Solution refill cartridge device

Abstract

A solution refill cartridge apparatus configured to be coupled to a dispenser includes a housing having a shaped side with a peripheral side wall forming an open end that provides access to an interior volume that receives a solution. The solution conforms to the interior volume and the coupled dispenser, whereby the open side of the solution cartridge refill apparatus is configured with a closure device that seals the solution within the solution cartridge refill apparatus. The closure device is removable to access the solution within the solution refill cartridge apparatus. Removal of the closure device allows the shaped solution to be dispensed through the open side of the solution refill cartridge apparatus. The solution refill cartridge apparatus aligns and mates with the coupled dispenser to allow the shaped solution to be dispensed with the coupled dispenser or onto or into the coupled dispenser.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Patent Application No. 17 / 018,826, filed September 11, 2020, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 875,100, filed May 15, 2020; U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 875,100, filed April 23, 2020, is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 856,362, filed April 22, 2020, is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 855,361, filed November 14, 2019, is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 683,689. All of the above-identified patent applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety to provide continuity of disclosure. Background Technology

[0003] This invention relates to a dispenser housing. More specifically, the invention provides a housing adapted to receive a refill cartridge.

[0004] Many people use deodorants or similar topical substances daily. These substances are usually packaged in plastic containers. These containers are meant to be used only once and then discarded. While these containers are practical and inexpensive, they also generate waste.

[0005] Plastics take decades to decompose, while simultaneously occupying space in landfills. As more and more items are manufactured for single use, our planet's waste problem is beginning to reach critical levels. Items like cans take up even more space due to their nature of having internal volumes to hold solutions dispensed through the use of consumables. These items comprise a significant portion of landfills due to the sheer number of cans used.

[0006] Therefore, improvements to the technology of dispenser housings are needed to reduce waste. This invention differs significantly from known technologies in its design elements and addresses problems faced by many when using dispensers to apply substances to desired surfaces (e.g., the human body). In this respect, this invention fully meets these needs. Summary of the Invention

[0007] This invention provides a solution refill cartridge device that provides convenience to users when refilling various types of dispensers using new or refilled material cartridges to apply material to desired surfaces. The solution refill cartridge device is configured to be integrated with a dispenser and includes a housing with a shaped side having peripheral sidewalls forming an open end that provides access to an internal volume receiving the solution. The solution conforms to the internal volume and the integrated dispenser. The open side of the solution refill cartridge device is configured with a closure device to seal the solution within the solution refill cartridge device. The closure device is removable to allow access to the solution within the solution refill cartridge device. Removal of the closure device allows dispensing of the shaped solution through the open side of the solution refill cartridge device. The solution refill cartridge device is aligned and matched to allow the shaped solution to be dispensed together with or onto the integrated dispenser.

[0008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a solution refilling cartridge device comprising at least the materials selected from the following list: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp, or any combination thereof.

[0009] Another object of the present invention is to provide a solution refill box device configured to align with the open ends of dispensers of various materials, shapes and sizes.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to provide a solution refill cartridge device including a coupling device embedded in a solution within the solution on the opening side of the solution cartridge, the coupling device being matched with a coupler of a coupled dispenser to allow solution to adhere from within the solution refill cartridge device to the coupled dispenser.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a solution refill cartridge device, wherein the coupling device is a temporary accessory configured to maintain the duration of solution use, wherein the coupling is achieved by at least one of other similar means such as clamping, rotatably coupling to, snapping on, or coupling the cartridge to a combined dispenser.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide a solution refill cartridge device comprising a protective outer enclosure made of one or more materials selected from at least the following list: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp, cellophane, nitrogen-containing cellophane, cellulose, or mixtures thereof.

[0013] Other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0014] While the distinctive features of the invention will be specifically pointed out in the claims, a better understanding of the invention itself and its ways of making and using can be obtained by reading the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which the same numerical annotations are provided throughout.

[0015] Figure 1 An exploded view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0016] Figure 2 A front view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that is refillable in a folded position is shown.

[0017] Figure 3 A front view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser in the unfolded position is shown.

[0018] Figure 4 A perspective view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that is refillable and reusable without a housing is shown.

[0019] Figure 5 An exploded view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0020] Figure 6 An exploded view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0021] Figure 7 A perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled and has a roller applicator is shown.

[0022] Figure 8 An exploded view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled and has a roller applicator is shown.

