ES2597179B1 - Dosing bottle - Google Patents

Abstract

In a preferred embodiment, the dosing bottle is made up of a general deposit, communicated with a smaller tank located between it and the outlet opening. The minor acts as a dispenser when the bottle is rotated for this purpose and keeps its content controlled until the bottle is deliberately tilted to serve the dose, driven by a ramp with direct exit to the outside, which raises its level and also achieves that it is flush advantageously prevail over the level of the remaining liquid, until the total output of the dose.

Description

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DESCRIPTION

Dosing bottle

Technology Sector

The present invention belongs to the packaging sector and more specifically to the bottles and liquid containers.

The main object of the present invention is a bottle, container or liquid container equipped with a device that enables it to serve its contents in exact controlled doses, if so! desired by the user or freely and uncontrollably pour all its content. This dosing device can be integrated, in the bottle structure itself, or formed in its inner structure by means of two or more assembled parts, or manufactured independently to be introduced later to it and remain there! definitely.

Background of the invention

The dosing systems, so far used and known, are limited to equipping the bottles or liquid containers with independent measuring vessels that serve as a dosing cap, which are fixed in the necks of their respective containers by thread or pressure or on their caps and service mouths; usually used awkwardly or cumbersomely to measure portions of the liquid as in time immemorial.

Other known methods of measuring liquids are those that use measuring and test containers, transparent or semi-transparent, which have embossed or printed on the outside, graphic scales that indicate their contents, but are totally independent of the bottles and containers of the fluids that need to be measured.

And finally, in the market there are brands of hygienic, cleaning, perfumes and other products, which supply their products in bottles or containers equipped with push buttons, which operate by pressurized air or compressed propellant gases, procedures that provide small and uneven pulverized portions of the packaged product.

The applications of the bottles or containers equipped with a dosing system such as the one presented in this invention, are diverse and it is foreseeable that its field of action is increasingly wide due to the simplicity of its mechanism, ease of handling, hygiene and comfort of service and ridiculous cost. It may be manufactured integrated into the structures of the bottles and containers for liquids, or subsequently incorporated therein; In any of the cases, this device will train the bottles and containers for liquids of an innovative provision: The one to dose their contents without resorting to external elements. The system of the Dosing Bottle object of industrial protection, may be manufactured in plastic, glass and other material, integrated or incorporated into the bottles or containers of liquids, whose contents need to be dosed.

Examples In Medicine and Dietetics: Liquid products such as syrups, antibiotics and beverages with calories. At home: Softeners for washing machines, detergents, ammonia, lejla and others. Machine and car maintenance: in refrigerant containers,

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lubricants and fuels. It should not be forgotten to mention its application in bottles of alcoholic beverages, where it is advisable to control the amount of alcohol in the blood, so as not to exceed the levels punishable by the Traffic authorities.

Therefore, its manufacture and making available to the consumer will simplify the action of measuring and serving a certain dose of liquid, eliminating the unsafe and unhygienic measurement that is currently performed. The ease of use is evident, because the Dosing Bottle can be operated with one hand, without reducing its dosing quality.

Explanation of the invention

The Dosing Bottle, object of the invention, has a main liquid container, in whose structure a device formed by a smaller deposit located between the main and the exit orifice is provided. The minor welcomes and retains a portion in his cavity, which remains independent of the rest of the fluid when the bottle is rotated or rotated for that purpose; that dose, will go outside, by a ramp that is part of the system when decided by the user.

The Dosing Bottle, object of the invention, contains an integrated dosing device - which can be visible and can be manufactured or installed in any type of liquid container; It includes a ramp inclined transverse partition, which divides the hull, which connects on its upper distal part with the neck of the vessel and from its lower distal end adopts a concave shape that adapts and sympathizes with the cavity or deposit, intended to select and contain doses or fractions of liquid; This partition divides the total cavity of the container transversely into at least two separate uneven chambers, but communicated with each other and the outlet, through a duct, whose flow rate is equal to or greater than that of the mouth. The main chamber or helmet stores all the liquid. The minor or dispenser, for its strategic location has as mission - if the user performs the loading maneuver - receive, separate, calibrate and keep in its cavity, an autonomous portion - removed from the liquid contained in the main tank or hull - until you need to serve it for consumption.

The main advantages of this invention are summarized as follows:

- The Dosing Bottle, admits all kinds of liquids and works correctly with all of them, selecting from the inside, - if the user wishes - a dose previously established by the capacity of the cavity destined to dose, which can be served directly outside as needed.

- The dosing bottle, through its dosing device, provides this service in a hygienic way, because the selection of the dose is carried out inside the closed bottle, which after opening, will pour the exact portion, separated from the total content.

- The capacity or size of the smaller or dosing chamber will be established in each package, the technical, sanitary or optional requirements, according to the type and application of the liquid to be dosed.

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- The Dosing Bottle can also serve the liquid contained as a common bottle, when the dosage is not necessary; therefore, the liquid may be spilled without exit control, if the user does not follow the mandatory instructions for obtaining the fluid dosage.

- The Dosing Bottle, object of the invention, has a device that can be applied to any type of bottles and containers for fluids, made of plastic, glass and other materials, allowing them to serve their liquid content in identical and controlled portions, if so ! The user needs it.

The Dosing Bottle is handled with one hand without losing its quality.

The Dosing Bottle does not need to dose any external annex element, but instead has an effective device, whose elements divide it into at least two cameras of different sizes communicated with each other and the exit; The minor or dosing chamber has the task of receiving a portion of the major chamber and retaining it in its cavity, separated and independent of the rest of the liquid until the user needs it.

A practical and everyday example is presented that highlights the advantages of this innovation:

At present, housewives need to dose cleaning or washing products, such as lye, softeners or detergents; for this, the manufacturers of these products have provided in their containers large stoppers-glasses that are also used as dispensers. To achieve a dose of fabric softener, users ... 10.- Unscrew the cap. 2 .- Hold this with one hand or put it on a table or bench. 3 .- They pour freehand in the cap, with danger of spilling and dirtying, a little product, trying not to overflow. 4 .- Empty the plug, in the corresponding hole of the washing machine. 5th .- Close the container.

If this housewife had had a bottle with the built-in dosing device, such as the one presenting this scoop, she would have performed the following operations. 1 ° .- With the bottle closed by a normal and small cap and with one hand, change the vertical position of the container with another horizontal and return it to vertical 2 ° .- Uncover the bottle and then, from it, pour it directly in the washing machine the exact dose of the product, in a comfortable and hygienic way and without danger of spillage. 3 .- Finally, close the container.

The Dosing Bottle in another preferred embodiment, acquires the stated power, to dose by being constituted by at least two independent deposits communicated with each other and with the exit, - integrated, according to model and application - inside, or outside the container, or in both positions simultaneously; It can be manufactured with the dosing device in different locations, depending on the position of the outlet that determines the location of the dosing cavity and therefore, that of the rest of the system.

In another preferred embodiment, the liquid contained in the Dosing Bottle will be consumed when the user decides the mode of discharge, according to their needs. If you position the bottle so that one or more recorded bubbles are held high above the external area of the duct that communicates the deposits, the liquid will flow in doses

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controlled. Performing the service with the bottle in any other position, in which the aforementioned signal is not correctly positioned, the exit of the liquid will be carried out without control, like the common bottles.

In those preferred embodiments, the Dosing Bottle may be manufactured by hose blowing or preform blowing, with opaque or transparent plastics and in glass or other materials, like any common bottle.

In other preferred embodiments, the Dosing Bottle may be manufactured in small sizes for therapeutic contents, due to its suitability for containing and dosing liquid medicines, such as syrups, toners, mouthwashes ... etc. They need to be protected from environmental pollution, a vital issue for these liquid, drinkable, hygienic or medicinal products, because their dosing system selects the dose inside the closed container, preventing its contamination and ensuring that it emerges from the impolute exterior. .

In the preferred embodiments in which the accuracy of the dose is required, it will be sufficient to faithfully respect the instructions for use and the same amount of liquid in each service will be achieved, whenever desired, in accordance with the optional prescription; In these demanding applications, the dosers integrated in the containers will be manufactured with a precise quantity of milliliters according to medical prescription. It should be noted its excellent dosing application for bottles of alcoholic beverages, before the breathalyzer controls, more and more frequent, as they will inform the user of the alcohol levels ingested, avoiding the sanctions of the traffic authorities.

In those preferred embodiments, the Dosing Bottle device may have, depending on the model and provision, various interlocks, different designs and different formats; therefore, the location and shape of the dosing system will be determined by the locations of the outlets of each type of bottle or container equipped with this innovation; the grip elements expressly inserted for handling, such as handles and handles, which necessarily condition its shape and location, will also influence its configuration and position; however, in no realization will the properties and applications of the dosing system be altered, much less those of the liquids it will administer.

In a preferred embodiment, the system integrated in the Dosing Bottle, object of industrial protection, bases its operation in the interior division of the helmet in at least two unequal parts, by means of an oblique partition that can take various forms, all in solidarity and operative with the cavity that forms the minor or secondary deposit, destined to contain the dose of each service, which is calibrated, by means of a transversal height of smaller height that allows the filling of the smaller cavity and when it is flooded it establishes the programmed dose, reintegrating the liquid left over to the hull, through the proximal duct that communicates both deposits.

In another preferred embodiment the Dosing Bottle is formed by two independent cylinders of different volume located the one of smaller capacity obliquely, both communicated by an inner proximal duct; the tangential union of these configures an exit ramp and its degrees of inclination, favor the early exit of the liquid contained in the minor that acts as a doser. This cylinder can be transparent and have a graphic scale inscribed, embossed or printed and the magnitude of the dose will be displayed. The bottle configured asl, maintains the same principle of

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operation that the Dosing Bottle device, object of industrial protection and offers, in another variant, the possibility of choosing different doses: For children and adults or to control the ingested calories.

In another preferred embodiment, the Dosing Bottle is composed of more than one metering cylinder and its outlet will be located in the most comfortable and practical place adapted to the rational use and application.

The basic composition of this invention, performance and method of application, for its innovation and economy require industrial protection, considering that all the arguments and figures presented here, have an illustrative and non-limiting character.

Brief description of the drawings

To complete the description that is being made of the Dosing Bottle and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention and its operation, several sets of figures and diagrams of use are attached, as an integral part of said description, where the following has been represented by way of illustration and not limitation:

Figures 1, 2 and 3 show elevations of three types of bottle. The 2 highlights the location of the dispenser in the scratched area. On the three figures, two sections. These figures describe its embodiment according to the present invention.

Figures 4 show in section three different doser designs, chosen from the many forms that it can take, in accordance with this invention.

Figures 5 represent a scheme of operation of the dosing system. Lamina 2.

Figure 6 shows the elevation of a bottle or side outlet container, equipped with the dosing device. On this figure its Section E-F.

Figure 7 represents a front elevation thereof.

Figure 8 shows a section of the previous one, where the dispenser stands out with a scratch.

Figure 9 shows a view of Section G-H of this model, highlighting the dispenser, which is part of the system according to the present invention.

Figures 10 represent a scheme of the operation of this prototype according to this invention.

Figure 11 shows a middle side outlet bottle design, equipped with a doser parallel to the hull.

Figure 12 shows a model of a bottle or side outlet container, whose dispenser is inclined in the center of the helmet. Under this figure, its C-D section is included. The description is in accordance with this invention.

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Figure 13 shows a type of low output dosing bottle and its E-F section. This unusual-looking model, so different from traditional forms, uses the same dosing system and therefore is in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 14 shows section A-B of figure 11, for better understanding.

Figure 15 shows in perspective the model of the previous figure, in its use.

Figure 16 shows in perspective the prototype of fig. 12.

The figure, 17, represents in perspective, the low output model of fig. 13.

