CA2297704A1 - Device for scattering cremation remains - Google Patents
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Abstract
A device for scattering cremation remains comprises a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall. The top and bottom walls may preferably be substantially parallel. The bottom wall has a handle mounted thereto. The top wall is removably secured to the side wall, functioning as a removable cover. Preferably, the container has four side walls, and has a height, a width and a depth. The height and width are preferably greater than the depth such that the container has a "cereal box"
shape. Preferably, the handle is recessed into the bottom wall of the container. More particularly, the handle is pivoted to a mounting plate which is mounted to the bottom wall. The mounting plate includes a recessed area therein. The handle is pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in the recessed area and an extended, operable position out of the recessed area. The cover is preferably secured to the side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam-type latch mechanism. The latch mechanism preferably comprises a lug portion secured to either the top wall or the side wall, and a latch portion secured to the other of the top wall and side wall. The latch portion snugly fits over the lug portion when in the latched position, thereby drawing the top wall against the side walls. Preferably, the lug portion is secured to the top wall, and the latch portion is secured to the side wall. The lug and latch portions may preferably be fabricated of plastic.
shape. Preferably, the handle is recessed into the bottom wall of the container. More particularly, the handle is pivoted to a mounting plate which is mounted to the bottom wall. The mounting plate includes a recessed area therein. The handle is pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in the recessed area and an extended, operable position out of the recessed area. The cover is preferably secured to the side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam-type latch mechanism. The latch mechanism preferably comprises a lug portion secured to either the top wall or the side wall, and a latch portion secured to the other of the top wall and side wall. The latch portion snugly fits over the lug portion when in the latched position, thereby drawing the top wall against the side walls. Preferably, the lug portion is secured to the top wall, and the latch portion is secured to the side wall. The lug and latch portions may preferably be fabricated of plastic.
Description
DEVICE FOR SCATTERING CREMATION REMAINS
Field of the Invention This invention relates generally to the funeral industry, and more particularly to the cremation segment thereof and the scattering of cremation remains.
Background of the Invention Cremation is a growing segment of the funeral industry.
Consequently, there is an increasing demand for more and higher quality styles and designs of cremation ums, as well as for more and different varieties of cremation memorial services.
When cremation is selected as the means of disposition of the remains of the deceased, the memorial service typically involves the dignified scattering of the cremation remains of the deceased, either by a loved one of the deceased or by a funeral director. Often the cremation urn chosen by the family for temporarily storing the remains of the deceased is utilized for such scattering. Such a cremation um may be ornamental and decorative in appearance, but seldom does it include any means which facilitates the act of scattering the remains. More particularly, the cremation urn may be rather heavy and/or bulky; with no means by which to manipulate the urn, it can be difficult to manage. Further, it may include a cover plate which covers the remains receiving compartment and which requires tools for removal, since such cover plates are usually secured in place with the use of screws. If the cremation urn is of the traditional "urn" type it will include a removable top rather than a cover plate (which is usually secured to the bottom of the container). Even then, the um must be grappled with in order to tum it upside down to scatter the remains once the top is removed, which of course imparts an awkwardness to an otherwise solemn event.
Accordingly, there is a need for a device which facilitates the dignified scattering of cremation remains during a cremation memorial service which is not subject to the disadvantages of prior techniques.
Summarv of the Invention The invention is a device for scattering cremation remains. The device comprises a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall. The top and bottom walls may preferably be substantially parallel.
The bottom wall has a handle mounted thereto. The top wall is removably secured to the side wall, functioning as a removable cover.
Field of the Invention This invention relates generally to the funeral industry, and more particularly to the cremation segment thereof and the scattering of cremation remains.
Background of the Invention Cremation is a growing segment of the funeral industry.
Consequently, there is an increasing demand for more and higher quality styles and designs of cremation ums, as well as for more and different varieties of cremation memorial services.
