TW201615514A - Closure device, apparatus and method - Google Patents

Abstract

A diaphragm, seal or membrane (30, 130, 230) and a container (14, 114, 214) with a main body or chamber (113, 213) for containing fluid and a mouth or opening (115, 215) for inserting and/or removing fluid to and/or from the main body or chamber (113, 213) of the container (10, 110, 210). The container (10, 110, 210) comprises a neck portion (12, 112, 212) between the mouth or opening (115, 215) and the main body or chamber (113, 213), with the diaphragm, seal or membrane (30, 130, 230) mounted in the neck portion (12, 112, 212). The diaphragm, seal or membrane (30, 130, 230) is located at a position between the mouth or opening (115, 215) and the main body or chamber (113, 213) of the container (10, 110, 210).

Description

Sealing device, device and method

The present invention relates to a sealing device, apparatus and associated method. The invention is also directed to a membrane, closure or membrane. In particular, but not exclusively, the invention relates to a seal for a container, such as a container for a liquid. The invention is also directed to a container, such as a container for wine or white wine (but in particular non-specialized premium or white wine).

Different types of containers are provided for containing different liquids. Environmental pressure can promote reuse and/or reuse of the container. However, it may not always be necessary to reuse a container for the liquid. For example, where the safety or reliability of the contents of the container may be different from the contents originally contained in the container, an attempt is made to prevent or prevent the inclusion of the contents of the reused container in other manners. Reuse of misleading impressions may be preferred. For example, an alcoholic beverage (eg, wine or liquor) presented for sale in an original container may have substantially guaranteed safety, quality, and reliability. However, if the container is subsequently refilled, such as from a non-original source, there may be no assurance as to the reliability, quality or safety of the refilled container; and the container may present a reliable user or consumer to the refilled container. Misleading representation of sex, quality and safety. Thus, this re-use by, for example, a counterfeiter can negatively affect the sale of a reliable original beverage and/or the safety or enjoyment of the consumer or user and/or the reputation of a reliable brand or source of the original container. .

Different containers or closures have been developed to mitigate the reuse of the original container by attempting to prevent or hinder refilling of such containers. Such closures may include tamper-evident members (such as tear strips) and/or non-refill components (such as valve members and/or swirling liquid exit ports). For example, a container having a corroborative one-way seal is provided that is intended to allow the liquid contents of the container to exit or exit while obstructing the entry or entry of liquid into the container to impede refilling of the container or hinder the original inclusion. Diluted or contaminated or mixed. This seal or device is often referred to as a non-refillable device or system or "NR."

This background is used to set a scene that allows experienced readers to better understand the scenarios described below. Therefore, the above discussion is unnecessarily regarded as acknowledging that the discussion is part of the current state of the art or common sense.

At least one specific example of at least one aspect of the present invention is directed to preventing or at least alleviating one or more problems and/or disadvantages of the prior art.

In accordance with a first aspect of the present invention, a seal assembly or apparatus is provided that is configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device can include a first body portion. The assembly or device can include a tamper-evident member that is configured to be substantially in use between the first body portion and the container for the liquid. The tamper-evident member can be configured to maintain the position or spacing of the first body portion relative to the container and/or relative to the second body portion prior to initially opening the seal assembly or device.

With this configuration, the tamper-evident member can act as a structural member of the seal assembly or device prior to removal.

The tamper-evident member may comprise a tear strip. The tamper-evident member can be wrapped around the seal assembly or At least a portion of the container and/or container extends circumferentially.

The tamper evident member can 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 tamper evident member can 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 tamper evident member can be configured to maintain a position of the first body portion relative to the container and/or the second body portion when a load, such as an axial load, is applied to the first body portion.

The tamper-evident member can be configured to at least partially absorb and/or transmit an impact load applied to the first body portion.

The tamper-evident member can be configured to prevent or attempt to prevent movement of the first body portion relative to the container and/or the second body portion prior to initially opening the seal assembly or device. For example, the tamper-evident member can be configured to prevent or attempt to prevent movement of the first body portion toward and/or away from the container and/or the second body portion.

The first body portion can include a first cylindrical member or cover, such as a first sleeve or sleeve portion.

The second body portion can include a second cylindrical member, such as a second sleeve or sleeve portion.

The tamper-evident member may comprise a structural member.

The tamper evident member may comprise a third cylindrical member, such as a third sleeve or sleeve portion.

The tamper-evident member can be configured to provide a hardness, such as axial or longitudinal stiffness, to the seal assembly or device.

The tamper-evident member may include a reinforcement.

The tamper-evident member may include an access protrusion.

The tamper-evident member may comprise a ring member.

The tamper-evident member may include a spacer.

The tamper-evident member can be reconfigurable.

The tamper evident member can be removable or at least partially removable.

The tamper-evident member can be fragile.

The tamper-evident member can be attached (such as frangibly attached) to the first body and/or the second body portion, such as around or adjacent respective first and/or second circumferential ends thereof. The tamper-evident member can be attached (such as frangibly attached) to the container.

The tamper evident member can comprise a substantially rigid member.

The tamper-evident member may comprise variable strength and/or hardness and/or cross-sectional area and/or thickness. The tamper-evident member may comprise a variable strength and/or hardness and/or cross-sectional area and/or thickness along its length, such as around the circumference of the tamper-evident member.

The tamper evident member can include a single or unique component for positioning or spacing the first body portion relative to the container and/or the second body portion prior to opening.

The seal assembly or device can include a biasing member such as for biasing the first body portion toward the first configuration.

The seal assembly or device can include a component for cutting, piercing, penetrating, removing or displacing a diaphragm or closure.

The seal assembly or device can include components for maintaining at least a portion of the seal assembly or device, such as on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

According to a second aspect of the invention, there is provided a container (such as a container for a liquid) comprising a body or component or component comprising a precious or semi-precious material or collection.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be configured to provide the container with a reuse value that is more valuable than reuse after initial opening or use. In this way, counterfeiting using the original container can be alleviated.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may be attached or secured to the container such that removal or removal of the valuable or semi-precious material or collection from the container will substantially prevent reuse of the container.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may be non-removably attached or secured to the container. Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be permanently adhered to the container. Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be welded or melted or glued to the container.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may include coating or insertion or attachment of the container and/or sealing assembly or device.

The container may comprise a neck or a mouth portion.

The container may contain, for example, a bottle for an alcoholic beverage, such as a glass bottle. Alcoholic beverages can include alcohol or white spirits (such as premium or white wines such as whiskey or scotch).

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles or components may be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The mouth or neck portion can be cylindrical, for example, inside and/or outside thereof.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may comprise an annular member.

The annular member can comprise a substantially circular inner and/or outer perimeter, surface, edge Edge or contour. For example, the ring member can comprise a ring.

The annular member can comprise a substantially elliptical interior and/or outer perimeter, surface, edge or profile. The annular member can comprise a substantially polygonal interior and/or outer perimeter, surface, edge or contour (e.g., square, triangular, octagonal, etc.). Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may be from conventional precious or semi-precious materials (such as precious or semi-precious stones, or precious metals (such as gold, silver, platinum, etc., or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof); and/or Semi-precious metals (such as brass, chalk, steel, nickel, etc., or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof) are made.

Valuable or semi-precious items can be made from non-precious or semi-precious materials such as plastic. Valuable or semi-precious collectibles can be valued or valued from non-material aspects. For example, the collection may include a limited edition such as a limited edition shape, color, and the like.

A valuable or semi-precious material or collectible may represent a substantial value relative to the remainder of the container or container or other material of the container.

A valuable or semi-precious material or collectible may be made of or contained in a plastic or polymer (for example, as an additive to a masterbatch, such as for the production of plastic or artifacts (eg, PET containers, etc.)) In the polymer.

A precious or semi-precious material or collection or component may comprise or be attached to or operatively associated with a membrane, membrane or closure.

The seal assembly or device can be pre-assembled prior to installing or mounting the seal assembly or device on the container or prior to installation or installation to the container. The seal assembly or device can be substantially fully pre-assembled. The pre-assembly may include semi-precious components or components or collectibles and/or diaphragms or closures.

The seal assembly or device can be installed or mounted in a container as a single unit or mounted or mounted to a container. The seal assembly or device can be substantially substantially in common It is completely installed or installed in or on the container or installed or installed in the container. The seal assembly or device can be installed or mounted in a container in a single step or mounted or mounted to a container. The seal assembly or device can be mounted or mounted in or on the container or mounted or mounted to the container to contain the container or at least synchronize with at least a portion of the closed container.

Alternatively, the seal assembly or device can be assembled after at least a portion of the seal assembly or device is mounted or mounted in or on the container or mounted or mounted to the container. For example, semi-precious components or components or collectibles and/or diaphragms or closures may be installed or installed in a container or before or after one or more other portions of the sealing assembly or device are installed or installed. Install or install to a container.

According to a third aspect of the invention, there is provided a sealing assembly or device configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid, comprising a precious or semi-precious material or collection Product.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be configured to be attached to the container such that removal or removal of the valuable or semi-precious material or collection from the container will substantially prevent reuse of the container.

Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles may be non-detachably attached to the container. Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be permanently adhered to the container. Valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles can be welded or fused to the container.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a valuable or in a container or assembly of the second aspect and/or a first or/or third aspect of the present invention, or Semi-precious components or components.

Valuable or semi-precious components or components can be configured to be supplied to the mouth or neck of the container In or on the part. A precious or semi-precious component or member can be configured to be attached to the container such that the valuable or semi-precious component or member can be removed or removed from the container only by destroying the container such that the container becomes substantially non-reusable .

Valuable or semi-precious components or components can be configured to be non-detachably attached to the container. Valuable or semi-precious components or components can be configured to adhere to the container substantially permanently. Valuable or semi-precious components or components can be configured to be welded or fused to the container.

The precious or semi-precious component or component can comprise a ring or disk, for example, provided in or on the neck or mouth portion of the container.

A valuable or semi-precious component or component can comprise a frangible membrane that is configured, for example, to break upon initial opening.

According to a fifth aspect of the invention, there is provided a container comprising a body or component or member comprising a collectible, such as a container for a liquid.

The collection can be configured to provide the container with a recycling or reuse value that is more valuable than reuse after initial opening or use. In this way, the forgery using the original container can be alleviated.

The collection can be attached or secured to the container such that removal or removal of the collection from the container will substantially prevent reuse of the container.

The collection may be non-detachably attached or secured to the container. The collection can be permanently adhered to the container. The collection can be welded or melted or glued to the container.

The container may comprise a neck or a mouth portion.

The container may contain a bottle such as for a wine or liquor, such as a glass bottle.

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

The mouth or neck portion can be cylindrical, for example, on its interior and/or exterior.

The collection may contain a ring or ring member.

Collections can contain valuable or semi-precious materials. The collection may be from conventionally valuable or semi-precious materials (such as precious or semi-precious stones or precious stones, or precious metals (such as gold, silver, platinum, etc., or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof); and/or semi-precious metals ( Made of, for example, brass, chalk, steel, nickel, etc., or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof).

