Planar utensil elements 700, 1701 for, e.g., foodstuffs. The utensil elements 700, 1701 fit within lids 1702 of, e.g., food containers. The utensil elements can be elongated as for a spoon 1701, generally circular as for a measuring scoop 700, or have some other shape.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A planar utensil element fabricated of an elongated foldable paperboard material comprises two generally symmetric scores, elongated with respect to a longitudinal midline of the planar utensil element; wherein folding the planar utensil element about the longitudinal midline produces a usable utensil having two substantially identical halves forming a handle portion and a bowl portion; each of the two generally symmetric scores originates from within the handle portion, curves outwardly away from the longitudinal midline, and then curves inwardly towards the longitudinal midline when traversing from the handle portion towards the bowl portion; and said two generally symmetric scores are present in both the handle portion and the bowl portion.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A planar utensil element fabricated of a foldable material, and having a length greater than a width. The element comprises first and second scores positioned generally symmetrically about a longitudinal midline of the element, and indicative of where the element is to be folded in order to become a usable utensil; and a third score, generally perpendicular to the first and second scores, traversing the width of the element. The first and second scores each comprise a curved section; the two curved sections form a convex shape with respect to the midline. Folding the element about the first and second scores produces a handle and a bowl; and folding the element 180° about the third score temporarily shortens the length of the element for packaging and shipment purposes, prior to its becoming a usable utensil.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
B65D 77/24 - Garnitures ou accessoires ajoutés ou incorporés durant le remplissage des réceptacles
4.
UTENSIL CONTIGUOUS WITH AN ELEMENT OF A FOOD PACKAGE
An article of manufacture comprising a planar utensil element fabricated of an elongated foldable material and having a plurality of scores indicating where the planar utensil element is to be folded in order to become a usable utensil. Folding the planar utensil element about the scores produces a handle and a bowl. An element of a food package fabricated of the same material as the planar utensil element, such as a cover, covers at least a portion of the planar utensil element. The cover or other element of the food package provides physical and hygienic protection to the planar utensil element during transportation of the planar utensil element. The planar utensil element is positioned under the cover or other element on a surface of the food package.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A measuring scoop and its method for fabrication. In one embodiment, a planar element is fabricated of a foldable material. The planar element is generally circular, and is scored with three generally linear scores each having a first end substantially at the center of the element and a second end proximate an outer edge of the element. Folding the element about the scores produces a generally conically shaped object that can be used as a measuring scoop for food and other things. A handle protrudes into the interior of the scoop. In some embodiments, the two portions comprising the handle are held together securely by a tab in one portion that locks into a slit in the other portion.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A deformable sheet defines a handle and an operational element in which one or more scores, which may be straight, curved, or a combination of straight and curved, are cooperatively provided to enable deformation of the handle portion to convert the operational element into a strong, sturdy, and functional implement sufficient to meet the required application. When curved scores are present, they may be concave (outwardly curving) or convex (inwardly curving) with respect to the longitudinal midline of the operational element.
Utensil elements and methods for their fabrication. In one embodiment, a planar utensil element is fabricated of a foldable material, and has a length greater than a width. The planar utensil element comprises first and second scores, said scores being generally symmetrical about a midline running along the length of the planar utensil element, and indicative of where the planar element is to be folded in order to become a usable utensil. Folding the planar utensil element about the first and second scores produces a handle and a bowl. The handle is formed by two generally symmetrical halves joined together by interconnecting tabs in a “tab-lock” arrangement.
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A system and method for a constructible scoop that overcomes the disadvantages of conventional preformed scoops that are shipped in association with a scoopable product. A constructible scoop may be protected and provided outside of the product-containing-volume where it is easily located and sealed to be sanitary prior to first use.
A system and method for reducing manufacturing costs of patterned constructible utensils and improving their constructability. One constructible utensil includes a set of scores (e.g., a quad of scores including an outer pair and an inner pair, a single such pair, or other number of scores) that are shaped to converge when moving from a bowl-region towards the handle portion. The scores do not intersect but stop and produce various alterations in the converging score pattern. These alterations in the converging pattern help with propagation of a bowl-forming fold responsive to a constructing manipulation of the handle portion (e.g., folding, bending, and other operation on the handle portion and one or more scores on the handle portion).
A47G 19/03 - Assiettes, plats ou similaires à utiliser une seule fois, p. ex. en papier
B65D 3/08 - Réceptacles rigides ou semi-rigides ayant un corps ou des parois périphériques de section transversale courbe ou partiellement courbe, réalisés en enroulant ou courbant du papier sans plier selon des lignes définies caractérisés par la forme à section transversale de forme variée, p. ex. circulaire devenant carrée ou rectangulaire
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A system and method for co-packaging constructible utensil assemblies with a food container including a utensil layer and a protective laminate layer. The utensil is disposed in the assembly to be easily removed while concurrently being peeled from the protective laminate layer that helps to ensure the cleanliness and sanitary portions of portions of the utensil to contact the foodstuff.
B65D 51/24 - Fermetures non prévues ailleurs combinées avec dispositifs auxiliaires pour des buts autres que la fermeture
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
B65D 81/32 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu pour emballer plusieurs matériaux différents qui doivent être maintenus séparés avant d’être mélangés
A45C 11/20 - Boîtes à déjeuner ou à pique-nique ou similaires
A system and method for co-packaging constructible utensil assemblies with a food container including a utensil layer and a protective laminate layer. The utensil is disposed in the assembly to be easily removed while concurrently being peeled from the protective laminate layer that helps to ensure the cleanliness and sanitary portions of portions of the utensil to contact the foodstuff.
A single, thin piece of folded material attaches to a single serving container to provide a strong, sanitary spoon, Folding score lines on the handle portion of the spoon give the utensil strength and provide a simplicity of use suitable for children. The disclosed utensil may be attached to existing containers or may be built into containers during the manufacture of the underlying container, or may be available as a stand-alone product. The disclosed utensil may be integrated into packaging material as overwrap sleeves used to package food containers.
A system and method for a constructible scoop that overcomes the disadvantages of conventional preformed scoops that are shipped in association with a scoopable product. A constructible scoop may be protected and provided outside of the product-containing-volume where it is easily located and sealed to be sanitary prior to first use.
A47G 19/22 - Récipients à boissons ou soucoupes utilisés dans le service de table
A47J 43/28 - Autres instruments à main de cuisine, p. ex. spatules, pinces, fourchettes ou articles similaires pour tenir les aliments, cuillères à pots, cuillères d'écumage, cuillères de cuisineSupports de cuillères fixés aux marmites
A system and method for reducing manufacturing costs of patterned constructible utensils and improving their constructability. One constructible utensil includes a set of scores (e.g., a quad of scores including an outer pair and an inner pair, a single such pair, or other number of scores) that are shaped to converge when moving from a bowl-region towards the handle portion. The scores do not intersect but stop and produce various alterations in the converging score pattern. These alterations in the converging pattern help with propagation of a bowl-forming fold responsive to a constructing manipulation of the handle portion (e.g., folding, bending, and other operation on the handle portion and one or more scores on the handle portion).
A system and method for reducing manufacturing costs of patterned constructible utensils and improving their constructability. One constructible utensil includes a set of scores (e.g., a quad of scores including an outer pair and an inner pair, a single such pair, or other number of scores) that are shaped to converge when moving from a bowl-region towards the handle portion. The scores do not intersect but stop and produce various alterations in the converging score pattern. These alterations in the converging pattern help with propagation of a bowl-forming fold responsive to a constructing manipulation of the handle portion (e.g., folding, bending, and other operation on the handle portion and one or more scores on the handle portion).
A47G 19/03 - Assiettes, plats ou similaires à utiliser une seule fois, p. ex. en papier
B65D 3/08 - Réceptacles rigides ou semi-rigides ayant un corps ou des parois périphériques de section transversale courbe ou partiellement courbe, réalisés en enroulant ou courbant du papier sans plier selon des lignes définies caractérisés par la forme à section transversale de forme variée, p. ex. circulaire devenant carrée ou rectangulaire
A47G 21/06 - Jeux d'ustensiles de table combinés ou séparablesCouteaux à huîtres avec dispositifs d'ouvertureCouverts à poisson avec systèmes pour enlever les arêtes
A single, thin piece of folded material attaches to a single serving container to provide a strong, sanitary spoon, Folding score lines on the handle portion of the spoon give the utensil strength and provide a simplicity of use suitable for children. The disclosed utensil may be attached to existing containers or may be built into containers during the manufacture of the underlying container, or may be available as a stand-alone product. The disclosed utensil may be integrated into packaging material as overwrap sleeves used to package food containers.
A single, thin piece of folded material attaches to a single serving container to provide a strong, sanitary spoon. Folding score lines on the handle portion of the spoon give the utensil strength and provide a simplicity of use suitable for children. The disclosed utensil may be attached to existing containers or may be built into containers during the manufacture of the underlying container, or may be available as a stand-alone product. The disclosed utensil may be integrated into packaging material such as overwrap sleeves used to package food containers.