When cremation is selected as the means of disposition of the remains of the deceased, the memorial service typically involves the dignified scattering of the cremation remains of the deceased, either by a loved one of the deceased or by a funeral director. Often the cremation urn chosen by the family for temporarily storing the remains of the deceased is utilized for such scattering. Such a cremation um may be ornamental and decorative in appearance, but seldom does it include any means which facilitates the act of scattering the remains. More particularly, the cremation urn may be rather heavy and/or bulky; with no means by which to manipulate the urn, it can be difficult to manage. Further, it may include a cover plate which covers the remains receiving compartment and which requires tools for removal, since such cover plates are usually secured in place with the use of screws. If the cremation urn is of the traditional "urn" type it will include a removable top rather than a cover plate (which is usually secured to the bottom of the container). Even then, the um must be grappled with in order to tum it upside down to scatter the remains once the top is removed, which of course imparts an awkwardness to an otherwise solemn event.
Accordingly, there is a need for a device which facilitates the dignified scattering of cremation remains during a cremation memorial service which is not subject to the disadvantages of prior techniques.
Summarv of the Invention The invention is a device for scattering cremation remains. The device comprises a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall. The top and bottom walls may preferably be substantially parallel.
The bottom wall has a handle mounted thereto. The top wall is removably secured to the side wall, functioning as a removable cover.
Preferably, the container has four side walls, and has a height, a width and a depth. The height and width are preferably greater than the depth such that the container has a "cereal box" shape which facilitates manipulation of the container.
Preferably, a handle is recessed into the bottom wall of the container. More particularly, the handle is pivoted to a mounting plate which is mounted to the bottom wall. The mounting plate includes a recessed area therein. The handle is pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in the recessed area and an extended, operable position out of the recessed area.
The top wall or cover is preferably secured to the side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam-type latch mechanism. The latch mechanism preferably comprises a lug portion secured to either the top wall or the side wall, and a latch portion secured to the other of the top wall and side wall. The latch portion snugly fits over the lug portion when in the latched position, thereby drawing the top wall against the side walls. Preferably, the lug portion is secured to the top wall, and the latch portion is secured to the side wall. The lug and latch portions may preferably be fabricated of plastic.
The scattering device of this invention provides numerous advantages. The "cereal box" shape of the device facilitates handling and manipulation thereof. The handle provides a convenient means for handling the device during scattering. The quick connect/disconnect latches provide for rapid removal of the removable cover. The recessed nature of the handle provides for a sleek exterior appearance of the device and allows the device to be placed on a horizontal surface on its bottom wall without tipping, etc.
These and other advantages of the present invention will become more readily apparent during the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the drawings herein, in which:
Brief Description of the Drawings Fig. 1 is a bottom perspective view of the scattering device of this invention;
Fig. 2 is an exploded disassembled top perspective view of the device of Fig. 1;
Fig. 3 is a view taken along line 3-3 of Fig. 1;
Fig. 4 is a top perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the invention;
Fig. 5 is a view taken along line 5-5 of Fig. 4;
Fig. 6 is a bottom perspective view of the device of Figs. 4 and 5;
Fig. 7 is a top perspective view of yet another embodiment of the invention;
Fig. 8 is a view taken along line 8-8 of Fig. 7; and Fig. 9 is a bottom perspective view of the device of Figs. 7 and 8.
Detailed Description of the Invention Referring to the figures, there is illustrated a device 10 according to the present invention for scattering the cremation remains of a deceased.
The device 10 comprises a container 12 which includes a pair of side panels 14, 16 and a pair of end panels 18, 20. As used herein, the term "side wall(s)"
5 generically embraces the side panels 14, 16 and end panels 18, 20. A cover or top wall 22 is removably secured to the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20 via a pair of latch mechanisms 24 and functions as a removable cover for the device 10.
As used herein, the terms "top wall" and "cover" are interchangeable. Each latch mechanism 24 includes a lug portion 26 and a latch portion 28. Each lug portion 26 is secured to a respective end of the top wall 22 with screws 30.