The collection may be made of a non-proprietary expensive or semi-precious material such as plastic. For example, non-proprietary precious or semi-precious materials may include a substantially relative reuse value and/or reuse value, such as when separated from the container.

Collectibles can be valued or valuable from non-material aspects. For example, the collection may include a limited edition such as a limited edition shape, color, and the like.

The collectible may represent a substantial value relative to the remainder of the container or container or other materials of the container.

The collection may comprise, consist of, or be made of substantially no value or less expensive material. The collection may be made of or contained in a plastic or polymer (for example, as an additive to a masterbatch, such as for the production of plastic or artifacts (e.g., PET containers, etc.).

The collection may include or be attached to, or operatively associated with, a septum or closure.

In accordance with a sixth aspect of the present invention, a seal assembly or apparatus is provided that is configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid, the assembly or device comprising a collectible.

The collection can be configured to attach to the container to remove the collection from the container Or disassembly will substantially prevent reuse of the container.

The collection can be attached to the container non-removably. The collection can be permanently adhered to the container. The collection can be welded or fused to the container.

According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, there is provided a container suitable for use in a second and / or fifth aspect and/or a first and / or third and / or sixth aspect of the present invention Or a collection in or on the device.

The collection can be configured to be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. The collection may be configured to be attached to and/or contained within the container such that the collection can be detached from the container only by damaging the container such that the container becomes substantially unusable.

The collection can be configured to be non-detachably attached to the container. The collection can be configured to adhere to the container substantially permanently. The collection can be configured to be welded or fused to the container.

The collection may comprise, for example, a ring or disc provided in or on the neck or mouth portion of the container.

The collection may contain, for example, a frangible membrane configured to break upon initial opening.

Collections can contain valuable or semi-precious materials.

In accordance with an eighth aspect of the present invention, a seal assembly or apparatus is provided that is configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device comprising the first body portion can be configured to rotate in a first direction during an initial or first phase or step of opening or can be in a first direction during an initial or first phase or step of opening Rotating and rotating in a second or opposite direction during or after the second phase or step of opening or may be in the second or phase during the subsequent or second phase or step of opening Rotate in the opposite direction.

Open the initial or first opening of the container that can be included.

The first body portion is axially moveable relative to the second body portion and/or the container for sealing the initial opening of the assembly or device or container.

The initial or first stage or step of opening and/or subsequent or second stage or step may comprise axial movement of the first body portion relative to the container and/or the second body portion for initial opening of the container or device or seal Assembly. The initial or first phase or step of opening may include a first axial movement. The subsequent or second phase or step of opening may include a second or other axial movement.

Subsequent or second stage or step may comprise axial and/or rotational movement of the first body portion and the second body portion relative to the container, such as one of the first and second body portions being linked, combined, integrated or synchronized Move to and/or rotate.

The axial movement of the first body portion for initially opening the assembly or device or container relative to the container and/or the second body portion may be in the same first axial direction. The axial movement of the first body portion for initially opening the assembly or device or container relative to the container and/or the second body portion can be toward the container.

The second body portion can be axially closer to the container than the first body portion in use. The container may define a first axial direction from the mouth or neck portion toward the bottom of the container or the body or chamber. The container may define a second axial direction from the bottom of the container or the body or chamber toward the mouth or neck portion. The second body portion can be more axially closer to the bottom of the container or the body or chamber than the first body portion in use.

The seal assembly or device can be configured to be removed or at least partially removed from the mouth or neck portion of the container after the second phase or step of opening. The first and/or second body portion can be hit The second stage or step of opening is removed from the mouth or neck portion of the container in the second axial direction. The second axial direction may be substantially opposite the first axial direction.

The seal assembly or device can include a separable connection for at least partially separating the seal assembly or at least a portion or substantial portion of the device from the container. The detachable connection can comprise a frangible connection portion. The detachable connection can be positioned, placed or placed internally. For example, the detachable connection can be protected, protected, or shielded from access, inspection, or contact, such as by sealing the assembly or a portion of the device and/or a portion of the container to protect, protect, or obscure. The detachable connection can be located in an intended passage or flow path of the contents of the container. The detachable connection can be located in or within the neck or mouth portion of the container and/or within or between adjacent neck or mouth portions of the seal assembly or device. The seal assembly or device can be configured to separate the separable connections during the subsequent or second phase or step of initial opening of the container.

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

The method can include applying a force axially toward the container and/or the second body portion to the first body portion of the seal assembly or device and rotating the first body relative to the container and/or the second body portion in a first direction Portioning the first body portion toward the container and/or the second body portion; and applying a force axially toward the container and/or the second body portion to the first body portion of the seal assembly or device and in a second direction relative to The container and/or the second body portion rotates the first body portion to advance the first body portion toward the container and/or the second body portion.

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

The method can include rotating the first body portion in a first direction during a first or initial phase or step of opening. The method can include rotating the first body portion in a second direction during a subsequent or second phase or step of opening.

The method can 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 can include at least partially axially removing at least a portion of the first body portion from the mouth or neck portion of the container. The method can include at least partially axially removing the first portion of the mouth or neck portion away from the container in a substantially opposite direction from the advancement, such as during the first or initial phase or step of opening and/or subsequent or the second phase or step At least a portion of the body portion.

The method can include re-sealing the container with a substantially new or different sealing assembly or device or at least with a substantially different or new first body portion.

In accordance with a tenth aspect of the present invention, a seal assembly or apparatus is provided that is configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid.

The assembly or device may be reconfigured from a first configuration corresponding to the closed container configuration to a second configuration corresponding to the open container configuration; and wherein the assembly or device is not reconfigurable from the second configuration In the first configuration.

The seal assembly or device may not be suitable for resealing. The resealing can include a resealing.

At least a portion of the seal assembly or device can be configured to be applied into or into the mouth or neck portion of the container.

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

The second configuration can include a predetermined configuration or shape or configuration.

The assembly or device may be configured to be at least partially removed but no longer applied or reinserted, such as reinserted and/or resealed or reapplied.

The first configuration can include an extended configuration or a vertically extended configuration.

The second configuration can include a shortened or compressed configuration or a longitudinal compressed configuration.

The first configuration may correspond to substantially opening the assembly or device configuration.

The second configuration may correspond to a substantially closed assembly or device configuration.

The assembly or device may comprise at least two relatively movable parts, elements or members. The relatively movable portion can include a first body portion and/or a second body portion.

The assembly or device may include a locking member or component to prevent reconfiguration from the second configuration to the first configuration. The locking member or component can comprise at least one of: a jaw; and/or a latch; and/or an intermeshing coupling arrangement, such as a bayonet assembly; and/or a key, such as a keyed accessory;

The assembly or device can be configured to prevent reuse of the threads in the second configuration. The thread can be configured to at least assist in reconfiguring the assembly or device from the first configuration to the second configuration.

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

The assembly or device may be heavier from the first configuration by moving 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 Configured as a second configuration. The assembly or device can be configured to translate axially and/or in a first and optionally second rotational direction to move from the first position to the second position.

The assembly or device can be configured to be in the initial or first phase or staging period of opening Rotating in a first rotational direction and axially translating in a first axial direction such that the first distance or spacing or separation is substantially reduced. The assembly or device may be configured to rotate in a second direction of rotation during the subsequent or second phase or staging of the opening and to translate axially in the first axial direction such that the second distance or spacing or separation is substantially cut back.

The assembly or device may include a first thread or a first engagement element for engaging the first thread for screwing in a first direction of rotation, such as during an initial or first phase or staging of opening. The assembly or device may include a second thread or a second engagement element for engaging the second thread for screwing in a second direction of rotation or during a subsequent or second phase or staging of opening. The first and/or second engagement elements can include one or more protrusions and/or depressions (eg, pins and/or slots). The first engagement element can comprise a second engagement element. For example, one or more protrusions and/or depressions may be adapted and/or configured to engage the first thread and the second thread.

The assembly or device can include threads and/or engagement elements. The threads and/or the engagement elements can be removed or at least partially removable with the assembly or device.

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

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

The first and/or second distance or spacing or separation may comprise a separation by a tamper-evident member such as defined by a tamper-evident member prior to unsealing and/or at least partial removal of the tamper-evident member At least part of the distance or interval.

According to an eleventh aspect of the invention, there is provided a container comprising any other aspect of a seal assembly or device and/or a valuable or semi-precious component or member and/or collectible.

Preferably, another sealing member is provided. For example, a stopper, lid or lid (eg, a cork) can be provided for subsequently sealing the container after initially opening the container. Other sealing components may be provided for use after removal of the seal assembly or device (eg, after initially opening the seal assembly or device). Reconfiguring the seal assembly or device and/or container from the first or initial configuration (eg, prior to initial opening) to a second or subsequent configuration (eg, during or after initial opening) may result in a seal assembly or The device is not suitable for resealing and/or renders the container unsuitable for resealing by the seal assembly or device.

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

The method can include pre-assembling the seal assembly or device prior to installing or mounting the seal assembly or device in or on the container or prior to installation or installation to the container.

The method can include, for example, installing or mounting a first portion of the seal assembly to the container for the containment container after the container has been filled. It will be appreciated that it is not necessary to occupy the entire volume of the container immediately after filling (for example, where the container is filled with liquid, one portion of the container may not be occupied by the liquid in order to allow the gas portion to accommodate a certain pressure change and/or filling of the liquid. Filling the container may include partially filling the container in terms of tolerance without loss. The container can be filled (eg, with a liquid) and then closed with a first portion of the seal assembly. The installation or installation of the first portion of the seal assembly may include a first method of installation or installation. The first method of installation or installation may include a method compatible with the contents of the container. For example, where the container is filled with food, the method of mounting or mounting the first portion of the sealing assembly can include an approval method, such as utilizing a food grade bonding adhesive or the like.

The method can include substantially completely pre-assembling the seal assembly or device. Substantially pre-assembling the seal assembly or device may include fitting a semi-precious component or member or collection and/or a diaphragm or closure into or onto the seal assembly or device or to a seal assembly or device.

The method can include installing or mounting the sealing assembly or device as a single unit in or on the container or mounting or mounting to the container. The method can include substantially integrally installing or mounting the sealing assembly or device substantially in or on the container or mounting or mounting to the container. The method can include installing or mounting the seal assembly or device in or on the container in substantially a single step or mounting or mounting to the container. The method can include installing or mounting the seal assembly or device in or on the container or mounting or mounting to the container to or at least synchronize with the at least partially closed container.

Alternatively, the method can include assembling (such as fully assembling) the seal assembly or device after installing or mounting at least a portion of the seal assembly or device in or on the container or after installation or installation to the container. For example, the method can include placing a semi-precious component or component or a portion or components of the sealing assembly or device in or on the container or before or after installation or installation to the container or Collectibles and / or diaphragms or closures are installed or installed in or on containers or mounted or mounted to containers.

According to a thirteenth aspect of the invention, there is provided a membrane, a closure or membrane for use in a container (such as a container for a liquid) and/or a membrane, a closure or a membrane Diaphragm support member.

The membrane, closure or membrane and/or membrane support member for the membrane, closure or membrane can be configured for installation in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. For example, a membrane, a closure or membrane, and/or a membrane support member for a membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to be mounted to Inside the neck or mouth of the container.

