Abstract: A system comprising a staging area and a packing area. The staging area may include a plurality of staging bins and a shuttle moveable along the plurality of staging bins. A staging bin of the plurality of staging bins may be configured to selectively retain a component of an order therein. Such staging bin may be configured to selectively release the component to the shuttle. The packing area may include a slide, a scanner, and a wrap seal conveyor. The shuttle may be configured to release the component onto the slide, and the scanner may be operable to scan and verify the component during placement of the component onto the wrap seal conveyor.

Abstract: An insertion apparatus for placing a packaging object in a packaging bag, includes: a bag support unit that holds the packaging bag in a state where a bag mouth of the packaging bag is opened; a transfer mechanism that places the packaging object at a supply position; a first intermediate holding unit provided to be able to ascend and descend; an elevation mechanism that elevates or lowers the first intermediate holding unit so as to place the first intermediate holding unit at a first elevation position and a second elevation position; a first placement mechanism that moves the packaging object placed at the supply position in a horizontal direction so as to place the packaging object on the first intermediate holding unit placed at the first elevation position; a horizontal movement mechanism that moves the first intermediate holding unit placed at the second elevation position in the horizontal direction so as to insert at least a part of the first intermediate holding unit in the packaging bag via the bag

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for filling and welding film bags, wherein a plurality of film bags that are accommodated one after another on a rotating carousel are filled by means of a plurality of filling stations arranged on the rotating carousel and subsequently the filled film bags are guided in succession, by means of the rotating carousel, past a welding station, assigned to the rotating carousel and arranged in a stationary manner on the rotating carousel, for welding of the filled film bags, wherein the welding station comprises at least one welding device. The invention also relates to a filling and welding device for carrying out this method, having a rotating carousel with a plurality of filling stations, arranged thereon, for filling film bags, and a welding station, assigned to the carousel and arranged in a stationary manner on the rotating carousel, for welding the filled film bags, wherein the welding station comprises at least one welding device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for forming and filling spout film bags which are transferred, by means of a transfer wheel that comprises blowing nozzles, to a filler arranged downstream of the transfer wheel, wherein in each case one blowing nozzle is placed on the spout upper edge of the spout of a spout film bag and then a defined pressure pulse is introduced into the interior of the spout film bag through the spout by means of the blowing nozzle to form the spout film bag. Furthermore, the invention relates to a device for forming and filling spout film bags and for carrying out the method, wherein the device comprises a transfer wheel having a plurality of receiving stations and blowing nozzles assigned to the receiving stations, said blowing nozzles being able to be placed on the spout upper edges of the spouts in order to introduce a defined pressure pulse, and a filler, arranged downstream of the transfer wheel, for filling the formed spout film bags.

Abstract: The invention relates to a nozzle for inflating a spout film bag, the lateral surface of which nozzle is designed in such a way that the nozzle can be inserted at least partially into the spout of the spout film bag and also at least partially into the interior of the spout film bag, wherein the lateral surface of the part of the nozzle that can be inserted has a bulging design. The invention further relates to a method for inflating a spout film bag by using said nozzle, comprising the following steps: providing the nozzle; inserting the nozzle into the spout of the spout film bag and lowering the nozzle in the spout to a first position; after the first position has been reached, wherein the lateral surface of the inserted nozzle interacts with the internal form of the spout in such a way that the interior of the spout film bag is substantially sealed, introducing flushing or inflating air into the interior of the spout film bag by means of the nozzle.

Abstract: An installation for producing a support for a product in a unitary dose including a supply member of a material web, a cutting apparatus to obtain a support card having a main portion, in which there is formed a main opening, and a foldable flap, in which there is formed a secondary opening. The installation further includes movement members for receiving the packaging of a product in a unitary dose so that a portion projects from the main opening and a peripheral edge is supported on the main portion of the card. The installation also includes folding members for folding the flap so as to enclose a portion of the peripheral edge between the flap and the main portion of the card. The installation also includes a fixing apparatus for fixing the flap to the main portion of the card.

Abstract: A shrink tunnel for shrinking shrink films on packages includes a transport path that passes through the treatment chamber. Arrays on opposite sides thereof have nozzles for dispensing hot gas. Each array has an associated guide plate and a lifting device for adjusting the guide plate. Adjusting the guide plates covers up certain nozzles, thus controlling the flow of air on the packages.

Abstract: A tax stamping machine includes an input system that transfers incoming cartons of cigarettes into a conveyor. The input station positions the upper surfaces of the cartons at a predefined height, and the conveyor retains the cartons at the predefined height as the cartons pass through the stamp applicating device. The stamp applicating device includes an opening station, a stamping station, and a closing station. The conveyor includes resilient pulleys that hold the cartons at a predefined height as the cartons move through the opening station, the stamping station, and the closing station such that the upper surfaces of the individual packs of cigarettes are always at the same predefined height regardless of the size of the cartons entering the machine.

Abstract: A bucket waste bag holder accessory that includes a support ring with a pendent skirt with at least two legs attached or formed on the front surface of the support ring or pendent skirt. Formed on the distal ends of each leg is a U-shaped clip configured to snap fit over the rounded top edge of a bucket. During installation, the top edge of a plastic bag is folded over the support ring and the pendent skirt and the closed end of the plastic bag is extended through a center opening. The legs are sufficiently spaced apart and extend downward from the support ring to support the top opening of the bag is a suspended, elevated position above the bucket while the closed end of the plastic bag rests inside the bucket. In one embodiment, the legs are configured to selectively rotate enabling them to attach to buckets with different top edges. An optional elastic strap may hold the plastic bag on the support ring and pendent skirt when filling the plastic bag with waste.

Abstract: A polymeric container including a base, a body, a finish, finish threads, and a tamper lip. The body extends from the base. The finish defines an opening through which a product can pass into, and out of, an internal volume of the container defined at least in part by the body. The finish threads are at an outer surface of the finish, and are configured to cooperate with closure threads of a closure to secure the closure to the finish. The tamper lip extends from the outer surface of the finish, and is configured to replace the support flange during handling, and to cooperate with a tamper band of the closure. A recess is below the tamper lip. The recess retains the tamper band therein when the closure is removed from cooperation with the finish.

Abstract: A tray formed of a single piece blank and which has reinforced corners to enable superior stacking capabilities and capacities is presented. The tray includes a base and four panels extending therefrom. Each panel has a major component extending from the base and a minor component extending from opposing sides of the major component. The minor components of the side panels consist of a tab and a freestanding portion. Only the tab is adhesively engaged to an interior surface of an immediately adjacent major component of and adjacent panel. The minor components of front and back panels being adhesively engaged to the major component of the side panels. The reinforced corners having a triangular shape defined by the major component and one minor component of the front panel or back panel and a hypotenuse consisting of one freestanding portion.

Abstract: Provided herein is, among other things, a packaging assembly comprising a substantially rigid panel having a pair of side edges; a pair of end edges; a center portion; a pair of proximal segments, each connected respectively to the right side and left side of the center portion; a pair of distal segments, each connected to one of the proximal segments opposite to the center portion; a first pair of substantially parallel fold lines; a second pair of substantially parallel fold lines; and a flexible film material secured on the rigid panel, wherein an object to be packaged is held securely between the flexible film material and the rigid panel. Also provided herein is a method of packaging an object using the packaging assembly disclosed herein.

Abstract: Cartons or boxes (10, 40, 70, 90, 110, 130, 290, 330, 390) convertible between a closed, transport configuration and an open configuration permitting access to the carton contents are disclosed herein. The cartons (10, 40, 70, 90, 110, 130, 290, 330, 390) may provide the consumer or user an easy manner of transporting, opening, displaying, retaining, and/or protecting multiple individually wrapped packages or servings of product. In addition to graphics, these multipack cartons may include a handle (12), opening features (26, 28, 46, 96, 116, 138, 338), a changeable or alterable shape or configuration, and fasteners (118), among other features.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a plurality of bodies which can be assembled together to form a singular three-dimensional body. The bodies each a cavity within which a child's toy can be received. Each cavity has a cavity opening through which said child's toy can be viewed, accessed and/or withdrawn from the cavity. The cavity opening is obstructed by an adjacent one of the plurality of bodies when the plurality of bodies are in the assembled state.

Abstract: A deck box includes individual panels and a lid that are able to be assembled to one another without the need for external hardware. A bottom panel has guides or rails extending along the length of the bottom panel at opposing edge regions thereof. A pair of side panels are provided with guides or rails to enable sliding engagement and assembly of the side panels with the bottom panel. The side panels are also provided with guides or rails that extend toward the bottom panel when the side panels are assembled to the bottom panel. Front and rear panels are provided with guides or rails so that each of the front and rear panel can assemble between the assembled side panels, sliding into engagement in a direction toward the bottom panel. A lid has an integrally-molded hinge member that engages with an integrally-molded hinge member of the rear panel.

Abstract: A nestable pallet having three rows of feet extending downward from a support surface is provided. In one aspect, the outer rows of feet are attached by runners at a bottom portion of each foot and the middle row of feet does not include runners. The support surface includes openings to accommodate the outer rows of feet with runners, and the middle row of feet of a like pallet. The absence of runners in the middle row and a corresponding larger opening, allows for greater support area in that portion of the pallet. The pallet can also include reinforcements extending perpendicular to the runners.

Abstract: A modular vacuum chamber system provides for tapered surfaces and resilient sealing members, wherein the tapered surfaces are protected from undesired contact with work surfaces, and provide for vacuum-tight engagement of various modules. Modules can include chamber modules, defining shapes for a resultant vacuum chamber. Modules can comprise connecting modules, configured to sealingly engage two chamber modules and form a larger vacuum chamber than either module alone. Modules can comprise wall plate modules, configured to sealingly engage a chamber module and form a surface of a vacuum chamber. Wall plate modules can comprise solid plates, optically transparent plates, and plates accommodating ports for communication between the vacuum chamber and the environment outside the vacuum chamber.

Abstract: The application discloses a packing box for agricultural products, which comprises a box body and a top cover; a groove is provided on bottom of the box body, and an idler wheel is provided in the groove, and a positioning hole is provided on side wall of the groove at two ends; a raised bar matched with the groove is provided on the top cover, and a spring-loaded boss matched with the positioning hole is provided on side wall of the raised bar at two ends. The structure in the application is simple and practicable, which can minimize the intensity of labor.

Abstract: A trash receptacle with a collapsible construction configured to allow a user to collapse the receptacle and remove each of the pieces to be manually cleaned or washed in a dishwasher. The collapsible garbage container may allow a user to clean their garbage container in the dishwasher by providing a plurality of pieces that are easy to disassemble for purposes of maintaining a clean and sanitary garbage container and to minimize bad odor and insects which may be attracted to the smell of garbage.

Abstract: A structured body (10) includes a base material (1) formed into a predetermined shape and a liquid film (3) provided on a surface thereof, and droplets (5) of a liquid incompatible with a liquid for the liquid film (3) are distributed on the liquid film (3).

Abstract: Aspects of the invention include a sleeve or wrap for protecting a container. In certain embodiments, the sleeve or wrap is a protective encasement for protecting a container, such as a bottle. In certain embodiments, the sleeve or wrap includes a body with a lumen, wherein the body is configured for holding and/or containing the container. For instance, in one embodiment, the protective sleeve includes a tubular body and at least a first opening in the protective body that is adapted for receiving the container. In certain embodiments, the body of the sleeve includes silicone. Accordingly, in certain embodiments, the sleeve is a protective silicone sleeve that is adapted to hold and/or contain a container, thereby protecting the container from damage (e.g., breaking). Also provided is a system for protecting a container that includes a protective sleeve, as described above, and a container that is configured for being associated, e.g., fit within, the protective sleeve.

Abstract: A hanging packaging comprising a product packaging with a height direction, a width direction, and a depth direction x, y, z, and a removable hanger. Preferably the hanger comprises a hanging element, a first connection element, a second connection element, and a web element running between the first connection element and the second connection element wherein the first connection element and the second connection element can be released from the product packaging and the first connection element and the second connection element are spaced apart from one another in the width direction (y) and/or in the depth direction (z). Also disclosed is a hanger for a product packaging of a hanging packaging of this type.

Abstract: A cap device for a container is provided. The cap device comprises a cover, a base and an expandable/extendible collapsible spout attached to or integrated with the base. When the cover is in a closed position, the collapsible spout may be in a retracted position for easy storage. When the cover is open, the collapsible spout may be extended to assist with pouring a fluid from the container to another location.

Abstract: The method includes establishing a box structure defining a side portion adjacent to an inner cavity, dividing the side portion into a lower retention portion, an upper retention portion, and a window recess portion, the window recess portion disposed between the upper retention portion and the lower retention portion. The dividing includes establishing a side recess panel at a location along a side panel of the box structure, establishing a front recess panel along a front panel of the box structure, the front recess panel adjacent the side recess panel, and establishing the window recess portion by folding the side and front recess panels into the box structure. The window recess portion, the upper retention portion and the lower retention portion being mutually arranged to retain the article along the side portion, with a portion of the article being displayed along the window recess portion.

Abstract: A bag container dispenser includes a bag container. The container is formed of resilient material and has a bottom, a top, first and second sides, a front, a back and a removable access panel. The access panel has a top segment that includes a portion of the top and a connected front segment. The front segment has a height that extends from the bottom to the top. Stacked bags are sized and shaped to fit within the bag container. Each of the bags has a front wall, a back wall, an open top and a closure mechanism. The bags are dispensable from the container through an opening provided by removal of the access panel which may have a removable cover. A dispenser rack has a horizontal platform sized and shaped to support the bag container. Peripheral guards extend upward from the platform and constrain movement of the container during dispensing.

Abstract: A container body includes a bag body and a resealable lock. The bag body includes first and second layers overlapped with each other, wherein the bag body further has a plurality of sealing portions provided thereat to form first and second sealing pockets discretely provided between the first and second layers, wherein three of the sealing portions are provided at three sealing edges of the first sealing pocket and three of the sealing portions are provided at three sealing edges of the second sealing pocket, such that each of the first sealing pocket and the second sealing pocket has an unsealed edge serving as an elongated opening. The resealable lock includes a plurality of zip lockers provided at the elongated openings of the first and second sealing pockets, wherein each of the first and second sealing pockets is reclosably sealed by the resealable lock.

Abstract: A bag container dispenser includes a bag container. The container is formed of resilient material and has a bottom, a top, first and second sides, a front, a back and a removable access panel. The access panel has a top segment that includes a portion of the top and a connected front segment. The front segment has a height that extends from the bottom to the top. Stacked bags are sized and shaped to fit within the bag container. Each of the bags has a front wall, a back wall, an open top and a closure mechanism. The bags are dispensable from the container through an opening provided by removal of the access panel which may have a removable cover. A dispenser rack has a horizontal platform sized and shaped to support the bag container. Peripheral guards extend upward from the platform and constrain movement of the container during dispensing.

Abstract: A container cap assembly includes an inner cap coupled to an inner surface and an upper end of a container neck and an outer cap maintaining the coupled state of the inner cap, thereby keeping the inside of a container sealed. The container cap assembly includes an inner cap including an outer wall portion corresponding to an inner surface of a neck of a container and a flange portion extending outward from an upper end of the outer wall portion to correspond to an upper end of the neck. An outer cap has a ceiling covering an upper portion of the inner cap and a side wall portion covering an outer circumferential surface of the neck, the ceiling and the side wall portion being integrally formed. The inner circumferential surface of the side wall portion has female threads corresponding to male threads on the outer circumferential surface of the neck.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for sealing a threaded container are provided. More specifically, the present invention relates to a ROPP closure with a novel pilfer band that may be used to seal a bottle shaped container without pressing directly against the bottle or deforming the bottle. The bottle includes an annular ring that is novel. Optionally, the annular ring can be formed without die necking or expanding the bottle neck. At least one protrusion which extends inwardly at least partially into the bottle annular ring is formed on the ROPP closure after the ROPP closure is positioned on the bottle neck. In one embodiment, the ROPP closure includes one inwardly oriented protrusion which extends around the circumference of the ROPP closure. The protrusion can be formed by a roller. Optionally, the protrusion has a substantially uniform depth. In another embodiment, the ROPP closure includes a plurality of individuals studs which each extend at least partially into the bottle annular ring.

Abstract: A disposable container lid is removably attachable to the top of a common soda can. The lid includes a continuous, planar cover that extends over over the top of a soda can and an annular ridge containing a downward facing groove that snaps over the rim of the soda can. An opening in the cover is sized to extend around both the pull tab and the dispensing aperture in the can. The lid may include a bib extending downward over the upper front region of the can. A downward lip extends from the opening of the can into the aperture in the top of the soda can. The lid may also include a spout extending upward and directing flow of liquid out of the camp.

Abstract: A container includes container body (120) defining an interior (122) and an opening (124) leading to the interior. A lid (140) is movable with respect to the container body to move the container between a closed position in which the lid covers the opening and an opened position in which the opening is exposed. A housing (180) is affixed to an upper portion of the container body, adjacent to the opening. A release (160) is movably housed within the housing. The release is configured to move between a locked position in which the release retains the lid in the closed position, and an unlocked position, in which the release permits the lid to move into the opened position. The release moves from the locked position to the unlocked position by a first movement in a radially inward direction of the container, followed by a second movement in an axially upward direction of the container.

Abstract: A child-resistant, flip-top closure includes a closure body for secure connection to a container which stores the content/product which is to be dispensed. Hinged to the closure body is a flip-open lid which is constructed and arranged to be lifted manually. A child-resistant structure is incorporated into the closure construction. The child-resistant structure of one exemplary embodiment is constructed and arranged with a squeeze-to-release feature. The child-resistant structures of other exemplary embodiments are constructed and arranged with a tab press-down feature. Actuation of the child-resistant structure (squeeze or press down) must be performed concurrently with the lifting action applied to the flip-open lid.

Abstract: A liquid receptacle system comprising: a receptacle comprising a bowl (3) having an upper opening surrounded by a rim, wherein a screw thread is provided on the interior surface of the bowl, substantially adjacent said rim; and a removable closure (6) for sealing the bowl, the closure having a corresponding external screw thread which in use engages with the interior screw thread of the bowl to enclose contents within the bowl.

Abstract: A container lid assembly includes a lid having a body and a flange positioned around a perimeter of the body. The lid assembly further includes a clip having a first end and a second end. The first end of the clip is attached to a bottom surface of the body such that the clip is positioned along the bottom surface of the body within the perimeter of the body. The flange of lid assembly is selectively couplable with the container in a closed configuration such that an opening of the container is covered by the lid assembly. The clip of the lid assembly is selectively couplable with the container in an open configuration by receiving a side wall of the container between the clip and the bottom surface of the body such that at least a portion of the opening of the container is uncovered by the lid assembly.

Abstract: A reinforced cable tie generally includes an elongate strap having a first end, a second end and an elongate planar strap body therebetween, a head having an upstanding central wall separating a first and a second elongate parallel passageway through the head for respective receipt of the first and second ends of said strap, a locking device supported in the head for retaining the first and second ends of the strap and a continuous reinforcement disposed in and extending substantially continuously along a path defining the strap. In a method for forming a cable tie, a continuous reinforcing strand is co-extruded within an elongate strap and a head is assembled to the strap.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are disclosed for sealing openings on containers and other structures, permitting selective removal of portions of the seal structure, and for similar selective removal of portions of adhesive elements such as bandages.

Abstract: Provided herein is a degassing valve for a dry consumer product (e.g., a dry foodstuff, a cannabis-containing medicinal or recreational product, etc.) that has an enticing or pleasant aroma. Such a valve includes a valve body, a one-way valve element positioned on the valve body, and, preferably, a filter associated with said valve body wherein the filter is configured to facilitate the passage of a gas. The gas may be selected from the group consisting of air, carbon dioxide, oxygen, nitrogen, and methane, or mixtures thereof. Additionally, the gas contains one or more aroma-conferring volatile molecule species responsible for the aroma characteristic of the product. The filter of the valve body may include activated charcoal, an activated charcoal mixture or a combination thereof.

Abstract: The packaging (1) for plate-shaped elements, particularly for tiles in ceramic material, stone, wood and/or glass, comprises a pair of blanks (2) in packaging material folded on a pack of plate-shaped elements (3) to be packaged, wherein each blank (2) comprises a plurality of flaps (10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25) and they are placed in a packaging configuration wherein all the flaps (10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25) of a blank (2) are spaced apart from all the flaps (10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25) of the other blank (2).

Abstract: A device that creates a bag, pocket, sleeve, or protective enclosure for receiving an object for storage or moving of the object. The device provides a cushioning mechanism for the object.

Abstract: A production method for a heat insulation bag with a more regular shape and less heat transfer, the method includes preparing a bag cover, an inner bag and an outer bag; placing a heat insulation layer between the inner bag and the outer bag; and then welding the heat insulation layer, the inner bag and the outer bag together. Improvements of the present invention include the steps of first preparing an inner bag periphery before preparing the inner bag, then welding an inner bag top sheet, welding an inner bag enclosure, cutting off the middle portion of the inner bag top sheet, and then welding a bottom surface of the inner bag, thereby forming an inner bag platform in the inner bag. Thus, heat transfer between the bag cover and the bag body after the production of the heat insulation bag is reduced and the heat insulation effect is improved.

Abstract: A deflation valve for use with a compression bag includes a base member and a lid member attached to the base member. The base member includes a deflation port and an inner cylindrical portion. The lid member includes a valve member and an outer cylindrical portion surrounding the valve member. The outer cylindrical portion includes an air passage portion and is arranged outwardly of the inner cylindrical portion. Suction of the deflation port causes an upward movement of the lid member to open the deflation port, imparting a negative pressure to the compression bag via the air passage portion and the deflation port. Stopping of the suction causes a downward movement of the lid member due to the negative pressure to close the deflation port with the valve member. The air passage portion serves as a finger hooking portion when opening the deflation port.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a carbonation preservation device that attaches to the mouth of an open container holding carbonated liquid. More specifically, the present invention relates to a device for preventing loss of carbonation from a carbonated liquid stored within a container by purging the trapped air above the remaining liquid within the container and replacing it with carbon dioxide or mixture of gases. When in place, the carbonation preservation device purges the air and other gases from the volume above the remaining carbonated liquid and fills the volume with a gas, such as carbon dioxide, or a mixture of gases, in order to pressurize the container and prevent the escape of carbon dioxide from the remaining carbonated liquid in the container.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a sack comprising a second container and a first container, an activated carbon filter that is positioned between said first and second containers and a sealable rubberized zipper and the activated carbon filter is positioned such that it may absorb at least a portion of odor and moisture from items stored inside sack.