Each latch portion 28 is secured to a respective end panel 18, 20 also with screws 30. Each latch portion 28 includes a pivoting latch arm 32 including a recess 34 therein. Each latch arm 32 fits snugly over a respective lug portion 26 when in a latched position thereby drawing the top wall or cover 22 snugly against the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20. The latch assembly 24 may preferably be of the type available from McMaster Carr as part number 189IA48.
A handle assembly 36 is recessed into a bottom wall 37 of the device 10. More particularly, handle assembly 36 includes a mounting plate 38 to which is pivoted a handle 40. The handle 40, when in its inoperable position, nests within a recess 42 formed in the mounting plate 38. The handle 40 is spring biased so that it is normally in this inoperable position.
The handle 40 is extendable out of the recess 42 to an operable position to be grasped by a user. The handle assembly 36 is secured to the bottom wall 37 via screws 44. Preferably the bottom wall 37 includes a relieved or recessed area 50 therein within which the handle assembly 36 is mounted. The handle assembly 36 may preferably be of the type available from Sea Dog as part number 221820. In the event that a more economical unit is desired, the handle assembly 36 could be eliminated.
The side walls 14, 16, 18, 20 are preferably fabricated of 0.25 inch thick plywood or the like. As is seen in Figure 3, the bottom wall 37 preferably includes a circumferential lip 52 which fits into grooves 54 in the side walls 14, 16, 18. 20. The bottom wall 37 is preferably 0.536 inch thick plywood or the like; the top wall 22 is preferably 1 inch thick wood. The top wall 22 includes a circumferential recess 56 so as to fit snugly within the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20. The overall dimensions of the device 10 are preferably 10.5 inches high, 8.25 inches wide and 3.75 inches deep. Thus, it will be appreciated that the device 10 has a "cereal box" shape.
In use, the device 10 is placed atop a horizontal surface on its bottom wall 37. The latches 24 are unlatched, the cover 22 is removed, and the remains are placed within the interior of the container 10. The top 22 is then replaced and latches 24 are latched. The device 10 is then turned end over end, and the handle 40 is grasped by a funeral director or loved one for carrying and transporting the device 10. At the appointed time for scattering the remains, the device 10 is again turned end over end but in the opposite manner. such that the cover 22 is facing upwardly. The latches 24 are unlatched and the cover 22 is removed. Handle 40 is again grasped and the device 10 is allowed to pivot downwardly such that the open end is facing down. A scattering or swinging motion is then imparted to the container 10 by the funeral director or loved one via the handle 40 to thereby scatter the remains therein.
Referring now to Figs. 4-6, there is illustrated an alternative embodiment of the present invention, denoted by the numeral 100. The device 100 comprises a container 112 which includes a pair of side panels 114, 116 and a pair of end panels 118, 120. A cover or top wall 122 is slidably secured to the side walls 114, 116, 118, 120 via dovetail-type joints 124. A recessed handle 126 in the top wall 122 is graspable by the fingers of a user to slide the cover 122 off of the container 112.
With like numerals representing like components, a handle assembly 36 may be recessed into the bottom wall 137 of the device 100. In the event that a more economical device 100 is desired, a plastic handle of the type available from Hafele as part number 129.39.605 may be substituted for the more expensive handle assembly 36.
The side walls 114, 116, 118, 120 are preferably fabricated of 0.375 inch thick ply wood or the like. The bottom wall 137 preferably includes a circumferential tip 152 which fits into grooves 154 in the side walls 114, 116, 118, 120. The bottom wall 137 is preferably .65 inch thick ply wood or the li4e; the top wall 122 is preferably .375 inch thick ply wood or the like. The infernal dimensions of the device 100 are preferably 9.25 inches high, 7.5 inches wide and 3 inches deep.
Preferably, a handle is recessed into the bottom wall of the container. More particularly, the handle is pivoted to a mounting plate which is mounted to the bottom wall. The mounting plate includes a recessed area therein. The handle is pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in the recessed area and an extended, operable position out of the recessed area.
The top wall or cover is preferably secured to the side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam-type latch mechanism. The latch mechanism preferably comprises a lug portion secured to either the top wall or the side wall, and a latch portion secured to the other of the top wall and side wall. The latch portion snugly fits over the lug portion when in the latched position, thereby drawing the top wall against the side walls. Preferably, the lug portion is secured to the top wall, and the latch portion is secured to the side wall. The lug and latch portions may preferably be fabricated of plastic.
The scattering device of this invention provides numerous advantages. The "cereal box" shape of the device facilitates handling and manipulation thereof. The handle provides a convenient means for handling the device during scattering. The quick connect/disconnect latches provide for rapid removal of the removable cover. The recessed nature of the handle provides for a sleek exterior appearance of the device and allows the device to be placed on a horizontal surface on its bottom wall without tipping, etc.
These and other advantages of the present invention will become more readily apparent during the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the drawings herein, in which:
Brief Description of the Drawings Fig. 1 is a bottom perspective view of the scattering device of this invention;
Fig. 2 is an exploded disassembled top perspective view of the device of Fig. 1;
Fig. 3 is a view taken along line 3-3 of Fig. 1;
Fig. 4 is a top perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the invention;
Fig. 5 is a view taken along line 5-5 of Fig. 4;
Fig. 6 is a bottom perspective view of the device of Figs. 4 and 5;
Fig. 7 is a top perspective view of yet another embodiment of the invention;
Fig. 8 is a view taken along line 8-8 of Fig. 7; and Fig. 9 is a bottom perspective view of the device of Figs. 7 and 8.
Detailed Description of the Invention Referring to the figures, there is illustrated a device 10 according to the present invention for scattering the cremation remains of a deceased.
The device 10 comprises a container 12 which includes a pair of side panels 14, 16 and a pair of end panels 18, 20. As used herein, the term "side wall(s)"
5 generically embraces the side panels 14, 16 and end panels 18, 20. A cover or top wall 22 is removably secured to the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20 via a pair of latch mechanisms 24 and functions as a removable cover for the device 10.
As used herein, the terms "top wall" and "cover" are interchangeable. Each latch mechanism 24 includes a lug portion 26 and a latch portion 28. Each lug portion 26 is secured to a respective end of the top wall 22 with screws 30.
Each latch portion 28 is secured to a respective end panel 18, 20 also with screws 30. Each latch portion 28 includes a pivoting latch arm 32 including a recess 34 therein. Each latch arm 32 fits snugly over a respective lug portion 26 when in a latched position thereby drawing the top wall or cover 22 snugly against the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20. The latch assembly 24 may preferably be of the type available from McMaster Carr as part number 189IA48.
A handle assembly 36 is recessed into a bottom wall 37 of the device 10. More particularly, handle assembly 36 includes a mounting plate 38 to which is pivoted a handle 40. The handle 40, when in its inoperable position, nests within a recess 42 formed in the mounting plate 38. The handle 40 is spring biased so that it is normally in this inoperable position.
The handle 40 is extendable out of the recess 42 to an operable position to be grasped by a user. The handle assembly 36 is secured to the bottom wall 37 via screws 44. Preferably the bottom wall 37 includes a relieved or recessed area 50 therein within which the handle assembly 36 is mounted. The handle assembly 36 may preferably be of the type available from Sea Dog as part number 221820. In the event that a more economical unit is desired, the handle assembly 36 could be eliminated.
The side walls 14, 16, 18, 20 are preferably fabricated of 0.25 inch thick plywood or the like. As is seen in Figure 3, the bottom wall 37 preferably includes a circumferential lip 52 which fits into grooves 54 in the side walls 14, 16, 18. 20. The bottom wall 37 is preferably 0.536 inch thick plywood or the like; the top wall 22 is preferably 1 inch thick wood. The top wall 22 includes a circumferential recess 56 so as to fit snugly within the side walls 14, 16, 18, 20. The overall dimensions of the device 10 are preferably 10.5 inches high, 8.25 inches wide and 3.75 inches deep. Thus, it will be appreciated that the device 10 has a "cereal box" shape.