The membrane, closure or membrane may comprise a frangible membrane, such as configured to break upon initial opening.

The membrane support can comprise valuable or semi-precious materials or collectibles.

The membrane support can comprise an annular member such as a ring, an oval ring or a rectangular ring member.

The membrane support member and/or membrane, membrane or closure can be configured to be spaced from the opening or outlet of the container and/or closure. The membrane support member and/or membrane, membrane or closure may comprise a positionable insert that is at least partially inserted into the mouth or neck portion of the container.

The membrane support member and/or membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to be mounted within a fluid passage or through bore of the neck or mouth portion of the container. The membrane support member and the membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to be flush mounted within the fluid passage or through bore of the neck or mouth portion of the container. The membrane support member and the membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to fit within a recess in a passage or through hole in the neck or mouth portion of the container. The membrane support member and the membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to be mounted upstream of the fluid outlet or outlet of the container and/or closure. The diaphragm support member and the diaphragm, closure or membrane can be configured to be axially displaced from the container and/or the sealed container outlet or outlet. The axial displacement can be toward the bottom of the container or the body or chamber, such as a fluid containing body.

The membrane support member and/or membrane, closure or membrane may be substantially non-detachably attached to the container or adhered to the container or integrated into the container.

The membrane support member and the membrane, closure or membrane can be pre-assembled prior to installation in or on the container. The membrane support member and the membrane, closure or membrane can be configured to be integrally mounted in or on the vessel as a unitary unit, device. Diaphragm support member and diaphragm, dense The closure or membrane can be configured to be co-mounted in or on the container to seal the container.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the invention, a container, such as a glass container for a fluid, is provided. The container can include a body or chamber for containing a fluid. The container may include a port or opening for inserting a fluid into the body or chamber of the container and/or removing fluid from the body or chamber of the container. The container can include a neck portion between the mouth or opening and the body or chamber.

The container may comprise a septum, closure or membrane mounted in the neck portion. The membrane, closure or membrane may be located at a location between the mouth or opening and the body or chamber of the container, such as in the middle. The diaphragm, closure or membrane can be mounted at the middle or middle section of the neck portion. The diaphragm, closure or membrane can be mounted at intervals from the opening or opening. The diaphragm, closure or membrane can be mounted away from the opening or opening. The membrane, closure or membrane may be mounted in the gap between the membrane, the closure or the membrane and the opening or opening. The diaphragm, closure or membrane can form part of the seal assembly.

The septum, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the opening or opening to provide a portion of the neck for receiving another sealing member between the opening or opening and the septum, closure or membrane. For example, another sealing component can include a plug, lid or lid (eg, cork) for subsequently sealing or sealing the container after the container is initially opened by breaking the septum, closure or membrane. The spacer membrane, closure or membrane and port or opening may allow another sealing component to be located, at or in the mouth or opening of the container, such as to allow for the possibility of not contacting or interfering with the diaphragm, closure or membrane. Position down. The other sealing component can form an additional seal or seal prior to initial opening. The other sealing component can be at least partially placed or can be located, on or in the mouth or opening prior to opening or breaking the membrane, closure or membrane.

The septum, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the opening or opening to obstruct access to the septum, closure or membrane. For example, a spacer membrane, a closure or a membrane with a port or opening can be such as Removal and/or replacement of the diaphragm, closure or membrane during or during unsealing or other undesirable activities.

The membrane, closure or membrane may be spaced from the mouth or opening to obstruct access to the membrane, closure or membrane. The mouth or opening may define a restraining or limiting aperture such that finger access to the diaphragm, closure or membrane may be impeded.

The septum, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the mouth or opening such that the septum, closure or membrane is visible through the unmasked portion of the container, such as laterally through the transparent or opaque portion of the container. The septum, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the opening or opening such that the septum, closure or membrane may be visible through an at least partially transparent or translucent neck portion. The membrane, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the opening or opening such that the membrane, closure or membrane may be hidden or obscured in an opaque or translucent portion of the container (eg, another neck portion) or at least a portion of the container. Avoid being visible underneath or adjacent to a portion of the view (eg, another neck portion). For example, the mouth or opening includes a covering (such as another sealing component of the sealing assembly and/or additional components such as shrink wrap, plastic wrap, wax, metal (eg, tin or lead) coating, etc. In the case of a gap, the spacing may allow for visibility of the membrane, closure or membrane. The neck may comprise upper and lower opaque or shaded portions separated by a transparent or translucent portion or window and at least the closure, film or membrane and/or support member may be provided in a transparent or translucent portion or window.

The membrane, closure or membrane may be spaced or spaced from the mouth or opening of the container to provide a substantially floating membrane, closure or membrane.

The membrane, closure or membrane and/or support member for the membrane, closure or membrane may comprise precious or semi-precious materials or collectibles and/or metallic materials, such as food grade metallic materials. For example, the support member can comprise food grade stainless steel. The membrane, closure or membrane may contain food Grade plastic and / or metal materials. For example, the membrane, closure or membrane may comprise polyethylene, such as a polyethylene coated substrate (eg, a foil, sheet, etc.).

The diaphragm, closure or membrane may be non-removably mounted in the neck portion.

The neck portion can include a section that decreases in thickness along the length of the neck between the opening or port and the body or chamber. The reduced thickness section can be located intermediate the length of the neck portion between the opening or port and the body or chamber. The reduced thickness section may correspond to the mounting location of the diaphragm, closure or membrane.

The reduced thickness section can include a step change in thickness from adjacent sections of the neck portion. The reduced thickness section may comprise two adjacent sections from the neck portion (i.e., adjacent sections of the neck portion on each side of the reduced thickness portion, one side being more axially closer to the body of the container than the other side) The step of reducing the thickness of the step.

The section of reduced thickness can be defined by a depression. The recess may comprise an annular recess. The depression can include internal depressions. The depression may comprise an external depression. The recess can include a groove.

The recess can be configured to receive the member. The member received in the recess can comprise a substantially rigid member. The member can comprise a rigid member. The member can be mounted in the recess such that it cannot be removed from the neck portion. The member can comprise a ring or a disc. The components may comprise tamper-evident members and/or collectibles and/or precious or semi-precious materials.

The member may comprise an internal member, such as an internal mounting member. The inner mounting member can comprise an outer contour that is larger than the inner contour of the container of the container. The outer contour of the member can be larger because it defines a cross-sectional dimension that is greater than 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 contour of the component can include an outer diameter. The inner contour of the container can include an inner diameter. The inner contour of the container can be defined by adjacent sections of the neck portion. The container can include a defined one A plurality of internal contours that are smaller than the outline of the member. The member may comprise an outer member, such as an outer mounting member. The member can comprise a collar or sleeve.

Providing such a neck portion may allow for the inclusion of a substantially rigid or rigid member that may otherwise be impossible or at least difficult to install, in particular in a rigid or substantially rigid container, such as a glass container. For example, it may be otherwise impossible to insert a relatively contoured rigid member into a small contoured opening or opening or neck portion or to insert a larger contoured rigid member therethrough so that the rigid member is positioned at the intermediate portion of the neck. Similarly, where a neck portion or a port or opening comprises a larger outer contour (such as an outwardly extending flange), a smaller contoured rigid member is mounted over the larger contoured opening or opening or neck portion for use in the neck Positioning the rigid member at the intermediate portion may otherwise be impossible.

The member can be installed prior to forming or mounting or attaching a portion of the container, the portion of the container to be mounted or attached at least partially defining a mouth or opening. The member can comprise or be included in the first portion of the seal assembly or device. Portions of the container to be installed or attached may include or be included in a second portion of the seal assembly or device. At least a portion of the member can be sandwiched between the two portions of the container. At least a portion of the member can be axially sandwiched between two portions of the container, such as two adjacent wall portions of the glass container.

The inner mounting member can include a support member for the diaphragm, closure or membrane. The support member for the diaphragm, the closure or the membrane may comprise a backing ring, an eyelet, a ring, or the like.

The support member for the diaphragm, closure or membrane may comprise an upper aperture or opening configured to be located further from the body of the container than the lower aperture or opening configured to be closer to the body of the container. The upper aperture may be smaller than the lower aperture, such as having a smaller diameter. The upper aperture may be defined by an upper annular portion of the support member for the diaphragm, closure or membrane. Enclosure, membrane or partition The membrane can be mounted to the underside of the upper annular portion of the support member for the membrane, closure or membrane. The closure, membrane or membrane may be mounted, attached or formed with a support member for the membrane, closure or membrane such that the closure, membrane or membrane is not self-contained for the closure, membrane or membrane when installed in the container The support is removed.

A support for the closure, membrane or membrane can be mounted to the container such that the closure or membrane is visible at least under the support member for the membrane, closure or membrane when installed in the container. For example, where the support member for the membrane, closure or membrane is not transparent or opaque, the support member for the membrane, closure or membrane can be sized to allow the closure or a portion of the membrane to be in the container The body is visible in the direction of the support member for the diaphragm, closure or membrane. Thus, the closure or membrane can be visible at least when opened, broken or broken to allow for the indication of previous opening or unsealing. Positioning the closure or membrane on the body side of the support member for the membrane, closure or membrane may obstruct the closure or membrane from being removed through the mouth or opening of the container and/or obstructing the closure or membrane utilizing a port through the container Replace with a replacement or forged base or diaphragm that is inserted into the opening.

A container can contain a plurality of components. The container may include an inner mounting member and an outer mounting member. The container can include a plurality of internal mounting members. The container can include a plurality of external mounting members.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of sealing a container such as a glass container (for example, a glass bottle for an alcoholic beverage such as premium wine, white wine, whiskey or scotch).

The method can include positioning the septum, closure or membrane at a location between the mouth or opening and the body or chamber of the container, such as in the middle. The method can include closing the closure or The diaphragm is mounted at an intermediate position in the neck portion of the container.

The method can include, for example, installing or mounting a first portion of the seal assembly to the container after the container has been filled to seal the container. It will be appreciated that it is not necessary to occupy the entire volume of the container immediately after filling (for example, where the container is filled with liquid, one portion of the container may not be occupied by the liquid in order to allow the gas portion to accommodate a certain pressure change and/or filling of the liquid. Filling the container may include partially filling the container in terms of tolerance without loss. The first portion of the seal assembly can include a closure or septum for the containment vessel. The first portion of the container can include a support member for the septum, closure or membrane. The container can be filled (eg, with a liquid) and then closed with a first portion of the sealing assembly. The installation or installation of the first portion of the seal assembly may include a first method of installation or installation. The first method of installation or installation may include a method compatible with the contents of the container. For example, where the container is filled with food, the method of mounting or mounting the first portion of the sealing assembly can include an approval method, such as utilizing a food grade bonding adhesive or the like.

The method can include joining similar materials. For example, the second portion of the seal assembly can comprise a material similar to a container. For example, where the container is a glass container, the second portion can comprise a glass portion. The second portion can include a portion that is integrated with the container or mounted or mounted to the container to form a substantially continuous or homogeneous container.