[0023] Figure 9 A cross-sectional view is shown of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill box device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled and has a roller applicator.

[0024] Figure 10 A cross-sectional view is shown of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill box device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled and has a roller applicator.

[0025] Figure 11 A top view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0026] Figure 12 A side view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0027] Figure 13 An angled perspective view shows an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled.

[0028] Figure 14 A perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0029] Figure 15 A perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0030] Figure 16 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0031] Figure 17 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0032] Figure 18 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0033] Figure 19 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0034] Figure 20 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0035] Figure 21 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0036] Figure 22 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown, illustrating a rotary attachment.

[0037] Figure 23 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown.

[0038] Figure 24 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown, illustrating the coupling mechanism.

[0039] Figure 25 A perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown, illustrating the coupling mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0040] This document refers to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict the same or similar elements of the refillable dispenser housing. For the purpose of presenting a brief and clear description of the invention, preferred embodiments for the refillable dispenser housing will be discussed. These figures are intended for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting in any way.

[0041] Now for reference Figure 1 An exploded view of an embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown. The solution refill cartridge device includes a housing 101 having a base and a shaped side having a peripheral sidewall forming an open end that provides passage to an internal volume for receiving solution. The sidewall has a hole 102 positioned therethrough. In one embodiment, a first hole 102 is located on one side of the sidewall through which a second hole is located on the sidewall opposite to the first hole and aligned with the first hole. In one embodiment, the sidewall is configured to have a lip 116 located near the top. The lip 116 is configured to receive a cap 107 thereon. The cap 107 is configured to have a friction fit.

[0042] In one embodiment, the cap 108 is configured to fit within the tip of an opening. The cap is configured to be removably placed within the tip of the opening. In the illustrated embodiment, the cap 108 has a lip positioned around it. The lip prevents the cap from being placed too far within the housing 101. The cap 108 has a plurality of holes 108a positioned therethrough. The plurality of holes 108a will allow the gel material to be pushed through them. The cap 108 has a smooth upper surface. In one embodiment, the cap 108 has an arcuate shape. This shape will better fit and apply the deodorant to the underarm.

[0043] In one embodiment, a food preservation sealing cap 120 is also provided. The food preservation sealing cap 120 is configured to be placed on top of the container 101. In one embodiment, the food preservation sealing cap is made of polyvinyl alcohol. This allows the food preservation sealing cap 120 to be biodegradable and disposable. The food preservation sealing cap 120 will keep the spreadable material fresh for an extended period.

[0044] The interior of housing 101 contains a movable dispenser base 103. The movable dispenser base 103 is shaped to movably fit within housing 101. The movable dispenser base 103 has a top side and a bottom side. The bottom side of the movable dispenser base 103 has a pair of attachment holes 104. In one embodiment, the attachment holes 104 are elongated holes. This allows attachment devices 115a, 115b (described below) to slide horizontally within the holes. This facilitates the raising and lowering of the scissor lift 109 (described below).

[0045] The top side of the movable dispenser base 103 is configured to accommodate a material attachment clip 105. In one embodiment, the material attachment clip 105 is made of a biodegradable material. In another embodiment, the material is formed from polyvinyl alcohol. In yet another embodiment, the material is paper coated with polyvinyl alcohol. In one embodiment, the material attachment clip 105 is soluble in an aqueous medium. This would allow the attachment clip to eliminate space in landfills.

[0046] The removable dispenser base 103 has a protruding pin 117 on at least one side thereon. The protruding pin 117 is configured to engage within a hole 118a located on a tongue 118 attached to a material attachment clip 105. In one embodiment, the material attachment clip 105 creates a waterproof seal with the side of the housing 101. This prevents gel material from leaking into the housing below the removable dispenser base 103. In one embodiment, the material attachment clip 105 is configured to be removably attached to the top side of the removable dispenser base 103.

[0047] The interior of housing 101 also includes a scissor lift 109. The scissor lift 109 consists of a first side 110a and a second side 110b. A rotating pin device 112 is attached to the first side 110a and the second side 110b. This device allows the first side 110a and the second side 110b to rotate. The scissor lift 109 has attachment devices 115a and 115b. The attachment devices are configured to be slidably connected to attachment holes in the movable distributor base 103. In one embodiment, the attachment devices 115a and 115b are hooks. At opposite ends of each side 110a and 110b, there is an attachment 111 located at the bottom of each side 110a and 110b. In one embodiment, the attachment 111 has a threaded portion.

