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02-02-2012 дата публикации

System and method for liquid measuring dispenser

Номер: US20120024886A1
Автор: Yaniv AVIRAM
Принадлежит: Individual

It is provided a dispensing device for a fluid container, which includes a container cap, a switching nozzle, a securing mechanism and a dispensing compartment. The container cap has apertures, and the switching nozzle has a closing state and an opening state, wherein in the closing state the switching nozzle hermetically sealing the apertures. An oval skirt is attached to the switching nozzle embracing the container cap, having protrusions for fixing the skirt to the container cap. Pressing the skirt releases the fixing and allows switching to an opening state. The dispensing compartment includes an annular portion, a setting mechanism, and a cover mechanism. The setting mechanism determines the limited volume of the dispensing compartment and secures the limited volume from undesired variation. The annular portion has a plurality of clefts and an associated plurality of quantity markings. The setting mechanism encompasses the annular portion and has setting bumps bulging proximate to the annular portion, and barrel apertures. Upon mating the setting bumps with a cleft, a marking associated with the certain t structural deviation is exposed though the apertures. The cover mechanism complements enclosing of the limited volume of the dispensing compartment, and has child-proof closing mechanism.

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Номер записи: 1
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Automatic analysis of finely divided solids

Номер: US20120060592A1
Автор: Frans Suykerbuyk, Karen Vercruysse, Kris Wullus, Sven Veelaert, Veron Nsunda
Принадлежит: BASF SE

The present invention relates to a solids dosing device for finely divided solids, comprising sampling means for withdrawing a sample from a sampling jar and dosing means for inserting a prescribed amount of finely divided solid material into a testing jar, a dosing accuracy of at least 0.1 g being achieved with the solids dosing device and characteristics of the dosed amount substantially corresponding to those of the sample in the sampling jar. The invention also relates to an automated analyzer for determining properties of finely divided solids, comprising a depot for sampling jars and testing jars, analysis devices for the analysis of samples, manipulators for the movement and positioning of sampling jars, solids dosing devices and dosing devices for liquids. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for the automatic analysis of finely divided solids.

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Номер записи: 2
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Liquid dosing apparatus

Номер: US20120097714A1
Автор: Miranda Lambrigts, Paulus Antonius Augustinus Hoefte, Wolfram Beck
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

An apparatus and means of repeatedly dispensing controlled doses of liquid.

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Номер записи: 3
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Tank-locking device, system for managing liquid supply and method using the same

Номер: US20120103434A1
Автор: Sou-Yung Hsieh, Yen-Liang Chen, Yuh-Shyang Su
Принадлежит: Powerchip Technology Corp

A system for managing liquid supply suitable for a process equipment with a liquid tank is disclosed. The system includes a host, a data-reading tool, a system controller and a tank-locking device. The host stores a built-in liquid database. The data-reading tool used for reading data related to the liquid tank is electrically connected to the host. The host receives the data related to the liquid tank from the data-reading tool, and the received data mapped with the liquid database. The system controller drives the tank-locking device according to the signal from the host to whether or not allow replacement of the liquid tank.

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Номер записи: 4
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Chassis assembly

Номер: US20120168026A1
Автор: Donald P. Dolifka, Gerald Davis, John J. Kolber
Принадлежит: Watermill Express LLC

Disclosed is a rotary valve and rotary disk fluid dispensing system that sanitizes valve ports using UV radiation during non-use. Steam and ozinated water can also be used for stripping and disinfecting portions of the dispenser that can be accessed by the public. The system also uses detectors including hall detectors and a camera to inspect for blockage of valve ports, tampering or improper operation of the rotary valve disc.

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Номер записи: 5
18-04-2013 дата публикации

Dosing unit for a powder dispenser

Номер: US20130092711A1
Автор: Rong Chen, Ruguo Hu, Smith Yang
Принадлежит: Nestec SA

The invention concerns a dosing unit for a powder dispenser comprising two dosing chambers ( 2,3 ) each chamber comprising: one upstream inlet ( 21, 31 ) and one downstream outlet ( 22, 32 ), an upstream means ( 23, 33 ) for opening and closing the inlet, a downstream means ( 24, 34 ) for opening and closing the outlet, the upstream means ( 23, 33 ) closing the inlet ( 21, 31 ) when the downstream means ( 24, 34 ) opens the outlet ( 22, 32 ) and reciprocally, wherein the upstream means (23) of the first chamber closes the first chamber ( 2 ) when the upstream means ( 33 ) of the second chamber opens the second chamber ( 3 ) and reciprocally.

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Номер записи: 6
23-05-2013 дата публикации

MICRODROPLET-PRODUCING APPARATUS

Номер: US20130129581A1
Автор: Nisisako Takasi
Принадлежит:

[Name of the Document] The present invention provides an apparatus for producing micro liquid drops through fine channels which can produce a large amount of micro liquid drops at low costs in an efficient manner. The apparatus for producing micro liquid drops according to the present invention includes a fine channel substrate and a holder for holding the fine channel substrate. The fine channel substrate has a micro liquid drop discharge outlet formed at the center thereof; a plurality of micro liquid drop producing sections which are connected to the micro liquid drop discharge outlet via the fine channels and disposed on the respective circumference of M circles or polygons arranged around the micro liquid drop discharge outlet; first-liquid drawing inlets which are disposed on the circumference of a circle or polygon arranged around the micro liquid drop discharge outlet; up-to-Nth-liquid drawing inlets (N is an integer equal to two or greater, M≦N−1) which are disposed on the respective circumference of circles or polygons arranged sequentially outward; and the fine channels through which the first- to Nth-liquids are supplied to the plurality of micro liquid drop producing sections. The holder for holding the fine channel substrate has a multi-pipe structure which includes N annular channels for distributing an equal flow of the first- to Nth-liquids to the drawing inlet for each liquid in the fine channel substrate. 1. An apparatus for producing microdroplets using microchannels ,said apparatus comprising a microchannel board and a holder for retaining the microchannel board, whereinthe microchannel board has a microdroplet-outlet port formed at the center thereof, microdroplet-forming parts on a first to a Mth (M is an integer of 1 or more) circular or polygonal peripheries from inside to outside, said parts being connected through the microchannels to the microdroplet-outlet port and a plurality of said parts being disposed on each of M circular or ...

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Номер записи: 7
30-05-2013 дата публикации

DISPENSING DEVICE FOR DISPENSING A LIQUID PRODUCT

Номер: US20130134191A1
Автор: Nielsen Keld Krogh
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A dispensing device for dispensing a liquid product from a container containing said product comprises a first chamber and a second chamber. An inlet passage comprising at least one inlet opening establishes a fluid connection between the first chamber and an interior part of a container having the dispensing device mounted thereon. An outlet passage adapted to deliver liquid product being dispensed by way of the dispensing device is fluidly connected to the second chamber. An intermediate wall divides an interior part of the dispensing device into the first chamber and the second chamber. The intermediate wall defines an edge, and the intermediate wall is arranged in such a manner that an intermediate passage between the first chamber and the second chamber is defined at said edge. The intermediate wall is provided with a recess formed in a surface facing the second chamber, said recess extending along at least a part of said surface in such a manner that an end part of the recess is arranged at the edge of the intermediate wall. 1. A dispensing device for dispensing a liquid product from a container containing said product , the dispensing device comprising:a first chamber and a second chamber,an inlet passage comprising at least one inlet opening and establishing a fluid connection between the first chamber and an interior part of a container having the dispensing device mounted thereon,an outlet passage adapted to deliver liquid product being dispensed by means of the dispensing device, said outlet passage being fluidly connected to the second chamber,an intermediate wall dividing an interior part of the dispensing device into the first chamber and the second chamber, the intermediate wall defining an edge, the intermediate wall being arranged in such a manner that an intermediate passage between the first chamber and the second chamber is defined at said edge, and the intermediate wall being provided with a recess formed in a surface facing the second chamber, ...

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Номер записи: 8
01-08-2013 дата публикации

CONTAINER CAPABLE OF POURING OUT LIQUID IN FIXED QUANTITY

Номер: US20130193169A1
Автор: Peng Shi
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A container includes a quantifying device, an upper sealing cover and a container body. The quantifying device includes an external quantifying cup, a fixing portion and a fluid guide port. The quantifying device is disposed on an opening of the container through the fixing portion. Corresponding to a place above the opening of the container, the fluid guide port is disposed on an upper portion of the quantifying device, and a lower portion of the fluid guide port communicates with the container. The quantifying cup communicating with the fluid guide port is disposed on an outer side of the fluid guide port. The volume of a liquid fluid can be accurately measured and a non-metered original solution can be directly poured out, and the metering accuracy is improved during use. 1. A container capable of pouring out a liquid in a fixed quantity , comprising a quantifying device , an upper sealing cover and a container body , wherein the quantifying device comprises an external quantifying cup , a fixing portion and a fluid guide port; the quantifying device is disposed on an opening of the container body through the fixing portion; corresponding to a place above the opening of the container body , the fluid guide port is disposed on an upper portion of the quantifying device , and a lower portion of the fluid guide port communicates with the container body; the external quantifying cup communicating with the fluid guide port is disposed on an outer side of the fluid guide port; the external quantifying cup is located outside the container body , and an opening portion is disposed at a cup mouth of the external quantifying cup; the upper sealing cover fits an upper opening of the quantifying device; when the upper sealing cover seals the upper opening of the quantifying device , the fluid guide port communicates with the external quantifying cup; and a height of a lowest place of the fluid guide port is not higher than a height of the opening portion of the external ...

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Номер записи: 9
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Dispensing device for edible goods and/or novelties

Номер: US20130213998A1
Автор: Stephen B. Mills, Stevenson Tom
Принадлежит: Brookstone Purchasing Inc

A dispensing device may include a main body including a wall having a dispensing mouth defined in the wall; a storage portion, wherein the storage portion is retained by the main body; and a conveyance path providing communication between the storage portion and the dispensing mouth. In addition, the dispensing device may include a conveyor disposed in the conveyance path; a drive motor mechanically coupled to the conveyor; and a sensor, wherein the sensor is directly or indirectly electrically coupled to the drive motor and the sensor is in optical communication with the environment proximate to the dispensing mouth.

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Номер записи: 10
22-08-2013 дата публикации

DOSING CAP FOR CONTAINER

Номер: US20130214008A1
Автор: van de Poll Jonkheer Theodoor Hendrik
Принадлежит:

A dispenser cap () for a liquid container having an opening, the cap () comprising a means for attachment () to the container, a housing () inserted into the opening and comprising a liquid inlet (), a channel and a liquid outlet (), the channel comprising a moveable seal () defining an outlet-side liquid volume () and an inlet-side liquid volume (), the moveable seal () is moveable from a first position to a second position towards the liquid outlet () by increasing the inlet-side liquid pressure, thereby causing a dispensable volume of liquid flow out of the outlet (), the moveable seal () also comprising a liquid outlet seal means () to seal the liquid outlet when the moveable seal () is in its second position, thereby preventing further flow of liquid out of the outlet (), the cap () also comprising a dispensable liquid volume adjustment means () to adjust the fixed volume of dispensable liquid.

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Номер записи: 11
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Pre-measured dispensing lid

Номер: US20130228594A1
Автор: Joseph Kelly
Принадлежит: Individual

The present technology allows for substances contained within containers to be transferred to a measuring cup so as to allow for a clean, efficient, and accurate transfer of a substance from a container in to a measuring cup. The measuring cup can be reversibly attached to the lid such that when the container is inverted, the measuring cup can fill with the substance.

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Номер записи: 12
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Bird Feeder

Номер: US20130284100A1
Автор: MacKelvie Winston
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A tubular bird feeder for seed includes a seed metering valve above the feed holes which may be operated manually, or by a battery powered motor where the battery is charged by a solar cell and the motor responds to a remote control device from the indoors. The perches at the feed holes are made to suddenly buckle when too big of a creature alights thereon. A easy refill procedure uses a swing away cap. 1. In a bird feeder having a seed hopper , the improvement comprising:a seed metering valve within said hopper; andmeans external to said hopper to operate said seed metering valve.2. The improvement of where said metering valve is a paddle wheel.3. The claim 1 , improvement of where said metering valve can be temporarily disabled.4. The improvement of where said means to operate said metering valve is by hand.5. The improvement of where said means to operate said metering valve is by the use of electricity.6. The improvement of where said electricity is provided by a solar cell.7. The improvement of where said means to operate is by the remote control of said electricity.8. In a bird feeder claim 5 , the improvement comprising a cantilevered perch formed of a convex strip of springy material.9. The cantilevered perch of where said convex strip of springy material is supported centrally along its length to create two of said cantilevered perches.10. The cantilevered perch of where said convex strip of springy material co-attaches to said bird feeder to thereby provide multiple cantilevered perches.11. The cantilevered perch of where the springy material is metal.12. In a bird feeder claim 10 , a cap whose exterior has a centered attachment means for hanging from a support structure above claim 10 , and whose interior has an off-centered means of support for the bird feeder below;where the off-centered means also permits the cap to open by swinging aside in an eccentric manner to expose the end of the feeder for replenishing with seed; andwhere the cap resists ...

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Номер записи: 13
07-11-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM OF A CONTAINER FOR STORING AND DISPENSING A PRODUCT AND A MACHINE FOR DOSING THE PRODUCT

Номер: US20130291738A1
Автор: Contal Alain, Fabozzi Thierry Jean Robert, Laithier Karine, Mandralis Zenon Ioannis, Scorrano Lucio
Принадлежит: NESTEC S.A.

The invention concerns a container () for storing and dispensing a flowable product comprising a tank () and a dispensing closure for dispensing the product from the tank comprising disc member () with apertures () therein, one of the disc () being rotatable and susceptible to cooperate with a rotatable shaft. The invention also concerns a machine susceptible to be fed with a flowable product stored in such a container, said machine comprising disc members () with apertures () therein, one of the disc () being rotatable and cooperating with a rotatable shaft (). 1. Container for storing and dispensing a flowable product comprising:a tank,a dispensing closure for dispensing the product from the tank comprising:an inner rotatable disc member having at least one aperture therein, the member facing the inside of the container,an outer fixed disc member having at least one aperture therein, the member facing the outside of the container,the inner rotatable disc member presents a member configured for cooperating with a rotatable shaft, andthe container presents a positioning member for positioning the container in a machine.2. Container according to comprising a scraper for scraping the upper side of the inner rotatable disc member.3. Container according to wherein the scraper is a rod extending from the center of the container to its lateral side.4. Container according to wherein the scraper is fixed.5. Container according to wherein the container is disposable.6. Container according to wherein the container stores a food ingredient powder.7. Container according to wherein the tank and the dispensing closure are not detachable one from the other without destroying a part of the container.8. Container according to wherein when the container is not used the at least one aperture in the inner rotatable disc member and the at least one aperture in the outer fixed disc member do not overlap.9. Container according to wherein the positioning member is configured for orienting ...

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Номер записи: 14
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus for metering pulverulent filling material

Номер: US20130327791A1
Автор: Jens Schlipf, Walter Boehringer, Werner Runft
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

The invention provides an apparatus for metering pulverulent filling material, comprising at least one metering wheel with a plurality of metering chambers for accommodating filling material, wherein a plurality of metering chambers are formed by means of a common component, and the common component can be displaced in the radial direction of the metering wheel using an adjusting means in order to change the volume of the metering chambers.

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Номер записи: 15
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Chassis assembly

Номер: US20140014228A1
Автор: Donald P. Dolifka, Gerald Davis, John J. Kolber
Принадлежит: Watermill Express LLC

Disclosed is a rotary valve and rotary disk fluid dispensing system that sanitizes valve ports using UV radiation during non-use. Steam and ozinated water can also be used for stripping and disinfecting portions of the dispenser that can be accessed by the public. The system also uses detectors including hall detectors and a camera to inspect for blockage of valve ports, tampering or improper operation of the rotary valve disc.

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Номер записи: 16
23-01-2014 дата публикации

DOSING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140021224A1
Автор: MASSICOTTE René
Принадлежит: CAVADISTRIB. INC.

A dosing apparatus for the delivery of a substance in discrete form comprises a conveying element in which the discharge end thereof is a close fit in a discharge bushing thereby to ensure that the correct dosage of substance is discharged on a consistent basis. At least a portion of the conveying element located adjacent the discharge wall has a sharp edge for an easy breaking of larger particles of the feeding substance to ensure accurate dosage. 1. A dosing apparatus comprising a reservoir for a substance in discrete particulate form , the reservoir for the substance having an inlet for the introduction of the substance thereto and an outlet for the egress of the substance therefrom , a conveying element having an inlet end and a discharge end , each end being mounted in a respective bushing and the conveying element extending through the reservoir and adapted to convey the substance in predetermined dosages from the reservoir to the outlet thereof for delivery therefrom , wherein the conveying element includes a sharp edge at the discharge end thereof being held within the respective bushing , the bushing for said discharge end defining a wiping seal in use adapted to allow discharge of the conveyed substance through the bushing at the discharge end of the conveying element of the predetermined dosages as aforesaid from the reservoir and to prevent the egress therefrom of any inadvertent additional substance affecting the accuracy of the dosages , a motor for driving the conveying element , and a means for programming the motor.2. A dosing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the reservoir is defined between two compartmentalizing walls each provided with a mounting zone for the respective bushing of said conveying element claim 1 , each mounting zone accommodating adjustment means for the bushings of the conveying element whereby proper alignment thereof is maintained.3. A dosing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the adjustment means for each bushing ...

