JPS62501353A - Identifier for containers - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

[Detailed description of the invention] Identifier for containers Background of the invention Field of invention The present invention relates generally to identification devices for containers, and particularly to identification devices that can be read manually or mechanically. Pertains to a fixed identification collar having encoded information thereon.

2 Conventional technology A wide variety of industries use reusable containers for transporting and distributing consumable products. It is used. These containers are generally expensive and subject to various changes during transportation and use. exposed to different environmental conditions. Containers of particular interest include pressurized gases, e.g. It is used to store nitrogen, etc. The container is a cylinder or one Gas cylinders 1 are commonly referred to as gas cylinders 1, and these terms are used to define specific uses of the present invention. used hereafter to describe certain types of containers.

In many applications, the serial number or other identifying information Identification of each individual cylinder, e.g. by cylinder type, weight or contents I need to be able to do it. For convenience, such identification information will hereinafter be referred to as “cylinder data.” Let's call. Identification of cylinder data for industrial gas industry and hazardous or toxic substances This is a particular problem in other industries that may involve transportation. Furthermore, there are many pressurized gases. For each cylinder, a computerized inventory management system is installed on each of these cylinders. The cylinder data for stem input is encoded and fixed, allowing automatic reading of the data. It is desirable to have defined cylinder data.

One of the methods conventionally proposed for identifying pressurized gas containers is to identify the cylindrical part of the cylinder ( By writing the cylinder data on the body (body) or neck with paint or cutting it out with a stencil. there were. The problem with this method is that the numbers written in paint or cut out with a stencil or in the non-permanence of other identifying markings. Cylinders are often left uncovered in groups When transported on trucks, they are often exposed to harsh environmental conditions and marked This tends to cause wear or quality deterioration of the ring. Also, during loading and unloading operations, the cylinder are sometimes handled relatively roughly, resulting in deterioration, breakage, or damage to the cylinder identification markings. leading to further pollution. If the i-King is no longer legible, there is an opportunity for inaccurate identification or The number of opportunities that cannot be clearly identified increases dramatically. Furthermore, this cylinder identification method It is not suitable for automatic reading of data.

Another way to attach information to a cylinder is to carve the information into the cylinder's own wall or neck. consists of things. However, to maintain the integrity of the cylinder itself, the identification information is externally It can only be engraved, and therefore tends to be difficult to read.

Also, the harsh environmental conditions to which cylinders are exposed often cause them to oxidize, causing This also makes the engraved information difficult to read. This gas fist cylinder identification method also Not suitable for automated data reading.

A third way to attach cylinder data to a gas cylinder is to attach the cylinder data to a gas cylinder container. Chemically bonding an identification plate or label to a wall or neck. this method The problem with this is that the material of the plate or label manufactured or applied is This is due to the fact that it is usually a different material than what the cylinder is made of. 2 types of materials Because of the different thermal expansion properties of expand or contract, weakening the chemical bond between the two materials and causing them to substantially lose their adhesion. let

A fourth method of attaching cylinder data to gas cylinders is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 3,787. , No. 993.

In this patent, two gas cylinders are arranged near the upper end of the cylinder and in contact with each other. A circumferential globe is provided. A color that has cylinder data on both sides of it A color-coded elastic band is stretched over the cylinder and then attached to one of the gloves. is inserted into. In the event of an incident involving the cylinder or its contents, The band can be stretched and passed into the adjacent globe, allowing viewing different colors and different information. Unfortunately, bands are not permanent in a sense. Rather, it could be relocated and perhaps removed. Furthermore, since the band is an elastic body, Therefore, if you stretch it too quickly, it may break accidentally. In addition, the band is It tends to lose its elasticity and color after harsh environmental or handling conditions.

In order to facilitate inventory management and accounting for large numbers of gas cylinders, manual labor (and therefore can also be translated automatically (even mechanized) and can be translated automatically (even mechanized) and It can be attached for a long period of time and can be used for long periods in harsh environments and handling conditions. Permanently attached cylinder data that retains its integrity over time There are still requests regarding.

