Abstract: An integral blow molded bottle having a neck, a thread surrounding the neck and a collar at the top of the neck. A circumferential flange is provided on the outside of the top of the collar and a support column is provided on the inside of the collar for limiting threading of a cap down on the neck. A circumferential groove is formed in the outside of the collar to prevent bottoming of the flange by a cap threaded onto the neck.

Abstract: An apparatus for resealing a standard aluminum beverage can, once its lid had been punctured, consists of a cover having a threaded pour spout projecting from one surface thereof and a flared skirt surrounding the periphery of the cover along with a collar which is adapted to cooperate with the flared skirt portion of the cover to compress same against the exterior side wall of the beverage container. The collar serves as a clamping ring for maintaining a gas-tight seal between the can and the cover. A threaded cap is provided which can be screwed onto the threaded pour spout to complete the seal.

Abstract: A cylindrical body having a countersunk wall defining a trough around the internal periphery thereof, a removable cover assembly comprising a circular bottom member and a pair of semicircular plates disposed over the bottom member. The plates are supported and rotatable in a groove extending around the internal wall of the body member and are provided with a spring for urging the plates apart. A syphon tube forming an integral part of the bottle extends internally from the bottom of the trough to the cover.

Abstract: A detachable lid for a beverage can is adapted to be snap fit over the lid of an opened can. The lid has a spout adapted to be fit in the users mouth, a closure for the spout, a resilient strap for holding the closure to the lid, and a pry tab to enable the user to pry up the opening tab of a "snap-open" can.

Abstract: A container formed with an upper annular edge defining an outer annular edge and an inner annular edge, with a torroidal trough coextensively therebetween, with the trough formed with a plurality of apertures to permit fluid flow return to the container. A pour spout is formed originating interiorly of the inner annular edge adjacent the outer edge to enhance fluid flow from the container. The lid structure includes a central surface with a torroidal outer lid flange, with the outer lid flange including a plurality of equally spaced tabs radially directed exteriorly of the outer lid flange, with each of the tabs including a recess to accommodate manual grasping.

Abstract: A caulking gun with the open supporting framework that has a forwardly disposed ring member and a rearwardly disposed trigger actuating mechanism that is cooperative with a rod member with teeth thereon to advance the piston on the one end of the rod member which in turn operates on a moveable member in a disposable cartridge that is received by the supporting framework. A nozzle is removably connectable with the cartridge and is also removably connectable with the ring member of the gun to provide selective detachment.

Abstract: A pouring extension for a liquid containing can which has a hollow cylindrical body (20) with an outward flare (24) on the top and an inverted cone shape (30) on the bottom. A number of outwardly extending projections (34) are formed integrally with the bottom portion of the body allowing the extension to be inserted into open can and snapping into place on the internal bead of the can. The rigidity of the body in combination with the tapered shape and fit of the projections creates a hermetic seal retaining the extension in the can allowing the contents to be poured without contaminating the rim of the can. The extension may be tilted to pour all of the paint over the inside bead of the can and the tapered configuration allows use with all nominal size cans regardless of the diametrical tolerance.

Abstract: A flexible, generally tubular shaped spout device for use in dispensing fluids from containers having threaded or unthreaded openings. A hemispherical flange is included on a lower open end of the spout device which allows for flexible enlargement of a sealing ring upon compression of the external surfaces of the flange. Dimensions of the flexible spout are such that the spout may be centrally folded and latched in a retaining ring to create a seal between the lower open end and the upper open end of the spout.

Abstract: A tray with vertical sides has a large opening defined by a downwardly directed, tapered cylinder that seals into the top of a paint can. A support on the tray holds a paint brush on edge. A support is also provided for a paint roller. The supports are arranged so that paint drains into the can and the handles are unsoiled. Either the brush or the roller may be used while the other remains supported in the tray out of the way. A device across the opening allows removal of excess paint. The tray may be used to distribute paint on the roller. The opening provides access to the paint, and the accessory locks in place so that open can with both roller and brush in place may be carried about as a unit. The accessory includes a pouring spout.