Figure 18 is a version of a dosing bottle with a diagonal outlet; that inclination to be direct extension of the ramp, facilitates the pouring of the liquid by not needing large inclination of the set to serve the dose. A top view of it is included on this figure.

Figure 19 shows a front elevation of this bottle and on it its section G-H, in which the dose situation stands out with stripes.

Figure 20 shows the A-B section of this model, where the dose space in the dispenser has been highlighted with a striped plot. On this figure the section C-D that defines another possible realization of the system according to the present invention is represented.

Figure 21 shows a schematic view with the position of the main coordinated elements of the dosing device, in a possible embodiment of the system, in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 22 shows a section of another liquid container model, the characteristics of which are in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 23 shows another model of the dosing bottle, which due to the narrowness of the doser could make it difficult to fill; The solution consists of providing it with a second inlet hole, which after filling, will be closed by heat sealing and embedded inside the case. This variant does not affect the system and use of the invention and its possible embodiment is in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 24 shows a prototype soda bottle, equipped with the dosing system proposed here, in a possible embodiment of the system, in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 25 represents in perspective this same prototype, where the elements that make up the dosing device and the operation of the system in a possible embodiment according to the present invention are highlighted and detailed.

Figure 26 shows a diagram of the mold that meets the conditions for manufacturing by means of the pre-blown technique of the bottle; Converging central arrows highlight the mobile y-z males necessary to make the invention in one piece.

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Figure 27 represents a perspective of the liquid-filled bottle in a horizontal position in which it can be seen that the level reached by the dosing fluid exceeds the level of the hull; evidence that advances the output of the dose and tests the feasibility of a possible realization according to the present invention.

Figures 28, 29 and 31 present detailed views of a possible embodiment, in accordance with the present invention, of a different bottle model and with its changed position elements, but with the same dosing system. The C-D section under fig. 29 clearly describes the change of location of system elements.

Figure 30 shows a piece that can be attached to the mouth of this bottle, which replaces the screw cap and which is anchored under pressure in some lugs provided on its hull. The helmet has a hole in its base, to transport this complement.

Figure 31 shows assembled and in use position the part that replaces the screw cap and that by pressure opens the hole of the dispenser to serve the portion.

Figure 32 shows the elevation of a common bottle of possible embodiment, whose sections AB and CD are on and under it, in which the shape of the dosing tank, inclined and in this case, centered according to the present, is appreciated invention.

Figure 33 shows the perspective of the bottle of fig. 32, where the different volumes that configure your dosing system of possible realization and in accordance with the present invention are appreciated.

Figure 34 shows a longitudinal section of a bottle similar to the previous one, in which different location and shape of the dosing cavity can be seen.

Figure 35 shows a bottle of similar appearance to the previous one in a possible embodiment, whose dispenser is of smaller capacity, because part of its space has been occupied by a through groove that will facilitate the grip and transport of the bottle, in accordance with The present invention.

The following is a list of the elements represented in the figures that make up the invention:

1 = Inlet and outlet of liquids.

2 = Diagonal partition or exit ramp.

3 = Dosing tank or camera id.

4 = Minor partition whose horizontal edge establishes the dose.

5 = Communicating conduit or liquid passage.

6 = Main deposit or hull.

7 = Indicative bubble of position to dose.

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8 = Through hole that facilitates grip.

10 = Level of helmet liquid.

11 = Doser level.

13 = Flooding hole.

The basic composition of this invention and its method of application require industrial protection, considering that all of the above has an illustrative and non-limiting character.

Preferred realization of the invention

In view of the aforementioned figures, and in accordance with the numbering adopted, it can be observed in them various examples of embodiments of the invention. However, as they all contain as a common denominator the device that makes this dosing procedure possible, described with an illustrative and non-limiting intention, it will be sufficient to set forth some of the preferred embodiments, which comprise the parts and elements that are indicated and described in detail. then.

Thus, as can be seen, Figures 1 to 8 present preferred embodiments of the Dosing Bottle (1) manageable from its hull (6) like any common bottle, which for it to perform its golden dosing mission (3) must be handle following a simple guideline of use. To make the dosage possible, a device consisting of the following elements is available:

- A helmet or main tank, (6) of known or not known design, which contains the liquid product.

- A common outlet (1), also necessary for filling.

- A dividing partition (2), which forms the smaller chamber (3) and also acts as a ramp that anticipates the direct exit of the dosed liquid to the rest of the content.

- A smaller tank (3) or dispenser that separates and calibrates a portion of the liquid, supplied by the main tank (6) through the duct (5).

- A smaller partition (4) that receives and calibrates the programmed dose by its upper horizontal edge, dislodging the excess liquid to its source, (6).

- A communication channel (5) between both deposits and the exit.

- An outer relief signal (7) on the duct (5) that determines the ideal position of the assembly to obtain a precise dosed discharge.

- An elongated hole (8) with an elongated shape that simplifies the formation of the dispenser and improves the holding of the bottle.

- A cavity (13) proximal to the partition (2) by its outer zone, which at rest remains empty and is filled when the bottle is tilted to pour the liquid.

In a preferred embodiment, as seen in Figures 1 to 4, the main body 5 (1), the dosing device (3), the measuring elements (4), the output, (1) and the traffic of fluids (5), are formed by a single piece and integrated into the structure of the bottle, but it is also possible to manufacture the Bottle and its dosing device (3), - in two or more assembled parts -, as the object of the invention it does not reside in the manufacturing method, but in the bottle-device assembly that makes the dosing benefit 10 possible.

In another preferred embodiment, shown by figures 6,7 and 8, its sections and figure 35, the main body acquires another aspect by the location of the outlet mouth (1) and by the through hole (8) which the Figures 8 and 35, from which it follows that 15 when the locations of the elements that make up this system are changed, no operational function is altered, but the dosing device is adapted to the needs, applications and of course, to creative fancy of the designer.

Claims (5)

5 10 fifteen twenty 25 30 35 40 Four. Five fifty 1. Dosing Bottle, equipped with a device that achieves the separation of identical portions of liquids, which will be served outside independent of the rest of its liquid content, characterized in that it comprises: - A helmet or main tank (6) fluid container, constituted by the bottle itself - A mouth (1) or exit hole of the liquid through which the dose is spilled. - A smaller chamber (3), which receives and maintains in its cavity the autonomous dose, by means of a partition (4) that establishes the level attainable by the independent portion at rest, supplied by the greater deposit (6). - A conduit (5) communicator between both tanks, which has a flow equal to or greater than the mouth (1). - A ramp, (2) that starts at the base of the cavity (3) and continues to maintain its upward inclination to its distal end, in connection with the exit neck (1). - An empty side space (13) located after the exit ramp, which when the bottle is tilted to pour the portion, is flooded with the liquid from the main tank (6) getting a lowering of the level of this which optimizes the independent exit of the dose (3). All these elements - integrated in the bottles or containers - coordinated with each other, strategically located and managed by the user manage to establish a safe and precise dosing system that works when it needs to dose the liquid content. 2. Dosing bottle, according to claim 1, characterized by carrying in its structure, a smaller tank (3) or dispenser, consisting of the hull and a diagonal cross-sectional partition (2) that divides the hull (6) and configures a ramp (2) that begins its trajectory at the lower distal end or base of the cavity (3), maintaining an upward path until it flows directly into the cylindrical neck and its proximal exit hole (1). 3. Dosing Bottle, according to claim 1, characterized in that its hull or main tank (6) and the rest of the elements of the dosing system, can be manufactured in one piece. 4. Dosing Bottle, according to claim 1, characterized in that it and its integrated dosing system can be manufactured in two or more pieces. 5. Dosing Bottle, according to claim 1 characterized in that all the elements that compose it: Main body (6). Outlet (1). Doser (3). Septum-Ramp (2) Minor partition (4) and Duct (5) can be manufactured in two or more pieces in opaque or transparent materials; the latter will allow visualizing the liquid eleven content and its tactical path, (2) mandatory to serve a portion {3) measured and controlled abroad.