MXPA06004624A - Container sealing system - Google Patents

Abstract

A container having a knit line. The container comprises a body defining a partially enclosed volume having an access opening defined by a neck, the neck defining a pocket. An insert is coupled to the neck. The insert comprises an outer wall configured to fit within the opening of the container and defining the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has an upper edge and a lower edge, with the upper edge including an annular lip extending radially outward to prevent the insert from being pushed too far into or through the neck. The tooth extends from the lip and is configured to insert into a notch defined by the neck of the container. An upstanding spout is located within the outer wall. A bottom wall connects the lower edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout. The lip includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is larger than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal at the knit line of the container when the cover is threaded onto the neck.

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RECIPIENT SEAL SYSTEM REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS This application is related to and claims the priority of the provisional Patent Application of E.U.A. 60 / 515,156, filed October 28, 2003, which is incorporated herein by this reference. FIELD The present invention relates generally to the field of seal systems for containers and more specifically to a seal system for a container having a spout. BACKGROUND Plastic containers for viscous liquids such as laundry detergent and paint have been described, including a recovery spigot that is placed inside the container opening. In a non-circular container, it is desirable to specifically position the spout relative to the container so that the pouring edge of the spout is placed in a desired location. A number of efforts have been made to specifically position the spout in relation to the container. A spigot setter is described in the U.S. Patent. No. 4,984,714 to Sledge entitled "Bottle with Spit. "In Sledge, the cap typically creates a seal with the container by at least partially contacting the neck and / or spigot.In US Patent No. 6,209,762 to Haffner et al, entitled" DISPATCHER PACKAGE AND METHOD OF USE ". A tongue formed in a neck engages a groove formed in the spout to hold the spout inside the neck During the molding process of the container, the material can accumulate on or adjacent to the mold fabric line. inhibit or prevent a seal from forming as the container lid is screwed onto the container neck and the spigot adjustment.It would be desirable to provide a container with a spout and lid that can be positively positioned relative to the container and also provide a seal between the lid and the container and spigot to prevent the liquid from leaking, particularly near the container tissue line BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figure 1 is a detailed perspective view of an example embodiment of a container that includes a container seal system. Figure 2 is a detailed perspective view of the container illustrated in Figure 1. Figure 3 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a container having a notch formed in the neck and configured to receive a tooth formed in the spigot insertion. Figure 4 is a partial detailed view of the notch illustrated in Figure 3 with a tooth formed in the spout insert engaged in the notch. Figure 5 is a cross section of an exemplary embodiment of a container including a spout and cover insert having a container seal system. Figure 6 is a partial cross-sectional detailed view of the container seal system illustrated in Figure 5, Figure 7 is a detailed perspective view of an example embodiment of a container including a container seal system having an insert with a flat portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius and including a combination of tooth / indexing notch. Figure 8 is a top plan view of an example embodiment of an insert for a container, with the insert having a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, with the first radius greater than the second radius. Figure 9 is a partial sectional view of the insert illustrated in Figure 8, along line 9-9. Figure 10 is a partial sectional view of the insert illustrated in Figure 8 along line 10-10 and illustrating the first portion of the insert rim. Figure 11 is a partial sectional view of the insert illustrated in Figure 8 along line 11-11 and illustrating the second portion of the insert flange. COMPENDIUM An insert is provided for a container having a line of tissue in the container body, a neck defining an opening in the body and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck. The insert includes an external wall configured to fit within the container opening and defining the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has an upper edge and an inner edge, with the upper edge including an annular ridge extending radially outward to prevent the insert being pushed too far into or through the neck. A vertical spigot placed inside the outer wall. A lower wall is connecting the lower edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout. The rim includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal on the tissue line of the container when the cover is Thread towards the neck. Another embodiment of the insert includes a tooth extending from the rim and configured to be inserted into a cavity defined by the neck of the container. The tooth can be separated a distance from the external wall of the insert. A container having a line of tissue is also provided. The container comprises a body defining a partially enclosed volume having an access opening defined by a neck, the neck defining a cavity. An insert is attached to the neck. The insert comprises an external wall configured to fit within the container opening and defining the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has an upper edge and a lower edge, with the upper edge including an annular ridge extending radially outward to prevent the insert being pushed too far into or through the neck. The tooth extends from the flange and is configured to be inserted into a cavity defined by the neck of the container. A vertical spigot is placed inside the outer wall. A bottom wall connects the inner edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout. The flange includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius, with the first portion forming a seal on the fabric line of the container when the cover It threaded towards the neck. A method is also provided for aligning and sealing the container having a line of tissue, a neck defining an opening in the container, and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck. The method comprises the steps of providing an insert having an annular ridge extending radially outwardly. Setting the insert to fit inside the container opening. Configuring the annular rim with a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal on the tissue line of the container when the cover is threaded towards the neck. Provide a tooth on the annular flange. Set the pa tooth to be inserted into a defined cavity in the neck, wherein the tooth / cavity combination aligns the first portion of the insert with the tissue line of the container. Another method modality includes the step of configuring the insert to define a spigot. An insert is also provided for a container having a body defining a volume, a neck defining an opening in the body and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck. The insert comprises an external wall configured to fit within the container opening and defining the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has an upper edge that includes a rim that extends radially outwardly from the top edge to prevent the insert being pushed too far into or through the neck. The insert also has a lower edge. The flange includes one of a tooth and notch configured to engage one of the notch and the tooth formed in the neck. A vertical spigot is placed inside the outer wall. A bottom wall connects the lower edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout, wherein the tooth / notch combination inhibits the rotation of the insert in the opening and aligns the insert in an orientation pre-selected An insert configured to fit into an opening of a container is provided, with the insert having an upper edge with a first portion extending radially farther than a second portion to effect a seal of the opening when a cover engages the container to close the opening. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXAMPLE MODALITIES With reference to Figures 1 and 2, a container 10 includes a body 12, a cover 14, a handle 16, and a spout insert 18. The body 12 has a general D-shaped configuration and includes a bottom 2Q, a front wall 22, an opposite rear wall 24, and first and second side walls 26, 28. The body 12 also includes an upper part 30 having a neck 32 provided with external threads 34. The use of the front and back terms refers to the position in which the container can be placed on a retail shelf. While the container can be placed on the retail shelf in any orientation, the front wall 22 provides a flat surface for a display label. While the container is in actual use, the location of the spout 18 can be considered the front; however, for purposes of this description, the spout 18 is closer to the rear wall 24. Reference is made in the patent application of E.U.A., serial number 10 / 627,200, filed on July 25, 2003, addressed to a spigot, which is incorporated herein by this reference. The upper part 30 also includes a flat region 36 near the neck 32, a second angled transition region 38 and an upper region 40 configured to support the handle 16. The planar region 36 may be flat or parallel to a horizontal plane as illustrated or it may have another profile. The adjacent sides 26, 28 and upper part 30 is a pair of handle support regions 42 starting lower than the first plane region 36 and angled upward to the transition region 38 and the upper region 40. The region 42 as measured from a vertical plane in one embodiment is preferably around 45 degrees. Additionally, a rear handle support region 44 as described below supports the handle 16 in a rearward position closer to the spout 18. The rear handle support region 44 as measured from a vertical plane is preferably approximately 60 degrees. The angle of the support region 44 in combination with the handle size 16 prohibits the handle 16 from contacting the spout 18 or the rear portion of the body 12, and still provides clearance on the cover 14 for lifting the handle 16. Consequently, other angles of the region 44 can be used, The body 12 also includes a recessed region 46 that extends through the substantially flat front wall 22 and around at least a portion of the curved rear wall 24. The recessed region 46 can receive a label that could be applied during the forming operation such as molding labeling for a component formed of plastic. A label can also be applied to the container after the container has been formed. A front edge 48 of the upper support region 40 may be curved or beveled as a transition to the front wall 22. This transition edge 48 provides an easy surface for a user to be able to hold the handle 16. While the front edge 48 can have a recessed region that allows a user to slide his fingers under the handle, the handle 16 can also include a handle recess 50 either in addition to a recess in the edge 48 or independent of said recess. An interruption of the interface between the handle 16 and upper part 30 and the front wall 22 allows a user to easily hold and lift the handle. A lower recess 52 is positioned in the lower edge of the container 10 between the front wall 22 and the bottom 20. The lower recess 52 allows a user to reach under the bottom of the container 10 while the container 10 is resting on a supporting surface or in another container Io0. The lower recess 52 further facilitates pouring paint from the container. The lower recess 52 is connected to a recess or finger pocket (not shown) extending inward toward the container 10 from the bottom 20. The finger recess may be positioned immediately next to the lower recess 52 or may be connected to the lower recess 52 with a recess channel (not shown). The lower recess 52, the recess channel, and the finger recess can be configured to rest comfortably on a user's hand to assist the user in pouring the contents of the container. While a hand is retaining the handle 16, a second hand can be holding the bottom by using the lower recess 52, the finger recess, the recess channel either together Q in any combination of these particularities. The height of the lower recess 52 as measured from a support surface of the container, or as measured from the lower support particulars at the bottom 20, may be sufficient to allow a user to insert their fingers or portion of their finger into the lower recess, channel recess, and / or finger recess. This would allow a user a combination with the handle to easily lift the container from a support surface such as a retail outlet shelf, table or other container. The bottom 20 may also include a lid recess (not shown) that is configured to receive a portion of the lid 14 when similar containers 10 are stacked one on top of the other. The lid recess may include a periphery having features that match those of the lid 14 such as indentations to match the recesses 59 that are provided in the lid 14. Alternatively, the lid recess may have an outer diameter that matches or it exceeds the external diameter of the lid 14. The container 10 can be manufactured by any well known method, for example by blow molding of plastic. Referring to Figures 3, 5 and 6, the spout insert 18 includes an outer wall 110, a spout 112, and a lower wall 114. The external wall 110 is configured to slide towards the neck 32 and includes features (described below) for retaining the insert 18 within the neck 32. According to one embodiment, the external wall 110 is a substantially cylindrical wall defining the periphery of the spout insert 18 and including an upper edge 116 and a lower edge 118. A flange 120 extends radially outward from the upper edge 116, and serves as a stop to prevent the insert 18 from being pushed too far into, or through the neck 32. The flange 120 extends upward but does not extend beyond or on the upper edge 33 of the neck 32. The interface between the upper edge 33 of the neck 32 and the flange 120 of the spout insert 18 forms a seal as the cover 14 is threaded towards the neck 32 of the container. A protuberances 122 extending radially outwardly extends around the periphery of the outer wall 110 and is configured to engage a corresponding groove (not shown) provided on the inside of the neck 32. The coupling of the protrusion 122 and the The corresponding slot serves to maintain the spout 18 towards the appropriate vertical position with respect to the container 10. The spout insert 18 also includes a protrusion or tooth 25 configured to engage, for example by insertion, a corresponding cavity or notch 35 formed in the neck 32 (see Figures 3 and 4). The tooth 25 / notch configuration 35 prevents rotation of the spout insert 18 and also functions as an index for aligning the spout insert 18 with a container 10 for decanting the contents of the container 10. A typical alignment is for spigot 112 of the spout insert 18 which is aligned with the center line of the container 10 rear wall 24 as best seen in Figure 2. It should be understood that the tooth 25 can be formed in the neck 32 and the notch 35 formed in the spigot 18. It should also be understood that the tooth 25 / notch configuration 35 may be positioned at