Chilled drink dispenser

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

Multiple liquid dispenser

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

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

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

Modular Beverage Dispenser Support, Coupler and Method of Use Thereof

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

DRINKING-WATER DISPENSER

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

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROGRAMABLY TREATING WATER IN A WATER COOLER

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

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

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

Accessible faucet handle

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

WINE STORAGE AND DISPENSING APPARATUS

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

Chilled Beverage Dispenser

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

LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM

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

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

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

COVER FOR A WATER COOLER RESERVOIR BOTTLE

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

Communion Cup Filler Apparatus and Method

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

RECIRCULATING METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSER

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

MULTIFUNCTIONAL MODULE FOR A REFRIGERATING APPARATUS

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

Dispenser cartridge for the cooled storage and dispensing of liquid or semi-liquid foodstuffs and dispenser machine for the use of such a dispenser cartridge

A dispenser cartridge (10) which comprises a first and a second cartridge shell (11, 12). The two cartridge shells (11, 12) are connected via a hinge (14). The two cartridge shells delimit a receiving space (25) for tubular bags. Each cartridge shell has a cooling trough (30) which, apart from an inlet port (26) and ventilation openings (33), is closed to the receiving space (25) for the tubular bags by a thermally conductive plate (18). The receiving volume of the cooling trough (30) is kept as low as possible. The depth of the cooling trough (30) corresponds to a maximum of twice the thickness of the thermally conductive plate (18). The greater the volume of the receiving space (25) for corresponding tubular bags, the greater the thickness of the thermally conductive plate (18).

DUAL COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE DILUTING AND COOLING MEDIUM CONTAINER AND SYSTEM

A beverage diluting and cooling container includes a floor, a peripheral sidewall, and a divider wall that divides an interior space defined by the peripheral sidewall into a first compartment that receives a cooling medium for cooling and diluting a beverage received into the first compartment. The divider wall also divides the interior space into a second compartment that holds a second quantity of a cooling medium for non-dilutingly cooling the beverage. The second compartment is sealed from the first compartment to prevent flow of liquid from the second compartment into the first compartment. One or more of the floor or a portion of the sidewall bounding the first compartment includes at least one opening therethrough to allow flow of the beverage out of the first compartment while containing the cooling medium in the first compartment. 1. A system comprising:a multi-compartment beverage container a first compartment configured to hold a combination of a liquid beverage and a first amount of a cooling medium and a second compartment configured to hold a second amount of the cooling medium,wherein the first and second compartments are separate compartments such that the second amount of the cooling medium cools the liquid beverage in the first compartment without contacting the liquid beverage.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a beverage dispensing vessel configured to hold the multi-compartment container within the vessel.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the beverage dispensing vessel is configured to hold the multi-compartment container such that the beverage dispensing vessel receives the liquid beverage after the liquid beverage exits the first compartment of the multi-compartment beverage container.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the beverage dispensing vessel is configured to hold the multi-compartment container such that at least some of the liquid beverage in the vessel remains in contact with an exterior of the first compartment for ...

BEVERAGE DISPENSING AND PRESSURIZER SYSTEM

An apparatus comprises an inflatable object adapted to be inserted into a beverage container, and a mechanism adapted to inject air into the inflatable object in response to a decrease in pressure within the beverage container. The beverage container may hold a carbonated beverage, for example. In one embodiment, the mechanism is adapted to maintain an equilibrium between a first partial pressure within the carbonated beverage and a second partial pressure of an air pocket within the beverage container. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a cap adapted to fit onto the beverage container, wherein the inflatable object is coupled to the cap. The cap may comprise a tube connecting the cap and the inflatable object, wherein the tube comprises a channel adapted to transmit air to the inflatable object. 1. An apparatus comprising:an inflatable object adapted to be inserted into a beverage container; anda mechanism adapted to inject air into the inflatable object in response to a decrease in air pressure within the beverage container.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the beverage container holds a carbonated beverage.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the mechanism is adapted to maintain an equilibrium between a first partial pressure within the carbonated beverage and a second partial pressure of an air pocket within the beverage container.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a cap adapted to fit onto the beverage container,wherein the inflatable object is coupled to the cap.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the cap comprises a tube connecting the cap and the inflatable object claim 4 , wherein the tube comprises a channel adapted to transmit air to the inflatable object.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , further comprising:a compressed air reservoir coupled to the tube.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inflatable object comprises a balloon.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a beverage dispensing mechanism adapted to dispense a ...

WATER SERVER

A water dispenser is provided which allows air in a warm water tank to be discharged through a tank connecting line when introducing drinking water into the empty warm water tank. The water dispenser includes a check valve () provided in the tank connecting line (), through which a cold water tank () is connected to the warm water tank (). The check valve () includes a valve body () having a specific gravity smaller than that of drinking water, and is configured such that while there is no drinking water in the valve sleeve (), the valve body () is moved downward by gravity such that the valve hole () opens, and such that while the interior of the valve sleeve () is filled with drinking water, the valve body () moves upward due to buoyancy until the valve hole () is closed by the valve body (). 1. A water dispenser comprising an upper tank which is capable of holding drinking water therein , a warm water tank provided below the upper tank , a heater for heating drinking water in the warm water tank , a tank connecting line through which the upper tank is connected to the warm water tank , anda check valve provided in the tank connecting line and configured to permit flow of drinking water from the upper tank toward the warm water tank and restrain flow of drinking water from the warm water tank toward the upper tank,wherein the check valve comprises a vertically extending hollow tubular valve sleeve, a valve body vertically movably mounted in the valve sleeve, and a valve seat provided over the valve body and formed with a valve hole extending vertically through the valve seat,wherein the valve body has a specific gravity smaller than a specific gravity of drinking water, wherebywhile there is no drinking water in the valve sleeve, the valve body is moved downward by gravity such that the valve hole opens, andwhile an interior of the valve sleeve is filled with drinking water, the valve body moves upward due to buoyancy until the valve hole is closed by the valve ...

COOLER WITH RESERVOIR

The present invention discloses a reservoir which can be used on its own or inside of an insulated cooler to dispense liquids. The reservoir generally comprises a lid for retention of liquid and at least one opening in one vertical wall which is used to connect to a conduit which connects to a horizontally, non-gravity mounted coupling. The coupling connects to another conduit which connects to a spigot. The reservoir has a flat bottom surface, which allows for it to stand alone, outside of the insulated cooler if desired. The reservoir may also be placed inside the insulated cooler and in that case, the conduit connected to the spigot threads through one of the insulated cooler's walls to connect to the spigot to allow the flow of liquid to the exterior of the cooler. 1. A cooler comprising:a shell which is insulated, said shell defining an interior apart from an exterior and comprising a bottom, at least one sidewall, a movable top and a first conduit extending through an opening in the sidewall from the interior to the exterior, said first conduit being connected at the exterior end to a spigot for dispensing liquid and at its interior end being connected to a female end of a non-gravity mounted coupling, anda reservoir for liquid defining an inside apart from an outside and comprising a bottom, at least one sidewall, a top with a lid, and an opening that enables connection of a male end of the non-gravity mounted coupling attached to a second conduit which extends from the outside of the reservoir,such that when the female end and male end of the non-gravity mounted coupling are secured together there is formed a liquid tight seal and a user may dispense liquid from the spigot.2. The cooler as in claim 1 , wherein the bottom of the reservoir is substantially flat.3. The cooler as in claim 1 , wherein the reservoir can be decoupled and removed from the shell4. The cooler as in claim 2 , wherein the substantially flat bottom of the reservoir enables the reservoir ...

Water dispenser

A water dispenser includes a cold water tank in which cooled raw water is stored, a hot water tank in which heated drinking water is stored, a container holder located at a lower level than the cold water tank and in which a replaceable raw water container can be placed with a raw water outlet of the raw water container facing down, a raw water supply line through which drinking water in the raw water container can be fed into the cold water tank by a pump, and an air intake line through which air can be introduced into the raw water container. A check valve is mounted in the air intake line to prevent the flow of drinking water in the direction in which drinking water flows out of the raw water container.

WATER DISPENSER

A water dispenser is provided. The water dispenser may include a water tank to store water, a cooling module provided in the water tank to circulate cooling water to cool the water to make cold water, a drain valve that connects to the water tank and protrudes from the water tank to discharge the cooling water in the water tank, and a foam insulator that covers an outer circumferential surface of the water tank and contacts the drain valve to prevent the drain valve from being exposed to air. 1. A water dispenser , comprising:a water tank to store water;a cooling module provided in the water tank to circulate cooling water to cool the water to make cold water;a drain valve that connects to the water tank and protrudes from the water tank to discharge the cooling water in the water tank; anda foam insulator that covers an outer circumferential surface of the water tank and contacts the drain valve to prevent the drain valve from being exposed to air.2. The water dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the drain valve includes:a housing covered by the foam insulator and having a hollow portion, the hollow portion having a downstream side stop protrusion and an upstream side step;a pressing part having a first portion provided to be caught by the stop protrusion and a second portion that is pressed to open and close the drain valve; andan elastic member that provides an elastic force to tightly attach the first portion of the pressing part to the stop protrusion, the elastic member being supported by the step.3. The water dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the drain valve includes an O-ring that seals a space between the stop protrusion and the pressing part claim 2 , the O-ring being coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the pressing part and pressed by the first portion so as to be tightly attached to the stop protrusion.4. The water dispenser of claim 1 , whereinthe water tank includes a protruding drain flow channel connected to the drain valve,any one of the drain ...

Container With Electronically Controlled Interlock

The apparatus and methods of the current invention utilize a container having an interlock that prevents filling the container, dispensing from the container, or both, as well as a detecting mechanism that senses a unique identifier associated with a particular product allowing its use in conjunction with the container.

WATER SERVER

A water server includes a raw water container which can be slid into and out of a loading space, while being placed on a slide table. The slide table has a container holder adapted to restrain the peripheral side wall of the raw water container. The minimum height and the shape of the container holder are determined such that when the peripheral side wall of the raw water container is collapsed, the raw water container is never pulled up by the container holder as a result of the peripheral side wall getting caught on the container holder, and such that when the raw water container becomes empty, the raw water container is received within the container holder. This prevents portions of the peripheral side wall from protruding into spaces behind front distal ends of side plates defining the loading space. 1. A water server comprising:a casing having a loading space at a lower portion of the casing;a slide table;an exchangeable raw water container which can be moved into and out of the loading space, while being placed on the slide table;a water storage tank mounted in the casing;a water supply line through which water in the raw water container is to be drawn up and supplied into the water storage tank; anda water discharge line through which water in the water storage tank is to be discharged,wherein the loading space is defined by right and left side plates having front distal end portions, respectively, which are bent toward each other,wherein the raw water container is made of a soft material and having a peripheral side wall which is collapsible under an atmospheric pressure when water in the raw water container decreases,wherein the slide table includes a container holder configured to restrain right and left sides of the peripheral side wall of the raw water container when the raw water container is placed on the slide table,wherein the container holder has a minimum height and a predetermined shape, and wherein the minimum height and the predetermined shape ...

LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM

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

THERMAL ACTIVATED COLD WATER DIVERSION VALVE

A device that directs cooled and otherwise wasted water to storage for reuse is disclosed. The valve incorporates a single flow stream through internal piping around a thermally sensitive coil which imparts rotation for automatic closing of a valve upon arrival of heated water to the valve. Once closed, the device resets itself for the next activation and use. The device is basically self contained and requires only single point installation. The unit provides for many households to experience substantial saving on daily energy and water expenses. The installation can be readily retrofitted to existing structures or incorporated in new construction whether any be homes, apartments, hotels, condominiums and businesses with water distribution requirements. Further, the present invention, requiring no external energy input, offers an alternative to expensive circulating hot water systems incorporating substantial initial cost and extended energy consumption. 1. A water recovery device for diverting and storing water from a hot water delivery line comprising:a manually activated knob to initiate within the device a flow of a stream of water from the hot water delivery line into an internal metal tube in the device then;into an internal split metal tube surrounding a thermal sensitive bimetallic coil which automatically activates upon the arrival of heated water from the hot water line;further, the stream of water flowing through an internal ball valve and out to a reservoir to receive and hold the diverted water for later use and;said ball valve rotating interactively from the action of the bimetallic coil thus closing the stream flow without having wasted any water along the process.2. The water recovery device according to which includes an inlet and an outlet to allow passage of the water through the device on toward a designated storage vessel.3. The water recovery device according to which further includes the use of a the bimetallic temperature coil with preset ...

DISPOSABLE STRAW DRINKING SYSTEM FOR USE WITH A BEVERAGE DISPENSER

A disposable straw drinking system for use with a beverage dispenser is disclosed. The straw drinking system includes a straw dispenser for storing and dispensing of new straws to be used with the straw drinking system. Once retrieved from the straw dispenser, the new straw can be inserted into an opening of a beverage dispensing unit. The beverage dispensing unit is connected through a flexible tube to a beverage reservoir of the beverage dispenser to provide for easy flow of the beverage from the beverage dispenser to the straw inserted into the beverage dispensing unit. The pressure of the beverage being dispensed through the straw can be controlled by a control unit of the beverage dispensing unit. For example, applying more pressure on the control unit can result in beverage being dispensed with more pressure. Once the straw has been used once for a user, it can be inserted into a used straw unit to be discarded. 1. A straw drinking system for use with a beverage dispenser comprising:a dispensing unit having a handle and a flexible tube;a support unit for holding the handle in place; anda used straw unit for discarding and storing used straws;wherein the dispensing unit is connected through an opening of the flexible tube to a beverage reservoir of the beverage dispenser to provide for a flow of a beverage from the beverage dispenser to the handle, the handle including an opening into which a straw can be inserted and through which the beverage can exit,wherein the used straw unit includes a conduit having an opening through which a used straw can be inserted for disposal.2. The straw drinking system of claim 1 , wherein the handle includes a control unit for controlling the pressure of the beverage being dispensed from the opening of the handle.3. The straw drinking system of claim 2 , wherein applying more pressure on the control unit results in the beverage being dispensed from the opening of the handle having a higher pressure.4. The straw drinking system ...

Beverage dispenser

Provided is an apparatus for filling containers with a positioning surface on which a container to be filled can be arranged, with a filling device which is suitable and intended for filling the container via its container opening. According to embodiments of the invention, the apparatus has a contour detection device which is suitable and intended for determining a contour of the container to be filled, as well as a determination device which, taking into account the contour of the container, detects an internal volume of the container.

MODULAR POINT OF CARE DISPENSER SYSTEM

Apparatuses for dispensing fluid product, such as soap, hand sanitizer, lotion, etc. are provided. A reservoir carrier is configured to be interchangeably attached to one or more mounting brackets of a mounting bracket system to facilitate attachment of the fluid dispensing system to various structures. For example, at times the reservoir carrier may be paired with a hanging bracket to facilitate hanging a fluid dispensing system, including the reservoir carrier, on a bed rail. At other times, the hanging bracket may be swapped with a clamping bracket to facilitate clamping the fluid dispensing system to a counter or IV pole. 1. A fluid dispensing system , comprising:a fluid reservoir for containing a fluid product, the reservoir having an open end;a pump fluidly connected with the open end of the fluid reservoir;a nozzle fluidly connected to the pump;a reservoir carrier having one or more retaining members for holding the fluid reservoir in a fixed position relative to the reservoir carrier; anda mounting bracket system having interchangeable attachments removably connected to the reservoir carrier for selectively attaching the fluid dispensing system to one of multiple disparate associated structures.2. The fluid dispensing system as defined in claim 1 , wherein said mounting bracket system comprises:a hanging bracket comprising a hooked surface for hanging the fluid dispensing system onto a first associated structure of the multiple disparate associated structures; anda clamping bracket comprising a clamp having a selectively adjustable clamping surface for clamping the fluid dispensing system onto a second associate structure of the multiple disparate associated structures.3. The fluid dispensing system as defined in claim 2 , wherein the reservoir carrier comprises a slot and the clamping bracket comprises a coupling lug configured to interlock with the slot.490. The fluid dispensing system as defined in claim 3 , wherein the coupling lug has a polygonal shaped ...

BAG-IN-BOX ADAPTER FOR WATER DISPENSER

A dispenser is provided to receive and hold a bag-in-box container on top of a conventional type water cooler and to control the flow of water from the bag-in-box container into a water reservoir of the water cooler to maintain a desired level of water in the water reservoir. Level control of water in the reservoir is provided by controlling the venting of the sealed reservoir to the atmosphere and/or by controlling the flow of water into the reservoir from the water supply line. Venting control can be through use of a hydrophobic membrane or through use of float valves in the vent, and control of flow of liquid into the reservoir from the water supply line can be by a special float valve that allows high flow capacity at low pressures or through discharge of water from the reservoir. The reservoir can be formed as a flow through passage through a mass of temperature adjusting material. 1. A dispenser for controllably dispensing a liquid by gravity from a bag-in-box liquid container having a collapsible bag containing the liquid within the box and a bag dispensing fitting extending from the bag for dispensing liquid from the bag , comprising:a dispenser body;a bag-in-box holder associated with the dispenser body for removably holding a bag-in-box liquid container;a liquid receiving reservoir positioned in the body below the bag-in-box holder;a user operated reservoir outlet connected to the reservoir to dispense liquid from the reservoir when desired by a user; anda supply line extending from the liquid receiving reservoir and having an end adapted for removable attachment to the bag dispensing fitting when a bag-in-box liquid container is positioned in the holder.2. A dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid receiving reservoir controls the temperature of liquid received within the reservoir.3. A dispenser according to claim 2 , additionally including a cooling element for cooling liquid in the liquid receiving reservoir.4. A dispenser according to claim ...

Container Closure For Vented Pouring Through A Curved Aperture

A closure ( 20, 20 A) is provided for a container that has an opening to the container interior wherein contents may be stored. The closure ( 20, 20 A) includes the following: (A) a closure body ( 30, 30 A) defining (i) at least one pour aperture ( 50 ) that can communicate with the container opening and that can accommodate pouring out of the contents through the pour aperture ( 50 ), and (ii) at least one vent aperture ( 60 ) that can. communicate with the container opening and that can accommodate the in-venting of ambient atmosphere through the vent aperture into the container; and (B) a lid ( 32, 32 A) for closing the closure ( 20, 20 A). The pour aperture ( 50 ) has a curved configuration extending laterally on each side of a central axis line (A) that bisects the closure body ( 30 ), and the vent aperture ( 60 ) is further defined by a downwardly extending vent tube.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING CONSUMABLE LIQUIDS

A networked system for providing and maintaining a set of liquid dispenser stations is described. The fluid dispensers communicate with a managing/supervisory cloud server via an interposed base station. The fluid dispensers communicate locally with the base station via wireless communication network links. The base station operates as an accumulator of status/usage information provided by the dispenser stations and bridge for passing information and control commands between the cloud server and the individual dispenser stations. The dispenser stations are configured with control processors (controllers) to facilitate performing a variety of local control operations associated with dispensing liquids that have been cooled (or heated) prior to dispensing by the dispenser stations. Additionally, the dispenser stations cooperatively operate with the cloud server (via the base station) to support a variety of real time control and maintenance operations relating to the dispenser stations operating at potentially thousands of distinct geographic locations. 1. A networked system for tracking consumer usage of a liquid dispenser infrastructure , the system comprising:a networked administrative server including a database component and an application component; a filler including a filler outlet for delivering a liquid;', 'a sensor assembly configured to identify a code designated for a respective consumer;', 'a network communications interface; and', 'a controller configured with a processor and a computer readable medium including computer executable instructions to collect usage information for the consumer associated with the code,, 'a plurality of liquid dispenser stations, wherein each of the plurality of liquid dispenser stations compriseswherein the plurality of liquid dispenser stations are configured to communicate with the networked administrative server to track the usage information of the consumer associated with the code, andwherein the networked ...

Wireless control system for dispensing beverages from a bottle

A pour spout, for attaching to a bottle, has a first wireless transceiver and a valve for selectively controlling flow of a beverage from the bottle. A server interface, adapted to be carried by a person who serves beverages, has a second wireless transceiver. A control unit is provided to wirelessly communicate with the second transceiver. In one mode, the pour spout transmits a spout identifier to the server interface, which responds by transmitting the spout identifier and a server identifier to the control unit. The control unit responds with a reply transmission causing the server interface to command the pour spout to open the valve. In another mode, a person selects a cocktail, that results in the control unit sending designations of a plurality of liquor ingredients to the server interface. The server interface controls dispensing each of the plurality of liquor ingredients.

Faucet assembly for a beverage server having a displaceable cup trip lever dispensing lever assembly

The apparatuses and methods disclosed herein, along with contemplated variants thereof, provide several advantages over known systems for actuating the faucet of a beverage server. In conventional designs, a faucet of a beverage server is provided in the lower portion of a reservoir, such that a beverage from the reservoir is distributed to the spigot through a gravity-driven process. In operation, many of these servers are utilized as service industry coffee servers for restaurants and banquet halls. Employees who are handling the brewing equipment will often place servers used with the brewing equipment directly in a sink for cleaning or filling, such that the base of that sink acts as a horizontal surface. Absent the ability of the lever assembly to fold into an up position, this operation would result in putting unnecessary force on the lever assembly. Accordingly, a multi-position, hands-free actuation system is disclosed herein.

Systems and methods for distributing and dispensing chocolate

Systems and methods for preparing and dispensing food context typically molten chocolate. In one aspect, a method for treating chocolate includes placing a quantity of chocolate in a pressure-controllable environment; heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit; decreasing the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment to about 5 Torr; and holding the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment at about 5 Torr for a predetermined period of time. Additional steps may include decreasing the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment to about 5 Torr at an average rate of about 8 Torr per minute; heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit may occur at a rate of about 2 degrees Fahrenheit per minute; and/or heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit may occur at a rate of no more than 1 degree Fahrenheit per minute.