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Номер записи: 17
05-01-2017 дата публикации

BEVERAGE DISPENSER WITH POWDER CONTAINER

Номер: US20170000288A1
Автор: Baudet Larry, Dubief Flavien, Jamolli Kevin, Scorrano Lucio
Принадлежит:

The invention concerns a beverage dispenser comprising: at least one refillable container () for storing soluble beverage powder, said container comprising: a tank (), a dosing device (), a discharge port () at the outlet of the tank, at least one beverage preparation unit () operatively linked to the container for preparing a beverage from the stored soluble beverage powder, wherein the discharge port () of the container comprises: an internal delivery tube () comprising a hollowing-out () in its bottom part, an external movable cover () comprising a hollowing-out () in its bottom part, said external movable cover covering at least a part of the internal delivery tube () and being movable between: a dosing position in which the both hollowing-outs () of the internal delivery tube and of the external movable cover overlap each other, and a rest position in which the surface of the external movable cover () overlaps and closes the hollowing-out () of the delivery tube. 1. Beverage dispenser comprising:at least one container for storing soluble beverage powder, the container comprising:a tank,a discharge port at the outlet of the tank,a dosing device configured for displacing a dose of soluble beverage powder to the discharge portat least one beverage preparation unit operatively linked to the container for preparing a beverage from the stored soluble beverage powder,the discharge port of the container comprises:an internal delivery tube comprising a hollowing-out in its bottom part and closed at its end next to the hollowing-out,an external movable cover covering at least a part of the internal delivery tube and comprising a hollowing-out in its bottom part, the external movable cover being movable according to a translation movement between:a dosing position in which both hollowing-outs of the internal delivery tube and of the external movable cover overlap each other, anda rest position in which the surface of the external movable cover overlaps and closes the ...

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Номер записи: 18
04-01-2018 дата публикации

COLD SPRAY POWDER FEEDERS WITH IN-SITU POWDER BLENDING

Номер: US20180002816A1
Автор: Hawkes Justin R., Kennedy Matthew B., Klecka Michael A., Nardi Aaron T.
Принадлежит:

A powder feeder for a cold spray system includes a rotatable drum body, a housing surrounding the drum body, and a support structure. The support structure couples to the housing and supports the housing such that the drum body rotates about a rotation axis to provide in-situ blending of powder disposed within an interior of the drum body. 1. A powder feeder for a high-pressure cold spray system , comprising:a rotatable drum body;a housing surrounding the drum body; anda support structure coupled to the housing, wherein the support structure is configured and adapted for supporting the housing such that the drum body rotates for blending material disposed therein, wherein the housing is a pressure vessel configured and adapted for sustaining an internal pressure of at least 800 pounds per square inch (5.5 MPa).2. A powder feeder as recited in claim 1 , wherein the housing is configured for drying and/or degassing material disposed within drum body by heating the drum body.3. A powder feeder as recited in claim 2 , wherein the housing is configured and adapted for applying vacuum and/or a nitrogen purge to material to an interior of the drum body.4. A powder feeder as recited in claim 1 , wherein the support structure supports the housing such that the drum body rotates about a rotation axis oblique with respect to vertical for tumbling material in the drum body.5. A powder feeder as recited in claim 1 , wherein the rotation axis is about a rotation axis oblique with respect to vertical.6. A powder feeder as recited in claim 1 , wherein the drum body has a circumferential wall with an opening on a first end and a plurality of metering apertures on an opposed second end.7. A powder feeder as recited in claim 6 , wherein the metering apertures are offset from the rotation axis by a common radial distance.8. A powder feeder as recited in claim 1 , further including a drum rider contacting an interior surface of the drum body and fixed with respect to the drum body.9. A ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-01-2016 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE DOSING CAP

Номер: US20160003658A1
Автор: Bertucci Michael, Bradshaw Jonathan D., Hague Barry, Holden David J., Van Der Heijden Lambertus Gerardus P.
Принадлежит:

A dispensing cap including a first housing portion defining a first chamber, a lid coupled to the first housing and defining an outlet, the lid movable between a first position and a second position, a second housing portion defining a second chamber in fluid communication with the first chamber, the second housing portion further defining a third chamber separate from the second chamber, wherein when the lid is in the first position, the outlet is in fluid communication with the second chamber to dispense a first volume of fluid, and wherein when the lid in the second position, the outlet is in fluid connection with the second chamber and the third chamber to dispense a second volume of fluid. A method of operating a dispensing cap is also provided. 1. A dispensing cap comprising:a first housing portion defining a first chamber;a lid coupled to the first housing and defining an outlet, the lid movable between a first position and a second position;a second housing portion defining a second chamber in fluid communication with the first chamber, the second housing portion further defining a third chamber separate from the second chamber,wherein when the lid is in the first position, the outlet is in fluid communication with the second chamber to dispense a first volume of fluid, andwherein when the lid in the second position, the outlet is in fluid connection with the second chamber and the third chamber to dispense a second volume of fluid.2. The dispensing cap of claim 1 , wherein the first chamber has a first outlet fluidly connecting the first chamber and the second chamber claim 1 , and a second outlet fluidly connecting the first chamber and the third chamber.3. The dispensing cap of claim 1 , further comprising an outlet column extending from the outlet toward the second and third chambers claim 1 , wherein the outlet column is in fluid communication with the second chamber in the first position claim 1 , and the outlet column is in fluid communication with ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-01-2019 дата публикации

SINGLE SERVE DISPENSER FOR A POWDERED NUTRIENT

Номер: US20190003867A1
Автор: Singer Nicholas J.
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The dispenser disclosed herein serves a single serving of a powdered nutrient contained within a container having multi-servings of the powdered nutrient. The dispenser has a metering device that operates as a ball valve or guillotine to dispense a single serving of the powdered nutrient into a water container. The dispenser also has a support surface that can be lowered and raised back up in order to fit a water container under the metering device and a distal tip of the metering device into a mouth of the water container so that no powdered nutrient spills out of the water container during transfer of the powdered nutrient from the metering device to the water container. 1. A dispenser for dispensing a single serve of a powdered nutrient , the dispenser comprising:a container for holding two or more servings of the powdered nutrient, the container having an opening and a first part of a fastening system;a metering unit defining a measuring cup for measuring the single serve of the powdered nutrient and dispensing the measured powdered nutrient, the metering unit having a second part of the fastening system wherein the first and second parts are removably attachable to each other so that the container is removable from the metering unit when the container is empty and a new container filled with the powdered nutrient is attachable to the metering unit;a stand for holding the metering unit above a surface.2. The dispenser of wherein the measuring cup is a ball with a cavity with a volume equal to the single serve of powdered nutrient.3. The dispenser of wherein the measuring cup is rotatable at least 180° so that the measuring cup is fillable with the powdered nutrient then rotated 180° to empty the powdered nutrient in the measuring cup into a water bottle.4. The dispenser of wherein the metering unit has a guillotine traversable between an opened position and a closed position claim 1 , the powdered nutrient filling the measuring cup when the guillotine is ...

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Номер записи: 21
21-01-2021 дата публикации

BULK MATERIAL METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210018352A1
Автор: Bostrom Benjamin, Hinner Pat, Klessig Robert
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A system and method for dispensing and simultaneously metering bulk material from storage bins, silos, rail cars, and other bulk material storage structures is provided. The bulk material metering system is configured to stop the flow of the bulk material on demand. The system is robust and capable of reliably and accurately dispensing and metering bulk materials with minimal maintenance. 1. A bulk material metering device comprising: a cylindrical body portion concentric about a central axis, the cylindrical body portion including an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the inner surface defines a first inner diameter portion defined by a first diameter and a second inner diameter portion defined by a second diameter, wherein the first diameter portion is immovably fixed to the second diameter portion and the second diameter is greater than the first diameter;', 'a first end cap secured to a first end of the cylindrical body portion, the first end cap including an inner surface and an outer surface;', 'a second end cap secured to a second end of the cylindrical body portion, the second end cap including an inner surface and an outer surface;', 'a bulk material receiving aperture located on an upper portion of the cylindrical body; and', 'a lower bulk material discharge opening located on a lower portion of the cylindrical body; and, 'a housing including a drive axis extending through the cylindrical body portion arranged coaxial with the central axis of the cylindrical body portion; and', 'a plurality of radially extending paddles extending from the drive axis towards the inner surface of the cylindrical body portion, wherein the paddles include distal ends that are spaced away from the second diameter portion., 'a rotatable drive member including2. A bulk material metering device of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the paddles include a rigid base portion and a flexible distal end portion.3. A bulk material metering device of claim 1 , wherein a wear ...

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Номер записи: 22
28-01-2016 дата публикации

DISPENSING DEVICES FOR DISPENSING PRECISE DOSES OF LIQUID

Номер: US20160025541A1
Автор: Nielsen Keld Krogh
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A dispensing device includes: a first chamber and a second chamber, the first chamber being longitudinally movable in the second chamber; an outlet passage fluidly connected to the second chamber; an intermediate valve positioned between an interior part of the first chamber and an interior part of the second chamber. The valve is configured to allow the liquid product to flow from the interior space of first chamber to the interior space of the second chamber when the first chamber is moved in a first longitudinal direction and to limit flow of the liquid product from the second chamber to the first chamber when the first chamber is moved in an opposite second longitudinal direction. A blocking member is movable in concert with the first chamber and configured to seal the outlet passage when the valve limits flow from the second chamber to the first chamber. 1. A precise-dosing dispensing device , comprising:a first chamber and a second chamber, the first chamber being longitudinally movable in the second chamber and having an outer surface sealingly contacting an inner surface of the second chamber;an outlet passage adapted to deliver the liquid product being dispensed by the dispensing device, said outlet passage being fluidly connected to the second chamber;an intermediate valve positioned between an interior part of the first chamber and an interior part of the second chamber, wherein the valve is configured to (a) allow the liquid product to flow from the interior space of first chamber to the interior space of the second chamber when the first chamber is moved in a first longitudinal direction and to (b) limit flow of the liquid product from the interior space of the second chamber to the interior space of the first chamber when the first chamber is moved in an opposite second longitudinal direction to dispense the liquid product from the second chamber through the outlet passage; anda blocking member movable in concert with the first chamber, the blocking ...

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Номер записи: 23
24-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PARALLEL PROCESSING OF BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES

Номер: US20190025163A1
Автор: Carrano John, SCHNEIDER Roland, Weigum Shannon
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A sample processing device includes a receiving chamber having a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet. The processing device also includes a metering portion having a metering reservoir fluidly coupled to the chamber outlet, and at least one vessel fluidly coupled to the metering reservoir by a syphon. The syphon is operable to actuate upon a preselected volume of liquid being received at the metering reservoir. The syphon includes a syphon inlet and a syphon outlet, with the syphon outlet being fluidly coupled to the vessel. The preselected volume of liquid corresponds to a volume of liquid necessary to deliver a metered volume of fluid to the vessel. 1. A diagnostic testing device comprising:a receiving chamber having a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet;a metering portion having a metering reservoir fluidically coupled to the chamber outlet; anda plurality of assaying vessels fluidically coupled to the metering reservoir by a syphon, the syphon being operable to deliver a metered volume of liquid to each of the plurality of assaying vessels upon a preselected volume of liquid being received at the metering reservoir,wherein the syphon comprises a plurality of syphon inlets and a plurality of syphon outlets, each syphon outlet being fluidically coupled to a corresponding one of the plurality of assaying vessels,wherein a first at least one of the plurality of assaying vessels is operable to perform an immunological assay, andwherein a second at least one of the plurality of assaying vessels is operable to perform a molecular assay.2. The diagnostic test device of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of assaying vessels comprises an elongated tube that forms a part of a monolithic member.3. The diagnostic test device apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first at least one of the plurality of assaying vessels is pre-populated with lyophilized reagents operable to perform a loop-mediated isothermal amplification assay.4. The diagnostic test device apparatus of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 24
29-01-2015 дата публикации

AUTO-REFILL SINGLE DOSE DISPENSER

Номер: US20150028063A1
Автор: Brannon Patrick, Skillin Clifford
Принадлежит: MWV SLATERSVILLE, LLC

A single dose dispenser for dispensing product from a container is disclosed. The dispenser includes a body portion having skirt configured to couple to a container. A top is connected to the body portion that has a dispensing orifice formed therethough. A middle deck extends across an interior of the body portion forming a storage chamber between the top, inner surface of the body portion and the middle deck for temporarily holding product therein from the container. A cap is connected to the upper deck to selectively seal the dispensing orifice. A reservoir chamber depends from the middle deck for temporarily receiving product from the storage chamber. A flow conduit extends upwards from the middle deck up to the dispensing orifice and downwards into the reservoir chamber for dispensing product from the reservoir chamber. 1. A one-piece , molded , single-dose dispenser for dispensing product from a container , comprising:a body portion having an inner wall and skirt, the skirt having a portion configured and arranged to couple to a container;a top connected to the body portion, the top having an upper deck and dispensing orifice formed therethough;a middle deck extending across an interior of the body portion forming a storage chamber between the top, inner surface of the body portion and the middle deck for temporarily holding product therein, the middle deck in fluid communication with the container;a cap connected to the upper deck, configured and arranged to selectively seal the dispensing orifice;a reservoir chamber depending from the middle deck, the reservoir chamber having a reservoir closure member for closing an open bottom end of the reservoir chamber, the reservoir chamber in fluid communication with the storage chamber; anda flow conduit extending upwards from the middle deck in fluid connection to the dispensing orifice on the upper deck of the top, the flow conduit further depending downwardly into an interior of the reservoir chamber;whereby ...

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Номер записи: 25
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Dosing Dispensing Closure

Номер: US20170029177A1
Автор: HOLROYD Simon, Laakso Aki Hannu Einari, PELAYO Xorge Castro, Strutt Benjamin John
Принадлежит: Reckitt Benckiser (Brands) Limited

The dose dispense closure for a squeezable container. The closure has a body cap with inlet orifices and a transit orifice which allows composition into the body cap. A piston is provided within the body cap When the container is squeezed, the piston is forced down, thereby expelling liquid from a control cap until the piston lands on the end of a duct in the control cap to prevent further dispensing. When the squeezing force is removed, the piston returns to its start position. The piston is biased towards the end wall of the body cap by a compression element The body cap is attached directly to the container such that rotation of the body cap allows adjustment of the dosage without having to remove the body cap. 1. A dosing dispensing closure having user selectable feature in controlling the amount of a fluid composition dispensed from the said closure , the said dosing dispensing closure comprising:a body cap which includes a cap top and a cylindrical section extending from the cap top, the cylindrical section having a bore, a sidewall and an end wall, the cylindrical section having one or more bridge sections between the sidewall and the cap top and one or more inlet orifices intermediate the one or more bridge sections which define fluid passages adapted to permit the flow of a fluid composition therethrough, the end wall having at least one transit orifice adapted to permit the flow of a fluid composition therethrough;a piston assembly comprising a piston head and a compression element biasing the piston towards the end wall of the body cap, wherein the piston assembly is positioned within the bore of the cylindrical section and the piston head is moveable within the bore;and a control cap which is at least partially displaceable with respect to the body cap, which control cap includes a control cap end through which extends a fluid delivery tube, an interior sidewall having at least one full-height sidewall section and at least one reduced-height sidewall ...

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Номер записи: 26
02-02-2017 дата публикации

DOSING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170030754A1
Автор: MARCHESINI Vainer
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A dosing apparatus () for dosing powdery, granular or flaked substances, comprises: 21103538302035. A dosing apparatus () according to claim 1 , in which the dosing device () is disposed inside a housing () that communicates with a main portion () of the containment chamber () claim 1 , wherein the homogenizing device () is arranged claim 1 , said vertical plane (P) passing outside the housing () claim 1 , in the operative configuration.313535103535383035abab. A dosing apparatus () according to claim 2 , wherein said housing () is internally delimited by a curved surface () partially surrounding the dosing device () claim 2 , and by a flat surface () which connects said curve surface () with the main portion () of the containment chamber () claim 2 , said flat surface () being arranged substantially vertically in the operative configuration.4135393030b. A dosing apparatus () according to claim 2 , wherein the housing () is formed internally of a protuberance () which is protruding from a lower region () of the containment chamber ().535383036. A dosing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the housing () communicates with the main portion () of the containment chamber () via a passage space () through which said substance may flow.6130313230333132. A dosing apparatus () according to claim 1 , in which the containment chamber () is defined by a first end wall () and a second end wall () claim 1 , facing each other and arranged transversely with respect to said axis (Y) claim 1 , the containment chamber () being further defined by a side surface () that connects said first end wall () and said second end wall ().7130313230333132363132. A dosing apparatus () according to claim 5 , in which the containment chamber () is defined by a first end wall () and a second end wall () claim 5 , facing each other and arranged transversely with respect to said axis (Y) claim 5 , the containment chamber () being further defined by a side surface () that connects said first end ...

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Номер записи: 27
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Calibration unit and method for metering a dosage unit

Номер: US20180031410A1
Автор: Andreas Lux, Benedict Kleine-Koenig, Jonas Hoepfer
Принадлежит: HARRO HOFLIGER VERPACKUNGSMASCHINEN GMBH

A calibration unit is for a capacitive measuring system in a metering installation, or a metering installation for in particular solid pharmaceutical dosage units, and to an associated method for metering. The calibration unit includes a test body, a drive for the test body, and a guide for the test body. The guide has a first terminal position, a second terminal position, and a guided section that runs between the two terminal positions. The drive is configured for moving the test body along the guided section in a reciprocating manner between the two terminal positions. The capacitive measuring system is calibrated via the calibration unit. The dosage units are then metered via the metering installation and checked for a properly metered mass via the calibrated capacitive measuring system.

