KR101874426B1 - Closure device, apparatus, and method - Google Patents

Abstract

A main body or chamber 113 or 213 for receiving fluid and an inlet or opening 115 for inserting and / or removing fluid from the main body or chambers 113 and 213 of the vessel 10, Seal, or membrane 30, 130, 230, and vessel 14, 114, 214 having a first, The vessel 10, 110, 210 includes a neck portion 12, 112, 212 between the mouth or opening 115, 215 and the main body or chamber 113, 213 and is connected to a diaphragm, (30, 130, 230) are mounted within the neck portion (12, 112, 212). The diaphragm, seal or membrane 30, 30, 230 is located between the mouth or opening 115, 215 of the vessel 10, 110, 210 and the main body or chamber 113, 213.

Description

Closure device, apparatus, and method

The present invention relates to a capping device, a device and a method associated therewith. The invention also relates to a diaphragm, a seal or a membrane. In particular, but not exclusively, the invention relates to a container, for example a cap of a liquid container. The present invention also relates to a container, e. G. A distiller, or a container or sachet of sake, and is associated with, but not limited to, a container or bottle of advanced distillate or sake.

Various types of containers are provided to accommodate various liquids. Environmental pressure can lead to reuse and / or recycling of containers. However, it may not always be desirable to reuse the liquid container. For example, if the stability or authenticity of the contents of the container deviates from that originally accommodated in the container, it is desirable to search for preventing or eliminating reuse that may indicate misrecognition of the contents of the reused container. For example, alcoholic beverages sold in authentic containers (e.g., distilleries or liquors) can substantially correct for safety, quality and authenticity. However, if the container is later refilled, for example, where it is not the original source, it does not guarantee the authenticity, quality or safety of the refilled container. On the other hand, the container may exhibit false expressions of authenticity, quality and safety to potential users or customers of the refilled container. Thus, for example, such illegal re-use by counterfeiters has a negative impact on the sale and / or stability of authentic authentic beverages, or has a negative effect on the enjoyment of customers or users, and / It negatively affects the reputation of the source of authentic containers.

Other containers or plugs have been developed to mitigate reuse of the original container by preventing it from refilling or tracking it down. Such stoppers may include, for example, an opening evacuation means such as a tear-strip, and / or include non-refilling means such as valve means and / or a rotatable liquid discharge path can do. For example, it is contemplated to allow for the withdrawal or withdrawal of the liquid contents of the container, while preventing the insertion or entry of liquid into the container, for example refilling the container or diluting or contaminating or mixing the original contents There is provided a container having one-directional stoppers which prevent the stoppers from being opened. Such plugs or devices are generally referred to as non-refillable devices or systems or "NR's ".

Such background knowledge may allow those skilled in the art to further understand the following description. Accordingly, nothing in the above description is necessarily to be construed as a part of the present invention or as a common and common knowledge.

The purpose of at least one embodiment according to at least one aspect of the present invention is to eliminate or at least alleviate one or more problems and / or disadvantages of the prior art.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is a technical object of the present invention to provide a stopper device, a mechanism and a related method for a liquid container.

According to a first aspect of the present invention there is provided a cap assembly or device adapted to be applied to a container, for example a mouth or neck portion of a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device may include a first body portion. The assembly or device may include a tamper-evidence member configured to be positioned for use substantially between the first body portion and the liquid container. The modulation proof member may be configured to maintain a position or space in the first body portion relative to the container and / or relative to the second body portion prior to the first opening of the plug assembly or device .

With this arrangement, the modulation proof member can function (before being removed) as a structural part of the stopper assembly or device.

The modulated evidence member may comprise an open band. The modulation proof member may extend circumferentially around at least a portion of the closure assembly or device and / or surrounding at least a portion of the container.

The modulation proof member may be configured to maintain a longitudinal or axial position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion.

The modulation proof member may be configured to maintain a circumferential or radial position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion.

The modulation proof member is configured to maintain a position of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion when a load, e.g., an axial load, is applied to the first body portion .

The modulation proof member may be configured to at least partially absorb or transmit an impact load applied to the first body portion.

The modulation proof member may be configured to prevent or prevent movement of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion prior to the first opening of the stopper assembly or apparatus. For example, the modulation proof member may prevent or prevent movement of the first body portion to face the container and / or the second body portion and / or away from the container and / or the second body portion . ≪ / RTI >

The first body portion may include a first cylindrical member or cap, e.g., a first sleeve or sleeve portion.

The second body portion may comprise a second cylindrical member, for example a second sleeve or sleeve portion.

The modulation proof member may comprise a structural member.

The modulation proof member may comprise a third cylindrical member, for example a third sleeve or sleeve portion.

The modulation proof member may be configured to provide stiffness, e.g., axial or longitudinal stiffness, to the plug assembly or device.

The modulation proof member may comprise a stiffener.

The modulation proof member may include an access tab.

The modulation proof member may comprise a ring member.

The modulation proof member may comprise a spacer.

The modulation evidence member may be reconfigurable.

The modulation proof member may be removed or at least partially removed.

The modulated evidence member can be frangible.

The modulation proof member may be attached to the first body and / or second body portion, for example, surrounding or adjacent each of the first and second circumferential ends of the first body and / And can be attached frangibly, for example. The modulation proof member can be attached to the container, and can be attached, for example, easily to break.

The modulation proof member may comprise a substantially rigid member.

The modulation proof member may include various strengths and / or stiffnesses and / or cross-sectional areas and / or thicknesses. The modulation proof member may include various strengths and / or stiffnesses and / or cross-sectional areas and / or thicknesses along its length, for example along the circumference of the modulation proof member.

The modulation proof member may comprise a single or sole means for positioning or locating the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion prior to opening.

The stopper assembly or device may include, for example, deflecting means for deflecting the first body portion into a first position.

The stopper assembly or device may include means for cutting, perforating, penetrating, removing, or displacing the diaphragm or seal.

The stopper assembly or device may include means for holding at least a portion of the stopper assembly or device, for example on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

According to a second aspect of the present invention there is provided a container, for example a liquid container, comprising a body or component or member comprising a precious or semi-precious material or a collection object.

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may be configured to be provided to the container with a higher recycling value than the reuse value after initial opening or after use. In this way, counterfeiting using the authentic container can be mitigated.

The precious or semi-precious material or collection object can be attached or fixed to the container and removal or separation of the valuable or semi-valuable material or collection object from the container can substantially prevent reuse of the container .

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected can be attached or fixed to the container inseparably. The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may be permanently bonded to the container. The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may be welded, fused, or glued to the container.

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may comprise a coating, or an insert or an attachment, on the container and / or the plug assembly or device.

The container may include a neck or mouth portion.

The container may comprise a bottle, for example a glass bottle, for example an alcoholic beverage bottle. The alcoholic beverage may comprise a distillate or liquid (e.g., a premium distillate or liquor, such as a whiskey or Scotch whiskey).

Such precious or semi-precious material or objects or objects of collection may be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The mouth or neck portion may be cylindrical, for example inside or outside.

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may comprise an annular member.

The annular member may comprise a substantially circular inner and / or outer perimeter, surface, edge or profile. For example, the annular member may include a ring.

The annular member may comprise a substantially elliptical inner and / or outer perimeter, surface, edge or profile. The annular member may include internal and / or external perimeter, surface, edge or profile of a substantially polygonal (e.g., square, triangular, octagonal, or the like). Such precious or semi-precious materials or objects of collection may be of any other precious or semi-precious material, such as precious or semi-precious stone or gemstones or precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum or the like, or Alloys, mixtures or derivatives thereof; And / or semi-noble metals such as brass, pewter, steel, nickel or the like, or alloys, mixtures, or other corrugated bodies thereof.

Such precious or semi-precious collecting objects may be made of nontraditional or semi-precious materials, such as, for example, plastics. The precious or semi-precious collection objects are derived from values or values in immaterial terms. For example, the object to be collected may include a limited edition, e.g., limited shape, color, or the like.

The valuable or semi-valuable material or collection object may exhibit a relatively high value for the container or for the rest of the container or for other materials of the container.

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may be made of or comprise plastic or polymer. (Included as an additive in, for example, a master batch for the production of plastic goods or crafts, for example PET containers or the like)

The precious or semi-precious material or object or article to be collected may include or be attached to or operably coupled to a diaphragm, membrane or enclosure.

The closure assembly or device may be preassembled prior to installation or mounting of the closure assembly or device on or in the container. The stopper assembly or device may be substantially fully preassembled. Such a pre-assembling assembly may comprise the semi-precious component or member or object to be collected and / or the diaphragm or seal.

The stopper assembly or device may be installed or mounted on or substantially in the container as a single unit. The closure assembly or device may be substantially mounted or mounted substantially within the container or onto the container or substantially entirely to the container. The closure assembly or device may be installed or mounted in the container or on the container or in the container in a substantially single step. The closure assembly or device may be mounted in the container or on the container or on the container to seal the container, or to seal the container at least partially simultaneously.

Alternatively, the closure assembly or device may be subsequently assembled to mount or mount the closure assembly or at least a portion of the closure assembly or device in or on the container. For example, the semi-precious component or member or collection object and / or the diaphragm or seal may be disposed within or within the container before or after mounting or mounting one or more other portions of the plug assembly or device, Can be installed or mounted on or in the container.

According to a third aspect of the present invention there is provided a cap assembly or device adapted to be applied to a container, for example a mouth or neck portion of a container for a liquid, said container or device comprising a valuable or semi-precious material or collection object can do.

The valuable or semi-valuable material or collection object can be configured to be attached to the container and removal or separation of the valuable or semi-valuable material or collection object from the container can substantially prevent reuse of the container .

The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected can be attached to the container inseparably. The precious or semi-valuable material or object to be collected may be permanently bonded to the container substantially. The precious or semi-precious material or object to be collected may be welded or fused to the container.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention there is provided a container of the second aspect of the invention and / or a valuable or semi-precious component adapted for use in or on the plug assembly or device of the first and / Member.

