US3994424A
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Can guard
Assignee: Lawrence Peska Associates Inc
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Filing: 1975-06-09
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Granted: 1976-11-30
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Expires: 1995-06-09
Abstract
Abstract A can guard comprising a peripheral lip, a pouring spout, and handle clearance cutouts.
Inventors
- 👤 William H. Koeller
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 21:20
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D25/00; B65D25/38; B65D25/40; B65D25/48
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
In a device for use with the open end of a can which may have a can bail handle, a guard comprising a peripheral lip around the top of the can, said lip extending outwardly and upwardly from the outer edge of the can rim, and inwardly and downwardly relative to the inner edge of the can rim, said lip being cut out by opposed inward projections of the lip providing clearance openings therethrough to permit the upward projection of the can bail handle elements within the outer periphery of the outwardly projecting lip, and a portion of the outer part of said lip being formed into a pouring spout.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
In a device for use with the open end of a can which may have a can bail handle, a guard comprising a peripheral lip around the top of the can, said lip extending outwardly and upwardly from the outer edge of the can rim, and inwardly and downwardly relative to the inner edge of the can rim, said lip being cut out by opposed inward projections of the lip providing clearance openings therethrough to permit the upward projection of the can bail handle elements within the outer periphery of the outwardly projecting lip, and a portion of the outer part of said lip being formed into a pouring spout.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
A device as in claim 1 in which the inner downward portion is ridged to provide flexibility.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A device as in claim 1 in which the pouring spout is located approximately 90° around the can from the clearance cutouts.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A device as in claim 1 provided with a split to permit assembly to the can about the can handle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
9 words
A device as in claim 1 made of metal.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
9 words
A device as in claim 1 made of plastic.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
10 words
A device as in claim 1 made of paper composition.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
18 words
A device as in claim 1 provided with raised edges around the cutout to clear the can handle.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
A device as in claim 1 in which the inward downward part of the lip is provided with small grooves.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
A device as in claim 1 in which the inward downward part of the lip terminates in an outward projecting portion.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-11-30 | 1980-05-31 | 1980-11-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-11-30 | 1984-05-31 | 1984-11-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-11-30 | 1988-05-31 | 1988-11-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |