Abstract: A deformable container (5) containing a fluid product to be tested includes a flexible outer wall (10) enclosing a main cavity (9) therein for holding the fluid product and at least one appendix (14) for containing a sample volume to be tested. The appendix is displaceable from a first position, wherein the appendix is invaginated within a periphery of the deformable container, and a second position, wherein the appendix protrudes outwardly from the outer wall and defines a second cavity (7) therein for a sample fluid volume, such as to permit testing of the sample volume within the appendix (14). The appendix is displaced into the second position by the fluid product within the deformable container when pressure is applied to the outer wall to force the sample volume of the fluid product from the main cavity of the deformable container into the second cavity of the appendix.

Abstract: A sound module is positioned in an edible structure such that the gift remains intact when constructed and transported, appetizing to perceive, and safe for consumption. The sound module is sealed into the structure using an edible adhesive that is strong enough to hold the module in place without deleterious effects to the structure of the gift. The sound module remains artfully concealed yet still audible, as well as accessible to be operated.

Abstract: A ball display case has base and a cover that is securable to the base. When the cover is secured to the base, the cover and base at least partially enclose a space for holding a ball. The case has a pedestal for supporting a ball in the enclosed space. The elevation of the pedestal relative to the base is optionally adjustable. An irreversible lock is adapted for selective application to at least one of the base and the cover such that the lock assumes a locking position that prevents non-destructive removal of the cover from the base. One suitable lock includes a plate having a plurality of recessed areas spaced radially about the plate and a plurality of posts extending away from the plate. Each post is in general radial alignment with one of the recessed areas of the plate and spaced radially inward from the recessed area.

Abstract: The present invention provides a strap device capable of, when used in a state of being attached to an electronic apparatus body including a display portion and a key input portion as an object, improving the visibility of the display portion and the operability of the key input portion and the touch panel without tilting the electronic apparatus body with the wrist. A strap device includes a substantially plate-shaped belt base to be attached to the object; and a strap belt formed in an annular shape and supported by a substantially center portion of the belt base rotatably within a plane substantially parallel to the belt base. The belt base includes a back part provided with a pivot fitting as a bearing member for supporting the strap belt rotatably and a front part facing the back part. The strap belt extends across the belt base from the front part to the back part of the belt base.

Abstract: A method of dating a food product that includes packaging at least two packages of a food product into a storage container and after packaging the at least two packages, the method further includes making the at least two packages with a date while the at least two packages are located within the storage container.

Abstract: A laminating and mounting system include a pouch (10) made of thermal laminating film (15,16) and a thermal adhesive (21,22) on a surface (17,18) both inside the pouch and outside the pouch. A first substrate (19), like a print, is placed within a chamber (25) of the pouch (10). The pouch (10) is attached or aligned with a backer board, a rigid substrate (20). The assembly comprising the pouch (10), print (19) and backer substrate (20) are laminated in one pass by a laminating machine (30) that applies both heat and pressure.

Abstract: A carrying bag for a portable computer is adopted for carrying a portable computer with an exposed screen on its front side so that the computer is ready for use without unfolding the lid. The front side of the bag has a see-through section to enable users to view the computer screen or operate the button keys without removing the computer. The bag further has loops located on diagonal corners or four corners to couple with buckles of a shoulder strap so that the computer may be hung in front of a user for use wherever he/she goes. The bag has a back side engaging with a guarding flap, which may be folded reversely to form a support rack to hold the computer in the bag standing at a desired angle or on a table to match the user's viewing angle so that the user can use the computer on a still location. Users may browse or read information displayed on the computer screen through the see-through section without removing the computer from the bag when working on a still location.

Abstract: A clear package for enabling a packaged product to appear to be floating therein in an appealing and highly visible form. The package of the present invention comprises a sleeve having two pairs of opposing flat walls extending from a base, one pair being relatively thin and the other being relatively wide. At each end of each pair of relatively thin walls is an orifice. The package also comprises a pair of caps, one being placed on each end of the sleeve and comprising a pair of flat sides and a pair of convex, curved sides. On each flat side lies a protrusion having a triangular cross-section, corresponding to the orifice on each end of the sleeve. The package additionally comprises a support therein having an intermediate portion, which in turn has an indented envelope for holding the product.

