Insulated carriers for bulk beverage containers having spigots, spouts or the like
US8430284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45C2005/037
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A carrier for a bulk beverage container having a spout includes a shell having walls forming a hollow interior space sized and shaped for receiving the bulk beverage container therein, an opening formed in one of the walls for passage of the spout therethrough, and a flap secured to the shell for selectively covering the opening. The flap hinges between a closed position wherein the flap covers the opening and an open position wherein the flap does not cover the opening. A gasket can be provided at the opening for closely receiving the spout to seal the opening about the spout. Fasteners, such as hook-and-loop type fasteners, can be provided for removably securing the flap in the closed and open positions.
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