Abstract: A dual chamber dispenser is formed of a first chamber and a second chamber connected together by a one-way valve with the first chamber holding a flowable first component to be mixed at a time of use with a second component in the second chamber. The one-way valve permits flow from the first chamber into the second chamber but prevents any backflow from the second chamber to the first chamber. A metered dose outlet chamber is connected to the second chamber by way of another one-way valve, so that the mixed components can be directed into the outlet chamber but prevented from backflow into the second chamber. A dispensing head is connected to the outlet chamber for collapsing the outlet chamber and dispensing selected amounts of the mixed components. With the components in the first and second chambers kept in a separated condition the dispenser has a long shelf life though the mixed components have only a relatively short period of use after the mixing has been effected.

Abstract: A post mix liquid dispensing system for combining a concentrate with a diluent including an arrangement in which the diluent is self-contained within the system, independent of any external diluent source such that the system is portable with respect to the diluent and concentrate. A concentrate pump having a pair of rollers cooperating with a rotor rotatably driven within a fixed race by a motor and spring biased into and out of clamping engagement with a conduit carrying the concentrate forces concentrate through the conduit during rotation of the rotor. The concentrate pump interacts with a diluent pump to transfer concentrate and diluent into a mixing valve for dispensing of a food or beverage of uniform consistency.

Abstract: A mixing and dispensing device which selectively mixes liquids has two filling stations. Each filling station uses water pressure to siphon the liquids from their source container through the valves to an eductor to mix the chemicals with water and, then, to receiving containers, At least one of the valves is constructed to reduce cross-contamination by reducing the surface area of the delivery system.

Abstract: A beverage dispenser for dispensing a beverage syrup or concentrate and a mixing liquid at a specified ratio has an ice bin which is divided into a front section and a rear section. A cold plate is located at the bottom of the front section. Either or both the mixing liquid or the beverage syrup or concentrate is circuitously routed through the cold plate prior to being dispensed. Portions of the rear section are partitioned off from the front section in order to reduce the total overall capacity of the ice bin. The partitioning of the rear section is accomplished by using shields which are located by flanges. The flanges extend inward from the walls of the ice bin into the front or rear sections of the ice bin.

Abstract: A feeder for dispensing flowable substances and a coupling which causes rotation of the feed screw of the feeder in response to the drive system of the feeder. The feed screw is removable from the feeder, with insertion and removal of the feed screw effected by only axial movement of the feed screw. A torque transmitting member, connected to the drive system, and a torque receiving member, from which the feed screw extends, have complementary non-circular mating surfaces through which the torque from the drive system is imparted to the feed screw. Unintended axial movement of the feed screw is prevented by a locking arrangement between the torque transmitting member and the torque receiving member. The torque transmitting member has a pilot portion which facilitates insertion of the feed screw in the feeder and provides guidance of the feed screw during operation.

Abstract: A discharge apparatus for liquid stored in a container has a storage tank with a discharging member at the top thereof. A discharging pipe extends between the inside of the container and the discharging structure. A discharging path open/closing shifting valve is provided and comprises first and second connecting pipes extending from the shifting valve to the upper and lower sides of the discharging apparatus. The valve is opened and closed by ascending and descending opening/closing balls. A plunger is provided and is movable between the open/closing balls for alternatively opening or closing the first and second connecting pipes respectively.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dispensing cartridge adapted to discharge material to a receiving member during a dispensing operation. The dispensing cartridge comprises an outer member which defines a chamber and an outer port therein and an inner member. The inner member defines a chamber for storing the material and an inner port therein. The inner member is located within the chamber of the outer member with the inner port thereof being aligned with the outer port of the outer member during the dispensing operation. The inner member is adapted to change shape during the dispensing operation to facilitate the dispensing of material from the chamber of the inner member, through the inner and outer port, and to the receiving member.

Abstract: A liquid container comprising a multi-layer container including a wall made up of a main layer and a separate, delaminatable inner layer, a container opening at the top for filling and evacuation and a plurality of air vents extending completely through the main layer and terminating at the inner layer, such that the inner layer delaminates when liquid is evacuated by suction. The inner layer is thicker at the top end of the container and the air vents have a larger size opening at the bottom of the container, both to prevent premature collapse of the top end of the inner layer. The inner layer is also at least partially predelaminated during (or right after) manufacturing to assist ease of delamination during use.

Abstract: The present invention involves a water gun having at least one pressurizable air/water storage tank, a pressurizing mechanism, a channel of release for shooting water and a release mechanism. The improvement lies in the particular release mechanism of the water gun. This release mechanism is for controlled flow with bursting release of water. It includes a plug valve which is located within a channel of release. The release mechanism has a first spring connected to the plug valve which biases the plug valve to its first, closed position. This first spring and the internal water pressure against the plug valve constitutes the "first force." Linkage connects a trigger to the plug valve such that activation of the trigger provides a second force which moves the linkage so as to move the plug valve from the first, closed position to the second, opened position and release of the trigger permits the first force to bias the plug valve back to its first, closed position.

