Abstract: A method and applicator for applying sheet material to a substrate. The applicator comprises two outwardly facing burnishes, each having an outwardly facing surface. The surfaces are disposed at an included angle of at least 180°, and preferably at least 270°. This geometry allows for positioning sheet material, such as wallpaper, into a corner to begin application at a desired position. Further, this geometry allows the user to conveniently and ergonomically effectively rotate the applicator as the sheet material is being applied. The applicator and sheet material may be provided together in a kit.

Abstract: A solution applicator includes a container, a head and a cap. The head includes a top portion for use in applying the solution, a spike member which is used to pierce or open a membrane and at least one protrusion extending from the head. The cap includes a top portion that receives the spike member, a bottom portion that connects to the container and a middle portion that defines a circumferential channel and an axial channel. The protrusion is received within the circumferential channel and the axial channel such that the head can be moved relative to the cap in first a rotational motion and then an axial motion to open the solution container.

Abstract: The present invention provides a package assembly that incorporates a foamable topping under pressure and provides the consumer with a fresh, foamed topping when the package is opened. In one version, the topping material is carried under pressure on top of the liquid contents of the package, and foams when the package is opened. In other versions the topping is carried within the cap or cover of the package, and is selectively dispensed by the consumer after the package has been opened.

Abstract: This is a watch which allows a person to be tracked by the global positioning system and also incorporates safety features to protect an individual in the event of danger.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for dispensing fluids into an air line comprises a container having a valve so as to selectively open the container to allow flow of fluids therefrom, the container being configured with a circumferential channel and with a circumferential groove about its perimeter. The apparatus further comprises a cap having a ring configured to engage the groove so as to rotatably mount the cap onto the container, the cap being further configured with a post formed so as to selectively engage the channel and selectively allow the cap to move axially along the container to actuate the valve. A nozzle extends longitudinally from the cap and is configured with multiple apertures and a spiral thread thereabout so as to be threadably inserted into the air line and dispense fluids therein upon actuation of the valve.

Abstract: An expressing device for a coaxial cartridge with an outer tube and an inner tube. In order to increase the filling volume of coaxial cartridges that can be expressed with commercially available metering guns, the expressing device is provided with a separating device for severing the inner tube and with a deflecting device for deflecting the one or more severed sections of the inner tube toward the inner wall of the outer tube when the coaxial cartridge is expressed.

Abstract: An inkjet cartridge refurbishing apparatus includes a pump assembly with a fluid intake line that can be inserted into a bottle or other reservoir of ink or flushing/cleaning material. Connected to the output of the pump assembly is a fill gun having a fill needle mounted on a handle. The fill gun is operated by inserting the fill needle into an inkjet cartridge and actuating a fill trigger switch on the fill gun. Actuating the fill trigger switch activates the pump assembly to pump ink into the cartridge. An auto-cutoff device may control the volume of fluid pumped into the cartridge.

Abstract: An improved package, suitable for holding a treatment fluid comprising a volatile solvent and kits comprising the package containing the treatment fluid and an applicator are disclosed. The package comprises a reservoir for the liquid which is sealed by a ruturable seal. A cap, coupled to one end of the reservoir, is in the form of a sleeve which is axially translatable along the reservoir from first to second positions. A cutting tool integrated with the cap ruptures the rupturable seal as the cap is moved from first to second positions so that the liquid can thereby be made accessible through an opening in an end wall of the cap. The package provides excellent protection for volatile liquids, yet can be easily opened by a simple press-action, instantly providing access to the liquid so that it can subsequently accessed by a liquid applicator.

Abstract: A liquid dispenser for periodically dispersing a predetermined quantity of an item, such as chlorine or vitamin gel, into a liquid to be dispensed such as water or coffee.

Abstract: A method and device for applying sheet material, such as wallpaper, to a substrate. The applicator is bi-positionable, having a first position where the sheet material is spaced apart from the substrate and a second position where the sheet material contact the substrate. Additionally or alternatively, the applicator may be provided with a control bar. In the first position, the control bar contacts a portion of the sheet material such as its free end. This minimizes the chance of the sheet material prematurely contacting the substrate. In the second position, the sheet material is disengaged from the control bar for application to the substrate. The applicator and sheet material may be provided together in a kit.

