УСТРОЙСТВА И ЕМКОСТИ ДЛЯ ПРИГОТОВЛЕНИЯ НАПИТКА В ПРОЗРАЧНОЙ КАМЕРЕ

Изобретение относится к пищевой промышленности. Устройство для приготовления пива, содержащее: корпус; одноразовую камеру для приготовления пива, имеющую по меньшей мере два отдельных отделения, включающих первое отделение и второе отделение, причем первое отделение содержит концентрированное пиво; по меньшей мере один источник газированной жидкости для смешивания с концентрированным пивом в первом отделении, при этом первое отделение и второе отделение разделены непрозрачной перегородкой, содержащей мелкую сетку, проницаемую для приготовленного газированного жидкого пива, а второе отделение содержит прозрачную стенку, обеспечивающую возможность пользователю смотреть внутрь второго отделения и видеть приготовленное газированное жидкое пиво, причем прозрачная стенка представляет собой по меньшей мере одну часть внешней части указанного устройства; и выдачное устройство для выдачи приготовленного пива. 20 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил.

РАЗЛИВНОЙ АВТОМАТ ДЛЯ НАПИТКА

Изобретение представляет собой разливной автомат для питьевой воды. Автомат обеспечивает подачу напитка из контейнера для напитка через систему труб, при этом предусмотрено устройство, предназначенное для тепловой стерилизации системы труб и соединительной части контейнера для напитка, соединенного с системой труб и крана. Разливной автомат обеспечивает подачу напитка из контейнера для напитка через систему труб и кран, при этом предусмотрено устройство, предназначенное для тепловой стерилизации системы труб и крана. Между контейнером для напитка и резервуаром для горячего напитка расположено поглощающее средство для восприятия повышения уровня воды, вызванное объемным расширением горячего напитка в резервуаре для горячего напитка. Таким образом, обеспечивается стерилизация системы в разливном автомате, при которой не требуется дополнительного ввода горячей воды. 9 н. и 33 з.п. ф-лы, 10 ил., 2 табл.

УСТРОЙСТВО ВЫДАЧИ С УПРАВЛЯЕМОЙ ВЫДАЧЕЙ ЖИДКОСТИ

Устройство для выдачи жидкостей из деформируемых емкостей (10) с первым удерживающим устройством (2) для удерживания первого участка (10a) емкости, со вторым удерживающим устройством (4) для удерживания второго участка (10b) емкости. Второй участок емкости расположен на расстоянии от первого участка емкости, емкость на участке расположена между этими удерживающими устройствами (2, 4) и, таким образом, может деформироваться за счет относительного движения одного удерживающего устройства относительно другого, с приводным устройством (22) для выработки относительного движения между обоими удерживающими устройствами (2, 4) с целью деформации расположенной между этими удерживающими устройствами (2, 4) емкости таким образом, что происходит уменьшение ее внутреннего объема, и с устройством (40) выдачи, которое соединено по потоку с емкостью и через которое находящаяся в емкости жидкость может выдаваться в результате сжатия. Устройство содержит управляющее устройство (20), которое осуществляет ...

ОДНОСТОРОННИЙ КЛАПАН, УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ КЛАПАНА

... 1. Устройство для асептического хранения жидкости и распределения множества порций хранящейся жидкости, содержащее конструкцию из одностороннего клапана и резервуара с изменяемым объемом, содержащую (а) односторонний клапан, имеющий (i) корпус клапана, содержащий, по крайней мере, один канал для жидкости и (ii) крышку клапана, изготовленную из эластичного материала и содержащую основание крышки, установленное на корпус клапана и прочно закрепленное по отношению к нему, и проходящую в аксиальном направлении клапанную часть, при этом клапанная часть имеет заданную толщину в радиальном направлении и образует нормально закрытый проходящий в аксиальном направлении канал клапана, и клапанная часть способна перемещаться в радиальном направлении между закрытым в нормальном состоянии положением и открытым положением, при котором, по крайней мере, один сегмент клапанной части удален в радиальном направлении от закрытого положения, что приводит к жидкостной взаимосвязи канала клапана и, по крайней ...

УСТРОЙСТВА И ЕМКОСТИ ДЛЯ ПРИГОТОВЛЕНИЯ НАПИТКА В ПРОЗРАЧНОЙ КАМЕРЕ

СОПРЯГАЮЩЕЕ И ОТКРЫВАЮЩЕЕ ЕМКОСТЬ УСТРОЙСТВО СО ЩУПОМ

УКУПОРОЧНОЕ СРЕДСТВО ДЛЯ ЁМКОСТИ

... 1. Изделие (10, 110, 210), включающее в себя:стеклянную емкость (12, 112), содержащую горловину (24, 124), имеющую внутренний канал (32, 132), включающий в себя сквозное отверстие (34, 134), упорное отверстие (36, 136) и внутреннюю ступень (38, 138), расположенную между сквозным отверстием и упорным отверстием; иукупорочное средство (14, 114, 214), соединенное с горловиной емкости и расположенное в упорном отверстии посредством посадки с натягом между горловиной емкости и металлической наружной стенкой укупорочного средства, при этом посадка с натягом неразъемно крепит укупорочное средство к емкости для обеспечения контроля первого вскрытия изделия, причем внутренний осевой конец укупорочного средства расположен в емкости в осевом направлении на внутренней ступени, а наружный осевой конец укупорочного средства выступает в осевом направлении из емкости за кромку емкости для создания противокапельного эффекта.2. Изделие по п. 1, которое является изделием, препятствующим повторному наполнению ...

Abfuelleinrichtung

Vorrichtung zur Abgabe von Getränken.

AUSFLUSSARMATUR

SPENDER FÜR VISKOSE LEBENSMITTELPRODUKTE

Abfuellboden fuer Getraenke

BYPASS SPIKE

... 1471022 Venting/delivery device HAEMONETICS CORP 30 April 1974 [11 May 1973] 18926/74 Heading B8V A sealed container of liquid, e.g. saline solution is emptied using a moulded plastics by-pass spike 20, 21 or 22, that has a tip 35 for penetrating the seal 14 of the container, a passageway for liquid flow and a gas vent which comprises a central thin-walled rigid metal tube 30, preferably of stainless steel and of small diameter, said tube extending beyond the tip to prevent the vent gas being drawn out with the liquid. The by-pass spike is formed as three separate mouldings, i.e. tip member 31, central member 32, and body 33; these are preferably of synthetic resin such as polystyrene or polycarbonate and are either welded or bonded together. The tip 35 has parts 36 that preferably have smooth contours to avoid damage to the seal and which open into a flow passage 52. This in turn is connected to the space 93 by passageways 91 and 92, Fig. 9, on either side of a rectangular part 82 at the ...

Beverage dispensing arrangement

Improvements relating to barrels or casks

Liquid dispenser with magnetically operated valve

A liquid condiment, eg. oil or vinegar, dispenser comprises a main body 10 with a lid 11 and, at the base, a closure member 20 with a spout 24 from a bore 23. The bore is closed by a stopper 30 having a spherical component 31 engaging with a seating 25, a disc and a magnetic cylindrical member (32, 33, Figure 2). A magnet 16 is movable to and fro in an infolding 15 of the main body, to attract the stopper up and so dispense liquid or to release the stopper and so cease dispensing. The stopper is urged downwards into engagement with the seating by a plurality of inner circumferential arms (41, Figure 3) forming part of a cap member 35 and acting as leaf springs which bear against the stopper. Condiment sediment may collect in the annular space around the periphery of the cap member 35. The dispenser may be used with a stand to catch drips. The magnet 16 may be spring loaded to automatically return to its outward position. ...

Volumetric dispenser

Beverage dispenser

A WATER BOTTLE REFILL SYSTEM.

The present invention provides a water bottle refill system comprising a main frame bottle water stand having a water outlet; a water bottle adapted to invertedly mate with the stand and which is provided with an air vent and a purified water inlet at its top portion, flow of water through which is automatically regulated by virtue of a float valve mechanism mounted therein; and an "O" shaped sealing member adapted to seal the water bottle to the stand.

Refrigerator door having dispenser

"Liquid container"

A container 1 for liquid having a pipe 3, 2, 4 by means of which liquid can be removed by syphoning has a means, to close the pipe inlet as the liquid level falls, so that the pipes remain full of liquid and the syphon effect is not destroyed. The closing means is preferably a float operated valve. An outer shell can be provided around the container 1 also to enclose the pipe 4. Provision of such an outer shell makes the container heat- insulating. The space between the outer shell and the container 1 may be evacuated to produce a vacuum flask. ...

Apparatus for preparing and dispensing beverages

A box-like housing 1 is fitted with a water tap 21, a magazine 23 for the basic material or ingredients in separate containers and a cup magazine 24 at its front. Below these, the housing 1 has a protruding bottom 22 as a support shelf and spillage container. A door 6 at one side affords access to the upper part of the interior of the apparatus, which is surrounded by an insulated case 7, which accommodates a loosely-disposed or freely-disposed container 8 having a container tap 19 connected to the water tap 21 via a nipple and a hose or a pipe 20. ...

Beverage dispenser

A dispenser unit for chilled beverages including a housing (11) for receiving a collapsible bladder containing a beverage and an outlet tap (22) for dispensing the beverage. The tap protrudes through an aperture (16) provided on the housing and is locked into a cradle (20) forming a part of the aperture by means of a slidable holding member (21) which releasably holds the tap in the aperture. The slidable element (21) may include resilient locking legs (60, figures 5, 6) which prevent the element being separated from the housing. The housing may include a removable bladder holder (15). The unit may include refrigeration means.

Alternative pump

A bottle pourer

A bottle pourer 10, comprising a base 20, a pourer tube 40, and a tube cover 50 that extends from the base to the distal end of the pourer tube 40. The tube cover 50 moves between an open position and a closed position, where the tube cover 50 closes the mouth of the pourer tube 40. Pourer tube 40 is preferably at least 45mm long. The tube cover 50 could be pivotally connected to the base 20 or perhaps to a base cover (60, figure 2), and could comprise paddles 55 and 57 (figure 2) to move between open and closed positions. Retention elements 56 could engage the base to keep the cover either open or closed. The pourer 10 could comprise an air tube 30 that extends from the base 20 by at least 20mm. The air tube 30 could open into an interior space that may be blocked by a plug (59, figure 4) when the tube cover 50 is in a closed position. The pourer could comprise a gravity biased ball valve and annular ribs 21, 22, 23 and 24.

Improvements in or relating to beverage dispensers

... 1,088,609. Beverage dispensers. JET SPRAY COOLER Inc. Nov. 9, 1965 [Feb. 23, 1965], No. 47495/65. Heading A4T. The seal between one or more bottom openings in a beverage dispenser bowl 34 having downwardly opening channels 42 comprises an annular grommet having a body part 50 sealing in the channel and a bottom inward flange 52 which flexes upwardly and seals against a cooling dome 20 when the bowl rests on its stand.

Improvements in and relating to liquid dispensing apparatus

... 390,676. Stirring-apparatus. VACHOUX, W., 57, Rue de Montchoisy, Geneva, Switzerland. June 16,1932, No. 17096. Convention date, June 19, 1931. [Class 86.] Apparatus for dispensing milk &c. comprises a reservoir 2, from which the mill, is discharged through an orifice 5 by a piston 7. The pistonrod 8 is carried by a frame 9 which can be raised in guides in the framing 1 by a cord &c. 10 and pulley 11, the piston &c. being then allowed to descend by their own weight. The pistonrod carries a stirrer comprising pivoted rods 12 carrying a plate 13, and is rotatable through gearing 20, 21 from a spindle 22. The latter is rotated against the action of a spring 23 by pulling a cord wound on a pulley 25.

Improved means for controlling the discharge of liquids from containers

... 284,894. Jones, (G. S. April 1, 1927. Drop - delivering apparatus. - A device for controlling the discharge of liquids from invertible containers, e.g., bottles holding scents, medicines, &c., consists of a stopper or bottle neck with a chamber or a fine tortuous passage therein, the bends or like parts being adapted to trap air and prevent the liquid from flowing until the air lock is destroyed by shaking the bottle. Fig. 1 shows a bottle neck with a plug 4 formed with a tortuous passage consisting of two grooves 4, 5 the outer and inner ends of which respectively are connected by an inclined groove 6. The stopper 7 having been removed, the bottle is inverted, and liquid runs out through the grooves until the air entering is trapped at the point 8, when the flow ceases. In a modification, the groove 5 has a T-shaped lateral extension, and in another modification, a waved helical groove, extending round the plug, is used instead of the groove 4, 5, 6. In the form shown in Fig. 4, two plugs ...

HOT BEVERAGE DISPENSER

... 1489951 Hot beverage dispenser JET SPRAY COOLER Inc 16 July 1975 [27 Nov 1974] 29825/75 Addition to 1472662 Heading A4T A beverage dispenser comprises a liquid, e.g. water, storage reservoir 50 connected to delivery tank 20 via a valve 94 which is mounted on the reservoir so that the reservoir can be removed for filling, the valve being opened automatically upon its replacement of the reservoir. The delivery tank 20 has a heater 24 and is supplied by a pipe 62 from an annular chamber 102 as in Parent Specification. The valve 94 has a ball 132, Fig. 4, which can seat at either end of a sleeve 128 of a plastics valve housing fixed to the base wall 96 of the reservoir by a bayonet-type fitting. A float valve 80 in an intermediate chamber has a pin 86 to engage the ball 132 to open the valve upon its initial replacement and close the valve upon the chamber 104 becoming full.

Vent fitting for liquid containers

... 869,479. Venting. GILBEY Ltd., W. & A., and P. A. PERMUTA (PLASTICS) Ltd. Nov. 26, 1959 [Nov. 28, 1958], No. 38463/58. Classes 21 and 125(3). A vent fitting for a container 1 comprises a disc 6 with tubular stems 7, 8 extending concentrically from opposite faces, and a screw cap 5 on the stem 8, the screw threads being a loose fit or provided with an axial groove to permit air to enter the container when the cap is partially unscrewed. The vent can be closed by screwing the cap down on to a seating washer 13. The fitting may be of synthetic resin and may have a cork 10 on the stem 7. The screw thread on the stem 8 may be such that an electric lamp holder can be screwed thereon.

FLOW CONTROL DEVICE

LIQUID SUPPLY APPARATUS

VOLUMETRIC DONOR

DEVICE, UNIT AND SYSTEM FOR FLUID EXTRACTION

Filling Device

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Abfüllvorrichtung zum Abfüllen von Material aus einem flexiblen Schüttgutbehälter, wobei die Abfüllvorrichtung einen Hohlkörper (2) aufweist, der eine obere und eine untere Öffnungsfläche aufweist, wobei das obere Ende des Hohlkörpers (2) in das Innere des flexiblen Schüttgutbehälters ragt, sodass Material vom flexiblen Schüttgutbehälter durch die obere Öffnungsfläche des Hohlkörpers (2) in diesen eindringen kann, wobei am unteren Ende des Hohlkörpers (2) ein Verschluss vorliegt, welcher eine obere Platte (4) und eine untere Platte (5) aufweist, wobei die untere Platte (5) um die Achse eines Bolzens (8) geschwenkt werden kann, zwischen einer ersten Position, in welcher sie die Öffnung der oberen Platte (4) vollständig verschließt und einer zweiten Position, in welcher die Öffnung der oberen Platte (4) zumindest teilweise freigegeben ist, wobei die untere Platte (5) eine Struktur (12) aufweist, welche zumindest einen Teil der Standfläche der Abfüllvorrichtung ...

Filling device

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Abfüllvorrichtung zum Abfüllen von Material aus einem flexiblen Schüttgutbehälter, wobei die Abfüllvorrichtung einen Hohlkörper (2) aufweist, der eine obere und eine untere Öffnungsfläche aufweist, wobei das obere Ende des Hohlkörpers (2) in das Innere des flexiblen Schüttgutbehälters ragt, sodass Material vom flexiblen Schüttgutbehälter durch die obere Öffnungsfläche des Hohlkörpers (2) in diesen eindringen kann, wobei am unteren Ende des Hohlkörpers (2) ein Verschluss vorliegt, welcher eine obere Platte (4) und eine untere Platte (5) aufweist, wobei die untere Platte (5) um die Achse eines Bolzens (8) geschwenkt werden kann, zwischen einer ersten Position, in welcher sie die Öffnung der oberen Platte (4) vollständig verschließt und einer zweiten Position, in welcher die Öffnung der oberen Platte (4) zumindest teilweise freigegeben ist, wobei die untere Platte (5) eine Struktur (12) aufweist, welche zumindest einen Teil der Standfläche der Abfüllvorrichtung ...

MORE FLUSSIGKEITSPORTIONIERER TO POURING OUT GET CLIMBING

DEVICE FOR DELIVERING LIQUIDS.

OUTPUT UNIT FOR GASHALTIGE BEVERAGES.

AUTOMATIC REFILLING REGULATION.

MORE FLUSSIGKEITSPORTIONIERER TO POURING OUT GET CLIMBING

DEVICE TO THE DELIVERY OF BEVERAGES.

TAPPING COCK

Container coupling and opening device with probe

Coupling device (100, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400) configured to be mechanically coupled to a cap (102, 1303) of a container (123, 1301, 1401) in a coupled configuration. The coupling device can be used in combination with a crop protection spray system (1409)and comprises a single probe (124, 1407) and a first and a second mechanical mechanism. The first and the second mechanical mechanisms are independent from each other. A first mechanism allows drawing the cap (102, 1303) and the container (123, 1301, 1401) towards the coupling device (100, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400) thereby sealing and locking the cap (102, 1303) and the coupling device (100, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400) into a desired position. The second mechanism facilitates actually moving the probe (124) to thereby lifting the probe (124) with the closure insert (101, 1302, 1408) into the container (123, 1301, 1401). The coupling device (100, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400) may comprise a first, second and third tube (1304, 1306, 1315) which are arranged ...

LIQUID DISPENSER

Oriented independent fuel reservoir containing liquid fuel

Volatile material dispenser

An emanator (24, 60) for a volatile material comprises an elongate element having a first plurality of fibres (12, 68) distributed along its length and extending therefrom or substantially perpendicular thereto. The emanator further comprises a fluid pathway for the conveyance of volatile material along the emanator. The pathway comprises one or more second fibres (14, 64) substantially extending in a direction along the length of the element. A system (22, 72) for releasing a volatile material into a room comprises at least one such emanator, a fluid reservoir (26, 74) for a volatile material and a fluid delivery system (28, 76) for delivering fluid from the reservoir to the emanator.

