canister

Abstract

Canister (1) for the storage and transport of flowable material, containing: • a container body (2) which has an interior space (21), • a handle section (3) formed on the container body (2), • a filling opening (4) which is in fluid contact with the interior (21), • a closure (5) designed to releasably and tightly close the filling opening (4), • an outlet opening (6) which is in fluid communication with the interior (21), and • a pouring head (7) which is designed to be detachably connected to the outlet opening (6) so that a continuous fluid connection with the interior (21) can be established, characterized in that a receiving section (8) is formed between the container body (2) and the handle section (3), which is designed to receive the pouring head (7) in such a way that it is held in the receiving section (8) by friction and / or by positive locking.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a canister for storing and transporting flowable material, comprising a container body having an interior, a handle section formed on the container body, a filling opening in fluid communication with the interior, a closure designed to releasably and sealingly close the filling opening, an outlet opening in fluid communication with the interior, and a pouring head designed to be releasably connected to the outlet opening, so that a continuous fluid connection with the interior can be established.

[0002] Canisters for storing and transporting flowable materials, such as liquids, are well-known. These canisters are generally made of a material like plastic or steel and typically have a cuboid shape. A canister often has a body that encloses an inner chamber in which the flowable material can be held. A handle is usually attached to the body of the canister to facilitate gripping and lifting. To allow for filling or dispensing the flowable material, canisters typically have a filling opening that is in contact with the fluid inside. To ensure a tight seal, a releasable closure is usually provided for the filling opening.Furthermore, it has proven beneficial to provide an additional opening on the container body, which can further facilitate pouring. Such an outlet opening can, for example, be connected to an additional attachment that makes dispensing and distributing flowable material easier.

[0003] From DE 20 2019 100 737 U1, for example, a canister is known with a container body that has a handle and a filling opening on its upper side. This canister also has a connection opening that is linked to a tubular dispensing nozzle. By tilting the canister, liquid can flow through the connection opening into the dispensing nozzle and be poured out through the dispensing nozzle.

[0004] The improvement in the dispensing and distribution of flowable material achieved by the attachment at the outlet opening, however, comes at the cost of a significant increase in the canister's overall volume. This has a negative impact on both the canister's transport and storage, as it requires more space. Furthermore, the attachment, due to its exposed position at the outlet opening, is easily soiled and / or damaged by mechanical impact.

[0005] Based on this prior art, the present invention aims to propose an improved canister for the storage and transport of flowable material, which has an improved arrangement of an attachment for dispensing flowable material.

[0006] This problem is solved by the canister with the features of claim 1. Preferred embodiments of the invention are evident from the dependent claims.

[0007] The present invention relates to a canister for storing and transporting flowable material, comprising a container body with an interior, a handle formed on the container body, a filling opening in fluid communication with the interior, a closure designed to releasably and tightly close the filling opening, an outlet opening in fluid communication with the interior, and a pouring head designed to be releasably connected to the outlet opening, thus enabling a continuous fluid connection with the interior. In other words, the canister according to the invention has, in addition to the filling opening, a further opening, the outlet opening, which is also in fluid communication with the interior.The outlet opening can be detachably connected to a pouring head, which facilitates the dispensing of flowable material from the interior through the outlet opening and the pouring head. In other words, the pouring head is designed to distribute flowable material flowing through it. It is specifically designed that the pouring head can be connected to the outlet opening in such a way that the connection between the pouring head and the outlet opening is leak-proof.

[0008] A receiving section is formed between the container body and the handle section, designed to hold the pouring head in a frictionally and / or form-fit manner. The receiving section between the container body and the handle section allows the pouring head to be detachably positioned in the area between these two sections. The receiving section can be located on the container body, the handle section, or both. The invention is based on the understanding that the space between the container body and the handle section is at least partially enclosed by the aforementioned elements of the canister, thus offering improved protection against contamination and mechanical damage. Furthermore, the pouring head can be positioned and carried in this space-saving manner on the canister.

[0009] Preferably, a through-opening can be formed between the container body and the handle section. Providing such an opening increases the storage volume in the space between the handle section and the container body. This can facilitate gripping the handle section and increase the available space for the storage area.

