Abstract: A package for containing hygienic articles. The package has a dispensing aperture covered by a refastenably closable flap. The flap overlaps the dispensing aperture, to minimize external contamination. The aperture is made by a cut-out, leaving an opening in the material used to form the package. A separate retaining band is added to decrease the size of the opening so that the desired overlap can be maintained independent of the cut-out used to form the opening or the flap. The package is intact as presented to the user, and may completely enclose the hygienic articles after the first use of a hygienic article.

Abstract: A portable stain removal kit containing single use packets of various spotting agents and a stain guide directing use of the various spotting agents to effectively and professionally remove any type of known or unknown stain. The spotting agents include wet side spotting agents and a dry side spotting agent. Rinse solutions are provided to remove the wet side spotting agents. Non-woven, embossed, synthetic webs are impregnated with the various solutions and sealed within vapor-impervious packets. The stain guide features one side with stains removable by a single spotting agent and a second side with combination stains removable by two or more recommended spotting agents.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a facial tissue dispensing system which is a portable, flexible pack for dispensing large tissues. The portable, flexible pack container is thin yet contains regular-sized or large-sized tissues for cleaning in the alternative to paper towels or rags. Before being placed into the container, each of the tissues is first reversibly folded three times onto itself to decrease the size of the tissue in first or lateral dimension and is second reversibly folded onto itself at least one time to decrease the size of the tissue in a second or longitudinal dimension, which is generally perpendicular to the first dimension. The tissues are folded such that they unfold as they pass through the tissue dispensing opening of the container. The tissue dispensing opening may be covered by a resealable closure flap. In this manner, tissues are kept from the environment to keep them clean and dry.

Abstract: A towelette product is provided usable for cleansing/make-up removal which includes a stack of folded flexible towelettes impregnated with a fluid composition, a pouch for storing the stack of towelettes and an outer container surrounding the pouch and having walls more rigid than the flexible sheet forming the pouch. A dispensing aperture is formed in a deck panel of the pouch. A seal is adhesively arranged over the dispensing aperture to minimize fluid evaporation and control foreign objects from contaminating the towelettes. The outer container is defined by top, bottom, front, rear and side walls, the top wall having an opening with left and right flanking panels, the opening of the container and dispensing aperture of the pouch being aligned to allow towelette removal. A lid is hingedly attached to the outer container which in a closed position overlies the opening and at least a portion of the flanking panels.

Abstract: A prepackaged disposable towelette and saline solution each separably held within separate sealed chambers or compartments of a disposable sealed package. The towelette is presaturated with a neutralizing solution so that, as finger residue is rubbed off and absorbed into the fabric of the towelette, the finger skin pH is also substantially neutralized which minimizes eye irritation each time a contact lens user reinstalls each contact lens. The saline solution rewets each contact lens before contact lens installation to further reduce eye irritation.

Abstract: Methods, compositions and a kit for deactivating spills or leaks of HIV infected blood or anticancer drugs by applying to the leak or spill an aqueous solution containing calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite as the active ingredient. In order to thicken the aqueous solution and thus keep it from spreading beyond its intended area of application, the solution of calcium hypochlorite contains methylcellulose. In addition to chemically deactivating the active anticancer drug, the solution of the invention also effectively decolorizes it, thus preventing permanent stains on any surface or fabric with which the anticancer drug comes into contact.

Abstract: A plurality of wipe-containing moisture-resistant flapped envelopes are interconnected end-to-end to form a train of envelopes stored in roll form and containing wipes or towelettes treated with cleanser or other skin-treating agent. Each flap is held closed in the roll until the flap's associated envelope is unrolled from the end of the roll, whereupon the flap falls open and the envelope's contents may be easily removed without any need for peeling or unzipping the flap.

Abstract: A liner dispenser for a waste container having a waste container floor and a waste container side wall with an upper rim, for removably securing to the waste container floor, includes a cylindrical and substantially rigid dispenser shell having a shell side wall, a shell top wall with a liner dispensing opening and a shell bottom wall which forms a lower corner with the shell side wall, and which is bowed outwardly to present a convex surface to abut the waste container floor and elevate the lower corner for ease of grasping with user finger tips during dispenser removal, and a device for removably securing the shell bottom wall to the waste container floor. The liner dispenser preferably additionally includes several interconnected waste container liners enclosed within the dispenser shell, each liner having a liner closed end and a liner open end.

