Abstract: The disclosed aspects relate to a dispensing closure that comprises a utensil retention mechanism. The utensil retention mechanism can comprise at least two outward extending tabs that can be located on a lid portion of the dispensing closure. The at least two outward extending tabs can be positioned on the lid portion such that a section of a utensil can be securely engaged and retained by the at least two outward extending tabs. The dispensing closure can comprise a stay open mechanism, in an aspect. In another aspect, the dispensing closure can comprise a sift-resistance feature. In a further aspect, the dispensing closure can comprise a flex-lock.

Abstract: The invention described herein is generally directed to a snack or dip or food holder assembly that can attach to bowls, dishes, plates, trays and the like. Specifically, a snack or dip holder is provided that can be removeably attached to a bowl or plate edge.

Abstract: A liquid filling device includes a supply tube, a filter capable of removing a foreign matter, a first on-off valve provided between the supply tube and the filter, a first connector provided between the first on-off valve and the filter, a second on-off valve provided downstream of the filter, a second connector connected to the second on-off valve. A first ink pack and a second ink pack are respectively connected to the first connector and the second connector. After the liquid is filled in the first ink pack, the liquid thus filled is transferred from the first ink pack to the second ink pack connected to the second connector through the filter.

Abstract: A sterilizer having a cassette for holding metal instruments or medical devices. The cassette includes a metallic container that defines a sterilization chamber. The container has at least one outer surface. A plurality of spaced-apart, elongated rails extend along the at least one outer surface of the container. Each of the rails includes a free, longitudinal edge wherein the edges of the rails lie in a first plane. An insulating shell encases the metallic container and the plurality of rails. An outer surface of the insulating shell lies in the first plane. A receiving unit includes a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface engages the edges of the rails and the outer surface of the insulating shell when the cassette is disposed within the inner housing. A plurality of spaced-apart elongated ribs extends along the outer surface of the housing.

Abstract: A drain device can include a drain body, a drain nut, and a retaining member. The drain body can include at least one wall forming a cavity, where the at least one wall traverses an aperture in the enclosure, and where the drain body has a top end positioned inside the enclosure and a bottom end positioned outside the enclosure. The drain nut can be mechanically coupled to the drain body and can include a number of extending members extending substantially radially away from the top end of the drain body. Each extending member can have a distal end and a proximal end mechanically coupled to the top end of the drain body. Each extending member can have a length that is greater than a width of the proximal end. The retaining member can be mechanically coupled to the bottom end of the drain body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanical barrier which prevents tampering with a filler pipe on an underground storage tank for gasoline, fuel, chemicals, or other valuable liquids. The barrier fits within a cylindrical metal liner that surrounds the filler pipe. The barrier includes two spaced posts with semi-circular brackets at their lower ends, for securement about the filler pipe. An annular plate is secured between the upper ends of the post. A lock fits into a cut-out in the plate. A plunger within the lock is extended through an opening at the upper end of one post to maintain the barrier in locked position around the filler pipe, to prevent unauthorized withdrawal of or tampering with the contents of the tank.

Abstract: The present invention describes a food container insert. The device comprises a silicone insert with multiple holes and feet on the bottom to raise the device off of the base of a food container when positioned therein. The device is placed in the bottom of a food container and facilitates the draining of fluids through the holes thereon, thereby preventing any fruit or food products contained therein from spoiling or becoming overly saturated with fluid. This keeps produce or other food separate from fluid and juices while being stored or served, preventing the same from becoming soggy and enabling the container contents to remain fresh for longer periods of time.

Abstract: A tool housing case includes a main body case, for holding a power tool, for example, and an accessory case, for holding a power tool accessory, for example, which accessory case is connectable to the main body case on a handle side of the main body case near a main body case handle. The accessory case has an opening that can be selectively closed by a cover element. A space is provided between the handle and the accessory case for receiving a user's hand when the handle is gripped, and when a user's hand is not gripping the handle, this space allows access to the accessory case.

Abstract: A spice rack for attaching to the inner surface of kitchen cabinet doors provides a low profile support and spice containers that may fit substantially within the gap between the cabinet door and the front of the shelves defined by a thickness of the face frame and a small clearance gap between the shelves in the rear of the face frame.