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Номер записи: 28
04-02-2021 дата публикации

FLUID DISPENSING DEVICE

Номер: US20210033444A1
Автор: Puskur Partha Rao
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A fluid device generally comprises a staging reservoir which may receive a volume of fluid flowing from a primary reservoir via a controllable coupler, wherein the staging reservoir is usable to stage fluid within the device prior to pouring fluid from the device and is configured to allow a staged volume of fluid to be observed and/or measured in order to dispense a desired amount of fluid. 1. A device for dispensing fluids having a fluid staging orientation and fluid pouring orientation , the device comprising: a staging reservoir inlet configured to receive fluid flowing into the staging reservoir when the device is in a fluid staging orientation; and', 'a staging reservoir outlet configured to dispense fluid flowing out of the staging reservoir when the device is in a fluid pouring orientation;, 'a staging reservoir usable for measuring a volume of fluid therein and dispensing a volume of fluid therefrom comprising a coupler mating surface configured to receive and releasably attach to a primary reservoir mating surface;', 'a coupler inlet configured to allow fluid to flow from the attached primary reservoir and into the coupler; and', 'a coupler outlet configured to deliver fluid from the coupler, with a first fluid flow path defined between the coupler inlet and the coupler outlet;, 'a coupler releasably attachable to a primary reservoir and in fluid communication with the staging reservoir, the coupler comprising when the control valve is operating to allow fluid to flow into the staging reservoir inlet and the device is in a staging orientation, fluid disposed in the primary reservoir flows therefrom through the coupler input and into the staging reservoir, thereby staging a volume of fluid in the staging reservoir; and', 'when the control valve is operating to restrict fluid flow and the device is in a fluid pouring orientation, fluid does not flow from the primary reservoir and fluid flows from the staging reservoir outlet; and, 'a control valve positioned ...

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Номер записи: 29
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Brush Auger Meter

Номер: US20170043961A1
Автор: Brian Kaltner, Keith Woodruff
Принадлежит: Individual

A device for metering granular or powered product having a meter housing, an auger housing positioned within the meter housing, the auger housing having an inlet opening for receiving the granular or powdered product, a rotatable spiral brush mounted within the auger housing, a first discharge outlet near one end of the auger housing for discharging granular or powdered product, and another opening near another end of the auger housing for discharging granular or powdered product not discharged through the first discharge opening. A method for metering granular or powdered product is also provided.

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Номер записи: 30
19-02-2015 дата публикации

ONE-PIECE SELF-LEVELING MEASURED DOSE DISPENSING CLOSURE

Номер: US20150048122A1
Автор: Skillin Clifford W.
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A single dose dispensing closure has a main body with an upper skirt portion for measuring and dispensing a predetermined dose of a flowable product from a container. A bottom wall, a rearwardly angled wall extending upwardly from the bottom wall, and an interior surface of the upper skirt together define a measuring reservoir. A port allows a product to flow from a container into the main body. A lid is movable to a closed position in which the lid portion and the main body define a filling chamber. A hinged closure tab seals an exit orifice on the front of the lid portion. When the exit orifice is closed, a user inverts the dispensing closure and container to substantially fill the filling chamber. When the dispensing closure is righted, a predetermined dose of the flowable product is retained in the reservoir, ready to be dispensed through the exit orifice. 1. A single dose dispensing closure for dispensing a flowable product from a product container , said single dose dispensing closure comprising:a main body portion having a middle deck, a lower skirt portion extending downwardly from the middle deck and an upper skirt portion extending upwardly from the middle deck,said lower skirt portion being configured and arranged to be secure to a product container;said main body portion having a front and a rear,said middle deck having a port for passage of said flowable product from said container into said main body portion, said port being located adjacent the rear of said main body portion, said main body portion further including an interior wall extending upwardly from middle deck, said interior wall being integrally connected with an interior surface of the upper skirt portion whereby said middle deck, said interior wall and said upper skirt portion cooperate to define an interior measuring reservoir for measuring a predetermined dose of said flowable product;a lid portion connected to said upper skirt portion of said main body portion by a living hinge, said lid ...

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Номер записи: 31
25-02-2016 дата публикации

COMPOSITION DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20160051805A1
Автор: Eisenschenk Blake, Erdahl Dallas, Kramer Thomas Edward, Scorzelli Christopher J., Stephanchick Zachary, Tradewell Michael Bennett, Witzman Mike
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A self-contained composition dosing and delivery system combination, such as described herein. The device also provides a dosing element internal the device chamber. In particular the device may be used to deliver liquid medicine. The device may also include child-proof means to reduce child poisoning due to Over-the-Counter (OTC) medication overdoses. 1. The method of dispensing a composition comprising:grasping a composition dispenser wherein the composition dispenser comprises; a composition housing wherein the composition housing comprises a storage reservoir and a delivery reservoir in fluid communication with one another via at least one fluid transfer opening, wherein the storage reservoir is configured to hold a composition prior to measuring a dose for a person and wherein the delivery reservoir is a chamber where the composition is dosed and delivered; a plunger wherein at least a portion of the plunger is positioned within the delivery reservoir and a lid member with a tip, wherein the lid member is movably coupled to the composition housing such that the tip is aligned with the delivery reservoir and is positionable to selectively close the at least one fluid transfer opening;positioning the lid member to open the at least one fluid transfer opening;drawing a portion of the plunger out of the delivery reservoir filling the delivery reservoir with a dose of the composition;rotating the lid member thereby closing the at least one fluid transfer opening and placing the drawn portion of the plunger in the delivery reservoir, thereby delivering the dose of the composition.2. The method of wherein the composition dispenser further comprises a cap wherein the cap is configured to removeably couple to the lid member.3. The composition dispenser of wherein the cap further comprises a push-activated child safety means.4. The composition dispenser of wherein the lid member further comprises a safety tab and the cap further comprises a tab receiver.5. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 32
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Metering Roller

Номер: US20200047924A1
Автор: Brecht Sven
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A metering roller is for filling a vessel with a portion of a powder product to be metered. The metering roller includes a roller jacket, a filter element, a filter strip, a seal and a clamping core. The roller jacket defines at least one metering opening completely penetrating the roller jacket from its outer side to its inner side, the metering opening being delimited on the inside via a filter element. The filter element is pressed by the clamping core via the filter strip against the inner side of the roller jacket. The seal is arranged between the filter element and the filter strip, the metering opening being exposed to a negative pressure through the filter element via at least one pressure channel in the filter strip. The seal seals a connection of the pressure channel to the metering opening. The seal is an elastomer cured onto the filter strip. 1. A metering roller for filling a target vessel with a portion of a powder product to be metered , the metering roller comprising:a roller jacket having an inner side and an outer side;a filter element;a filter strip;a seal;a clamping core;said roller jacket defining at least one metering opening completely penetrating said roller jacket from said outer side to said inner side;said at least one metering opening being delimited inside via said filter element;said filter element being pressed by said clamping core via said filter strip against said inner side of said roller jacket;said seal being arranged between said filter element and said filter strip;said at least one metering opening being exposed to a negative pressure through said filter element via at least one pressure channel in said filter strip;said seal sealing a connection of said at least one pressure channel to said metering opening; and,said seal being an elastomer cured onto said filter strip.2. The metering roller of claim 1 , wherein said cured-on elastomer extends over a total connection surface of said filter strip facing said inner side of said ...

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Номер записи: 33
22-02-2018 дата публикации

HYDROSTATIC METERING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR METERING FLUIDS BY USING SUCH A METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180052026A1
Автор: Mönkedieck Jürgen
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The invention relates to a hydrostatic metering system (), in particular for metering fluids in mixing systems, comprising at least one metering pipe (), a pressure sensor (), which is arranged at a base part () of the metering pipe (), an inlet valve (), by means of which the fluid can be fed to the metering pipe (), and a metering valve (), by means of which the fluid can be discharged from the metering pipe (). Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for metering fluids by using the hydrostatic metering system (). 1. A hydrostatic metering system for metering fluids in mixing systems , comprising: at least one metering pipe , a pressure sensor , which is arranged at a base part of the metering pipe , an inlet valve , by means of which the fluid can be fed to the metering pipe , a metering valve , by means of which the fluid can be discharged from the metering pipe , and the metering pipe having a top part including a pressure sensor.2. (canceled)3. The hydrostatic metering system of claim 1 , in which the metering pipe is configured as a replaceable pipe fitting made of a fluid-resistant material.4. The hydrostatic metering system of in which the metering valve is configured as a two-stage valve.5. The hydrostatic metering system of in which the inlet valve is connected to a supply line.6. The hydrostatic metering system of in which the supply line is connected to a buffer vessel disposed in vertical direction above the at least one metering pipe.7. The hydrostatic metering system of in which the metering valve is disposed in an outlet line which is connected to the base part.8. The hydrostatic metering system of in which the outlet line has a switching valve for taking samples.9. The hydrostatic metering system of claim 1 , further comprising an exhaust air duct through which displaced air can escape.10. The hydrostatic metering system of claim I in which the at least one metering pipe is arranged vertically.11. The hydrostatic metering system of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 34
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Liquid Measuring and Dispensing Container

Номер: US20170059383A1
Автор: Melia Paul
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A dual chambered dispensing bottle that utilizes gravity and bottle geometry to precisely dose a desired amount of a liquid. 1. A bottle for dispensing a liquid , the bottle comprising:a body defining a main chamber and a dispensing chamber located above the main chamber, the main chamber and the dispensing chamber being separated by an internal wall, the internal wall comprising a bottom wall and a spill wall extending upwardly at an angle from the bottom wall and terminating in a spill edge, the spill edge limiting the amount of liquid that can be held in the dispensing chamber while the bottle is at rest, the body comprising a bottom and sidewalls extending upwardly from the bottom, the internal wall, the bottom and a lower portion of the sidewalls defining the main chamber, an upper portion of the sidewalls and the internal wall defining the dispensing chamber, the lower portion of the sidewalls being of a construction and material that allows the lower portion of the sidewalls to be squeezed inwardly;a neck extending upwardly from the body above the dispensing chamber; anda transfer tube defining a passageway between the main chamber and the dispensing chamber, the transfer tube defining a lower opening communicating with the main chamber near the bottom and an upper opening communicating with the dispensing chamber and partially defined by the spill edge.2. The bottle of wherein the neck extends above a portion of the body laterally opposite the transfer tube.3. The bottle of further comprising a vent tube defining a passageway between the main chamber and the bottle neck.4. The bottle of wherein the vent tube defines a lower opening communicating with a portion of the main chamber above the internal wall and an upper opening communicating with the dispensing chamber.5. The bottle of wherein the neck terminates in a threaded portion configured to receive a threaded cap.6. A method of filling the bottle of comprising the steps of:filling the dispensing chamber ...

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Номер записи: 35
04-03-2021 дата публикации

CONCENTRATED LAUNDRY DETERGENT DISPENSER

Номер: US20210063219A1
Автор: Youdovin David N.
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A dispenser for dispensing a predefined volume of cleaning solution is provided. The dispenser comprises a dispensing section and a base. The dispensing section comprises a dispensing reserve, a measuring component disposed within the dispensing reserve, and a spout fluidly coupled to the measuring component. The measuring component is configured to provide a predefined volume of cleaning solution to be dispensed via the spout during a dispensing action of the dispenser. The base comprises a reservoir portion configured to contain the cleaning solution. When the dispensing section is coupled to the base, the dispensing reserve is in fluid communication with the reservoir portion. 1. A dispenser comprising: a dispensing reserve,', 'a measuring component disposed within the dispensing reserve, and', 'a spout fluidly coupled to the measuring component,', 'wherein the measuring component is configured to provide a predefined volume of cleaning solution to be dispensed via the spout during a dispensing action of the dispenser; and, 'a dispensing section comprisinga base comprising a reservoir portion configured to contain the cleaning solution, wherein the dispensing section is coupled to the base such that the dispensing reserve is in fluid communication with the reservoir portion.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning solution is laundry detergent and the predefined volume is an amount of laundry detergent to be used for washing one load of laundry in a washing machine.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the spout is a no drip spout.4. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the dispensing action comprises at least partially inverting the dispenser.5. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the dispensing section further comprises a pod chamber configured to receive a cleaning pod comprising concentrated cleaning solution therein.6. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the pod chamber comprises an opening mechanism configured to at least partially open the cleaning ...

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Номер записи: 36
11-03-2021 дата публикации

VARIABLE RATE AIR METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210072063A1
Автор: Hanrahan Ryan, Hyde Kenneth, Kean Justin, Kordick Rusty
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A variable rate air metering system is provided. The system includes seed meter cartridges, each having a housing, a meter wheel, and a variable speed electric motor operatively connected to the seed meter cartridge. The seed meter cartridges provide flowable material to distribution manifolds, which are configured to distribute flowable material to multiple row outputs for deposition into a field. A control system is configured to control operation of the distribution manifolds for enabling/disabling dispersement of flowable material to row units. The control system is also configured to adjust the dispersement rate of flowable material by the seed meter cartridges in association with the opening/disabling the dispersement of flowable material to row outputs. 1. A variable rate air metering system , comprising:a seed meter cartridge;the seed meter cartridge having a housing;the seed meter cartridge having a meter wheel;the seed meter cartridge having a variable speed electric motor operatively connected to the meter wheel;wherein the variable speed electric motor is configured to control rotation of the meter wheel;a distribution manifold;the distribution manifold having an input;the distribution manifold having a plurality of row outputs 'the control system configured to control operation of the seed meter cartridge and the distribution manifold;', 'a control system;'}wherein the seed meter cartridge is configured to provide flowable material to the distribution manifold;wherein the distribution manifold is configured to distribute flowable material to the plurality of row outputs for deposition into a field;wherein the control system is configured to control opening and closing of the plurality of row outputs of the distribution manifold;wherein the control system is configured to adjust the rate of output of the seed meter cartridge in association with opening or closing the plurality of row outputs.21. The system of , wherein:each of the plurality of row ...

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Номер записи: 37
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Container Data Module for Dispensed Liquid

Номер: US20190072423A1
Автор: LOPEZ CARLOS A., Poon Bak Hang Stanley
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A data module is adapted for mounting to a liquid container, such as a water bottle, a wine bottle etc., for automatically calculating or monitoring the amount of liquid dispensed from the container. The module employs a pair of metal rings which function as a sensor to activate a timer as liquid passes through an outlet opening. The data may be used to calculate the amount of dispensed liquid and may be either stored at the module and/or may be wirelessly communicated from the module. 1. A liquid bottle and module therefor comprising:a bottle defining an opening; a base with an axially extending channel defining a passageway leading to a second opening;', 'a pair of axially spaced metal rings extending inwardly in said channel;', 'a microprocessor mounted to said base conductively communicating with said rings and having a data storage and automatically recording a time interval wherein liquid passes from said bottle through said second opening and calculating the volume of said liquid as a function of said time interval and storing said data indicative thereof in said data storage; and', 'a transmitter which wirelessly transmits data to a remote receiver., 'a data module assembly mounted to said bottle and communicating with said opening comprising2. The bottle and data module of wherein the microprocessor and transmitter are integrated into a unitary component.3. The bottle and data module of wherein the bottle is a plastic water bottle.4. The bottle and data module of wherein the bottle is a wine bottle.5. The bottle and data module of wherein said base receives a battery for said microprocessor.6. The bottle and data module of and further comprising a display which displays data indicative of the liquid volume passing through said opening.7. A liquid container and module therefor comprising:a liquid container defining an opening; a base defining an axially extending channel;', 'a sensor located adjacent said channel and exposed to liquid passing through said ...

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Номер записи: 38
26-03-2015 дата публикации

DOSING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DOSING AND DISPENSING BY MEANS OF THE DOSING DEVICE

Номер: US20150083753A1
Автор: Moreau Fabrice
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The invention relates to a dosing device comprising a storage container and a storage chamber disposed therein, a dosing container and a dosing chamber disposed therein, and a dosing connection between the storage chamber and the dosing chamber. 1. Dosing device , comprising a storage container with a storage chamber and a dosing container with a dosing chamber , a dosing connection between the dosing chamber and the storage chamber through which filling material comes from the storage chamber into the dosing chamber when the dosing device is pivoted around a pivot axis , wherein the dosing container comprises a filling level indicator with at least one curved marking line which indicates a certain filling level of the filling material in the dosing chamber at different pivot angles , wherein the dosing chamber has an axisymmetrical basic shape and the axis of symmetry of the basic shape of the dosing chamber is parallel to the pivot axis.2. Dosing device according to claim 1 , wherein a filling material level of the filling material of a predetermined filling quantity located in the dosing chamber is tangent to the marking line at different pivot angles.3. Dosing device according to claim 1 , wherein the filling level indicator comprises one or more marking lines and the marking lines are configured in the form of circle segments claim 1 , wherein the circles associated with the circle segments are disposed concentrically claim 1 , and that a center of the concentric circles lies on an axis of symmetry.4. Dosing device according to claim 1 , wherein the marking line comprises a single line section.5. Dosing device according to claim 1 , wherein the filling level indicator comprises an inscription with an association of the marking line and filling quantity.6. Dosing device according to claim 1 , wherein the dosing device comprises an outlet with an outlet opening for dispensing the filling material.7. Dosing device according to claim 6 , wherein the dosing device ...

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Номер записи: 39
29-03-2018 дата публикации

CROP FLOW MONITORING OF A CROP GATHERING DEVICE

Номер: US20180084719A1
Автор: Kettelhoit Boris, KRAUSE THILO, Neitemeier Dennis, NIENHAUS ANDREAS, SKIBA ANDREAS
Принадлежит: CLAAS SELBSTFAHRENDE ERNTEMASCHINEN GMBH

An agricultural work machine, such as a self-propelled harvester, is provided. The agricultural work machine includes a crop gathering machine which has a crop cutting device, a crop collecting device and/or a crop feeding device, and at least one crop conveyor, and comprising an image processing system, a data output unit, and at least one sensor system assigned to the crop gathering machine for recording a crop flow in the crop gathering machine. The sensor system is coupled to the image processing system for transferring images. The image processing system processes a selection of available images, such as by pre-processing the images to be transferred in a first step, in a further step determining an optical flow and corresponding vector fields from the pre-processed images, and in a subsequent step deriving and assessing speed trends of the crop flow from the corresponding vector fields. 1. An agricultural work machine comprising:a crop gathering machine comprising at least one of a crop cutting device, a crop collecting device or a crop feeding device, and at least one crop conveyor;an image processing system;a data output unit; andat least one sensor system assigned to the crop gathering machine for generating images in order to record a crop flow in the crop gathering machine,wherein the sensor system is in communication with the image processing system in order to transfer the images, (1) pre-processing the images,', '(2) determining an optical flow and corresponding vector fields from the pre-processed images, and', '(3) deriving and assessing speed trends of the crop flow from the corresponding vector fields., 'wherein the image processing system is configured to process a selection of the images by2. The agricultural work machine according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor system comprises a camera.3. The agricultural work machine according to claim 2 , wherein the camera is configured as a monochrome or a color camera.4. The agricultural work ...

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Номер записи: 40
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Granular Dispenser

Номер: US20160088961A1
Автор: Eaton Edward, Hammac Scott R., Kestner Kyle, Larson Eric, Malevanets Alexander, McCoy Zack, Yazvin Aleksandr
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A dispenser for granular material such as sugar and salt or other granular ingredients, including a collection portion and metering chamber. A metering cartridge located in the metering chamber includes a portion recess which collects a predetermined amount of granular material to be dispensed. The metering chamber is actuated and the granular material located in the portion recess is dispensed. 1. A dispenser comprising:a hopper having a collection portion and a metering chamber adjacent the collection portion and extending through the hopper, the collection portion having a sloped surface leading to a through-hole into the metering chamber; anda metering cartridge comprising at least a first portion recess oriented in a direction of the collection portion, the metering cartridge translatable between at least a first position wherein a portion of the first portion recess is open to the through-hole and a second position wherein at least a portion of the first portion recess extends exterior of the metering chamber.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising an actuator assembly having an actuator handle claim 1 , a trigger pivotably secured to the actuator handle claim 1 , and a linkage pivotably secured between the trigger and the metering cartridge claim 1 , wherein actuation of the trigger towards the actuator handle causes the metering cartridge to move within the metering chamber.3. The dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the metering cartridge further comprises a second portion recess adjacent the first portion recess claim 2 , the first portion recess having a first elongated dimension and the second portion recess having a second elongated dimension claim 2 , the first elongated dimension being greater than the second elongated dimension claim 2 , wherein when the metering cartridge is in the first position the second portion recess is open to the through-hole claim 2 , and the metering cartridge is further translatable to a third position wherein both the ...

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Номер записи: 41
05-04-2018 дата публикации

DOSING CLOSURE AND CONTAINER UTILIZING THE SAME

Номер: US20180094959A1
Автор: GIESKE Thomas Koll Porter, WILSON Tracie L.C.
Принадлежит: McCormick & Company, Incorporated

Doser for a container containing a substance. The doser includes a dosing member configured to be located at least partially inside a dispensing end of a container. The dosing member includes at least a bottom wall, a retaining wall and a retaining space of predetermined volume configured to retain a dispensable amount of said substance. When the doser is arranged on a container and the container dispenses the dispensable amount of the substance, the dosing member substantially prevents the substance contained in the container from either passing into the retaining space or being dispensed with the dispensable amount. 1. A doser for a container containing a substance , said doser comprising:a dosing member configured to be located at least partially inside a dispensing end of a container;said dosing member comprising at least a bottom wall and a retaining wall and a retaining space of predetermined volume configured to retain a dispensable amount of said substance,wherein, when the doser is arranged on a container and the container dispenses the dispensable amount of said substance, the dosing member substantially prevents the substance contained in the container from either passing into the retaining space or being dispensed with the dispensable amount.2. The doser of claim 1 , wherein the substance is a liquid.3. The doser of claim 2 , wherein the liquid is a drinkable or consumable liquid.4. The doser of claim 1 , wherein the substance is a particulate substance.5. The doser of claim 4 , wherein the particulate substance is one of:a particulate material;a powder;a dry consumable material; anda spice.6. The doser of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined volume comprises one of:a teaspoon;a fraction of a teaspoon;a half teaspoon;a tablespoon;a fraction of a table spoon; anda half tablespoon.7. The doser of claim 1 , wherein the bottom claim 1 , wall is tapered claim 1 , angled or pitched.8. The doser of claim 1 , wherein the retaining wall is configured to be spaced ...

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Номер записи: 42
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Grinding and Dispensing Assembly

Номер: US20210100278A1
Автор: Olmes Santofimio Bedoya
Принадлежит: Individual

An assembly for grinding and dispensing a substance. The assembly includes a grinding chamber formed by a grinding lid affixed to a grinding chamber housing having a grind mechanism. A joint mode base is removably secured to a lower side of the grinding chamber housing, wherein the joint mode base can transfer a ground substance from the grinding chamber housing directly into a rolling paper. The joint mode base includes a chamber funnel that can rotate between a loading position and a dispensing position. In the loading position, the chamber funnel receives the ground substance from the grinding chamber housing. In the dispensing position, the chamber funnel is rotated to dispense the ground substance onto a platform having a curved channel that holds the rolling paper. The joint mode base is interchangeable with other bases that can transfer the ground substance into a different receptacle.

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Номер записи: 43
08-04-2021 дата публикации

MEASURED FLUID DISPENSER

Номер: US20210102827A1
Автор: Battle Matthew, Bischoff Adrian
Принадлежит:

A measured fluid dispenser for dispensing fluid from a storage container includes a measurement chamber, a fluid flow passage fluidly connecting the measurement chamber with the storage container, and a valve that is movable between an open position in which the fluid flow passage is opened to permit fluid flow from the storage chamber to the measurement chamber, and a closed position in which the fluid flow passage is closed to prevent fluid flow between the measurement chamber and the storage chamber. The measurement chamber may be adjustable to vary a fillable volume of the measurement chamber to thereby preselect an amount of fluid to be dispensed. The valve may be a rotating valve including first and second valve parts which may form a divider of the dispenser that separates the measurement chamber from the storage container. 1. An adjustable measured fluid dispenser for dispensing fluid from a storage chamber of a storage container , the fluid dispenser comprising:a measurement chamber;at least one fluid flow passage configured to fluidly connect the measurement chamber with the storage chamber;at least one valve that is movable between a first position in which the at least one fluid flow passage is opened to permit fluid flow from the storage chamber to the measurement chamber, and a second position in which the at least one fluid flow passage is closed to prevent fluid flow between the measurement chamber and the storage chamber;wherein a fillable volume of the measurement chamber is adjustable to adjust an amount of fluid to be contained in the measurement chamber.2. The adjustable measured fluid dispenser according to claim 1 ,further comprising a divider that separates the measurement chamber from the storage chamber, the divider having at least one outlet of the at least one fluid flow passage that opens into the measurement chamber; andwherein the measurement chamber is at least partially formed by internal surfaces of a measurement container, wherein ...

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Номер записи: 44
29-04-2021 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR CONTINUOUS GRAVIMETRIC METERING OF POURABLE MATERIAL

Номер: US20210123791A1
Автор: Hauser Armin, Kasperek Daniel
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An apparatus () for continuous gravimetric metering of pourable material comprises a housing () comprising a first and a second spaced wall (), a charging port () through the first wall (), and a discharging port () through the first wall () displaced from the charging port () and a primary air port () with a primary outlet opening () through the second wall () opposite to the discharging port (). In the second wall () a secondary air port () is provided with a secondary outlet opening () having a substantially smaller outlet area than the primary outlet opening () and being displaced from the primary outlet opening in opposite direction to the rotational direction of the rotor () and being arranged opposite to the discharging port (), and where the primary and secondary air ports () are connected to a compressed air supply. 1. Apparatus for continuous gravimetric metering of pourable material , such as a fuel material , preferably comprising coal , comprising:a housing comprising a first and a second mutually spaced wall, a charging port through said first wall, a discharging port through one of said walls displaced from said charging port and at essentially same radius as said charging port with respect to a predetermined vertical axis, a primary air port through the other wall opposite to said discharging port, said primary air port having a primary outlet opening and being connected to a compressed air supply;a rotor mounted in and sealed to said housing for rotation about said predetermined vertical axis including a plurality of pockets extending therethrough at spaced locations separated by a rotor partition wall having a thickness t, said pockets having a pocket opening front edge as seen in the rotational direction of the rotor and said pockets forming a first ring of pockets along the same radius as said charging and discharging ports, a circular measuring path being defined between the charging port and the discharging port, the pockets receiving material ...

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Номер записи: 45
02-04-2020 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PACKAGING AND DISPENSING A PRODUCT, NOTABLY A PHARMACEUTICAL OR COSMETIC PRODUCT

Номер: US20200103266A1
Автор: Yan Jian
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The device for packaging and dispensing a product including a storage container () provided with at least one variable-volume compartment () containing the product, a pressurizing means () able to permanently pressurize the product contained in the compartment, and a dispensing head () having a mounting base () attached to the container. The dispensing head further includes a dispensing member () mounted inside the mounting base () with the ability to move in rotation, a piston () with the ability to move in translation inside the dispensing member () and able to delimit, inside the said member, opposing first and second metering chambers (), and at least first and second orifices () formed on the dispensing member () and respectively able to be in direct fluidic communication with the first and second metering chambers (). 1. A device for packaging and dispensing a product , notably a pharmaceutical or cosmetic product , comprising a storage container provided with at least one variable-volume compartment containing said product , a pressurizing means that is able to permanently pressurize the product contained in said compartment , and a dispensing head comprising a mounting base fastened to the container , characterized in that the dispensing head also comprises:a dispensing member mounted inside the mounting base in a rotatable manner,a piston that is movable in translation inside the dispensing member and is able to delimit, inside said member, opposite first and second metering chambers, andat least first and second orifices that are formed in the dispensing member and are respectively able to be in direct fluidic communication with the first and second metering chambers,the metering member being movable at least between a first position, in which said first orifice is in fluidic communication with the variable-volume compartment of the container and in which said second orifice is in fluidic communication with at least one outlet orifice of the dispensing ...

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Номер записи: 46
13-05-2021 дата публикации

DEBRIS REMOVAL SYSTEM FOR AN AGRICULTURAL METERING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210136998A1
Автор: Ryder Nicholas George Alfred, Stuart Graham Douglas
Принадлежит:

A meter roller for an agricultural metering system includes multiple flutes and corresponding recesses. The flutes and the corresponding recesses are configured to meter flowable particulate material from a storage tank to a material distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller also includes multiple air passages formed within a body of the meter roller. Each air passage is fluidly coupled to a central cavity of the meter roller and extends to a base of a respective recess, and the air passage is configured to flow air from the central cavity into the respective recess. 1. A meter roller for an agricultural metering system , comprising:a plurality of flutes and a corresponding plurality of recesses, wherein the plurality of flutes and the corresponding plurality of recesses are configured to meter flowable particulate material from a storage tank to a material distribution system via rotation of the meter roller; anda plurality of air passages formed within a body of the meter roller, wherein each air passage of the plurality of air passages is fluidly coupled to a central cavity of the meter roller and extends to a respective recess of the plurality of recesses, and the air passage is configured to flow air from the central cavity into the respective recess.2. The meter roller of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of air passages comprises a first set of air passages extending to a first recess of the plurality of recesses and a second set of air passages extending to a second recess of the plurality of recesses.3. The meter roller of claim 1 , wherein at least one air passage of the plurality of air passages extends to a base of a respective recess of the plurality of recesses.4. The meter roller of claim 2 , wherein the first set of air passages are arranged along a rotational axis of the meter roller claim 2 , the second set of air passages are arranged along the rotational axis of the meter roller claim 2 , or a combination thereof.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 47
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Split meter roller shaft

Номер: US20160120111A1
Автор: Ethan Curtis Stephen Bent, Joel John Octave Gervais
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

An agricultural metering system includes a driven shaft having a first engagement feature configured to selectively engage a second engagement feature of a drive shaft mounted within a meter box of the agricultural metering system to non-rotatably couple the driven shaft to the drive shaft. The agricultural metering system includes a meter roller non-rotatably coupled to the driven shaft. The meter roller is configured to be selectively disposed within the meter box, and the first engagement feature is configured to engage the second engagement feature while the meter roller is disposed within the meter box to facilitate rotation of the meter roller in response to rotation of the drive shaft.

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Номер записи: 48
04-05-2017 дата публикации

System for discharging dry solids and an associated method thereof

Номер: US20170121116A1
Автор: Tiffany Elizabeth Pinard Westendorf, Yashwanth Tummala
Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A system for discharging dry solids into high pressure environments is disclosed. The system includes a hopper, a feeder device coupled to the hopper, and a discharge device disposed downstream relative to the feeder device. The feeder device includes a rotatable casing including a plurality of pockets, a stationary core disposed within the rotatable casing, and a plurality of valves. Each pocket includes an inlet, an outlet, and a plurality of first through-holes. The stationary core includes a plurality of channels, where each channel includes a plurality of second through-holes. Each valve is disposed at the outlet of a corresponding pocket from the plurality of pockets. The discharge device includes a valve actuator configured to actuate each valve.

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Номер записи: 49
16-04-2020 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR METERING FILLING MATERIAL

Номер: US20200115072A1
Автор: Boehringer Walter, Runft Werner, Schlipf Jens, Wick Wolfgang
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a device for filling containers with filling material in powder form, comprising: at least one metering wheel (); a metering chamber (); at least one container () for discharging into the metering chamber () a filling material () to be metered; at least one filter () which is mounted on the metering chamber (), the filter () being non-permeable to the filling material () and permeable to a gaseous medium; at least one feed () for the gaseous medium, to influence the filling material () to be metered in the metering chamber () by means of the gaseous medium via the filter (), at least one transport means () being provided to displace the filter () such that a new region of the filter () reaches the underside of the metering chamber (). 129282827212828362828362146362128284336362828a,ba,ba,ba,ba,b. A device for filling a receptacle with filling material , the device comprising at least one metering wheel () , at least one metering chamber () , at least one container () for delivering the filling material () to be metered into the metering chamber () , at least one filter () , which is arranged on the metering chamber () , wherein the filter () is configured to be non-permeable to the filling material () and to be permeable for a gaseous medium , at least one feeder () for the gaseous medium , in order to act , by means of the gaseous medium , via the filter () , upon the filling material () to be metered into the metering chamber () , the device further comprising at least one transport means () for displacing the filter () such that a further region of the filter () reaches an underside of the metering chamber ().23629. The device as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the filter () is displaceable in a radial and/or axial direction with respect to an axis of rotation of the metering wheel ().34436. The device as claimed in and further comprising at least one tensioning means () for tensioning the filter ().4434748. The device as ...

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Номер записи: 50
25-08-2022 дата публикации

POWDER SUPPLY APPARATUS

Номер: US20220268616A1
Автор: FUKUI Hideyuki
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A powder supply apparatus includes a measuring shaft having a recess to be filled with powder, and a powder filling mechanism for filling the recess of the measuring shaft with the powder. The powder supply apparatus includes a rotary cylinder for sliding the measuring shaft along an axis of the measuring shaft, and a distal-end cover plate of a cylinder where the powder in the recess is leveled off by a slide of the measuring shaft. The rotary cylinder directs the recess downward by rotating the measuring shaft about the axis of the measuring shaft and supplies the leveled powder in the recess downward from the recess to a lifting plate at a predetermined position by dropping the powder. 1. A powder supply apparatus comprising:a measuring shaft having a recess to be filled with powder;a powder filling mechanism for filling the recess of the measuring shaft with the powder;a slide mechanism for sliding the measuring shaft along an axis of the measuring shaft;a leveling member for leveling off the powder in the recess by a slide of the measuring shaft; andan axial rotation mechanism that directs the recess downward by rotating the measuring shaft about the axis of the measuring shaft and supplies the leveled powder in the recess downward from the recess by dropping the powder.2. The powder supply apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the powder filling mechanism includes:a cylinder in which at least the recess of the measuring shaft is allowed to be placed and the powder is disposed; anda cylinder rotation mechanism that rotates the cylinder so as to agitate the powder in the cylinder and fill the recess with the powder.3. The powder supply apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the powder filling mechanism further includes a powder agitator blade projecting from an inner surface of the cylinder.4. The powder supply apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the powder filling mechanism further includes an air blowing unit that agitates the powder by blowing air ...

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Номер записи: 51
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for dispensing a granular product

Номер: US20180127129A1
Автор: Gold Gil, Levy Tamir
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A dispensing apparatus adapted to dispense powered products, such as protein that tends to compact and stick together, from a storage container into a dispensing chute using a hard rotatable ball or other member that contains one or more elongated slots or cavities. The rotating ball fits tightly into a flexible dispensing cup with a flexible, but tight seal. The ball is rotated by shaft with a handle to load one of the cavities with product. The dispensing cup has one or more hand and finger like structures that extend into the storage container that, when the ball is rotated are caused to move laterally, vibrating and dislodging the powder to flow into one of the cavities. Then, when the ball is rotated 180 degrees, the product drops out of the cavity into the dispensing chute. 1. A dispenser constructed to dispense a predetermined amount of a powdered product from a storage container into a dispensing chute , the dispenser comprising:a removable powder product storage container in communication with a dispensing mechanism; (a) a rotatable spherical ball attached to a shaft, the rotatable spherical ball having a smooth surface, wherein said smooth surface contains two cavities opposed to one-another by 180 degrees, each of the cavities constructed to contain the predetermined amount of the powered product;', '(b) a flexible dispensing cup attachable to the product storage container having an upper funnel part and a lower spherical part that forms a flexible spherical cavity constructed to receive the rotatable spherical ball, the spherical ball rotatable in the flexible spherical cavity by the shaft that penetrates the spherical ball, the flexible dispensing cup having a sealing lip that fits circumferencially around the spherical ball forming a powder-tight seal;', '(c) two flat parallel hand and finger members attached to the flexible dispensing cup, each finger member having a top end and a bottom end, the top ends extending vertically from the flexible ...

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Номер записи: 52
23-04-2020 дата публикации

PORTABLE APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING INFUSED OIL

Номер: US20200122055A1
Автор: Tumey David M.
Принадлежит: Bluegrass Farmaceutucals, LLC

The present general inventive concept provides, for example, an oil infuser and metered dispenser for creating botanical extracts, and in particular cannabis-infused oil for use in consumable products such as foodstuffs. The dispenser comprises an infusing compartment and a filter disposed therein for receiving one or more botanical pods. A pump draws a base oil from a heated infusing compartment through the filter and botanical pods, and out the filter back into the infusing compartment. The oil continues circulating in this fashion until the concentration of the infusion reaches a desired level at which time the oil is pumped into a dispensing compartment. The filter prevents particulate matter from accumulating in the infused oil. A sensor is included for measuring predetermined amounts of infused oil. Flavored botanical pods are provided for infusing seasoning, herbs, and other flavors into the base oil in addition to cannabis floral material. 1. An infusing apparatus , comprising:an infusing compartment having an electrically powered resistive heating element operably connected thereto configured to hold a predetermined amount of a fluid;a fluid circulator operably disposed to said infusing compartment for circulating said fluid;a filter zone disposed within said infusing compartment through which said fluid passes and for receiving an ingredient in which at least apart thereof is infused in said fluids to provide infused fluid; anda conduit operably connected to said infusing compartment for removing infused fluid therefrom.2. The infusing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said fluid circulator is an electrically actuated fluid pump.3. The infusing apparatus of claim 2 , wherein said fluid pump includes a variable speed controller.4. The infusing apparatus of which further includes a pump operably connected to said conduit for pumping an amount of said infused fluid out said conduit.5. The infusing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said fluid is an oil.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 53
17-05-2018 дата публикации

Powder Dosing System

Номер: US20180132652A1
Автор: Mark LAFOSSE
Принадлежит: Individual

A portable storage and dispensing device for powder to be mixed with liquid is provided. The device, when actuated, dispenses measured powder portions from a reservoir of soluble powder and communicates those measured portions to a drinking vessel or container. The device includes a cannister having an interior cavity for positioning a powder reservoir which is adapted for dispensing with only one hand while gripping a central portion of the cannister. A dispensing end of the cannister is adapted to deposit the powder in small-mouthed containers and concurrently avoid spillage.

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Номер записи: 54
17-06-2021 дата публикации

DISPENSING POWDER

Номер: US20210178689A1
Автор: EWALD Brent, Rode Michael
Принадлежит: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

In one example, a device to dispense a powder includes a hopper, an outlet from the hopper, a dispenser to dispense powdered build powder from the hopper through the outlet, and an agitator movable at the outlet intermittently at the urging of the dispenser. 1. A device to dispense a powder , comprising:a hopper having sidewalls that extend toward an outlet;a dispenser at the outlet, the dispenser movable between a first position in which powder is not dispensed from the outlet and a second position in which powder is dispensed from the outlet; anda flap inside the hopper upstream from the dispenser in a direction powder leaves the hopper through the outlet, the flap movable by the dispenser across the hopper when the dispenser is moved from a first position toward a second position and/or from a second position toward a first position.2. The device of claim 1 , where the flap includes a fixed first part away from the dispenser and a movable second part overlapping the dispenser such that:the dispenser moves the second part of the flap across the hopper when the dispenser is moved from a first position toward a second position and/or from a second position toward a first position; andthe dispenser releases the second part of the flap to flex back across the hopper as the dispenser continues to be moved from a first position toward a second position and/or from a second position toward a first position.3. The device of claim 1 , where the flap is movable by the dispenser partially across the hopper.4. The device of claim 1 , where the dispenser comprises a doser movable between a first position in which the doser holds a fixed volume of powder and a second position in which the doser dispenses the fixed volume of powder from the hopper through the outlet.5. The device of claim 1 , where the dispenser comprises a valve integral to the outlet and movable between a first claim 1 , closed position in which powder in the hopper may not flow through the outlet and a second ...

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Номер записи: 55
31-05-2018 дата публикации

METER ROLLER AND CUTOFF SYSTEM

Номер: US20180149507A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Engel Gordon Anthony, Gervais Joel John Octave, Henry James Wayne, Kowalchuk Trevor Lawrence, Turner Jack Donald
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A system includes an agricultural metering system a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller includes a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses, and a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses. The first meter roller segment includes a first profile, the second meter roller includes a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile. The system also has a dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment. 1. An agricultural metering system , comprising:a housing configured to receive product from an agricultural product storage compartment; a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses;', 'a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses, wherein the first meter roller segment has a first profile, the second meter roller segment has a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile; and, 'a meter roller disposed within the housing and configured to meter the product to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller, wherein the meter roller comprisesa slide configured to selectively block at least a portion of the product flowing from the agricultural product storage compartment to the meter roller in response to sliding the slide along a longitudinal axis of the meter roller.2. The agricultural metering system of claim 1 , wherein the slide is configured to substantially match a shape of an outer surface of the meter roller such that a distance between the slide and the outer surface is less than an average radius of the product.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 56
31-05-2018 дата публикации

Meter roller and cutoff system

Номер: US20180149508A1
Автор: Ethan Curtis Stephen Bent, Gordon Anthony Engel, Jack Donald Turner, James Wayne Henry, Joel John Octave Gervais, Trevor Lawrence Kowalchuk
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada Ltd

A system includes an agricultural metering system a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller includes a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses, and a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses. The first meter roller segment includes a first profile, the second meter roller includes a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile. The system also has a dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment.

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Номер записи: 57
31-05-2018 дата публикации

METER ROLLER AND CUTOFF SYSTEM

Номер: US20180149509A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Engel Gordon Anthony, Gervais Joel John Octave, Henry James Wayne, Kowalchuk Trevor Lawrence, Turner Jack Donald
Принадлежит:

A system includes an agricultural metering system a meter roller configured to meter product from an agricultural product storage compartment to a product distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. The meter roller includes a first meter roller segment having a first plurality of flutes and a corresponding first plurality of recesses, and a second meter roller segment having a second plurality of flutes and a corresponding second plurality of recesses. The first meter roller segment includes a first profile, the second meter roller includes a second profile, and the first profile is different from the second profile. The system also has a dividing ring axially positioned between the first meter roller segment and the second meter roller segment. 1. A method of configuring an agricultural metering system , comprising:selectively directing a flow of product into one of a first segment of a meter roller and a second segment of the meter roller, and into the first and second segments of the meter roller to control the flow of the product through the meter roller to a product distribution system while the meter roller is rotating.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein selectively directing the flow of the product comprises positioning a slide in one of a first position and a second position claim 1 , the slide is configured to block the flow of the product into one of the first segment and the second segment while the slide is in the first position claim 1 , and the slide is configured to facilitate the flow of the product into the first and second segments while the slide is in the second position.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein selectively directing the flow of the product comprises translating a meter roller sleeve in an axial direction relative to the meter roller into one of a first position and a second position claim 1 , the meter roller sleeve is configured to block the flow of the product into one of the first segment and the second segment while the ...

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Номер записи: 58
07-05-2020 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR STORAGE AND DOSAGE OF A POWDER OR A LIQUID

Номер: US20200141779A1
Автор: Carlsson Martin, JANGSÄTER Magnus
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The present invention refers to a device for storage and dosage of a powder or a liquid, wherein the device comprises a removable top cap, an annular grip portion that encircles an upper part of a main container, which connects and locks to an outer container, which main container is arranged to store an amount of a powder or a liquid and the outer container encircles and connects the main container to a volume container, which volume container is used to adjust a dispensing volume of the device and has a removable bottom cap in its lower end through which the desired amount can be discharged. The invention further relates to the use of such a device. 1. A device for storage and dosage of a powder or a liquid , the device comprising a removable top cap , an annular grip portion that encircles an upper part of a main container , which connects and locks to an outer container , which main container is arranged to store an amount of a powder or a liquid and the outer container encircles and connects the main container to a volume container , which volume container is used to adjust a dispensing volume of the device and has a removable bottom cap at a lower end of the volume container through which a desired amount can be discharged.2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the top cap is provided with locking means and the main container is provided with locking means to detachably attach the top cap to the main container.3. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the top cap claim 1 , the annular grip portion claim 1 , the outer container claim 1 , the volume container and/or the bottom cap further comprises at least one gasket.4. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the volume to be discharged of the device is adjusted by rotating the volume container in relation to the main container or by sliding the volume container upwards or downwards in relation to the main container; wherein the volume container and the outer container comprises cooperating first and ...

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Номер записи: 59
31-05-2018 дата публикации

Sample receptacle, sample container and method of use

Номер: US20180149670A1
Автор: Olaf Bork
Принадлежит: Mastaplex Ltd

A sample receptacle including one or more receptacle cavities each having an opening dimensioned such that a liquid within the cavity is retained when the cavity opening is oriented downwardly and/or a gas vent in the base of each cavity sized and positioned to allow gases contained within the cavity to egress whilst preventing the egress of liquid at atmospheric pressure. A sample liquid may be poured into the sample receptacle so that the level of the sample liquid is above each cavity opening and the sample receptacle inverted so as to remove liquid above each cavity whilst retaining sample liquid in each sample receptacle when inverted. This may be used for sample separation or to provide relatively uniform sample volumes to sample wells of a sample container when mated. In another embodiment plungers may be used to eject liquid from receptacle wells via an aperture in the base of each receptacle well.

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Номер записи: 60
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Sampling Device

Номер: US20210190644A1
Автор: Pataki Attila, Pataki Sean Kim
Принадлежит: Pharma and Nutraceutical PD Pty Ltd

This invention relates to a sampling device. The device includes an elongate separating member having a sampling side and a non-sampling side. One or more through openings extend from the sampling side to the non-sampling side of the elongate member. The separating member is adapted for insertion into a reservoir of particulate material so as to define a sampling zone and a non-sampling zone within the reservoir. A shaft is positioned away from the sampling side and operably associated with the separating member, wherein the shaft is selectively rotatable about its longitudinal axis. One or more sample capturing scoops are attached to the shaft so as to be aligned with a respective opening. The or each scoop has a leading edge, a trailing edge and a cavity for receiving a sample of particulate material. The device is configured such that rotation of the shaft about its longitudinal axis causes a corresponding rotation of the or each scoop between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the leading edge of the associated scoop is located within the respective opening such that the opening is effectively closed and the remainder of the scoop projects away from the sampling side such that the sampling side of the separating member is free of protuberances during insertion into the reservoir. In the second position, the scoop is positioned on the sampling side and the leading edge of the associated scoop bears against the sampling side of the elongate member, thereby to enclose the sample of particulate material by the rotation of the scoop towards the second position. 1. A sampling device , including:an elongate separating member having a sampling side and a non-sampling side, the elongate separating member being a substantially open frame structure and including at least one separating plate, wherein the separating member has a flat smooth sampling side surface with substantially no enclosed volume along the entire length of the sampling side of ...

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Номер записи: 61
21-05-2020 дата публикации

METERING AND MIXING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200156028A1
Автор: MEIR Bernhard, PRESCH Georg, ROEMER Raffael, TEGEL Florian, WEINEKOETTER Ralf
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A metering and mixing system has at least one mixing device, in particular a continuous mixing device, which has at least one mixing container with a receiving region for receiving a mixing product and at least one mixing unit for mixing the mixing product which is in the mixing container, with at least one first metering device which has at least one first metering container having a receiving region for receiving a first mixing product component and at least one conveying unit for conveying the first mixing product component from the first metering container to the mixing container, and with at least one second metering device which has at least one second metering container having a receiving region for receiving a second mixing product component and at least one metering unit. 1. A metering and mixing system having at least one mixing device , in particular a continuous mixing device , which has at least one mixing container with a receiving region for receiving a mixing product , and at least one mixing unit for mixing the mixing product which is in the mixing container , with at least one first metering device which has at least one first metering container having a receiving region for receiving a first mixing product component and at least one conveying unit for conveying the first mixing product component from the first metering container to the mixing container , and with at least one second metering device which has at least one second metering container having a receiving region for receiving a second mixing product component and at least one metering unit ,whereinthe at least one metering unit is configured to supply the second mixing product component from the second metering container to the first metering device.2. The metering and mixing system as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe at least one metering unit is configured to supply the second mixing product component from the second metering container to the conveying.3. The metering and mixing system ...

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Номер записи: 62
23-06-2016 дата публикации

MODULAR FIBER FEEDER

Номер: US20160177643A1
Автор: Pham Hau Nguyen-Phuc
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An apparatus is disclosed, which controls and meters the feed of fibers into a fluid which includes a housing having an intake opening and a discharge opening, two or more toothed metering elements mounted on a plurality of spindles, and a shear bar disposed within the housing above and between the toothed metering elements. The spindles are rotatably mounted within the housing. A fluid is disposed adjacent the discharge opening for receiving fibers. In some cases, a mass of fibers is introduced into the apparatus via the intake opening, the mass of fibers contacts the shear bar and the toothed metering elements, and may be divided into substantially discrete fibers by the contact with the shear bar and the toothed metering elements, and delivery of the fibers to the fluid is metered by controlling rotational speed of the toothed metering elements. 1. An apparatus for controlling feed of fibers into a fluid , the apparatus comprising:a housing having an intake opening and a discharge opening;a plurality of toothed metering elements mounted on a plurality of spindles, the spindles rotatably mounted within the housing;a shear bar disposed above and between the plurality of toothed metering elements; and,a fluid disposed adjacent the discharge opening for receiving fibers.2. The apparatus of wherein a mass of fibers is introduced into the apparatus via the intake opening claim 1 , wherein the mass of fibers contacts the shear bar and the plurality of toothed metering elements claim 1 , and wherein delivery of the fibers to the fluid is metered by controlling rotational speed of the plurality of toothed metering elements.3. The apparatus of wherein the plurality of spindles is two spindles claim 2 , and wherein the two spindles rotate in opposite directions.4. The apparatus of wherein the mass of fibers is divided into substantially discrete fibers by the contact with the shear bar and the plurality of toothed metering elements.5. The apparatus of wherein the discrete ...

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Номер записи: 63
13-06-2019 дата публикации

Measuring Adapter Assembly for Closed Loop Fluid Transfer System

Номер: US20190176103A9
Автор: Freiburger Benjamin, Gevers Matthew, Headley Thomas, Holley Brock
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A measuring a closed-loop fluid transfer system is provided that includes a measuring adapter having a first end and a second ends, and a chamber located there between and configured to hold a volume of fluid. The measuring adapter includes a first receiving valve assembly located at the first end of the measuring adapter. The first receiving valve assembly includes a receiving valve member, at least a portion of which is separable from a portion of the first receiving valve assembly. This creates an opening that provides fluid communication to the chamber when a force is exerted on the receiving valve member of the first receiving valve assembly. A second valve assembly located at the second end of the measuring adapter includes a valve member. At least a portion of the valve member of the second valve assembly is separable from a portion of the second valve assembly to create an opening that provides fluid communication to the chamber. 1. A closed-loop fluid transfer system comprising:a measuring adapter having a first end and a second end, and a chamber located between the first and second ends configured to hold a volume of fluid;wherein the measuring adapter includes a first receiving valve assembly located at the first end of the measuring adapter, wherein the first receiving valve assembly includes a receiving valve member;wherein at least a portion of the receiving valve member of the first receiving valve assembly is separable from a portion of the first receiving valve assembly on the measuring adapter to create an opening that provides fluid communication to the chamber when a force is exerted on the receiving valve member of the first receiving valve assembly of the measuring adapter;a first container;wherein the first container includes a first valve assembly located at an end of the first container, wherein the first valve assembly on the first container includes a valve member;wherein the valve member of the first valve assembly of the first container ...