The precious or semi-valuable component or member may be configured to be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. The valuable or semi-valuable component or member may be configured to be attached to the container and the valuable or semi-valuable component or member may be removed or separated from the container only by the breakage of the container, Whereby the container can not be substantially reused.

The precious or semi-precious component or member may be configured to be non-detachably attached to the container. The precious or semi-precious component or member may be configured to be substantially permanently bonded to the container. The precious or semi-precious component or member may be configured to be welded or fused to the container.

The precious or semi-precious component or member may comprise a ring or disc and is provided, for example, in or on the neck or mouth portion of the container.

The precious or semi-precious component or member may include a frangible diaphragm and may be configured to break, for example, upon first opening.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a container, for example a liquid container, comprising a body or a component or member including a collection object.

The collection object may be configured to provide the container with a higher recovery or recycling value than the reuse value after initial opening or use. In this way, counterfeiting using authentic containers can be mitigated.

The collection object can be attached or fixed to the container, and removal or separation of the collection object from the container can substantially prevent reuse of the container.

The object to be collected can be attached or fixed to the container inseparably. The object to be collected may be substantially permanently bonded to the container. The object to be collected may be welded, fused or adhered to the container.

The container may include a neck or mouth portion.

The container may comprise a bottle, for example a glass bottle, for example a bottle for spirits or liquor.

The collection object may be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The mouth or neck portion may be, for example, cylindrical inside and / or outwardly thereof.

The object to be collected may comprise a ring or an annular member.

The objects to be collected may include valuable or semi-valuable materials. The object to be collected is usually a precious or semiprecious substance such as precious or semi-precious stone or precious metal, such as gold, silver, platinum or the like, or alloys, field; And / or semi-noble metals such as brass, white lead, steel, nickel or the like, or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof.

The object to be collected may be made of a nontraditional or semi-precious material, such as plastic, for example. For example, the unconventional precious or semi-precious material may comprise a substantially recycled value and / or reuse value, for example when separated from the container.

The object to be collected may be derived from a non-material aspect in value or value. For example, the object to be collected may include a limited quantity, such as a limited shape, color, or the like.

The collection object may exhibit a relatively high value relative to the container or the rest of the container or other materials of the container.

The object to be collected may comprise, consist of, or be made of substantially unworthy or unhealthy material. The object to be collected may be made of or comprise a plastic or polymer (e.g., included as an additive in a masterbatch for the manufacture of, for example, plastic goods or crafts such as PET containers or the like).

The object to be collected may include or be attached to or operably coupled to a diaphragm or seal.

According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a stopper assembly or apparatus adapted to be applied to a mouth of a container, e.g., a mouthpiece or neck of a container for a liquid, wherein the assembly or device comprises a collection object.

The collection object can be configured to be attached to the container, and removal or separation of the collection object from the container can substantially prevent reuse of the container.

The object to be collected can be attached to the container inseparably. The object to be collected may be substantially permanently bonded to the container. The object to be collected may be welded or fused to the container.

According to a seventh aspect of the present invention there is provided a method of manufacturing a container in and / or on the container of the second and / or fifth aspect of the invention and / or the plug assembly or device of the first and / or third and / Provide collection objects that are applied to be used.

The collection object can be configured to be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. The collection object can be configured to be attached and / or included in the container, and the collection object can be separated from the container only by the breakage of the container, so that the container can not be substantially reused.

The collection object can be configured to be attached to the container inseparably. The collection object may be configured to be substantially permanently bonded to the container. The object to be collected may be configured to be welded or fused to the container.

The collection object can include a ring or disc and is provided in or on the neck or mouth portion of the container.

The object to be collected may comprise a breakable diaphragm and is configured to break, for example, upon first opening.

The objects to be collected may include valuable or semi-valuable materials.

According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a stopper assembly or device configured to be applied to a container, for example, a mouth or neck portion of a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device comprising the first body portion may be configured to be rotated or rotated in a first direction during a first or first open state or opening phase and may be configured to rotate or rotate in a second or opposite direction during a subsequent or second open state, Or rotated in the < / RTI >

The opening may include an initial or first opening of the container.

The first body portion may be axially movable relative to the second body portion and / or the container for initial opening of the stopper assembly or device or container.

The first or first open phase or open step and / or the subsequent or second open state or open step may be used to open the container and / or the second body May include axial movement of the first body portion relative to the first body portion. The first or first open state or opening step may comprise a first axial movement. The subsequent or second open state or open step may comprise a second or additional axial movement.

The subsequent or second state or step may include axial movement and / or rotational movement of the first body portion and the second body portion relative to the container, for example, the first and second Coupled, combined, unitary, or synchronous axis and / or rotational movement of the body portions.

For initial opening of the assembly or device or container, the axial movement of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion may be in the same first axial direction. For initial opening of the assembly or device or container, the axial movement of the first body portion relative to the container and / or the second body portion may be directed to the container.

The second body portion may, during use, be axially closer to the container as compared to the first body portion. The container may define a first axial direction from the mouth or neck portion toward the base or main body portion or chamber of the container. The container may define a second axial direction from the base or main body portion or chamber of the container toward the mouth or neck portion. The second body portion may be axially closer to the base or main body portion or chamber of the container during use than the first body portion.

The closure assembly or device may be configured to be removed from, or at least partially removed from, the mouth or neck of the container after a second open or open step. The first and / or second body portions may be removed from the mouth or neck portion of the container in a second axial direction after a second open or open step. And the second axial direction may be substantially opposite to the first axial direction.

The closure assembly or device may include a detachable connection that at least partially separates at least a portion or a substantial portion of the closure assembly or device from the container. The detachable connection may include a breakable connection portion. The detachable connection may be located, disposed, or present in the interior. For example, the detachable connection may be obscured, protected, or invisible from approach, view, contact, and may be obscured, protected, or otherwise blocked by the portion of the plug assembly or device and / It can be invisible. The removable connection can be located within the intended path or fluid path of the contents of the container. The removable connection may be located within or within the neck or mouth portion of the container, and / or may be located within or within an adjacent neck or mouth portion of the closure assembly or device. The closure assembly or device may be configured to separate the detachable connection during a subsequent or second open or open phase of the initial opening of the container.

According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for opening a container, for example, a container for a liquid.

The method may comprise the following steps:

A first body portion of the stopper assembly or device is axially urged toward the container and / or the second body portion, and the first body portion is moved relative to the container and / Rotating in one direction to advance the first body portion toward the container and / or the second body portion; And

Applying a force in the axial direction towards the container and / or the second body portion of the plug assembly or device, and applying the first body portion to the container and / or the second body portion Rotating in a relatively second direction to advance the first body portion toward the container and / or the second body portion.

The method may include advancing the first body portion to axially orient the container and / or the second body portion.

The method may include rotating the first body portion in the first direction during a first or initial open or open phase. The method may include rotating the first body portion in the second direction during a subsequent or second open or open step.

The method may include at least partially removing at least a portion of the first body portion from the mouth or neck portion of the container. The method may include removing at least a portion of the first body portion at least partially away axially away from the mouth or neck portion of the container, and may include, for example, And / or in a substantially opposite direction during said subsequent or second open state or opening step.

The method may include reclosing the container with a substantially new or different stopper assembly or device, or at least a substantially different or new first body portion.

According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a stopper assembly or device configured to be applied to a mouth of a container, for example, a mouthpiece or neck of a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device may be relocated from a first configuration corresponding to a closed container configuration to a second configuration corresponding to an open container configuration, And are not relocated to the first arrangement.

The closure assembly or device may not be suitable for reclosing. Re-closure may include resealing.

At least a portion of the stopper assembly or device may be configured to be applied within or within the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The assembly or device may be configured to be removed or at least partially removed from the mouth or neck portion of the container substantially without the aid of a tool. The assembly or device may be configured to be manually opened or removed or at least partially removed from the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The second arrangement may comprise any arrangement or shape or arrangement.

The assembly or device may be configured to be at least partially removed and configured such that it is not reapplied or reinserted, e.g., is not reinserted or reapplied in a fixed and / or sealed manner.

The first arrangement may comprise an extended arrangement or a longitudinally extending arrangement.

The second arrangement may comprise a shortened or compressed arrangement or a longitudinally compressed arrangement.

The first arrangement may correspond to a substantially open assembly or device arrangement.

The second arrangement may correspond to a substantially closed assembly or device arrangement

The assembly or device may include at least two relatively movable portions, elements or members. The relatively movable portions may comprise the first and / or second body portions.

The assembly or device may include a locking member or means to prevent rearrangement from the second arrangement to the first arrangement. The locking member or means may comprise a dog, and / or a latch, and / or an inter-engaging coupling arrangement, for example a bayonet fitting, and / or a key, For example, at least one of a brough key or the like.

The assembly or device may be configured to prevent reuse of the screwthread in the second arrangement. The screw may be configured to at least assist in relocating the assembly or device from the first deployment to the second deployment.

There may be multiple screws. For example, there may be a plurality of left and / or right hand screws.

The assembly or device may be configured to move the first body portion from a first position relative to the container and / or the second body portion to a second position relative to the container and / or the second body portion, And may be relocated from the first deployment to the second deployment. The assembly or device may be configured to move axially and / or rotate in a first and optionally second rotational direction to move from the first position to the second position.

The assembly or device is configured to be rotated in a first rotational direction and axially in a first axial direction during the first or first open or open phase to substantially reduce a first distance or space or separation, . The assembly or device is configured to rotate in a second rotational direction and axially move in a first axial direction to substantially reduce a second distance or space or separation during the subsequent or second open or open step .

The assembly or apparatus comprises: a first screw; Or a first binding element for binding the first screw for screwing in the first rotational direction, for example during the first or first open state or opening step. Said assembly or device. Second screw; Or a second binding element for binding the second screw for screwing in the second rotational direction, for example during the subsequent or second open state or opening step. The first and / or second binding elements may include one or more protrusions and / or depressions (e.g., pins and / or slots). The first binding element may comprise the second binding element. For example, the one or more protrusions and / or depressions may be adapted or configured to engage the first and second screws.

