Abstract: The present invention provides an assembly for use with spray bottles. Spray bottles include a container with an open end removably sealed by a pump. The pump has a removable dip tube. The assembly has a bottle support including a fastener and a container coupling. The assembly also has a pump extender adapted to be operatively coupled to the pump with its dip tube removed. Moreover, the assembly has an extension conduit in fluid communication with the pump extender. The fastener is adapted to secure the bottle support to the cloths of a user. The container coupling is adapted to be removably sealed to the open end of the container. The container coupling is adapted to operatively couple the dip tube, removed from the pump, with the extension conduit.

Abstract: A hygiene device includes two cleansing arrangements for carrying two different kinds of cleansing solutions. Each of the cleansing arrangements includes a container body having a liquid reservoir for receiving the corresponding cleansing solution therein and an opening for communicating the liquid reservoir with outside, a pumping unit, having a dispensing nozzle, detachably attached to the container body to sealedly cover the opening and arranged to pump the cleansing solution from the liquid reservoir towards the dispensing nozzle, and a first hands-free actuating unit arranged to actuate the pumping unit for dispensing a predetermined amount of the corresponding cleansing solution on a wiping medium via the dispensing nozzle. Therefore, the user is able to dispense the cleansing solution from the cleansing arrangement to moisture the wiping medium without hand contacting operation, so as to prevent the cleansing solution from being polluted by the user's hand.

Abstract: An electrophotographic image formation method for developing a latent electrostatic image formed on a latent image bearing member with toner to a toner image, using a two-component developer including a carrier and a toner. The zoner is held on a developer bearing member, with a gap between the facing surfaces of the latent image bearing member and the developer bearing member being set in a range of 0.1 mm to 0.5 mm. The carrier includes carrier particles, each carrier particle including a core material and a coating material which is coated on the surface of the core material The coating material includes a polysiloxane resin including at least an oxygen atom (O) and a silicon atom as constituent elements therefor, with an atomic ratio of the constituent elements, O/Si, being in a range of 2.1 to 4.0, and the carrier having a specific resistivity of 109 to 1016 &OHgr;·cm.

Abstract: A dishwashing caddy is constructed with internal volumes for holding soap liquid and lotion as well as compartments for storing cleaning brushes and the like. The top surface is strongly slanted forward and the bottom internal partition is also slanted forward to dispense water through weep holes. Pump action dispensing of the liquids is accomplished. Suction cups mount the unit to a wall or hold it in place while on the sink or other support.

Abstract: A device for mounting an item may comprise a first member having a portion defining at least one opening extending through the first member and a second member intended to be fixed beneath the first member. A plurality of mounting members may be associated with the second member. The plurality of mounting members and the portion of the first member may be configured to sandwich an item between the plurality of mounting members and the portion of the first member defining the at least one opening. The item may be arranged to be visible from an exterior of the device. The device could be associated with a container containing a product.

Abstract: A tool for removing dried caulking compound from the nozzle of a caulking tube includes a handle and a generally cylindrical member attached to the handle. The generally cylindrical member has a threaded portion, e.g., similar to a wood screw, which is adapted to threadably engage dried caulking compound disposed within the nozzle by rotating the handle. The caulking compound then is removed from the nozzle simply by pulling the tool away from the nozzle. In an alternative embodiment, an elongate member is attached to the handle at one end and a coiled portion at the other end is adapted to threadably engage dried caulking compound disposed within the nozzle.

Abstract: A display apparatus [100] for bag-in-box type dispenser bags comprises a transparent enclosure [103] having a dispenser portion [117] and a cup holder portion [119]. The dispenser portion is sized to accept a drink dispenser bag [101] for dispensing beverages. A spout aperture [129] on a dispensing end [109] provides access to the spout [131] of the dispenser. A cup holder [121] dispenses a stack of cups [125] from the apparatus. Suction cups [205] provide a means to attach the apparatus to a vertical surface [135]. The apparatus provides high-visibility display of a bag-in-box product and facilitates sampling by potential customers.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing paper. The apparatus allows for the use of an existing wall-mounted dispenser without requiring any modification to the existing wall-mounted unit. The apparatus can also be free-standing or portable. The apparatus will accommodate rolled paper or sheets of paper. The apparatus also comprises an automated system for moistening and/or cleansing which enables the user to optionally moisten the paper and/or apply a cleansing agent to the paper if so desired. The degree (i.e.; the amount) of moistening or cleansing agent applied may be controlled by the user.