[0048] The threaded portion within attachment 111 is configured to attach to screw 114. Screw 114 has threads thereon. The threads are configured such that when screw 114 rotates, the two attachments 111 will move toward each other; or away from each other, respectively. In this way, the scissor lift 109 will extend or fold. In one embodiment, the threads are configured to move the scissor lift significantly with only a small turn. For example, in one embodiment, a full rotation of screw 114 will move the scissor lift 109 from a fully folded position to halfway through its extended position. Screw 114 is attached to button 113. Button 113 is configured to be wider than screw 114. In one embodiment, button 113 has a texture around its outer edge. The texture will make the button easier to turn.

[0049] A refillable dispenser is configured to hold an applicable substance 106. In one embodiment, the applicable substance 106 is a solid substance. In another embodiment, the applicable substance 106 is enclosed in a biodegradable container. The container is removed and the applicable substance 106 is inserted into the housing. In one embodiment, the applicable substance 106 is attached to the base 103 of a removable dispenser using a substance attachment clip 105.

[0050] In some embodiments, the spreadable material 106 is a gel material. In this embodiment, the gel material is located within a removable cartridge. In one embodiment, the cartridge is a biodegradable cartridge. In one embodiment, the cartridge is soluble in an aqueous medium. In some embodiments, the cartridge is a foldable cartridge. This allows the gel material to remain in the cartridge and be extruded from it. In another embodiment, the cartridge is designed to be removed from the solid spreadable material, and only that material is placed within the housing 101. The cartridge is placed within the housing 101 by attaching the attachment clip 105 to the removable dispenser base 103. The cap 108 is then attached to the top of the opening in the housing 101. As the spreadable material 106 is pushed upwards and pushed out from the cap 108, the cartridge folds.

[0051] Now for reference Figure 2 The diagram shows a front view of an embodiment of a reusable, refillable dispenser in its folded position. In the folded position, the scissor lift 109 is flattened so that it rests directly on the button 113. In this position, the scissor lift 109 is located at the outer edge of the screw 114. The movable dispenser base 103 is lowered into the housing 101. The applicable material 106 is positioned such that it is completely enclosed within the housing 101.

[0052] In one embodiment, the threaded attachment 111 has an elongated member 201 attached to its lower portion. The elongated member 201 is configured to allow the threaded attachment 111 to remain attached to the screw 114. This is due to the fact that the elongated member 201 is located below the threaded attachment 111. The elongated member 201 is long enough to reach the bottom of the housing 101. This will displace the weight of the applyable material 106 away from the scissor lift 109. The weight from the applyable material 106 will be transferred to the bottom of the housing 101.

[0053] Now for reference Figure 3 This image shows a front view of an embodiment of a reusable, refillable dispenser in the unfolded position. In the unfolded position, the scissor lift 109 is in the unfolded position. As the movable dispenser base 103 is lifted by the scissor lift 109, the attachment devices 115a, 115b slide within the connection hole 104. As the scissor lift 109 is pulled closer to the button on the screw 114, the scissor lift 109 forces the movable dispenser base 103 upwards. This pushes the applicable material 106 out of the opening at the top of the housing 101.

[0054] Now for reference Figure 4 A perspective view of an embodiment of a mechanism designed to be housed within a housing is shown. In the illustrated embodiment, the screw 114 is shown to have coarse or large threads. These threads will allow the scissor lift 109 to move a large amount with a small turn. Furthermore, a side view of an elongated member 201 is shown. The elongated member 201 is configured large enough to bear the weight from the applyable material 106. In the illustrated embodiment, the scissor lift 109 has a wide and flat first side 110a and a second side 110b.

[0055] Now for reference Figure 5 An exploded view of an embodiment of a dispensing mechanism designed to work with an existing container is shown. The existing container 501 has an existing vertical screw 502. The vertical screw 502 is configured to raise and lower an existing base 503. In this embodiment, a movable base 103 is configured to attach to the existing base 503. In the illustrated embodiment, the existing base 503 and the movable base 103 are attached using screws 506. In another embodiment, other securing devices may be used.

