JP2016525048A - SEALING DEVICE, SEALING DEVICE, AND SEALING METHOD - Google Patents

Abstract

Provided with body (113,213), diaphragm (30,130,230) and container (14,114,214) for holding liquid and opening (115,215) for injecting and / or removing liquid from body (113,213) of container (14,114,214) Is done. The container (14, 114, 214) includes a neck portion (12, 112, 212) between the opening (115, 215) and the main body (113, 213), and the diaphragm (30, 130, 230) is attached to the neck portion (12, 112, 212). The diaphragm (30, 130, 230) is disposed between the opening (115, 215) of the container (14, 114, 214) and the main body (113, 213).

Description

  The present invention relates to a sealing device, a sealing device, and a sealing method. The present invention also relates to a diaphragm, a seal, or a membrane. In particular, the present invention relates to sealing for containers such as liquid containers. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a container such as a container or bottle used for spirits or liquor, in particular premium spirits or premium liquor.

  There are various types of containers to accommodate different liquids. Due to environmental concerns, the reuse and / or recycling of containers is encouraged. However, it is not always desirable to reuse liquid containers. For example, if the safety or authenticity of the contents of the container deviates from what was originally contained in the container, it is preferable to prevent or avoid reuse. Otherwise, misrecognition of the contents of the reused container may be made. For example, if it is an alcoholic beverage (for example, spirits or liquor) sold in an original container, its safety, quality and authenticity are sufficiently guaranteed. However, if such a container is subsequently refilled to a source different from the source, the authenticity, quality or safety of the refilled container is not guaranteed and potential users of the refilled container Or it will show false authenticity, quality, and safety to a consumer. Thus, such unauthorized reuse by counterfeiters, etc. may result in the sale of genuine original beverages and / or the safety or enjoyment of consumers or users and / or the genuine brand or source of the original container. It can negatively affect your reputation.

  Various containers or closures have been developed to prevent or inhibit such refilling of containers and reduce the opportunity for reuse of the original container. Such a closure comprises tamper evidence means such as a tear band and / or means for disabling refilling such as valve means and / or a convoluted liquid discharge channel. For example, the liquid contents of a container can be discharged or discharged while preventing the liquid from entering the container to prevent refilling of the container or preventing the original contents from being diluted, contaminated or mixed There are containers with one-way closures. Such closures or instruments are commonly referred to as non-refillable instruments, non-refillable systems, or “NR”.

  This background art column is intended to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the following description. Therefore, the above description should not be construed as presenting some state of the art or general knowledge.

  An object of at least one embodiment of at least one aspect of the present invention is to eliminate or at least mitigate one or more problems and / or disadvantages of the prior art.

  The closure assembly or the sealing device according to the first aspect of the present invention is applied to an opening or neck of a container such as a liquid container.

  The assembly includes a first body portion. The assembly includes a tamper evidence member disposed between the first body portion and the liquid container. The tamper evidence member is configured to maintain the position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion before the closure assembly is opened for the first time.

  With this configuration, the tamper-evidence member functions as a part of the structure of the closure assembly before removal.

  The tamper evidence member includes a tear strip. The tamper evidence member is configured to extend in a circumferential direction of at least a portion of the closure assembly and / or the container.

  The tamper evidence member is configured to maintain a longitudinal or axial position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion.

  The tamper evidence member is configured to maintain a circumferential or radial position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion.

  The tamper evidence member maintains the position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion when a load, such as an axial load, is imposed on the first body portion. Configured.

  The tamper evidence member is configured to at least partially absorb and / or move an impact load applied to the first body portion.

  The tamper evidence member is configured to attempt to prevent or inhibit movement of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion before the closure assembly is opened for the first time. For example, the tamper evidence member attempts to prevent or prevent the first body portion from moving toward and / or away from the container and / or the second body portion. Configured to do.

  The first body portion comprises a first cylindrical member or cap, such as a first sleeve or sleeve portion.

  The second body portion comprises a second cylindrical member such as a second sleeve or sleeve portion.

  The tamper evidence member includes a structural member.

  The tamper evidence member comprises a third cylindrical member such as a third sleeve or sleeve portion.

  The tamper evidence member is configured to impart rigidity, such as axial or longitudinal rigidity, to the closure assembly.

  The tamper evidence member includes a stiffener.

  The tamper evidence member includes an access tab.

  The tamper evidence member includes a ring member.

  The tamper evidence member includes a spacer.

  The tamper evidence member is reconfigurable.

  The tamper evidence member is removable or at least partially removable.

  The tamper evidence member includes a member that is easily damaged.

  The tamper evidence member may include a first body and / or a second body portion (e.g., the periphery of each of the first and / or second circumferential ends of the first body and / or the second body, or It is attached to the adjacent part etc. so that it can be damaged. The tamper evidence member is attached to the container, for example, in a breakable manner.

  The tamper evidence member includes a rigid member.

  The tamper evidence member may be variable in strength and / or rigidity and / or cross-sectional area and / or thickness. The tamper evidence member may be variable in strength and / or rigidity and / or cross-sectional area and / or thickness along its length (such as around the tamper evidence member).

  The tamper evidence member comprises a single or unique means for positioning or spacing the first body portion relative to the container and / or second body portion prior to opening.

  The closure assembly includes biasing means for biasing the first body portion toward the first state.

  The closure assembly comprises means for cutting, drilling, penetrating, removing or displacing a diaphragm or seal.

  The closure assembly comprises means for retaining at least a part of the closure assembly, for example in the opening or neck of the container.

  In a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a container such as a liquid container comprising a main body or a part or member provided with a rare or semi-rare or collection material.

  The rare or semi-rare or collection material is configured to provide a recycling value that is higher than the reuse value after initial opening or use of the container. By doing so, the chance of unauthorized use using the original container is reduced.

  The rare or quasi-rare or collection material is attached or secured to the container, and the rare or quasi-rare or collection material is removed or separated from the container so that the container It is substantially prevented from being reused.

  The rare or semi-rare or collectable material is attached or fixed to the container inseparably. The rare or semi-rare or collection material is substantially permanently adhered to the container. The rare or semi-rare or collectable material is welded, welded or bonded to the container.

  The rare or semi-rare or collection material comprises a coating or insert or attachment of the container and / or closure assembly.

  The container includes an opening or a neck.

  The said container consists of bottles, such as a glass bottle for alcoholic beverages, for example. The alcoholic beverage is made of spirits or liquor (for example, premium spirits or premium liquor such as whiskey or scotch whiskey).

  The rare or semi-rare or collection material or member is provided in the opening or neck of the container.

  The opening or neck is, for example, cylindrical on the inside and / or outside.

  The rare or quasi-rare or collection material includes an annular member.

  The annular member has a substantially circular inner and / or outer periphery, face, edge or contour. For example, the annular member includes a ring.

  The annular member has a substantially oval inner and / or outer periphery, face, edge or contour. The annular member has a substantially polygonal (eg, square, triangular, octagonal, etc.) inner and / or outer periphery, face, edge or contour. The rare or quasi-rare or collection material is a rare or quasi-rare jewel or a rare metal such as gold, silver, platinum, or their conventional rare or quasi-rare such as alloys, mixtures or other derivatives. Consists of rare materials and / or quasi-rare metals such as brass, braid, steel, nickel, or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof.

  The rare or semi-rare collectable material may also be composed of materials that have not previously been made rare or semi-rare, such as plastic. The value or rarity of the rare or semi-rare material may be derived from a non-material side. For example, the rarity of the material having the collection property is brought about by being a limited edition such as a limited form or a limited color.

  The rare or semi-rare or collection material provides substantial value to the container or the rest of the container or other materials of the container.

  The rare or quasi-rare or collectable material is made of plastic or polymer, or is composed of these materials. For example, it is added as an additive to a masterbatch used for the production of plastic products or processed products, such as containers such as PET.

  The rare or semi-rare or collection material or member comprises, is attached to, or is functionally attached to a diaphragm, membrane or seal.

  The closure assembly is assembled prior to installing or attaching the closure assembly onto or onto the container. The closure assembly is substantially completely preassembled. The pre-assembly includes the semi-rare part or member or collection material and / or the diaphragm or seal.

  The closure assembly is installed or attached in or on the container or in the container substantially as a single unit. The closure assembly is substantially integrally installed or attached within or on or on the container. The closure assembly is installed or attached in or on the container or in the container in a substantially single step. The closure assembly seals the container, or at least partially seals the container, by being installed or attached in or on the container.

  Alternatively, the closure assembly is assembled after installing or attaching at least a portion of the closure assembly in or on the container or on the container. For example, the semi-rare parts or components or the collection material and / or the diaphragm or seal may be placed in or on the container before or after installation or attachment of one or more other parts of the closure assembly. Installed or attached to the container.

  A closure assembly according to a third aspect of the present invention consists of said assembly of a rare, semi-rare or collectable material applied to the opening or neck of a container such as a liquid container.

  The rare or quasi-rare or collection material is configured to be attached to the container, so that the rare or quasi-rare or collection material is removed or separated from the container. Substantially preventing the container from being reused.

  The rare or semi-rare or collectable material is attached to the container inseparably. The rare or semi-rare or collection material is substantially permanently adhered to the container. The rare or semi-rare or collectable material is welded or welded to the container.

  In a fourth aspect of the invention, the closure assembly is used in or on the container in the second aspect of the invention and / or the closure assembly in the first and / or third aspect of the invention. A part or member with scarcity or quasi-rareness is used.

  The rare or semi-rare part or member is configured to be provided in or on the opening or neck of the container or on the opening or neck of the container. The rare or semi-rare part or member is configured to be attached to the container, and the rare or semi-rare part or member is only damaged by the container. Detachable or separable from the container, the container becomes substantially non-reusable.

  The part or member having the rarity or semi-rareness is attached to the container in an inseparable manner. The part or member having the rarity or semi-rareness is substantially permanently bonded to the container. The rarity or semi-rare part or member is configured to weld or fuse to the vessel.

  The rare or semi-rare component or member includes, for example, a ring or disk provided in or on the opening or neck of the container or on the opening or neck of the container.

  The part or member having the rarity or quasi-rareness includes, for example, a fragile diaphragm configured to be broken when first opened.

  In a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a container such as a liquid container comprising a main body or a part or member made of a material having a collection property.

  The collectable material is configured to provide a recovery value or recycling value that is higher than the reuse value after initial opening or use of the container. By doing so, the chance of unauthorized use using the original container is reduced.

  The collection material is attached or secured to the container to remove or separate the collection material from the container, substantially preventing the container from being reused.

  The collectable material is attached or fixed to the container inseparably. The collection material is substantially permanently adhered to the container. The collection material is welded, welded or bonded to the container.

  The container includes an opening or a neck.

  The container is made of a glass bottle for spirits or liquor, for example.

  The collection material is provided in the opening or neck of the container or on the opening or neck of the container.

  The opening or neck is, for example, cylindrical on the inside and / or outside.

  The collectable material comprises a ring or an annular member.

  The collection material is a rare or semi-rare material. The collection material may be a rare or semi-rare gemstone, or a rare metal such as gold, silver, platinum, or a conventional rare or semi-rare material such as an alloy, mixture or other derivative thereof. Formed and / or made from semi-rare metals such as brass, crimp, steel, nickel, or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof.

  The collection material can also be made from materials that were not conventionally handled as rare or semi-rare materials, such as plastic. For example, the rare or quasi-rare material has a relative recycling value and / or reuse value by itself when separated from the container.

  The material value or rarity with the collection property may be derived from a side surface that is not a material. For example, the collection material is composed of a limited edition such as a limited form or a limited color.

  The collectable material provides substantial value to the container or the rest of the container or other materials of the container.

  The collection material may be composed of substantially insignificant or non-rare materials, but when formed of such materials, the collection material is formed of plastic or polymer. Or consist of these (added as an additive to the masterbatch for the production of plastic products or processed products, eg containers such as PET).

  The collection material comprises or is attached to or functionally attached to a diaphragm or seal.

  The closure assembly according to the sixth aspect of the present invention is made of a collection material that is applied to an opening or neck of a container such as a liquid container.

  The collection material is attached to the container and removes or separates the collection material from the container to substantially prevent the container from being reused.

  The collectable material is attached to the container inseparably. The collection material is substantially permanently adhered to the container. The collection material is welded or welded to the container.

  In the seventh aspect of the present invention, in and / or on the container of the second and / or fifth aspect of the present invention and / or the first and / or third and / or sixth aspect. A collectionable material is provided for use in the present closure assembly.

  The collection material is configured to be provided in or on the opening or neck of the container or on the opening or neck of the container. The collection material is configured to be attached to and / or provided within the container, the collection material being separable from the container only by damaging the container Therefore, the container becomes substantially non-reusable.

  The collectable material is configured to be inseparably attached to the container. The collectable material is configured to be substantially permanent with respect to the container. The collection material is configured to weld or weld to the container.

  The collection material comprises, for example, a ring or disc provided in or on the opening or neck of the container.

  The collectible material comprises, for example, a fragile diaphragm configured to break upon initial opening.

  The collection material is a rare or semi-rare material.

  The closure assembly according to the eighth aspect of the present invention is applied to an opening or neck of a container such as a liquid container.

  The assembly comprising a first body portion is configured to be rotatable or rotatable in a first direction at an initial or first stage of opening, and rotated or rotated in a second or opposite direction after opening or at a second stage. Configured to be rotatable.

  The opening consists of the first or first opening of the container.

  The first body portion is axially movable with respect to the second body portion and / or the container upon initial opening of the closure assembly or container.

  The initial or first stage of opening and / or the post-opening or second stage of the first body part relative to the container and / or second body part for the first opening of the container or device or closure assembly. Consists of axial movement. The initial or first stage of opening consists of a first axial movement. After opening or the second stage is constituted by a second or further axial movement.

  The post-opening or second stage includes linking, combining, and axial movement and / or first relative to the container, such as axial and / or rotational movement of the first and second body portions that occur integrally or simultaneously. It is comprised by the rotational movement of a main-body part and a 2nd main-body part.

  Axial movement of the first body part relative to the container and / or second body part for opening the assembly or container for the first time occurs in the same first axial direction. Axial movement of the first body part relative to the container and / or second body part for the first opening of the assembly or container occurs towards the container.

  In use, the second body portion is closer to the container in the axial direction than the first body portion. The container defines a first axial direction from the opening or neck to the bottom or body or chamber of the container. The container defines a second axial direction from a bottom surface or body or chamber of the container toward the opening or neck. In use, the second body portion is axially closer to the bottom surface or body or chamber of the container than the first body portion.

  The closure assembly is configured to be removed or at least partially removed from the opening or neck of the container following the second stage of opening. The first and / or second body portion is removable in a second axial direction from the opening or neck of the container after the second stage of opening. The second axial direction is substantially opposite to the first axial direction.

  The closure assembly includes a separable connection that at least partially separates at least a portion or a substantial portion of the closure assembly from the container. The separable connection comprises a fragile connection. The separable connection is installed, arranged or located inside. For example, the separable connection may be shielded, protected or covered, for example, from a portion of the closure assembly and / or a portion of the container, from the access, viewing or contact. Or covered. The separable connection is placed in a passage or flow path inside the container. The separable connection is disposed in or in the opening or neck of the container and / or in or in the adjacent opening or neck of the closure assembly. The closure assembly is configured to separate the separable connection after the opening or during the second stage when opening the container for the first time.

  In a ninth aspect of the present invention, a method for opening a container such as a liquid container is provided.

The method
Axial force is applied to the first body portion of the closure assembly toward the container and / or second body portion to advance the first body portion toward the container and / or second body portion. Rotating the first body portion in a first direction relative to the container and / or the second body portion,
An axial force is applied to the first body portion of the closure assembly toward the container and / or the second body portion such that the first body portion is directed toward the container and / or the second body portion. For advancing, the method comprises the step of rotating in a second direction relative to the container and / or the second body part.

  The method comprises advancing the first body portion axially toward the container and / or the second body portion.

  The method comprises rotating the first body portion in a first direction during the first or initial stage of opening. The method consists of rotating the first body part in the second direction after opening or during the second stage.

  The method comprises at least partially removing at least a portion of the first body portion from the opening or neck of the container. The method comprises at least partially removing at least a portion of the first body portion axially from the opening or neck of the container. The method includes axially disposing at least part of the first body portion from the opening or neck of the container (substantially different from the advance direction during the first or initial stage and / or after the opening or second stage). In the opposite direction) at least partially.

  The method comprises resealing the container with a substantially new or different closure assembly, or at least a substantially different or new first body portion.

  The closure assembly according to the tenth aspect of the present invention is applied to an opening or neck portion of a container such as a liquid container.

  The assembly is reconfigurable from a first state corresponding to the shape of the sealed container to a second state corresponding to the shape of the opened container, and the assembly is reconfigured from the second state to the first state. Reconfiguration to this state is impossible.

  The closure assembly is not suitable for resealing. Reseal consists of resealing.

  At least a portion of the closure assembly is configured to apply within or within the opening or neck of the container.

  The assembly is configured to be removed or at least partially removed from the opening or neck of the container substantially without the use of tools. The assembly is configured to be manually opened or removed or at least partially removed from the opening or neck of the container.

  The second state consists of a predetermined shape, form or arrangement.

  The assembly is configured to be at least partially removed but not reapplied or reinserted (can be reinserted or reapplied to be fixable and / or sealed).

  The first state consists of an elongated shape or a shape elongated in the longitudinal direction.

  The second state consists of a shortened or compressed shape or a longitudinally compressed shape.

  The first state substantially corresponds to the shape of the opened assembly.

  The second state corresponds to the shape of the substantially sealed assembly.

  The assembly comprises at least two relatively movable parts, elements or members. The relatively movable portion comprises first and / or second body portions.

  The assembly includes a locking member or means to prevent reconfiguration from the second state to the first state. The locking member or means comprises at least one of a dog, and / or a latch, and / or an interengaging device such as a bayonet coupling, and / or a key such as a blow key.

  The assembly is configured to prevent reuse of the screw head in the second state. The screw head is configured to at least assist in reconfiguring the assembly from a first state to a second state.

  There are multiple screw heads. For example, there are a plurality of counterclockwise and / or clockwise screw heads.

  The assembly can be reconfigured by moving the first body portion to a first position with respect to the container and / or moving the second body portion to a second position with respect to the container. The assembly is configured to move and / or rotate axially in a first and optionally a second rotational direction to move from a first position to a second position.

  The assembly is configured to rotate in a first rotational direction and move axially in a first axial direction during an initial or first stage of opening, with a first distance or space or spacing substantially. Configured to be reduced. The assembly is configured to rotate in a second rotational direction after opening or during a second stage and to move axially in a first axial direction with a second distance or space or spacing substantially. It is configured to reduce.

  The assembly includes a first screw head or a first engagement element for engaging the first screw head in a first rotational direction during the initial or first stage of opening. The assembly comprises a second screw head or a second engagement element for turning and engaging the second screw head in a second rotational direction after opening or during the second stage. The first and / or second engagement elements comprise one or more protrusions and / or recesses (eg, pins and / or slots). The first engagement element includes a second engagement element. For example, the one or more protrusions and / or recesses are suitable for and / or configured to engage the first and second screw heads.

  The assembly includes the screw head and / or engagement element. The screw head and / or engagement element is removable or at least partially removable with the assembly.

  The first and / or second distance or space or interval comprises at least a portion of the interval or distance or space between the first body portion and the container and / or second body portion.

  The first and / or second distance or space or spacing comprises at least a portion of the spacing or distance or space between the second body portion and the container and / or first body portion.

  A first and / or second distance or space or spacing is formed by the tamper evidence member (before operation of the tamper evidence member and / or prior to partially removing the tamper evidence member, the tamper evidence. At least part of the spacing or distance or space (formed by the member).

  In an eleventh aspect of the present invention, a container is provided comprising a closure assembly and / or a part or member with scarcity or semi-rareness and / or other forms of collectible material.

  Preferably, additional sealing means are provided. For example, a stopper, lid or top (e.g. cork) is provided to seal the container after the container has been opened for the first time. The additional sealing means is provided for use after removal of the closure assembly (e.g., after being opened for the first time by the closure assembly). Reconfiguring the closure assembly and / or container from a first or initial shape (e.g., before opening for the first time) to a second or open shape (e.g., during or after opening for the first time); It becomes impossible to reseal the closure assembly and / or reseal the container.