Abstract: An apparatus for preparing dialysis liquid includes a container holder 112 for holding an inverted container 102, the container having a tubular body portion which accommodates a powder preparation, a bottom wall, and a sealing member for closing an outlet opening defined at the end of the tubular body portion opposite to the bottom wall. The apparatus also includes a movable cutter 118 for cutting the sealing member, a mesh member 116, horizontally disposed above the tank, for receiving the powder preparation from the container 102, and a nozzle 120 for applying water to the powder preparation which has fallen on the mesh member after the sealing member is cut by the cutter 118. The water and powder are received in a concentrated liquid tank 114a provided under the container holder 112, and the concentrated liquid is diluted with a diluting water as it is supplied to the dialyzer 160.

Abstract: A printing-agent replenishing device including a replenisher which has a container for accommodating a printing agent and a delivery nozzle disposed at one end of the container and which is operable to delivery the printing agent from the delivery nozzle, for replenishing a printing-agent replenishment object in a screen printer, the device further including a cutting wire for cutting off a mass of the printing agent which extends from a free end of the delivery nozzle, and a cutting-wire holding device which holds the cutting wire such that the cutting wire is held in contact with or in close proximity to the free end face of the delivery nozzle, so as to traverse an opening in the free end face, and such that the cutting wire is rotatable about an axis substantially aligned with an axis of the delivery nozzle.

Abstract: A drainage valve tap assembly for connection of a branch line to a main line while simultaneously forming a freeze proof drain comprising a hollow body having a first end and a second end, a cutting tube attached to the first end of the body; a handle having a hollow interior, the handle attached to the second end of the body for rotating the body; and a resilient drain plug extending at least partially in the body for blocking off the flow of water therethrough under a water pressure and for allowing the draining of water therethrough and out of the drainage valve when the water pressure is cut-off.

Abstract: A cap for a container, for a drink of two components, can be stored or carried with the components stored separately. Mixing prior to consumption is effected by a pushing device incorporated into a cover on the cap, which cover is releasably secured to the container. The pushing device bears against a tablet holder the base of which has a low burst of strength. The pushing device can be one of a number of embodiments, all of which can operate with or without an annular cutting ring and flexible seal adjacent the underside of the tablet holder. The cover and tablet holder form a liquid seal with the top of the container until the cover is removed.

Abstract: A container (11) for a liquid containing bag. The container is capable of adjusting the flow rate of a liquid (41) to be poured out. The container includes a container body (12) having an opening (24), and a cap (13) for selectively closing the opening. The container body is closed by a pair of lids (17). The upper end portion of the bag (42) is supported between mating faces (25) of the lids. The cap has fasteners (37) for clamping the upper end portion of the bag. When the cap is slid along grooves (26) formed;in the lids, the fasteners close a pourer (43) of the bag.

Abstract: A container (11) for a liquid containing bag. The container is capable of adjusting the flow rate of a liquid (41) to be poured out. The container includes a container body (12) having an opening (24), and a cap (13) for selectively closing the opening. The container body is closed by a pair of lids (17). The upper end portion of the bag (42) is supported between mating faces (25) of the lids. The cap has fasteners (37) for clamping the upper end portion of the bag. When the cap is slid along grooves (26) formed in the lids, the fasteners close a pourer (43) of the bag.

Abstract: A decorating and cutting device includes a housing. A cutting blade and decorating material dispenser are disposed within the housing and are operable to simultaneously dispense decorating material and cut a target material. The cutting blade includes a depth stop for controlling the depth of cut made by the cutting blade.

Abstract: A decorating and cutting device includes a housing. A cutting blade and decorating material dispenser are disposed within the housing and are operable to simultaneously dispense decorating material and cut a target material.

Abstract: A decorating and cutting device includes a housing. A cutting blade and decorating material dispenser are disposed within the housing and are operable to simultaneously or independently dispense decorating material and/or cut a target material. The cutting blade is biased within the housing to prevent unintentional operation.

Abstract: A container (11) for a liquid containing bag. The container is capable of adjusting the flow rate of a liquid (41) to be poured out. The container includes a container body (12) having an opening (24), and a cap (13) for selectively closing the opening. The container body is closed by a pair of lids (17). The upper end portion of the bag (42) is supported between mating faces (25) of the lids. The cap has fasteners (37) for clamping the upper end portion of the bag. When the cap is slid along grooves (26) formed in the lids, the fasteners close a pourer (43) of the bag.

