Shroud for a dispenser

A shroud (200, 250, 322) includes a body portion having an opening adapted to receive one of at least two different containers (100). An upper portion (218, 370a-d)of the body portion is adapted to interact with one of the at least two different containers (100).

COMPACT SPRAY DEVICE

An automatic discharge device includes a housing having a recess for receipt of the body of a container and a groove configured to receive a portion of a valve stem of the container. The recess includes a tapered upper end configured to fit a neck of the container. Further, a first compartment for receipt of a first battery and a second compartment for receipt of a second battery are provided. An actuator is disposed proximate the groove, which defines lateral sidewalls and a rear sidewall and has an open forward end to receive the valve stem. 1. An automatic discharge device configured to receive a container , the container including a body having an inwardly tapering neck and a valve stem extending above the neck , the automatic discharge device comprising:a housing having a recess for receipt of the body of the container and a groove configured to receive a portion of the valve stem;a first compartment for receipt of a first battery;a second compartment for receipt of a second battery; andan actuator disposed proximate the groove,wherein the recess includes a tapered upper end configured to fit the neck of the container, andwherein the groove defines lateral sidewalls and a rear sidewall and has an open forward end to receive the valve stem.2. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the first compartment and the second compartment are separate from the recess.3. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein longitudinal axes of the first compartment and the second compartment are substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the recess.4. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is in communication with a drive unit having at least one gear.5. The automatic discharge device of claim 4 , wherein the drive unit includes a drive motor having a motor gear in association with a reduction gear train and wherein the reduction gear train includes a drive gear claim 4 , a first pinion claim 4 , an idler gear claim 4 , a second ...

METHODS FOR EMITTING AND REFILLS FOR HOLDING TWO OR MORE COMPOSITIONS

A refill for holding at least two compositions comprises a container including a body and first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated and the second composition is disposed above the first composition. The refill further includes a tube disposed within the body of the container such that the tube contains the first and second compositions, wherein the tube has an inner diameter and an outer diameter. Still further, the refill includes a wick disposed within the tube, wherein the wick contains the first and second compositions and has a diameter that is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube. 1. A method of emitting two or more compositions , the method including the steps of:providing a refill including a container having a body and first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated;emitting a first portion of the second composition;emitting a portion of the first composition after the first portion of the second composition is emitted; andemitting a second portion of the second composition.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of emitting a portion of the first composition includes emitting substantially all of the first composition.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of emitting a second portion of the second composition includes emitting the second composition until substantially all of the second compositions is depleted.4. The method of claim 1 , the first portion of the second composition is emitted from within the tube claim 1 , a portion of the first composition is emitted from within the tube and a remainder of the first composition is emitted from within the container claim 1 , and the second portion of the second composition is emitted from within the container.5. The method of claim 1 , further including the step of providing a ...

Compact spray device

An automatic discharge device includes a housing having a recess for receipt of a container. Further, a first compartment for receipt of a first battery and a second compartment for receipt of a second battery are provided. An actuator is disposed above the recess and the first compartment and the second compartment are disposed on opposing sides of the recess.

Dispenser

A dispenser includes a housing having sides, a top end, and a bottom end. A portion between the top end and the bottom end extends outwardly from an axis of the housing. A bore extends through the housing, which is adapted to receive a container. The container is adapted to dispense a volatile material through a first aperture of the housing. Fluid is dispensed from the container through the first aperture in a direction substantially parallel to the axis of the housing, wherein one face of the sides is shaped to appear like a naturally occurring object.

HEATED AIR FRESHENER

A volatile material dispenser that includes a housing, an electrical assembly that is received within the housing and includes a heater, and an adjustment assembly that is coupled to the housing and is configured to support a cartridge. The adjustment assembly is movable between a maximum output position, an intermediate output position, and an off position.

DISPENSER

A dispenser includes a housing having a cavity. A container is provided within the cavity and includes a volatile material therein. The dispenser further includes a resistive heating wire. The container is in thermal communication with at least a portion of the resistive heating wire. 1. A dispenser , comprising:a housing including a cavity;a container provided within the cavity, the container including a volatile material therein; anda resistive heating wire,wherein the container is in thermal communication with at least a portion of the resistive heating wire.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the resistive heating wire includes a portion in direct contact with the container.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the resistive heating wire includes at least a portion covered by a thermally conductive substrate.4. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the resistive heating wire is entirely covered by a thermally conductive substrate.5. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein two or more resistive heating wires are provided in thermal communication with the container.6. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the two or more resistive heating wires are arranged in a substantially parallel direction with one another.7. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the two or more resistive heating wires are at least partially covered by a thermally conductive substrate.8. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the two or more resistive wires are entirely covered by a thermally conductive substrate.9. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the resistive heating wire comprises one of FeCrAL claim 1 , FeCrAlY claim 1 , NiCr claim 1 , NiCrFe claim 1 , NiAl claim 1 , NiFe claim 1 , or CuNi.10. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the container comprises a cartridge including a reservoir holding the volatile material claim 1 , and wherein the volatile material is provided as one of a liquid claim 1 , a thickened liquid claim 1 , or a gel.11. The dispenser of claim 10 , wherein the cartridge includes a ...

Methods for emitting and refills for holding two or more compositions

A refill for holding at least two compositions comprises a container including a body and first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated and the second composition is disposed above the first composition. The refill further includes a tube disposed within the body of the container such that the tube contains the first and second compositions, wherein the tube has an inner diameter and an outer diameter. Still further, the refill includes a wick disposed within the tube, wherein the wick contains the first and second compositions and has a diameter that is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube.