LIQUID DISPENSER WITH OZONATING, RECIRCULATING AND IMPROVED TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Liquid dispensing systems which sanitize the liquid and liquid-contacting parts of a liquid dispensing system using ozonation, by periodically flushing the system with ozonated gas or liquid. Also disclosed and claimed are an apparatus and method for controlling temperature variations between the liquid in holding (e.g., cold and/or hot) tanks and the liquid as it is dispensed, which may be used with an Insta-Boil feature. 1. A liquid dispensing device capable of being used to perform the following steps:dispensing a liquid through a dispensing mechanism that is in fluid communication with a first liquid communication means; andperiodically, automatically flushing liquid collecting in the first liquid communication means from the first liquid communication means during a time when no dispensing of the liquid has occurred, to facilitate the prevention of pathogen contamination within the liquid contained in the first liquid communication means during non-dispensing time periods.2. The liquid dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein the dispensing device comprises either a pump-fed or gravity-fed liquid dispensing system.3. The liquid dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein the device includes at least one cold tank containing a chilled liquid claim 1 , and the first liquid communication means allows the liquid to flow along a first path between the at least one cold tank and the dispensing mechanism.4. The liquid dispensing device of claim 3 , wherein the device also includes at least one hot tank contained a heated liquid claim 3 , and a second liquid communication means allows the liquid to flow along a second path between the at least one hot tank and the dispensing mechanism claim 3 , and wherein the periodic flushing step may include the step of flushing liquid collecting in the second liquid communication means from the second liquid communication means during a time when no dispensing of the liquid has occurred claim 3 , to facilitate the prevention of pathogen ...

WATER DISPENSER

A Sabbath compliant water dispenser, which comprises a hot water chamber, a heating element that is positioned in the hot water chamber for heating a body of water which is retained within the hot water chamber and a tap, through which hot water is dispensable. The water dispenser is controlled by a controller which is operable in a Sabbath mode to command the heating element to maintain the body of water at an essentially constant temperature which is near to scalding temperature and to command introduction of unheated water into the hot water chamber, when a low water level condition is detected. This way, overheating of the heating element is prevented, while also preventing the introduced, water from being dispensed. 1. A Sabbath compliant water dispenser , comprising:a) a hot water chamber;b) at least one heating element positioned in said hot water chamber for heating a body of water retained within said hot water chamber;c) a tap through which hot water is dispensable; andd) a controller which is operable in a Sabbath mode to command said at least one heating element to maintain said body of water at an essentially constant temperature which is at least a near to scalding temperature and to command introduction of unheated water into said hot water chamber, when a low water level condition is detected, to prevent overheating of said at least one heating element, while preventing said introduced water from being dispensed.2. The Sabbath compliant water dispenser according to claim 1 , from which hot and cold water are instantly dispensable on demand during both a working day mode and a Sabbath mode when the low water level condition is not detected4. The Sabbath compliant water dispenser according to claim 3 , wherein the controller is operable to command opening of the control valve during the working day mode for a first predetermined opening time when the water level in the hot water chamber falls below the predetermined high level and during the Sabbath ...

Liner for a vessel

A beverage containment assembly may include a disposable liner assembly for dispensing fluids with a vessel. The liner assembly may comprise a flexible liner configured for the vessel, a flexible tube; and a cuff having an interlock surface. The cuff may be received in at least a portion of the tube thereby securing the liner and the tube. The interlock surface may be configured to provide a seal between at least the cuff and the liner. A method of manufacturing same is further provided.

Dispenser and cock

A dispenser for discharging beverage can comprise a cock configured to control discharge of the beverage; a lever connected to a rotary shaft of the cock; a rotary valve connected to the rotary shaft and defining a rotary interspace configured to rotate together with the rotary shaft; and a fixed valve fixed to a cock body of the cock and defining a fixed hole configured to not move even when the rotary shaft is rotated; wherein the dispenser is configured to discharge the beverage when the lever is rotated to overlap a position of the rotary interspace and the fixed hole; and wherein the cock is configured to fix the fixed valve at one of a first position and a second position, the second position being different from the first position.

WATER BOTTLE LIFTING AND ROTATING DEVICE

A water bottle lifting and rotating device includes a base supporting a pair of rolling wheels and forwardly extending supports. The base further supports a vertically extending mast upon which a bottle clasp is lifted and lowered by a cable arrangement. A drive motor also supported on the base is operative in combination with the pulley and cable arrangement to raise and lower the bottle clasp and thereby raise and lower a captive water bottle. The bottle clasp supporting a water bottle is automatically rotated to an inverted position by a gear and gear rack arrangement operative between the mast and the bottle clasp. 1. A water bottle lifting and rotating device comprising;a base having a pair of rotatable wheels and a pair of extending base supports;a mast having a lower end secured to said base, an upper end and a hallow interior passage, said mast extending vertically from said base;a gear drive supported upon said base having a drive pulley supported within said interior passage;a motor coupled to said gear drive operative to cause rotation of said drive pulley;an upper pulley rotatably supported at said upper end of said mast;a cable having a portion joined to and wound upon said drive pulley, a portion extending upwardly through said interior passage, a portion passing over said upper pulley, a descending portion and a cable end;a shuttle moveable within said interior passage and having a rotatable shafts;a gear supported upon said shafts;a bottle clasp having a clasp support joined to said shaft, a pair of clasp jaws pivotally joined to said clasp support and an over-center clasp latch; anda gear rack segment positioned upon said mast in alignment with said gear,said cable end being attached to said shuttle such that said shuttle and said bottle clasp are raised and lowered as said motor is activated.2. A water bottle lifting and rotating device comprising;a base having a pair of parallel support struts, a cross member joined to said support struts, a pair ...

WARM PRODUCT DISPENSING

A system is provided using targeted narrowband radiation emitting devices or arrays of devices that offers a solution to the difficulties surrounding heated product dispensing. Rather than maintaining an entire reservoir of product at a raised temperature, much smaller volumes (single portions or small multiples thereof) can be held ready and at temperature to be dispensed without wasting additional energy on keeping a large volume of product warm. This is achieved by leveraging the unique, targeted nature of these devices to quickly and accurately heat a small amount of product separated out from the main reservoir and held ready for dispensing. 1. A warm product dispensing system using narrowband irradiation as a primary heating source , the system comprising:a primary storage and supply reservoir for a dispensant;a secondary dispensing reservoir for the dispensant connected to the primary reservoir, the secondary reservoir having a smaller volume than the primary reservoir;narrowband irradiation devices or arrays of devices directed at the secondary reservoir and configured to emit irradiation at a narrow wavelength band that matches a desired absorption characteristic of the dispensant, wherein the secondary reservoir is formed of a material that is optically transmissive at the narrow wavelength band emitted toward the dispensant; and,a controller configured to control the system to heat the dispensant in the secondary reservoir.2. The system as set forth in wherein only the dispensant in the secondary reservoir is heated by emitted narrowband irradiation of the narrowband irradiation devices or arrays.3. The system as set forth in wherein the secondary reservoir includes an inlet and an outlet claim 1 , wherein the inlet is larger than the outlet to allow flow of dispensant into the secondary reservoir from the primary reservoir.4. The system as set forth in further comprising a cooling system configured to provide cooling function to the narrowband ...

ENERGY SAVING HOT TANK FOR WATER COOLER

An energy efficient water cooler assembly and/or liquid dispensing apparatus and method for using same, including an energy-saving baffle, which may take the form of a conventional or bottom load water cooler, and which may be either gravity-driven or pump-fed. 1. A liquid dispensing apparatus , comprising:cold and hot tanks in liquid communication with each other and with a dispensing faucet;a baffle housed within the cold tank, the baffle separating two or more regions of liquid in the cold tank having differing temperatures;a baffle tube allowing liquid within the cold tank adjacent the baffle to move between the cold and hot tanks, the baffle tube housing a floating restrictor with a specific density less than the specific density of the liquid, wherein the restrictor normally floats upward within the baffle tube to partially seal against an upper retaining member within the baffle tube and thereby restrict liquid circulation between the hot and cold tanks; anda non-metal compartment co/meeting the hot tube and an intake portion of the hot tank, wherein the non-metal compartment forms a thermal barrier between. liquid within the baffle tube, the cold tank, and the intake portion of the hot tank.2. The liquid dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a silicone gasket located to act as a thermal barrier between the intake portion of the hot tank and the cold tank.3. The liquid dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hot tank is located below the cold tank claim 1 , and following liquid discharge from the hot tank claim 1 , the restrictor is pushed downwardly within the baffle tube claim 1 , to a lowermost position below a bottom edge of the cold tank claim 1 , by liquid flowing from the cold tank to replenish the hot tank.4. The liquid dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the floating restrictor comprises a hollow ball.5. The liquid dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising spiral-shaped tubing in liquid communication between the ...

DISPENSING SYSTEM INCLUDING A DISPENSING TAP AND AN INTEGRATED MEASURING CAP/CUP AND HOLDER

A dispensing system includes a liquid dispensing tap, an associated measuring cap/cup and a cap adapter or holder which is removably received onto the tap and which in turn removably receives the cap/cup. The dispensing tap, adapter/holder and cap/cup are configured such that the holder and cap/cup are assembled with the tap prior to installation onto a container, and stay assembled with the tap during installation onto the container at the filling line, and which can later be removed for use and then selectively reattached to the tap or container after use by the consumer. 1. A dispensing system comprising: a body,', 'a dispensing head,', 'a throat connecting the body to the dispensing head and providing a flow path from the body to the dispensing head;, 'a dispensing tap including'}a cup-shaped cap having a bottom wall, side walls and an open top; andan adapter removably received on the tap, said cap removably received on the adapter,the tap and the adapter including interfitting structures which removably secure the adapter to the tap and allow the adapter and tap to rotate together,the adapter and the measuring cup including interfitting structures which removably secure the cap to the adapter and allow the cap and adapter to rotate together.2. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the tap body includes a skirt claim 1 , and the skirt and the adapter include said interfitting formations to secure the adapter to the skirt of the tap body.3. The dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the skirt and the adapter include rotatable bayonet structures to secure the adapter to the skirt of the tap body.4. The dispensing system of wherein the skirt and the adapter include interfitting rib structures which allow the adapter and the tap to rotate together.5. The dispensing system of wherein the skirt and the adapter include interfitting rib structures which allow the adapter and the tap to rotate together.6. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein an outer ...

GRAVITY FED VISCOUS LIQUID AND FOOD PRODUCT DISPENSING SYSTEM

A liquid and semi-liquid product dispenser that improves gravity dispensing of product by using a product bottle that slopes downwards towards the feed valve when the bottle is placed for dispensing. This includes a long-sloped portion that extends downwards from the rear of the bottle to the front of the bottle, and a curved and sloped portion proximate to the valve. These slopes feed product to the valve under the force of gravity when the valve is opened. Installation of product bottles is aided by an interior design of the dispenser case that mirrors the bottles contours and ensures that the bottle is positioned for use when placed. 1. A dispensing system comprising:(a) a bottle comprising a spout positioned at the lowest point of the bottle, a body positioned above the spout along a vertical axis and adapted to contain a food product, and an angled surface extending from the rear of the bottle downwards to the spout, wherein the angled surface is a majority of the area of a bottom of the bottle; (i) the positioning shelf comprises an aperture having a shape complementary to a shape of the spout such that the aperture guides the bottle into a dispensing position when the spout is placed in the positioning shelf, and', '(ii) the inclined shelf is adapted to support the angled surface and hold the bottle upright along the vertical axis when the bottle is in the dispensing position; and, '(b) a case comprising an interior containing an inclined shelf and a positioning shelf, wherein(c) a valve coupled to the spout and operable to form a dispensing aperture along the horizontal axis through which the food product can flow from the valve along the vertical axis, wherein the dispensing aperture is proximate to and directly below an aperture of the spout.2. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein a slope of the inclined shelf is complementary to a slope of the angled surface of the bottle such that the angled surface rests evenly against the inclined shelf when the ...

