US20200407112A1 - Modular stacking container system - Google Patents
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Abstract
A modular, stackable, interlocking container system including a number of stackable containers having the same diameter. Each container includes a jar and a lid. The jars and lids both have ribs spaced 180 degrees apart on side surfaces to serve as alignment and tightening indicators. The lids and jars also have a detent feature for interlocking containers together with both tactile and feedback to the user. The container system also has a handle that can interlock with a lid of any of the containers in the system.
Description
- This application claims the priority of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/866,327, filed on Jun. 25, 2019, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.
- The present invention relates generally to containers. More particularly, the invention relates to a modular stacking container system that may be suitable for transport.
- Containers are used to store a variety of items, including food, liquid, money, craft supplies, trinkets, knick knacks, etc. Sometimes it can be useful to have several individual containers to keep things separated. For example, one container can be used to store a drink while another container can be used to store food.
- Although having separate individual containers can work, sometimes there is a need to carry separate containers together. There are continuing efforts to develop new container systems that provide not only improved function and convenience but are also suitable for transport.
- The invention, together with further objects and advantages thereof, may best be understood by reference to the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a modular stacking container system in accordance with an embodiment. -
FIG. 2A is an exploded perspective view of a container and a handle in accordance with an embodiment. -
FIG. 2B is an exploded bottom perspective view of the container and handle shown inFIG. 2A . -
FIG. 3A is a perspective view of a container in accordance with an embodiment. -
FIG. 3B is a bottom perspective view of the embodiment of the container shown inFIG. 3A . -
FIG. 3C is a bottom plan view of the embodiment of the jar of the container shown inFIGS. 3A and 3B . -
FIG. 3D is a top plan view of the embodiment of the lid of the container shown inFIGS. 3A and 3B . -
FIG. 3E is a side cross-sectional view of the embodiment of the container shown inFIG. 3A . -
FIG. 4A is a perspective view of a container in accordance with an embodiment. -
FIG. 4B is a perspective view of the embodiment of the handle shown inFIG. 4A with the hook released from the hole. -
FIG. 4C is a bottom plan view of the embodiment of the handle shown inFIGS. 4A and 4B . -
FIG. 4D is a side cross-sectional view of the handle interlocked with a lid in accordance with an embodiment. - The present invention relates generally to a stackable container system.
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FIGS. 1-4D , embodiments of a modular, stackable, interlocking container system will be described herein.FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a modularstacking container system 100. The modularstacking container system 100 includes at least twostackable containers 110 and ahandle 120 for carrying thecontainer system 100. The embodiment shown inFIG. 1 includes fourcontainers 110. Thecontainers 110 are suitable for storing a variety of items, such as dry goods, snacks, liquids, vitamins, coins, hardware, knick-knacks, etc. Thecontainers 110 can be stacked vertically for convenient storage and transport, as described in more detail below. - Within each
container system 100, thecontainers 110 can be of varying sizes (i.e., heights), as shown inFIG. 1 . Thecontainers 110 can be stacked in any order as eachcontainer 110 is capable of being stacked on top of and secured to anothercontainer 110. However, within eachcontainer system 100, thecontainers 110 all have the same diameter to allow stacking and interlocking of thecontainers 110. It will be understood that thehandle 120 also has the same diameter as thecontainer 110, and is provided to facilitate transport of thecontainer system 100. -
FIGS. 2A and 2B are exploded perspective views of acontainer 110 and ahandle 120. As shown inFIGS. 2A and 2B , eachcontainer 110 includes ajar 112 and alid 114, which can include an integrated o-ring seal 116 to allow secure storage of liquids within thecontainer 110. It will be understood that only onecontainer 110 with ahandle 120 is shown inFIGS. 2A and 2B , but thatadditional containers 110 can be stacked in a vertical fashion. Thecontainers 110 within asystem 100 can have varying heights, but will all have the same diameter.FIGS. 3A and 3B are perspective views of acontainer 110. - The
lid 114 is secured to thejar portion 112 of thecontainer 110 by screwing thelid 114 onto thejar portion 112 via corresponding threaded portions on both thelid 114 and thejar portion 112. As will be described in more detail below, according to an embodiment, the top of eachlid 114 interfaces with grooves on thejar portion 112 of thecontainer 100 in a bayonet-style fitting. A simple half-twist locks alid 114 toajar portion 112. - Each
container system 100 has ahandle 120 that can connect to theuppermost lid 114 in thecontainer system 100 to allow a user to conveniently hold thecontainer system 100. Thehandle 120 can also serve as a “carabiner” or clip so that the handle 120 (and container system 100) can be clipped onto a backpack or a purse loop. As shown inFIGS. 4A and 4B , thehandle 120 includes twouprights gripping area 124 to form the arched portion of the handle. Theuprights base 126. As shown inFIGS. 4A and 4B , one of theuprights 122 of thehandle 120 features a break and a hook/recess snap feature that allow thehandle 120 to be bent apart at that spot. This upright 122 features a split with ahook 127 andhole 128 feature. In the illustrated embodiment, there is a thumb pad 135 between thehook 127 and the horizontalgripping area 124. Thehandle 120 may be pushed inwards (toward the center of the handle 120), using a thumb or other object, at thisthumb pad 125 to release thehook 127 from thehole 128. Thehandle 120 may then be bent up and away from thebase 126, creating a gap through which a user can slide a loop of material (e.g. a fixed loop on a backpack, purse, etc.). Once something is passed through the gap, the user presses down on the horizontalgripping area 124 to re-connect thehook 127 into the loop. Thehook feature 127 is oriented with thehook 127 facing upwards. This means that when thehook 127 is connected into theopening 128, the weight of thecontainers 110 and their contents serve the press thehook 127 into position and inhibits accidental opening. - According to an embodiment, the