  In a twelfth aspect of the invention, a method is provided for installing or attaching a closure assembly in or on a container, such as a liquid container, or to a container.

  The method comprises pre-assembling the closure assembly before installing or attaching the closure assembly in, on or on the container.

  The method comprises attaching or installing a first portion of the closure assembly to the container to seal the container, such as after the container is filled. Since the volume of the container is not necessarily completely filled after filling, it is sufficient to partially fill the container (e.g., if the container is filled with liquid, Since part of the container remains unfilled with the liquid, the gas portion allows the pressure change and / or filling resistance in the liquid to be adjusted without waste). The container is filled with, for example, a liquid and then sealed and sealed by the first part of the closure assembly. The attachment or installation of the first part of the closure assembly comprises a first attachment or installation method. The first attachment or installation method consists of a method adapted to the contents of the container. For example, when the container is filled with foodstuff, the method of attaching or installing the first part of the closure assembly consists of authorized means such as food adhesive.

  The method comprises substantially fully pre-assembling the closure assembly or sealing device. Pre-substantially assembling the closure assembly includes assembling a semi-rare part or member or collectable material and / or diaphragm or seal in or on the closure assembly or to the closure assembly. .

  The method comprises installing or attaching the closure assembly substantially as a single unit in or on the container or to the container. The method comprises integrally or substantially completely installing or attaching the closure assembly in or on the container or to the container. The method comprises installing or attaching the closure assembly substantially in one step in or on the container or to the container. The method comprises installing or attaching the closure assembly in or on the container or to the container to seal the container or at least partially seal the container at the same time.

  Alternatively, the method comprises assembling the closure assembly or instrument, such as fully assembled after installing or attaching at least a portion of the closure assembly in or on the container or to the container. For example, the method may include in or on the container or on or in the container before or after installing or attaching one or more other parts of the closure assembly to or on the container. On the other hand, the semi-rare part or member or collection material and / or the diaphragm or seal is installed or attached.

  In a thirteenth aspect of the invention, there is provided a diaphragm support member for a diaphragm, seal or membrane for mounting in or on a container, such as a diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or liquid container.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or the diaphragm support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane is configured to be mounted in or on the opening or neck of the container. For example, the diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or the diaphragm support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane is configured to be mounted within the opening or neck of the container.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane is provided with a diaphragm made of a material that is easily broken, such as configured to break when first opened.

  The diaphragm support member is made of a material having scarcity, quasi-rareness, or collection.

  The diaphragm support member includes an annular member such as a ring, an elliptical annular member, or a rectangular annular member.

  The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, membrane or seal is configured to be spaced from an opening or outlet of the container and / or closure. The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, membrane or seal comprises an insert which is at least partially inserted into the opening or neck of the container.

  The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, seal, or membrane is configured to be installed in a flow path or through-hole in the neck or mouth of the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, seal, or membrane are configured to be installed in a flow path or a through-hole of the opening or neck of the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, seal, or membrane are configured to be placed in a recess in the opening or neck of the container or in the through hole. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, seal or membrane are configured to be attached upstream of a liquid outlet or at an outlet from the container and / or closure. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, seal or membrane are configured to be mounted axially displaced from an outlet of the container or an opening from the container and / or closure. The axial displacement is towards the bottom or body or chamber of the container, such as the body containing the liquid.

  The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, seal or membrane are attached or bonded or integrated substantially inseparably to the container.

  The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, seal or membrane are assembled prior to being installed in or on the container. The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, seal or membrane is configured to be mounted as a substantially unit or device within or on the container. The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, seal, or membrane are configured to be integrally attached within or on the container to seal the container.

  In a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, a container such as a glass container for liquid is provided. The container includes a body or chamber for containing a liquid. The container comprises an opening for allowing liquid to flow into and / or out of the container body or chamber. The container includes a neck portion between the opening and the body or chamber.

  The container includes a diaphragm, a seal, or a membrane attached to the neck portion. The diaphragm, seal or membrane is placed at a position (such as in the middle) between the opening and the body or chamber of the container. The diaphragm, seal, or membrane is attached to an intermediate portion or a central portion of the neck portion. The diaphragm, seal or membrane is attached spaced from the opening. The diaphragm, seal or membrane is attached distally from the opening. The diaphragm, seal, or membrane is attached in a state where a space is provided between the diaphragm, seal, or membrane and the opening. The diaphragm, seal or membrane forms part of a closure assembly.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced apart from the opening to receive additional sealing means at a portion of the neck and intermediate the opening and the diaphragm, seal or membrane. For example, the further sealing means comprises a stopper, lid or top (e.g. cork) for sealing the container after the container has been opened for the first time by breaking the diaphragm, seal or membrane. By further spacing from the opening to the diaphragm, seal or membrane, the additional sealing means is provided on or in the opening of the container and contacts or interferes with the diaphragm, seal or membrane. Installed without possibility. Said further sealing means provides additional sealing or sealing before the initial opening. Said further sealing means can be arranged or arranged at least partly in, on or in said mouth or opening before opening or breaking said diaphragm, seal or membrane.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced from the opening to prevent access to the diaphragm, seal or membrane. For example, spacing the diaphragm, seal, or membrane from the opening prevents the diaphragm, seal, or membrane from being removed and / or replaced during operation or other undesired actions or during this time.

  Since the diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced from the opening, access to the diaphragm, seal or membrane is blocked. The opening forms a restricted or limited aperture, thus preventing finger access to the diaphragm, seal or membrane.

  Since the diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced from the opening, the diaphragm, seal or membrane is visible through an unhidden portion of the container (eg, through a transparent or opaque portion of the container). It is visible to the side). Since the diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced from the opening, the diaphragm, seal or membrane is visible through a neck that is at least partially transparent or translucent. Since the diaphragm, seal or membrane is spaced from the opening, the diaphragm, seal or membrane is a transparent or non-transparent portion (eg, other neck portion) or at least a portion of the container. Visible from below or next to the portion of the container (eg, other neck) that is visually invisible or obstructed. For example, the spacing visualizes the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and the opening is a further sealing means and / or closure assembly such as shrink wrap, plastic wrapping, wax, metal (eg, tin or lead), capsules, etc. With a cover such as additional parts. The neck includes a transparent or translucent portion or upper and lower opaque or smeared portions spaced by a window, and at least the seal, membrane or diaphragm, and / or the support member includes the transparent or translucent portion. It is provided in a transparent part or a part with a window.

  Since the diaphragm, seal or membrane is provided at a distance from the opening of the container, the diaphragm, seal or membrane is provided in a floating state.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane is made of a rare, semi-rare or collectable material and / or a metal material such as a food metal material. For example, the support member is made of food-grade stainless steel. The diaphragm, seal or membrane is made of food-grade plastic and / or metal material. For example, the diaphragm, seal, or membrane is made of polyethylene (eg, foil or sheet) such as a base coated with polyethylene.

  The diaphragm, seal or membrane is non-removably attached to the neck.

  The neck includes a portion with a reduced thickness along the length of the neck between the opening and the body or chamber. The reduced thickness portion is disposed at an intermediate position along the length between the opening of the neck portion and the body or chamber. The portion where the thickness is reduced corresponds to the attachment position of the diaphragm, seal or membrane.

  The portion where the thickness is reduced includes a step portion formed by changing the thickness between the portion where the thickness is reduced and the adjacent portion of the neck portion. The portion having the reduced thickness is provided with a step portion by changing the thickness between the adjacent portions of the two neck portions (that is, on both sides of the portion having the reduced thickness). The adjacent part of the neck part is closer to the body of the container in the axial direction than the other on one side).

  The portion where the thickness is reduced consists of a recess. The recess is an annular recess. The concave portion is an internal concave portion. The concave portion is an external concave portion. The recess includes a groove.

  The recess is configured to receive a member. The member received in the recess comprises a substantially rigid member. The member is a rigid member. When the member is attached to the concave portion, it cannot be removed from the neck portion. The member includes a ring or a disk. The member comprises a tamper-evidence member and / or a collection material and / or a rare or semi-rare member.

  The member includes an internal member such as a member attached inside. The member attached to the interior has an outer contour that is larger than the inner contour of the container. The outer contour of the member has a cross-sectional dimension that is larger than the cross-sectional dimension of the container, the cross-section being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the neck of the container. The outer contour of the member has an outer diameter. The inner contour of the container has an inner diameter. The inner contour of the container is defined by the adjacent portion of the neck. The container includes a plurality of internal contours having a smaller contour than the member. The member includes an external member such as a member attached to the outside. The member includes a collar or a sleeve.

  The neck portion having such a structure makes it possible to include a substantially rigid or rigid member. Otherwise, it is impossible or at least difficult to mount such a member in a rigid or substantially rigid container, such as a glass container in particular. For example, in order to provide a rigid member in the middle of the neck, it is not possible to insert a large contoured rigid member through a small contoured opening or neck. Similarly, if the neck or opening has a large external contour, such as an outwardly extending flange, a small contour rigid member may be placed in the large contour opening or neck to provide the rigid member in the middle of the neck. It is impossible to attach to the part.

  The member is attached before forming or installing or attaching a part of the container, and the part of the container is installed or attached so as to at least partially form the opening or neck. The member comprises a first part of the closure assembly or is included in a first part of the closure assembly. The portion of the container to be installed or attached comprises the second part of the closure assembly or is included in the second part of the closure assembly. At least a part of the member is sandwiched between two parts of the container. At least a portion of the member is sandwiched axially between two parts of the container (such as two adjacent walls of a glass container).

  The member attached to the inside includes a support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane. The support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane includes an eyelet, a small hole, a ring, and the like.

  The support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane comprises an upper opening distal to the container body relative to the lower opening proximal to the container body. The upper opening has a small diameter and is smaller than the diameter of the lower opening. The upper opening is constituted by an upper annular portion of the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane. The seal, membrane, or diaphragm is attached to the lower side of the upper annular portion of the support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane. Since the seal, membrane or diaphragm is installed, attached or formed together with the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane, the seal, membrane or diaphragm, when attached in the container, the seal, membrane or diaphragm Or it becomes impossible to remove from the support member for diaphragms.

