STORAGE CONTAINER WITH A PEG HOLE IN THE LID

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to a storage container with a lid, and more particularly, the present invention relates to a storage container with a ventilation hole and a peg hole.

BACKGROUND

Containers are widely used for the storage and transport of a variety of products, including solids, semi-solids, liquids, and gases. Containers of different sizes, shapes, and types are used for different types of products. The use of containers is almost universal in day-to-day life and for commercial purposes.

The choice of container for storing a product can impact the product's integrity during storage and its shelf life. As a result, there is always a need for improvements in existing storage systems.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The following presents a simplified summary of one or more embodiments of the present invention in order to provide a basic understanding of such embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview of all contemplated embodiments and is intended to neither identify key or critical elements of all embodiments nor delineate the scope of any or all embodiments. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of one or more embodiments in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

The principal object of the present invention is therefore directed to a storage container with added functionalities.

Another object of the present invention is that the storage container is easy to use and store.

Still, another object of the present invention is that the storage container allows the drying of stored items.

A further object of the present invention is that the storage container prevents the growth of molds due to moisture.

Still, a further object of the present invention is that the storage container is easier to carry.

In one aspect, disclosed is a storage container comprising a container having a base, side walls, and an open top; and a lid having a main lid portion and an extended lid portion, wherein the main lid portion is configured to cover the open top of the container, wherein the extended lid portion has a peg hole. The main lid portion and the extended portion are integrally formed as a single unit. The main lid portion and the extended portion are in the same plain. The container has one or more ventilation holes in the side walls. The container has two ventilation holes in opposite side walls of the side walls.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The accompanying figures, which are incorporated herein, form part of the specification and illustrate embodiments of the present invention. Together with the description, the figures further explain the principles of the present invention and enable a person skilled in the relevant arts to make and use the invention.

FIG. 1 is a top and side perspective view of the storage container, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a bottom and side perspective view of the storage container, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Subject matter will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and which show, by way of illustration, specific exemplary embodiments. Subject matter may, however, be embodied in a variety of different forms and, therefore, covered or claimed subject matter is intended to be construed as not being limited to any exemplary embodiments set forth herein; exemplary embodiments are provided merely to be illustrative. Likewise, a reasonably broad scope for claimed or covered subject matter is intended. Among other things, for example, the subject matter may be embodied as methods, devices, components, or systems. The following detailed description is, therefore, not intended to be taken in a limiting sense.

The word “exemplary” is used herein to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any embodiment described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. Likewise, the term “embodiments of the present invention” does not require that all embodiments of the invention include the discussed feature, advantage or mode of operation.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of embodiments of the invention. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises”, “comprising,”, “includes” and/or “including”, when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.

The following detailed description includes the best currently contemplated mode or modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense but is made merely to illustrate the general principles of the invention since the scope of the invention will be best defined by the allowed claims of any resulting patent.

The described invention pertains to storage containers that can be used to store a variety of things. For example, the storage container can be used to store microfiber cloth. The storage container can also be used to store wet microfiber cloth after use. The storage container has suitable ventilation holes that allow the drying of the wet microfiber cloth. The ventilation also prevents any moisture build-up inside the storage container that can harm the contents of the storage container. The positioning of the ventilation holes may be critical for allowing the flow of air through the inner volume of the storage container. The lid of the storage container has a peg hole that allows carrying the storage container easily, as well as hanging the storage container from a supporting structure, such as a hook. The peg hole is made in an extended portion of the lid which makes the storage container versatile, cost-effective, and enhances aesthetic value.

Referring to FIG. 1 which shows a perspective view of the storage container and FIG. 2 which shows another perspective view of the storage container. The storage container 100 includes a container 110 and a lid 120. The container includes a sidewall, a base, and an open top. Contents can be placed in the container through the open top. The open top can be covered by the lid. The container may include one or more compartments for storing the product. The shape, size, and number of such compartments can vary, and any such variations are within the scope of the present invention.

The container can be used to store a cleaning cloth, such as a microfiber cloth. The cleaning cloth can be packed in the disclosed storage container. The container can be reused for storing the cleaning cloth. The container may provide an isolated storage for storing a cleaning cloth after use. In wet use of cleaning cloth, the same can be stored in the wet state. The ventilation holes 130 and 170 in the side walls of the container allow ventilation of air through the container. Users do not have to put the cleaning cloth here and there after use, which makes it dirtier. The storage container of the present invention provides the best option for storing used and wet cleaning cloth. It is to be understood that the storage container is useful for storing cleaning cloth, however, the storage container can be used to store different kinds of articles.

Suitable ventilation holes can be provided in the side wall of the container. Air can enter the inner volume of the container through the ventilation holes. The air can carry any moisture out from the container. Also, any odorants can be removed from the container. The article stored in the container may remain fresh. For example, storing wet articles or moist articles leads to the buildup of molds, odors, and the like within a conventional container. Upon opening such a traditional container, the user is exposed to bad odor and the stored product may get damaged due to microbes and moisture. The container, according to the present invention, overcomes the aforesaid problems. The ventilation holes in the container may prevent the build-up of moisture and mold within the container.

For proper ventilation, it may be critical that the ventilation holes may be suitably positioned. For example, the drawings show the container having two ventilation holes 130 and 170 on the container's left and right narrow sides. The two ventilation holes in opposite walls allow proper air flow from outside to inside the container and from inside to outside the container. It is understood that the shape, size, and position of the ventilation holes can be varied for better ventilation, and any such variation is within the scope of the present invention. For example, the ventilation hole may be in the shape of a square, triangular, rectangular, star, round, and the like. Also, to enhance the aesthetic value of the container, suitable designs can be carved around the ventilation holes. For example, ventilation holes can be made in the form of a flower.

Container 110 can be made from any suitable material, such as plastic, metal, polycarbonate, wood, and the like. The plastic can be transparent, translucent, or opaque, and the opaque plastic can have a suitable color. Similarly, the container can be made from clear glass or translucent glass. Designs, logos, and the like can also be applied to the container to provide information and enhance the aesthetic value. The shape and size of the container can vary, and any such variation in the shape and size of the container is within the scope of the present invention.

The lid 120 of the storage container can cover the open top of the container. The lid can be secured to the container through a suitable fastening mechanism, such as a snap-fit mechanism. The lid can also be screwed to the container, wherein the lid and the container can have corresponding threads. Any other mechanism for securing the lid to the container is within the scope of the present invention. Any mechanism can be used to secure the lid to the container without departing from the scope of the present invention.

The drawings show the lid extending at its short side to form an extended portion 140. This extended portion is away from the periphery of the container. In case, the lid has a short and a long side, such as in rectangular or oval-shaped lids, the lid is extended from the shorter side. The lid can be extended without interrupting the continuity of the periphery of the lid. For example, in an oval-shaped lid, the complete lid remains oval. Similarly, in a rectangular-shaped lid, the complete lid with the extended lid portion remains rectangular, and only the longest side becomes longer. The edges of the extended portion may however be made smoother. Thus, the edges of the extended portion and that of the rest of the lid portion 150 may be different, the rest of the lid portion 150 is the portion of the lid covering the container. For example, the rest of the lid may have a flat side, however, the extended portion may have a rounded side. The lid, however, is integrally manufactured as a single unit.

A peg hole 160 can be made in the extended portion of the lid. The peg hole can be used to hang the storage container from a supporting structure, such as a hook. Through the peg hole, the storage container can be grasped in a hand. The shape and size of the peg hole can be varied without departing from the scope of the present invention. Also, the shape and size of the lid can vary and may depend on the shape and size of the container. The lid of any shape and size is within the scope of the present invention.

While the foregoing written description of the invention enables one of ordinary skill to make and use what is considered presently to be the best mode thereof, those of ordinary skill will understand and appreciate the existence of variations, combinations, and equivalents of the specific embodiment, method, and examples herein. The invention should therefore not be limited by the above-described embodiment, method, and examples, but by all embodiments and methods within the scope and spirit of the invention as claimed.