Abstract: A paint and stain remover article comprises a substrate capable of absorbing and retaining a fluid with two opposed surfaces wherein at least one surface is abrasive, and a nonabrasive liquid formulation for removing paint, stains and other marks absorbed in the substrate, the liquid formulation comprising an aliphatic solvent, a terpene, a glycol ether or dibasic ester, and a ketone or acetate, whereby initial removal action is achieved by the liquid formulation, and final removal action is achieved by the abrasive surface of the substrate and by the absorption of the dissolved marking residue into the substrate. The substrate can comprise a cloth-like towel. A plurality of such towels is provided in a continuous rolled cylinder which is a selectively sealable, essentially airtight container. An opening in the lid of the container allows the user to remove individual towels which contain the appropriate amount of liquid formulation thereon.

Abstract: A resealable pack having a body portion formed substantially of flexible sheet material and defining an article-receiving cavity. The body portion comprises a first end defined by an end wall and tapers to a second end spaced apart from the first end. The body portion also comprises a face in which is defined a dispensing opening. A resealable sealing member is secured to the body portion and, in a closed position, covers the opening in sealing contact with the body portion around the periphery of the opening. A plurality of sheet-form articles is disposed within the cavity in the form of a flattened roll, with one end of the roll being capable of extending through the opening.

Abstract: A fragranced towelette, comprising a package, defining an internal cavity, and a napkin that is located within the cavity. The napkin is impregnated with a fragranced composition, and is folded into a compact form before being sealed within the package. Just prior to use, the napkin is removed from the package and is unfolded flat. The napkin is then rubbed upon the skin to impart the fragranced composition thereupon.

Abstract: A patient bathing system in the form of a sealed, flexible, hollow outer package having an inner insulating layer lining the package and forming an inner cavity. The layer is shaped by slits for forming the inner cavity. A series of impregnated washcloths are disposed within the cavity for dispensing through an elongated dispensing slit in the outer package. The package and the insulating layer are preferably microwave transparent while the impregnated washcloths absorb microwave energy so that the contents of the package can be warmed while heat is retained by the insulating layer.

Abstract: A package which provides the user with a disposable bib. The package is especially suited for transportation as it is hand-held and preferably sized to fit into an automobile's glove-box. In some embodiments of the invention, multiple bibs are dispensed from the package in a pop-up type of arrangement. In other embodiments of the invention, a cleansing wipe/sheet is provided with each bib so that the user is able to cleanse themselves (or if the bib is used on an infant, the user is able to cleanse the infant). A further feature, one embodiment of the invention provides a garbage bag so that debris generated during the meal is collected for disposal.

Abstract: A compact material storage and dispensing unit for separately storing and dispensing small volumes of substances such as fragrances, creams and lotions. The unit comprises a circular plate which is divided into a plurality of storage cells, each storage cell substantially wedge shaped. The storage cells are disposed around a common center, and each storage cell is bounded by two radial lines which pass through the common center. Each storage cell further comprises a top ply, a bottom ply and impregnated packing sandwiched between the top and bottom ply. The impregnated packing is to be saturated with lotion, fragrance, ointment or any other desired substance. Perforations are formed into the radial lines which bound the storage cells, so that each storage cell may be easily separated from the adjacent storage cell and removed.

Abstract: Methods, compositions and a kit for deactivating spills or leaks of HIV infected blood or anticancer drugs by applying to the leak or spill an aqueous solution containing calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite as the active ingredient. In order to thicken the aqueous solution and thus keep it from spreading beyond its intended area of application, the solution of calcium hypochlorite contains methylcellulose. In addition to chemically deactivating the active anticancer drug, the solution of the invention also effectively decolorizes it, thus preventing permanent stains on any surface or fabric with which the anticancer drug comes into contact.

Abstract: A medical clean up kit made up of a container with multiple compartments for storing the clean up material. A first compartment dispensively houses a supply of moistened towelettes saturated with anti-pathogenic agents for destroying various viruses and bacteria. A second compartment dispensively houses a supply of dry towelettes. Various lids and closures are disclosed for sealing the compartments, and preventing the accidental spillage of anti-pathogenic agents which might precipitate from the moist towelettes.

Abstract: A kit containing a washing cleaner liquid and one or more paper towels can be used for cleaning an automotive windshield in situations where cleaning materials may not be readily available. The cleaning liquid is contained within a sealed pocket structure that includes a porous wall. Hand movement of the kit package across the windshield, or other surface to be cleaned, causes the liquid cleaner to flow through the porous wall and distributed over the work surface. The paper towel can be removed from the kit package for removing the emulsified dirt and wiping the surface to a clean dry condition.

Abstract: The walls of a receptacle for storing a plurality of tangentally adjacent toilet paper rolls have a smaller cross sectional width between the rolls than the average diameter of the rolls.

Abstract: A resealable package having a label applied over an opening into the package. The label has a pressure-sensitive adhesive, and is repeatably peelable from the package body and reappliable thereto. Full peeling of the label from the body is inhibited by a portion of the label co-acting with a portion of the package body. In one form of the invention, the label has cuts on opposite sides with an uncut portion therebetween, and the inhibiting of peeling is due to puckering of the package and the label when the label is peeled back to the cuts. In a second form of the invention, the package includes tabs or fragments which adhere to the label, with the peeling being inhibited when un-cut portions of the tabs or fragments are reached.

Abstract: A closure assembly for attachment to the lid of a container for the storage and dispensing of towelettes or similar articles is constructed so as to be receivable within a preformed keyhole-shaped opening in the container lid. The assembly includes a body with a main radially extending flange larger than the opening in the lid. The lower portion of the body carries radially extending locking tabs which are dimensioned to fit through the lid opening and, upon the closure being turned, to engage the lower surface of the lid in opposed relationship with the flange which engages the upper surface. Antirotation tabs also extend radially of the lower portion of the body and again, upon rotation, engages the edges of the lid opening to thus secure the closure on the lid. A cap is also provided to releasably engage the upper portion of the closure body to provide a substantially airtight seal for the container.

Abstract: A packet for wet tissue, has a packet containing wet tissues, and a lid unit having a sliding lid for covering and uncovering a tissue dispensing opening. The lid unit is fitted in an opening formed in the pouch and is attached to the periphery of the opening. The lid unit has a base plate provided with the tissue dispensing opening and a lid supporting part formed so as to surround the tissue dispensing opening. The sliding lid is supported horizontally slidably on the lid supporting part to cover and uncover the tissue dispensing opening. The tissue dispensing opening is sealed when the lid is closed.

Abstract: A package for containing hygienic articles. The package has a dispensing aperture covered by a refastenably closable flap. The flap overlaps the dispensing aperture, to minimize external contamination. The aperture is made by a cut-out, leaving an opening in the material used to form the package. A separate retaining band is added to decrease the size of the opening so that the desired overlap can be maintained independent of the cut-out used to form the opening or the flap. The package is intact as presented to the user, and may completely enclose the hygienic articles after the first use of a hygienic article.

Abstract: Contaminants are removed from a surface being prepared to receive a finish coating or a treatment. Solvent is applied manually to the surface with carrier sheets dispensed from reclosable packages where the solvent is contained along with a plurality of quarter-folded carrier sheets formed from non-woven material. The packages can be grounded to reduce the incidence of static electrical build-up.

Abstract: A dispenser for flexible sheets, especially end wrap papers. The dispenser is designed to be worn on the arm of a user or to be strapped to a stand. The dispenser comprises a box for holding a plurality of the sheets. At least one flap is connected to the bottom or at least one of the sides of the box and projects inwardly. Sheets are adapted to be disposed in the box on that side of the at least one flap that faces away from the bottom. Two flaps can also be provided on the top of the box, with each of these flaps extending from an opposite side half way toward the other side. Each of these top flaps opens in an opposite direction. The top flaps define a slot that permits individual sheets to be held between them and to be individually withdrawn from the box.

