Flexible pouring spout
US9090442B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D25/48
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flexible pouring spout of segmented tubing having an internally threaded adapter cap at one end for connecting with a threaded neck of a fluid container, and an externally threaded terminal end which is adapted to connecting with the adapter cap thereby enabling the device to form a loop of itself. Thus, the interior of the spout remains clean even if it has a sticky or oily substance thereon, and any fluid within the device is retained therein. Also provided is a sealable air inlet valve for allowing air to be drawn into the spout when in use to prevent fluid lock in the device and bottle collapse, and to facilitate rapid and efficient pouring of the fluid from its container.
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