Abstract: A bar of soap having, wrapped laterally of the bar, around at least a longitudinal extent of the bar, a stiffening member comprising a stiff sheet material having at least respective outer surfaces thereof each provided by a plastics material. At least a portion of the stiffening member is transparent to allow the soap to be viewed.

Abstract: A display and carrying package is provided which is particularly adapted for displaying and carrying a bedding ensemble, but which could be used for displaying and carrying any ensemble of products of different sizes. The package is in the form of a closed flexible bag, preferably box-shaped, having generally flat transparent front and rear walls and, preferably, having non-transparent side and top walls connected thereto. The bag preferably includes a zipper for closing and opening the bag to provide access to the interior of the bag. The ensemble of products of different sizes is positioned inside the bag with the large ensemble product in juxtaposition to the transparent front bag wall for viewing therethrough and the other smaller ensemble products are positioned inside the bag, preferably in pockets attached to the inside of the rear wall, in juxtaposition to the rear transparent wall and in side-by-side position for being viewed from the outside through the transparent rear wall.

Abstract: An improved soap bag that secures a bar of soap in the palm of a user'hand during bathing. The soap bag (10) includes a body (12) and a band (14) formed from synthetic mesh material and contains a bar of soap therein. Body (12) is comprised of first panel (16) and second panel (18) and band (14) is comprised of third panel (32) and fourth panel (34). First panel (16) includes first wash surface (24), second panel (18) includes second wash surface (26), third panel (32) includes third wash surface (36), and fourth panel (34) includes fourth wash surface (38). The soap bag of the present invention is reversible between first and second positions, exposing first and third surfaces (24 & 36) in the first position, and second and fourth surfaces (26 & 38) in the second position. A closing means is attached to the body portion (12) and is comprised of a drawstring and cordstop.

Abstract: Disclosed and claimed is a container, such as a tumbler, a toothbrush holder, a garbage pail, a soap dish, a pitcher, or a bowl, which is affixed to a sealed vessel containing a first liquid, a second liquid, at least one structure, wherein the structure is insoluble in both the first and the second liquids and floats on the first liquid, the first and the second liquids are immiscible, the first and the second liquids have densities such that the first liquid is beneath the second liquid, the volume of the second liquid is greater than the volume of the first liquid, the first liquid, or the second liquid or both of the first and the second liquids are optionally-colored and methods for making and using the container. The structure suspended in the sealed vessel is weighted so it can maintain its upright configuration irrelevant to the position of the sealed vessel.

Abstract: A travel soap dish assembly for use within shower or upon a surface of a sink without significant residue buildup while maintaining the bar soap significantly dry. The inventive device includes a container, a cover pivotally attached to the container, a plurality of slots extending into the edge of the container, a corresponding plurality of apertures connected to the slots within the container, a support frame having a plurality of shaft members that are slidably received within the slots and apertures, and corresponding plurality of suction cups attached to the shaft members. The support frame is comprised of a grid-like structure having a plurality of legs for supporting the supporting frame within the container and upon a surface of a sink. The support frame further includes a plurality of support members and cross members attached to one another forming an open bowl-like structure for retaining the bar soap.

Abstract: A storage chest and method for drying bath tub toys is disclosed. The chest includes a removable perforated drying basket nested inside the chest. The basket includes a peripheral flange that supports the basket in a position inside the chest suitably spaced from the side walls and from the base to accommodate sanitary drying of toys. The basket flange seats on a shoulder flange molded integrally with the chest and may be snugly retained by a press-fit bead molded integrally with a lid. Ventilation ports provided in the side walls and lid accommodate drying air circulation and may serve also as pouring spouts and as hand grips.

Abstract: A carton particularly adapted to house both a container of cleansing agent and a washing implement. The carton of the invention includes front, rear and side panels and a compartment within the carton having at least three compartment walls which are free of attachment to, and do not form a part of, the carton panels. A particular advantage of the present carton is that it can be packed on automatic cartoning equipment.

