WO2007008625A1 - Container for storing a shaving implement - Google Patents
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- WO2007008625A1 WO2007008625A1 PCT/US2006/026422 US2006026422W WO2007008625A1 WO 2007008625 A1 WO2007008625 A1 WO 2007008625A1 US 2006026422 W US2006026422 W US 2006026422W WO 2007008625 A1 WO2007008625 A1 WO 2007008625A1
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
- A45D27/00—Shaving accessories
- A45D27/22—Containers or carriers for storing shaving appliances
- A45D27/28—Containers or carriers for storing shaving appliances for storing one shaving appliance within another
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
- A45D27/00—Shaving accessories
- A45D27/22—Containers or carriers for storing shaving appliances
- A45D27/225—Containers or carriers for storing shaving appliances for storing razor blade cartridges, e.g. after use
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D83/00—Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
- B65D83/08—Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing thin flat articles in succession
- B65D83/10—Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing thin flat articles in succession for dispensing razor-blades
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D85/00—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials
- B65D85/54—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles of special shape not otherwise provided for
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
- A45D27/00—Shaving accessories
- A45D27/22—Containers or carriers for storing shaving appliances
- A45D27/29—Stands for shavers or razors
Definitions
- the present disclosure relates to a container for a shaving implement in general, and more particularly, the present disclosure relates to a container that encloses a shaving implement, but provides exterior access to replacement cartridges.
- Shaving implements also commonly referred to as wet shave razors, are typically sold commercially in two manners: as a "disposable”, and as a “system”.
- Disposable shaving implements include a razor cartridge permanently attached to a handle (i.e., the razor cartridge and handle are not intended to be separated during normal use). Once the blade(s) are worn, the user disposes of the entire unit, and begins using a new disposable shaving implement.
- System shaving implements typically include a permanent handle and a detachable razor cartridge. In these devices, the razor cartridge is attached to the handle and used until the blade(s) are dulled. Once the blade(s) are worn, the user can selectively detach the razor cartridge and replace it on the same handle with a new razor cartridge.
- replacement razor cartridges for use with system handles are often sold together in a dispenser (e.g., in groups of four (4) or eight (8)).
- the dispenser securely maintains the replacement razor cartridges such that the sharpened edge of each of the one or more blades is protected from outside forces.
- the replacement razor cartridges are typically oriented in the dispenser such that the mechanism for connecting the cartridge to the system handle is exposed and readily accessible to the user.
- Various types of devices have been employed in the past for storing system- style shaving implements and the associated dispenser/replacement razor cartridges.
- trays have been shown to be commercially successful. Trays typically have a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface includes mechanisms for attaching a shaving implement to the tray.
- the bottom surface includes mechanisms for attaching a dispenser to the tray out of view, but easily accessible on those occasions that the replacement cartridges are needed.
- Variations of the above- described tray have also found their way into the market.
- trays for use in a wet environment have been developed, such as the one disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 6,415,517 to Worrick.
- the Worrick patent discloses a tray that includes an inner chamber for the storage of replacement razor cartridges when hanging in the shower.
- few trays of the prior art do not protect the shaving implement from damage, or from becoming covered in spilled fluids, during travel. In those instances that the shaving implement is shielded, the replacement razor cartridges are not readily available for use.
- blister wrap is an efficient and inexpensive way to securely package system razors such that it is difficult for shoplifters to remove the shaving implement from the package prior to the end sale, and effectively protect the shaving implement during shipping.
- blister wrap can be easily printed with vibrant colors that make the product attractive to the end user, or left clear such that inserts placed in the packaging can be clearly seen through the blister wrap material.
- blister wrap is also wasteful because it is thrown away immediately prior to the initial use of the shaving implement.
- a container for storing a shaving implement includes a base portion and Hd portion.
- the base portion includes a first cavity and a second cavity.
- the first cavity is sized for receiving a dispenser for replacement razor cartridges and the second cavity is sized for receiving the shaving implement.
- the lid portion is hingedly connected to the base portion such that it is moveable between a closed position and an open position. When the lid portion is in the closed position, the shaving implement is substantially enclosed in the second cavity, between the lid portion and the base portion of the container.
- the base portion and/or the top portion include(s) structures for maintaining the shaving implement in the desired position in the second cavity of the container during storage.
- the container is made of a molded polymeric material.
- the lid portion is hingedly connected to the base portion by a living hinge.
- the container is translucent or transparent in order to enable the end user to see the shaving implement and/or other items located therein.
- the second cavity is sized for receiving a wall mounting structure in addition to the shaving implement.
- packaging for consumer sales includes the container described above, a card and shrinkwrap.
- the shaving implement is positioned in the second cavity such that the shaving implement is substantially enclosed between the lid portion and the base portion when the lid portion in the closed position.
- the dispenser which includes at least one replacement razor cartridge stored therein, is positioned in the first cavity of the dispenser.
