Method and device for storing decorative light strings

US7204367B2 · kind B2 · utility

Inventors

• Ryan Bott · Orem, US
• Randy L. Bott · Orem, US
• Michael J. Moran · Pleasanton, US

Key dates

• Filing date: May 11, 2004
• Grant date: Apr 17, 2007
• Expiry date: Nov 11, 2025

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B65D73/0092
• WIPO field: Handling
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

A unique dispensing package easily, quickly and economically encases decorative light strings within a thin walled, flexible plastic tube. The plastic tube is provided to the user as a longitudinally compressed hollow column encased in the dispensing package. As a string of lights is passed through the hollow column, the tube is expanded and dispensed onto the string. The string of lights is thereby protected against damage and dust. The plastic tube also prevents tangling of the light string, permitting greater convenience for storage and for reuse.