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Container for filter-as-you-pour system

US10479697B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 8, 2014
Grant dateNov 19, 2019
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F2307/04
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to container bodies configured to be used in filter-as-you-pour systems, where filtering is achieved as the user pours water from the container. Such container bodies may have an undivided internal storage volume, so as to not include a reservoir compartment for unfiltered water. They may be part of systems configured to filter water both as water is introduced into a container body of the system and as water is poured from the container body of the system. The filter assembly may be attached to the container body at a location proximate the outlet of the system. Filter media of the filter assembly may comprise an activated carbon textile material that presents a curved surface to water passing through the filter assembly. The container body may be configured as a pitcher, carafe, water bottle, jug, or other shaped container.

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