Applicator pad with handle
US6044515A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 13, 1998 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05C17/00
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An applicator for applying or removing material to or from a surface. The applicator has a pad and a backing layer, the backing layer having a folded over section forming a handle. The handle is pivotable along the remainder of the backing layer between an upright position in which the handle may be grasped to facilitate use of the applicator, and a collapsed position in which said handle is folded over against the remainder of the backing layer for storage of the applicator. The handle is provided with a prompt or cue that distinguishes the handle from the remainder of the backing layer to facilitate the gripping and uplifting of the handle into the upright use position.
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