[0056] In the illustrated embodiment, the movable base 103 is configured to have a hole 504 disposed therein. The hole 504 is configured to allow a vertical screw 502 to pass through and be placed therein. Furthermore, the attachment clip 105 is configured to have a hole 505 through which the vertical screw 502 is placed. The hole 505 is configured to allow the vertical screw 502 to pass through and be placed therein. In this embodiment, the applicable material 106 can be replaced as needed without replacing the entire container.

[0057] In another embodiment, the movable base 103 is applied directly to the screw 502. This eliminates the need for an existing base 503 and fastener 506. In this embodiment, the movable base 103 then has an attachment clip 105 attached thereto. The attachment clip 105 secures the applicable material to the screw 502, thereby allowing it to be dispensed as needed.

[0058] Now for reference Figure 6 An exploded view of an alternative embodiment of a reusable dispenser that can be refilled is shown. In the illustrated embodiment, the housing can be divided into two sections, an upper section 101a and a lower section 101b. The lower section of housing 101b houses the scissor lift and the portion associated with the scissor lift. The scissor lift can then be attached to the attachment clip 105 of the applicable material box via corresponding fasteners 117. The upper section of housing 101a is removably secured to the lower section of housing 101b. The upper section of housing 101a has a pair of securing members 621 that secure the upper section of housing 101a to the lower section of housing 101b. In one embodiment, the securing members 621 are secured by mating them into an internal recess 620 located within the lower section of housing 101b. The securing members 621 have protrusions 621a that engage within the internal recess 621a that holds the upper section 101a to the lower section 101b.

[0059] In the illustrated embodiment, the cap 108 is secured to the upper section of the housing 101a, as previously stated above. Figure 1 As described above, the cover 107 can be removably secured to the upper section of the housing 101a, as previously described. Figure 1 As described in [the text].

[0060] Now for reference Figure 7 This image shows a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a reusable dispenser with a roller applicator that can be refilled and reused. The roller applicator consists of a housing 601, which includes a base 601a and an open upper end, as shown in the image. Figure 8 As shown. The housing 601 has an internal volume suitable for receiving a dispenser. In one embodiment, the housing 601 is made of plastic.

[0061] In one embodiment, the housing 601 has an ergonomic shape. In the illustrated embodiment, the housing 601 has a wider base 601a that narrows towards the middle of the housing 601. The housing 601 then widens again towards the upper end of the opening. This allows the user to easily grip the housing 601.

[0062] The upper end of the opening of the housing 601 is removably attached to the upper section 602. The upper section 602 further narrows toward the opening. The opening accommodates a ball 603. The ball 603 will work with internal components to apply material to the user as needed. In one embodiment, the ball 603 protrudes partially from the upper section 602.

[0063] Now for reference Figure 8 An exploded view of an alternative embodiment of a reusable dispenser with a roller applicator that can be refilled and reused is shown. The housing 601 has a hole 701 located near the base 601a. ​​The hole 701 is proportionally sized to mate with a part of a knob 703, which is part of the dispensing device. The housing 601 also includes a cap 702. The cap 702 is configured to be removably attached to the upper section 602, and its profile is configured to cover a portion of the roller ball 603 that will protrude when the device is assembled. In one embodiment, the cap 702 snaps onto the housing 601 and frictionally holds in place. In another embodiment, the housing 601 will have threads thereon. The interior of the cap 702 will have threads therein. The cap 702 will be screwed onto the housing 601 to be held in place.

[0064] In the illustrated embodiment, the upper section 602 does not include the ball 603. In one embodiment, the upper section 602 snaps onto the housing 601. In another embodiment, the upper section 602 is screwed onto the housing 601. In the illustrated embodiment, the upper section will fit flush with the housing 601, resulting in a smooth connection. The opening 704 of the upper section 602 is proportional, such that the diameter of the ball is smaller than the opening 704. This ensures that the ball will not fall off the upper section 602.

[0065] The housing 601 contains a dispensing device. The dispensing device consists of a threaded rod 705. In one embodiment, the thread on the threaded rod 705 is a coarse thread. Movement of the thread on the threaded rod 705 causes the thread to move from the end of the rod toward the center of the threaded rod 705. The threaded rod is connected to a knob 703.

[0066] Knob 703 allows the user to rotate threaded rod 705 by turning knob 703. The threaded rod is further connected to shear lift 706. The shear lift consists of two scissor sides connected by pivot 708. Shear lift 706 is attached to threaded rod 705 via threaded holes 707 located at the lower end of each side of shear lift 706. The upper end of shear lift 706 has a connector 709 located thereon. In one embodiment, connector 709 is a hook.

