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Patent application title:

Specific Company Container

Publication number:

US20200087024A1

Publication date:
Application number:

16/131,666

Filed date:

2018-09-14

Abstract:

The scope of this invention was to create a container that could endure extreme hot temperatures when heated by microwave and endure extreme cold temperatures without cracking when shipped with dry ice. In addition, the container was ergonomically designed to encompass a snug fit to keep the food contained, but the top is easily detached even if the individual does not have full use of their hands. The container is multipurpose. There was not a container on the market that met these criteria, so extensive time was expended to design such a container to fit the needs of the company.

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Classification:

  1. Performing operations; transporting
  2. Conveying; packing; storing; handling thin or filamentary material

B65D11/02 »  CPC further

Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of plastics material of curved cross-section

B65D43/0204 »  CPC further

Lids or covers for rigid or semi-rigid containers; Removable lids or covers without integral tamper element secured by snapping over beads or projections

B65D2543/00444 »  CPC further

Lids or covers essentially for box-like containers; Details of lids or covers for rigid or semi-rigid containers Contact between the container and the lid

B65D2251/01 »  CPC further

Details relating to container closures making a sound upon actuation

B65D2251/04 »  CPC further

Details relating to container closures Orienting or positioning means

B65D2543/00018 »  CPC further

Lids or covers essentially for box-like containers; Details of lids or covers for rigid or semi-rigid containers Overall construction of the lid

B65D2543/00361 »  CPC further

Lids or covers essentially for box-like containers; Details of lids or covers for rigid or semi-rigid containers; Central part of the lid; Dome-like placed on a tray like container

B65D81/3446 »  CPC further

Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents for packaging foodstuffs or other articles intended to be cooked or heated within the package specially adapted to be heated by microwaves

B65D5/64 »  CPC main

Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper; Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks Lids

B65D25/04 »  CPC further

Details of other kinds or types of rigid or semi-rigid containers; Internal fittings Partitions

B65D43/02 IPC

Lids or covers for rigid or semi-rigid containers Removable lids or covers

B65D81/34 IPC

Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents for packaging foodstuffs or other articles intended to be cooked or heated within the package

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is a multipurpose, specific company container (Tray and Lid) that holds two cavities, with volumes of 48.5 fluid inches (26.5 US fluid ounces) and 29.0 fluid inches (16.0 US fluid ounces). Container is constructed from natural polypropylene and is food grade.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The invention is a specific company container intended to be used for food. Its unique design is ergonomically designed to be opened by anyone, but most importantly, individuals who have hand disabilities or reduced hand function from medical conditions like Parkinson‘s’ or Arthritis. The container has a snug fit but is easily opened by the consumer. The hot/cold durable container is designed to withstand both extreme hot and cold temperatures. The multipurpose, flexible, and microwave safe is sturdy enough to not crack when packed and shipped using dry ice. The container has been currently employed by Meds & Meals and is used as a refrigerating and microwaveable device by senior citizens.

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

Drawings display the container, providing multiple orientations of the container including a birds-eyes view, a side view of container which displays ornate design elements. Additionally, the drawings includes information on the manufacturer, Precision Formed Plastics. Drawing designs arc not to scale.

Claims

i. THE SPECIFIC COMPANY CONTAINER CONSISTS OF ONLY TWO PIECES A TOP AND A BOTTOM TRAY AND IS MULTI-PURPOSE.

ii. THERE IS A NOTCH ON THE TOP LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT CORNERS TO FACILITATE EASE OF REMOVING THE TOP OF THE CONTAINER.

iii. WHEN THE TOP IS PLACED ON THE BOTTOM TRAY THERE IS VERY FAINT SNAPPING SOUND TO VALIDATE THAT THE TOP OF THE CONTAINER IS SECURELY FASTENED TO THE BOTTOM TRAY. THE TOP EASILY REMAINS ON UNTIL SNAPPED OPEN. THIS FACILITATES EASE OF USE FOR INDIVIDUALS THAT DO NOT HAVE FULL USE OF THEIR HANDS.

iv. THE CONTAINER IS FORMED USING 0.020″ NATURAL POLYPROPYLENE.

v. THE BOTTOM TRAY WHEN FILLED WITH FOOD DOES NOT COLLAPSE UNDER EXTREME HEAT OR COLD TEMPERATURES.

vi. THE CONTAINER IS MICROWAVE SAFE.

Resources

Images & Drawings included:

Fig. 01 - Specific Company Container
Fig. 01
Fig. 02 - Specific Company Container
Fig. 02

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