In use, the device 10 is placed atop a horizontal surface on its bottom wall 37. The latches 24 are unlatched, the cover 22 is removed, and the remains are placed within the interior of the container 10. The top 22 is then replaced and latches 24 are latched. The device 10 is then turned end over end, and the handle 40 is grasped by a funeral director or loved one for carrying and transporting the device 10. At the appointed time for scattering the remains, the device 10 is again turned end over end but in the opposite manner. such that the cover 22 is facing upwardly. The latches 24 are unlatched and the cover 22 is removed. Handle 40 is again grasped and the device 10 is allowed to pivot downwardly such that the open end is facing down. A scattering or swinging motion is then imparted to the container 10 by the funeral director or loved one via the handle 40 to thereby scatter the remains therein.
Referring now to Figs. 4-6, there is illustrated an alternative embodiment of the present invention, denoted by the numeral 100. The device 100 comprises a container 112 which includes a pair of side panels 114, 116 and a pair of end panels 118, 120. A cover or top wall 122 is slidably secured to the side walls 114, 116, 118, 120 via dovetail-type joints 124. A recessed handle 126 in the top wall 122 is graspable by the fingers of a user to slide the cover 122 off of the container 112.
With like numerals representing like components, a handle assembly 36 may be recessed into the bottom wall 137 of the device 100. In the event that a more economical device 100 is desired, a plastic handle of the type available from Hafele as part number 129.39.605 may be substituted for the more expensive handle assembly 36.
The side walls 114, 116, 118, 120 are preferably fabricated of 0.375 inch thick ply wood or the like. The bottom wall 137 preferably includes a circumferential tip 152 which fits into grooves 154 in the side walls 114, 116, 118, 120. The bottom wall 137 is preferably .65 inch thick ply wood or the li4e; the top wall 122 is preferably .375 inch thick ply wood or the like. The infernal dimensions of the device 100 are preferably 9.25 inches high, 7.5 inches wide and 3 inches deep.
Referring to Figs. 7-9, there is illustrated yet another embodiment of the invention, denoted by the numeral 200. This embodiment is more ornate in appearance than the prior embodiments and comprises a container 212 fabricated of, for example, cherry wood, and including a pair of side panels 214, 216 and a pair of end panels 218, 220. A decorative marble cover or top wall 222 is removably secured to the side walls 214, 216, 218, 220. The cover 222 includes a depending portion 224 which fits within the side walls 214, 216, 218, 220 snugly. A marble bottom 237 likewise is snugly received within the side walls 214, 216, 218, 220. With like numerals representing like components, a handle assembly 36 is recessed into the bottom wall 237 of the device 200.
The device 200 further includes a decorative marble belt 240, and a decorative marble base mold 242. The cherry container 212 is preferably 10.75 inches high, 7.18 inches wide and 4 inches deep, and has wall thicknesses of .375 inches.
Those skilled in the art will readily recognize numerous adaptations and modifications which can be made to the present invention which will result in an improved cremation remains scattering device, yet all of which will fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined in the following claims. For example, the device 10 could assume most any desired geometric configuration and is not to be limited to the specific geometric configuration shown and described. Accordingly. the invention is to be limited only by the scope of the following claims and their equivalents.
The device 200 further includes a decorative marble belt 240, and a decorative marble base mold 242. The cherry container 212 is preferably 10.75 inches high, 7.18 inches wide and 4 inches deep, and has wall thicknesses of .375 inches.
Those skilled in the art will readily recognize numerous adaptations and modifications which can be made to the present invention which will result in an improved cremation remains scattering device, yet all of which will fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined in the following claims. For example, the device 10 could assume most any desired geometric configuration and is not to be limited to the specific geometric configuration shown and described. Accordingly. the invention is to be limited only by the scope of the following claims and their equivalents.
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1. A device for scattering cremation remains comprising:
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall, said top and bottom walls being substantially parallel;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall.
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall, said top and bottom walls being substantially parallel;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall.