[0010] In one possible embodiment, the handle section can be designed as an arc-shaped extension connected to the container body at both ends of the arc. It is conceivable that the handle section is integrally formed with the container body or even formed as a single piece with it. A through-opening can be formed between the arc-shaped extension and the container body. It is also conceivable that a wall is formed between the arc-shaped extension and the container body, creating grip recesses on both sides.

[0011] In another possible embodiment, the receiving section can be arranged in the through-opening. This advantageously allows the pouring head to be almost completely or completely contained within the receiving volume between the container body and the handle section. This enables space-saving storage of the pouring head and further improved protection of the pouring head.

[0012] Preferably, the pouring head can be detachably snapped into the opening. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the pouring head can be detachably clamped in the opening. These designs offer simple ways to temporarily position the pouring head in the opening and, if necessary, remove it without damage. This allows the pouring head to have a fixed position on the canister where it can be permanently stored.

[0013] In one embodiment, the casting head can have a cylindrical connection section designed to be connected to the outlet opening. The cylindrical connection section can, for example, be tubular or in the form of a nozzle, designed to form a sealing connection with the outlet opening. It is conceivable, for instance, that the connection section can be connected to the outlet opening by friction and / or form-fitting. In one embodiment, the connection section can be tubular and slipped or pushed onto a similarly tubular section of the outlet opening to create a friction-fit seal. Alternatively, the connection section can also be screwed to the outlet opening.Furthermore, the pouring head can have a conical spout section adjoining the connection section, designed to distribute flowable material. The conical, widening shape of the spout section provides a funnel-shaped outlet, facilitating the distribution of the dispensing flowable material.

[0014] In a casting head configuration with a cylindrical connection section and a conical spout section adjoining the connection section, it is preferable for the casting head to have a perforated orifice with a plurality of openings, arranged at the end of the spout section furthest from the connection section. By providing a perforated orifice, flowable material can be retained in the spout section, thus contributing to its discharge through the openings across the entire cross-section of the orifice. This slows the discharge of flowable material through the casting head, enabling controlled dispensing. Furthermore, the discharged flowable material can be divided into a plurality of individual streams, facilitating its distribution and enabling a large-area, metered application.

[0015] The design of the pouring head allows the filling opening on the top of the container to remain closed while still pouring without gurgling, as air can enter the container through the pouring head in the opposite direction to the flowing material. This can make the handling of the overall system particularly efficient and prevents unwanted leakage of the flowing material.

[0016] In another possible embodiment, a sealing element can be arranged at the outlet opening, designed to seal it. This sealing element can be, for example, material-locking, form-locking, or friction-locking. The outlet opening can be sealed, for instance, by a screw cap, a plug, or the like. This prevents the escape of flowable material from the interior and also prevents contamination of the interior.

[0017] It may be preferable for the closure element to be connected to the outlet opening by a weakened material section. Such a weakened material section could, for example, be formed by a weakened line. It is conceivable that such a weakened line is not continuous but partially interrupted. It is also conceivable that a plurality of weakened points or a comparable geometric arrangement of surface perforations is provided. Such a material-bonded connection allows the closure element to be easily formed at or connected to the outlet opening. Furthermore, irreversible separation of the closure element from the outlet opening can be facilitated.

[0018] In another possible embodiment, the outlet opening can be designed as a tubular extension. This allows the emerging flowable material to be easily directed in a specific flow direction. Furthermore, such a design of the outlet opening can facilitate the connection to the pouring head.

[0019] In another possible embodiment, the container body can have a bottom, a top, and a side wall connecting the bottom and the top. In such an arrangement, the bottom can form the base of the container body, with the side walls extending from the bottom. A top can be arranged opposite the bottom. Thus, the container body can have a substantially cuboid shape. However, this does not preclude the side walls from having rounded transitions into one another and / or additional chamfered surfaces or the like.

[0020] In such an embodiment, the filling opening can be located at the top. This can enable efficient filling of the container body, as the filling opening is then located at or near the highest point of the container body. Thus, a predefined fill level of the container body can be achieved without leakage through the filling opening.

