US6129469A
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Lotion application device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1999-05-26
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Granted: 2000-10-10
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Expires: 2019-05-26
Abstract
Abstract Disclosed is a handled device that aids one in applying tanning oil, lotion, soap or sun screen to their back region and other hard-to-reach areas. The long handle portion allows the user to reach the desired area with enhanced ease. It consists of an elongated handle that supports a head with a flat applicator pad constructed of a sponge-like material. The head includes a reservoir that the user fills with the preferred tanning lotion, soap or oil. Connected to a squeeze pump located on the handle opposite the head, the valve allows the user to pressurize the reservoir, causing the lotion, soap or oil to be forced through exit apertures to the applicator pad.
Inventors
- 👤 Mathue Messer
- 👤 Robert Loftus
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 03:41
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D34/00; A45D34/04; A45D34/042; A45D2034/005; A45D2200/00; A45D2200/10; A45D2200/1009; A45D2200/1018; A45D2200/1081; B; B05; B05B; B05B15/00; B05B15/60; B05B15/62; B05B15/63
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
270 words
A lotion applicator for applying tanning lotion, tanning oil, sun screens and other like substances to one's back region and other hard-to-reach areas, said lotion applicator comprising: a handle having a generally elongated, curved shape, and forming a hollow interior cavity throughout the length thereof, said handle having a pump end opposite a head end; a squeeze pump housed in said pump end and protruding therefrom allowing for manual actuation, said squeeze pump creating a positive air pressure when actuated; an applicator head assembly pivotally affixed to said head end, said applicator head assembly further comprising a head housing pivotally affixed to said head end by a head affixing means, said head housing having a dispensing reservoir removable affixed thereto, said dispensing reservoir forming a lotion container having a dispensing surface with a plurality of dispensing apertures in fluid connectivity with said lotion container, said dispensing surface having an applicator pad removably affixed thereto, said dispensing reservoir having a removable cap for filling said dispensing reservoir with a fluid substance, said cap being in fluid connectivity with said hollow interior cavity and having pneumatic receiving means for accepting said positive air pressure; and an air delivery tube having a proximal end opposite a distal end and forming an air conduit throughout the length thereof, said proximal end in fluid connectivity with said squeeze pump and said distal end in fluid connectivity with said pneumatic receiving means, thus delivering said positive air pressure to said dispensing reservoir, pressurizing said lotion container and creating a propelling force by which said fluid substance is dispensed through said dispensing apertures and said applicator pad.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
270 words
A lotion applicator for applying tanning lotion, tanning oil, sun screens and other like substances to one's back region and other hard-to-reach areas, said lotion applicator comprising: a handle having a generally elongated, curved shape, and forming a hollow interior cavity throughout the length thereof, said handle having a pump end opposite a head end; a squeeze pump housed in said pump end and protruding therefrom allowing for manual actuation, said squeeze pump creating a positive air pressure when actuated; an applicator head assembly pivotally affixed to said head end, said applicator head assembly further comprising a head housing pivotally affixed to said head end by a head affixing means, said head housing having a dispensing reservoir removable affixed thereto, said dispensing reservoir forming a lotion container having a dispensing surface with a plurality of dispensing apertures in fluid connectivity with said lotion container, said dispensing surface having an applicator pad removably affixed thereto, said dispensing reservoir having a removable cap for filling said dispensing reservoir with a fluid substance, said cap being in fluid connectivity with said hollow interior cavity and having pneumatic receiving means for accepting said positive air pressure; and an air delivery tube having a proximal end opposite a distal end and forming an air conduit throughout the length thereof, said proximal end in fluid connectivity with said squeeze pump and said distal end in fluid connectivity with said pneumatic receiving means, thus delivering said positive air pressure to said dispensing reservoir, pressurizing said lotion container and creating a propelling force by which said fluid substance is dispensed through said dispensing apertures and said applicator pad.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
The lotion applicator of claim 1 wherein said handle further comprises a two-piece construction wherein an upper handle length is pivotally connected to a lower handle length, allowing for the rotational adjustment of said handle and providing enhanced reach capabilities.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The lotion applicator of claim 1 wherein said head affixing means further comprises a ball joint fastener.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
52 words
The lotion applicator of claim 1 wherein said squeeze pump further comprises an adjustable air valve allowing for the adjustability of the volumetric air displacement created by said squeeze pump, thus allowing for the adjustment of said positive air pressure and the dispensing of said liquid substance from said applicator head assembly.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
53 words
The lotion applicator of claim 1 wherein said handle further comprises a three-piece construction wherein a first handle length is pivotally connected to a second handle length, and said second handle length is pivotally connected to a third handle length, allowing for the rotational adjustment of said handle and providing enhanced reach capabilities.
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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) | 2003-10-10 | 2004-04-10 | 2004-10-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2007-10-10 | 2008-04-10 | 2008-10-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2011-10-10 | 2012-04-10 | 2012-10-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |