Patent · US Expired

Package assembly with applicator and container for adhesive materials

US6802416B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 30, 1999
Grant dateOct 12, 2004
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 30, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D81/3294
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A package assembly or kit can be used in conjunction with storing and dispensing adhesive materials. The package assembly can include an enclosure in which an applicator and a container may be positioned. The container contains adhesive material. The enclosure may include a base and a cover. The base preferably includes one or more cavities, with at least one applicator disposed in one of the cavities. Further, the container may be disposed in another of the cavities. The cover may be provided with a plurality of wells. The container may include a restrictor positioned within a neck of the container. The restrictor is provided to limit the volume of adhesive material retained in an absorbent end of an applicator such as a swab. The package assembly can be provided in a sterilized condition.

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