Composition of the invention The present invention provides an identification collar for pressurized gas cylinders, as well as the aforementioned and similar features. It overcomes the shortcomings of other prior art. The neck ring can be done manually by the operator. Contains cylinder data that can be automatically read by a machine.

According to a first aspect of the invention, the identification device or “neck ring” for the cylinder preferably includes includes a base and cover structure formed from a plastic material. Bae Each of the base and cover structures is of unitary construction, preferably formed by a molding method. It is formed by The base structure is screwed into the threaded neck of the cylinder. There is an upper part. The base structure is secured by multiple locking pins. It is firmly fixed to the neck of the cylinder, and the locking pin locks the screw of the base structure. Extends through the upper part, which is the cut, and into the neck, which is the thread of the cylinder. I'm running into it. The base structure has a manually readable cylinder on its outer surface. - data and an automatically machine-readable encoded mechanism. hippopotamus -The structure covers the outer surface of the reeds and base structure with transparent plastic material, Then, the cylinder fist data and the encoded mechanism contained therein are wrapped in a protective manner.

The first feature of the present invention is that the cylinder can be read both manually and automatically. - By providing an identification collar on which the data is carried in a permanent manner. sign Encrypted mechanisms can take many forms, including but not limited to It contains a series of parallel bars that can be optically scanned and decoded. The cover structure is The encoded mechanism is coated for protection and therefore even in harsh environments and handling conditions. Don't lose integrity.

A second feature of the invention is a cylinder identification ( The purpose is to provide a neck ring. The base structure of the collar is screwed into the neck of the cylinder. Snaps into place and is held in place by multiple locking pins. It is held tightly. Since the identification device is mechanically attached to the cylinder, different The usual adhesion problems between materials are overcome, A third feature of the invention is a cylinder that can be manufactured and installed quickly and inexpensively. The purpose is to provide an identification collar. The base and cover structures are both integrally constructed. It can be manufactured in large quantities at low cost by injection molding or the like.

The cylinder identification (for) header is not integrated with the gas cylinder, so existing gas Cylinders can be easily retrofitted using this identification tool. Special glove formation or No other modifications to existing gas cylinders are required.

According to another aspect of the invention, the identification collar for the cylinder includes a ring that surrounds the neck of the cylinder. A radially extending collar extending downward from the collar and extending from the threaded part of the cylinder. an outwardly facing skirt that encircles the neck, and an inner diameter of the collar; A base structure with fingers extending in the direction is included. Power 2- and the skirt are Linda is an inexpensive, pasted-on structure that accepts formula labels to display data.

The fingers attach the base structure to the neck of the cylinder without using screws or special fittings. Connect mechanically.

In addition to providing a cylinder identification collar having many of the advantageous features of the previously described embodiments. Additionally, other types of embodiments can be manufactured and installed much more quickly and inexpensively. Alternative format aspects If the user can manufacture two inexpensive bells with a sticker, or a label on the neck ring. This is particularly preferred if there is no need or desire to permanently wear the device.

Brief description of the drawing The foregoing and other features of the invention will be apparent from the following description and claims, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, in the attached drawings, Fig. FIG. 3 is a side view of the identification collar of the present invention attached to a gas cylinder; Figure 2 shows the upper part of the gas cylinder and the identification collar with the protective collar. Here is an exploded view of the cross section: FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view taken from the plane indicated by dashed line 3--3 in FIG. 4: FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view taken from the plane indicated by line 4--4 in FIG. 3: FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view similar to FIG. A second embodiment of the identification heavy ring having the characteristics of the present invention is attached to a structure. Shows: FIG. 6 is a sectional view similar to FIG. 3 of a third embodiment of a heavy identification ring having the features of the present invention. is; FIG. 7 is a plan view of a fourth embodiment of a heavy ring (for identification C) having the characteristics of the present invention; 8 is a side view of the identification heavy ring of FIG. 7; FIG. 9 is indicated by +@9-9 in FIG. A partially cut away side view of the identification (use) heavy ring in Figure 7, taken from the plane KG. Ru; It is a sectional view similar to FIG. 3.

Description of preferred embodiments Referring to FIG. 1, the pressurized gas cylinder is generally designated by the numeral 10.

The cylinder 10 is shown in FIG. It has a cap 12 which protectively houses the pulp (not in use).

The cylinder 10 is formed from steel and has a threaded head at its upper end as shown in FIG. It has an elongated cylindrical part (body part) 14 with a section 16. Protective cover made of steel A collar 18 screws into and surrounds the neck 16 of the cylinder 10 and is elongated. The upper part of the cylindrical part 14 is protectively wrapped.

1 to 4, the identification (use) heavy ring 20 is the protective collar of the cylinder 10. 18. The heavy identification ring 20 has a threaded neck 16. It surrounds and is firmly fixed to it. The identification (use) heavy ring 20 has a code includes an identification device 22, an identification mark 24, a base 30, and a protective transparent cover 40. It will be done.

2 and 3, the base 30 has a conical cross-section and is preferably or molded from plastic or die-cast material using molding techniques. base 3° has an outwardly facing, downwardly extending surface 32 with reeds on which the encoding device 2 is mounted. 2 and an identification mark 24 are attached. The base 30 has one part 16 of the cylinder lO. There is an upper portion 34 which is a single threaded cut that engages with the threads. The base has threaded Also included are a plurality of apertures 36 extending through the upper portion 34 . In a preferred embodiment The base 30 has three equally spaced openings 36 120" apart from each other. A compression pin 38 is provided in the opening 36 by a press-fitting method, and the base is pressed when an impact is applied. This serves to fix the base 30 in place.

K, which fixes the base 30 to the cylinder 10, connects the threaded part 34 to the threaded part 34. Screw it together with the cut neck 16 and tighten it against the protective collar 18. Bae Once the pin 30 is fixed to the neck 16, use a punch or the like to hit the compression pin 38. A blow is applied to make the head of the pin 38 hit the threaded surface of the neck 16. Pi The head of the neck 38 is preferably a threaded portion of the neck 16 upon impact. The base 30 is extruded or flattened out to firmly and permanently secure the base 30 to the cylinder lO. It is of the type specified. After installing the base 30, chemically or ultrasonically The aperture is filled with a plug (not shown) coupled therein.

Alternatively, fill the opening 36 with one of the many fillers available on the market. You can also

In the preferred embodiment of the invention, a compression pin 38 secures the base 30 to the cylinder 10. Although fixed, it is understood that the pin 38 can take various forms, such as a set screw. I want to be understood. If a set screw is used, the opening 36 is threaded and the set screw is inserted. The screws 38 are mechanically screwed to tightly secure the base 30 to the cylinder 10. It will be done.

At least one encoding device 22 is configured by conventional chemical, mechanical or ultrasonic coupling. Legally, it is attached to face 36 of base 30. In the preferred embodiment, the same system Three encoding devices 22 with Linda° data are attached to the base 30. . In this configuration, the encoding devices 22t-t, 120' are spaced apart around the cylinder. They are arranged at positions on one surface 32 at equal intervals. Cylinder 10 is pallet)K often Concerning the angular positioning of the cylinder 10, since it is collected and cannot be rotated into the container for scanning, Regardless, three encoded data are provided to facilitate decoding of device 22 by a machine. Vice 22 is used. i & 3 encoding devices found suitable 2 2 is used in the embodiment, but a smaller or larger number of encoding devices 2 may be used. It should be understood that 2 can be used.

Encoding device 22 can take any of the many forms available on the market. Wear. The type of device 22 is the information wave to be stored and the device 22 used for decoding. depending on the scanning device. Referring to FIGS. 1-4, device 22 is a conventional bar code. For example, Knee Home Fist Product Code (Uniform Prod) uct Code (UPC)), which are widely used in connection with It is shown as This type of encoding device 22 is available in various thicknesses and spacings. A thin paper-like material that has a group of parallel bars and is decoded by an optical scanner. take form. It is thin and inexpensively manufactured, and is directly attached to the surface 32 of the base 30 as shown. An encoding device 22 similar to this configuration may be desirable to the extent that it can be installed directly. Delicious. However, the encoding device 22 shown in the accompanying drawings is for illustrative purposes only. and be virtually interchangeable with any encoding device available on the market. I want you to understand. If the encoding device 22 is installed as shown here, If the cover 40 has a substantial thickness that obstructs the surface 32, It would be necessary to set it up.

