Collapsible Liner Or Wall Patents (Class 215/11.3)
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Patent number: 7819263Abstract: A collapsible baby bottle for reducing air-intake during feeding operations includes a body formed from disposable material, a plurality of linear ridges concentrically spanning across a non-uniform circumference thereof, and a coupling threadably attached directly to a top opening of the body. The apparatus further includes a nipple removably attached directly to the coupling, a cap removably affixed directly to the coupling for protecting the nipple from undesirable foreign debris and fluids, and a mechanism for preventing formation of powder formula lumps when mixing the powder formula and water within the body so that a homogenous mixture of the powder formula and the water is obtained. The apparatus further includes a strap tethered directly to the coupling and spaced from the body and the nipple respectively, and a barcode removably affixed directly to a bottom surface of the body for identifying nutritional information about the powder formula.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2008Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Inventor: Francesca DiCarlo-Nelson
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Publication number: 20100258519Abstract: The present invention is an infant feeding pouch that is a transparent low-density polyethylene or polypropylene bag. The pouch has two sections, and a middle section. The middle section of the pouch is collapsible. The middle oval section is able to contain 8 to 9 ounces of fluid. As the fluid enters the middle section it enlarges. As the fluid exits the pouch it collapses. The middle section of the feeder has an opening; it is here were the fluid is deposited. The opening is located in the center of the middle section at the bottom. The middle section has a non-removable threaded fitting welded onto the pouch enabling the toppro to be attached. The toppro is a bottle cap with screwable threads in the interior.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2010Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventor: Qwentella Shawnell Shelby
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Patent number: 7802691Abstract: The bottle has accordion-like collapsible bellows ridges (1) with upper and lower arched shape surfaces (1?,1?), always only one of the surfaces (1?,1?) is provided with a system of ridge embossed or stamped stiffenings (2) without horizontal continuity. System of vertical stamped stiffenings (3) is present as well, creating recesses (4) of the bellows ridges (1) with angle greater than 90°, having arched shape haunches (5) at the top and bottom. Stacking depression (6) is created in the bottom of the bottle, the bottle is preferably provided with removable label leaving no residue and it has completely detachable cap (7).Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2004Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Inventor: Oto Mu{hacek over (s)}álek
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Patent number: 7770762Abstract: This invention is a collapsible flexible pouch that fits into a rigid bottle that is connected to a pump such that the pouch collapses while the bottle remains rigid as the contents of the pouch are pumped out. The pouch has a rigid upper part that serves as a seat for the collapsing pouch, the pouch also having one and only one contraction forming an annular concertina that seats on the upper rigid part of the collapsible pouch which collectively prevents blocking and clogging of the exit opening very effectively. An air inlet is provided in the rigid bottle to prevent a vacuum from forming around the collapsing pouch as its contents are dispensed.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2005Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: LablaboInventors: Laurent Arghyris, Patrice Puviland, Jean-Philippe Taberlet
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Publication number: 20100193460Abstract: A nursing bottle assembly includes a rigid outer casing, a flexible inner liner and a teat arrangement. The teat arrangement attaches to the outer casing and secures the inner liner in position within the outer casing. The flexible inner liner includes a container in the form of a bellows such that it expands and collapses in a predictable linear manner along its longitudinal axis. Preferably, the inner liner is moulded from a food-grade silicone or thermoplastic elastomer and includes a substantially cylindrical container formed with at least one projecting rib or groove about which the liner folds to enable it to expand and collapse in a predictable linear manner along its longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2008Publication date: August 5, 2010Applicant: BABISIL PRODUCTS (UK) CO., LTD.Inventors: Matthew Gary Driver, Thomas Robert Etienne Pellereau, Raymond Liu Hon Wai, Sher Hing Sum
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Publication number: 20100133222Abstract: A method of filling a baby bottle is provided which comprises providing a baby bottle containing a hermetically sealed bottle liner, which contains a measured amount of powdered infant formula. The bottle liner comprises a lip retainer for preventing the bottle liner from falling into the bottle. The hermetic seal on the bottle liner may be opened. The method includes disposing filtered, heated water into the liner to mix with the powdered infant formula. A cap and nipple assembly is applied to the bottle.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2008Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: IDEAZ, LLCInventor: David Mathieu
