for visually monitoring, detecting, and/or determining the presence of metabolic byproducts from harmful or potentially harmful microorganisms.

Abstract: A fruit wedge containment device having a bottle rim coupling component and a wedge containment arm. The bottle rim coupling component is shaped for securing the containment device to a rim of a bottle. The containment arm extends angularly downward from a lower, interior end of the rim coupling component. The wedge containment device is secured to the rim of the bottle. A fruit wedge is inserted into the bottle, being secured between the interior surface of a neck of the bottle and the containment arm. A hook can optionally be formed at the distal end of the containment arm. Alternatively, a single hook, a series of hooks, or any other frictional feature can be incorporated along the containment arm for aiding in holding the fruit wedge in place. A promotional image can be provided on the device, such as via a promotional medallion.

Abstract: A bottle with screw top and cork enclosure that includes a cork and a screw top that has a first threaded portion and wherein the bottle includes a tubular throat and a second threaded portion wherein the bottle is configured to couple with the cork and the screw top, wherein the first threaded portion and the second threaded portion are configured to couple with one another and wherein the cork is configured to couple with the tubular throat of the bottle. The apparatus optionally includes a punt and optionally includes a screw top holder configured to hold the screw top. The apparatus optionally includes at least one wine charm coupled with the bottle and optionally may include a cork screw coupled with the bottle and optionally, a foil cutter coupled with the bottle.

Abstract: A method of identifying bottled wine before it is labeled includes the steps of selecting a glue of a particular color and heating it to a fluid consistency. An amount of warm glue is placed on the bottom surface of the wine bottle and allowed to cool such that it adheres to the bottom surface to form an identifying mark. Prior to cooling, the glue may be stamped with an embossed seal to imprint it with various information such as the identity of the manufacturer and the vintage year. The color of the glue is selected to relate to and identify a particular type of wine.

Abstract: A device to provide identification that may include a container and an elastic band being expandable to detachably connect to the container. The elastic band may include a writable surface to accept indicia, and the writable surface may be erasable. The container may be a glass or the container may be a bottle. The band may be color-coded.

Abstract: An overpack for a beverage bottle comprising a housing which includes at least one side wall element and a base element, the side wall element and the base element being a common extruded part formed during an extrusion process. A method for manufacturing an overpack for a beverage bottle is also provided that comprising a housing, the housing being formed by at least one side wall element and a base element. The side wall element and the base element are produced together as an extruded part produced in an extrusion process.

Abstract: A cover for caps of the plastic threaded variety typically associated with beverage bottles, the apparatus being comprised of two primary components, namely 1) a hollowed body sized and shaped for the receipt of promotional or advertising indicia or other visually distinctive personalizing indicia on its exterior surface and adapted for frictional engagement with a bottle cap, and 2) optional three-dimensional personalization means integrally formed with or mounted to the top of said hollowed body. By means of this construction is provided a combination bottle identification apparatus and bottle cap removal apparatus which may be used in conjunction with an ordinary beverage bottle equipped with a threaded cap for purposes of facilitating removal of the cap from the bottle, 2) personalizing the bottle so as to avoid the unintended consumption of its contents by another, and 3) serving as a media upon which organizations may impart various promotional and advertising indicia.

Abstract: the chamber including a filter for filtering fluid from a pump to the container and a check valve to check flow of water from the container to the pump housing.

Abstract: Described is a bottle having bottle central part having a bottle base, a handle, and a bottle top with a bottle filling fitment. A snap-on spout has a nozzle fitment with a forward directed pouring orifice and attached child-resistant nozzle. The snap-on spout is attached to the bottle central part with a non-circular snap-fit attachment surface.

Abstract: A device is provided for insertion into a drinking vessel to prevent accidental or deliberate contamination of the contents of the vessel, the device may be inserted on the drink production line or at the point of sale of the drink, in either embodiment the vessel is provided to the consumer with the device in place.