In the preferred embodiment, alphanumeric indicia 24 are also provided on surface 32. alphanumeric indicators can be used as an alternative to machine reading of data or manually to improve the accuracy of machine decoding. Easily read cylinder data manually so that all checks can be performed It's set up for you. Alphanumeric indicators are included on encoding device 22. has the same cylinder data as , and similarly the circumference of the neck 16 of the cylinder 10. It will be provided three times at equal intervals. Alphanumeric information is intermediate between adjacent encoding devices 22. Although the alphanumeric information 24 is shown as being located in the encoding device 2 Can be placed above, below or above the 2 or in any other angular arrangement . The alphanumeric information 24 can be obtained in many forms available on the market, such as transcriptions, stencils, etc. It can be anything.

Protective cover 40 is formed from a transparent plastic material by conventional molding techniques.

The cover 40 preferably includes some type of encoding device 22, such as an optically decoded Covers that are lightly colored to block ultraviolet light that degrades the quality of -40 has a wall 42 extending downwardly and outwardly over surface 32 when installed. mosquito Bar 40 covers encoding device 22 and alphanumeric information 24, thereby It is equipped with a protective shroud to protect it from harsh environmental and handling conditions. cover 40 is provided with an annular lip 44 near the bottom green, and when installed, the base 3 Pinch the bottom edge of 0. Cover 40 is formed from a resilient plastic material and is crimped onto the base 30 such that the bottom edge 44 extends and slides over the bottom edge of the base 30. Insert. An annular lip 44 secures the cover 40 to the base and prevents moisture capillary action. , thereby sealing and encoding the bottom edge of the base and the cover. Protect the device 22 and alphanumeric information 24. The top edge of the cover 40 is the same part of the base. and attached by conventional chemical, mechanical or ultrasonic bonding methods. Ru.

Cover 40 uses an annular lip 44 to secure cover 40 to base 30. Although described as similar, it is understood that other methods of joining these structures may also be utilized. I want to be For example, an interlocking structure molded into the cover 40 and the base 30 It is also possible to fit the base 30 and cover 40 together. another In this method, the cover structure 40 is attached to the base 30 using various conventional chemical , mechanical or ultrasonic bonding methods.

The identification heavy ring 20 is shown mounted on the protective metal collar 18. However, most conventional pressurized gas cylinders have a protective force mounted on them. 2-18, this is for illustrative purposes only, the new cylinder 10, the protective metal collar 18 can be completely replaced with the identification heavy ring 20. I want you to understand that. Completely replace Ka':)-18 with identification (for) heavy ring 20. In such cases, significant savings in the manufacturing costs of the cylinder 10 would be realized; The reason is that the metal collar 18 costs about 5 times as much as manufacturing the heavy identification ring 20. This is because it is. However, most existing pressurized gas cylinders have a protective metal collar. - 18, the identification (use) heavy ring 20 is mounted on top of the collar 18. It is shown that

Referring to FIG. 5, the second embodiment of the identification heavy ring having the features of the present invention is generally is indicated by the number 120. Neck IJIi20 has base 130 and multiple A number of individually packaged encoding devices 140 are included. Heavy ring 120 is a cylinder It is a structure that surrounds the neck 16, which is the threaded part of the IO.

As is apparent from FIG. 5, the base 130 has a conical cross-section and is preferably It is formed from plastic or die-cast material by molding techniques. base 13 0 has an outwardly facing, downwardly extending surface 132 on which a separate encoding device is mounted. A flash buckle 140 and identifying numbering (not shown) are attached. Bae The threaded upper portion 130 engages the neck 16 of the cylinder 10. Has 34. The base 130 includes an upper portion 13 that is threaded in the base 130. 4 are included. In the preferred embodiment, three apertures 1 36 extend through the base 130 and are spaced 1000 meters from each other. base A compression bottle 138 is provided in opening 136 as previously described for 30.

The base 130 is attached to the cylinder in a manner similar to that described above for attaching the base 30. It is attached to the da 10. To secure the base 130 to the cylinder 10, cut the threads. The protective collar 1 is screwed together with the threaded portion 134 and the threaded top 16. Tighten down against 8. If the base 130 is fixed to the neck 16, , apply an impact to the compression pin 13g with a punch or the like to tighten the neck of the pin 138 to the screw of the neck 16. Make the cut hit a certain surface. The head of pin 138 is preferably The cylinder 1 is then pushed out or flattened into the threaded part of the neck 16. This is the type that firmly and permanently fixes the base 130 to the base 130. base 130 with a plug (not shown) chemically or ultrasonically bonded into it after installation. Fill opening 136. Alternatively, there are many flexible 2- or The apertures 136 can also be filled with one of the bonding agents.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, compression bin 138 forces base 130 onto cylinder 10. Although rigidly fixed, pin 138 can take on a variety of forms, such as a set screw. I want you to understand that. If a set screw is used, the opening 136 is threaded so that the , mechanically such that set screw 38 tightly secures base 130 to cylinder 10. screwed into.

At least one encoding device packet 140 is attached to surface 132. sign The encoding device packet 140 includes an encoding device 122 and a plastic material. It is packaged in a protective case 142 made of material or the like. encoding device 122 is similar to encoding device 22 previously described. However, the encoding device 122 each individually packaged in a case 142 and sealed therein. Case 1 42 can take any of the many forms available on the market. encoding device If the screen 122 is of the optical scanning or decoding type, the protective case is preferably a transparent plastic. Formed from plastic material.

In the preferred embodiment, three encoding device packets 140 are , surface 132IC is attached by mechanical or ultrasonic methods. Base 130 and above Since both the protective case 142 and the protective case 142 are made of plastic material, The problems normally associated with bonding are overcome.

As described above regarding the previous item 20, the buckles 140 are arranged at equal intervals and of the same series. owns data.

To explain FIG. 6, the third aspect of the previous section for identification (for use) having the characteristics of the present invention is generally This is indicated by the number 220.

The previous section 220 includes a base 230 and an encoding device 222.

The preceding item 220 is configured to surround the neck portion 16, which is the threaded portion of the cylinder 10. figure 6, the base 230 has a y-conical cross section and is preferably molded. manufactured from plastic or die-cast material.

The base 230 has an outwardly facing, downwardly extending surface 232 on which the encoding device is mounted. A vise 222 and identification markings (not shown) are attached. The base 230 is made of screws. It has an upper portion 234 that is a threaded notch that mates with the neck 16 that is a notch. aforementioned Similar to bases 30 and 130, base 230 has a protective collar near its bottom edge. - 18 has an annular lip 236 that engages the bottom outer edge of the bottom. Base 230 is a bullet The base 230 is formed from a plastic material with a protective collar 1. 8, its bottom edge stretches when pressed down. The base 230 is the neck of the cylinder lO An annular lip 236 fits onto the bottom edge of the protective collar 18 as if screwed onto the top. The base 230 is permanently attached to the cylinder 10 when the base 230 is installed.

In a preferred embodiment, the three encoding devices 222 are conventionally chemically, mechanically or It is attached to the surface 232 by an ultrasonic bonding method. Encoding device 222 encodes It is substantially the same as the vise 22, and as described in the previous section 20, the same Holds one cylinder data.

However, a protected encoded device packet similar to encoded device packet 140 described above may be used. device can also be used for the unprotected encoding device 2220s shown in Figure 6. .

Similarly, encoding device 222 is provided with a protective cover similar to cover 40 described above. You can also protect it.