Abstract: A wiper assembly for use in cleansing a controlled environment. The assembly comprises a generally flat container having therein a plurality of wiper cloths presaturated with a selected cleaning or disinfectant solvent. A top portion of the container defines an opening for wiper cloth removal which may be selectively opened and closed using a flexible adhesive panel. The bottom portion of the container is characterized by a greater rigidity than the rigidity of the top portion. This enhanced rigidity is sufficient to substantially prevent bending of the container during removal of the wiper cloths and closure of the container opening.

Abstract: A unit dose package has two chambers separated by a frangible seal. A liquid or solvent is provided in one of the chambers. An absorptive pad and powder are provided in the other chamber. The liquid and powder are stored separately, to avoid decomposition of the unstable mixture. In use, the first chamber is squeezed or rolled, bursting the seal, and driving the liquid into the second chamber, where it dissolves the powder and is absorbed by the pad. The package is peeled or torn open, and the pad is removed and applied to the skin.

Abstract: A container including a top opening and adaped to contain absorbent paper sheets for household or workshops. The opening is arranged longitudinally from one side to the other of the container and is constituted by an almost rectangular central portion, with curved longer sides and rounded corners. The central portion is connected to rectangular lateral portions having a narrower cross-section than the central portion. End portions are connected to the lateral portions and have a substantially trapezoidal shape in which the longer parallel side is directed toward the edge of the container. The container also includes an intermediate supporting panel that is spaced from the resting base so as to prevent the sheets from getting wet if the container is placed on a wet surface.

Abstract: This invention discloses a cleaning assembly comprising a wet tissue, a liquid impermeable packet containing the wet tissue and a dry liquid absorbent tissue mounted onto the liquid impermeable packet.

Abstract: Contaminants are removed from a surface being prepared to receive a finish coating or a treatment. Solvent is applied manually to the surface with carrier sheets dispensed from reclosable packages where the solvent is contained along with a plurality of quarter-folded carrier sheets formed from non-woven material. The packages can be grounded to reduce the incidence of static electrical build-up.

Abstract: A wet towel container for maintaining a moist towel therein for use during golfing activities, includes an enclosure formed of a sheet of waterproof material. The sheet is generally rectangular in shape and has a first edge opposing a second edge and a third edge opposing a fourth edge. Preferably, the sheet is bent along its midline to form a first side of the enclosure. The sheet is bent along its midline such that a partial length of the first edge overlaps and is attached to another partial length of the first edge so as to form a second side of the enclosure, and that a partial length of the second edge overlaps and is attached to another partial length of the second edge so as to form a third side of the enclosure. The third edge and the fourth edge are adapted to form an opening along the golf wet towel container. The golf wet towel container also includes a connector for attaching the container to a selected object.

Abstract: A packet for wet tissues including a lid structure being easy in opening/closing a wet tissue pick-up port. A wet tissue stacked body formed of a stack of wet tissues each being folded is contained in a bag formed of an air-tight film. A lid unit part including a pick-up port enabling pop-up of a wet tissue and a lid body for opening/closing the pick-up port is mounted on an opening portion provided on the bag. The lid unit part is composed of a base member and the lid body connected to the base member through a hinge, and the lid body is closed by the fitting between a fitting receptive portion provided on the base member and a fitting portion provided on the lid body, to thus seal the pick-up port.

Abstract: A package for stacks of folded paper handkerchiefs is disclosed. Paper handerkchiefs (10) and similar cellulose products are offered in soft packs. An outer wrapper (blank 11) is made of paper or a (plastic) foil. A withdrawal opening (19) in the region of a front wall (12) is substantially smaller in width than the front wall (12). Likewise, a closure flap (23) which covers the withdrawal opening (19) in the closed position is smaller in width than the front wall (12), so that any variations in the measurements of the packages do not lead to undesired package configurations. The closure flap (23) is designed to be a part of an outer tab (28) of an end wall (16) of the pack. This part of the closure flap (23) is firmly connected to folding tabs of the end wall (16) disposed thereunder, so that the withdrawal opening (19) extends only up to a transverse edge (22).

