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Food storage container organizer

a technology for food storage containers and organizers, which is applied in the field of containers organizers, can solve the problems of time-consuming, frustrating, and messy for consumers, and achieves the effects of reducing labor intensity, reducing labor intensity, and improving labor efficiency

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-09-18
KREMPA SCOT
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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides an apparatus for organizing and storing food storage containers. It includes a base section, a container support section with multiple openings, and at least one holding member with a protrusion for locking into one of the openings. Additionally, there is a sliding assembly with a groove and a pin for smooth movement, and bearing assemblies for supporting the container support section. The technical effects of this invention include efficient storage and easy organization of food containers."

Problems solved by technology

While the use of these food storage containers has exploded, storage of the containers and their associated lids has become an ever more daunting problem for the consumer.
Often times, finding a container and its matching lid becomes a frustrating, messy, and time-consuming task.

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[0020]Referring to FIG. 1, an embodiment of a food storage container organizer 100 is shown. The food storage organizer 100 includes a container support section 102 and a base section 104 supporting the container support section 102. A plurality of shafts 106 is disposed across an upper surface of the container support section 102. The shafts 106 may be evenly spaced throughout the upper surface of the container support section 102.

[0021]A plurality of pegs 108 is provided for insertion into the shafts 106. The pegs 108 may be round, square, hexagonal, triangular or any other appropriate shape. The shafts 106 are dimensioned with a matching cross-section such that the pegs 108 are readily insertable and accepted by the shafts 106. The peg 108 and shaft 106 may include a locking mechanism as well, so that the pegs 108 cannot be accidentally removed from the shafts 106.

[0022]The container support section 102 and the base section 104 may be constructed from plastic, wood, glass, rubber...

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Abstract

An organizer is provided for holding a plurality of containers and lids. The organizer is constructed of a base section and at least one container support section for holding the containers and lids. A plurality of shafts formed within and defined by a top surface of the container support section is distributed throughout the top surface. A plurality of pegs dimensioned for insertion into the plurality of shafts is provided as well. These pegs may be fitted with a protrusion or nub, which will enable the pegs to be lockingly inserted into the shafts. Additionally, an elastic mesh loop is fitted over a plurality of pegs for holding containers and lids in an organized fashion. The elastic mesh is capable of expanding based on the number and size of the containers and lids enclosed by the mesh.

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I. FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to container organizers. More specifically, the invention relates to an apparatus for organizing food storage containers.I. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Throughout history, people have looked for methods of storing food that is both convenient to use as well as protective of the stored food. Initial food storage methods consisted of wrapping raw or prepared food with such varied materials as large leaves and cloth—all in an effort to protect food from the elements and pests. Throughout history, wood, paper, metal, and plastic materials have been utilized as wrapping materials or fashioned into containers for this purpose.[0003]In more recent history, plastic food storage containers—popularized by Tupperware and commonly referred to by that moniker—have become a popular and common means for storing food. These food storage containers protect food against moisture and pests with an airtight seal formed between the container bod...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47G29/00
CPCA47B75/00A47J47/16A47B77/16
Inventor KREMPA, SCOT
Owner KREMPA SCOT