Abstract: A cooling collar for cooling beverages, comprising separable cooling shells that each contains a cooling material and a cavity that approximates the size of a standard beer or soda can. In preferred embodiments the cooling material is present in sufficient quantity to cool a standard beverage can from room temperature to about 45° F. in no more than 30, 25 or even 22 minutes, and to cool at least 24, 35 or even 50 cans without refreezing the collar.

Abstract: A resonance chamber with two or more speakers positioned in the lid of a commercially available cooler chest and electrically connected to a radio circuit board also positioned in the lid and powered by a solar panels or a combination of solar panels and batteries. All elements are water proofed and positioned for protection during normal use of the cooler and positioned so as to not disrupt the normal use of the cooler.

Abstract: A portable refrigeration apparatus includes a base defining an open interior cavity. An electric refrigeration unit is operably disposed in the base for cooling the contents of the interior cavity. A food container is configured to be removably disposed within the interior cavity of the base such that the cooled air is prevented from entering the food container and instead is trapped and circulated within the interior cavity surrounding the food container. A lid is positionable over the food container and configured to be removably placed onto an upper edge of the base or onto the food container to form a generally air-tight seal therebetween.

Abstract: A portable container comprising: a box member; a Stirling cooler as a temperature controlling unit for refrigerating the inside of the box member, an operation unit for controlling the Stirling cooler; and handles for supporting the box member by grasping. Cutouts are formed between an upper surface of the box member and both side surfaces thereof, the operation unit is provided on one of the cutouts, and the handles are provided outwardly relative to the cutouts respectively.

Abstract: A food serving container for keeping food articles chilled while being served. The food serving container includes an exterior bowl member designed for being positioned on a support surface. A cooling member is selectively positioned against an interior surface of the exterior bowl member. The cooling member is designed for being frozen. An interior bowl member is selectively coupled to the exterior bowl member whereby the cooling member is positioned between the interior bowl member and the external bowl member when the cooling member is positioned against the exterior bowl member and the interior bowl member is coupled to the exterior bowl member. The interior bowl member is substantially concave whereby the interior bowl member is designed for receiving the food articles. The cooling member is designed for cooling the food articles in the interior bowl member to inhibit spoiling of the food articles positioned in the interior bowl member.

Abstract: A cold-storage appliance comprises an open-topped insulating container defining an external surface, an insulating lid adapted to close the open top of the container, a cooling means adapted to cool the interior but not the exterior of the container, and a structure supporting the container, the lid and the cooling means. In accordance with the invention, the container is mounted to the structure for movement relative to the structure and the lid to open the container and afford access to its interior or to close the container, and at least a majority of the external surface of the container is exposed to ambient air when the container is closed by the lid.

Abstract: An automated storage library including: an enclosure having a cartridge storage area in an interior of the enclosure; a plurality of media cartridges disposed in the cartridge storage area; and a cooling unit operatively connected to the enclosure for cooling at least the cartridge storage area of the enclosure. Preferably, the enclosure has an exterior wall and the cooling unit is at least partially disposed in the exterior wall. More preferably, the cooling unit is a thermoelectric cooler having a hot side disposed on an exterior of the enclosure and a cold side disposed in the interior of the enclosure.

Abstract: A portable food container which includes a cooling device capable of keeping the food cool and fresh for several hours. Apparatus consist of three parts: a flat plastic cover removable from the main compartment; a main compartment consisting of a plastic container designed to place food inside it; and a cooling device consisting of a small plastic container completely sealed and filled with freezable gel that remains cold for several hours. The apparatus is designated to be placed on the bottom of a fridge until the freezable gel contained in the sealed cooling device is frozen. Afterwards, the user can place food inside the main compartment, close it with the cover and carry the apparatus with him/her for later consumption of fresh food. The apparatus can be carried inside a purse, briefcase, backpack, etc.

Abstract: A portable cooler for selectively maintaining a variety of food and beverage items at a low temperature, comprising a substantially rectangular insulated container and a cooling device for cooling the interior volume of the insulated container. The insulated container has a storage compartment, a lid, and at least one hinge which pivotally attaches the lid to the storage compartment. The cooling device has an associated air outlet vent for exhausting heat extracted from the interior volume of the insulated container during operation of the cooling device. The portable cooler has a display panel for enabling a user to control the operation of the cooling device and has a battery compartment for selective containment therein of at least one battery for powering the cooling device.

Abstract: In a system and method of controlling the temperature of a body disposed in a thermal cup, the thermal cup includes a cup member formed from a thermally conductive material and having inner and outer surrounding walls which cooperatively confine a vacuum sealed chamber that contains a thermally conductive material. The body is disposed in a receiving space confined by the inner surrounding wall. The thermal cup is held in a cup support and is disposed adjacent to a vent in a housing of an air conditioning apparatus such that temperature-conditioned air currents discharged by the air conditioning apparatus through the vent reach the thermal cup to thereby cool or warm the body in the thermal cup.

Abstract: Disclosed is a refrigerator comprising at least one chamber and a temperature adjuster adjusting a temperature inside the chamber, further comprising a first temperature sensor approximately sensing the temperature inside the chamber, a second temperature sensor spaced from the first temperature sensor so as to sense the real temperature inside the chamber; and a controller controlling the temperature adjuster according to the temperature sensed by the second temperature sensor when the temperature sensed by the first temperature sensor is within predetermined temperature limits of the chamber and the temperature sensed by the second temperature sensor is not. With this configuration, the temperature inside the chamber is effectively controlled by an accurate and prompt sensing operation. Though one of the first and second temperature sensors is abnormal, it is possible to replace or repair the abnormal temperature sensor, or to control the temperature adjuster by the other normal temperature sensor.

Abstract: A refrigerator comprises a cool air generating part supplying cool air to a storage compartment; upper and lower cabinets having first and second storage compartments; and a shaft rotatably supporting the upper and lower cabinets, respectively. With this configuration, the refrigerator is useable in all directions by a rotatable structure, is easily carried by wheels, and is useable as a table by a table member provided in an upper part of an upper cabinet.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a method, apparatus and system for cooling goods, such as, for example, agricultural products, in a substantially sealed chamber. A method of the invention includes placing goods on a surface; forming a chamber over the goods on the surface; positioning a cooling apparatus having a first portion and a second portion proximate to the goods; enclosing the first portion of the cooling apparatus in the chamber; substantially sealing the chamber; and cooling the goods. A cooling system of the invention comprises a first support having a carrier; an evaporation coil mounted to the first support; a second support having a carrier; a compressor mounted to the second support, the compressor coupled to the evaporation coil; and a substantially sealed enclosure positioned over the evaporation coil and such that the compressor is positioned without the chamber.

Abstract: A compact cosmetic case, including a carrying case and a refrigerable device, for refrigerated storage and transportation of heat-sensitive cosmetics. The cosmetic case includes a narrow cavity that is defined by two attached non-absorbent protective panels, each panel including an insulating material to decrease heat transfer between the outside ambient air and the cavity of the carrying case, where the cosmetics are stored. The arrangement of the cosmetic case keeps cosmetics in close proximity to the refrigerable device and the non-absorbent panels, thereby decreasing the void space within the cavity. The cosmetic case includes a divider that efficiently organizes the cosmetics and the refrigerable devices within the cavity of the carrying case of the cosmetic case.

Abstract: An insert is retained at the bottom of a portable liquid drink dispenser close to its nozzle. The insert has an inclined top surface for eliminating the need to tip the drink dispenser in order to dispense the final drinks. The insert has a coolant for cooling the fluid at the bottom of the drink dispenser in the area of the nozzle. The coolant may be water, gel or other high heat density material. The insert is chilled in a freezer prior to being retained in the drink dispenser. The insert is removably retained in the bottom of the drink dispenser using any or all of several retention means. The insert has the further advantage of allowing for the stacking of inserts during freezing and transport. Elimination of the need for tipping the drink dispenser allows for the stacking or mounting of drink dispensers while dispensing drinks.

Abstract: A portable conditioned storage unit includes a platform transportable on a trailer or vehicle having a storage box thereon. The interior of the storage box is insulated and suitable for storing wild game or other goods within a cage situated within the storage box in spaced relation to permit the circulation of conditioned air about the cage. A removable modular unit having standard air conditioning components operates in attachment to the storage box to heat and cool the insulated interior and goods within the cage. The storage unit is powered by an external electrical source or built-in electrical generator.

Abstract: An insulated container for the storage and transport of fresh food items to keep them at a desired temperature, preferably between 0 and 4° C., includes a case provided with an insulating material lining on all its inside faces. The container also includes a diffuser cover provided with an independent refrigeration source connected to a thermal bridge by a support receptacle. The refrigeration source keeps the desired temperature inside the case for a determined period. An insulating cover fits over the diffuser cover to provide thermal insulation for the assembly.