Abstract: The present invention is embodied in a protective surround in combination with an “internal ejector punch.” The internal ejector punch is either integral to an upper membrane of the protective surround, or is simply disposed within a dome or bubble of a conventional blister-pack type container. For example, given a protective surround such as a blister pack, the internal ejector punch provides the capability to safely protect items within the blister pack such as medication in solid, soft or semi-solid, powder, or liquid form, while allowing such items to be easily and rapidly dispensed from the blister pack by a user. Further, the internal ejector punch is designed to be substantially stronger than the relatively soft blister-pack type container, thereby providing the added benefit of protecting items stored within the internal ejector punch in a manner that would not be possible using only a conventional blister-pack type container.

Abstract: The present invention is embodied in an apparatus, such as a blister pack, having the capability to safely store and protect items such as medication in solid, soft or semi-solid, powder, or liquid form, while allowing such items to be easily and rapidly dispensed by a user. The dispenser of the present invention has a flexible upper membrane forming a dome. A lower membrane serves to seal items between the dispensers' upper and lower membranes. An annular-shaped internal cutter resides within the dome between the upper and lower membranes, oriented perpendicular to the membranes. Items are sealed within the chamber created by the structure of the cutter and the upper and lower membranes. The lower membrane is of sufficient strength to prevent inadvertent tearing or rupturing of the membrane, even when carried in a relatively hostile environment, such as with metal keys in a users pocket.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispensing device for moist towel, comprising a top cover, a push button, top board, an external cylindrical body, a blocking board, a bottom board, and a bottom cover, wherein the top cover and the bottom cover are respectively mounted at the top and the bottom of the external cylindrical body and are fastened at the cylindrical body by engaging holes at the sides of the cylindrical body, the top cover and one lateral side of the cylindrical body are provided with a sliding slot having mounted with the top board and the bottom board and the end section of the top board is provided with a triangular block and the end section of the bottom board is provided with an upward connection board having an engaging hole, and the top of the connection board is provided with an inter-linked push button, the top cover, and the center of the external cylindrical body are provided with a key hole for cutting and holding moist towel with the top and bottom board.

Abstract: A device and method for dispensing flowable materials from a plurality of cartridge assemblies. Under the preferred embodiment, the device comprises a receptacle for carrying a plurality of cartridge assemblies therein. The cartridge assemblies each have a longitudinal axis and include a dispensing nozzle and an elongated tubular wall portion for containing a flowable material therein for dispensing. The wall portion is formed of a material that can be cut by a cutting surface. A drive mechanism is provided for moving an elongate drive rod in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis. A web assembly is secured to the drive rod, the web assembly including a plurality of ejectors extending therefrom. Each ejector is arranged for reciprocal movement along the longitudinal axis within one of the cartridge assemblies between a forward ejecting direction to dispense the flowable material it contains and a return direction.

Abstract: A dispensing gun (2) for us with a cartridge (1), comprising a frame (14) supporting a piston rod (10) and one or more operating levers (16,102) connected to the frame (14) and acting on the piston rod (10), characterised by a reversible ratchet mechanism (26) carried on the piston rod (10) and operated on by one to more operating levers (16,102) for reciprocal motion of the piston rod (10) and a piston (11) for use with a cartridge (1), wherein the piston (11) is attachable to a piston rod (10) in a cartridge (1), the piston comprising a hollow rigid member and a flexible member (12), the flexible member (12) having a periphery which maintains a movable seal with the inside wall of the cartridge, a space being formed between the rigid member and the flexible member allowing movement of the flexible member into the space.

Abstract: A device (2) for effecting opening of a sealed bag-like flexible packet (4) and for dispensing its contents. The device (2) includes two interconnected limbs (6, 8), each limb includes an inside (12) and an outside (10) surface, and is of a size at least equal to one dimension of the packet (4), to facilitate placing the packet (4) in between the limbs (6, 8). The device (2) also includes a mechanism (32, 36) located at the end portions of the limbs (6, 8) facilitating piercing or cutting the packet (4) to form an opening (38), allowing the contents to be dispensed upon effecting a sequential squeezing action on the packet (4) starting from a point distant from the opening (38).