lid 114 and thejar 112 each have two shallow,vertical ribs FIGS. 3C and 3D . Theribs ribs lid 114 as well as thejar 112. Theribs lid 114 with thejar 112. Theribs lid 114 andjar 112 begin. Thelid 114 starts threading onto thejar 112 when theribs lid 114 to thejar 112 is to align theribs lid 114 clockwise relative to thejar 112. - According to an embodiment, when the
lid 114 is rotated 180 degrees, it is fully interlocked with thejar 112 and theribs ribs lid 114 is fully tightened onto ajar 112, theribs 118 of thelid 114 will align with theribs 119 of thejar 112. Thus, a user can get a quickly visual check that thelid 114 is fully tightened and thecontainer 110 is sealed. There is a hard stop at the end of the tightening action, so the user cannot over-tighten thelid 114 past the ribs-aligned position. Theuprights handle 120 also serve as alignment and tightening indicators, similar to theribs lid 114 and thejar 112, thelid 114 andjar 112 each have two separate “threads.” Other configurations are possible. For example, a 120 degree rotation to fully interlock the lid and the jar would require three “threads” a rotation of 360 degrees to fully interlock the lid and jar would require only one thread. - The
lid 114 also has adetent feature 115 that, along withcorresponding features 117 on the bottom surface of thejar 112, serves to let the user know that thelid 114 is fully rotated into place on thejar 112 and interlocked with thejar 112. As described above, thelid 114 is aligned with thejar 112 using theribs lid 114 with thejar 112, with a bayonet fitting. Namely, the top of eachlid 114 has a raisedoval feature 115, which could include an embossed logo, for example. The bottom surface of eachjar 112 has two embossed “C”-shapedforms 117. Similarly, the bottom surface of thehandle 120 also has two embossed “C”-shapedforms 117. When securing alid 114 to ajar 112, the user rotates thelid 114 relative to thejar 112 until thelid 114 can be pressed flat against the jar 112 (there is about a 45-degree area where this can happen, otherwise the bayonet features get in the way). Once thelid 114 is flat against thejar 112, the raisedoval feature 114 will be roughly perpendicular to the two C-shapedlobes 117 on the bottom surface of thejar 112. As the user rotates, the raisedoval feature 115 eventually collides with the C-shapedlobes 117. The C-shapedlobes 117 are ramped such that when the raisedoval feature 115 hits them, the ramps push the raisedoval feature 115 inwards (or, away from the container base). In other words, when the raisedoval feature 115 of thelid 114 hits the C-lobes 117, thelid 114 is deflected away from the container base (thelid 114 basically dishes like a contact lens). As the user continues to rotate thelid 114, eventually the raisedoval feature 115 passes over the C-shapedlobes 117 and then comes to rest in a recess between the C-shapedlobes 117 sized to accommodate the raisedoval feature 115. In this way, the users gets both tactile feedback (the friction as the raisedoval feature 115 hits the C-shapedlobes 117 and while thelid 114 is being momentarily deformed), and audible feedback in the form of a “click” when the raisedoval feature 115 comes to reset in its final position in the recess between the C-shapedlobes 117. - According to an embodiment, the
jar 112 has a curved base. This curved bottom on the exterior of thejar 112 allows thejar 112 to be pushed into a pocket more easily. On the interior of thejar 112, the curve makes for a more-easily-cleanable container (as opposed to a jar having a sharp internal corner). - According to an embodiment, the void between the
handle 120 and thelid 114 to which thehandle 120 is secured can be used to fit items, such as utensils (i.e., fork and spoon). Other items, such as condiment packets, salt and pepper packets, keys, money, etc., can also be stored in this space. According to an embodiment, a separate utility tray can fit within this space. This tray can be fitted with bayonet features. A tray having holes could be used as a shaker for condiments or a colander. In some embodiment, a light can be provided on the tray. - Although only a few embodiments of the invention have been described in detail, it should be appreciated that the invention may be implemented in many other forms without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. In view of all of the foregoing, it should be apparent that the present embodiments are illustrative and not restrictive and the invention is not limited to the details given herein, but may be modified within the scope and equivalents of the appended claims.
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1. A modular, stackable, interlocking container system, comprising:
at least one container comprising a jar and a lid, wherein a first pair of ribs is spaced 180 degrees apart on a side surface of the jar and a second pair of ribs is spaced 180 degrees apart on a side surface of the lid, wherein the first pair of ribs and the second pair of ribs are aligned when the lid is fully interlocked with the jar; and
a handle configured to engage and interlock with the container.
2. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises:
a disk-shaped base; and
a horizontal grabbing portion;
a first upright portion connecting the horizontal grabbing portion and the base; and
a second upright portion connecting the horizontal grabbing portion and the base, wherein the second upright portion includes a hook and loop, wherein the hook can be inserted into the loop to close the handle and wherein the hook can be unhooked from the loop to open the handle.
3. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , comprising at least two containers wherein each of the at least two containers has a same diameter.
4. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one container comprises an integrated o-ring seal.
5. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the jar and the lid can be fully interlocked by rotating the lid 180 degrees relative to the jar.
6. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , comprising at least two containers, wherein each lid comprises a raised oval on its top surface and each jar comprises two C-shaped features into which the raised oval can register when the lid is rotated relative to the jar when the jar is over the lid.
7. The modular, stackable, interlocking container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein each C-shaped feature comprises a ramp along which the raised oval can slide.
8. A stackable container system, comprising:
at least two containers, wherein each container comprises a jar and a lid, wherein each lid comprises a raised oval on its top surface and each jar comprises two C-shaped features into which the raised oval can register when the lid is rotated relative to the jar when the jar is over the lid; and
a handle configured to engage and interlock with the container.
9. The stackable container system, wherein the handle is configured to serve as a clip.
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