Receptacle Having Rigid, Removable Inner Container Patents (Class 220/23.87)
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Patent number: 7574789Abstract: A method of assembling a container including an inner tube contained within an outer tube. The method includes providing an outer tube, providing a spacing element adjacent the open top of the outer tube and inserting an inner tube within the outer tube. The spacing element provides for venting of air from between the inner and outer tubes through the top of the container during assembly thereof.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2004Date of Patent: August 18, 2009Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Judith Reichenbach, Jay White, Dimitrios Manoussakis
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Publication number: 20090200300Abstract: A protective case which includes two mating case components and a liner extending between a peripheral area for mating engagement to ensure a relatively sealed relationship when the case components are closed. A latch face is a single elongated element on the front and has two spaced interlocking components to cooperate with hooks in the opposite case component.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2009Publication date: August 13, 2009Applicant: Pelican Products, Inc.Inventors: David H. Parker, John Hoven, Kevin Deighton
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Patent number: 7565985Abstract: A container having an external gutter located below a primary wiping surface or edge. Drips from the wiping surface to the exterior of the container accumulate in the gutter and drain back into the container through drain notches at the bottom of the gutter. A liner having the same basic configuration as the paint bucket can be used to cover all portions of the paint bucket thereby to minimize any need to clean the paint bucket. The liner can be disposable. A cover can seal the paint bucket with or without a liner.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2004Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Inventor: John P. Lucey
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Patent number: 7565983Abstract: A fluid supply assembly. The fluid supply assembly includes a disposable cup and lid, and a reusable cup holder and outer lid.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2006Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kosmyna, Ralph A. Wisniewski
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Publication number: 20090178944Abstract: A storage element for the storage of cases (16) full of nuclear fuel in the horizontal position, said element comprising ventilation means (19, 32) arranged on the sides of the element, so that storage stacks according to this invention can be created. The storage elements may have a cross-section in the shape of regular hexagon to optimise the storage density.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2007Publication date: July 16, 2009Applicant: Commissariart A L'Energie AtomiqueInventors: Virgine Bontemps, Jean-Claude Argoud
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Patent number: 7559431Abstract: A transport and storage container for liquids has a pallet-shaped support frame of metal or of an electrically conducting plastic material. An exchangeable inner container of plastic material is supported on the support frame and has four sidewalls, a bottom, and a top. The inner container further has an upper closable fill socket and a lower outlet socket with a tapping fixture or an upper closable tapping socket. An outer jacket surrounds the inner container and is made of grade bars of metal or sheet metal. The inner container has a single-layer or multi-layer body. The inner container has integral electrically conducting sections comprised of an electrically conducting plastic material, wherein the electrically conducting sections form electrical connections between an inner surface and an outer surface of the inner container.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2003Date of Patent: July 14, 2009Assignee: Protechna S.A.Inventor: Udo Schütz
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Patent number: 7527018Abstract: An apparatus has a base having a side that defines an interior space, and a periphery that defines an aperture above the interior space. A bowl element has a rim and is shaped to fit into the interior space such that the rim abuts the periphery. A lever mechanism has a lever, a fulcrum having an aperture, a pair of ears on opposite sides of the aperture, pins extending from each of the pair of ears into the lever for pivotally mounting the lever on the fulcrum, and an attachment element for attaching the fulcrum to the base. The lever has a proximal end adapted to abut the bowl element, and a distal end opposite the proximal end.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2006Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Inventor: Gloria L. Manley-Hood
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Patent number: 7524111Abstract: A partially flexible recloseable bag including a flexible cylindrical body, a rigid cylindrical base with a bottom at the bottom of the body, a pair of opposed trapezoidal panels within the top of the body, each panel having a seamless interface with the body, a reusable seal across the opening between the top of the panels, loop handles with extended bonds on each panel proximal to the seal.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2005Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Inventor: Sudie M. Williams
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Publication number: 20090045193Abstract: A washout container to which are mounted inclined ramps that allow a transit mixer, concrete pumping truck or other concrete handling vehicle to drive up over a portion of the container for dumping excess concrete and washing out waste concrete. The container cross-section may be rectangular to semi-circular, and is preferably fabricated with a steel structure. A watertight latching door assembly is coupled to the container to prevent leakage of collected liquid concrete waste material while allowing solidified concrete materials to be unloaded at a disposal site. The interior of the container is preferably lined with a material to which concrete will not adhere. The liner may be applied as a coating to the interior of the container or as a solid material retained within the container. In this way, solidified waste concrete can be easily removed from the container at the disposal site and preferably crushed for recycling.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2008Publication date: February 19, 2009Applicant: CONCRETE WASHOUT SYSTEMSInventor: Mark Jenkins
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Publication number: 20090045192Abstract: The invention relates to a container assembly. In particular the invention is concerned with a container assembly having separate storing facilities in which different products can be stored. The container comprises a primary container defining a holding compartment, a secondary container locatable inside the holding compartment and a securing formation for securing the secondary container inside the holding compartment. The securing formation includes a gripping formation which can engage an outside wall of the primary container when the secondary container is to be secured inside the holding compartment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2008Publication date: February 19, 2009Applicant: KASERUKA CLOSE CORPORATIONInventor: Beverley Anne Woolf
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Patent number: 7490545Abstract: A system and apparatus for crushing waste material that is manual and portable. On the underside of the lid to the apparatus is a detachable handle with a plate attached thereto that has a series of rough ridges. The handle can descend down the height of the apparatus through a pair of parallel channels located down the front and rear of the apparatus. At the bottom of the apparatus on the interior is a mating plate that has a second series of rough edges that fit like a zipper with the ridges of the top plate for crushing of waste. The handle is lockable through latches to the lid of the apparatus when not in use. A second lock holds the handle in place on the rear of the apparatus when not in use. An interior removable basket with foldable handles and/or gripping holes on the side. The interior basket has channels on the front and rear walls that correspond to the main body portion.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2008Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Inventor: Sossy L. Baghdoian
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Publication number: 20090039081Abstract: A trash can is disclosed having an exterior shell, a liner seated within the shell, a latch pivotably attached to the liner for securing a flexible bag to the liner, and a handle to facilitate placing and removing of the liner from the shell. An optional aspect of the invention is to affix the handle of the liner to the latch. The liner of the trash can, in a featured embodiment, utilizes a latch having a body portion into which surplus of the flexible bag may be gathered and held. The trash can may further include a lid connected to the exterior shell. The lid connects to the shell using a front hinge and a back hinge and is actuated by a foot pedal. The actuating foot pedal is preferably seated at a base of the exterior shell and connects to the lever arm of the front hinge such that depressing the foot pedal exerts a downward force on the lever arm to open the lid. In this configuration, the lid is lifted via a downward pull on the first hinge rather than a direct upward force on the lid.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2007Publication date: February 12, 2009Inventors: Tucker H. Fort, Jonathan Cedar, Juan Carlos Escobar
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Patent number: 7441514Abstract: The device is a Pet Dish for holding Disposable Liners. The dish is durable and washable, but the liner can be disposable, in a form that is conventionally available from a number of pre-existing supply sources. The dish is aesthetically pleasing. The dish and liners cooperate so that the liner inserted into the dish will not inadvertently be forced out by the eating pet, nor should the liner be allowed to spin within the dish. The dish and liners are also configured so that a stack of liners can be held conveniently within a single dish. The dish may resemble the face of a pet, such as a cat or dog.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2007Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Inventors: Gail Dana, William Behun
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Patent number: 7424959Abstract: A base is equipped with wheels to receive a paint tray with stabilizing feet and enable the tray to be moved from place to place without the need to pick it up. An upwardly extending flange can be engaged by the paint roller to push/pull it to a new location.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2004Date of Patent: September 16, 2008Inventor: David R. Biebel