Abstract: An L-shaped dispensing wand has one end fitted into an insert previously snap fitted into the neck of a container, such as a rectangular metal can. The wand has an array of holes along the top side thereof which face downward when the can is inverted to sprinkle the area beneath the can. Preferably, the L-shaped dispensing wand is made of two portions which are packaged side-by-side and retained on top of the can prior to sale of the can. The customer assembles the sections to form the L-shaped wand and inserts the wand into the insert within the can. The insert includes a plurality of vent holes therein, which allow air to enter the can and reduce the vacuum tending to occur in the can as the can drains.

Abstract: A dispensing fitment is temporarily retained in a conventional screw cap for application to a container as an assembly by axial ribs extending radially outward from the cylindrical sidewall of the fitment to engage the cap threads, and by thin planar fins extending radially outward from the base of each rib parallel to the end wall of the fitment and into the cap thread. An internal bead on the fitment snaps over an external groove in the container neck to secure the fitment to the container so that the fitment remains affixed to the container when the cap is removed for dispensing product from the container through a dispensing opening in the fitment end wall.

Abstract: A detachable pouring spout generally adapted for use in pouring fluid from a container having an externally threaded neck which can be closed with an internally threaded reclosable cap. The spout has a tubular body with proximate and distal ends and a coupling associated with each end. The proximate end coupling, preferably a female coupling, detachably connects the spout to the container by forming a substantially fluid-tight friction connection with the neck of the container. The distal end coupling, a male coupling comprised of external threads near the distal end of the body, is preferably adapted to threadedly engage the reclosable cap of the container. The spout may also include one or more externally protruding annular rings near the distal end of the body which contact the lip of a fluid delivery aperture and prevent the spout from slipping therefrom.

Abstract: A leaktight stopper unit and pouring tube for a container having an opening surrounded by a cylindrical neck having an intermediate element which includes inner and outer generally cylindrical sleeves connected by a top surface defining a cylindrical cavity for placement over the cylindrical neck of a container. A pouring tube which includes a memory effect bellows and which is retractible into the annular intermediate element, a removable closing stopper having a top portion such that an inner face of the top portion contacts the top of the pouring tube to compress the pouring tube in a retracted position substantially within the annular intermediate element. The inner sleeve of the annular intermediate element is sized to fit snugly with a cylindrical neck of a container and additionally comprises an integrally extending shoulder flange for retaining the pouring tube within the intermediate element.

Abstract: A resealable container enclosure includes a fitment with an annular body which snap fits over the mouth of a container, a resilient frusto-conical wall integrally molded with the annular body in a convex configuration to extend outward from the container, and a spout extending outward from frusto-conical wall. The enclosure includes a cap which, as it is screwed onto the container, engages the spout and deforms the resilient frusto-conical wall into the concave configuration producing bending moments which cause the spout to pop-up as the resilient frusto-conical spout returns to the convex configuration upon removal of the cap. A plurality of circumferentially spaced ribs extending axially and radially along the inner surface of the resilient frusto-conical stiffen the frusto-conical wall in the preferred embodiment of the invention.

Abstract: An adapter that releasably engages the rim of an aluminum beverage can and which provides a bottle-like spout so that a consumer may drink from the can as if drinking from a bottle. In a first embodiment, a flexible base has radially inwardly extending lugs that releasably engage the rim of the can at circumferentially spaced locations therebout. A concave plate having a central, oval-shaped opening is fixedly secured about its periphery to inner side walls of the adapter, in vertically spaced relation to the open bottom end of the adapter. A resilient gasket circumscribes and depends from the opening and the vertical extent of the gasket is such that the bottom edge of the gasket is coplanar with the bottom of the adapter so that the gasket tightly seals a pour opening punched in the lid of the can when the adapter is detachably secured to the rim of the can. In a second embodiment, the plate, opening and gasket are eliminated and an annular ring having a pointed lower edge provides the needed seal.