The second part can be used to protect or strengthen the first part. The second portion can substantially prevent access to the first portion and optionally prevent removal of the first portion from the container.

The method can include assembling the outer member to the container prior to integrating, installing, or mounting the second portion of the seal assembly to the container. The seal assembly can include an outer member, such as a sleeve or collar or trim member, for concealing the joint or seam between the container and the second portion of the seal assembly. The outer member can be assembled such that the second part of the sealing assembly is integrated, installed or installed The rear outer member cannot be removed from the container. The second portion of the seal assembly can include a larger outer contour section (such as a widened outer protrusion or flange) such that the outer member is non-removable after integration, installation, or installation of the second portion of the seal assembly / or can not be inserted on the neck part. For example, it may only be possible to mount the outer member to the container prior to integrating, installing or installing the second portion of the sealing assembly.

The method can include axially translating (such as sliding) the outer member along the neck portion after integrating, installing, or installing the second portion of the seal assembly to the container. The outer member is axially translatable along the neck portion to cover at least a portion of the joint or seam between the second portion of the seal assembly and the container.

The method can include securing the outer member to the neck portion after translating the outer member to conceal or cover at least a portion of the joint or seam between the second portion of the seal assembly and the container.

The method can include assembling a plurality of outer members prior to integrating, installing, or installing the second portion of the seal assembly to the container. For example, the upper and lower outer collars can be assembled, such as to cover or hide the upper and lower seams or joints. For example, the second portion of the seal assembly can be formed with a joint or seam, and the joint or seam needs to be hidden.

The method can include integrating, installing or installing a second portion of the seal assembly to the container such that the second portion of the seal assembly is not removable from the container. The method can include bonding, adhering or welding the second portion of the seal assembly to the container. The container may be sealed by the first portion of the sealing assembly such that the second portion of the sealing assembly can be integrated, mounted or mounted to the first portion of the sealing assembly in an alternative manner. For example, where the container is filled with food and the container is sealed by an approved food-grade method of attaching the first portion of the sealing assembly, the second portion of the sealing assembly can be used non-batch Quasi-method integration, installation or installation. The method can include bonding the second portion of the glass of the sealing assembly to the glass container.

The method can include providing an annular bond or joint between the second portion of the seal assembly and the container over the axial length of the neck portion. The second portion of the seal assembly can include an outer sleeve portion for mounting over the neck portion of the smaller diameter container to which the first portion of the seal assembly has been mounted.

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

The method can include opening a glass container, such as a glass bottle for a premium wine such as scotch.

The method can include breaking, rupturing or perforating a membrane, closure or membrane at a location between the mouth or opening of the container and the body or chamber of the container, such as in the middle. The method can include breaking, rupturing or perforating the membrane, closure or membrane at an intermediate location in the neck portion of the container.

The method can include removing the membrane, closure or membrane from the neck portion.

The method can include breaking, breaking or perforating the membrane, closure or membrane with the elongate member. The elongate member can be different from the container, such as independently supplied and/or packaged. The elongated member can include a handle and a blade. The elongate member can include a ritual elongate member such as a dagger, a knife, a short sword, and the like. The elongate member can comprise a collectible or a precious or semi-precious material. The method may further comprise a pre-directing step of removing another sealing member, such as a cork or plug, from the mouth or opening of the container prior to rupturing, breaking or perforating the membrane, closure or membrane with the elongate member.

The method can further comprise breaking the diaphragm, the closure or the membrane with the elongated member A subsequent step of applying another sealing member, such as a cork or plug, to the mouth or opening to reclose or reseal the container after cracking, rupturing or perforating.

According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a kit comprising a container and a sealing assembly and/or a closure, a membrane or membrane and/or a semi-precious, valuable or collectible component according to any other aspect and An elongate member for breaking a closure, membrane or membrane to open a container.

The elongate member can be provided in a kit different from the container. The elongated member can be disconnected from the container.

The kit may include another sealing component that is a sealing component other than the closure. The other sealing component can be at least partially located within the mouth or opening of the container, such as in the kit prior to breaking the closure. The other sealing component can be located entirely within the mouth or opening of the container, such as in the kit prior to breaking the closure. Alternatively, the additional closure component can be located in the kit independently of the container.

The kit can include a package. The package can contain a box, such as a box. The kit can be housed in a package, such as for storage and/or transportation and/or display and/or sale.

According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sealed seal for a closed glass container such as a glass bottle for an alcoholic beverage such as wine or liquor such as premium wine, white wine, whiskey or scotch whisky. to make. The seal assembly can include a first portion for sealing the closed container. The seal assembly can include a second portion for protecting or reinforcing the first portion. The second portion can substantially prevent access to the first portion and optionally prevent removal of the first portion from the container. The second portion can include a glass portion that is integrated with the glass container or mounted or mounted to the glass container to form a substantially continuous or homogeneous glass container. The second portion of the seal assembly can include an upper portion of the neck portion of the smaller diameter container to which the first portion of the seal assembly has been mounted The outer sleeve part is fitted.

The second portion of the seal assembly defines a portion of the glass neck of the container. The second portion of the seal assembly defines the glass opening or opening of the container.

The seal assembly can include a sleeve or collar or trim member for concealing the engagement between the glass container and the second portion of the seal assembly.

According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of manufacturing a glass container such as a glass bottle for an alcoholic beverage such as wine or white wine such as premium wine, white wine, whiskey or scotch. The method can include providing a recess in the neck, mouth or opening of the glass container. The recess can be provided at an intermediate section of the neck portion of the container. The recess may comprise a portion of the reduced thickness of the glass. The recess may comprise a reduced thickness of the glass such that the outer surface of the container remains substantially flush. For example, the recess can include an internal groove.

The method can include installing a glass sleeve to form a neck portion of the glass container and a portion of the mouth or opening. The glass sleeve can include a step change in the inner diameter such that the method can include mounting a glass sleeve to define an inner annular recess in the neck portion between a portion of the glass container to which the glass sleeve is attached and the glass sleeve. The lower portion of the glass sleeve can have a larger inner diameter relative to the upper portion of the glass sleeve to define a step change in inner diameter. The method can include mounting the lower portion of the glass sleeve over a portion of the container having an outer diameter that is smaller than the diameter of the lower portion. The method can include axially inserting a lower portion over the portion of the container for a defined translation length that is less than a physical length of the lower portion. Thus, the method can include a step change in the inner diameter between the upper and lower portions of the adjoining glass sleeve such that the annular recess is defined between the portion of the container and the upper portion of the glass sleeve.

The method can include providing a neck portion and a mouth or by inserting a glass sleeve Open container. The glass sleeve to be mounted may comprise a flange, such as an external protruding edge or the like. The flange can include an upper portion of the sleeve, such as positioned distally from the body of the container. The flange may comprise or constitute a reinforcement of the inner sleeve portion of the container.

The method can include UV bonding the glass sleeve to the container. The method can include a lap joint. The method can include a butt joint.

The method can include the portion of the predetermined size container for receiving the sleeve. For example, the method can include cutting or grinding or grinding the neck of the container to define a lower inner sleeve portion of the neck of the container, the lower inner sleeve of the neck of the container for receiving the glass sleeve to define the neck portion The rest.

The method can include installing, positioning, or installing a member in the recess or at the recess prior to installing or installing the sleeve portion.

The present invention includes one or more corresponding aspects, specific examples, or features in isolation or in various combinations, whether or not specified in the combination or in isolation. For example, it will be readily appreciated that the features described as optional in the first aspect may be additionally applicable to other aspects without the explicit and unnecessary listing of the various combinations and permutations herein.

Additionally, corresponding components for performing one or more of the discussion functions are also within the scope of the invention.

It should be understood that one or more specific examples/embodiments may be suitable for sealing or opening a seal or container.

The above summary is intended to be illustrative only and not limiting.

As used herein, the term "comprising" is intended to include at least: "consisting of", "consisting essentially of", "including", and "for". For example, it should be understood that the device can be "included In the case of a first body portion, the device may "include a first body portion" (and other components as appropriate); the device "may be a first body portion"; or the device may "consisting of a first body portion"; For the sake of brevity and clarity, the entire permutation of each of the "including" is not specifically stated.

This and other aspects of the present invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which FIG. 1 is a first specific embodiment in accordance with the invention in an initial, first or closed configuration for use on a container Figure 2 is an exploded side view of the seal assembly or device of Figure 1; Figure 3 is the seal assembly of Figure 1 with the first body portion in the first intermediate position. Or a cross-sectional side view of the device; Figure 4 is a cross-sectional side view of the seal assembly or device of Figure 1 with the first body portion in a second intermediate position; and Figure 5 is where the first body portion is in the middle A cross-sectional side view of the seal assembly or device of Figure 1 in a position; Figure 6 is a view of Figure 1 in which the seal assembly or device is in a second or open configuration in which the seal assembly or device is substantially removed. A cross-sectional side view of the seal assembly or device; Figure 7 is a cross-sectional side view of the seal assembly or device of Figure 1 prior to mounting or mounting the seal assembly or device to the container or prior to installation or installation to the container Figure 8 is for forming a second specific having the present invention The configuration of the components shown in the cross-sectional side view of the container of the sealing assembly or device of the example; FIG. 9 is the cross-section of the container having the sealing assembly of the selected member having the specific example of FIG. Figure 10 is a container and sealing assembly of Figure 9 showing the filled container and the first portion of the sealing assembly assembled prior to installation; Figure 11 is the container and sealing assembly of Figure 9 showing the filling a container, a first portion of the sealing assembly mounted to one portion of the container to contain the contents of the container, and a second portion of the sealing assembly assembled prior to installation; Figure 12 is a container and sealing assembly of Figure 9 showing filling a container and a second portion of the seal assembly of the container that is mounted to a portion of the container to form a first portion of the seal assembly; and Figure 13 is a container having a seal assembly having selected members of the embodiment of Figure 8; a second cross-sectional exploded assembly; Figure 14 is a cross-sectional view of the container and seal assembly of Figure 13 showing the first portion of the sealed assembly with the filled container and a portion of the container sealed to contain the contents of the container And a second portion of the seal assembly and two outer collars assembled prior to installation; Figure 15 is a cross-sectional view of the container and seal assembly of Figure 13, showing the filled container, mounted to one of the containers a second portion of the seal assembly of the container in which the contents of the container are sealed and a portion of the container that is attached to the container to form a first portion of the seal assembly and assembled on the neck portion of the container Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the container and seal assembly of Figure 13 showing the second embodiment of the sealed assembly of the container with the filled container and the container mounted to the container to form the first portion of the seal assembly a portion and a lower portion of the two collars that translate downwardly along the neck portion for hiding a seam or joint between the second portion of the seal assembly and a portion of the container; Figure 17 is a side elevational view of the container of Figure 16 with the other sealing member and container inverted to show the sealing of the first portion of the sealing assembly; Figure 18 is a detailed side view of the sealing assembly of Figure 17; 20 is a side view of a container and another sealing member and a kit for opening an elongated member of the container housed in the package; FIG. 20 is a side view of the container of FIG. 19, wherein the elongated 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 pour the contents of the container; Figure 22 is a side elevational view of the open container of Figure 20 shown in an upright position with another sealing member inserted therein; and Figure 23 is Figure 22 is a detailed side view of the seal assembly of the container to show the fracture seal or diaphragm of the seal assembly.