  Since the seal, membrane or diaphragm support member is attached to the container, the seal or diaphragm appears at least under the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane when installed in the container. . For example, if the support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane is not transparent or opaque, the support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane may have a portion of the seal or diaphragm in the direction of the body of the container. The dimensions are such that they are visible adjacent to the support for the seal or membrane. Thus, the seal or diaphragm is visualized at least when it is opened, ruptured or broken, making it possible to indicate that there has been opening or manipulation. Placing the seal or diaphragm on the body side of the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane prevents removal of the seal or diaphragm through the opening of the container and / or Replacement with a seal or diaphragm inserted through the opening or replacement with a counterfeit seal or diaphragm is prevented.

  The container includes a plurality of members. The container includes a member attached to the inside and a member attached to the outside. A plurality of members attached to the inside of the container. The container includes a plurality of members attached to the outside.

  In a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for sealing a container such as a glass container (for example, a glass bottle for alcoholic beverages such as premium spirits, liquor, whiskey or scotch whiskey).

  The method comprises providing the diaphragm, seal or membrane at a position (such as an intermediate portion) between the opening and the body or chamber of the container. The method comprises attaching a seal or diaphragm at an intermediate position in the neck of the container.

  The method comprises attaching or installing a first portion of the closure assembly to the container, such as after the container is filled, to seal the container. Filling the container means partially filling the container (e.g., if the container is filled with liquid, the volume of the container is not necessarily completely filled after filling) Since part of the container remains unfilled with the liquid, the gas portion allows the pressure change and / or filling resistance in the liquid to be adjusted without waste). A first portion of the closure assembly includes the seal or diaphragm to seal the container. The first part of the container comprises a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane. The container is filled with, for example, a liquid and then sealed and sealed by the first part of the closure assembly. The attachment or installation of the first part of the closure assembly comprises a first attachment or installation method. The first attachment or installation method consists of a method adapted to the contents of the container. For example, when the container is filled with a food product, the method of attaching or installing the first part of the closure assembly is realized by authorized means such as a food adhesive.

  The method consists of combining similar materials. For example, the second part of the closure assembly is made of a material similar to the container. For example, when the container is a glass container, the second part includes a glass part. The second part comprises a part that is integral with or attached to or installed with the container, forming a substantially homogeneous or continuous container.

  The second part is for protecting or reinforcing the first part. The second portion substantially prevents access to the first portion and optionally prevents the first portion from being removed from the container.

  The method comprises assembling an external member onto the container prior to integrating, attaching or installing the second portion of the closure assembly. The closure assembly comprises an external member such as a sleeve or collar or a decorative member for covering a joint or seam between the container and the second part of the closure assembly. The outer member is assembled such that the outer member cannot be removed from the container after integration, attachment or installation of the second portion of the closure assembly. Since the second part of the closure assembly comprises a large outer contour such as a widening, external protrusion or flange, after integration, attachment or installation of the second part of the closure assembly, the external member is It cannot be removed and / or cannot be inserted into the neck. For example, it is possible to assemble the external member onto the container only before integration, attachment or installation of the second part of the closure assembly.

  The method comprises integrating, attaching or installing the second portion of the closure assembly to the container and then moving the external member along the neck portion, such as by sliding it axially. The outer member moves axially along the neck to cover at least a portion of the joint or seam between the second portion of the closure assembly and the container.

  The method includes securing the outer member to the neck portion to cover at least a portion of a joint or seam between the second portion of the closure assembly and the container after movement of the outer member. Consists of.

  The method comprises assembling a plurality of external members prior to integrating, attaching or installing the second portion of the closure assembly to the container. For example, the upper and lower outer collars are assembled to cover the upper and lower seams or joints. For example, the second portion of the closure assembly is formed with joints or seams that it is desired to cover.

  Since the method comprises integrating, attaching or installing the second part of the closure assembly to the container, the second part of the closure assembly is not removable from the container. The method comprises joining, bonding or welding a second portion of the closure assembly to the container. Since the container is sealed by the first part of the closure assembly, the second part of the closure assembly is integrated, attached or installed to the first part of the closure assembly by alternative methods. For example, if the container is filled with a food product and the container is sealed by means of authorized food for attaching the first part of the closure assembly, the second part of the closure assembly is used for food It is integrated, attached or installed using unauthorized means. The method includes the step of UV bonding a glass second portion of the closure assembly to a glass container.

  The method comprises providing an annular joint or joint between a second portion of the closure assembly on the axial length of the neck and the container. The second portion of the closure assembly includes an outer sleeve portion for mounting on the neck portion of the small diameter container to which the first portion of the closure assembly is attached.

  In a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, a method for opening a container such as a liquid container is provided.

  The method consists of opening a glass container such as a glass bottle for premium spirits such as Scotch whiskey.

  The method comprises rupturing, rupturing or piercing a diaphragm, seal or membrane provided between the opening of the container and the body or chamber of the container (such as in the middle).

  The method comprises not removing the diaphragm, seal or membrane from the neck.

  The method comprises rupturing, rupturing or piercing the diaphragm, seal or membrane with an elongated member. The elongate member is different from the container, such as supplied and / or packaged separately. The elongated member includes a handle and a blade. The elongated member may include an elongated member such as a ritual sword (Sgian Dubh), a knife, or a dagger. The elongate member is made of a collection material or a rare or semi-rare member.

  The method further comprises the preceding step of removing further sealing means, such as a cork or stopper, from the opening of the container prior to breaking, rupturing or piercing the diaphragm, seal or membrane with the elongate member.

  The method allows further sealing means, such as the cork or stopper, to be applied to the opening after the diaphragm, seal or membrane is broken, ruptured or pierced with the elongate member, such as to reseal the container. The following steps are further included.

  In a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, a container and closure assembly and / or seal, diaphragm or membrane and / or a member having a rarity, semi-rareness, and collection property in any aspect and for opening the container An elongated member is provided for breaking the seal, diaphragm or membrane.

  The elongate member is provided in the kit different from the container. The elongated member is a member different from the container.

  The kit comprises further sealing means, which are added to the sealing device. The further sealing means is at least partially disposed within the opening of the container in the kit prior to breaking the seal. The further sealing means is completely placed in the opening of the container in the kit before breaking the seal. Alternatively, the additional sealing means is arranged in the kit separately from the container.

  The kit includes a package. The package includes a box such as a gift box. The kit is housed in the package for storage and / or transportation and / or display and / or sale.

  In an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, a closure assembly is provided for sealing a glass container, such as a glass bottle, for an alcoholic beverage (eg, a spirit or liquor such as premium spirits, liquor, whiskey or scotch whiskey). . The closure assembly includes a first portion for sealing the container. The closure assembly includes a second portion for protecting or reinforcing the first portion. The second part substantially prevents access to the first part and optionally prevents removal of the first part from the container. The second portion includes a glass portion that is integrated with or attached to or installed in the glass container, and forms a substantially homogeneous or continuous glass container. The second portion of the closure assembly includes an outer sleeve portion for mounting on the neck portion of the small diameter container to which the first portion of the closure assembly is attached.

  The second part of the closure assembly forms part of the glass neck of the container. The second part of the closure assembly forms a glass opening in the container.

  The closure assembly includes a sleeve or collar or a decorative member for covering a joint between the glass container and the second part of the closure assembly.

  In a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for producing a glass container such as a glass bottle for an alcoholic beverage (for example, a spirit or liquor such as premium spirits, liquor, whiskey or scotch whiskey). The method comprises providing a recess in the neck or opening of the glass container. The said recessed part is provided in the intermediate part of the neck part of the said container. The recess includes a glass portion having a reduced thickness. Since the recess includes a glass portion having a reduced thickness, the outer surface of the container is substantially flat. For example, the recess includes an internal groove.

  The method consists of attaching a glass sleeve to form part of the neck or opening of the glass container. Since the glass sleeve has a step in its inner diameter, the method forms an inner annular recess in the neck portion between the glass sleeve and a part of the glass container to which the glass sleeve is attached. In order to do this, the glass sleeve is attached. The lower portion of the glass sleeve has a larger inner diameter than the upper portion of the glass sleeve based on a step in the inner diameter. The method comprises attaching a lower portion of the glass sleeve having an outer diameter smaller than the diameter of the lower portion on a portion of the container. The method consists of inserting the lower part axially in the length of movement defined by the part of the container, the defined length of movement being smaller than the physical length of the lower part . Therefore, since the method includes a step in the inner diameter between the upper and lower portions where the glass sleeve abuts, the annular recess is formed between the portion of the container and the upper portion of the glass sleeve.

  The method includes providing a neck or opening in the container by inserting the glass sleeve. The glass sleeve to be attached includes a flange such as a lip projecting to the outside. The flange includes an upper portion of the sleeve, such as provided away from the body of the container. The flange comprises or constitutes a reinforcement of the inner sleeve portion of the container.

  The method includes the step of performing ultraviolet bonding of the glass sleeve to the container. The method comprises lap joining. The method consists of a butt joint.

  The method comprises pre-measuring the dimensions of the portion of the container to receive the sleeve. For example, in the method, the neck portion of the container is cut, milled or ground to form a lower inner sleeve portion of the neck portion of the container by a remaining portion of the neck portion, and the lower inner sleeve portion of the neck portion is formed. The glass sleeve is received.

  The method comprises attaching, placing or installing the member in or in the recess before installing or attaching the sleeve portion.

  The invention includes corresponding aspects, embodiments, or features in one or more alone or in various combinations, whether or not these are specifically described or claimed. For example, features described as optional with respect to the first aspect may be additionally applied with respect to other aspects without the various combinations and exchanges clearly and unnecessarily described in the specification. it can.

  Corresponding means for implementing one or more of the described features are also included in the disclosure of the present invention.

  One or more aspects or embodiments are useful for sealing or opening containers.

  The above summary has been described for the purpose of illustration only, and the present invention is not limited by these summary.

  As used herein, “comprising” or “consisting of” means at least “consisting of”, “consisting essentially of”, “including” and “is”. Intended to include. For example, if the device is “consisting of a first body portion”, the device “includes a first body portion” (and optionally includes other elements); Or the device is interpreted as “consisting of a first body portion”. For simplicity and clarity, every permutation of “consisting of” is not specifically described.