any convenient location along the periphery of the neck 32- The tooth / notch 35 combination also aligns the spout insert 18 so that an extended portion of the flange 120 is aligned with the fabric line 13 in the container 10 as discussed more fully below. The tooth 25 is integrally formed on the underside of the flange 120 at a distance spaced from the external wall 110 of the insert 18. With the insert 18 installed in the container 10, the tooth 25 is inserted into the groove 35 with a space between the inner surface 23 of the tooth 25 and the eternal surface 37 of the groove 35. (See Figure 9). In accordance with alternative embodiments, the external wall may include other features to prevent the insertion being pushed too far into the neck of the container and / or to retain the insertion in the neck. For example, the insert can include threads on the external wall that attach threads provided inside the neck when the insert is screwed towards the neck. The insert can also be attached to the neck using a friction type adjustment, spinning welding, adhesives, or any of a wide variety of other techniques and methods known in the art. The spout 112 is provided within the periphery of the insert 18 (e.g., the spout 112 is within, and separate from the outer wall 110) and is generally configured to facilitate pouring of the contents (e.g. , paint or other fluids) of the container 10. The walls of the spout 112 each may have straight top edges, upon which the contents of the container 10 (e.g., liquid coating materials such as paint, varnish, etc. :, Water; liquids; or other substances) are poured when the contents of the container 10 are removed using the spout 112. The straight top edges can also be used as brush cleaners to clean excess paint out of a brush. The lower wall 114 extends between the outer wall 110 and the spout 112 and serves to couple the lower edge 118 of the outer wall 110. A channel 162 is thus formed by the external wall 110, the lower wall 114, and the spout 112 extending around the insert 18 between the outer wall 110 and the spout 112. An opening 164 is provided in the channel 162 (partially in the lower wall 114 and 'partially in the lower portion of the outer wall 110) in a location opposite the wall 126. The opening 164 is configured so that substances (such as paint, for example) entering the channel 162 can pass through opening 164 and drain back into body 12 of container 1Q. In order to direct any substances that may enter the channel 162 into the opening 614, the channel 162 inclines toward the opening 614. To allow the channel 162 to tilt toward the opening 614, the lower edge 118 of the outer wall 110; the lower edges of the walls of the spout, and the lower wall 114 are also slanted as needed to allow the channel 162 to tilt toward the opening 164. As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the spout insert 18 is preferably coupled to the container 10 such that the wall 126 is close to the rear wall 24 of the body 12 (e.g., so that the wall 126 is the rearmost portion of the spout 112). In such configuration, a user of the container 10 can hold the handle 16 with one hand and the bottom of the container 10 (more particularly, lower recess 52, the finger recess, and / or the recess channel) with the other way and pour paint (or other material contained within the body 12) of the spout 112 through a straight upper edge and on the rear wall 24 of the container 10. Once the container 10 is returned to a vertical position, any paint that may have entered into the channel 162 (such as during pouring or while brushing a paint brush against one of the straight edges of the spout 112) will flow into the opening 614 and pass back to the body 12 of the container 10. The channel 162 of this way reduces the likelihood of excess paint dripping down the side of the container, which can damage the ability to read any label that can be provided in the container 10 and which allows the paint to enter surfaces to The ones that the painting does not pretend to be. A space provided in the spout 112 can also serve to allow the paint entering the channel 162 to pass back into the body 12. If it is desired to use the paint directly from the container 10, the user can simply apply paint to his paint brush by inserting the paint brush toward the body 12 between the spout walls 112. The straight top edges of the spout can then be used to clean any excess paint from the brush. When the paint is finished, the user simply replaces the lid 14. The walls of the spout 112 can be higher than the upper edge 116 of the neck 32 or the walls can be below or at the same elevation as the upper edge 116 of the neck 132 Referring to Figures 6-11, the spout insert 18 includes an outer wall 110, a spout 112, and a lower wall 114. The outer wall 110 is configured to slide towards the neck 32 and includes features (described below) for retaining the insert 18 within the neck 32. According to one embodiment, the external wall 110 is a substantially cylindrical wall defining the periphery of the wall. spout insert 18 and including an upper edge 116 and a lower edge 118. A flange 120 extends radially outward from the upper edge 116, and serves as a stop to prevent the insert 18 from being pushed too far, or through the neck 