Referring initially to Figures 1 and 2, a seal assembly or apparatus 10 in accordance with a first embodiment of the present invention is shown. The seal assembly or device 10 is configured to be applied to the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14 (partially shown), such as the container 14 for liquid. The assembly or device 10 includes a first body portion 16. The assembly or device 10 includes a tamper-evident member 18 that is configured to be substantially in use between the first body portion 16 and the container 14 for liquid. The tamper-evident member 18 is configured to maintain the position or spacing of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and/or relative to the second body portion 20 prior to initially opening the seal assembly or device 10.

With this configuration, the tamper-evident member 18 acts as a structural member of the seal assembly or device 10 (before removal).

The tamper-evident member 18 includes a tear strip. The tamper evident member 18 extends circumferentially around the seal assembly or at least a portion of the device 10 and the container 14.

In the particular example shown, the tamper-evident member 18 is configured to maintain the first body portion 16 such as relative to the container 14 and/or the second body when a load, such as an axial load, is applied to the first body portion 16. The longitudinal or axial position of portion 20.

The tamper evident member 18 is configured to at least partially absorb and/or transfer an impact load applied to one of the first body portions 16. The tamper-evident member 18 is configured to prevent or attempt to prevent movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 prior to initially opening the seal assembly or device 10. For example, the tamper-evident member 18 is configured to prevent or attempt to prevent the first body portion 16 from moving toward and/or away from the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20.

The first body portion 16 includes a first cylindrical member or cover having a first sleeve portion. The second body portion 20 includes a second cylindrical member or a second sleeve portion. The tamper evident member 18 includes structural members. The tamper evident member 18 includes a substantially rigid member and is configured to provide a seal, such as axial or longitudinal stiffness, to the seal assembly or device 10. The tamper-evident member 18 includes a pick-up projection. In the particular embodiment shown, the tamper-evident member 18 includes a ring member spacer; which in the illustrated embodiment is frangible and removable in the second configuration. In other embodiments, the tamper-evident member may be partially removable in the second configuration (eg, remaining at least partially attached to the sealing assembly device and/or container).

The tamper evident member 18 is attached to the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20. In the particular example shown, the tamper-evident member 18 is attached to both the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20 about its respective first and second circumferential ends.

In the particular example shown, the tamper-evident member 18 includes a variable strength, Variable hardness, variable cross-sectional area and variable thickness. The tamper-evident member 18 includes variable strength, variable stiffness, variable cross-sectional area, and variable thickness along its length (eg, along the circumferential length), such as around the circumference of the tamper-evident member 18. In the particular example shown, the tamper evident member 18 includes a thick portion 22 and a thin portion 24.

The tamper-evident member 18 includes a single or unique component for positioning or spacing the first body portion 16 relative to the container 12 and/or the second body portion 20 prior to opening.

The seal assembly or device 10 includes a biasing member 26, such as for biasing the first body portion 16 toward the first configuration. In the particular example shown, the biasing member 26 includes a spiral or coil spring.

The seal assembly or device 10 includes a component 28 for cutting, piercing, penetrating, removing or moving the diaphragm or closure 30.

In the particular example shown, the seal assembly or device 10 includes a precious or semi-precious component or member or collection 32. A valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is operatively associated with the diaphragm, closure or membrane 30 to provide a containment assembly 27.

The valuable or semi-precious components or components or collectibles 32 are configured to provide the container 14 with a higher reuse value than reuse after initial opening or use. In this way, counterfeiting using the original container 14 is alleviated.

The precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is configured to be attached to the container 14 such that removal or removal of the valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 from the container 14 will substantially prevent further refilling of the container 14. use. A valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is non-detachably attached to the container 14. The precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is substantially permanently adhered to the container 14. Valuable or semi-precious components or components or collectibles 32 are welded or fused to the container 14. In other embodiments, the precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is glued to the container 14; or comprises the coating or insertion or attachment of the container 14 and/or the sealing assembly or device 10.

The valuable or semi-precious components or components or collectibles 32 are configured to provide the container 14 with a higher reuse value than reuse after initial opening or use. The valuable or semi-precious component or component or collection 32 represents a substantial value relative to the remainder of the container 14 or container 14 or other materials of the container 14.

A valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is attached to the container 14 such that removal or removal of the valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 from the container 14 will substantially prevent reuse of the container 14.

In the particular example shown, the container 14 contains a bottle, such as for an alcoholic beverage (eg, containing wine or white wine, such as premium wine, white wine, whiskey, or scotch), which is a glass bottle. A valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is provided in or on the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14. The mouth or neck portion 12 is, for example, cylindrical in its interior and/or exterior.

The precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 comprises a ring, disc or ring member. In the particular embodiment shown, the valuable component or component or collection 32 contains a gold ring. In other embodiments, the precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is made of another conventional precious or semi-precious material (such as a precious or semi-precious stone or gemstone, or a precious metal (such as silver, platinum, etc., or an alloy thereof). , mixtures or other derivatives); and/or semi-precious metals (such as brass, chalk, steel, nickel, etc., or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof).

In still other embodiments, the precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is made of a non-proprietary or semi-precious material such as plastic to reconstitute the valuable or semi-precious The piece or component or collection 32 derives at least a portion of its value or value from a non-material aspect. For example, the collection may include a limited edition, such as a limited edition shape, color, and the like. In some embodiments, the precious or semi-precious component or component or collectible 32 is comprised of a plastic or polymer (eg, as an additive to the masterbatch, such as for the production of plastic or artifacts (eg, PET containers, etc.) )) made or contained in the plastic or polymer.

In the particular embodiment shown, the precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 includes a diaphragm support member. The precious or semi-precious components or members or collectibles 32 and the diaphragm or closure 30 are configured to be spaced from the container and the sealed opening or outlet. The precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 and the septum or closure 30 comprise a positionable insert that is at least partially inserted into the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14; configured to be flush Mounted in the fluid passage or through hole of the neck or mouth portion 12 of the container. The precious or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 and diaphragm or closure 30 are configured to be mounted downstream of the fluid outlet or outlet of the container 14 from the container outlet or outlet of the container 14 toward the bottom or body of the container 14. Or the chamber is axially displaced.

A valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 is attached to the container 14 such that the valuable or semi-precious component or member or collectible 32 can be detached or removed from the container 14 only by damaging the container 14 such that the container 14 It becomes virtually impossible to use.

The precious or semi-precious component or component or collection 32 includes a frangible membrane or closure 30 that is configured to break upon initial opening.

The first body portion 16 is configured to rotate in a first direction (eg, clockwise) during an initial or first phase or step of opening or may be in a first direction during an initial or first phase or step of opening (eg, Rotate clockwise) and rotate in the second or opposite direction (eg counterclockwise) after the opening or during the second phase or step or may be followed by a second or second Rotate in a second or opposite direction (eg, counterclockwise) during a phase or step. Open the initial or first opening of the containing container 14.

The first body portion 16 is axially moveable relative to the second body portion 20 and/or the container 14 for initially opening the seal assembly or device 10 or container 14. The initial or first stage or step of opening and/or subsequent or second stage or step includes axial movement of the first body portion 16 relative to the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 for initial opening of the container 14 or device Or seal the assembly 10. The initial or first phase or step of opening includes a first axial movement. The subsequent or second phase or step of opening includes a second or other axial movement.

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

The second body portion 20 is axially closer to the container 14 than the first body portion 16 in use. The container 14 defines a first axial direction from the mouth or neck portion 12 toward the bottom of the container 14 or the body or chamber (not shown). The container 14 defines a second axial direction from the bottom of the container 14 or the body or chamber toward the mouth or neck portion 12. The second body portion 20 is more axially closer to the bottom or body or chamber of the container 14 than the first body portion 16 in use.

In use, the container is axially biased toward the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 to the first body portion 16 of the seal assembly or device 10 and relative to the container 14 in a first direction and/or The second body portion 20 rotates the first body portion 16 to advance the first body portion 16 toward the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20, as shown in the progression of Figures 1 through 3 and 4. Thereafter, a force is applied axially toward the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 to the total seal Or the first body portion 16 of the device 10, and the first body portion 16 rotates in a second direction relative to the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 to advance the first toward the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20 Body portion 16.

Thus, the first body portion 16 is axially advanced toward the container 14 and/or the second body portion 20, as shown in the progression of Figures 4-5. It should be understood that the biasing member 26 is omitted from Figures 3 through 6 (but in a specific example) for clarity.

The assembly or device 10 includes at least two relatively movable portions, elements or members that include the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20 of the particular embodiment shown.

The assembly or device 10 is configured to prevent reuse of the threads in the second configuration. The threads are configured to at least assist in reconfiguring the assembly or device 10 from the first configuration to the second configuration. In the particular embodiment shown, the assembly or device 10 includes threads. In the particular embodiment shown, the assembly or device 10 includes a first thread and a first engagement element for engaging the first thread for, for example, during the initial or first phase or staging of the opening Screw in a direction of rotation. The assembly or device includes a second thread and a second engagement element for engaging the second thread for screwing in a second direction of rotation, such as during a subsequent or second phase or staging of opening. The first and second engagement elements include protrusions. The threads are removable or at least partially removable with the assembly or device 10.

The assembly or device 10 can be self-contained by moving the first body portion 16 from a first position relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20 to a second position relative to the container 14 and the second body portion 20. The state is reconfigured into a second configuration. The assembly or device 10 is configured to translate axially and rotate in a first rotational direction and then axially translate and rotate in a second rotational direction to move from a first position to a second position.

The assembly or device 10 is configured to rotate in a first rotational direction and axially translate in a first axial direction during an initial or first phase or staging of opening such that the first distance or spacing or separation is substantially cut back. The assembly or device 10 is configured to rotate in a second rotational direction and to axially translate in a first axial direction during a subsequent or second phase or staging of opening such that the second distance or spacing or separation is substantially cut back. The first distance or spacing or separation includes at least a portion of the separation or distance or spacing between the first body portion 16 and the second body portion 20.

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

The first distance or spacing or separation includes a separation or distance or spacing defined by the tamper-evident member 18 (such as defined by the tamper-evident member 18 prior to unsealing and/or at least partial removal of the tamper-evident member 18) At least part.

The assembly or device 10 can be reconfigured between a first configuration corresponding to the closed configuration as shown in Figure 1 and a second configuration corresponding to the open configuration as shown in Figure 6. The assembly or device 10 may not be reconfigured from the second configuration to the first configuration. The seal assembly or device 10 is not suitable for resealing. The seal 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 phase or step of opening. The first and second body portions can be removed from the mouth or neck portion 12 of the container 14 in a second axial direction after the second phase or step of opening. The second axial direction is substantially opposite the first axial direction.

The first configuration consists of an extended configuration or a vertically extended configuration. The second configuration consists of a compressed configuration or a vertically extended configuration. The first configuration corresponds to substantially opening the assembly or device 10 configuration. The second configuration corresponds to a substantially closed assembly or device 10 configuration.