- the card can include product information printed thereon. At least a portion of the card is enclosed within the second cavity, and at least another portion of the card is exterior of the container.
- the card can include a hanging aperture in the portion located exterior of the container for hanging the packaging on a shelf rack.
- the card can also include an interference aperture.
- a tab extends through the interference aperture preventing the portion of the card located in the second cavity from unintentionally exiting the container.
- the removable shrinkwrap is placed around the container such that the container is maintained in the closed position, the tab is prevented from exiting the interference aperture, and at least a portion of the dispenser is captured between the base portion and the removable shrinkwrap material.
- One advantage of the present invention is that the shaving implement, when being stored, is substantially protected by the lid portion and the base portion from damage or from being spilled upon.
- Another advantage of the present invention is that the replacement razor cartridges located in the dispenser are easily accessible to the end user, exterior to the second chamber.
- a further advantage of the present invention is that the container can also serve as the primary packaging material, thereby reducing waste typically associated with shaving implement packaging.
- FIG. 1 is an isometric view of one embodiment of the container for a shaving implement of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is a bottom view of the container of FIG. 1 ;
- FIG. 3 is a front view of the container of FIG. 1, wherein the Hd portion is in the open position;
- FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 1 along line 4-4, wherein the container includes a shaving implement and a wall-mounted hanger in the second cavity, and a dispenser for replacement razor cartridges in the first cavity;
- FIG. 5 is a front view of one embodiment of the container of FIG. 1 ;
- FIG. 6 is a front view of one embodiment of the container of FIG. 1 serving as a primary packaging material
- FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 6 along line 7-7.
- the container 10 includes a base portion 12 and a lid portion 14.
- the base portion 12 includes a first cavity 16 (see FIG. 2) and a second cavity 18 (see FIG. 3).
- the lid portion 14 is hingedly connected to the base portion 12 such that the lid portion 14 is moveable between a closed position (see FIG. 1) and an open position (see FIG. 3).
- the second cavity 18 is substantially enclosed by the lid portion 14 and the base portion 12 when the Hd portion 14 in the closed position.
- the first cavity 16 of the base portion 12 is sized and shaped to receive a dispenser 20 for replacement razor cartridges 22.
- the actual shape and size of the first cavity 16 depends on the shape and size of the actual dispenser 20 being stored.
- dispensers 20 that are designed to be able to hold four (4) replacement razor cartridges 22 are approximately 1.5 inches wide and 3.0 inches long.
- the first cavity 16 can be larger or smaller without departing from the scope of the present invention.
- the dispenser 20 can be permanently attached to the first cavity 16 of the container 10, it is preferable that the dispenser 20 is removeably attached to the container 10. Therefore, the user, upon using all of the replacement cartridges 22 in the dispenser 20, can replace the empty dispenser with a new dispenser filled with unused replacement razor cartridges.
- the first cavity 16 is designed to receive and maintain the dispenser 20 through a press-fit-type connection. The dispenser 20 is pressed into the first cavity 16, and held in place by friction.
- the first cavity 16 can include structures that positively engage the dispenser 20 (e.g., tabs), holding the dispenser 20 in place. In these embodiments, the dispenser 20 is "snapped" into the second cavity.
- the base portion 12 also includes a second cavity 18 sized and shaped to receive at least shaving implement 24.
- the container 10 can be designed to hold more than one shaving implement 24, or a shaving implement 24 and at least one other device, such as a wall hanger 26 for the shaving implement 24 (as shown in FIG. 4) or a shaving cream applicator (e.g., a mole hair brush) (not shown), without departing from the scope of the present invention.
- the container 10 could be sized to also hold a device completely unrelated to shaving, such as a toothbrush (not shown).
- the actual shape and size of the second cavity 18 depends on the shape and size of the actual shaving implement(s) 24 (and any other devices) being stored.
- shaving implements 24 include a handle 28 that is approximately 4 inches to 6 inches long, and a replacement cartridge 22 that is attached to an end of the handle 28 that, as stated supra, is approximately 1.5 inches wide.
- the base portion 12, in some embodiments is generally rectangular.
- the container 10 shown in FIG. 2 has a base portion that has a length ("L") of approximately 6.5 inches and a width ("W”) of approximately 3 inches.
- the second cavity 18 can also include structures 30 that, nlMcSMonto " providing the container 10 with additional structural stability, maintain the shaving implement 24, or other devices placed in the container, in the desired position during storage.
- the second cavity 18 can include handle locating structures 30 that prevent the handle 28 of the shaving implement 24 from moving side to side.
- the second cavity 18 can also include cartridge locating structures 32 that prevent the blade(s) 34 of the shaving implement 24 from undesirably contacting the container 10.
- the Hd portion 14 is connected to the base portion 12 by a hinge 36.
- the hinge 36 can be any type of hinge 36 known to those of skill in the art.
- the lid portion 14 and the base portion 12 can be separate pieces that are each connected to the hinge 36 (not shown).