2. The scattering device of claim 1 wherein said container has four side walls.
3. The scattering device of claim 2 wherein said container has a height, a width and a depth, and wherein the height and width are substantially greater than the depth such that said container has a "cereal box"
shape.
shape.
4. The scattering device of claim 1 wherein said handle is recessed into said bottom wall.
5. The scattering device of claim 1 wherein said handle is pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area.
6. The scattering device of claim 1 wherein said top wall is removably secured to said at least one side wall with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
7. The scattering device of claim 6 wherein said quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism comprises:
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
8. The scattering device of claim 7 wherein said lug portion is secured to said top wall and said latch portion is secured to said at least one side wall.
9. The scattering device of claim 7 wherein said lug and latch portions are fabricated of plastic.
10. A device for scattering cremation remains comprising:
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and four side walls;
said container having a height, a width and a depth, wherein the height and width are substantially greater than the depth such that said container has a "cereal box" shape;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said side walls.
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and four side walls;
said container having a height, a width and a depth, wherein the height and width are substantially greater than the depth such that said container has a "cereal box" shape;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said side walls.
11. The scattering device of claim 10 wherein said handle is recessed into said bottom wall.
12. The scattering device of claim 10 wherein said handle is pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area.
13. The scattering device of claim 10 wherein said top wall is removably secured to said side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
14. The scattering device of claim 10 wherein said quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism comprises:
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and one said side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and one said side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said side walls.
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and one said side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and one said side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said side walls.
15 15. The scattering device of claim 14 wherein said lug portion is secured to said top wall and said latch portion is secured to said one side wall.
16. The scattering device of claim 14 wherein said lug and latch portions are fabricated of plastic.
17. A device for scattering cremation remains comprising:
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall;
said device having a handle mounted thereto, said handle being pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall.
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall;
said device having a handle mounted thereto, said handle being pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall.
18. The scattering device of claim 17 wherein said top wall is removably secured to said at least one side wall with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
19. The scattering device of claim 18 wherein said quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism comprises:
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
20. The scattering device of claim 19 wherein said lug portion is secured to said top wall and said latch portion is secured to said at least one side wall.
21. The scattering device of claim 19 wherein said lug and latch portions are fabricated of plastic.
22. A device for scattering cremation remains comprising:
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and at least one side wall;
said bottom wall having a handle mounted thereto;
said top wall being removably secured to said at least one side wall with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
23. The scattering device of claim 22 wherein said quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism comprises:
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
a lug portion secured to one of said top wall and at least one side wall; and a latch portion secured to the other of said top wall and at least one side wall;
said latch portion snugly fitting over said lug portion when in a latched position thereby drawing said top wall against said at least one side wall.
24. The scattering device of claim 23 wherein said lug portion is secured to said top wall and said latch portion is secured to said at least one side wall.
25. The scattering device of claim 23 wherein said lug and latch portions are fabricated of plastic.
26. A device for scattering cremation remains comprising:
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and four side walls;
said container having a height, a width and a depth, wherein the height and width are substantially greater than the depth such that said container has a "cereal box" shape;
said device having a handle mounted thereto, said handle being pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area;
said bottom wall being removably secured to said side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
a container having a top wall, a bottom wall and four side walls;
said container having a height, a width and a depth, wherein the height and width are substantially greater than the depth such that said container has a "cereal box" shape;
said device having a handle mounted thereto, said handle being pivoted to a mounting plate mounted to said bottom wall, said mounting plate including a recessed area therein, said handle being pivotable to and between a retracted, inoperable position in said recessed area and an extended, operable position out of said recessed area;
said bottom wall being removably secured to said side walls with at least one quick connect/disconnect cam type latch mechanism.
27. The device of any of claims 1, 10 and 17 wherein said top wall is slidably secured to said at least one side wall.
28. The device of claim 27 wherein said top wall slides perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of said device.
29. The device of claim 27 wherein said top wall slides parallel to a longitudinal axis of said device.
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