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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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03-05-2012 дата публикации

Box for packaging and transporting products

Номер: US20120103851A1
Автор: Manuel Ruiz Carmona
Принадлежит: Individual

Box for packaging and transporting products. This is a box essentially made from plastic, designed to contain, within, different products, such as fruit, vegetables and the like. The box is characterized in that it comprises a lightweight cage-type supporting structure ( 1 ) and a packaging-like laminar body ( 15 ) that is placed against the inside or outside of the lateral walls and base of the cage-type supporting structure ( 1 ) mentioned above, being connected to the laminar body over at least some of the elements that make up the cage-type supporting structure ( 1 ).

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16-08-2012 дата публикации

Disposable insulated container and method of making

Номер: US20120205430A1
Автор: James C. Dickert
Принадлежит: Individual

A disposable cup having an applied wrap or sleeve that at least partially covers the circumference and/or depth of the cup body. The disposable cup is made of typical cup making materials and the wrap is made from one of several materials, such as embossed paperboard, corrugated paper, plastic or foam. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the wrap is attached to the cup at the time of the cup manufacture. The wrap has a shape that preferably partially covers the basic cup wall and is sufficient to provide thermal protection, and preferably, an attractive appearance.

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06-12-2012 дата публикации

Canister

Номер: US20120305560A1
Автор: Jeffrey C. Minnette
Принадлежит: Berry Plastics Corp

A canister includes a container and a lid that is able to be coupled to the container. The container includes a bottom wall and a side wall formed to include a mouth opening into a product-receiving chamber. The container includes an annular side wall that is formed to include a neck finish. The neck finish is configured to accept the lid of the canister.

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31-01-2013 дата публикации

Bin

Номер: US20130026163A1
Автор: Laura L. Hawkins
Принадлежит: Target Brands Inc

A retail display apparatus has a transparent inner cylinder with a top. An outer sleeve surrounds a portion of the transparent inner cylinder and has a top such that a first part of the top of the outer sleeve is a first distance from the top of the transparent inner cylinder and a second part of the top of the outer sleeve is a second distance from the top of the transparent inner cylinder.

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21-03-2013 дата публикации

Huppy Paint Time Master

Номер: US20130068639A1
Автор: Plouffe Gilles
Принадлежит:

All in one integrated paint and tools instant protection container including a composed vertical and horizontal pierced rolling surface for limited roller slip and paint mixing effect. For paintbrush, paint roller and most coatings. 1. A container for receiving a coating substance and a roll comprising a handle and a cage , said container comprising: a bottom;', 'a top opening having a first side and a second &de opposite the first side;', 'first supporting element and a second supporting element positioned respectively adjacent the first side and the second side of the opening, the first supporting element and the second supporting element being shaped to receive the roller handle and the roller cage respectively, the first support element and second support element defining a passage wide enough to avow access of the roller cage to the bottom of the container, and', a first surface being parallel and covering a first portion of the container opening, and', 'a second surface covering a second portion of the container opening complementary to the first portion and rotatable relative to the first surface between a first configuration covering the container opening and a second configuration providing access to the roller cage to the bottom of the container., 'a removable lid for covering and sealing the container opening, the lid comprising], 'a container comprising2. The container of claim 1 , further comprising a first vertical abutment claim 1 , the first abutment being adapted to prevent the roller cage from rolling forwards when positioned on the second supporting element.3. The container according to or claim 1 , further comprising a second vertical abutment claim 1 , said second abutment being adapted to prevent the handle from moving backwards when positioned on the first supporting element.4. The container according to any one of to claim 1 , further comprising a horizontal abutment parallel to the second supporting member claim 1 , below the lid claim 1 , ...

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09-05-2013 дата публикации

STACKABLE AND NESTING BOTTLE CASE

Номер: US20130112582A1
Принадлежит: Schoeller Arca Systems GmbH

The invention relates to a bottle case (′), including a case base (), four side elements () extending from the base, and a framework () having compartments () for accommodating bottles, wherein the bottle case (′) also has a mechanism () on at least two opposite side elements and on the case base for rotated stacking of a plurality of bottle cases. The bottle case (′) is suitable for transporting bottles whether the bottles are full or empty and for transporting the cases back and forth in an empty state. 22010103040. The bottle case according to claim 1 , wherein the mechanism () is configured so that the lower and the upper bottle case ( claim 1 , ′) in the placement position () are in the same orientation relative to one another and are arranged in a rotated orientation relative to one another in the nested position ().3101610. The bottle case according to one of the claim 1 , wherein the upper bottle case (′) is applicable to the framework () of the lower bottle case () claim 1 , or wherein at least one contact element is provided which prevents the upper bottle case from contacting the framework of the lower bottle case in the nested position.4. The bottle case according to claim claim 1 ,wherein at least two or a plurality of column elements are arranged at each of the two opposite side elements, and{'b': 55', '65', '11', '11, 'wherein at least two or a plurality of the recesses adapted to the column elements include edge recesses (, ) at the case base (, ′) at each of the two side elements that are arranged opposite to one another.'}550506060111151526162. The bottle case according to claim 1 , wherein the column elements ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , claim 1 , ′) extends from the base ( claim 1 , ′) essentially in vertical direction (V) upward claim 1 , wherein the lower and the upper face sides of the column element are respectively configured as contact surfaces ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ).653631010. The bottle case according to claim 1 , wherein the column ...

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Carton With Insert

Номер: US20130119122A1
Автор: Spivey, SR. Raymond R.
Принадлежит: GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, INC.

A carton can comprise a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton and comprises a top panel, a bottom panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel. A plurality of end flaps are respectively foldably connected to respective panels of the plurality of panels and at least partially form a closed end of the carton. The plurality of end flaps can comprise a top end flap foldably connected to the top panel. A reinforcing insert can comprise a central panel, a reinforcing end flap, and a reinforcing side flap. The central panel at least partially overlaps the top panel, the reinforcing side flap is foldably connected to the central panel, and the reinforcing end flap comprises a proximal portion foldably, an intermediate portion, and a distal portion. The distal at least partially overlaps the top end flap. 1. A carton for holding a plurality of containers , the carton comprising:a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton, the plurality of panels comprising a top panel, a bottom panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel;a plurality of end flaps respectively foldably connected to respective panels of the plurality of panels, the plurality of end flaps being at least partially overlapped with respect to one another to thereby at least partially form a closed end of the carton, the plurality of end flaps comprising a top end flap foldably connected to the top panel;a reinforcing insert comprising a central panel, a reinforcing end flap, and a reinforcing side flap, the central panel at least partially overlapping the top panel, the reinforcing side flap being foldably connected to the central panel, and the reinforcing end flap being foldably connected to the central panel, wherein the reinforcing end flap at least partially overlaps the top end flap.2. The carton of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing end flap at least partially forms a shoulder extending in the interior of ...

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Illuminated Shoe Box

Номер: US20130120976A1
Принадлежит: Individual

An illuminated shoe box is described in which the light emitting means are attached to either one end or both ends of the shoe box to illuminate the majority of the surface of the shoe box. The light emitting means are powered by a power supply device and controlled by a switch control device. The shoe box is made up of semi-transparent/frosted plastic materials and the light emitting means are arranged individually or in a group to provide a uniform illumination of the shoe box, or arranged in a group to form letters and logos.

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

Bottle Crate

Номер: US20130126375A1
Автор: Stahl Edward L.
Принадлежит: ORBIS CANADA LIMITED

A bottle crate () is provided that is configured to hold a plurality of bottles in a generally upright orientation, and is particularly designed to hold bottles having a variable diameter. The bottle crate can include at least one tray and a plurality of fingers () elastically arranged on the tray, such that the fingers are configured to move in response to insertion or removal of a bottle. 114.-. (canceled)15. A bottle crate comprising:a bottom;a first side wall and a second side wall extending from the bottom;a first end wall and a second end wall extending from the bottom;a plurality of bottle receiving pockets formed in an interior of the crate;a plurality of support columns extending upward from the bottom, each support column including at least one wall wherein each wall faces one of the plurality of bottle receiving pockets; and,each wall including a plurality of fingers separated by an aperture between each finger.16. The bottle crate of wherein the distance from a top of each finger from a center of a bottle receiving pocket is smaller than a distance of a bottom of each finger from the center of the bottle receiving pocket.17. The bottle crate of wherein each finger has a surface facing a bottle receiving pocket that is tapered from a top of the finger toward a bottom of the finger.18. The plastic bottle crate of wherein each finger narrows in width from a top of the finger to a bottom of the finger.19. The bottle crate of wherein for each wall the plurality of fingers are connected together at a bottom portion of the fingers.20. The bottle crate of wherein for each wall the plurality of fingers are connected together at a top portion of the fingers.21. The bottle crate of wherein each wall includes a cut-out in a lower portion of the wall and the plurality of fingers are positioned above the cut-out.22. The bottle crate of wherein the apertures separating the fingers are generally rectangular.23. The bottle crate of wherein at least one of the plurality ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

LABEL FILM FOR DEEP DRAWING METHODS

Номер: US20130134625A1
Принадлежит: Treofan Germany GmbH & Co., KG

The invention relates to a method for producing a labeled container which uses deep drawing, in which a label which is cut to size is laid in a mold and a deep-drawable thick film is heated using heating elements to a temperature at which the polymer is thermoplastically deformable and subsequently the film is drawn into a mold using a molding tool or pneumatically, so that the film is tailored to the mold and a container is molded and simultaneously the inserted label is applied, wherein the label comprises a biaxially oriented film having a microporous layer, which has an open-pored, net-like structure, which was generated during the production of the film by converting β-crystalline polypropylene into alpha-crystalline polypropylene during the stretching, the microporous layer facing toward the container. 113-. (canceled)14. A method for producing a labeled container which comprises using deep drawing , in which a label which is cut to size is laid in a mold and a deep-drawable thick film is heated using heating elements to a temperature at which the polymer is thermoplastically deformable and subsequently the film is drawn into a mold using a molding tool or pneumatically , so that the film is tailored to the mold and a container is molded and simultaneously the inserted label is applied , wherein the label comprises a biaxially oriented film having a microporous layer , which has an open-pored , net-like structure , which was generated during the production of the film by converting β-crystalline polypropylene into alpha-crystalline polypropylene during the stretching , the microporous layer facing toward the container.15. The method as claimed in claim 14 , wherein the biaxially oriented film having a microporous layer comprises a propylene polymer and at least one β-nucleating agent and whose microporosity is generated by converting β-crystalline polypropylene during stretching of the film claim 14 , wherein the porous layer has a Gurley value in a range from ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

PLASTIC PAINT BUCKET HANDLE

Номер: US20130146609A1
Принадлежит: KW CONTAINER

A plastic handle for a paint bucket has a unitary elongated hard plastic body terminating at opposed ends. Located at each end are respective outwardly-biased, inwardly-bendable clip areas that together establish a resilient clip for engaging a hub of a paint bucket. An alternate clip may he a single unitary arrow-shaped structure. Surrounding each clip is a respective raised hub cover with opposed chamfered sides configured for conveniently fitting in a paint shaker machine. Wider portions of the body extend inwardly from each end and merge with a central narrower portion that has finger bumps formed on it for gripping. Owing to the small width of the central narrow portion, the handle is disposed very close to the paint bucket in a stowed position in which the handle is moved down against the bucket, to facilitate convenient close stowage of multiple buckets. 1. Assembly comprising: a unitary elongated plastic body terminating at opposed ends;', 'respective outwardly-biased inwardly-bendable clip arms located at each end that together establish a resilient clip for engaging a hub of a paint bucket;', 'a respective raised hub cover surrounding each clip, each hub cover formed with opposed chambered edges configured for engagement with a paint shaker machine;', 'wider portions of the body extending inwardly from each end and merging with a central narrower portion, wherein owing to the relatively smaller width of the central narrow portion, the handle is disposed close to the paint bucket in a stowed position in which the handle is moved down against the bucket, to facilitate close stowage of multiple buckets., 'an elongated plastic handle for a paint bucket, the handle including2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body is made of hard plastic that is transversely flexible.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the central narrower portion has finger bumps formed on it for gripping.4. The assembly of claim 1 , Wherein the central narrower portion has a middle part ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

PACKAGE

Номер: US20130168284A1
Автор: DAmato Gianfranco
Принадлежит: SEDA S.P.A.

The present invention refers to a multi-layered package, and particularly to a container comprising a container opening and a container bottom. Preferably, at least one outer wall comprises a predetermined removable wall section, revealing an information. The feature of the package according to the present invention is that the package is formed with at least one inner wall and one outer wall. Thereby, the wall section is as part of the outer wall a removable card. 125-. (canceled)26. A multi-layered container comprisingone inner wall,one outer wall comprising a removable one-piece wall section bearing information on the inner surface of the wall section, not in contact with the inner wall, and having a rounded short edge having a corner at each end, the short edge being connected to a longer edge at each corner of the removable wall, the longer edge extending continuously in a line for a distance at least as long as the distance between the corners of the rounded short edge of the removable wall,an opening at the top of the container and a single bottom secured to the outer wall,the inner wall and the outer wall being spaced apart from each other to form an annular insulation space comprising a gas-filled gap between the inner wall and the outer wall, said inner and outer walls connected to each other only in an area of the container opening and at the container bottom,27. The multi-layered container according to claim 26 , wherein the container is a beverage cup.28. The multi-layered container according to claim 27 , wherein at least the outer wall is formed of paper claim 27 , cardboard or plastic.29. The multi-layered container defined in claim 28 , wherein the removable wall section is rigid.30. The multi-layered container as defined in claim 26 , wherein a size claim 26 , shape and position of the removable wall section is determined by a predetermined breaking line.31. The multi-layered container of claim 26 , wherein a shape of the removable wall section is ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Container and lid

Номер: US20130186897A1
Автор: Frano Luburic
Принадлежит: Ropak Corp

A container and lid assembly is described for storing or transporting contents therein. Embodiments provide a protective security feature in the container and lid assembly. In at least some aspects of the invention a container body is disclosed having an opening, and a lid body is configured to cover the opening of the container body to form an assembly. An extended bumper portion is disposed at a periphery of the container body and substantially at the opening, wherein the bumper portion comprises a removable tear strip integrated into the material of the bumper portion. The tear strip is configured to prevent access to security mechanism of the assembly.

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

PRESSURIZED CONTAINER WITH A PISTON MOVABLE THEREIN AND A DEVICE FOR DETERMINATION OF THE PISTON POSITION IN THE PRESSURIZED CONTAINER

Номер: US20130206629A1
Принадлежит: PARKER-HANNIFIN CORPORATION

A pressurized container () provided with a piston () which is movable in the longitudinal direction of the pressurized container, wherein an electrode is arranged for determination of the position of the piston () in the pressurized container (), at least in the wall of the pressurized container () of a measuring arrangement for measurement of changes of electrical alternating field produced with supply of electrical energy, characterized in that the electrode, which is arranged on the wall of the pressurized container () made from a resin-impregnated, fiber-reinforced plastic material, comprises an electrical conductor () which is sewn or stitched to the base material of a planar arrangement () with a form at least partially surrounding an inner wall part (), and wherein the other electrode of the measuring arrangement is formed with the piston () or with another electrical conductor () sewn or stitched onto the base material in the circumferential direction of the pressurized container (). 1. A pressure vessel having a piston movable in a longitudinal direction of the pressure vessel , such that for determining the position of the piston in the pressure vessel , an electrode is arranged , at least on the wall of the pressure vessel , as a constituent of a measurement arrangement measuring the change , generated by the change in the position of the piston in the pressure vessel , in an alternating electric field generated by the delivery of electrical energy ,wherein the electrode arranged on the wall of the pressure vessel, which latter is constructed from resin-impregnated fibers and is made of fiber-reinforced plastic, is made up of an electrical conductor sewn or stitched onto a base material applied in the form of a planar arrangement at least partly wrapping around an inner wall part, and the other electrode of the measurement arrangement is constituted by the piston or by a further electrical conductor stitched or sewn onto the base material with an offset ...

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29-08-2013 дата публикации

PACKAGE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130220861A1
Принадлежит:

A package assembly () includes a package () having a body defining a receptacle for receiving a confectionery product, an outer surface for displaying a non-verbal design, and a removable overwrap () disposed about the body of the package, wherein the overwrap () is substantially opaque and includes verbal product information. 1. A package assembly for confectionery product , the assembly comprising:a package including a body defining a receptacle for receiving a confectionery product, the body providing an outer surface for displaying a non-verbal design; anda removable overwrap disposed about the body of the package, wherein the overwrap is substantially opaque and includes verbal product information.223-. (canceled) The disclosure relates to a package assembly for use with a consumable product, such as a confectionery product. More specifically, the disclosure is directed to an assembly including a package displaying a non-verbal design and an overwrap including verbal product information.Customers purchase and use consumable goods, in particular confectionary products, for a number of different reasons. While for the most part confectionary products (e.g., chewing gum, candy, mints) are purchased based on the consumer's interest in the product, such as for example, taste, texture, flavor, or any other added benefits, there are other instances when the customer's point of purchase interest is triggered by the packaging of the product. The packaging of a product suggests a lot about a product and conveys a message to the consumer before the product is even open or used. The marketing of a product may create or enhance a customer's initial impression of the product or the image that the customer associates with the product. As with many consumer packaged goods, the packaging of the product provides insight into the product's identification, while at the same time serving a functional purpose of protecting the product from the environment.In general, current ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

SORT OF PACKAGED PRODUCTS AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SORT OF PACKAGED PRODUCTS

Номер: US20130233750A1
Автор: Ikuta Takema
Принадлежит: MENICON CO., LTD.