Abstract: A packaged food product and methods of making and using it. In some embodiments. The packaged food product may comprise a cup containing multiple ingredients in sealed pouches suitable for use in making an omelet or other egg-based entrées, with the cup being suitable for microwave cooking of an egg-based entrée. The ingredients may include vegetable components that offer organoleptic properties similar to those of fresh vegetables after an extended period of time. Ideally, time required for processing, shipment, storage, etc., which may be, e.g., several weeks, may pass without unacceptable degradation of taste, texture, mouth feel, flavor, aroma, color, nutritional content or other important qualities. In some embodiments, the ingredients may also include additional components, such as, for example, one or more meats, and/or one or more varieties of cheese.

Abstract: A thermally insulating packaging to hold an item includes a solid compostable or recyclable shell that is formed primarily of a plant fiber, and a bottom cover. The shell includes a floor, a plurality of inner side walls that are coupled to the floor, a rim coupled to the plurality of inner side walls, and a plurality of outer side walls that are couple to the rim. The floor and the plurality of inner side walls define an interior space of the shell to receive the item and an opening to the interior space. The plurality of inner side walls and plurality of outer side walls have a space therebetween that defines a gap. The gap can be an air-filled cavity, or be filled with a compostable or recyclable core material.

Abstract: A thermal insulation article includes a thermally insulating pad shaped to be positioned in a cavity of a rectangular prism shipping container. The pad includes a solid compostable panel formed primarily of starch and/or plant fiber pulp that holds together as a single unit, and a water-proof or water-resistant film forming a pocket enclosing the panel. The panel includes a first section, a second section, and a third section connecting the first section to the second section, the first and second section each having a central portion and two flaps that extend from the central portion beyond the third section, and wherein the panel is foldable into an open box.

Abstract: The disclosure provides at least an apparatus, method and system for a pill dispenser. The pill dispenser may be capable of dispensing a predetermined number of pills, and may include a push button; a container capable of containing a plurality of pills and including, at substantially an end portion thereof, a pill exit, and, on an inner circumference thereof, a threaded track; a cap that removably connects the push button and the container; and a dispenser fittedly positioned within the container. The dispenser may include a spring; threads capable of being rotatably received by the threaded track upon actuation of the push button; at least one pill stop at a portion thereof substantially adjacent to the pill exit; and a ramp therewithin capable of guiding ones of the plurality of pills to the pill stop upon compression of the spring.

Abstract: A non-dissolvable immersible dispensing puck in the shape of a dissolvable halogen puck when the dissolvable halogen puck is in an undissolved state with the non-dissolvable immersible dispensing puck physically interchangeable with a dissolvable halogen puck when placed in a dispenser for normally holding only a set of halogen pucks to enable a single dispersant dispenser to be converted to a dual dispersant dispenser without changing the structure of the single dispersant dispenser by placing a dispenser within a dispenser wherein only one of the dispensers may be provided with adjustable water ports.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pressure control device for maintaining a constant predetermined pressure in a fluid dispensing container, as well as a pressure control system which includes the device. The present invention further concerns a method for manufacturing the pressure control device and system of the invention. The invention is of particular importance in the technical field of aerosol sprays.

Abstract: To provide a fixing plate for an aerosol container that allows positioning thereof, fittable to a mounting cup, applicable to aerosol containers without changes in shape, and fittable to the mounting cup without displacing out of position relative to the mounting cup. The fixing plate (100) for an aerosol container is mounted to a mounting cup (310) having two stems (320) protruding therefrom and is used for positioning of an exterior component. The fixing plate is formed in a cylindrical shape fittable to the mounting cup (310), includes, on an inner circumferential side thereof, container positioning unit and container lock unit for positioning and retaining and fitting of the fixing plate (100) and the mounting cup (310), and includes, on an outer circumferential side thereof, exterior component positioning unit and exterior component lock unit for positioning and retaining and fitting of the fixing plate (100) and the exterior component (200).