32. The flange 120 extends upwards but does not extend beyond or on the upper edge 33 of the neck 32. The flange 120 of the spout insert 18 includes a first portion 140 having a first radius and a second portion 142 having a second radius. The first radius is greater than the second radius. See Figures 8, 10 and 11. The first portion 140 is an extended portion that is aligned with the fabric line 13 in the container 10. A line 13 of fabric is formed during the molding process of the container 10. The material tends to to accumulate along line 13 of tissue. Said accumulation of material inhibits or prevents the spout insert 18 from forming a good seal as the container cover 14 is screwed towards the neck portion 32 of the container 10. The downward and lateral forces exerted by the cap 14 on the neck 32 and insert 18 tend to move flange 120 inward near line 13 of tissue creating a space or misalignment that prevents it from forming a seal. The extended flange, the first portion 140 of the rim 120, of the insert 18, prevents a gap between the insert 18 and the lid 14 from forming (see Figure 10). The tooth 25 / notch 35 combination operates to ensure that the first portion 140 of the flange 120 aligns with the tissue line 13 of the container 10 so that a seal can be formed at that location. It should be understood that the fabric line 13 can be formed at any location in the container, therefore, the tooth / notch combination 35 should be placed to ensure proper alignment of the first portion 140 of the flange 120 with the line 13 of tissue. For the purposes of this application, the term "tissue line" shall mean that joint formed during the molding process of the container, typically in the line coincident between the two halves of the mold used to form the container.

In one embodiment, the spout 18 is composed of linear low density polyethylene (LLPDE), which will deform as the cap 14 is threadably attached to the container 10 to form a seal. (See Figure 5). LLPDE is a narrow molecular weight distribution copolymer that tends to resist stress cracking and is flexible. An example of a linear low density polyethylene is Dowlex < R) 2517. In another embodiment, the flange 120 includes an overmold 123 of thermoplastic elastomer composite material, which will deform as the cap 14 is threadably attached to the container 10 to form a seal. The composition of lid material 14 and the container 10 is typically harder than the material composition of the spout 18. In both embodiments, the compression of material at the upper edge 33 of the container seals the container and accommodates irregularities in the container 10 and the lid 14. The interface between the upper edge 33 of the neck 32 and the flange 120 of the spout insert 18 forms a seal as the cover 14 is threaded onto the neck 32 of the container 10. A protrusion 122 extending radially outward extends around the the periphery of the external wall 110, and is configured to engage a corresponding slot (not shown) provided on the inside of the neck 32. The coupling of the protrusion 22 and the corresponding slot serves to retain the spout 18 towards the appropriate vertical position with respect to the container 10. In accordance with various alternative embodiments, the spout insert can adopt any of a plurality of different configurations. For example, any one or more of the walls of the spout may extend vertically upwards or may be angled either towards or away from the center of the spout as they extend upward. In addition, the upper edges of the walls may have the same elevations, or may have different elevations. In addition, the elevation of the upper edge of any one or more of the walls of the spout may vary along the length of the wall, or it may be constant. For example, the upper edge of one or more of the spout walls may be leveled or may have an elevation that increases or decreases. The walls may also be configured so that the upper edge of the spout, as an integer, is leveled so that it increases and / or decreases in elevation. Additionally, the elevation of the walls of the spout can vary with respect to the height of the external wall or with respect to the height of various parts of the container. In this manner, the upper edge of one or more of the spout walls can extend up, down or be in pairs with the upper edge of the outer wall, the upper edge of the neck of the container, and / or the edge of some other particularity of the container. In accordance with still other alternative embodiments, the lower edge of any one or more of the spout walls may be straight, curved, arched, or may have some other shape. In addition, the length of any one or more of the spout walls may vary. The total size and configuration of the spigot may also vary. For example, the spout can be configured to allow a variety of paint brushes of different sizes to pass through the spout and into the body of the container. According to another alternative embodiment, any one or more of the upper edges of the walls of the spine can have a comb-like configuration intended to comb the excess paint of the paint brushes. In accordance with another alternative embodiment, the spout insert may be formed integrally with the container. According to yet another alternative embodiment, the spout insert may