Abstract: An illustrative beverage container having a handle defining multiple gripping portions is disclosed.

Abstract: An assembly device comprises an external element and an open-loop ring. The external element comprises a tubular part extending along an axis. The open-loop ring is elastically deformable between an open position and a closed position. The external element comprises an assembly part assemblable with the ring by elastic interlocking The assembly part comprises recessed elements and/or projecting elements arranged on an internal wall of the tubular part. The ring comprises first assembly part assemblable with the external element by elastic interlocking when the ring is in the open position, and the second assembly part interlocking with the external element by elastic interlocking when the ring is in the closed position. Such elastic interlocking assembly device allows for the irreversible assembly of the external element with a container neck.

Abstract: This tray unit comprises a tray (1) that is open at the top and a card holder (6) that is mounted to the outer peripheral face of the tray (1). The tray (1) has a bottom face (2), an outer peripheral wall (3) that rises upward from the outer peripheral part of the bottom face (2), and a flange (15) that extends from the upper face side of the outer peripheral wall (3) in the outer peripheral direction. The card holder (6) is provided with a card insertion portion (7) that is provided along the outer peripheral wall (3) of the tray (1) and to the outside of the outer peripheral wall (3), and to which a card (5) is removably inserted, and a guide portion (8) that is provided at the upper part of the card insertion portion (7) and has formed thereon a sloped face (10) that increases in height from the outer peripheral wall (3) of the tray (1) in the outer peripheral direction of the tray (1).

Abstract: The present relates to a product, and method of manufacturing a product, having a cross-sectional area of a void volume which is greater than the cross-sectional area of the opening of the collar.

Abstract: A container is provided with a frame including one or more support structures each having a stacking post with a thin cross-sectional shape. Multiple support structures having such stacking posts can be provided along the length of the container to enable the container to be used in a stacked configuration. The container can provide an expanded interior loadable width for increased loading flexibility and capacity, and can have recessed upper and lower handling fitting joints in order to provide stronger and space-saving connections between a header and an upper handling fitting, between the upper handling fitting and a stacking post, between the stacking post and a lower handling fitting, and/or between the lower handling fitting and a floor component.

Abstract: The present invention is an above-ground tank cover that includes a base cover that is enclosed around an above-ground tank and a pair of draw strings that include a pair of tabs, the pair of draw strings is positioned around the bottom portion of the base cover and can be pulled to tighten the pair of draw strings around the bottom portion of the base cover. A plurality of reinforced stitching disposed on the top portion of the base cover and extends down a pair of middle side portions and a pair of bottom side portions of the base cover and a hook and loop fastener disposed on a middle portion of the top portion of the base cover, the hook and loop fastener is replaceably removed to allow easy access to the above-ground tank enclosed by the above-ground tank cover.

Abstract: The present application relates generally to markers for beverage containers. Specifically, this application relates to beverage container markers that are appropriate and designed for marking one or more beverage containers for a single or limited use prior to disposal. Embodiments of the present invention are configured to identify, through one or more visual, tactile or other characteristics, a beverage container to a user or group of users.

Abstract: A reusable label for infant's bottles or children's cups, comprising a band section and a label section each made from a flexible material, the band section having a male plastic snap at one end thereof with a plurality of female plastic snaps at the other end thereof for securing the band section around an infant's bottle or children's cup, and the label section being in the middle of the band section with the flexible plastic material thereof being removably markable with dry-erase and wet-erase markers for imparting thereto infant or child identifications and prescriptive caretaker information.

Abstract: A fixing element for orienting vertically stacked cuboid containers has first and second vertical sidewalls and a connecting element wherein the first sidewalls form a right angle with each other and the second sidewalls face the outer sides of the first sidewalls. The fixing element can be form fittingly fastened on the corners of a container, wherein a further container is arranged on the fixing element and is fixed in its horizontal position relative to the first container. The fixing element can be easily released again and reused. An embodiment is disclosed with a connecting element as spacer whereby a spacing of two containers is achieved.

