ES1249204U - Metal beverage can with built-in hygienic pour spout (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Metal beverage can with a built-in hygienic pouring spout characterized by having a totally hygienic pouring spout or spout in the interior of the can. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Metal beverage can with built-in hygienic pouring spout

TECHNICAL SECTOR

The present invention, as indicated by the title of the present description, remarkably improves the system for consuming any canned beverage, without the need for contact between the external part of the can and the consumer.

The object of the invention is to facilitate its consumption without the need for the consumer to drink directly from the external part of the can, which will be exposed to environmental conditions, as well as to the microorganisms that may be in it. This project aims at a more hygienic and ecological consumption by not needing an external disposable straw either. For this, there is a laminar part in which our metal pouring spout will rest, which will be inside the can. This sheet will be exposed to the outside when we open the can with the typical metal tab that commercial cans have on the outside, with a lever game.

Given the growing and justified concern about the contamination of cans due to dust, microorganisms or animal waste (rats, cockroaches or other animals or insects), we created this new opening of cans with the built-in pouring spout and well protected from the outside.

The fact that it is made entirely of the same material as the cans always ensures the same sanitation and the power of being fully recyclable, as well as a lower cost when making them.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Current beverage containers or cans generally have an opening in the upper lid to bring the mouth closer, the lid having a die-cut that determines a line of weakness to obtain said orifice for discharging the drink, allowing a direct exit of the liquid to the outside. The contact of the external area of the can with the consumer's mouth favors the transmission of bacteria and infections to the consumer.

With this design, a recyclable pour spout is achieved in accordance with the rest of the material used in the can, a simple design for the producer and a hygienic solution for the consumer.

There are multiple types of cans that contain a straw or cane inside, but they are based on deformable, disposable straws, loose inside the can or simply a cap with a built-in spout that is attached to the can in question, which practically suppose a high cost to make a change in the production chain.

There are a wide variety of devices, some very sophisticated, but very expensive on a high scale. Let's look at five examples:

1 CONTAINER FOR LIQUIDS WITH INCORPORATED INNER STRAW.

(patent publication number U201231182, by Antonio Fernández Peláez). This document discloses a type of container for liquids with a built-in inner straw, in which the straw is loosely retained inside a tubular body that is provided inside the container, so that when the container is opened the straw comes out to its exterior being ready for the user to use.

2_ PACKAGE PROVIDED WITH A MECHANISM FOR AUTOMATIC EXTRACTION OF A STRAW, (patent publication number 2 204 772, by Dany Prieto). It spreads an automatic system of extraction of the straw through a system of levers, internally coupled in the can. This mechanism unlocks the rotation of the straw when opening the can, allowing it to come out through the hole.

3. PACKAGING FOR BEVERAGES, PRESERVES AND THE LIKE, ( patent publication number WO 97/47529, by Gustavo Puente Pubill). It discloses a metal container with a tubular body on the inside, whose body is extended in the form of a continuous sheet, from a previously folded position, when the upper membrane is opened.

A DRINKING LID WITH A STRAW COMPARTMENT.

(Patent Publication Number 2610 078, by Ménica Ordegno and Flavio Russo). It refers to a lid for closing a drinking glass comprising a base portion for holding the lid on the drinking glass, wherein the base comprises a circumferential side wall and a transverse wall for separating the base portion into a first part and a second part. A first cavity between the first part of the base portion and a second cavity between the second part of the base portion, in which the first cavity contains a drinking straw and the second cavity contains an opening for drinking with the mouth.

5. Container for refreshing and similar beverages with internal flexible straw incorporated, (by Juan Salvado Fernández). It comprises a body designed to contain a refreshing drink and a flexible straw which includes a lid provided with a ring attached to a laminar element which is attached to a holding element of the straw so that the opening of the lid causes the projection of the straw outward. The straw incorporates an elastic tube with radial protrusions.

All these inventions contribute to a better sanitization of the consumption of liquids packed in containers or cans. But, unfortunately, the devices cannot cover all the cases, being sometimes too complicated in their elaboration, as well as in their opening or final weight of the can.

Consequently, the state of the art proposes efficient, but not cost-effective solutions to carry them out on a large scale. The present invention offers a comfortable solution, devoid of obstacles or mechanisms, by which the user does not have to exert too much force or secondary movements to carry out the function of this patent and by which the entrepreneur should not invest much capital in the change of the assembly line, as well as in the recycling process stage, it is possible to opt for an easy and direct reuse of the material.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

With regard to the product that we describe below and that we try to PROTECT as a UTILITY MODEL, it aims for maximum efficiency in the health of the consumer without fear of being infected by possible remains or bacteria deposited on the outside of the can.

The device is based on the classic can, although in this case it has the peculiarity that the lever opening mechanism of the outer ring (1) is modified and the incorporation of a sheet (3) that will support the pouring spout (Figure one).

The classic opening is based on creating a first degree lever in which the support is between the force exerted on the ring and the resistance offered by the stamped part of the opening. This type of lever offers less force to exert due to the difference in the lever arms.

In our utility model it is based on an opening with a second degree lever, in which the support or axis of rotation is at one end, the force to be exerted at the other and the resistance to overcome is between both. This characteristic is fundamental for our utility model as it will allow the extraction of our interior pouring spout (3), as well as the reduction of movements of the ring (1) that we must do, since we will only need a single turn of it to create the opening .

Our ring (1) will be attached to the stamped detachment part (2) of the external part through any type of union (4) such as a bolt, rivet or adhesive, which will be the resistance that we must overcome to open. In addition, this union or bolt will also be attached to the bottom of the sheet of our pour spout (3) on the inside of the can (Figure 1).

When making the opening turn, the ring will pull the die-cut sheet that will make the sheet of the pouring spout move jointly in its turn, allowing it to come out (Figure 2).

To allow sealing and not evacuate the liquid while we drink, there will be a radial protrusion on the edge of the pouring spout sheet, which will wedge-shaped with another protrusion made on the top lid of the can. , which will have the negative shape of the spout protrusion (Figure 4A).

This sealing can also be carried out through the incorporation of any material in the form of a barrier (7) that is interposed between the upper sheet of the can (5) and the sheet of the pouring spout (3) (Figure 4B).

As the container remains watertight, the drinking action worsens as it does not allow the entry of air to replace the liquid that comes out. Therefore, this document also includes the possibility of incorporating a second stamped hole (6) through which air is allowed to enter to facilitate a more constant flow of liquid when absorbing. For this, a punched hole will be available which will be opened by the push exerted by the bolt (4) on it (Figures 6 and 7).

The type of rotation may also be supported by axes incorporated into the lid of the can if the manufacturer so wishes.

The internal pouring spout may also be made of a material other than that used in the rest of the can, such as plastic, ceramic or other materials designed for this purpose.

As a complement, it will be possible to have, if the manufacturer so wishes, a small cap (8) incorporated in the pouring spout so that the user can close the can, remaining totally watertight for better transport and health (Figure 8 ^).

This stopper may be made of plastic or metal materials, as well as the characteristic of being attached or not to our pouring spout through any sheet, thread or wire that does not allow the loss of this stopper.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the previously exposed description, we now show a series of drawings that facilitate the understanding of the utility model. According to an example of a practical embodiment, the following is attached as an integral part of said description for illustrative and non-limiting purposes:

FIGURE 1 shows a general representation of the device of the invention formed by the ring (1), the punched sheet (2), the sheet with the incorporated pouring spout (3), the bolt (4) and the sheet or upper part of the can (5). It shows the union between the ring (1), the die-cut sheet (2) and the sheet with the pouring spout (3), through the bolt (4) or any other type of union.

FIGURE 2 shows a view in action of the practical application of opening, turning and exiting the spout (3).

FIGURE 3 shows a perspective of how the device would be in its final state, with the spout (3) being totally vertical on the outside, and of the geometric situation of the ring (4).