Abstract: A portable cooling tray for cooling food materials. The cooling tray having a top surface defining a well into which one or more ice packs can be set. This well recessed so that that upper surface of the ice packs are level with the top surface of the cooling tray thereby forming a planar surface onto which the food materials or containers of food materials can be rested.

Abstract: A portable thermoelectric cooling and heating appliance device and associated method of using the device are disclosed. The device comprises: a generally rectangular box, a hinge, a generally rectangular lid, a locking means, and a power cord. The box has a divider wall which defines a partition between a left and a right chamber within the box. The box further includes: an outer shell; an insulation layer; a inner shell; a power input plug; a first heat transfer unit; a first network of cooling/heating coils; a first control knob having a first voltage regulator and a first thermostat operationally connected to each other; a first spigot having a first button and a first drain; a second heat transfer unit; a second network of cooling/heating coils; a second control knob having a second voltage regulator and a second thermostat operationally connected to each other; and a second spigot having a second button and a second drain. The hinge is attached to the outer shell of the box.

Abstract: A pickup drop off lock box for medical samples is equipped with a failsafe lock which will not permit the key to be removed without the lid properly positioned to permit latching. Adequate thermal insulation is provided to allow samples to be stored at temperatures of 5° F. for 16 hours. In addition, an inner liner of styrene insulation is removable/replaceable in the event it becomes worn, soiled or damaged. The failsafe lock has potential applicability in other environments.

Abstract: Disclosed is a property box of a cabinet/wall-hanging type requiring low temperature. The property box of a cabinet/wall-hanging type requiring low temperature according to the present invention provides advantages of being attachable to a wall surface or a corner of living space such as a bedroom of a married couple, a dress room or a bathroom in a newly-built or an existing apartment, an ordinary house or in lodging so as to store and make easily available of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, films, beverage, beer or wine requiring low temperature whenever necessary. When protection of a privacy is required, unlike the conventional refrigerator shared by others in a shared living space, the property box according to the present invention can be installed at a desired position, thereby achieving the protection of privacy and resolving the problem of narrowing the living space subsequent to installation of the property box.

Abstract: The invention concerns a chamber (1) divided into two zones (11, 12) for preservation at different temperature, separated by a vertical mobile thermal barrier (10), capable of sliding horizontally and enabling said zones (11, 12) to exhibit modifiable dimensions as required. The meal trays (4) comprise, on opposite edges, notches (7) adapted to receive a removable insulating partition (8, 9) separating the meals (13) to be served hot from those to be served cold and whereof the position can be modified to correspond with that of the thermal barrier (10). Vertical sheaths (21) enable, by means of turbines, to circulate warm or cool air, through orifices (22). A valve (23) prevents the air in sheaths (21) from passing through the evaporator (18). Electric resistors (16) with fins are arranged opposite or beneath the meal trays (4). A refrigerating compressor (20, 20′), provided in a lower casing (2) or an upper casing (3), for cool air diffusion and circulation, feed the evaporator (18).

Abstract: A portable ice chest used for maintaining its contents in a cooled or frozen state for an extended period of time. The ice chest includes an insulated cover with an inner compartment and an insulated container with a bottom compartment. The cover is adapted to fit airtight upon the top opening of the container. To maintain the contents of the ice chest in a frozen state, a refrigerant coolant such as dry ice is placed in the inner compartment only. To maintain the contents of the ice chest in a refrigerated state, a refrigerant coolant such as dry ice is placed in the bottom compartment only. Additionally, when no dry ice is placed in either compartments, the present invention can be used as a regular ice chest.

Abstract: A refrigerator which stores food having an ideal storage temperature range that is different from a predetermined storage temperature range of a storage compartment of the refrigerator. The refrigerator includes a cabinet which defines an appearance of the refrigerator, a storage compartment which is defined in the cabinet and has an opening, a door which selectively opens and closes the opening, and a storage container which is removably received in the storage compartment to store the food. The storage container has a double container structure and includes a box-shaped outer container part, a lid, and an inner container part. The outer container part defines an appearance of the storage container and has an opening. The lid selectively opens and closes the opening of the outer container part. The inner container part is removably set in the outer container part.