Compact Spray Device

An automatic discharge device includes a housing having a top portion and a base portion, wherein surfaces defining a recess are provided therebetween for securely holding a container. At least one gear is disposed substantially between the recess and a rear panel of the housing. A drive motor is in association with the at least one gear. An actuator arm is also provided. Activation of the drive motor and the at least one gear provides for movement of the actuator arm between at least one of a pre-actuation position and a discharge position along a path that is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the container. 1. An automatic discharge device , comprising:a housing having a top portion and a base portion, wherein surfaces defining a recess are provided therebetween for securely holding a container;at least one gear disposed substantially between the recess and a rear panel of the housing, wherein a drive motor is in association with the at least one gear; andan actuator arm,wherein activation of the drive motor and the at least one gear provides for movement of the actuator arm between at least one of a pre-actuation position and a discharge position along a path that is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the container.2. The automatic discharge device of further including a cover claim 1 , wherein the cover covers a front side claim 1 , a rear side claim 1 , and sidewalls of the housing.3. The automatic discharge device of claim 2 , wherein a manual switch disposed on the housing is actuable through the cover.4. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the drive motor is activated in response to a signal from at least one of a timer claim 1 , a sensor claim 1 , and a manual switch.5. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the drive motor is a two-way drive motor.6. The automatic discharge device of claim 5 , wherein activation of the two-way drive motor in one direction provides for movement of the actuator arm to ...

Adapter for a dispenser

An adapter includes a base having an aperture extending therethrough. A wall extends upwardly from the base, wherein first and second opposing ridges are disposed on an external surface of the wall adjacent a lower end thereof and first and second opposing elongate ribs are disposed adjacent the first and second ridges, respectively. A plurality of outwardly protruding stop members are disposed on the external surface of the wall above the first and second ridges and elongate ribs.

Shroud for a dispenser

A shroud includes a body portion having an opening adapted to receive one of at least two different containers. An upper portion of the body portion is adapted to interact with one of the at least two different containers. 1. A shroud , comprising:a body portion having an opening adapted to receive one of at least two different containers, wherein an upper portion of the body portion is adapted to interact with one of the at least two different containers.2. The shroud of claim 1 , wherein the body portion is substantially cylindrical.3. The shroud of claim 1 , wherein one of the at least two different containers is an aerosol container.4. The shroud of claim 1 , wherein one of the at least two different containers is fittingly received through the opening.5. The shroud of claim 4 , wherein one of the at least two different containers is fittingly received through an upper end of the body portion.6. The shroud of claim 4 , wherein one of the at least two different containers is fittingly received through a lower end of the body portion.7. The shroud of claim 4 , wherein one of the at least two different containers includes a cap portion disposed on upper portions thereof.8. The shroud of claim 1 , wherein the opening is adapted to receive both a container with a cap portion and a container without a cap portion.9. The shroud of further including at least one flexible internal shoulder at the upper portion of the body portion for engaging a portion of a container.10. The shroud of claim 9 , wherein four flexible internal shoulders are provided for engaging a mounting cup of a container.11. The shroud of further including a plurality of notches in the upper portion of the body portion claim 1 , wherein first and third opposing towers are provided having a first height and second and fourth opposing towers are provided having a second height less than the first height.12. The shroud of claim 11 , wherein the first through fourth towers include angled portions provided ...

Compact Spray Device

An automatic discharge device includes a housing retaining two containers therein. An actuator arm is attached to the housing and movable between first and second positions. A drive unit is provided for automatically moving the actuator arm into one of the first and second positions in response to a signal from at least one of a timer, a sensor, and a manual switch. The movement of the actuator arm actuates a valve stem of one of the two containers in one of the first and second positions. The actuator arm is adapted to spray fluid disposed in an interior of the two containers.

COMPACT SPRAY DEVICE

An automatic discharge device includes a housing retaining two containers therein and an actuator arm attached to the housing and movable between first and second positions. The automatic discharge device also includes a drive unit for automatically moving the actuator arm into one of the first and second positions in response to a signal from at least one of a timer, a sensor, and a manual switch. The movement of the actuator arm actuates a valve stem of one of the two containers in one of the first and second positions and the actuator arm is adapted to spray the contents of the two containers. 1. An automatic discharge device , comprising:a housing retaining two containers therein;an actuator arm attached to the housing and movable between first and second positions; anda drive unit for automatically moving the actuator arm into one of the first and second positions in response to a signal from at least one of a timer, a sensor, and a manual switch, wherein the movement of the actuator arm actuates a valve stem of one of the two containers in one of the first and second positions, and wherein the actuator arm is adapted to spray the contents of the two containers.2. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the two containers are aerosol containers.3. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes surfaces defining a recess for securely holding the two containers.4. The automatic discharge device of claim 3 , wherein the drive unit includes at least one gear disposed substantially between the recess and a rear panel of the housing.5. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the drive unit includes a two-way drive motor.6. The automatic discharge device of claim 5 , wherein the actuator arm moves along a path substantially parallel to an axial length of one of the two containers upon activation of the drive motor.7. An automatic discharge device claim 5 , comprising:a housing having a recess adapted to retain a ...

COMPACT SPRAY DEVICE

An automatic discharge device includes a housing having a recess for receipt of a container. Further, a first compartment for receipt of a first battery and a second compartment for receipt of a second battery are provided. An actuator is disposed above the recess and the first compartment and the second compartment are disposed on opposing sides of the recess. 1. An automatic discharge device , comprising:a housing having a recess for receipt of a container;a first compartment for receipt of a first battery;a second compartment for receipt of a second battery; andan actuator disposed above the recess,wherein the first compartment and the second compartment are disposed on opposing sides of the recess.2. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein a container comprises a valve stem and wherein the first compartment and the second compartment are disposed on opposing sides of where the valve stem is seated within the recess.3. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the recess receives a length of a container claim 1 , and wherein the length of the container is provided between a distal end of a valve stem and a lower end of a reservoir for holding a fluid.4. The automatic discharge device of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of a length of a battery between opposing ends thereof is adjacent to the recess.5. The automatic discharge device of claim 3 , wherein a length of a battery between opposing ends thereof is completely adjacent to the recess.6. The automatic discharge device of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is in communication with a drive unit having at least one gear.7. The automatic discharge device of claim 6 , wherein the drive unit includes a drive motor having a motor gear in association with a reduction gear train and wherein the reduction gear train includes a drive gear claim 6 , a first pinion claim 6 , an idler gear claim 6 , a second pinion claim 6 , and a lever gear.8. The automatic discharge device of claim 7 , wherein the ...

Volatile Material Dispenser

A dispenser includes a base with a plurality of ribs for supporting a peripheral flange of a cartridge having a volatile material containing reservoir. A first removable cover is attached to the base and has at least one aperture and a first regulating plate. The first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover that has at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate. 1. A dispenser , comprising:a base including a plurality of ribs for supporting a peripheral flange of a cartridge having a volatile material containing reservoir; anda first removable cover attached to the base having at least one aperture and a first regulating plate, wherein the first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover having at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate.2. The dispenser of further including a cartridge having a peripheral flange and a reservoir claim 1 , wherein the reservoir contains a volatile material and is covered by a permeable membrane.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the second cover includes a sliding regulating plate for alternatively covering or exposing the at least one aperture thereof.4. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the second cover includes a rotatable regulating plate for alternatively covering or exposing the at least one aperture thereof.5. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the first regulating plate of the first removable cover includes at least one window claim 1 , and wherein the second regulating plate includes at least one of a differently sized and shaped window.6. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the second regulating plate includes at least one of a sliding regulating plate and a rotatable regulating plate.7. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the first and second covers may be removed and replaced by at least a third cover having at least one aperture and a third claim 1 , different regulating plate.8. A method of replacing a refill cartridge for a dispenser claim 1 ...

Volatile Material Dispenser

A dispenser includes a base for receiving a volatile material containing reservoir. A cover is attached to the base having at least one aperture and at least one series of ports. A regulating plate is operatively attached to the cover and has at least one window and at least one series of bores. Manipulation of the regulating plate allows for the registration of the bores and the ports to release a volatile material therethrough. 1. A dispenser , comprising:a base adapted to receive a volatile material containing reservoir therein;a cover attached to the base having at least one aperture and at least one series of ports; anda regulating plate operatively attached to the cover and having at least one window and at least one series of bores,wherein manipulation of the regulating plate allows for the registration of the of the bores and the ports to release a volatile material therethrough.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the at least one series of bores is disposed on a peripheral region of the regulating plate and the at least one window is disposed on a central region of the regulating plate.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the at least one series of bores is aligned along an edge of the at least one window on the regulating plate.4. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the at least one series of bores is offset from an edge of the at least one window on the regulating plate.5. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the at least one window is configured to be registered with one or more of a plurality of apertures on the cover.6. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the at least one series of ports is disposed about a peripheral region of the cover.7. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the regulating plate further comprises a plurality of series of bores equidistantly spaced about a peripheral region of the regulating plate.8. The dispenser of claim 7 , wherein each of the plurality of series of bores contains an equal number of bores.9. The dispenser of claim 1 , ...

VOLATILE MATERIAL DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE

A dispensing system includes a refill having a reservoir for containing a volatile material. A permeable membrane is disposed over the reservoir and allows the volatile material to be released therethrough. The dispensing system also includes a housing adapted to retain the refill and a manual drive mechanism, which is in communication with the refill. Actuation of the manual drive mechanism causes the refill to rotate more than 180° about a longitudinal axis. 1. A dispensing system , comprising:a refill including a reservoir for containing a volatile material therein, wherein a permeable membrane is disposed over the reservoir and allows the volatile material to be released therethrough;a housing adapted to retain the refill; anda manual drive mechanism in communication with the refill,wherein actuation of the manual drive mechanism causes the refill to rotate more than 180° about a longitudinal axis.2. The dispensing system of claim 1 , further including a fan assembly.3. The dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the fan assembly includes a refill support for retaining the refill therein.4. The dispensing system of claim 3 , wherein the fan assembly is in communication with the drive mechanism.5. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the drive mechanism is manually operated by a plunger.6. The dispensing system of claim 5 , wherein downward movement of the plunger causes a fan to rotate.7. The dispensing system of claim 6 , wherein upward movement of the plunger does not cause the fan to rotate.8. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein actuation of the manual drive mechanism causes the fan to rotate more than 360° about the longitudinal axis.9. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the volatile material is released radially about a full 360° of the dispensing system.10. A dispensing system claim 1 , comprising:a fan; anda refill including a reservoir having a volatile material disposed therein, a permeable membrane covering the reservoir such that ...

VOLATILE MATERIAL DISPENSER

A dispenser includes a base holding a cartridge that includes a volatile material reservoir. The base includes a plurality of ribs that support a peripheral flange of the cartridge. The plurality of ribs support a portion of the peripheral flange having a permeable membrane disposed thereon. A first removable cover is attached to the base and has at least one aperture and a first regulating plate. The first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover that has at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate.

Piezoelectric active emitting device with improved air flow output

A volatile material atomizing device comprises a housing having a fan, a fluid outlet, a plurality of air inlets and a plurality of air outlets. The plurality of air outlets are positioned at least partially around the fluid outlet. A fluid reservoir includes a wick and containing a volatile material. The fluid reservoir is disposed within the housing. An atomizing assembly is in fluid communication with the wick and positioned in the housing. The atomizing assembly is configured to dispense the volatile material out of the fluid outlet.

VOLATILE DISPENSER FOR USE IN VOLATILE DISPENSING SYSTEMS

A volatile dispenser for use in a volatile dispensing system is provided. The volatile dispenser includes a blister with a surface having at least one flexible portion, a permeable membrane sealable to the surface and configured to form a sealed reservoir with the blister, and a volatile material contained within the sealed reservoir. Diffusion of the volatile material through the permeable membrane generates a pressure differential between the sealed reservoir and an ambient atmosphere to induce a movement of the at least one flexible portion to perform at least one function for the volatile dispensing system. 1. A volatile dispenser for use in a volatile dispensing system , the volatile dispenser comprising:a blister comprising a surface having at least one flexible portion;a permeable membrane sealable to the surface and configured to form a sealed reservoir with the blister; anda volatile material contained within the sealed reservoir,wherein a diffusion of the volatile material through the permeable membrane generates a pressure differential inducing a movement of the at least one flexible portion to perform at least one function for the volatile dispensing system, the pressure differential being between the sealed reservoir and an ambient atmosphere.2. The volatile dispenser of further comprising a vapor impermeable laminate releasably connected to the permeable membrane and configured to substantially prevent the diffusion of the volatile material.3. The volatile dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the permeable membrane is further configured to substantially maintain its shape when subjected to the pressure differential.4. The volatile dispenser of further comprising a flange integrally connected to and extending from a periphery of the blister.5. The volatile dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the volatile material comprises a dispensing liquid.6. The volatile dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the dispensing liquid is a diffusible fragrance.7. The volatile dispenser of ...

METHODS FOR EMITTING AND REFILLS FOR HOLDING TWO OR MORE COMPOSITIONS

A refill for holding at least two compositions comprises a container including a body and first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated and the second composition is disposed above the first composition. The refill further includes a tube disposed within the body of the container such that the tube contains the first and second compositions, wherein the tube has an inner diameter and an outer diameter. Still further, the refill includes a wick disposed within the tube, wherein the wick contains the first and second compositions and has a diameter that is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube. 1. A refill for holding at least two compositions , the refill comprising:a container including a body;first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated and the second composition is disposed above the first composition;a tube disposed within the body of the container such that the tube contains the first and second compositions, wherein the tube has an inner diameter and an outer diameter; anda wick disposed within the tube, wherein the wick contains the first and second compositions and has a diameter that is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube.2. The refill of claim 1 , wherein the gap has a volume that is between about 5% and about 50% of a volume of the body of the container.3. The refill of claim 1 , wherein at least two ribs extend inwardly from an inner peripheral surface of the tube and extend across the gap to center the wick and create a friction or interference fit with the wick to retain the wick within the tube.4. The refill of claim 1 , further including a first vent disposed in an upper peripheral edge of the ...

Dispenser

Dispenser

Volatile material dispenser

A dispenser includes a base for receiving a volatile material containing reservoir. A cover is attached to the base having at least one aperture and at least one series of ports. A regulating plate is operatively attached to the cover and has at least one window and at least one series of bores. Manipulation of the regulating plate allows for the registration of the bores and the ports to release a volatile material therethrough.

Volatile material dispenser

A dispenser includes a base with a plurality of ribs for supporting a peripheral flange of a cartridge having a volatile material containing reservoir. A first removable cover is attached to the base and has at least one aperture and a first regulating plate. The first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover that has at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate.

Volatile material dispenser

A dispenser includes a base holding a cartridge that includes a volatile material reservoir. The base includes a plurality of ribs that support a peripheral flange of the cartridge. The plurality of ribs support a portion of the peripheral flange having a permeable membrane disposed thereon. A first removable cover is attached to the base and has at least one aperture and a first regulating plate. The first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover that has at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate.

Method of operating a dispensing unit

An automatic discharge device (10) comprises a housing (20) adapted to receive a container (60) therein. An actuator arm (30) is attached to the housing (20) and movable between first and second positions. The actuator arm (30) includes a dispensing bore therein. A drive unit (40) is provided for automatically moving the actuator arm (30) into one of the first and second positions in response to a signal from at least one of a timer, a sensor (524), and a manual switch. The actuator arm (30) is adapted to engage and actuate a nozzle of the container (60) in the first position and allow a fluid disposed in an interior of the container (60) to be dispensed through the nozzle and the dispensing bore of the actuator arm (30).

Compact spray device

An automatic discharge device includes a housing having a top portion and a base portion, wherein surfaces defining a recess are provided therebetween for securely holding a container. At least one gear is disposed substantially between the recess and a rear panel of the housing. A drive motor is in association with the at least one gear. An actuator arm is also provided. Activation of the drive motor and the at least one gear provides for movement of the actuator arm between at least one of a pre-actuation position and a discharge position along a path that has a directional component parallel to a longitudinal axis of the recess.

Automatic valve

A dispenser can automatically dispense chemical from an aerosol container (22) at predetermined intervals without the use of electric power. A diaphragm (58) at least partially defines an accumulation chamber (56) that receives chemical from the can (22) during an accumulation phase. Once the internal pressure of the accumulation chamber (56) reaches a predetermined threshold, the diaphragm (58) moves, carring with it valving (33) that controls a spray burst. The diaphragm (58) assumes its original position when the pressure within the accumulation chamber (56) falls below a threshold pressure. A barrier prevents the aerosol container (22) from resuppling the accumulation chamber (56) at a high rate during the spray phase, preferably due to a porous gasket disposed in a passageway linking the dispenser to the aerosol container (22).

METHOD OF OPERATION OF A DISTRIBUTION UNIT.

Un método de funcionamiento de una unidad de distribución que comprende; facilitar una fuente de energía a una unidad de distribución que incluye una carcasa que tiene un recipiente de aerosol dispuesto en él y un brazo accionador; activar la unidad de distribución en respuesta a un mínimo umbral de luz al ser captado por el sensor de luz; seleccionar un intervalo de periodos inactivos entre los funcionamientos del pulverizador; mover el brazo accionador después de completar un período de retardo inicializador desde una posición de actuación previa a una posición de descarga a lo largo de una trayectoria sustancialmente paralela hasta una longitud axial del recipiente para actuar sobre una boquilla del recipiente para descargar un fluido desde el recipiente; y alternar automáticamente entre el periodo inactivo que tiene una duración acorde con el intervalo del periodo inactivo seleccionado y un periodo de descarga durante el cual el fluido es distribuido desde el recipiente. A method of operation of a distribution unit comprising; providing a power source to a distribution unit that includes a housing having an aerosol container disposed therein and an actuator arm; activate the distribution unit in response to a minimum threshold of light when captured by the light sensor; select a range of inactive periods between sprayer operations; move the actuator arm after completing an initializing delay period from a previous actuation position to a discharge position along a substantially parallel path to an axial length of the container to act on a nozzle of the container to discharge a fluid from the container; and automatically alternate between the inactive period that has a duration according to the interval of the selected inactive period and a discharge period during which the fluid is distributed from the container.

Housing and actuating apparatus and methods associated therewith

Housing and actuating apparatus and methods associated therewith

A combination includes a product container (50) having a longitudinal dimension and a valve (66) oriented to discharge product generally longitudinally therefrom. Valve actuating apparatus (52) extends laterally from the valve in a direction transverse to the longitudinal dimension and terminates at an outer peripheral surface (90). A housing (60) has a wall (61) that tapers to a discharge opening (62), and the discharge opening has a size larger than a radius of the container but smaller than the greatest lateral extent of the valve actuating apparatus. The outer peripheral surface is disposed in interfering relationship with the wall when the container is disposed in the housing.

Spring-loaded actuator cap

Device for dispensing a controlled dose of a flowable material

Compact spray device

Device for dispensing a controlled dose of a flowable material

A device (10) for applying controlled unitized doses of a flowable material to a surface is disclosed. The device includes a tubular body (20) and a plunger (60). The body has a wall (21) defining a cavity (24), and the body has a first open end (25) and an opposite second end (26) having a dispensing orifice (28). A flowable material is contained in the cavity of the body. The plunger has an outer sleeve (62) dimensioned for surrounding at least a section the body and an inner pushing structure (80) dimensioned for axial movement in the cavity of the body. The device has means for indexed positioning of the second end of the body and an inner end of the inner pushing structure of the plunger relative to each other to provide controlled unitized doses of the flowable material to a surface when the plunger is moved toward the body by a user's hand.

Method for operating a dispenser

Automatic valve

Packaged rodenticide

Compact spray device

An automatic discharge device (10) includes a housing (20) having a top portion (104) and a base (100) portion, wherein surfaces defining a recess (200) are provided there between for securely holding a container (60). At least one gear (404) is disposed substantially between the recess and a rear panel of the housing. A drive motor (40) is in association with the at least one gear. An actuator arm (30) is also provided. Activation of the drive motor and the at least one gear provides for movement of the actuator arm between at least one of a,pre-actuation position and a discharge position along a path that has a directional component parallel to a longitudinal axis of the recess.

Compact spray device

An automatic discharge device comprises a housing (20) adapted to receive a container (60) therein. An actuator arm (30) is attached to the housing and movable between first and second positions. The actuator arm includes a dispensing bore (324) therein. A drive unit (40) is provided for automatically moving the actuator arm (30) into one of the first and second positions in response to a signal from at least one of a timer, a sensor, and a manual switch. The actuator arm (30) is adapted to engage and actuate a nozzle of the container (60) in the first position and allow a fluid disposed in an interior of the container (60) to be dispensed through the nozzle and the dispensing bore (324) of the actuator arm.

Apparatus for spraying a remote target or area

A device (1) for spraying pesticides and/or agricultural treatment chemicals has a housing (204-206) configured to retain a spray canister (5), an actuator rod (208) on the housing (204-206) configured to contact an overcap (500) attached to the canister (5), a shaft (300) connected to the housing (204-206), and a linkage (216) to reverse a triggering force so that the actuator (208) pushes against the overcap (500). Attachments can be provided in front of the sprayer nozzle, such as a shroud to limit back spray, a rake to disturb soil prior to treatment, a tapered director to focus spray in corners, or a fan shaped outlet to provide a wide spray.

Volatile material dispenser

Housing and actuating apparatus and methods associated therewith

A combination includes a product container (50) having a longitudinal dimension and a valve (66) oriented to discharge product generally longitudinally therefrom. Valve actuating apparatus (52) extends laterally from the valve in a direction transverse to the longitudinal dimension and terminates at an outer peripheral surface (90). A housing (60) has a wall (61) that tapers to a discharge opening (62), and the discharge opening has a size larger than a radius of the container but smaller than the greatest lateral extent of the valve actuating apparatus. The outer peripheral surface is disposed in interfering relationship with the wall when the container is disposed in the housing.

Insect dual bait station

Dispenser

A dispenser (230) includes a housing having (232) a cavity (320). A container (276) is provided within the cavity and includes a volatile material therein. The dispenser further includes a resistive heating wire (310). The container is in thermal communication with at least a portion of the resistive heating wire.

Methods for emitting and refills for holding two or more compositions

A refill for holding at least two compositions comprises a container including a body and first and second compositions disposed within the body such that the first and second compositions are substantially separated and the second composition is disposed above the first composition. The refill further includes a tube disposed within the body of the container such that the tube contains the first and second compositions, wherein the tube has an inner diameter and an outer diameter. Still further, the refill includes a wick disposed within the tube, wherein the wick contains the first and second compositions and has a diameter that is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube to create a gap between the wick and the tube.

Apparatus for spraying a remote target or area

AUTOMATIC SPRAYER

SPRING-LOADED ACTUATOR CAP

Spring-loaded actuator cap

An actuator cap (148) for a container (50) of product includes a main peripheral wall surrounding a central discharge member. The central discharge member is oriented to discharge product axially. An actuator arm extends radially from the central discharge member and is axially deflectale to axially displace the discharge member. A pillar (306) has a peripheral surface and is radially deflectable toward the central discharge member, and the pillar is deflectable relative to the main peripheral wall. In an actuating position of the discharge member, both the pillar (306) and the actuator arm (305) are deflected.

DOUBLE INSECT PRIMING STATION.

Una estación de cebado (10) para ofrecer cebo a insectos rastreros, que comprende: a) una base (12) que incluye un cuenco de cebado (16) para contener cebo, teniendo dicho cuenco de cebado (16) un suelo central (18) rodeado por una pared (20) del cuenco de cebado por la que pueden subir los insectos, que se extiende hacia arriba desde el suelo central (18); y b) una cubierta (14) fijada a la base (12), incluyendo dicha cubierta: (i) una carcasa (30) que posee una pared (32) de carcasa que se eleva desde la base (12) y rodea a la misma (ii)al menos una puerta de paso (46) formada en la pared (32) de la carcasa y que tiene el tamaño suficiente para admitir a un insecto objetivo, (iii) un tejado (40) que abarca el espacio comprendido por la pared (32) de la carcasa, estando dicho tejado (40) suficientemente separado por encima de la pared del cuenco de cebado para que un insecto objetivo pueda pasar a través de la puerta de paso y sobre la pared (20) del cuenco de cebado para acceder al cebo contenido dentro del cuenco de cebado (16), y (iv)una nervadura (56) de soporte que se extiende hacia abajo desde el tejado (40) para aplicarse con la pared (20) del cuenco de cebado y dar soporte al tejado (40); caracterizada por que: la estación de cebado incluye adicionalmente una pared divisora (21) que se extiende a través del suelo central (18), la cual divide el cuenco de cebado (16) en, al menos, dos compartimientos (23, 25) para albergar el cebo; y dicha nervadura de soporte (56) se extiende transversalmente con respecto a la pared divisora (21) y se aplica tanto a la pared (20) del cuenco de cebado como a la pared divisora (21). A priming station (10) for offering bait to crawling insects, comprising: a) a base (12) that includes a priming bowl (16) for containing bait, said priming bowl (16) having a central ground (18) ) surrounded by a wall (20) of the priming bowl through which insects can climb, which extends upward from the central floor (18); and b) a cover (14) ...

Insect dual bait station

Volatile material dispenser.

Un dispensador incluye una base para recibir un depósito que contiene material volátil. Una cubierta está unida a la base que tiene al menos una abertura y al menos una serie de puertos. Una placa reguladora está unida operativamente a la cubierta y tiene al menos una ventana y al menos una serie de perforaciones. La manipulación de la placa reguladora permite la alineación de las perforaciones y los puertos para liberar un material volátil a través de los mismos.

dispenser

um dispensador (230) inclui um alojamento (232) tendo uma cavidade (320). um recipiente (276) é fornecido dentro da cavidade e inclui um material volátil dentro do mesmo. o dispensador inclui adicionalmente um fio de aquecimento resistivo (310). o recipiente está em comunicação térmica com pelo menos uma parte do fio de aquecimento resistivo.

Decorative candleholder

Dispensing valve

A valve assembly can automatically dispense aerosol content from an aerosol container at predetermined intervals without the use of electric power. A diaphragm(40) at least partially defines an accumulation chamber(36) that receives gas propellant from a portion of the can during an accumulation phase. Once the internal pressure of the accumulation chamber(36) reaches a predetermined threshold, the diaphragm(40) moves, carrying with it a seal so as to unseal an outlet channel, and thereby initiate a spray burst of the main active chemical. The diaphragm(40) assumes its original position when the pressure within the accumulation chamber falls below a threshold pressure.

Active material emitting device and method of dispensing an active material

An active material emitting device (50) includes an ultrasonic atomizer (66) disposed within the device for volatilizing an active material. The device further includes an opening (258) disposed adjacent the ultrasonic atomizer (66) for emitting the volatilized active material therethrough. A vent is disposed in the device (50), wherein the vent creates an air passageway for air (430) to enter the device and exit the device (50) through the opening (258) to carry the volatilized active material away from the device (50).

Aparato de accionamiento de valvula y metodos asociados.

Una combinación que comprende: un recipiente (50) de producto que tiene una dimensión longitudinal y una válvula (66) orientada para descargar el producto en general longitudinalmente desde el recipiente (50); un alojamiento (60) que incluye una primera parte (70, 72) de pared que encierra un cuerpo principal del recipiente y una segunda parte (61) de pared, estrechada, adyacente a la primera parte (70, 72) de pared, y que se estrecha hacia una abertura de descarga (62), cuya abertura de descarga tiene una dimensión, en sección transversal, mayor que el radio del recipiente, y un aparato (140) de accionamiento de la válvula, que se extiende lateralmente desde la válvula y que se encuentra en relación de interferencia con la primera parte (70, 72) de pared, en la que el movimiento relativo del recipiente (50) hacia la abertura de descarga, hace que el aparato (140) de accionamiento de la válvula sea desplazado contra la primera parte (70, 72) de pared para accionar la válvula y dispensar producto desde el alojamiento (60).

空氣清新劑分配器之部分

【物品用途】;;【設計說明】;圖式所揭露之虛線部分，為本案不主張設計之部分。

Time delay and indicator actuator assembly for aerosol containers

An actuator assembly (10) is disclosed which can dispense chemicals, such as insect control ingredients, from an aerosol container. The actuator assembly is mountable to the aerosol container and includes a burstable barrier (102) and an extrudable (e.g. paste) plug (108). Upon initial activation, the pressure from inside of the container presses the burstable barrier which in turn presses the paste plug to cause at least a portion of the plug to move to a position where it is visible and provides a cue that a delay period has started. The device can be manually activated, but is designed so that thereafter it does not need to be manually held open. The user has time to leave the room before spraying begins, and does not need to be present in the room before spraying has finished.

Piezoelectric active emitting device with improved air flow output

A volatile material atomizing device comprises a housing having a fan, a fluid outlet, a plurality of air inlets and a plurality of air outlets. The plurality of air outlets are positioned at least partially around the fluid outlet. A fluid reservoir includes a wick and containing a volatile material. The fluid reservoir is disposed within the housing. An atomizing assembly is in fluid communication with the wick and positioned in the housing. The atomizing assembly is configured to dispense the volatile material out of the fluid outlet.

Piezoelectric active emitting device with improved air flow output

A volatile material atomizing device comprises a housing having a fan, a fluid outlet, a plurality of air inlets and a plurality of air outlets. The plurality of air outlets are positioned at least partially around the fluid outlet. A fluid reservoir includes a wick and containing a volatile material. The fluid reservoir is disposed within the housing. An atomizing assembly is in fluid communication with the wick and positioned in the housing. The atomizing assembly is configured to dispense the volatile material out of the fluid outlet.

Dispositivo piezoeléctrico de emisión activa con salida mejorada de flujo de aire.

Un dispositivo de atomización comprende un alojamiento que tiene un ventilador, una salida de fluido, una pluralidad de entradas de aire y una pluralidad de salidas de aire. La pluralidad de salidas de aire está colocada al menos de manera parcial alrededor de la salida de fluido. Un depósito de fluido incluye una mecha y contiene un material volátil. El depósito de fluido se dispone dentro del alojamiento. Un ensamble de atomización está en comunicación con la mecha y colocado en el alojamiento. El ensamble de atomización está configurado para dispensar el material volátil fuera de la salida de fluido.

dispositivo piezoelétrico de emissão ativa com saída de fluxo de ar aperfeiçoada

Um dispositivo de atomização de material volátil compreendendo um compartimento apresentando uma ventoinha, uma saída de fluido, uma pluralidade de entradas e saídas de ar. Posiciona-se a pluralidade de saídas de ar pelo menos parcialmente em torno da saída de fluido. Um reservatório de fluido inclui um pavio e contém um material volátil. O reservatório de fluido é disposto no interior do compartimento. Um conjunto de atomização apresenta-se em comunicação fluida com o pavio sendo posicionado no compartimento. O conjunto de atomização é configurado para dosar o material volátil para fora da saída de fluido.

Volatile material dispensing system and method of use

A dispensing system includes a refill having a reservoir for containing a volatile material. A permeable membrane is disposed over the reservoir and allows the volatile material to be released therethrough. The dispensing system also includes a housing adapted to retain the refill and a manual drive mechanism, which is in communication with the refill. Actuation of the manual drive mechanism causes the refill to rotate more than 180° about a longitudinal axis.

Ventilbetätigungsvorrichtungen und entsprechende verfahren

Intermittierendes aerosolabgabeventil

Doppelköderstation für insekten

Valve actuating apparatuses and methods associated therewith

A combination includes a container (50) of product having a longitudinal dimension and a valve oriented to discharge product generally longitudinally from the container. A housing (60) includes a first wall portion (70) enclosing a main body of the container and a second tapered wall portion (61) adjacent the first wall portion tapering to a discharge opening. The discharge opening (62) has a cross sectional size larger than a radius (R) of the container. Valve actuating apparatus (52) extends laterally from the valve and has an interfering relationship with the first wall portion (70). Relative movement of the container toward the discharge opening (62) causes the valve actuating apparatus (52) to be displaced against the first wall portion to actuate the valve and dispense product from the housing (60).

Volatile material dispensing system and method of use

A dispensing system includes a refill having a reservoir for containing a volatile material. A permeable membrane is disposed over the reservoir and allows the volatile material to be released therethrough. The dispensing system also includes a housing adapted to retain the refill and a manual drive mechanism, which is in communication with the refill. Actuation of the manual drive mechanism causes the refill to rotate more than 180° about a longitudinal axis.

Intermittent aerosol dispensing valve

Decorative candleholder

Entfernbare rohranordnung

Candle assembly including a fuel element with a locating recess and a melting plate with a locating protrusion

A melting plate candle assembly includes a melting plate (12) with a locating protrusion (18), which engages a fuel element (10) in a predefined orientation when in a preferred operative position. In one operative position, the bottom surface of the fuel element is disposed on the melting plate, and a capillary space (28) is formed between a capillary pedestal (16) on the melting plate and a capillary recess (22) in the bottom surface of the fuel element. The locating protrusion provides positive indication that the fuel element is properly disposed in the operative position.

Total release dispensing valve

A valve assembly can automatically and essentially totally release aerosol content from an aerosol container (12) in a single burst without the use of electric power or constant manual activation. A diaphragm (40) at least partially defines an accumulation chamber (36) that receives aerosol chemical from the can (12) during an accumulation phase. Once the internal pressure of the accumulation chamber (36) reaches a predetermined threshold, the diaphragm (40) moves, carrying with it a seal so as to unseal an outlet channel (51), and thereby initiate a spray of the main active chemical. The diaphragm (40) is held in the open position while there is elevated pressure of active in the can and/or due to a latch that activates as the diaphragm (40) moves to the dispensing position.

Ventil zur vollständigen abgabe

Detachable tube assembly

Detachable tube assemblies, such as those useful in remote spraying devices, are disclosed. Tube segments are interconnected using radial extensions interfit with alignable radial holes on tubes to be coupled together. An actuator rod is provided with flexible barbs and a disk guide. The rod can be used to remotely actuate a spray.

Detachable tube assembly

Detachable tube assemblies, such as those useful in remote spraying devices, are disclosed. Tube segments are interconnected using radial extensions interfit with alignable radial holes on tubes to be coupled together. An actuator rod is provided with flexible barbs and a disk guide. The rod can be used to remotely actuate a spray.

Conjunto de tubo separable.

Un sistema de empuñadura y accionador para un conjunto de pulverización a distancia, que comprende, en su extremo superior un conjunto de disparo (12), y en su extremo inferior un alojamiento (15) para contener el conjunto de pulverización a distancia (13), y que comprende también un conjunto de tubo separable (16, 19) que conecta el conjunto de disparo (12) y el alojamiento (15), cuyo conjunto de tubo (16, 19) comprende: -un primer tubo (16); -un segundo tubo (19) que tiene un diámetro reducido y una porción capaz de desplazarse telescópicamente dentro de un extremo del primer tubo (16); -un vástago (22) extensible dentro del segundo tubo (19), con un extremo superior del vástago (22) enlazado al dispositivo de disparo (12), que cuando es activado hace que el vástago (22) se desplace axialmente en los tubos primero y segundo (16, 19), con un extremo inferior del vástago (22) enlazado al alojamiento (15) para producir la actuación del conjunto de pulverización (13) a distancia cuando éste se halla situado en dicho alojamiento; -una guía (24) enlazada al vástago (22) para moverse con él, que se extiende radialmente hacia fuera desde dicho vástago; caracterizado porque el primer tubo (16) tiene al menos una abertura radial y un saliente radial (58), cuyo segundo tubo (19) tiene también una abertura radial (30) y un saliente radial (48) sobre la porción de diámetro reducido, de modo que el saliente radial (48), sobre uno de los tubos puede extenderse dentro de la abertura radial (30) del otro tubo, y el vástago (22) tiene una lengüeta flexible radial (26) adyacente al extremo distal del vástago (22), cuya lengüeta flexible (26) está dimensionada de modo que cuando el vástago es insertado dentro del segundo tubo desde el extremo alejado de la porción de diámetro reducido, la lengüeta flexiona radialmente hacia dentro al pasar a través de dicha porción de diámetro reducido, y luego se afloja radialmente hacia fuera cuando la lengüeta (26) ha pasado a través de la porción ...

分配器之部分

【物品用途】;本案係有關於一種空氣清新劑「分配器之部分」的設計，例如：使用於汽車者。;【設計說明】;圖式所揭露之虛線部分為本案不主張設計之部分。

Candle assembly including a fuel element with a locating recess and a melting plate with a locating protrusion

Candle assembly including a fuel element with a locating recess and a melting plate with a locating protrusion

A melting plate candle assembly includes a melting plate (12) with a locating protrusion (18), which engages a fuel element (10) in a predefined orientation when in a preferred operative position. In one operative position, the bottom surface of the fuel element is disposed on the melting plate, and a capillary space (28) is formed between a capillary pedestal (16) on the melting plate and a capillary recess (22) in the bottom surface of the fuel element. The locating protrusion provides positive indication that the fuel element is properly disposed in the operative position.

Candle assembly with light emitting system

A candle assembly includes a support base with a melting plate upon which a meltable solid fuel rests and a wick holder to hold a wick and engage the meltable solid fuel. The candle assembly further includes a control unit having at least one electrical component to control a light emitting system.

Vorrichtung zur besprühung eines entfernten zielbereichs oder einer entfernten fläche