not include an outer wall or a channel, but rather, may be comprised of one or more walls coupled together to form a spout. In accordance with yet other alternative embodiments, the spout insert may include only one of the opening provided in the channel and the space provided in the spout. In accordance with other alternative embodiments, the transition between one or more of the spigot walls may be a needle corner, distinct; You can have a radio; it may be tapered or bevelled, or it may have some other gradual or abrupt transition. In accordance with other alternative embodiments, the container may include an opening on a side other than its upper side and may include a spout insert within said opening. It should be noted that the references to "upper", "lower", "up", "lower", "height", and / or "elevation" refer to certain portions, positions and / or dimensions of the spigot (and other parts of the container) as they would appear when the container is placed as intended on a retail shelf. However, it should be understood that these references apply equally to spigot inserts (and other parts of the container) that are oriented differently. In this way, the "lifting" of the upper edge of a spout extending horizontally out of the side of a container would be the same as the "lifting" of an identical spout that extends vertically from the top of the container. The cover 14 serves both as a cover as well as a plate for material retained in the container, for example, paint. The lid 14 includes a downwardly extending wall extending from the top of the lid between the spout insert 18 and the neck 32 of the container 10. The lid 14 may include internal threads that threadably engage the threads 34 formed in the container. the neck 32. The lid 14 can be configured to receive a molded logo, a transparent window to see inside the container, or other indications to identify the contents in the container. The cover 14 can be formed by two or more materials, for example a thermoplastic elastomer, based on rubber, polypropylene or another type of plastic or elastomer using a two-shot or double-injection molding process. The lid 14 can be configured to provide a portion of a second material to extend into the recesses 59 formed in the outer periphery of the lid 14, which can assist the user in holding and manipulating the lid towards and away from the container 10. Various textures they can be molded into the second material and different colors of the material can be used during the molding process. Additional modifications can be made in the design, arrangement and combination of the elements without abandoning the scope of the invention. For example, a top member including one or more of the features discussed above such as the spout, retrieval structure or channel and others may be formed integrally with the body member or may be attached to the container as a separate component. Additionally-the container may include transparent areas to allow the user to see the contents of the container. In addition, the lid fastener may include a transparent area to indicate whether the lid is securely attached to the container to prevent paint from accidentally spilling. Even though the container has been mentioned as a paint container, other liquids can be stored and poured as well. While some of the features have a unique application for the storage and application of paint, other features can be used for other liquids as well. Additionally, the label that is applied to the container may include a white portion of the mold to allow the user or manufacturer to place or paint a sample of the paint in the container to clearly show what color is contained within the container and how it will appear when it is painted over. a white background. It is also noted that the features described in the specification and shown in the Figures either alone or in combination may also be combined with individual or multiple particularities described herein or in the priority applications noted above. These and other modifications can be made in the design, arrangement and combination of the elements without abandoning the scope of the invention as expressed in the appended claims.

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1. CLAIMS 1. An insert for a container having a line of tissue in the container body, a neck defining an opening in the body, and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck, the insert comprising: an external wall configured for fit within the container opening and defining the periphery of the insert, the outer wall having an upper edge and a lower edge, with the upper edge including an annular rim that extends radially outward to prevent the insert being pushed too far far to or through the neck; a vertical spigot placed inside the outer wall; and a lower wall connecting the lower edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout, wherein the flange includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius. , wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal on a tissue line of the container when the cover is threaded toward the neck.
2. 2. The insert according to claim 1, including a tooth extending from the rim and configured to be inserted into a notch, defined by the neck of the container.