Assembly or device 10 includes a locking member or member 34 to prevent protection from the second configuration Reconfiguration to the first configuration. In the particular embodiment shown, the locking member or member 32 includes an intermeshing coupling arrangement, such as a bayonet fitting; a keyed; and a left hand thread. The threads are configured to at least assist in reconfiguring 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 threads in the second configuration. In the particular embodiment shown, the assembly or device includes threads (provided on the second body portion 20 and the locking member or member 32). The threads can be removed entirely with the seal assembly or device 20.

The seal assembly or device 10 includes a separable connection 35 for at least partially separating at least a portion or substantial portion of the seal assembly or device 10 from the container 14. The detachable connection 35 includes a frangible connection portion. The detachable connection 35 is internally positioned, placed or placed. In the particular embodiment shown, the detachable connection 35 is protected, protected or shielded from access, inspection or contact by a portion of the container 14. Thus, the detachable connection 35 is protected, protected or shielded from sporadic separation, damage (eg, shipping damage), or unintended access (eg, unpacking). The detachable connection 35 is located in the intended flow path of the contents of the container 14. The detachable connection 35 is located in or within the neck or mouth portion of the container 14. The seal assembly or device 10 is configured to separate the separable connection 35 during a subsequent or second phase or step of initially opening the container 14.

Another sealing member 36 is provided for resealing the container 14 after opening as shown in FIG. For example, a stopper, lid or lid (eg, a cork) is used to subsequently seal the container 14 after initially opening the container 14. Another sealing component 34 is provided for use after removal of the seal assembly or device 10 (e.g., after initially opening the seal assembly or device 10). Reconfiguration of the seal assembly or device 10 and/or container 14 from a first or initial configuration (eg, prior to initial opening) to a second or subsequent configuration (eg, during or after initial opening) such that the seal assembly or Device 10 is not suitable for use in resealing container 14. In other specific examples, this reconfiguration additionally or alternatively The device is not suitable for resealing by the seal assembly or device 10. In other embodiments, the seal assembly or device includes components for maintaining at least a portion of the seal assembly or device, such as on the mouth or neck portion of the container.

FIG. 7 shows the seal assembly or device 10 prior to mounting or mounting the seal assembly or device 10 to the container 14 or to the container 14. In the particular embodiment shown, the seal assembly or device 10 is substantially fully pre-assembled. The pre-assembly includes a semi-precious component or member or collection 32 and a membrane or closure 30 in the particular embodiment shown. Thus, substantially the entire seal assembly or device 10 can be used to seal the container 14. In an alternative embodiment, the seal assembly or device can be assembled after at least a portion of the seal assembly or device is mounted or mounted in or on the container or mounted or mounted to the container. For example, semi-precious components or components or collectibles and/or diaphragms or closures may be installed or installed in or on a container or installed or installed prior to installation or installation of the remainder of the seal assembly or device. To the container.

Referring now to Figure 8, Figure 8 shows a configuration of a member in a cross-sectional side view for forming a container 114 having a sealing assembly or device 110 in accordance with a second embodiment of the present invention. The container 114 and seal assembly of Figure 8 are generally similar to the container and seal assembly shown in Figure 1, wherein like features are indicated by like reference numerals incremented by 100. Accordingly, the container 114 includes a neck portion 112 and the seal assembly or device 110 of FIG. 8 includes a diaphragm or closure 130.

In the particular embodiment shown, the container 114 is illustrated as a glass container for a fluid such as an alcoholic beverage (eg, premium or white wine, such as whiskey or scotch). The container 114 includes a body or chamber 113 for containing fluid.

The seal assembly or device 110 includes a support having a closure or diaphragm 130 and a gasket for retaining the closure or diaphragm 130 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 The first portion of member 132. It will be appreciated that for clarity, the first portion is shown herein in both a plan view and a cross-sectional view; it should be understood that only a single first portion can be presented. Here, the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 comprises a material such as a semi-precious material in the form of a stainless steel food grade. Here, the closure, film or membrane 130 comprises a food grade closure in the form of a food grade polyethylene coated foil or sheet substrate.

The support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 includes an upper aperture or opening 131 configured to be further from the body or chamber 113 of the container 114 than the lower aperture or opening 133, the lower aperture or opening 133 being configured It is further away from the body or chamber 113 of the container 114. The upper aperture 131 has a smaller diameter than the lower aperture 133. The upper aperture 131 is defined by an upper annular portion of the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or diaphragm 130. A closure or diaphragm 130 is mounted to the underside of the upper annular portion of the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 (as seen in Figure 10) to provide a sealing assembly 133. As will be appreciated from Figure 12, the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 constitutes the internal mounting member of the particular embodiment shown.

The seal assembly or device 110 further includes a second portion, shown here in the form of two tubular portions 140, 142 of a sleeve for forming a portion of the neck portion 112 and defining the opening or opening 115 of the container 114.

The configuration shown in Figure 8 also includes two outer members 150, 152 in the form of two annular collars for external mounting. The particular outer members 150, 152 shown include a collection in the form of a silver or silver plated ring with an optional engraving or decoration. In addition, another sealing member 160 is illustrated in the form of a cork or plug.

Reference is now made to Fig. 9 (which shows a selected component having a specific example of Fig. 8 The seal assembly or cross-sectional disassembly assembly of the container 114 of the device 110, it is seen that the container 114 has been predetermined in size by removing the original port or opening 115 of the container 114. Additionally, it will be appreciated that the material has been removed from the outer surface of the remaining neck portion 112 to provide a reduced thickness and a reduced outer diameter of the remaining neck portion 112. Accordingly, the lower inner sleeve portion 112l of the neck portion 112 of the container 114 is defined for receiving a second portion of the seal assembly or device 110 to define the remainder of the neck portion 112. The outer shoulder 144 is thus also established in the direction of the body or chamber 113 of the container 114.

Referring now to Figure 10, there is shown the container and seal assembly of Figure 9 showing a container 114 filled with a liquid 117 and a first portion of a seal composition or device 110 assembled prior to installation. It will be appreciated that it is not necessary to occupy the entire volume of the container 114 immediately after filling (e.g., one portion of the container 114 is not occupied by liquid to allow the gas portion to accommodate a certain pressure change and/or fill tolerance of the liquid without loss). Filling the container 114 includes partially filling the container 114. To support the liquid 117 in the body or chamber 113 of the container 114, the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 is bonded to the apparent or transition opening of the container, as shown in FIG. In the particular embodiment shown, this is achieved by a food grade adhesive suitable for long-term contact with an alcoholic beverage, similar to the closure or membrane 130 and the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130. side. Thus, the container 114 is filled and then closed in a sealed assembly or first portion of the device 110.

Figure 11 also shows a second portion 143 of the seal assembly assembled from the two tubular portions 140, 142 prior to installation into the inner sleeve portion 112l of the container 114 to form the neck portion 112. Here, the two tubular portions 140, 142 are glass and have been UV bonded together to form a substantially homogeneous sleeve having an upper outer flange 145 and a reduced thickness lower end.

The different diameters and lengths of the tubular portions 140, 142 result in a step of the inner diameter Variety. In particular, the outer tubular portion 140 defines a lower portion of one of the sleeves 143 having a larger inner diameter relative to the upper portion of the sleeve 143 defined by the inner tubular portion 142. Thus, when the second portion 143 is mounted over the inner sleeve portion 112l (as shown in Figure 12), the first portion 129 of the seal assembly or device 110 is axially sandwiched within the inner sleeve portion 112l of the container 114 and sealed. The assembly or the second portion 143 of the device 110 is between.

The second portion 143 of the seal assembly or device 110 is continuously axially mounted above the lower sleeve 112l by the translational length defined by the outer tubular portion 140 abutting the shoulder 144. The translation length corresponding to the length of the lower neck portion 112l is smaller than the length of the reduced thickness portion (in the case where the inner tubular portion 142 is not present, corresponding to the lower portion of the second portion 143) such that the recess 147 is formed.

The container 114 is sealed by the first assembly 129 of the seal assembly or device 110 such that the second assembly 143 of the seal assembly or device 110 can be integrated, mounted or mounted to the first portion 129 of the seal assembly or device 110 in an alternative manner. Here, where the container 114 is filled with food and the container 114 is sealed by an approved food grade method that attaches the first assembly 129 of the seal assembly or device 110, the second portion 143 of the seal assembly or device 110 can be used non- Integrate, install, or install by approving methods.

The second portion 143 overlaps the lower sleeve portion 112l and is combined with the annular lap UV to form the container 114 into which the first portion 129 of the seal assembly 110 is integrated. Accordingly, the container 114 is substantially homogeneous and continuous, with a port or opening 115 for removing liquid 117 from the body or chamber 113 of the container 114, and the neck portion 112 is between the port or opening 115 and the body or chamber 113. extend.

The second portion 143 of the seal assembly or device 110 is integrated into the container 114 to The second portion 143 of the seal assembly or device 110 is formed into an integral portion and is not removable from the container 114. The second portion 143 protects or reinforces the first portion 129. The second portion 143 substantially prevents access to the first portion 129 and prevents removal of the first portion 129 from the container 114.

As can be seen from the assembled container 114 of FIG. 12, the container 114 includes a closure or septum 130 mounted at the intermediate section 165 of the neck portion 112. The closure or septum 130 is spaced from the port or opening 115 and has a void between the closure or septum 130 and the opening or opening 115. The closure or septum 130 is spaced or spaced from the opening or opening to obstruct access to the closure or septum 130. For example, the spacer or diaphragm 130 and the opening or opening may obstruct the removal and/or replacement of the closure or diaphragm 130, such as during or during unsealing or other undesirable activities.

A closure or septum 130 is spaced from the port or opening 115 to obstruct access to the closure or septum 130. The mouth or opening 115 defines a restraining or limiting aperture such that access to the fingers of the closure or diaphragm 130 is obstructed.

The closure or septum 130 is spaced or spaced from the port or opening 115 such that the closure or septum 130 is visible through the neck portion 112, and the neck portion 112 is at least partially transparent or translucent above and below the closure, membrane or membrane 130. Here, the closure, membrane or membrane 130 is visible through one of the transparent portions of the neck portion extending above and below the closure, membrane or membrane 130. The closure, membrane or membrane 130 is visible in the window when sealed and when opened, broken or broken. The closure or septum 130 is spaced or spaced from the mouth or opening 115 of the container to provide a distinct floating closure, membrane or membrane 130.

The neck portion 112 includes a reduced thickness section along the length of the neck portion 112 between the opening or port 115 and the body or chamber 113. The section of reduced thickness is located along the opening or port 115 At an intermediate section 165 that is the length of the neck portion 112 between the body or chamber 113. The reduced thickness section corresponds to the interior recess 147 and the mounting portion of the first portion 129 of the seal assembly or device 110 and the closure or diaphragm 130 and the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or diaphragm 130.

The reduced thickness section includes two adjacent sections from the neck portion 112 (i.e., adjacent sections of the neck portion 112 on each side of the reduced thickness portion, one side being axially closer to the container than the other side) The step of reducing the thickness of the body or chamber 113) of 114.