Abstract: This cover for an open standard beverage can, or a container of similar end configuration, includes a cap having an outlet passage and a vent, and a valve received in the cap with a snap-in assembly. The valve has a tubular lever that can be put in communication with the outlet passage to form a mouthpiece. Under this condition, the valve also opens the vent.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a development of can caps for cans 1, 2 whose lids have a circular edge bead 3 as well as a wall section 4 that can be torn up to form a pouring opening 5. In order to close cans 1, 2 of different diameters with the same cap, the present invention provides for a longer, curved front edge web 9 and a plurality of individual webs 10, 11 at different locations from the curved front edge web 9, on the other hand, on the basic body 7 of the cap. The radial spacing 12 between the individual webs 10, 11 corresponds approximately to the thickness of the lid edge bead 3 of the can 1, 2. All the webs 9, 10, 11 are shaped such that they are able to reach behind the lid edge bead 3 of cans 1, 2 of different size in the manner of a snap cap. The cap lid is sealed against the can cap via a sealing ring 8 guided and held on the cap, which is pressed against the outer surface of the lid surrounding the pouring opening 5 of the can lid.

Abstract: A spill-proof closure for containers used in dispensing liquid beverages. The closure contains an opening for delivery of a contained beverage. The closure also includes a sealing member and a deflectable member. Together these parts form a flow control valve which is normally closed, but opens when external lip pressure is applied during normal drinking.

Abstract: A tool for applying liquids has a nozzle portion which is provided with a spatulate section having a discharge orifice in the side thereof from which the liquid emerges. The spatulate section is mounted on a tool body which is freely rotatable, so that the liquid may be applied to the surface of a tubular object in a convenient manner.

Abstract: A funnel of generally U-shaped cross section is provided for use with a container to form an integrated funnel/container package wherein the funnel is designed to fit inside the opening of the container. The funnel and container may be provided with mating fastening means and the funnel may have funnel alignment means for alignment of the funnel on the container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container for liquid which is able to retain the liquid therein for drinking purposes at a temperature close to its original temperature for a period of time. The design of the top makes it easy to insert, reduces vents to one drink hole, and the addition of an interior shelf or speed bump will add additional important insurance against spills or splashes while improving the heat retention. The improved shape will allow a mechanical channel for an add on handle which will reduce breakage and add marketing options. The improved shape will also allow the possibility of the jiggering of the mug.

Abstract: A paint can top lid groove protector and spout. The protector consists of a ring formed with a top surface and an inside wall and outside wall. The ring is engageable in a covering relationship to a paint can rim groove, formerly occupied by the can lid. The contents of the can remain exposed. The spout consists of a pair of pour guards defining an orifice for pouring. The pour guards have raised lip portions extending to the outer edge of the ring. The top surface extends slightly past the outside wall to allow the device to be pulled up and removed.

Abstract: A closure including a standard threaded cap having a tamper indicating band depending from the cap skirt by frangible webs. The tamper indicating band has an inwardly directed bead which cooperates with a flange on the container neck which allows the band to rotate with the cap but prevents the band from being removed past the container flange. Alternatively the tamper indicating band contains spaced ratchet teeth which engage ratchet teeth on the container neck to prevent further rotation. A rotary seal is provided between the cap and container neck which is effective for an axial length A greater than the sum of a distance B between the cap bead and the container flange when the cap is tightened or the axial movement of the cap in rotating the ratchet teeth into contact and the distance C which the frangible webs stretch before fracture. Thus the rotary seal prevents access to the product prior to breaking the tamper indicating band loose from the cap.

Abstract: A paint can lid comprising a one-piece molded plastic lid. The periphery of the lid is formed to provide an outer edge that will engage the underside of a paint can rim, engage and extend up along the outer, vertical edge of the paint can rim, and extend inwardly along the top of the paint can rim. Inward of the lid periphery, the lid is formed with a downwardly-extending annular cavity defined by the lid wall having a U-shaped cross section. Immediately inward of the annular cavity, the lid is formed to provide a pouring spout of frusto-conical configuration having a truncated top. The top of the spout is provided with a peripheral rim enclosing a pouring opening of a diameter smaller than the diameter of the spout top itself.

Abstract: A paint mixing container comprising a main body (2) of circular cross section with a base (4), side walls and an open top (6). There is a stirring arm (40) comprising a rotatable central shaft (42) with a helical blade (43) rigidly mounted about the central shaft. As well, there is a removable cover (20) with locking means (12,52) to allow the cover to be attached to the main body. The removable cover has a sealable opening (22) and means (24) to rotatably support the stirring arm in the interior of the main body.

