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Locking container cap and dispenser for fuel

US8100297B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 3, 2009
Grant dateJan 24, 2012
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 28, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D55/14
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A locking gasoline cap and integrated portable container to restrict unauthorized access and removal of the container and contents. An outer freely rotating cap is selectively engaged by a key locking cylinder to an inner fluid sealing access cap. A reversible pour spout provides for direct fluid transfer from the container after unlocking and repositioning. A static security cable links the locking cap with the container and an immovable object attachment point therebetween.

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