  These and other aspects of the invention are described by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a longitudinal sectional view of a closure assembly (sealing device) according to a first embodiment of the present invention in an initial state (first state or closed state) when the container is used. FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the closure assembly of FIG. FIG. 3 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a state in which the first main body portion is in the first intermediate position with respect to the closure assembly of FIG. 1. FIG. 4 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a state in which the first body portion is in the second intermediate position with respect to the closure assembly of FIG. 1. FIG. 5 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a state in which the first main body portion is in the third intermediate position with respect to the closure assembly of FIG. 1. FIG. 6 is a longitudinal sectional view showing the closure assembly of FIG. 1 in a second state (open state), in which the closure assembly is substantially removed from the container. FIG. 7 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a state before installation or attachment to the container with respect to the closure assembly of FIG. FIG. 8 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a component arrangement of a container using the closure assembly according to the second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is an exploded view of a container using a closure assembly comprising parts selected from the parts shown in FIG. FIG. 10 shows the container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 9 before the first part of the closure assembly is attached to the filled container. FIG. 11 illustrates a container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 9 with the first portion of the closure assembly attached to a portion of the filled container, the contents sealed within the container, and the closure assembly first portion. The state before attaching 2 part to the filled container is shown. FIG. 12 shows a container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 9, with the second part of the closure assembly attached to a portion of the filled container, and the first part of the closure assembly is integrated with the container. Indicates the state. 13 is an exploded view of a container using a closure assembly made up of parts selected separately from the parts shown in FIG. FIG. 14 illustrates a container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 13 with the first portion of the closure assembly attached to a portion of the filled container, the contents sealed within the container, and the closure assembly first portion. It is sectional drawing which shows the state before attaching the part of 2 to the filled container. FIG. 15 illustrates a container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 13 wherein the second part of the closure assembly is attached to a portion of the filled container and the first part of the closure assembly is integrated with the container; And it is sectional drawing which shows the state in which two collars were attached to the neck part of the container. FIG. 16 shows a container using the closure assembly shown in FIG. 13 wherein the second part of the closure assembly is attached to the filled container so that the first part of the closure assembly is integrated with the container and the two collars FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which the lower collar has been moved to the neck portion to conceal the seam between the second portion of the closure assembly and a portion of the container. FIG. 17 is a side view of the container of FIG. 16 with additional sealing means inverted to show sealing by the first part of the closure assembly. 18 is a side view of an essential part of the closure assembly shown in FIG. FIG. 19 is a side view of the kit including the container shown in FIG. 16, a further sealing means, and an elongated member for opening the packaged container. FIG. 20 is a side view of the container shown in FIG. 19 with the elongated member inserted into the opening to open the container for the first time. FIG. 21 is a cross-sectional view showing a state where the opened container shown in FIG. 20 is tilted to pour the contents. FIG. 22 is a side view showing a state in which a further sealing means is inserted and upright with respect to the opened container shown in FIG. FIG. 23 is a side view of an essential part showing a broken state of the seal of the closure assembly or the diaphragm in the opened container shown in FIG.

  1 and 2 show a closure assembly or sealing device 10 according to a first aspect of the present invention. The closure assembly 10 is applied to an opening or neck 12 of a container 14, such as a liquid container, partially shown in FIG. The closure assembly 10 includes a first body portion 16. The closure assembly 10 includes a tamper evidence member that, in use, is disposed substantially between the first body portion 16 and the liquid container 14. The tamper evidence member 18 maintains the position or location of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 prior to opening the closure assembly 10 for the first time.

  With this arrangement, the tamper evidence member 18 functions as part of the structure of the closure assembly 10 prior to removal.

  The tamper evidence member 18 includes a tear band. The tamper evidence member 18 extends circumferentially around at least a portion of the closure assembly 10 and the container 14.

  In the illustrated example, the tamper evidence member 18 has a first body relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 when a load such as an axial load is applied to the first body portion 16. The longitudinal or axial position of the portion 16 is maintained.

  The tamper evidence member 18 at least partially absorbs and / or moves the impact load applied to the first body portion 16. The tamper evidence member 18 attempts to prevent or prevent the movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 before the closure assembly 10 is opened for the first time. For example, the tamper evidence member 18 moves so that the first body portion 16 is directed toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 and / or away from the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20. Try to stop or stop doing.

  The first body portion 16 comprises a first cylindrical member or cap having a first sleeve portion. The second main body portion 20 includes a second cylindrical member or a second sleeve portion. The tamper evidence member 18 comprises a substantially rigid member and provides the closure assembly 10 with rigidity including axial or longitudinal rigidity. The tamper evidence member 18 includes an access tab. In the illustrated example, the tamper evidence member 18 includes a fragile and removable ring member spacer in the second state. In another example, the tamper evidence member is partially removable in the second state. For example, the tamper aid member is configured to remain at least partially attached to the closure assembly and / or the container.

  The tamper evidence member 18 is attached to the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20. In the illustrated example, the tamper evidence member 18 is attached to each of the peripheral ends of the first and second body portions 16 and 20.

  In the illustrated example, the tamper evidence member 18 has a structure in which strength, rigidity, cross-sectional area and thickness change. The tamper evidence member 18 can vary in strength, rigidity, cross-sectional area and thickness along its length (eg, along the circumferential length), such as around the tamper evidence member 18. In the illustrated example, the tamper evidence member 18 includes a thick portion 22 and a thin portion 24.

  The tamper evidence member 18 comprises a single or unique means for positioning or determining the location of the first body portion relative to the container 12 and / or the second body portion 20 prior to opening.

  The closure assembly 10 includes biasing means for biasing the first body portion 16 to be in a first state. In the illustrated example, the bias means 26 includes a winding spring or a coil spring.

  The closure assembly 10 includes means 28 for cutting, piercing, penetrating, removing or displacing the diaphragm or seal 30.

  In the illustrated example, the closure assembly 10 includes a part or member 32 with scarcity, semi-rareness, or high collection. The member 32 is combined with a diaphragm, seal or membrane 30 to form a seal assembly 27.

  Rare, semi-rare or highly collectable parts or members 32 provide the motivation to recycle rather than reuse the container 14 after first opening or use. By doing so, the chance of unauthorized use using the original container 14 is reduced.

  A part or member 32 with scarcity, semi-rareness, or high collection is attached to the container 14 such that if it is removed or separated from the container 14, it cannot be substantially reused. That is, the member 32 is attached to the container 14 so as not to be separated. Member 32 is substantially permanently affixed to container 14. The member 32 is welded or welded to the container 14. In other examples, the member 32 is adhered to the container 14 or configured as a coating, insert, or attachment of the container 14 or closure assembly 10.

  A part or member 32 having scarcity, semi-rareness, or high collection properties imparts a recycling value to the container 14 that is higher than the reuse value after the container 14 is first opened or used. That is, the rare or semi-rare member or part or collectable member 32 provides substantial value to the container 14, the remainder of the container 14, or other material 14 of the container.

  A part or member 32 with scarcity, semi-rareness, or high collection is attached to the container 14 such that if it is removed or separated from the container 14, it cannot be reused.

  In the illustrated example, the container 14 includes a bottle such as a glass bottle for alcoholic beverages (eg, spirits or liquors such as premium spirits, premium liquor, premium whiskey, and scotch whiskey). The member 32 is provided inside or on the opening of the container 14 or the neck portion 12. The opening 12 is, for example, a cylindrical shape inside and / or outside.

  The part or member 32 with rarity, semi-rareness, or high collection property comprises a ring, a disk or an annular member. In the example shown, the member 32 comprises a gold ring. In addition, as the member 32, conventional rare or semi-rare materials such as rare or semi-rare jewelry, precious metals, for example, precious metals such as silver and platinum, alloys thereof, mixtures or derivatives thereof, and / or brass , Semi-precious metals such as squeeze, steel, nickel, alloys thereof, mixtures or derivatives thereof can be used.

  Furthermore, the parts or members 32 having scarcity, quasi-rareness, or high collection property may be made of a non-rare material made of plastic or the like, which is different from conventional ones. In this case, at least a part of the value of the member 32 is derived from the value or rarity in a part different from the material. For example, a member having a collection property is configured as a limited edition such as a limited form or a limited color. In some examples, member 32 is plastic or polymer itself, or is included in a plastic or polymer material. For example, the member 32 is included as an additive in a masterbatch used for the manufacture of plastic products or processed products such as containers such as PET.

  In the illustrated example, the part or member 32 with scarcity, quasi-rareness, or high collection characteristics comprises a diaphragm support member. Member 32 and diaphragm or seal 30 are spaced from the opening of the container. The member 32 and the diaphragm or the seal 30 can be arranged by being partially inserted in the neck portion 12 of the container 14 and are configured to be flush with each other in the flow path or the through hole of the neck portion 12. Is provided. The member 32 and the diaphragm or seal 30 are mounted downstream from the fluid outlet of the container 14 with axial displacement from the outlet of the container 14 toward the bottom surface, body or chamber of the container 14.

  Rare, semi-rare, or highly collectable parts or members 32 can be separated or removed from the container 14 only if the member 32 breaks the container 14 and becomes substantially unusable. It attaches to the container 14 so that it becomes.

  Rare, semi-rare or highly collectable parts or members 32 include a fragile diaphragm or seal 30 configured to break upon initial opening.

  The first body portion 16 is configured to be rotatable or rotatable in a first direction (e.g., clockwise) at the first opening or at the first stage of opening, and after opening or at the second stage of opening. It is configured to be able to rotate or rotate in the direction of 2 or in the opposite direction (for example, counterclockwise). The opening is the first opening of the container 14, that is, the first opening.

  The first body portion 16 is axially movable with respect to the second body portion 20 and / or the container 14 to open the closure assembly 10 or the container 14 for the first time. An initial or first stage of opening and / or a post-opening or second stage is a first body for the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 for opening the container 14 or closure assembly 10 for the first time. This is constituted by the axial movement of the portion 16. The initial or first stage of opening consists of a first axial movement. After opening or the second stage consists of a second or further axial movement.

  The axial movement of the first body part 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body part 20 for opening the assembly 10 or container for the first time is in the same first axial direction. The axial movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 for opening the assembly 10 or container for the first time is toward the container 14.

