Abstract: A microwave energy interactive sleeve, a blank for forming the sleeve, and a method of packaging a food item to be heated, browned, and/or crisped is provided. The food item may be enwrapped in the sleeve as the sleeve is being erected such that a frozen or unfrozen food item may be loaded into the sleeve without significantly damaging the food item.

Abstract: A box is collapsible in such a manner that it can form a flat stack of panels, each of which corresponds to one side of the box. When the box is configured as a flat stack of panels, it is relatively compact and, therefore, easy to store. When the collapsible box is configured as a box, it is sturdy and strong. The collapsible box has latching elements that can temporarily connect adjacent sides of the box to one another. Typically, a person can latch and unlatch the latching elements with his or her hand. The box is typically transparent and, therefore, well suited for displaying ornamental items, such as ornate hats.

Abstract: A condiment cup assembly (10) and methods for attachment to a beverage container (14) is provided. The assembly includes a beverage container cover (16) having an outer edge (18) and a perforation (20) centrally positioned, a drinking straw (22) inserted through the perforation, a condiment container including a vertical sidewall (26) defining a top opening (28) for accessing a storage space (32) of the condiment container, and an integral attachment arm (30) connected to the vertical sidewall, the integral attachment arm including a coupling portion (34). The condiment container is attached to the beverage container cover via the coupling portion.

Abstract: A recycle container is adapted for use with a refuse container that has wheels and a lift bar to be engaged by a hydraulic lift unit of a refuse collection vehicle. An engagement flange extends outwardly from a rear wall of the recycle container at a height that enables a hook portion of the flange to engage the lift bar of the refuse container when the containers are supported on level ground. Engagement of the hook portion of the flange on the lift bar enables the recycle container to be joined to the refuse container to facilitate movement of the recycle container and refuse container together. Once the flange is engaged on the lift bar, the refuse container is tilted backward about its wheels and the two containers can be transported together to a curbside location, and detached from each other to await pick-up by collection vehicles.

Abstract: A food container arrangement formed of plastic sheeting, includes a cup (12) and a cover (14) for holding foods. The cup can be held in an auto cup holder (E) while part of the cover lies over the cup and part lies beyond the cup rim. The cup and cover can be formed of a single piece of plastic sheeting, with rim joining portions (30, 32) that lie facewise adjacent with a tear line (34) between them where the sheeting can be torn to separate them. The cover has an upper surface with a groove (80) that can receive the rim of the cup when the cover lies in an upside-down position. The cover groove walls include a projection (112) and the cup rim has an L-shaped insertion slot (100) that the cover projection fits into to prevent the cover from falling off.

Abstract: The invention concerns a container for storing and delivering fluid to viscous products. The container comprises a container body (1) having an opening (4) which is suitable for filling and the diameter (d4) of which is smaller than the diameter (d5) of the container body, and a lid (8) which serves to close the opening (4). The lid has a central lid opening (9) in which a delivery valve (10) which has a valve portion is sealingly fitted by means of a shaped portion (11). It is an advantage that the container can be very easily, quickly and inexpensively manufactured, filled and closed. At the same time the arrangement provides for easy controllable delivery of the filling product and reliable sealing closure of the product in the container after each product removal operation.

Abstract: A canister comprises a vessel defining a volume and an opening having a rim and a lid. The lid comprises a flexible bulb and a conformal outer edge configured to create an airtight seal with the rim to close the opening. The flexible bulb is configured to release pressure from the vessel and break the airtight seal in response to compression of the bulb. The lid can be configured to be completely contained within the rim.

Abstract: The invention relates to a beverage container having a tab with a permeable membrane to prevent tampering with the liquid contents of the container. The container includes a side wall, an upper rim having an inwardly directed retaining element, and a top wall extending radially inward from the rim. The top wall has a pivotable panel defined by a rupturable seam that provides a drink opening when the seam is ruptured. The tab is coupled to the top wall by a rivet and includes a body portion that supports the permeable membrane. In a closed position, the tab is oriented such that the permeable membrane is roughly 180 degrees from the panel and the yet to be formed drink opening. An operator rotates the tab 180 degrees to arrive at a use position, wherein the permeable membrane overlies the drink opening to prevent tampering. An external segment of the body portion is engaged by the retaining element to maintain the use position.

Abstract: The present invention is a flip-up pop-tab in which a partially detachable portion of a lid of a can is separated from the can and hinged away from the opening created in the lid.

Abstract: The invention relates to a softpack (1) formed by folding a blank provided with at least one opening and closing mechanism in a first overlapping zone; the opening and closing mechanism comprising a sealing flap (2) and an extension (3); the sealing flap (2) overlapping the extension (3) at least partially in the first overlapping zone; the sealing flap (2) and the extension (3) being formed by cuts (20) or perforations located on opposing edges of the blank which are contacting each other in the first overlapping zone; an overlapping material (16) in the first overlapping zone besides the sealing flap (2) and the extension (3) being bonded; and the opening and closing mechanism being positioned on a largest surface (10) of the softpack (1).

Abstract: A container includes a receptacle having walls, a floor, and an open side. The container includes first and second doors. Each of the first and second doors are pivotally attached to a respective the wall of the receptacle, and are being movable between an open position, in which a portion of the open side of the receptacle can be accessed, and a closed position, in which the first and second doors overlie the open side of the receptacle. At least one first latch unit is operatively associated with the first door and is movable between a latched position in which the first door is maintained in the closed position and an unlatched position in which the first door is movable between the open and the closed positions. At least one second latch unit is operatively associated with the second door and is movable between a latched position in which the second door is maintained in the closed position and an unlatched position in which the second door is movable between the open and the closed positions.

Abstract: An exemplary lid lock mechanism (20) includes a main body (22) and a lid (24). Two resilient hooks (222) and two resisting portions (224) are formed on an inner surface of the main body. The lid includes a lid cap (242). Two hooking portions (246) and two extending pieces (248) are formed on a surface (244) of the lid cap. The hooking portions are engaged with the resilient hooks of the main body when the lid is connected to the main body. To detach the lid from the main body, the hooks of the hooking portions are disengaged from the resilient hooks of the main body.

Abstract: A cap for a disposable oil filter. The cap is comprised of a locking ridge that is molded into the inside circumference of said cap. When firmly pressed over the seamed perimeter rim on the face end of the disposable oil filter, a locking ridge securely engages into the seam line, formed by the manufactures seaming process, thus locking cap on oil filter and forming a liquid tight seal on each side of locking ridge.

Abstract: A packaging system for roast and ground coffee is disclosed. The packaging system can comprise a container and an overcap. The overcap can include a gasket as an airtight seal between the overcap and the container that preserves a clicking sound upon closure by an end user and an outer portion that gives an end user a visual and touchable stimulus.

Abstract: A sealable container constructed of molded plastic or the like, for the storage and transport of multiple rolls of toilet paper in individual compartments, which maintains the original quality, integrity, and freshness of toilet paper by insulating it from moisture, dirt, germs, and other contaminants.

Abstract: A container and container cap for storage and dispensing of moist articles and for storing at least one normally dry article. The container includes a body defining a first compartment for storage of moist articles. The cap defines a second compartment for storage of at least one normally dry article. The cap also defines an opening for dispensing moist articles from the first compartment. A lid is coupled to the cap and includes a pair of sealing flaps for selectively closing the first and second compartments. The ventilated flap for closing the second compartment includes openings for ventilating the second compartment to help dry the normally dry article.

Abstract: A fuel tank assembly and associated method are provided which may limit the damage otherwise occasioned by the impact of a ballistic projectile. The fuel tank assembly may include a bladder defined between exterior and interior bladder walls, with the interior bladder wall defining a volume for storing fuel. The exterior bladder wall is at least as or more rigid than the interior bladder wall. The fuel tank assembly can also include connectors between the exterior and interior bladder walls to at least partially limit expansion of the bladder. The fuel tank assembly can also include an inlet opening into the bladder to permit a pressurized gas to be introduced into the bladder. The fuel tank assembly may also include a valve through the interior bladder wall into the volume for storing fuel to permit at least some of the pressurized gas to be introduced therein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a reservoir, in particular a cryogenic reservoir, provided with two concentric envelops (1, 3), i.e. the internal (1) and external (3), respectively, defining an interwall space (2) therebetween, wherein said internal space (2) is exposable to a reduced operational pressure and the internal envelop (1) is exposable to an internal positive process.

Abstract: A pressure vessel is configured such that a plurality of liners 1 are juxtaposed with one another. Each liner 1 includes a tubular trunk 4, and end plates 5 for closing opposite end openings of the tubular trunk 4. Two adjacent liners 1 are integrally connected together via a connection member 2 provided therebetween. The interiors of the integrally connected two adjacent liners 1 communicate with one another via a communication path 3 formed in the liners 1 and in the connection member 2. The ends of connection-member-forming projections 16 provided respectively on the two adjacent liners 1 are butt-joined together, thereby forming the connection member 2. The two adjacent liners 1 have respective through-holes 17 extending from the inner surfaces of the two adjacent liners to the ends of the connection-member-forming projections 16, and the through-holes 17 of the two adjacent liners 1 establish communication therebetween, thereby forming the communication path 3.

Abstract: A container assembly for controlling rate of oxygen transfer from the atmosphere into a liquid stored in the container assembly comprising, a container (1) having a body, the walls of the body having an oxygen permeability within a predetermined range chosen for the liquid being stored, a frame (2) for supporting the container and bracing at least one of the walls of the container against bulging, a pair of access openings (3) beneath the frame for allowing entry of the tynes of a forklift, a neck (7) with an open mouth extending from an upper wall of the body, the upper wall being shaped so as to allow substantially all air to flow out of the body through the neck as the container is filled to the level of the bottom of the neck and, an outlet (4) for draining liquid from the container arranged near a bottom wall of the body.

Abstract: A container can have a body with an integrally formed base attached to the body. The base includes a concave annular wall extending from the container sidewall to a standing surface, and an inner wall extending from the standing surface to a substantially flat inner annular wall. The inner annular wall is recessed in the base and is substantially perpendicular to the container sidewall. The inner annular wall includes a centrally located dimple. The dimple includes a plurality of spaced apart and radially extending indented ribs. One or more of the ribs extend radially into a brace that tapers to meet the inner annular wall.

Abstract: A container includes a plurality of frames and walls are connected to the frames so as to define a storage space therebetween. A plurality of reinforcement boards are attached to the walls and located corresponding to the frames. Rivets penetrate through the reinforcement boards, the walls and the frames. The reinforcement boards reinforce the strength of the containers while the weight of the containers is not increased too much.

Abstract: A transparent, portable secure container is configured to accommodate a standard retail package for a consumer product not legally purchased by minors. The container comprises a plurality of panels, a hinge and a lock. Some of the panels are joined to form the container, such that the container conforms to outside dimensions of the standard retail package. One of the panels is coupled to the container via the hinge to form a door. The lock secures the container by locking the door in a closed position. The panels are formed of a lightweight, durable structural material, such that the container is portable. At least one of the panels is transparent, such that the container provides an interior view when the door is in the closed position.

Abstract: A new and useful barrier and method for protecting enclosed structures, such as utility boxes, by preventing entry of unwanted materials and objects, such as insects, dirt, and debris, while allowing the insertion of objects used for opening and closing the cover of the enclosed structure. The barrier generally comprises a sheet made of suitable material, such as solid rubber or closed-cell sponge, which can be manipulated to an appropriate size and attached to a utility box cover, or equivalent enclosed structure. The barrier is further comprised of a slit cut through the sheet and positioned over an access hole located on the cover of the enclosed structure to which the sheet is attached. When properly attached and positioned, the barrier is substantially impermeable to undesired objects and materials while a slit in the barrier allows a tool used for opening and closing the structure's cover to pass through the barrier without compromising the barrier's impermeable character.

Abstract: A collapsible insulated jacket for a beverage container is formed from the same material as that of the carton in which the beverages are sold. A plurality of insulated jackets are secured together along a perforated line. The plurality of insulated jackets can be formed as a portion of the carton or as a separate item removable secured to the carton. A layer of insulating material can be added to the material of the jacket to provide additional insulating properties for the jacket.

Abstract: A medical bandaging product that includes a container formed of moisture-impervious material, a medical material positioned in the container in substantially moisture-free conditions and sealed therein against entry of moisture, and a dispensing carton within which the container and medical material positioned therein is contained. The dispensing carton includes an opening in the carton through which the medical material is removed through an opening in the container, and an S-shaped sealing member carried by the carton adjacent the opening for receiving across the opening in the carton a length of the container devoid of medical material A tab bears against the length of the container devoid of medical material to form a doubled thickness of the container having a sealing fold therein to form a seal that is resistant to moisture intrusion into the container.

Abstract: An automated vending machine that can be selectively configured to include one or several temperature zones. A single refrigeration system and universal interior allows easy and economical assembly into a one, two, or three temperature zone machine. Thermal breaks and dividers are used to partition zones, when needed. The basic vending machine cabinet, dispensers, and controls are not changed between configurations. In one aspect, a universal air duct can be used for all three configurations, with minor changes.

Abstract: The Novel Modular Vending Machine for Packaged Goods allows consumers to purchase packaged goods without an attendant present. The invention uses two or more conveyor assemblies to store and transfer packaged goods and primarily uses gravity to transfer the packaged goods from the storage location to the customer. When a vend is initiated, a dispensing drum rotates and places a packaged item on a delivery system for transportation to the customer. The remaining packaged goods move into position for the next vend. When the lower conveyor assembly is empty, an upper conveyor assembly is lowered into position to transfer the remaining packaged goods to the dispensing drum. The apparatus may be configured in a system comprised of multiple modular units controlled by a single user interface.

Abstract: A dispenser configured to close and fold into a small, compact, refillable package for storing personal care products is disclosed. Specifically, the dispenser has significantly less surface area in the closed (i.e., folded) position as compared to the unfolded personal care product that is stored within the dispenser.

Abstract: A combined towel and soap dispenser is disclosed comprising a housing having a front, back, bottom, top and sides to form an enclosure for a decorative nature. A partition is provided within the housing to form an upper interior compartment for housing liquid soap and a lower interior compartment for housing a charge of folded paper towels within the housing. A dispensing slot is provided at the bottom of the housing for dispensing the folded paper towels one at a time. In addition, a soap dispenser extents out of the front of the housing for dispensing soap from the upper interior compartment of the housing.

Abstract: An exterior housing, which can be mounted directly to a real estate sign, provides an interior cavity for the storage of a supply of real estate brochures. A hand actuated wheel allows users to remove a single brochure from the holder by means of a shaft and rollers. The supply of brochures maintains contact with the rollers by means of a spring assembly. Dispensed brochures are pushed upwards and out a dispensing slot which is sized sufficiently to reduce the ability of bugs entering the cavity. The dispensing slot also keeps the elements from entering into the interior cavity and from ruining the supply brochures. The front of the housing contains a window which allows the realtor to always maintain one sheet visible to customers even when the supply of flyers is empty.

Abstract: A gravity-fed storage and dispensing unit featuring two sidewalls having opposed ledges which form a plurality of separated rearwardly-directed paths, a receiving bin area, and a forwardly-directed path for products to be stored and dispensed. Products placed on a loading area on the front side of the dispensing unit are pulled by gravity down the rearwardly-directed path, into a product receiving bin, and then travel together along the forwardly directed path in two rows. The products from the different rearwardly-directed paths are interspersed in the product receiving bin area. The sidewalls of the dispensing unit have bosses which receive divider rods of varying lengths so that the width of the paths can be adjusted. Multiple units may be attached to each other in an adjacent relationship.

Abstract: A device (10) to dispense fluid products into a container (12) provided with a closing portion (13) comprises delivery means (11) to deliver the fluid products into the container (12). The delivery means (11) comprises at least a tubular element (14) having a perforation end (34), by means of which the tubular element (14) perforates the closing portion (13) in order to make a delivery hole (16) in the closing portion (13) and is inserted, at least partly, into the container (12) in order to dispense at least one of the fluid products.

Abstract: The compressed CO2 gas source is an insert that can be fixed in a sealed manner in an opening of the vessel. The insert has a high-pressure CO2 cartridge, a pressure-regulating valve for discharging CO2 therefrom and a control element that is accessible from the outside and that can be actuated to pierce the high-pressure CO2 cartridge. The control element can be automatically interlocked and blocked against further actuation after it has first been actuated.

Abstract: A dispensing system has a source container for dispensing fluid concentrate into receiving containers, and a control module connected to the source container to control dispensing of the fluid concentrate from the source container. An interactive media module is configured to provide communication between the dispensing system and a user. The interactive media module has a menu of options and being capable of responding to commands by the user. The interactive media module is connected to the control module to provide input to the control module.

Abstract: An ejection device (11) has an ejection unit (12) having a displacement mechanism with two piston rods (13), a receptacle unit (32) including receptacle (34) for a container (33), a head part for limiting the receptacle (34) at one of its ends, a holding device (21) which is arranged on the ejection unit (12) for securing the receptacle unit (32) thereto, and tension members (38) provided on the receptacle unit (32) and which extend along the receptacle (34) and are secured to the head part (35), each tension member (38) having a engageable-from behind section (39) at its end remote of the head part, the holding device (21) having locking elements which can engage the engageable-from behind sections (39) of the tension members (38) to lock the receptacle unit (32) with the ejection unit (12).

Abstract: Dispensing apparatus, in particular a dispensing gun, comprising a first and a second inlet intended for the pressurized supply of a first and a second foam component respectively, which first and second inlets are each closably connected with a mixing chamber intended for mixing the first and second components, in which mixing chamber is arranged a removal element for removal of the foaming substance formed by mixing the first and second component, wherein the dispensing apparatus comprises a storage chamber for the pressurized storage of a solvent, in which storage chamber the removal element is arranged displaceably.

Abstract: A spouted container comprises a container and a vented spout that fluidly communicates with the container. The vented spout defines a fluid passageway extending therethrough and includes a conduit housing and a cover that cooperatively form a vented chamber. The vented chamber fluidly communicates with the passageway through a pair of spaced apart vent openings presented by the conduit housing. The vented chamber also fluidly communicates with ambient through a vent opening presented by the cover. The vented spout further includes a locking valve assembly that restricts inadvertent opening of the spouted container. The assembly includes a shiftable valve that normally occludes the passageway and a trigger operably coupled to the valve for opening and closing the valve. The trigger includes a catch that holds the trigger in a locked condition when the valve is closed.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser device comprising: a reservoir (R) of variable working volume comprising a sealing slide-cylinder (100) and a follower piston (2) that is in sliding sealing contact in said cylinder; dispenser means (3) that are suitable for putting the fluid stored in the reservoir under pressure in such a manner as to drive a fraction of the fluid through a dispenser orifice (37), and under suction in such a manner as to move the follower piston in the direction that decreases the working volume of the reservoir; and non-return means that are suitable for preventing any substantial movement of the follower piston in the direction that increases the working volume of the reservoir; in which device the non-return means include at least one chamber (C) of variable volume that is filled with fluid from the reservoir during the suction stage.

Abstract: A dispensing apparatus is disclosed. The dispensing apparatus has a product container for holding the fluid; a chamber including a dispensing cylinder having an inlet and an outlet; an inlet check valve disposed at the inlet of the chamber, the inlet check valve being openable to permit flow substantially only in a direction through the inlet check valve into the chamber; an outlet check valve disposed at the outlet of the chamber, the outlet check valve being openable to permit flow substantially only in a direction from the chamber out through the outlet check valve; an outlet spout connected with the outlet of the outlet check valve for receiving the fluid from the outlet check valve; a spring-biased piston configured for sliding movement in the dispensing cylinder, the piston being smaller than the dispensing cylinder thus providing a clearance; and a bypass backflow opening disposed in the dispensing cylinder above the spring-biased piston.

Abstract: I, Albert Harrison has, invented a pour spout with rotating nozzle that is affixed to a gable top carton, as set forth in the enclosed substitute specification.

Abstract: This is provided a method for preventing leaking of molten metal from a nozzle in an injection apparatus provided with a plunger within a cylinder body, a supply opening formed in an upper portion of the cylinder body, and a furnace for melting and holding the metal material provided on a top portion of the injection cylinder and having an outlet at the bottom end of the furnace communicated with the supply opening.

Abstract: A finger holder for electronic accessories. The device allows a user to hold a product without the product dropping or slipping from a person's hands.

Abstract: A combination backpack and seat article incorporates a built-in seat element having a cushioned base member pivotably connected to the backpack and a cushioned back rest section attached to the backside of the backpack. When in the closed position, the base member is flush with the back rest section on the backside of the backpack and buckles securely in a locked position. When in the open, seat configuration, the cushioned base member folds down from the back rest section. Comfort adjustable lateral straps and attached buckles connect the rear of the backpack to the outboard end of the base member. Bar members located in the base member and back rest section provide structural integrity and stability when the article is used as a seat.

Abstract: A carrier for an electronic device comprising a belt, a pouch for containing the electronic device formed on the belt at a point between its ends, fastener means on the inner face of the belt at one end thereof, fastener engaging means on the outer face of the belt and on the outer surface of the pouch for allowing the size of the belt to be adjusted by attaching the one end thereof to the outer face of the belt or to the outer surface of the pouch, and means for retaining the electronic device in the pouch.

Abstract: A wearable wallet has an elastic multi-part strap strung through two holes in the wallet, one hole in a cover flap over the wallet compartment opening and one hole in the bottom of the wallet back. The strap is composed of two conjoined loops forming an elongated “figure 8” where one loop is small and one loop is large. The small loop is just big enough to allow the large loop to be inserted through, causing the large loop to be divided into two parts. These two parts function as securing loops which can be variably proportioned and wrapped in a variety of useful ways, allowing the wallet to be easily reconfigured for wearing as a small purse dangling from a strap, as a wallet attached by elastic straps directly to an arm or hand or leg, or attached to a belt or some strap on clothing.

Abstract: A belt arrangement (1) for carrying a portable handheld work apparatus includes two shoulder carriers (3, 4) as well as a pelvis belt (6). Each shoulder carrier (3, 4) is connected with its two ends to the pelvis belt (6). The pelvis belt (6) is connected to a holder for the portable handheld work apparatus. A good carrying comfort is achieved in that at least one shoulder carrier (3, 4) includes an elastic region (29, 59) which permits an expansion of the shoulder carrier (3, 4) in longitudinal direction of the shoulder carrier (3, 4) and in that the shoulder carrier has a length limiter (30, 60) for the elastic region (29, 59) which limits the maximum expansion of the elastic region.

Abstract: A hook for fastening a hand-held working apparatus to a belt arrangement (10) has an open frame (46) with an access opening (23) and a closure member (22). The closure member (22) at least partly closes the access opening (23) in a rest position (32) of the closure member (22). The closure member (22) can be swiveled from the rest position (32) to a first open position (33) and to a second open position (34), so that a hand-held working apparatus which is arranged on the belt arrangement (10) can in a simple manner be both fastened to the belt arrangement and detached therefrom. A carrier arrangement with a hand-held working apparatus, a belt arrangement (10) and a fastening device (50) for fastening the working apparatus to the belt arrangement (10) comprises a hook (9) and an element to be engaged in the hook (9).

Abstract: An assembly for attaching gauges or other accessories to vehicles provides a rampart member for securing the assembly to a vehicle surface and a parapet member secured to the rampart member for adequately engaging a vehicle surface and covering any instruments that may be inserted and received in the rampart member for display.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cradle for an automobile. The present invention provides a cradle for an automobile comprising a mounting plate having a front surface to which a device for an automobile is mounted; and a suction plate pivotally coupled to the mounting plate to be selectively folded onto the mounting plate, the suction plate being selectively attached and fixed to a bottom surface. In addition, the cradle further comprises a supporting link rotatably installed to the suction plate and provided with a head portion pivotally coupled to the mounting plate. According to the present invention as described above, the cradle is carried or kept in a state where the cradle is folded with respect to the device. Thus, there is an advantage in that the overall volume of the cradle and device for an automobile is reduced.