Abstract: The dispenser apparatus may be used to dispense a granular product such as a lawn fertilizer. A duct device (300, 400, 500) for scattering the granules is stowed in a telescopically-contracted configuration under a cap (200). To use the apparatus, the cap is removed, the duct device is rotated to face in the opposite direction and the duct device is telescopically extended. This leaves the duct device projecting away from the main container (100) of the apparatus, so that the granules may flow out of the container and along the duct device to be scattered by a scatter plate (502) at the end of the duct device.

Abstract: A pail lid having a retractable pouring spout. The pail lid has a neck integrally formed as part of the lid and extending from the face of the lid opposed to a peripheral groove. The neck has external threads adapted to receive a screw cap. A retractable pouring spout located within the opening is movable from a pouring position to a retracted position while being retained within the neck. The spout mates with the neck at the pouring position and the retracted position. An injection molding process for manufacture of the lid is also disclosed.

Abstract: A package for liquids, comprising a container and a tubular connecting piece connected to the container for dispensing liquid from the package in a dosed manner. The tubular connecting piece is composed of an outer tube and an inner tube which is concentrically included in the outer tube. For putting the package into use, the two tubes are located entirely within the contours of the package. For putting the package into use, the outer tube is pulled outwards and, accordingly, slides telescopically in the inner tube. The inner tube comprises a flexible portion, so that, while the flexible portion is folded inside out, it can likewise be pulled outwards.

Abstract: A liquid or lotion container and dispensing device having a liquid bottle with a reservoir, a pump, and a liquid dispensing point. The pump forces liquid from the reservoir out the liquid dispensing point. The liquid bottle also has a supporting assembly. The supporting assembly supports the liquid bottle and allows the liquid bottle to pivot relative to the supporting assembly, and/or allows the liquid bottle to be detached and reattached to the supporting assembly.

Abstract: An oil container having a container body with a spout through which oil is poured, and a discharge tube detachably fastened to the spout for guiding oil out of the spout, the spout having an inner thread and an outer thread, the discharge tube having a tube body and a connector at one end of the tube body for securing the tube body to the spout, the connector having a collar, a first outer thread and a second outer thread separated by the collar, the tube body of the discharge tube being retained inside the container body when the first outer thread of the connector is threaded into the inner thread on the spout, the tube body of the discharge tube being retained outside the container body when the second outer thread of the connector is threaded into the inner thread on the spout, the container body having a tubular handle integral with an outside wall thereof for receiving the discharge tube when the discharge tube is disconnected from the spout, the tubular handle having an inner thread at one end for enga

Abstract: A method and apparatus for fusing a pour spout to the surrounding surface of a lid or container during the molding process. During molding the hot molten plastic of the lid or container contacts. A relatively thick rim portion at the bottom of the pour spout to meet the thick rim portion and create fusing during the cooling of the mold. The pour spout has a flexible section to permit a portion of the fused pour spout to be moved between collapsed and extended positions.

Abstract: A new Aerosol Cap With Dispensing Tube Support System for maintaining the position of a dispensing tube in relation to a spray nozzle of an aerosol can during use and storage. The inventive device includes a cylindrical cap having an arcuate cutout, a lid removably attached to the cap, an aperture projecting toward a longitudinal axis of the cap, and a dispensing tube having a cincture removably projecting through the aperture to engage a spray nozzle. The cylindrical cap removably secured to a rim of an aerosol can and around the spray nozzle. The arcuate cutout is for allowing easy access to the spray nozzle during utilization. The dispensing tube is snugly supported within the aperture projecting through the cap thereby reducing the chance of the dispensing tube becoming dislodged from the spray nozzle.

Abstract: A tube holder has been invented for holding a spray tube for use with a nozzle of a spray can, the tube holder, in one aspect, having a ring stretchable or non-stretchable for encircling part of the spray can (e.g. body, nozzle, or nozzle projection) for mounting the tube holder to the spray can, an interconnection member having a first end and a second end, the first end connected to or formed integrally with the ring, and a holding member connected to or formed integrally with the second end of the interconnection member. In one embodiment the holding member is a ring (stretchable or non-stretchable) and in another embodiment the holding member is a body with at least one slit opening therethrough, the spray tube insertable through and removably holdable in the at least one slit opening. The present invention discloses a spray can with any such tube holder and with a hollow spray tube.

