Reusable pouring cap for a container capable of receiving potable liquids for human consumption
US6443336B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 2, 2001 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02W30/80
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reusable pouring cap for a container capable of receiving potable liquids for human consumption. The cap comprises a cap body having threads for retaining it onto the container and the cap body further comprises an integral upright passageway defining a pouring opening. The cap also comprises a valve for maintaining the passageway closed to prevent discharge of a liquid contained in the container through the pouring opening, an actuated shutter for covering the pouring opening and a single actuator responsive to finger pressure for moving the valve and the shutter.
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