Abstract: A washing system using a washing implement including looped filaments, together with a surfactant-based cleanser.

Abstract: A washing system using a washing implement including floppy filaments free at one end, which may be in the shape of a ball, together with a surfactant-based cleanser.

Abstract: An L-Card for accommodating stacks of articles such as soap bars. The L-Card includes a compartment for receiving promotional items which may be sold with the stacked articles. The rear face of one of the panels forming the compartment advantageously constitutes part of the L-shaped area housing the soap bars.

Abstract: A device to hold soap flakes and the like includes a container body having a dispensing meter built into the container. The container has front, rear, and side walls that form an opening at the top. Vertical walls within the container define baffles that allow powder to flow into a dosing compartment for dispensing from the container. A removable cover seals the top of the container and has an opening through which soap powder is dispensed.

Abstract: A soap bar holder for having a plurality of compartments, each compartment being for holding a single soap bar. A removable shelf and tray further provide a means for easily cleaning the soap bar holder. The device includes a housing having a partitioned interior. The tray is slidably receivable within either one of an opening formed in a housing side wall and is designed to catch dissolved soap. The shelf is slidably receivable upon the tray and is designed to support a plurality of soap bars contained within the compartments of the partitioned housing interior.

Abstract: A bathroom accessory mountable to a generally vertical flat surface such as glass, mirror, tile, fiberglass or metal. The bathroom accessory makes efficient use of space available in a bathroom.

Abstract: A soap case having a receiving portion for receiving a bar of soap, the soap case characterized in that the receiving portion has a width wider than the thickness of the bar of soap and narrower than the width of the bar of soap such that the bar of soap can be received in a standing position as a pair of relatively wider surfaces of the bar of soap face both side surfaces of the receiving portion, and a depth sufficient for the bar of soap to stably stand upright, and comprises side surfaces each being curved of which the effective contact portions actually contacting the bar of soap being received becomes narrower towards the bottom of the case, a front surface for supporting the received bar of soap to stably stand upright, a rim surface of a curved shape forming the upper portion of the side surfaces and the front surface, and a bottom surface of a curved shape sloped at a predetermined angle.sub.

Abstract: A container for a soap bar is provided which container is formed of first and second mating sections which are hollowed to form a soap-bar-receiving chamber when the sections are mated. The chamber recess in the first section is formed so as to control the position of the soap bar therein to control the contact area of a wet soap bar with the walls of the chamber in the first section so as to minimize sticking of the soap bar to the chamber walls and to facilitate air flow through the chamber. An opening is provided in the first section to permit the soap bar to be pushed out therefrom with a users fingers and to, in conjunction with an opening in the upper section, further facilitate air flow through the container for soap bar drying. A lip or other suitable element may be provided to prevent water drippage from the openings or the openings may be otherwise designed to inhibit water from flowing therethrough.

Abstract: A multifunctional water-resistant bathroom fixture is provided for multiple utilitarian applications in the bathroom including use as a water-resistant bathroom soap holder and bathroom tissue dispenser for coordinating the bathroom shower area. The multifunctional bathroom fixture includes a wall mounting bracket or frame for carrying a pivotal sloping cover and a water-resistant closure device disposed between the sloping cover and wall mounting frame. The wall mounting frame may include sloping sides conforming to the configuration of the sloping cover to provide a soap dish or bathroom tissue closure that is resistant to water and adaptable to a wide variety of applications in the home.

Abstract: A dental prosthesis component container and display system for containing sterile dental prostheses and components thereof for convenient use by a dentist or oral surgeon comprising a resiliently flexible envelope in a component box, the dental prosthesis component being inside the resiliently flexible envelope, the resiliently flexible envelope being under bending stress such that when the top of the component box is opened such stress is relieved by extension of the envelope through the open top is disclosed.