Abstract: An assembly including a pump attachment particularly adapted to form an nonaerosol pump sprayer, and a method of using the same. The apparatus desirably includes an attachment having a pump which is pressurized on the upstroke enabling the pump to be shipped and stored in a relaxed position. The container defines a wall and a first stud and a second stud. Each of the first stud and the second stud form a head portion and a stem portion. The assembly includes a sprayer which has a spray end and a wall. The wall defines a first opening and a second opening, each of the which form a first portion wider than the stem portion and narrower than the head portion; and a second portion wider than the head portion.

Abstract: A container having a snapped-in valve adapter is provided according to the invention with the elastic cooperation, upon engagement and disengagement, of an arrow projecting from the tangential plane of the adapter with one of a plurality of recesses disposed on the circumference of the container with the arrowhead in the direction and the opposite direction of the arrow.

Abstract: A cap for an aerosol container comprising an annular wall open at its bottom end and closed at its upper end by a top wall, one of the walls having retaining devices for releasably retaining a tube within said one wall whereby when the tube is releasably retained within the one wall, an aperture surrounds the tube and upon applying a predetermined force to the tube, the retaining devices release the tube so that the tube is capable of being completely removed from the aperture. The cap may include a second aperture spaced from the first mentioned aperture and guiding devices for guiding an advancing end of the tube toward the second aperture.

Abstract: A package is provided with a container having a wall defining a dispensing aperture establishing communication between the interior and exterior of the container. A plug is provided for at least generally occluding the dispensing aperture. The plug includes a post, an exterior flange on the post, and an interior bead on the post spaced from the exterior flange to define a groove between the flange and bead. The plug can be inserted in the dispensing aperture and retained therein by engagement of the container wall by the plug flange and bead. A tab extends from the container and defines a storage aperture for receiving the plug for storage after removal of the plug from the dispensing aperture. The tab may also include an aperture for receiving a hook by which the package can be hung in an inverted orientation.

Abstract: A discharge apparatus has an indicating device which can be set to different numbers of pump strokes with a handle and which can be operated rearwards by one step by each pump stroke performance. A pivot spout forming the medium outlet is formed by a tube with constant cross-sections. For securing the position of the discharge actuator and the spout there is a common securing device. The medium outlet can be closed in pressure-tight manner by a closure formed by the device. An outlet channel forms a channel system for the preparation of the medium during flow. This leads to a use-advantageous discharge apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an improved mechanism that permanently attaches a spray tube to an aerosol spray can, stores the spray tube conveniently and effectively when not in use, provides a user the opportunity to use or not to use the spray tube, and positively prevents loss of the spray tube. Further, the improved mechanism is constructed without extraneous materials or extensions.

Abstract: An storage tube for storing extender tubes for spray cans is provided. The storage tube of the present invention includes a hollow tube having an internal constriction along its length. The constriction acts to releasably retain a storage tube inserted therein. The storage tube may be attached to spray cans and the like.

Abstract: A container composed of a body in which fluid to be dispensed can be stored. The body has a fluid outlet at an upper part to which one end of a flexible hose is attached. An opposite, discharge, end of the hose has a spray lance attached to it. An attachment device, such as a tube, is retained by latch elements in an external recess in a side wall of the body to retain the discharge end of the hose releasably to the body when the container is not in use. The container may be used to discharge liquids such as fertilizers, pesticides or other chemical agents in the form of a spray.

Abstract: A one time use non reusable sprayer includes a tank having a pump for pressurizing the liquid contents. A connection of the pump to the tank, if severed will result in destruction of the tank and pump to prevent reuse of the sprayer. The sprayer has a hose extending from the tank, a spray control valve and discharge nozzle for directing the spray.

Abstract: An attachment and a method for making an attachment for a product in a container, comprising the steps of: providing a back sheet having a front surface and a back surface, the back surface having adhesive for securing to the container; providing a front sheet having a front surface and a back surface; positioning an applicator adhesive for the product between the front surface of the back sheet and the back surface of the front sheet; and securing the front sheet to the back sheet so as to provide the attachment including the applicator adhesive enclosed between the front sheet and the back sheet whereby the attachment can be attached to the container with the adhesive.

Abstract: A clip-on device adaptable for attachment to a aerosol container, the device having a bracket for securing a tubular conduit member to be used to direct a spray product from the aerosol container outlet to a point of destination.

Abstract: A detergent dispenser which includes i) a first part in the form of a closure which normally serves to seal a detergent container and ii) a second part in the form of a cap, having an aperture for dispensing detergent. The closure and the cap have complementary formations to enable the cap releasably to be joined to the closed top of the closure.

Abstract: A filling trough/dispensing cap for a filling/dispensing opening at a lower end of an elongated liquid container is disclosed. The filling trough/dispensing cap includes a retractable/extensible liquid filling trough that extends through the filling/dispensing opening of the container and is movable to a retracted position with the container or an extensible position outside the container. When moved to the extensible position, the retractable/extensible liquid filling trough facilitates filling of the container. The retractable/extensible filling trough can be rotated and/or angularly positioned relative to the container to facilitate filling. A dispensing cap is associated with the outer end of the retractable/extensible liquid filling trough for covering the filling/dispensing opening when the retractable/extensible trough is retracted. This dispensing cap includes a selective liquid dispenser for dispensing liquid from the container, as desired.

Abstract: Unit for dispensing a product of liquid or pasty consistency, including a receptacle for the product consistency, including a receptacle for the product equipped with a base intended to receive a dispensing device. The base and the dispensing device have complementary securing members which enable the base and the dispensing device to be connected and disconnected. The unit also includes a cap having securing members which are identical to the securing members of the base, so that the dispensing device and the cap can be connected to form a dispensing subunit.

Abstract: An aerosol spray container includes a container defining first and second non-communicating open-topped chambers. The first chamber is air-tight and configured and dimensioned to hold a liquid to be dispensed as an aerosol spray, and the second chamber is configured and dimensioned to receive therein a longitudinally extending spray director. An aerosol valve operatively closes the open top of the first chamber and is actuatable to release aerosol spray therefrom. The valve is configured and dimensioned to receive therein one end of the spray director, whereby aerosol spray released through the valve exits the opposite end of the director, thereby to guide and direct the aerosol spray.

Abstract: Disclosed is a new container for small engine oil for providing a storage and dispensing container specifically configured for use with small engines such as those used on portable generators, lawn mowers, and the like which have constricted, slow moving oil fill openings. The new container has additional enhancements for retail display whereby a product may be easily recognized by a customer as being specifically for use with small engines. The container for small engine oil comprises a hollow container body in which oil may be stored. The container body has an outlet portion formed thereon including a substantially elongated neck in communicating relationship with the hollow interior. A spout for directing flow out of the container body is threadedly mounted on the neck and includes an elongated tapered tube having an annular groove formed on the outside thereof.

Abstract: A container is provided which includes a dry pocket nozzle receptacle for storing a pouring implement such as a nozzle. The nozzle receptacle comprises a generally cylindrical tube for accommodating a nozzle. The tube includes a threaded proximal portion having an aperture for receiving the nozzle, and a cap, which is flexibly attached to the proximal portion of the tube, for sealing the tube so as to prevent environmental exposure to the nozzle and residual container contents. In one embodiment, the nozzle receptacle is an integral part of the container, while another embodiment provides a separate device which may be used with existing containers. Yet another embodiment includes an integral frustoconical portion disposed within the cap and a similar frustoconical portion disposed within the distal end of the tube for sealing the interior of the nozzle when it is situated within the tube during storage.

Abstract: A molded plastic container top has an upper surface from which extends an extensible dispensing tube with a liquid dispensing orifice. The orifice is closed by a removable closure in the form of a cap-like, hollow, open-ended body. A plug is formed integrally with the upper surface and extends upwardly therefrom. Extending upwardly from the plug is an integral, cylindrical, rod-like stopper extension. In the preferred embodiment, the plug is axially fluted, with three radial vanes, dimensioned to be received into the interior of the closure to retain the closure thereon with a frictional fit. The stopper extension is dimensioned to be received within dispensing orifice with a fluid-tight fit, so as to provide an alternative closure for the orifice when the dispensing tube is extended to bring the orifice into the proximity of the stopper extension.

Abstract: A cap locking device for a water bottle comprising a bottle cap threadably closing an inner bottle, a push button and a nipple pusher, the bottle cap shaped like a shell head having a diametric opening, a tubular post in the opening for a nipple fixed on top of a drinking tube extending vertically in the inner bottle to fit therein, a push button pivotally fitted in one side portion of the opening and the liftable nipple pusher pivotally fitted in another side portion of the opening, the liftable nipple pusher pushed down to close the opening or raised up to open the opening by pushing the push button for the nipple exposed for sucking the content of the inner bottle contained in an outer bottle.

Abstract: A combination toy and beverage dispensing Device, primarily adapted for use with children and particularly minor children who are still consuming liquids from a bottle and similar dispensing device. The combination toy and beverage dispensing device may preferably adopt the form of a ball which a toddler can play with in a playpen or like confined area. The ball is provided with a center interior chamber holding a beverage container capable of dispensing a beverage such as milk. A stem mechanism is associated with the ball and when pushed on, enables delivery of the milk or other beverage through a drinking tube which the child user may insert in his or her mouth. A tether type supply tube is adapted to extend into the beverage, regardless of the orientation of the ball. The ball is constructed so that it will roll properly, notwithstanding the presence of the dispensing mechanism.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container incorporating a rotatable pouring spout that comprises a spout outlet remotely offset from a rotation axis and an inlet element rotatable about the axis . The container has an adjacent and corresponding outlet element. Each element has an opening offset from the rotation axis, which openings come into and out of register upon spout rotation. The container further incorporates a ball detent adapted to releasably engage the spout outlet when the openings are out of register. The spout can also be displaced along the rotation axis towards and away from the container between sealing and locking positions. The container may further comprise an engagement device which comprises a sealing element arranged between the inlet and outlet elements and extending around both openings when in register and around one of the openings when out of register.

Abstract: A guard device for exposed acting portions of aerosol dispensing containers. The nozzle, which projects out of a cap upon use is taken in and all of the acting portions containing the nozzle are closed, making operation impossible to provide protection against pollution and external forces.

Abstract: A closure device (10) for closing a flexible retainer (12) holding a flowable material (14) is provided. The retainer (12) comprises a body (18) for retaining the flowable material (14), a sealed slit (26), an opening (24), a neck (20) and mouth (22) between the body (18) and open end (24). The device (10) is closed, thereby substantially preventing flow of the material (14) therethrough, when the neck (20) is folded about a channel (30) and the opening (24) is inserted through the slit (26).

Abstract: A beverage concentrate container includes an integrally connected piston pump as a concentrate dosing unit. The container and piston pump are insertable into rigid support within a beverage dispenser cabinet for mechanical interconnection with a drive mechanism for the pump. The container and pump combination (syrup package) are fabricated from materials which are disposable.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing apparatus includes inner and outer containers and close and extended actuators. The outer container includes a channel which receives the extension actuator in a stored position thereof. Pairs of retainers project inwardly into an outer portion of the channel for retaining the extension actuator in its stored position and can be spread apart to release the extension actuator.

Abstract: A flexible, generally tubular shaped spout device for use in dispensing fluids from containers having threaded or unthreaded openings. A hemispherical flange is included on a lower open end of the spout device which allows for flexible enlargement of a sealing ring upon compression of the external surfaces of the flange. Dimensions of the flexible spout are such that the spout may be centrally folded and latched in a retaining ring to create a seal between the lower open end and the upper open end of the spout.

Abstract: An L-shaped dispensing wand has one end fitted into an insert previously snap fitted into the neck of a container, such as a rectangular metal can. The wand has an array of holes along the top side thereof which face downward when the can is inverted to sprinkle the area beneath the can. Preferably, the L-shaped dispensing wand is made of two portions which are packaged side-by-side and retained on top of the can prior to sale of the can. The customer assembles the sections to form the L-shaped wand and inserts the wand into the insert within the can. The insert includes a plurality of vent holes therein, which allow air to enter the can and reduce the vacuum tending to occur in the can as the can drains.

Abstract: A pouring spout assembly removeably fitted inside the mouth of a supply container includes an elongate spout for pouring liquid from the supply container to the target container through a spout exit opening. This spout further includes a tubular vent extending from the interior of the supply container to a vent opening adjacent the spout exit opening. A cap is threaded on to the mouth of the supply container and provides an air tight seal between the inside of the supply container to the atmosphere. A valve is provided, which valve is resiliently biased to a normally closed position to prevent fluid flow through the spout and to prevent air from being drawn through the vent. Structure is provided so that a user may manually open the valve by the act of inserting the spout into the target container.

Abstract: A buffered and chelated phenol solution has been stablized by adjusting the pH within a critical range and maintaining the solution under inert gas atmosphere. The solution, which may be combined with chloroform, is useful to denature soluble proteins during the purification of nucleic acids. An opaque phenol-compatible package is described which preserves and safely delivers water-clear phenol.

Abstract: This invention relates to a closure for a container such as a bottle having mouth, the closure including a closure plug fit into the mouth, a plug with a turnspout and a shield disposed on the plug. A cap is fitted on the plug and has a lateral opening through which the turnspout can pass in an operational position. When the turnspout is in a closed position, the shield closes the lateral opening.

Abstract: A leaktight stopper unit and pouring tube for a container having an opening surrounded by a cylindrical neck having an intermediate element which includes inner and outer generally cylindrical sleeves connected by a top surface defining a cylindrical cavity for placement over the cylindrical neck of a container. A pouring tube which includes a memory effect bellows and which is retractible into the annular intermediate element, a removable closing stopper having a top portion such that an inner face of the top portion contacts the top of the pouring tube to compress the pouring tube in a retracted position substantially within the annular intermediate element. The inner sleeve of the annular intermediate element is sized to fit snugly with a cylindrical neck of a container and additionally comprises an integrally extending shoulder flange for retaining the pouring tube within the intermediate element.

Abstract: A resealable container enclosure includes a fitment with an annular body which snap fits over the mouth of a container, a resilient frusto-conical wall integrally molded with the annular body in a convex configuration to extend outward from the container, and a spout extending outward from frusto-conical wall. The enclosure includes a cap which, as it is screwed onto the container, engages the spout and deforms the resilient frusto-conical wall into the concave configuration producing bending moments which cause the spout to pop-up as the resilient frusto-conical spout returns to the convex configuration upon removal of the cap. A plurality of circumferentially spaced ribs extending axially and radially along the inner surface of the resilient frusto-conical stiffen the frusto-conical wall in the preferred embodiment of the invention.

Abstract: A spray container having a spray nozzle unit for outward discharge of fluid from the spray container often includes an elongated spray tube having a size and shape adapted for mounting onto the spray nozzle unit for guiding a spray of fluid discharged from the spray container. A spray tube support construction for use with the container retains the spray tube adjacent the container. The support construction includes a support body and a holding element for holding the spray tube. A seucring element affixes the support body to the spray container and a connecting element affixes the holding element, and hence the spray tube, to the support body.

Abstract: A funnel of generally U-shaped cross section is provided for use with a container to form an integrated funnel/container package wherein the funnel is designed to fit inside the opening of the container. The funnel and container may be provided with mating fastening means and the funnel may have funnel alignment means for alignment of the funnel on the container.

Abstract: A retractable turnspout closure for a flexible container comprises a plug mounted across the neck of the container, the plug having an offset opening and a valve member mounted over the opening and having the turnspout's turret mounted thereon. A cap mounted over the bottle's neck comprises an eccentrically oriented boss which abuts the plug base and causes the turnspout to extend or retract through a cap opening as the cap is rotated. When the turnspout is completely retracted a double seal exists comprising the cap wall and a shield extending upward from the plug base.

Abstract: A portable fuel dispensing container is defined by an elongate enclosed housing formed with a first forward wall spaced from a second forward wall defining a hose chamber forwardly of a fuel chamber. The container includes a pressured discharge cap positioning rearwardly through a top wall of the container with a pressurizing jump positioned through the top wall of the container adjacent the second chamber. A rigid hose includes a horizontal leg positioned within the fuel chamber, and a verical leg directed through the forward wall of the container and extending upwardly therealong terminating in a coupling for securement to a flexible hose. The flexible hose includes a discharge nozzle at a free end thereof to enable remote filling and discharge of fuel contained within the fuel chamber when pressurized.

Abstract: A container suitable for containing liquids, comprising an inner vessel, an opening out of which contents of the inner vessel may be dispensed, a closure for sealing the opening and a jacket of heat insulating material surrounding the inner vessel. A portion of the heat insulating material is movable from a closed position where it extends over the opening to an open position, substantially without exposing the inner vessel to the outside environment so as to enable the contents to be dispensed from the container. The container further comprises a dispensing tube which, in use, extends into the inner vessel and a recess in the insulating material in which the dispensing tube may be located when not in use.

Abstract: Container (11) for liquids has a spout with an air bleed channel (10) for improving the ease of pouring the liquids. The container has a retractable nozzle, the outlet end of which has a double wall (3,4) defining an annular space. The annular space is open at both ends and communicates with the air bleed channel in both an extended and a retracted position of the nozzle. The air bleed channel communicates with the main body of the container via its hollow handle.

Abstract: The present invention is a dispensing-tube and cap holder for use in combination with an aerosol can and a dispensing-tube. The aerosol can includes a cylindrical container which has an annular sidewall, a top peripheral rim and a bottom peripheral rim, a valve and a cap. The valve is fluidly coupled to the cylindrical container. The cap covers the valve when the aerosol can is not in use. The dispensing-tube may be fluidly coupled to the valve. The dispensing-tube and cap holder includes a curved, rectangular sheet having a front surface, a rear surface, a top edge, a bottom edge and two side edges. The length of the two side edges is slightly shorter than the length of the cylindrical container. The dispensing-tube and cap holder also includes a sheath, a tube-tensioning mechanism and a cap-holding mechanism. The sheath is disposed on one of two sides of the curved, rectangular sheet and holds the dispensing-tube.

Abstract: A child's canteen having a latched pivotally mounted cap on its top which when closed engages a spring-loaded tubular member which extends into the interior of the canteen. The cap normally holds the tubular member in a retracted position. However, when the latched cap is released, the tubular member pops up through the top of the canteen and causes the cap to swing open. The contents of the canteen may now be sucked through the tubular member.

Abstract: A cartridge assembly useful as a sampling or test device includes a cartridge and a closure tubing adapted to close either or both ends of the cartridge and to serve as a conduit for liquids eluted from the cartridge.

Abstract: A hand-held fluid container and dispenser with a fluid reservoir, an applicator tube with two ends, one of which is unattached (free) and the second end of which is in communication with the reservoir and mounted on the body so as to be movable between a rest position in which the unattached end of the tube is adjacent to the body and a range of dispensing positions in which the unattached end of the tube projects from the body, a button actuated by finger pressure to cause fluid to flow from the reservoir through the applicator tube so it can be dispensed, and a cap which holds the applicator tube in the rest position through engagement with the unattached end thereof, the cap being displaceable relative to the applicator tube to permit movement of the applicator tube to the dispensing positions. Preferably the cap means is displaceable longitudinally of the applicator tube.