Abstract: An inflation device is provided which is inflatable upon impact by water for marine flotation life preservers, wherein the tip of a striking pin is moved by means of a plunger which is driven by igniting a pyrotechnic charge in the direction of the sealing membrane of a pressure gas cartridge and against the force of a spring, and wherein the tip of the striking pin and the sealing membrane are of electrically conducting material, and wherein during a ready position of the device, the tip of the striking pin bears against the sealing membrane of the pressure gas cartridge and wherein the tip and the sealing membrane are in electrical connection with an indicator unit to form a closed electrical circuit, whereby the presence of an intact sealing membrane of the pressure gas cartridge, or the absence thereof, is detectable.

Abstract: A device for separately storing at least three components, for mixing them together, and for extemporaneously dispensing of the resulting mixture includes: a first receptacle containing a first component; a second receptacle containing a second component and provided with a chimney for receiving the neck of the first receptacle; a shutter disposed in removable manner in the chimney; and an intermediate element disposed in the chimney between the shutter and the opening for receiving the neck, with the intermediate element defining a compartment that contains a third component. The neck, the chimney, and the intermediate element are also organized in such a manner that at the end of a predetermined axial displacement stroke of the neck in the chimney, the shutter is ejected, and the components can mix together.

Abstract: A penetrator for penetrating a stopper sealing an opening in a container. The penetrator includes a stamped piece of sheet material formed to define a shank having a length. A groove extends along the length of the shank. The shank has a pointed distal. The stamped piece of sheet material further includes a bearing plate extending from the shank at a proximal end opposite the distal end of the shank.

Abstract: A penetrator for penetrating a stopper sealing an opening in a container. The penetrator includes a stamped piece of sheet material formed to define a shank having a length. A groove extends along the length of the shank. The shank has a pointed distal. The stamped piece of sheet material further includes a bearing plate extending from the shank at a proximal end opposite the distal end of the shank.

Abstract: A container (11) for a liquid containing bag. The container is capable of adjusting the flow rate of a liquid (41) to be poured out. The container includes a container body (12) having an opening (24), and a cap (13) for selectively closing the opening. The container body is closed by a pair of lids (17). The upper end portion of the bag (42) is supported between mating faces (25) of the lids. The cap has fasteners (37) for clamping the upper end portion of the bag. When the cap is slid along grooves (26) formed in the lids, the fasteners close a pourer (43) of the bag.

Abstract: A removing device for liquid in a flexible packing by means of which an unintentional escape of liquid and the ingress of air, dirt and microorganisms in the product accommodated in said packing can be prevented reliably and permanently. In order to achieve this, the removing device according to the present invention is provided with a tubular straw element including the inlet of the removing device and with a closure element associated with the outlet. The flexible packing according to the present invention, which is used for accommodating a liquid, is provided with an insertion area for inserting a removing device, said insertion area being defined by an opening formed in the envelope of said flexible packing and closed by a foil in the initial state, said foil being of such a nature that it will sealingly wrap itself around the introduced removing device thus forming a tentlike shape.

Abstract: A device for withdrawing a liquid from a sealed glass ampoule includes a frame holding the sealed glass ampoule in upright or slightly inclined position, such that a tip of the ampoule points upwardly. An element is provided which will press or knock against the side of the tip or neck of the ampoule in order to break the tip of the ampoule in the region of the neck. The device further includes a withdrawing element which can be introduced into the glass ampoule in an area between the bottom of the ampoule and the surface of the liquid therein, and which includes a cannula for withdrawing the liquid.

Abstract: A water dispensing system has collapsible water bags locatable on a stand above a water cooler. The water cooler may be of conventional form or any convenient form having a cooling reservoir. A conduit leads from the collapsible bag into the cooling reservoir and is provided with a control valve to control the flow of water into the reservoir. The stand may be locatable on the top of the water cooler and have a bowl to hold the water bag. A sharp extension of the conduit extends upwardly into the bowl to puncture the water bag when It is placed in the bowl. The bags may be provided with a peel-off cover for reasons of hygiene. The peel-off cover may be removed immediately before the bag is located in the bowl. Advantages of the collapsible bag water dispensing system include easy of location of the bag in the water cooler. Lids may be provided above both the bag and for the cooling reservoir to further enhance hygiene.