[0067] The connector 709 of the shear lift 706 is attached to the box compression plate 710. The box compression plate 710 has a plurality of holes 711 located on its bottom side. In one embodiment, the holes 711 are elongated holes. This allows the connector 709 from the shear lift 706 to move left and right as the shear lift 706 moves.

[0068] The box compression plate 710 has a connecting fork 712. The connecting fork 712 is attached to the box connecting plate 713. The box connecting plate 713 has a protrusion 714 located on the underside of the box connecting plate 713. The protrusion 714 has a hole 715 therein. The connecting fork 712 is fixed in the hole 715, holding the box compression plate 710 to the box connecting plate 713.

[0069] A connecting plate 713 forms the bottom of the box 716. In one embodiment, the box 716 is made of plastic. In another embodiment, the box 716 is made of paper. In one embodiment, the box 716 is soluble in an aqueous medium. In one embodiment, the box 716 has an accordion-style design. This allows the box 716 to fold downwards when compressed. In some embodiments, the box 716 has an upper protrusion 716a. The upper protrusion 716a connects to the solution chamber 801 and the ball 603, as... Figure 10 As described in [the text].

[0070] Now for reference Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a reusable dispenser with a roller applicator that can be refilled is shown. The upper section 602 of the housing 601 has a solution chamber 801 located therein. The solution chamber 801 is connected to the top side of the cartridge. In one embodiment, the solution chamber 801 is connected to a protrusion of the cartridge. Solution from the cartridge enters the solution chamber 801 and contacts the roller ball 603.

[0071] Solution chamber 801 has an upper side configured to receive part of ball 603. Ball 603 will have the ability to float slightly between the solution chamber 801 and the opening in the upper section 602. The proportion of the opening in the solution chamber 801 and the upper section 602 together will hold ball 603 within the dispenser. This will prevent ball 603 from being lost.

[0072] In some embodiments, the solution chamber 801 has a cartridge opening device 802. In this embodiment, the device punctures the cartridge when it is attached, thereby allowing the solution to exit the cartridge. In one embodiment, the cartridge opening device 802 is a blade. In another embodiment, the cartridge opening device 802 is a poker.

[0073] In this view, the components of the dispensing device can be seen within the housing 601. A knob 703 is located within a bore in the housing 601. The knob 703 is secured to a threaded rod 705. A scissor lift 706 is connected at one end to the threaded rod 705. A connector 709 of the scissor lift 706 is connected to a compression plate 710. In the illustrated embodiment, an additional support bracket 803 is connected to a threaded hole 707 in the scissor lift. The support bracket 803 contacts the base 601a of the housing 601. This will arouse pressure on the threaded rod 705 and place pressure on the base 601a.

[0074] Now for reference Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a reusable dispenser with a roller applicator that can be refilled is shown. In this view, a solution cartridge 716 is placed inside the dispenser. The solution cartridge 716 is secured to a cartridge compression plate 710 via a cartridge connecting plate 713. The upper end of the cartridge 716 is connected to a solution chamber 801. Solution 901 can be seen filling the cartridge 716 and the solution chamber 801. The solution then spreads along the roller 603.

[0075] Knob 703 is used to activate the dispensing device. In one embodiment, the dispensing device applies pressure to the contents of cartridge 716. This forces the solution into solution chamber 801 and onto the ball. In other embodiments, the dispensing device is used to slowly compress the cartridge to gradually release the solution. In one embodiment, the dispensing device over-compresses cartridge 716, which ensures that all contents of the cartridge are expelled.

[0076] In the illustrated embodiment, the box has an upper protrusion 716a that allows access to the solution chamber 801. The upper protrusion is configured to engage around an opening device 802. The opening device 802 will open the box 713. The upper protrusion 716a has a plurality of threaded orientations 902 on one side. If the solution chamber 801 is inside, it will have a matching set of threads. This will allow the box 713 to be screwed into the solution chamber 801.

[0077] Now for reference Figure 11 An exploded view of an embodiment of a reusable, refillable modified dispenser is shown. The modified dispenser has a housing 501. The housing 501 has a bottom side and an open top. The housing has a screw 502 rotatably fixed to the bottom of the housing. The screw has threads along its length. One end of the screw 502 has a knob 502a. The housing 501 has a cap 106 proportionally frictionally engaged with the open top of the housing 501.