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Номер записи: 64
04-06-2020 дата публикации

METERING GATE FOR DUAL AUGER SPREADER

Номер: US20200173125A1
Автор: Grimes Jason K., Norkus Christopher Andrew Williams
Принадлежит:

A spreader assembly may include a hopper, a pair of augers positioned in a dual auger arrangement and a metering gate assembly including a gate and a biasing force generator. The gate may have a general M-shape with an inner extension and may be positioned generally above the augers with the inner extension extending between the augers. The biasing force generator may be operable to apply a biasing force to the gate causing the gate to operate as a metering gate. 1. A spreader assembly comprising:a hopper designed to hold associated granular material and comprising an opening;a first auger comprising flites;a second auger comprising flutes; and,a metering gate assembly including a gate and a biasing force generator;wherein:1) the first and second augers are positioned in a dual auger arrangement where they are: substantially parallel to each other; generally at the same height; and, noncollinear;2) the first and second augers are operable to move the associated granular material from within the hopper to outside the hopper through the hopper opening;3) the gate has a general M-shape with an inner extension positioned between first and second curved sections and first and second outer extensions positioned outside of the first and second curved sections, respectively;4) the gate is positioned generally above the first and second augers with: the first and second curved sections receiving the first and second augers, respectively; the inner extension extending between the first and second augers; and, the first and second outer extensions extending outside of the first and second augers, respectively; and,5) the biasing force generator is operable to apply a biasing force to the gate causing the gate to operate as a metering gate that compresses the associated granular material into the auger flites.2. The spreader assembly of wherein:the first auger has a longitudinal axis;the gate is pivotable with respect to the hopper; and,the gate is positioned at an acute angle ...

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Номер записи: 65
04-06-2020 дата публикации

Dosing Device

Номер: US20200173832A1
Автор: Hauser Armin, Kasperek Daniel
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A dosing device for the continuous, gravimetric dosing of pourable material particularly rough fuels, wherein a flow of material Is conveyed from a charging opening to an emptying opening in a housing with a rotor which is driven about a vertical rotation axis, while determining the instantaneous load over a measuring section, and with a force measuring device which detects the instantaneous toad of the flow of material guided via the rotor comprising a plurality of ribs and a peripheral ring said ribs being attached to the peripheral ring, and said ribs defining a number of chambers inside the peripheral ring for carrying material during operation wherein an elastic peripheral sealing lip is arranged on the peripheral ring and engaging an upper housing wall such that an outer peripheral volume of the inside of the housing is sealed from a central volume of the housing. 113311141160422. A dosing device () for the continuous , gravimetric dosing of pourable material particularly raw meal for cement production , wherein a flow of material is conveyed from a charging opening to an emptying opening in a housing with a rotor () which is driven about a vertical rotation axis , while determining the instantaneous load over a measuring section , and with a force measuring device which detects the instantaneous load of the flow of material guided via the rotor () comprising a plurality of ribs () and a peripheral ring () said ribs being attached to the peripheral ring , and said ribs () defining a number of chambers inside the peripheral ring for carrying material during operation characterized in that an peripheral sealing lip () is arranged on the peripheral ring () and engaging an upper housing wall () such that an outer peripheral volume of the inside of the housing is sealed from a central volume of the housing.2601436060223. The dosing device of claim 1 , characterized in that the peripheral sealing lip () is arranged on the peripheral ring () in an angle from the ...

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Номер записи: 66
05-07-2018 дата публикации

Measured dose dispensers and methods of using the same

Номер: US20180185865A1
Автор: Clifford W. Skillin, Patrick J. Brannon
Принадлежит: Silgan Dispensing Systems Slatersville LLC

A dispensing closure ( 10 ) for dispensing a flowable product ( 12 ) from a squeeze-type product container ( 14 ) includes a closure body ( 16 ) having an upper deck ( 32 ), an exit orifice ( 34 ), a flow conduit ( 36 ) providing a flow path to the exit orifice, and a skirt ( 40 ) configured to attach to the product container. A measuring reservoir ( 26 ) is received in engagement with a lower surface of the upper deck. The measuring reservoir is filled with a measured dose of flowable product through flow ports ( 54 ) when the container is inverted. A piston valve ( 28 ) is slidably movable within the measuring reservoir between an open position and a closed position. The piston valve is movable from the open position to the closed position to dispense the measured dose of product responsive to pressure within the container induced by squeezing.

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Номер записи: 67
05-07-2018 дата публикации

SPLIT METER ROLLER SHAFT

Номер: US20180188090A1
Автор: Bent Ethan Curtis Stephen, Gervais Joel John Octave
Принадлежит: CNH Industrial Canada, Ltd.

An agricultural metering system includes a driven shaft having a first engagement feature configured to selectively engage a second engagement feature of a drive shaft mounted within a meter box of the agricultural metering system to non-rotatably couple the driven shaft to the drive shaft. The agricultural metering system includes a meter roller non-rotatably coupled to the driven shaft. The meter roller is configured to be selectively disposed within the meter box, and the first engagement feature is configured to engage the second engagement feature while the meter roller is disposed within the meter box to facilitate rotation of the meter roller in response to rotation of the drive shaft. 1. An agricultural metering system , comprising:a driven shaft having a first engagement feature configured to selectively engage a second engagement feature of a drive shaft mounted within a meter box of the agricultural metering system to non-rotatably couple the driven shaft to the drive shaft; anda meter roller non-rotatably coupled to the driven shaft, wherein the meter roller is configured to be selectively disposed within the meter box, and the first engagement feature is configured to engage the second engagement feature while the meter roller is disposed within the meter box to facilitate rotation of the meter roller in response to rotation of the drive shaft.2. The agricultural metering system of claim 1 , wherein the first engagement feature comprises at least one protrusion and the second engagement feature comprises at least one recess claim 1 , wherein the protrusion is configured to engage the recess to non-rotatably couple the drive shaft to the driven shaft.3. The agricultural metering system of claim 2 , comprising a bearing on a longitudinal end of the driven shaft.4. The agricultural metering system of claim 3 , wherein the driven shaft is configured to non-rotatably couple to the drive shaft while the drive shaft is coupled to a drive unit. This application ...

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Номер записи: 68
05-07-2018 дата публикации

MEASURED DOSE DISPENSERS AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20180188091A1
Автор: DeMan Eelco, Koster Stefan
Принадлежит: SILGAN DISPENSING SYSTEMS NETHERLANDS B.V.

A dispensing closure for dispensing flowable product from a squeeze container includes a closure body having an upper deck and a dispensing orifice within the upper deck. A timing piston extends downwardly from the upper deck and is located adjacent to the dispensing orifice. The timing piston is movable between an open position wherein a flared piston neck is spaced from the dispensing orifice, and a closed position wherein the flared piston neck closes off the dispensing orifice. A timing vent within the upper deck is in communication with a piston chamber to allow air to escape the piston chamber. An air intake orifice within the upper deck allows air to enter the piston chamber, and a ball valve structure adjacent the bottom surface of the upper deck cooperates with the air intake orifice to control the flow of air through the air intake orifice. 1. A dispensing closure for dispensing a flowable product from a squeeze-type product container comprising:a closure body having an upper deck and a dispensing orifice within said upper deck, said closure body being configured to attach to a product container;a timing piston comprising a tubular piston guide extending downwardly from a bottom surface of said upper deck and a cup-shaped piston body slidably received on said piston guide, said piston body further having a flared neck portion, said piston body cooperating with said piston guide to form an enclosed piston chamber;a timing vent within said upper deck in communication with said piston chamber to allow air to escape said piston chamber;an air intake orifice within said upper deck to allow air to enter said piston chamber; anda ball valve structure adjacent the bottom surface of the upper deck and cooperating with said air intake orifice for controlling the flow of air through the air intake orifice.2. The dispensing closure of wherein said dispensing orifice is located adjacent said piston guide claim 1 , said piston body being slidably movable between an open ...

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Номер записи: 69
20-06-2019 дата публикации

CONTINUOUS VOLUME MEASUREMENT ON A RECEPTACLE FOR LIQUIDS

Номер: US20190186972A1
Автор: Gonzalez Carlos Manuel
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The present invention is about a volume-measuring device installed inside a box that used to store a liquid. The measuring device is placed at the bottom of the box dispensing the liquid, and displays via a measuring tower a measure of the volume of the liquid still in the box. The device is comprised of a receptacle or sealed pouch connected to a measuring tower. As the pressure from the weight of the liquid changes, the receptacle reacts by moving the measuring marker to reflect such change, thus measuring the current liquid volume in the dispensing box. 13-. (canceled)4. A volume measurement device to measure and dispense liquids comprised of: a container , a bag for storing and dispensing liquids and a volume measurement device; wherein said bag for storing and dispensing liquids is located inside the container; wherein said container is made of either one of rigid or substantially rigid walls; wherein said volume measurement device is comprised of a measuring tower part , a channel constrictor and a weight measuring receptacle; wherein the weight measurement receptacle made of a sealed resilient leak proof packaging film that has an irregular generally oval shape and is filled with a least one form of gas or air and where the packaging film is form fitted to the bottom of the container and placed beneath the bag for storing and dispensing liquids; wherein the measuring tower part is in fluid communication with the constrictor channel and the weight measuring receptacle; wherein said measuring tower has a graduated measurement scale positioned along said measuring tower and a means for indicating a volume inside said measuring tower; wherein said movement of said means for indicating a weight , volume or relative fill level is synchronized with the pressure from the displacement of air or gas exerted over said weight measuring receptacle by placing the weight of said bag for storing and dispensing liquids on the weight measuring receptacle; wherein the means for ...

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Номер записи: 70
20-06-2019 дата публикации

AN APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING FLAVOURING

Номер: US20190186973A1
Автор: POTTER Andrew, VINE Lee
Принадлежит: ISHIDA EUROPE LIMITED

A flavouring dispenser for dispensing doses of flavouring is provided. The flavouring dispenser comprises a flavouring chamber for containing flavouring; a dosing plate having an aperture therethrough; and a dispense opening. The dosing plate is movable relative to the dispense opening between a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position the aperture communicates with the flavouring chamber for receiving a predetermined dose of flavouring, and in the second position the aperture communicates with the dispense opening for dispensing the dose of flavouring. 1. A flavouring dispenser for dispensing doses of flavouring , the flavouring dispenser comprising:a flavouring chamber for containing flavouring;a dosing plate having an aperture therethrough; anda dispense opening; whereinthe dosing plate is movable relative to the dispense opening between a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position the aperture communicates with the flavouring chamber for receiving a predetermined dose of flavouring, and wherein in the second position the aperture communicates with the dispense opening for dispensing the dose of flavouring, wherein the dispense opening is located within the flavouring chamber, and wherein the flavouring dispenser further comprises a separating surface located over the dispense opening and configured to separate an upper side of the aperture from the flavouring chamber at least while the dosing plate is in the second position; andfurther comprising a guiding member which vertically guides and compresses flavouring into the aperture of the dosing plate, wherein the guiding member is a wedging member having an inclined surface located over the aperture at a position between the first and second position, the inclined surface being acutely inclined to a direction of movement of the dosing plate from the first position to the second position, and wherein the wedging member further comprises the separating surface, ...

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Номер записи: 71
27-06-2019 дата публикации

Solid Particulate Measuring Devices, Systems, And Methods

Номер: US20190193923A1
Автор: Patel Arjun
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Solid particulate measuring devices, systems, and methods for using the devices and systems are provided for easier and more accurate measurement of specific volumes. For example, a specific dose of a pharmaceutical multiparticulate composition can be measured out accurately and easily in a variety of settings using the devices and systems described herein. 1. A device for measuring a portion of solid particulate matter , comprising:a translating (rotating) cylinder;a stationary cylinder;a first gate mechanism; anda second gate mechanism.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first gate mechanism is coupled to the translating (rotating) cylinder.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the second gate mechanism is coupled to the stationary cylinder.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the space enclosed by articulation between the translating (rotating) cylinder and the stationary cylinder provides a measuring chamber.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first gate mechanism allows solid particulate matter to pass into the measuring chamber.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the volume of the measuring chamber is adjustable by articulation of the translating (rotating) cylinder with the stationary cylinder.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the second gate mechanism allows a measured volume of solid particulate matter to pass out of the device.8. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an upper shell that encloses at least part of the translating (rotating) cylinder.9. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a lower shell that encloses at least part of the stationary cylinder.10. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first gate mechanism is a spring-loaded gate.11. The device of claim 1 , wherein the second gate mechanism is a plank-style gate.12. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first gate comprises at least one stopper.13. A system for measuring solid particulate matter claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a device according to ...

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Номер записи: 72
20-07-2017 дата публикации

IMPROVED CONTROL OVER CATALYST PARTICULATE FEED INTO AN OLEFIN POLYMERIZATION REACTOR

Номер: US20170203269A1
Автор: Ker Victoria, Kong-Labrie Richard Paul
Принадлежит: NOVA CHEMICALS (INTERNATIONAL) S.A.

The feed rate of a supported particulate catalyst through a unit body rotary disc catalyst feeder may be controlled by controlling the feed of nitrogen to the upper surface of the rotary disc. 1. A method to control the flow of a finely divided particulate material leaving a feeder comprising a metering device comprising in cooperating arrangement:a top plate;a unit body metering disk having a plurality of equally spaced vertical passages proximate to the perimeter of said metering disk extending through the metering disk adapted to meter predetermined amounts of finely divided materials;a drive means;a bottom plate having at least one passage there through positioned to receive finely divided particulate material from said metering disk; anda variable pressure and variable volume feed rate to feed an inert compressed gas to the upper surface of said metering disk; said top plate and said bottom plant being joined together to define a partially enclosed disk shaped cavity substantially conforming to the shape and size of the metering disk;said top plate at least partially covering and in sealing relationship with the upper surface of said disk, and having an opening there through to permit said finely divided particulate material to flow into said cavities and to sweep excess finely divided particulate material off the top of the metering disk as it passes beneath said top plate;said drive means extending through at least one of said top or bottom plate or both and connected to a variable drive means to turn said metering disk;said variable pressure and variable flow volume feed rate feeding inert gas to the upper surface of the metering disk covered by said top plate comprising controlling one or more of the speed of the metering disk, the pressure of the inert gas, and the flow volume rate of the inert gas.2. The process according to claim 1 , where in the feeder further comprises a reservoir for finely divided particulate material above and in cooperating ...

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Номер записи: 73
20-07-2017 дата публикации

Dispenser and Mixer for Two Liquids Simultaneously

Номер: US20170203950A1
Автор: Anthony Thomas Fitzpatrick Dickens
Принадлежит: Brown Forman Findland Ltd

A dispenser for two liquids such as liquor and flavoring mounted on a bottle of the first liquid. A container of the second liquid is provided in the dispenser. When the bottle is tilted, a predetermined amount of both liquids are measured in separate measuring containers within the dispenser. When a trigger is pulled, the measured amounts of both liquids are released together so as to mix, while the release of both liquids beyond the measured amounts is blocked.

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Номер записи: 74
28-07-2016 дата публикации

Droplet Medicament Delivery Device

Номер: US20160213863A1
Автор: Marcus Soderlund, Wilhelmus P.J. de Kruif
Принадлежит: CAREBAY EUROPE LTD

A droplet medicament delivery device for delivering a volume of a medicament from a reservoir. The device includes a device body; a valve chamber surrounded by a chamber wall movably arranged in the device body between at least a first position and a second position; at least one passage extending through the chamber wall; a valve; a valve outlet; a droplet generating device connected to the valve outlet; and an actuator arranged in the valve chamber. The actuator, when activated, delivers medicament from the valve chamber via the valve outlet. The valve inlet is open to the valve chamber and the valve outlet is closed when the chamber wall is in the first position, and the valve inlet is closed and the valve outlet is open when the chamber wall is in the second position.

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Номер записи: 75
09-10-2014 дата публикации

Air Valves for a Wireless Spout and System for Dispensing

Номер: US20140299634A1
Автор: Achim Philipp ZAPP
Принадлежит: Individual

Embodiments of the present invention provide a pouring device for a container for the dosing of liquid. The pouring device has an improved air valve system that works via cooperation between a weighted magnetic component and a metal ball in order to control opening and closing of the air valve inlet.

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Номер записи: 76
05-08-2021 дата публикации

Modular Meter System For A Dry Product Applicator

Номер: US20210239503A1
Автор: Honermann John P., Kennedy John P., Martin Jeffrey S., Pederson Nicholas R., Ruppert Rex L.
Принадлежит:

A meter wheel system for a dry agricultural product applicator can include a bank of meter assemblies made from modular meter units. In one aspect, each meter assembly in the bank can be made from modular meter units. The modular meter units can be connected in a stacked configuration to provide a specific overall length to achieve a corresponding flow rate and then banked together to form the system. A bank of meter assemblies made from modular meter units can be secured between top and bottom plates. The plates can be bolted to each other and have receptacles that receive protrusions from top and bottom surfaces of the meter assemblies. Lengths of meter assemblies can be picked based on particular delivery rates for the section it feeds. An overall length of each meter assembly can be a multiple of a length of the modular meter unit. 1. A metering bank for distributing particulate material from an applicator , the metering bank comprising:a plurality of modular meter assemblies connected to one another along a longitudinal axis, each modular meter assembly comprising a meter housing and a meter wheel, each meter housing comprising a frame having a plurality of frame openings, the plurality of frame openings including first and second frame openings arranged on first and second sides of the frame, respectively, the first and second sides being opposing sides of one another transverse to the longitudinal axis, the first and second frame openings being configured to provide an inlet and an outlet, respectively, relative to the meter wheel;a rotatable shaft arranged through the plurality of modular meter assemblies along the longitudinal axis, the rotatable shaft being configured to rotate the meter wheel of each modular meter assembly; andan end cap attached to a first modular meter assembly of the plurality of modular meter assemblies, the end cap being configured to retain the rotatable shaft relative to the longitudinal axis.2. The metering bank of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 77
05-08-2021 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR METERING AND DISPENSING VISCOUS SUBSTANCE

Номер: US20210239504A1
Автор: AZIZ Sarya, BISSUEL Nicolas, DESPINS Simon, LEMIEUX François, Lemieux Pierre
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An apparatus for metering and dispensing a predetermined amount of a viscous substance includes an inlet fluidly connected to a supply flow path that branches into a metering flow path and a first dispensing flow path which branches into a second dispensing flow path that is angled relative to the first dispensing flow path. The apparatus also includes a supply valve disposed in the supply flow path, a dispensing valve disposed in the first dispensing flow path and the second dispensing flow path, a metering piston disposed in the metering flow path, and a dispensing piston. A method of metering and dispensing a volume of a viscous substance is also provided. 1. An apparatus for metering and dispensing a predetermined amount of a viscous substance , comprising:an inlet fluidly connected to a supply flow path that branches into a metering flow path and a first dispensing flow path, the first dispensing flow path branching into a second dispensing flow path that is angled relative to the first dispensing flow path;a supply valve movable between an open position and a closed position, the supply valve disposed in the supply flow path;a dispensing valve movable between an open position and a closed position, the dispensing valve disposed in the first dispensing flow path and the second dispensing flow path;a metering piston disposed in the metering flow path and being movable in the metering flow path between an unloaded position and a loaded position; anda dispensing piston movable between a retracted position in which the dispensing piston is disposed outside of the dispensing valve and an extended position in which the dispensing piston extends through the dispensing valve into the second dispensing flow path to dispense the predetermined amount of the viscous substance via the second dispensing flow path.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a structure configured to pressurize and supply the substance to the inlet claim 1 , and wherein the metering ...

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Номер записи: 78
16-10-2014 дата публикации

Assembly for dispensing bulk products

Номер: US20140305970A1
Автор: Marcelo Firpo Musumeci
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to a dispenser for bulk products, such as powdered products, for dispensing said product in a controlled and hygienic form. According to an embodiment of the invention, the dispenser assembly comprises a container ( 110 ) for storing the bulk product and is endowed with an opening ( 111 ) for filling the bulk product and an opening ( 112 ) for dispensing said bulk product; a means ( 200 ) for dispensing the bulk product in a controlled manner provided beneath said second opening; and a means ( 300 ) for receiving said dispensed bulk product.

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Номер записи: 79
09-08-2018 дата публикации

PACIFIER DEVICE FOR METERED DOSING OF SUPPLEMENTS TO INFANTS

Номер: US20180221247A1
Автор: Gasperino David, Larusson Fridrik, Liu Shieng, Peterson Nels R., Yager David J.
Принадлежит:

Pacifier devices with internal reservoirs and metering units are described. The metering units provide single dosages of an internal supplement material during a fixed period of time. For example, embodiments of pacifier devices can be utilized to provide supplemental nutrition paste or gel to undernourished infants with metered dosages as appropriate to the supplement. 1. A pacifier device for metered dosing of supplement material to infants , comprising:a reservoir of a size and shape to contain a multi-dose supply of a supplement material;a pacifier affixed to the reservoir, the pacifier including a nipple with a conduit between the reservoir and an aperture positioned at a distal region of the nipple;a supplement metering unit positioned within the reservoir;a pressure applicator affixed to the reservoir, and configured to apply pressure against the supplement metering unit; anda controller affixed to the pressure applicator.2. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir comprises: an enclosure of a size and shape to retain between 30 and 90 doses of the supplement material.3. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir comprises: an enclosure formed to enclose paste material.4. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir comprises: an enclosure formed to enclose gel material.5. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir comprises: an enclosure formed to enclose liquid material.610.-. (canceled)11. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the supplement metering unit comprises: a sheet of flexible material including an aperture positioned adjacent to an end of the conduit within the pacifier.12. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the supplement metering unit comprises: an auger shaft with side projections of a size and shape to provide sequential single doses of the supplement material.13. The pacifier device of claim 1 , wherein the supplement metering unit comprises: a screw shaft with side projections of a ...

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Номер записи: 80
20-08-2015 дата публикации

GRANULE MEASUREMENT APPARATUS

Номер: US20150233748A1
Автор: EGNOR, JR. Daniel Allen
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A granule measurement apparatus is provided. The granule measurement apparatus includes a storage container, a measuring device and a dispenser. The storage container includes a top end and a bottom end. The top end forms a top opening leading into the storage container. The bottom end forms a bottom opening leading out of the storage container. The measuring device includes a top end and a bottom end, and a plurality of measuring chambers. Each of the plurality of measuring chambers includes a top opening leading into the measuring chamber and a bottom opening leading out of the measuring chamber. The dispenser formed to cover and uncover the bottom openings of each of the chambers. At least the bottom end of the storage container and the top end of the measuring device mate and are rotatable relative to one another about a common axis. 1. A granule measurement apparatus comprising:a storage container having a top end and a bottom end, wherein the top end forms a top opening leading into the storage container, wherein the bottom end forms a bottom opening leading out of the storage container;a measuring device comprising a top end and a bottom end, and comprising at least one measuring chamber comprising a top opening leading into the measuring chamber and a bottom opening leading out of the measuring chamber; anda dispenser formed to cover and uncover the bottom opening of the at least one measuring chambers,wherein the bottom end of the storage container and the top end of the measuring device mate and are rotatable relative to one another about a common axis.2. The granule measurement apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dispenser comprises an angled slot therethrough forming an opening at a top end and an opening at a bottom end.3. The granule measurement apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the measuring device is rotatable relative to the storage container and the dispenser.4. The granule measurement apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising a threaded post fixed to ...

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Номер записи: 81
18-08-2016 дата публикации

Dispensing System for An Agricultural Spreader Machine

Номер: US20160234998A1
Автор: Christian Gotzen, Christian Paeßens, Dieter Werries, Marcel Geraats, Mark Berendsen, Martin Gebbeken, Thomas Lukas
Принадлежит: Lemken GmbH and Co KG

A metering system is proposed for an agricultural distributor for dispensing granular or granulated material with which a vertical cell wheel arrangement in combination with an adjustable cell wheel floor achieves great variability of the adjustable metering volumes with reduced drive energy requirement.

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Номер записи: 82
09-07-2020 дата публикации

CONTAINER CAP INCLUDING TWO-WAY DUCKBILL VALVE

Номер: US20200216233A1
Автор: KIM Myung Ho
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The present invention relates to a container cap including a two-way duckbill valve by modifying a valve shaped like the beak of a duck to be applied to a container cap, and more particularly, a container cap including a two-way duckbill valve wherein a two-way duckbill valve is secured to a container cap, enabling the content contained in a container to be easily controlled to be discharged in a desired amount, without using a measuring cup or a separable measuring cap. 1. A container cap comprising:{'b': 10', '14', '15', '14', '15', '14', '15', '14, 'a duckbill valve () having a structure which gradually narrows from a cylindrical shape to a flattened shape and including a first channel () in a straight line shape and a second channel () in an arc shape, wherein when a pressing force is simultaneously applied to the first channel () and the second channel (), the first channel () and the second channel () are separately opened and closed opposite to each other such that when the first channel is opened, the second channel is closed, and vice versa;'}{'b': 20', '51', '52', '50', '10', '20', '52', '20, 'an inner cap () connected to the inside of a container neck () to discharge in use content () contained in a container (), wherein the two-way duckbill valve () is positioned at the bottom of the inner cap () and a certain amount of the content () is stored in the inner cap ();'}{'b': 30', '20', '10, 'a valve holder () connected to the lower part of the inner cap (), to secure the two-way duckbill valve (); and'}{'b': 40', '51', '20', '40, 'a cover cap () threadedly engaging a container neck (), wherein the upper end of the inner cap () fits into the cover cap ().'}210. The container cap according to claim 1 , wherein the two-way duckbill valve () in the structure which gradually narrows from the cylindrical shape to the flattened shape comprises:{'b': 11', '14, 'a valve body () in which the first channel () is formed at the upper end of the flattened shape;'}{'b': ...

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Номер записи: 83
18-07-2019 дата публикации

DISPENSING ICE BIN WITH SLIDING SLEEVE METERING DEVICE

Номер: US20190219319A1
Автор: Broadbent John Allen
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An ice storage bin with sliding sleeve metering device for filling buckets, totes or other ice containers. The metering device allows the containers to be filled from the ice storage bin with the exact volume of ice desired during each dispense. The metering device won't spill ice or water, is easily operated and prevents the ice container from being removed prematurely. The metering device can be operated either manually or automatically. The bucket or container is optionally a liner disposed in a bucket with a false bottom. 1. An ice storage bin comprising:an ice storage compartment;an ice metering sleeve movably disposed within said ice storage compartment, said ice metering sleeve having a top opening and a bottom opening, thereby allowing ice to pass through said ice metering sleeve from the top opening to the bottom opening;a discharge port disposed about a bottom portion of said ice storage compartment through which said ice metering sleeve can pass through said discharge port when in an open position; andan ice collection container for receiving ice from said ice storage compartment via said bottom opening of said ice metering sleeve when said ice metering sleeve is in the open position.2. The ice storage bin according to claim 1 , further comprising a sealing device or isolating device which prevents ice from entering said ice metering sleeve via said top opening when said ice metering sleeve is in a closed position.3. The ice storage bin according to claim 2 , further comprising a handle for moving said ice metering sleeve between said closed and open positions.425. The ice storage bin according to claim 2 , further comprising a pair of oppositely disposed slide devices which provide for reciprocal vertical movement of said ice metering sleeve via said handle between the closed and open positions.5. The ice storage bin according to claim 1 , wherein said ice metering sleeve comprises an elongated body member disposed between said top opening and said ...

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Номер записи: 84
18-08-2016 дата публикации

DISPENSER

Номер: US20160238424A1
Автор: Daoud Abdullah, HAIDAR-DAOUD Joy Farrah
Принадлежит:

The present invention is related to dispensers for dispensing portioned amounts of substances into a container. For example, dispensers for dispensing powered drink mixes, such as baby formula. 1. A dispenser comprisingan elongate body defining a lumen for holding a substance and having a first portion and a second portion, wherein an average width of the first portion is less than an average width of the second portion, wherein an interior surface of the elongate body is configured to sift the substance within the elongate body;a removable bottom is operably associated with an end of the second portion;a dispensing housing operably associated with the first portion, wherein the dispensing housing includes an external knob and a spout; andan internal wheel having an axis and disposed within the dispensing housing such that the internal wheel is in communication with the spout and the lumen of the elongate body, wherein the axis of the internal wheel is perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the elongate body and a longitudinal axis of the spout, wherein the internal wheel comprises a plurality of spaced-apart blades that define compartments for receiving and holding the substance and an outer edge of each blade is configured to slidably flush against an internal surface of the dispensing housing at some point during rotation of the internal wheel; wherein the external knob of the dispensing housing is configured to engage with the internal wheel such that movement of the external knob translates into rotation of the internal wheel.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising a detent configured to engage with the internal wheel or external knob claim 1 , during rotation of the internal wheel claim 1 , to indicate with resistance and sound that one of the compartments released the substance held within that compartment into the spout.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal axis of the spout is at an angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of ...

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Номер записи: 85
25-08-2016 дата публикации

Measured fluid dispenser

Номер: US20160243003A1
Автор: Matthew Battle
Принадлежит: Individual

A measured fluid dispenser includes a moveable member coupled with a liquid containing bottle. The moveable member is preferably spherical defining an internal volume therein. The moveable member defines two openings wherein only one opening intersects the longitudinal axis at one time. This allows the internal volume of the moveable member to be filled with liquid from the bottle, then rotated, then the measured fluid or liquid is dispensed from the moveable member.

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Номер записи: 86
24-08-2017 дата публикации

DRY PRODUCT DISPENSER WITH INTERNAL AGITATOR

Номер: US20170241824A1
Автор: Rusch Gerald A.
Принадлежит: Server Products, Inc.

A dispenser includes a main body having a discharge opening, an open interior configured to receive a supply of granulated product and a discharge spout for dispensing the granulated product therefrom. A loading and dispensing member is constructed with a plurality of spaced apart receiving cavities formed therein, and is movably mounted within the main body. A portion control container receiving the granulated product and defining a first portion control volume is received and removably retained in each of the plurality of retaining cavities. Each entire portion control container is removable from one of the receiving cavities and is replaceable with a different portion control container defining a second portion volume which is different that the first portion volume. An agitator is positioned within the main body, and is configured for separate engagement with each of the portion control containers to agitate the granulated product received in each of the portion control containers during movement of the loading and dispensing member. 1. A dispenser for loading and dispensing a selected volume of granulated product comprising:a main body having a discharge opening, an open interior configured to receive a supply of the granulated product and a discharge spout for dispensing the supply of granulated product therefrom;a loading and dispensing member constructed with a plurality of spaced apart receiving cavities formed therein, and movably mounted within the main body between the discharge opening and the discharge spout;a portion control container received and removably retained in each of the plurality of receiving cavities, each portion control container defining a first portion volume and configured to receive the granulated product, each entire portion control container being removable from one of the plurality of receiving cavities and replaceable with a different portion control container defining a second portion volume which is different than the first ...

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Номер записи: 87
10-09-2015 дата публикации

MULTI PORTION CONTROLLED DRY FOOD DISPENSER

Номер: US20150253172A1
Автор: Landau Ofer
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There is provided a dry food dispensing apparatus for connecting to a storage receptacle, for the purpose of controlling the portion size and accuracy of the dispensed food, the apparatus having a base providing a housing defining a hollow circumferential interior with a centrally disposed hub, an extraction means disposed in the housing for extracting a first pre-determined portion of the dry food, a rotatable cell holder having a centrally disposed socket for engaging the hub of the base from above, having at least one open-bottomed cell for receiving and temporarily storing the extracted first pre-determined portion; and a dispensing aperture formed in a bottom of the base for releasing the first temporarily stored portion when the extraction means is operated to extract a second pre-determined portion, and wherein said extraction means is operated in a cyclical fashion to obtain from the extracted portions a desired quantity of the dry food. 1. A dry food dispensing apparatus for connecting to a storage receptacle , for the purpose of controlling the portion size of the dispensed food , said apparatus comprising:a base comprising a housing defining a hollow circumferential interior having a centrally disposed hub;an extraction means disposed in said housing for extracting a first pre-determined portion of the dry food;a rotatable cell holder comprising a centrally disposed socket for engaging said hub of said base from above, having at least one open-bottomed cell for receiving and temporarily storing said extracted first pre-determined portion; anda dispensing aperture formed in a bottom of said base for releasing said first temporarily stored portion when said extraction means is operated to extract a second pre-determined portion,wherein said extraction means is operated in a cyclical fashion to obtain from said extracted portions a desired quantity of the dry food.2. The dry food dispensing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said extraction means comprises:a ...

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Номер записи: 88
09-09-2021 дата публикации

Metering System For Distributing Particulate Material

Номер: US20210278265A1
Автор: Denis Joel, Ruppert Rex
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The invention provides a metering system for distributing particulate material in which an inlet and/or outlet of a meter housing containing a metering wheel provides a projection extending into the opening of the inlet and/or outlet so that the flow of particulate material is optimized. This can provide even distribution of such material, including at low rotating speeds such as 5 RPM, while using a polyurethane metering wheel with straight vanes. In one aspect, projections extending into the inlet on opposing sides can substantially form an hourglass shape, and the outlet can comprise a substantially diagonal shape, analogous to a parallelogram, instead of more traditional rounded/rectangular shapes. 1. A metering system for distributing particulate material from an agricultural application implement , comprising:a meter wheel having a plurality of vanes;a meter housing containing the meter Wheel, wherein the meter housing is configured to form an airlock between at least two vanes of the plurality of vanes and an interior surface of the meter housing;an inlet arranged at a first side of the meter housing, the inlet being defined by a first circumferential edge producing an opening in the first side, wherein the inlet is configured to allow particulate material to flow into the meter housing and onto the meter wheel; andan outlet arranged at a second side of the meter housing that is opposite to the first side, the outlet being defined by a second circumferential edge producing an opening in the second side, wherein the outlet is configured to allow particulate material to flow away from the meter wheel and out of the meter housing,wherein at least one of the first and second circumferential edges comprises a projection extending into the opening.2. The metering system of claim 1 , wherein the projection is a substantially V-shaped pattern.3. The metering system of claim 1 , wherein the projection is a first projection claim 1 , and wherein the at least one of the ...

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Номер записи: 89
20-11-2014 дата публикации

METERED DISPENSING CLOSURE WITH INDEXING FORMATIONS

Номер: US20140339268A1
Автор: Brannon Patrick, Skillin Clifford, Tarozzi Richard
Принадлежит: MWV SLATERSVILLE, LLC

A closure for dispensing a metered amount of dry product from a container includes a dispensing cap and a metering drum rotatably mounted on the dispensing cap. The dispensing cap has an upper deck with a dispensing aperture and a skirt engaging the neck of the container. The metering drum has an upper deck, a lower deck, and a metering chamber therebetween. The metering chamber has an entrance aperture in the lower deck and an exit aperture in the upper deck. The metering drum is rotatable relative to the dispensing cap between a filling position, where the metering chamber is aligned with the dispensing aperture and dry product fills the chamber, and a dispensing position where the metering chamber is not aligned with the dispensing aperture and dry product can be dispensed. The dispensing cap and the metering drum include formations to index a position of the metering drum. 1. A dispensing closure for dispensing a metered amount of a dry product from a container , said dispensing closure comprising:a dispensing cap having an upper deck and a skirt depending downwardly from the upper deck, said skirt having an inner surface configured and arranged to engage an outer surface of a neck of said container, said upper deck including a dispensing aperture to allow a flow of said dry product from said container; anda metering drum having an upper deck, a lower deck, and an outer skirt extending between said upper and lower decks, said metering drum being rotatably mounted on said dispensing cap with said lower deck of said metering drum disposed in facing relation with said upper deck of said dispensing cap,said metering drum having a metering chamber extending between said upper and lower decks, said metering chamber having an entrance aperture in said lower deck and an exit aperture in said upper deck,a lid hingeably secured to said metering drum to selectively open and close said exit aperture of said metering chamber,said metering drum being selectively rotatable ...