Abstract: This invention provides proper design of spout mouth opening. The edge wall of spout mouth opening is made sloped inwardly/downwardly.

Abstract: A tubular reservoir for wear on a finger contains a deterrent to ward off an assailant. A housing, defining the reservoir, collapses upon flexing of the finger to propel the deterrent for nozzle discharge. A cap is carried by a retainer which is rapidly dislodged by a finger adjacent the finger worn device.

Abstract: A dental center is disclosed which comprises, in combination, a dispenser body and a dispensing portion. The dispenser body has a wall bracket adapted to mount to a vertical surface. Extending in a horizontal plane from the wall bracket is a toothbrush holder having a plurality of holes positioned about the periphery thereof. Each of the plurality of holes is adapted to receive and releasably hold a toothbrush therein. The dispensing portion is mounted on the dispenser body and comprises, in combination, a toothpaste tube and a floss dispenser. The toothpaste tube and the floss tube are separable and replaceable.

Abstract: A dental center is disclosed which comprises, in combination, a dispenser body and a dispensing portion. The dispenser body has a wall bracket adapted to mount to a vertical surface. Extending in a horizontal plane from the wall bracket is a toothbrush holder having a plurality of holes positioned about the periphery thereof Each of the plurality of holes is adapted to receive and releasably hold a toothbrush therein. The dispensing portion is mounted on the dispenser body and comprises, in combination, a toothpaste tube and a floss dispenser. The toothpaste tube and the floss tube are separable and replaceable.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a topical treatment dispenser including a sanitary housing having at least one outlet for receiving and supporting a tube containing a topical treatment, a sanitary detachable cap for covering the outlet and a flow control mechanism for controlling the flow of the topical treatment through the outlet. The topical treatment dispenser prevents contaminants from coming into contact with the topical treatment contained therein such that the topical treatment is dispensable in a medical environment.

Abstract: A baton suitable for use in self-defense includes a body adapted to receive a canister of spray therein, a nozzle securable to the body and adapted to receive spray therethrough, and a trigger mounted on the body. The trigger mounts on the body in a location that permits grasping of the body underhanded with the thumb positioned over the trigger to permit movement of the trigger from an unfired position to a fired position that facilitates ejection of spray from the canister through the nozzle. The trigger includes an actuator and a lock coupled therewith. One motion performed with the thumb releases the lock and moves the actuator from the unfired position of the trigger to the fired position of the trigger.

Abstract: A personal hygienic cleansing lotion and dispenser for further cleansing one's self after performing toiletry duties. The personal hygienic cleansing lotion and dispenser includes a special cleansing lotion comprising purified water, sorbitol, stearic acid, mineral oil, lanolin alcohol, dimethicope, emulsifying wax, and benzethonium chloride which is stored in a dispensing container having a dispensing cap. The dispensing container is designed to be attached to the toilet tissue holder for the purpose of accessibility. The lotion is to be applied to toilet tissue for extra personal hygienic cleaning.

Abstract: A personal hygiene device for moistening tissue (in particular toilet tissue) utilizes a fluid container having a fluid dispensing attachment to apply fluid onto tissue. The hygiene device is held in an inverted position by a bracket, with the bracket typically mounted on a wall or fixture adjacent to a tissue holder. The hygiene device consists of a fluid container, a cap, a sponge pad, and a dispensing cover. The fluid container acts as a refillable reservoir for the fluid and the cap has holes in the end to allow fluid discharge to the sponge pad from the fluid container. The dispensing cover encloses the cap and sponge, securing them to the fluid container. The dispensing cover has multiple orifices in the end and when activated by depressing with tissue, the dispensing cover slides on the cap thereby compressing the sponge pad.

Abstract: A rigid, one piece nozzle for blast aerators is configured to be mounted in a variety of operating orientations within and upon applications of widely varying shapes and geometry. The generally triangular nozzle comprises a flat base and a spaced-apart, arcuate top, secured to the base by a pair of opposed side walls. An inlet orifice in the flat body portion is internally configured like a truncated cone, and communicates with the nozzle discharge orifice thorough the hollow interior of the nozzle. The inlet is conical to permit the feed pipe to be mated and welded to it once the parts are properly oriented by the installer. An airtight seal results during welding, as the void between the pipe periphery and the circumference the inlet seat the weldment. Because the feed pipe may be fitted to the nozzle at so many angles and orientations, it is suitable for a wide variety of job applications.