Abstract: A hand held, spring actuated single stroke piston desoldering instrument having a removable, replaceable nozzle tip in combination with a novel removal tool which also serves as a holder for several spare tips is disclosed. The barrel of the desoldering instrument is one-piece molded and includes an end cap portion with a forwardly protruding nose portion having a nozzle retaining central bore therethrough. The novel replaceable nozzle element has two annular grooves formed about its periphery: the first mates with an annular reduced diameter shoulder within the retaining bore of the end cap; the second is normally disposed forwardly of an outside of the end cap where it may be gripped by a pair of flexible jaws on the removal tool.

Abstract: A paint can attachment which fits into the rim channel around the open top of a paint can. A sloped ring shaped surface extends slightly into the can flush with the inner peripheral edge of the can to prevent paint from getting into the rim channel. A pourer spout may be attached for ease of pouring paint. A paint scraper bar may be attached for scraping excess paint off brushes.

Abstract: A resilient paint can accessory configured to be removably mounted on a paint can comprising a hollow frustrum stir skirt having an interrupted lower annular attachment element or ring formed on the lower periphery thereof to engage the inner lip of the paint can and to form a seal therewith such that when the resilient paint can accessory is mounted on the paint can the hollow frustrum stir skirt forms a stir area, a pour spout extends outwardly from the forward portion of the upper periphery of the hollow frustrum stir skirt to form a pour area and an upper annular liquid retainer element formed on a portion of the upper periphery of the hollow frustrum stir skirt and pour spout to contain paint within the stir area when stirring the paint within the paint can and to direct the paint from the paint through the pour area when pouring paint from the paint can.

Abstract: A two-piece combination pouring trough and splash shield for use with a food mixer bowl. The two pieces may be selectively locked together or separated as desired. When locked together, the two pieces form a frusto-conical splash shield. Integrally formed with the splash shield is a pouring trough. A pair of concentric annular ribs are secured to the frusto-conical splash shield whereby the assembled splash shield may rest on the top edge of a bowl and may accommodate various sizes of mixing bowls. The locking mechanism for locking the two pieces of the splash shield together may be configured as a ball and socket arrangement or a tab and slot arrangement.

Abstract: An attachment for a cylindrical container is disclosed. The attachment is secured and sealed on the open top of the can by a seal which mates with the rim of the container. The attachment includes a pour spout with a cap, an access opening with a cover, and a paint paddle scraper along with a comb for cleaning the paint from brushes.

Abstract: An apparatus for removing the contents of a can which uses a conventional can opener having a triangularly shaped outside edge forward portion for opening a can. Positioned on the front of the can opener near the outside edge is an opening air sealing device whereby as the outside edge forward portion makes an opening in the can the opening air sealing device closes the opening. An air pressurizing device in the form of a squeeze bulb and a conduit defining a passageway are attached to the can opener and the conduit defining a passageway is positioned through the opening air sealing device at one end of the air pressurizing device and the conduit is connected to the squeeze bulb at the other end of the air pressurizing device.

Abstract: A cover with a pouring spout is constructed to engage a plurality of standard containers, such as as paint cans, having different configurations. These cans in any given size may be of metal of plastic, and each will have a particular rim configuration. The cover is adapted to engage and seal either of there, and confine the contents of the can so that there is no leakage or rim contamination as the contents are poured out.

Abstract: A spout for attachment to a can having a raised peripheral rim at the top, and a push-in tab in its top which is pushed in by a lift tab, leaving an off-center opening in the can top. The spout has a tubular plastic body of oblong cross-section with a bottom opening at its inner end and an outwardly-facing groove extending around this opening to receive the edge of the can top part-way around the push-in tab opening in it. A flexible and resilient lip extends down and in from the bottom side of the spout body to engage beneath the top peripheral rim of the can.

Abstract: The cover includes a cover body provided with a pouring spout with a metering gate member and operating cam members for coupling the cover body to the inner edge of a paint can or the like, and a lip gasket arranged under the perimetrical edge of the cover member and acting on the top portion of the can and coupled to the cover body through a loop portion for providing resiliency in the axial direction.