The assembly or device may comprise the threads and / or the binding elements. The screws and / or the fastening elements can be removed from the assembly or device, or at least partially removed.

The first and / or second distance or space or separation may comprise at least a portion of separation or distance or space between the first body portion and the container and / or the second body portion.

The first and / or second distance or space or separation may include at least a portion of separation or distance or space between the second body portion and the container and / or the first body portion.

Wherein the first and / or second distance or space or separation is defined by the modulation evidence member, the modulation and / or separation being defined by the modulation evidence member prior to unauthorized manipulation or at least partial removal of the modulation evidence member. Or at least part of the space.

According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention there is provided a container comprising a cap assembly or device of another aspect and / or a valuable or semi-valuable component and / or a collection object.

Preferably, additional closure means are provided. For example, a stopper, lid, or top (e.g., cork) is provided for subsequent closure of the container after the initial opening of the container. The additional closure means may be provided for use after removal of the closure assembly or device (e.g., after the initial opening of the closure assembly or device). Relocation of the stopper assembly or device and / or container from a first or initial placement (e.g., prior to the initial opening) to a second or subsequent placement (e.g., during or after the initial opening) The device may be unsuitable for reclosing, and / or the container may be unsuitable for reclosing by the cap assembly or device.

According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of installing or mounting a container, for example, a container or device in a liquid container or on a container or in a container.

The method may include a pre-assembly plug assembly or device within the container or on the container or prior to installing or mounting the plug assembly or device on the container.

The method may include mounting or installing a first portion of the closure assembly in the container to seal the container after the appliance is filled. Filling the container may include partially filling the container so that the entire volume of the container need not be occupied to fill back in (e.g., when the container is filled with liquid , The portion of the vessel is not filled by the liquid, for example allowing the gas portion to conform to pressure variations in the liquid and / or filling the tolerance without wasting). The container is filled (e.g., with a liquid), and then the first portion of the closure assembly is closed and sealed. The step of mounting or installing the first portion of the plug assembly may include a first mounting or mounting method. The first mounting or mounting method may include a method compatible with the contents of the container. For example, when the container is filled with food, the method of mounting or installing the first portion of the stopper assembly may include using a permissible method, such as food grade bonding adhesive or the like.

The method may include substantially completely pre-assembling the plug assembly or device. The step of substantially pre-assembling the stopper assembly or device may include the step of pre-assembling the stopper assembly or device to a pre-assembled component or member or collection object and / or a diaphragm assembly or device within the stopper assembly or device or onto the stopper assembly or device And assembling the frame or the sealing member.

The method may include the step of installing or mounting the plug assembly or device in the container or on the container or in the container substantially as a single unit. The method may include substantially completely installing or mounting the plug assembly or device substantially within the container or onto the container or to the container. The method may comprise installing or mounting the plug assembly or device in the container or on the container or in the container in substantially one step. The method may include installing or mounting the plug assembly or device in or into the container to seal or at least partially seal the container.

Alternatively, the method may comprise assembling the plug assembly or device, e.g., after fully assembling or assembling the plug assembly or device, after installing or mounting the plug assembly or device on the container or onto the container, . For example, the method may be performed in or on the container before or after mounting or mounting the one or more other portions of the plug assembly or device on or in the container, Or installing or mounting the semi-valuable component or member or collection object and / or the diaphragm or seal in the container.

According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a diaphragm, a seal or a membrane and / or a container, for example a diaphragm for mounting a diaphragm, a seal or a membrane on or in the container, Thereby providing a support member.

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

The diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane includes a diaphragm that is easy to break, and is configured to break, for example, upon first opening.

The diaphragm support member may comprise valuable or semi-precious material or objects to be collected.

The diaphragm support member may comprise an annular member, for example a ring, an elliptical ring or a polygonal annular member.

The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, membrane or seal may be configured to be spaced from the opening and / or outlet of the container and / or the plug. The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, membrane or seal may include an insertion element that may be positioned to be at least partially inserted into the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may be configured to be mounted within the fluid path or through-hole of the neck or mouth of the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be configured to be flush mounted within the fluid path or through-hole of the neck or mouth portion 12 of the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may be configured to be mounted within the depression within the passage or through-hole in the neck or mouth portion of the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be configured to be mounted upstream of the fluid outlet or outlet from the vessel and / or the cap. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be configured to be mounted axially spaced from the container outlet or outlet from the container and / or stop. The axial spacing may be directed to the base or main body or chamber of the container, for example a fluid-containing body.

The diaphragm support member and / or the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may be attached, bonded, or otherwise bonded to the vessel substantially indissolously.

The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be pre-assembled before being mounted in the container or on the container. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be configured to be mounted in the container or on the container together, and are substantially integral unit devices. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be configured to be mounted in the container or on the container together to seal the container.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a container, for example, a glass container for a fluid. The vessel may comprise a main body or chamber for receiving fluid. The container may include an opening or an opening for inserting and / or removing fluid into the main body or chamber of the container. The container may include a neck portion between the mouth or opening and the main body or chamber.

The container may include a diaphragm, a seal, or a membrane mounted within the neck portion. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be located, for example, in the middle portion, between the mouth or opening of the vessel and the main body or chamber. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted in the middle or central portion of the neck portion. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted away from the mouth or opening. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted far away from the mouth or opening. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted with a gap between the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane and the mouth or opening. The diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may form part of the plug assembly.

The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening so that the mouth or opening and the portion of the diaphragm, the seal or the neck midway portion of the membrane, . For example, after breaking the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane and opening the container for the first time, the additional stop means includes a stopper, a lid or a stopper (e.g., a cork) that subsequently closes or seals the container can do. Separating the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane from the mouth or opening may allow the additional closure means to be located on or in the mouth or opening of the container, Or permits a location that does not contact or interfere with the membrane. The additional closure means may form an additional seal or closure prior to the initial opening. The additional closure means may be located or located at least partially on or in the mouth or opening, prior to opening, or before the diaphragm, seal or membrane is broken.

The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening to impede access to the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. For example, separating the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane from the mouth or opening can be used to remove and / or disassemble the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane, for example for unauthorized manipulation or other undesired activities, Or < / RTI > substitution.

The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted spaced apart from the mouth or opening to impede access to the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. The mouth or opening may define a limited or limited aperture and thus interfere with the finger approaching the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane.

The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening so that the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane is visible through the unobscured portion of the container, And is laterally visible through the transparent or opaque portion of the container. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening, and the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be visible through at least partially transparent or translucent neck. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening so that a portion of the container (e.g., another neck) that is not transparent or translucent, or the container that is at least partially concealed or invisible The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be visible under or adjacent to a portion (e. G., Another neck portion) of the diaphragm. For example, the spacing may allow for visibility of the diaphragm, the seal or membrane, and the mouth or opening may include additional components of the lid, such as additional closure means and / or plug assemblies, Shrink-wrap, plastic wrap, wax, metal (e.g., tin or lead) capsules or the like. The neck may include upper or lower opaque or non-transparent portions spaced apart by a transparent or semi-transparent portion or window, and at least the sealing member, membrane or diaphragm and / or the support member may be in the transparent or translucent portion or window Can be provided.

The diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may be separated or spaced from the mouth or opening of the vessel, thereby providing a diaphragm, seal, or membrane that is apparently floating.

The support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane and / or the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may comprise precious or semi-precious material or a collection object and / or a metal material, for example a food grade metal material . For example, the support member may comprise food grade stainless steel. The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may comprise food grade plastic and / or metal material. For example, the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may comprise a polyethylene, for example a polyethylene coated substrate (e.g. a foil, a sheet or the like).

The diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be mounted so as not to be removed in the neck portion.

The neck portion may include a section of reduced thickness along the length of the neck between the opening or mouth and the main body or chamber. The thickness reduction may be located at an intermediate position along the length of the neck between the opening or mouth and the main body or chamber. The thickness reducing portion may correspond to the mounting at the position of the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane.

The thickness reducing portion may include a step change in thickness from an adjacent section of the neck portion. The thickness reduction portion may include a step change of reduced thickness from two adjacent sections of the neck portion (i. E., The adjacent section of the neck portion on either side of the reduced thickness portion, More axially adjacent to the body of the vessel).

The thickness reduction portion may be defined by a recess. The depressions may include an annular depression. The depressions may include internal depressions. The depression may include an external depression. The depression may include a groove.

The depressions may be configured to receive the member. The member received in the depression may comprise a substantially rigid member. The member may comprise a rigid member. The member can be mounted in the depression and is not removed from the neck. The member may comprise a ring or disc. The member may comprise a modulation evidence member and / or a collection object and / or valuable or semi-valuable material.

The member may include an inner member, for example, an internally-mounted member. The built-in member may include a larger outer profile than the inner profile of the container. The outer profile of the member may be larger, i. E. Defining a larger cross-sectional dimension relative to the cross-sectional dimension of the container, the cross-section being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the neck portion of the container. The outer profile of the member may include an outer diameter. The inner profile of the container may include an inner diameter. The inner profile of the container may be defined by adjacent sections of the neck portion. The container may include a plurality of internal profiles that define a smaller profile than the member. The member may comprise an outer member and may comprise, for example, an externally-mounted member. The member may comprise a collar or sleeve.

Providing this neck portion may allow entry of a substantially rigid or rigid member, which may be difficult or at least difficult to mount in a rigid or substantially rigid container, such as a glass container. For example, it may not be possible to insert a rigid member of a larger profile into or through a smaller mouth or opening or neck portion to place the rigid member in the intermediate portion of the neck. Similarly, in order to place the rigid member in the intermediate section of the neck, in the case of a neck or mouth or opening comprising a larger outer profile, for example an outwardly extending flange, a larger mouth or opening or It may not be possible to mount a rigid member of a smaller profile on the neck portion.