Abstract: A lid-lift hole assembly for an underground utility vault lid comprises a liner positioned in an open-ended lid-lift hole, and a receptacle positioned below the liner. Opposite side walls of the receptacle contain thru-holes aligned with fastener holes in opposite side walls of the liner, Fasteners extending through the thru-holes and into the fastener holes (from the underside of the lid) are tightened (to apply pressure to the juncture between the receptacle and the liner) to lock the liner in the lid-lift hole. The receptacle forms an enlarged-volume, box-like enclosure rigidly (but releasably) held beneath an open passage through the liner. The space inside the receptacle can contain debris kept from entering the working area of the vault. The space inside the receptacle is shaped to receive a tool for removing the lid.

Abstract: A protector for containers for improving hygiene conditions, especially for cans with an essentially cylindrical form. The protector includes an upper protector element covering the upper part of the container and a lower ring arranged peripherally around the container connected to the upper protector element by a hinge section. The upper protector element also includes a ring pull projecting towards the outside in a downwards direction from the body of the upper protector element and having a cambered form following the contour of the can.

Abstract: An insert is deployed in an applicable paint bucket to provide for rolling a paint roller along the insert to uniformly distribute a desired quantity of paint from the paint bucket onto the paint roller. Applicable paint bucket have structures which provide for a secure placement of the insert where the insert remains in a proper operational orientation during a painting session. The insert has a paint contact area with an upper portion thereof retained at an angular orientation somewhat offset from vertical when installed in the applicable paint bucket. This arrangement provides for the user to stand upright during use of a paint roller with an extension handle. In this manner the painter is constantly in a comfortable stance during painting. In the preferred embodiment the insert has securement structures which extend outward on opposing sides of the paint contact area at the upper extent.

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 method is disclosed for providing dimensional accuracy of a pour opening in or on a plastic container produced by extrusion-blow-molding. The method can include inserting a section of a plastic hose, extruded in one or more layers through an extrusion nozzle, into a mold cavity of a blow mold tool; and inflating the plastic hose by a calibrating blow pin according to a shape of the mold cavity, whereby at least one pour opening of the plastic container is determined with respect to its inside diameter and its inside contour to form a completed inflated plastic container, and wherein the calibrating blow pin is axially inserted into the plastic hose section after a head plate of the blow mold tool has been closed.

Abstract: A container with a tube is disclosed, which is suitable for receiving therein urea-containing liquids and which, especially due to its material properties, can easily be installed subsequently into vehicles and engines. The tube can consist of TPV.

Abstract: A consumable supply item for an imaging device holds an initial or refillable volume of fluid. An interior holds the fluid and users orient a housing to deplete the fluid in a direction of gravity. An air conduit tube fluidly connects to an air port to vent the interior to atmosphere. A float buoyantly supports the tube on a surface of the volume of fluid. It suspends a terminal opening of the tube above the fluid so that as the volume of fluid depletes in the interior over time, or an orientation of the housing is altered during handling, the terminal opening is maintained above the surface of the volume of fluid. Fluid leakage is minimized during transport and manipulation.

Abstract: A product tag comprising a sachet portion having a sealed interior, and an elastomer portion bonded to the sachet portion and having an expandable loop.

Abstract: A handbag preservation unit includes a suspension mechanism to connect with an upper portion of a handbag and support part of the weight of the handbag. The handbag preservation unit further includes a support surface configured to support a bottom of the handbag and support a remainder of the weight of the handbag.

Abstract: A one-piece bifold bin liner is set forth comprising a first half and a second half joined at a bottom via a living hinge, such that when closed the two halves meet together to form a leakproof seal along both sides of the liner.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved advertising system for use in a wheeled shopping cart having a basket or in a hand carried shopping basket, which includes: a panel receiving aperture formed into at least one of the sidewalls, back wall, front wall, bottom wall or divider wall of the basket of the cart or carried basket; one or more substantially transparent detachable advertising panels with advertising material integrally molded into the panels, the panels being dimensioned to substantially fill the aperture to create the appearance of a permanent wall structure which includes an integrally molded advertising message; at least one panel mounting member for detachably mounting the substantially transparent detachable advertising panels in the panel receiving aperture, and a handle operably connected to the basket.

Abstract: Bag Wrap is made from a piece of nylon fabric with some elastic sewn at both ends allowing it to stretch and fit snugly to luggage and roller bags. Could also be customized with additional modifications for very large or unique applications. ie: zipper. The Bag Wrap is sized accordingly to different sizes of luggage and customized with screen-printed or embroidered patterns, logos, artwork, sayings or names to individualize each piece.