Abstract: A product merchandising unit for holding and displaying multiple and different types of products, the unit including a cooler assembly for holding and displaying chilled products and at least one display rack for holding and displaying periodicals.

Abstract: A shipping apparatus includes a container with a closeable top for carrying pharmaceuticals and a cooling means for keeping the pharmaceuticals temperature protected. The apparatus further includes a retention means within the container for positioning and securing the pharmaceuticals and cooling means, and a gripping means for transporting the container. A method of using a shipping apparatus includes the steps of assembling a container with a closeable top for carrying pharmaceuticals, activating, and inserting a cooling means into a retention means of the container for keeping said pharmaceuticals temperature protected. The steps further include inserting the pharmaceuticals into the retention means within the container for positioning and securing the pharmaceuticals, closing the top of the container and engaging a gripping means for transporting the container.

Abstract: A product merchandising unit for holding and displaying multiple and different types of products, the unit including a cooler assembly for holding and displaying chilled products and at least one display rack for holding and displaying periodicals.

Abstract: A portable cooling or heating system suitable for use on vehicle such as a car, plane or boat, that does not have its own air conditioning system. The system is intended to be combined with a portable cooler chest and includes an electric fan unit that can be powered from the power supply on a vehicle. The cooling is provided by ice and the like. The system can also be used to heat a confined space by placing a hot material in the chest.

Abstract: An article for the delivery of personal care foams including a package comprising a container having flexible, deformable walls, an opening portion, a first sponge and a foaming composition. The package also includes at least one temperature changing element. The temperature changing element may include an anhydrous reaction, heats of solution, oxidation reactions, crystallization, electro-chemical heaters, zeolite-liquid systems and heats of neutralization. Further, the container may also include a second sponge.

Abstract: A portable ice chest used for maintaining its contents in a cooled or frozen state for an extended period of time. The ice chest includes an insulated cover with an inner compartment and an insulated container with a bottom compartment. The cover is adapted to fit airtight upon the top opening of the container. To maintain the contents of the ice chest in a frozen state, a refrigerant coolant such as dry ice is placed in the inner compartment only. To maintain the contents of the ice chest in a refrigerated state, a refrigerant coolant such as dry ice is placed in the bottom compartment only. Additionally, when no dry ice is placed in either compartments, the present invention can be used as a regular ice chest.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insulated container, particularly a cooler bag, for the refrigerated transportation of foods, substances and/or articles, having a jacket surrounding a transportation space or area and a closable opening is provided in the jacket for accessing the transportation space. According to the invention the insulated container is characterized in that in the transportation space is received an active cooling device with a heat exchange device, that in the jacket there is at least one recess and that the recess is constructed for receiving and passing to the outside the heat exchange device.

Abstract: A method for maintaining selectable cold storage temperatures for protracted periods of time using pre-mixed thermal control materials having predetermined melting temperatures equal to the selectable cold storage temperatures is provided. According to preferred embodiments, the thermal control materials are solutions that are filled into cold packs and the solutions are frozen to maintain selected temperatures less than 0° C. The present invention includes methods of storage and transport of materials using the cold packs.

Abstract: A combination includes a tray providing a flat upwardly facing surface and a plurality of raised edges forming compartments on the flat surface. The tray is made, in part, of a material adapted for phase changing thermal absorption such as, so called, blue-ice. A plurality of food containers each have a flat bottom surface adapted for intimate contact with the flat surface of the tray. The containers also provide a peripheral bottom edge adapted for snap engagement with the raised edges of the tray for holding the containers on the tray.

Abstract: An insulated chest for holding the head and cape of a harvested game animal, with an insulated, flexible lid having a pair of reclosable openings for passage of the animal's antlers or horns. Each of the openings has an overlapping closure, which can be closed around the base of each antler or horn before the edges of the lid are secured to the chest. A supporting block inside the chest supports the animal's head and elevates its antlers or horns, which protrude through the openings in the lid. Ice or another cooling medium is used to cool the chest.

Abstract: Methods for storing items are provided. In this regard, one such method includes: providing an item; providing a container; placing the item in a storage chamber of the container; and moving a cap of the container to a closed position. Systems and other methods also are provided.