Abstract: A two-part closure assembly for a container includes a spout and a measuring cup. The spout has an outer annular ring, a liquid-dispensing component disposed within an upper portion of the annular ring and a passageway therethrough adapted for fluid flow communication with a liquid held in the container. The annular ring has an inner surface which has an annular groove in the upper portion of the ring, an annular recess in the lower portion of the ring, and means in the lower portion to engage a container. The cup has a base, and a sidewall extending upwardly from the base to define a cavity into which a liquid can be poured. An annular flange, extending outwardly from the outer surface of the sidewall of the cup, is alternately releasably engageable within the annular groove in the inner surface of the annular ring of the spout to envelop the liquid-dispensing component of the spout and within the annular recess in the inner surface to be disposed within the liquid-dispensing component.

Abstract: A nozzle and a method for applying adhesive to join two surfaces. The nozzle has a body member and a conical tip extending from an outlet face of the body member. A first pair of gas passageways is disposed on a side of the conical tip opposite a second pair of gas passageways. Each of the four gas passageways has a dispensing orifice at the outlet face of the nozzle body. The pairs of passageways are inwardly directed to project streams of gas, preferably air, parallel opposed sides of the conical tip. Thus, the streams of air converge at a distance from the outlet face beyond the apex of the conical tip. These streams of air cradle a stream of material issuing from the apex of the conical tip and cause an oscillatory zig-zag deposition of material. The deposition on a first surface has a resonant frequency and has smooth, controlled radius turns at its edges. A second surface is then brought into contact with the first surface while the adhesive is still in a fluid state.

Abstract: An improved decanter vessel formed of a rigid receptacle and a pouring spout unit permanently engaged about the neck of the receptacle. The pouring spout unit has formed therein an internal annular cavity shaped to accommodate the neck of the receptacle. The receptacle and pouring spout unit are joined by a flexible material which surrounds the neck portion of the receptacle forming a mechanical lock between the neck portion and the pouring spout unit. During assembly of the decanter, the flexible material is in a liquid state to facilitate joining of the receptacle and the pouring spout unit and assure that the material evenly and completely surrounds the neck and fills the annular cavity. The flexible material solidifies after assembly of the decanter vessel.

Abstract: A metering pouring stopper comprising two elements of a moldable or injectable material which is at least somewhat flexible. One of these elements comprises a pouring lip which can be fastened to the free end to the threaded neck of the container, while the other element comprises a metering chamber and a threaded skirt to be screwed onto the threaded neck of the container. Since the threads of the necks of containers always have a predetermined, constant angular orientation, the two elements of the stop that can fit into one another have assembly detachable means which make it possible to assemble them temporarily before they are placed onto the container.

Abstract: This invention is a disposable paint can pouring spout which snaps easily onto a typical paint can rim and attaches securely to the inner bead of the paint can opening. A locking member is shaped to fit securely on the can opening and its ends lock together for greater rigidity. To this locking member is attached a pouring member which can be configured to extend straight out of the can opening or which can extend at any angle.

Abstract: A low profile, liquid container, preferably of molded plastic construction, has rotatably mounted on it a dispensing spout which can be rotated between a pouring position and a stowed position overlying a carrying handle for the container. The rotatable spout is provided with outwardly projecting ribs which are alternately engageable with projections formed on the container to lock the spout in either the pouring or the stowed positions.

Abstract: A unique laboratory glassware system is provided which includes glass functional members and an elastomeric coupling member for joining two of the functional members in axial alignment. Each of the functional members has a conduit portion terminating in a male sealing portion. The male sealing portion comprises an annular flange with a front conical surface and a rear locking shoulder. The coupling member includes a central opening having a gasket portion separating two axially aligned bores that include a female sealing portion corresponding in profile to the male sealing portion. The conduit portion of the functional members form a positive engagement with the female sealing portion of the coupling member such that the joined functional members snap into position and are locked against internal pressure that could pull them apart.

Abstract: The spray bottle has a bottle body, an elbow mounted thereon in an impact connection, and a nozzle mouthpiece supported by the elbow and directed obliquely upwards. The spraying direction of the nozzle mouthpiece encloses an angle between 50.degree. and 75.degree., preferably approximately 73.degree., with the longitudinal median axis of the bottle body. The nozzle mouthpiece is covered by a closure cap. The nozzle mouthpiece and closure cap can be locked by catching on a nipple supported by the elbow. A childproof connection may be provided for the closure cap.