A sort of packaged products which are packaged in package-boxes and supplied to a market through plural kinds of supply channels with different labels, wherein the packaging-boxes can be standardized so that manufacturing or management of the sort of packaged products can be efficiently and easily performed, also provided is a method for manufacturing the sort of packaged products. In order to enable standardization of package-boxes with different labels for each of plural kinds of supply channels, and to enable efficient and easy manufacturing or management of the sort of packaged products, the following are combined and used: the package-boxes with plural kinds of labels co-printed according to the plural kinds of supply channels; and packaging films hiding unnecessary ones among the plural kinds of labels depending on each of the plural kinds of supply channels. 1. A sort of packaged products , which are packaged in respective exterior packaging bodies and supplied to a market through plural kinds of supply channels with different labels on the exterior packaging bodies , wherein:the exterior packaging bodies comprise respective package-boxes each containing products and respective transparent packaging films each wrapping up the package-boxes;the package-boxes are made common for the plural kinds of supply channels by co-printing plural kinds of labels according to the plural kinds of supply channels on the package-boxes;the packaging films are made different for the plural kinds of supply channels, the packaging films being provided with a partially opaque cover area at different locations for each of the plural kinds of supply channels; andunnecessary ones among the plural kinds of labels that are co-printed on the package-boxes are hidden behind the cover area according to the plural kinds of supply channels with additional information labeled on the cover area.2. The sort of packaged products according to claim 1 , wherein each of the package-boxes is a ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

CONTAINER SLEEVE WITH CONNECTION INTERFACE FOR ATTACHING THREE-DIMENSIONAL ELEMENTS AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

Номер: US20130233871A1
Автор: GLUCK Robert
Принадлежит:

The invention provides for a sleeve for a container, e.g., a food or beverage container, which includes a sleeve body sized to receive therein a portion of the container. Plural connection elements are arranged on an outer surface of the sleeve body. At least one three-dimensional element is removably connectable to the sleeve body via at least one of the plural connection elements. 1. A sleeve for a food or beverage container comprising:a sleeve body sized and contained to receive therein a portion of a container;plural connection elements arranged on an outer surface of the sleeve body; andat least one three-dimensional element being removably connectable to the sleeve body via at least one of the plural connection elements.2. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the container is one of:a cup;a can;a drink vessel;a mug; anda conventionally know container that can contain an edible drinking substance.3. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the container is one of:a food bowl;a soup bowl;a cereal bowl; anda conventionally know container that can contain an edible eating substance.4. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the at least one three-dimensional element is attachable via a snap connection.5. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the at least one three-dimensional element is one of:a decorative element;a toy element;an object resembling a portion of a man-made structure; andan object resembling a portion of a living thing.6. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the at least one three-dimensional element is one of:a letter;a number;an inanimate object;an object resembling an inanimate object.7. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the at least one three-dimensional element is one of:a head of an animal;a face of an animal;a body of an animal;a portion of an animal.8. The sleeve of claim 1 , wherein the plural connection elements comprise one of:snap connectors;generally equally spaced projections;generally circular projections;generally polygonal projections;projections insertable into ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus for Decorative Container with Interchangeable Ornamental Articles

Номер: US20130233889A1
Автор: STIDHAM Deborah Jean
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An apparatus for decorative container with interchangeable ornamental articles includes an inner container, an outer casing, a gap, a base cap, a top lid, and at least one ornamental article. The inner container and the outer casing are connected to the base cap, where the outer casing is positioned around the inner container. The gap, which contains the at least one ornamental article, is positioned in between the inner container and the outer casing. The top lid is attached to the outer casing from above and adjacently positioned with a top opening of the inner container. The at least one ornamental article, which provides the decorative aspect, can be interchanged by removing the top lid. The outer casing blocks the stored content with the inner container while providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance through the outer casing. 1. An apparatus for decorative container with interchangeable ornamental articles comprises:an inner container;an outer casing;a gap;a base cap;a top lid;at least one ornamental article;the inner container comprises a top opening, an interior wall, an exterior wall, and a base;the outer casing comprises an inner face, an outer face, a top edge, and a bottom edge;the base cap comprises a platform, an outer rim, and an inner rim;the top lid comprises an outer lip and a lid opening;the top lid being positioned atop the base cap;the inner container and the outer casing being positioned in between the top lid and the base cap;the inner container being positioned within the outer casing; andthe at least one ornamental article being positioned in between the inner container and the outer casing.2. The apparatus for decorative container with interchangeable ornamental articles as claimed in comprises:the outer rim and the inner rim being positioned on the platform;the outer rim being perimetrically connected around the platform;the inner rim being positioned within the outer rim; andthe inner rim being connected to the platform.3. The ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR PLASTIC CONTAINER

Номер: US20130240550A1
Принадлежит: KW CONTAINER

A system for carrying a container comprising a plastic handle with tabs for insertion into slots on the container configured so that the tabs may be inserted when the handle is not in an upright or resting position. 2. The system as in claim 1 , wherein the first and second tabs are in the shape of a frustum.3. The system as in claim 2 , wherein the frustum is rectangular.4. The system as in claim 3 , wherein the rectangular frustum's shorter sides are convex.5. The system as in claim 1 , wherein the first and second tabs extend perpendicularly from the strap.6. The system as in claim 1 , wherein the shape of the slots is selected from the group consisting of a rectangle with rounded corners claim 1 , an oval claim 1 , a squoval claim 1 , a spheroid and a rectangle.7. The system as in claim 1 , further comprising a first cap integral with the first tab and a second cap integral with the second tab claim 1 , one of the caps being located near each end of the strap.8. The system as in claim 7 , the first and second caps further comprising a first sidewall integral with one of the ends of the strap and a floor integral with the first sidewall.9. The system as in claim 8 , further comprising a second sidewall integral with the floor.10. The system as in claim 8 , wherein the first and second tabs further comprise a post claim 8 , said post extending from and integral with the floor of the cap claim 8 , a head integral to the post claim 8 , the head narrowing from a base to a top.11. The system as in claim 1 , wherein the first and second tabs further comprise a post integral to the strap and a head integral to the post claim 1 , the head narrowing from a base to a top.12. The system as in claim 1 , further comprising a first and a second bracket claim 1 , said brackets being integral with the side of the container and positioned opposite one another claim 1 , each said bracket comprising one of said slots.13. The system as in claim 12 , wherein the first and second ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

SMART STORAGE TANK AND DRAINAGE SCHEDULING

Номер: US20130299001A1
Автор: Gillette William J.
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is one or more tanks wherein each tank includes one or more sensor devices that measure one or more of the volume of fluid in the tank, the rate of fluid input into the tank and characteristics of the fluid entering the tank. The data has several uses including scheduling the draining of the tank and determining where to empty the contents drained from the tank. 1. A tank for storing liquids , the tank including an entrance through which liquid can enter and an exit through which liquid can exit; the tank further having a volume and a device to measure one or more of (a) the volume of liquid in the tank , (b) the composition of any water in the tank , (c) the amount of total dissolve solids (TSD) in the tank , (d) the amount of any crude oil in the tank , and (e) the chemical composition of any crude oil in the tank.2. The tank of wherein fluid enters the entrance directly or indirectly from an oil well.3. The tank of wherein fluid is removed through the exit and placed into a tanker truck.4. The tank of wherein the device is self-powered.5. The tank of wherein the device includes a secondary battery.6. The tank of wherein the device includes a primary battery.7. The tank of wherein the device is powered by one or more of a solar collector claim 1 , piezo chip claim 1 , and a thermal energy source.8. The tank of wherein the secondary battery is recharged by one or more of a solar collector claim 5 , piezo chip claim 5 , and a thermal energy source.9. The tank of wherein the device measures the volume of liquid in the tank.10. The tank of wherein the device measures the volumetric rate of liquid entering the tank over time.11. The tank of wherein the device measures the chemical composition of liquid in the tank.12. The tank of wherein the device measures the TDS of the liquid in the tank.13. The tank of wherein the device measures the salinity of at least some liquid in the tank.14. The tank of wherein the device measures the amount of crude oil in the ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Paint Caddy

Номер: US20130299436A1
Автор: Krusoe Greg
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A paint caddy includes a base having at least two walls and a pole coupled to and extending upwardly from the base. The base has at least one base support extending between the walls for capturing and supporting a paint tray therebetween. The pole has at least a substantially vertical portion and a substantially horizontal portion, with the substantially horizontal portion serving as a handle for carrying a paint tray. A hook extends from the pole and is positioned below and spaced from the handle. 1. A paint caddy comprising:a base having at least two walls, with at least one base support extending between the walls for capturing and supporting a paint tray therebetween; anda pole coupled to and extending upwardly from the base and having at least a substantially vertical portion and a substantially horizontal portion, with the substantially horizontal portion serving as a handle for carrying a paint tray.2. The paint caddy of claim 1 , wherein the base has two side walls and a back wall claim 1 , and the at least one base support comprises a front base support claim 1 , with the front base support extending between the side walls; andthe pole comprises a first section that extends from the base at an angle, a second section is the substantially vertical portion, a third section is curved, and a fourth section is the substantially horizontal portion, with the third curved section coupling the second and fourth sections together.3. The paint caddy of claim 2 , wherein the fourth section comprises a gripping portion.4. The paint caddy of claim 1 , further comprising at least one hook coupled to the substantially vertical portion of the pole.5. The paint caddy of claim 4 , wherein the at least one hook is angled relative to the substantially horizontal section of the pole and extends over the base.6. The paint caddy of claim 4 , wherein the at least one hook comprises a double hook.7. The paint caddy of claim 1 , further comprising a hook coupled to the substantially ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

PAINT CONTAINER WITH A RELEASABLY SECURED LINER

Номер: US20130306497A1
Принадлежит: AKZO NOBEL COATINGS INTERNATIONAL B.V.

A paint container () including a main body (), a liner assembly () which locates inside the main body, and a shroud (), in which the shroud cooperates with the liner assembly and the main body so as to releasably secure the liner assembly to the main body. 1. A paint container comprising a main body , a liner assembly which locates inside the main body , and a shroud , wherein the shroud cooperates with the liner assembly and the main body so as to releasably secure the liner assembly to the main body.2. The paint container according to wherein the shroud is releasably attachable to the main body.3. The paint container according to wherein the shroud directly engages with the main body via a snap-fit engagement.4. The paint container according to claim 3 , wherein the main body includes at least one aperture claim 3 , the shroud includes at least one snap-fit feature claim 3 , and the snap-fit engagement is between the at least one aperture and the at least one snap-fit feature.5. The paint container according to wherein the liner assembly is releasably attachable to the shroud.6. The paint container according to wherein the liner assembly is releasable attachable to the main body.7. The paint container according to wherein the liner assembly directly engages with the main body via a snap-fit engagement.8. The paint container according to wherein the liner assembly comprises a neck insert which is attached to a flexible bag.9. The paint container according to wherein the shroud engages with the neck insert.10. The paint container according to wherein the shroud engages with the neck insert via a snap-fit engagement.11. The paint assembly according to wherein the main body is sandwiched between the neck insert and the shroud so as to provide an interference fit.12. A paint container comprising a main body claim 8 , and a liner assembly claim 8 , wherein the liner assembly includes a snap-fit feature which engages with a corresponding feature on the main body to ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

IDRABIOTAPARINUX FOR THE TREATMENT OF PULMONARY EMBOLISM AND FOR THE SECONDARY PREVENTION OF VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLIC EVENTS

Номер: US20130316965A1
Принадлежит: SANOFI

The invention relates to idrabiotaparinux for use in the treatment of pulmonary embolism in patients with or without deep venous thrombosis and for the secondary prevention of venous thromboembolic events in said patients, wherein the efficacy and safety of said uses are clinically proven by a phase III clinical trial. 1. A method for the treatment of pulmonary embolism in a patient with or without deep venous thrombosis and the secondary prevention of venous thromboembolic events in said patient , wherein the efficacy and safety of said uses are clinically proven by a phase III clinical trial , the method comprising the administration of idrabiotaparinux to said patient.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said clinical trial enrolled 3202 patients.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said clinical trial included patients with confirmed acute symptomatic pulmonary embolism claim 1 , with or without deep venous thrombosis of the lower limbs.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the idrabiotaparinux is administered for 3 or for 6 months.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the idrabiotaparinux is administered at a 3.0 mg dose once weekly for patients without severe renal insufficiency; or at a 1.8 mg dose once weekly for patients with severe renal insufficiency claim 1 , following an initial 3.0 mg dose.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the efficacy and safety of said uses are assessed compared to a vitamin K antagonist as standard antithrombotic treatment.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein said venous thromboembolic events are selected from pulmonary embolism claim 1 , fatal or not claim 1 , and deep venous thrombosis.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the idrabiotaparinux displays an improved safety in terms of bleedings claim 1 , compared to a vitamin K antagonist as standard antithrombotic treatment.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein idrabiotaparinux displays an improved safety in terms of major bleedings.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein idrabiotaparinux displays an ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SUPPLYING AN INLET LINE OF A PACKING MACHINE WITH FLAT PACKS CONTAINED INTERNALLY OF A CARDBOARD BOX, AND A CARDBOARD BOX CONTAINING FLAT PACKS

Номер: US20130319906A1
Автор: MONTI Giuseppe
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The device for supplying an inlet line (L) of a packing machine with flat packs contained internally of a cardboard box (C), in batteries (B) of packs superposed on one another, comprises: a rest plate () provided with through-holes (), for restingly receiving the base surface (CB) of the box (C), which includes a series of through-holes (F), a series of rods () and moving means (M) of the rods (), activatable in such a way as to translate the rods () with respect to the plate (). The moving means (M) are commandable to translate the rods () with respect to the plate () in such a way that the rods () pass through the holes () present in the plate () and the holes (F) present on the base surface (CB) of the box (C), enter internally of the box (C) and raise the batteries (B) of packs present therein such that a battery (B) of packs in turn is raised into a position (P) beyond the upper open surface (I) of the box (C) and maintained in said position (P) for a time that is sufficient for all the packs of the battery to be supplied and transferred to the inlet line (L) of the packing machine. 1. A device for supplying an inlet line of a packing machine with flat packs contained internally of a cardboard box , wherein the device comprises:a rest plate, which exhibits a shape and dimensions adequate for restingly receiving a base surface of the box, which is fixable with respect to the inlet line in a position such that the box, once rested on the plate, is arranged with a transversal lateral wall facing towards the inlet line of the packing machine and with an upper surface thereof open at a level corresponding to a start level of the line, and which comprises a series of through-holes, the box exhibiting the base surface thereof provided with through-holes realised in such a way as to be positioned opposite the holes present in the plate, once the box has been placed resting thereon, the packs being predisposed in the box in a row, flanked to one another such as to form ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SHAPING A FLAT BLANK INTO A CONTAINER

Номер: US20130324385A1
Автор: Frank Alexander
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

In a device for shaping a flat blank () made of cardboard into a container (), comprising a shaping tool () and a ram () which can be moved in a primary shaping direction (z) into the shaping tool () so as to erect the flat blank by means of the shaping tool (), at least two lateral walls () which can be pivoted about a respective pivot axis (s) located transversely relative to the primary shaping direction (z) are hinged to the ram (), whereby a main surface defined by the free end edges () of the lateral walls () can be adjusted. In order to carry out a pivoting motion, the lateral walls () are seated in a non-positively sliding manner against wedge elements () by means of pretensioned spring elements (), the wedge elements being displaceable in the primary shaping direction (z). 146485010504650101810191818222428. A device for shaping a cardboard flat blank () into a container () , comprising a shaping tool () and a ram () which is movable in a principal shaping direction (z) into the shaping tool () so as to erect the flat blank () via the shaping tool () , wherein a base area of the ram () is adjustable in at least one shape-shaping direction (x , y) lying transversely to the principal shaping direction (z) , characterized in that at least two side walls () pivotable about , respectively , a pivot axis (s) lying transversely to the principal shaping direction (z) are articulately attached to the ram () , whereby a base area delimited by free end edges () of the side walls () is adjustable , the side walls () bearing in a frictionally sliding manner by means of pretensioned spring elements ( , ) , for the execution of a pivot motion , against wedge elements () which are displaceable in the principal shaping direction (z).21014281418281418. The device as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the ram () has a lower base plate () and the wedge elements () are disposed between the lower base plate () and the side walls () claim 1 , wherein the wedge elements () ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR CONSTRUCTING A BARRIER MADE OF BARBED WIRE

Номер: US20130327666A1
Принадлежит: LEXGABINIA UG (HAFTUNGSBESCHRANKT)

The invention relates to a barrier made of barbed wire, wherein said barbed wire can be compressed, in the manner of a helix, in a first direction (A) and can be pulled apart in a second, opposite direction (B). In addition, the device () has a guiding element, in particular a tensioning cable (), which extends in the first and second directions (A, B) and which is designed to guide the motion of the lid-shaped element () and/or of the barbed wire () away from the container () in the second direction (B) and toward the container in the opposite direction. Said design makes it possible to safely store the barbed wire in the compressed state (the lid sits on the container). At the same time, said design makes it possible to route the barbed wire manageably and safely when the barbed wire is pulled out in a guided manner in order to construct a barrier. The tensioning cable () can have a tensioning element (), in particular a mechanically, pneumatically, or hydraulically operated tensioning element. The device () can additionally have one or more defense wires, in particular current-carrying alarm wires and/or wires carrying high voltage. The tensioning cable () also can be designed to carry current and can form an electrical defense system and/or alarm system together with the defense wires. 1. A device for constructing a barrier made of barbed wire , in particular razor barbed wire ,wherein said barbed wire can be compressed in the manner of a helix in a first direction and can be pulled apart in a second, opposite direction,wherein the device comprises a container to which a first end of the barbed wire is attached and which is designed to house the barbed wire compressed in the first direction, and 'the device comprises a guiding element, in particular a tensioning cable, which extends in the first and the second directions and which is designed to guide the motion of the lid-shaped element or of the barbed wire away from the container in the second direction and ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

Packaging for Modified Atmosphere Packaging

Номер: US20130327821A1
Принадлежит: PACKABLE B.V.