Abstract: An item stabilizer configured to prevent lateral movement of an item (such as a product-supporting pallet) in a transport container. The item stabilizer includes a first item side engager, a second item side engager, and a connector attached to each of the item side engagers such that an item can be positioned on the connector between the item side engagers. The item stabilizer is configured to prevent movement of the item by engaging opposite sides of the item while the weight of the item and any products thereon or therein rest on the connector, thereby preventing the connector and the item side engagers themselves from moving laterally. Each item side engager respectively extends between one side of the item and one of the side walls of the transport container to limit the lateral movement of the item. Multiple item stabilizers can work together to hold an item in place.

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 container for alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages has a container body for accommodating a beverage, and a camera attached to the container body, for making pictures, as well as for storing, printing, and projecting the pictures.

Abstract: Disclosed is a refillable aperture pouch for food or beverage comprising a refill-base and a lid; the refill-base and lid releasably connect; the refill-base allows the pouch to be refilled and allows access to the contents of the pouch through use of a utensil; an aperture is in the lid; the aperture pouch is adapted for use by children; the aperture pouch may be cleaned in a dishwasher; the aperture pouch may be hung on a rack by a cap, which cap connects to and seals the aperture; the aperture pouch may be refilled through use of a funnel; the funnel comprises an air-release channel.

Abstract: A valve system for a container or vat, such as a food cooking vat. The valve system includes a valve body and stem having a valve head with a sealing member. The valve body has an outlet configured to be in fluid communication with the vat, and the sealing member is in fluid communication with the outlet and the chamber and is selectively operable between a discharge position, allowing the vat's contents to drain from the chamber, and a closed position, allowing the contents to remain in the chamber. The sealing member preferably is comprised of polymer and has an O-type sealing ring interposed between a first portion and a second portion, where the diameter of the second portion is smaller than the diameter of the first portion. Embodiments may also include a snap-fit connection of the sealing member to the valve head.

Abstract: A packet of an enzyme and/or enzyme producing bacteria is contained within the core of a roll of toilet tissue or similar paper product wound on a core. The packet has a cover that dissolves or disintegrates on contact with water and disperses its contents into the aqueous waste stream. The packet may contain a mixture of bacterial cultures that produce enzymes to attack the greasy or fatty components of the waste stream. An additional article such as a sample of a liquid or creme personal care product may also be contained within the tissue paper core.

Abstract: A self-contained garbage or trash container system with an integrated removable, manual compaction device designed primarily for home or industrial use. The system includes an outer receptacle with attached hinged lid; an internal receptacle; a compaction device; and an attachment mechanism integrated into the lid and/or the compaction device as part of the system to house compaction device.

Abstract: Provided are plate designs that enable a user to hold a plate in one hand, together with a drinking cup in the same hand. The subject designs find use in various situations in which a user desires to hold a plate and a drinking cup simultaneously. The subject designs also find use in various situations in which a user desires to hold a plate securely, in the presence or absence of a drinking cup.

Abstract: A packaging system includes an outer shell having a display frame structure. A transparent or plastic container may be disposed in the outer shell. The transparent container may include mounted therein, a box insert formed from a paperboard body blank. The box insert may include a pair of laterally disposed sidewalls each including a locking slot and an arcuate portion. A front panel is disposed between the pair of sidewalls being connected by a vertical fold line at each sidewall. A display panel has laterally disposed locking tabs that are received in the locking slots of the sidewalls to cause the display panel to form a curved region supported by the arcuate portion.

Abstract: A dishwasher appliance is provided with a silverware basket. The silverware basket includes a ramp that is configured for urging the silverware basket away from a door of the appliance when the silverware basket is being detached from the door. The ramp can, e.g., assist a user in removing the silverware basket.

Abstract: A refrigerator appliance comprises an outer case which has an outer case assembly-interface. The refrigerator appliance further comprises an inner liner which has an inner liner assembly-interface. The outer case assembly-interface and the inner liner assembly-interface are configured to enable a locking engagement between the outer case assembly-interface and the inner liner assembly-interface at assembly. The locking engagement may comprise a positive snap-fit engagement.

