Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. A method of merchandising lids and vessels is described, wherein a lid is provided for separate purchase, a plurality of vessels of different materials is provided for separate purchase which are configured to match to the lid.

Abstract: A plastic storage container assembly is disclosed comprising a storage container configured to receive a locking lid is disclosed. The storage container is comprised of a base, a generally curvilinear sidewall, a locking ledge and a resting ledge and handles. The sidewall has an inner surface and an outer surface and extends upwardly from the base. The sidewall terminates in a continuous curvilinear upper rim that has a generally parabolic profile and defines a terminal edge of the sidewall. The locking ledge traverses the outer surface of the sidewall and is defined by an outwardly projecting step in the sidewall. The locking ledge is disposed below the terminal edge of the sidewall. The resting ledge is disposed below the terminal edge of the sidewall. The storage container includes upwardly projecting first and second handles defining opposed sides of an upper extent of the sidewall.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. A method of merchandising lids and vessels is described, wherein a lid is provided for separate purchase, a plurality of vessels of different materials is provided for separate purchase which are configured to match to the lid.

Abstract: A plastic storage container assembly is disclosed comprising a storage container configured to receive a locking lid is disclosed. The storage container is comprised of a base, a generally curvilinear sidewall, a locking ledge and a resting ledge and handles. The sidewall has an inner surface and an outer surface and extends upwardly from the base. The sidewall terminates in a continuous curvilinear upper rim that has a generally parabolic profile and defines a terminal edge of the sidewall. The locking ledge traverses the outer surface of the sidewall and is defined by an outwardly projecting step in the sidewall. The locking ledge is disposed below the terminal edge of the sidewall. The resting ledge traverses the inner surface of the sidewall and conforms to the step in the sidewall. The resting ledge is disposed below the terminal edge of the sidewall. The storage container includes upwardly projecting first and second handles defining opposed sides of an upper extent of the sidewall.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. A method of merchandising lids and vessels is described, wherein a lid is provided for separate purchase, a plurality of vessels of different materials is provided for separate purchase which are configured to match to the lid.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. A method of merchandising lids and vessels is described, wherein a lid is provided for separate purchase, a plurality of vessels of different materials is provided for separate purchase which are configured to match to the lid.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. Another feature of an embodiment of a lid is the capability of lid nesting of multiple lids with interference fit between adjacent lids to lock the lids together.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a lid structure with latches is configured for sealing use with container vessels of different materials having differing manufacturing dimensional tolerances, such plastic vessels and glass vessels. Another feature of a lid and vessel combination is the provision of a lid receptacle feature, configured to capture the base of a vessel in a stacking arrangement, without utilization of special features on the vessel base. Another feature of an embodiment of a lid is the capability of lid nesting of multiple lids with interference fit between adjacent lids to lock the lids together.