Goods & Services

Nonmetal containers and bags having a fluid actuated closure, in the form of a pouch for storage of liquids, solids and combinations thereof

Abstract

A package having a sanitary dispenser is depicted and described. The package generally includes a dispenser that is sealed from environmental contaminants by a feature or portion of the package. The sealed dispenser portion of the package is accessed prior to use and the user is able to access the contents of the package through the sanitary dispenser. The dispenser may be inverted prior to use and deployed prior to use. A frangible portion may be provided to the dispenser. The dispenser may be re-sealable in the package. A straw may further be provided to the dispenser and be deployable by the user for access to the package contents.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 47/06 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages
• B65D 47/20 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps comprising hand-operated members for controlling discharge
• B65D 47/10 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages having frangible closures
• B65D 47/26 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps comprising hand-operated members for controlling discharge with slide valves, e.g. formed with slidable spouts
• B65D 47/36 - Closures with frangible parts adapted to be pierced, torn or removed, to provide discharge openings
• B65D 75/00 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
• B65D 75/58 - Opening or contents-removing devices added or incorporated during package manufacture
• B65D 51/18 - Arrangements of closures with protective outer cap-like covers or of two or more co-operating closures

Abstract

A package having a toothpick or other utensil that is defined or protectable within an interior sterile and/or sanitary area of the package that will not be confused with consumable contents. Multiple utensils can be provided of the same or different types.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 77/24 - Inserts or accessories added or incorporated during filling of containers
• A47G 21/12 - Toothpick holders
• B65D 75/00 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
• B65D 75/58 - Opening or contents-removing devices added or incorporated during package manufacture
• B65D 33/25 - RivetingDovetailingScrewingEnd- or aperture-closing arrangements or devices using press buttons or slide fasteners

Abstract

A package having a sanitary dispenser is depicted and described. The package generally includes a dispenser that is sealed from environmental contaminants by a feature or portion of the package. The sealed dispenser portion of the package is accessed prior to use and the user is able to access the contents of the package through the sanitary dispenser. The dispenser may be inverted prior to use and deployed prior to use. A frangible portion may be provided to the dispenser. The dispenser may be re-sealable in the package. A straw may further be provided to the dispenser and be deployable by the user for access to the package contents.

IPC Classes  ?

• B67D 3/00 - Apparatus or devices for controlling flow of liquids under gravity from storage containers for dispensing purposes
• B65D 75/58 - Opening or contents-removing devices added or incorporated during package manufacture
• B65D 47/20 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps comprising hand-operated members for controlling discharge
• B65D 47/06 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages
• B65D 47/10 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages having frangible closures
• B65D 47/26 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps comprising hand-operated members for controlling discharge with slide valves, e.g. formed with slidable spouts
• B65D 47/36 - Closures with frangible parts adapted to be pierced, torn or removed, to provide discharge openings
• B65D 75/00 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers

Abstract

The present invention addresses certain problems facing flexible packages and the packaging industry. Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a method of heat scoring the film or material of the package in various shapes and locations to facilitate the consumer opening the package. Embodiments are also directed to a heat scoring device for delivering the heat score to the package material during the manufacturing process. Other embodiments are directed to a package having one or more heat scores for permitting a user to easily access the contents of a package while maintaining the integrity of the package.

IPC Classes  ?

• B26D 3/08 - Making a superficial cut in the surface of the work without removal of material, e.g. scoring, incising
• B65D 75/58 - Opening or contents-removing devices added or incorporated during package manufacture
• B31B 160/10 - Shape of flexible containers rectangular and flat, i.e. without structural provision for thickness of contents
• B31B 155/00 - Flexible containers made from webs
• B31B 70/00 - Making flexible containers, e.g. envelopes or bags
• B31B 70/855 - Forming valves integral with the containers