Here, the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 comprises a rigid member. A support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 is mounted in the recess 147 such that it is not removable from the neck portion 112. Here, the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 includes an outer contour that is larger than the internal contour of the container 114 defined herein by the two adjacent sections of the neck portion 112. The outer contour of the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 is greater in that it defines a cross-sectional dimension that is greater than the cross-sectional dimension of the container 114, the cross-section being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the neck portion 112 of the container 114. The outer contour of the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 is herein the outer diameter and the inner contour of the container 114 is defined by the inner diameter of the adjacent section of the neck portion 112.

This assembly of the neck portion 112 allows for a rigid support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 that may otherwise be impossible or at least difficult to install at the intermediate section 165 of the neck portion 112, particularly because of the container 114 and The container neck portion 112 is also rigid here. For example, any rigid member that is inserted into a larger profile into the mouth or opening 115 or neck portion 112 of the smaller profile or through the port or opening 115 or neck portion 112 of the smaller profile for insertion in the middle section of the neck Positioning the rigid member at 165 may otherwise be impossible.

The closure or diaphragm 130 is associated with a support member for the diaphragm, closure or membrane The attachment, attachment or formation is such that the closure or diaphragm 130 is not removable from the support member 132 for the closure, membrane or membrane 130 when installed in the container 114.

It will be appreciated that the particular embodiment shown in Figures 9-12 does not include externally mounted components 150, 152.

Referring now to Figures 13-18, a container 214 and a seal assembly or device 210 are shown that are generally similar to the container and seal assembly or device shown in Figure 8, wherein like features are indicated by like reference numerals incremented by 100. . Accordingly, the container 214 includes a neck portion 212 and the seal assembly or device 210 of FIG. 13 includes a diaphragm or closure 230.

Figures 13 and 14 are generally similar to Figures 9 and 11, respectively. Accordingly, it should be understood that the container 214 is filled with steps similar to the steps previously shown in Figure 10 and sealed with the first portion of the seal assembly or device 210, but is omitted here for the sake of brevity. The closure, membrane or membrane 230 and support member 232 provide a containment assembly 233.

In addition to installing or integrating the first assembly 229 of the seal assembly or device 210 prior to installing or integrating the second assembly 243 of the seal assembly or device 210, two are assembled prior to installation or integration of the second portion 243 of the seal assembly or device 210. External members or sleeves 250, 252.

Here, when the second portion 243 of the seal assembly or device 210 is pre-assembled by the engagement of the outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242, the upper outer member 250 is secured to the outer surface of the outer tubular portion 240. It should be understood that the outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242 are glass here and joined by UV bonding. The rigid upper outer member 250 can slide up onto the outer surface of the outer tubular portion 240 and be secured in place by an adhesive. Thus, the upper outer member 250 can conceal the upper seam or seam portion between the outer tubular portion 240 and the inner tubular portion 242.

Referring now to Figures 15 and 16, a second portion 243 is shown or assembled with the container 214 after the first portion 229 (Figure 14). In Figure 15, the second portion 243 of the seal assembly or device 210 is mounted or integrated with the container 214, with the lower outer member 250 being loosely placed about the neck portion 212 in the upper position. With the lower outer member 250 in this position, the second portion 243 of the seal assembly or device 210 can be UV bonded to the lower neck portion 212l to form the seal assembly or the first portion 229 of the device 210 is integrated therein and two external The members 250, 252 fit over the container 214 on the neck portion 212 of the container 214.

16 shows a downward translation along the neck portion 212 for concealing the seam or joint between the second portion 243 of the seal assembly or device 210 and the neck portion 2121 of the container 214 (specifically at the shoulder 244). Lower outer member 250. The lower outer member 250 is secured to the neck portion 212 with an adhesive in this position.

The outer members 250, 252 are assembled such that the outer members 250, 252 are not removable from the container 214 after the sealing assembly or the second portion 243 of the device 210 is integrated, installed, or installed. Here, the flange 245 defines a larger outer contour section such that the outer member 250, 252 is not in the neck portion after the sealing assembly or the second portion 243 of the device 210 is integrated, mounted or mounted on the container 214 The body 212 or chamber 213 that is removed (or not insertable into the neck portion 212), the container 214 also has a larger outer contour than the inner contours of the outer members 250, 252, may only be integrated, installed, or sealed. The rigid outer members 250, 252 are previously assembled to the container 214 before the second portion 243 of the device 210. In particular, the larger outer contour of the outwardly extending flange 245 means that a smaller contoured rigid outer member is mounted over the larger contoured opening or opening 215 or neck portion 212 to position the rigid outer member to the neck portion 212. Any intermediate section may be otherwise impossible.

Referring now to Figures 17 and 18, which show a side view and a detailed side view, respectively, of the assembled container 214 of Figure 16, wherein the other sealing member 260 and the container are inverted to show the seal assembly or device 210. The sealing function of the first part 229.

The closure or septum 230 is spaced or spaced from the opening or opening 215 such that the closure or septum 230 is visible adjacent to portions of the non-transparent or opaque container in the form of the outer members 250, 252 in the particular embodiment shown. The closure or septum 230 is spaced or spaced from the port or opening 215 to provide a spacing between the port or opening 215 and the closure or diaphragm in the neck portion 212 for receiving another sealing member 260. Here, another sealing member 260 is embodied as a cork or plug for subsequently sealing or sealing the container 214 after initially opening the container by breaking the closure or diaphragm 230. Separating the closure or septum 230 from the opening or opening 215 allows the other sealing component to be located at, on or in the mouth or opening 215 of the container, such as to allow for the possibility of not contacting or interfering with the closure or diaphragm 230. Positioning in case. As shown in Figures 17 and 18, the other sealing member 260 can form an additional seal or seal prior to initial opening. The other sealing member 260 can be at least partially located at, on, or in the mouth or opening 215 prior to opening or breaking the closure or diaphragm 230.

Referring now to FIG. 19, a side view of a kit 280 including a container 210 fully received in a package 295 and another sealing member 260 of FIG. 17 and an elongated member 290 for opening the container 214 is shown. The package 295 shown is a container 210, another sealing member 260, and a package in which the elongated members are separately housed in the package 295.

As shown in FIG. 20, an elongate member 290 (here embodied as a ritual dagger) is inserted into the mouth or opening 215 to initially open the container 210 by breaking or breaking the closure or septum 230.

A support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 is mounted to the container 214 such that when the closure or membrane 230 is installed in the container 214 (at least when the closure or membrane 230 is broken or broken) for the closure The underside of the support member 232 of the membrane or membrane 230 is visible. Here, where the support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 is opaque or opaque, the support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 is sized to allow for the closure or membrane 230 The ruptured or broken portion is visible adjacent the support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 in the direction of the body or chamber 213 of the container 210. Thus, the closure or diaphragm 230 is visible at least when opened, broken or broken to allow for the indication of previous opening or unsealing. Positioning the closure or diaphragm 230 on the body side of the support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 obstructs the closure or membrane 230 from being removed via the mouth or opening 215 of the container and obstructing the use of a port or opening 215 through the container. The inserted replacement or counterfeit seal or diaphragm replaces the closure or diaphragm 230. The upper aperture 231 of the support member 232 for the closure, membrane or membrane 230 has a smaller diameter than the lower aperture 233; and the closure or diaphragm 230 has a larger diameter than the upper aperture 231 and is particularly enhanced.

21 shows a cross-sectional view of the opened container of FIG. 20 tilted to pour the liquid 217 of the container 210 into the glass 296. The closure or septum 230 via the fracture or rupture at the intermediate section 265 is clearly shown and then flows through the remainder of the neck portion 212 to exit the container 214 at the mouth or opening 215. After initial opening, another sealing component 260 can be inserted into the neck portion 212 via the port or opening 215, as shown in Figures 22 and 23.

Figure 23 particularly shows the visibility of the closure or septum 230 when opened, broken or broken to allow for the indication of previous opening or unsealing. It will be appreciated that the container will retain its inherent value after opening the container 214, such as even when the contents are completely depleted. At least with Any or all of the support member 232 and/or the outer members 250, 252 of the closure, membrane or membrane 230, the container will retain sufficient value to facilitate retention of the container, thereby reducing the likelihood of delivery of the container to the counterfeiter. Container 214 will retain the value of the collection and/or the value of the intrinsic material.

It should be appreciated that any of the above devices may have other functions in addition to the functions mentioned, and such functions may be performed by the same device.

The Applicant hereby discloses, in isolation, each individual feature described herein and any combination of two or more such features, such features or combinations may be based on the present disclosure as a matter of ordinary skill in the art In general, it is not a matter of whether such a feature or combination of features solves any problem disclosed herein and is not limited to the scope of the patent application. Applicants indicate that aspects of the invention may be made up of any such individual feature or combination of features. It is understood that the specific examples described herein are illustrative only and that various modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention.

110‧‧‧ Sealing assembly or device

112‧‧‧ Lower inner sleeve part

113‧‧‧ body or chamber

114‧‧‧ Container

115‧‧‧ mouth or opening

117‧‧‧Liquid

129‧‧‧Part 1

130‧‧‧Closed, membrane or diaphragm

132‧‧‧Support members

140‧‧‧Tubular section

142‧‧‧Tubular section

143‧‧‧Part II

144‧‧‧ shoulder

145‧‧‧ upper outer flange

165‧‧‧middle section

Claims (58)