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Publication number: 20080210686Abstract: A multi-component packaging system includes a lower containing assembly, an upper containing assembly, and a cover. The lower containing assembly defines an interior cavity that is adapted to receive a first food component. The upper containing assembly defines an interior that is adapted to receive a second food component. The upper containing assembly is adapted for engagement with the lower containing assembly. The cover is engaged with at least one of the lower containing assembly and the upper containing assembly. The cover includes a passage portion that defines a plurality of apertures.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 29, 2008Publication date: September 4, 2008Applicant: ConAgra Foods RDM, Inc.Inventors: Catherine M. Shapiro, Corey L. Berends, Brian M. Degner, Jess C. Sweley, Stephanie L. Bills, Christopher M. Branda, Kim M. Folta, Robert Kim, Sue Lai, Pamela A. Poulis, Jesse Jay Spungin, Katie M. Bartholomew, Lynda A. Deakin, Todd T.S. Holscher, Grace J. Hwang, Mark M. Kavanagh, Michelle S.K. Lee, Adam M. Mack, Eleanor D. Morgan, John W. Smith, David C. Thomsen, Gabriel M. Trionfi, Ana T. Yuan Chang
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Publication number: 20080215440Abstract: A refillable container is provided for dispensing a plurality of consumable products. The container may comprise a reclosable container and a refill package. The reclosable container may comprise a lid connected to a body defining a container interior. The refill package may comprise a tray and a removable closure. The tray may be configured to fit and lock inside the container interior. There may be at least one gripping portion defined along an interior of the tray. The gripping portion may be so constructed and arranged to enable a user to disengage the tray from the container body.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 29, 2008Publication date: September 4, 2008Applicant: Wm. Wrigley Jr. CompanyInventors: Robert J. Peterson, James A. Bougoulas
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Patent number: 7401708Abstract: A waste container includes an outer container and an inner container removably mounted in the outer container. The inner container includes a body and two handles. The body of the inner container includes a peripheral wall delimiting an opening. The peripheral wall includes two engaging sections on two opposite portions thereof. Each handle includes two ends pivotally coupled to the engaging sections respectively. Each handle is pivotable to an upward position allowing carriage of the inner container. Each handle is pivotable to a resting position for retaining a peripheral edge of a bag mounted in the inner container.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2005Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Inventor: Tsong-Yow Lin
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Patent number: 7395943Abstract: The invention relates to a container, such as a saucepan, pot, coffee pot or similar item, that is intended for keeping a content of the container (2) warm. The arrangement (1) has a container (2) that is enclosed by a heat insulating fabric part (3) that with the help of an adjustable band (18) is wrinkled at an upper part (5) around an area of an upper edge (6) of the container (2). This fixates the position of the fabric part (3) while at the same time providing a protection of the upper edge (6) of the container (2). An upper part (7) of the fabric part (3) is pivotably attachable to a heat insulating fabric part (9) that completely or partially encloses or covers a lid (8).Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2004Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Inventor: Berit Euren Karlsson
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Publication number: 20080156811Abstract: A tableware article includes: a container; and a tray disposed co-axially with and coupled pivotally to the container, wherein one of the container and the tray includes a patterned surface formed with a pattern thereon, and the other of the container and the tray includes a mirror surface to reflect the pattern.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Chen-Yun Lu, Jui-Hao Chuang
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Patent number: 7380680Abstract: A fluid supply assembly. The fluid supply assembly includes a disposable cup and lid, and a reusable shell and outer lid. A flexible, disposable cup, a reusable shell, and a method of preparing a fluid supply assembly for use with a fluid supply applicator are also described.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2007Date of Patent: June 3, 2008Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kosmyna, Ralph A. Wisniewski, Anatoly Gosis, Mark E. Charpie, Thomas R. White, Jr., Yury Shkolnikov
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Publication number: 20080125673Abstract: A collection container for collecting biological fluid specimens having an integral fill-line indicator which corresponds to a desired specimen volume is disclosed. The integral fill-line indicator may comprise a ridge that is raised from the surface of the collection container. The integral fill-line indicator may also be altered by surface modification to impart a distinct visual appearance and/or texture. The collection container may have a single or a plurality of integral fill-line indicators which correspond to a desired specimen volume range. A method of manufacturing a collection container having an integral fill-line indicator is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2007Publication date: May 29, 2008Applicant: BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANYInventors: Donald J. Carano, Rick Cook, Michael Iskra, C. Mark Newby