[0078] In the illustrated embodiment, a box panel 1102 is shown. The box panel 1102 has a threaded hole 1101 positioned through the box panel 1102. This threaded hole 1101 allows the box panel 1102 to engage a screw 502. In one embodiment, the box panel is made of polyvinyl alcohol. In another embodiment, the box panel 1201 is made of a mixture of cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol.

[0079] In the illustrated embodiment, the box panel 1102 has a dome shape. This means that the middle of the box panel 1102 is rounded upwards. This allows a channel 1101a to be disposed beneath the box panel 1102 and secured around the threaded hole 1101. In one embodiment, the channel 1101a is a threaded channel. This allows the channel to also engage with the screw 502, thereby adding additional support to the box panel 1102. The box panel 1102 also has a plurality of holes 1103 passing through it. These holes 1103 will allow the pasteable material to adhere better to the box panel 1102.

[0080] Now for reference Figure 12 An exploded view of an embodiment of a reusable, refillable modified dispenser is shown. The modified dispenser has a housing 501. The housing 501 has a bottom side and an open top. The housing has a screw 502 rotatably fixed to the bottom of the housing. The screw has threads along its length. One end of the screw 502 has a knob 502a. The housing 501 has a cap 106 proportionally frictionally engaged with the open top of the housing 501.

[0081] In this embodiment of the modified dispenser, the cassette 1201 is a flat plate. This allows for greater availability of the applyable material 1202. In this embodiment, the cassette 1201 has a threaded hole 1204 passing through it. This threaded hole allows the cassette to engage with the screw 502. The cassette 1201 also has a plurality of holes 1203 positioned therethrough. These holes 1203 will engage the applyable material, thereby better adhering the cassette 1201 to the applyable material 1202. In one embodiment, the cassette is made of polyvinyl alcohol. In another embodiment, the cassette 1201 is made of a mixture of cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol.

[0082] The box plate 1201 is then secured to the applyable substance 1202. The box plate 1201 then engages with the screw 502. The screw 502 allows the user to move the box plate 1201 and the applyable substance 1202 up and down within the housing 501. This allows the user to apply a predetermined amount of the applyable substance 1202 and then reposition the cap 106 onto the housing 501.

[0083] Now for reference Figure 13A cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a reusable, refillable, modified dispenser box is shown. One embodiment of the box 1301 for the modified dispenser includes a housing 1302. The housing is scaled such that the internal dimensions of the housing 1302 are similar to the internal dimensions of the housing of the modified dispenser. The housing 1302 has at least one sidewall, a bottom section, and an open top section. This creates an internal volume. In one embodiment, the housing 1302 is made of plastic. In another embodiment, the housing 1302 is made of polyvinyl alcohol. In yet another embodiment, the housing 1302 is made of a mixture of cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol.

[0084] In use, the applyable substance 1202 is placed into the container 1301. In one embodiment, the applyable substance is in liquid form when placed in the container 1301. In another embodiment, the container plate 1201 is then pressed into the applyable substance 1202. The applyable substance adheres to the container plate 1201. A seal is then placed on top of the container 1301 to prevent air from entering.

[0085] Now for reference Figures 11-15 and Figures 16-20 This image shows a perspective view of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device for use with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled. In some embodiments, the solution within the internal volume of the refill cartridge is configured to match dispensers that incorporate a vertical shaft lifting mechanism. This may include a shaft configured to match the receiver of dispensers that incorporate a vertical shaft lifting mechanism and a shaft receiver.

[0086] The solution refill cartridge device includes a housing 11 having a shaped side with peripheral sidewalls forming an open end that provides access to an internal volume receiving a solution. The solution conforms to the internal volume and an attached dispenser. The open side of the solution refill cartridge device is configured with a closure 13 to seal the solution within the device. The closure 13 is removable to allow access to the solution within the refill cartridge device. Removal of the closure 13 allows dispensing of the shaped solution through the open side of the refill cartridge device. The solution refill cartridge device is aligned and fitted to allow the shaped solution to be dispensed together with or dispensed onto or into the attached dispenser, as shown below. Figures 21-25 As shown.

