Abstract: A collapsible container defined by a continuous rigid structure and an integrated internal truss system. The continuous rigid structure is preferably four-sided such that it defines four continuous surfaces of a cube. The continuous rigid structure is collapsible due to at least one scoring line defined on at least one surface thereof. The internal truss system includes at least one inelastic member that is threaded through the surfaces of the continuous rigid structure to form a symmetrical and unitary support. A liner may be integrally affixed to each of the four sides and additionally provides a fifth side that forms the bottom of the container. A protective cover may be secured to the exterior of the continuous rigid structure for protecting the contained materials against the elements. The cover can be selectively sealed for rendering the container of the present invention substantially impervious to the elements.

Abstract: A container having a base member that is convertible from a substantially flat, collapsed condition to a three-dimensional container shape, and a rigid rim member that couples to an exposed upper edge of the base when converted to the three-dimensional container shape to impart strength, rigidity, and weight bearing characteristics to the container. A lid can be received on the rigid rim member. The container construction permits the display, storage, and transportation of large quantities of containers in relatively small volumes of space. The containers are also water resistant.

Abstract: A closure for a container having a top opening bounded by a rim, includes a generally bowl-shaped body with interior and exterior surfaces and a hole formed on one side of the body. Extending about the body is a connecting section including a skirt and this connecting section seals the body to the container. The interior surface defines an interior space into which the container opens during use of the closure. The body is selectively deformable, upon manual manipulation, between an open configuration wherein fluid can pass through the hole and a closed configuration wherein one of the interior surface and the exterior surface of the body is sealed against the hole. In another embodiment, the closure is formed with a protuberance that projects upwardly from the top surface of the closure. A folding lip is arranged on the front of this protuberance and has a sealable hole formed therein.

Abstract: A closure set within an aperture of a container end wall, such as a beverage container, whereby pressurized gasses within the container force bias a tapered sealing panel into gas tight sealing engagement within a complementary tapered rim seal. An enclosing cover, providing contamination protection, is rotated open, uncovering a vent hole, exhausting pressurized gasses prior to the tapered sealing panel being opened, such as to provide a pour opening. Rotation of the cover actuates co-joined levers that transfer a force to automatically open or close the tapered sealing panel. A space located on the inside surface of the cover is first available to a user, containing indicia and promotional messages on initial opening of the container.

Abstract: A closure is provided for removably attached to the lip of a container. The closure includes a top preferably having at least on locking levers connected to the top with an elastically deformable hinge. The locking levers operate to releasably secure the closure to the container. The closure also includes a skirt with portions of the skirt located on opposite sides of the locking lever. A strap is located below the locking lever and defines a continuous ring around the base of the closure, thereby stiffening the closure.

Abstract: This invention relates to a secondary lid with gripping device used in conjunction with, but not exclusively with, tub like nesting containers that hold margarine. The secondary lid, preferably circular, fits within the container and below the locking or snap on lid of the container. When the secondary lid with gripping device is in place, the original container lid can be secured to the container without obstruction.

Abstract: A system for opening encased articles has a cutting apparatus that includes a channel formed from spaced-apart parallel walls. A cutting member having a cutting edge extends from one wall into the channel. A protrusion disposed in the channel at least partially overlaps and at least partially obstructs the cutting member. The channel is adapted for receiving the flanged edge of the article and the protrusion is displaceable to expose the cutting edge of the cutting member. A system further has the cutting apparatus juxtaposed with a container for storing at least one encased article.

Abstract: An article of manufacture for application as a universal lid closure for underground landscape boxes. In a preferred embodiment a lid closure that universally adapts to all underground landscape boxes by the design of the flexible flap width, A lid closure that universally adapts to all underground landscape boxes by the design of the flexible flap length, a plurality of flexible flaps that prevent accidental lid removal by exerting force at a precise angle on the underground landscape box wall, a lid top that is manufactured to enclose all box opening circumferences in each box class, and a plurality of flexible flaps molded at a precise angle to horizontal to deter fatigue within the flexible flap.

Abstract: A fuel cap operable to close an opening of a fuel tank. The fuel cap includes an outer shell having a protrusion and a shell locking member. The fuel cap includes a detection mechanism for sensing a level of fuel within the tank. The fuel cap further includes an assembly component engageable with the outer shell to support the detection mechanism on the outer shell. The assembly component defines a groove operable to receive the protrusion. Additionally, the assembly component includes a component locking member. The outer shell and the assembly component are engageable with one another by a relative axial movement followed by a relative rotational movement about an axis. Once engaged, the outer shell and the assembly component are fixed against disengagement by engagement of the shell locking member and the component locking member.

Abstract: A container comprising a plastic container base, a plastic container lid, and a pair of first and second tracks is provided. The container base has a bottom, front and back ends, and a pair of sidewalls that define a storage area. The container lid is slideably disposed on the plastic container base and includes a cover portion that encloses the storage area when the plastic container is in a closed position. The pair of first tracks are included one on each of the sidewalls. The pair of second tracks depend downwardly from opposing sides of the cover portion and slideably engage the pair of first tracks. As such, the container lid is slideable from the closed position to an open position to form a dispensing opening between the front end of the container base and a forward edge of the cover portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a box (10) for packaging electronic voting machines, which guarantees safety thereof, protecting it against weathering, impacts, corrosion, moisture, attempts to tamper with it, and that has a long useful life, so that it can be used several times. The box according to the present invention is made from reinforced plastic, which comprises an identification means (20) in at least one of its faces, accommodating the voting machine in an optimized way.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a metal tank with a synthetic resin sheet, which comprises a tank body constructed of a plurality of a first unit panels installed to form a bottom surface of the tank body, each of the first unit panels being made by stacking a synthetic resin sheet, a first metal plate, and a thermal insulation material in order, and a plurality of second unit panels installed to correspond to edges of the first unit panels and to form side surfaces and an upper surface of the tank body, each of the second unit panels being made by stacking the synthetic resin sheet, the first metal plate, the thermal insulation material, and a second metal plate in order; a plurality of stay reinforcement members, respective both ends of which are installed at edges of the first unit panels and edges of the second unit panels constituting a ceil surface of the tank body; a plurality of beam reinforcement members, respective both ends of which are installed at opposing edges of the second unit panels constit

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method for forming an improved barrier between a pan, such as a food service pan, and a substance, such as food, contained therein using a contour fit pan liner are provided. The apparatus includes a pan liner having a contoured bottom edge that is custom fit within a food service pan to cover an interior surface of the pan. The contoured edge of the pan liner conforms to the shape and size of the food service pan and does not have any dog ears, ears, or tails that are typical of conventional pan liner. The contour fit pan liner system includes a pan and a contoured or shaped liner for forming an improved barrier between an interior surface of the pan and food that can be disposed therein using a pan liner having a contoured bottom edge that is custom fit to the shape and size of the pan.

Abstract: A case for a portable digital media player includes a front surface having at least one viewing window, a rear surface opposite the front surface, side surfaces and top and bottom surfaces. A projection protrudes from one of the surfaces, such as the rear surface, to define a region between the projection and the one surface for receiving a cord. The projection is shaped and sufficiently soft and flexible to at least partially close the region and collapse onto the one surface under application of pressure applied to the projection. Pressure applied to the projection when being held by a user, being placed into a confined space or being placed on a surface with the projection facing down, is sufficient to at least partially close the region and collapse the projection onto the one surface.

Abstract: A mouthpiece assembly includes a base connected with a hose and the base has a base tube in which a spring is received and a seal member is inserted in the base tube. The base tube has two symmetrical outlet notches defined in a top edge thereof and the seal member has two outlet holes which can be in alignment with the outlet notches when the seal member is moved to compress the spring. A mouthpiece is mounted on the base tube and has an outlet which is sealed by the seal piece on the seal member so that when the user squeezes the mouthpiece to move the seal member, the outlet is opened. A cap is removably mounted on the mouthpiece and can be positioned on two lugs on the base when being removed from the mouthpiece.

Abstract: A drinking vessel having a drinking opening bordered by a vessel rim, on which a receptacle element is held so as to be pivotable about a pivot shaft, the receptacle element being displaceable from a first position, in which it is situated in the region of the drinking opening, partially covering the same, into a second position, in which is situated away from the drinking opening, characterized in that the receptacle element is rigidly connected to a pivot element that is supported so as to be pivotable about the pivot shaft.

Abstract: A pressure package system for providing a working pressure on a fluid included in a pressure package, the system being provided with a pressure package (2) in which a product chamber (4) is included for holding the fluid and in which a working pressure chamber is included for keeping a propellant at the working pressure, the system being further provided with a pressure controller (5) and a high-pressure chamber (6) connected with the pressure controller for keeping the propellant in supply at a relatively high pressure, the pressure package system being further provided with a wall (7) which is designed to be movable relative to the pressure controller, a first side (8) of the wall bounding the working pressure chamber at least partly and a second side (9) of the wall, facing away from the working pressure chamber, bounding the product chamber at least partly.

Abstract: A cover for a gas supplying apparatus is provided, comprising an elongated sleeve and a handle. The sleeve envelopes a portion of a tank of the apparatus, and has a longitudinal slit, closeable with a zipper mechanism. The cover is removable, and reusable. The sleeve is constructed of impact-absorbent material, and, has an open top and a closed bottom. A seam formed by attachment of a circular piece to the bottom of the sleeve is external. There is a closable strap which fits around a portion of the tank to secure the tank. There is an attachable tool. The sleeve includes a pouch to house the tool. The sleeve material is neoprene, of a green coloration when the tank contains oxygen, and has lettering comprising “OXYGEN”. The handle is a strap device attached to the sleeve which forms handholds to carry the tank in a balanced horizontal orientation.

Abstract: A beverage container insulator comprising: A molded pulp cylinder formed from a polysaccharide and having an inside surface, an outside surface, a first end having a first opening, a second end having a second opening, and a body portion between the two ends wherein each opening is defined by a perimeter that joins the inside surface to the outside surfaces.

Abstract: A container for use in a vehicle, for the collection of bodily waste. The container is intended for use when a restroom is not available, and can be used by adults and children, male or female. The container is sturdy enough to support the weight of an adult during use, and is shaped to provide comfort during use. The container includes handles that can be used to assist a child to maintain balance during use, if necessary. The handles are also used to transport the container when not in use. The container also has a lid with a latch on one end, to contain odor and prevent spills. Except for the hinge, which is metal, the container is composed of plastic, allowing for a lightweight design and ease of cleaning.

Abstract: A compressible gasket is mounted on retainers in the space between the surfaces of first and second structures such as an apparatus and a door. The gasket can move axially on the retainers and can pivot transversely on the retainers, thereby affording access to the spaces around and behind the gasket for easy cleaning and inspection.

Abstract: A tablet sensing apparatus of an automatic tablet packaging machine includes a tablet cassette accommodating tablets and having a rotor, a motor to drive the rotor, an optical sensor unit sensing discharge of the tablets by detecting a level of voltage by a light receiving device from light emitted from a light emitting device, a light amount adjustment unit connected to the light emitting device to adjust the amount of light of the light emitting device, a passing time measuring unit connected to the light receiving device to measure a time when the tablets pass through the light receiving device from the inputted level of voltage, and a controller controlling the motor and the light amount adjustment unit to determine whether the tablets are abnormal or normal based on the passing time measured by the passing time measuring unit.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a container including a body defining a first opening, a second opening, and a chamber containing a substance, such as a condiment. The first and second openings are in fluid communication with the chamber. The container further includes a first closure sealing the first opening, and a peel-off second closure sealing the second opening. The container can be operated in a squeeze-application mode or a dipping mode. In the squeeze-application mode, the first closure is removed from the first opening and the container is squeezed to eject the substance. In the dipping mode, the second closure is removed from the second opening to allow access to the substance in the chamber. The first opening is substantially smaller than the second opening.

Abstract: A disposable pump cartridge for use in conjunction with a pump driver characterised in the disposable pump unit containing a pair of piston pumps and inlet and outlet valves positioned at one end of each piston.

Abstract: Capsule (10) for two or more components of a material which are to be mixed together, comprising a cartridge (11) comprising an outlet (12), a first component chamber (13) for containing a first component, and a second component chamber (14) for containing a second component, the two chambers (13, 14) opening into the outlet (12); and a piston (15) which at least with its front end sits in the cartridge (11), lies with its rear end outside the component chambers (13, 14) and, when it is pushed forwards, presses the two components out of their component chambers (13, 14).

Abstract: A lotion bottle structure comprises two outer tubular cylinders adapted into a containing case assembly composed of an accommodating housing, a sealing cover, a cap body, a rotary disk, and a retaining seat wherein each outer tubular cylinder is mounted to a control unit having a push shaft, a rotary threaded tube, a collar, a positioning inner sleeve, and a base mount. A threaded rod of the push shaft is joined to an internal threaded hole of the rotary threaded tube, and the bottom of the accommodating housing is coupled to the retaining seat with the rotary disk pivotally mounted thereon to synchronically actuate both control units thereby. Therefore, lotions of different functions can be respectively filled into the two outer tubular cylinders and, via the linking mechanism of the rotary disk and the control units, simultaneously transported outwards in equivalent mixture, achieving easy carrying and convenient application thereof.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser for dispensing a metered volume of a fluid product having a storage chamber for storing the fluid product in; a dispensing outlet through which the fluid product is dispensable from the dispenser; a metering chamber which is adapted to provide the metered volume of the fluid product for dispensing through the dispensing outlet by movement of the metering chamber between a contracted state and an expanded state, movement of the metering chamber from the contracted state to the expanded state placing the metering and storage chambers in fluid communication to enable the metering chamber to receive from the storage chamber an excess volume of the fluid product comprising the metered volume and a surplus volume; and a bleed arrangement adapted to bleed the surplus volume of the fluid product from the metering chamber is described.

Abstract: A personal antimicrobial dispenser that can be easily carried on a persons belt, waist line, garment or baggage by the use of a clipping device that is attached to the dispensing bottle. The dispenser bottle is refillable and can be filled with store bought antimicrobial solutions or various other liquid to gel like solutions such as mosquito repellants. When the dispenser is mounted on a belt or waist line it is easily used by pulling a lever horizontally outward from the body and catching the solution dispensed from the bottle in the same hand that activates the lever. The dispenser has a face plate that can be attached directly to the dispensing bottle allowing the bottle to be hidden or disguised for aesthetic or functional reasons. The dispenser faceplate can be modified to act as a cell phone carrier.

Abstract: A device for dispensing liquids in drop form is provided, including a dropper tip, a liquophilic membrane positioned within the dropper tip to substantially prevent contaminants from entering the dropper tip, and a liquophobic membrane positioned within the dropper tip, wherein the liquophobic membrane is substantially impervious to liquid and is generally pervious to air. The dropper tip defines an entry channel, a first passage defining a liquid outlet flow path for fluid to exit the dropper tip, and a second passage defining an air inlet flow path for fluid to enter the dropper tip. The liquophilic membrane is positioned between the entry channel and the first passage to substantially prevent contaminants from entering the entry channel via the first passage, and the liquophobic membrane is positioned between the entry channel and the second passage.

Abstract: A metering pump including a main body having a first surface, a member for attachment to a bottle, an inlet valve, an elastomeric head having a second surface, where both surfaces define a pumping chamber, and a discharge valve having a valve seat and a moving member adapted to move between a first closed position and a second open position. The moving member extends from the head forming a partition and is integral with the head. The first and second surfaces are relatively movable therebetween causing pumping of a liquid. When the moving member is in the first position and there is a reduced pressure in the pumping chamber, the reduced pressure then presses the moving member against the valve seat.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an airless type cosmetic container that receives various kinds of cosmetics and that is capable of discharging a fixed quantity of contents received therein by a pumping operation, preventing the leakage of contents, and preventing the deterioration of contents. The cosmetic container is constructed in a structure in which a first valve member is fixed to the inner lower part of a cylinder formed in a housing member, the first valve member is integrally formed with a contents opening and closing member for opening and closing a contents introduction hole, an elastic flat plate part, and a vertical guide rod, a quantified contents discharging support protrusion is disposed at the piston shaft, and a nozzle hole opening and closing member is disposed in a nozzle hole.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing mechanism used in a fluid dispenser is disclosed, which includes a housing, a pump set formed of a pump body and a piston tube and mounted inside the housing, a valve set formed of a valve tube, a valve stem, a flow guide, a spring, and a steel ball and coupled to the piston tube of the pump set, and a button for pressing by the user to drive the valve set to move the piston tube in the pump body to pump a predetermined amount of fluid soap out of a fluid soap container for output through the valve set for use.

Abstract: A pump device for fluid dispensers is provided whose chamber is partitioned into a pressure room and a fluid room. A piston element is engaged inside the pressure room by an actuating rod to push the piston element downward, or by a resilient element beneath the piston element to restore the piston element back to the top. An air valve element at the bottom of the piston element automatically opens or closes the induction of air to the pressure room when the piston element is moved upward or downward. The fluid room is dedicated to the passage of the fluid. A normally closed fluid valve element is provided at the bottom of the fluid room. When the fluid in the container device is pressurized, the fluid pushes open the fluid valve element, flows into the fluid room and then out of the spout of the pump device.

Abstract: In a container (1) with a reservoir (2), a product dispensing opening (3), and a device (4) for discharging the product contained in the reservoir (2) out through the product dispensing opening (3), a sound generator (5) or a noise damper (13) is provided on the container (1) and the sound generator (5) or the noise damper (13) is functionally connected to the discharge device (4) in order to generate a desired sound for a product discharge when dispensing the product. The desired sound is one that a consumer experiences as a positive sound.

Abstract: A container using a flexible membrane integrated into the throat or egress passageway of a bottle. The membrane forms a portion of the passageway's sidewall. The membrane flexes inward when an external force is applied causing the inner walls of the passageway to frictionally mate together and restrict the flow of a fluid or non-fluid through the passageway and flexes outward when the force is removed allowing the inner walls of the passageway to move away from one another and allow the flow of the fluid through the passageway.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an apparatus which, when inserted into the neck of a bottle, facilitates the dispensing of carbonated beverages such as soda, beer and sparkling wines. The invention does so in a manner that prevents spillage of a carbonated beverage, while retaining the gas that gives the beverage its “fizz” within the bottle into which the beverage was originally placed. The cap valve, which creates a water tap inside the bottleneck maintains a secure seal that prevents material from escaping, even if the contents are under pressure. The cap functions like a faucet that opens or closes upon rotation. In the open state it regulates outflow and has structural safeguards to prevent accidental removal from the bottleneck. To put a secure seal on the bottle, the cap presses against the double neck outlet with its valve that has a gasket.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a powder delivery device, comprising a housing ; a plunger contained in the housing; and a dispenser component attached to an end of the housing and comprising a reservoir containing powder material; a gating component comprising a first gate having a closed end and an open end, and a second gate; a metering area between the first gate and the second gate; and one or more orifices; the gating component having a first position wherein the second gate is closed and the open end of the first gate permits the powder material to enter the metering area from the reservoir; and a second position wherein the second gate is open and the closed end of the first gate permits the powder material in the metering area to enter the housing and exit the device through the orifices. The device of the present invention can accurately dispense preselected volumes of powdered materials, such as clotting agents for wound treatment.

Abstract: A powder container (110) and dispensing device comprising a powder dispensing nozzle (114) of the type having one or more small holes through which powder can be ejected. The nozzle (114) is located in the wall of a container (110) which in use is partially filled with the powder, and powder is dispensed therefrom by squeezing the container (110) to pressurize its contents. An intermediate powder reservoir is provided within the container (110) in or on which some of the powder within the container (110) becomes lodged in use. On squeezing the container, powder lodging in or on the intermediate reservoir is entrained in the airflow through the hole or holes in the nozzle to be discharged therewith. In general during each discharge action only powder in or on the intermediate reservoir will exit via the nozzle (114).

