Patent · US Expired

Container for liquids, including sealing mechanisms

US7347343B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 5, 2002
Grant dateMar 25, 2008
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2543/00972
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A container for storage and dispensing of paint includes a unitary, molded plastic container body defining an interior volume and including an annular container opening through which the contents are dispensed. Included as part of the paint container is a dispensing spout which is positioned within the container opening and includes a pouring lip. The dispensing spout includes a threaded portion which receives a removable closing cap. The cap is constructed and arranged to close the container opening. A transporting handle is provided and is attached directly to the container body.

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