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Patent number: 7353964Abstract: A fluid supply assembly. The fluid supply assembly includes a disposable cup and lid, and a reusable cup holder and outer lid. A method of preparing a fluid supply assembly for use with a fluid supply applicator is also described.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2004Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventor: Michael J. Kosmyna
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Patent number: 7344040Abstract: A fluid supply assembly. The fluid supply assembly includes a disposable cup and lid, and a reusable cup holder and outer lid.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2006Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kosmyna, Ralph A. Wisniewski
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Publication number: 20080061060Abstract: An apparatus for holding various food components separately. The apparatus comprises a container member having each of a predetermined size and a predetermined shape and formed of a predetermined material. Such container member having a base portion and at least one side wall extending upwardly from the base portion. A tray member is disposed within the container member, such tray member having a predetermined number of compartments disposed therein. There is a means secured to at least a portion of an inner surface of the at least one side wall for supporting the tray member. Such means is disposed in a predetermined position within the container member; and a lid member engageable with an upper portion of the at least one side wall of the container member.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2006Publication date: March 13, 2008Inventor: Melissa Aubrey
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Patent number: 7335188Abstract: A device for collecting spinal fluid during a lumbar puncture or other medical procedure includes: a) an upper, generally cup-shaped portion including an open top, an upper cup side wall, an upper cup base plate at a lower end of the upper cup side wall, and a drain hole in the upper cup base plate; b) a lower, generally cup-shaped portion including an open top, a lower cup side wall, and a lower cup base plate at a lower end of the lower cup side wall, the lower cup base plate including a plurality of generally circular openings; wherein the upper, generally cup-shaped portion is removably insertable in and rotatable in the lower, generally cup-shaped portion, and the upper, generally cup-shaped portion includes a rotation mechanism for rotating the upper, generally cup-shaped portion in the lower cup-shaped portion.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2004Date of Patent: February 26, 2008Inventor: Christian D. Graf
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Publication number: 20080023474Abstract: The present invention provides a garbage can including a can base, an outer can body, an inner can body, a cover, a treadle, a pivotable connecting element and a link mechanism. The outer can body has an upper opening and combined with the can base. The inner can body is received in the outer can body. The cover is provided above the outer can body and covers the upper opening of the outer can body. The treadle is connected to the outer can body. The pivotable connecting element includes a first connecting part connected to the cover, a second connecting part connected to the outer can body and a pivot connecting the first connecting part and the second connecting part. The link mechanism has one end connected to the treadle and the other end connected to the first connecting part of the pivotable connecting element.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2006Publication date: January 31, 2008Applicant: Test Rite International Company, LTD.Inventor: Hsi-Ching Yang
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Publication number: 20080017639Abstract: A plastic container includes a molded multi-layered structure defining an inner space therein and including a first molded layer surrounding the inner space and having an outer surface and an outer protrusion protruding outwardly from the outer surface, and a second molded layer surrounding and covering the outer surface of the first molded layer and formed with an outer through-hole. The outer protrusion of the first molded layer fills and seals the outer through-hole in the second molded layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2006Publication date: January 24, 2008Applicants: TZENG SHYNG INDUSTRIES CORP., A & T UNLIMIT LTD.Inventors: Jui-Liang WU, Tien-Jen LO
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Patent number: 7318247Abstract: A bucket combination has a bucket and a removable inner bucket and wringer that fit within it. The inner bucket fits on one side of the larger bucket, and has three loops with tabs that extend over an upper rim on the bucket and engage a lower edge section on the rim. The inner bucket also has a bail that fits within a recess to provide a flat upper surface. The wringer rests on top of the upper surface on the inner bucket, and has a wringing section that fits within it. Flanges on the wringer fit within the loops on inner bucket and directly engage the lower edge section on the rim on the larger bucket. The flanges have an outwardly-extending arm.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2003Date of Patent: January 15, 2008Assignee: The Libman CompanyInventors: Robert J. Libman, Enzo Berti