[0087] In the illustrated embodiment, the solution refill cartridge device is configured to be operatively coupled to the internal lifting mechanism (e.g., lever 14) of the associated dispenser, thereby allowing incremental use of the solution in the cartridge when coupled to the dispenser. In the illustrated embodiment, a movable plate 15 is also included, configured to remove solution from the cartridge during movement, thereby pressing the movable plate allows solution to be removed from the solution refill cartridge, assisting in coupling the solution within the cartridge device coupling device to the coupler of the associated dispenser.

[0088] The solution refill box device is configured to align with the open ends of dispensers of various materials, shapes, and sizes. Furthermore, the device comprises materials selected from at least the following list: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp, or any combination thereof. Additionally, the device is configured to include a large quantity of solution with varying flexibility aligned with the internal volume of the dispenser to which it is attached.

[0089] Now for reference Figures 21-25 This illustration shows several views of another alternative embodiment of a solution refill cartridge device used with a reusable dispenser that can be refilled. A coupler device 21 can be rotatably coupled to a coupled dispenser 22. When sealed within the enclosed solution refill cartridge device, the solution within the internal volume of the cartridge forms varying degrees of solidity. In some embodiments, the solution is encapsulated in a protective biodegradable membrane or in a package configured to restrict water vapor, oxygen vapor, humidity, etc., to extend the solution's lifespan. Furthermore, the device may include a protective outer package made of one or more materials selected from at least the following list: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp, cellophane, nitrogen-containing cellophane, cellulose, or mixtures thereof. Any or all components of the solution cartridge refill device may be water-soluble, biodegradable, and / or made of virgin or recycled materials.

[0090] In the illustrated embodiment, the solution refill cartridge device is configured to be operatively coupled to a combined dispenser coupling device 21, which mates with a coupling device 22 within the open side of the solution refill cartridge device.

[0091] The solutions within this invention are configured to refill combined dispensers for repeated use. In some embodiments, the solution refill cartridge device comprises one or both of biodegradable or water-soluble materials to eliminate single-use dispensers of plastics, metals, or materials that require recycling or long-term degradation. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the device includes an external sealable opening for injecting the solution into the cartridge, wherein a closure device is attached to the opening area, and the opening is sealed with an auxiliary material or stopper.

[0092] In some embodiments, the coupling device 21 embedded in the solution within the solution cartridge opening mates with the coupling device 22 of the coupled dispenser to attach solution from the solution refill cartridge device to the coupled dispenser. In such embodiments, the coupling of the dispenser to the solution refill cartridge device coupling device is configured as a temporary attachment to maintain the solution duration, wherein the coupling is achieved via at least one of at least two other similar means, such as clamping, rotatably coupling to, snapping on, or coupling the cartridge to the coupled dispenser. Furthermore, the opening side is configured to temporarily align with the opening side of the coupled dispenser to couple solution from within the device to the dispenser.

[0093] Therefore, it is proposed that the present invention has been shown and described in what is considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments. However, it should be recognized that deviations from the scope of the invention may be made, and obvious modifications will occur to those skilled in the art. With respect to the above description, it should be understood that the optimal dimensional relationships of the components of the invention (including variations in size, material, shape, form, function and operation, assembly and use) will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and all equivalents shown in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be covered in the present invention.

[0094] Therefore, the above description is only intended to illustrate the principles of the invention. Furthermore, since many modifications and variations will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not intended to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described; thus, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be invoked and fall within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A solution refill cartridge device configured to be connected to a dispenser, the solution refill cartridge device comprising: A housing having a shaped side having a peripheral sidewall forming an open end that provides access to the internal volume of the housing for receiving a solution; The solution conforms to the internal volume of the housing and the dispenser; The solution refill box device includes a sealing device on the open side for containing the solution within the solution refill box device; The sealing device is removable to allow access to the solution within the solution refill box device; The removal of the closure device allows the solution to be released through the opening side of the solution refill cartridge device; The solution refill cartridge device wherein the solution is aligned and matched to allow the solution to be directly dispensed by the dispenser or to be directly dispensed onto or into the dispenser; as well as The solution refill cartridge device is removed wholly or partially from the dispenser after the solution is discharged into, onto, onto, or discharged by the dispenser. The solution refill cartridge device further includes a coupling device embedded with the solution or the solution refill cartridge device, the coupling device being matched and coupled to the dispenser so that the solution of the solution refill cartridge device can be coupled to, onto, into, or together with the dispenser to achieve solution dispensing.

2. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill box device is configured to align with the open end of dispensers of various materials, shapes and sizes.

3. The solution refilling cartridge device according to claim 1, wherein the solution refilling cartridge device comprises materials selected from the group consisting of: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp or any combination thereof.

4. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill box device is configured to include a large quantity of solutions with varying flexibility, coagulation or viscosity aligned with the volume of the dispenser.

5. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill cartridge device is configured to be operatively coupled to an internal lifting mechanism of the dispenser, thereby allowing incremental use of the solution in the solution refill cartridge device when coupled to the dispenser.

6. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill cartridge device is configured to be operatively coupled to a dispenser coupling device, the dispenser coupling device being mated to the coupling device embedded in the solution refill cartridge device, the coupling device being located within the opening side of the solution refill cartridge device.

7. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the coupling device embedded in the solution refill cartridge device is coupled to the dispenser as a temporary attachment configured to maintain the duration of the solution, wherein the coupling is achieved via at least one of clamping, rotatably coupling thereto, snapping on, or other coupling means for connecting the solution refill cartridge device to the dispenser.

8. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the opening side of the solution refill cartridge device is configured to temporarily align with the opening side of the dispenser in order to couple the solution within the solution refill cartridge device to the dispenser.

9. The solution refill cartridge apparatus of claim 7, further comprising a movable plate configured to remove the solution from the solution refill cartridge apparatus during movement.

10. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 9, wherein pressing the movable plate allows the solution within the solution refill cartridge device to be removed, assisting in coupling the solution within the coupling device of the solution refill cartridge device to the coupler of the dispenser.

11. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the solution is configured to refill the dispenser so as to reuse the dispenser more than once.

12. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill cartridge device comprises one or both of a biodegradable material or a water-soluble material, in order to eliminate the need for single-use dispensers of plastics, metals or materials that require recycling or long-term degradation.

13. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein the coupling device is rotatably coupled to the dispenser.

14. The solution refill box apparatus of claim 1, wherein when sealed within the closed solution refill box apparatus, the solution within the internal volume of the solution refill box apparatus exhibits varying degrees of solidification.

15. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein the solution is encapsulated in a protective biodegradable membrane or in an encapsulation configured to limit water vapor transmission, oxygen vapor transmission, or humidity to extend the life of the solution.

16. The solution refill box apparatus of claim 1 further comprises a protective outer packaging made of one or more materials selected from the group consisting of: plastics, metals, organic materials, PVOH, polyvinyl succinate, butene glycol-vinyl alcohol copolymer, cellulose pulp, cellophane, nitrogen-containing cellophane, cellulose, or mixtures thereof.

17. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein any component of the solution refill box device is soluble in water.

18. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein any component of the solution refill cartridge device is decomposable.

19. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 1, wherein the solution refill cartridge device comprises one or more materials made of virgin or recycled materials.

20. The solution refill box device of claim 1, wherein the solution within the internal volume of the solution refill box device is matched with the dispenser having a lifting mechanism, the lifting mechanism causing the solution of the solution refill box device to move through the dispensing port of the dispenser.

21. A solution refill cartridge device configured to be connected to a dispenser, the solution refill cartridge device comprising: A housing having a forming end with peripheral sidewalls forming an internal volume that receives different bonding solutions or materials therein; The open side of the solution refill box device includes a closing device for containing the solution or material within the solution refill box device; as well as The removal of the closure device allows the solution or material to be coupled to, into, to, or onto a dispenser that is considered non-permanent. The solution refill cartridge device has a coupler that matches and aligns with the dispenser, thereby allowing for repeated refilling of the dispenser so that the dispenser is reusable. The solution refill cartridge device is wholly or partially soluble after its contents are emptied. as well as The solution refill cartridge device further includes a coupling device embedded in the solution on the open side of the solution refill cartridge device, the coupling device being matched with a coupler of the dispenser to couple the solution from the solution refill cartridge device to the dispenser.

22. The solution refill cartridge device of claim 21, wherein the closure of the housing is removable by unscrewing, peeling, or loosening the hook, thereby exposing the coupling device embedded in the solution on the open side of the solution refill cartridge device and coupling the coupling device embedded in the solution on the open side of the solution refill cartridge device to the dispenser, thereby containing the solution or material in the dispenser, containing the solution or material in the dispenser, or on the dispenser.

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