The invention relates to a method for providing a packaging for modified atmosphere packaging, which method comprises the steps of: providing an unfolded sheet for folding a box; folding the unfolded sheet to a box having at least an access opening and flange parts bordering the access opening, which flange parts compose an endless circumferential flange; providing a plastic foil; heating the plastic foil; pressing the heated plastic foil against the inner wall of the box and covering the circumferential flange, such that the plastic foil is laminated to box. The invention further relates to a packaging. 1. A method for providing a packaging for modified atmosphere packaging , comprising the steps of:providing an unfolded sheet for folding a box;folding the unfolded sheet to a box having at least an access opening and horizontal flange parts bordering the access opening, which flange parts compose an endless circumferential flange;providing a plastic foil;heating the plastic foil; andpressing the heated plastic foil against the inner wall of the box and covering the circumferential flange, such that the plastic foil is laminated to box.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein adjacent edges of flange parts abut claim 1 , such that the flange parts are all arranged in a single plane.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein adjacent wall parts of the box abut.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein low pressure is generated between the inner wall of the box and the heated plastic foil for pressing of the foil against the inner wall of the box.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the walls of the box are provided with suction openings for creating low pressure between the inner wall of the box and the heated plastic foil.6. The method according to claim 4 , wherein suction openings are provided at the corners of the box.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step of providing a pressing force for pressing the heated plastic ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

LABEL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH A LABEL

Номер: US20130334087A1
Автор: REYNDERS Marc
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Label () intended to be placed around a container () for a product, and this label () is strip-shaped and provided with a weakening that forms the dividing line () between two parts (), i.e. a first () part and a second part () that are in line with one another, whereby the second part () is provided with at least one window (), characterised in that the second part () is narrower than the first part () and the first part () is provided with a thickening () that is outside the geometric extension () of the second part () in the direction of the first part (). 11131923233103226832. Label () intended to be placed around a container () for a product , and this label () is strip-shaped and provided with a weakening that forms the dividing line () between two parts ( , ) , i.e. a first () part and a second part () that are in line with one another , whereby the second part () is provided with at least one window () , characterised in that the second part () is narrower than the first part () and the first part () is provided with a thickening () that is outside the geometric extension () of the second part () in the direction of the first part ().212663. Label () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the first part () is provided with two thickenings () claim 1 , whereby the distance (E) between the thickenings () is greater than the width (B) of the second part ().316. Label () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the thickening or thickenings form a ridge or ridges ().4162. Label () according to claim 3 , characterised in that the ridge or ridges () extend over at least the largest portion of the first part ().516. Label () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the thickening or thickenings () have a thickness (H) of between 0.1 and 1 millimetre.616. Label () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the thickening or thickenings () is or are applied by a printing technique.716. Label () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

Container lid

Номер: US20130334241A1
Принадлежит: Merrick Engineering Inc

A lid can be configured to removably attach to a container. The lid can include multiple lid portions can open independently of each other. A first lid portion can open while a second lid portion remains closed and coupled to the container. Similarly, the second lid portion can open while the first lid portion remains closed and coupled to the container. A junction can joint the first and second lid portions and can enable pivoting of the lid so that the first and second lid portions can hingedly move with respect to each other.

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

PLATE COVER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130341340A1
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A plate cover assembly includes at least one portion that is removably securable onto a plate. 1. A plate cover assembly comprising:a first half ring portion and a second half ring portion, with each respective first and second half ring portion including a first end, a second end, a generally annular-shaped body portion extending between the respective first and second ends, and an outer edge portion extending radially outward from the body portion, the outer edge portion configured to at least partially receive an outer edge of a plate;a living hinge extending between the second end of the first half ring portion to the second end of the first half ring portion, wherein the first half ring portion, the second half ring portion, and the living hinge are molded as a single, unitary piece, and an open position in which the first end of the first half ring portion is rotated away from the first end of the second half ring portion; and', 'a closed position in which the first end of the first half ring portion is releasably secured relative to the first end of the second half ring portion to form a complete ring portion defining a generally annular shape, wherein the respective first and second half ring portions remain in substantially the same plane in both the open and closed positions, and wherein the complete ring portion defines a central hole sized to expose a central region of a plate and the complete ring portion generally covering a border portion of the plate., 'wherein plate cover is convertible, via pivotal movement about the living hinge, between2. The plate cover assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the first half ring portion includes a first engagement portion and the first end of the second half ring portion includes a second engagement portion claim 1 , wherein the first end of the first half ring portion is releasably secured to the first end of the second half ring portion via interaction of the respective first and second engagement ...

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

Trayucket

Номер: US20140001187A1
Автор: Robert David Neumann
Принадлежит: Individual

A paint bucket that is quadrilateral in design and incorporates a type of screen or grid directly into the manufacturing of the product and is easily stackable.

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06-02-2014 дата публикации

CONNECTOR FOR DIALYSIS CONTAINER, CONTAINER EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONNECTOR, MANUFACTURING AND FILLING METHOD FOR SUCH CONNECTORS AND CONTAINERS

Номер: US20140034657A1
Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

A container for a solid product for dialysis has a connector () for connection to a dialysis machine, with a filling channel () that crosses it from one end to the other for filling the receptacle with solid product; a fluid line () for introducing a solution-making liquid, extending between a first connecting portion () that opens to the outside and an orifice () that opens to the inside; and a fluid line () for extracting the obtained solution, extending between a second connecting portion () that opens to the outside and an orifice () that opens to the inside. The filling channel () is open at both ends and the two fluid lines () are fluid-tight between the orifice () that opens into the receptacle and the first or second connecting portion (), respectively. 1. Container constituted by a receptacle intended for containing a solid product for dialysis and a connector for connecting the receptacle to a dialysis machine , the connector being equipped witha filling channel that crosses it from one end to the other and that enables filling the receptacle with the solid product;a fluid line for introducing a solution-making liquid into the receptacle, said fluid line extending between a first connecting portion that opens to the outside of the receptacle and an orifice that opens to the inside of the receptacle; anda fluid line for extracting the obtained solution from the receptacle, said fluid line extending between a second connecting portion that opens to the outside of the receptacle and an orifice that opens to the inside of the receptacle,the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion serving a means for connecting the corresponding fluid lines to the dialysis machine,wherein the filling channel is open at both ends and the two fluid lines are fluid-tight between the orifice that opens into the receptacle and the first or second connecting portion, respectively.2. Container according to claim 1 , wherein the filling channel is closed by a plug.3. ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

STRETCH SLEEVE LABELED FOAM CONTAINER

Номер: US20140048440A1
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A food or beverage container may include an open-ended expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam body and a stretch sleeve label. The stretch sleeve label may be made of a material which may enable a high quality design to be displayed on the outside of the EPS foam body. The stretch sleeve label may be stretched over the exterior surface of the EPS foam body and released to fit the contours of the EPS foam body. The stretch sleeve label may be affixed to the EPS foam body using an adhesive. The EPS foam body, the stretch sleeve label, and/or the adhesive may comprise compostable or recyclable materials, such that the entire food or beverage container may be compostable or recyclable. 1. A food or beverage container comprising:an open-ended expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam body; anda stretch sleeve label enveloping at least one portion of an exterior surface of the open-ended EPS foam body, wherein the stretch sleeve label comprises a material that is capable of fitting the at least one portion of the exterior surface of the open-ended EPS foam body when stretched around the exterior surface and released.2. The food or beverage container of claim 1 , wherein the stretch sleeve label enables a display of a high quality design on the exterior surface of the open-ended EPS foam body.3. The food or beverage container of claim 1 , wherein the open-ended EPS foam body and the stretch sleeve label comprise compostable or recyclable materials.4. A method for manufacturing a shrink sleeve labeled expanded polystyrene (EPS) container claim 1 , the method comprising:receiving an EPS container having an open-ended EPS foam body; andapplying a stretch sleeve label to at least one pre-defined portion of an exterior surface of the EPS container, wherein the stretch sleeve label comprises a material that is capable of fitting the at least one pre-defined portion of the exterior surface of the EPS container when stretched around the exterior surface and released.5. The method of claim 4 , ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

Protective Shell Applicable to a Handheld Electric Apparatus

Номер: US20140061087A1
Автор: MAO Tzu Jen
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A protective shell applicable to a handheld electric apparatus includes a back plate and a supporting plate. The back plate has a fixing portion and a first figure layer disposed opposite to the handheld electric apparatus. The supporting plate has a second figure layer, a connecting portion and a bendable portion. The second figure layer is disposed on the supporting plate. The connecting portion is disposed on the supporting plate for connecting with the fixing portion. The bendable portion is disposed on the supporting plate. In a first state, the supporting plate is provided to shield the first figure layer and the second figure layer is revealed to form a first expression figure. In a second state, the bendable portion is bent to reveal the first figure layer, so that the first figure layer and the supporting plate are combined to form a second expression figure 1. A protective shell applicable to a handheld electric apparatus , comprising:a back plate, assembled with one side of the handheld electric apparatus, comprising a fixing portion and a first figure layer, the first figure layer being disposed at one side of the back plate which is opposite to the handheld electric apparatus; anda supporting plate, disposed at one side of the back plate which is opposite to the handheld electric apparatus, comprising:a second figure layer, being disposed at one side of the supporting plate which is opposite to the back plate;a connecting portion, disposed at one end of the supporting plate for connecting with the fixing portion; anda bendable portion, disposed at another end of the supporting plate, the supporting plate shields the first figure layer and the second figure layer is revealed to form a first expression figure when the protective shell is in a first state, and the bendable portion is bent by an external force and bends toward a direction opposite to the back plate so as to reveal the first figure layer, so that the first figure layer and the supporting ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-PANEL DISPLAY DEVICE, BLANK, AND METHOD OF FORMING THE DEVICE

Номер: US20140061288A1
Автор: Dashe Stephen P.
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A multi-panel display device having a center panel positioned between a first side panel and a second side panel and a third panel comprising a header panel and an adhesive panel. In one aspect, the invention can be a blank for a multi-panel display device comprising: a center panel; a first side panel attached to the center panel along a first pre-weakened line; a second side panel attached to the center panel along a second pre-weakened line; and a third panel comprising a header panel and an adhesive panel, the third panel detachably coupled to the second side panel along a third pre-weakened line. 1. A blank for a multi-panel display device comprising:a center panel;a first side panel attached to the center panel along a first pre-weakened line;a second side panel attached to the center panel along a second pre-weakened line; anda third panel comprising a header panel and an adhesive panel, the third panel detachably coupled to the second side panel along a third pre-weakened line.2. The blank of further comprising:the first side panel having a first free edge and a second edge;the second side panel having a first edge and a second edge;the center panel having a first edge and a second edge, the first edge of the center panel attached to the second edge of the first side panel along the first pre-weakened line and the second edge of the center panel attached to the first edge of the second side panel along the second pre-weakened line; andthe third panel having a first edge and a second free edge, the first edge of the third panel detachably coupled to the second edge of the second side panel along the third pre-weakened line.3. The blank of wherein the adhesive panel comprises the first edge of the third panel and a second edge and wherein the header panel comprises the second free edge of the third panel and a first edge claim 2 , wherein the second edge of the adhesive panel is detachably coupled to the first edge of the header panel along a fourth pre- ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING LABELED, PLASTIC FOAM CONTAINERS, AND PRODUCT OF SAME

Номер: US20140069582A1
Автор: ALVAREZ Benito
Принадлежит: Grupo Convermex, S.A. De C.V.

A method and apparatus for producing labeled, plastic foam containers, such as a labeled EPS cup uses a heated pocket to thermally bond a label to a plastic cup. Also described is a labeled plastic foam container, such as a labeled EPS cup, having high quality printing capabilities, sufficient stiffness, acceptable insulation and barrier properties and reduced production cost. 1. A method for labeling a plastic foam container comprising:heating a work piece that defines a cavity;surrounding an exterior surface of a preformed plastic foam container on which a label sits with the cavity, wherein the cavity corresponds in shape to the exterior surface of the plastic foam container;heating the exterior surface of the plastic foam container to which the label sits with the cavity by conductive heat transfer from the work piece to the exterior surface of the plastic foam container as the plastic foam container is disposed within the cavity, at a temperature and a time sufficient to bond the label to the exterior surface of the container to provide a resulting labeled, plastic foam container; andremoving the resulting labeled, plastic foam container.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cavity is heated to a temperature in a range of 135° C. to 150° C.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cavity is heated with heating elements that are in thermal contact with an inner surface of the cavity or is heated by applying steam to the cavity.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising applying pressure to the exterior surface to which the label sits with the cavity.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the container is positioned on a mandrel provided on a rotating turret that moves the mandrel successively to a first station at which the plastic foam container is placed on the mandrel claim 1 , a second station at which the label is applied to the plastic foam container claim 1 , and a third station at which the cavity is positioned to surround the exterior surface of the ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

Method for marking a small-volume single-dose container, and container thus marked

Номер: US20140069839A1
Автор: Patrick Colin
Принадлежит: UNITHER PHARMACEUTICALS

A method for marking a vial made from a material that is transparent or at least translucent, intended, in particular, for pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic use. The container includes a foot ( 12 ), a body ( 14 ) and a head ( 16 ), the foot taking the form of a tongue having two faces, one of which receives a label ( 32 ). The container is characterized in that a mark ( 30 ) is made on the face of the foot ( 12 ) that receives the label, prior to the affixing of the label, and in that the label is affixed to the face once the mark has been made, such that the label covers the mark.

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

CONTAINER WITH TRAPEZOID-SHAPED LONGITUDINAL SIDE AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20140076893A1
Автор: CHEEK Alan
Принадлежит:

A container may include a body portion having opposing open and closed ends, and a trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side extending laterally between the open and closed ends. The open end may include a latch portion extending laterally and being opposite to the trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side. The container may also include a handle coupled to the open end, and switchingly coupled to the latch portion. 1. A container comprising:a body portion having opposing open and closed ends, and a trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side extending laterally between said open and closed ends;said open end comprising a latch portion extending laterally therefrom and being opposite to said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side; anda handle coupled said open end, and switchingly coupled to said latch portion.2. The container of wherein said closed end comprises a first handle recess longitudinally aligned with said latch portion and for gripping by a user.3. The container of wherein said latch portion comprises a second handle recess for gripping by the user.4. The container of wherein said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side extends laterally adjacent said open end a first distance and extends laterally adjacent said closed end a second distance less than the first distance.5. The container of wherein said body portion has a diameter; and wherein said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side has a width greater than the diameter adjacent said open end.6. The container of wherein said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side includes a flat outer surface.7. The container of wherein said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side includes an inner surface having a medial bump.8. The container of further comprising a lid portion to be coupled to said open end; and wherein said lid portion comprises opposing laterally extending sides for respectively coupling to said latch portion and to said trapezoid-shaped longitudinal side.9. The container of wherein said open end comprises a flanged rim.10. A container ...

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

LINERLESS PACKING AND SHIPPING LABEL SYSTEM

Номер: US20140083895A1
Автор: Raming Bruce
Принадлежит: PREMIER PRINT & SERVICES GROUP, INC.

A linerless duplex label system is operable to print and apply a linerless duplex label to a substrate. A plurality of linerless duplex labels are provided and each label includes a single-ply stock with top and bottom faces. The label also includes an endless adhesive border applied to the bottom face. The adhesive border is an unactivated, selectively activatable adhesive, such labels are overlaid on one another without any substantial adhesion therebetween. Each label may essentially be freely removed from the others, and the adhesive may thereafter be activated so that the label can be adhesively applied to the substrate. 1. A linerless duplex single-ply label operable to be applied to a package to provide packing and shipping information for the package , said linerless duplex single-ply label comprising:an unfolded single label ply forming the only ply of the single-ply label,said unfolded single label ply presenting opposite side border portions, each extending between a respective pair of label corners,said central and side border portions cooperatively presenting opposite top and bottom faces of the single label ply,said top face operable to receive package address indicia and said bottom face operable to receive package contents indicia within the central portion thereof; andan unactivated, selectively activatable adhesive layer applied to the bottom face of the single label ply along the side border portions and the corners of the single label ply, with the side border portions of the single label ply operable to be flatly adhered to the package by the adhesive layer once activated so that the label ply is affixed to the package in an unfolded condition,said unactivated adhesive layer presenting an inner adhesive edge that defines opposite side boundary lines, each of which is between the central portion and a respective one of the side border portions, with the central portion being devoid of adhesive and thereby printable so as to receive the contents ...