- the lid portion 14 and the base portion 12 are integrally connected (e.g., formed of a single, molded piece) and separated by a living hinge 38.
- the term living hinge 38 is intended to mean an area where the material is thinned, and therefore weakened, allowing the lid portion 14 of the container 10 to move between the open position and the closed position repeatedly, without breaking.
- the top portion 14 can also include structures 39 for locating the shaving implement 28 inside the container.
- the lid portion 14 and the base 12 can also include complimentary closure structures (52 and 54, respectively) that enable the container 10 to stay in the closed position when desired. Any suitable closure structures 52,54 known to those of skill in the art can be used.
- the container 10 can be made of any suitable material; however, molded plastic or polymeric materials have been shown to have particular utility. For example, polypropylene has been shown to be useful because it can be easily and inexpensively molded, can be used to form a living hinge 38 (discussed supra), and can be easily colored.
- the container 10 of the present invention be molded of a single piece; however, as was also discussed supra, the container 10 can be separate pieces that each can be made of different types of materials, as well.
- the container 10 can be any color; however, it is preferable that at least a portion of the container is translucent, if not transparent.
- the container 10 described above can also be used as the primary packaging material for consumer sales.
- the dispenser 20 is placed in the first cavity 16
- the shaving implement 24 is positioned in the second cavity 18 (along with any other desired devices)
- a card 40 is partially enclosed within the first cavity 16.
- the card 40 in addition to any desired printed information 42, includes a hanging aperture 44 and an interference aperture 46.
- the interference aperture 46 can be any suitable size, and typically corresponds to a tab 48 located on the container 10 (e.g., in the second cavity 18). When the card 40 is partially positioned inside the second cavity 18, the tab 48 extends through the interference aperture 46 when the container 40 is in the closed position (see FIG.
- shrinkwrap 50 is placed around the container 10 (see FIGS. 6 and 7) such that the container 10 is maintained in the closed position, and the dispenser 20 is maintained in the first cavity 16.
- the hanging aperture 44 on the card 40 is typically included such that the container 10 can be hung on a store shelf, as is common for retail sale.
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AT06786544T ATE442320T1 (de) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | Behälter zum lagern eines rasiergeräts |
EP06786544A EP1901974B1 (de) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | Behälter zum lagern eines rasiergeräts |
PL06786544T PL1901974T3 (pl) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | Pojemnik do przechowywania urządzenia do golenia |
DE602006009111T DE602006009111D1 (de) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | Behälter zum lagern eines rasiergeräts |
JP2008521449A JP5197365B2 (ja) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | 無駄毛剃り器具を保管するための容器 |
AU2006269353A AU2006269353A1 (en) | 2005-07-11 | 2006-07-07 | Container for storing a shaving implement |
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WO2010002522A1 (en) * | 2008-06-30 | 2010-01-07 | The Gillette Company | Protective container for razor |
US9266245B2 (en) | 2012-01-12 | 2016-02-23 | Spectrum Brands, Inc. | Electric hair trimmer |
EP4238725A1 (de) * | 2022-03-01 | 2023-09-06 | BIC Violex Single Member S.A. | Rasierköpfe |
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US10085539B2 (en) | 2014-09-12 | 2018-10-02 | Shavelogic, Inc. | Shaving razor tray |
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US3366268A (en) * | 1965-03-11 | 1968-01-30 | Gillette Co | Display case |
US4307804A (en) * | 1980-03-06 | 1981-12-29 | Champion International Corporation | Secure product-to-card or card type package having preapplied heat shrinkable plastic film |
US4899882A (en) * | 1989-05-18 | 1990-02-13 | Cecilia Benner | Hanging tag package assembly |
EP1306318A1 (de) * | 1997-02-19 | 2003-05-02 | The Gillette Company | Ausgeben von mit einem Handgriff verwendeten Rasierklingeneinheiten |
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WO2010002522A1 (en) * | 2008-06-30 | 2010-01-07 | The Gillette Company | Protective container for razor |
US9266245B2 (en) | 2012-01-12 | 2016-02-23 | Spectrum Brands, Inc. | Electric hair trimmer |
US10071491B2 (en) | 2012-01-12 | 2018-09-11 | Spectrum Brands, Inc. | Electric hair trimmer |
EP4238725A1 (de) * | 2022-03-01 | 2023-09-06 | BIC Violex Single Member S.A. | Rasierköpfe |
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JP2009500261A (ja) | 2009-01-08 |
JP5197365B2 (ja) | 2013-05-15 |
AU2006269353A1 (en) | 2007-01-18 |
US20070007155A1 (en) | 2007-01-11 |
DE602006009111D1 (de) | 2009-10-22 |
EP1901974A1 (de) | 2008-03-26 |
WO2007008625B1 (en) | 2007-03-01 |
PL1901974T3 (pl) | 2010-02-26 |
EP1901974B1 (de) | 2009-09-09 |
ATE442320T1 (de) | 2009-09-15 |
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