Abstract: The combination of zig zag folded tissue stack has separate portions of the tissue defined by lateral perforations. The tissue is a moisturized tissue and is retained in a special rectangular container with the free end of the tissue fitted through a slit which frictionally retains the tissue unless it is manually moved through the slit. The slit is fashioned in a manner which facilitates tearing of the portions of the tissue along the perforations after it is withdrawn through the slit. A cap for the slit is designed to keep the exposed portion of the tissue moist.

Abstract: A compostable paperboard container and package for liquids is coated with a polymeric material capable of degrading under composting conditions and subsequently in the presence of light to form carbon dioxide, water, and biomass.

Abstract: A container for housing a cylindrical roll of wound material and for facilitating the dispensing of an individual sheet from the roll includes a main body that has a bottom, a front wall, a rear wall, opposing end walls and an open top. The front wall, rear wall, end walls and the bottom define an open space for receiving a cylindrical roll of wound material therein. A lid with an elongated slot formed therethrough is hingedly connected to the rear wall and is adapted to cover the top of the main body. A cover is included that is adapted to cover the lid and the top of the container. The cover is sized to partially frictionally engage the outer surfaces of the front, rear and end walls. The container preferably includes fasteners for securing the bottom of the same to a support structure.

Abstract: A multiple folded paper for continuous disposal comprising a container; a first group of sheets of paper folded rightwardly; and a second group of sheets of paper folded leftwardly; a lower folded-section of each of the first group sheets of paper being interdigitated with an upper folded-section of each of the second group sheets of paper thereunder, thereby forming a multiple folded paper; the multiple folded paper being received in the container such that a leading end of the upper folded-section, which is in a frictional engagement at the interdigitated area with the uppermost folded sheet of paper, is exposed out of the outlet slit by drawing out the upper folded-section of the uppermost folded sheet of paper through an outlet slit formed in the container, thereby facilitating a continuous disposal of the multiple folded paper; wherein a tail end of the lower folded-section of each of the first group sheets of paper folded rightwardly and a tail end of the lower folded-section of each of the second group

Abstract: A combined fluid storage container and applicator device for viscous fluids comprising a sheet-like impermeable material having overlying symmetrical or asymmetrical portions with a fold line and a temporary seal around the remaining periphery of the device forming a cavity for the fluid, a pad within the cavity and adhered to the sheet, and a separation mechanism for simultaneously applying continuous separating force in multiple directions to open the cavity and expose the pad. Methods of using the device are also disclosed.

Abstract: A two-step kit for cleaning an X-ray intensifying screen of a radiological cassette. The kit comprises first and second sealed, air-tight pouches which are fabricated from foil. Disposed within the first pouch is a wet wipe which is formed of a soft, non-abrasive, low particle generating synthetic material which is highly absorbent and pre-saturated with a mild surfactant. Disposed within the second pouch is a dry wipe which is formed of a non-abrasive, low particle generating, non-woven blend of natural and synthetic materials which minimizes streaking and is highly absorbent and resistent to electrostatic charge buildup.

Abstract: A compostable paperboard container and package for liquids which is coated with a material capable of degrading to carbon dioxide, water and biomass under composting conditions.

Abstract: A biodegradable paperboard container having an inner moisture resistant barrier coating for storing moist towels and a method for producing the container and moist towels.

Abstract: A dispenser pouch has outer walls and a divider wall sealed to the outer walls to provide two separate compartments containing product. Each outer wall has a dispensing aperture formed therein communicating with one of the compartments. A closure flap is connected to each of the outer walls and positionable over a dispensing aperture. The invention also encompasses a method for forming the dispensing pouch.

Abstract: A disposable, compactable package for reliably dispensing a stack of sheet products even after the package has been deformed or compacted. The package comprises a top wall and a bottom wall comprised of a resiliently deformable material. The top and bottom walls are spaced from and oriented generally parallel to one another. They are connected to one another about their peripheries by means of a thinner more easily deformable substantially continuous tube or hoop which is also comprised of resiliently deformable material. The substantially continuous tube or hoop, which is preferably integrally formed with either the top wall, defines the side walls of the package.

