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Bottle securing and dispensing apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-01-31
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Granted: 1974-06-04
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Expires: 1993-01-31
Abstract
Abstract A dispensing rack and valve assembly for use with quart or kingsize bottles of beverages. The rack supports a bottle in an inclined position and is suited to be placed on a shelf in a conventional refrigerator. The dispensing valve has a threaded portion to engage the threaded mouth of a conventional bottle of carbonated beverage. The valve assembly cooperates with the rack to secure the bottle in place.
Inventors
- 👤 J Daves
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 22:27
CPC Classifications
B; B67; B67D; B67D3/00; B67D3/04; B67D3/043; F; F25; F25D; F25D2331/00; F25D2331/80; F25D2331/803; F25D2331/806; F25D2331/809
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
128 words
In an apparatus for supporting and dispensing from a bottle, the combination of a rack and valve assembly comprising: a support rack, said rack having a base and an inclined support bed affixed to, and above, said base; a bottle retainer arm attached to one end of said support rack and extending upwardly therefrom substantially perpendicularly to the plane of said inclined support bed; a dispensing valve assembly; means for attaching said valve assembly to the mouth of said bottle; and, securing means on said valve assembly, said securing means including a central neck portion having a spaced flange and shoulder, said flange and shoulder being spaced to engage opposing faces of said bottle retainer arm whereby movement of said bottle along said inclined support bed is eliminated.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
128 words
In an apparatus for supporting and dispensing from a bottle, the combination of a rack and valve assembly comprising: a support rack, said rack having a base and an inclined support bed affixed to, and above, said base; a bottle retainer arm attached to one end of said support rack and extending upwardly therefrom substantially perpendicularly to the plane of said inclined support bed; a dispensing valve assembly; means for attaching said valve assembly to the mouth of said bottle; and, securing means on said valve assembly, said securing means including a central neck portion having a spaced flange and shoulder, said flange and shoulder being spaced to engage opposing faces of said bottle retainer arm whereby movement of said bottle along said inclined support bed is eliminated.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said means for attaching said valve assembly to the mouth of said bottle comprises internal screw threads on one end of said valve assembly, said threads engaging a conventional external threaded neck portion of said bottle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
The apparaTus of claim 1 wherein said bottle retainer arm is provided with a U shaped aperture on its upper edge, said aperture engaging said securing means on said valve assembly to secure said bottle in place on said rack portion of said assembly.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the upper surface of said inclined support bed is V shaped and provides a cradle support for said bottle.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-06-03 | 1977-12-03 | 1978-06-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-03 | 1981-12-03 | 1982-06-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-03 | 1985-12-03 | 1986-06-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |