System for singly dispensing fibrous filters from bulk
US9592976B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47K10/44
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for singly dispensing fibrous coffee filters from bulk includes a grasping tool having a handle with a working end and a container with an edge trim member for preventing bulk fibrous filters from passing freely through the opening in the container. The edge trim member comprises interlocking parts and has a planer platform for rotating the trim member relative to the container. The planer platform has a cutout extending therethrough. The handle of the grasping tool is configured to be releasably secured to the platform. The system accommodates large and small cup- and cone-style filters and may be built-in to a coffee brewing machine.
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