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

MEDICAL DOCUMENT ATTACHMENT DEVICE

Номер: US20140091089A1
Принадлежит: Aesculap AG

The invention relates to a medical document attachment device for a medical sterilization container. The document attachment device comprises a sterilization container lid having an upper side, and at least one document holder having a first attachment portion and spaced therefrom a second attachment portion and a clamping portion arranged between the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion, the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion being fixed to the sterilization container lid when the document holder is connected to the sterilization container lid, and there being arranged between the clamping portion and the upper side of the sterilization container lid a document receptacle in which a document is fixable in a clamped manner by means of the clamping portion on the upper side. 1. Medical document attachment device for a medical sterilization container , said document attachment device comprising a sterilization container lid having an upper side , and at least one document holder having a first attachment portion and spaced therefrom a second attachment portion and a clamping portion arranged between the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion , the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion being fixed to the sterilization container lid when the document holder is connected to the sterilization container lid , and there being arranged between the clamping portion and the upper side of the sterilization container lid a document receptacle in which a document is fixable in a clamped manner by means of the clamping portion on the upper side.2. Document attachment device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the clamping portion comprises a flat clamping element for surface-to-surface contacting of the document.3. Document attachment device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the clamping portion comprises a clamping element which is arranged at a spacing from the upper side claim 1 , and at ...

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

Set of multicomponent cartridges

Номер: US20140091094A1
Принадлежит: Sulzer Mixpac AG

A set of multicomponent cartridges is proposed having at least two multicomponent cartridges ( 2 ), with each multicomponent cartridge ( 2 ) including at least one first and one second reception chamber ( 3, 4 ) for components to be dispensed, with each reception chamber ( 3, 4 ) having a substantially cylindrical design and extending in a longitudinal direction (A), with the reception chambers ( 3, 4 ) being arranged parallel to one another and having the same extent (L) in the longitudinal direction (A), with each multicomponent cartridge ( 2 ) being manufactured in one piece so that their reception chambers ( 3, 4 ) are non-releasably connected to one another, and wherein the first reception chamber ( 3 ) of each multicomponent cartridge ( 2 ) of the set ( 2 ) has the same outer diameter (D1).

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10-04-2014 дата публикации

ROLLABLE PAINT BUCKET

Номер: US20140097586A1
Автор: ENGUITA STEVEN EDWARD
Принадлежит:

A rollable paint bucket which will be maneuvered on a floor by the painter manipulating an extended handle of a paint roller assembly is disclosed. The bucket will have a body, a plurality of rolling members and a structural configuration which permits placement of the paint roller on the bucket where it will remain in contact during maneuvering of the bucket on the floor by the painter. The body has a paint containment area and a rolling surface. The painter may easily replenish fresh paint on the paint roller and roll the paint roller to obtain a desired quantity and uniformity of coverage on the paint roller. The bucket permits the painter to paint a large area, along a great distance, while remaining standing straight. This eliminates the conventional need for the painter to manually move their supply of fresh paint which often involves bending or squatting. 1. A rollable paint bucket to retain workpiece paint during a painting procedure performed with a workpiece paint roller assembly , the workpiece paint roller assembly having a workpiece paint roller , a workpiece paint roller retention assembly and an elongated workpiece handle , the workpiece paint roller retention assembly to provide for axial rotation of the workpiece paint roller , the elongated workpiece handle attached to the workpiece paint roller retention assembly to provide for significant spacing of the user from the workpiece paint roller during the painting procedure , the rollable paint bucket comprising:a) a body having a containment area to provide for containing a quantity of the workpiece paint, the containment area readily accessible for transfer of a portion of the workpiece paint contained in the containment area to the workpiece paint roller assembly during the painting procedure;b) a plurality of rolling members attached relative to the body of the rollable paint bucket, the rolling members to provide for ready movement of the rollable paint bucket over a generally flat surface during ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

WATER DISPENSER

Номер: US20190000046A1
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A water dispenser is disclosed including a body and a water outlet mechanism, the body includes a base and a supply pipe inside of the body, multiple mounting grooves set on the side of the base; the water outlet mechanism arranged on the base, including a diversion component including a diversion pipe and a diversion valve installed in a pipeline of the diversion pipe; an end of the diversion pipe is connected to the supply pipes, the other end of the diversion pipe extending into the mounting groove; a linkage component, an inner end of that connected to the valve, an outer end of that extending into the mounting groove; when the outer end of the linkage component suffers an inward force, making the valve move to conduct the water inlet chamber and the diversion chamber; and a reduction component that connects the base and the linkage component. 1. A water dispenser comprising:a body, including a base and a supply pipe inside of the body; multiple mounting grooves being set on the side of the base;a water outlet mechanism, arranged on the base, comprising:a diversion component, including a diversion pipe and a diversion valve installed in a pipeline of the diversion pipe; an end of the diversion pipe is connected to the supply pipes, and the other end of the diversion pipe extends into the mounting groove of the tray;a linkage component, that an inner end of the linkage component being connected to the valve, an outer end of the linkage component extending into the mounting groove of the tray; when the outer end of the linkage component suffering an inward force, making the valve move to conduct the diversion pipe; anda reduction component, that connecting the base and the linkage component, when the inward force suffered by the linkage component being released, making the linkage component to move outward to cause the moving of the valve, thus the diversion pipe being closed.2. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the diversion component comprises a diversion ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

Explosion inhibiting portable fuel container and method of inhibiting explosions

Номер: US20150001217A1
Автор: Thomas M. Cray
Принадлежит: NSIP HOLDINGS LLC

A portable fuel container configured to prevent liquid fuel contained therein from being entirely emptied from the container. The amount of liquid fuel retained in the container can be sufficient to maintain a fuel-to-air ratio in the container at a fuel-rich level that prevents combustion within the container if the container were to be placed near an ignition source or if an ignition source were to somehow enter the container. The container can also include other safety features such as, for example, a flash suppressor located at the fill opening, an extra wide fill opening, and/or an easily controllable dispensing spout. When a flash suppressor is employed, the perforations in the flash suppressor can be configured to retain fuel therein after fuel has been dispensed from the container and the flash suppressor is no longer submerged in fuel.

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

SUPPLY CONTAINER DEVICE

Номер: US20160001924A1
Автор: LIU CHUN CHIN
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A supply container device is provided. The supply container device includes a plurality of containers and at least a connector. Each of the containers includes a neck and a body connected to the neck. The containers are arranged in an N*M array. N and M are a natural number. N is greater than or equal to 1 and M is greater than or equal to 2. The connector is disposed between two adjacent containers. 1. A supply container device , comprising:a plurality of containers, each container including a body and a neck, the neck connected to the body, the containers arranged in an N by M array; wherein N and M are natural numbers, N is greater than or equal to 1 and M is greater than or equal to 2; andat least one connector disposed between two adjacent containers and connecting the containers;2. The supply container device as recited in claim 1 , wherein each body includes a bottom surface and a side outer surface claim 1 , the side outer surface is connected to the bottom surface claim 1 , and the connector connects side surfaces of two adjacent containers.3. The supply container device as recited in claim 2 , wherein the body resembles a rectangular parallelepiped.4. The supply container device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the container includes a shoulder claim 1 , the shoulder is arranged between and connecting the body and the neck claim 1 , the shoulder has cross-section areas reducing from the body towards the neck.5. The supply container device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the neck has screw threads arranged thereon.6. The supply container device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the container device further comprising:a plurality of output heads; wherein each output head is arranged on a neck.7. The supply container device as recited in claim 6 , wherein the output head is a dispenser pump.8. The supply container device as recited in claim 1 , wherein one of the containers has a different color from another container.9. The supply container device as recited in ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Multiple Chamber Package

Номер: US20170001759A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention is an openable multiple chamber package. This invention is pertaining to a package comprising at least one divider located between at least two outer walls and connected by at least one edge to enable multiple chambers for complementary consumables that one may wish to separate until time of consumption. 1. A multiple chamber package comprising:a.) two outer walls;b.) one or more dividers; andc.) is connected by at least one edge.2. The multiple chamber package of further comprising sealed edges wherein said edges may be sealed by hand claim 1 , mechanical claim 1 , chemical claim 1 , thermal and/or other forced means.3. The multiple chamber package of further comprising edges wherein sealed edges should sufficiently keep ingredients contained.4. The multiple chamber package of further comprising at least one edge or surface can be opened.5. The multiple chamber package of further comprising outer walls and at least one divider that may be printed on or labeled as desired before claim 1 , during claim 1 , or after production.6. The multiple chamber package of further comprising at least one divider comprising a layer of material that will contact at least one edge to separate each chamber.7. The multiple chamber package of further comprising at least one divider wherein one or more dividers may be inserted to create additional chambers.8. The multiple chamber package of further comprising at least one divider wherein multiple inserted dividers will follow insertion pattern of initial divider.9. The multiple chamber package of further comprising multiple chambers wherein upon opening said package claim 1 , access will be granted to at least one chamber.10. The multiple chamber package of further comprising various shapes including:a. tube;b. cone;c. pyramid;d. elongated rectangle;e. square;f. diamond;g. U shape;h. oval;i. circle;j. any shapes with rounded corners;k. any shape that could be used for branding or advertising or logos or fanciful ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

Device for protecting a liquid from oxidation

Номер: US20160002019A1
Автор: Lanati Donato
Принадлежит: ENOSIS SRL

A device for protecting a liquid from oxidation inside a container includes a first element supplying the liquid inside the container, a second element supplying the liquid outside the container and a control unit. A pneumatic control system is configured to produce an overpressure inside the container and on the liquid when the liquid is supplied outside the container, such that, following a decrease in the volume of the liquid inside the container, the pneumatic control system increases its volume by an amount equal to the change in the volume of the liquid. The pneumatic control system includes a variable capacity tank and a pipe supplying and discharging a fluid for filling the tank. A system supplying and discharging the filling fluid is connected to the pipe and the supplying and discharging pipe communicates with the variable capacity tank through a connection placed inside the container at its lower end. 11011115501016601017. A device for protecting a liquid () from oxidation inside a container () having a first aperture () at an upper end , the container () having a first element ( , ) supplying said liquid () inside said container () , a second element ( , ) supplying said liquid () outside said container () , and a control unit () , the device comprising:{'b': 1', '1', '10', '10', '1', '10', '1', '10', '21', '22', '21, 'a pneumatic control system at least partially housed into said container () and configured to produce an overpressure inside said container () and on said liquid () when the liquid () is supplied outside the container (), such that following a decrease in volume of said liquid () inside said container (), said pneumatic control system increases in volume by an amount equal to a change in the volume of said liquid (), said pneumatic control system comprising a variable capacity tank () and a pipe () supplying and discharging a filling fluid for filling said variable capacity tank ();'}{'b': 3', '22, 'a system () supplying and discharging ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Stackable Bucket System

Номер: US20200002056A1
Автор: Castelli Anthony
Принадлежит:

A stackable bucket system for carrying multiple substances in different containers at the same time while holding a single handle. The stackable bucket system includes a first container and a second container, wherein the second container is adapted to receive the first container therein and removably couple thereto, with the second container being larger than the first. Each container comprises a base and a perimeter wall ending in a rim at an open top. Handles are included on each container and are pivotally affixed to opposing sides thereof. The handle of the second container is wider than that of the first container and is adapted to fit over top of the handle of the second container. A flange protruding outward from the perimeter wall of the containers is adapted to rest flush against the rim of the open top when of the adjacent container when installed. 1) A stackable bucket system , comprising:a first container and a second container, wherein each container includes a base and a perimeter wall terminating in a rim at an open top end, each container defining an interior volume, wherein the first container is configured to fit within the second container and removably secure thereto;a handle pivotally affixed to opposing sides of the first and second containers, each handle configured to removably secure to each other when the first container is installed within the second container; anda flange protruding outwardly from the perimeter wall of each of the first container and the second container at a point lower than the handle connections which runs parallel with the rim.2) The stackable bucket system of claim 1 , further comprising a first gasket disposed on a bottom surface of the flange on the first container claim 1 , and a corresponding second gasket disposed on a top surface of the rim of the second container.3) The stackable bucket system of claim 1 , wherein the perimeter wall of the second container is longer than that of the first container such that ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Extendable Pouring Device and Method of Using Same

Номер: US20180002069A1
Принадлежит: Al-Housseiny Talal T Dr

A pouring device for pouring material from a container and method of using same are disclosed. The pouring device is movable between open and closed configurations. An embodiment provides a pouring device that includes a main body which comprises a main body portion, an attachment portion, and at least two hinges which connect to at least two movable walls extending angularly from the main body to form a conduit when the pouring device is in the open configuration. Another embodiment provides a pouring device that has a central portion rigidly connecting two walls. The attachment portion is placed within the container below an upper plane of a rim of the container. Embodiments foster a pouring solution that can be easily and quickly mounted within a container and that allows a user to close the container while the pouring device is mounted entirely within the container.

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

HIGH-PURITY 1H-HEPTAFLUOROCYCLOPENTENE

Номер: US20160002530A1
Автор: SUGIMOTO Tatsuya
Принадлежит: ZEON CORPORATION

The present invention is a 1H-Heptafluorocyclopentene having a purity of 999 wt % or more and an organochlorine-based compound content of 350 ppm by weight or less. The present invention provides a high-purity 1H-Heptafluorocyclopentene that may be useful as a plasma reaction gas for semiconductors. 1. 1H-Heptafluorocyclopentene haying a purity of 99.9 wt % or more and an organochlorine-based compound content of 350 ppm by weight or less.2. The 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to claim 1 , the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene being obtained by performing a step (I) that hydrogenates 1-chloroheptafluorocyclopentene through a gas phase reaction in the presence of a catalyst to obtain crude 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene claim 1 , and a step (II) that purifies the crude 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene obtained by the step (I) using a rectifying column that has a number of theoretical plates of 50 or more.3. The 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to claim 1 , wherein the organochlorine-based compound is either or both of chlorononafluorocyclopentane and chloroheptafluorocyclopentene.4. The 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to claim 1 , the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene having a nitrogen content of 100 ppm by volume or less and an oxygen content of 50 ppm by volume or less.5. The 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to claim 3 , the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene having a water content of 20 ppm by weight or less.6. A method for using the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to as a dry etching gas.7. A method for using claim 1 , the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to as a plasma CVD reactive gas.8. A container equipped with a valve that is filled with the 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene according to . The present invention relates to high-purity 1H-heptafluorocyclopentene that may be useful as a plasma reaction gas (e.g., dry etching gas or CVD gas), a fluorine-containing medicine intermediate, a hydrofluorocarbon-based solvent, and the like.In recent years, semiconductor production ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

Hygienic Laundry Basket

Номер: US20160002844A1
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A sanitary laundry basket that prevents cross-contamination between dirty laundry and clean laundry by having a flexible partition shaped like half of the interior of the laundry basket, attached to the midpoint of the interior of the laundry basket, where the flexible partition can be “flipped” inside out to cover the other half of the interior of the laundry basket, so that the clean laundry never touches the same surface as the dirty laundry. 1. A laundry basket , comprising:a basket body, comprising an interior, the interior being symmetrical around a plane of symmetry passing through the middle of the basket body, the interior comprising a first half, located to the left of the plane of symmetry, and a second half, located to the right of the plane of symmetry;a flexible partition attached to the interior of the basket body approximately at the plane of symmetry by at least one mount, the flexible partition being shaped in such a way as to cover the first half of the interior of the basket body without appreciably reducing the volume of the interior of the basket body;wherein the flexible partition can be flipped while still attached to the at least one mount in such a way as to cover the second half of the interior of the basket body without appreciably reducing the volume of the interior of the basket body.2. The laundry basket of claim 1 , wherein the flexible partition is made of one of the following: silicone claim 1 , natural rubber latex claim 1 , synthetic rubber.3. The laundry basket of claim 1 , wherein the flexible partition is anchored to the interior of the basket body by at least one fastener at a location distinct from the at least one mount.4. The laundry basket of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the basket body and the flexible partition comprise a germicidal material.5. The laundry basket of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the basket body and the flexible partition comprise an odor-resistant material.6. The laundry basket of claim 1 , ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