Abstract: An improved bathing soap container has two pouches spaced for the allocation of soap, a sponge or rubbing balls. The container is constructed by folding both ends of a hollow cylindrical mesh to form two cuffs which overlap, tying the overlap region with a cord to form a longer first pouch portion and a shorter second pouch portion, folding part of the second pouch portion over the bottom of the first pouch portion to form an inner space between the two pouches, folding the mouth of the first pouch portion over the top of the second pouch portion, and tying the mouth of the first pouch portion with a cord having an apertured tightening bead. The inner space is arranged to hold a sponge or rubbing balls while the mouth of the first pouch portion may be folded over to accommodate a smaller sized soap.

Abstract: A cleansing kit is provided which includes a pouch of netted mesh, a closed cell sponge and a toilet bar. Preferably the sponge is sculpted in the form of a mitt or cartoon character.

Abstract: The present invention provides an insert, a blank for the insert and a combination of carton and insert, plus the combination of insert and cleansing agent bottle and the combination of insert plus cleansing agent bottle plus washing implement. The insert is designed to include five supports, three bottom supports and two top supports as part of the carton blank. The insert relies on the bottle for support. The insert stabilizes the cleansing agent bottle and the washing implement to minimize movement.

Abstract: Invention relates to a portable and display carrying case for receiving, displaying an transporting a plurality of collectable items, such as the popular Beanie Babies, and related accessories. The case comprises a pair of outer members, preferably rectangular in shape, hingedly secured along one pair of complementary edges, and a center inner panel member configured to nest between the outer members. The inner panel member is provided with an array of elastic-type straps secured at their respective ends to the inner panel member, to receive the items, and includes a corresponding array of collapsible boxes for securing the accessories. Fastening members are provided to secure the outer members together, such as a zipper, about the periphery thereof to form a closed carrying case. Finally, a handle may be included along the periphery of the case for easily transporting the Beanie Babies.

Abstract: A flexible and substantially non-resilient package containing a number of three-dimensional objects. The package is such that multiple packages can be stacked on top of one another. The package includes a flexible container comprising opposing top and bottom walls and at least one side wall, all of which are joined together to form an interior chamber for containing the non-rectangular objects. The package further includes a balance component integral with the top and bottom walls to stabilize the package and keep it from tipping over. The three-dimensional objects to be contained, such as soap bars, are substantially rigid and non-rectangular. The objects have two non-planar opposing oblong faces. The faces are connected by a pair of opposing major peripheral edges and a pair of opposing minor peripheral edges, with the minor peripheral edges being smaller than the major peripheral edges.

Abstract: A toiletry article storage system includes a main body portion, configured to resemble a body portion of an elephant and having first, second, third and fourth members, and an upper body portion configured to resemble an elephant head and having fifth, sixth and seventh members. Each of the first and second members outwardly project from a front side surface of the main body portion. Respective side surfaces of the first and second members are generally parallel with, and spaced apart from, each other to define a first opening sized to slidingly receive a liquid soap dispenser supported by a surface on which the storage system rests. Each of the third and fourth members outwardly project from a rear side surface of the main body portion. Respective side surfaces of the third and fourth members are generally curved and spaced apart from each other to define a second, generally circular, opening sized to captively retain a stand-up toothpaste tube supported by the surface.

Abstract: A t-shirt storage and display apparatus includes a clear frame. A cardboard insert is removably received within the clear frame. A t-shirt is positioned between the cardboard insert and the clear frame whereby a logo on the t-shirt can be viewed through the clear frame.

Abstract: A soap dish is provided in which the bottom of the dish is impervious and slopes downwardly at an angle of at least 3.degree. to a front drainage discharge zone, having a lip extending downwardly below the support plane of the dish so that, in use, it extends into a sink, basin or bath. Soap support formations, conveniently rearwardly extending ribs, extend upwardly from the bottom and define at the upper ends a soap support plane inclined rearwardly towards the rear wall and spaced upwardly from the bottom. The rear wall has forwardly projecting stops, conveniently formed as extensions of soap supporting ribs to prevent direct contact between a cake of soap and the rear wall.