Abstract: A towel and towel holder combination for outdoor use in sports provides the user with a dry towel in spite of falling rain and water impinging against the holder includes a substantially upright towel holder that is closed at the top and open at the bottom and provides a protected space within for containing a towel to which there is access through the open end, the towel being attached to the holder and contained in the protected space, the holder being made of flexible water repelling material and the towel being water absorbent material on the inside of the holder so that when it is turned inside-out, the towel is exposed for use.

Abstract: The present invention presents improved packages for single-use, disposable folded towels, and more particularly to single- and multi-towel packages which provide for readily grasping a defined portion of the towel upon opening the package and automatic unfolding of the towel upon removal from the package without a separate unfolding step requiring additional consumer action. Single-towel embodiments are disclosed which provide for complete unfolding of the towel by the use of: (a) an opening bearing a particular geometrical relationship to the dimensions of the folded towel; or (b) a flexible bar within the package to provide unfolding of the towel in the longitudinal direction. A multi-towel embodiment which provides for the advantageous dispensing features and convenience of an improved single-towel package while providing the added capability of multi-towel transportation is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention presents improved packages for single-use, disposable folded towels, and more particularly to single- and multi-towel packages which provide for readily grasping a defined portion of the towel upon opening the package and automatic unfolding of the towel upon removal from the package without a separate unfolding step requiring additional consumer action. Single-towel embodiments are disclosed which provide for complete unfolding of the towel by the use of: (a) an opening bearing a particular geometrical relationship to the dimensions of the folded towel; or (b) a flexible bar within the package to provide unfolding of the towel in the longitudinal direction. A multi-towel embodiment which provides for the advantageous dispensing features and convenience of an improved single-towel package while providing the added capability of multi-towel transportation is also disclosed.

Abstract: A dispenser package includes a container having an interior and a dispensing aperture communicating with the interior. A coreless, center-pull roll product is positioned in the interior, the roll product having a central opening and a lead end connected to the innermost convolution. The dispenser package also includes a dispenser nozzle which is maintained in the roll product central opening until dispensing is desired.

Abstract: The invention is a resealable package comprising a liquid and gas impermeable container with a resealable opening and a stack of wetted fibrous absorbent materials and particularly wet fibrous sheet material having interposed between the sheets of wetted absorbent materials at pre-determined intervals a liquid barrier layer. The liquid barrier layer is generally a thin flexible polymeric material which is impervious to the liquid used to wet the absorbent sheet material and is not reactable with the liquid or the absorbent sheet material.

Abstract: The present invention presents improved packages for single-use, disposable folded towels, and more particularly to single- and multi-towel packages which provide for readily grasping a defined portion of the towel upon opening the package and automatic unfolding of the towel upon removal from the package without a separate unfolding step requiring additional consumer action. Single-towel embodiments are disclosed which provide for complete unfolding of the towel by the use of: (a) an opening bearing a particular geometrical relationship to the dimensions of the folded towel; or (b) a flexible bar within the package to provide unfolding of the towel in the longitudinal direction. A multi-towel embodiment which provides for the advantageous dispensing features and convenience of an improved single-towel package while providing the added capability of multi-towel transportation is also disclosed.

Abstract: A sealed envelope contains a moistened pad that functions as a swab. The pad is secured to the envelope by an intermediate seal line. When the top of the envelope is removed, the pad is exposed. Since the pad is still captively held to the remainder of the envelope, the liquid on the pad may be dispensed by holding the clean, dry bottom of the envelope. The pad functions as a swab and the remainder of the envelope functions as the applicator handle and reservoir.

Abstract: A cleaning composition for cleaning the surfaces of edible fresh fruits and vegetables. The composition comprises water and a preservative, and preferably also a co-solvent with a dielectric constant less than that of water, a surfactant, a flavorant, and a buffering agent to maintain the composition's pH within the range of 2 to 9. The invention further comprises a fibrous wiper impregnated with the cleaning composition for wiping the fresh produce, and a dispenser for storing the impregnated fibrous wiper.