[0021] Furthermore, it may be preferred that the outlet opening is located on the top side. It is also conceivable that the outlet opening is located in a region of the side wall near the top side. For example, a region of the side wall located near the top side may be situated in the upper third, preferably in the upper quarter, of the side wall. It is also conceivable that a region of the side wall located near the top side may be situated in a chamfered transition region of a side wall that connects a substantially vertical section of the side wall to the top side. By positioning the outlet opening on the top side or in a region near the top side, it is possible to utilize the maximum fill height of the container body when the outlet opening is open, without any flowable material escaping from the outlet opening.

[0022] In another possible embodiment, the side wall can have at least one stiffening section that is recessed relative to the surrounding side wall towards the interior. Such a stiffening section can be formed, for example, by a trough or a recessed surface. By providing a stiffening section, the dimensional stability of the container body can be increased, thus reliably preventing bulging. In another possible embodiment, the side wall can have at least two stiffening sections arranged on opposite sides of the side wall. In a preferred embodiment, two stiffening sections designed as recessed surfaces are arranged on opposite sides of the side wall. This arrangement of stiffening sections further increases the dimensional stability of the container body.

[0023] Furthermore, it is conceivable that at least one stiffening section is located at the bottom. Even with a stiffening section located at the bottom, the dimensional stability of the container body can be increased and bulging in the bottom area can be avoided.

[0024] In another possible embodiment, the canister can be made of plastic. For example, the canister could be made of polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), fluorinated polyethylene, or the like. The use of plastic can combine low weight, good manufacturing properties, and compatibility with a large number of flowable materials. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the canister could be made entirely or at least partially of metal. For example, the container body could be made of sheet steel or the like. The use of metal can increase the dimensional stability and strength of the canister.

[0025] The invention is explained in more detail below with reference to an exemplary embodiment and the drawing. All features described and / or illustrated, individually or in any combination, constitute the subject matter of the invention, irrespective of their compilation in the claims or their cross-references.

[0026] They show schematically: Fig. 1 a perspective view of a canister according to an embodiment of the invention in a state in which the pouring head is locked in the through-opening; Fig. 2 another perspective view of the in Fig. 1 canister shown, wherein the pouring head is connected to the outlet opening; Fig. 3 another perspective view of the in Fig. 1 of the canisters shown; Fig. 4 another perspective view of the in Fig. 1 canister shown without the cap and the pouring head; Fig. 5 a detailed view of the in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. 3 depicted casting head; and Fig. 6 an exploded view of the in Fig. 5 of the depicted casting head.

[0027] The Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. Figure 4 shows perspective views of a canister 1 according to the invention. The canister 1 has a container body 2 with a plate-shaped bottom 22, side walls 24 extending from the bottom 22, and a top 23 at the upper end of the container body 2 that closes off the side walls 24. The container body 2 encloses an interior space 21 (see Figure 4). Fig. 4), which serves as a receiving volume for flowable materials, especially liquids. The canister 1 is made of plastic.

[0028] A stiffening section 25 is arranged on a side wall 24, which is designed as a recessed surface in the side wall 24 facing the interior 21. The recessed surface is connected to the surrounding side wall 24 by a circumferential radius. The canister 1 has another stiffening section 25 of this type on the side wall 24. Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. 4 non-visible opposite side wall 24 on.

[0029] A filling opening 4 is arranged on the upper surface 23, which creates an opening to the interior 21 (see figure). Fig. 4) The filling opening 4 is designed as a cylindrical extension with an external thread. A closure 5 can be arranged on the filling opening 4 and seal it tightly. In this case, the closure 5 is designed as a screw cap that can engage with the external thread of the filling opening 4 and can thus be detachably arranged on the filling opening 4. The closure 5, in the state arranged on the filling opening 4, is in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. Figure 3 illustrates this. By unscrewing the closure 5, the screw cap can be loosened and subsequently removed from the filling opening 4. The filling opening 4, in the absence of the closure 5, is in Fig. 4 shown.

[0030] Furthermore, an outlet opening 6 is arranged on a side wall 24. The outlet opening 6 is formed in an upper region of the side wall 24, which adjoins the top surface 23. The outlet opening 6 is designed as a tubular extension that extends upwards at an angle from the container body 2. The outlet opening 6 is shown in the illustration of the Fig. 1, Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 is closed by a closure element 61, which is connected to the outlet opening 6 by a weakened material section 62. The weakened material section 62 is designed as a circumferential weakened line that has a lesser material thickness than the outlet opening 6 and the closure element 61. The closure element 61 can be removed, for example, by cutting or separating it, so that the outlet opening 6 is opened. In other words, after the closure element 61 is removed, liquid can escape from the interior 21 through the outlet opening 6.

[0031] The canister 1 further comprises a handle section 3, which is designed as an arc-shaped element. One end of the arc is connected to a side wall 24, while the other end of the arc is connected to the top 23. One end of the handle section 3 is connected to the side wall 24 opposite the side wall 24 on which the outlet opening 6 is located. In other words, the outlet opening 6 and the handle section 3 extend in opposite directions. The handle section 3 is formed integrally with the container body 2. The handle section 3 is designed as a hollow tube, with the interior 21 being in fluid communication with the inner volume of the handle section 3.

[0032] The handle section 3 extends from a side wall 24 to the top 23 of the container body 2 and forms a passage opening 31. The passage opening 31 is essentially triangular. Within the passage opening 31, the side wall 24 and an inner surface of the handle section 3 are opposite each other. A receiving section 8 is formed on the inner surface of the handle section 3 and the side wall 24. The receiving section 8 has stepped surface structures on the side facing the handle section 3. Furthermore, the receiving section 8 tapers towards a lower end of the handle section 3, where the handle section 3 is connected to the side wall 24. The receiving section 8 also has a rib 81 on the side facing the side wall 24.

[0033] Before discussing the various arrangement options of the pouring head 7 on the canister 1, it will first be described with reference to the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 explained in more detail.

[0034] The pouring head 7 has a tubular connection section 71. A pouring section 72, which progressively widens conically, adjoins the connection section 71. In other words, the diameter of the pouring section 72 increases from the connection section 71. The pouring section 72 has the shape of a funnel. The connection section 71 and the pouring section 72 are formed in one piece. A perforated plate 73 is arranged on the pouring section 72. The perforated plate 73 is designed as a plate with a plurality of openings 74. The perforated plate 73 also has a linear guide groove 75, which is recessed relative to the surrounding surface of the perforated plate 73.

[0035] The pouring head 7 can optionally be locked into the through-opening 31 (see Fig. 1 and Fig. 3) or connected to the outlet opening 6 (see Fig. 2).

[0036] First, with reference to the Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 3 describes the state in which the pouring head 7 is locked in the through-opening 31. The pouring head 7 contacts the area of ​​the receiving section 8 located on the handle section 3 with its connecting section 71. The connecting section 71 contacts the receiving section 8 with an end opposite the pouring section 72. This end is not flat but has a rounded shape in the form of a concave depression that corresponds to a protrusion of the handle section 3. The pouring section 72 contacts the stepped surface structures of the receiving section 8. Furthermore, the aperture 8 contacts the side-wall area of ​​the receiving section 8. In particular, the aperture 8 is oriented such that the rib 81 engages in the linear guide groove 75 and centers the pouring head. Through the interaction of the surface structures with the connecting section 72, the pouring head 7 locks into the through-opening 31.

[0037] The following refers to Fig. 2 describes the state in which the pouring head 7 is detachably connected to the outlet opening 6. In the Fig. In the state shown in Figure 2, the closure 61 has already been separated from the outlet opening 6 (not visible). The pouring head 7 is attached to the tubular outlet opening 6. The tubular connecting section 71 of the pouring head 7 has a slightly smaller inner diameter than the outer diameter of the tubular outlet opening 6. By sliding the flexible connecting section 71 onto the outlet opening 6, the connecting section 72 seals against the outlet opening and secures the pouring head 7.

[0038] The following section describes, by way of example, the use of the canister 1 according to the invention. In an initial state, which is described in the Fig. 1 and Fig.As shown in Figure 3, the pouring head 7 is positioned in the through-opening 31, the outlet opening 6 is closed by the sealing element 61, and the filling opening 4 is closed by the closure 5. The container body 2 is filled with a liquid, in particular a green growth remover. To dispense the liquid from the interior 21 in a controlled manner, the sealing element 61 is first removed by cutting through the weakened line 62, and the outlet opening 6 is opened. The pouring head 7 is then released from its locking mechanism and attached to the outlet opening 6. By tilting the canister towards the outlet opening 6, liquid flows from the interior 21 through the outlet opening into the pouring head 7. The liquid initially flows through the connecting section 71 into the outlet section 72, where it is held back by the orifice plate 73.The accumulated liquid emerges from the multiple openings 74 as individual jets and can thus be dispensed in a controlled manner. The canister 1 according to the invention is used in the manner of a watering can. After dispensing is complete, the pouring head 7 can be locked into the through-opening 31 as described above. Alternatively or optionally, it is also possible to remove liquid from or add liquid to the interior 21 through the filling opening 4. For this purpose, the closure 5 must first be removed and then replaced after the process is complete. Reference symbol list 1 canister 2 container bodies 21 Interior 22 Floor 23 Top 24 side wall 25 Stiffening section 3 Handle section 31 Passage opening 4 Filling opening 5 Closure 6 Outlet opening 61 Locking element 62 weakened material section 7 Pouring head 71 Connection section, 72 Pouring section 73 Perforated aperture 74 openings 75 Guide groove 8 Recording section 81st rib QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Claims

[1] Canister (1) for the storage and transport of flowable material, containing: • a container body (2) which has an interior space (21), • a handle section (3) formed on the container body (2), • a filling opening (4) which is in fluid contact with the interior (21), • a closure (5) designed to releasably and tightly close the filling opening (4), • an outlet opening (6) which is in fluid communication with the interior (21), and • a casting head (7) which is designed to be detachably connected to the outlet opening (6) so that a continuous fluid connection with the interior (21) can be established, characterized by, that a receiving section (8) is formed between the container body (2) and the handle section (3), which is designed to receive the pouring head (7) in such a way that it is held in the receiving section (8) by friction and / or by positive locking. [2] Canister (1) according to claim 1, characterized by , that a passage opening (31) is formed between the container body (2) and the handle section (3). [3] Canister (1) according to claim 2, characterized by , that the receiving section (8) is arranged in the passage opening (31). [4] Canister (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the pouring head (7) has a cylindrical connection section (71) which is designed to be connected to the outlet opening (6) and a conical pouring section (72) adjoining the connection section (71) which is designed to distribute flowable material. [5] Canister (1) according to claim 4, characterized by , that the pouring head (7) has a perforated aperture (73) with a plurality of openings (74) which is arranged at the end of the pouring section (72) opposite the connection section (71). [6] Canister (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that a closing element (61) is arranged at the outlet opening (6) which is designed to seal the outlet opening (6). [7] Canister (1) according to claim 6, characterized by , that the closure element (61) is connected to the outlet opening (6) by a weakened material section (62). [8] Canister (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the outlet opening (6) is designed as a tubular extension. [9] Canister (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the container body (2) has a bottom (22), a top (23) and a side wall (24) connecting the bottom (22) and the top (23). [10] Canister (1) according to claim 9, characterized by , that the filling opening (4) is located on the top (23). [11] Canister (1) according to claim 9 or 10, characterized by that the outlet opening (6) is located on the top (23) or in an area of ​​the side wall (24) near the top (23). [12] Canister (1) according to any one of claims 9 to 11, characterized by , that the side wall (24) has at least one stiffening section (25) which is set back from the surrounding side wall (24) in the direction of the interior (21). [13] Canister (1) according to claim 12, characterized by that the side wall (24) has at least two stiffening sections (25) arranged on opposite sides of the side wall (24). [14] Canister (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the canister (1) is made of plastic.

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