The member can be mounted before a portion of the container is formed or mounted or attached, and the portion of the container on which it is mounted or attached at least partially defines the mouth or opening. The member may include or be included in the first portion of the closure assembly or device. The portion of the container to be mounted or attached may include a second portion of the closure assembly or device or may be included in the second portion. At least a portion of the member may be interposed between two portions of the container. At least a portion of the member may be axially interposed between two portions of the container, for example, two adjacent wall portions of the glass container.

The visceral member may include a support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. The support member for the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane may include a grommet, an eyelet, a ring, or the like.

The support member for the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane includes an upper hole or opening configured to be further spaced from the body of the container as compared to a lower hole or opening configured to be closer to the body of the container. The upper hole may be smaller than the lower hole, and may have a smaller diameter, for example. The upper hole may be defined by the upper annular portion of the support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. The seal, membrane or diaphragm may be mounted below the upper annular portion of the support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. The seal, membrane or diaphragm may be mounted, attached or formed on the support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane such that the seal, membrane or diaphragm, when mounted on the container , And is not removed from the support member for the seal, membrane or diaphragm.

The support member of the seal, membrane or diaphragm may be mounted to the vessel such that when the seal or diaphragm is mounted in the vessel, the support for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane, At least in the lower part. For example, if the support member for the diaphragm, the seal, or the membrane is not transparent or opaque, a portion of the seal or diaphragm may be positioned in the diaphragm, Or the support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane may be dimensioned to allow the support member for the membrane to be visible. Thus, the seal or diaphragm may be visible when it is opened, broken, or broken, for example, to allow a previous opening or tampering to be indicated. Positioning the seal or diaphragm on the body side of the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane may prevent removal of the seal or diaphragm through the mouth or opening of the vessel And may interfere with replacing the seal or diaphragm inserted through the mouth or opening of the container with a replacement seal or diaphragm or weft seal or diaphragm.

The container may comprise a plurality of members. The container may include a built-in member and an exterior member. The container may include a plurality of built-in members. The container may comprise a plurality of sheathing members.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention there is provided a container for a container, for example a glass container (e.g. a glass bottle for alcoholic beverages such as premium spirits, liquor, whiskey or Scotch whiskey or the like) As shown in Fig.

The method may include, for example, placing the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane between the middle portion, the mouth or opening and the main body or chamber of the vessel. The method may include mounting a seal or diaphragm at an intermediate position within the neck of the container.

The method may include, for example, mounting or installing a first portion of the plug assembly of the container to seal the container, after the container is filled. Filling the container may include partially filling the container, and the entire volume of the container may not need to be occupied to fill back in (e.g., when the container is filled with liquid, The portion of the vessel is not filled by the liquid, for example allowing the gas portion to conform to pressure variations in the liquid and / or filling the tolerance without wasting). The first portion of the closure assembly may include the seal or diaphragm that seals the vessel. The first portion of the vessel may comprise a support member for the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane. The container may be filled (e.g., with a liquid) and then sealed with the first portion of the closure assembly. The step of mounting or installing the first portion of the plug assembly may include a first mounting or mounting method. The first mounting or mounting method may include a method that is compatible with the contents of the container. For example, if the container is filled with food, the method of mounting or mounting the first portion of the plug assembly may include using a permissible method, such as a food grade bonding adhesive or the like .

The method may include coupling similar materials. For example, the second portion of the closure assembly may include similar materials to the container. For example, if the container is a glass container, the second portion may comprise a glass portion. The second portion may comprise a portion coupled to, or mounted on or installed in, the container, thereby forming a substantially continuous or uniform container.

The second portion may protect or reinforce the first portion. The second portion may substantially prevent access to the first portion from the container and may selectively prevent removal of the first portion.

Before engaging, mounting or installing the second portion of the closure assembly onto the container, the method may include assembling the outer member onto the container. The closure assembly may include the outer member, e.g., a sleeve or collar or decorative member, to conceal the connection or seam between the container and the second portion of the closure assembly. After the second portion of the plug assembly is engaged, mounted or installed, the outer member can be assembled such that the outer member is not removed from the container. The second portion of the closure assembly may include a larger outer profile section, e.g., an extension, an outer projection or flange, such that after the second portion of the closure assembly is engaged, mounted or installed, The outer member is not removed and / or inserted over the neck portion. For example, the outer member is assembled onto the container before the second portion of the plug assembly is engaged, mounted, or installed is merely exemplary.

The method may include the step of axially moving, e.g. sliding, the outer member along the neck portion after the second portion of the plug assembly is engaged, mounted or installed in the container . The outer member may be axially movable along the neck portion to cover at least a portion of a connection or joint between the second portion of the plug assembly and the container.

To cover at least a portion of the connection or seam between the second portion of the plug assembly and the container, the method may include securing the outer member to the neck portion after movement of the outer member.

The method may include assembling the plurality of outer members prior to engaging, mounting or installing the second portion of the plug assembly to the container. For example, the upper and lower outer collar may be assembled, for example to cover or hide the upper and lower seams or connections. For example, the second portion of the closure assembly may be formed with a connecting portion or a seam portion, and they are preferably concealed.

The method may include engaging, mounting or installing the second portion of the closure assembly to the container so that the second portion of the closure assembly is not removed from the container. The method may include bonding, adhering, or welding the second portion of the closure assembly to the container. The container can be sealed by the first portion of the closure assembly so that the second portion of the closure assembly can be coupled, mounted or installed in the first portion of the closure assembly in an alternative manner . For example, if the container is filled with food and the container is sealed by the attachment of the permitted food grade method to the first portion of the plug assembly, the second portion of the plug assembly is not allowed Mounted, or installed using a combination of the two. The method may include ultraviolet bonding the glass second portion of the closure assembly to a glass container.

The method may include providing an annular bond or join between the second portion of the plug assembly and the receptacle on an axial length of the neck portion. The second portion of the closure assembly may include an outer sleeve member such that the first portion of the closure assembly is mounted on the neck of the container of small diameter on which the first portion is mounted.

According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of opening a container, for example, a container for a liquid.

The method may comprise opening a glass bottle, for example a glass bottle for a premium distillate, for example Scotch whiskey.

The method can include, for example, breaking, breaking, or puncturing the intermediate portion, the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane located between the mouth or opening of the vessel and the main body or chamber of the vessel . The method may include breaking, breaking, or puncturing the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane at an intermediate position within the neck of the container

The method may include not removing the diaphragm, the seal or the membrane from the neck portion.

The method may include breaking, breaking, or puncturing the diaphragm, seal or membrane using an elongate member. The elongate member may disparate from the container and may be provided separately and / or packaged, for example. The extension member may include a handle and a blade. The elongate member may include an elongate member, for example a sgian dubh, a knife, a dagger or the like. The elongate member may comprise a collection object or valuable or semi-valuable material. The method may further include removing additional closure means from the mouth or opening of the container, such as a cork or stopper, prior to breaking, breaking, or puncturing the diaphragm, the seal or membrane using the extension member And may further comprise a preceding step.

The method may further comprise the step of applying to the mouth or opening the additional closure means, such as to dislodge, break or puncture the diaphragm, seal or membrane using the extension member, For example, a cork or a stopper.

According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention there is provided a container and a stopper assembly and / or a seal, diaphragm or membrane and / or a semi-precious, precious or collective object member according to other aspects, A diaphragm or an extension member for breaking the membrane.

The elongate member may be provided in a heterogeneous kit with the container. The extension member may be disconnected from the container.

The kit may include additional closure means and the additional closure means is added to the closure. The additional closure means may be located at least partially within the mouth or opening of the container, for example, in the kit prior to breaking the seal. The additional closure means can be located completely within the mouth or opening of the container, for example, before breaking the seal. Alternatively, the additional sealing means may be located within the kit separate from the container.

The kit may include packaging. The package may comprise a box, for example a presentation box. The kit may be placed in the package for storage and / or transportation and / or for display and / or sale, for example. have.

According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a glass container for a glass container, such as an alcoholic beverage (e.g., spirits or liquor, such as a premium distiller, sake, whiskey or Scotch whiskey or the like And sealing the glass bottle. The closure assembly may include a first portion sealing the closed container. The closure assembly may include a second portion that protects or reinforces the first portion. The second portion may substantially prevent access to the first portion from the container and may selectively prevent removal of the first portion. The second portion may comprise a glass portion coupled to or mounted on the glass container, thereby forming a substantially continuous or uniform glass container. The second portion of the closure assembly may include an outer sleeve member for mounting on a neck portion of the container of smaller diameter on which the first portion of the closure assembly is mounted.

The second portion of the stopper assembly may define a portion of the glass neck of the container. The second portion of the closure assembly may define the glass mouth or opening of the container.

The closure assembly may include a sleeve or a collar or a decorative member for concealing the connection between the glass container and the second portion of the closure assembly.

According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of manufacturing a glass bottle, for example, a glass bottle for an alcoholic beverage (for example, a distiller or a liquid, such as a premium distiller, a liquid, a whiskey or a Scotch whiskey or the like) . ≪ / RTI > The method may include providing a depression of the neck, mouth or opening of the glass container. The depression portion may be provided in an intermediate partial section of the neck portion of the container. The depressed portion may comprise a portion of reduced thickness of the glass. The depressed portion may include a reduced thickness of glass such that the outer surface of the container is substantially flushed. For example, the depressed portion may include an inner groove.