  The second body portion 20 is closer to the container 14 in the axial direction than the first body portion 16 in use. The direction from the neck portion 12 of the container 14 toward the bottom surface or the main body or chamber (not shown) of the container 14 is the first axial direction. The direction from the bottom surface or the main body or the chamber of the container 14 toward the neck portion 12 of the container 14 is the second axial direction. In use, the second body portion 20 is closer to the bottom surface or body or chamber of the container 14 in the axial direction than the first body portion 16.

  1-4, the container 14, in use, exerts a force on the first body portion 16 of the closure assembly 10 and forces on the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 in use. In addition to the axial direction toward the container 14 and / or the second body part 20 by rotating the first body part 16 in a first direction relative to the container 14 and / or the second body part 20. The first body portion 16 is advanced toward the front to be opened. Thereafter, an axial force is applied to the first body portion 16 of the closure assembly 10 toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20, and the first body portion 16 is moved to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 16. Rotating in the second direction relative to the second body portion 20 advances the first body portion 16 toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20. In this manner, the first body portion 16 advances axially toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 as shown continuously in FIGS. Note that the bias means 26 of this example is omitted in FIGS. 3 to 6 for the sake of clarity.

  The assembly 10 comprises at least two relatively movable portions, elements or members, including a first body portion 16 and a second body portion 20 in the illustrated example.

  The assembly 10 prevents reuse of the screw head in the second state. The screw head is configured to at least assist in converting (reconfiguring) the assembly 10 from the first state to the second state. In the illustrated example, the assembly 10 comprises a screw head. In the illustrated example, the assembly 10 includes a first screw head and a first engagement element that engages the first screw head for rotation in a first rotational direction at an initial or first stage of opening. Is provided. The assembly 10 includes a second screw head and a second engagement element that engages the second screw head for rotation in a second rotational direction after opening or in a second stage. The first and second engagement elements include protrusions. The screw head is removable or at least partially removable from the assembly 10.

  The assembly 10 is moved to a first state by moving the first body portion 16 from a first position relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20 to a second position relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20. The transition from to the second state is possible. The assembly 10 moves in the axial direction and rotates in the first rotational direction, and then moves in the axial direction and rotates in the second rotational direction to move from the first position to the second position. It is possible to move to.

  Since the assembly 10 is configured to rotate in a first rotational direction and move in a first axial direction at an initial or first stage of opening, the first distance or space or spacing is substantially Reduced. Since the assembly 10 is configured to rotate in the second direction and move axially in the first axial direction after opening or in the second stage, the second distance or space or spacing is substantially Reduced to The first distance or space or spacing is constituted by at least a portion of the spacing or distance or space that is between the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20.

  The second distance or space or interval is constituted by at least a portion of the interval or distance or space that is between the second body portion 20 and the container 14.

  The first distance or space or spacing is constituted by at least a portion of the spacing or distance or space formed by the tamper evidence member 18 prior to manipulating and / or at least partially removing the tamper evidence member 18. Is done.

  The assembly 10 can be switched (reconfigured) between a first state that is the sealed state shown in FIG. 1 and a second state that is the opened state shown in FIG. 6. However, the assembly 10 cannot be converted (reconfigured) from the second state to the first state. The closure assembly 10 is not suitable for resealing. The closure assembly 10 is configured to be removable or at least partially removable from the neck 12 of the container 14 following the second stage after opening. The first and second body portions are removable in the second axial direction from the neck 12 of the container 14 after the second stage of opening. The second axial direction is substantially opposite to the first axial direction.

  In the first state, the assembly 10 is constituted by an elongated shape, particularly a shape elongated in the longitudinal direction. In the second state, the assembly 10 is constituted by a compressed shape, in particular a shape compressed in the longitudinal direction. In the first state, the assembly 10 is substantially open. In the second state, the assembly 10 is substantially closed.

  The assembly 10 includes a locking member or means 34 for preventing reconfiguration from the second state to the first state. In the illustrated example, the locking member or means 32 comprises an interengaging device such as a bayonet fitting, a blow key, or a left-handed screw head. The screw head is configured to at least assist in reconfiguring the assembly 10 from the first state to the second state. However, the assembly 10 is configured to prevent the screw head from being reused in the second state. In the illustrated example, the assembly 10 comprises a screw head provided on the second body portion 20 and the locking member or means 32. The screw head is completely removable with the closure assembly 10.

  The closure assembly 10 includes a separable connection 35 for at least partially separating at least a portion or an important part of the closure assembly 10 from the container 14. The separable connection portion 35 includes a fragile connection portion. The separable connecting portion 35 is installed, arranged, or located inside. In the illustrated example, the separable connection 35 is shielded, protected, or concealed from being accessed, viewed, or contacted by a portion of the container 14. Thus, the separable connection 35 is shielded, protected, or concealed from inadvertent separation, damage (eg, transportation damage), or unintended access (eg, manipulation). The separable connection portion 35 is disposed in a flow path through the contents of the container 14. That is, the separable connecting portion 35 is disposed on the neck portion of the container 14 or on the inside thereof. The closure assembly 10 is configured to separate the separable connection 35 after opening the container 14 for the first time or in a second stage.

  As shown in FIG. 6, further sealing means 36 are provided for resealing the container 14 after opening. For example, a stopper, lid, or top (eg, cork) is used to seal the container 14 after the initial opening of the container 14. Additional sealing means 34 is provided for use after removal of closure assembly 10 (eg, after initial opening by closure assembly 10). Reconfigure the closure assembly 10 and / or container 14 from a first or initial state (eg, before opening for the first time) to a second or post-opening state (eg, during or after the first opening). This makes closure assembly 10 unsuitable for resealing container 14. Alternatively, such reconfiguration additionally or alternatively causes closure 14 to make container 14 itself unsuitable for reseal. Further, the closure assembly may be provided with means for holding at least a part of the closure assembly in a neck portion of the container or the like.

  FIG. 7 shows the closure assembly 10 prior to installing or attaching the closure assembly 10 to the container 14. In the illustrated example, the closure assembly 10 is substantially fully assembled. The preassembly 10 includes, in the illustrated example, a semi-rare part or member or a highly collectable member 32 and a diaphragm or seal 30. Accordingly, the container 14 is sealed by substantially completely installing the closure assembly 10. In the alternative, the closure assembly 10 is assembled after at least a portion of the closure assembly 10 is installed or attached to the container 14. For example, after the member 32 and / or diaphragm or seal 30 is installed or attached to the container 14, the rest of the closure assembly 10 may be installed or attached.

  FIG. 8 is a longitudinal sectional view showing an assembly arrangement of components forming the container 114 together with the closure assembly 110 according to the second embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 8, reference numerals indicating similar elements in FIG. 1 plus 100 are used as reference numbers. For example, the container 114 and the closure assembly 110 in FIG. 8 correspond to the container 14 and the closure assembly 10 in FIG. . In FIG. 8, the container 114 includes a neck 112, a closure assembly 110, and a diaphragm or seal 130.

  In the illustrated example, the container 114 is illustrated as a glass container for liquids such as alcoholic beverages (eg, premium spirits or premium liquors such as whiskey and scotch whiskey). Container 114 includes a body or chamber 113 for containing a liquid.

  The closure assembly 110 includes a support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130, including a first portion with a seal or diaphragm 130, a grommet for supporting the seal or diaphragm 130, and the like. Here, although the first portion is constituted by one member, both the plane and the cross section are shown for the sake of clarity. Here, the support member 132 for the seal, the membrane or the diaphragm 130 is made of a semi-rare material such as food-grade stainless steel. Here, the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is constituted by a food seal made of a foil or sheet base material coated with polyethylene for food.

  The support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 comprises an upper opening 131 located distal to the body of the container 114 or the chamber 113 relative to a lower opening 133 located proximal to the body of the container 114 or chamber 113. . The upper opening 131 has a smaller diameter than the lower opening 133. The upper opening 131 is formed by the upper annular portion of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. The seal or diaphragm 130 is attached to the underside of the upper annular portion of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 to provide a seal assembly 133, as shown in FIG. In particular, as can be seen from FIG. 12, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 constitutes an internal installation member in the illustrated example.

  The closure assembly 110 further comprises a second portion formed of two sleeve-like tubular portions 140, 142 to form part of the neck portion 112 and form the opening 115 of the container 114.

  The configuration of FIG. 8 also includes two external members 150, 152 made of two ring-like collars for attachment to the outside. The illustrated outer members 150, 152 include collection members consisting of optionally engraved or decorated silver or silver plated rings. Further sealing means 160 are also illustrated as corks or stoppers.

  FIG. 9 is an exploded cross-sectional view of the container 114 with the closure assembly 110 with parts selected from the configuration of FIG. 8, with the container 114 pre-removed with the original opening 115 of the container 114 removed. Dimensions are determined. Further, in order to reduce the thickness and the outer diameter of the remaining portion of the neck portion 112, the forming material is also removed from the outer surface of the remaining portion of the neck portion 112. In this way, the lower inner sleeve portion 112 l of the neck portion 112 of the container 114 forms the remainder of the neck portion 112 and receives the second portion of the closure assembly 110. An outer shoulder 144 is formed on the main body of the container 114 or on the chamber 113 side.

  FIG. 10 shows the closure assembly of FIG. 9 illustrated with a container 114 filled with liquid 117 and a first portion of the closure assembly 110 assembled prior to attachment. Filling the container 114 is partially filling the container 114 and not necessarily filling the entire volume of the container 114 (eg, if the container is filled with a liquid, a portion of the container is Since the gas portion remains unfilled with the liquid, it enables the pressure change in the liquid and / or filling tolerance to be adjusted without waste). To seal the liquid 117 within the body of the container 114 or the chamber 113, a support member 132 for a seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is adhered to the temporary opening of the container 114 as illustrated in FIG. In the illustrated example, a food adhesive suitable for long contact with alcoholic beverages is used, as well as the underside of the seal or diaphragm 130 and support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. In this way, the container 114 is sealed by the first portion of the closure assembly 110 after being filled.

  FIG. 11 also shows a second portion 143 of the closure assembly assembled from two tubular portions 140, 142 prior to attachment to the inner sleeve portion 112 l of the container 114 to form the neck portion 112. Here, the two tubular portions 140, 142 are made of glass and are joined with UV light to form a substantially homogeneous sleeve having an upper outer flange 145 and a lower thickness lower side.