Fluid treating and dispensing device, systems, articles, and methods

Dispenser and refill unit

PORTABLE QUICK CHILLING AND HEATING APPLIANCE

CO-DISPENSING CONTAINER AND METHOD OF FILLING SAME

SEALLESS MODULAR POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT DISPENSER

Modular positive displacement apparatus (20) for dispensing precise quantities of a fluid product including a dispensing unit (22) and an actuator unit (26). A housing (30) of the dispensing unit (22) defines a reservoir (36) which contains the product under pressure. Within the housing is a ball-type closure mechanism (47, 49). A deformable diaphragm (50) isolates the reservoir from the mechanism (26) which actuates the dispensing unit (22) to prevent undesirable escape of the product. The diaphragm (50) may be of a number of shapes, depending upon the length of the stroke desired. The dispensing unit (22) is readily removable from the actuator unit (26) and can be readily replaced with another dispensing unit. Different nozzle (76) sizes can also be accommodated. The length of the stroke is adjustable in discrete increments.

DISPENSERS FOR GASIFIED BEVERAGES

A dispenser for a gasified beverage comprising a housing (1), a container (5) of gasified beverage in said housing, a container (8) of gas in said housing for topping up the beverage container with gas, and a single dispensing valve unit (4) operatively connected to both of said containers and manually accessible to the user, said valve unit being so arranged, as, when operated, both to dispense the beverage and to cause topping up gas to be released from the gas container and supplied to the beverage container.

BEVERAGE DISPENSER WITH IMPROVED IN-BOWL WHIPPER

BEVERAGE DISPENSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF

Disclosed herein is beverage dispensing system including, in some embodiments, a housing including a dispensing platform, one or more valves at least partially below the dispensing platform, one or more valve-controlling modules respectively disposed in one or more cutouts of the housing, and an embedded system including the one or more valve- controlling modules and a central module communicatively coupled to the one or more valve- controlling modules. Each valve may include a beverage-container coupler extending from the valve through a corresponding opening in the dispensing platform configured to couple with bottom-fillable beverage containers for use with the beverage dispensing system. Each valve- controlling module may include a user-facing touchpad with one or more buttons configured to control a corresponding valve of the one or more valves. The embedded system may be configured for beverage dispensation as well as analytics, communications, payment processing, or a combination ...

REMOVABLE RESERVOIR WATER DISPENSING SYSTEM THAT MAINTAINS A PRE-SET DISPENSING TEMPERATURE

A removable reservoir water dispensing system which includes a water dispenser body with a built-in water reservoir and a coupling for connecting a removable water reservoir to the built-in reservoir. A drainage pipe, through which water is drained from the built-in reservoir, extends through a bottom of the built-in reservoir. The drainage pipe has a first end and a second end. The second end is connected to a dispensing faucet on the water dispenser body. The first end extends vertically into the built-in water reservoir for at least one third of a height of the built-in water reservoir. Water in the built-in water reservoir, positioned below the first end of the drainage pipe, is unable to pass through the drainage pipe to the dispensing faucet and is always resident in the built-in water reservoir at a pre-set dispensing temperature.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTING AND DISPENSING CHOCOLATE

Systems for dispensing chocolate, in one aspect including a generally fluid-tight exterior housing with first volume; a vertical support member; a base support member; a dispenser guiding member within the first volume; an extruder connection member extending through the housing and having a first end within the housing and a second end outside of the housing, defining a pivot axis; an extruder member connected to the first end; a lever connected to the second end; at least one extruder guide member within the first volume and connected to the extruder member; and at least one extruder guide rail connected to the housing within the first volume and capable of receiving the at least one extruder guide member; and where manual actuation of the lever pivots the extruder member in cooperation with the at least one extruder guide member.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CARTRIDGE-BASED CARBONATION OF BEVERAGES

Systems, methods and cartridges for carbonating or otherwise dissolving gas in a precursor liquid, such as water, to form a beverage. A gas source (41) can be provided in a cartridge (4) which is used to generate gas that is dissolved into the precursor liquid. A beverage medium (42), such as a powdered drink mix or liquid syrup, may be provided in the same, or a separate cartridge as the gas source (4) and mixed with the precursor liquid to form a beverage. The use of one or more cartridges for the gas source (4) and/or beverage medium (42) may make for an easy to use and mess-free system for making sparkling beverages, e.g., in the consumer's home.

FLUID TREATING AND DISPENSING DEVICE, SYSTEMS, ARTICLES, AND METHODS

Disclosed are portable fluid treating and dispensing devices, systems, articles, and methods particularly adapted for use in treating potable liquids, such as drinking water, and dispensing it into a plurality of portable potable liquid containers, such as water bottles.

KIT COMPRISING A LIQUID CONTAINER AND A REFILL DEVICE

A kit comprising of a container (20) arranged to be in an inverted configuration and having a cap (21) at its lower end, in use, the cap (21) having an outlet orifice extending axially into the container (20) which is selectively sealed at its axially innermost end by a resiliently biased seal, a disc within the outlet orifice on which the seal sits, a plurality of spokes holding the disc in place, so that, with the seal open, flow paths are formed between the outlet orifice, the disc and the spokes; and a refill device, the refill device comprising a nozzle (41) with a plurality of castellations which fit into the outlet orifice of the container (20) between the spokes to lift the seal from the seat to open a flow path for the ingress of liquid.

GRAVITY DISPENSER

Einrichtung zum Ausschenken von Flüssigkeiten, insbesondere von Wein.

Einrichtung zum Ausschank von Wein, Süssmost, moussierenden Getränken etc. aus Grossglasflaschen.

Uber Flur zu montierende Aufbewahrungs- und Kippvorrichtung für Flüssigkeitsbehälter.

Saftgefäss mit Luftkeimfilter und unterem Auslauf.

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum genussbereiten Ausschank von Getränkeresten.

Vorrichtung zur Aufnahme und Abgabe von Flüssigkeiten.

Ausschenkkippe für Flüssigkeiten, insbesondere für depothaltige Fruchtsäfte.

Einrichtung zum sterilen Ausschank von keimfreiem unvergorenem Obst- und Traubensaft aus Gross-Glasgefässen mit Luftfilter.

Appareil distributeur de fluide.

Vorrichtung zum Ausschank von Flüssigkeiten.

Abgabevorrichtung für Getränke

Milch-Ausmesswagen

Apparat zur Abgabe bemessener Flüssigkeitsmengen

Outil pour la fermeture de récipients

Lager-, Verkaufs- und Ausschankbehälter, insbesondere für Whisky

Dosiereinrichtung zum Ausschank von Flüssigkeiten

Vorrichtung an einem Behälter zur dosierten Abgabe von aus demselben auszugiessenden Flüssigkeitsmengen

Gefäss mit hermetisch abschliessendem Gleitdeckel zur Aufbewahrung von Flüssigkeiten, insbesondere Getränken

Automate pour la préparation d'une boisson

Abgabevorrichtung für Flüssigkeiten, insbesondere für Kaffeerahm

Storage and discharging mount for the storage of liquid media and for making such media available for consumption

A storage and discharging mount for the storage of liquid media and for making such media available for consumption which has a light, portable structure is composed of a supporting frame (1) for a plurality of rows of containers (19) which are stacked one on top of the other. The containers (19) are connected to one another by means of pipes (24) to form individual sets of containers in such a way that the filling levels of the containers are always symmetrical relative to a vertical plane of symmetry of the supporting frame (1). As a result of this, the supporting frame (1) is evenly loaded and a light structure is made possible. The sets of containers (19) are each connected to a recoil valve tap (25), by means of which they are also refilled. ...

Outflow fitting for a liquid container

The fitting (E) for liquid vessels (B) is provided with two electrodes (5, 6) which are used to trigger a warning signal when the vessel is almost empty. The insertion part (1, 2, 3) can be screwed by means of a union nut (3) onto the outlet (SP) of the vessel and has a nozzle (3) for connection of a flexible tube. ...

DRINK DISPENSER CAPABLE OF RELEASING GAS IN SOLUTION.

System for dosed dispensing a liquid.

System (100) zum dosierten Ausgeben einer Flüssigkeit, insbesondere eines Getränks. Das System umfasst ein Gefäss mit einem Boden (105) und mit wenigstens einer Öffnung (106). Am Gefäss ist ein Zapfhahn (115) angeordnet. Durch die Öffnung (106) ist ein Hilfsbehälter (108) in das Gefäss einführbar, der einen flexiblen Beutel (107) mit der Flüssigkeit enthält. Innerhalb des Gefässes sind ein Führungsmittel (109) zur geführten Aufnahme des Hilfsbehälters (108) in einer Ausgabestellung sowie eine aus zwei komplementären Teilen bestehende Schnellschlusskupplung angeordnet, wobei ein erstes Kupplungsteil (111) fest mit dem Beutel (107) verbunden ist. Eine Verbindungsleitung (116) zwischen dem Zapfhahn (115) und einem zweiten Kupplungsteil (117) der Schnellschlusskupplung ermöglicht in der Ausgabestellung eine Fluidverbindung zwischen Zapfhahn (115) und Beutel (107). Das zweite Kupplungsteil (117) ist fest am Boden (105) des Gefässes (101) angeordnet, wobei die Schnellschlusskupplung beim Erreichen ...

System for the dosed dispensing of a liquid.

System (100) zum dosierten Ausgeben einer Flüssigkeit, insbesondere eines Getränks. Das System umfasst ein Gefäss mit einem Boden (105) und mit wenigstens einer Öffnung (106) umfassend einen Zapfhahn (115). Durch die Öffnung (106) ist ein Hilfsbehälter (108) in das Gefäss einführbar, der einen flexiblen Beutel (107) mit der Flüssigkeit, enthält. Innerhalb des Gefässes sind ein Führungsmittel (109) zur geführten Aufnahme des Hilfsbehälters (108) in einer Ausgabestellung sowie eine aus zwei komplementären Teilen bestehende Schnellschlusskupplung angeordnet, wobei ein erstes Kupplungsteil (111) fest mit dem Beutel (107) verbunden ist. Eine Verbindungsleitung (116) zwischen dem Zapfhahn (115) und einem zweiten Kupplungsteil (117) der Schnellschlusskupplung ermöglicht in der Ausgabestellung eine Fluidverbindung zwischen Zapfhahn (115) und Beutel (107). Das zweite Kupplungsteil (117) ist fest am Boden (105) des Gefässes (101) angeordnet, wobei die Schnellschlusskupplung beim Erreichen der Ausgabestellung ...

CONTAINER WITH A FITMENT

СПОСОБ АВТОМАТИЗИРОВАННОЙ ПРОДАЖИ НАСЫПНЫХ ИЗДЕЛИЙ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Apparatus distributor of soft drinks

Distributor of liquids

Apparatus to put syrup amounts, etc, and to fill of the racks of ten ouvingt bottles at the same time of syrup, all others liquid or all other products, tomato liquid or concentrated in boxes

Equipped small cask

BARREL HAS BOTTOM REMOVABLE INTENDS TO RECEIVE IN ADDITION TO OUT OF MATTER FLEXIBLE LOGEE IN a CONTAINER OUT OF PAPERBOARD OR SIMILAR AND EQUIPEE Of a CONNECTION FOR TAP DISTRIBUTOR

Appareil refrigerant, notamment refrigerateur menager ou analogue

Dans un appareil refrigerant comprenant un point de soutirage, accessible de l'exterieur, pour des boissons fraiches qui peuvent etre soutirees de recipients du commerce disposes a l'interieur de l'appareil refrigerant et pourvus a cet effet, au lieu de leur fermeture d'origine, d'un dispositif de soutirage pouvant etre declenche de l'exterieur de l'espace refrigerant, un support 20 est prevu a proximite immediate du point de soutirage pour les boissons fraiches, pour fixer de facon qu'il soit visible de l'exterieur, l'element de fermeture d'origine 21 du recipient de boisson 12 associe a ce point de soutirage.

Improvements brought to the machines to distribute liquids

DISTRIBUTEUR DE BOISSONS REFRIGEREES

... a. Distributeur de boissons réfrigérées. b. Distributeur caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un tube de sortie disposé pour être noyé dans la boisson réfrigérée et monté de façon amovible dans la cuve avec un dégorgeoir s'étendant en dehors du fond de la cuve à travers l'ouverture, ce tube étant constitué d'un matériau à haute conductibilité thermique. c. L'invention s'applique notamment aux distributeurs de lait ...

Stopper-batcher

Improvements with the devices being used to distribute liquids in quantities measured in volume

Barrel with detachable bottom intended for receiving a bag made of flexible material housed in a container made of cardboard or similar material and fitted with a connector for a dispensing tap

Device allowing to take, in a container, a given amount of its contents

Корпус клапана дозатора

Полезная модель относится к корпусу клапана чистящего устройства, а именно дозатор, корпус клапана которого может открывать и закрывать впускную и выпускную трубы в дозировочной камере вышеназванного дозатора с целью выброса должного количества моющего средства для пропитывания чистящей насадки. Корпус клапана чистящего устройства, а именно дозатор, корпус клапана которого может открывать и закрывать впускную и выпускную трубы в дозировочной камере вышеназванного дозатора с целью выброса должного количества моющего средства для пропитывания чистящей насадки. Корпус клапана дозатора имеет полость для хранения и удержания заранее установленного количества чистящей жидкости, состоит из первого элемента корпуса клапана и второго элемента корпуса клапана; кроме того, вышеназванный корпус клапана помещен внутрь полости вышеназванного дозатора для жидкого чистящего средства с целью открытия и закрытия впускной и выпускной труб, служащих, соответственно, для поступления чистящего средства в полость и опустошения полости; корпус клапана может скользить между двумя заранее установленными позициями при активации его посредством приводных механизмов, причем в первой позиции впускная труба будет открываться, а выпускная труба - закрываться, а во второй позиции впускная труба будет закрываться, а выпускная труба - открываться; вышеназванный корпус клапана имеет профили с противоположных сторон, эти профили соединяются с соответствующими уплотнениями для закрытия впускной и выпускной труб; причем закрывающий профиль выпускной трубы располагается снаружи полости, так как нижняя часть первого элемента корпуса клапана, предназначенная для закрытия нижней трубы, всегда располагается снаружи полости; и часть корпуса клапана, к которой присоединяется уплотнение для закрытия нижней трубы, также частично выступает наружу вместе с нижней частью первого элемента корпуса клапана, так что уплотнение для закрытия наружной трубы оказывается снаружи. Причем по меньшей мере один вышеназванный ...

Chilled drink dispenser

A chilled drink dispenser includes: a drink container for containing a drink, the drink container having an ice chamber at its center, the ice chamber having an opening on its top for filling ice cubes; a strainer member having a reception sink for engaging with a bottom section of the drink container, a drain structure being formed in reception sink in alignment with the ice chamber, whereby melted iced water can be drained out through the drain structure; and a bottom basin, a top end of the bottom basin being engaged with an outer periphery of the strainer member. The bottom basin has a reservoir. After drained out through the drain structure, the melted iced water will fall into the reservoir.

Multiple liquid dispenser

The present invention provides a multiple liquid dispenser having an upper section for receiving ice to form a cooling chamber. The cooling chamber has a spiral passageway extending through the ice having a plurality of layers of passageways. The spiral passageway has an upper end for receiving the liquid to be chilled by the surrounding ice and a lower end connected to multiple tubes for distributing the chilled liquid. The lower section has multiple liquid dispensers connected to the multiple tubes for receiving and dispensing the chilled liquid from the multiple liquid dispensers. The multiple liquid dispensers are spaced around the periphery of the lower section and has valves for opening and closing the liquid dispensers for dispensing the chilled liquid. A vertical stand is provided for supporting the upper and lower sections. A turntable is also provided for receiving the mounting stand and for receiving a plurality of drinking glasses for receiving the dispensed chilled liquid from the multiple liquid dispensers.

Delivering liquid additive

A reservoir assembly ( 40 ) comprises a container ( 4 ), a support assembly (42) on which the container ( 4 ) is mounted and fixed and a rotary electric vibrator device ( 44 ) coupled to the support assembly ( 42 ). The container holds a shear thinning additive for a plastics material. The reservoir assembly is arranged so that on operation of the device ( 44 ), an appropriate frequency and amplitude of vibration is applied to the container ( 4 ) and, therefore, its contents. As a result, a liquid dispersion in the container is shear thinned and recovery of dispersion from the container is increased.

"improved portable beverage-dispensing device for use by groups"

The dispensing device ( 1 ) has a beverage receptacle ( 2 ) with holes ( 200 ) in the base thereof, said holes being stopped with valves ( 3 ); a supporting base ( 4 ) that supports the receptacle; serving mechanisms ( 5 ) for opening the valves; and a cooling element mounted between the receptacle and the stand. The base ( 20 ) of the receptacle has, within, a convex central portion ( 201 ) and a peripheral portion ( 202 ) with the emptying holes, and the outer part thereof has a concave central portion ( 203 ) and a peripheral zone ( 204 ) with housings ( 205 ) for mounting a respective valve. The stand has an upper portion ( 40 ) in which the receptacle fits, and supporting legs ( 41 ). The serving mechanisms ( 5 ) are mounted in the upper portion of the stand, operationally facing the respective valve. The cooling element ( 6 ) is designed to be fitted inside the upper portion of the stand, with the base of the receptacle located above said element.

Disposable cartridge for brewed beverages

A beverage cartridge includes a bottom wall and at least one sidewall forming a chamber in which a beverage can be prepared from a stored beverage product. The sidewall includes one or more pre-formed openings or openable portions. Openable portions may be scored lines or reduced-thickness lines or regions, which open to form exit paths for a prepared beverage when a compressive force is applied to the sidewall, such as by moving a portion of the bottom wall toward an upper end portion of the cartridge to deform the sidewall and open the openable portions. Where the sidewall instead includes pre-formed openings, these may be initially covered or sealed and provide existing exit paths for prepared beverage upon removal of the cover. Optionally, a filter element is provided inside the cartridge for retaining a used beverage product inside the cartridge as a prepared beverage exits from the cartridge.

Venturi device and method

An improved venturi device for facilitating the mixture of fluid substances, such as wine and air. The device may be combined with a dispensing valve to further promote functionality. The improved venturi device is especially effective in drawing a second fluid into the primary flow of a first fluid, and when combined with a dispensing valve it obviates the need for a venturi independent from a valve to accomplish mixing at low flows and low liquid head pressure.

Preserving seasoning flavour profiles during the manufacturing of food-seasoning sheets

A method and an installation are provided for preserving desired seasoning flavour profiles during the manufacturing of food-seasoning sheets. The method includes the steps of; laying a thin layer of adhesive on a base sheet; removing air from the adhesive prior to the step of laying; reducing free moisture from the adhesive during the step of laying, and depositing food-seasoning ingredients onto the thin layer of adhesive. The installation for manufacturing food-seasoning sheets includes an adhesive dispenser having a reservoir and a delivery slot communicating with the reservoir for dispensing adhesive. The dispenser has a heating element mounted thereto for heating the adhesive. The adhesive is made under a partial vacuum and it is conveyed to the dispenser in a partial vacuum.

Cocktail maker for making rainbow cocktails

A cocktail maker for preparing rainbow cocktails, including: a stand; a liquor outlet head including an inner cavity and a side wall including a plurality of outlet holes; a measuring cup; a motor disposed on the stand; and a transmission device. The liquor outlet head is cylindrical and is vertically disposed on the stand. The outlet holes are connected with the inner cavity, and the inner cavity is connected with the measuring cup. The liquor outlet head is driven by the motor to rotate via the transmission device.

Device for Forming Drops in a Microfluidic Circuit

The invention relates to a device ( 1 ) for forming droplets in a microfluidic circuit, the device comprising a chamber ( 3 ) containing a first fluid and defined by two opposite walls ( 10, 11 ) that diverge relative to each other in at least one given direction, and a microchannel ( 8 ) containing a second fluid and leading into a zone of said chamber ( 3 ) that is upstream relative to the given direction, the outlet of the microchannel ( 8 ) into the chamber ( 3 ) constituting an enlargement in the flow section for the second fluid, and the enlargement giving rise to droplets ( 14 ) of the second fluid forming within the first fluid.

Modular Beverage Dispenser Support, Coupler and Method of Use Thereof

A modular beverage dispenser support is described which includes a polygon body having a dispenser support surface surrounded by a plurality of vertical side walls. A coupling receiver is recessed into at least one of the side walls to allow coupling with another polygon body having a like coupling receiver. There is described a number of configurations that can be created by using the coupling receivers to connect select sides of two or more beverage dispenser supports.

Cold Plasma Sanitation for a Dispensing Machine

An apparatus comprises a dispensing system and a sanitizing system. The apparatus has a dispensing mode and sanitizing mode. The dispensing system may comprise a first valve and at least one component, the at least one component having an inner surface. The first valve is opened to send a free-flowing material to the at least one component when the apparatus is in the dispensing mode. The first valve is closed when the apparatus is in the sanitizing mode. The sanitizing system comprises a processing unit having a discharge cell configured to initiate a cold plasma discharge in an air flow. A tank may be configured to receive the air flow from the discharge cell of the processing unit and expose water in the tank to the air flow for a time sufficient to provide dissolution of ozone from the air flow into the water and form ozone-containing water. 1. An apparatus comprising:a dispensing system in combination with a sanitizing system, the combination having a dispensing mode and sanitizing mode, the dispensing system comprising a first valve and at least one component, the at least one component having an inner surface, the first valve having an open position to send a free-flowing material to the at least one component when the combination is in the dispensing mode, the first valve having a closed position when the combination is in the sanitizing mode,the sanitizing system comprising a processing unit,the processing unit comprising a discharge cell, a high voltage driver, and a tank,the high voltage driver configured to control the discharge cell,the discharge cell configured to initiate a cold plasma discharge in an air flow,the tank configured to receive the air flow from the discharge cell and expose water in the tank to the air flow for a time sufficient to provide dissolution of ozone from the air flow into the water and form ozone-containing water,the sanitizing system further comprising a second valve, the second valve having an open position to send the ozone ...

Dispensing Machine Sanitization Using Electrochemically Activated Liquid

An apparatus comprises a dispensing system and a sanitizing system. The apparatus has a dispensing mode and sanitizing mode. The dispensing system may comprise a first valve and at least one component, the at least one component comprising an inner surface. The first valve has an open position to send a free-flowing material to the at least one component when the apparatus is in the dispensing mode, in a closed position when the combination is in the sanitizing mode. The sanitizing system comprises a processing unit, having an electrochemical cell configured to produce an anolyte solution and a catholyte solution. The sanitizing system comprises a second valve having an open position to send the anolyte solution and the catholyte solution to the at least one component when the apparatus is in the sanitizing mode. The second valve has a closed position when the apparatus is in the dispensing mode. 1. An apparatus comprising:a dispensing system in combination with a sanitizing system, the combination having a dispensing mode and sanitizing mode,the dispensing system comprising a first valve and at least one component, the at least one component having an inner surface, the first valve having an open position to send a free-flowing material to the at least one component when the combination is in the dispensing mode, the first valve having a closed position when the combination is in the sanitizing mode,the sanitizing system comprising a processing unit,the processing unit comprising an electrochemical cell configured to produce an anolyte solution and a catholyte solution, a first tank configured to receive the anolyte solution, and a second tank configured to receive the catholyte solution,the sanitizing system further comprising a second valve, the second valve having an open position to send the anolyte solution from the first tank and the catholyte solution from the second tank to the at least one component when the combination is in the sanitizing mode, the ...

REFRIGERATOR WITH DISPENSER

A refrigerator includes a refrigeration compartment arranged on an upper side of a main body, a freezer compartment arranged on a lower side of the main body, and a dispenser arranged on a ceiling of the refrigeration compartment to be adjacent to one edge of the ceiling of the refrigeration compartment. The dispenser includes a housing attached to the ceiling of the refrigeration compartment, a water lever provided to the housing such that one side of the water lever is pivotably movable, a discharge valve housed in the housing and connected to the water lever to selectively discharge water according to an operation of the water lever, and a filter unit provided to the housing to filter water. 1. A refrigerator comprising;a main body;a refrigeration compartment arranged at the main body; and a housing attached to the ceiling of the refrigeration compartment;', 'a water lever pivotably mounted to the housing such that the water lever is configured to pivot responsive to pressure applied to the water lever;', 'a discharge valve housed in the housing and configured to control discharge of water according to operation of the water lever; and', 'a filter unit provided to the housing and configured to filter water., 'a dispenser arranged on a ceiling of the refrigeration compartment and configured to supply water, the dispenser comprising2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the dispenser comprises a discharge outlet disposed adjacent to the water lever and configured to discharge water claim 1 ,wherein the water lever and the discharge outlet are disposed at a front portion of the housing, and the filter unit is disposed at a rear portion of the housing.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the filter unit is arranged at a lower side of the housing and is configured to be detached from the housing and reattached to the housing.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the filter unit is connected to at least one of an external water ...

FILLING ELEMENT, AND FILLING SYSTEM OR FILLING MACHINE

A filling element for filling containers with a lumpy liquid filler includes a liquid valve that is arranged in a liquid channel in an interior of a filling element housing and that is formed by a first valve surface, cooperating with a first valve seat, on a valve body that is movable along a filling-element axis to open and close the liquid valve, and that comprises at least two dispensing openings on filler flow channels, the dispensing openings forming a filler outlet. The filler flow channels are in flow communication with the liquid channel and with each other when the liquid valve is open and are separated from each other and from the liquid channel when the liquid valve is closed. The element also includes a separate valve arrangement that separates the filler flow channels from each other in flow terms when the liquid valve is closed. 110-. (canceled)11. An apparatus comprising a filling element for filling containers with a lumpy liquid filler , said filling element comprising a liquid valve that is arranged in a liquid channel in an interior of a filling element housing and that is formed by a first valve surface , cooperating with a first valve seat , on a valve body that is movable along a filling-element axis to open and close said liquid valve , and that comprises at least two dispensing openings on filler flow channels , said dispensing openings forming a filler outlet , wherein said filler flow channels are in flow communication with said liquid channel and with each other when said liquid valve is open and are separated from each other and from said liquid channel when said liquid valve is closed , and a separate valve arrangement that separates said filler flow channels from each other in flow terms when said liquid valve is closed.12. The apparatus of claim 11 , wherein said separate valve arrangement is formed by a second valve surface that is spatially offset from said first valve surface axially therefrom relative to said filling-element axis ...

FLOOR APPLICATION SYSTEM

A portable liquid applicator system and a method for applying liquid directly from an original package container, e.g., a five-gallon bucket, to a surface. The system includes a wheeled platform onto which the container is positioned such that fluid within the container flows toward a pour opening. A extended actuating handle engages a valve at the pour opening and allows the valve to be opened and closed by a user in an upright position, rather than having to bend to operate the valve. A method includes positioning the container on the platform, opening the valve, and then moving the platform to disperse the liquid onto a surface. 1. A liquid applicator system comprising:a removable container at least partially filled with a liquid and having an opening for dispensing liquid there from;a valve operably secured within the container opening and capable of transitioning between an open state and a closed state;a platform for supporting the removable container is a position such that liquid within the container is dispensed through the valve when in the open state; andan actuating handle mechanically engaged with the valve to transition the valve between the open state and the closed state;wherein the actuating handle extends to allow remote transitioning.2. The liquid applicator system of claim 1 , wherein the platform comprises a set of wheels to facilitate movement of the system.3. The liquid applicator system of claim 2 , further comprising a steering handle attached to the platform to allow a user to move the system.4. The liquid applicator system of claim 1 , further comprising a tool trough detachably secured to the platform.5. The liquid applicator system of claim 4 , wherein the tool trough is substantially the same length as the platform.6. The liquid applicator system of claim 1 , wherein the container comprises a five gallon bucket.7. The liquid applicator system of claim 1 , wherein the container comprises a bag-in-a-box.8. The liquid applicator system of ...

Heatable Personal Lubricant Dispensor

A personal lubricant dispenser includes an enclosure, a pre-delivery chamber, one or more heating elements proximate to the pre-delivery chamber, an electrical connector disposed on an exterior of the enclosure and electrically connected to the heating elements, an inlet cavity disposed above the pre-delivery chamber, a piercing element attached to the inlet cavity, a inlet valve (normally closed) connecting the inlet cavity to the pre-delivery chamber, a inlet actuator disposed on the exterior of the enclosure and operably connected to the inlet valve to open the inlet valve, an outlet cavity disposed below the pre-delivery chamber, an outlet valve (normally closed) connecting the outlet cavity to the pre-delivery chamber, an outlet actuator disposed on the exterior of the enclosure and operably connected to the outlet valve to open the outlet valve, and a spout disposed on or within the exterior of the enclosure and connected to the outlet cavity. 1. A personal lubricant dispenser comprising:an enclosure;a pre-delivery chamber disposed within the enclosure;one or more heating elements disposed within the enclosure proximate to the pre-delivery chamber;an electrical connector disposed on an exterior of the enclosure and electrically connected to the one or more heating elements;an inlet cavity disposed within the enclosure above a portion of the pre-delivery chamber;a piercing element attached to the inlet cavity and accessible from the exterior of the enclosure;a inlet valve disposed within the enclosure and connecting the inlet cavity to the pre-delivery chamber, wherein the inlet valve is normally closed;a inlet actuator disposed on the exterior of the enclosure and operably connected to the inlet valve to open the inlet valve;an outlet cavity disposed within the enclosure below a portion of the pre-delivery chamber;an outlet valve disposed within the enclosure and connecting the outlet cavity to the pre-delivery chamber, wherein the outlet valve is normally ...

DRINKING-WATER DISPENSER

A drinking-water dispenser comprising: a containment chamber for the water; a delivery device, which is designed to enable or prevent outlet of the water from the containment chamber so as to enable a user to draw off water from the dispenser; a connection device for enabling installation of a replaceable refill reservoir on the dispenser and for setting the dispenser and the refill reservoir in fluid communication; and a collector, which in turn comprises a substantially limp sac set within the containment chamber and connected in a releasable way to the connection device and to the delivery device. 112331451151151624343. A dispenser of at least one beverage , the dispenser () comprising: at least one containment chamber () for the beverage; at least one delivery device () , which is designed to enable or prevent outlet of the beverage from the containment chamber () so as to enable a user to take the beverage out of the dispenser (); and at least one connection device () for enabling installation of a replaceable refill reservoir () on the dispenser () and for setting the dispenser () and the refill reservoir () in fluid communication; the dispenser () being characterized in that it comprises a collector () , which in turn comprises a container () set within the containment chamber () and in substantially fluid-tight fluid communication with the connection device () and with the delivery device (); the collector being releasably joined to the connection device () and to the delivery device ().216. The dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the container comprises a substantially non rigid bag ().318164. The dispenser according to or claim 1 , and comprising a first coupling element () claim 1 , which connects the container () to the connection device () in a fluid-tight way.420163. The dispenser according to claim 1 , and comprising a second coupling element () that connects the container () to the delivery device () in a fluid-tight way.519164164. The dispenser ...

LIFTING AND ROTATING WATER RESERVOIR WITH ATTACHED WATER BOTTLE FOR DISPENSING OF WATER FROM WATER COOLER

A water dispensing apparatus includes a lifting system and a water reservoir. The apparatus automatically installs a water bottle by lowering and inverting the water reservoir atop a water bottle, coupling the water reservoir to the water bottle, and raising and inverting the water reservoir with the water bottle coupled therewith. One or more compartments are filled with water from the inverted water bottle, and water is dispensed from each compartment through a dispenser. Multiple compartments may be included in the water reservoir, with the water in one compartment being electrically cooled and water in another compartment being electrically heated. 1. A water dispensing apparatus , comprising:(a) a lift; and(b) a water reservoir from which water is dispensed and which is configured to receive a water bottle;(c) wherein the lift is adapted to raise and lower the water reservoir; and(d) wherein the lift is adapted to rotate the water reservoir between an upright orientation and an inverted orientation.2. A water dispensing apparatus , comprising:(a) a lift; and(b) a water reservoir;(c) wherein the lift is adapted to raise and lower the water reservoir;(d) wherein the lift is adapted to rotate the water reservoir during lifting; and (i) a mechanism for elevating the water reservoir along a vertical extent of the lift from the bottom toward the top of the lift, the water reservoir riding along the vertical extent of the lift via a carriage; and', '(ii) a gear arrangement attached to the carriage by which the water reservoir rotates as the water reservoir is lifted along a portion of the vertical extent of the lift that is less than the full extent of traversal by the carriage., '(e) wherein the lift comprises,'} The present application is a U.S. continuation of, and claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §120 to, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/190,268, filed Jul. 25, 2011, published as 2012/0097291 A1, incorporated herein by reference, now U.S. patent Ser. No. ______, ...

Container for Dispensing Liquid Doses

The present invention relates to a container for dispensing a predetermined volume of liquid wherein the container comprises: a liquid deposit chamber having an open first end and an opposing closed second end, a nonconcentric liquid withdrawal chamber having a open first end and an opposing closed second end, one or more apertures between said deposit and withdrawal chambers adapted to selectively permit liquid communication in controlled doses from the liquid deposit chamber to the liquid withdrawal chamber, a liquid stabilization chamber surrounding the liquid withdrawal chamber, and a base cap having a nonconcentric cavity in axial alignment with the liquid stabilization chamber and in liquid communication with the liquid deposit and withdrawal chambers. 1. A container for dispensing a predetermined volume of liquid comprising , when the container is in an upright position:a liquid deposit chamber having a closed top end and an open bottom end;an inner liquid withdrawal chamber in nested relationship with the liquid deposit chamber, said withdrawal chamber having an open top end, and a bottom end forming a dosing chamber;an aperture in the withdrawal chamber for air to flow from the withdrawal chamber into the deposit chamber;an aperture in the withdrawal chamber for liquid to flow from the deposit chamber into the withdrawal chamber;wherein said air flow aperture is located in a side wall of the withdrawal chamber;a stabilization chamber surrounding the dosing chamber; anda base cap that seals the bottom end of the liquid deposit chamber, the base cap having a cavity in axial alignment with the stabilization chamber and wherein in operation said cavity permits liquid to pass between the liquid deposit and withdrawal chambers.2. The container of wherein said dosing chamber has a closed bottom end.3. The container of claim 1 , wherein said air flow aperture and said liquid flow aperture are the same aperture in a side wall of the dosing chamber claim 1 , wherein ...

Mixed beverage preparation and dispensing

A water dispensing device comprises water dispensing means for dispensing water into a serving container. The device furthermore comprises a control unit which is connected with the water dispensing means to control a water dispensing cycle in which a predetermined amount of water is dispensed in the serving container. The control unit is programmed such that the water dispensing cycle includes at least two stages which are separated by an intermediate time period in which no water is dispensed in the serving container.

DISPENSER FOR A CONTAINER

The present disclosure is directed at a dispenser for a container. The dispenser includes a base portion couplable to the container. The base portion has a port in it through which fluid exiting the container passes when the base portion is coupled to the container. The base portion also includes an external flexible fluid conduit that is fluidly coupled to the port. The external fluid conduit is located outside of the container when the base portion is coupled to the container. A squeezing element also forms part of the dispenser. The squeezing element is coupled to the base portion and movable between a closed position in which the squeezing element squeezes the external fluid conduit shut to prevent the fluid from flowing through it and an opened position in which the squeezing element is positioned such that the fluid can flow through the external fluid conduit. 1. A dispenser for a container , the dispenser comprising:(a) a base portion couplable to the container, wherein the base portion comprises a port through which fluid exiting the container passes when the base portion is coupled to the container;(b) an external flexible fluid conduit fluidly coupled to the port, wherein the external fluid conduit is located outside of the container when the base portion is coupled to the container; and(c) a squeezing element coupled to the base portion and movable between a closed position in which the squeezing element squeezes the external fluid conduit shut to prevent the fluid from flowing therethrough and an opened position in which the squeezing element is positioned such that the fluid can flow through the external fluid conduit.2. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the squeezing element is slidable on the base portion between the opened and closed positions.3. The dispenser as claimed in further comprising:a tension band wrapped around the base portion and the squeezing element to bias the squeezing element to the closed position.4. The dispenser as ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROGRAMABLY TREATING WATER IN A WATER COOLER

An apparatus for a programmable self sanitizing water dispenser apparatus with a digital controller as well as a programmable method for generating ozone for cleaning the reservoir and the water contained within it. The apparatus includes an anti-spill receiver that houses the controller and that can contain a ozone generator. 1. A water dispenser , comprising:a) a cabinet having upper and lower end portions and an interior;b) reservoir contained within the cabinet, the reservoir being capable of holding water;c) an anti-spill annular housing that is attached to the cabinet above the reservoir, said anti-spill annular housing having a central opening surrounded by bottle support surface that is configured to support an inverted water supply bottle having a neck and a probe, the probe extending upwardly and configured to connect to a water supply bottle at the bottle opening;d) at least one spigot in fluid communication with the reservoir for dispensing water;e) a diffuser contained within the reservoir for emitting bubbles into the reservoir;f) an ozone generator contained within said annular housing and being operably connected to the diffuser;g) a pump that is in fluid communication with the ozone generator and the diffuser so that the pump can transmit ozone from the generator to the diffuser;h) a controller operably connected to the ozone generator;i) the controller being programmable regarding the timing and duration of ozone generated by the ozone generator and sent to the diffuser;j) wherein the controller includes a circuit board contained within an interior of said anti-spill housing and said circuit board extending along an arcuate path that extends at least partially circumferentially around said central opening; andk) said anti-spill housing having an interior, an upper section, and a lower section that defines a separating wall that separates said housing interior from the water contained in said reservoir and wherein the circuit board is positioned ...

THERMAL DEVICE FOR PERSONAL HYDRATION SYSTEMS

A thermal control device for a personal hydration system includes a sheath for covering a fluid delivery conduit of the personal hydration system. The device includes a thermal device in thermal communication with the sheath and configured to heat at least a portion of the fluid delivery conduit when the thermal device is energized. An energy source is in communication with the thermal device for energizing the thermal device. 1. A thermal control device for a personal hydration system , comprising:a sheath for covering a fluid delivery conduit of the personal hydration system;a thermal device in thermal communication with the sheath and configured to heat at least a portion of the fluid delivery conduit when the thermal device is energized; andan energy source in communication with the thermal device for energizing the thermal device.2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising an energy regulating device for regulating an amount of energy transmitted from the energy source to the thermal device.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the energy regulating device is configured for regulating the amount of energy supplied to the thermal device to maintain a temperature of a fluid within a portion of the fluid delivery conduit above a predetermined temperature.4. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a thermal insulator covering at least a portion of the fluid delivery conduit.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the thermal device comprises resistance wire.6. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a mouthpiece in fluid communication with the fluid delivery conduit.7. The device according to claim 6 , wherein the thermal device is in thermal communication with the mouthpiece.8. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the thermal device is removably attachable to the fluid delivery conduit.9. The device according to claim 8 , wherein the thermal device is disposed at least partially within the sheath.10. The ...

Fluid reservoir docking station

A fluid dispensing system may include a fluid outlet connected to a flexible fluid reservoir and a docking station configured to receive the fluid outlet and align the fluid outlet. In some examples, a fluid pump that defines a driveshaft aperture that is connected to the fluid outlet. In some additional examples, a drive motor is attached to the docking station that includes a driveshaft for driving the fluid pump. The docking station may align the fluid outlet so that the driveshaft aperture defined by the fluid pump is co-axially aligned with the driveshaft. This may allow an operator to efficiently take an empty reservoir out of service and replace it with a new reservoir full of fluid.

Ice luge apparatus, systems, and methods for chilled beverage dispensing

Improved ice luge trays and methods for use and assembly thereof. The ice luge trays include a trough and a lid that fits above the trough. The trough, with the lid disposed thereon, is configured to be filled with water and placed in a freezer to form an ice block. The lid includes features that forms a channel extending along or through the ice block. The tray is mounted on a support structure to enable a beverage to be chilled as it flows down the channel under gravity, and delivered to a drinking vessel or directly into the mouth of a user.

Support arm

A support arm supports a charge connector which can be connected to a vehicle. The support arm includes a parallelogram linkage provided in a freely swingable manner, a gravity compensation apparatus for generating force canceling gravity acting on the parallelogram linkage, and a charge connector having a support shaft insertion portion supported by the parallelogram linkage and provided to be rotatable around the support shaft insertion portion. The support shaft insertion portion is arranged at a position of the center of gravity of the charge connector. According to such a construction, a support arm appropriately exhibiting a gravity compensation function can be provided.

VALVE FOR DOSING VISCOUS FLUIDS, PARTICULARLY FOR DOSING PAINTS

The invention relates to a valve comprising a thimble (), with an opening () at one end thereof and a plunger () arranged inside the thimble () and provided with a stopper () capable of stopping said opening (). The ratio between the diameter (Do) of the passage surface (So) and the depth (P) of said opening is by far higher than 1, and the stopper is capable, in the stopping position, of coming flush with the outer surface () of the thimble in the vicinity of said opening. 1. A valve for dosing viscous fluids , comprising:{'b': 3', '3', '1, 'a thimble () with an opening (.) at one end thereof, and'}{'b': 4', '3', '4', '1', '3', '1', '9, 'a plunger () arranged inside the thimble () and provided with a stopper (.) capable of stopping said opening (.), said stopper being capable, in the stopping position, of coming flush with the outer surface () of the thimble in the vicinity of said opening,'}characterized in that the ratio between the diameter (Do) of the passage surface (So) and the depth (P) of said opening is far higher than 1.211. The dosing valve according to claim 1 , wherein the stopping surface () of the stopper is in the shape of a point claim 1 , a plane or a frustum of a sphere.31031. The dosing valve according to claim 1 , wherein the thimble claim 1 , seen from the outside claim 1 , has a convex or plane area () in the vicinity of said opening (.).4. The dosing valve according to claim 3 , comprising a convex area whose shape corresponds to a semi-sphere.5. The dosing valve according to claim 3 , wherein said opening is located at the apex of the convex area in the case of a convex area claim 3 , and at the center of the plane area in the case of a plane area.6. The dosing valve according to claim 1 , wherein the plunger is at least in part made of a magnetic or magnetic-flow permeable material.72. The dosing valve according to claim 6 , wherein the valve further comprises a yoke () made of a magnetic material claim 6 , the yoke and the plunger being ...

Refrigerator module utilities enabled via connection

A connection system includes a feature module that supplies various functionalities, a portable countertop stand having an upright section that selectively receives the feature module and an umbilical connecting the portable stand to an external appliance to deliver utilities to the portable countertop stand. A utility port selectively delivers at least one utility to the feature module when engaged with the upright section. A utility receiver removably engages the utility port by hand without the use of tools and selectively receives a predetermined set of utilities when the feature module engages the upright surface. A connection interface detects when the feature module is engaged with the upright section and the predetermined utility set required by the engaged feature module. After the feature module is engaged, the connection interface prompts the utility port to release the predetermined utility set to the feature module.

Vee Manifold

A manifold having a first side, a second side, a first channel extending from the first side to the second side, and a second channel extending from the first side to the second side is disclosed. The first channel and the second channel each define a linear longitudinal axis. In one embodiment, the first channel longitudinal axis and the second channel longitudinal axis are oblique to the first side and the second side of the manifold. The manifold of the present disclosure provides channels that can be easily cleaned and allow for an increased flow performance.

LIQUID SPOUTING NOZZLE, PACKAGING BAG USING THE NOZZLE, BOX FOR PACKAGING BAG AND PACKAGING STRUCTURE

It is to provide a cheap liquid pouring nozzle having a one-way function for automatically closing an opening port at the same time of stopping the pouring of a packing material to surely prevent the penetration of air into a package bag, in which the detaching of a cap to the pouring nozzle is useless and the production is easy and the fusion-joining to a package bag main body is simple and sure, as well as a package bag using the same and a box for a package bag and a packaging structure. Such a nozzle is a liquid pouring nozzle constituted by fusion-joining its base end portion to an inner surface of a soft package bag main body at a side portion of the package bag main body through a sealant layer as an outermost layer, in which front and rear laminate films comprising a uniaxially oriented or biaxially oriented base film layer and sealant layers sandwiching it are fused to each other at a surrounding portion other than the base end at a posture of opposing one sealant layers to each other. 1. A liquid pouring nozzle comprising front and rear laminate films , each film having a three-layer structure consisting of a uniaxially oriented or biaxially oriented base film layer and inner and outer sealant layers sandwiching the base film layer therebetween and having a one-way function ,{'sup': '2', 'wherein these laminate films are fused at a posture of opposing their inner sealant layers to each other at a surrounding portion other than a base end portion thereof to be fusion-joined to an inner surface of a soft package bag main body at a side portion or a top portion thereof through the outer sealant layers, and the base film layer has a steam permeability (JIS K7129) of not more than 10 g/(m.24 h).'}2. A liquid pouring nozzle according to claim 1 ,wherein an oriented direction of the uniaxially oriented base film layer or a longitudinal direction (MD) of the biaxially oriented base film layer is arranged substantially in a proceeding direction of a tear opening of ...

WATER CONTAINER

A water container includes a bottle body containing water and a bottle mouth, a cup body detachably assembled to the bottle body, and a valve assembly secured to the bottle mouth. The valve assembly includes a ball and an elastic member. The ball and the elastic member are received in the receiving cavity. The elastic member is pressed between the ball the upper case and biases the ball towards sealing the opening. When the cup body is pushed toward the bottle body, the cup body drives the ball to unseal, to allow flow of water into the cup with no risk of spillage. 1. A water container , comprising:a bottle body comprising a water containing chamber and a bottle mouth;a cup body removably clipped onto the bottle body; and a bottom case defining a receiving cavity and an opening communicating with the receiving cavity;', 'an upper case defining a plurality of holes, the upper case secured to the bottom case, the holes communicating with the receiving cavity;', 'a ball; and', 'an elastic member, the ball and the elastic member received in the receiving cavity; wherein the elastic member is pressed between the ball the upper case and biases the ball towards sealing the opening, when the cup body is moved toward the bottle body, the cup body drives the ball to slide into the receiving cavity to unseal the opening., 'a valve assembly secured to the bottle mouth, the valve assembly controlling the flow of water out from the bottle body, the valve assembly comprising2. The water container of claim 1 , wherein the bottom base comprises a first side wall and a bottom wall claim 1 , the first side wall and the bottom wall form the receiving cavity claim 1 , the first side wall is sleeved around the bottle mouth.3. The water container of claim 2 , wherein the first side wall comprises a plurality of guiding rails longitudinally protruding from an inner surface from the first side wall spaced with each other claim 2 , the ball slides into the receiving cavity along the guiding ...

CONTAINER

A container is disclosed. The container may include a fillable bladder in an interior of an enclosure of the container. The container may be used for packaging a pourable product into a fillable bladder while the fillable bladder is positioned inside the container. The container may include an enclosure having a blind depth recess bottom handle. The container may include an enclosure having a bottom flap having a flap perimeter which generally matches a lower perimeter of a plurality of sides of the enclosure. 1. A container , comprising:an enclosure including a bottom portion, a top portion including a plurality of corners, and a plurality of sides which bound an interior of the enclosure, the plurality of sides having a lower perimeter and the bottom portion being formed from a plurality of bottom flaps extending from one or more of the plurality of sides, a side flap extending from the first side opposite the second side, and a handle having a position selected from the bottom portion, the top portion and one of the plurality of sides, anda fillable bladder positioned within the enclosure, an interior of the fillable bladder being accessible only through a single opening in the fillable bladder which is accessible through an opening in a top side of the enclosure, the opening being spaced apart from each of the plurality of corners, wherein a first bottom flap of the plurality of bottom flaps is positioned adjacent the fillable bladder and has a flap perimeter which substantially matches the lower perimeter of the plurality of sides such that an uninterrupted bottom wall is provided, and the side flap being foldable relative to the first side and configured to be secured to a portion of the fourth side.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the bottom portion includes a blind depth handle having a bottom surface spaced apart from a first surface of the first bottom flap which faces the interior of the enclosure.3. The container of claim 2 , wherein the blind depth ...

FLUID TRANSFER DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE

Some embodiments disclosed herein related to a device for transferring precise amounts of fluid from at least one source container to a at least one target container. In some embodiments, the fluid is first transferred from the source container (e.g., a vial) through a connector to an intermediate measuring container (e.g., a syringe). In some embodiments air can pass through an air inlet and enter the vial to compensate for the volume of fluid withdrawn from the vial. An air check valve or a bag or a filter can prevent the fluid from escaping through the air inlet. The precisely measured amount of fluid can then be transferred from the intermediate measuring container to the target container (e.g., an IV bag). In some embodiments the connector can include a source check valve and a target check valve to direct fluid first from the source container to the intermediate measuring container and then from the intermediate measuring container to the target container. Some embodiments of the device can include a motor and a controller for automatically actuating a plunger of the syringe to transfer the desired amount of fluid. 1. A disposable fluid transfer system for use with a substantially entirely closed system for the transfer of medical fluids between or among different medical fluid containers by an electronically controlled fluid dispensing system , the disposable fluid transfer system configured to be removably attachable to the electronically controlled fluid dispensing system , the disposable fluid transfer system comprising:a first connector configured to be connected in fluid communication with a first fluid container, the first connector comprising a first sealing aperture that is configured to resist fluid within the disposable fluid transfer system from passing through the first sealing aperture when the first sealing aperture is closed;a second connector configured to be connected in fluid communication with a second fluid container, the second connector ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING LIQUIDS USING A TABLE TO DETERMINE DISPENSE TIME

Fixed-volumes of liquid are measured and dispensed from a container by empirically determining the liquid surface height and opening a dispensing valve for a time period that is calculated using a volume of liquid specified to be dispensed and the empirically-determined liquid surface height. The liquid surface height in the container is determined empirically for initial and subsequent volumes of liquid that are dispensed. Dispensing accuracy is maintained whether the container is full or nearly empty. 1. A method of dispensing a user-specified volume of liquid from a container , the method comprising:opening a valve connected to the container to dispense the user-requested volume of liquid through the valve, the time that the valve is required to be open being determined from a sensor, configured to be capable of determining the amount of liquid in the container;wherein the time that the valve is required to be open is determined by reading a valve open time from an entry in a table stored in a computer memory, the table entry being determined from an output signal from the sensor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a load cell claim 1 , configured to determine the amount of liquid in the container by measuring a weight impressed on the load cell by the container and liquid in the container.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the weight impressed on the load cell is a partial weight of the container and liquid in the container.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the weight impressed on the load cell is the entire weight of the container and liquid in the container5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a plurality of load cells and wherein the container and liquid in the container define a weight claim 1 , the plurality of load cells being configured to determine the amount of liquid in the container by measuring the weight of the container and liquid in the container.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the valve open time is ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTING POWDER

A double hopper system is disclosed. The double hopper system includes, a first hopper and a second hopper. The first hopper has a first and a second opening, and the second hopper is arranged above the second opening of the first hopper and extends into the second opening of the first hopper. The first opening of the first hopper has a predetermined length and a distribution area, and the second hopper is movably arranged with respect to the first hopper, such that the second hopper is movable over at least ¾ of the length of the first opening of the first hopper. 1. A double hopper system , the system comprising:a first hopper having a first opening and a second opening; anda second hopper being arranged above the second opening of the first hopper, extending into the second opening of the first hopper, and being moveably arranged with respect to the first hopper,wherein the second hopper is moveable over at least ¾ of a length of the first opening of the first hopper.2. The double hopper system according to claim 1 , wherein a distribution area is built up by the first opening of the first hopper.3. The double hopper system according to claim 2 , wherein the second hopper is moveably arranged with respect to the first hopper such that the second hopper is movable in a plane parallel to the distribution area.4. The double hopper system according to claim 2 , wherein the second hopper is moveably arranged such that the second hopper is movable horizontally only.5. The double hopper system according to claim 1 , wherein the second hopper has a first opening claim 1 , a distribution area of the second hopper being built up by the first opening of the second hopper.6. The double hopper system according to claim 1 , wherein the second hopper has a flow restriction.7. The double hopper system according to claim 6 , wherein the flow restriction is a result of a partially apex-shaped claim 6 , rectangular-shaped claim 6 , or triangular-shaped form of the second hopper.8. ...

VENT SYSTEM FOR A GRAVITY FEED SPRAY DEVICE

A system is provided for venting a container used to supply a liquid to a spray coating device. The system may include a container cover having a liquid conduit configured to extend into a liquid container, at least one wall surrounding a buffer chamber configured to separate the interior volume of the container from the exterior environment, a first vent conduit that extends into the buffer chamber, a second vent conduit that extends from the buffer chamber to the liquid container, and at least one check valve coupled to either conduit. 1. A system , comprising: a liquid conduit configured to extend into a liquid container;', 'at least one wall surrounding a buffer chamber, wherein the at least one wall is configured to separate an interior volume of the liquid container from an exterior environment;', 'a first vent conduit coupled to the at least one wall, wherein the first vent conduit is configured to fluidly couple the exterior environment with the buffer chamber;', 'a second vent conduit coupled to the at least one wall, wherein the second vent conduit is configured to fluidly couple the interior volume with the buffer chamber; and', 'at least one check valve coupled to the first or second vent conduit or a combination thereof, 'a container cover, comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid conduit comprises a spray device mounts configured to couple with a liquid inlet of a spray gun.3. The system of claim 2 , comprising the spray device configured couple to the container cover via the spray gun mount.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one check valve is coupled to the first vent conduit.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one check valve is coupled to the second vent conduit.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one check valve is coupled to a distal end portion of the first or second vent conduit claim 1 , and the distal end portion is disposed at an offset distance away from the at least one wall.7. The system ...

Apparatus and Method for Inventory Management and Automated Discharge of Treated Sewage Sludge to Trucks

A method and apparatus is provided for the automated discharge of treated sewage sludge to trucks, via inventory management by tracking the flow of sludge from bins in which it is located to trucks, on a first-in/first-out basis, including automated truck positioning, automated precision truck loading and monitoring and controlling the various interrelated components via a PLC computer program. 1. A method of inventory management of sludge for discharge into trucks from a plurality of storage bins , comprising the steps:charging sludge into each bin while monitoring each charge for day and time of day charged;inventorying each sludge charge held in each bin by age; anddischarging from said bins in order oldest sludge first;wherein further sludge discharges are in sequential order of descending age of each sludge charge.2. A method of controlling the operation of a sludge discharge assisting arm at the discharge outlet of a sludge bin , wherein sludge is charged into the top of said bin while sludge is discharged from the bottom of said bin , comprising the steps:determining the charging rate of sludge into said bin;calculating the target-theoretical sludge discharge rate;determining the actual sludge discharge rate;calculating if the actual sludge discharge rate is greater, less or equal to the target-theoretical discharge rate; anddecreasing or increasing said reclaim arm operation speed in response to the actual discharge rate being greater or less than the target-theoretical discharge rate.3. A method of allocating a bin for sludge discharge into a truck in a system having a plurality of sludge storage bins , comprising the steps:inventorying the sludge held in each bin by residence time age;receiving a request for sludge from said truck;directing said truck to the bin with the oldest age sludge; andloading said truck from said bin with said oldest age sludge.4. The method of claim 3 , further including the steps:determining if said oldest age sludge filled said ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF EFFICIENT BY-PRODUCT DISPOSAL BASED ON BY-PRODUCT QUALITY

A selective holding tank draining system can comprise a sensor device configured to receive total dissolved solids (TDS) data of a stored fluid from a TDS sensor, and wherein the sensor device can be configured to receive volume data of the stored fluid from a volume sensor, and a central server configured to determine a selected TDS level for disposal of the stored fluid. In various embodiments, an average TDS level of a drained volume of the stored fluid if draining from two or more tanks can be calculated. Furthermore, the stored fluid volume to drain from each of the two or more tanks to achieve a drained mixture having less than the selected TDS level can be determined. 1. A method of selective holding tank draining comprising:receiving, by a sensor device, total dissolved solids (TDS) data of a stored fluid from a TDS sensor;receiving, by the sensor device, volume data of the stored fluid from a volume sensor;determining, by a central server, a selected TDS level for disposal of the stored fluid;calculating an average TDS level of a drained volume of the stored fluid if draining from two or more tanks; anddetermining a stored fluid volume to drain from each of the two or more tanks to achieve a drained mixture have less than the selected TDS level.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the TDS sensor is an electrical conductivity meter.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the electrical conductivity meter is configured to measure a salt solution percentage of the stored fluid.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the volume sensor is a pressure transducer.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the volume of the drained mixture is less than the capacity of a tanker truck.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor device comprises:a controller operatively coupled to the TDS sensor, wherein the controller is configured to receive the TDS data from the TDS sensor; anda wireless communication device coupled to the controller, wherein the wireless communication device is ...

Tap

A tap for use in association with bag in box containers including a body, a plug member and a drip limiting assembly. The body includes a tap nozzle with a dispensing opening. A nozzle opening is placeable in fluid communication the dispensing opening and with a bag of a bag in box container. The plug member has a second end structurally configured to interface with the dispensing opening and with the plug member. The plug member is selectively actuatable between a closed orientation and an open orientation. In the open orientation, the nozzle opening is in fluid communication with the dispensing opening. In the closed orientation, the nozzle opening is precluded from fluid communication with the dispensing opening. The drip limiting assembly is disposed at the dispensing opening. The drip limiting assembly limits the formation of drips after the plug member is returned to a closed orientation. 1. A tap for use in association with bag in box containers comprising:a body having a tap nozzle with a dispensing opening and a nozzle opening placeable in fluid communication the dispensing opening and with a bag of a bag in box container;a plug member having a second end structurally configured to interface with the dispensing opening and with the plug member being selectively actuatable between a closed orientation and an open orientation, wherein in the open orientation, the nozzle opening is in fluid communication with the dispensing opening and wherein in the closed orientation the nozzle opening is precluded from fluid communication with the dispensing opening; anda drip limiting assembly disposed at the dispensing opening to, in turn, limit the formation of drips after the plug member is returned to a closed orientation.2. The tap of wherein the drip limiting assembly comprises a plug member drip limiting member having a projection that extends through and beyond the dispensing opening when the plug member is in a closed orientation.3. The tap of wherein the ...

HEATED LIQUID DISPENSER

Arrangements are disclosed for sealing and/or retaining a component in a washproof electrical appliance. A heated liquid dispenser is also disclosed. 1. A washable electrical appliance having a housing with a cordless connector assembled therein , the cordless connector including part of the external surface of the appliance , the cordless connector being sealed against the housing by a seal having a one or more elongate portions extending between the cordless connector and the housing.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the appliance is a cordless electrical appliance.3. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the cordless connector is a waterproof or washproof cordless connector to allow the appliance and/or the detachable part of the appliance to be washed in a dishwasher claim 2 , immersed in water or otherwise easily cleaned.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the seal is mounted on the cordless connector or on the housing.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the seal has a plurality of said elongate portions claim 1 , extending in mutually different directions.6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the one or more elongate portions of said seal deforms to take the shape of the wall of the housing or the wall of the cordless connector.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the seal is retained in an axial direction between an inwardly projecting lip at a lower end of the housing and an outwardly projecting rim on the cordless connector.8. The appliance claim 1 , wherein the cordless connector comprises an upper end claim 1 , and a lower end defined by an aperture into which a corresponding electrical connector fits.9. The appliance of claim 8 , wherein the upper end of the cordless connector comprises an upper wall claim 8 , within which are located at least two electrical conductors.10. The appliance of claim 9 , wherein the cordless connector comprises at least an earth claim 9 , live and/or neutral electrical conductors.11. The appliance of claim 10 , wherein ...

Apparatus and Method for Dispensing Liquid

An apparatus and method for dispensing liquid from one container into another container is disclosed.

Liquid Vessel Pourer with Timed Illuminator for Measuring Purposes

An illuminating bottle pourer is provided having a pour spout structure and internal electrical components for measuring the amount of dispensed fluid therethrough using a visual counter. The device includes a gravity contact switch and an LED light source that is energized based on a periodic timer circuit and a pulse generator circuit. The gravity switch is closed when the bottle is inverted for pouring, which initiates the timer circuit. The timer circuit triggers the pulse generator on a periodic basis, which energizes the light source to alert the pourer of a given quantity of fluid dispensed. The device allows individual drink makers, bartenders, and establishment owners to precisely control the amount of fluid being dispensed from a bottle, wherein a specified number of light pulses is used to indicate when to stop pouring. A battery switch is further provided to preserve battery life during shipment and between uses. 1) A liquid pourer , comprising:a pour spout upper and a conduit lower portion;said pour spout upper comprising a pourer housing, a pour spout, and a base;said conduit lower portion comprising a fluid channel that is adapted to be placed within a bottle opening for communication of fluid therethrough, into an internal conduit within said pourer housing, and through said pour spout;a battery power source;at least one gravity switch;a periodic timer circuit adapted to generate a pulse after a time interval;a pulse generator circuit adapted to pulse based on said periodic timer circuit's pulse;a light source adapted to energize based on said pulse generator pulse;said gravity switch adapted to initiate said periodic timer when said pourer is inverted.2) The device of claim 1 , further comprising a relief tube extending through said conduit lower portion and a relief hole in said pour spout upper claim 1 , said relief hole adapted to allow communication of air into said relief tube.3) The device of claim 1 , wherein said light source is correlated ...

Portable Fuel Container with Attachment Means

Provided is a portable container for holding and dispensing a quantity of gasoline. The container includes an attachment for attaching the container to a support area, such as a belt loop, and a dispensing cap for dispensing the gasoline contained within the container. Additionally, the container is constructed of an approved material for storing gasoline, is painted bright red, and includes a warning that indicates the contents of the container. The internal volume of the container holds between 16-32 ounces of fuel, which provides extended use of conventional lawn equipment while being light enough to attach to a belt loop or other support area for hands-free use. 1) A personal , portable container for dispensing gasoline , comprising:a container body having an upper dispensing end, a lower end, sidewalls, and an interior volume;said lower end comprising a container base for supporting said container in an upstanding manner on a horizontal support surface;said upper dispensing end comprising a container aperture for communicating fluid from said container interior volume;an attachment means along said upper dispensing end for attaching said container to a support area;a dispensing cap that removably attaches to said upper dispensing end over said aperture for controllably dispensing a quantity of gasoline therethrough.2) The device of claim 1 , wherein said quantity of gasoline is between 16 and 32 ounces.3) The device of claim 1 , wherein said container is constructed from an approved material for storing gasoline.4) The device of claim 3 , wherein said approved material is polyethylene.5) The device of claim 1 , wherein said container is painted bright red and includes warning indicia on the exterior thereof.6) The device of wherein said dispensing cap and container include a single claim 1 , self-venting opening for filling and pouring with no separate vents or openings.7) The device of claim 1 , wherein said container is treated for minimal permeation of fuels ...

Accessible faucet handle

Disclosed is a faucet assembly for dispensing liquids from a container, and more particularly, a handle assembly that is connectable to a liquid dispenser of a container for use with a variety of liquids. The faucet assembly is configured to be compatible with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) Guidelines which require certain features of various equipment to be at a dimension or within a range of dimensions that allow access to a person who might have a temporary or permanent disability and require a faucet assembly connected to a liquid or beverage container to be lower than a certain height and depth or set back dimension when the container is placed on a surface for dispensing the liquid from the container. A faucet assembly with a handle assembly that extends downwardly and outwardly from the top of the faucet assembly to ensure the faucet can be actuated by a person within the ADA Guidelines.

Preserving seasoning flavour profiles during the manufacturing of food-seasoning sheets

A method and an installation are provided for preserving desired seasoning flavour profiles during the manufacturing of food-seasoning sheets. The method includes the steps of; laying a thin layer of adhesive on a base sheet; removing air from the adhesive prior to the step of laying; reducing free moisture from the adhesive during the step of laying, and depositing food-seasoning ingredients onto the thin layer of adhesive. The installation for manufacturing food-seasoning sheets includes an adhesive dispenser having a reservoir and a delivery slot communicating with the reservoir for dispensing adhesive. The dispenser has a heating element mounted thereto for heating the adhesive. The adhesive is made under a partial vacuum and it is conveyed to the dispenser in a partial vacuum.

Tilted sensory aroma glass

A tilted sensory aroma glass is disclosed. According to one embodiment, an apparatus includes a fluid container having a rim and a base. The base is parallel to and in contact with a surface when the fluid container is placed on the surface. The rim and the base lie on intersecting planes. The apparatus further includes a fluid barrier having an opening. The fluid barrier is in contact with the fluid container and extends into the fluid container. The opening is configured to allow an aroma of a fluid in the fluid container to escape through the opening. The aroma glass allows consumers to view and smell the liquid contents of the aroma glass, but prevents consumers from consuming the liquid contents.

WATER DISPENSER

A water dispenser including a heat-exchanger, a heater, a water-storage tank, and a faucet is provided mainly. The heat-exchanger has a first/second guiding-channel, a first inlet/outlet communicated with two ends of the first guiding-channel, and a second inlet/outlet communicated with two ends of the second guiding-channel. The water flows into the heat-exchanger through the first inlet, and flows out of the heat-exchanger through the first outlet. Two ends of the heater are communicated with the first outlet and the second inlet, and the water flowed out of the first outlet is heated by the heater. The heated water flows into the heat-exchanger through the second inlet, and flows out of the heat-exchanger through the second outlet. The water-storage tank is used to storage the water flowed out of the second outlet. The faucet is communicated with the water-storage tank and the heater respectively. 1. A water dispenser , suited to adjust the temperature of water for drinking , comprising:a first heat-exchanger, including a first inlet, a first outlet, a second inlet, a second outlet, a first guiding-channel, and a second guiding-channel, the first inlet and the first outlet are communicated with two ends of the first guiding-channel respectively, the second inlet and the second outlet are communicated with two ends of the second guiding-channel respectively, wherein the water flows into the first heat-exchanger from the first inlet, and flows out of the first heat-exchanger from the first outlet through the first guiding-channel;a heater, one end is connected to the first outlet, another end is connected to the second inlet, the heater is suitable to heat the water flowed out of the first outlet, the heated water is suitable to flow into the first heat-exchanger from the second inlet, and flows out of the first heat-exchanger from the second outlet through second guiding-channel;a first water-storage tank, one end is connected to the second outlet for storing the ...

Method and apparatus for programably treating water in a water cooler

An apparatus for a programmable self sanitizing water dispenser apparatus with a digital controller as well as a programmable method for generating ozone for cleaning the reservoir and the water contained within it. The apparatus includes an anti-spill receiver that houses the controller and that can contain a ozone generator.

LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM HAVING A PORTABLE HANDHELD ACTIVATOR

The system includes a spout and a portable handheld activator insertable around the spout. The spout includes a valve member made of a magnetically-conductive material. The valve member is movable between a closed position and an opened position so as to close or open a fluid passage inside the spout. The spout also includes a core plate made of a magnetically-conductive material. The activator includes a housing made of a magnetically-conductive material, and at least one coil located into the housing to selectively generate an electromagnetic field capable of moving the valve member to the opened position against a spring force biasing the valve member into the closed position. In use, the spout and the activator are configured and disposed so that the electromagnetic field, using only a relatively small amount of electrical energy, creates a substantially uninterrupted toric magnetic circuit for actuating the valve member. 1. A system for dispensing a liquid from a container , the system including: a spout body made of a non-magnetically-conductive material;', 'a valve member made of a magnetically-conductive material and located within a fluid passage extending inside the spout body, the valve member being movable between a closed position where the valve member is in engagement with a valve seat and the fluid passage is closed, and an opened position where the valve member is out of engagement with the valve seat and the fluid passage is opened; and', 'a core plate made of a magnetically-conductive material; and, 'an elongated spout to be mounted on the container, the spout including a housing made of a magnetically-conductive material, the housing having a portion in direct engagement with a portion of the core plate when the activator is coupled to the spout; and', 'at least one coil located within the housing and around the guide hole to selectively generate an electromagnetic field moving the valve member into the opened position when the activator is ...

Faucet valve with safety handle

A faucet for controlling the dispensing of liquids includes a valve body having a valve chamber with an inlet and an outlet. A valve element is located in the valve chamber and is movable from a first position for blocking flow between the inlet and outlet to a second position for permitting flow between the inlet and the outlet. An operating stem has an inner end operatively connected to the valve element and an outer end located external to the body. A bonnet is included, and an insert member is rotatably connected to the bonnet and defines an opening through which the stem extends. The bonnet and insert member are secured to the body and enclose the valve element in the valve chamber. The insert is located such that no portion of the insert member is clamped between the bonnet and the body.

Liquid Transfer System

A novel system for safely transferring liquids from containers such as plastic jugs that are sealed by frangible seals, to conventional drums of the character having coupler-operated extractor valves. In one form of the invention, a standard coupler mechanism has been modified in a manner to provide means for rupturing the frangible seal of the sealed container without adversely affecting the manner in which the coupler is used to operate the extractor valve that is carried by the drum to which the liquid is to be transferred. Additionally, a novel adapter member has been provided for interconnecting the sealed container to the coupler mechanism. 1. In a liquid transfer system for transferring liquid from a first liquid container having a threaded neck portion including an outlet sealed by frangible seal to a second liquid container having a reservoir , an access opening to the reservoir and an extractor valve assembly connected to the access opening , which extractor valve assembly includes a valve member movable from a closed position blocking liquid flow through the extractor valve assembly to an open position permitting liquid flow there through , the improvement comprising: (i) a coupler body having an upper portion and a lower portion;', '(ii) an actuating assembly carried by said coupler body for moving the valve member of the extractor valve assembly to an open position, said actuating assembly including an actuating member having threaded neck portion having an inlet port and an outlet port; and', '(iii) a cutter assembly carried by said actuating member, said cutter assembly including a punch cutter movable from a first position to a second frangible seal cutting position upon movement of said valve member of the extractor valve assembly to an open position; and, '(a) a coupler assembly removably connected to the extractor valve assembly of said second liquid container, said coupler assembly comprising (i) a housing having an interior chamber, an upper ...

WINE STORAGE AND DISPENSING APPARATUS

An apparatus for storing and dispensing wine comprises a housing formed substantially in the shape of a wine barrel. The housing including a circumferential wall, a first closed end and a second open end. A spigot for selectively dispensing wine is supported by and positioned through the first closed end of the housing. A removable insert disposable within the housing through the second open end contains a collapsible bladder of wine. A wine dispensing port is contained within the bladder and insert. With the insert positioned within the housing, the port is positioned proximate the second open end thereof. A conduit in fluid communication with the spigot extends from the first closed end toward the second open end. Upon disposing the insert within the housing, the conduit is connectable to the port wherein the wine can be selectively dispensed from the spigot. 1. An apparatus for dispensing pre-packaged wine , the wine containable within an insert , the apparatus comprising: a circumferential wall;', 'a front face fixedly connected to a first end the wall; and', 'a removable back panel attachable to an opposing second end of the wall;, 'a housing configured substantially in the shape of a wine barrel, the housing includinga floor member disposed within the housing extending from the front face toward the back panel;a spigot for selectively dispensing wine, the spigot supported by and positioned through the front face of the housing below the floor member; anda conduit positioned within the housing below the floor member, the conduit connected to the spigot and extending toward the second end of the wall, wherein the insert containing the pre-packaged wine is disposable within the housing through the second end of the wall with the back panel removed, the insert supportable by the floor, wherein the conduit is fluidly connectable to the insert proximate the second end of the wall.2. The apparatus of further comprising:an electric heat pump extending through an ...

Automatic beverage dispenser

A beverage dispenser for providing mixed beverages. The beverage dispenser has a housing containing a plurality of first liquids, a plurality of second liquids, and a water supply, wherein the first liquids comprise liquors, and wherein the second liquids comprise mixer syrup. The beverage dispenser also has an interface, a dispensing spout and a server. The interface is provided on the housing to input variable data and receive variable instructions. The server electrically operates valves to control the flow of first liquids, second liquids and water to the beverage dispenser spout based on instructions entered at the interface and a pouring schema stored in memory.

Chilled Beverage Dispenser

A liquid condiment dispenser is provided having a base and a storage container pivotally coupled to the base by a pivot apparatus. The storage container is hollow with an opening for accepting a condiment container. A cooling device coupled to the storage container selectively cools an interior portion of the storage container. A lid in selective engagement with the storage container selectively seals the opening of the storage container and generally confines the condiment container within the interior portion of the storage container. A dispensing tube apparatus provides two fluid ducts between an interior volume of the condiment container and an exterior atmosphere. The dispensing tube apparatus is selectively coupled to the dispensing tap that is operably coupled to the lid. The dispensing tap selectively blocks the two fluid ducts between the interior volume of the generally rigid condiment container and the atmosphere. 1. A liquid condiment dispenser , comprising:a base;a storage container, wherein the storage container is generally hollow and comprises an opening configured to accept a generally rigid condiment container;a pivot apparatus pivotally coupling the storage container to the base, wherein the pivot apparatus is configured to selectively rotate the storage container with respect to the base about a pivot axis;a cooling device operably coupled to the storage container, wherein the cooling device is configured to selectively cool an interior portion of the storage container;a lid in selective engagement with the storage container, wherein the lid selectively seals the opening of the storage container and generally confines the generally rigid condiment container within the interior portion of the storage container;a dispensing tap operably coupled to the lid; anda dispensing tube apparatus configured to selectively engage a port of the generally rigid condiment container, wherein the dispensing tube apparatus is configured to provide two fluid ducts ...

Chilled Beverage Dispenser

A dispensing tube apparatus for a liquid condiment dispenser is provided. A cap selectively engages a port of a condiment container. The cap has first and second fluid passages passing therethrough. A vent tube is fluidly coupled to the first fluid passage and extends a first distance from a first end of the cap. A liquid tube is associated with the second fluid passage at the first end of the cap. First and second compressible tubes respectively fluidly couple to the first and second fluid passages at a second end of the cap and extend from the second end of the cap. For example, the liquid tube extends a second distance from the first end of the cap, where the first distance is greater than the second distance. The first and second compressible tubes, for example, are generally defined by a dual lumen tube that is formed of elastomeric material. 1. A dispensing tube apparatus for a liquid condiment dispenser , the dispensing tube apparatus comprising:a cap configured to selectively engage a port of a generally rigid condiment container, wherein the cap comprises first and second fluid passages passing therethrough;a vent tube fluidly coupled to the first fluid passage and extending a first distance from a first end of the cap;a liquid tube associated with the second fluid passage at the first end of the cap; andfirst and second compressible tubes respectively fluidly coupled to the first and second fluid passages at a second end of the cap and extending from the second end of the cap.2. The dispensing tube apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the liquid tube is generally defined by the second fluid passage.3. The dispending tube apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the liquid tube is fluidly coupled to the second fluid passage and extends a second distance from the first end of the cap.4. The dispensing tube apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the first distance is greater than the second distance.5. The dispensing tube apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the second distance is less ...

PORTABLE FLUID CONTAINER ASSEMBLY, FLUID CONNECTOR AND ATTACHMENT

An attachment for communication of fluid from a fluid source. The attachment may include at least one fluid passage permitting fluid flow through the body of the attachment, and at least one valve engaging portion in the body. The valve engaging portion may be configured to open a valve of the fluid source when the attachment is attached to the fluid source or when the attachment is moved towards the fluid source. 173-. (canceled)74. A portable container for use with a fluid transfer attachment , the fluid transfer attachment including at least one fluid passage , said portable container comprising:a container having at least one opening; anda source connector for controlling flow of fluid through the opening; andwherein said container has an attachment-receiving portion for receiving the fluid transfer attachment; andsubsequent to said fluid transfer attachment being received by said attachment-receiving portion, said source connector is opened when at least a portion of said fluid transfer attachment is moved towards the container to causes the source connector to open, to enable fluid communication between the fluid passage of the fluid transfer attachment and the container.75. The container of wherein the source connector comprises a body defining an attachment end for attaching the source connector to the opening claim 74 , and a connection end; at least a first fluid passage defined within the body permitting fluid flow at least between the attachment end and the connection end; and a first valve for controlling flow of the fluid through the first fluid passage claim 74 , the first valve being biased towards a valve dosed configuration in which fluid flow through the first fluid passage is inhibited.76. The container of wherein the source connector further comprises: a second fluid passage defined within the body permitting fluid flow at least between the connection end and the attachment end; and a second valve for controlling flow of the fluid through the ...

Assembly for Dispensing a Canister's Liquid Contents Into a Vessel and for Rinsing a Residue of the Liquid Contents

An assembly for purging a canister into a tank and for rinsing the canister, the canister having a floor, the assembly including a “A” configured lance having a plurality of legs and a bar, each leg among the plurality of legs forming a blade having an upper end and an outer edge, the blades' upper ends and outer edges being sharpened for, upon upward impingement against the canisters' floor, dividing the floor into a plurality of sections, each section among the plurality of sections being configured as a flexible leaf, the bar member forming and functioning both as a leaf deflecting mandrel, and as a rotatable sprinkler head, the “A” configured lance and associated sprinkler head configured mandrel being mountable within the tank by suspension hooks. 1. An assembly for dispensing a canister's liquid contents into a vessel and for water rinsing a residue of the liquid contents , the canister having a floor , said assembly comprising:(a) an “A” lance having a plurality of legs and a bar, each leg among the plurality of legs comprising a blade having an upper end and an outer edge, the blades' outer edges being sharpened for, upon upward impingement against the canister's floor, segmenting the floor into a plurality of flexible leaf sections;(b) rinsing means connected operatively to the “A” lance, the rinsing means being adapted for emitting the rinsing water from the bar; and(c) first mounting means adapted for positioning the “A” lance within the vessel.2. The assembly of wherein the bar comprises a leaf deflecting mandrel claim 1 , the leaf deflecting mandrel having a plurality of water outlet ports claim 1 , the rinsing means' adaptation for emitting the rinsing water from the bar comprising said water outlet ports.3. The assembly of wherein the leaf deflecting mandrel comprises an enlarged sprinkler head.4. The assembly of wherein the leaf deflecting mandrel further comprises a support column fixedly attached to and extending downwardly from the enlarged ...

Support Unit

A support unit for supporting a drain tap in a flexible bag located in a bag-in-box (BIB) liquid dispenser includes a substantially planar plate with a least one surface adapted to abut the outer surface of the box. The support unit has a slit to receive the drain tap when lead through the wall of the box and form a supporting collar around the drain tap where the plate area next to the slit tapers towards the opening of the slit, forming two tapering areas on each side of the slit. The support unit may further include an area that is convex.

BEVERAGE DISPENSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Various beverage preparation systems and methods are disclosed. The beverage preparation system can include a dispensing unit configured to receive beverage, such as a shot of espresso, from a beverage preparation machine. The dispensing unit can include a dispensing unit with a first end and a second end. The dispensing unit can be rotatable between an upright position and an inverted position. The dispensing unit can be configured to receive the beverage through the second end when the dispensing unit is in the upright position, and can be configured to receive cleansing fluid through the second end when the dispensing unit is in the inverted position. In some embodiments, when the dispensing unit is in an intermediate position between the upright and inverted positions, the dispensing unit is configured to dispense the beverage out of the first end and into a cup or other vessel. 1. (canceled)2. A beverage preparation system configured to produce heated aerated liquid , the beverage preparation system comprising:a base comprising a base port;a container configured to engage with and disengage from the base, the container comprising an upper end and a lower end, the lower end comprising a container port with a check valve, the check valve being configured to automatically close when the container is disengaged from the base; and tubing that is configured to convey a liquid;', 'a heating unit; and', 'an aeration unit;, 'a tubing assembly connected with the base, the tubing assembly, comprising heat and aerate, with the heating unit and the aeration unit, the liquid in the tubing assembly; and', 'introduce the liquid from the tubing assembly into the container., 'the beverage preparation system being configured to3. The beverage preparation system of claim 2 , wherein the base further comprises a second base port and the container further comprises a second container port with a second check valve.4. The beverage preparation system of claim 2 , wherein the heating ...

FLUID DISPENSER

A fluid dispenser for use for birds and animals and for use to purify water for human consumption is described, the dispenser having a fluid container and a valve rod that move relative to each other to open and close valves to an inlet funnel at an upper end of the dispenser and to a fluid reservoir at a lower end of the dispenser. 1. A fluid dispenser , comprising:a) a fluid container comprising an upper opening and a lower opening;b) an upper valve seat disposed in the fluid container adjacent the upper opening;c) a lower valve seat disposed in the fluid container adjacent the lower opening, wherein the upper and lower valve seats are disposed a first predetermined distance apart;d) a valve rod disposed in the fluid container, the valve rod comprising an upper valve stopper disposed thereon, the upper valve stopper configured to seat in the upper valve seat, and wherein the valve rod further comprises a lower valve stopper disposed thereon, the lower valve stopper configured to seat in the lower valve seat, wherein the upper and lower valve stoppers are disposed a second predetermined distance apart, and wherein the second predetermined distance is less than the first predetermined distance;e) a reservoir operatively coupled to the lower opening of the fluid container; andf) wherein raising the valve rod relative to the fluid container, or lowering the fluid container relative to the valve rod, causes the upper valve stopper to seat in the upper valve seat, and when lowering the valve rod relative to the fluid container, or raising the fluid container relative to the valve rod, causes the lower valve stopper to seat in the lower valve seat.2. The fluid dispenser as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising an inlet funnel operatively coupled to the upper opening claim 1 , the inlet funnel further comprising the upper valve seat.3. The fluid dispenser as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the inlet funnel is threadably coupled to the fluid container.4. The fluid ...

METHOD FOR OPERATING A CONTAINER, AND CONTAINER

A method for operating a container having a frame and a tank supported a distance from the ground by the frame so that a bottom side of the tank is accessible, includes connecting a protective gas line to a gas connection on the tank and applying pressure to the protective gas line before removing filling material from the tank so that protective gas can flow into the interior of the tank through a medium channel. A removal apparatus is connected to an opening of the tank and filling material present in the tank is removed from an interior of the tank through the opening. Data relating to a pressure of protective gas in the medium channel is detected by a pressure sensor at least during a time period of removing the filling material from the tank. 121.-. (canceled)22. A method for operating a container for flowable filling material , the container comprising a tank and a frame , the tank being supported by the frame at a distance from the ground so that a bottom side of the tank is accessible , the bottom side of the tank having opening through which the filling material can be conducted into an interior of the tank for filling the tank and through which the filling material can be removed from the interior , and the tank having a gas connection connectable with a protective gas line , wherein the method comprises the steps of:connecting a protective gas line to the gas connection and applying pressure in said protective gas line before removal of flowable filling material from the tank, so that a protective gas can flow into an interior of the tank through a medium channel when the flowable filling material is removed from the tank;connecting a removal apparatus to the opening of the tank, and removing the flowable filling material from the interior of the tank through the opening by the removal apparatus; anddetecting, by a pressure sensor, data relating to a pressure of the protective gas in the medium channel during a time period of the removing the flowable ...

WATER DISPENSER

A water dispenser includes a raw water container having an inner tube a water outlet port of the raw water container. The inner tube is provided with a stepped portion having a smaller diameter at its portion closer to the interior of the raw water container, and a fastening belt portion formed contiguous to the stepped portion on the smaller diameter side thereof. The water server also includes a joint portion in the form of a cylindrical member including a straight portion () configured to be fitted tightly to the fastening belt portion, and provided with a water flow hole formed in a size so as not to cover the entire axial width of the fastening belt portion while the straight portion is being inserted into the fastening belt portion. 1. A water dispenser comprising: a replaceable raw water container; and a raw water supply passage which allows communication between the raw water container and the cold water tank;{'b': '46', 'wherein a cap is attached to the raw water container, the cap comprising: an inner tube () protruding into an interior of the raw water container and defining a water outlet port of the raw water container; and a plug closing the water outlet port;'}wherein the raw water supply passage includes a joint portion configured to be detachably connected to the water outlet port;wherein an inner peripheral surface of the inner tube is provided with a stepped portion having a smaller diameter at a portion thereof closer to the interior of the raw water container, and a fastening belt portion formed contiguous to the stepped portion on a smaller diameter side thereof;wherein the plug comprises: a bottomed cylindrical portion having a bottom and configured to be fitted to the inner tube with an opening thereof facing an exterior of the raw water container; a fitting surface formed on an outer peripheral surface of the bottomed cylindrical portion so as to be fitted to the fastening belt portion with an interference fit; and an engaging portion formed ...

WATER DISPENSER

In a water dispenser, drinking water is introduced into a hot water tank through a hot water tank water supply pipe from an upper tank arranged at a higher level than the hot water tank. This water dispenser includes a hot water discharge pipe through which high-temperature drinking water is discharged to outside from the hot water tank and which has an end portion on the side of the hot water tank, the end portion having an opening at a position spaced apart downwardly from the top surface of the hot water tank. The hot water tank water supply pipe includes an in-tank pipe portion formed with a small hole located at a higher level than the opening of the end portion. 1a hot water tank in which high-temperature drinking water is to be stored;an upper tank which is arranged at a higher level than the hot water tank, and in which drinking water to be supplied to the hot water tank is to be stored;a hot water tank water supply pipe through which an interior of the upper tank communicates with an interior of the hot water tank such that drinking water is introduced from the upper tank into the hot water tank through the hot water tank water supply pipe due to a weight of the drinking water;a heater configured to heat drinking water in the hot water tank; anda hot water discharge pipe configured such that high-temperature drinking water stored in the hot water tank can be discharged through the hot water discharge pipe to outside,wherein the hot water discharge pipe has an end portion on a side of the hot water tank,wherein said end portion has an opening at a position spaced apart downwardly from a top surface of the hot water tank,wherein the hot water tank water supply pipe is provided with an in-tank pipe portion extending downwardly from the top surface of the hot water tank through the interior of the hot water tank, andwherein the in-tank pipe portion is formed, at an intermediate portion thereof, with a small hole which opens at a higher level than the opening of ...

WATER DISPENSER

A water dispenser is provided in which drinking water in a raw water container is fed by gravity into a temporary tank through a water fall line, and which is configured such that a negative pressure created in the raw water container is never balanced with the water fall pressure. The interior of a piercing rod piercing through a plug of the raw water container is partitioned into an water passage and an air passage. The air passage is opened and closed by a float valve including a valve body, and a float afloat on the water in the temporary tank and coupled to the valve body. With this arrangement, the valve body is forcibly moved to the position corresponding to the water level in the temporary tank under the weight of the float. 1. A water dispenser comprising a replaceable raw water container , a water fall line including a valve case pipe portion , and a temporary tank , wherein the raw water container , the water fall line , and the temporary tank are configured such that drinking water in the raw water container is fed by gravity into the temporary tank through the water fall line , wherein the water dispenser further comprises a float valve capable of automatically stopping a supply of water from the water fall line ,wherein the float valve comprises a float configured to be kept afloat on drinking water in the temporary tank, and a valve body movable in the valve case pipe portion,wherein the raw water container is configured to be spontaneously collapsed as an amount of drinking water remaining in the raw water container decreases, and thereafter tend to suck in air in the temporary tank by a self-recovery force of the raw water container, andwherein the float is operatively coupled to the valve body such that the valve body is forcibly moved to a position corresponding to a water level in the temporary tank, by a weight of the float.2. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the raw water container includes a plug portion claim 1 , and the water fall ...

LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM

A liquid dispensing system for dispensing a liquid comprises an insulated housing comprising a top wall and a side wall mounted to the top wall, the side wall extending downwardly from the top wall to define an interior configured to receive a refill container comprising a liquid; a bottom surface mounted to the housing at a mounting interface and configured to enclose the interior of the housing; a sloped surface mounted within the interior of the housing and configured to induce the liquid within the refill container to flow toward a dispensing aperture through which the liquid is dispensed from the system; and a pump assembly in fluid communication with the interior of the housing, the pump assembly comprising a gas source and configured to deliver a gas from the gas source to the interior of the housing to apply pressure to the refill container. 1. A dispensing system for dispensing a liquid , the system comprising:an insulated housing comprising a top wall and a side wall mounted to the top wall, the side wall extending downwardly from the top wall to define an interior configured to receive a refill container comprising a liquid;a bottom surface mounted to the housing at a mounting interface and configured to enclose the interior of the housing;a sloped surface mounted within the interior of the housing and configured to induce the liquid within the refill container to flow toward a dispensing aperture through which the liquid is dispensed from the system; anda pump assembly in fluid communication with the interior of the housing, the pump assembly comprising a gas source and configured to deliver a gas from the gas source to the interior of the housing to apply pressure to the refill container.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the top wall and the side wall are double walls.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the double walls are evacuated to form a vacuum.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the side wall is shaped as a cylinder defining an open bottom end ...

CHEMICAL PRODUCT DISPENSING USING A FLUID DRIVE AND RETURN HOME INTERFACE

A fluid-driven chemical product dispensing system dispenses fluid chemical product concentrates. The dispensing system includes a fluid drive unit powered by flow of a fluid, such as a diluent, and a pump which delivers the fluid chemical product concentrate from a supply to a destination. Upon exit from the fluid drive unit, the diluent is also delivered to the destination, where it mixes with the dispensed fluid chemical product concentrate to form a use solution. The dilution ratio of the volume of fluid chemical product concentrate dispensed per unit time versus the volume of diluent exiting the drive unit per unit time is constant over a defined range of diluent flow rates. 1. A dispensing system comprising:a fluid drive unit including a housing having an inlet connected to receive a supply of a diluent such that flow of the diluent causes rotation of a rotor positioned within a cavity of the housing of the fluid drive unit, the housing further having an outlet from which the fluid exits the housing and is directed to a reservoir,wherein a rotational speed (revolutions per minute) of the rotor as a function of flow rate of the diluent is substantially linear over a defined range of diluent flow rates;a pump connected to receive a supply of a fluid chemical product concentrate, the pump further connected to be driven by the rotation of the fluid drive unit, resulting in dispensation of the fluid chemical product concentrate into the reservoir responsive to rotation of the fluid drive unit such that a dilution ratio of a volume of the fluid chemical product concentrate dispensed per unit time versus a volume of diluent exiting the fluid drive unit per unit time is constant over the defined range of diluent flow rates; anda return home interface having an off position and a dispense position, the return home interface comprising:a lobe rotor configured to interface with the pump such that the pump is stopped at a desirable rotational index when the return home ...

MULTI RESERVOIR DISPENSER

A multi reservoir dispenser includes a first reservoir for holding a first fluid and a second reservoir for holding a second fluid. The dispenser further includes first pump mechanism that includes a first displaceable plunger and a first plunger cavity that is disposed along a first flow path for receiving the first fluid and a second displaceable plunger and a second plunger cavity for receiving the second fluid. An actuator includes a selector and an actuator that are movable between: (a) a first position in which only the first plunger of the pump mechanism is actuated for discharging only the first fluid through a first orifice of a fluid dispensing manifold by causing the first fluid to flow along a first flow path; and (b) a second position in which only the second plunger of the pump mechanism is actuated for discharging only the second fluid through a second orifice of the fluid dispensing manifold by causing the second fluid to flow along a second flow path. 1. A multi reservoir dispenser comprising:a main receptacle having a first reservoir for holding a first fluid and a second reservoir for holding a second fluid;a first pump mechanism in fluid communication with the first reservoir via a first flow path, the first pump mechanism having a first displaceable plunger;a second pump mechanism in fluid communication with the second reservoir via a second flow path, the second pump mechanism having a second displaceable plunger;a closure for covering an open end of the main receptacle, the closure having a dispensing opening;a manifold having a first orifice in fluid communication with the first flow path and a second orifice in fluid communication with the second flow path, the manifold being disposed within the dispensing opening;an actuator assembly comprising a selector and actuator, that is coupled to the selector, the actuator assembly being movable between: (a) a first position in which only the first displaceable plunger of the first pump mechanism is ...

Beverage Dispensing System

A beverage dispensing system for selectively dispensing a beverage in a vehicle includes a vehicle that has a cabin and an outer surface. A refrigerator is positioned within the vehicle and the refrigerator contains and cools a beverage. A dispensing unit is fluidly coupled to the refrigerator and the dispensing unit selectively dispenses the beverage. The dispensing unit is positioned within the cabin to be accessible to a driver of the vehicle. A charging unit is coupled to the vehicle thereby facilitating the charging to be exposed to sunlight. The charging unit converts sunlight into electrical energy and the charging unit is electrically coupled to the refrigerator and the dispensing unit.

WATER DISCHARGE DEVICE

A water discharge device is disclosed. A water discharge device according to an embodiment of the present invention may comprise: a main body having a flow channel formed therein such that water flows through the same and having a discharge opening connected to the flow channel and to the outside such that the water, which has flowed through the flow channel, is discharged to the outside; an opening/closing portion comprising an opening/closing member movably provided in the flow channel so as to open/close an opening/closing hole formed in the flow channel; and a manipulation portion that comprises a rotatable member, which rotates, and interworks with the main body and the opening/closing portion such that the opening/closing member is moved in the flow channel by a rotation of the rotatable member. 1. A water discharge device comprising:a main body including a flow channel in which water flows and an outlet connected to the flow channel and the outside to allow water flowing in the flow channel to be discharged to the outside;an opening and closing part including an opening and closing member movably provided in the flow channel to open and close an opening and closing hole formed in the flow channel; andan operating part including a rotating rotary member and enabling the opening and closing member to move in the flow channel according to rotation of the rotary member in conjunction with the main body and the opening and closing part.2. The water discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the opening and closing part includes a movement switching member to which a connection part included in the opening and closing member is connected claim 1 , the movement switching member moving in a length direction of the flow channel claim 1 , while rotating according to rotation of the rotary member.3. The water discharge device of claim 2 , wherein the movement switching member has a guide protrusion inserted into a guide hole formed in the main body to move and rotate claim 2 ...

DOSING DEVICE FOR SOAKING A CLEANING CLOTH WITH DETERGENT

This invention concerns a device for dosing a liquid detergent for soaking cleaning cloths, which releases an exact amount of liquid detergent; in particular, the invention refers to the actuating devices for operating the valve that the above-mentioned dosing device is fitted with. 1. A detergent dosing device for soaking cleaning cloths , comprising:a body equipped with a storage chamber;at least one actuating device for moving a valve fixed inside the body;an outlet pipe on a bottom of the body for releasing the liquid detergent stored inside the storage chamber upon actuation of the at least one actuating device, an outlet section of the outlet pipe being closed by the valve and opened by rectilinear displacement of the valve along a main axis of the valve by the actuating devices, the actuation devices being joined to the valve by means of a connection on the outside of the body.2. The detergent dosing device of wherein the connection on the outside of the body is integrally formed with a protruding part at the bottom of the valve.3. The detergent dosing device of wherein the connection between the valve and the actuating devices takes the form of a lower extension of the valve on the outside of the body claim 1 , joined to a track claim 1 , whose generatrix has a diverging radius on the end of an arm of a lever claim 1 , whose opposite arm claim 1 , with respect to a hinging fulcrum claim 1 , has a grip adapted for manual movement of the actuating devices.4. The detergent dosing device of wherein the lever is pivoted on the outside of the body claim 3 , whereby the lever can be easily accessed and readily serviced.5. The detergent dosing device of wherein the grip claim 4 , which is adapted to be manually operated by an operator claim 4 , is on a front part of the dosing device positioned in an ergonomic manner.6. The detergent dosing device of wherein the rotational movement of the lever reproduces a flow behavior of the liquid detergent claim 3 , whereby it ...

Contactless liquid dispensing valve

A contactless valve configured to dispense a liquid can include an actuator configured to move a plug between a closed position in which the plug prevents the flow of liquid through valve body, and an open position in which liquid can be dispensed through an outlet. The valve can include an activation sensor, a presence sensor, and a controller configured to control the actuator and in electrical communication with the activation sensor and the presence sensor. The controller can be configured to switch the presence sensor into the activated state in response to the detection of the prerequisite condition by the activation sensor, and to control the actuator to move the plug from the closed position to the open position in response to the detection of the object in the upper detection zone by the presence sensor.

Liquid injecting container

The present disclosure relates to a liquid injecting container for an atomizer. The atomizer includes a liquid injecting opening. The liquid injecting container includes a housing, a movable element, and an elastic element. The housing defines a reservoir for storing tobacco liquid. The housing has an open end. The open end defines at least one liquid outlet. The movable element is capable of moving along an axial direction of the open end. The elastic element abuts against the movable element. When the open end is coupled to the liquid injecting opening, the movable element is capable of moving axially to a first position where the at least one liquid outlet is opened. When the open end is detached from the atomizer, the elastic element is capable of driving the movable element to move axially to a second position where the at least one liquid outlet is sealed.

Multipurpose nozzle access door, content management insert, and anchor for a flexible cooler and dispenser alternative

A multipurpose nozzle access door, content management insert, and anchor for a flexible cooler and dispenser alternative is an insulated beverage cooler/utility bag body that accepts a waterproof and water tight content management insert. The content management insert lines the inside of the cooler body and is fastened to selected portion of the interior of the cooler body. In concert the liner covers the entire inner cavity which is the storage space of the cooler. Individually the liner permits arrangement, separation, variable insulation of items placed in the cooler storage space. The cooler has a cascading door with a cancelable cup holder attached. Additionally, the cooler has two types of anchors that allow the carrying strap to act as the linkage between the cooler body and either one of the anchors so that the cooler can be restrained near a fixed point. 1. A flexible cooler and dispenser alternative , comprising: a Content Management Insert that is removable and of variable dimensions whereby controlling the insulation characteristics of the Content Management Insert, arrangement of the Content Management Insert, and quantity of the Content Management Insert inside the Cooler Body; and', 'a Detachable Cooler Handle wherein said Detachable Handle connects to the Cooler Body on one end and connects to the Cooler Body, a Table Top Anchor, and a Wall Mounted Anchor on the opposite end whereby said Detachable Cooler Handle is for carrying the Cooler Body and restraining the Cooler Body., 'a Cooler Body with a Cooler Lid and a Cascading Door whereby the Cascading Door is for accessing a Reservoir Nozzle for uninstructed dispensing of the contents of a Fluid Reservoir into a Cup and wherein said Cascading Door has a Cup Holder mechanism attached;'} This application claims the benefits of U.S. Provisional Patent Application 61/957,578 Filled on Jul. 8, 2013.1. Field of InventionMultipurpose food and beverage storage and water dispenser alternatives provide many ...

PIERCE AT FIRST USE FLUID DISPENSING VALVE AND FLEXIBLE PACKAGE INCLUDING THE SAME

A package including a fitment for dispensing a liquid from a flexible bag is disclosed. The fitment is secured to the bag and includes a compressible bulb and a piercing member that are coupled together. The fitment is configured such that when the bulb is first actuated, e.g., pressed, it causes the piercing member to pierce through the wall of the bag so that the contents of the bag can be dispensed through an outlet port of the fitment. In one embodiment of the fitment a portion of the piercing member is permanently located within the bag after first use and a valve is provided to open and close the outlet port thereafter. In another and more preferred embodiment the piercing member is extended into and out of the bag to dispense the contents of the bag through the outlet port, without necessitating use of a separate valve to open and close that port. 1. A fitment for package holding a liquid therein , said fitment being configured for selectively dispensing a quantity of the liquid from the package , the package comprising a flexible bag having a hollow interior in which the liquid is disposed and a wall contiguous with the hollow interior , said a fitment comprising;a body having a portion configured for securement to the wall of the bag, a passageway, and an outlet in communication with said passageway;an actuator comprising a member configured to be repeatedly depressed and released;a plunger coupled to said actuator and configured to be moved through said passageway in one direction to an extended position upon the depression of said actuator and moved through said passageway in a second direction to a retracted position in automatic response to the release of said actuator;a valve coupled to said actuator and configured to be in either an open state or a closed state, said valve being in said open state when said actuator is depressed and being in said closed state when said actuator is released; anda piercing member comprising a hollow member coupled to ...

WINE PRESERVING PACKAGING

A container and method for dispensing degradable beverages, such as wine, from a non-chemical leaching polymer container, while insuring that gaseous contaminants such as oxygen cannot enter the container. 1. A container for storing and preventing spoilage of a degradable beverage while dispensing the beverage from said container and during storage of the beverage in said container between dispensing events , comprising:a flexible and collapsible bag made of a fluoropolymer, having an inner volume;a dispensing means further comprising a flexible tube made of a fluoropolymer attached to said flexible and collapsible bag and a clamp attached to said flexible tube to seal it hermetically when closed.2. (canceled)3. The container of claim 1 , wherein the fluoropolymer is claim 1 , perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) claim 1 , or fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP).4. A method of preventing spoilage of a degradable beverage while dispensing of the beverage from a container and during storage of the beverage in the container between dispensing events comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a) providing the container of ;'}b) completely filling the flexible and collapsible bag of said container with a degradable beverage;d) hanging the container upside down;e) opening the clamp;f) collecting the beverage; and,g) closing the clamp. In recent years, there has been a great increase in wine consumption. As more people have become familiar with better quality wines, they have also become sensitive to the degradation which occurs when an open bottle of wine is recorked and reused at a later time. The problem appears to be that when a wine bottle is opened for an initial pouring, oxygen in the air enters the bottle and is trapped there when the bottle is recorked. The trapped oxygen apparently chemically interacts with the wine remaining in the bottle, causing changes in the taste, aroma, and color of the wine. Thus, when the bottle is reopened at a later date, the ...

System, cartridge, beverage preparation unit and method for producing a beverage

Disclosed is a system for producing a beverage, in particular a cold beverage, comprising a cartridge that has a reservoir filled with a beverage substance, a beverage preparation unit with a cartridge receptacle into which the cartridge can be reversibly inserted, and a cartridge discharge device which causes at least partial transfer of the beverage substance from the reservoir into a mixing chamber; furthermore, the beverage preparation unit comprises a fluid supply which opens into the mixing chamber, or the system includes a movable plunger which is placed inside the reservoir and can be transferred from a starting position into a final position by means of the cartridge discharge device.

Fluid Dispenser

A novel fluid dispenser system is described. The system is comprised of a plurality of connectors that each connect to one a plurality of fluid supply containers and, once connected, hold a valve on the supply container in an opened position. The connectors are connected, using flexible tubing, to a valve manifold that selectively dispenses fluid from each of the supply containers. The system provides a means of selectively and safely delivering fluid from large and ungainly supply containers without the need for lifting or otherwise manipulating the supply container itself. The system is especially useful in delivering laundry detergent and other additives from supply containers to a washing machine in a home use application. 1. A fluid dispenser comprising:a. a plurality of connectors, each of the connectors to connect to one of a plurality of fluid containers, each of the plurality of fluid containers including a spigot that includes an outlet tube, the outlet tube comprising a cylinder with a longitudinal axis, and a valve, the valve opened by pushing on a push button in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis and in the direction of the outlet tube, and, i. a hollow cylindrical body, having a first end and a second end,', 'ii. the first end sized to fit over the outlet tube of the spigot of the fluid container, and,', 'iii. the second end having an exit port that includes a barb for connection to flexible tubing, and,', 'iv. a clip extending vertically from a rim of the first end, the clip terminating with a right angle bend that simultaneously: secures the tab to the spigot, and, depresses the push button thereby opening the valve on the spigot, and,, 'b. each of the plurality of connectors comprising i. a plurality of inlet ports, each of the plurality of inlet ports connected via the flexible tubing to the exit port of one of the plurality of connectors,', 'ii. a multiport valve that includes an actuator having a plurality of positions that connects ...

FUEL ADDITIVE BOTTLE FOR USE WITH CAPLESS FUEL SYSTEM

A fuel additive bottle has a neck and thread pattern that allows insertion into a capless fuel system so the bottle's contents can be poured by gravity into a fuel tank. The neck of the bottle is elongated and has a diameter of approximately 0.854″, and the novel thread pattern includes thread interruptions that form at least one threadless path. In use, the spring loaded tabs of a capless fuel system are depressed by the threadless path portion of bottle, thereby triggering the self-sealing mechanism to open, so the fluid receiving aperture is exposed. The use of the threadless paths facilitates the safe and easy entry and removal of the bottle from the capless fuel system. 1. A bottle for use with a capless fuel system , said bottle including:A) A neck having a substantially smooth surface;B) A lip connected to the distal end of said neck, said lip defining a plurality of threads; andC) A plurality of thread interruptions defined by said threads, said thread interruptions forming at least one threadless path along the longitudinal axis of said lip.2. The bottle of wherein said neck has an outside diameter between 0.846 inches to 0.862 inches.3. The bottle of wherein said neck has an outside diameter of at least 0.850 inches to 0.862 inches.4. The bottle of wherein said plurality of threads are of an industry standard 22 mm finish.5. The bottle of wherein said plurality of thread interruptions defines two threadless paths.6. The bottle of wherein the longitudinal axis of said two threadless paths are approximately 180° one from another.7. The bottle of wherein each threadless path is approximately 51°.8. The bottle of wherein said neck is cylindrical.9. A system for transporting claim 5 , storing and pouring fuel additives including:A) A reservoir with a volume capacity of approximately 187 mL to 1000 mL;B) A rigid neck in fluid communication with said reservoir;C) A threaded lip in communication with said neck, said threaded lip including at least one ...

Liquid Dispenser with Storage Tanks

A liquid dispenser has containers, sized, shaped and arranged to enclose different volumes but each of the containers has a top with a refill opening that is substantially the same as the top and openings of the other containers. The containers are provided with curving transition sections that taper the sides of the container to increase or decrease the width of the container to provide a smaller or large top sizes as needed. 125-. (canceled)26. A liquid dispenser comprising:a first container having a first volume, the first container comprising a first bottom, a first back wall, a first front wall, a first side wall, and a second side wall, a first container width defined between the first side all and the second side all the first container comprising a first top having a first top edge generally in vertical alignment with the first side wall and a second top edge, a first top opening width defined between the first top edge and the second top edge; anda second container having a second volume, the second container comprising a second bottom, a second back wall, a second front wall, a third side all and a fourth side wall, a second container width defined between the third side wall and the fourth side wall, the second container comprising a second top having a third top edge generally in vertical alignment with the third side wall and a fourth top edge, a second top opening width defined between the third top edge and the fourth top edge;wherein the second container width is greater than the first container width, the first top opening is greater than the first container width, the second top opening is less than the second container width, and the first top opening is substantially equal to the second top opening.27. The liquid dispenser of claim 26 , further comprising:a first drain extending downwardly from the first bottom; anda second drain extending downwardly from the second bottom.28. The liquid dispenser of claim 27 , wherein the fast container further ...

VALVE BODY OF A DOSING DEVICE

The object of this invention is a valve body of a cleaning appliance, specifically a dosing device, whose valve body can open and close the inlet and outlet pipes of the dosing chamber of said dosing device, to release a correct amount of detergent for soaking a cleaning cloth.

COVER FOR A WATER COOLER RESERVOIR BOTTLE

An aesthetically pleasing decorative cover for a water cooler or water cooler reservoir bottle helps to transform the bottle from a bottle into a likeness of a person or animal without completely covering the water cooler or water cooler reservoir bottle. The decorative cover may be a three dimensional simulation of sports headgear and can include a cap to allow the user to wear the cover in a “bobble head” fashion through a cap with elastic straps. Additional features include a liner bowl for use as a chip and/or ice bowl, and may include a pivoted handle/simulated face mask. 1. A cover for a water cooler reservoir bottle comprising:a body that defines an interior body surface, wherein the interior body surface of the body defines a cavity sized and shaped to receive a water cooler reservoir bottle and the body does not completely cover the external body surface of the water cooler reservoir bottle, wherein an exterior of the body is a three dimensional simulation of one of a human headgear, a human head and an animal head including visual representation of elements of one of a human headgear, a human head and an animal head.2. The cover as claimed in wherein the body further comprises a body opening and the body opening exposes facial features defined on a water cooler reservoir bottle upon which the cover is placed claim 1 , and wherein the exterior of the body simulates human headgear including visual representations of one of sports headgear claim 1 , wig claim 1 , motorcycle helmet claim 1 , military helmet claim 1 , fireman helmet claim 1 , police helmet claim 1 , postal headgear claim 1 , fisherman headgear claim 1 , sombrero claim 1 , cowboy hat claim 1 , coonskin cap claim 1 , safari headgear claim 1 , beach headgear claim 1 , visor claim 1 , construction hat claim 1 , chef hat claim 1 , Uncle Sam hat claim 1 , Santa Clause hat claim 1 , marching band hat claim 1 , bridal veil claim 1 , and knight headgear.3. The cover as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MEASURING LIQUID CONSUMPTION DURING INFANT FEEDING

A device for measuring in real time the volume of a partially upturned bottle has a sleeve that extends around the upturned bottle with an open distal end and a closed proximal end. An accelerometer in the device determines the vertical direction and the angle between the vertical direction and the longitudinal axis of the bottle. Another accelerometer measures the force exerted by the bottle in the direction of the longitudinal axis. These parameters are used to calculate the total mass and volume of the upturned bottle. A dimmable screen displays the total mass, total volume, change in mass and/or change in volume. 1. (canceled)2. A device for measuring a change in volume of a liquid in a baby bottle during feeding comprising:a body comprising a sleeve extending over a baby bottle, the body having an open distal end, the sleeve being radially symmetric about a longitudinal axis;a scale capable of measuring the force exerted in the longitudinal direction by a bottle within the sleeve;an accelerometer capable of determining a direction of gravity and measuring the angle between the longitudinal axis and the direction of gravity;a self-illuminating display screen;a battery; and,a microcircuit in communication with the scale, the accelerometer, the display screen and the battery.3. The device for measuring a change in volume of a liquid in a baby bottle during feeding of wherein the scale includes an annular ring on an interior side of the sleeve frictionally engaged with an outside wall of the baby bottle.4. The device for measuring a change in volume of a liquid in a baby bottle during feeding of further comprising a temperature gauge in the annular ring of the scale.5. The device for measuring a change in volume of a liquid in a baby bottle during feeding of further comprising a planar base at the proximal end of the sleeve.6. The device for measuring a change in volume of a liquid in a baby bottle during feeding of further comprising a second scale in the base ...

ROBOT

A robot includes an ingredient mold configured to process food ingredients into solid ingredients; a storage container configured to store the solid ingredients processed in the ingredient mold; a transfer tube through which the solid ingredients in the storage container pass; a feed tube connected to the transfer tube, formed with an ingredient port, and having a passage configured to guide ingredients to the ingredient port; and a feeder configured to feed the solid ingredients, which are moved to the feed tube, to the ingredient port. 1. A robot comprising:an ingredient mold configured to process food ingredients into solid ingredients;a storage container configured to store the solid ingredients processed in the ingredient mold;a transfer tube through which the solid ingredients in the storage container pass;a feed tube connected to the transfer tube, formed with an ingredient port, and having a passage configured to guide ingredients to the ingredient port; anda feeder configured to feed the solid ingredients, which are moved to the feed tube, to the ingredient port.2. The robot according to claim 1 , further comprising a control valve disposed at an outlet of the storage container or an upper portion of the transfer tube to control a drop of the solid ingredients contained in the storage container.3. The robot according to claim 2 , wherein the control valve includes:a valve body rotatably disposed at the outlet of the storage container or in the transfer tube; anda motor configured to rotate the valve body.4. The robot according to claim 3 , wherein the motor includes:a motor rod connected to the valve body to linearly move; anda solenoid motor configured to linearly reciprocate the motor rod.5. The robot according to claim 3 , wherein the control valve is configured to be opened or closed for a time during which a plurality of solid ingredients contained in the storage container drop one by one.6. The robot according to claim 3 , further comprising a ...

ADDITIVES IN FILTER AS YOU POUR SYSTEM

On example of a fluid dispensing system includes an unfiltered water container body defining an internal storage volume configured to hold a volume of water, a fluid outlet arranged for fluid communication with the internal storage volume, and a filter element positioned in the internal storage volume. With this configuration, a water dispensing process can be performed in which a single continuous stream of unfiltered water from the unfiltered water container body can pass through the filter element and be dispensed from the unfiltered water container body as a stream of filtered water. A water soluble tablet with an additive is positioned in the internal storage volume downstream of the filter medium such that the filtered water can pass out of the filter element and into contact with the water soluble tablet before being dispensed from the fluid outlet. 1. A fluid dispensing system , comprising:an unfiltered water container body defining an internal storage volume configured to hold a volume of water;a fluid outlet arranged for fluid communication with the internal storage volume of the unfiltered water container body;a filter element positioned in the internal storage volume of the unfiltered water container body and configured and arranged such that a water dispensing process can be performed in which a single continuous stream of unfiltered water from the unfiltered water container body can pass through the filter element and be dispensed from the unfiltered water container body as a stream of filtered water; anda water soluble tablet that comprises one or more additives and is positioned in the internal storage volume downstream of the filter element such that the filtered water can pass out of the filter element and into contact with the water soluble tablet prior to being dispensed from the fluid outlet.2. The fluid dispensing system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the filter element is an element of a filter assembly that is positioned in the internal ...