The method may include mounting a glass sleeve to form a neck portion and a mouth or a portion of the opening of the glass container. The glass sleeve may include a step change in the inner diameter so that the method further comprises the step of forming a recess in the neck portion between the portion of the glass container to which the glass sleeve is attached and the glass sleeve, And mounting the glass sleeve. The lower portion of the glass sleeve may have a larger inner diameter relative to the upper portion of the glass sleeve to define the step variation within the inner diameter. The method may include mounting a lower portion of the glass sleeve on a portion of the container having an outer diameter that is less than the diameter of the lower portion. The method may include inserting the lower portion on a portion of the container for a limited length that moves in an axial direction and the moving limited length is smaller than the physical length of the lower portion. The method thus includes a step change in the inner diameter between the upper and lower portions of the adjacent glass sleeve and the annular depression is defined between the portion of the container and the upper portion of the glass sleeve .

The method may include inserting the glass sleeve to provide neck and mouth or opening to the container. The mounted glass sleeve may comprise a flange, for example the outermost lip or the like. The flange may include, for example, an upper portion of the sleeve that is spaced from the main body portion of the container. The flange may comprise or comprise a reinforcement of the inner sleeve member of the container.

The method may include ultraviolet bonding the glass sleeve to the container. The method may include lap-joining. The method may include butt-joining.

The method may include pre-dimensioning the portion of the container receiving the sleeve. For example, the method may include cutting or milling or polishing the neck portion of the container to define, for example, a lower inner sleeve member, and the lower inner sleeve of the neck of the container may be attached to the neck The glass sleeve is received to define the remaining portion of the portion.

The method may include the step of mounting, positioning or installing the member in the recessed portion or in the recessed portion before installing or mounting the sleeve member.

The present invention may include one or more corresponding aspects, embodiments, or features, either alone or in various combinations, even if the same is not explicitly stated or combined (including those disclosed in the claims) or individually. For example, features optionally addressed with respect to the first aspect may additionally be applied to other aspects, even though the various combinations and variations are not intended to be clear or non-essential.

Additionally, corresponding means for implementing one or more of the described features are encompassed within the disclosure.

One or more embodiments / aspects may be useful for sealing or opening a cap or container.

The foregoing description is illustrative and not restrictive.

In this specification, the meaning of "comprising" is intended to include at least "comprise," " comprise essentially, " For example, if the device is a " first body part ", the device has a first body part (also optionally other elements), the device has a first body part, "Constituted by the first body part ", and the like. All variations of the respective designations of "comprises" for simplicity are not described herein.

These and other aspects of the invention will now be described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figure 1 is a sectional view of a stopper assembly or apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention, and is the first, first or closed arrangement used on a container.
Figure 2 is an exploded view of the closure assembly or device of Figure 1;
Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of the stopper assembly or device of Figure 1 showing a first body portion within a first intermediate portion position;
Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of the stopper assembly or device of Figure 1 showing the first body portion within the second intermediate portion position.
Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of the stopper assembly or device of Figure 1 showing a first body portion within a third intermediate portion position;
FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of the stopper assembly or device of FIG. 1 showing the stopper assembly or device in a second or open configuration, wherein the stopper assembly or device has been substantially removed.
FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of the closure assembly or device of FIG. 1, showing the closure assembly or device before or during mounting on or mounting to the container.
Figure 8 shows an arrangement of parts shown in a cross-sectional view of a container with a stopper assembly or device according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a cross-sectional deployment assembly view of a container having a closure assembly showing selected components of the embodiment of Figure 8;
Figure 10 shows the container and closure assembly of Figure 9 and shows a first part of the closure assembly assembled with the filled container before being mounted.
FIG. 11 illustrates the container and closure assembly of FIG. 9, showing the container, a first portion of the closure assembly mounted on a portion of the container to seal contents therein, and a second portion of the closure assembly And a second portion.
Figure 12 shows the container and closure assembly of Figure 9, showing the filled container and the second portion of the closure assembly mounted on a portion of the container, and thus having a first portion of the closure assembly To form a container.
Figure 13 is a second cross-sectional deployment assembly view of the container including a stop assembly having selected components of the embodiment of Figure 8;
Figure 14 is a cross-sectional view of the container and closure assembly of Figure 13 showing a first portion of the closure assembly mounted on a portion of the container and a second portion of the closure assembly prior to loading, External colors.
FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view of the container and closure assembly of FIG. 13, showing a packed container, a first portion of the closure assembly mounted on a portion of the container to seal contents therein, And thus forms a container having a first portion of the plug assembly coupled thereto and two collars assembled on the neck portion of the container.
Figure 16 is a cross-sectional view of the container and closure assembly of Figure 13 showing a filled container and a second portion of the closure assembly mounted on the container and thus a first portion of the closure assembly coupled thereto, In order to conceal the seam or connection between the second portion of the plug assembly and the portion of the container, a container having a lower collar of the two collar
Figure 17 is a side view of the container of Figure 16 with the additional closure means reversing the container to indicate the sealing of the first portion of the closure assembly.
Figure 18 is a detailed side view of the closure assembly of Figure 17;
FIG. 19 is a side view of a kit including the container of FIG. 16, an additional closure means and an extension member for opening, and the container is packaged.
Figure 20 is a side view of the container of Figure 19, wherein the extension member is inserted into the mouth to initially open the container.
Figure 21 is a cross-sectional view of the open container of Figure 20 tilted to follow the contents of the container.
Figure 22 is a side view of the open container of Figure 20 with additional closure means inserted therein.
Figure 23 is a detailed side view of the closure assembly of the container of Figure 22 showing a broken seal or diaphragm of the closure assembly.

1 and 2, a stopper assembly or device 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention is shown. The stopper assembly or device 10 is configured to apply to the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14 (partially shown), e.g., the container 14 for liquid. The assembly or device 10 includes a first body portion 16. The assembly or device 10 includes a modulated evidence member 18 configured to be positioned for use substantially between the first body portion 16 and the liquid container 14. The modulation proof member 18 may be positioned relative to the container 14 and / or relative to the second body portion 20 relative to the first body portion 16 prior to the first opening of the stopper assembly or device 10. [ In order to maintain the position or space in the housing.

With this arrangement, the modulation proof member 18 functions as a structural part of the stopper assembly or device 10 (before it is removed).

The modulation proof member 18 includes a clip band. A modulation proof member 18 extends circumferentially around at least a portion of the closure assembly or device 10 and at least a portion of the container 14.

In the illustrated embodiment, the modulated evidence member 18 is configured to be movable between a first position relative to the first body portion 16 and a second position relative to the first body portion 16 when the load, e.g., an axial load, Is configured to maintain a longitudinal or axial position of the first body portion (16) relative to the portion (20).

The modulation proof member 18 is configured to at least partially absorb or transmit an impact load applied to the first body portion 16. The modulation proof member 18 prevents movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 prior to the first opening of the stopper assembly or device 10 Or prevent the occurrence of a disease. For example, the modulation proof member 18 may be disposed on the first and second body portions 20 and / or 20 so as to face the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 and / or away from the container 14 and / So as to prevent or prevent movement of the body portion 16.

The first body portion 16 includes a cap having a first cylindrical member or a first sleeve member. The second body portion 20 includes a second cylindrical member or a second sleeve member. The modulation proof member 18 comprises a structural member. The modulation proof member 18 includes a substantially rigid member and is configured to provide stiffness, e.g., axial or longitudinal stiffness, to the closure assembly or device 10. [ The modulation evidence member 18 includes an access tab. In the illustrated embodiment, the modulation proof member 18 comprises a ring member spacer; In the second configuration of the illustrated embodiment, breakage is easy and can be eliminated. In other embodiments, the modulation evidence member may be partially removed in the second configuration. (E.g., remaining at least partially attached to the stopper assembly device and / or container)

The modulation proof member 18 is attached to the first and second body portions 16,20. In the illustrated embodiment, the modulation proof member 18 is attached to both first and second circumferential ends of the first and second body portions 16,20, respectively.

In the illustrated embodiment, the modulation proof member 18 includes various strengths, various stiffnesses, various cross-sectional areas, and various thicknesses. The modulation proof member 18 may have various strength and / or stiffness and / or cross-sectional areas and / or thicknesses along the circumference of, for example, the modulation proof member 18 along its length (e.g. along the circumferential length) . In the illustrated embodiment, the modulation evidence member 18 includes a thick portion 22 and a thin portion 24. [

The modulation proof member 18 includes a single or unique means for positioning or locating the first body portion 16 relative to the container 12 and / or the second body portion 20 prior to opening. do.

The stopper assembly or device 10 includes biasing means 26 for biasing the first body portion 16, for example, in a first position. In the illustrated embodiment, the biasing means 26 comprises a helical or coil spring.

The stopper assembly or device 10 may include means 28 for cutting, perforating, penetrating, removing, or replacing the diaphragm or seal 30.

In the illustrated embodiment, the closure assembly or device 10 includes a precious or semi-precious component or member or a collectible 32. A precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 is operably coupled to the diaphragm, seal or membrane 30 to provide a sealed assembly 27.

Precious or semi-precious components or elements or collection objects 32 are configured to be provided to the vessel 14 with a high recycled value relative to the reuse value after initial opening or after use. In this way, counterfeiting using the authentic container 14 is alleviated.

The precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 is configured to be attached or fixed to the container 14 and to remove or remove precious or semi-precious components or members or collection objects 32 from the container 14 Or separation substantially prevents the reuse of the container 14. [ Precious or semi-precious components or elements or objects 32 to be collected are attached to container 14 inseparably. Precious or semi-precious components or members or collection objects 32 are permanently bonded to the container 14. Precious or semi-precious components or members or objects of collection 32 are welded or fused to the container 14. In other embodiments, precious or semi-precious components or members or collection objects 32 are bonded to the container 14. Alternatively, a precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 includes a coating, or an insert or attachment, to the container 14 and / or the plug assembly or device 10. [

Precious or semi-precious components or members or objects of collection 32 are configured to be provided to the container 14 with a high recycled value relative to the reuse value after first opening or after use. A valuable or semi-valuable member or component or collection object 32 has a relatively high value relative to the container 14 or to the remaining portion of the container 14 or to other materials of the container 14 .

The precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 is attached to the container 14 and removal or separation of the precious or semi-valuable component or member or collection object 32 from the container 14 The reuse of the container 14 can be substantially prevented.

