Cartridge carriers and dispensing apparatuses for bulk item storage systems
US12357111B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 7, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F11/44
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Dispensing apparatuses, systems, and methods are provided. The dispensing apparatus includes a main body configured to receive a bulk product into a main body volume via an open top. The dispensing apparatus further includes a drop valve positioned below and connected to the main body at a pivot point, wherein the drop valve is configured to move about the pivot point between a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the dispensing apparatus includes a securing force configured to secure the bulk product from exiting the dispensing apparatus. In the open position, the drop valve is configured to provide an opening for the bulk product to exit the dispensing apparatus via gravity. The drop valve is configured to move about the pivot point between the closed position and the open position via a dispensing force applied to the drop valve that is greater than the securing force.
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