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Bi-modal dispensing system for particulate material

US5975368A · kind A · utility

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23References
19Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 5, 1998
Grant dateNov 2, 1999
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D47/185
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dispensing structure is provided for a container that has an opening from which a product can be dispensed. The structure includes a body for extending around the container opening. A foraminous member is provided with a plurality of dispensing holes and is movable between a closed position and an open position. A lid is provided for sealingly occluding the foraminous member and for moving between a closed position and an open position.

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