Abstract: A display stand for supporting a conventional cooler chest or other product holding container including a first member foldable to form a shell for receiving the cooler chest, a second member positionable within the shell for supporting the cooler chest when positioned thereon, and a third member positionable within the shell providing a floor surface for holding the cooler chest, the third member being located within the shell such that the shell wraps around the side walls of the cooler chest when the cooler chest is positioned on the third member. The third member further includes an extension portion foldable to form a drain spout, the drain spout being positionable through a door assembly associated with the first member for funneling the waste water away from the cooler chest to a suitable container positioned exterior of the display stand.

Abstract: Interchangeable portions of a cooler or container, having a sports logo thereon, allows a single cooler body or container body to have a first logo at one particular time, and a second logo at another time, upon replacement of interchangeable the portions. Preferably, the portions comprise a plurality of cooler tops, each having one of a different sports logo, sports decal, or indicia, each mating directly or through interchangeable hinge portions with the same cooler body, or being secured to a planar portion of the cooler or container. Alternatives for securing the attachment to the cooler planar portion are disclosed and include adhesive, VELCRO brand fasteners, guide members, or elastomeric attaching members. A set of interchangeable cooler tops is available at a point of purchase, so that a customer may purchase a cooler top with a selected sports logo, sports decal, or indicia that may be bundled as a set or purchased individually as a part of a set.

Abstract: An easily pulled, rolling cooler for storing refrigerables which can be manually towed by pulling a handle that is designed to resist torsion. The cooler has two wheels that are located directly under the cooler center of gravity to minimize pulling strain for the user. Provision is made for the handle to be folded down and stored on the cooler lid when not being used for towing. The cooler bottom is V-shaped, providing good ground clearance for the back end of the cooler when being towed over uneven ground. The cooler is light weight, compact and easily fitted in a car trunk or in a van for travel to picnics.

Abstract: A storage box with a thermoelement is disclosed. This storage box is operable in a frozen-storage mode operation, in addition to a cool-storage mode and a hot-storage mode. During a cool-storage mode operation of the storage box, the main compartment (14) is primarily cooled by a main thermoelement (20) to be kept at a low temperature. The temperature difference between the areas around the two junctions (61, 62) of the sub-thermoelement (60) of a sub-storage unit (50) installed within the main compartment (14) is sufficiently smaller than that between the areas around the two junctions of the main thermoelement irrespective of a consideration of an addition of heat produced from heat exchanging units provided at the two junctions of each thermoelement. The sub-thermoelement (60) is thus significantly improved in its cooling capacity. The temperature of the sub-compartment (52) of the sub-storage unit (50) is thus reduced lower than 0° C., and so the sub-compartment is kept in a frozen-storage mode.

Abstract: A salad bowl with cooling function in the present invention includes a bowl body and a cover body. The bowl body has a recess and a chamber separated from the recess with a separator and the cover body has a receiving pan. After ice cubes are respectively placed in the recess of the bowl body as well as the receiving pan of the cover body and vegetable or fruit salad is placed in the chamber of the bowl body, the cover body is covered on the bowl body, by which the vegetable or fruit salad will be spread with cool air coming from the ice cubes and penetrating through perforated holes of the separator as well as the receiving pan and thus to be kept fresh in cool temperature in a longer period and tasted more delicious.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article comprising photographic silver halide film substantially surrounded by a container comprising a phase change material, wherein said container will maintain said film at a temperature of below 130° F.(55° C.) when said container is repeatedly cycled over a 24-hour period reaching 180° F.(82° C.) for four hours.

Abstract: A lockable blood and urine sample transporter. The transporter has a thermostatically controlled cooling unit which maintains the specimens at a fixed temperature. The transporter also has a securing lock which prevents unauthorized access to the specimens contained therein.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing a controlled temperature environment for an extended period of time. The apparatus comprises a thermal chamber for holding a heat exchange substance, the heat exchange substance having a reservoir temperature, and one or more storage chambers for holding a storage specimen, wherein the storage chambers are in thermal communication with the thermal chamber through one or more insulation element, such that when the thermal chamber is holding a heat exchange substance, each of the storage chambers maintain a range of predetermined storage temperature that is between the reservoir temperature and the ambient temperature.

Abstract: A container filled with a freezable mixture for use in refrigeration or temporary cooling purposes. The container of the invention is generally one of the common metal cylindrical containers or cans but may also include both plastic and glass bottles. Normally such containers are unsuitable for holding a freezable mixture due to the expansion of the freezing mixture causing the deformation or rupture of said container. By using a fully soluble eutectic mixture, such as propylene glycol and water mixed at a ratio of 20% propylene glycol, an ice slurry is formed at the temperatures normally present in home freezers. A small gas space is also needed for expansion and contraction of the container contents. When a can or other inwardly flexible container is utilized, a positive pressure within the container, relative to the external pressure, can be maintained with a gas charge.