3. 3. The insert according to claim 2, wherein the tooth is at a distance separated from the outer wall of. the insertion
4. 4. The insert according to claim 1, wherein the insert is composed of linear low density polyethylene.
5. 5. The insert according to claim 1, wherein the flange forms a packing seal with the neck as the cover is threaded towards the neck.
6. 6. The insert according to claim 1, wherein the channel includes an opening.
7. 7. The insert according to claim 6, wherein the channel is inclined towards the opening.
8. 8. - The insert according to claim 1, wherein the spout includes at least one edge, straight top.
9. 9. An insert for a container having a body defining a volume, a neck defining an opening in the body and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck, the insert comprising: an external wall configured to fit within the opening of the container and defining the periphery of the insert, the outer wall having an upper edge that includes a flange extending radially outwardly from the upper edge to prevent the insertion being pushed too far into or through the neck and a lower edge , with the flange including one of a tooth and notch configured to engage one of the notch and tooth formed in the neck; a vertical spigot placed inside the outer wall; and a bottom wall connecting the bottom edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout, wherein the tooth / notch combination inhibits the rotation of the insert in the opening and aligns the insert in a preselected orientation.
10. 10. The insert according to claim 9, wherein the tooth and notch are positioned to index the alignment of the spout relative to the container body.
11. 11. The insert according to claim 9, wherein the insert is composed of linear low density polyethylene.
12. 12. The insert according to claim 9, wherein the flange forms a packing seal with the neck as the cover is threaded towards the neck.
13. 13. The insert according to claim 9, wherein the rim includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion. forming a seal with the neck in a tissue line of the container when the cover is threaded towards the neck.
14. 14. The insertion according to claim 9, where the channel includes an opening.
15. 15. The insert according to claim 14, wherein the channel is inclined towards the opening.
16. 16. The insert according to claim 9, wherein the spout includes at least one straight upper edge.
17. 17. A container having a line of tissue, the container comprising: a body defining a partially enclosed volume having an access opening defined by a neck, the neck defining a notch; and an insert coupled to the neck, the insert comprising: an outer wall configured to fit within the container opening and defining the periphery of the insert, the outer wall having an upper edge and a lower edge, with the upper edge including an annular rim that extends radially outward to prevent the. insertion is pushed too far into or through the neck; a tooth extending from the rim and configured to be inserted into the notch defined by the neck of the container; a vertical spigot placed inside the outer wall; and a lower wall connecting the lower edge of the outer wall and the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout, wherein the flange includes a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius. , wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal in the fabric line of the container when the cover is threaded towards the neck.
18. 18. The container according to claim 17, wherein the tooth is separated at a distance from the outer wall of the insert.
19. 19. The container according to claim 17, wherein the insert is composed of linear low density polyethylene.
20. 20. The container according to claim 17, wherein the rim forms a packing seal with the neck as the cover is threaded towards the neck.
21. 21. The container according to claim 17, wherein the channel includes an opening.
22. 22. The container according to claim 21, wherein the channel is inclined towards the opening.
23. 23 - The container according to claim 17, wherein the spout includes at least one straight upper edge.
24. 24. The container according to claim 17, wherein the container is configured to contain paint.
25. 25. A method for aligning and sealing a container having a line of tissue, a neck defining an opening in the container, and a cover configured to threadably engage the neck, the method comprising the steps of: providing an insert that has an annular rim extending radially outwardly; configure the insert to fit within the container opening; configuring the annular rim with a first portion having a first radius and a second portion having a second radius, wherein the first radius is greater than the second radius with the first portion forming a seal on the tissue line of the container when the cover is threaded towards the neck; provide a tooth in the annular flange; and configuring the tooth to be inserted into a defined notch in the neck, wherein the tooth / notch combination aligns the first portion of the insert with the tissue line of the container.
26. 26. The method according to claim 25, which includes the step of configuring the insert to define a spigot.
27. 27. The method according to claim 256, wherein the insert is composed of linear low density polyethylene.
28. 28. The method according to claim 25, wherein the container is configured to contain paint.