Abstract: A container (1) with two receiving spaces (3, 5) for liquids that are to be mixed only just prior to use has a bottle-shaped lower part (2) with first receiving space (3) and an upper part (4) which can be mounted on lower part (2) and has a second receiving space (5). Second receiving space (5) is connected to receiving space (5) of lower part (2) by an opening, which is initially closed by a diaphragm (20) or a closure plug (35) and is opened only just before the mixed liquids are to be used. To do this, diaphragm (20) is slit by a cutting edge (36) corresponding to closure top (10). If the opening is closed by a stopper-shaped closure (35), closure top (10) has a plunger (40) for pushing closure plug (3) out. Both cutting edge (36) and plunger (40) are connected to the closure top so that they can be activated by a screwing motion of closure top (10).

Abstract: A cartridge containing two liquids, includes a first elongated cylindrical housing having a first end and a second opposite end; a second elongated cylindrical housing having a first end and a second opposite end; the first and second elongated housings being connected together in a lengthwise direction thereof at the first ends thereof and being slidable relative to each other in said lengthwise direction; a first pressure stopper fitted at the second end of the first elongated housing, the first pressure stopper having a central weakened zone which may be crossed when the cartridge is closed; a second pressure stopper fitted at the second end of the second elongated housing, the second pressure stopper having a central weakened zone which may be crossed when the cartridge is closed; a longitudinal needle with thin walls and a sharpened end, provided at the first end of the first elongated housing; a tearable membrane fitted to the first half of the second elongated housing adjacent the end of the needle; an

Abstract: A sanitary self sealing viscid product dispenser includes a storage chamber, having an upper end and a lower end, for storing a product to be dispensed; a dispensing device, adjacent the lower end, for dispensing the product; a plunger device, having a piston and a shaft, for compressing the product within the storage chamber toward the dispensing device; a ratchet driven transmission system engaging the shaft to dispense a predetermined amount of the product; a top portion, for covering the upper end and housing the transmission system; a self-cleaning cutting device, adjacent the dispensing device, for simultaneously cutting the product and sealing the dispensing device; and a dual action lever for actuating the transmission system in a first position to dispense the predetermined amount of the product and a second position for actuating the cutting device to cut the product, sealing the dispensing device.

Abstract: A can-breaker including a first and a second clamping members pivotally connected with each other by a pivot member. The second clamping member is disposed with a thrusting section having a first fixing seat and a thrusting sting. An outer cover is fitted on outer side of the thrusting section. The outer cover is pivotally connected with the second clamping member. One end of the outer cover is disposed with a second fixing seat. A resilient member is connected between the first and second fixing seats. The thrusting sting is prevented from be bent or deformed. So, it can prolong the using life of the can-breaker.

Abstract: A dispense module for both carbonated and non-carbonated beverages is connected to a postmix beverage dispenser in the same space that any well-known dispensing valve occupies. The module includes a housing having a front-loading, refrigerated chamber for receiving a disposable concentrate package, a motor and pump drive, a refrigeration system, a front door, a water on-off valve, a water flow control, and a control system. The disposable concentrate package includes an integral concentrate container and pump, mixer and nozzle unit. The dispense module can be an integral part of a new dispenser and can also be retrofitted onto existing dispensers in place of one or more dispensing valves to dispense either carbonated or non-carbonated beverages. The concentrate packages are easily and quickly inserted into and removed from the module to change flavors as desired.

Abstract: A beverage device is provided for separately storing two beverages and for selectively dispensing the beverages sequentially or in combination. The beverage device includes a cap assembly attached to a conventional drink bottle, the cap assembly having an inner cylindrical housing rotatably nested within an outer cylindrical housing. The housings are generally hollow and present apertures which facilitate the dispensing or mixing of beverages when properly aligned. The inner housing includes a channel which allows a drink to be drawn through a spout from the bottle by a user upon alignment of apertures between the housings. The inner housing further includes a chamber for storing a beverage until apertures in the inner and outer housings are aligned to release the beverage into the bottle for mixing and dispensing. Alignment of appropriate housing apertures is accomplished by rotation of the inner housing within the outer housing.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container for the sealing of tires with punctures, with which it is possible to first mix a liquid sealant and a filler when sealing is to take place, but to keep them separate during the prior storage. The container has a first chamber for filler and a second chamber for the liquid sealant. The chambers are fixedly or movably connected together and at least one of the chambers can be compressed. Between the chambers there is a partition wall, which consists at least in part of a rupturable member which is torn so that the liquid sealant and the filler mix before injection of the mixture into the tire via an outlet valve by compression of the chamber.