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Patent number: 7275650Abstract: A double walled container is provided by an inner container that is fitted within an outer container. End flaps are provided on the outer container for engaging the inner container and closing the gap between the inner container and the outer container. The method involves lifting the inner container out of the outer container, removing the grease from the inner container, and inserting the outer container back into the inner container.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2003Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Assignee: Darling National LLCInventors: Lester J. Fangman, Dale A. Sudbeck, Scott A. Sargent, Tim R. Phillips, J. Todd Ferrell
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Patent number: 7232189Abstract: A container for disposing of waste concrete provides a pivoting front wall assembly such that lifting the container by the front wall assembly breaks the bond between hardened concrete and the container facilitating removal of the waste concrete.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2004Date of Patent: June 19, 2007Assignee: Southern Star Concrete, Inc.Inventors: Lester B. Covington, Phillip R. Fletcher, Gerald T. Kitchingham
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Patent number: 7228983Abstract: A display package for a storage container includes a primary and secondary blister package. The primary blister package includes an opening incorporated thereon allowing a user to rotate a cover of the storage container through the opening about its hinge. A base of the storage container is retained within the primary blister package thereby precluding the user from withdrawing the whole storage container from the primary blister package. The secondary blister package includes a plurality of tool accessories arranged therein. The secondary blister package is disposed within an extension section of the primary blister package and positioned above the base of the storage container.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2003Date of Patent: June 12, 2007Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: James Pangerc, Gregory Scott Snider, Daniel G Findle, Jennifer R Ervin, Timothy B Bailey
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Patent number: 7210596Abstract: A drinking cup that teaches a child how to drink from a cup while minimizing spills includes an elongated, generally cylindrical housing for holding a liquid, the housing has an inside surface, an outside surface, and a bottom; an elongated, generally cylindrical insert with an inner surface and an outer surface where the insert fits within the housing; and a cap removably mounted to the housing. The insert includes a plurality of tabs located on the outer surface of the insert and a plurality of feet extending downwardly from the bottom of the insert that create a space between the insert and the housing. The space receives any liquid flowing between the inner surface of the insert and the outer surface of the insert. The cap has a plurality of openings formed therein and the openings are in fluid communication with the space formed between the insert and the housing.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2004Date of Patent: May 1, 2007Inventor: Joseph Ruccolo
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Patent number: 7194951Abstract: A mug (10), specifically a vessel (20) incorporating a plunger assembly (30), that includes a number of fingers (42), is improved by positioning the fingers downwardly to contact the side wall of the vessel. The improvement also includes the following; a minor diameter portion (58) of the vessel sized to fit a motor vehicle cup holder. An open distal ended liner (62) intimately embracing a storage container compartment (60) formed on an inside surface of the outer shell minor diameter portion of the vessel. A closure base (66) removably engages the liner and encloses the bottom of the vessels storage container compartment. The closure base includes a number of inwardly facing spacer legs (68) that removably retain a storage container (72) including a detachable lid (74). The storage container provides a receptacle for such items as coffee grinds, tea leaves, sugar and creamer etc. such that the items may be conveniently available with the mug.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2005Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Assignee: Planetary Design, LLCInventor: Mark D. Porter
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Patent number: 7172088Abstract: An insert bin for use with a rollout type waste container or cart. The insert bin limits the volume of refuse or recyclable material that a customer may deposit in the container. The insert bin is held in place within the interior of a waste cart without the use of separate mechanical components or a press fit. The insert bin instead takes advantage of the lift bar, which already exists on a waste cart providing a bin that is strong and easily attached to a waste container or cart.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2003Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Assignee: Schaefer Systems International, Inc.Inventors: Clinton McDade, Morris Marlow
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Patent number: 7171781Abstract: A plant pot system includes an inner pot and an outer coded container pot. The inner plant pot includes a lip lock ridge and belt. The outer coded container pot includes a lip lock band and groove; and has one of a range of appearances. The inner plant pot containing a plant is placed within the outer pot and locks into place by engagement of the ridge in the groove so the combined pots have the appearance of the selected outer pot.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2003Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Assignee: Amerikan, LLCInventor: Donald Southern
