Modular Cooler Apparatus and System

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for transporting sets of items at different temperatures using a modular system, which comprises a cooler, a detachable tote, and a means of securely affixing the tote to the top of the cooler for facilitating compact portability. In more detail, the Modular Cooler Apparatus and System invention comprises a soft-sided cooler comprising an insulated base and an insulated lid that connect together in a sealable fashion using a water proof zipper, lower strap connection points, and connecting support straps with connectors; a detachable soft-sided tote comprising a waterproof polyester exterior, a pocket, handle straps, upper strap connection points; and connecting straps comprising webbing, stitched loops, and tension locks with gates, which securely bind the detachable tote pack to the top of the cooler in a well-balanced fashion.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not Applicable.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not Applicable.REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISK APPENDIX[0003]Not Applicable.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention[0004]The present invention is in the technical field of containers. More particularly, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate generally to containers for transporting items. More particularly, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate generally to containers for transporting items at different temperatures. More particularly, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate generally to containers for simultaneously transporting items at ambient temperatures and items at non-ambient temperatures. More particularly, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate generally to coolers for transporting or storing items at non-amb...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention relates to an apparatus for transporting items at different temperatures. The apparatus comprises a modular tote for storing items at ambient temperature and a modular cooler for storing items at non-ambient temperature. The two can be detached and used separately or combined into a single unit with compact portability. The apparatus also includes a detachable shoulder straps system for supporting the combined unit. The technical effects of the invention include efficient and modular solution for conveniently transporting sets of items that require to be maintained at different temperatures.

Problems solved by technology

When maintaining cold temperatures, ice chests or coolers often generate an accumulation of moisture within the container either due to melting ice or condensation, which may damage items that are susceptible to moisture.

Similarly, when maintaining warm temperatures, moisture may accumulate in the container from the condensation of steam.

Ice chests or coolers are useful for transporting food or drink; however, sometimes it is also desirable to simultaneously transport items that are maintained at temperatures that differ from that of the ice chest or cooler, especially with items that may be damaged at extreme temperatures or by moisture and separately transporting these items may be problematic.

Theses other items may be stored in separate containers from an ice chest or cooler; however, particular problems and difficulties arise in transporting these multiple containers, which can result in lost containers or requiring multiple trips to transfer the containers to the point of use.

Furthermore, when all items being transported require the same temperature, dedicated compartments for other temperatures are merely wasted space.

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