Abstract: A caulking gun which is similar to a conventional caulking gun in all respects except that it is reduced in length, and accepts a caulking compound cartridge with a tube length preferably approximately one-half the length of a conventional cartridge tube. The caulking gun can fit into tight spaces such as cupboards, closets, behind doors, etc.

Abstract: A filling device for the proportioned delivery of very viscous materials comprises a filling pipe with a material outlet end in the vicinity of a front. At the outlet end, provision is made for a cutting head, which is rotatable relative to the filling pipe about a common central longitudinal axis. A cutting knife, which preferably consists of a spring steel wire, is disposed detachably and replaceably on the cutting head.

Abstract: Apparatus for heating and venting a container. The apparatus has a heating station for the container. A heater is disposed to supply heat to the heating station. A drive has a body and a reciprocable member. The body is mounted in predetermined relation to the receiving station. The reciprocable member is movable relative to the receiving station between a first position and a second position. A cannula is joined to the reciprocable member. The cannula has a hollow bore. The cannula is movable between a retracted position and an extended position by movement of the reciprocable member between the first position and the second position. A vent line communicates with the bore and the ambient environment.

Abstract: A dispensing closure for a sealed enteral fluid container includes a threaded cap with a central air inlet in the cap top covered by a hydrophobic/oleophobic air filter and an offset opening for a spike with an outwardly extending tubular spike guide. A resilient liner serves as a primary gasket seal between the cap top and the container neck lip and also seals to the spike during use while allowing air flow from the air inlet and filter along the spike into the container as enteral fluid is being withdrawn through the spike.

Abstract: A container for separately storing at least two products, mixing those products and for dispensing the mixture includes a first reservoir for liquid and a second cylindrical reservoir for powder. The second reservoir has a mouth that is contiguous with the first reservoir. A movable wall blocks the mouth of the second reservoir. A cylindrical part is movable from a position outside the second reservoir through the second reservoir and into the first reservoir after penetrating the mouth of the first reservoir by displacing the movable wall to thereby displace the powder into the first reservoir.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing two sprayable substances in a user selectable ratio. The dispensing apparatus comprises first and second pressurized containers for holding first and second sprayable substances. The dispensing apparatus further includes a manifold member having first and second inlet openings and an outlet opening. The inlet openings receive the dispensing ends of the first and second pressurized containers. The manifold member includes two passages which are in fluid communication between the first and second inlet openings and the outlet opening, respectively. A selector member having a single opening extending therethrough is provided in fluid communication with the first and second passages in the manifold member. The selector member is selectably rotatable with respect to the outlet opening in the manifold member.

Abstract: A pressurized can for the expulsion of building foams such as single-component polyurethane foams, the body of which is a cylinder, with a preferably pushed-in bottom. The body also includes a dome-like top section with a valve which expels the can contents consisting of a product component and a propellant. A floating plunger mounted on the interior wall of the cylinder separates the propellant gas chamber from the product component. The floating plunger has a cavity in its upper side, in which a component reactive with the product component is sealed off from the product component by a seal. A trigger device is placed in the dome-like top section to open the seal when the plunger reaches a position immediately below the dome-like top section.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a first container (12) for containing a component C and a cavity (30) for receiving a separate cartridge (60). A first piston (34) is received in the container (12) and a second piston (78) is received in the cartridge (60). A blade (48) extends between the piston (34) and piston (78) for slicing the separate cartridge (60) as the pistons move so that the component C and a second component C1 in the separate cartridge (60) are expelled from the dispenser. A valve arrangement (100) can be coupled to an outlet (18) for the dispenser in order to dispense the components C and C1 and a flexible sleeve (50) may be arranged in the container (12) between a sidewall of the container (12) and the piston (34) for sealing any space between the piston (34) and the sidewall of the container (12).

Abstract: A dispenser has a first container (12) for containing a component C and a cavity (30) for receiving a separate cartridge (60). A first piston (34) is received in the container (12) and a second piston (78) is received in the cartridge (60). A blade (48) extends between the piston (34) and piston (78) for slicing the separate cartridge (60) as the pistons move so that the component C and a second component C1 in the separate cartridge (60) are expelled from the dispenser. A valve arrangement (100) can be coupled to an outlet (18) for the dispenser in order to dispense the components C and C1 and a flexible sleeve (50) may be arranged in the container (12) between a sidewall of the container (12) and the piston (34) for sealing any space between the piston (34) and the sidewall of the container (12).