Hand-footholds for buckets, troughs, tubs, containers, redeptacles, and bins

Номер: US20220017266A1
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A portable container containing internal pairs of foot-handholds located near the bottom of sloped or un-sloped container for the purpose of container stabilization by user/s feet and for bottom of container hand-grab capacity. 1. A portable container configured to hold material , comprising of;a floor upon which said container rests;at least one wall having a lower portion attached to the circumference of said floor,so as to establish an enclosed area for holding material above said floor, and;at least two wall orifice footholds, cut out of said wall directly above the floor in the same z plane, spaced around a periphery of said wall at different x and y axis of said container, each configured to receive the distal ends of at least two feet of one person for full or partial weight transference from the operator, for the purpose of container stabilization and;each said wall orifice has a corresponding concave enclosure encapsulating said orifice, projecting within said container holding material area, attached to interior side of said wall above and along sides of the said orifice and dropping vertically to said floor and attaching to said interior floor for the purpose of covering the distal end of the users foot.2. The container of wherein at least one wall comprises a plurality of walls.3. The container of wherein a plurality of orifice footholds are oppositionally placed in said wall locations for the purpose of two or more operators' feet.4. wherein the container of has a secondary claim 2 , smaller and narrower floor orifice cut out from the floor within the container orifice enclosure for the purpose of creating a grab-through for a user hand of both orifices within the orifice enclosure claim 2 , creating a foot-handhold.5. wherein the container of has a secondary claim 3 , smaller and narrower floor orifice cut out from the floor within the container orifice enclosure for the purpose of creating a grab-through for a user hand of both orifices within the ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

AEROSOL DELIVERY DEVICE WITH A RESERVOIR HOUSING AND A VAPORIZER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180007962A1
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The present disclosure relates to an aerosol delivery device that includes a reservoir housing that defines a mouthpiece channel. The aerosol delivery device includes a sealing member configured to be received within the reservoir housing to define a reservoir chamber configured to retain an aerosol precursor composition therein. The aerosol delivery device also includes a substrate member that is configured to be received within the reservoir housing and to be directly engaged with a vaporizing assembly for forming an aerosol. The reservoir housing, sealing member, substrate member, and/or vaporizing assembly can be used for forming aerosols with precise and reproducible compositions. 1. An aerosol delivery device comprising:a reservoir housing having a mouthend and a connecting end and being formed of an outer wall;a mouthpiece channel within the reservoir housing, the mouthpiece channel being formed of an outer wall and extending at least partially along the length of the reservoir housing from the mouthend of the reservoir housing to a terminal end, the mouthpiece channel having an opening at the mouthend of the reservoir housing and the terminal end of the mouthpiece channel;a sealing member in a sealing arrangement with the reservoir housing outer wall and the mouthpiece channel outer wall so as to define a reservoir chamber configured to retain an aerosol precursor composition therein, the sealing member including at least one aerosol precursor composition orifice configured for flow therethrough of the aerosol precursor composition and including a sealing member vapor orifice in communication with the opening at the terminal end of the mouthpiece channel;a substrate member adjacent the sealing member so as to be in fluid communication with the reservoir chamber through the sealing member, and including a substrate member vapor orifice in communication with the sealing member vapor orifice; anda vaporizing assembly including a liquid transport element in ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Decorated Container, Method and Facility for Producing Such a Container

Номер: US20170008673A1
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The container comprises a container body and a label placed on said body. The label has a window through which there can be seen decoration on the body of the container. In the method, before affixing the label on the body, a window is cut out in the label, and then the label is affixed in such a manner that a portion of the body is visible through said window, and decoration is made on said portion of the body of the container. 1. A container comprising a container body and a label placed on said container body ,the label having a window through which there can be seen an image in relief forming decoration on the container body.2. A container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the body is thermoformed.3. A container according to claim 1 , wherein the label is a band that surrounds the container body.4. A container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the window has a closed outline.5. A method of manufacturing containers provided with a decorative label claim 1 , wherein at least one container body is formed by thermoforming in a thermoforming chamber and a label is affixed on said body claim 1 , wherein before affixing the label on the container body claim 1 , a window is cut out in the label claim 1 , and then the label is affixed in such a manner that a portion of the body is visible through said window claim 1 , and decoration is made on said portion of the container body by a pattern in relief provided on a wall of said chamber.6. A method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , before the container body is formed claim 5 , the label having the cut-out window is placed in said chamber.7. A method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the label is made in the form of a looped band cut from a ribbon.8. A method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein a thermoforming mold is provided that has at least one row of thermoforming chambers claim 5 , a label having a cut-out window is placed in each of the chambers of the row claim 5 , and a container body is thermoformed in each of the ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Method of Creating a Labeled Packaged Product

Номер: US20160009429A1
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A method of printing a cover separate from a sealed consumable product and assembling of the same into a custom labeled consumable product includes imprinting, cutting or embossing a substrate with indicia, creating a cover from the substrate including at least a portion of the indicia and securing the cover to the lid of the sealed consumable product. 1. A method of creating a labeled packaged product , comprising:providing a container including a bottom, a top opening, and a reservoir constructed and arranged to hold the product;providing a lid sized to cover the top opening;sealing the lid to the container such that the lid closes the top opening of the container;providing a substrate having at least one layer;creating indicia on the imprintable layer of the substrate;creating a cover from the substrate including at least a portion of the indicia; andsecuring the cover to the lid, such that the indicia is visible to a consumer, to create the labeled packaged product.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the indicia is printed on the imprintable layer of the substrate.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the indicia is embossed on the imprintable layer of the substrate.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the indicia is cut through the imprintable layer of the substrate.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the product is foodstuffs and the sealing provides an oxygen resistant barrier.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the foodstuffs is a beverage base.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the beverage base is ground coffee.8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising providing a filter within the reservoir.9. The method of claim 2 , further comprising the step of cutting the cover from the imprinted substrate within a bleed area of the substrate.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the imprintable layer of the substrate comprises metal foil.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate comprises a sheet and the step of creating visible indicia includes creating two or ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Hose Storage Apparatus

Номер: US20160009522A1
Автор: Prats Jorge
Принадлежит:

The hose caddy for expandable hoses comprises a housing formed from a bottom surface and sidewalls to define an open interior. A top is hingedly coupled to the housing to control access to the interior of the housing. A flexible elongated body is coupled to the housing using a guidance rail assembly. The flexible elongated body can be extended or retracted along the guidance rail assembly, and includes a hook for attaching the hose caddy to a water faucet. 1. A hose caddy system , comprising: a bottom surface; and', 'a side wall defining an open interior;, 'a housing comprising a receiving portion at a first end; and', 'an attachment assembly at a second end; and, 'an elongated body comprising a retracting means; and', 'a control means;, 'a flexible expandable hose comprising2. The hose caddy of claim 1 , wherein: a substantial flat portion; and', 'a substantially semi-circular portion, 'the side wall comprises3. The hose caddy of claim 1 , wherein the bottom surface includes at least one aperture.4. The hose caddy of wherein the size of the at least one aperture does not permit an end of the flexible expandable hose to pass through.5. The hose caddy of claim 1 , wherein the receiving portion is a hook.6. The hose caddy of claim 1 , wherein: a guide; and', 'a locking member., 'the attachment assembly comprises 1. Field of InventionThe present invention generally relates to the field of apparatuses for supporting expandable garden hoses.2. Description of the Related ArtVarious means and methods are known in the art for storing conventional flexible garden hoses when the hose is not in use. The proper storage of garden hoses is critical for protecting the hose from inadvertent puncture from other gardening tools, damage due to hot temperatures (e.g., drying and cracking of the hose material), and damage due to cold temperatures (e.g., freezing of standing water not properly removed from the hose after use). Aesthetically, proper storage of garden hoses can protect the ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

DETACHABLE TRAY FOR A LADDER

Номер: US20170009527A1
Автор: Johnsen Eric
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A detachable tray for a ladder includes a container for retaining supplies, a bracket assembly pivotally coupled to the container that is adapted to be releasably secured to the ladder, and a handle pivotally connected to the container to facilitate tray transport. The bracket assembly includes a rung engaging bracket that is movably connected to a base by a pair of transverse threaded members. A gap is defined between the bracket and the base that is dimensioned to fittingly receive one side rail of the ladder, the width of the gap being adjustable to accommodate side rails of varying widths. A support block is slidably coupled to a side of the base by a pair of posts. Together, the base and the support block apply a firm abutment force against the opposite side of the side rail than the bracket, thereby stabilizing the tray in place on the ladder. 1. A tray for releasable securement to a ladder , the ladder comprising a pair of parallel side rails interconnected by a plurality of transverse rungs , the tray comprising:(a) a container adapted to retain supplies; and(b) a bracket assembly coupled to the container, the bracket assembly being adapted to releasably engage the ladder;(c) wherein the bracket assembly can be dimensionally adjusted to compensate for variances in size of the ladder to which the tray is secured.2. The tray of wherein the bracket assembly is adapted to directly abut against opposing surfaces of one of the pair of side rails of the ladder to which the tray is secured.3. The tray of wherein the bracket assembly comprises:(a) a base; and(b) a bracket movably coupled to the base, the bracket including a finger that is adapted to engage one of the plurality of transverse rungs of the ladder to which the tray is secured;(c) wherein a gap is defined between the base and the bracket, the gap being dimensioned to fittingly receive one of the pair of side rails of the ladder to which the tray is secured.4. The tray of wherein the gap defined between ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

SAFETY STORAGE SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180009571A1
Принадлежит: Hangman Systems, LLC

A storage system, comprising a body having a cavity therein configured to house one or more items, and an opening defined by the body and a panel configured to mate with the opening and prevent access to the cavity when the panel is in position; the system have a first level of security securing items stored in the cavity; a second level of security securing the body from a structure from which it is hung, and an third level of security disguising the storage system as a hanging piece of clothing. 1. A storage system , comprising:a body having at least one cavity therein and configured to house one or more items;an opening defined by the body and providing access to the cavity;a member configured to prevent access to the cavity when the member covers the opening;a first security mechanism operable between the body and the member to provide a secured condition in which the member is secured to the body preventing unauthorized access to the cavity, and an unsecured condition in which the member may be moved allowing access to the cavity;a hanger having first and second ends each configured to mate with associated openings in the body such that the body can rotate relative to the ends, the hanger having an apex located substantially mid-way between the first and second ends, the first and second ends configured to be secured inside the body such that the ends cannot be removed from the body unless the member is unsecured;a hook having an eye portion configured to engage the hanger apex and to permit the hanger and body to rotate relative to the hook, the hook having a second end comprising a curved portion and configured to suspend the storage system from a structure; anda second security mechanism configured to secure the storage system to the structure from which the system is suspended and having a first portion directly secured to an end of the curved portion of the hook and a second portion securable within the body, such that the second portion cannot be ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

Paint Bucket Insert

Номер: US20200010243A1
Автор: Fischer Jeffrey
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A paint bucket insert. The paint bucket insert includes a base dimensioned to removably secure within a bucket, wherein an annular sidewall extends orthogonally away from the base along a perimeter thereof. The base is further concave defining an apex. A well is disposed within the base at the apex, wherein the well extends from a lower side of the base. The well can receive a paint sprayer hose or alternatively a paint roller therein. 1. A paint bucket insert , comprising:a base dimensioned to removably secure within a bucket;an annular sidewall extending orthogonally away from an upper side of the base along a perimeter thereof;wherein the base is concave defining an apex;a well disposed within the base at the apex;wherein the well extends from a lower side of the base.2. The paint bucket insert of claim 1 , wherein the well comprises a tubular member having an open upper end and a closed lower end.3. The paint bucket insert of claim 2 , wherein the well is dimensioned to receive a hose of a paint spraying apparatus therein claim 2 , such that a gap is defined between the well and the hose.4. The paint bucket insert of claim 1 , wherein the apex is offset from a center of the base.5. The paint bucket insert of claim 1 , wherein the well comprises an elongated cylindrical member extending along a diameter of the base.6. The paint bucket insert of claim 1 , wherein a lip extends radially outward from a distal end of the annular sidewall claim 1 , the lip configured to rest flush on a rim of the bucket.7. The paint bucket insert of claim 6 , wherein the lip is configured to form a liquid impermeable seal against an interior side of the bucket when the paint bucket insert is secured therein.8. The paint bucket insert of claim 1 , wherein a distal end of the annular sidewall is coplanar with a lower end of the well.9. A paint bucket insert claim 1 , comprising:a base dimensioned to removably secure within a bucket;an annular sidewall extending orthogonally away from a ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Method and Device for Covering Structures and Other Objects

Номер: US20150014337A1
Автор: Fanelli Peter
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The disclosed invention provides a non-adhesive, removable cover for concealing the lateral sidewalls of various structures and objects and a method for using said cover. This cover is intended for use on trash receptacles, storage containers, dumpsters, portable toilets, and other structures and objects. The cover can be made from a flexible material and can be printed with graphics to be used for advertisement or decoration on, or camouflage of, the lateral sidewalls of the structure or object, and may incorporate light emitting diodes (LEDs) for illumination. The cover is applied in one step by being pulled over the structure or object and employing integrated constriction means to maintain placement of the cover, wherein the flexible and stretchable material will allow the cover to snugly conform to the shape of the underlying structure or object without the use of adhesives or other attachment hardware. The cover is then easily removed by being pulled off of the object or structure. 1. A cover for concealing the lateral sidewalls of a structure comprising one or more panels wherein each panel has an upper edge , a lower edge , and two side edges; wherein each side edge of a panel is joined to a second side edge to form a sheath with sidewalls; wherein the sheath is continuous along its sidewalls and open at its top and bottom; and wherein along at least the upper edge of each panel is an integrated constriction means.2. A cover according to that is comprised of one or more panels of flexible material.3. A cover according to wherein the flexible material is stretchable.4. A cover according to wherein the integrated constriction means is an adjustable drawstring.5. A cover according to wherein at least one of the panels is printed with graphics.6. A cover according to that incorporates light emitting diodes (LEDs).7. A cover according to further comprised of openings which correspond with the operational apparatus of a structure.8. A cover according to that is ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Spray Canister Device With Removable Sleeved Cover

Номер: US20180015238A1
Автор: Peng Shao-Yu, Schwab Brian
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A method and apparatus is provided for spraying a solution, such as a cleaning solution a barrier material, out of a spray canister device to a surface area of a human body. The spray canister device generally includes a removable sleeved cover element covering an inner canister element. The spray canister device with the removable sleeved cover is easy to carry and easy to spray, and can be handled manually or functions together with other devices. 1. A spray canister device , comprising:a sleeved cover element; and an opening;', 'a sleeve portion; and', 'a trigger bar., 'a canister element, wherein the sleeved cover element comprises2. The spray canister device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeved cover element further comprises a top cap portion.3. The spray canister device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeved cover element further comprises a handle grip.4. The spray canister device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeved cover element is removable to be separated from the canister element.5. The spray canister device of claim 1 , the canister element comprises a top outlet claim 1 , and a canister body.6. The spray canister device of claim 5 , the canister element further comprises a ring portion.7. The spray canister device of claim 5 , the canister element further comprises a bottom portion.8. The spray canister device of claim 7 , wherein the interior content of the canister element is sprayed out by triggering the trigger bar of the sleeved cover element against the canister element and moving the bottom portion of the canister element to be closer to the opening of the sleeved cover element.9. The spray canister device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeved cover element further comprises a top flat surface portion.10. The spray canister device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeved cover element further comprises one or more channels.11. The spray canister device of claim 9 , wherein the interior content of the canister element is sprayed out by pushing down the top flat surface ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

RAPID MANUFACTURING DETAIL ON RECEPTACLE AND MULTI-PURPOSE BUCKET LID

Номер: US20180015649A1
Автор: Hutchinson Gerald A.
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Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a mandrel system for creating a stamp on multiple receptacles. Some embodiments of the method include performing a step in the stamping process on a single receptacle while simultaneously performing another step in the stamping process on a second receptacle. The mandrel system may include a rotating mandrel system for rotating the mandrels that hold the receptacles to various positions, where the positions may be aligned with certain steps, such as heating, stamping, or cooling a portion of the receptacle. Some embodiments include a reversible lid including a fastening mechanism to fasten the lid in at least two configurations. In some embodiments, one side of the lid can be used to stack receptacles and the other side of the lid can be used to hold objects in slots and be used as a seat. 1. A method for creating a detail on receptacles using a stamp of a mandrel system , the method comprising:loading, by the mandrel system, a first receptacle onto a first mandrel of the mandrel system;aligning, by an actuator of the mandrel system, the first receptacle with a heat pad such that desired portion of the first receptacle can be heated by the heat pad;heating, by the heat pad of the mandrel system, the desired portion of the first receptacle, wherein material of the heated portion of the first receptacle softens;stamping, by a stamp of the mandrel system, at least a subset of the heated portion of the first receptacle; andcooling, by a cooling system of the mandrel system, at least a subset of the stamped portion of the first receptacle, wherein during at least one of the aligning, heating, stamping, or cooling of the first receptacle, a second receptacle on a second mandrel of the mandrel system is simultaneously aligning, heating, stamping, or cooling.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first and second receptacle are loaded into the first and second mandrel simultaneously.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

LOW DEPTH CRATE

Номер: US20160016689A1
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A crate includes a base, a pair of opposed side walls extending upward from the sides of the base and a pair of end walls extending upward from ends of the base. The end walls each include a pair of spaced apart end columns that act as partial spacers between the three adjacent bottles at that end. The handles are aligned offset from the center of the end wall. The handles are each aligned with one of the end columns so they can be aligned (e.g. centered) between adjacent bottles to provide more space for a user's hand. The handles may extend from one end column, over the other end column to the corner column. In the embodiment shown, the handles may be each offset toward a different side wall to provide better balance of the weight of the crate. 1. A nestable crate comprising:a base having opposed side edges and opposed end edges, the base having an array of bottle capture areas on an underside thereof including an odd number of bottle capture areas adjacent each end edge;a plurality of side columns extending upward from each of the side edges of the base;at least one end column extending upward from one of the end edges of the base; andan upper band portion at an upper end of the at least one end column, a handle formed in the upper band portion above the at least one end column.2. The crate of wherein the upper band portion includes a valley aligned with the handle.3. The crate of wherein the handle includes an opening between an upper handle portion and a lower handle portion claim 1 , the upper handle portion including a convex lower surface.4. The crate of wherein the lower handle portion is connected to the base via the at least one end column.5. The crate of wherein the lower handle portion curves downward and can be received in the valley of an upper handle portion of an identical crate in which the crate is nested.6. The crate of wherein the upper band portion extends along upper ends of the plurality of side columns and the upper band portion includes at ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

RECEPTACLE FOR ATTACHING TO A CURVED WALL OF A CONTAINER

Номер: US20160016691A1
Автор: Gillingwater James D.
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There is provided a receptacle for connecting to a curved wall of a container. The receptacle has a pair of spaced-apart flanges that extend about the container. The receptacle includes an outer wall member configured to be spaced-apart from the curved wall of the container. The receptacle includes an open back opposite the outer wall member of the receptacle. The receptacle includes a pair of spaced-apart ends that connect the flanges of the receptacle to the outer wall member of the receptacle. The receptacle includes a bottom that connects to and extends between the ends of the receptacle. The bottom of the receptacle has an outer edge connecting with the outer wall member of the receptacle. The bottom of the receptacle has a curved inner edge configured to abut with and partially extend about the container. 132-. (canceled)33. A container assembly comprising: 'a curved exterior sidewall, the curved exterior sidewall having an outer surface; and,', 'a container comprising a pair of spaced-apart arcuate flanges configured to partially extend about the container;', 'a closed arcuate elongate wall outwardly spaced from and partially covering a portion of the outer surface of the curved exterior sidewall of the container;', 'an open back opposite the closed arcuate elongate wall of the receptacle, the open back aligning with said portion of the outer surface of the curved exterior sidewall of the container, said portion effectively forming part of the receptacle;', 'a pair of spaced-apart planar ends extending outwards from said portion of the outer surface of the curved exterior sidewall of the container, the ends of the receptacle connecting the flanges to the closed arcuate elongate wall, the flanges of the receptacle extending outwards from the ends of the receptacle;', 'an open top for receiving an object, the open top being in communication with the open back of the receptacle, the open top extending between the ends of the receptacle and extending between said ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

BEVERAGE CONTAINER COMPRISING CONNECTABLE SEGMENTS

Номер: US20200015609A1
Автор: Rhodes Christopher
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The present invention generally relates to a beverage container which includes a plurality of interconnecting segments. In a specific embodiment, a plurality of stainless steel segments may be threadedly connected to form a drinking glass having a customizable exterior graphic design. The graphic design may be altered by swapping out one or more segments. 1. A segmented beverage container , comprising:a base member including a bottom panel and a base member wall extending from a perimeter of said bottom panel;a rim member having rim member wall; andat least one intermediate member disposed between said base member and said rim member when said segmented beverage container is in an assembled configuration, said at least one intermediate member having an intermediate member wall;wherein said base member is removably attachable to said at least one intermediate member via a first set of threads extending from said base member wall and a corresponding second set of threads extending from said intermediate member wall, and wherein said at least one intermediate member is removably attachable to said rim member via a third set of threads extending from said intermediate member wall and a corresponding fourth set of threads extending from said rim member wall;wherein said bottom panel and said base member wall collectively define a first volume, said intermediate member wall defines a second volume, and said rim member wall defines a third volume;wherein, when said segmented beverage container is in said assembled configuration, said first volume is in fluid communication with said second volume and said second volume is in fluid communication with said third volume such that said first, second, and third volumes collectively define a central cavity having an opening extending through said rim member, said central cavity operable to receive and retain a beverage.2. The segmented beverage container of claim 1 , further comprising a reference axis normal to said bottom panel ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Salt Storage and Application Receptacle

Номер: US20190016523A1
Автор: Christy Jody
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An apparatus for applying a de-icing material to a surface includes a receptacle and a handle. The receptacle includes a base portion and a sidewall portion coupled to the base. At least a portion of the handle is coupled to the sidewall portion. The apparatus further includes at least one opening that extends through the sidewall. The opening is dimensioned to accommodate passage of the de-icing material. Upon rotating the handle, the de-icing material is expelled from the receptacle through the opening. 1. An apparatus for applying a de-icing material to a surface , comprising:a receptacle having a base portion and a sidewall portion coupled to the base;a handle coupled to the sidewall portion; andat least one opening extending through the sidewall portion, the at least one opening being dimensioned to accommodate passage of the de-icing material;wherein upon rotating the handle, the de-icing material is expelled from the receptacle via the at least one opening.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one sealing device adapted to be removably coupled to the receptacle to restrict the de-icing material from being expelled from the at least one opening.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one sealing device comprises a threaded portion to be threadably coupled to the at least one opening.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one sealing device comprises a perforated member.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base portion comprises at least one of a generally conical shape.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base portion has a generally angled orientation to urge the de-icing material towards the sidewall portion of the receptacle.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening has an outer dimension between approximately 1 mm and approximately 30 mm.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening extends through the sidewall portion at an angle of approximately 90 degrees.9. The ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Container liner

Номер: US20160018156A1
Автор: Mark Schrempp
Принадлежит: Individual

A device is described for providing a removable, disposable or reusable liner for a container. The liner may include an adhesive about the perimeter, a liner spout, and handles. The liner is particularly well suited to conform to the interior of a cooler and may seal to the inside of the cooler or overlap and seal to the outside of the container.

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

VAPOR DELIVERY CONTAINER WITH FLOW DISTRIBUTOR

Номер: US20200016558A1
Принадлежит: Versum Materials US, LLC

A chemical precursor container is disclosed. The container includes a vessel and a lid that define an interior volume, an inlet conduit, an outlet conduit, and a flow distributor positioned inside the vessel and in fluid flow communication with the inlet conduit. The flow distributor has an annular shape and includes a distributor floor having a plurality of apertures formed therein for expelling carrier gas therethrough. The flow distributor includes an inner annular wall that defines a porthole in the flow distributor that allows fluid to pass through the flow distributor from the interior volume of the vessel to the outlet conduit. 1. A container for delivering a chemical precursor to a process tool , comprisinga vessel including a vessel floor, a vessel sidewall extending from the floor to an upper vessel edge, and a lid that spans a radial distance from a center axis of the vessel to the upper vessel edge, the vessel floor, vessel sidewall, and lid of the vessel defining an interior volume in the vessel, the vessel having an exterior surface and an interior surface;an inlet conduit extending through the vessel from the exterior surface of the vessel to the interior surface of the vessel;a flow distributor positioned inside the vessel and in fluid flow communication with the inlet conduit, the flow distributor including at least one conduit having a plurality of apertures formed therein for expelling gas from the inlet conduit into the vessel; andan outlet conduit in fluid flow communication with the interior volume of the vessel,wherein the flow distributor includes a distributor floor, a distributor ceiling, an outer distributor sidewall that extends from an outer perimeter of the distributor floor to an outer perimeter of the distributor ceiling, and an inner distributor sidewall that extends from an inner perimeter of the distributor floor to an inner perimeter of the distributor ceiling, the distributor floor and distributor ceiling spanning from the inner ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

Fluid Containers and Fluid Container Systems

Номер: US20210016929A1
Автор: Carmody Matthew Shane
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An example fluid container includes a main body and a support leg. The main body has a bottom wall and a sidewall that extends from the bottom wall. The bottom wall has a bottom wall first internal surface and the sidewall has a sidewall first portion, a sidewall second portion, and defines a passageway. The bottom wall first internal surface extends from the sidewall second portion toward the passageway at a downward slope. The support leg extends from the main body and is sized and configured to support the fluid container. 1a main body having a bottom wall and a sidewall, the bottom wall having a bottom wall first internal surface, the sidewall extending from the bottom wall and having a sidewall first portion, a sidewall second portion, and defining a passageway extending through the sidewall second portion, the sidewall first portion disposed at a first angle relative to the bottom wall first internal surface, the sidewall second portion disposed at a second angle relative to the bottom wall first internal surface, the first angle different than the second angle, the bottom wall first internal surface defining a curve extending from the sidewall first portion to the passageway at a downward slope, the bottom wall and the sidewall cooperatively defining a fluid holding cavity in fluid communication with the passageway;a support leg extending from the main body and sized and configured to support said fluid container; anda valve attached to the fluid container and in fluid communication with the passageway, the valve movable between an open configuration in which the passageway is open and unobstructed and a closed configuration in which the valve obstructs the passageway.. A fluid container comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. Nonprovisional application Ser. No. 16/451,685, filed Jun. 25, 2019, which is a continuation of U.S. Nonprovisional application Ser. No. 15/249,698, filed Aug. 29, 2016. The entire disclosure of each of these related ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

ERGONOMIC CONTAINER WITH THUMB HOLE

Номер: US20210016930A1
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An apparatus includes a bottom wall, a plurality of connected walls attached to the bottom wall to define a cavity having a top rim, and a flange extending laterally outward from the top rim. At least a portion of the flange extends downwardly from the top rim. The portion of the flange includes an aperture configured to accept a user's thumb, and the portion of the flange is substantially symmetrical about a center line of the apparatus. 114.-. (canceled)15. A method of holding a product comprising: a bottom wall;', 'a plurality of connected walls attached to the bottom wall to define the cavity having a top rim; and', the flange is substantially symmetrical about a center line of the container; and', 'the flange comprises an aperture disposed on the center line; and, 'a flange extending laterally outward and downward from the top rim, wherein], 'placing the product in a cavity of a container, the container comprisinginserting a user's thumb through the aperture from a bottom of the flange.16. The method of wherein the flange comprises a depression in a top of the flange claim 15 , the method comprising positioning at least a portion of the user's thumb in the depression.17. The method of comprising positioning the user's fingers against at least one of the plurality of connected walls.18. The method of comprising positioning a portion of the user's fingers against the bottom of the flange.19. The method of comprising positioning a portion of the user's fingers against the bottom of the flange.20. The method of comprising positioning the user's palm against at least one of the plurality of connected walls.21. The method of wherein the container comprises a notch in the top rim claim 15 , the method comprising positioning a portion of the user's thumb in the notch.22. The method of comprising positioning the user's fingers against the bottom wall.23. The method of wherein the product is a liquid claim 15 , the method comprising depositing a portion of the liquid on ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Modular Tool Holder

Номер: US20140102925A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A tool caddy with vertical inner and outer compartment support sections. The inner and outer sections are made of a semi-rigid, semi-flexible material such as thermoplastic and joined to each other at their respective upper ends by a saddle. The support sections are generally pre-formed to fit the tapering radius of a selectable container and each support section has at least one compartment.

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

PACKET AND LABEL COMBINATION

Номер: US20150021215A1
Автор: Clark Marco H.
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A packet and label combination structure for use with a beverage container that houses packets of beverage enhancing formulations on the outer surface of the label which can be placed around the body of a bottle or container of water or other liquid and transported with ease. The packets containing the beverage enhancing formulations have perforated edges linking each other allowing for easy removal of the packets from the underlying label to pour the contents of the packet into a beverage container holding water or other liquid. A significant advantage of the packet and label combination feature is that the beverage enhancing formulations are available at one's fingertips when needed to infuse water or other liquid in the bottle or container rather than carrying the packets separately along with the bottle or container. 1. A packet and label combination for a beverage container comprising:a first elongated and substantially rectangular label structure;said label structure having a first layer and a second layer;said first layer and said second layer bonded together to form the label structure;a set of packet structures housed on the outside surface of said label structure evenly spaced and lying side by side;said set of packet structures attached to each other through perforated attachment means;said packet structures containing beverage enhancing formulations;said label structure having a nutritional facts table, a UPC code, an ingredient list and a brand name displayed at one end of the said label structure;said label structure having an adhesive strip on each end of the label structure; andsaid label structure placed around the body of a beverage container with the said adhesive strips on each end of the said label structure brought together on one side of the body of the said beverage container to hold the said label structure around the body of the said beverage container;2. The packet and label combination of wherein one type of container to be used with the ...

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

PAINTING TRAY

Номер: US20150021337A1
Автор: Sherman Michael
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A paint tray includes a body having a base portion and sidewalls forming a paint well. Each sidewall has an upper top portion. The upper top portions collectively define an upper rim of a mouth of the well. A barred shaped member is hingedly connected to the upper top portion of a first sidewall such that the barred shaped member pivots relative to the body between first and second positions. In the first position, the barred shaped member is disposed within and surrounded by an inner perimeter of the upper rim of the mouth of the paint well. In the second position, the barred shaped member extends away from the upper rim and neither extends over nor within the mouth of the paint well. The paint tray is fabricated out of a molded material, and preferably comprises molded plastic. 1. (canceled)2. A method of using a paint tray , the paint tray including a body comprising a paint well for holding paint and a barred shaped member hingedly connected to the body proximate an upper portion of the body , the method comprising the steps of:(a) transitioning the barred shaped member from a first position, in which the barred shaped member is disposed within and surrounded by an inner perimeter of an upper rim of the paint well, to a second position, in which the barred shaped member extends away from the upper rim of the paint well and neither extends over nor within the paint well;(b) after transitioning of the barred shaped member to the second position, pouring paint into the paint well;(c) transitioning the barred shaped member back to the first position, in which the barred shaped member is disposed within and surrounded by the inner perimeter of the upper rim of the paint well;(d) dipping a paint brush into the paint contained within the paint well; and(e) removing excess paint from the paint brush while the barred shaped member is in the first position by positioning the paint brush to extend through one of a plurality of openings in the barred shaped member and ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Portable beverage container

Номер: US20160022068A1
Автор: Tiffani Lohden
Принадлежит: Individual

A personalized cooler ( 10 ) includes a hollow container body ( 12 ) in which a liquid is stored. A cap ( 14 ) is threadably screwed onto an open top of the container to prevent the liquid contents of the container from being spilled. A U-shaped handle ( 18 ) has ends received on bosses ( 16 ) formed on opposite sides of the container body in carrying the container. An artistic pattern such as dots is imparted onto an outer surface of the container body, for example, by heat transfer printing. The artistic pattern can include geometric patterns such as dots, squares, rectangles, hexagons, etc., as well as grids, zigzag lines, and other designs. The same or other patterns and artistic motifs can be imprinted on other components of the cooler.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Delivery of Medicine or Other Therapy Orally

Номер: US20170020783A1
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Among other things, a container has a chamber and an open end of the chamber. The container is configured at the open end to be surrounded by lips of a user to permit the user to apply suction to the chamber through the open end. A gelled dose of a therapeutic agent in the chamber is in contact with a wall of the chamber and is between the wall of the chamber and the open end. There is at least one hole in the wall for air to reach the gelled dose when the user is applying the suction to the chamber to release the gelled dose into the user's mouth. A mechanism prevents contamination of the gelled dose through the hole in the wall until the user is ready to consume the gelled dose and permits air to reach the gelled dose through the holes when the user is ready to consume the gelled dose. 1. An apparatus comprisinga container having a chamber and an open end of the chamber that is configured to be small enough to fit within lips of an opened human mouth and to have the lips seal the open end against air passing into or from the chamber,a gelled dose of a therapeutic agent in the chamber in contact with a wall of the chamber and held between the wall of the chamber and the open end, a cross section of the chamber where the gelled dose is held being smaller than a cross section of the open end of the chamber,at least one hole in the wall for air to reach the gelled dose, anda mechanism having a first state in which the mechanism provides a seal to prevent air and contaminants from reaching the gelled dose through the hole, the mechanism being manually actuatable to cause it to transition from the first state to a second state in which the gelled dose is exposed directly to the air or the air can reach the gelled dose by a path that extends from an inlet through a channel to the hole.2. The apparatus of in whichthe channel is unconnected to a space within the chamber except through the hole in the wall.3. The apparatus of in which the mechanism comprises two elements of ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Universal Paint Grid

Номер: US20140106078A1
Автор: Larry C. Childs
Принадлежит: Dripless Inc

A paint grid for removing excess fluid from a roller type applicator. The paint grid comprises a sheet of material having a plurality of openings therein. The sheet has a length and a width that is less than its length. The sheet has a substantially planar central portion and sloped edge margins extending from the central portion. The sloped edge margins include a sloped edge margin extending lengthwise along one edge of the sheet and a sloped edge margin extending widthwise along another edge of the sheet.

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

MANUAL VALVE, TANK WALL, AND DRAIN DEVICE HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20160023806A1
Автор: Thurston Tara
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A manual valve includes a knob and a stem projected from the knob. The stem has a pin and a recess. The pin is configured to be projected from the stem radially outward and to be retracted into the recess radially inward. The pin has a end surface configured to latch onto a pin seat when projected. The knob has a plug radially offset from a center axis of the stem. 1. A manual valve comprising:a knob; anda stem projected from the knob, whereinthe stem has a first pin and a first recess,the first pin is configured to be projected from the stem radially outward and to be retracted into the first recess radially inward,the first pin has a first end surface configured to latch onto a first pin seat when projected, andthe knob has at least one plug radially offset from a center axis of the stem.2. The manual valve according to claim 1 , wherein the stem has a circumferential periphery without a thread.3. The manual valve according to claim 1 , wherein the first recess is radially dented into the stem and is configured to accommodate the first pin when the first pin is radially retracted.4. The manual valve according to claim 1 , wherein the first end surface is substantially at a right angle relative to the center axis of the stem.5. The manual valve according to claim 1 , whereinthe stem further has a second pin and a second recess,the second pin is configured to be projected from the stem radially outward and to be retracted into the second recess radially inward,the second pin has a second end surface configured to latch onto a second pin seat when projected,the second pin is shifted from the first pin around the center axis of the stem at a predetermined angle, andthe second recess is shifted from the first recess around the center axis of the stem at the predetermined angle.6. The manual valve according to claim 5 , whereinthe second pin is radially opposed to the first pin, andthe second recess is radially opposed to the first recess.7. A tank wall of a tank for ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Transportable Transparent Cork-Insulated Cooler

Номер: US20160023837A1
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A cork-insulated cooler having reversible skid plates and a transparent inner basin is described. The cooler is comprised of an outer basin having an open top, a plurality of cork panels lining the outer basin, a transparent inner basin having an open top which is constructed and arranged to hold and maintain the plurality of cork panels against the outer basin, a lid hingedly connected to the inner and outer basin such that the inner basin and lid cooperate to define a compartment, and at least one pair of reversible skid plates removably fastened to the bottom surface of the outer basin. The reversible skid plates include a skid side for easy sliding of the cooler and a non-skid side to keep the cooler in place. 1. A cork-insulated cooler used for holding perishable food products comprising:an outer basin having four side panels, a base panel and an open top;a plurality of cork panels lining an inner surface of each of said side panels and said base panel of said outer basin;an inner basin constructed from a transparent material having four inner basin side panels, a base inner basin panel and an open top, said inner basin being sized to fit within an inner surface of said cork panels, said inner basin having an outer surface constructed and arranged to hold and maintain said plurality of cork panels between said inner surface of said outer basin; anda lid assembly hingedly connected to said outer or said inner basin such that said inner basin and an inner lid surface cooperate to define a compartment.2. The cork-insulated cooler of claim 1 , including at least one pair of reversible skid plates removably fastened to a bottom surface on said outer basin.3. The cork-insulated cooler of claim 1 , wherein said reversible skid plates include a skid side for easy sliding of said cooler and a non-skid side to keep said cooler in place claim 1 , said non-skid side being constructed from a resilient polymer.4. The cork-insulated cooler of claim 3 , wherein said resilient ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

SINGLE USE SEALED CONTAINER ASSEMBLY FOR A LARGE FORMAT ICE UNIT

Номер: US20160023841A1
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A single use sealed container assembly for a large format ice unit includes a container having an open end and a closed cavity defining a predetermined volume of at least three fluid ounces, and up to about six fluid ounces. A seal assembly has a cover member dimensioned to completely overlie the open end of the container. A seal is disposed between the container and the cover member, wherein the seal at least temporarily maintains the cover member in a sealing engagement over the open end of the container. An amount of a liquid product is maintained in the closed cavity of the container by the cover member until such time as the container assembly is placed into a freezer, thereby forming a large format ice unit therein, which may be accessed by a user by removing the cover member from the open end of the container. 1. A single use sealed container assembly for a large format ice unit comprising:a container assembly comprising a container having an open end and a closed cavity, said closed cavity comprising a predetermined volume, wherein said predetermined volume is at least three fluid ounces,a seal assembly comprising a cover member, wherein said cover member is dimensioned to completely overlie said open end of said container, anda seal disposed between said container and said cover member, wherein said seal at least temporarily maintains said cover member in a sealing engagement over said open end of said container.2. The single use sealed container assembly as recited in wherein said container further comprises a base claim 1 , oppositely disposed side walls claim 1 , and oppositely disposed end walls.3. The single use sealed container assembly as recited in wherein said base claim 2 , said side walls claim 2 , and said end walls at least partially define a predetermined geometry.4. The single use sealed container assembly as recited in wherein said predetermined geometry is a substantially cubic configuration.5. The single use sealed container assembly as ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

BAKERY TRAY

Номер: US20170021965A1
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A bakery tray includes a base and side walls extending upward from sides of the base, each side wall including an outer side rail and an inner side rail. Side drag rails extend downward from the base proximate sides of the base, with feet projecting outward from the side drag rails. An outer rib projects downward from an outer edge of each of the feet such that the side drag rail of an identical upper tray being stacked on the bakery tray contacts the flanges while the outer ribs of the upper tray are received between the outer side rail and the inner side rail. In another feature, the side walls include handle openings, the handle openings each partially defined by a convex outer wall. In another feature, an upper edge of the front wall includes finger corrugations for accommodating the fingers of a user's hand grasping the tray. 1. A bakery tray comprising:a base;side walls extending upward from sides of the base, each side wall including an outer side rail and an inner side rail;a front wall extending upward from the base, the front wall shorter than the side walls;a rear wall extending upward from the base;flanges extending inward from each of the side walls along the front wall;side drag rails extending downward from the base proximate sides of the base, feet projecting outward from the side drag rails, an outer rib projecting downward from an outer edge of each of the feet, the outer rib aligned between the outer side rail and the inner side rail, such that the side drag rails of an identical upper tray being stacked on the bakery tray contact the flanges while the outer ribs of the upper tray are received between outer side rail and the inner side rail.2. The bakery tray of wherein the side drag rails each include spaced apart walls having transverse ribs therebetween.3. The bakery tray of wherein the side drag rails have lowermost surfaces that are the lowermost surfaces of the bakery tray.4. The bakery tray of wherein the side drag rails each include spaced ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Coating Composition

Номер: US20170022387A1
Автор: Lock Kam L., Woods Richard
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A coating composition for a food and/or beverage container comprising a polyester material, the polyester material comprising the reaction product of; (a) 1,2-propanediol, (b) terephthalic acid, and (c) a molecular weight increasing agent, characterised in that the polyester material has a number-average molecular weight (Mn) of at least 6,100 Da and a glass transition temperature (Tg) of at least 80° C., wherein the molecular weight increasing agent comprises a polyacid, a polyol or a combination thereof, the polyacid comprises a diacid of formula (I) wherein each R independently represents hydrogen or an alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or aryl group; n=0 or 1; X represents a bridging group selected from: an alkylene group; an alkenylene group; an alkynylene group; an arylene group; the bridge between the —COOR groups is Cor C, and the hydroxyl groups of the polyol are connected by a Cto Calkylene group. 2. A coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polyacid comprises maleic anhydride or itaconic acid or a combination thereof3. A coating composition according to either of or claim 1 , wherein the polyol comprises trimethylolpropane claim 1 , glycerol or a combination thereof.4. A coating composition according to any preceding claim claim 1 , wherein the molar ratio of (a):(b) ranges from 5:1 to 1:5.5. A coating composition according to any preceding claim claim 1 , wherein the molar ratio of (a)+(b):(c) ranges from 100:1 to 1:1.6. A coating composition according to any preceding claim claim 1 , wherein the coating compositions comprise from 1 to 100 wt % of the polyester material based on the total solid weight of the coating composition.7. A coating composition according to any preceding claim claim 1 , wherein the coating composition further comprises a crosslinking agent.8. A coating composition according to claim 7 , wherein the crosslinking agent comprises a phenolic resin.9. A coating composition according to any preceding claim claim 7 , wherein the ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS, METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR ABSORBING SHOCK AND CARRYING ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20220041363A1
Автор: Lindhart Eric
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In one embodiment, a portable system for absorbing shock and carrying electronic equipment is disclosed. The system includes a container having an open end, a closed end, and an interior wall. At least one first standoff is attached to a first interior wall portion and at least one second standoff is attached to a second interior wall portion such that the first and second standoff oppose each other. At least one piece of electronic equipment is attached to a plate. The plate includes a rail. Each standoff also has a groove, where each groove is configured to receive the rail. The system further includes a relief section defined by area between a perimeter of the plate and a perimeter of the electronic equipment. The system also includes shock absorbing properties to protect the equipment from damage. In other embodiments, the system includes at least one solar panel defining a kit. 1. A portable system for absorbing shock and carrying equipment , where the system comprises:a container having an open end, a closed end, and an interior wall;at least one first standoff attached to a first interior wall portion;at least one second standoff attached to a second interior wall portion such that the first standoff and second oppose each other;a plate on which at least one piece of equipment is attached;the plate comprising a rail;a relief section defined by an area between a perimeter of the plate and a perimeter of the equipment; and,a groove in each standoff, where each groove is configured to receive the rail.2. The system of claim 1 , where the system comprises:a first top standoff positioned proximate to the open end of the container and a first bottom standoff positioned proximate to the closed end of the container;a first track spanning at least between the first top standoff and first bottom standoff;a second top standoff positioned proximate to the open end of the container and a second bottom standoff positioned proximate to the closed end of the container;a ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

CRATE WITH RETRACTABLE WALL

Номер: US20190023485A1
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A crate includes a base and a plurality of walls including a front wall. The front wall is movable between a retracted, open position and a closed position. In some embodiments, the front wall includes a frame, a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is hingeably connected to the frame and the second portion is hingeably connected to the first portion. 1. A crate comprising:a base; anda plurality of walls including a front wall, wherein the front wall is movable between a retracted, open position and a closed position.2. The crate of wherein the front wall includes a frame claim 1 , a first portion and a second portion claim 1 , wherein the first portion is hingeably connected to the frame and the second portion is hingeably connected to the first portion.3. The crate of wherein the first portion and the second portion each include a horizontal wall portion and a pair of arms.4. The crate of wherein the second portion is connected to the crate only via hinges at outer ends of the pair of arms of the second portion.5. The crate of wherein the arms extend upward from the horizontal portion of the second portion when the front wall is in the closed position and when the front wall is in the retracted claim 4 , open position.6. The crate of wherein the arms extend downward from the horizontal portion of the first portion when the front wall is in the closed position and wherein the arms extend upward from the horizontal portion of the first portion when the front wall is in the retracted claim 5 , open position.7. The crate of wherein the arms of the second portion are hingeably connected to the arms of the first portion between the horizontal portion of the first portion and the hinged connection of the first portion to the frame.8. The crate of wherein the horizontal portion of the first portion is spaced vertically above the horizontal portion of the second portion when the front wall is in the closed position.9. The crate of wherein the horizontal ...

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29-01-2015 дата публикации

PACKAGING CUE SYSTEM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS

Номер: US20150027034A1
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A visual cue system associated with a plurality of consumer product packages includes a first visual cue with at least a first symbol and first text associated therewith and is further associated with a first consumer product. A second visual cue has at least a second symbol and second text associated therewith and is further associated with a second consumer product. A regimen key is associated with at least one of the first or second consumer products. Further, the first and second consumer product packages are different. 1. A visual cue system associated with a plurality of consumer product packages , comprising:a first visual cue having at least a first symbol and first text associated therewith and being affixed to a first consumer product package;a second visual cue having at least a second symbol and second text associated therewith and being affixed to a second consumer product package; anda regimen key disposed on at least one of the first or second consumer product packages,wherein the first and second consumer product packages are different.2. The visual cue system of claim 1 , wherein the first visual cue and the second visual cue are disposed on a front surface of the first and second consumer product packages claim 1 , respectively.3. The visual cue system of claim 2 , wherein the regimen key is disposed on a rear surface of at least one of the first and second consumer product packages.4. The visual cue system of claim 1 , wherein the first visual cue and the second visual cue are disposed on a front surface of the first and second consumer product packages claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , and the regimen key is disposed on a rear surface of both of the first and the second consumer product packages.5. The visual cue system of claim 1 , wherein the first symbol and the second symbol are utilized in the regimen key.6. The visual cue system of claim 5 , wherein the first text and the second text are utilized in the regimen key.7. The visual cue system ...

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

Bottle Crate

Номер: US20140110295A1
Автор: Stahl Edward L.
Принадлежит: ORBIS CANADA LIMITED

A bottle crate () is provided that is configured to hold a plurality of bottles in a generally upright orientation, and is particularly designed to hold bottles having a variable diameter. The bottle crate can include at least one tray and a plurality of fingers () elastically arranged on the tray, such that the fingers are configured to move in response to insertion or removal of a bottle. 114-. (canceled)15. A plastic bottle crate comprising:a bottom;a peripheral wall surrounding the bottom;a plurality of bottle receiving pockets formed in the interior of the crate;a plurality of interior columns extending upward from the bottom, each column having a wall with at least one finger formed by vertical cuts through the wall, the finger moveable from a first non-flexed position to a second flexed position radially outward of the first position.1615. The plastic bottle crate of clam wherein each wall includes a plurality of fingers formed by vertical cuts through the wall.17. The plastic bottle crate of wherein the peripheral wall includes a first side wall claim 15 , a second side wall claim 15 , a first end wall and a second end wall claim 15 , the first and second side walls including a plurality of half columns claim 15 , each half column having a wall with at least one finger formed by vertical cuts through the wall claim 15 , the finger moveable from a first non-flexed position to a second flexed position radially outward of the first position.18. The plastic bottle crate of wherein each wall of the plurality of ball columns includes a plurality of fingers formed by vertical cuts through the wall19. The plastic bottle crate of wherein the at least one finger is integrally formed with the crate.20. The plastic bottle crate of wherein the at least one finger is formed from a material different than a remainder of the crate.21. The plastic bottle crate of wherein each of the plurality of columns is hollow.22. The plastic bottle crate of wherein each of the plurality ...

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

Food Tray with Informational Insert

Номер: US20140110300A1
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A food tray has upper and lower tray shaped members and an informational insert sandwiched between them for viewing of an informational display of the insert through a transparent or translucent window portion of at least one of the tray-shaped members. Two interlocking mechanisms are operable to reliably secure the tray members to one another when engaged together by sliding of the lower tray member into place along an underside of the upper tray member. The insert includes a rear wall portion disposed between upstanding rear walls of the tray members, and a height of the upper tray member is reduced at a front edge thereof to provide optimal viewing of the opposing rear wall portion of the insert. A seal positively positioned in a groove of the lower tray member provides a water tight seal between the tray members to protect the informational insert. 120-. (canceled)21. A food tray comprising:a lower tray-shaped member comprising a base panel with a perimeter having a front edge, an opposing rear edge and two opposing side edges joining the front and rear edges of the lower tray-shaped member at opposing ends thereof, and a rear wall upstanding from the base panel along the rear edge thereof;an upper cover member arranged for mounting over at least the rear wall of the lower tray-shaped member and comprising a transparent or translucent window portion; andan information insert for insertion between the upper cover member and the lower tray-shaped member to hold the information insert in a sandwiched configuration between the upper cover member and the lower tray shaped member with an informational display of the insert positioned over the rear wall of the lower tray-shaped member and visible through the transparent or translucent window of the upper cover member;wherein a height by which food tray reaches upwardly past the base panel of the lower tray-shaped member at the front edge thereof is less than a height by which the informational display of the ...

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

ANTIPERSPIRANT COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME

Номер: US20160029771A1
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A consumer product comprising packaging including a product chamber and an outer jacket at least partially surrounding the product chamber; and an antiperspirant composition disposed within the product chamber, wherein the composition exhibits an average standard deviation of less than or equal to about 5 of penetration peak force measurements taken in accordance with a penetration test method as defined herein. 113.-. (canceled)14. A consumer product , comprising:packaging comprising a product chamber and an outer jacket at least partially surrounding the product chamber, wherein the outer jacket is non-rotatable relative to the product chamber; anda solid antiperspirant composition disposed within the product chamber, wherein the composition defines a uniformity and crystallization that exhibits an average standard deviation of less than or equal to about 5 of penetration peak force measurements taken in accordance with a penetration test method as defined herein.15. The consumer product of claim 14 , wherein at least some of the outer jacket is transparent or translucent.16. The consumer product of claim 15 , wherein the product chamber further comprises a circumferentially extending groove.17. The consumer product of claim 16 , wherein the outer jacket further comprises a tongue and the circumferentially extending groove is configured to receive the tongue.18. The consumer product of claim 15 , wherein the outer jacket is in contact with the product chamber.19. The consumer product of claim 14 , wherein the solid antiperspirant composition comprises one or more waxes.20. The consumer product of claim 19 , wherein the one or more waxes comprise stearyl alcohol and hydrogenated castor oil.21. The consumer product of claim 14 , wherein the product chamber is coupled to the outer jacket.22. The consumer product of claim 14 , wherein an air pocket is disposed between the product chamber and the outer jacket. The present invention is directed to antiperspirant and ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Bulk bin

Номер: US20170029163A1
Автор: David Olds, Jacob Brewer
Принадлежит: Inteplast Group Corp

A bulk bin has a perimeter wall and first and second floor panels hingedly joined to the perimeter wall. Each floor panel is selectively foldable from a stowed position to a deployed position. In some embodiments, the first floor panel has a first tab and a first hole and the second floor panel has a second tab and a second hole. The first tab is configured for being selectively received in the second hole for interlocking engagement with the second floor panel, and the second tab is configured for being selectively received in the first hole for interlocking engagement with the first floor panel to secure the first and second floor panels in the deployed position. In certain embodiments, the perimeter wall includes multiple wall portions foldably joined together. At least two of the wall portions are joined at a fold joint of at least three spaced apart vertical creases.

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Container System And Apparatus

Номер: US20170029168A1
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A container having a center portion and two side portions each situated at an angle to the center portion and extending in opposite directions such that the a left half of the container is substantially identical to a right half of the container but rotated 180 degrees to form a “Z” shaped profile of the container. This “Z” shaped profile allows containers to be stacked upon each other to provide space savings in storage and shipping of the container and the container when filled with liquid. 1. A container apparatus , comprising:a center portion including at least two center sidewalls;a first end portion situated at a first angle with respect to said center portion and including at least two first sidewalls;a second end portion situated at a second angle with respect to said center portion and including at least two second sidewalls;an interior cavity defined at least in part by interior faces of each of said center, first and second sidewalls; andat least one orifice located in said center portion for passing matter to and from said interior cavity.2. The apparatus of further comprising:a plurality of container apparatuses;a top profile of one of the plurality of container apparatuses is defined by one of each of the two center side walls, the at least two first side walls and the at least two second side walls of the one of the plurality of container apparatuses;a bottom profile of a second one of the plurality of container apparatuses is defined by one of each of the two center side walls, the at least two first side walls and the at least two second side walls of the second one of the plurality of container apparatuses;wherein the top and bottom profiles match such that the plurality of container apparatuses are stackable.3. The apparatus of further comprising:a first wall defined between said center, first and second sidewalls wherein said at least one orifice is located in said wall.4. The apparatus of wherein a mouth extends from said orifice claim 3 , said ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Liner for a vessel

Номер: US20170029170A1
Принадлежит: Plascon Group

A beverage system comprising a vessel and a liner assembly. The vessel may include a spigot with a passage configured to receive at least a portion of a liner assembly. The liner assembly may include a flexible liner, a flexible tube, a rigid cuff, and a tamper evident connection therebetween. The flexible liner may be positionable in the vessel. The flexible tube positionable in the passage of the spigot. The rigid cuff disposed in at least a portion of the tube. The tamper evident connection may be provided between the tube, liner, and cuff.

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

Magnetic Coolie Beverage Holder

Номер: US20220047103A1
Автор: Leimer Stefan
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A beverage holder with an insulating sleeve holds a beverage container and a magnetic mount to magnetically secure the insulating sleeve with the beverage container therein to a ferromagnetic support structure. The magnetic mount comprises an exterior housing located outside the insulating sleeve and on a lateral wall of the insulating sleeve. A magnet is carried by the exterior housing and located outside of the insulating sleeve. An interior backing is located on an interior of the insulating sleeve and fastened to the exterior housing through the insulating sleeve. The exterior housing and the interior backing sandwich a portion of the lateral wall of the insulating sleeve. 1. A beverage holder with an insulating sleeve configured to hold a beverage container and a magnetic mount configured to magnetically secure the insulating sleeve with the beverage container therein to a ferromagnetic support structure , the magnetic mount comprising:an exterior housing located outside the insulating sleeve and on a lateral wall of the insulating sleeve;at least one magnet carried by the exterior housing and located outside of the insulating sleeve;an interior backing located on an interior of the insulating sleeve and fastened to the exterior housing through the insulating sleeve; andthe exterior housing and the interior backing sandwiching a portion of the lateral wall of the insulating sleeve therebetween.2. The beverage holder of claim 1 , further comprising:an array of teeth carried by at least one of the exterior housing and the interior backing, the array of teeth penetrating into the insulating sleeve.3. The beverage holder of claim 1 , wherein the array of teeth circumscribe a perimeter of the at least one of the exterior housing and the interior backing.4. The beverage holder of claim 1 , wherein both of the exterior housing and the interior backing carry arrays of teeth penetrating into the insulating sleeve.5. The beverage holder of claim 1 , further comprising:a ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

SINGLE USE SELF-HEATING CUP

Номер: US20180029777A1
Автор: DUHAMEL CEDRIC JEAN
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A large self-heating cup having an injected plastic container body () with two cavities, separated by a central overmolded metal wall (). The upper cavity () contains the beverage while the lower cavity () is used to contain the heating module, an exothermic reaction without toxic reactants. Said lower cavity () is closed by a plastic base () which is also used to divide this cavity into two chambers by the way of a breakable seal (). A solid reactant () is placed above the breakable seal () and a liquid reactant () is inside the plastic base (). With the cup in an upside-down position, the user pulls off a protective foil () and pushes the actuator () which pierces the breakable seal () causing the mixing of both reactants and thus generate heat. An effective heat transfer to the beverage is possible by way of the separating metal wall () allowing a quickly elevation of its temperature. 1. A container body having a conical peripheral wall open at each end and closed inside to form two cavities one above the other , a top member closing off the larger end of the container body , and a base member closing off the narrow end of the container body , the widest cavity is for the contents to be heated and the narrowest cavity is for heating the contents of the container , the base member fit adequately in the narrower cavity for divide it in 2 chambers by means of a breakable seal , a first reagent is sealed in the first chamber between the narrowest cavity of the container body and the breakable seal , and a second reagent is sealed in the second chamber has the inside of the base member closed by the breakable seal , the base element includes a flexible wall including a breaking member for piercing the breakable seal to allow mixing of the two reagents to generate heat which will be transmitted by conduction to the food content through the separated wall of the container body ,2. A self-heating container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the container body is made of bi- ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

Fusion Packaging

Номер: US20220048669A1
Принадлежит: NYPRO INC.

Disclosed herein are fusion packaging and fusion packages. A package includes a frame which provides structure, a sidewall fused to the frame, and a cap connected to one end of the frame. Another package includes a sleeve, a cap fused to one end of the sleeve, and a seal configured to be fused to a remaining end of the sleeve after filling with content. Another package includes a frame, a film fused to the frame, a cap connected to one end of the frame, and a seal connected to another end of the frame, where one of the cap and seal are connected to the frame after material placement. Sealed edges are formed at junctures between a frame, sleeve, or cap and a sidewall or film when frame, sleeve, or cap material embeds with sidewall or film material. 1. A package comprising:a frame configured to provide structure for the package;a sidewall fused to the frame; anda cap connected to one end of the frame,wherein sealed edges are formed at junctures between at least the sidewall and the frame when frame material encapsulates sidewall material.2. The package of claim 1 , further comprising:a seal fused with another end of the frame, wherein a sealed edge is formed at a juncture between the seal and the frame.3. The package of claim 1 , wherein the cap is a refittable cap further comprising:a refittable component configured to engage a corresponding section of the frame; anda lid fused to the refittable component, wherein a sealed edge is formed at a juncture between the lid and the refittable component.4. The package of claim 1 , further comprising:a sealing lid fused to the frame, wherein a sealed edge is formed at a juncture between the sealing lid and the frame.5. The package of claim 4 , wherein the sealing lid is configured to be compressed between the frame and the refittable component.6. The package of claim 1 , wherein:the frame includes a retainment locking element for retaining a retaining element of the cap; andthe cap includes a tether mechanism connected to the ...

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

SURFACE TREATMENT METHOD FOR SUBSTRATE AND HOUSING MANUFACTURED BY THE SAME

Номер: US20140120283A1
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A surface treatment method for substrate includes: spraying liquid is provided, the spraying liquid includes silane coupling agent, leveling agent, isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, acetic acid and water; a substrate having a metallic coating disposed thereon is provided; the spraying liquid is sprayed on the metallic coating, and then spraying liquid is baked to form a transparent protecting layer on the metallic coating; and a painting layer is formed on the protecting layer. The housing formed by the surface treatment method is also provided. 1. A surface treatment method comprising:providing a spraying liquid, the spraying liquid comprising silane coupling agent, leveling agent, isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, acetic acid, and water;providing a substrate having a metallic coating disposed thereon;spraying the spraying liquid on the metallic coating and then baking to form a transparent protecting layer on the metallic coating; andforming a painting layer on the protecting layer.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the silane coupling agent includes at least one epoxy group.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the molecular formula of the silane coupling agent is R—SiR claim 2 , wherein the R is an alkyl group having about one to five carbon atom(s) claim 2 , Ris an alkyl group having epoxy group(s).4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the silane coupling agent is 3-(glycidoxypropyl) trimethoxvsilane claim 1 , trimethoxy[2-(7-oxabicyclo [4.1.0]hept-3-yl)ethyl]-silane claim 1 , 3-(glycidoxypropyl) trimethoxvsilane claim 1 , trimethoxy[2-(7-oxabicyclo [4.1.0]hept-3-yl) propyl]-silane claim 1 , or trimethoxy[2-(7-oxabicyclo [4.1.0]hept-3-yl) butyl]-silane.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the spraying liquid is manufactured by the following steps: (1) a coupling agent solution is produced by mixing silane coupling agent with a leveling agent to claim 1 , the mass percentage of the leveling agent is about 1.5% to about 3% with regard to the coupling agent solution; (2) 3-5 parts of ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

RAPID SEQUENCE MEDICAL PROCEDURE TRAY

Номер: US20170035512A1
Автор: Biehler Jefry
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The subject invention provides a rapid sequence intubation tray that enables fast and accurate medication dosing of patients under emergency conditions. By “automating” medication dosing, the subject invention reduces delays in medication administration and reduces the risk of medication errors. 1. A device to reduce medication error in rapid sequence medication administration during urgent medical procedures , the device comprising:a tray having a plurality of parallel compartments holding medication receptacles and a single compartment perpendicular to the plurality of parallel compartments,wherein the single compartment comprises:a label covering a surface of the single perpendicular compartment and displaying a patient weight and a purpose of use, wherein the label comprises sections suitably aligned with a single parallel compartment; anda plurality of indications displayed in the label sections, wherein the indications comprise a medication name and a medication volume, wherein the medication volume is calculated based on the patient weight indication displayed on said label.2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising compartments each holding a single medication receptacle.3. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising compartments each holding a plurality of medication receptacles.4. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the medication receptacles are syringes.5. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the medication receptacles contain a plurality of the volume indicated on the label section aligned with the parallel compartment holding the receptacles.6. The device according to claim 3 , wherein each medication receptacle contains the exact volume indicated on the label section aligned with the parallel compartment holding the plurality of receptacles.7. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of labels claim 1 , each label having a different weight indication claim 1 , wherein the entirety of medication ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

INSULATED COLLAPSIBLE CONTAINER AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20160039595A1
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A container for reducing energy consumption by encapsulating air space in a climate-controlled environment is disclosed. The container includes a valve for enabling air to move between the inside of container and the outside of the container. The container further includes an anchor for securing the container inside the climate-controlled environment. The container further includes at least one insulated wall. The container further includes an expanding and collapsing mechanism for facilitating, the expanding, and collapsing of the container when air moves between the inside of the container and the outside of the container. 1. A container for reducing energy consumption by encapsulating air space in a climate-controlled environment , the container comprising:a valve for enabling air to move between the inside of container and the outside of the container;an anchor for securing the container inside the climate-controlled environment;at least one insulated wall; andan expanding and collapsing mechanism for facilitating the expanding and collapsing of the container when air moves between the inside of the container and the outside of the container.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the expanding and collapsing mechanism comprises at least one of a handle claim 1 , a predefined crease on the at least one insulated wall claim 1 , a pull string claim 1 , a mechanical arm claim 1 , a connecting pole claim 1 , and a wheel.3. The container of claim 2 , wherein the container is configured to one of expand or collapse along the predefined crease responsive to a force being applied to one of the handle claim 2 , the pull string claim 2 , the mechanical arm claim 2 , the connecting pole claim 2 , and the internal walls of the container to move air between the outside of the container and the inside of the container.4. The collapsible container of claim 1 , wherein the climate-controlled environment is one of a cooled environment and a heated environment5. The container of ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

Package for laundry scent additive

Номер: US20160039599A1
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

A package for a particulate laundry scent additive.

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

CONTAINER AND CRANK APPARATUS FOR TIE-DOWN STRAPS

Номер: US20170036885A1
Автор: Goodrich Lee
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A strap storage container has a strap storage rack and a crank mechanism for coiling the straps. The crank mechanism passes through the storage container and has a handle on a first end and strap receiving aperture (e.g., a slot) on a second end. The strap storage rack is removably insertable within the strap storage container. 1. A strap storage container , comprising:a housing with a lid opening to a hollow compartment;a crank mechanism, wherein the crank mechanism comprises a handle coupled to a lever arm, the lever arm being pivotally coupled to a rod, the rod passing through a first side of the housing, extending across the hollow compartment, and exiting on a second side of the housing, the rod having an aperture on a receiving end configured to receive a strap; andwherein the rod is configured to rotate within the housing.2. The strap storage container of claim 1 , further comprising a strap storage rack for storing coiled straps.3. The strap storage container of claim 2 , wherein the strap storage rack is removable.4. The strap storage container of claim 1 , wherein the crank mechanism comprises a spring configured to force the receiving end of the rod out of the container.5. The strap storage container of claim 1 , wherein the lever arm comprises at least one flange for preventing the lever arm from coming into contact with the housing.6. The strap storage container of claim 1 , comprising a handle aperture configured to receive and store the handle of the crank mechanism.7. The strap storage container of claim 1 , wherein the rod further comprises strap end apertures configured to receive the end of a strap.8. A strap storage container claim 1 , comprising:a rectangular housing and a hinged lid, the rectangular housing forming a hollow storage compartment;a removable storage rack within the hollow compartment of the housing;a crank mechanism comprising a handle coupled to a lever arm, the lever arm being pivotally coupled to a rod, the rod passing through ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

THERMOPLASTIC RESIN FILM AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF, IN-MOLD MOLDING LABEL, AND PLASTIC CONTAINER WITH LABEL AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180036934A1
Принадлежит: YUPO CORPORATION

A thermoplastic resin film of the present invention contains at least a base layer containing a thermoplastic resin and a heat seal layer containing a thermoplastic resin; a melting point of the thermoplastic resin contained in the heat seal layer is lower than a melting point of the thermoplastic resin of the base layer; a core roughness depth Rk of a surface of the heat seal layer being from 1.2 to 9.0 μm; and a ratio Rzjis/Rk of a ten point height of roughness profile Rzjis to a core roughness depth Rk of the surface of the heat seal layer measured in accordance with JIS B0601:2013 Appendix 1 being from 2.0 to 9.0. 1. A thermoplastic resin film comprising at least a base layer containinga thermoplastic resin and a heat seal layer containing a thermoplastic resin;the heat seal layer containing the thermoplastic resin having a melting point that is lower than a melting point of the thermoplastic resin of the base layer;a core roughness depth Rk of a surface of the heat seal layer measured in accordance with ISO 13565-2:1996 being from 1.2 to 9.0 μm; anda ratio Rzjis/Rk of a ten point height of roughness profile Rzjis to a core roughness depth Rk of the surface of the heat seal layer measured in accordance with JIS B0601:2013 Appendix 1 being from 2.0 to 9.0.2. The thermoplastic resin film according to claim 1 , wherein a core material portion Mr1 of the surface of the heat seal layer measured in accordance with ISO 13565-2:1996 is from 3.7 to 15.0%.3. The thermoplastic resin film according to claim 1 , wherein an Oken smoothness of the surface of the heat seal layer measured in accordance with JIS P 8155:2010 is from 1000 to 10000 seconds.4. The thermoplastic resin film according to claim 1 , further comprising an intermediate layer in between the base layer and the heat seal layer;the intermediate layer containing from 40 to 85 mass % of a thermoplastic resin and from 15 to 60 mass % of an inorganic fine powder; anda melting point of the thermoplastic resin ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

PACKAGE FOR LAUNDRY SCENT ADDITIVE

Номер: US20180037386A1
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A package for a particulate laundry scent additive. 1. A package comprising:a container, said container having an open end and containing a particulate laundry scent additive, said particulate laundry scent additive comprising perfume;a dosing cup comprising a closed end, a peripheral rim, and a wall extending from said closed end to said peripheral rim to define a dosing volume, wherein said dosing cup comprises a vent opening in said closed end or in said wall, wherein said vent opening is sized and dimensioned to retain said particulate laundry scent additive; anda shrink sleeve wrapping around said container and at least a portion of said wall of said dosing cup thereby providing a mechanism of engagement between said dosing cup and said container.2. The package of claim 1 , wherein said shrink sleeve comprises a line of weakness.3. The package of claim 2 , wherein said laundry scent additive is water soluble.4. The package of claim 3 , wherein said dosing cup has a longitudinal axis claim 3 , wherein said wall comprises a tapered portion that is inwardly tapered towards said longitudinal axis.5. The package of claim 4 , wherein said wall has a broadest dimension at an open end of said dosing cup defined by said peripheral rim.6. A method of sampling the particulate laundry scent additive from the package of comprising the steps of squeezing said container to expel perfumed air from said container through said vent opening and smelling said perfumed air.7. The package of claim 5 , wherein said vent opening is unobstructed by said shrink sleeve.8. The package of claim 7 , wherein a mass of perfume expelled from the container when tested by the Perfume Explusion Test Method is more than about 1 ng.9. The package of claim 8 , wherein said perfume comprises perfume microcapsules.10. A method of sampling the particulate laundry scent additive from the package of comprising the steps of squeezing said container to expel perfumed air from said container through said ...

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