Water purifier

A water purifier includes a filter housing defining an accommodation space therein, a water discharge module including a water purifier body including a housing defining an outer appearance and a filter provided in the housing to filter raw water introduced from the outside and a water discharge nozzle mounted on the water purifier body to supply the water passing through the filter to the outside of the water purifier body, and a tray provided below the water discharge module. The water discharge module includes an elevation unit elevatably mounted on a front surface of the water purifier body so as to be elevated with respect to the water purifier body and a rotator having one side in which the water discharge nozzle is provided, rotatably mounted on the elevation unit, and allowing the water discharge nozzle to vary in position while being rotated with respect to the elevation unit.

Communion Cup Filler Apparatus and Method

A communion cup filler apparatus that fills a full tray of serving cups simultaneously within several seconds. Each of a plurality of serving cups is positioned in an associated aperture in the tray. A distributor is attached above a base. The distributor includes a plurality of sloped polygon shapes, wherein each polygon shape includes an outlet hole; The tray is aligned between the base and distributor. A liquid is poured onto the distributor and is evenly divided among the serving cups.

CUSTOM BEVERAGE CREATION DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD

A system for carbonating fluid is provided comprising a gas supply and a fluid vessel for carbonating fluid, the fluid vessel having at least one internal surface for obstructing a return path of the gas to an upper surface of the fluid after injection. A retainer retains the fluid vessel relative to the gas supply and a gas injector injects gas from the gas supply into the fluid vessel. During use, the gas injector injects gas below a fluid level within the fluid vessel. 1. A system for carbonating fluid comprising:a gas supply;a fluid vessel, the fluid vessel comprising at least one internal surface for obstructing a return path of the gas to an upper surface of the fluid after injection;a retainer for retaining the fluid vessel relative to the gas supply; anda gas injector for injecting gas from the gas supply into the fluid vessel,wherein, during use, the gas injector injects gas below a fluid level within the fluid vessel.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one internal surface is a spiral path adjacent an outside wall of the fluid vessel.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the spiral path further comprises surface agitators on a lower surface of the path for redirecting fluid traveling along the spiral path.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one internal surface comprises annular flanges below the fluid level claim 1 , and wherein claim 1 , upon injection claim 1 , gas travels to a bottom of the fluid vessel and upon rising to an upper surface of the fluid claim 1 , is redirected downwards by the annular flanges.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the annular flanges are downwardly concave and retain gas below the fluid level.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the annular flanges are mesh claim 5 , thereby allowing contact between the gas and fluid above the annular flanges.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one internal surface comprises a plurality of annular flanges fixed to the gas injector.8. The system of claim 1 , ...

Tampering Detection System for a Nozzle and Method for Detecting Nozzle Tampering

A tampering detection system for a dispensing nozzle of a dispensing system in which the dispensing nozzle is inserted into a connecting piece of the dispensing system comprises a flat, tactile sensor comprising at least two pressure sensitive and individually evaluable sensor segments. The sensor is arranged between the connecting piece and the dispensing nozzle and extends along an inner circumference of the connecting piece in a connecting region for the dispensing nozzle. The tamper detection system further comprises an evaluation unit connected to the sensor segments to detect a pressure acting on each of the sensor segments. 1. A tampering detection system for a dispensing nozzle of a dispensing system in which the dispensing nozzle is inserted into a connecting piece of the dispensing system , the tampering detection system comprising:a flat, tactile sensor comprising at least two pressure sensitive and individually evaluable sensor segments, the tactile sensor being arranged between the connecting piece and the dispensing nozzle and extending along an inner circumference of the connecting piece in a connecting region for the dispensing nozzle; andan evaluation unit connected to the sensor segments to detect a pressure acting on each of the sensor segments.2. The tampering detection system of claim 1 , wherein the tactile sensor comprises first and second layers provided with electrically conductive electrodes and being spaced apart from one another by a pressure sensitive claim 1 , compressible intermediate layer claim 1 , wherein an electrical property between the electrodes of the first and second layers that is detectable by the evaluation unit changes in response to compression of the intermediate layer.3. The tampering detection system of claim 2 , wherein each of the first and second layers comprise a two-dimensional textile structure with electrodes comprising electrically conductive yarns sewn or woven into the two-dimensional textile structure.4. ...

FAUCET ASSEMBLY

A faucet assembly for dispensing liquid from a beverage source includes a housing having a body and a cover coupled to the body. The body is configured to mount to a structure associated with the beverage source. The cover is movable relative to the body while the body is connected to the structure to provide access to an interior of the housing. The faucet assembly also includes an insert positioned within the housing in fluid communication with the beverage source to direct the liquid through the housing. The insert is removable from the housing when the cover is moved to provide access to the interior of the housing. The faucet assembly further includes an actuator supported by the housing. The actuator is movable relative to the housing to selectively inhibit fluid flow through the insert. 1. A faucet assembly for dispensing liquid from a beverage source , the faucet assembly comprising:a housing including a body and a cover coupled to the body, the body configured to mount to a structure associated with the beverage source, the cover being movable relative to the body while the body is connected to the structure to provide access to an interior of the housing;an insert positioned within the housing in fluid communication with the beverage source to direct the liquid through the housing, the insert being removable from the housing when the cover is moved to provide access to the interior of the housing; andan actuator supported by the housing, the actuator movable relative to the housing to selectively inhibit fluid flow through the insert.2. The faucet assembly of claim 1 , wherein the insert is removable from the housing without disconnecting the body from the structure associated with the beverage source.3. The faucet assembly of claim 1 , wherein the insert includes a flexible tube and a connector claim 1 , and wherein the connector is releasably secured to the body adjacent an inlet end of the housing.4. The faucet assembly of claim 3 , wherein the actuator ...

FLUID TRANSFER INTERFACE

Fluid transfer interfaces for transferring fluid into or out of vessels, namely flexible polymeric bags. The fluid transfer interfaces have a body for use in connection with a vessel, or combined therewith, one or more apertures extending through the body, and one or more fluid transfer conduits secured to the body by way of a cast seal and extending continuously and axially through the one or more apertures. Also disclosed is a vessel closure having one or more fluid transfer conduits extending through the closure, the fluid transfer conduits affixed to the closure by a cast seal. 1. A fluid transfer interface for use with a vessel comprising:a body,one or more apertures extending through the body, andone or more fluid transfer conduits secured to the body by way of a cast seal and extending continuously and axially through the one or more apertures.2. The interface of further comprising a fluid control device connected to the one or more fluid transfer conduits.3. The interface of wherein the vessel is a flexible container.4. The interface of wherein the flexible container is a polymeric bag.5. The interface of connected to a vessel claim 1 , wherein the vessel has an interior and an exterior claim 1 , and the cast seal forms an aseptic seal between the interior of the vessel and the exterior of the vessel.6. The interface of wherein the cast seal comprises silicone.7. The interface of wherein the silicone is selected from the group consisting of dimethyl silicone claim 6 , methyl phenyl silicone claim 6 , and diphenyl silicone.8. The interface of wherein the cast seal comprises perfluoropolyether.9. The interface of wherein the body is threadedly connected to a vessel.10. The interface of wherein the body is mechanically connected to a vessel.11. The interface of wherein the mechanical connection is a clamp connection.12. The interface of wherein the body is welded to a vessel.13. The interface of wherein the body is bonded with a vessel.14. The interface of ...

RECIRCULATING METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSER

Disclosed are dispensing methods and systems for beverages that improve the quality (i.e., maintain desired temperature) of product dispensed by employing periodic recirculation of stagnant product, while reducing energy usage. The methods and systems use a recirculating pump associated with a first device that provides periodic power supply to the recirculation pump. The first device may comprise a device selected from a timer, a relay or a controller. The methods and systems may include a second device in association with the first device, and the second device senses a condition in the system and determines and measures a parameter of the condition. The second device signals the first device to periodically supply power to the recirculation pump based on the determined and measured parameter of the sensed condition. Preferably, the second device senses a parameter of pressure, temperature, electric current and/or voltage and product dispense-patterns. 1. A beverage dispensing system comprising:a heat transfer system;a carbonation system;a plumbing/manifold assembly;a valve/nozzle assembly;a recirculation pump disposed between the plumbing/manifold assembly and the heat transfer system; and wherein the recirculation pump is associated with a first device disposed between the recirculation pump and a power supply for the recirculation pump, and', 'wherein the first device provides intermittent power supply to the recirculation pump to activate and deactivate the recirculation pump., 'a plurality of supply lines interconnecting the foregoing systems and assemblies,'}2. The beverage dispensing system according to claim 1 , wherein the recirculation pump is selected from a unidirectional pump and/or a pump in association with a backflow preventer.3. The beverage dispensing system according to claim 1 , wherein the first device comprises a device selected from a timer claim 1 , a relay claim 1 , a controller or any combinations of the foregoing.4. The beverage ...

SKIN PRICK TEST DEVICE

The present invention relates to the field of test devices. The skin prick test device according the present invention mainly comprises conjoined bottles, a tray and pricking devices, wherein each set of conjoined bottles, which comprises a large bottle body and a small bottle body, is arranged in clamping holes of the tray, and liquid medicine can flow into the small bottle body from the large bottle body through an inclined surface, thereby avoiding frequent refilling of the liquid medicine. In addition, each connecting base has a trapezoidal cross section with its bottom surface being flush with that of the holder, and is gradually widened from the top down to fit with the parallel clamp plates on the tray, so that the pricking device has better stability as both ends thereof are prevented from excessively shaking longitudinally when the pricking device is taken out of and put into the tray. 1. A skin prick test device , comprising conjoined bottles , a tray and pricking devices , wherein clamping holes having the same as the conjoined bottles are arranged at an upper end of the tray , each set of conjoined bottles , which comprises bottle caps and bottle bodies , is arranged in the clamping holes; the bottle bodies comprise a first bottle body and a second bottle body which are of an integrated structure and internally communicated , and the first bottle body has a radius smaller than that of the second bottle body; each bottle body is provided with a pricking cavity inside and an opening at its upper end , the bottle cap is clamped and fixed to the opening at the upper end of the bottle body and is provided with a through hole corresponding to the position of the first bottle body , and the through hole is communicated with the pricking cavity; and protruding parallel clamp plates to which the pricking device is clamped are also arranged on an upper end surface of the tray.2. The skin prick test device according to claim 1 , wherein the pricking device ...

HOUSEHOLD COOLING APPLIANCE CONTAINING A DISPENSER UNIT FOR LIQUID AND/OR FREE FLOW REFRIGERATED GOOD

A household cooling appliance has a dispenser unit for dispensing a free flow refrigerated good. The dispenser unit has an insert, which by side walls and a bottom wall bounds a niche, in which a receptacle for receiving the free flow refrigerated good is insertable. A drip tray is provided, which is separate from the insert, for collecting liquid and can be brought into the niche. The drip tray has a drip well and a grip element which extends within the drip well and is accessible from the top for gripping. The drip tray on a bottom wall has a liquid distribution element, which elevated from the top side protrudes upwards and is configured to be narrowing. The drip tray on the bottom wall has a coupling element which for positioning of the drip tray is formed in the insert for coupling with a counter coupling element. 1. A household cooling appliance , comprising: an insert having side walls and a bottom wall bounding a niche, into said niche a receptacle can be inserted for receiving the liquid to be dispensed and/or the free flow refrigerated good; and', 'a drip tray, being separate from said insert, for collecting the liquid that can be brought into said niche, said drip tray having a drip well and a grip element extending within said drip well and being accessible from a top for gripping., 'a dispenser unit for dispensing a liquid and/or a free flow refrigerated good, said dispenser unit containing2. The household cooling appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said grip element is T-shaped.3. The household cooling appliance according to claim 2 , wherein said T-shape is disposed horizontally.4. The household cooling appliance according to claim 3 , wherein:said drip tray has a rear boundary wall laterally bounding said drip well; andsaid T-shape has a T-roof disposed to face said rear boundary wall and facing away from a niche opening of said niche.5. The household cooling appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said drip tray has a front boundary wall ...

Water dispensing apparatus and method of controlling the same

A water dispensing apparatus includes a hot water module configured to heat supplied water using an induction heating method, a water supply pipe configured to supply water to the hot water module, a flow rate control valve provided on the water supply pipe to control a flow rate of water supplied to the hot water module, a flow rate sensing device provided on the water supply pipe to sense the flow rate of water supplied to the hot water module, and a controller configured to increase an opening speed of the flow rate control valve when the flow rate of supplied water sensed through the flow rate sensing device is equal to or less than a set flow rate.

DISPOSABLE ASSEMBLY FOR A REUSABLE URN OR VESSEL

The present invention provides a container assembly for use with a reusable urn or vessel. The assembly includes a (1) flexible pouch, (2) a fitment connected to the pouch and having a flexible flange and a first fluid passageway therethrough in fluid communication with the chamber, (3) a tubing adapter having a first end connected to the fitment and a second end having a member for connecting to a tubing and a second fluid passageway in fluid communication with the first fluid passageway; and (4) wherein the flexible flange is capable of bending to conform to an interior wall of the urn or vessel to place the second fluid passageway in alignment with an axis of a through hole in the urn or vessel. 18-. (canceled)9. A container apparatus for use with a reusable vessel comprising:a flexible pouch defining a fluid chamber;a fitment connected to the flexible pouch, the fitment having a flexible flange and a first generally cylindrical wall extending axially away from the flexible flange the first generally cylindrical wall defining a first fluid passageway therethrough and in fluid communication with the chamber;a tubing adapter having a first end connected to the generally cylindrical wall of the fitment and a second end having a non-barbed member, the tubing adapter defining a second fluid passageway in fluid communication with the first fluid passageway, wherein the adapter weighs approximately one gram; anda tubing having a proximal end connected to the second end of the tubing adapter and having a lumen in fluid communication with the second fluid passageway, wherein a portion of the second end of the tubing adapter is positioned within the lumen.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the flexible flange is attached to an outside surface of the pouch and is capable of bending through an angle of about 90 degrees along with the outside surface of the pouch to confirm to an interior wall of the vessel.11. The apparatus of claim 9 , in which the tubing adapter is ...

Spout-Connector Assembly (ECHO)

Disclosed are devices and methods for dispensing flowable material. A dispensing assembly may include a spout defining an internal surface and a passage therethrough, the spout having a first receptacle defined on the interior surface; a first slider insertable into the spout, the first slider having an external surface that defines a first locking ridge configured to releasably engage with the first receptacle; and a second slider insertable into the first slider. The first slider may be configured to move within the spout and be configured to have a first configuration and a second configuration different from the first configuration.

MODULAR BLENDING SYSTEM

A modular blending system is shown and described. The modular blending system may include a storage device capable of storing a plurality of flavoring products, and an ice shaving mechanism removably attached to the storage device, the ice shaving mechanism including an ice dispenser. The modular blending system may also include a fluid dispensing unit in fluid communication with the flavoring products, where the fluid dispensing unit is separate from the ice dispenser. 1. A modular blending system comprising:a storage device capable of storing a plurality of flavoring products;an ice shaving mechanism removably attached to the storage device, the ice shaving mechanism including an ice dispenser; anda fluid dispensing unit in fluid communication with the flavoring products, wherein the fluid dispensing unit is separate from the ice dispenser.2. The modular blending system of claim 1 , wherein the storage unit is refrigerated.3. The modular blending system of claim 1 , further comprising:a support removably attached with the storage device;a container removably engaged with the support in an operative position relative to at least one of the ice shaving mechanism and fluid dispensing unit.4. The modular blending system of claim 3 , further comprising a container cleaner adjacent the support.5. The modular blending system of claim 1 , further comprising a housing claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the ice shaving mechanism is positioned within the housing.6. The modular blending system of claim 5 , further comprising an ice shoot extending from the housing and operatively coupled with the ice shaving mechanism.7. The modular blending system of claim 6 , further comprising a water dispenser extending from the housing in proximity to the ice shoot.8. The modular blending system of claim 1 , further comprising a water dispenser claim 1 , wherein the water dispenser is separate from the fluid dispensing unit.9. The modular blending system of claim 1 , further ...

MULTIFUNCTIONAL MODULE FOR A REFRIGERATING APPARATUS

A multifunctional module for a refrigerating apparatus with a module housing, includes a controllable function valve arranged for dispensing water from a water circuit. The module housing includes a leak detection device for detecting water leakage inside the module housing. 1. A multifunctional module for a refrigerating apparatus with a module housing , in which a controllable function valve is arranged for dispensing water from a water circuit wherein the module housing comprises a leak detection device for detecting water leakage inside the module housing.2. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the leak detection device comprises a float for detecting the level of water leakage inside the module housing.3131129. The multifunctional module claimed in claim 2 , wherein the float () is connected to a microswitch () for interrupting an electrical line.4. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the microswitch arranged above the float.5. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the module housing comprises a collecting tray for collecting water leakage.6. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the collecting tray comprises an overflow.7. The multifunctional module as claimed in wherein the collecting tray is arranged below the function valve.8. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the function valve is designed to close off an output of water when a power supply is interrupted.9. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the lower part of the module housing is formed by an evaporation tray.10. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the evaporation tray is made of metal.11. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the module housing comprises a non-return valve for blocking a direction of flow of the water circuit.12. The multifunctional module as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the non-return valve is arranged on an ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING USER-SPECIFIED FIXED VOLUMES OF LIQUIDS

Fixed-volumes of liquid are measured and dispensed from a container by empirically determining the liquid surface height and opening a dispensing valve for a time period that is calculated using a volume of liquid specified to be dispensed and the empirically-determined liquid surface height. The liquid surface height in the container is determined empirically for initial and subsequent volumes of liquid that are dispensed. Dispensing accuracy is maintained whether the container is full or nearly empty. 1. A method of dispensing a user-specified volume of liquid from a container , the method comprising:opening a valve connected to the container to dispense the user-requested volume of liquid through the valve, the time that the valve is required to be open being determined from a sensor capable of determining a level of liquid in the container.2. A method of dispensing liquid from a container coupled to an electrically-controlled dispensing valve , the dispensing valve operable to control fluid flow from the container , the dispensing method comprising the steps of:determining the height of the liquid surface above the dispensing valve; a volume of liquid specified to be dispensed; and', 'the height of the liquid surface about the dispensing valve;, 'opening the dispensing valve for a time period, the time period being calculated usingwherein the height of the liquid surface is determined for subsequent volumes of liquid to be dispensed.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein opening the dispensing valve includes the steps of:receiving at a computer that controls the valve, a first electrical signal, which specifies a volume of liquid to be dispensed;receiving at the computer, a second electrical signal, from which the liquid surface height can be determined by the computer;evaluating the second electrical signal, by the computer, to determine a valve open time required to dispense the volume of liquid specified by the first electrical signal; andsending from the ...