FIGURE 4A is a detailed view of the overlap of the outer sheet (5) with the sheet of the pourer (3), curved to create stagnation of the liquid and not protrude when drinking from the can.

FIGURE 4B is a detailed view of the overlap of the outer sheet (5) with the sheet of the spout (3) using the watertight barrier (7) as a connection and support for both sheets.

FIGURE 5 represents a three-dimensional perspective view of the new element to be coupled, that is, the sheet with the pouring spout (3), showing its dimensions and arrangement with respect to the other elements that constitute the can, as well as its opening execution In this figure, the ring (1) has been omitted for a better visualization of the utility model, showing only the upper part of the can (5), the die-cut sheet (4), the spout spout (3) and the joint between sheets (4).

FIGURE 6 shows a possible arrangement of the second die-cut opening (6) for the entry of air into the can.

FIGURE 7 shows in detail an image of the realization of the opening of the second opening (6) for air, showing how the bolt (4) hits the stamped part and that, exerting sufficient pressure, it allows the hole to be opened intended for air intake.

FIGURE 8 shows the coupling of a small cap in the upper part of the spout, which may or may not be attached to it.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

As can be seen in the referred figures, the device of the invention is constituted from the incorporation of an internal pouring spout (3) in a conventional can for drinks, which will be attached to the sheet of the can (2) and the ring (1) through a union (4). When the ring is pulled, it will allow passage to the outside of the pouring spout thanks to the turn produced.

For its creation we must start from the creation of the metal can itself, to which the upper lid has not yet been attached. In this sense, various ways of creating the top cover are branched out, although the entrepreneur may contribute new ones and adopt the one that suits him best, as long as he remains faithful to the purpose of this utility model.

At this point, we propose the creation of the upper cover by means of stamping to create the stagnant reliefs and the stamped areas that will allow the passage of liquid and air. For the union of the 3 essential parts (ring, die-cut sheet and spout sheet) it is possible to use a permanent union through bolts or by spot welding or, failing that, by a removable union with adhesives.

For the creation of the pouring spout, it can be done by stamping or cold plastic deformation of a sheet, which must have the right shape for its best fit with the top sheet of the can. At this point, the possibility of incorporating the small cap attached to the mouth of the pouring spout described above may be considered, which may be made of plastic or metallic material.

Once each part of the can has been designed, only the sheet with the pouring spout and the ring will have to be incorporated into the upper lid of the can through the joints previously described. Once the entire top lid of the can is created, you will only have to join the lid to the can through the edges.

Claims (8)

1. Metal can for beverages with built-in hygienic pouring spout characterized by having a totally hygienic pouring spout or spout in the interior compartment of the can 2. Metal can for drinks with a built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to claim 1, characterized in that it allows the opening of the can and the extraction of the pouring spout with a single turning movement through the ring 3. Metal can for beverages with a built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to previous claims, characterized by presenting a permanent joint, such as bolts, rivets or any type of welding, or a removable joint, such as adhesives, between the ring, the die cut foil and pour spout foil 4. Metal can for beverages with built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to previous claims, characterized by a tight coupling between the stamped sheet and the spout sheet, being able to be through a relief stamped on the edge of both or by the incorporation of any material on the edge that are interposed between the sheets allowing the total sealing of the opening. 5. Metal can for beverages with built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to previous claims, characterized by the possibility of incorporating a second opening in the upper sheet of the can that allows air to enter the can to facilitate the consumption of the liquid and its flow constant. 6. Metal can for drinks with a built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to claim 5, characterized in that the opening for the Air inlet can be actuated by the bolt or rivet itself that pushes the die-cut sheet and allows the opening of the second hole. 7.

Metal can for beverages with a built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to previous claims, characterized in that the choice of material for the pouring spout can be any plastic, metallic or ceramic material. 8.

Metal can for drinks with a built-in hygienic pouring spout, according to previous claims, characterized by the possibility of incorporating a small cap to our pouring spout, to facilitate its transport once the can is opened. This stopper may be made of plastic or metallic material, and may be loose or attached to the spout through a wire or thread.