Abstract: A multi-compartment, wiper-applicator package comprising a container holding a first formulation, a wiper, initially sealed at both ends and a barbed tool. Within the sealed wiper is a quantity of secondary ingredients that is to be mixed with the first formulation in the container. The barbed tool is able to pierce the top seal, then dislocate the bottom seal, completely separating the bottom seal from the wiper. Thereafter the barbed tool removes the top seal completely, so that, what remains, is a conventional wiper. The barbed tool can be inserted only to a defined depth in the wiper. This prevents the barbed tool from removing the wiper from the container.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 30, 2008
Date of Patent:
January 3, 2012
Assignee:
ELC Management, LLC
Inventors:
Herve F. Bouix, William R. Bickford, Elsa Marie Ovtchinnikoff