Abstract: A bedside rethermalization unit maintains food items placed on meal serving trays, including hot food items to be served at an elevated temperature, in a refrigerated state and rethermalizes hot food items at a desired time prior to meal serving. The unit is preferably in the form of a cart with castered wheels to enhance mobility. The cart includes a cabinet having an upper tray storage compartment for storing and rethermalizing a single day's worth of meals for a single individual, and a lower tray storage compartment for storage of soiled trays and eating utensils. Both compartments are refrigerated. A divider physically and atmospherically isolates the upper and lower tray storage compartments to inhibit contamination of uneaten meals in the upper compartment by soiled trays placed in the lower compartment. Rethermalization of hot food items in the upper compartment may be achieved by convection, conduction, induction, radiant heating, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: An improved portable cooler includes a cooler body (10) provided with wheels (36) and a pivoted towing handle (16) provided with two grips (140,142) to allow use of the cooler by persons of both tall and short stature. The cooler cover (12) is provided with a recess (44) and a closure panel (58) for storage of items within the cooler but above melting ice or relatively heavy items that might crush items contained in the cooler. A table assembly (14) is operable independently of the lid (12) allowing the table (14) to be deployed on a leg (78) with the cooler lid (12) in a closed position, as well as to allow access to the interior cavity (28) of the cooler without clearing the table (14). Retractable bungee cords (108) for securing items to the cooler are provided.

Abstract: A thermal barrier enclosure system, comprising one or more thermal barriers, providing active temperature control without an active heat pump, and enabling rapid recharge and thermal isolation of the onboard thermal storage material or payload. The thermal barrier enclosure system is used to control the temperature in a shipping container or a refrigerator. Thermal control is achieved with one or more thermal control barriers comprised of an insulation barrier, a temperature sensitive device, and a thermal conduit through which energy flows. The combination of the temperature sensitive device and thermal conduit forms a thermal regulator that varies the thermal energy flow as the regulator is operated from its open to its closed position, and vise versa. By positioning one or more thermal control barriers in a thermal enclosure, tight-tolerance temperature control can be achieved even when the external temperature may vary above or below the control volume temperature.

Abstract: A cooler device with integrated solar power and stereo system including a cooler portion comprised of an open upper end, a closed lower end, a front wall, a rear wall, opposed side walls, a hollow interior, and a pair of carrying handles on the opposed side walls. The open upper end has a lid hingedly coupled thereto. A solar panel is secured to an upper surface of the lid of the cooler portion. A stereo system is disposed within the front wall of the cooler portion. The stereo system is in communication with the solar panel in conjunction with an internal storage battery. A trickle charger is provided to allow the internal storage battery to be charged with household current. A compass and thermometer is provided on at least one of the carrying handles.

Abstract: A machine for making ice cream bars is provided with a receptacle for holding a refrigerant, preferably an ice and brine bath, a lower lid movably mountable over the receptacle, and an upper lid mountable over the lower lid, the lower and upper lids rotatable together about a vertical axis. The machine further includes four containers for receiving and holding an ice cream bar mix, the containers configured to be coupled to the upper lid and the lower lid with a portion of the container immerged in the bath. A user can turn a handle on the receptacle to rotate the lids, and thus the containers relative to the bath in order to promote freezing of the ice cream mix into an ice cream bar.

Abstract: A hydratable packet pad (10) comprising a series of spaced, packet cells (17) made up of a backing sheet (11), preferably of an impervious plastic sheet material, e.g., polyester film, and an upper, porous, sheet (12) permeable to water, of, for example, non-woven polypropylene without any additive(s), with a tacky sealant (13), [e.g., 22.5% ethylene-methyl-acrylate (EMA)], used to affix and seal the two sheets together in a process forming the cells and to initially hold the polymer powder in the cell areas, which are initially deposited on the film in a squat cone, prior to the cells being formed. Within each cell of the packet is a superabsorbent polymeric material (14) of a multiply-cross-linked polymer, for example, a doubly cross-linked sodium polyacrylate polymer. The superabsorbent material also preferably includes no alcohol (OH) functional groups, and the sheeting materials preferably contain no cellulose materials.