Explaining FIG. 7-10, the fourth aspect of the preceding paragraph of the identification (for use) having the characteristics of the present invention is as follows. It is generally indicated by the number 320. The preceding item 320 is the neck 16 of the cylinder 10. surrounding, forms a base structure with a flat, radially extending force of 9-322 are doing. Is the skirt 324 facing outside @ the force? - Extends downward from 322 and connects to the Surrounding Nada 10. a plurality of substantially identical encoding devices to encoding device 22; 326 is attached to the outer surface of skirt 324.

Referring specifically to FIG. 7-9, a pair of opposing angled shoulder portions 328 are shown. It is provided at the intersection of the collar 322 and the skirt 324. Shoulder part 32 8 does not completely surround collar 322, but extends approximately 1 around the perimeter of collar 322. It only extends to 05'. The shoulder part 328 has a collar 322 and a scarf. A contour shape that provides a smooth transition at the intersection of the shoulder portion 324 and the shoulder portion 328. There is a termination portion 330. A pair of opposing, downwardly extending wall portions 332 The skirt 324 is provided at a radial location intermediate the rider portion 328. wall part The portion 332 is connected to the bottom edge of the skirt 324 by a contoured portion 334. Ska A wall portion 332 connected to the card 324 accommodates an encoding device 326. A large enough area is provided to do so. The wall portion 332 is designed so that the user can The skirt 32 provides a space for a finger grip that is effective for removing it from the cylinder 10. It will also be prepared under 4. The area near the neck 16 is relatively flat and has a 1" goo. In the cylinder IO, the wall portion 332 is eliminated and is in contact with the shoulder of the cylinder 10. You can leave the bottom edge of the skirt intact.

Referring now to FIG. 7, the collar 322 includes a plurality of holes extending inwardly. There is a finger 336. The fingers 336 are directed inwardly toward the collar 322. Extends slightly longer than the inner diameter. The fingers 336 are slightly flexible and have reeds and neck portions 16. has an inner diameter approximating that of a screw. The finger 336 is the intervening deletion portion 3 38 determines the shape and spacing. The deleted portions 338 are approximately 13° apart from each other. It is. In the illustrated embodiment, two sets of opposed fingers 336 are provided. Ru. Depending on the dimensions of the cylinder 10, the required 320 may be larger or smaller. It happens. For the large size 320, four pairs of fingers 336, each 90 'Apart from adjacent pairs, can be used. Finger 336 and deleted portion 33 Other possible configurations of 8 will be obvious to those skilled in the art.

Encoding device 3 by neck FJ3200 dimensions used with cylinder 10 26 is attached to the upper side of the collar 322 or the scar (as shown) 324 Can be done. Additional identifying information may be included as part of shoulder portion 328. can. The preceding item 320 is considered to be manufactured from plastic material by a manufacturing operation. 1. Constructing a die that molds additional identification information directly onto the surface of the previous section 320 in order to would be relatively easy.

When in use, remove the cap 12 and attach the neck ff1320 to the neck 16. If the previous item 320 is added to the cylinder 10, just remove it from the cylinder 10. Can be done.

The fingers 338 engage the threads of the neck 16 to create a threaded joint. It is tightly engaged with the neck 16. Place the previous item 320 in the position shown in Figure 10. After that, the cap 12 can be put in place. cap 121 finger -338 and the innermost part of the collar 322 to hold the neck m320 in place. Hold it firmly. If the preceding item 320 is made of transparent plastic material, the You can see the information for Kenbetsu written on color 18. Encoding device 326 is easy If it is available at a low cost, the above item 320 is a great option for providing container identification. For the first time, we will demonstrate an inexpensive and effective method.

