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Multi-purpose valve for vacuuming, de-vacuuming, gas injecting and pressure regulating

US10151396B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 24, 2017
Grant dateDec 11, 2018
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 24, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D47/32
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multifunctional valve features an injection function, a vacuuming function, a devacuuming function with fast and slow mode, and a pressure regulating function. The valve can be implemented on any sealingly closed container having a removable lid or a bag having a resealable zipper or any other similar sealable feature. The valve also features a tethered plug with a latch system to secure it in place to additionally provide sealing. The valve is incorporated into a container with a removable lid for microwave pressure cooking. The same valve is incorporated into a plug to close an opening on a barrel.

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