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Patent number: 7163116Abstract: An ashtray for automobiles exhibits a holder and a removable ashtray that is inserted in the holder, whereby a lifting mechanism is provided for lifting the ashtray from a usage position into an easy-grip position for removal. The lifting mechanism includes an actuator element, which is adjustable at the holder and a transmission element acting together with it. A lifting mechanism exhibiting a simple, cost-efficient construction is created in that the transmission element is in an operating connection with a pivotal lever hinged to the holder in such a manner that, when shifting the actuator element, the pivotal lever makes an arc shaped movement, during the course of which a rounded upper end area of the pivotal lever comes into contact with the underside of the ashtray, and moves it up towards the easy grip-position for removal.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2003Date of Patent: January 16, 2007Assignee: Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AktiengesellschaftInventor: Michael Pandura
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Patent number: 7159735Abstract: A carrier comprising a bucket insert and bucket wherein the bucket insert comprises a first member having a handle having an opening, connectors, a second member joined or connected to the first member by the connectors, and wherein the first member defines openings for receiving beverage containers, and the second member supports beverage containers. The bucket having an internal stop member so that the bucket insert comes to rest on the stop member when installed in the bucket. A storage space defined by the second member, the base of the bucket, and the surrounding bucket wall. Another embodiment of the insert comprises a blow molded handle, connectors, and first and second members, such that the insert can be snapped together.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2005Date of Patent: January 9, 2007Inventor: Robert O. Morse
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Patent number: 7147826Abstract: A container assembly and method for storing, treating, transporting and stabilizing a biological sample includes a container, a closure member and a sample holder removably received in the container. The sample holder can be a platform-like device dimensioned to be supported on a ledge formed in the side wall of the container. The sample holder includes a central cavity for receiving the sample and immersing the sample in the stabilizing agent in the container. The closure member includes a body member to close the top end of the central cavity of the sample holder and to limit movement of the sample holder in the container. In another embodiment, the sample holder has a closure cap for closing the open top end of the cavity. The container includes a liquid reagent in an amount sufficient to treat the biological sample.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2002Date of Patent: December 12, 2006Assignee: Becton Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Bruce C. Haywood, Jamieson William Maclean Crawford, Bradley M. Wilkinson
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Patent number: 7118005Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of promoting bottled beverage products by promoting an individual bottle cooler made specifically for that bottled beverage product. The bottle cooler preferably comprises a container for containing ice and/or water that is adapted to have the beverage bottle positioned substantially therein, wherein regular ice and/or water from standard ice dispensers can be stored and sealed within the space between the bottle and container, to help keep the beverage inside cool. The space is preferably substantially sealed by a cap which is adapted with an opening and a sealing member that extends over the neck of the bottle, wherein the bottle can be held in substantial compression between the sealing member and one or more supporting surfaces extending substantially underneath the bottle.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2002Date of Patent: October 10, 2006Inventor: J John Shimazaki
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Patent number: 7114624Abstract: A fluid distribution device, in particular of cosmetic product, of the type including a bottle adapted to contain fluid and having a distribution orifice. A decorative case covers the bottle. The case has a body and retaining elements adapted to retain the body with respect to the bottle. The retaining elements include a collar integral with the decorative case and an articulation element connecting the collar to the body. The collar includes an internal passage traversing the collar from one side to the other and an external section inserted tightly in the distribution orifice of the bottle.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2003Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: QualipacInventor: Laurent Van Parys
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Patent number: 7114629Abstract: A carrier is configured to hold a container having a door mounted for reciprocation between opened and closed positions. The carrier includes a body adapted to receive the container as well as an extension coupled for reciprocal movement with respect to the body. The extension is adapted for engagement with the door of the container, and the reciprocal movement of the extension is adapted to reciprocate the door of the container between the opened and closed position. A container system including a container and the carrier is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2001Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventor: Robert Joseph Panek, Jr.