In the illustrated embodiment, the container 14 may comprise a bottle and may include, for example, a glass bottle, for example, an alcoholic beverage bottle. (For example, the alcoholic beverage includes distillate or liquid, such as a premium distillate, liquid, whiskey or Scotch whiskey or the like). Precious or semi-precious components or elements or objects 32 are provided in or on the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14. The mouth or neck portion 12 is, for example, cylindrical inside or outside.

Precious or semi-precious components or members or objects 32 to be collected include rings, discs or annular members. In the illustrated embodiment, the precious component or member or collection object 32 comprises a gold ring. In other embodiments, precious or semi-precious components or elements or objects 32 may be made of other precious or semi-precious materials, such as precious or semi-precious stones or precious metals or valuable metals, Platinum or the like, or alloys, mixtures or derivatives thereof; And / or semi-precious metals such as brass, white lead, steel, nickel or the like, or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives.

In other embodiments, a valuable or semi-valuable component or member or collection object 32 is made of an unusual precious or semi-precious material, such as, for example, plastic, (32) derives value or value from a non-material point of view. For example, the object to be collected may include a limited quantity, such as a limited shape, color, or the like. In some embodiments, a valuable or semi-valuable member or component or collection object 32 is made of or comprises plastic or polymer. (Included as an additive in, for example, a master batch for the production of plastic goods or crafts, for example PET containers or the like)

In the illustrated embodiment, a valuable or semi-valuable component or member or collection object 32 includes a diaphragm support member. A precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 and diaphragm or encapsulant 30 are configured to be spaced from the openings or outlets of the container and the stopper. A precious or semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 and the diaphragm or seal 30 may include an insert element that may be positioned to be at least partially inserted into the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14 Include; And is configured to be flush mounted within the fluid path or through-hole of the container neck or mouth portion 12. A precious or semi-valuable component or member or collection object 32 and a diaphragm or seal 30 are configured to be mounted downstream of the fluid outlet or outlet of the vessel 14, Is axially spaced at the discharge from the vessel (14) towards the base or main body or chamber.

Precious or semi-precious components or elements or objects 32 to be collected are attached to the container 14 and valuable or semi-valuable components or elements or objects 32 to be collected are only contained in the container 14 Can be removed or separated from the container 14 so that the container 14 can not be substantially reused

Precious or semi-precious components or members or objects to be collected 32 include a diaphragm or seal 30 that is easy to break, and are configured to break upon first opening.

The first body portion 16 may be configured to be rotated or rotated in a first direction (e.g., clockwise) during a first or first open or open phase, and may also be configured to be rotated or rotated during a subsequent or second open or open phase And may be configured to rotate or rotate in a second or opposite direction (e. G., Counterclockwise). The opening includes the initial or first opening of the vessel 14.

The first body portion 16 may move axially relative to the second body portion 20 and / or the container 14 for the initial opening of the stopper assembly or device 10 or the container 14. The first or first open state or open step and / or the subsequent or second open state or open step may be used to open the container 14 and / or the second body < RTI ID = 0.0 > Includes an axial movement of the first body portion (16) relative to the portion (20). The first or first open state or opening step comprises a first axial movement. The subsequent or second open state or opening step comprises a second or additional axial movement.

The axial movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 is performed in the same direction along the same first axis 16 for the initial opening of the assembly or device 10 or the container 14. [ Direction. The axial movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 is sufficient to allow for the initial opening of the container 14 or device 10 or container 14, Lt; / RTI >

The second body portion 20 may be axially closer to the container 14 than the first body portion 16 during use. The container 14 defines a first axial direction from the mouth or neck portion 12 toward the base or main body portion or chamber (not shown) of the container 14. The container 14 may define a second axial direction from the base or main body or chamber of the container 14 towards the mouth or neck portion 12. [ The second body portion 20 may be axially closer to the base or main body portion or chamber of the vessel 14 than the first body portion 16 during use.

In use, the first body portion 16 of the stopper assembly or device 10 is inserted into the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20, as shown in Figures 1, 3 and 4, And the first body portion 16 is rotated in the first direction relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 so that the first body portion 16 can be rotated in the container < RTI ID = 0.0 > Towards the first body portion 14 and / or the second body portion 20, the container is opened. The force is applied axially toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 and the first body portion 16 of the stopper assembly or device 10 The first body portion 16 is advanced toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 by rotating in a second direction relative to the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20 . Accordingly, the first body portion 16 advances axially toward the container 14 and / or the second body portion 20, as shown in the sequence shown in FIGS. It should be understood that the deflection means 26 shown in Figures 3 to 6 are omitted for simplicity (but are present in this embodiment).

In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly or device 10 includes at least two relatively movable parts, elements or members. The relatively movable portions include first and / or second body portions 16,20.

The assembly or apparatus 10 is configured to prevent reuse of the screws in the second arrangement. The screw may be configured to at least assist in relocating the assembly or device 10 from the first arrangement to the second arrangement. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly or device 10 comprises said screw. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly or apparatus 10 comprises: a first screw; And a first binding element for binding the first screw for screwing in the first rotational direction, for example during the first or first open state or opening step. The assembly or device (10) comprises: a second screw; And a second binding element for binding the second screw for screwing in the second rotational direction, for example during the subsequent or second open state or opening step. The first and second binding elements include protrusions. The screws may be removed from the assembly or device 10, or at least partially removed.

The assembly or device 10 is configured to move the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20 from a first position relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20, To the second position, from the first arrangement to the second arrangement. The assembly or device 10 is configured to move in the axial direction and rotate in the first rotational direction to move from the first position to the second position and then to move in the axial direction and rotate in the second rotational direction .

The assembly or device 10 is rotated in the first rotational direction and during the first or first open or open phase so as to substantially reduce the first distance or space or separation, . The assembly or device 10 is rotated in the second rotational direction and during the subsequent or second open or open step to substantially reduce the second distance or space or separation, .

The second distance or space or separation includes at least a portion of separation or distance or space between the second body portion 20 and the vessel 14.

The first distance or space or separation is defined by a modulation evidence member 18 that is defined by the modulation evidence member 18 prior to unintentional manipulation or at least partial removal of the modulation proof member 18, Distance or at least part of the space.

The assembly or device 10 may be relocated between a first arrangement corresponding to a closed arrangement as shown in Fig. 1 and a second arrangement corresponding to an open arrangement as shown in Fig. The assembly or device 10 is not relocated from the second arrangement to the first arrangement. The closure assembly or device 10 is unsuitable for reclosing. The closure assembly or device 10 is configured to be removed or at least partially removed from the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14 after the second open or open step. The first and second body portions are removed from the mouth or neck portion (12) of the container (14) in the second axial direction after the second open or open step. The second axial direction is substantially opposite to the first axial direction.

The first arrangement comprises an extended arrangement or a longitudinal extension arrangement. The second arrangement includes a compression arrangement or a longitudinal extension arrangement. The first arrangement corresponds to the arrangement of the substantially open assembly or device (10). The second arrangement corresponds to a substantially closed assembly or arrangement of devices (10).

The assembly or device (10) includes a locking member or means (34) for preventing rearrangement from said second arrangement to said first arrangement. In the illustrated embodiment, the locking member or means 32 may comprise a mutual coupling arrangement, for example a bayonet connection, a brook key, and a left hand screw. The screw is configured to at least assist in repositioning the assembly or device (10) from the first configuration to the second configuration. However, the assembly or device 10 is configured to prevent reuse of the screw in the second configuration. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly or device includes the screw (provided on the second body portion 20 and on the locking member or means 32). The screw can be removed entirely together with the stopper assembly or device 20.

The closure assembly or device 10 includes a detachable connection 35 that at least partially separates at least a portion or a substantial portion of the closure assembly or device 10 from the container 14. The detachable connection 35 includes a detachable connection 35, Includes one connection part. The detachable connection 35 is located, disposed, or present inside. In the illustrated embodiment, the detachable connection 35 is obscured, protected, or invisible from approach, field of view, contact by portions of the container 14. Accordingly, the detachable connection 35 is obscured, protected, or invisible from accidental detachment, damage (e.g., shipping damage) or unintentional access (e. G., Unauthorized operation). The detachable connection 35 may be located within the intended path or fluid path of the contents of the container 14. Detachable connection 35 is located in or within the neck or mouth portion of the container 14. The closure assembly or device 10 is configured to separate the detachable connection 35 during the subsequent or second open or open phase of the initial opening of the container 14. [

As shown in Fig. 6, after the opening, additional closure means 36 for closing the container 14 is provided. For example, after the initial opening of the container 14, a stopper, lid or stopper (e.g., cork) is used for subsequent closure of the container 14. The additional closure means 34 is provided for use after removal of the closure assembly or device 10 (e.g., after the initial opening of the closure assembly or device 10). Relocation of the stopper assembly or device 10 and / or container 14 from a first or initial placement (e.g., prior to the initial opening) to a second or subsequent placement (e.g., during or after the initial opening) The closure assembly or device is not suitable for reclosure of the container 10. In other embodiments, such relocation may additionally or alternatively make the container unsuitable for reclosing by the closure assembly or device 10. In other embodiments, the stopper assembly or device includes means for receiving at least a portion of the stopper assembly or device, for example, on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

FIG. 7 illustrates a cap assembly or device 10 prior to mounting or mounting the cap assembly or device 10 on or in the container 14. In the illustrated embodiment, the plug assembly or device 10 is substantially fully pre-assembled. In the illustrated embodiment, the pre-assembly includes a semi-precious component or member or collection object 32 and a diaphragm or seal 30. Thus, substantially the entire plug assembly or installation of the device 10 is used to seal the container 14. In other embodiments, the stopper assembly or device may be assembled after installing or mounting at least a portion of the stopper assembly or device in the container or on the container or in the container. For example, the semi-precious component or member or collection object and / or the diaphragm or seal may be positioned within the container, or on the container, prior to installation or loading of the remaining portion of the plug assembly or device And can be installed or mounted in the container.

Referring to FIG. 8, an arrangement of parts is shown in a cross-sectional view forming a container 114 having a stopper assembly or device 110 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. The container 114 and closure assembly of FIG. 8 are generally similar to those shown in FIG. 1, and similar components are labeled with an increase in the number 100. Accordingly, the container 114 includes a neck portion 112, and the stopper assembly or device 110 of FIG. 8 includes a diaphragm or seal 130. FIG.

In the illustrated embodiment, the container 114 is illustratively a glass container for a fluid, such as an alcoholic beverage (e.g., a premium distillate or liquid, such as a whiskey or Scotch whiskey). The container 114 includes a main body or chamber 113 containing a fluid.

The closure assembly or device 110 includes a first portion having a seal or diaphragm 130 and a support member 132 for the seal or membrane or diaphragm 130 to seal the seal or diaphragm 130 130 in the form of a grommet. Here, the first part is shown in a plan view and in a cross-sectional view for clarity. However, only one first portion can be shown. Here, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 includes a semi-precious material in the form of a material, for example a food grade stainless steel. Here, the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 includes a food grade seal in the form of a food grade polyethylene-coated foil or sheet substrate.

The support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 may be configured to receive the body or chamber 113 of the vessel 114 as compared to a lower hole or opening 133 configured to be further adjacent the body or chamber 113 of the vessel 114. [ Or an upper hole or opening 131 configured to be further separated from the chamber 113. The upper hole 131 has a smaller diameter than the lower hole 133. The upper hole 131 is defined by the upper annular portion of the sealing member, the membrane or the support member 132 for the diaphragm 130. 10, a sealing member or diaphragm 130 may be formed on the upper annular portion of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130, to provide a seal assembly 133. [ And is mounted on the lower side. As shown in FIG. 12, in the illustrated embodiment, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 constitutes a built-in member.

The closure assembly or device 110 further includes a second portion and includes two tubular portions 140,142 of the sleeve defining a mouth portion or opening 115 of the container 114 and forming a portion of the neck portion 112, 142 < / RTI >

In addition, the configuration shown in Figure 5 includes two outer members 150, 152 in the form of two ring-shaped collar (s) mounted externally. The particular outer members 150, 152 shown are selectively carved or decorated to include collection objects in the form of silver or silver-plated rings. Additionally, the additional closure means 160 is shown in the form of a cork or stopper.

Referring to Figure 9, there is shown a cross-sectional exploded view of a container 114 having a stopper assembly or device 110 having selected portions of the embodiment of Figure 8 and showing the original mouth or opening 115 of the container 114 The canister 114 may be dimensioned first by the cannula. Additionally, the material can be removed from the exterior surface of neck portion 112 that remains to provide a reduced thickness and reduced external diameter of the remaining neck portion 112. The lower inner sleeve member 112I of the neck portion 112 of the container 114 is defined to receive the second portion of the stopper assembly or device 110 so as to define the remaining portion of the neck portion 112 . Also, the outer shoulder 144 is created in the direction of the body or chamber 113 of the vessel 114.

Referring to Figure 10, the container and closure assembly of Figure 9 is shown and before being mounted, the container 114 is filled with liquid 117 and the first portion of the closure assembly or device 110 is assembled . Filling the container 114 may include partially filling the container 114 so that the entire volume of the container 114 may not need to be occupied to fill back later (e.g., 114 are not filled by the liquid, for example allowing the gas portion to conform to a pressure change in the liquid and / or filling the tolerance without being wasted). The support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is configured to seal the liquid 117 in the body or chamber 113 of the vessel 114, It is combined with an obvious or provisional mouth. In the illustrated embodiment, it may be embodied as a food grade adhesive suitable for long term contact with alcoholic beverages and may include a seal or diaphragm 130 and a support member for the seal or membrane or diaphragm 130 Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > 132 < / RTI > Accordingly, the container 114 is filled and then sealed with the first portion of the stopper assembly or device 110.

Figure 11 shows the second portion 143 of the plug assembly assembled from the two tubular portions 140 and 142 before being mounted on the inner sleeve member 112I of the container 114 to form the neck portion 112. [ Lt; / RTI > Here, the two tubular sections 140, 142 are glass and ultraviolet (UV) bonded together to form a substantially uniform sleeve with the upper outer flange 145 and the lower end of the reduced thickness.

Each of the other diameters and lengths of the tubular portions 140, 142 result in a step change in inner diameter. In particular, the outer tubular portion 140 defines a lower portion of the sleeve 143 having a relatively larger inner diameter at the upper portion of the sleeve 143 defined by the tubular portion 142. 12, the first portion 129 of the stopper assembly or device 110 is positioned within the interior of the container 114, as shown in FIG. 12, when the second portion 143 is mounted on the inner sleeve member 112I. Is axially interposed between the sleeve member 112I and the second portion 143 of the closure assembly or device 110. [ In particular, the inner annular depression 147 is located between the lower sleeve member 112I of the container 114 and the inner tubular portion 142 of the second portion 143 of the closure assembly or device 110, .

The second portion 143 of the stopper assembly or device 110 is axially spaced a length of deformation defined by the abutment of the outer tubular portion 140 with the shoulder 144 on the lower sleeve 112I Lt; / RTI > The deformation length corresponds to the length of the lower neck portion 112I and is smaller than the length of the reduced thickness portion (corresponding to the lower portion of the second portion 143, and without the inner tubular portion 142) And a depression 147 are formed.

The container 114 is sealed by the first portion 129 of the stopper assembly or device 110 such that the second portion 143 of the stopper assembly or device 110 is in contact with the first portion 129 of the stopper assembly or device 110, Or may be incorporated, mounted, or installed in an alternative manner to the base station 129. Here, the container 114 is filled with food, and the container 114 is sealed by a permitted food grade method attached to the first portion 129 of the stopper assembly or device 110, and the stopper assembly or device 110 may be combined, mounted, or installed in an unacceptable manner.

The second portion 143 overlaps the lower sleeve member 112I and is ultraviolet bonded using an annular lap connection so that the first portion 129 of the stopper assembly 110, (114). The container 114 is thus substantially uniform and continuous and includes a mouth or opening 115 for removing liquid 117 from the main body or chamber 113 of the provided container 114, 112 extend between the mouth or opening 115 and the main body or chamber 113.

The second portion 143 of the stopper assembly or device 110 is coupled into the container 114 and the second portion 143 of the stopper assembly or device 110 forms a mating portion and is removed from the container 114 It does not. The second portion 143 protects or reinforces the first portion 129. The second portion 143 substantially prevents the first portion 129 from being accessed and removed from the container 114.

The container 114 includes a seal or diaphragm 130 mounted in the middle portion section 165 of the neck portion 112 as shown in the assembled container 114 in FIG. The seal or diaphragm 130 is mounted spaced apart from the mouth or opening 115 and has a gap between the seal or diaphragm 130 and the mouth or opening 115. The seal or diaphragm 130 is separate or spaced from the mouth or opening and prevents access to the seal or diaphragm 130. For example, separating the seal or diaphragm 130 from the mouth or opening may facilitate removal and / or removal of the seal or diaphragm 130, for example or for tampering or other undesired activities, Or replacement can be prevented.

The seal or diaphragm 130 is mounted away from the mouth or opening 115 and obstructs access to the seal or diaphragm 130. The mouth or opening 115 defines a limited or limited aperture, thereby interfering with the finger approaching the seal or diaphragm 130.

The seal or diaphragm 130 is mounted spaced apart from the mouth or opening 115 such that the seal or diaphragm 130 is at least partially The seal or diaphragm 130 is visible through the transparent or translucent neck. Here, the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is visible through the transparent window in the neck, extending above and below the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130. The seal, membrane or diaphragm 130, when sealed, is visible within the window when it is opened, broken or broken. The seal or diaphragm 130 provides a seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 that is separated or spaced from the mouth or opening 115 of the vessel and floats.

The neck portion 112 includes a section of reduced thickness along the length of the neck portion 112 between the opening or mouth 115 and the main body or chamber 113. The reduced thickness section is located in the intermediate section 165 along the length of the neck section 112 between the opening or mouth 115 and the main body or chamber 113. The reduced thickness compartments may be provided with an inner depression 147 and a seal or diaphragm 130 and a support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130, Corresponds to the mounting position of the first portion 129.

The reduced thickness segment includes a step change of reduced thickness from two adjacent segments of the neck portion 112 (i. E., An adjacent segment of the neck portion 112 on either side of the reduced thickness portion, More closely axially to the body or chamber 113 of the vessel 114 than to the side of the vessel 114).

Here, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 includes a rigid member. A support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 is mounted within the depression 147 and is not removed from the neck 112. Here, the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 includes a larger outer profile than the inner profile of the container 114 defined here by the two adjacent compartments of the neck portion 112 do. The outer profile of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 may be larger and define a larger cross-sectional dimension relative to the cross-sectional dimension of the container 114, Is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the neck portion 112. The outer profile of the support member 132 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 130 may include an outer diameter and the inner profile of the container 114 may include an inner diameter of adjacent portions of the neck portion 112 Can be limited by

The assembly of the neck portion 112 can not be mounted or at least difficult, especially when the container 114 and container neck portion 112 are rigid, in the intermediate portion 165 of the neck portion 112, Allowing the interposition of the support member 132 for the sieve, membrane or diaphragm 130. For example, a rigid member of a larger profile may be inserted into or through the mouth or opening 115 or neck portion 112 of the smaller profile to position the rigid member in the intermediate portion 165 of the neck It may not be possible.

When the seal or diaphragm 130 is mounted, attached or formed with the support member for the diaphragm, seal or membrane, and thus mounted on the vessel 114, the seal or diaphragm 130 Is not removed from the sealing member, the membrane, or the support member 132 for the diaphragm 130.

The specific embodiments shown in Figures 9-12 do not include external mounting members 150,152.