A membrane, a closure or membrane and/or a support member for a membrane, closure or membrane for mounting in or on a container such as a container for a liquid, wherein the membrane, sealed The piece or membrane and/or the membrane support member for a/the membrane, closure or membrane is configured for mounting in a neck portion of a container. A membrane, a closure or membrane and/or a support member for a membrane, a closure or a membrane, according to claim 1, wherein the membrane, closure or membrane comprises a frangible membrane, such as configured To break when initially opened. A membrane, a closure or membrane and/or a support member for a membrane, a closure or a membrane, according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the membrane, closure or membrane and/or the support member Included as a precious or semi-precious material or collectible and/or a metallic material, such as a food grade metallic material such as food grade stainless steel and/or optionally a metal and/or polymeric film, foil or sheet material and/or food product Grade material. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a membrane and/or a supporting member for a/the separator, a sealing member or a membrane, according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the separator/seal member is used for The support member of the membrane and/or the membrane, membrane or closure is configured to be spaced apart from an opening or an outlet of a container and/or a seal. A membrane, a closure or membrane and/or a support member for a membrane, a closure or a membrane, according to the scope of claims 1 to 4, wherein the membrane, the closure or the membrane is used for the membrane The support member and/or the membrane, membrane or closure comprises one or more inserts that are at least partially positionable or insertable into one of the mouth or neck portions of a container. A diaphragm, seal or membrane and/or use as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 5 a support member for the membrane, closure or membrane, wherein the support member for a/the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the membrane, membrane or closure is configured to be mounted to a container neck or One of the mouth portions is in a fluid passage or through hole. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a film and/or a supporting member for a/the diaphragm, a sealing member or a film, according to any one of the above-mentioned claims, wherein the separator/seal member is used for a/the diaphragm, the sealing member The support member of the membrane or the membrane, closure or membrane is configured to be mounted upstream of the fluid outlet or outlet of one of the container and/or a seal. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a membrane and/or a supporting member for a/the separator, a sealing member or a membrane, according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the membrane/sealing member is used for one/the membrane, the sealing member The support member of the membrane and/or the membrane, closure or membrane is substantially non-detachably attached to or adhered to the container or integrated into the container. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a membrane and/or a supporting member for a/the diaphragm, a sealing member or a membrane, according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the membrane/sealing member is used for one/the diaphragm, the sealing member The support member of the membrane and/or the membrane, membrane or closure is configured to be positioned at a location between the port or opening and the body or chamber of the container. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a membrane and/or a supporting member for a/the separator, a sealing member or a membrane, according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the membrane is used for a/the membrane, the sealing member Or the support member of the membrane is a rigid member such as a rigid annular member. A diaphragm, a sealing member or a film and/or a supporting member for a/the diaphragm, a sealing member or a film, according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the diaphragm/sealing member is used for one/the diaphragm, the sealing member Or the support member of the membrane includes an upper aperture or opening configured to be further from a body of the container than a lower aperture or opening configured to be closer to one of the bodies of the container, and The upper aperture is smaller than the lower aperture, and the closure, membrane or diaphragm is mounted to the underside of one of the upper annular portions of the support member for a/the diaphragm, the closure or the membrane. A sealing member or a sealing assembly comprising a separator, a sealing member or a film according to any one of claims 1 to 11 and/or a supporting member for a/the separator, a sealing member or a film, The closure or seal assembly is suitably adapted to be mounted in or on a neck portion of a container such as a container for a liquid, such as a bottle or glass bottle. A container, such as a glass container for a liquid, comprising the separator, film or closure of any of claims 1 to 11 and/or as claimed in claims 1 to 11 A support member for a separator, film or closure of any of the items; and/or a seal assembly according to claim 12 of the patent application. A container according to claim 13 which comprises: a body or a chamber for containing a fluid; a mouth or opening for inserting a fluid into the body or chamber of the container and/or from the container The body or chamber removes fluid; a neck portion between the port or opening and the body or chamber; wherein the container comprises the diaphragm, closure or membrane mounted in the neck portion and/or The support member. A container according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the support member are located at a location in the neck portion remote from the opening or opening. A container according to any one of claims 13 to 15 wherein the diaphragm is sealed A piece or membrane and/or the support member is mounted in an intermediate or central section of the neck portion. The container of any one of clauses 13 to 16, wherein the diaphragm, the closure or the membrane and/or the support member are spaced or spaced apart from the opening or opening such that the diaphragm, the closure Or the membrane and/or the support member are visible through an unmasked portion of the container, such as laterally visible through a transparent or translucent portion of the container that is uncovered or hidden. The container of any one of clauses 13 to 17, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the membrane support member are spaced or spaced apart from the opening or opening to provide the neck a portion of the port or opening and the diaphragm, closure or membrane and/or the membrane support member for receiving an additional sealing member, such as for additional prior to initial opening and/or subsequent sealing or sealing of the container A plug or lid that is sealed or sealed, such as after initially opening the container by breaking the membrane, closure or membrane. The container of any one of claims 13 to 18, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the support member are spaced or spaced apart from the opening or opening to obstruct the membrane, sealing The piece or film and/or the support member are accessed to obstruct removal and/or replacement of the diaphragm, closure or membrane and/or the support member. The container of any one of clauses 13 to 19, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the support member are spaced or spaced apart from the opening or opening of the container, for example to provide a A diaphragm, closure or membrane that is clearly floating or suspended. The container of any one of claims 13 to 20, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the membrane support member for a/the membrane, membrane or closure are non-removably Installed in the neck portion. The container of any one of clauses 13 to 21, wherein the neck portion comprises a portion or section having a reduced thickness along a length of one of the neck portions between the opening or the mouth and the body or chamber, the portion or section of reduced thickness being located along the opening or mouth and the body or An intermediate position of the length of the neck portion between the chambers corresponds to the mounting position of the diaphragm, closure or membrane and/or the support member. A container according to claim 22, wherein the section of reduced thickness is by an internal recess for receiving the diaphragm, the closure or membrane and/or the support member for a diaphragm, membrane or closure. And defined. The container of any one of claims 13 to 23, wherein the membrane, the closure or membrane and/or the membrane support member form a first portion of a sealing assembly formed in a portion of the container The first portion of the seal assembly is mounted to the container prior to installation or attachment, the portion of the container to be installed or attached at least partially defining the port or opening. A container according to any one of claims 13 to 24, wherein the membrane support member is mounted to the container such that the membrane, the closure or the membrane is at least in the membrane support member when installed in the container As can be seen below, at least when the membrane, closure or membrane is opened, broken or broken, the fractured or broken membrane is visible to allow for one of the previous opening or unsealing indications. A method of sealing a container such as a glass container for an alcoholic beverage, the method comprising positioning a diaphragm, a closure or a membrane and/or a support member for a/the membrane, a closure or a membrane At a location between a mouth or opening of a container and a body or chamber of a container, such as at an intermediate location in one of the neck portions of the container. The method of claim 26, wherein the method comprises: installing or installing a first portion of a sealing assembly to the container by a first mounting method to seal the container after the container has been filled, The first portion of the seal assembly includes the branch a brace member and/or the diaphragm, seal or film for sealing the container; and mounting a second portion of the seal assembly to the container by a second mounting method; wherein the first mounting method comprises An approved food-grade installation method. The method of claim 27, wherein the second mounting method comprises a glass joining technique such as UV bonding of the second portion of the sealing assembly to form a glass neck and a portion of the mouth portion substantially Continuous or homogeneous glass container. The method of any one of claims 27 or 28, further comprising the step of providing a further sealing member, such as by inserting or applying a cork or plug or the like. A container, such as a container for a liquid, comprising a body or component or member comprising a precious or semi-precious material and/or a collectible. The container of claim 30, wherein the precious or semi-precious material or collection is attached or secured to the container such that the valuable or semi-precious material or/and collection is removed from the container or Disassembly substantially prevents reuse of the container. A container according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the valuable or semi-precious material and/or the collection is non-removably attached or secured to the container. The container of any one of clauses 30 to 32, wherein the precious or semi-precious material and/or collectible comprises one of the container and/or the sealing assembly or device or an insert or a Attached. A container according to any one of claims 30 to 33, wherein the container comprises a bottle, such as a glass bottle, such as for an alcoholic beverage. 35, wherein the container comprises a neck or mouth portion and the precious or semi-precious material and/or collectible Or a member is provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. The container of any one of claims 30 to 35, wherein the precious or semi-precious material and/or collectible comprises a ring or ring member, such as in the neck portion. A container according to any one of claims 30 to 35, wherein the precious or semi-precious material and/or collectible comprises an annular or cylindrical member or sleeve on the neck portion, such as One of the neck portions is externally attached. A container according to any one of claims 30 to 36, wherein the precious or semi-precious material and/or collectible is made of: a conventionally valuable or semi-precious material such as a valuable Or semi-precious stones or gemstones or a precious metal such as gold, silver, platinum or the like, or alloys, mixtures or other derivatives thereof; and/or half of precious metals such as brass, chalk, steel, nickel or Similarly, or an alloy, mixture or other derivative thereof. The container of any one of claims 30 to 36, wherein the container and/or the precious or semi-precious material and/or the collection is made of a food grade material. The container of any one of clauses 30 to 39, wherein the valuable or semi-precious material and/or collectible represents a substance relative to the container or the remainder of the container or other material of the container. value. The container of any one of claims 30 to 40, wherein the precious or semi-precious material or collection is made of a plastic or a polymer or is contained in a plastic or polymer, such as One of the masterbatch is included as an additive. The container of any one of clauses 30 to 41, wherein the precious or semi-precious material or collectible or member comprises a membrane, a closure or a membrane, or is attached to a membrane, a closure or a membrane. Or operatively associated with a diaphragm, closure or membrane. A seal assembly or device configured to be applied to a mouth or neck portion of a container, such as a container for a liquid, the assembly or device comprising a precious or semi-precious material and/or a collectible. The seal assembly or device of claim 43, wherein the precious or semi-precious material or collectible is configured to be attached to the container such that the valuable or semi-precious material or collection is removed from the container Removal or disassembly substantially prevents reuse of the container. A seal assembly or device of claim 43, wherein the precious or semi-precious material or collectible is non-detachably attached to the container. A valuable or semi-precious component or member suitable for use in a container according to any one of claims 13 to 25 and/or any one of claims 30 to 42 and/or as claimed In or on a sealing assembly or apparatus of any one of items 43 to 45. A valuable or semi-precious component or member of claim 46, wherein the precious or semi-precious component or member is configured to be provided in or on the mouth or neck portion of the container. A valuable or semi-precious component or member of claim 46 or 47, wherein the precious or semi-precious component or member is configured to be attached to or contained in the container to render the valuable or A semi-precious component or component can only be removed or removed from the container by breaking the container such that the container becomes substantially non-reusable. A valuable or semi-precious component or member according to claim 46 or 47, wherein the precious or semi-precious component or member is configured to be non-detachably attached to the container, such as for integration, adhesion, welding or The way it is similar. A valuable or semi-precious component or member of any one of claims 46 to 49, wherein the precious or semi-precious component or component comprises at least one of: A ring or disc or sleeve, and / or a frangible diaphragm. A kit comprising: a container, such as a glass container for a liquid, the container comprising a membrane, a closure or a membrane; and an elongated member for breaking or opening or piercing the membrane, closure or membrane To open the container. The kit of claim 51, wherein the container comprises a separator, a membrane or a closure according to any one of claims 1 to 11 and/or as in claim 1 to 11 A support member for a separator, a membrane or a closure; and/or the container comprising any one of claims 13 to 25 or 30 to 42 container. A kit of claim 51 or 52, wherein the elongate member comprises a handle and a blade, such as a dagger, a dagger, a knife or the like. The kit of any one of clauses 51 to 53, wherein the kit comprises a further sealing member that is a sealing member other than the diaphragm, membrane or closure. A kit according to any one of claims 51 to 54, wherein the kit is provided in a box, such as a box. A method of opening a container, such as a container according to any one of claims 13 to 25 or 30 to 42 wherein the method comprises placing a mouth or opening in the container Breaking, rupturing or perforating a septum, closure or membrane between a body or chamber of one of the containers, such as at a location intermediate, wherein the method comprises using a slender structure The piece breaks, ruptures or perforates the membrane, closure or membrane, such as with a dagger or other ritual short sword. The method of claim 56, further comprising removing one of the cork or the plug from the mouth or opening of the container prior to breaking, breaking or perforating the membrane, closure or membrane with the elongate member. A leading step of another sealing component. The method of claim 56, wherein the method further comprises applying one of a cork or a plug such as a cork or a plug after breaking, breaking or perforating the membrane, the closure or the membrane with the elongated member. A subsequent step of the component to the port or opening to reclose or reseal the container.