Although the present invention has been described in its preferred embodiments with some specificity, preferred This disclosure of embodiments is for illustrative purposes only, and does not include details of construction and combinations of parts. Numerous changes to and arrangement may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter claimed. I want you to understand that it is possible without leaving the world. Terms used in this 1 inside 1. “Downward first and similar terms are used for convenience to refer to the spatial interrelationship of various components. The term is used to describe the present invention or does not contemplate any particular arrangement of its components. The present invention discloses Attached request showing what patentable novel features exist in the invention should be covered by an appropriate expression of the range.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A gas cylinder whose cylinder has a body with a threaded neck near one end. It is an identification tool for containers such as Linda, a base having an outwardly directed, downwardly extending surface surrounding the neck of the cylinder; a member for mechanically connecting the base to the neck of the cylinder; and An identification member attached to the surface of the base to indicate cylinder data; The part has cylinder data in a machine-readable format that can be read automatically. is a form of encoding device that An identification device for a container characterized by having the following. 2. A member for mechanically connecting the base to the neck of the cylinder is connected to the neck of the cylinder. The identification tool according to claim 1, which is in the form of a threaded screw. 3. The base further includes a fixing part for permanently fixing the base to the neck of the cylinder. 3. The identification tool according to claim 2, comprising a material. 4. A series in which the fixing member has an extension screw cut through an opening formed in the base. 4. The identification tool according to claim 3, which is in the form of a pin that engages with the neck of the patient. 5. It is equipped with a plurality of pins and the pins are arranged at equal intervals around the neck of the cylinder. An identification device according to claim 4. 6. Centripetal from the base to a member for mechanically connecting the base to the neck of the cylinder 2. The identification device of claim 1, further comprising a plurality of fingers extending inwardly. 7. A protective collar encircles the neck, and the base is placed outside the collar when in use. The identification tool according to claim 1, which is pressed against a surface. 8. The base has an inwardly extending annular lip near its lower edge; Claim 7, wherein the collar engages with the collar and serves to secure the base to the neck. Identifier included. 9. A nearly flat radial collar at the base, a skirt extending downward from the collar. and a plurality of fingers extending centripetally inwardly from the collar. The identification device described in item 1 of the box. 10. The device according to claim 1, wherein the base is formed from a plastic material. Separate equipment. 11. Furthermore, it is attached to the outer surface portion of the base and covers the outer surface portion of the base. The identification according to claim 1, comprising a transparent cover for protectively sealing the separate member. Separate equipment. 12. the cover is formed from a resilient plastic material and near its lower edge; There is an annular lip adjacent to the base, the lip engaging the lower edge of the base. The identification device described in Section 1. 13. By joining the top edge of the cover to the outer surface of the base, the cover is further The identification tool according to claim 12, which is fixed to a base. 14. Claim 11, wherein the cover is lightly colored to block ultraviolet light. Identifier included. 15. Alphanumeric characters representing cylinder data for manual reading on identification components The cylinder identification device according to claim 1, which includes information. 16. Claims including an outer enclosure for protectively enclosing the encoding device in the identification member The identification device described in item 1 of the box. 17. A gas cylinder with a body that has a threaded neck near one end of the cylinder. It is an identification tool for containers such as Linda, Made of plastic material and: (I) generally conical cross-section and outwardly directed surrounding the threaded neck of the cylinder; (II) The outer surface extends downward; (II) engages with the threaded part of the cylinder; a threaded part; and (III) A fixing member for permanently fixing the base to the neck of the cinder; The fixing member extends through the opening formed in the base and includes a threaded cutter in the cylinder. a base including a plurality of pins that engage with a neck portion; An identification member attached to the outside surface of the base to indicate cylinder data; The identification member includes the cylinder designation in a machine-readable format that can be automatically deciphered. multiple encoding devices with data and a substantially identical series for manual reading. alphanumeric information representing data; and Attached to the outer surface of the base, covering it and protectively sealing the identification member a cover formed from transparent plastic material, An identification device for a container characterized by having the following. 18. The cylinder has a body with a threaded neck near one end. An identifier for a container such as a cylinder; formed from plastic material and (i) a generally flat, radially extending cover surrounding the threaded neck of the cylinder; Ra; (i) an outwardly directed skirt extending downwardly from the collar and surrounding the cylinder; and (iii) extending centripetally inward from the inner diameter of the collar and threading the cylinder; multiple fingers interlocking with one neck; a base having; and An identification member attached to the outside surface of the base to indicate cylinder data; The identification member is a cylinder in a machine-readable format that can be automatically decoded. Multiple encoding devices containing data and cylinder data for manual reading contains alphanumeric information representing the data, An identification device for a container characterized by having the following.