  Due to the difference in diameter and length of each of the tubular portions 140 and 142, a step portion is formed at the inner diameter. The outer tubular portion 140 forms a lower portion of the sleeve 143 having an inner diameter that is larger than the upper portion of the sleeve 143 formed by the inner tubular portion 142. Thus, when the second portion 143 is attached to the inner sleeve portion 112l, the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110 is connected to the inner sleeve portion 112l of the container 114 and the closure assembly first as shown in FIG. The second part 143 or the device 110 is sandwiched in the axial direction. An inner annular recess 147 is formed in the neck 112 between the inner lower sleeve portion 112 l of the container 114 and the second portion 143 of the closure assembly or the inner tubular portion 142 of the device 110.

  The second portion 143 or device 110 of the closure assembly is axially attached to the lower sleeve 112 for the length of movement until the outer tubular portion 140 and the shoulder 144 abut. The moving length of the second portion 143 corresponds to the length of the lower neck portion 112l, but the portion of the second portion where the thickness is reduced (the second portion where the inner tubular portion 142 does not exist). Since it is shorter than the length of the lower side portion, a recess 147 is formed.

  Since the container 114 is sealed by the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110, the second portion 143 or the device 110 of the closure assembly is integrated, attached or attached to the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110 by alternative methods. Installed. Here, when the container 114 is filled with a food product and the container 114 is sealed in a manner permitted for food (a method of attaching the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110), the second portion 143 of the closure assembly. Alternatively, the device 110 can be integrated, attached or installed using means not permitted for food.

  The second portion 143 overlaps with the lower sleeve portion 112l and is adhered to the annular lap joint portion with ultraviolet rays to form a container 114 in which the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110 is integrated. Accordingly, the container 114 is formed substantially uniformly and continuously with the opening 115 through which the liquid 117 is discharged from the main body or chamber 113 of the container 114. The neck 112 extends between them.

  Since the second part 143 or device 110 of the closure assembly is integral with the container 114, the second part 143 or device 110 of the closure assembly is integral and therefore cannot be removed from the container 114. The second part 143 protects or reinforces the first part 129. The second portion 143 substantially prevents access and removal from the container 114 to the first portion 129.

  As can be seen from FIG. 12, the assembled container 114 includes a seal or diaphragm 130 attached to the intermediate portion 165 of the neck portion 112. The seal or diaphragm 130 is attached with a space between the seal or diaphragm 130 and the opening 115. Since the seal or diaphragm 130 is spaced from the opening 115, access to the seal or diaphragm 130 is prevented. For example, the spacing between the opening 115 and the seal or diaphragm 130 prevents removal and / or replacement of the seal or diaphragm 130 during unauthorized use or other undesirable behavior.

  The seal or diaphragm 130 is spaced from the opening 115 and access to the seal or diaphragm 130 is impeded. The opening 115 is formed with a limited opening so that finger access to the seal or diaphragm 130 is prevented.

  The seal or diaphragm 130 is spaced from the opening 115, but the seal or diaphragm 130 is visible through the neck 112 that is at least partially transparent or translucent above and below the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. Here, the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is visible through a transparent window in the neck portion 112 extending above and below the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. The seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 can be viewed through this window in its sealed state, or in an opened, broken or ruptured state. Since the seal or diaphragm 130 is spaced from the opening 115 of the container 114, the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is present as floating.

  The neck 112 includes a portion having a small thickness along the length of the neck 112 between the opening 115 and the main body or chamber 113. The small thickness portion is disposed in the intermediate portion 165 along the length of the neck portion 112 between the opening 115 and the body or chamber 113. The portion with the small thickness corresponds to the mounting position of the seal or diaphragm 130 and its support member 132 in the inner recess 147 and the first portion 129 of the closure assembly 110.

  The portion of the neck portion 112 having a small thickness has a stepped portion with respect to these two adjacent portions because the thickness of this portion is smaller than the adjacent portions on both sides thereof. One side of the adjacent portions of the neck portion 112 is closer to the body of the container 114 or the chamber 113 in the axial direction than the other side.

  Here, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 includes a rigid member. The support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is attached to the recess 147 and cannot be removed from the neck portion 112. The support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 has an outer contour that is larger than the inner contour of the container 114 formed by the two adjacent portions of the neck portion 112. The outer contour of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 has a cross-sectional dimension that is larger than the cross-sectional dimension of the container 114. This cross section is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the neck 112 of the container 114. The outer contour of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 forms the outer diameter of the neck 112, and the inner contour of the container 114 forms the inner diameter of the adjacent portion of the neck 112.

  Such a structure of the assembly of the neck portion 112 makes it possible to install a rigid support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. Without such a structure, since both the container 114 and the neck portion 112 have rigidity, it is impossible or difficult to attach the support member 132 to the intermediate portion 165 of the neck portion 112. That is, it is impossible to place a rigid support member 132 having a larger contour in the middle portion 165 of the neck portion 112 by insertion through the smaller contour opening 115 and the neck portion 112.

  The seal or diaphragm 130 is installed, attached or formed with a support member 132 for the diaphragm, seal or membrane 130 so that when the seal or diaphragm 130 is installed in the container 114, the seal or diaphragm 130 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is used. It cannot be removed from the support member 132.

  In addition, in specific embodiment shown in FIGS. 9-12, member 150,152 attached to the exterior is not contained.

  FIGS. 13-18 show the container 214 and closure assembly or sealing device 210, which are similar to those shown in FIG. 8, with 200 added to the reference numbers of FIG. 8 for similar components. A reference number is used. As shown in FIG. 13, the container 214 includes a neck 212 and the closure assembly 210 includes a diaphragm or seal 230.

  13 and 14 are the same as FIGS. 9 and 11, respectively. The container 214 is sealed by the first part 210 of the closure assembly in the same steps as in FIG. 10, but the drawing corresponding to FIG. 10 is omitted for the sake of brevity. The seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 and support member 232 constitute a seal assembly 233.

  In addition to attaching or integrating the first portion 229 of the closure assembly 210 prior to attaching or integrating the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210, the two external members or sleeves 250, 252 are connected to the closure assembly. Prior to attachment or integration of the second portion 243 of 210, it is assembled.

  Here, the upper outer member 252 is disposed on the outer surface of the outer tubular portion 240 when the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210 is pre-assembled by joining the outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242. Fixed. The outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242 are made of glass and are joined by ultraviolet bonding. The rigid upper outer member 250 is slid upward on the outer surface of the outer tubular portion 240, and is fixed in place by adhesion. Accordingly, the upper outer member 252 covers the seam or portion of the seam between the outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242.

  FIGS. 15 and 16 show the second portion 243 attached to or integrated with the container 214, along with the container 214, following the first portion 229 (FIG. 14). In FIG. 15, the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210 is attached or integral to the container 214 with the lower outer member 250 loosely positioned in an upper position around the neck 212. With the lower outer member 250 in this position, the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210 is UV bonded to the lower neck portion 212l and two outer members 250, 252 assembled on the container 214. Together, the first portion 229 of the closure assembly 210 forms an integrated container 214.

  FIG. 16 shows the movement of the lower outer member 250 to the neck portion 212 to cover the seam or joint between the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210 and the neck portion 212l of the container 214, particularly at the shoulder 244. Indicates the state. The lower external member 250 is fixed to this position of the neck portion 212 by bonding.

  The outer members 250, 252 are non-removably attached from the container 214 after being integrated with the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210. Because the flange 245 has a larger outer contour, the container 214 with the body or chamber 213 having an outer contour that is larger than the inner contour of the outer members 250, 252, the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210. After the integrated, attached or installed, the external members 250 and 252 cannot be removed from the neck portion 212 or inserted. Rigid outer members 250, 252 can be assembled to the container 214 only prior to integration, attachment or installation of the second portion 243 of the closure assembly 210. In particular, the outwardly extending flange 245 has a larger outer contour, which means that even when trying to place a rigid outer member 250, 252 in the middle of the neck 212, the larger contour opening 215 or neck Beyond portion 212, it is not possible to attach smaller profile rigid outer members 250, 252.

  FIGS. 17 and 18 are respectively a side view and an inverted view of the assembled container 214 of FIG. 16 to illustrate the sealing of the first portion 229 of the closure assembly 210, along with additional sealing means 260. A detailed side view is shown.

  Although the seal or diaphragm 230 is spaced from the opening 215, the seal or diaphragm 230 is visible adjacent to a portion that is not transparent by the external members 250 and 252 in the illustrated example. Since the seal or diaphragm 230 is spaced from the opening 215, a space is provided in the neck 212 between the opening 215 and the seal or diaphragm so that additional sealing means 260 can be received. . Here, the further sealing means 260 functions as a cork or stopper for sealing the container 214 after breaking the seal or diaphragm 230 and opening the container 214 for the first time. Due to the spacing between the seal or diaphragm 230 and the opening 215, additional sealing means may be placed against the opening 215 of the container 214 without contacting or interfering with the seal or diaphragm 230. It becomes possible. As shown in FIGS. 17 and 18, the additional sealing means 260 provides an additional sealing or sealing function prior to the initial opening. The additional sealing means 260 can be at least partially disposed on or within the opening 215 prior to opening, i.e., prior to failure of the seal or diaphragm 230.

  19 includes a container 214, additional sealing means 260 of FIG. 17, and an elongate member 290 for opening the container 214, all of which are housed in a package 295 to form a kit 280. It is. The illustrated package 295 represents a gift box in which the container 210, additional sealing means 260, and elongated member 290 are individually contained in the package 295.

  As shown in FIG. 20, an elongated member 290 shaped like a ritual sword (SgianDubh) is inserted into the opening 215 to break or rupture the seal or diaphragm 230 and open the container 214 for the first time. Used to do.

  The support member 232 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 is for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 when the seal or diaphragm 230 is installed in the container 214, at least when the seal or diaphragm 230 is broken or ruptured. It attaches to the container 214 so that it can be visually observed under the support member 232 of the above. Here, when the support member 232 for the seal, the membrane or the diaphragm 230 is not transparent or opaque, the ruptured or damaged part of the seal, the membrane, or the diaphragm 230 is the seal, the membrane, or the diaphragm. Next to the support member 232 for 230, the main body of the container 210 or the chamber 213 is formed so as to be visible. Thus, the seal or diaphragm 230 is visible to indicate that it has been opened or manipulated, at least when opened or ruptured or broken. By disposing the support member 232 on the main body side, removal of the seal or diaphragm 230 through the opening 215 of the container is prevented, and the seal or diaphragm 230 is inserted into the opening 215 of the container, Replacement with a seal or a diaphragm is also prevented. This function can also be enhanced by making the upper opening 231 of the support member 232 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 smaller in diameter than the lower opening 233. The diameter of the seal or diaphragm 230 is larger than the upper opening 231.

  21 is a cross-sectional view of the opened container of FIG. 20 shown tilted to pour liquid 217 in container 214 into glass 296. FIG. The liquid 217 flows through the damaged or ruptured seal or diaphragm 230 in the intermediate portion 265 and the rest of the neck portion 212 and then exits from the opening 215 in the container 214. After the initial opening, further sealing means 260 is inserted into the neck 212 through the opening 215, as shown in FIGS.

  FIG. 23 shows a state in which it has become visible that the seal or diaphragm 230 has already been opened or manipulated when it has been opened, ruptured or broken. When the container 214 is opened, the container retains its original value even when the contents are completely discharged. At least by the support member 232 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 and / or the outer member 250, 252 or both, the container 214 retains sufficient value to provide a motivation to keep it intact. This can reduce the possibility of the container 214 being transferred to a person who intends to use it illegally. The container 214 holds the value as a collection and / or the value based on the material itself.

  Any of the above-described apparatuses may have other functions in addition to the above-described functions, but these functions are also exhibited in such apparatuses.

Although each individual feature described herein is disclosed independently, and combinations of two or more of such features are disclosed, such features or combinations are disclosed herein. Regardless of whether or not the problem is solved, and without limiting the scope of the claims, the present invention can be implemented based on the entire specification in view of common general knowledge of those skilled in the art. Aspects of the invention consist of individual features or combinations of features. It should be noted that the embodiments described in this specification are merely described for the purpose of explanation, and various modifications can be made without exceeding the scope of the present invention.

Claims (58)

  Diaphragm, seal or membrane attached to a container, and / or a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane, the diaphragm being configured to be attached within the neck of the container, Seal or membrane and / or diaphragm support member.   2. The diaphragm, seal or membrane according to claim 1, and / or a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane according to claim 1, wherein the diaphragm, seal or membrane is configured to be broken when first opened.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member includes a rare or semi-rare or collection member and / or a metal member. And / or support members for diaphragms, seals or membranes.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member are configured to be spaced from the opening of the container and / or a closure attached to the container. The diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any one of the above, and / or a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane.   5. The diaphragm, seal or membrane of claim 1-4, wherein the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member comprises an insert that can be at least partially disposed within the neck of the container. Support members for diaphragms, seals or membranes.   The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are configured to be attached in a flow path of a neck portion of the container. Membrane and / or support member for diaphragm, seal or membrane.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member are configured to be attached upstream of a fluid outlet of the container and / or a closure attached to the container. A support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any one of the above, and / or the diaphragm, seal or membrane.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member are attached substantially inseparably to the container. / Or support member for diaphragm, seal or membrane.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member are configured to be disposed between the opening of the container and the body of the container. Diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or support member for diaphragm, seal or membrane.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any one of claims 1 to 9, and / or a support member for a diaphragm, seal or membrane, wherein the support member comprises a rigid member.   The support member for the diaphragm, seal, or membrane includes a lower opening disposed on a proximal side of the container body, and an upper opening disposed on a distal side of the container body with respect to the lower opening. The upper opening is smaller than the lower opening and the seal, membrane, or diaphragm attached to the lower side of the upper annular portion of the support member. Diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or support member for diaphragm, seal or membrane.   A diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane as claimed in any of claims 1 to 11, configured to be mounted in or on the neck of the container. Closure assembly.   A container comprising the diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any of claims 1 to 11 and / or a support member for the diaphragm, membrane or seal and / or the closure assembly according to claim 12. A body for containing the liquid;
An opening for injecting and / or discharging liquid into the body of the container;
A neck portion between the opening and the body;
With
14. A container according to claim 13, wherein the container comprises the diaphragm, seal or membrane and / or the support member attached to the neck.   The container according to claim 13 or 14, wherein the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are provided at an intermediate position of the neck portion separated from the opening.   The container according to any one of claims 13 to 15, wherein the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are attached to a central portion of the neck portion.   17. The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member are spaced from the opening and visible through an unhidden portion of the container. Container as described in.   The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are separated from the opening, and the opening, the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member of the neck portion of the container. The container according to any one of claims 13 to 17, wherein an additional sealing means can be received before and after the first opening of the container.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member is spaced from the opening, and access to the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member is obstructed, and the diaphragm, 19. A container according to any of claims 13 to 18 wherein removal or replacement of a seal or membrane and / or the support member is prevented.   The container according to any one of claims 13 to 19, wherein the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are spaced from the opening and are installed so as to float.   The container according to any one of claims 13 to 20, wherein the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, and / or the support member are detachably attached to the neck portion.   The neck portion includes a portion having a small thickness along the length of the neck portion, and the small thickness portion is located at an intermediate position along the length of the neck portion between the opening and the main body. The container according to claim 13, wherein the intermediate position corresponds to an attachment position of the diaphragm, a seal or a membrane, and / or the support member.   23. A container according to claim 22, wherein the portion of reduced thickness forms an inner recess for receiving the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member.   The diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member form a first portion of a closure assembly, and the first portion of the closure assembly forms a portion of the container that at least forms the opening. 24. A container according to any of claims 13 to 23, which is attached to the container prior to.   Since the support member is attached to the container, the diaphragm, seal or membrane is at least the diaphragm support member when the diaphragm, seal or membrane is opened and attached in the container. 25. A container according to any of claims 13 to 24, which is visible underneath and the diaphragm, seal or membrane after opening can indicate that the opening has been made.   A method for sealing a container, comprising a diaphragm, a seal or a membrane, and / or a support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane between the opening of the container and the body of the container at an intermediate position of the neck of the container. The container sealing method is arranged at the position. After the container is filled, a first part of the closure assembly is attached to the container with a first attachment method to seal the container, and the first part of the closure assembly is used to seal the container Comprising the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and / or the support member,
Attaching a second portion of the closure assembly to the container in a second attachment manner;
The first attachment method is made by authorized food attachment means,
27. The method of claim 26.   The neck portion and the second portion of the closure assembly are made of glass, and the second attachment method comprises a glass joining technique of the second portion of the closure assembly, wherein the second portion is connected to the neck portion. 28. The method of claim 27, wherein a glass container is formed.   29. A method according to any of claims 27 or 28, further comprising providing a further sealing means.   A container in which a main body or a member is made of a member having rarity, semi-rareness, and / or collection.   The container according to claim 30, wherein the member is attached to the container, and the member is prevented from being reused by removing or separating the member from the container.   32. A container according to claim 30 or 31, wherein the member is non-removably attached or fixed to the container.   33. A container according to any of claims 30 to 32, wherein the member comprises a coating, insert, attachment and / or closure assembly of the container.   The container according to any one of claims 30 to 33, wherein the container comprises a bottle such as a glass bottle.   The container according to claim 34, wherein the container includes a neck portion, and the member is provided in the neck portion or on the neck portion.   The container according to any one of claims 30 to 35, wherein the member includes a ring member in the neck portion.   36. A container according to any one of claims 30 to 35, wherein the member comprises a sleeve attached to the outside of the neck portion.   37. The member according to any one of claims 30 to 36, wherein the member comprises a jewel, a rare metal or an alloy thereof, a mixture or other derivative, and / or a semi-rare metal or an alloy, mixture or other derivative thereof. Container as described.   The container according to any one of claims 30 to 36, wherein the container and / or the member is made of a food material.   40. A container according to any of claims 30 to 39, wherein the member imparts value to the container or the remainder of the container or other material of the container.   41. The container according to any one of claims 30 to 40, wherein the member is made of plastic or polymer, or is contained in plastic or polymer.   42. A container according to any of claims 30 to 41, wherein the member comprises or is attached to or includes a diaphragm, seal or membrane.   A closure assembly applied to a neck of a container, comprising a rare, semi-rare and / or collection member.   44. The closure assembly of claim 43, wherein the member is attached to the container so that the container is prevented from being reused by removing or separating the member from the container.   44. A closure assembly according to claim 43, wherein the member is non-separably attached to the container.   Rareness, semi-rare, applied to any of claims 13-25 and / or the container of claim 30-42 and / or the closure assembly of any of claims 43-45. A member having a property and / or a collection property.   The member according to claim 46, wherein the member is configured to be provided in a neck portion of the container or on a neck portion of the container.   47. The container is configured to be attached to or contained in the container and is separable or removable from the container only by damaging the container, making the container non-reusable. Or the member of 47.   The member according to claim 46 or 47, which is attached to the container in an inseparable manner.   50. A member according to claim 46-49, comprising a ring or disc or sleeve and at least one of a diaphragm, seal or membrane. A container with a diaphragm, seal or membrane;
An elongate member for unsealing the diaphragm, seal or membrane to unseal the container.   The container includes the diaphragm, seal or membrane according to any one of claims 1 to 11, and / or the diaphragm, seal or membrane support member according to any one of claims 1 to 11, And the kit of Claim 51 which consists of a container in any one of Claims 13-25 or 30-42.   53. A kit according to claim 51 or 52, wherein the elongate member comprises a handle and a blade.   54. Kit according to any of claims 51 to 53, wherein the kit comprises further sealing means.   The kit according to any one of claims 51 to 54, wherein the kit is provided in a box.   43. A container according to any of claims 13-25 or 30-42, comprising opening the diaphragm, seal or membrane disposed between the opening of the container and the body of the container with the elongate member. How to open.   57. The method of claim 56, further comprising a prior step of removing additional sealing means from the opening of the container prior to opening the diaphragm, seal or membrane with the elongate member.   58. The method of claim 56 or 57, further comprising fitting the additional sealing means into the opening after opening the diaphragm, seal or membrane with the elongate member to reseal the container.

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