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Patent number: 7086549Abstract: A fluid supply assembly. The fluid supply assembly includes a disposable cup and lid, and a reusable cup holder and outer lid.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2004Date of Patent: August 8, 2006Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Kosmyna, Ralph A. Wisniewski
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Patent number: 7044321Abstract: A school supply station for storing classroom items includes an annular inner wall that defines an interior bin receiving area, an annular outer wall spaced radially outward from and connected to the inner annular wall by a series of bottom walls, and a plurality of divider walls oriented transverse to and extending between the inner wall and outer wall, thereby forming a series of compartments. A bin is removably disposed in the bin receiving area.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2003Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Assignee: Rubbermaid IncorporatedInventors: Aaron W. Smith, Timothy D. Killinger
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Patent number: 7044320Abstract: Containerized candles use the correct placement of tallow or wax and a wick contained in a transparent or otherwise translucent vessel. One example of the vessel is a glass apothecary jar. The walls of the vessel prevent the loss of wax from run off when the wax is melted by the flaming wick when lit. A two part candle container having a cylindrical body with a closed base at one end and an open mouth at the other end of the cylindrical body can facilitate the placement of the wax and wick. The container comprises a holder for providing an inner sidewall of the cylindrical body, the inner sidewall having the closed base at said one end and an open top at said other end to define a holder interior configured to receive the candle wax and wick. The holder has a full bore at the open top.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2003Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Inventor: Roy Mladenovic
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Patent number: 7036662Abstract: A transport and storage container for liquids has a pallet bottom frame, a latticework enclosure connected to the bottom frame, and an inner container received in the enclosure. The vertical rods of the latticework enclosure are connected to upper and lower peripheral profiled edge sections. The vertical rods are hollow and have flattened upper ends shaped to a wave profile with welding projections. The upper profiled edge section is a hollow profiled section formed to a double bar that extends peripherally and transversely to the vertical rods and is shaped to have inner and outer wave profiles engaging one another. The outer wave profile has grooves, and the inner wave profile forms welding projections. The upper ends of the vertical rods and the double bar are connected by projection welding. The upper profiled edge section has a flat upper rim for supporting legs of a container stacked on top.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2004Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Protechna S.A.Inventor: Udo Schütz
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Patent number: 6981606Abstract: A trash can assembly has a shell, a lid fitted over the top end of the shell, a pedal positioned adjacent the bottom end of the shell, a link assembly coupling the pedal and the lid, and a motion damper coupled to the link assembly for slowing the closing motion of the lid. The assembly also includes an inner liner that is retained inside the shell, with a support frame secured to the top end of the shell and having a ridge on which a peripheral lip of the inner liner rests.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2002Date of Patent: January 3, 2006Assignee: Simplehuman LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor, Alex Grande Fermin, Jr., Myk Wayne Lum, Adam Courtney Wade
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Patent number: 6971538Abstract: A collection device for the collection and disposal of cigarette butts, cigar butts, and other small combustible debris found in and around smoking areas. The collection device includes a body member within which is defined a receptacle chamber and a funnel-shaped throat passage communicating with the receptacle chamber. The body member has an attached throat passage extension that has side portals which communicate with the throat passage. As debris is received through the side portal, it is directed along the throat passage and into the receptacle chamber for collection.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2002Date of Patent: December 6, 2005Assignee: DCI Marketing Inc.Inventors: John E. Luedecke, John E. Patneaude, John E. Luedecke, Dill Beaty, Carol Luedecke
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Patent number: 6968967Abstract: A carrying pouch for small articles which include an openable cover that is formed with front and rear faces joined by opposed edge walls and a bottom wall, all contiguous to each other to form an open ended pouch. The articles are receivable within the pouch and one face of the pouch has a through opening therein configured and dimensioned complementally with the cover of the article to permit opening and closing of the article when it is received within the pouch. A tab for receiving a key ring or suitable attachment piece may also be formed integrally with the pouch.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2002Date of Patent: November 29, 2005Assignee: Quikey Manufacturing Co., Inc.Inventor: Michael W. Burns
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Patent number: 6945419Abstract: A container (9) for cosmetic products in general constituted by an extractable cartridge (1), by an outer body (3), and by a cap (5) includes removable locking elements (8) provided between the cartridge and the outer body.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2001Date of Patent: September 20, 2005Assignee: F.F. Consult S.r.l.Inventors: Luciano Bertazza, Elio Davoli
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Patent number: 6932213Abstract: A receptacle (30) having multiple smaller compartments (42) for receiving baby teeth, and a larger compartment (74) for housing a smaller removable receptacle (56) used for placing a baby tooth under a child's pillow. Receptacle (30) comprises a floor (28) with upwardly extending peripheral outer sidewall (34) and slightly shorter partition walls (38) extending from outer sidewall (34) to inner sidewall (36) whose inner periphery forms larger compartment (74). Cover (48) closes the receptacle with a friction fit. Removable digram/date card(82) bears indicia representing twenty baby teeth and a line on which to write date of loss. Shield card (86) allows removal of one tooth for viewing.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2002Date of Patent: August 23, 2005Inventor: Elaine Sandra Fram Distad