Abstract: An apparatus disguised as a flashlight to be used as a self protection device. This apparatus includes a housing ergonomically designed to fit a user's hand. Included in the housing are a battery, a low battery indicator device, a lighting device, a chemical spray canister, a shocking primary electrode and an additional shocking electrode, each component having a trigger assembly. The primary electrodes are triggered by a trigger switch. The additional electrode is triggered by applying force on the electrodes. The apparatus is used to either shoot the chemical spray at an assailant at a distance, or use the shocking primary electrode at a close distance, if the assailant is in front of a victim. When the assailant is at the back of the victim, the bottom additional electrode is activated for use while at the same time deactivating the shocking primary electrode. The personal safety device has a safety device that can disable the personal safety device when it is pulled from a user.

Abstract: A system combining a fluid dispenser (10) and a pop-up sheet dispenser (12). The fluid dispenser is a bottle (14) with a spray pump (18), while the sheet dispenser (12) is a tub (28) with an opening (30) through which sheets pop out. The two dispensers snap together to trap and store sheets from a longitudinally folded web ready for pop-out dispensing. The primary embodiment may be used for spray cleaner and paper towels, for example. The sheet dispenser (12) provides the system's base, dispensing from a roll (29) with its core (44) held vertically in the tub (28), located by the tub's core-locating hub (40). The fluid dispenser (10) snaps vertically down into the sheet dispenser (12), acting as its lid and further locating the roll (29) with its hub-stem (26). The roll (29), held loosely by the two hubs, may spin within the system. The tub (28), opening (30), and roll (29) may together rotate relative to the fluid dispenser (14) to reorient the opening (30).

Abstract: A dispensing assembly for a beverage container is provided including a carbonated beverage container containing a carbonated beverage. A dispenser includes a body assembly screwably mounted on the carbonated beverage container with a dispenser spout extending therefrom. A tube depends from the dispenser into the container and remains in communication with the dispenser spout. Situated within a bore formed in the body assembly is a plunger. Such bore connects the tube and the dispensing spout. The plunger has a spring urging the same into a first orientation for preventing the flow of fluid from the tube to the dispensing spout. Also included is a lever connected to the plunger for urging the plunger into a second orientation for allowing the flow of fluid from the tube to the dispensing spout.

Abstract: A liquid soap dispensing container #1 that holds and dispenses liquid soap from a soap receptacle area #10. A sponge caddy area in the rear of the container #1 is comprised of a container sponge caddy partition #4, the left side of container #2, the right side of container #3 and the container floor #6. Removable #13 lid covers the soap receptable area. Lid #3 also covers, from above, the recessed sponge caddy area. When a sponge #9 or other cleaning pad is placed in the sponge caddy area, it is hidden from view from the front, from above, and from the left and right sides. The recessed sponge caddy area receives, organizes, holds and stores a kitchen sponge #9 or other cleaning pad, hidden from view as described above, and is accessible from the rear of container #1 thus a sponge #9 can easily be placed for storage and retrieved for use.

Abstract: A dishwashing caddy is constructed with internal volumes for holding soap liquid and lotion as well as compartments for storing cleaning brushes and the like. The top surface is strongly slanted forward and the bottom internal partition is also slanted forward to dispense water through weep holes. Pump action dispensing of the liquids is accomplished. Suction cups mount the unit to a wall or hold it in place while on the sink or other support.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a new type of restroom dispenser and is characterized by a casing, the back wall of which can be fastened to a vertical surface such as a restroom wall and which forms an inner chamber that holds a tank of a liquid dispenser, which has a dosing apparatus on the bottom of the casing for dosed dispensing of a liquid, for example a cleansing liquid, for example onto a piece of toilet paper.

Abstract: A spill-resistant pharmaceutical formulation for oral administration from a squeezable container comprises a pharmaceutical agent in a suitable vehicle comprising a liquid base and a thickening agent, the formulation consisting of mutually compatible components and having the following properties: a viscosity within the range of about 7500 to about 12,500 cps using a Brookfield Viscometer with a ‘C’ spindle with Helipath movement at a spindle speed of 10 rpm and 20-25° C., a viscometric yield value of a semi-solid, a spill-resistant consistency permitting the composition to be squeezed by light manual pressure through a channel, to spread in a spoon bowl sufficiently quickly for accurate measurement, and to remain in the spoon bowl without spilling on spoon inversion, tilting at 90 degrees, and vibration, homogeneity such that the components do not separate under conditions of use, and a storage stability such that the foregoing properties are retained for at least two years shelf life.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a container having a squeeze device connected on a top thereof and a performance unit is connected to the container. A performance member is located in the performance unit and activated by an activation member which is received in a box connected to the performance unit. A base has a switch member and is movably engaged with the performance unit. A gap is defined between the switch member and the activation member so that when pushing the squeeze device, the performance unit is lowered relative to the base, and the switch member is touched by the lowered activation member so as to activate the performance member.

Abstract: A tool for removing dried caulking compound from the nozzle of a caulking tube includes a handle and a generally cylindrical member attached to the handle. The generally cylindrical member has a threaded portion, e.g., similar to a wood screw, which is adapted to threadably engage dried caulking compound disposed within the nozzle by rotating the handle. The caulking compound then is removed from the nozzle simply by pulling the tool away from the nozzle. In an alternative embodiment, an elongate member is attached to the handle at one end and a coiled portion at the other end is adapted to threadably engage dried caulking compound disposed within the nozzle.

Abstract: A hair dye applicator for mixing dye gel and peroxide as needed. The hair dye applicator includes a housing having a top wall, a bottom wall, a front wall, a back wall and a pair of lateral side walls. A cartridge comprises a first tubular member and a second tubular member coupled together. Each of the tubular members has an open first end and a closed second end. Each of the second ends of the tubular member has a hole extending therein. An annular lip is integrally coupled to the second end and encompasses the holes in the second end. Dye gel is positioned in one of the tubular members and peroxide activator is positioned in the other of the tubular members. A coupling member removably couples the first end of the cartridge to the front wall of the housing. A generally hollow rod and has open first and second ends. A bracket member releasably secures the first end of the rod to the second end of the cartridge. The second end of the rod extends into and is fluidly coupled to a manifold.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dispensing of hand lotion and air freshener in a combined unit for home and office. Air freshener may be passively dispersed at a controlled rate from the apparatus, or may be actively dispersed when a user pumps the apparatus to receive a measured quantity of hand lotion. Dispersion may be implemented using a mechanical fan or compression of a sponge, for example.

Abstract: The present invention provides a toy water gun including a pump for pressurizing the gun for shooting out a stream of water, a trigger for controlling the flow of the water, and a source of electricity and at least one light source for illuminating the stream, wherein the device is adapted to provide a lighted coherent stream of water.

Abstract: A feeding system for feeding infants and other individuals who must be fed by another. The feeding system includes a number of small packets, much like catsup or mustard packets, that are filled with food, such as baby food, and which is attachable to a feeding spoon mechanism provided with the system. Once attached to the feeding spoon mechanism, the food within the packet is forced out of the packet into the bowl of the spoon mechanism by the user using only a single hand. The feeding system thus allows the user to have one hand remain free to hold the baby, a baby bib or perform other necessary baby care activities.

Abstract: The invention comprises a system for maintaining the freshness of a beverage, while allowing a delivery of the beverage to customers at a visually appealing, remote dispensing station. A quantity of the beverage is maintained within a beverage tank housed within an enclosure that may be maintained at a preferred temperature or temperature range. The contents of the beverage container are delivered to a remote dispensing station, by a dispensing pump and dispensing conduit connected between a flow valve on the beverage tank and the dispensing station.

Abstract: A combination fuel tank and tool holder apparatus having dual fuel compartments for gasoline and oil and hand pumps. Holders for chain saw tools such as a saw wedge, chip brush, saw files, and a screwdriver and socket wrench combination are provided on three sides of the plastic apparatus in a first embodiment. In a second embodiment, the fuel tank lacks external holders, which holders are on a canvas cover with apertures on top for the handle and hand pumps. The holders are lined with polyvinyl inserts.

Abstract: An aerosol dispensing system includes an aerosol can and a wiper dispenser removably attached to the can. A cup containing absorbent material, such as a roll of toweletes, is snap fit to the bottom of the can. The cup may be removed to dispense wipers and replaced on the can for storage. The wiper dispenser may be refilled with a replacement roll of towelettes.

Abstract: A flexible transparent polymeric sleeve encloses toiletry items or a collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve is closed at one end where it is integral with a hanger element and open at its other end where an external annular ring can be employed to maintain the opening in the sleeve. A sleeve cap closes the sleeve opening and engages a paste dispensing element of the collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve cap includes a base portion integrally attached to a cap portion by a hinge. A center channel formed within the sleeve cap base portion axially aligns with paste dispensing element and permits paste to flow from the collapsible tube through the center channel and out an open end. A flexible polymeric support member consisting of at least one panel supports a picture or indicia. The support member is mounted longitudinally within the polymeric sleeve. A structure to release air can be included in a bottom portion of the polymeric sleeve.

Abstract: A Self-Serve wall mounted mouthwash fluid dispenser which provides a vertical rectangular container, having a diametrical separator to define two compartments. The left side of the container carries one-portion disposable cups that in turn would be used for collecting mouthwash. The light side of the container carries mouthwash fluid in a sealed hygienic plastic bag that in turn would be used for storing the fluid, later being released at the suppression of a lever. The cover defines an outer region designed for advertising to be filled by any of the mouthwash companies acquiring or leasing this patent or any of its main ideas and components. The special supplies like the one-portion disposable cups and the disposable hygienic bags, both in special packaging will be particular size and dimensions to be stipulated later by the inventor.

Abstract: A liquid soap dispensing container #1 that holds and dispenses liquid soap from a soap receptacle area #10. A sponge caddy area in the rear of the container #1 is comprised of a container sponge caddy partition #4, the left side of container #2, the right side of container #3 and the container floor #6. Removable #13 lid covers the soap receptable area. Lid #3 also covers, from above, the recessed sponge caddy area. When a sponge #9 or other cleaning pad is placed in the sponge caddy area, it is hidden from view from the front, from above, and from the left and right sides. The recessed sponge caddy area receives, organizes, holds and stores a kitchen sponge #9 or other cleaning pad, hidden from view as described above, and is accessible from the rear of container #1 thus a sponge #9 can easily be placed for storage and retrieved for use.

Abstract: An actuator for aerosol spray cans utilizing a toe, as a pivot point, to engage the inside recess on the cup rim bead of the can (the bead which surrounds the spray nozzle) and a heel portion that extends against the valve stem mount. The body and handle of the actuator extend from the toe and heel upward and over the spray nozzle of the can with the handle being positioned approximately perpendicular to the direction of the spray exhaust of the can. Spray action is initiated by depressing the handle of the actuator with forefinger or thumb, causing the toe of the actuator to act as a pivot in the inside recess of the cup rim bead and the heel to slide against the valve stem mount. A protrusion on the body of the actuator depresses the aerosol spray nozzle creating a spray exhaust. The end of the actuator handle is formed to insert into the spray can cap and is used as a pry for removing the cap from the can.

Abstract: A system combining a fluid dispenser (10) and a pop-up sheet dispenser (12). The fluid dispenser is a bottle (14) with a spray pump (18), while the sheet dispenser (12) is a tub (28) with an opening (30) through which sheets pop out. The two dispensers snap together to trap and store sheets from a longitudinally folded web ready for pop-out dispensing.

Abstract: A breakfast cereal dispensing product may be provided with a product package, a breakfast cereal product attached to the product package, and a breakfast cereal dispenser attached to the product package. The breakfast cereal product may include a cereal box having breakfast cereal disposed therein. The breakfast cereal dispenser may include a container having a main chamber that is sized to hold a plurality of pieces of breakfast cereal and a dispensing structure having a dispensing chamber and a dispensing chamber opening. The dispensing structure may be provided with a movable member that is movable between a closed position in which the movable member closes the dispensing chamber opening and an open position in which the dispensing chamber opening is not closed by the movable member and a passageway that couples the main chamber to the dispensing chamber. The passageway may be sized to allow pieces of breakfast cereal to pass between the main chamber and the dispensing chamber.

Abstract: A mouthpiece for feeding food from a compressible container is provided. The mouthpiece comprises a concave blade and a diaphragm attached along its edge to the blade, thereby covering the concave blade. The diaphragm has a free portion which, together with a substantially opposing blade end, defines an opening, which food can pass through. The mouthpiece is adapted to be attached to an aperture portion of a container.

Abstract: A combination spray bottle and paper towel holder configured and arranged to prevent an edge of a roll of paper towels from being damaged by condensate and/or fraying, comprising a body having a shaft, a base, a hand grip, a flange, a threaded screw-top; a tensioner; and a spray assembly. The body serves as a reservoir for liquids. The roll of paper towels is inserted over the shaft, rests on the flange and does not contact the base. The tensioner maintains pressure on the roll of paper towels, preventing the uncontrolled unrolling thereof. The tensioner is attached to the spray bottle at two attachment locations, located on the body at locations beyond either edge of the roll of paper towels when the roll is inserted over the shaft. At least one of the attachment locations is such that the tensioner is releasably attached thereto.

Abstract: A portable dispenser apparatus that dispenses pre-moistened towelettes from a web. The dispenser includes a housing presenting a towelette dispensing opening and a storage compartment adapted to support the web of towelettes in a roll. A dispensing assembly is provided for drawing the end-most towelette from the web and dispensing it through the dispensing opening when a dispensing actuator is operated. The actuator activates the dispensing assembly to dispense a single towelette from the web, and returns the remaining web to the roll subsequent to removal of the end-most towelette by the user so that the next towelette of the web remains moist until subsequently dispensed. A manually operated web-fed dispenser and a travel dispenser are also provided, as is a moistening composition for use on the towelettes.

Abstract: A fuel dispenser includes an overbody within which a wide, flat conductor acts as a loop antenna. The conductor is concentrically coiled to create a plurality of turns comparable in appearance to a coiled tape measure. The antenna is then molded into a panel or overbody and affixed to the fuel dispenser to present a visually pleasing appearance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container for dispensing a fluid product, the container having a dispensing device on or within which is placed at least one magnet.

Abstract: A dining table top conveyor having a flat base of rectangular/oval shape and flat endless belt guided over two flanged pulleys. One pulley is electrically driven by a variable speed geared motor and other is an idler and belt tensioning pulley. The flat belt has special steel hooks riveted into it, and it engages with a steel bracket on serving bowl holder plates. These plates are made of heat resistant material like cork or heat resistant plastic and move around on top of the table following the belt. On top of these plates are placed the serving bowls containing food items. As the serving bowls/pots go around the table, diners serve themselves as the bowl passes in front of them. Also at each end of the conveyor are two beverage dispensers which can swivel 330 degrees and extend in and out to self serve beverages. Under the table is a beverage container pressurized by a mini-air compressor and a small motor control panel.

Abstract: A new display shelf for resting objects on the top of a water bottle on a water cooler. The inventive device includes a platform designed for resting on the top of an inverted water bottle on a water cooler. The upper surface the platform has a lip upwardly extending therefrom along the outer perimeter of the platform. A number of stabilizing arms are downwardly depending from the lower surface of the platform. The stabilizing arms are designed for positioning adjacent the side of an inverted water bottle on which the platform is resting.

Abstract: The dispenser for fluids and paper towels is a combination fluid container and wiper dispenser having a base portion from the top center portion of which extends upwardly a neck tube having at its top an opening. The neck tube is sized such that a paper towel roll may be placed on the neck tube and rest on the base portion. The base portion and neck tube are hollow forming the fluid chamber and a mechanical pump device with siphon tube is attached to the top of the tube for dispensing fluid. The neck tube is extended to provide for ease in holding the dispenser in one hand while performing a cleaning operation.

Abstract: A flexible transparent polymeric sleeve encloses toiletry items or a collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve is closed at one end where it is integral with a hanger element and open at its other end where an annular collar maintains the opening in the sleeve. A sleeve cap closes the opening or is inverted to provide a stand to display the apparatus containing a collapsible tube in a vertical position. A flexible polymeric support member consisting of two panels enclose a picture or one panel contains indicia. The support member is mounted longitudinally within the polymeric sleeve. An air release aperture is located in a bottom wall of the polymeric sleeve.

Abstract: The apparatus of the invention can be used to deter attack by an assailant such as a person or animal. The apparatus includes a ring defining a cavity and a spray orifice communicating with the cavity. The apparatus also includes a canister removably fitted to the ring in the cavity, and a repellent substance contained in the canister under relatively high pressure relative to ambient. The canister defines a spray orifice, and has a valve stem movable to discharge the pressurized repellent substance from the canister and ring through respective aligned spray orifices defined therein. The apparatus also includes a safety movably mounted to the ring. The safety can be moved to a first position that blocks the valve stem to prevent movement of the valve stem so that accidental discharge of pressurized repellent substance from the canister is prevented.

Abstract: The apparatus of the invention can be used to deter attack by an assailant such as a person or animal. The apparatus includes a ring defining a cavity and a spray orifice communicating with the cavity. The apparatus also includes a canister removably fitted to the ring in the cavity, and a repellent substance contained in the canister under relatively high pressure relative to ambient. The canister defines a spray orifice, and has a valve stem movable to discharge the pressurized repellent substance from the canister and ring through respective aligned spray orifices defined therein. The apparatus also includes a safety movably mounted to the ring. The safety can be moved to a first position that blocks the valve stem to prevent movement of the valve stem so that accidental discharge of pressurized repellent substance from the canister is prevented.