Abstract: A crossbar assembly for use in connection with a hatch on the upper surface of a container is disclosed. The crossbar assembly may include a main body and an adjustable body. The adjustable body is preferably slideably aligned with the main body and preferably includes an adjusting device attached to the main body and the adjustable body for transitioning the adjustable body between positions along the main body. Two extenders may be positioned extending outwardly from the main body and the adjustable body. The main body and adjustable body also may each include stops for securing the crossbar assembly within the hatch of the container so as to preferably prevent workers from falling into the hatch.

Abstract: A bowl-shaped molded plastic cradle has bottom contours which are complemental to the topographical features of a thermoformed drink cup lid so that the cradle and lid may be nested within one another in a laterally stable association. This allows a food product such as a donut to be placed within the tray and marketed with, for example, hot coffee in a synergistic association.

Abstract: According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are disclosed liners, linings, tanks including the same, and methods of providing liners and linings for tanks. In an exemplary embodiment, a liner or lining includes a bottom sheet and a plurality of side sheets. At least one pair of adjacent side sheets is joined by an extrusion weld along an interface between the pair of adjacent side sheets. The extrusion weld is coupled to at least one mechanical fastener which is coupled to at least one structural component such that the pair of adjacent side sheets is anchored to the structural component.

Abstract: One embodiment relates to a hold open mechanism including first and second flat, strip-like members. Each of the first and second flat, strip-like members are comprised of a flexible material and have two opposing ends and an edge including two wide sections, one of each of which is located at the opposing ends of the members; a narrow section having a width less than the two wide sections and extending between and coupling the two wide sections; at least one mounting tab extending along at least a portion of the edge and connected thereto via a first pivot member having an orientation parallel with the length of the members. The first and second flat, strip-like members act as a flip tab providing a surface area for a user to access and manipulate between an upwards and downwards configuration relative to the orientation of the mechanism.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fuel tank accessory, consisting of a mixture of a first plastics material (A) and a second plastics material (B), wherein the first and the second plastics material are immiscible, wherein the mixture contains a compatibiliser for rendering the first and second plastics materials miscible, wherein the first plastics material is a fuel resistant plastics material and wherein the second plastics material is a non-fuel resistant plastics material. The fuel tank accessory is a spout, in particular a filler spout, or a valve, in particular a tank venting valve, or a cover element, wherein the fuel tank accessory is integrally moulded from the mixture.

Abstract: A device includes a housing, a support member, and a fastener. The housing defines a recess and includes a protrusion extending from a bottom of the recess. The height of the protrusion is less than a depth of the recess. The protrusion defines a fastening hole extending therethrough. The support member is retained within the housing and defines a through hole. The fastener extends through the through hole of the support member and is screwed into the fastening hole to secure the support member to the housing.

Abstract: An invertible segmented consumption container that inverts to allow for facilitated cleaning of an inner surface. A top section of the container comprises of a rigid material that separates from a bottom section. The top section is operable to engage a lid for containing a liquid. The bottom section is operable to retain the liquid for consumption. The bottom section is comprised of a flexible material. The invertibility of the bottom section creates access to the inner surface for facilitated cleaning When the rigid top section separates from the flexible bottom section, the bottom section may invert into itself. A rigid collar joins the top section with the bottom section, and provides a perimeter framework for drinking the liquid. The bottom section is also collapsible to provide compact storage and portability.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to support arrangements for semi-membrane tank walls and, more particularly, to a universal support assembly for tanks that experience thermal expansion and contraction. One embodiment of the invention may include a tank assembly having at least one tank wall, a support structure at least partially adjacent to the wall, and a link member coupling the tank to the support structure. The link member may be configured to accommodate relative movement between the tank and the support structure through rotation. The link member may be coupled to the tank wall by a ball and socket joint and coupled to the support structure with another ball and socket joint, allowing substantially unlimited in-plane movement of the tank wall relative to the support structure.

Abstract: The invention provides for a container comprising a container body sized and configured to contain a substance. At least one connection interface is arranged on the container body. The at least one connection interface is structured and arranged to removably connect at least one three-dimensional element to the container body.