Abstract: A spray pump package capable of delivering two or more different predetermined spray patterns or spray characteristics through two or more different spray orifices, but at a liquid application amount per unit of area being treated which is optimum for the particular spray orifice selected rather than a compromise between two extremes. The predetermined spray patterns from which the end user may select may differ by any desired spray pattern or characteristic, including but not limited to: the cone angle of the spray; the width of the spray pattern; the average size of the particles in the spray; the amount of particle size deviation from the average; etc. The packages are provided with structure for automatically adjusting the maximum available pump stroke so as to optimize the maximum amount of product which can be delivered on each complete pump stroke for whichever orifice is selected by the end user.

Abstract: The present invention is a beverage dispensing apparatus which allows the dispensing of beverages from a modular dispensing tower which may be positioned remote from both the product and the cooling unit. The modular dispensing tower is connected to the cooling unit through an insulated trunk line which allows its positioning up to twenty five feet away from the cooling unit. Additionally, the modular dispensing tower comprises an insulated manifold which operates to significantly decrease the temperature of the dispensed "casual" drink. The manifold houses a plurality of product conduits which are positioned against a carbonated water conduit which works in a recirculation system to greatly reduce the temperature of the dispensed "casual" drink. Furthermore, the modular dispensing tower may reside on the countertop or may be mounted onto the edge of the countertop in order to save countertop space.

Abstract: A personal defense apparatus (18) is in the form of an exercise-weight handguard and includes a trigger (24) extending between a handgrip (68) of an exercising weight (44) on which the personal defense apparatus is mounted and a nozzle (82) of a canister (28) contained in a housing (36) of the personal defense apparatus for being manipulated by a finger or thumb of a hand gripping the handgrip to activate the nozzle for allowing defense fluid to escape from the canister.

Abstract: A portion measuring device of the type having a first, flexible, reservoir having an inlet, and a second, portion measuring, reservoir in fluid communication with said first reservoir. The first, flexible, reservoir is of a larger volume than that heretofore known, and may have a handle to aid in holding. The second, portion measuring, reservoir has a rotatable closure with a pouring spout or opening therein. A configured periphery is provided on the closure to aid in turning the same.

Abstract: A filling connector of the present invention includes a tubular first connection element having a hollow portion and a tubular second connection element supported for sliding movement on an inner circumferential face of the first connection element and having teeth formed at one end thereof. The first and second connection elements are provided with a holding mechanism for holding the second connection element in a first position in which the second connection element is accommodated within the first connection element and a second position in which one end of the second connection element projects from the first connection element.

Abstract: This invention relates to a liquid jet blower that operates as an aerosol sprayer without using any pressurized gas. This invention is intended to provide a liquid jet blower which is free from clogging of the nozzle and undesired flows of the liquid outside its container. To that end, structure is provided for relieving any excessive pressure within its pressure chamber and transferring any remaining liquid to a small chamber specifically arranged within the blower.

Abstract: An improved nozzle for piercing and draining a wide variety of fluid materials, such as milk, juice, relish and ketchup, from pouches of plastic film. The piercing nozzle is easily inserted into plastic pouches and is designed to provide that, after initial penetration, the force necessary to insert the piercing portion remains substantially constant.

Abstract: Assembly (1) for dispensing at least one liquid product or a product in the form of a cream. The assembly comprises a container (2) to which is fixed a distributor head (3) comprising at least one delivery channel. The end of the delivery channel is closed according to the invention by means of a closure system (F) comprising a valve (51) of flexible material which cooperates in the rest position in a non-sealed manner with a fixed rigid seating (41). The valve (51) moves away from the said seating (41) during dispensing by elastic deformation as a result of the pressure of the product to be dispensed, then moves into a position allowing for air recirculation when dispensing is completed. The assembly (1) may comprise, upstream of the closure device (F), a safety device for interrupting the communication between the container (2) and the closure device (F).

Abstract: A hand weight and attack repellent combination device including a handle with a covering, said handle having a strap and a threaded end to receive a removable weight and a container receiving end. An attack repellent container of standard size is used for placement in the container receiving end.

Abstract: A spray can actuation device includes a body that is removably attachable to the top of a spray can. The body includes a handle and a valve actuation lever, operated by a trigger, that engages the push-button valve on the can when the trigger is pressed. A locking plate is pivotally attached to the forward portion of the body for movement between an unlocked position, in which the actuation lever is allowed to engage the valve, and a locked position, in which the lever is locked out of engagement with the valve. The forward portion of the body includes a rim that is engageable with the channel that typically surrounds the valve on such spray cans. The rim is formed by a pair of rim halves, each with a reduced-thickness side wall portion, and joined at the front by an interlocking connection, preferably a pin-and-socket joint. Each of the side wall portions has an aperture arrangement that increases the flexibility of the side wall portion without significantly degrading its structural strength or integrity.

Abstract: The significance of this invention is to provide an upgraded container for reusable cooking grease. The product comprises components constructed of heat resistance material to effectively store, refrigerate and reheat cooking oil without deforming shape or dimension. There is a flip latch used to scoop grease drippings back into the container and to cover the pouring holes. Beneath the holes is a drip catcher used to catch dripping grease after pouring. An indicator shows level of contents at all times. At the top rim of the container is the strainer secured in place to prevent anything other than grease from flowing back in the container.