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Номер записи: 90
07-09-2017 дата публикации

Rigid Container for Precision Liquid Measuring and Dispensing

Номер: US20170254689A1
Автор: Pavis Sarah
Принадлежит: Mohawk Innovations Limited

This invention teaches dispensing a precise amount of liquid from a rigid vessel using a combination of valves, plugs, and diaphragms. In particular, a rigid container with a connected measuring receptacle can dispense oil. A user can depress at least one diaphragm on the rigid container to pressurize a chamber, forcing the liquid upwards into a hollow tube and into the measuring receptacle. The hollow tube, traversing the interior of the container, has at least one orifice at both the proximal and distal ends. The user can calibrate the amount of liquid in the measuring receptacle by activating a release valve or stopper to remove the liquid from the measuring receptacle and back into the container. In addition, a flexible and optionally removable lid covers the measuring receptacle. This lid can be depressed to pressurize the measuring receptacle and expel the liquid from an orifice on the measuring receptacle. 1. A device capable of dispensing a precise amount of liquid , wherein the device is comprised of a top , a middle , and a bottom chamber , the middle chamber being at least single walled , the top chamber and the middle chamber connected together by a first gasket in a static seal , and the middle chamber and the bottom chamber connected together by a second gasket in a static seal , at least one first valve in between the bottom and middle chambers , the at least one first valve allowing air pressure from the middle chamber to enter the bottom chamber to forcibly displace the liquid in the bottom chamber up into a hollow tube , each chamber having a cavity capable of containing the liquid , the hollow tube traversing the vertical length of the device's interior , the hollow tube having a distal end that terminates in the top chamber and a proximal end that terminates in the bottom chamber , the distal and proximal ends each having at least one orifice , the top chamber having a side orifice capable of allowing the liquid to exit the top chamber , the ...

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Номер записи: 91
15-09-2016 дата публикации

LIQUID CONTAINMENT AND MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20160265958A1
Автор: Ashinger Brian L., Grace Derek, Soble David, Soble Scott
Принадлежит:

A car wash liquid containment and measurement apparatus having a reservoir defining a first interior region configured to hold a liquid therein. The apparatus has a valve with a first position and a second position and the valve is coupled to the reservoir. There is also a measurement apparatus coupled to the valve defining a second interior region and a tube disposed at least partially within the second interior region of the measurement apparatus. The valve fluidly isolates the first interior region from the second interior region when the valve is in the first position and the valve fluidly couples the first interior region with the second interior region when the valve is in the second position. 1. A liquid measurement and containment apparatus , comprising:a reservoir having a plurality of side walls, a bottom surface, a top surface, and defining a first interior region configured to hold a liquid therein;a cavity defined in a portion of the top surface;an orifice defined in the cavity providing access into the first interior region;a valve having a first position and a second position, the valve coupled to the reservoir on one of the plurality of side walls proximate to the bottom surface;a measurement apparatus extending from a top portion to a bottom portion, coupled to the valve, and defining a second interior region;a tube extending through the top portion and disposed at least partially within the second interior region of the measurement apparatus; andan intake end of the tube positioned proximate to the bottom portion;wherein the valve fluidly isolates the first interior region from the second interior region when the valve is in the first position;further wherein the valve fluidly couples the first interior region with the second interior region when the valve is in the second position;further wherein, when the valve is in the second position, liquid travels from the first interior region to the second interior region before being withdrawn through the ...

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Номер записи: 92
14-09-2017 дата публикации

MEASURED DOSING AND SPRAY BOTTLE FOR MULTI-USE APPLICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED METHOD OF USING

Номер: US20170259286A1
Автор: Harbaugh Robin B., Thomas Candice J.
Принадлежит:

Embodiments include a bottle and method for cleaning a grill. An exemplary method may be applied to grills having an upper grill and a lower grill. Methods can include providing a bottle having a dosing chamber with a first outlet, a reservoir chamber configured to store a solution and including a second outlet, and a sprayer for dispensing solution via the second outlet. The sprayer includes a spray head and a trigger that, when actuated, draws solution from the reservoir chamber and dispenses it by spraying the solution from the spray head. Methods can include filing the dosing chamber with a predetermined dose of solution from the reservoir chamber and dispensing the solution onto the lower grill from the first outlet, and dispensing the solution onto the upper grill by spraying the solution onto the upper grill from the second outlet. 1. A method of cleaning a grill , the grill having an upper grill and a lower grill , the method comprising: a dosing chamber with a first outlet:', 'a reservoir chamber with a second outlet, the reservoir chamber configured for storing a solution;', 'a sprayer for dispensing solution via the second outlet, the sprayer including a spray head and a trigger that when actuated draws solution from the reservoir chamber and dispenses it by spraying;, 'providing a bottle havingfiling the dosing chamber with a predetermined dose of solution from the reservoir chamber;dispensing the solution onto the lower grill by pouring the solution onto the lower grill from the first outlet;dispensing the solution onto the upper grill by spraying the solution onto the upper grill.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein filling the dosing chamber with a predetermined dose of solution from the reservoir chamber comprises tilting the bottle to an angle greater than 90 degrees from vertical so that solution flows from the reservoir chamber into the dosing chamber.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the bottle further comprises a cap configured to selectively ...

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Номер записи: 93
21-10-2021 дата публикации

MEASURED DOSE DISPENSER AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20210325226A1
Автор: Driskell William, Ramsuer Brandon L., Scotton James E., Skillin Clifford W.
Принадлежит: Silgan Dispensing Systems Corporation

A two-piece measured-dose dispensing closure () includes a cup-shaped measuring chamber () and a rotatable dispensing control lid (). In use, the dispensing control lid is axially moved relative to the measuring chamber by rotation between a first closed position, a second intermediate dispensing position, and a third drain position. 1. A dispensing closure comprising: a drain well;', 'a dispensing stem extending upward from said drain well;', 'a guide wall surrounding said dispensing stem;', 'a container attachment structure and, 'a measuring chamber including;'} an upper wall;', 'a sealing plug extending down from said upper wall;', 'a guide stem extending downwardly from said upper wall surrounding said sealing plug;', 'a drain well seal at a terminal end of said guide stem., 'a dispensing control lid including'}2. The dispensing closure of wherein a closed position wherein said sealing plug closes said dispensing stem and said drain well seal closes said drain well,', 'a fill position wherein said sealing plug is spaced from said dispensing stem and said drain well seal still closes said drain; and', 'a drain position wherein said sealing plug is spaced from said dispensing stem and said drain well seal is spaced from said drain well., 'said dispensing control lid is axially movable between'}3. The dispensing closure of further comprising a spout formed at an upper peripheral edge of an outer side wall of said measuring chamber.4. The dispensing closure of claim 3 , further comprising a tamper evident tab secured to said dispensing control lid with frangible elements claim 3 , said tamper evident tab interacting with said spout.5. The dispensing closure of wherein said guide wall and said guide stem are cooperatively threaded.6. The dispensing closure of wherein said guide wall and said guide stem include cooperative stops for said closed position and said drain position.7. The dispensing closure of claim 5 , further comprising a tamper evident tab secured to ...

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Номер записи: 94
01-10-2015 дата публикации

DRY PRODUCT DISPENSER WITH REPLACEABLE PORTION CONTROL CONTAINERS AND RATCHETING HANDLE

Номер: US20150276453A1
Автор: Rusch Gerald A.
Принадлежит: Server Products, Inc.

A dispenser is provided for use in dispensing a selected volume of granulated dry product. The dispenser includes a main body having a discharge opening, an open interior for holding a supply of the granulated product and a discharge spout for dispensing the granulated product. A loading and dispensing member is constructed with spaced apart receiving cavities, and is movably mounted between the discharge opening and the discharge spout. A portion control device defining one selected portion volume is received and retained in each receiving cavity, and is replaceable with a different portion control device having a different portion control volume. A handle is frictionally engaged with the loading and dispensing member to enable rotation of the handle with or relative to the loading and dispensing member to sequentially control loading and dispensing of granulated product from the portion control device. 1. A dispenser for loading and dispensing a selected volume of granulated product comprising:a main body having a discharge opening, an open interior configured to receive a supply of the granulated product and a discharge spout for dispensing the supply of granulated product therefrom;a loading and dispensing member constructed with a plurality of spaced apart receiving cavities formed therein, and movably mounted within the main body between the discharge opening and the discharge spout; anda portion control device received and retained in each of the receiving cavities and configured to receive the granulated product, each portion control device defining one selected portion volume and being replaceable with a different portion control device defining another selected portion control volume which is different than the one selected portion volume.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the loading and dispensing member is index able in the main body such that a first portion control device is aligned with the discharge opening for loading the first portion control ...

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Номер записи: 95
20-09-2018 дата публикации

Dispensing device for powders

Номер: US20180266868A1
Автор: Bodde Rob Gerardus Hermanus, Tamminga Jan Bartele
Принадлежит: Daneme Holding B.V.

A dispensing device for dispensing a powder includes a container body for storing a powder and a rotatable disc shaped member arranged at a bottom side of the container body. The disc shaped member includes an axial side surface configured for engagement with the powder and wherein the axial side surface is provided with one or more radially extending storage slots each terminating at a corresponding radial side opening in a radial side surface of the disc shaped member. The dispensing device further comprises a rake member movably arranged along the axial side surface and configured for raking a predetermined amount of powder from one of the one or more storage slots through the corresponding radial side opening in a dispensing configuration of the dispensing device. 1. A dispensing device for dispensing a powder , comprising a container body for storing a powder and a rotatable disc shaped member arranged at a bottom side of the container body ,the disc shaped member comprising an axial side surface configured for engagement with the powder and wherein the axial side surface is provided with one or more radially extending storage slots each terminating at a corresponding radial side opening in a radial side surface of the disc shaped member, and wherein the dispensing device further comprisesa rake member movably arranged along the axial side surface and configured for raking a predetermined amount of powder from one of the one or more storage slots through the corresponding radial side opening in a dispensing configuration of the dispensing device.2. The dispensing device according to claim 1 , wherein the rake member comprises a flat tip portion.3. The dispensing device according to claim 2 , wherein the flat tip portion comprises a sharpened raking edge.4. The dispensing device according to claim 1 , wherein the rake member is linearly movable along the one of the one or more storage slots over a predetermined raking distance.5. The dispensing device according ...

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Номер записи: 96
13-08-2020 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DOSAGING POWDERED OR GRANULATED MATERIAL

Номер: US20200256715A1
Автор: TREITEL Sharon Pinhas
Принадлежит: TREITEL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING LTD.

Provided is an apparatus for dosaging a particulate material. The particulate material includes, at least in operation, a cavity having an inlet opening facing upwardly for receiving the material from an external source, an outlet opening facing downwardly, for disposing therethrough dosages of the material and a dosage feeder located inside the cavity and having at least one dosage recess. 156.-. (canceled)57. An apparatus for dosaging a particulate material , the apparatus comprising at least in operation:a. a cavity having an inlet opening facing upwardly for receiving the material from an external source, an outlet opening facing downwardly, for disposing therethrough dosages of said material;b. a dosage feeder located inside said cavity and having at least one dosage recess, the dosage feeder being movable in a pre-determined direction inside the cavity for exposing said recess to the inlet opening for forming therein a discrete dosage of said material and further moving said recess towards the outlet opening for disposing therethrough said dosage for its further use; andc. at least one cleaning member having a cleaning area and mounted so that at least during said movement the cleaning area is in contact with, and is moved relative to, at least one surface of at least one of the cavity and the dosage feeder, to at least reduce accumulation of the material on this surface.58. The apparatus according to claim 57 , wherein said surface is at least one of mutually facing surfaces of the dosage feeder and the cavity.59. The apparatus according to claim 57 , wherein the cleaning area of at least one cleaning member is so disposed relative to the outlet opening of the cavity claim 57 , as to make sure that material removed thereby from the corresponding surface can fall into the outlet.60. The apparatus according to claim 57 , wherein said at least one recess is formed in an outer surface of the dosage feeder claim 57 , and wherein the surface contacted by the ...

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Номер записи: 97
18-11-2021 дата публикации

MANUALLY-OPERATED GRANULAR SUBSTANCE DISPENSER

Номер: US20210356308A9
Автор: Fredsall Gil
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A dispenser includes a housing having an upper and a lower portion. The upper portion includes a storage compartment having a floor and retaining a granular substance. The lower portion includes a spout. A first outlet extends through the floor. A manually rotatable upper disc is disposed below the floor, and has a second outlet therethrough. A manually rotatable lower disc is disposed between the upper disc and the lower portion. The lower disc includes a third outlet therethrough. Rotation of the upper disc aligns the second outlet with the first outlet and the granular substance passes through the first to the second outlet. Rotation of the lower disc through one or more positions permits a variable amount of the granular substance to pass from the second to the third outlet. Further rotation of the lower disc aligns the third outlet with the spout to dispense the granular substance. 120-. (canceled)21. A dispenser for measuring and dispensing a granular substance , the dispenser comprising:a housing having an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion including a storage compartment configured to retain a granular substance therein and a floor having a circular configuration and a first diameter, the lower portion including a support platform and a spout;a first outlet extending through the floor of the storage compartment, the first outlet having an arcuate shape corresponding to the circular configuration and having a first elongated portion having a first width and a first arc length defined along a rotational diameter, the rotational diameter being less than the first diameter;an upper disc disposed below the floor of the storage compartment, the upper disc having a second outlet extending therethrough, the second outlet having an arcuate shape corresponding to the first outlet and having a second elongated portion having a second width and a second arc length defined along the rotational diameter, the upper disc having a first tab that is ...

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Номер записи: 98
29-08-2019 дата публикации

DOSING DEVICE

Номер: US20190265090A1
Автор: SCHMIDT Patrick, STOELBEN Peter
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A dosing device is provided and comprises: a dosing chamber having an inlet through which product can enter from a container; an outlet into which product flows from the chamber and through which product flows out of the device; a siphon member located around the outlet; a vent opening in the chamber; a container-side vent which opens into the container, in which: the siphon member terminates at a level L1 with respect to the outlet; the outlet opens into the chamber at a level L2; such that in use product flows into the chamber through the inlet/s and fills the chamber until L2 is reached and then product is siphoned from the chamber into the outlet by the siphon member, the siphoning continuing until product in the chamber reaches L1, whereupon: air entering the vent opening interrupts the siphoning; and air vents into the container through the container-side vent such that thereafter recharging of the chamber repeats, in which a chicane is provided for preventing leakage of product through the vent opening. 1. A dosing device comprising:a dosing chamber having an inlet through which product can enter from a container;an outlet into which product flows from the chamber and through which product flows out of the device;a siphon member located around the outleta vent opening in the chambera container-side vent which opens into the container,in which:the siphon member terminates at a level L1 with respect to the outletthe outlet opens into the chamber at a level L2such that in use product flows into the chamber through the inlet/s and fills the chamber until L2 is reached and then product is siphoned from the chamber into the outlet by the siphon member, the siphoning continuing until product in the chamber reaches L1,whereupon:air entering the vent opening interrupts the siphoning; andair vents into the container through the container-side vent such that thereafter recharging of the chamber repeats, in whicha chicane is provided for preventing leakage of product ...

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29-08-2019 дата публикации

PROCESSING DEVICE FOR PROCESSING A HIGHLY VISCOUS SAMPLE

Номер: US20190265133A1
Автор: Carrano John, SCHNEIDER Roland
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A sample processing device includes a receiving chamber having a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet. The processing device also includes a metering portion having a metering reservoir fluidly coupled to the chamber outlet, and at least one vessel fluidly coupled to the metering reservoir by a syphon. The syphon is operable to actuate upon a preselected volume of liquid being received at the metering reservoir. The syphon includes a syphon inlet and a syphon outlet, with the syphon outlet being fluidly coupled to the vessel. The preselected volume of liquid corresponds to a volume of liquid necessary to deliver a metered volume of fluid to the vessel. 114-. (canceled)15. A sample processing device comprising:a receiving chamber having a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet;a metering portion having a metering reservoir fluidly coupled to the chamber outlet; anda vessel fluidly coupled to the metering reservoir by a syphon, the syphon being operable to actuate upon a preselected volume of liquid being received at the metering reservoir,wherein the syphon comprises a syphon inlet and a syphon outlet, the syphon outlet being fluidly coupled to the vessel, andwherein the preselected volume of liquid corresponds to a volume of liquid necessary to deliver a metered volume of fluid to the vessel.16. The sample processing device of claim 15 , wherein the metering reservoir comprises an interchange weir.17. The sample processing device of claim 15 , wherein the metering reservoir comprises an overflow weir.18. The sample processing device of claim 15 , wherein the syphon inlet comprises a syphon cap.19. The sample processing device of claim 15 , wherein: the metering reservoir comprises an interchange weir claim 15 , the vessel comprises a plurality of vessels coupled to the metering reservoir by a plurality of syphons claim 15 , each of the plurality of vessels being fluidly coupled to a syphon claim 15 , wherein the preselected volume of liquid corresponds to a volume of ...

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