Referring to Figs. 13-18, a container 214 and closure assembly or device 210 are shown and are generally similar to those shown in Fig. 8, and similar components have been shown with an increase of 100 in the number. Accordingly, the container 214 includes a neck portion 212, and the stopper assembly or device 210 of FIG. 13 includes a diaphragm or seal 230.

Figs. 13 and 14 are entirely similar to Figs. 9 and 11, respectively. Accordingly, in a similar step as shown in FIG. 10, the container 214 is filled and sealed with the first part of the stopper assembly or device 210, and is omitted for simplicity. The seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 and support member 232 provide a seal assembly 233.

In addition, two outer members or sleeves (not shown) may be used to mount or engage the first portion 229 of the stopper assembly or device 210 before the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is mounted or engaged. Are assembled before the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is mounted or engaged.

Here, when the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is pre-assembled by the connection of the outer and inner tubular portions 240, 242, the upper outer member 250 is connected to the outer tubular portion 240, As shown in Fig. The outer and inner tubular portions 240, 242 are glass and bonded by ultraviolet bonding. The rigid upper outer member 250 is slid upwardly on the outer surface of the outer tubular portion 240 and secured in position by adhesive. The upper outer member 250 can conceal a portion of the upper seam or seam between the outer and inner tubular portions 240, 242.

Referring to Figs. 15 and 16, there is shown a second portion 243 that is mounted or coupled to the container 214 following the first portion 229 (Fig. 14). 15 shows that a second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is mounted or coupled to the container 214 using a lower outer member 250 that loosely surrounds the neck portion 212 at an upper position, do. With the lower outer member 250 in this position, the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 can be ultraviolet-bonded to the lower neck portion 2121 and thereby the associated stopper assembly or device 210 with two outer members 250, 252 assembled on the neck portion 212 of the container 214. The first portion 229 of the container 214 has a first portion 229 of the container 214,

Figure 16 shows the neck portion 212 at the shoulder portion 244 in order to conceal the seam or connection between the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 and the neck portion 2121 of the container 214. [ The lower outer member 250 moves in the lower direction of FIG. The lower outer member 250 is secured to the neck portion 212 using an adhesive at this position.

After the outer members 250 and 252 are assembled such that the outer members 250 and 252 are not removed from the container 214 after the second portion 243 of the cap assembly or device 210 is engaged, do. Here, the flange 245 defines a larger outer profile section, so that after the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is coupled, mounted or installed onto the container 214, (Or inserted) on the neck portion 212 and has a larger outer profile body or chamber 213 than the inner profiles of the outer members 250, It is a possibility that the rigid outer members 250 and 252 are assembled on the container 214 before the second portion 243 of the stopper assembly or device 210 is engaged, mounted or installed. In particular, the outwardly extending flange 245 means have a larger outer profile to position the rigid outer member in the intermediate portion sections of the neck portion 212, Or it may not be possible to mount a harder outer member of a smaller profile on the neck portion 212.

17 and 18, a side view and a detailed side view, respectively, of the container 214 of FIG. 16 in which additional closure means 260 are assembled, the container having a first portion 229 of the closure assembly or device 210, To show the sealing function.

In the illustrated embodiment, the seal or diaphragm 230 is separated or spaced from the mouth or opening 215 such that the seal or diaphragm 230 is positioned within the formation of the outer members 250, 252 Which are non-transparent or opaque containers. The seal or diaphragm 230 may be separate or spaced from the mouth or opening 215 such that the mouth or opening 215 and the neck portion between the seal or diaphragm 212, respectively. Here, the additional closure means 260 may be a cork or a stopper for subsequent closure or sealing of the container 214 after the container is first opened by breakage of the seal or diaphragm 230. When the seal or diaphragm 230 is spaced from the mouth or opening 215, additional capping means may be located on or in the mouth or opening 215 of the container and may be provided, for example, It can be positioned without the possibility of contacting or interfering with the frame 230. As shown in Figs. 17 and 18, the additional closure means 260 can be further sealed or closed before the initial opening. The additional closure means 260 is located at least partially within, on, or within the mouth or opening 215, before the seal or diaphragm 230 is opened or broken.

19, a side view of a kit 280 including a container 210 and an additional closure means 260 of FIG. 17 and an extension member 290 for opening the container 214 is shown, 295). The package 295 is a presentation box that includes a container 210, an additional closure means 260 and an extension member separately packaged within the package 295.

20, the elongate member 290 illustrated as a ceremonial ski gown (sgian dubh) is provided with an opening or opening 228 for opening the container 210 by breaking or breaking the seal or diaphragm 230. [ (Not shown).

When the support member 232 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230 is mounted on the container 214 and thus mounted on the container 214, at least the seal or diaphragm 230 is destroyed or damaged The sealing member or diaphragm 230 is visible under the support member 232 of the sealing member, membrane or diaphragm 230. As a result, Here, when the sealing member, the membrane or the support member 232 for the diaphragm 230 is not transparent or opaque, the support member 232 for the sealing member, membrane or diaphragm 230 is sized Thereby causing the broken or broken portion of the seal or diaphragm 230 to move in the direction of the body or chamber 213 of the vessel 210 to the support member 232 for the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230, As shown in FIG. Accordingly, the seal or diaphragm 230 is visible at least when it is opened, damaged or broken, for example, indicating a previous opening or tampering. The seal or diaphragm 230 may be attached to the seal or diaphragm 230 through the mouth or opening 215 of the container positioned on the body side of the seal, membrane or diaphragm 230, 230 and prevents replacement of the seal or diaphragm 230 with a replacement or forged seal or diaphragm inserted through the mouth or opening 215 of the container. This is reinforced by the upper hole 231 of the sealing member, the membrane or the support member 232 for the diaphragm 230, the upper hole 231 is smaller in diameter than the lower hole 233, The diameter of the diaphragm 230 is larger than that of the upper hole 231.

21 shows a cross-sectional view of the open container of FIG. 20 tilted along the liquid 217 of the container 210 into the glass reservoir 296. FIG. Through the broken or broken seal or diaphragm 230 in the intermediate section 265 and then through the neck 212 to the mouth or opening 215 through the remainder, The flow is shown. As shown in FIGS. 22 and 23, after the initial opening, an additional closure means 260 is inserted through the mouth or opening 215 into the neck portion 212.

In particular, Figure 23 shows the seal or diaphragm 230 visible when it is opened, broken, or broken, for example, as an indication of previous opening or tampering. When the container 214 is opened, the container retains its inherent value even if, for example, the contents are completely exhausted. By at least some or all of the support members 232 and / or outer members 250, 252 for the enclosure, membrane or diaphragm 230, the container may have sufficient value to hold the container, Thereby reducing the falsification of the container. The container 214 may have a collection object value and / or a unique material value.

The above-described apparatus may have other functions in addition to the functions described above, and the functions may be performed by the same apparatus.

Applicants have separately described the individual features and the combination of two or more features described herein and these features or combinations may be performed on the basis of the present specification as a whole with the general knowledge common to those skilled in the art , These features or combinations do not limit the scope of the invention regardless of solving the problems disclosed herein. Applicants point out that aspects of the present invention may be configured as individual features or combinations of features. It is to be understood that the embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and that various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

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As a container,
The container includes a sealing member and a supporting member for the sealing member,
Wherein the support member is spaced from the mouth of the container and mounted within the neck portion of the container,
Wherein the support member comprises a rigid annular member and the seal comprises a metal sheet material, a polymeric sheet material, or both,
Vessel. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the support member comprises a precious or semi-precious material or a collection object material or a metallic material or both. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Said container comprising:
A main body portion for containing fluid;
A mouth for inserting or removing fluid from the main body of the container
Further comprising:
The neck portion being provided between the mouth and the main body portion;
The container including the sealing member, the supporting member, or both mounted at an intermediate position of the neck portion between the mouth and the main body portion. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the seal comprises a diaphragm that is easy to break. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the sealing member and the support member are spaced from the mouth such that the sealing member, the support member, or both are visible through the unobscured portion of the container. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the sealing member and the support member are spaced from the mouth such that prior to the initial opening, subsequent closure of the container, or both, the sealing member and the support member are positioned between the mouth and the sealing member, And a portion of said neck between said sealing member and said support member. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the sealing member, the support member, or both are spaced from the mouth of the container and thereby impede access to the sealing member, the support member or both, and the removal of the sealing member, Containers that interfere with the replacement. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the sealing member, the support member, or both are separate or spaced from the mouth of the container, thereby providing a seal that appears to be floating. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the sealing member, the support member, or both are mounted so as not to be removed within the neck portion. The method of claim 3,
Wherein said neck portion includes a section between said mouth and said main body portion along a medial longitudinal direction of said neck portion, said container having a reduced thickness, said compartment having a reduced thickness, Wherein the intermediate position corresponds to a mounting position of the sealing member, the support member, or both. 11. The method of claim 10,
Wherein the reduced thickness section is defined by an inner depression receiving the seal, the support member, or both. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
The sealing member, the support member, or both form a first portion of the plug assembly,
Wherein the first portion of the closure assembly is mounted to the container, before the portion of the container is mounted or attached,
Wherein said portion of said container to be mounted or attached at least partially defines said mouth. 3. The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the support member is mounted on the container such that when the seal is mounted in the container, the seal is seen at least below the support member and at least when the seal is open or broken, the open or broken seal is visible. The method of claim 3,
Wherein the support member includes an upper hole configured to be further away from the main body portion of the vessel as compared to a lower hole configured to be closer to the main body portion of the vessel,
Wherein the upper hole is smaller than the lower hole,
And the sealing member is mounted on the lower side of the upper hole. A method of sealing a container according to claim 1,
Placing the seal, the support member, or both, in an intermediate position between the mouth of the container and the main body portion of the container, the neck portion of the container. A method of opening a container according to claim 1,
And breaking the seal located at an intermediate position between the mouth of the container and the main body of the container,
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