Abstract: The method of and apparatus for reducing oxidation and evaporation of coffee in a wide-mouth decanter, such as those primarily intended for use with automatic coffee makers, by way of providing a cover for the wide mouth thereof, and in which there is provided a pour spout extending within the coffee decanter, the ingress orifice of the pour spout opening within the lower fourth of the coffee decanter, and the vent opening thereof being of a cumulative area such that the vapor pressure of heated coffee in the decanter exceeds atmospheric pressure to substantially create a vapor seal thereacross.

Abstract: A container lid for substantially covering a container opening while receiving a utensil handle therethrough. A recess is formed in the lid to closely receive the utensil handle and a recess cover assembly extends over the recess to reduce the possibility of foreign matter entering the container. A hinge means and a handle means are disposed on the lid for pivotally mounting the lid with respect to the container. A generally tapering flange or rim extends from a lower surface of the lid for close receiving relation with the container opening.

Abstract: A pouring apparatus for use on a liquid-carrying container such as a paint can for preventing inadvertent spillage onto the can, the apparatus having a wedge-shaped annulus for insertion into the open mouth of the can and for frictional engagement with the inner rim of the can without being supported on the top or side wall of the can. A spout member provides a pouring surface which may be either integral to or separate from but supported by the annulus. Where the pouring surface is separate, it may be made of a disposable material such as paper. Such disposable material pouring surface or spout member is preferably secured between the wedge-shaped annulus and the inner rim of the can. This is facilitated by shaping the secured portion of the spout member to conform to the wedge shape of the annulus.

Abstract: A set up piece for drinking a liquid contained in a can which can is provided with a lid portion which can be torn away for obtaining an opening in the lid. The set up piece comprises a substantially cylindrical body portion which can be clamped onto the can in such a way that a liquid impervious closure is obtained. The cylindrical wall of the set up piece is connected to an inwardly running radial portion for contacting the lid of the can when the set up piece is mounted on said can.

Abstract: A liquid containing and dispensing package comprising a hollow plastic container having a neck, a fitment interengaging the neck and closure. The fitment interengages the neck and has a first peripheral portion extending axially and having a portion defining a spout having a pouring lip extending axially inwardly of the end of the neck, and a closure comprising a top wall and a first peripheral wall extending from the top wall axially inwardly. The closure includes a radial portion extending from the peripheral wall and sealingly engaging an annular area of the fitment. The closure defines a dispensing cup and includes a second outer peripheral wall spaced from the first peripheral wall which has internal threads engaging external threads on the neck of the container.

Abstract: A sanitary drinking accessory is disclosed for use with a metal beverage can after it has been opened by actuating an integral "pop-top" feature. The drinking accessory has a unitary body fabricated from a resilient material which is not inherently potentially toxic when brought into contact with a human mouth. The peripheral shape of the drinking accessory includes a rear section and a front section which is shaped, in horizontal cross section, in the form of a circular section generally conforming to the curve of the circumference of the top of the beverage can. An aperture extends through the accessory and terminates, at its upper end, in an outwardly flared manner such that its upper section merges with the top surface.

Abstract: A spout located on a nozzle of a cartridge containing semi solid material has a movable gate for selectively opening and closing the passage through the spout. The spout has a slot slidably accommodating the gate. An annular bead on the spout surrounds the opening and projects into the slot. The gate has a convex curved portion that engages the bead when the gate is in the closed position to seal the material in the nozzle.

Abstract: A nozzle for a die casting machine of the type having mold halves that move toward and away from the parting line and engage a nozzle located on the parting line. The nozzle is free to "float" a limited amount on its surface mounting so as to assume a correct location at every shot in response to the die inserts closing around it. The nozzle also has a frusto-conical surface on the exit end of its aperture to provide a clean breakaway after a shot is made and only a small contact area is provided on the nozzle for engagement by the molds to reduce heat transfer thereto from the nozzle, moreover the structure increases specific superficial pressure between the nozzle area and the mold insert area in order to crush any metal debris that accumulates during the casting operation.