SELECT FILL SENSOR SYSTEM FOR REFRIGERATOR DISPENSERS

A refrigerator includes a dispenser having a dispenser well, a control for regulating a product dispensing operation, and an optical sensing system includes a camera within the dispenser well in communication with a controller for controlling the filling of a container within the dispenser well based on image data. The image data can used to detect at least one of a presence of a container in the dispenser well, a height of liquid within the container, a height of ice within the container and a shape of the container within the dispenser well, as well as to adjust a dispensing rate of product. 1. A refrigerator comprising: a controller for regulating the dispensing operation of the dispenser assembly; and', 'a camera adapted to send image data to the controller, wherein the controller regulates the dispensing operation based on the image data., 'a dispenser assembly for selectively releasing at least one of a liquid and ice into a container during a dispensing operation, said dispenser assembly including2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising: a dispenser well claim 1 , wherein the camera is exposed to the dispenser well.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , further comprising:at least one refrigerated compartment; anda door mounted for selectively providing access to the at least one refrigerated compartment, said dispenser well being provided, at least partially, in the door.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one refrigerated compartment constitutes a freezer compartment.5. The refrigerator according to claim 4 , wherein the door constitutes a freezer door.6. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the camera is located within the dispenser well.7. The refrigerator according to claim 6 , wherein the camera is positioned for imaging at least one of a presence of a container in the dispenser well claim 6 , a height of liquid within the container claim 6 , a height of ice within the container and a shape ...

Double Stage Bottled Soda Dispenser

The present invention relates to a method and a device to dispense carbonated beverage from bottled soda while preventing the carbonation from escaping the soda bottle.

Movable fluid dispenser system for refrigerator

The system is a movable, portable fluid dispenser that attaches to an appliance like a refrigerator. The system is comprised of a non-refrigerated fluid source located in a non-refrigerated area; a fluid container with fluid located within a refrigerated area; fluid passage device and; a base and bracket that house dispenser valves located in the non-refrigerated area. The fluid dispenser base and bracket has movable attach device allows it to be attached on the refrigerator door. The dispenser valve housing can be moved to any position on the refrigerator door. 1. A device comprising: a fluid dispenser having , a fluid transportation means connected at one end to a non-refrigerated fluid source located in a non-refrigerated area , providing liquid to through a fluid passage device to a fluid container located within a refrigerated area with the fluid passage device transporting the fluids from the fluid container to a plurality of dispenser valves.2. A device according to further comprising having a fluid dispenser bracket that is a housing for the dispenser valves located in a non-refrigerated area with the dispenser valves being contained in the fluid dispenser bracket.3. A device according to further comprising wherein the fluid dispenser bracket has movable attachment means.4. A device according to further comprising having no power source.5. A device according to further comprising having no pump.6. A device according to further comprising having a volume control valve controlling the volume of liquid coming from the fluid source.7. A device according to further comprising having said fluid passage device having a rectangular shaped supply duct and a rectangular shaped return duct.8. A device according to further comprising having the rectangular shaped supply duct and the rectangular shaped return duct through a refrigerator seal.9. A device according to further comprising having the fluid transportation means have a pivot connector.10. A device according to ...

Beverage container which promotes shelf-life

A closure system suitable for sealing a growler and dispensing beer under the influence of gravity and atmospheric pressure through a conventional tap faucet. A growler sealed with the closure system is held in an inverted position by a support system. The closure system is lower than the body of the growler and is connected to a conventional tap faucet. The closure system includes a cap with a manually operated valve. The valve rotates from a closed position to an open one, which opens two channels in the cap: one to conduct beer from the growler to the tap and the other to conduct ambient air into a collapsed bladder—which is an integral part of the cap—when the tap is opened to dispense beer. The collapsible bladder expands into the growler when the beer is dispensed to take up the volume vacated by the beer. The closure system and the support can be included in a kit, alternatively each component can be packaged as a stand-alone item.

Systems for Storing Beverages

Systems for storing beverages are disclosed, which include a container for storing, transporting and dispensing a beverage, e.g. beer. In some implementations the container includes a pressure-tight lid closure system including wire bails. 1. A beverage storage and dispensing system , the dispensing system comprising:a container body comprising a double-walled, vacuum sealed metal vessel having a rim which has a non-planar surface formed by a bend in the metal, the bend defining the double-walled structure,a lid having a dispensing port, a pressure relief valve, and a gas inlet valve;an annular elastomeric seal interposed between a bottom surface of the lid and the rim and configured to seal against the non-planar surface of the rim;a tubular conduit configured to be sealingly retained in the dispensing port and extend above and below the lid; anda dispensing device at a distal end of the conduit.2. The system of wherein the pressure relief valve comprises an umbrella valve.3. The system of wherein the gas inlet valve comprises an elastomeric duckbill valve and a removable pressure inlet fitting configured to receive a gas delivery device.4. The system of wherein the fitting comprises a portion configured to actuate a pressure delivery device.5. (canceled)6. The system of wherein the container body has a volume of less than 3 liters.7. The system of further comprising a wire bail closure system.8. The system of wherein the closure system comprises a pair of wire bails configured to toggle to a closed position in which the bails apply a downward force to the lid.9. The system of wherein claim 8 , in the closed position claim 8 , the wire bails latch over-center.10. The system of wherein the lid and at least one of the wire bails include cooperating features configured to retain the lid on the bail when the bail is in an open position.11. The system of wherein the cooperating features include a channel in an upper surface of the lid having an undercut region ...

WATER COOLER ADAPTER

The invention provides adapters, coolers comprising an adapter, and methods for using an adapter. In one aspect, the invention provides an adapter configured for coupling a bottle to a beverage container. The beverage container is optionally a high-capacity container, a wide-mouth container, or both (e.g. a common 5 gallon container). Optionally, the bottle is a 5 gallon water bottle. 1. An adapter comprising:a lid configured to cover a container having a mouth diameter of at least about 8 inches (‘wide mouth container’), wherein the lid comprises an external side and a luminal side configured to face the lumen of a container;a collar located on the external side of the lid, wherein the collar is configured to receive the neck of a water bottle; anda flow tube configured to transmit liquid from the lumen of an inserted bottle to the to the luminal side of the lid.2. The adapter of claim 1 , wherein the lid further comprises a lip.3. The adapter of claim 1 , further comprising a breather configured to transmit air to the lumen of an inserted bottle.4. The adapter of claim 3 , wherein the breather is configured to transmit air to the lumen of an inserted bottle from either the luminal side of the lid claim 3 , the external side of the lid claim 3 , or both.5. The adapter of claim 4 , wherein the breather comprises an air tube positioned about the flow tube.6. The adapter of claim 5 , further comprising a common housing comprising the flow tube and the air tube claim 5 , wherein the common housing is configured as a tube connecting the luminal side and external side claim 5 , and extends out on the external side of the lid through the collar.7. The adapter of claim 5 , wherein the breather comprises a second air tube configured to transmit air from the external side at a location outside the collar to the luminal side of the lid.8. The adapter of claim 1 , wherein the lid is substantially circular in cross-section.9. The adapter of claim 8 , wherein the lid has a ...

APPARATUS FOR DRAWING BEVERAGES

An Apparatus for drawing beverages, such as beer, includes a casing in which there is housed a compression refrigeration unit and has a receptacle located superiorly and adapted to contain the barrel of the beverage. The receptacle is refrigerated by the refrigeration unit. The casing is provided with a compartment, located frontally and also refrigerated by a refrigeration unit, configured to contain drinking glasses accessible through an openable front door of the casing. 1. An Apparatus for drawing beverages , contained in barrels having a limited capacity , comprising:a casing housing a compression refrigeration unit and having a receptacle arranged superiorly and designed to contain therein a beverage barrel,said receptacle being refrigerated by the refrigeration unit,the casing comprising a compartment located frontally in a position underlying said receptacle, andsaid compartment being refrigerated by said refrigeration unit and being configured to contain drinking glasses accessible through an openable front door of the casing.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said receptacle is defined by a hollow cylindrical metal body cooled by a coil evaporator of the refrigeration unit.3. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said compartment is cooled by a zigzag evaporator of the refrigeration unit.4. Apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein said compartment is cooled by a zigzag evaporator of the refrigeration unit.5. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the beverage barrel holds beer. The present invention generally refers to the dispensing of beverages contained in pressurised barrels, particularly beer.Typically the dispensing of beverages thus made occurs by means of refrigerated drawing apparatus adapted to operate with barrels having capacity in the order of 30 litres and above: besides being relatively complex, such apparatus have considerable overall dimensions and they are not suitable for any other use apart from professional purposes. ...

Pedestal

A pedestal includes a seating surface portion on which water dispenser is to be placed; legs defining, under the seating surface portion, a robot receiving space which a self-propelled cleaning robot for cleaning a floor surface can enter and exist, and in which the cleaning robot can be received; and a charging station provided in the robot receiving space for charging the self-propelled cleaning robot. The pedestal allows the owner of an existing water dispenser to easily find a place for both this water dispenser and a self-propelled cleaning robot.

WATER BOTTLE WITH SELF-CLOSING VALVE

A liquid-dispensing container comprises a housing and a valve member. The housing is adapted to hold a liquid and includes an opening defined by a wall having an inner edge and an outer edge. The valve member has a ledge engaging the outer edge and a cleat engaging the inner edge. The valve member can further include an integral gasket positioned between the ledge and the cleat and deformed in engagement with the wall. The cleat preferably includes a beveled surface. The valve member can be inserted from the outside of the housing and without the need for additional retention members. Specifically, the valve member is secured to the housing by contacting the cleat with the outer edge of the wall, moving the valve member toward the housing such that the cleat passes through the opening, and engaging the cleat with the inner edge of the wall. 1. A liquid-dispensing container comprising:a housing adapted to hold a liquid in an interior volume, the housing including an opening defined by a wall having an inner edge and an outer edge; anda valve member having a ledge engaging the outer edge of the wall and a cleat spaced from the ledge and engaging the inner edge of the wall.2. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the housing includes a bottle and a separable cap.3. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the opening is formed in the cap.4. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the cap is threaded to the bottle.5. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the valve member further includes an integral gasket positioned between the ledge and the cleat claim 1 , the gasket being deformed in engagement with the wall.6. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cleat comprises a plurality of cleats circumferentially spaced from each other.7. A liquid-dispensing container as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cleat includes a beveled surface that facilitates ...

MODULAR COOLING SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSER AND RELATED METHODS

A cold beverage dispensing system includes a beverage dispenser having an ice maker and at least one nozzle for dispensing a beverage formed by multiple components including water. A method of operating the system involves: mounting at least one condensing unit on a frame; interconnecting the condensing unit with a heat exchanger such that coolant exiting the at least one condensing unit follows a flow path through the heat exchanger and back to the at least one condensing unit; connecting a water supply of the beverage dispenser to feed into the heat exchanger for being cooled; and connecting a cooled water outlet of the heat exchanger to a water supply input of the beverage dispenser such that cooled water from the cooled water outlet is used by the beverage dispenser as a component of the beverage dispensed by the nozzle. 1. A method of operating a cold beverage dispensing system that includes a beverage dispenser having an ice maker and at least one nozzle for dispensing a beverage formed by multiple components including water , the method comprising:identifying a dispensing load of the beverage dispenser;based upon the identified dispensing load, selecting a number of condensing units to be used for chilling incoming water to the beverage dispenser, wherein the number corresponds to the dispensing load;mounting the condensing units on a common frame;interconnecting each of the condensing units with a heat exchanger such that (i) coolant exiting the condensing units in parallel is combined and follows a common flow path through the heat exchanger and (ii) coolant exiting the heat exchanger is as single flow is split into parallel paths to feed the condensing units;connecting a potable water supply for the beverage dispenser to feed from the heat exchanger having been cooled by the heat exchanger;connecting a cooled water outlet of the heat exchanger to a water supply input of the beverage dispenser such that cooled water from the cooled water outlet is used by ...

Flavored pouring dispenser

A bottle pouring dispenser featuring a dispenser housing having a lower end configured to be removably attached to and cover an open end of a bottle. The bottle pouring dispenser includes a valve providing one-way hydraulic communication from the bottle to a chamber defined within the dispenser housing. The dispenser housing has upper and lower chamber portions. A flavorant is disposed within the upper chamber portion in solid form and it is dissolvable in liquid so as to add flavoring to liquid flowing through the chamber. The flavorant is held spaced above a floor of the chamber, such that a lower portion of the chamber defines a drain volume beneath the flavorant for receiving liquid draining from about the flavorant. The bottle pouring dispenser further includes a pour spout extending from an upper end of the dispenser housing, for dispensing the flavored liquid from the chamber.

Manual Dispensing Valve

A pinch valve includes a valve block. A valve insert defines a tube chamber and is disposed within an open interior of the valve block. A valve gate includes a body. The valve gate body is movably engaged with the valve insert. The valve gate is at least partially disposed within the open interior of the valve block. A lever is pivotably connected to the valve insert. The lever includes a tube projection that is pivotably movable within the tube chamber.

Beverage Dispenser Container and Carton

An example system for installing a beverage ingredient into a beverage dispenser includes: a container for insertion of a carton containing a beverage ingredient into a beverage dispenser, the container including a base surface, and a front surface, a back surface, and two side surfaces extending from the base surface and defining a cavity sized to receive the carton; wherein the two side surfaces extend from the front surface at an angle and form a horizontal landing portion that extends to the back surface; and a carton positioned within the container and containing the beverage ingredient, the carton comprising a fitment extending from a carton surface, the fitment sized to allow fluid communication between the carton and the beverage dispenser, and the carton defining a tear away portion defining an angled surface extending from a front surface of the carton to a side surface of the carton. 1. A container for insertion of a carton containing a beverage ingredient into a beverage dispenser , the container comprising:a base surface; anda front surface, a back surface, and two side surfaces extending from the base surface and defining a cavity sized to receive the carton;wherein the two side surfaces extend from the front surface at an angle and form a horizontal landing portion that extends to the back surface.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the landing portion is a flat planar surface.3. The container of claim 2 , wherein the landing portion is positioned to engage an interior structure of the beverage dispenser arranged and configured to provide downward force upon the container.4. The container of claim 3 , wherein the interior structure secures the container to minimize movement of the container relative to the beverage dispenser.5. The container of claim 1 , wherein the base surface defines an alignment groove extending at least partially from the front surface to the back surface.6. The container of claim 1 , wherein the front surface defines a landing ...

Beverage Container

A beverage container that resembles the well-known gasoline can shape includes a spout, an integrally formed top handle, and a rear handle assembly that includes an interior handle space dimensioned to store 3-6 shot glasses in a vertically nested stack. An access door in a side wall enables use of replaceable sealed cartridge that contains the liquid being transported and served, the spout including a punch to tap the cartridge. A condiments tray is slidably disposed in a drawer space below the cartridge for separately storing mixological condiments, and includes a push button activated latch that keeps the tray closed and secure in the drawer space. 1. A container assembly for transporting and serving a liquid beverage , including:a housing assembly including a base panel and opposed sidewalls extending upwardly therefrom, and opposed front and rear end assemblies spanning vertical edges of said sidewalls to form a generally rectangular enclosure;a top handle assembly joined to upper extents of said sidewalls and front and rear end assemblies;a rear handle assembly joined to rear vertical edges of said sidewalls;a spout assembly joined to an upper portion of said front assembly;said housing assembly having the shape and proportions of a standard petroleum fuel container.2. The container assembly of claim 1 , wherein said housing assembly includes an upper interior space claim 1 , and further including a sealed cartridge containing a beverage liquid claim 1 , said cartridge having an outer configuration that is complementary to the interior configuration of said upper interior space.3. The container assembly of claim 2 , wherein said cartridge further includes an access port disposed in proximity to an interior end of said spout assembly.4. The container assembly of claim 3 , wherein said access port includes a frangible seal claim 3 , and said interior end of said spout assembly includes a projecting end for piercing said frangible seal to establish a flow path ...

REMOVABLE TEMPERATURE SENSITIVE CORE

A beverage storage container is described. The beverage storage container includes a removable core containing a viscous temperature sensitive fluid and a containing vessel base configured to hold the temperature sensitive core. The beverage storage container also includes a containing vessel body configured to be in thermal connection with the removable core; and a thermoplastic insulator configured to prevent rapid transfer of temperature between the removable core and the containing vessel body. 1. A beverage storage container comprising:a removable core containing a viscous temperature sensitive fluid;a containing vessel base configured to hold the temperature sensitive core;a containing vessel body configured to be in thermal connection with the removable core; anda thermoplastic insulator configured to prevent rapid transfer of temperature between the removable core and the containing vessel base.2. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the temperature sensitive fluid is a viscous temperature sensitive fluid.3. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the temperature sensitive fluid is one of: oil and gel.4. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the removable core is capable of being independently heated or cooled.5. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the containing vessel base includes an anti-skidding ring.6. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the containing vessel base is weighted.7. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the containing vessel base includes a drip collection surface.8. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the containing vessel body includes a spout.9. The beverage storage container of claim 8 , wherein the spout is made of polycarbonate electroplate.10. The beverage storage container of claim 1 , wherein the containing vessel body includes an infuser.11. The beverage storage container of claim 10 , wherein the infuser is made of one of: ...

LIQUID DISPENSER WITH OZONATING, RECIRCULATING AND IMPROVED TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Liquid dispensing systems which sanitize the liquid and liquid-contacting parts of a liquid dispensing system using ozonation, by periodically flushing the system with ozonated gas or liquid. Also disclosed and claimed are an apparatus and method for controlling temperature variations between the liquid in holding (e.g., cold and/or hot) tanks and the liquid as it is dispensed, which may be used with an Insta-Boil feature. 1. A liquid dispensing device capable of being used to perform the following steps:dispensing a liquid through a dispensing mechanism that is in fluid communication with a first liquid communication means; andperiodically, automatically flushing liquid collecting in the first liquid communication means from the first liquid communication means during a time when no dispensing of the liquid has occurred, to facilitate the prevention of pathogen contamination within the liquid contained in the first liquid communication means during non-dispensing time periods.2. The liquid dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein the dispensing device comprises either a pump-fed or gravity-fed liquid dispensing system.3. The liquid dispensing device of claim 1 , wherein the device includes at least one cold tank containing a chilled liquid claim 1 , and the first liquid communication means allows the liquid to flow along a first path between the at least one cold tank and the dispensing mechanism.4. The liquid dispensing device of claim 3 , wherein the device also includes at least one hot tank contained a heated liquid claim 3 , and a second liquid communication means allows the liquid to flow along a second path between the at least one hot tank and the dispensing mechanism claim 3 , and wherein the periodic flushing step may include the step of flushing liquid collecting in the second liquid communication means from the second liquid communication means during a time when no dispensing of the liquid has occurred claim 3 , to facilitate the prevention of pathogen ...

APPARATUS FOR STORING AND DISPENSING WINE

Implementations described and claimed herein provide for an apparatus for storing and dispensing a fluid from a flexible portable fluid container. The apparatus includes a bottom surface and at least one sidewall that defining a cavity configured to receive a flexible portable fluid container. A support member extends from the bottom surface of the body into the cavity to help support the flexible portable fluid container. An extruding member extends outwardly from the outside portion of the sidewall and defines a channel that extends from the inside portion of the sidewall through the extruding member. The channel is sized to receive the spout of the flexible portable fluid container 1. An apparatus for storing and dispensing a fluid , the apparatus comprising:a body including a bottom surface and at least one sidewall with an inside portion and an outside portion, the bottom surface and the inside portion of the sidewall defining a cavity configured to receive a flexible portable fluid container including a spout for dispensing a fluid from within the flexible portable fluid container;a support member extending from the bottom surface of the body into the cavity, the support member for positioning the flexible portable fluid container above the bottom surface; andan extruding member extending from the outside portion of the sidewall and defining a channel that extends from the inside portion of the sidewall through the extruding member, the channel sized to receive the spout of the flexible portable fluid container.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body includes a drawer positioned in contact with the bottom surface claim 1 , the drawer configured to receive a temperature regulator claim 1 , wherein the temperature regulator is in thermal communication with the portable fluid container when the drawer is closed.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the temperature regulator comprises a coolant.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the temperature regulator ...

BEVERAGE DISPENSING SYSTEM

A liquid dispensing system is disclosed. The liquid system includes a housing, a vessel fluidly connected to the housing and containing a liquid, a preservation subsystem positioned within the housing and in fluid communication with the vessel and a liquid outlet operably connected to the housing and in fluid communication with the vessel. In operation, the preservation subsystem reduces oxidization of the fluid within the vessel, while allowing the fluid to be dispensed through the liquid outlet. 1. A liquid dispensing system comprising:a housing;a vessel fluidly connected to the housing and containing a liquid;a preservation subsystem positioned within the housing and in fluid communication with the vessel, wherein the preservation subsystem reduces oxidation of the liquid within the vessel; anda liquid outlet operably connected to the housing and in fluid communication with the vessel.2. The liquid dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the preservation subsystem comprises an oxygen impermeable valve claim 1 , wherein the valve is coupled to a vessel outlet claim 1 , wherein liquid flows from the vessel through the valve to the liquid outlet of the housing.3. The liquid dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the preservation subsystem further comprises:a gas source; anda gas line coupled to the gas source, wherein the gas line is in fluid communication with the vessel and to dispense the liquid from the liquid outlet of the housing, gas is propelled from the gas source into the vessel.4. The liquid dispensing system of claim 3 , wherein the gas is at least one of nitrogen or carbon dioxide.5. The liquid dispensing system of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one fluid line in fluid communication with the vessel and the liquid outlet; anda pump coupled to the housing and in fluid communication with the at least one fluid line, wherein the pump moves the liquid from the vessel to the liquid outlet through the at least one fluid line.6. The liquid dispensing ...

COOLING DEVICE

A cooling device, provided with a coolant circuit for cooling a volume, such as a cold store, or an arrangement, such as a beverage dispensing unit, includes a pump for pumping a coolant into the coolant circuit, and a heat emission member for emitting heat absorbed by the coolant circuit from the volume or the arrangement, wherein the heat emission member is in heat exchanging communication with an evaporator of the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit being a different circuit than the coolant circuit, wherein the heat emission member of the coolant circuit and the evaporator of the refrigerant circuit are connected in a heat exchanging manner via a heat conducting substance. 118-. (canceled)191. Cooling device () , provided with:{'b': 2', '4', '19', '19', '19', '10', '2', '11', '2', '2', '4', '11', '13', '3', '3', '2', '11', '2', '13', '3', '12', '3', '2', '12', '3', '2', '12', '11', '13', '11', '13', '12', '28', '41', '60', '12, 'i': a', 'b, 'a closed coolant circuit () for cooling a volume, such as a cold store, or an arrangement (), such as a beverage dispensing unit (, , ), comprising a pump () for pumping a coolant through the coolant circuit (), and a heat emission member () provided in the coolant circuit () for emitting heat absorbed by the coolant circuit () from the volume or the arrangement (), wherein the heat emission member () is in heat exchanging communication with an evaporator () of a closed refrigerant circuit (), the refrigerant circuit () being a different circuit than the coolant circuit (), wherein the heat emission member () of the coolant circuit () and the evaporator () of the refrigerant circuit () are connected in a heat exchanging manner by means of a heat conducting substance (), such that the refrigerant circuit () is used to achieve cooling of the coolant circuit () or the heat-conducting substance (), wherein the refrigerant circuit () therein is capable of achieving lower temperatures than the coolant circuit (), ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STRAIN GAGE WATER MONITORING

A system and method determines an amount of water and water flow rate in a water dispenser system including a container/bottle, using a strain gage device(s) mounted on a structure or plane in relationship to the container/bottle. One or more strain gages are configured in a position to measure force per unit area, exerted by a portion of the water container/bottle in a normal or direction substantially perpendicular to a surface or plane on which the strain gage device(s) are mounted. The portion of the container/bottle is positioned in direct or indirect contact with the one or more strain gages to produce a strain gage signal representative of the amount of water in the container/bottle and periodic sampling of the strain gage signal is representative of flow rate of water from the container/bottle. Signals from the strain gage(s) are processed in a manner that allows the amount and rate of consumption of water to be monitored and determined automatically on-site or remotely. 1. A water dispenser system dispensing water from a removable container comprising:a stand;a receiver disposed in the stand configured to receive a removable container;at least one strain gage disposed in the receiver and operatively configured to measure a force exerted by the removable container on the at least one strain gage and provide a strain gage signal;at least one spigot in fluid communication with the removable container and configured to allow water to flow from the removable container and be dispensed from the water dispenser system;a processor operatively connected to the at least one strain gage, the processor configured to receive the strain gage signal, and to determine an amount of water in the removable container using the strain gage signal, the processor further configured to calculate a flow rate of water exiting the removable container using a plurality of strain gage signals received from the at least one strain gage over time, the processor being further configured ...

BEVERAGE DISPENSER

A compact beverage dispensing unit includes a cooling system and a housing. A dispensing channel is defined in the housing. The dispensing channel is configured to allow associated beverage containers located in the dispensing channel to move via gravity toward a dispensing outlet of the housing 1. A beverage dispensing unit for dispensing associated beverage containers each containing a carbonated non-alcoholic beverage , the beverage dispensing unit comprising:a housing including a beverage container inlet, a dispensing outlet and a beverage container dispensing channel defined in the housing between the beverage container inlet and the dispensing outlet;a cooling system in the housing for cooling the associated beverage containers disposed along the beverage container dispensing channel;a user input device on the housing for receiving user input to control the cooling system; anda controller in communication with the user input device and the cooling system, wherein the controller is configured to operate the cooling system to maintain the beverage container dispensing channel within at least one of a first temperature range and a second temperature range based on input received from the user input device;wherein the second temperature range is lower than the first temperature range and the second temperature range is below the freezing point of water and above a freezing point of a carbonated non-alcoholic beverage in an unopened container.2. The beverage dispensing unit of claim 1 , wherein the at least one beverage container dispensing channel has a maximum height that is less than three times a maximum diameter of one of the associated beverage containers and a maximum depth less than 3.5 times the maximum diameter of one of the associated beverage containers.3. The beverage dispensing unit of claim 2 , wherein the first temperature range is between about 36 degrees and about 42 degrees Fahrenheit.4. The beverage dispensing unit of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Dispenser with discharge control

A dispenser is provided for a flowable product and is defined by a container body forming a storage chamber. A discharge tube is provided with an inlet positioned adjacent a bottom end of the storage chamber and an outlet positioned adjacent a discharge opening in the container. A sealing member is rotatably secured to the bottom end of the container body and includes a defined first position and defined second position. A closing member is positioned at the inlet end of the discharge tube when the sealing member is in the defined first position. Rotation of the sealing member from the first position to the second position moves the closing member away from the inlet opening and exposes the inlet to product within the storage chamber for selective discharge through the discharge tube outlet and the discharge opening.

MULTI-PURPOSE INSTANT CHILLER-HEATER APPARATUS

The present disclosure relates to a multi-purpose instant chiller-heater apparatus () having a housing () with a top portion, a bottom portion and a number of side portions. The multi-purpose instant chiller-heater apparatus () further includes a hollow tube structure () positioned within the housing () for passing the liquid to be heated or cooled through it. The hollow tube structure () is provided with an inlet () at one end of the hollow tube structure () for receiving the liquid and an outlet () at another end of the hollow tube structure () for providing chilled or heated liquid. The housing () is configured to store a heating or cooling means to heat or cool the liquid passing through the hollow tube structure () positioned inside the housing (). The housing () is provided with an insulator layer for preventing heat exchange between its interior and exterior. The liquid passing through the hollow tube structures () inside the housing () is cooled or heated to a desired temperature and is discharged through the outlet () of the housing (). 1100. A multi-purpose instant chiller-heater apparatus () for heating and/or cooling of a liquid comprises:{'b': '102', 'a housing () having a top portion, a bottom portion and a plurality of side portions;'}{'b': 104', '102, 'one or more hollow tube structure or a passage () positioned within the housing () for passing a liquid there through;'}{'b': 104', '112', '104', '104, 'wherein the hollow tube structure or passage () is provided with one or more inlet () provided at one end of the hollow tube structure or passage () for receiving the liquid and to pass through the hollow tube structure or passage ();'}{'b': 102', '104, 'wherein the housing () is configured to store a heating or cooling means to heat or cool the liquid passing through the hollow tube structure or passage (); and'}{'b': 104', '114', '104, 'wherein the hollow tube structure or passage () is further provided with one or more outlet () at another end of ...

WATER SERVER

A water server includes a baffle which interferes with the downward flow of water introduced into a cold water tank through a water supply line. The baffle has a water transfer passage is formed by a downwardly recessed surface portion formed on the top surface of the baffle and having a distal edge, and an edge portion having a predetermined thickness and located over the distal edge so as to overlap the distal edge. The water transfer passage is configured such that the recessed surface portion deflects the flow of water flowing down through the water transfer passage in a horizontal direction or a direction close to a horizontal direction. Water is thus discharged from the terminal end opening defined by the distal edge and the edge portion into the lower portion of the cold water tank in a direction close to a horizontal direction. 1. A water server comprising a cold water tank configured to cool water stored in the cold water tank , a water supply line through which water is supplied into the cold water tank , a cold water discharge line extending from the cold water tank to an atmosphere , and a baffle configured to interfere with a downward flow of water introduced into the cold water tank from the water supply line ,wherein the baffle has an outermost circumferential portion, wherein the cold water tank has a lower portion within a height range extending from a bottom of the cold water tank to the outermost circumferential portion, wherein the water server is configured such that a low-temperature water layer is generated in the lower portion of the cold water tank, the low-temperature water layer being lower in temperature than water in the cold water tank above the baffle, and such that water forming the low-temperature water layer is discharged through the cold water discharge line,wherein the baffle is formed with at least one water transfer passage at a portion of the baffle located inwardly of the outermost circumferential portion such that water ...

Time and Volume Restricted Liquid Dispenser

A liquid dispensing apparatus includes a tank that includes an opening configured to receive a liquid. The apparatus includes a dispense valve configured to dispense the liquid. The apparatus further includes a touchpad input device configured to receive an input from a user and a liquid dispensing controller configured to determine a dispense rate for dispensing the liquid based on the input received from the user. The apparatus, via the dispense valve, is configured to dispense the liquid at a first dispense rate for a first period of time when a level of the liquid in the tank falls below a first tank level to dispense a first amount of the liquid and to dispense the liquid at a second, different dispense rate for a second period of time when the level of the liquid falls below a second tank level to dispense the first amount of the liquid.

Water dispenser

A water dispenser is provided which includes a slide table and in which a raw water container is placed at a position lower than that of a temporary water storage tank. This water dispenser includes a penetration rod configured to be inserted from below and to project into the raw water container to allow communication between the raw water container and a water supply passage. By placing a cover over the raw water container placed on a container supporting portion of the slide table, falling of dust in the vicinity of the container supporting portion can be prevented. Further, even in cases where a side peripheral portion of the raw water container collapses unevenly, the cover prevents the collapsed portion of the side peripheral portion from protruding into spaces behind front end portions of side plates of the housing.

Wireless spout and dispensing system

The present invention is related to a pouring device for a container for the dosing of liquid, said pouring device comprising: a) a housing b) a passage for the liquid within the housing; c) an electrical operated opening/closing mechanism for opening or closing the passage in order to dosing of a predetermined or registerable amount of liquid, characterized in that the passage comprising a silicone tube, and the opening/closing mechanism is to block the silicone tube by squeezing the silicone tube in order to close the passage. The silicone tube inside the spout is the only path for the liquid to go through from the bottle, meanwhile the rest components are protected from liquid. This guaranties a quick and controlled flow of the liquid and avoids any air bubbles to influence the pour precision.

Liquid Dispenser Caddy

A caddy for use in supporting a flexible bag of a substance to dispense as well as a system for dispensing a substance include a front wall and a back wall. A floor extends between the front wall and the back wall and angles from the back wall in a direction towards the front wall a cradle is connected to the floor and the cradle opens in a downward direction and a rearward direction. A dispenser includes a cabinet, a load cell, a valve, and a processor. The cradle engages the load cell and the processor calculates a valve open time at least in part based upon a measurement of a load impressed upon a load cell and a requested dispense volume. The processor operates the valve to open for the calculated valve open time.

WATER DISPENSER

A water dispenser is provided in which a holder is arranged at a lower level, a cold water tank is arranged at a higher level, and a raw water supply line is sterilized. The water dispenser is provided with a circulation line, upper and lower switch valves, and a heater for sterilization. The circulation line is connected at its top and bottom ends to the raw water supply line in the vicinity of the cold water tank, and in the vicinity of the holder, respectively. The switch valves are provided at upper and lower branch points, respectively. The switch vales are movable between a normal operation position in which a raw water container and the cold water tank communicate with the raw water supply line, and a sterilization operation position in which the raw water supply line communicates with the circulation line. 1. A water dispenser comprising:a holder configured to hold a replaceable raw water container filled with drinking water and including a mouth portion;a cold water tank which is arranged at a higher level than the holder, and in which drinking water is cooled;{'b': '4', 'i': 'a', 'a raw water supply line extending between the holder and the cold water tank and including a tubular joint member provided at a bottom end portion of the raw water supply line, and configured to be inserted into the mouth portion of the raw water container with the raw water container held by the holder such that an interior of the cold water tank communicates with an interior of the raw water container through the raw water supply line;'}a pump attached to the raw water supply line;a circulation line having a top end portion connected to an upper branch point of the raw water supply line in a vicinity of the cold water tank, and a bottom end portion connected to a lower branch point of the raw water supply line in a vicinity of the holder;upper and lower switch valves provided at the upper and lower branch points, respectively, and movable between a normal operation position in ...

Water dispenser unit

A water dispenser unit includes a water dispenser and a self-propelled cleaning robot, and the space for the water dispenser can be easily secured even in a limited living space. A robot receiving space is defined in the lower portion of the water dispenser such that the self-propelled cleaning robot can self-travel into and out of the robot receiving space. The water dispenser unit includes a charging station provided in the robot receiving space.

BEVERAGE MIXING AND DISPENSING APPARATUS

A shaked beverage dispensing apparatus () comprising: a beverage dispenser (); a housing (), including a cavity () for holding the beverage dispenser (), a weighted cork () which blocks an outlet () from the beverage dispenser, a first nozzle () extending from the outlet (), a second nozzle () which is movable in relation to the first nozzle (), a lifting bracket () attached to or abutting the second nozzle (), a lifting mechanism () attached to one end of the lifting bracket (), a lifting rod (), an outer funnel () at least partly beneath the first and second nozzles, the lifting bracket capable of being raised by the lifting mechanism () to raise the second nozzle (), causing the lifting rod () to dislodge the weighted cork () allowing beverage to flow from the outlet () and through the first and second nozzles, and thence through the outer funnel (), the outer funnel () remaining fixed during the movement of the second nozzle (). 149-. (canceled)50. (canceled)51. A beverage dispensing apparatus according to claim 50 , wherein the lifting bracket is operated in response to the user pressing a button or other control means.52. A beverage dispensing apparatus according to claim 50 , wherein the lifting rod comprises a t-spoke having a lateral bar extending across the inner diameter of the second nozzle to engage with the side wall of the second nozzle at substantially opposing points claim 50 , and an axial rod extending upwardly from the lateral bar.53. A beverage dispensing apparatus according to claim 52 , wherein the beverage dispenser includes a removable beverage container claim 52 , and wherein the upper end of the lifting rod is situated beneath the bottom wall of the beverage container when the second nozzle is in the unlifted state.54. A beverage dispensing apparatus according to claim 50 , wherein the weighted cork is slidably mounted to two guide shafts.55. A beverage dispensing apparatus according to claim 50 , wherein a second fluid exit is provided ...

Bottled water dispensers with single-serve coffee brewing features

Combined water dispensers and coffee making devices are disclosed, which include a cabinet configured to house a water bottle in a bottom half of the interior portion of the cabinet; a cold tank that is configured to receive water from the water bottle, which is connected to an evaporator; one or more hot tanks that are configured to receive water (directly or indirectly) from the cold tank, which are connected to a heating coil to heat the water that is contained therein; and a coffee making device located on a top side of the cabinet. The coffee making device receives water from the hot tank, receives a disposable cartridge that contains coffee grinds for a single-serving of coffee, causes water to contact the coffee grinds to produce a coffee beverage, and employs a set of spikes to make water entry and exit apertures in the cartridge.

Combination dispenser drinking cup holder and drip collector apparatus

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus and method for conveniently holding a drinking cup while dispensing liquid from a dispenser such as a spigot, filling the cup, and collecting any drips and/or spillage from the dispenser or the drinking cup into a second drip collecting cup

DUAL COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE DILUTING AND COOLING MEDIUM CONTAINER AND SYSTEM

A beverage diluting and cooling container includes a floor, a peripheral sidewall, and a divider wall that divides an interior space defined by the peripheral sidewall into a first compartment that receives a cooling medium for cooling and diluting a beverage received into the first compartment. The divider wall also divides the interior space into a second compartment that holds a second quantity of a cooling medium for non-dilutingly cooling the beverage. The second compartment is sealed from the first compartment to prevent flow of liquid from the second compartment into the first compartment. One or more of the floor or a portion of the sidewall bounding the first compartment includes at least one opening therethrough to allow flow of the beverage out of the first compartment while containing the cooling medium in the first compartment. 1. A beverage diluting and cooling container comprising;a floor;a peripheral sidewall extending upwardly from the floor and extending around the floor to define an interior space; anda divider wall extending upwardly from the floor and connected to opposing interior sides of the sidewall to divide the interior space defined by the peripheral sidewall into a first compartment that receives and holds a first quantity of a cooling medium for cooling and diluting a beverage received into the first compartment, the divider wall also dividing the interior space defined by the peripheral sidewall into a second compartment that holds a second quantity of a cooling medium for non-dilutingly cooling the beverage,wherein the divider wall, the floor, and the sidewall bound and define the second compartment such that the second compartment is sealed from the first compartment to prevent flow of liquid from the second compartment into the first compartment,wherein one or more of the floor or a portion of the sidewall bounding the first compartment includes at least one opening therethrough to allow flow of the beverage out of the first ...

Water dispenser and dispenser tray for water dispenser

A water dispenser is provided which is, if water leakage should occur, capable of detecting such water leakage at an early stage. The water dispenser includes a dispenser tray disposed between the housing and the floor surface and vertically separating the housing from the floor surface. The dispenser tray includes a dispenser support surface on which the housing is supported, a peripheral wall surrounding the dispenser support surface, and a water leakage indicator disposed in a region surrounded by the peripheral wall, and configured to change between a water leakage alarm state and a non-water-leakage-alarm state depending on whether or not there is water.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING A BEVERAGE

A system and method for dispensing a beverage. The system includes a beverage cartridge that stores any liquid and has a spout for dispensing the stored liquid. The beverage cartridge may be inserted into a beverage press that includes a housing for receiving the beverage cartridge. The beverage press also includes a tap that engages the spout of the beverage cartridge, and a lifting assembly that exerts force on the beverage cartridge. Pressing the tap activates the spout of the beverage cartridge to dispense the stored liquid through the spout and out of the tap of the beverage press. a system for dispensing a beverage.

CHILLED ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE DISPENSER

A machine dimensioned so as to be placed on the countertop of a bar for dispensing chilled alcoholic beverage includes a housing forming an enclosure with a beverage faucet having a handle mounted on its front outer surface. The enclosure provides a cooled interior section and a noncooled interior section. Heat-generating portions of a refrigeration cooling unit are contained in the noncooled interior portion. The cooled interior portion provides a beverage container mount configured to removably receive a stopper shaft of a bottle stopper which is fluidly connected via a manifold so an inclined beverage container can supply beverage to a beverage storage tank. A portion of an evaporator coil of the refrigeration cooling unit is located within the beverage storage tank for further cooling the alcoholic beverage. Chilled alcoholic beverage is transferred from the beverage storage tank to the beverage faucet via a beverage delivery tube fluidly connecting the beverage storage tank to the beverage faucet. 1. A machine for dispensing chilled alcoholic beverage , comprising:a housing forming an enclosure having side and bottom surfaces and a removable top, said housing being dimensioned so as to be placed on the countertop of a bar, and providing a beverage faucet mounted on a front outer surface of said housing, said beverage faucet having a movable handle for displacing a faucet stop and dispensing said alcoholic beverage;said enclosure providing an insulating wall mounted within said housing, said insulating wall extending substantially from side-to-side and from top-to-bottom of said enclosure thereby providing a first enclosed portion adjacent said front outer surface of said housing and a second enclosed position adjacent a rear outer surface of said housing;a refrigeration cooling unit contained within said housing, said refrigeration cooling unit including a compressor, condenser and evaporator coil, at least said compressor being located in said second enclosed ...

FILLING HOSE

A liquid dispenser filling hose for use in filling a liquid dispenser with liquid from a liquid reservoir via a pump, comprising: a distal coupler for coupling the filling hose to the liquid dispenser; and a controller arranged to control the pump. The liquid dispenser may be filled using a method comprising: providing a liquid reservoir, a pump and a controller arranged to control the pump, and a filling hose having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the filling hose being coupled to the liquid reservoir; coupling the distal end of the filling hose via a distal coupler to the liquid dispenser; and transferring liquid from the liquid reservoir via the filling hose to an airless liquid container forming part of the liquid dispenser. 1. A liquid dispenser filling hose for use in filling a liquid dispenser with liquid from a liquid reservoir via a pump , comprising:a distal coupler for coupling the filling hose to the liquid dispenser; anda controller arranged to control the pump.2. A liquid dispenser filling hose according to claim 1 , further comprising:a proximal coupler.3. The liquid dispenser filling hose of or claim 1 , further comprising a second liquid reservoir.4. The liquid dispenser filling hose of claim 3 , wherein the second liquid reservoir is configured to contain a concentrate.5. The liquid dispenser filling hose of or claim 3 , wherein the second liquid reservoir is removably attached to the filling hose.6. The liquid dispenser filling hose of any of to claim 3 , wherein upon activation of the controller claim 3 , liquid flow through the filling hose from the liquid reservoir to the liquid dispenser is activated.7. The liquid dispenser filling hose of any of to claim 3 , wherein upon connection of the filling hose to the liquid dispenser claim 3 , liquid flow through the filling hose from the liquid reservoir to the liquid dispenser is activated.8. The liquid dispenser filling hose of or claim 3 , wherein the second liquid reservoir ...

DISPERSING TRAY AND COMBINATION SCALE COMPRISING THE SAME

A dispersing tray is mounted to a combination scale at a top part thereof to disperse and deliver supplied articles outwardly. The dispersing tray has, on a back surface thereof, a liquid stopper that prevents outward movement of a liquid. 1. A dispersing tray mountable to a combination scale at a top part thereof , the dispersing tray serving to disperse and deliver articles supplied therein outwardly , whereinthe dispersing tray has, on a back surface thereof, a liquid stopper that prevents outward movement of a liquid.2. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe liquid stopper is a member in the form of an annularly-arranged vertical wall.3. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 2 , whereinthe dispersing tray has, on the back surface thereof, a coupling mechanism that allows the dispersing tray to be removably coupled to a vibration generator configured to vibrate the dispersing tray, andthe liquid stopper is located on the back surface of the dispersing tray so as to surround an installation region of the coupling mechanism.4. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 3 , whereinthe dispersing tray includes:a tray body formed of a plate member conically shaped; anda reinforcing plate securely attached to the back surface of the tray body, the reinforcing plate having a disk-like shape and formed of a plate member thicker than the conically shaped plate member, andthe liquid stopper and the coupling mechanism are provided on the reinforcing plate.5. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 4 , whereinthe liquid stopper is formed by securely attaching an annular member separately provided to the reinforcing plate.6. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 5 , whereinthe liquid stopper is located at a position on the reinforcing plate nearer to a center position of the tray body than a position at which the reinforcing plate is securely attached to the tray body.7. The dispersing tray as claimed in claim 2 , whereina surface to be polished includes a ...

Beverage Dispenser for Refrigerator

A beverage dispenser having a tank located inside a refrigerator which stores a beverage. A tube connects the tank to a spigot with a plunger and a valve located outside the refrigerator and below the tank. The plunger opens and closes the valve. When the valve is in an open position the beverage flows from the tank, through the tube and is dispensed from the spigot. When the valve is in a closed position, the beverage ceases to flow. Also included is a push bar which when pressed, causes the plunger to move to a position which causes the valve to open. When the push bar is released, the plunger returns to a position which causes the valve to close. In an alternate embodiment, also included are a second tank, tube, spigot and a selector which operates so that the beverage can flow from either tank to its associated spigot.

Refrigerator and beverage supplying method using the same

A refrigerator having a storage unit disposed on the inside of a door and capable of dispensing beverage from a beverage container stored in the storage unit. A supporting unit is disposed on the storage unit for supporting the beverage container downward. The supporting unit has a first mounting hole. A valve is coupled to a mouth of the beverage container for selectively allowing beverage contained in the beverage container to be dispensed. At least a portion of the valve is located in the first mounting hole. A lever is disposed under the supporting unit and coupled to the valve. When an external force is applied to the lever, the valve is open and allows the beverage to be supplied to the outside of the beverage container through the mouth of the beverage container.

Total Drain Container Device System

A total liquid drain container device comprising a wedge shaped insert used in conjunction with any bag-in-box type containers. This invention relates preferably to box wine containers and is a wedged shaped insert that is approximately one-quarter to one-half inch thicker on one side whereas the opposite or thinner side contains a cutout design to allow room for the bag-in-box drain spout. The wedge shape of the insert allows the contents inside the container bag to flow in the direction of the drain spout. The wedge shaped insert raises the bag to a position where the bottom of the bag is now aligned with the drain spout thus eliminating the need for tilting. This invention resolves two design issues of conventional bag-in-box containers; the need to tilt the container and the issue with not being able to drain the entire contents. 1. A total drain container device system comprising:a bladder pack; a box member containing the bladder pack;a sloping wedge shaped platform insert which is inserted underneath the said bladder pack; the said sloping wedge shaped platform insert to be sufficiently strong to support the weight of the said bladder pack full of liquid; the said a sloping wedge shaped platform insert to have a wedge cutout at the lowest end of the said sloping wedge shaped platform insert; a drain spout; the said wedge cutout sufficient in width to allow the said drain spout to be in a position lower than at least ¼ inch lower than the lowest sloped edge of the sloping wedge bag support platform insert to allow full drainage of the fluid contents of the box member without the need to tip or tilt the said box member containing the said bladder pack to dispense the totality of the liquid within the bladder pack; the said drain spout to be attached to and sealed within the bladder pack; a circular box cutout within the box member sufficiently sized for insertion of the said drain spout; the said drain spout to be positioned within the said circular box cutout ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING CONSUMABLE LIQUIDS

A networked system for providing and maintaining a set of liquid dispenser stations is described. The fluid dispensers communicate with a managing/supervisory cloud server via an interposed base station. The fluid dispensers communicate locally with the base station via wireless communication network links. The base station operates as an accumulator of status/usage information provided by the dispenser stations and bridge for passing information and control commands between the cloud server and the individual dispenser stations. The dispenser stations are configured with control processors (controllers) to facilitate performing a variety of local control operations associated with dispensing liquids that have been cooled (or heated) prior to dispensing by the dispenser stations. Additionally, the dispenser stations cooperatively operate with the cloud server (via the base station) to support a variety of real time control and maintenance operations relating to the dispenser stations operating at potentially thousands of distinct geographic locations. 1. A liquid dispenser station comprising:a filler including a filler outlet for delivering a liquid;a sensor assembly configured to provide an electronic signal indicative of object presence proximate the filler outlet; anda controller configured with a processor and a computer readable medium including computer executable instructions for carrying out a set of liquid dispenser station management operations.2. The liquid dispenser station of further comprising a liquid conditioning system.3. The liquid dispenser station of wherein the liquid conditioning system includes a filtering subsystem including an electronic filter identification tag reader claim 2 , and reading identification information associated with a filter identification tag of an installed filter, and', 'executing filter management tasks based upon the identification information and tracked usage of the installed filter., 'wherein the controller is ...

WATER BOTTLE INSERT

An insert made from reticulated foam has a first profile in which an outer perimeter of the insert has a size and a shape that substantially corresponds to an inner surface of a portable container. The insert also has a second profile in which the outer perimeter of the insert has a size and a shape that substantially corresponds to an opening of the portable container. The reticulated foam has a cell density that prevents sloshing noises resulting from jostling movement of the portable container from exceeding 50 db while enabling liquid to exit the portable container at a consumable rate. 1. A portable liquid transport system that reduces liquid sloshing noises , the system comprising:a portable container having an inner chamber whose volume is defined by an inner surface and an opening located at a top end of the portable container; anda foam insert having a compressed profile sized to pass through the opening of the portable container and an expanded profile in which the insert contacts the inner surface of the inner chamber of the portable container while occupying less than 5% of the volume of the inner chamber;the foam insert being formed by a plurality of cells in fluid communication with one another, the cells being configured to substantially reduce liquid sloshing noises while allowing liquid to pass through the opening at a consumable rate.2. The portable liquid transport system of claim 1 , wherein the foam prevents liquid sloshing noise from exceeding 50 db.3. The portable liquid transport system of claim 2 , wherein the foam prevents liquid sloshing noise from exceeding 50 db during activities that jostle the portable liquid transport system.4. The portable liquid transport system of claim 1 , wherein the foam insert is formed of a resilient material configured to attenuate movement of liquid inside the transport system.5. The portable liquid transport system of claim 1 , wherein the foam insert is sized to contact the inner surface of the inner ...

BEVERAGE DISPENSER SYSTEMS

A core coupling module for use with a dispenser system includes a plurality of sockets. Each of the plurality of sockets includes a socket fitting configured to couple to a compatible core fitting configuration. At least two of the plurality of sockets each include a socket fitting configured to couple to the same compatible core fitting configuration. 120-. (canceled)21. A system , comprising:a first core module configured to modulate one or more characteristics of a liquid contained within a beverage system, the first core module being one of an agitation core, a thermal core, or an infusion core, the first core module having a core fitting configuration configured to couple the first core module into a first socket disposed within a cover of the beverage system; and a container body that defines an internal volume of the beverage system, the internal volume being configured to contain the liquid within the beverage system;', 'a cover configured to be positioned on the container body, the cover having a lower surface and an upper surface; and', 'the first socket disposed within the cover and extending through the cover between the lower surface and a recessed surface portion of the upper surface, the upper surface dimensioned to direct liquid along the upper surface toward the recessed surface portion, the first socket having a socket fitting configured to couple to the core fitting configuration of the first core module so as to couple the first core module into the first socket such that when the cover is positioned on the container body, a portion of the first core module is positioned within the internal volume defined by the container body., 'the beverage system comprising22. The system of claim 21 , wherein the beverage system further comprises a second socket disposed within the cover and extending through the cover between the lower surface and the recessed surface portion of the upper surface claim 21 , the second socket having a second socket fitting ...

COLD BEVERAGE DISPENSER AND CUTTER ASSEMBLY FOR COLD BEVERAGE DISPENSER

An apparatus for making a beverage includes a housing, a first receptacle, a second receptacle, a cutting assembly, a water source, and at least one water outlet. The first receptacle is positioned in the housing for accepting a first beverage container containing a liquid. The second receptacle is positioned in the housing for accepting a second beverage container containing a liquid. The cutting assembly has a cutting blade that is movable relative to the first and second receptacles for opening the first and second containers substantially simultaneously so that liquid stored therein can be at least in part evacuated. The water source is coupled to the housing The at least one water outlet is associated with one or more of the first and second receptacles for adding water to the liquid from the first and second beverage containers from the water source. 113-. (canceled)14. An apparatus for making a beverage comprising:a housing having a longitudinal axis associated with the height of the housing, said housing having at least a first receptacle and a second receptacle;a cutting assembly interacting with the first and second receptacles;wherein the receptacles are angled such that any containers received in the receptacles are angled at an angle of about 10 degrees to about 50 degrees relative to the longitudinal axis of the housing.15. The apparatus of claim 14 , wherein the housing includes a forward-facing surface claim 14 , and the receptacles are angled towards the forward-facing surface such that a bottom end of each receptacle is positioned further away from the forward-facing surface than a top end of each receptacle.16. The apparatus of claim 14 , further comprising:a funnel positioned below the first and second receptacles;at least one water outlet associated with one or more of the first and second receptacles and the funnel for adding water thereto;wherein the first and second receptacles are in direct communication with the funnel.17. The apparatus of ...

Box wine aeration accessory

The invention comprises a carrier used in an aeration assembly to assist a user in dispensing wine from a box through a spigot to flow into an aeration device and into a drinking vessel.

Box wine aeration accessory

The invention comprises a carrier used in an aeration assembly to assist a user in dispensing wine from a box through a spigot to flow into an aeration device and into a drinking vessel.

Machine Intended For Cooling And Draining The Contents Of A Metal Beverage Can

A machine intended for cooling and draining contents of a metal beverage can comprising a refrigerated housing intended to receive a can; a tube projecting into the refrigerated housing and defining a bore. The machine further includes a removable subassembly including a stirrer mounted to slide with respect to the tube to pass through the bore between an upper position in which the stirrer projects above the upper edge of the tube and a position in which the stirrer is set back with respect to the upper edge of the tube; a duct having an outlet orifice and an inlet orifice communicating with the bore; a plug blocking or opening selectively the outlet orifice of the duct.

Liquid dispenser container and holder system

A container (10) including neck structure (28) with a key element (32) thereon, dispenser means attached to the neck structure, and a holder (14) defining a notch (68) which will hold the container only when the container is in a predetermined orientation and the key element is positioned in the notch.

Apparatus for drawing beverages

Apparatus for drawing beverages, particularly beer, comprising a casing (1) in which there is housed a compression refrigeration unit and having a receptacle (6) located superiorly and adapted to contain the barrel (F) of the beverage. The receptacle (6) is refrigerated by the refrigeration unit, the casing (1) also being provided with a compartment (5), located frontally and also refrigerated by a refrigeration unit, configured to contain drinking glasses (B) accessible through an openable front door (4) of the casing (1).

Water bottle cap

A water bottle cap for sealing a water bottle containing water supersaturated with oxygen The water bottle cap of the present invention is designed to help maintain the supersaturated oxygen level of the oxygenated water in the water bottle from the time of bottling throughout the usage cycle of the water bottle.

Beverage dispensing system

This invention relates to a dispensing system, comprising a dispensing outlet (108) for dispensing beverage at a controlled temperature, a mixing chamber (120) upstream in a flow path to said outlet such that dispensed beverage flows from said chamber to the outlet, at least three feeding lines (124, 126, 128) feeding beverage of at least three different defined temperatures to said chamber; and a controller (500) for controlling the feed from each of said feeding lines so as to yield a desired temperature of the dispensed beverage.

Cold beverage dispenser and cutter assembly for cold beverage dispenser

An apparatus for making a beverage includes a housing, a first receptacle, a second receptacle, a cutting assembly, a water source, and at least one water outlet. The first receptacle is positioned in the housing for accepting a first beverage container containing a liquid. The second receptacle is positioned in the housing for accepting a second beverage container containing a liquid. The cutting assembly has a cutting blade that is movable relative to the first and second receptacles for opening the first and second containers substantially simultaneously so that liquid stored therein can be at least in part evacuated. The water source is coupled to the housing The at least one water outlet is associated with one or more of the first and second receptacles for adding water to the liquid from the first and second beverage containers from the water source.

Beverage dispenser and method of refilling