Abstract: A clothes hanger formed from a single continuous strip of material shaped to define a pair of substantially co-planar arms. The arms are configured for supporting clothes and are disposed symmetrically with respect to a bridging piece interconnecting the arms and which is upstanding above the clothes-supporting surfaces of the arms. The bridging piece defines a re-entrant rail-receiving slot having a relatively narrow mouth disposed between the arms so that the hanger may be suspended by the bridging piece when engaged with a rail entered into the slot through the mouth thereof.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention disclose a garment hanging system that incorporates a garment drying system. The garment hanging system features a fan mechanism that generates an air stream that dries garments as they are suspended from the garments hanging system. The garment hanging system features a duct that is configured such that the collar portions of garments suspended from the garment hanging system may be sealed to the duct in order to receive air propelled by the fan mechanism of the garment hanging system.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a backpack and an integrated cooler than can be worn on a user's back to easily transport a cooler and a variety of fishing gear over rough terrain.

Abstract: A convertible bag is disclosed which is adapted to be converted between a compact configuration, such as in the form of a backpack, and an expanded configuration, such as in the form of a duffle bag. The convertible bag has a front end portion having at least one storage compartment. A back end portion is joined to the front end portion, forming at least a second storage compartment. The front end portion and back end portion are adapted to be joined by a zipper around the perimeter of the back end portion and further comprises a pair of toothed tracks and a slidable element. An extendable portion is connected to the front end portion and the back end portion and is contained in the second storage compartment when the bag is in the compact configuration.

Abstract: A bike mount for securing a bike on a vehicle includes a wheel clamp and securing devices for mounting bikes of various types, dimensions, and styles in one or more tray portions, extending between a pair of crossbars or other support structures.

Abstract: Assemblies for carrying cargo items on a vehicle. In particular, improvements for vehicle top carriers designed for mounting on the roof of a vehicle and transporting sporting goods or other cargo.

Abstract: The invention is a device used to assist in the transport of small, carry-on, wheeled luggage. The connector can be used to connect two pieces of wheeled, carry-on luggage together, allowing them to be conveyed easily at the same time by one passenger. Also, the connector can connect to one piece of wheeled carry-on luggage, with the other side connecting to the clothing of a passenger, allowing the passenger to convey the luggage with both hands free.

Abstract: A tank bag for a vehicle such as an all terrain vehicle or motorbike includes bags for placement on each side of a center ridge of the vehicle. The bags are connected by adjustable straps and a bridging panel. Hook elements are included to maintain the bag construction in a fixed position on the vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cargo carrier for attaching to a vehicle. The cargo carrier includes a base and first and second wing assemblies. Each wing assembly has an extended position, an intermediate position, and a retracted position, and a locking mechanism secures the first and second wing assemblies in the intermediate position. In the retracted position, the wing assemblies may occupy a smaller volume than in the extended position. The cargo carrier may further include a cargo bag configured to fit on the base when the first and second wing assemblies are in the intermediate position. The cargo carrier may further include a mount connected to the base for attaching the base to the vehicle. The mount can be configured to connect to drawbars having a variety of widths.

Abstract: A bag for carrying bats includes a bag having a pair of opposed side walls, a front wall and a rear wall. A dividing panel extends vertically within the bag and defines a front compartment and a rear compartment. A pair of shoulder straps is positioned outwardly of the rear wall of the bag. At least one pocket is secured to an interior surface of the bag.

Abstract: An apparatus for selectively dispensing a web from a plurality of rolls of serrated bags or layflat tubing comprises a web selector for selecting and advancing a web from the plurality of rolls; a bag driver for advancing the selected web and separating a bag from the web; and a bag transfer device for transporting the separated bag from the bag driver to a location for processing. A sealer/cutter is used to produce a bag from the layflat tubing. A method of selectively dispensing a web from a plurality of rolls of serrated bags or layflat tubing comprises selecting and advancing a web from the plurality of rolls of serrated bags; advancing the selected web and separating a bag from the web; and transporting the separated bag to a location for further processing. In the case of layflat tubing, the selected web is sealed and cut to make a bag.

Abstract: A substrate cutting apparatus for cutting a substrate includes a scribe line forming means for forming a scribe line on a substrate and a breaking means for breaking the substrate along the scribe line. The breaking means includes means for spraying a heated fluid having a temperature sufficient to cause expansion of the substrate onto the scribe line formed so as to further extend a vertical crack extending from the scribe line in the thickness direction of the substrate.