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Publication number: 20100072161Abstract: A single-use, disposable device for feeding breast milk and similar nutritionals to infants and babies includes a pre-sterilized, semi rigid, flexible storage bag having a sealable end and a barbed fitment plugged with a removable ring pin that allows a temporary seal until the bag is ready to be used for infant feeding. The ring is pulled to remove the pin from the barbed fitment, allowing a feeding nipple device to be attached so the infant can draw breast milk directly from the feeding nipple device connected to the semi rigid, flexible storage bag containing the breast milk.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2009Publication date: March 25, 2010Inventor: Gregory R. Viggiano
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Patent number: 7669725Abstract: A bottle assembly is provided. The bottle has inner and outer bodies that are selectively engageable and form a space therebetween for insulation by air. The inner and outer bottles can be selectively secured by a deformable collar. The bottle assembly may have a vented nipple that promotes latch-on to an areola region of the nipple.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2004Date of Patent: March 2, 2010Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Ross Steven Randolph, Paul Bertram
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Patent number: 7651005Abstract: The present invention provides a disposable educational drinking device for learning such things as the letters of the alphabet or numbers or geometric shapes. The disposable drinking device can be converted to a reusable drinking device. The disposable drinking device also has a mechanical mean to center drinking spout between handles.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2007Date of Patent: January 26, 2010Assignee: 2N CorporationInventors: William Hung Nguyen, Dien Dong Bui, Davis Dang Hoang Nhan, Peiguang Zhou
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Publication number: 20090261054Abstract: The present invention is an infant feeding pouch that is a transparent low-density polyethylene or polypropylene bag. The pouch has two sections, a middle section and two side wings. The middle section of the pouch is collapsible. The wings are sealed close and do not contain any fluid. The entire device is disposable. The middle oval section is able to contain 8 to 9 ounces of fluid. As the fluid enters the middle section it enlarges. As the fluid exits the pouch it collapses. The middle section of the feeder has an opening; it is here were the fluid is deposited. The opening is located in the center of the middle section at the bottom. The middle section has a non-removable threaded fitting welded onto the pouch enabling the toppro to be attached. The toppro is a bottle cap with screwable threads in the interior.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2008Publication date: October 22, 2009Inventor: Qwentella Shawnell Shelby
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Publication number: 20090120895Abstract: The present invention includes a baby bottle liner constructed and arranged to fit into a cavity of a baby bottle. The baby bottle liner includes a continuous, profiled, elongated reclosable fastener. The continuous, profiled, elongated reclosable fastener has a first continuous elongated profile strip and a second continuous elongated profile strip. The first continuous elongated profile strip and the second continuous elongated profile strip are dimensioned to provide an airtight and/or watertight seal upon interconnection thereof. The baby bottle liner further comprises an airtight and watertight side seal at each end of the reclosable fastener. Each side seal connects an end of the reclosable fastener to an inside surface of a front wall and an inside surface of a back wall of the liner. The invention also provides a baby bottle with a baby bottle liner and a kit for infant nursing that has a plurality of baby bottle liners.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2008Publication date: May 14, 2009Applicant: COM-PAC INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventor: Gregory S. Sprehe
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Patent number: 7506754Abstract: The present invention is directed to a contemporary beverage dispenser, especially suited as a baby bottle, comprising a solid connector that has an upper portion and a lower portion and a plastic bag connected to the lower portion. The uniqueness of the combination of the connector and bag is that the connector is designed to fit on the lip of a conventional baby bottle with the bag in the bottle or is used without a bottle. When used without a bottle, a compression ring is used to connect a head, such as a nipple, to the beverage dispenser of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2005Date of Patent: March 24, 2009Assignee: Simple Innovations, L.L.C.Inventors: Eugenio Segovia, Jr., Kurt S. Myers
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Publication number: 20080302751Abstract: The present invention is directed to a unique solid fitment that has a washer/flange that defines its largest diameter, an upper portion of a cylinder structure with a thread on the outside of the cylinder, and a lower portion that provides a sealing neck for a flexible bag. The flex-bag has two compartments. An opening extends throughout the fitment. The upper portion or cylinder structure has a heat seal with a tab to contain the material in the flex-bag. The upper portion is adapted to receive a standard nipple which is held to the cylinder by a compression ring cap.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2007Publication date: December 11, 2008Inventor: Eugenio Segovia, JR.
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Publication number: 20080142467Abstract: A preformed liner that expands when filled is provided. In one embodiment, the preformed liner includes a central section having a plurality of flutes that allow the liner to expand. In other embodiments, the preformed liner includes at least a central section that is made of an expandable or stretchable elastomeric material. In still other embodiments, the preformed liner includes a central section having a plurality of flutes and is made of an expandable or stretchable elastomeric material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2006Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventors: Gavin Giles, David Conant
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Publication number: 20080041807Abstract: A liquid carrying liner which is directly contacted and wetted with a liquid, and a nipple are made disposable. In a liner holder formed of a hard synthetic resin into a cylindrical shape of a predetermined length, there is so inserted and set a liquid carrying liner, which is formed of a thin and soft synthetic resin into a tube shape longer than the liner holder and which is integrated at its upper end portion with a root portion of a nipple, as is positioned and retained without any play. The liner is folded at its folding skirt hanging out by a predetermined length from a lower end portion of the holder, so that the liner is clamped and fixed in a sealed state between the holder and a bottom cap made of a hard synthetic resin and removably fitted on the holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2006Publication date: February 21, 2008Inventor: Mirei Tominaga
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Patent number: 7303086Abstract: The present invention provides infant and toddler feeding and liquid food storing systems. Disposable containers and infant feeding assemblies are provided for preparing, storing, and serving a liquid food or other beverage to children or other subjects having special needs. The assembly can comprise a holder, a disposable container that fits into the holder, and a means for delivering the food to the subject, e.g., using a nipple or drinking spout.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2005Date of Patent: December 4, 2007Assignee: ZNN Technologies, LLCInventors: Davis Dang Hoang Nhan, William Hung Nguyen
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Patent number: 7287657Abstract: A baby bottle includes a bottle housing having an open end thereof for receiving a liquid therein. A nipple assembly is included having a securing collar, a stationary insert, and a nipple attached thereto for positioning at the open end of the bottle housing. The bottle further includes a cap having means for compressing the nipple positioned. The compressing means is positioned on an inner surface thereof. Upon a downward force being applied to the cap, a stationary insert holds the nipple upright. A compression cap presses down on the top and base of the nipple forming a triple airtight seal at the top, middle and base of the nipple for preserving the liquid in the bottle housing.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2005Date of Patent: October 30, 2007Inventor: Ernest L Rodriguez
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Patent number: 7219811Abstract: A baby feeding bottle includes a dispenser body having an upper opening and a hollow interior. A flexible fluid container is supported by the dispenser body. An elongated flow tube has a first end disposed adjacent to the upper opening of the dispenser body and a second end disposed within the flexible fluid container. The flow tube facilitates passage of fluid within the fluid container and to the upper opening of the dispenser body.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2003Date of Patent: May 22, 2007Inventor: Carl Cheung Tung Kong
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Patent number: 7175050Abstract: A fluid dispenser having a substantially rigid shell (1) provided with an opening (14), a flexible pouch (23) fixed to a pouch support (2) forming a fixing bushing (22) defining an outlet passageway (24) for the fluid, and a dispensing member (3) such as a pump for extracting the fluid from the flexible pouch through the outlet passageway of the pouch support; and wherein the fixing bushing (22) of the flexible support (2) is fixed in the opening (14) of the shell (1).Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2000Date of Patent: February 13, 2007Assignee: AirlessystemsInventors: Laurent DeCottignies, Isabelle Binois
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Patent number: 7073674Abstract: There is provided a nurser liner having a closure member for selectively sealing the liner. The nurser liner limits the transmission of oxygen and/or UV rays into the inner volume of the liner.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2003Date of Patent: July 11, 2006Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Rosemary F. Knuth, John Rousso, Henry Kalinoski, Paul Siracusa
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Patent number: 7036975Abstract: There is provided an infant feeding bottle system having an agitator for mixing a powder substance with a liquid in a non-rigid disposable liner. The bottle system permits a user to mix powdered formula directly inside a non-rigid liner. The bottle system enhances the mixing effect, resulting in improved solubility, and provides for a self-contained uninterrupted mixing and feeding process.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2003Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles J. Renz
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Patent number: 7012541Abstract: The present invention offers a baby bottle combined with a musical teddy bear. The item comprises two elements: a baby bottle and a holder. The holder includes two parts: a toy—a stuffed teddy bear and a plastic ring on the top of the head of the teddy bear. Teddy bear would play music and flash eyes while being held in a drinking position. Inside a teddy bear there is installed a totally new kind of device for playing music and flashing eyes. This item can solve many problems aroused during the process of feeding a child and can improve comfort in a child and caregiver's daily life.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2002Date of Patent: March 14, 2006Inventor: Meir Ibguy
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Patent number: 7004339Abstract: A breast milk feeding and storage system is provided. The system has a liner having an open end, a holder having an open end, and an adapter system. The liner open end and the adapter system are engageable with the holder open end to allow a user to selectively insert breast milk into the liner, feed the breast milk from the liner or store the breast milk in the liner.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2003Date of Patent: February 28, 2006Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles John Renz
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Patent number: 6991121Abstract: An infant feeding pouch is provided which has collapsible walls mounted to a structural supporting fitment. A nipple for feeding an infant may be attached to the fitment.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2003Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb CompanyInventors: Stuart R. Kipperman, Hagins Fugate, George Nukuto
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Patent number: 6959826Abstract: There is provided a nurser liner having a closure member for selectively sealing the liner. The closure member has a size and shape that facilitates engagement with the open upper end of a holder.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2003Date of Patent: November 1, 2005Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Rosemary F Knuth, John Rousso
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Patent number: 6945394Abstract: The present invention is directed to a a connector having a neck member that is connected to a beverage bag. The connector may have a variety of caps for dispensing the beverage. More specifically, the present invention is directed to a disposable/recyclable baby bottle. The bag in this embodiment holds water in one compartment and baby formula in a second compartment.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2003Date of Patent: September 20, 2005Inventors: Eugenio Segovia, Jr., Kurt S. Myers
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Patent number: 6920991Abstract: A multi-chambered container assembly including a two-piece adapter having a base and a hollow member that cooperate to open and close a passage between a first chamber provided by a bottle and a second chamber formed in the hollow member. The base defines a first opening and has a substantially semi-spherical concave wall surrounding the first opening, and the hollow member includes a substantially semi-spherical convex wall that pivotably (slidably) fits within the concave wall of the base. The hollow member is snap-coupled to the base using a pair of pins and a pair of cam grooves that facilitate movement of the hollow member between a closed (first) position and an open (second) position. The base can be integrally formed onto the bottle to provide a two-piece multi-chambered container.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2003Date of Patent: July 26, 2005Assignee: Insta-Mix, Inc.Inventor: James W. Holley, Jr.
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Patent number: 6910594Abstract: A method of and apparatus for nursing in which a container is filled with milk. The container has flexible membrane forming a pouch for holding the milk. A rim defines a stable opening of the pouch, and a lid is secured to the rim to cover the opening. The container is inserted into a nursing device and the lid is opened to expose the milk. A nursing nipple is secured to the nursing device with the container disposed therein.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2002Date of Patent: June 28, 2005Assignee: The First Years Inc.Inventors: Richard M. Foley, James J. Britto, Ryan Shafer
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Patent number: 6910595Abstract: A holder assembly for use with a flexible liner is provided having a holder with a longitudinal slot and a plunger. The plunger has a disk and a positioner joined to the disk. The positioner engages the longitudinal slot to mount the disk slidably in the holder. The plunger is readily adapted for assembly and disassembly with the holder.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2003Date of Patent: June 28, 2005Assignee: Playtex Products Inc.Inventor: Charles J. Renz
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Patent number: 6899239Abstract: A baby bottle liner having a containment body including an inner surface, an outer surface, a first open end, a second sealed end, a first sealed side extending between the first open end and the second closed end, and a second sealed side extending between the first open end and the second sealed end on a side opposite the first sealed side thereby forming a cavity. An interlocking seal is positioned adjacent the first open side operable between a first position sealing the cavity and a second position providing access to the cavity. A pair of tabs extend from the first open side of the containment body. Each of the tabs has an aperture extending there through. When the seal is in the first position an airtight container is formed preventing air from affecting liquid contained within the cavity. A perforation extending along a length of the containment body allows one to selectively separate the tabs from the containment body.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2003Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Inventor: Janice Gray
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Patent number: 6884229Abstract: A method of collecting, storing and feeding breast milk is provided. The method includes engaging an adapter system with a liner or other container to selectively insert breast milk into the liner, feed the breast milk from the liner or store the breast milk in the liner.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2003Date of Patent: April 26, 2005Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles John Renz
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Publication number: 20040217080Abstract: A holder assembly for use with a flexible liner is provided having a holder with a longitudinal slot and a plunger. The plunger has a disk and a positioner joined to the disk. The positioner engages the longitudinal slot to mount the disk slidably in the holder. The plunger is readily adapted for assembly and disassembly with the holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2003Publication date: November 4, 2004Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles J. Renz
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Publication number: 20040188371Abstract: A multi-chambered container assembly including a two-piece adapter having a base and a hollow member that cooperate to open and close a passage between a first chamber provided by a bottle and a second chamber formed in the hollow member. The base defines a first opening and has a substantially semi-spherical concave wall surrounding the first opening, and the hollow member includes a substantially semi-spherical convex wall that pivotably (slidably) fits within the concave wall of the base. The hollow member is snap-coupled to the base using a pair of pins and a pair of cam grooves that facilitate movement of the hollow member between a closed (first) position and an open (second) position. The base can be integrally formed onto the bottle to provide a two-piece multi-chambered container.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2003Publication date: September 30, 2004Applicants: Insta-mix, Inc., Subsidiary A (DBA Umix, Inc.)Inventor: James W. Holley
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Publication number: 20040094498Abstract: A method of and apparatus for nursing in which a container is filled with milk. The container has flexible membrane forming a pouch for holding the milk. A rim defines a stable opening of the pouch, and a lid is secured to the rim to cover the opening. The container is inserted into a nursing device and the lid is opened to expose the milk. A nursing nipple is secured to the nursing device with the container disposed therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2002Publication date: May 20, 2004Inventors: Richard M. Foley, James J. Britto, Ryan Shafer
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Patent number: 6737091Abstract: A disposable baby bottle device for providing pre-packaged liquids for babies. The disposable baby bottle device includes a container having a side wall, an open top, and a plurality of holes being spacedly disposed through the side wall, and also having a lip being disposed along a top edge thereof; and also includes an inner liner being disposed in the container and being leak-proof and sterilized; and further includes a nipple being securely disposed over the open top of the container; and further includes a protective cover being sealingly and removably disposed over the nipple; and also includes a protective cap being removably disposed over the protective cover; and also includes a seal being removably fastened about the protective cap and a portion of the container; and further includes liquids being disposed in the inner liner in the container.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2002Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Inventor: Corwin P. Littell, II
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Patent number: 6732872Abstract: A new baby nurser with plunger device for evenly expelling excess air for a nurser-style bottle. The inventive device includes a plunger portion that includes a circular base. The plunger portion includes a post extending upwardly from the circular base. The post has a flat upper free end. The post is dimensioned for being received within an open lower end of a shell of a baby nurser. A rubber dome is positioned within the open lower end of the shell below a liner therein. The rubber dome has an open lower end for receiving the flat upper free end of the post therein whereby pressure from the plunger portion will force the rubber dome upwardly within the shell thereby urging excess air within the liner to be expelled outwardly through a nipple of the baby nurser.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2002Date of Patent: May 11, 2004Inventors: James H. Gregro, Wendy S. Gregro
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Publication number: 20040055989Abstract: A sipping cup for toddlers and others includes a reusable cup portion and securing ring and a disposable top portion and liquid holding bag. The liquid holding bag is inserted into the reusable cup portion, a desired liquid placed in the bag, a disposable top portion is placed over the liquid filled bag, and a reusable top portion is then placed on top and screwed down onto the reusable cup portion. After use, the disposable top portion and liquid holding bag may be discarded while retaining the reusable cup portion and securing ring for future reuse.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2002Publication date: March 25, 2004Inventors: Nora L. Harper, Halestine Jones
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Publication number: 20040055988Abstract: A breast milk feeding and storage system is provided. The system has a liner having an open end, a holder having an open end, and an adapter system. The liner open end and the adapter system are engageable with the holder open end to allow a user to selectively insert breast milk into the liner, feed the breast milk from the liner or store the breast milk in the liner.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2003Publication date: March 25, 2004Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles John Renz
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Publication number: 20040045841Abstract: The present invention is directed to a a connector having a neck member that is connected to a beverage bag. The connector may have a variety of caps for dispensing the beverage. More specifically, the present invention is directed to a disposable/recyclable baby bottle. The bag in this embodiment holds water in one compartment and baby formula in a second compartment.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventors: Eugenio Segovia, Kurt S. Myers
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Publication number: 20040013030Abstract: There is provided an infant feeding bottle system having an agitator for mixing a powder substance with a liquid in a non-rigid disposable liner. The bottle system permits a user to mix powdered formula directly inside a non-rigid liner. The bottle system enhances the mixing effect, resulting in improved solubility, and provides for a self-contained uninterrupted mixing and feeding process.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2003Publication date: January 22, 2004Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles J. Renz
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Patent number: 6670007Abstract: A multilayer container for dispensing product that includes a relatively rigid outer body and a relatively flexible inner liner for holding product to be dispensed. The relatively rigid outer body includes, and preferably consists essentially of, an outer layer of virgin polyethylene such as HDPE, and an inner thicker layer that includes polyethylene regrind. The relatively flexible inner liner includes, and preferably consists essentially of, an outer delamination layer adjacent to the inner layer of the body and composed of nylon, nylon blends or EVOH, an inner layer of polyethylene such as LLDPE, and an adhesive securing the inner and outer layers of the liner. The relatively thin outer HDPE layer on the plastic body provides desired appearance, while the thicker inner layer provides structural rigidity using reground plastics.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 1999Date of Patent: December 30, 2003Assignee: Owens-Brockway Plastic Products Inc.Inventors: John W. Safian, Joseph E. Olsavsky
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Patent number: 6669064Abstract: A bonding nurser that can be used to closely approximate breast feeding mechanically and psychologically comprises a feeding container that simulates a breast in fluid delivery, shape, texture, feel, and ease of infant suckling releasibly attached to a sling so that the container is positioned on the breast area of the adult feeding the baby, and the adult's hands are free for cuddling the baby during feeding. The feeding container is a breast-shaped flexible housing that holds a collapsible bag which delivers milk or other fluids through a nipple protruding through the apex of the housing and is filled through a screw cap opening at the base opposite the apex and secured in the housing by retaining straps surfaced with Velcro™. When the container is assembled, i.e., a bag is positioned in the housing, the straps present a loop interface that mechanically couples the base of the container to a correspondingly sized hook-surfaced area on a shoulder strap (or a hand strap).Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2002Date of Patent: December 30, 2003Inventor: Nicholas V. Perricone
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Publication number: 20030234235Abstract: A breast milk feeding and storage system is provided. The system has a liner having an open end, a holder having an open end, and an adapter system. The liner open end and the adapter system are engageable with the holder open end to allow a user to selectively insert breast milk into the liner, feed the breast milk from the liner or store the breast milk in the liner.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2003Publication date: December 25, 2003Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles John Renz
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Patent number: 6662964Abstract: A synthetic resin liquid container for containing drinking water, juice, milk and other liquids is provided. The synthetic resin liquid container has a body that can substantially reduce its volume when a vertical and/or twisting stress is applied to the body, and a form-retaining means to be used after compression of the container body for keeping it compressed.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: December 16, 2003Assignee: Gohsho Company, Ltd.Inventor: Mitsuo Higuchi
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Patent number: 6651845Abstract: A container system for dispensing flowable materials includes a prefilled, disposable bag, a reusable outer support and a reusable cap. The bag fits into the outer support and has a flat top with a collar that is held between the cap and outer support. The cap includes a tube for dispensing the material. The tube punctures the top of the bag when the cap is assembled to the outer support.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2002Date of Patent: November 25, 2003Inventor: Charles W. Schroeder
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Patent number: 6616319Abstract: There is provided an infant feeding bottle system having an agitator for mixing a powder substance with a liquid in a non-rigid disposable liner. The bottle system permits a user to mix powdered formula directly inside a non-rigid liner. The bottle system enhances the mixing effect, resulting in improved solubility, and provides for a self-contained uninterrupted mixing and feeding process.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2002Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles J. Renz
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Patent number: 6616000Abstract: A breast milk feeding and storage system is provided. The system has a liner having an open end, a holder having an open end, and an adapter system. The liner open end and the adapter system are engageable with the holder open end to allow a user to selectively insert breast milk into the liner, feed the breast milk from the liner or store the breast milk in the liner.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2002Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventor: Charles John Renz
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Patent number: 6612428Abstract: The present invention is directed to a dispenser having a plastic bag with two compartments, one containing liquid and the other solid, and a connector having a neck member that holds the bag. The bag has a sealed seam which is easily rupturable separating said compartments. The connector may have a variety of caps for dispensing the mixed liquid and solid. More specifically, the present invention is directed to a disposable/recyclable baby bottle. The bag in this embodiment holds water in one compartment and baby formula in a second compartment.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2001Date of Patent: September 2, 2003Inventors: Eugenio Segovia, Jr., Kurt S. Myers
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Publication number: 20030150890Abstract: A bonding nurser that can be used to closely approximate breast feeding mechanically and psychologically comprises a feeding container that simulates a breast in fluid delivery, shape, texture, feel, and ease of infant suckling releasibly attached to a sling so that the container is positioned on the breast area of the adult feeding the baby, and the adult's hands are free for cuddling the baby during feeding. The feeding container is a breast-shaped flexible housing that holds a collapsible bag which delivers milk or other fluids through a nipple protruding through the apex of the housing and is filled through a screw cap opening at the base opposite the apex and secured in the housing by retaining straps surfaced with Velcro™. When the container is assembled, i.e., a bag is positioned in the housing, the straps present a loop interface that mechanically couples the base of the container to a correspondingly sized hook-surfaced area on a shoulder strap (or a hand strap).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2002Publication date: August 14, 2003Inventor: Nicholas V. Perricone
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Patent number: 6601720Abstract: The invention is an improved nursing bottle, providing a new valve within its bottom structure. A flexible disk is disposed within the bottom end cap of the nursing bottle, clamped at its periphery to the periphery of the base when the bottle is assembled. The disk has a ring of slits near its periphery which are closed when pressure inside the bottle equals ambient pressure. The slits are further sealed by contact with the base. Holes, which are sealed closed by contact with the disk, are provided in the base within a central portion which does not contact the slits in the disk. When pressure within the bottle drops, the disk bows upwardly in its center, opening the valve and allowing air to enter the bottle. When pressure within the bottle increases, the valve again closes.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2002Date of Patent: August 5, 2003Assignee: Gerber Products CompanyInventors: Brenda J. Meyers, David C. Brown, Mark P. Slaven