Lid with closable spout
US5979697A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D47/2031
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The lid with re-closable spout invention can be used with a hot and/or cold beverage container or other fluid container. The lid fits onto the container as is known in the art. The lid includes a spout formed on the lid and extending from the lid which allows one to access the contents of the fluid container. The spout can be positioned in a closed position wherein it is folded in to prevent the contents of the fluid container from exiting the spout. The spout may be locked into a closed position. In a second, open position, the spout is folded out to allow the fluid within the fluid container to be poured out of the fluid container through the spout. After use and/or between uses, the spout can be re-closed and re-sealed. The spout can be any desired configuration including generally square or rectangular, or generally cylindrical. The sealing means can be a zipper-type engagement formed on the upper edge of the spout.
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