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Manually-operable ratchet type dispenser for comestibles

US4323176A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 11, 1980
Grant dateApr 6, 1982
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D83/763
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dispenser for comestibles having a container which is supported by a casing. The casing has a frame there which, in turn, supports an axially movable ratchet mechanism. The ratchet is moved by an actuator which is operatively interconnected with a handle each manipulation of which will advance the ratchet by one tooth pitch towards the container. The container has a piston head formed on its bottom wall and engaged by the ratchet end. The advance of the ratchet, will cause the bottom of the container to move into the container so as to displace an equal volume comestible and force the displayed quantity of comestible out of a container dispensing orifice.

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