Abstract: A multifunctional water-resistant bathroom fixture is provided for multiple utilitarian applications in the bathroom including use as a water-resistant bathroom soap holder and bathroom tissue dispenser for coordinating the bathroom shower area. The multifunctional bathroom fixture includes a wall mounting bracket or frame for carrying a pivotal sloping cover and a water-resistant closure device disposed between the sloping cover and wall mounting frame. The wall mounting frame may include sloping sides conforming to the configuration of the sloping cover to provide a soap dish or bathroom tissue closure that is resistant to water and adaptable to a wide variety of applications in the home.

Abstract: A weather resistant case for displaying construction permits and the like. The case has a base member and a door hinged to the base member. A tack board mounted to the rear wall of the base member supports documents being displayed. The door has a transparent window for viewing the documents. Novel features include a cylindrical internal cavity cooperatively formed between the cover and base members for holding rolled up drawings, a slot for insertion of mail or written messages, pull down latches for securing the cover, a lock for the cover, a document holder located on the inside of the cover, an external rear recess configured to steady the display case against and mount the display case on a four inch by four inch post, and a frontal area protected by being recessed, for posting notes or writing messages with ink markers. The cover hinge is a piano hinge embedded in both the cover and the base.

Abstract: A two-cell windowed carton is provided for displaying a pair of disparate articles in side by side relation which is formed from a one piece blank of cartonboard. The display carton has opposing front and back walls, opposing top and bottom walls, and opposing first and second side walls. These walls are connected forming a box. Only the opposing top and bottom walls have a double thickness of cartonboard. The front wall has a compartment dividing wall foldably connected thereto. The compartment dividing wall extends inwardly from the front wall to a compartment wall support. The compartment dividing wall separates a first article cell from a second article cell. The first article cell has an opening in the front wall and also has a back intermediate wall. The back intermediate wall is spaced inwardly from and parallel to the back wall by a compartment wall support. The back intermediate wall extends between the first side wall and the compartment dividing wall.

Abstract: A package for holding a pair of articles having a foldable insert with a top portion, bottom portion, a dividing portion connecting the top and bottom portions, and a display flap associated with the bottom portion. A clear shell houses the insert and pair of articles and has a front, two sides, a bottom and a back, the back having flaps moveable from the closed position holding the pair of articles within the shell to an open position permitting the articles to be removed.

Abstract: A soap bar holder that is suitable for use in a shower stall, tub or by a sink is disclosed. The soap bar holder comprises an enclosure (11) with an opening (24) sized to accommodate a bar of soap (48) defined by two side walls (12,16) and a back wall (19). A lid (25) pivotally attaches to the enclosure and covers the opening with a gasketed, water tight seal when the soap is not in use. The lid is spring (31) loaded to provide for easy access to the soap by pressing a release button (35). Also, the enclosure slidably and removably engages with a mounting plate (36) for easy access to the enclosure for cleaning.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention there is provided a dispensing package containing a plurality of objects. The objects are three-dimensional and have a pair of opposing faces connected by peripheral edges. The package includes a container having a top, a bottom and a body, all of which form an interior chamber containing the objects. The objects are stacked within the container in face to face relation, with the body of the container surrounding the peripheral edges of the objects. The stacked objects thereby define an uppermost object, adjacent to said top of the container, and a lowermost object, adjacent to the bottom of the container. The package further includes an interleaving dispenser. This dispenser is made from a bendable member having alternating horizontal and vertical panels connected to each other. The member is disposed within the package with the horizontal panels parallel to the top and bottom of the container.

Abstract: A bar soap receptacle composed of one element, culminating in a multiple purpose platform; having propitious draining placement features, bar soap enhance drying features, and an aesthetically pleasing likeness of a horse's saddle.

Abstract: A soap dispenser and support combination to be worn around a person's neck to allow dispensing of soap over the person's entire body. The combination includes a mesh soap container having an opening in a top surface thereof, the top surface opening being bordered by elastic for insertion and removal of soap. A stretchable strap formed in a partial loop is attached to the soap container. The strap has a sufficient stretchability so that the person can grasp the soap container and stretch the strap while the strap remains around the neck of the person and touch any portion of the person's body with the soap container.

Abstract: A soap holder for retaining soap in a relatively dry manner is disclosed. The soap holder has a housing and a plurality of coacting arms rotatably connected to the housing. A phase control device, such as sector gears, are mounted at the interior of the housing for synchronizing the rotatable movement of the plurality of coacting arms. The coacting arms are normally in a first position at which they are biased to a nonengaged configuration and are adapted for synchronized movement to a second position at which they are biased to an engaged configuration upon insertion of a bar of soap therebetween.

Abstract: A shower caddy which comprises: a rigid, hinged, two-part external case; a plurality of holders for toilet articles disposed within and fastened to the interior of said case; fluid dispensing means arranged within and fastened to said case, said means having provision for replacement of plastic, fluid containers mounted on said means; and hinged rotatable hook members external to and extendable from one part of said case to engage with a shower curtain support rod to permit hanging such case therefrom.

Abstract: A soap container including a support plate having a plurality of drain apertures and a plurality of flexible, soft ribs, and a plurality air apertures disposed in the wall of a base thereof, whereby the wet soap disposed within the soap container can be effectively dried and maintained without any damage.

Abstract: A shower caddy that comprises a bottle holder/drainer that allows a bottle to remain stable in either an upright or inverted position, permitting the easy and convenient use or drainage of the bottle; a soap bar holder that allows wet soap to drain without forming a pool of soap slime under the soap or in the bottom of the holder; and an adjustable mechanism for attachment of the caddy to a shower arms or pipe to achieve a very secure attachment. The caddy further includes accommodations for slender tubular-shaped items like razors and brushes and hanging bars for cloths and towels.

Abstract: This invention relates to a soap dish and in particular to one including an inclined platform; a seat fixedly mounted on the bottom of the inclined platform and having an iron plate thereon; a liquid container having a U-shaped member pivotally connected with the seat, the U-shaped member having thereon a magnet engageable with the iron plate of the seat; and a sponge received in the liquid container.

Abstract: A combination soap holder and utility shelf includes a series of ribs and spaces which drain excess water and residue thereby making it easy to grasp and retrieve soap and other bath articles even when wet. The soap-holder ribs slope first downward and then sharply upwards away from the back of the soap holder to hold the soap securely while allowing the soap to be easily grasped and retrieved in a single continuous motion without being lifted. In alternative embodiments, the combination soap holder and utility shelf may be recessed into, molded integrally with, or flush-mounted to a conventional bath or shower enclosure. An embodiment for deep walls allows the soap holder to protrude farther into the wall, making it possible to have a profile that is more nearly flush with the wall. Any of the embodiments may have ribs connected to a platform or tray that is removable for cleaning.

Abstract: A tennis shoe weighted device is disclosed herein for insertion into a tennis shoe during a washing procedure which includes a weighted body having a soap carrying compartment on one side and a resiliently mounted telescoping rod outwardly projecting from the other body side. The soap compartment is provided with an access opening for introducing soap into the compartment and a multiplicity of apertures for selectively releasing soap into surrounding wash water. A weight in the body is critically located on the soap compartment side of the device so that the device is unevenly weighted along its central longitudinal axis.

Abstract: Over thirty years of frustrations associated with the inadequate performance of "coffee mugs" that were adapted for use as "shaving mugs" prompted my development of a true SHAVING MUG designed specifically to hold a typical shaving soap cake in a manner that is convenient to the user. A shaving mug made in accordance with this patent application will:a. Hold the soap cake secure enough to prevent dislodging during use, cleaning, or even rough handling.b. Protect the soap cake from contamination.c. Prevent soap or water residue from leaking out during storage.d. Permit the soap cake to dry quickly between use.e. Not break easily.These attributes represent significant design improvements resulting in a shaving mug designed specifically for brush type shaving lather products and clearly corrects the deficiencies of the existing mugs.

Abstract: An improved wrapper for planar articles that are to be stacked in a dispenser and manually engaged by a tab. Several embodiments of wrappers are discussed, each having an integral tab cut from a panel of the wrapper and extended from the wrapper. In one form, alternating wrapper tabs are of alternating positions so as to reduce the possibility of one wrapper inadvertently pulling and adjacent, superimposed wrapper with it when the tab of the lower wrapper is pulled, to dispense an article from the dispenser.