Bag Container Dispenser With Removable Panel for Space-Saving Dispensing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bag dispensing systems for retail stores, particularly for deli sliders and similar items, occupy too much floor space, require roll-mounted bags, and lack adaptability for various mountings, visual refilling indicators, and are not durable, inexpensive, or easy to clean.
Innovation Solution
A bag container dispenser with a removable access panel and a flexible closure flap, designed to minimize floor space, accommodate multiple bag sizes, and feature adjustable mountings, including a rack support for secure and convenient placement, using materials like cardboard, plastic, or metal, with options for perforated panels and angled guards to maintain bag order and hygiene.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If existing bag dispensing systems are used, then bags can be dispensed, but they occupy too much floor space
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser transitions from a floor-standing configuration to a wall-mounted or rack-mounted configuration, utilizing vertical space and wall surfaces instead of horizontal floor space. This dimensional shift allows the dispenser to be mounted on walls or racks at various heights, effectively removing it from the floor plane and reducing floor space occupation while maintaining full dispensing functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispenser utilizes a thin, flat container design that can be easily mounted on walls or racks. The container walls themselves serve as mounting surfaces, and the overall structure is designed to be space-efficient with a minimal footprint when mounted, allowing it to occupy negligible floor space while providing adequate bag storage and dispensing capability.
2Ease of operation
If existing bag dispensing systems are used, then bags can be dispensed, but they require roll-mounted bags which are inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser container is divided into multiple compartments or sections that can accommodate different bag sizes and types. Each compartment can be independently filled with pre-packaged bags, eliminating the need for roll-mounted bags. The segmented design allows for easy refilling by simply adding bags to the appropriate compartment without complex mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The system is designed to work with disposable, pre-packaged bags that are individually sealed and ready to use. These bags are inserted into the dispenser in a simple manner and dispensed one at a time. The disposable nature of the bags eliminates the need for complex rolling or unrolling mechanisms, simplifying the overall dispensing system while improving convenience.
3Adaptability or versatility
If existing bag dispensing systems are used, then bags can be dispensed, but they lack adaptability for various mountings
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser is designed with universal mounting capabilities that allow it to be installed on walls, racks, or other surfaces using various mounting methods. The container includes integrated mounting features such as flanges, slots, or attachment points that accommodate different mounting configurations. This universal design enables the same dispenser unit to be adapted to different installation locations and orientations without requiring custom modifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispenser incorporates adjustable and flexible mounting elements that can be positioned and configured according to the specific installation requirements. Mounting brackets, adjustable height mechanisms, or flexible attachment systems allow the dispenser to be dynamically adapted to various mounting surfaces and orientations, providing versatility while maintaining a simple base design that is easy to manufacture.
4Loss of information
If existing bag dispensing systems are used, then bags can be dispensed, but they lack visual refilling indicators
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser incorporates visual indicators such as color-coded labels, transparent windows, or colored markings on the container that change or become visible when bag inventory is low. These visual cues provide immediate information to users about refilling needs without requiring complex electronic or mechanical monitoring systems. The color or visual indication may change based on the bag level, offering intuitive refilling information.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispenser design includes built-in visual feedback mechanisms that automatically indicate when bags need to be refilled. This feedback is provided through transparent container walls, viewing windows, or indicator labels that show bag inventory levels. The feedback system is passive and requires no additional power or complex mechanisms, simply providing continuous visual information about the bag supply status to users.
5Reliability
If existing bag dispensing systems are used, then bags can be dispensed, but they are not durable or easy to clean
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser container is constructed from uniform, non-porous materials such as stainless steel, plastic, or coated metal that are inherently durable and resistant to contamination. The smooth, homogeneous surface of the container walls prevents bacterial adhesion and makes cleaning straightforward. The entire container structure, including mounting surfaces and internal compartments, is made from materials that can be easily wiped down or washed without degradation.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispenser design allows for easy disassembly and cleaning of all surfaces that contact bags or are exposed to the environment. The container can be taken apart into components that can be individually cleaned and sanitized. Mounting surfaces and internal structures are designed to be accessible for cleaning, and any removable parts can be discarded if contaminated beyond cleaning, ensuring hygiene and durability.
Data Source
AI summary
A bag container dispenser includes a bag container. The container is formed of resilient material and has a bottom, a top, first and second sides, a front, a back and a removable access panel. The access panel has a top segment that includes a portion of the top and a connected front segment. The front segment has a height that extends from the bottom to the top. Stacked bags are sized and shaped to fit within the bag container. Each of the bags has a front wall, a back wall, an open top and a closure mechanism. The bags are dispensable from the container through an opening provided by removal of the access panel which may have a removable cover. A dispenser rack has a horizontal platform sized and shaped to support the bag container. Peripheral guards extend upward from the platform and constrain movement of the container during dispensing.