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Class 220
RECEPTACLES
Class Definition:
This is the residual class of receptacles comprised of a
peripheral wall with at least one closed end, and having an
access opening which may be an open end of the receptacles,
or which may be provided in the peripheral wall or closed end
of the receptacle. Receptacles of this class type must
function, by disclosure, to hold contents which in turn are
to be eventually removed from the receptacle. This is also
the residual locus for closures for receptacles. This is
also the residual locus for attachments for receptacles.
LINES WITH OTHER CLASSES AND WITHIN THIS CLASS
Some specific art structures remain in this class which do
not function by disclosure to hold contents which in turn are
to be eventually removed from the receptacle; particularly
those in subclasses 2.1+, subclasses 3.2+, and some
electrical and sectional housings.
Designs for receptacles are in the design classes. See
References to Other Classes, below.
For other receptacles, see References to Other Classes,
below.
See the Notes to subclasses 2.1+ of this class (220) for the
distinction between the envelopes, boxes, and housings for
electric lamps, discharge devices, and similar devices in
Class 174 and those in other classes, and the Notes to
subclasses 3.2+ of this class (220) for the distinction
between the boxes and housings for electrical devices in
Class 174, and those in other classes.
See the Notes to subclasses 2.1+ of this class (220) for the
distinction between the envelopes, boxes and housings for
electric lamp and discharge devices which are in Class 313
and those in other classes.
REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
4, Baths, Closets, Sinks, and Spittoons, for receptacles of
that type.
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, 257.05 for a
receptacle which is particularly constructed to facilitate
loading of an applicator; including indented subclasses
257.07+ for inkwells.
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, subclass 110.5, and the notes
thereto, for handles which also serve as receptacles.
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 110 for handles, and subclasses
128+ for hinges.
27, Undertaking, particularly 2 for coffins.
30, Cutlery, subclass 400, for can openers.
34, Drying and Gas or Vapor Contact With Solids, particularly
subclass 233 and 237+ for drying receptacles.
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, 306 for cans with
labels thereon.
70, Locks, 63 and 77+ for receptacle and closure locks where
no particular structure of the receptacle is involved.
72, Metal Deforming, for manufacture of a sheet metal
container by mere plastic deformation, with or without
cutting.
92, Expansible Chamber Devices, 169 for a detailed cylinder
or working chamber or closure therefor for an expansible
chamber device. See References to Other Classes, in
Class 92, in the Search Class note for Class 220 for a
further discussion of the relationship between Class 92 and
Class 220.
99, Foods and Beverages: Apparatus, subclass 428, 430-433
and 439 for cooking molds of particular application.
109, Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, for safes.
119, Animal Husbandry, for aquariums, nests, feed bags, etc.
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, for a closed or
pressurized liquid heater or vaporizer, subclass 19.2 for a
stand boiler (e.g., water heater, etc.) that provides hot
water for domestic or household use (e.g., cooking, cleaning,
washing, bathing, space heating, etc.) that may be in other
than a house or home (e.g., apartment building, office
building, restaurant, laundry, recreational vehicle, etc.)
and a casing for the stand boiler or an external tank
therefor.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclasses 373.1-390.1 for an
open-top liquid heating vessel that may include a lid.
124, Mechanical Guns and Projectors, subclass 41.1 and 45+
for projectile holders and carriers and magazines.
131, Tobacco, 231 for tobacco users' appliance combined with
ash receiving receptacles.
137, Fluid Handling, for tanks in combination with other
fluid handling means, especially subclass 268 for
receptacles holding a supply of solids to be mixed with a
liquid.
139, Textiles: Weaving, 389 for woven bags.
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, 331 for funnels.
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Covers, for a purse,
wallet, card container or coin container used to carry money,
credit cards or items of identification on the person.
156, Adhesive Bonding and Miscellaneous Chemical Manufacture,
subclass 262 for methods of making closures involving apply
liners thereto by a punching and laminating operation.
166, Wells, 162 and the subclasses there noted for
receptacles specialized to use in wells.
169, Fire Extinguishers, particularly 30 for receptacles for
holding and dispensing fire extinguishing materials.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, 17 and 50+ and
the subclasses specified in the Notes to the definition of
these subclasses for boxes and housings which involve
electrical features. See Lines With Other Classes and Within
This Class for a discussion of envelopes, boxes, and housings
for electric lamps, discharge devices, and similar devices,
and the line between Class 220, 174, and other classes.
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, for receptacles of that
description.
200, Electricity: Circuit Makers and Breakers, 61.62 for
switches combined with closure members, locks and letter
boxes.
206, Special Receptacle or Package, appropriate subclasses,
for a container particularly configured to hold a specific
article or material-including an article (s) or material (s)
put up as a mercantile unit. See 139 for a portable
segregating carrier for plural cylindrical type beverage
containers and subclasses 499 through 520 for containers with
nesting or stacking features.
209, Classifying, Separating, and Assorting Solids, 233
particularly subclasses 248+, 259, 376, and 377, for sifting
screens for coal buckets and similar receptacles.
211, Supports: Racks, 71.01 for receptacle support type.
215, Bottles and Jars, for receptacles of that description.
217, Wooden Receptacles, for receptacles of that material.
219, Electric Heating, appropriate subclasses for
electrically heated vessels and ovens.
221, Article Dispensing, appropriate subclasses for article
dispensing receptacles not otherwise provided for, and see
the class definition of Class 221 for identification and
explanation of those features which are considered to be
dispensing features and to indicate classification of a
receptacle structure in Class 221.
222, Dispensing, and see the notes to the class and subclass
definitions for receptacles for dispensing fluent materials.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, for
receptacles of that material. The line between classes 220
and 229 is as follows. Given a claim to a container which
includes (1) a paperboard layer and (2) either a rigid metal
or a rigid plastic layer, the layer which is considered to be
the primary layer or the support layer controls
classification, i.e., a container made from metal is
classified in Class 220. A container made from rigid or
semi-rigid thermoplastic is classified in Class 220 unless it
folds in the manner of a paperboard container. A container
made from paperboard or a container made from rigid or
semi-rigid thermoplastic and which folds in the manner of a
paperboard container made from a blank is classified in Class
229. A paper container made of molded pulp or molded
paperboard is classified in Class 229. A paperboard
container having a metal or thermoplastic closure is
classified in Class 229. Any doubt is resolved in favor of
Class 220. Examples: (1) If one layer forms a complete
container and the other does not, the claim is classified on
the basis of the complete container; (2) A paperboard
container with a metal foil layer is classified in Class 229;
(3) A paperboard container with a thin thermoplastic layer is
classified in Class 229; (4) A paperboard container with a
removable inner container made of metal or rigid or
semi-rigid thermoplastic is classified in Class 229; (5) A
metallic or a rigid or semi-rigid thermoplastic container
having a removable inner paperboard container is classified
in Class 220.
232, Deposit and Collection Receptacles, for receptacles of
that description.
235, Registers, subclass 32 and 100 for registering boxes.
239, Fluid Sprinkling, Spraying, and Diffusing, especially
302 for receptacles combined with sprayers receiving their
supply from the receptacle, subclasses 34+ for holders for
slow diffusers, and subclasses 146+ for vehicular type supply
receptacles.
248, Supports, for receptacle supports. In general, as
between the receptacle classes and the support classes, the
receptacle classes provide for the combination of a
receptacle plus support: except, the support classes will
accept a claim to a support combined with a receptacle,
wherein the claim (1) nominally recites the receptacle, or
(2) recites only so much of the receptacle structure as is
needed to cooperate with the support, or (3) recites only
those receptacles features which have been modified
specifically to cooperate with the support.
249, Static Molds, appropriate subclasses, for receptacles
intended for molding fluent material.
250, Radiant Energy, 475.2 for invisible radiation
responsive photos:graphic cassettes, and subclasses 506.1+
for a shielded receptacle for a radioactive source.
266, Metallurgical Apparatus, 275 for receptacles for
treating molten material.
273, Amusement Devices: Games, 144 for chance mixing or
dispensing devices such as dice cups.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 825 for scabbards for skates.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, for seams and joints similar
to those used in receptacles.
292, Closure Fasteners, for closure fasteners.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, 68.22 for
hoist buckets.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, for cabinets and for
receptacle and receptacle combinations not provided for
elsewhere. 35 provide for removal facilitating structure
such as a receptacle having a spring loaded bottom portion
which moves in response to the weight of contents.
313, Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices, 317 and the
subclasses specified in the Notes thereto for electric lamps
and discharge devices which are provided with an envelope,
housing or container. See Lines With Other Classes and
Within This Class, for further discussion of the line between
Class 313 and Class 220.
362, Illumination, particularly 159 for receptacles combined
with illumination means.
366, Agitating, for a fixed or movable receptacle forming or
including apparatus to effect agitation.
368, Horology: Time Measuring Systems or Devices, 276 for
clock and watch cases.
376, Induced Nuclear Reactions: Processes, Systems, and
Elements, subclass 272 for a storage container system for
irradiated core elements.
396, Photography, appropriate subclasses and particularly 589
for dark cabinets and 636+ for trays.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, 118 for a
supply container in combination with an applicator which is
removable therefrom for a coating application independent
thereof.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, appropriate
subclasses for a stock material product in the form of a
single or plural layer web or sheet, especially 426 and 630+
for composites including a glass layer, and subclasses 411+
and 615+ for nonmetallic and metallic composites,
respectively, defined in terms of the composition of their
components, especially subclass 648 for tin-plate stock. See
also Lines With Other Classes and Within This Class for class
(428), for the distinction between a stock material and a
receptacle.
432, Heating, 254 for a metallic receptacle the sole
disclosed use of which is to support work within a furnace to
be annealed or carburized by heat.
454, Ventilation, particularly 173 for ventilating chambers
for storage of hay, grain, fruit, vegetables, etc.
473, Games Using Tangible Projectile, 516 for a player held
and powered, nonmechanical projecting implement for
projecting a projectile into the air (e.g., a tennis racket,
etc.) which may be combined with a container or package
therefor. See especially the Search Notes under subclass 516
for the locations for a flaccid protective cover (e.g., a
flaccid case, etc.) for, or for a container or package (e.g.,
a rigid case, etc.) for, containing such a projecting
implement.
588, Hazardous or Toxic Waste Destruction or Containment,
subclass 16 for the process of containing radioactive waste
in receptacles, subclasses 249+ for the process of containing
hazardous or toxic waste in receptacles.
D6, Furnishings, for desks, furniture, showcases, etc.
D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or Drink Not
Elsewhere Specified, 509 for drinking vessels; and
subclasses 354+ for various food preparation vessels.
D9, Packages and Containers for the Transport or Handling of
Goods.
D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia, and Ornaments, 143 for
vases.
D99, Miscellaneous, 28 for safes.
SUBCLASSES
Subclass:
1.5
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Containers constructed for individual handling to be placed
on and removed from cars, trucks, etc., generally to
constitute part of the body thereof. They are usually of the
type known as less than Car-Load Lot containers and are of
such size and form that one or more constitute a car body or
load.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
410, Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier, 2 for a
freight container disclosed as being part of the vehicle and
constructed to accommodate for haulage a particular particle
(as opposed to a load bearer or indiscriminate freight. See
this class (410) subclasses 2+ for the particular article
accommodation concept); and subclasses 52+ for a freight
container for intermodel accommodation on a freight carrier,
for which technique of freight shipment the container is
provided with means interengageably associable with a freight
carrier body for on-and-off accommodation.
454, Ventilation, subclass 77, 79, 88, and 118 for the
ventilation of cargo areas on freight-carrying vehicles.
Subclass:
1.6
Including inner bag liner:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1.5. Subject matter
including a sack or pouch of flexible material which is
located interiorly of the freight container and serves as a
substitute inner surface for it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
495.01 for other receptacles having inner bag liners.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.27 for paperboard boxes having bag liners.
Subclass:
2
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Devices comprising coal-buckets, including guards, feeding
devices, etc.
(1) Note. Search appropriate subclass for closures,
handles, compartments, end structures, or other special
features of coal buckets, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
20 for sifting-partitions and hopper constructions.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
209, Classifying, Separating, and Assorting Solids, 233
especially subclass 376, for sifting features alone.
Subclass:
2.1
Envelopes, casings and housings, designed for use with
electric lamps, electric space discharge devices and similar
devices.
(1) Note. This subclass includes envelopes made of
vitreous, ceramic or nonmetallic plastic material for
electric lamps, electric space discharge devices, electric
switches and similar devices where the claimed structure is
of general application and not limited to use with any
specific electric device or is not limited by claimed
structure to electrical use.
(2) Note. This subclass provides only for the structure of
the envelope and associated accessories such as an attached
base but does not provide for any structure which is limited
to electrical use such as lead-in wires for conducting
electricity through the wall of the envelope, casing or
housing.
(3) Note. An envelope is defined for the purpose of
classification in this and the indented subclasses as being a
gas tight enclosure designed to be evacuated or filled with a
gas or vapor. In general the distinction between an envelope
and a jacket or casing is that the envelope is to be sealed
so as to be gas tight.
(4) Note. Many of the receptacles in this and the indented
subclasses are made in whole or part of glass or other
ceramic material but this and the indented subclass are not
limited to receptacles made of such material.
(5) Note. As this and the indented subclass are based on
the function of the casing or housing, the art in these
subclasses is cross-referenced into the succeeding subclasses
of this class for structural features which are of general
utility.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.2 for outlet or junction box type receptacles and housings
which are designed for use with electrical apparatus.
581 for a high-pressure-gas tank.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
65, Glass Manufacturing, 138 for glassworking apparatus for
making electronic envelope headers, terminals or stems.
165, Heat Exchange, subclass 74 for an envelope, casing,
housing or coil device projecting into and covering an
opening in an enclosure containing a fluid for modifying the
temperature of the device; subclasses 80.1+ for a means
retaining a removable device in a heat exchanger; subclasses
177+ for a tubular structure with heat exchanging features;
and subclass 185 for a heat transmitter, per se.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, appropriate
subclasses, provides for envelopes, casings and housings for
use with electrical devices, such as discharge devices and
lamps, which include electrical features (such as the lead-in
conductors for a lamp) but which do not include any
significant characteristics of the electrical device. See
the class definition of Class 174 for the subclasses in Class
174 which provide for this subject matter.
200, Electricity: Circuit Makers and Breakers, subclass 152
and the subclasses specified in the Notes thereto for liquid
contact circuit makers and breakers (e.g., mercury switches)
which are provided with an envelope.
313, Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices, 317 and the
subclasses specified in the Notes thereto for electric lamps
and electric space discharge devices which are provided with
an envelope which is sealed so as to maintain an atmosphere
of gas or vapor within the envelope or to maintain a vacuum
within the envelope, and subclass 324 and the subclasses
specified in the Notes thereto for other lamps and discharge
devices which are provided with a jacket or a casing. Class
313 is the generic class for discharge devices and lamps
which have an envelope formed as an integral part thereof.
Class 313 is also the generic class for discharge devices
which have combined therewith a separable casing for the
discharge device. See References With Other Classes and
Within This Class, in Class 313 for the other classes which
provide for significant lamp structure or discharge device
structure in combination with either an integral envelope or
a separable casing or jacket.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, subclass 34
for a plurality of light transmissive or translucent glass
sheet, sealed at their edges and spaced so as to enclose a
gas space therebetween, and subclasses 426+ and 630 for
composites having a glass component.
431, Combustion, 358 for an illuminating flash device
comprising a fuel charge within a sealed transparent
container.
501, Compositions: Ceramic, 11 for lamp and discharge
device envelopes defined only as being made of a glass
composition and glass compositions, per se.
Subclass:
2.2
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Subject matter
which are provided with an evacuating stem or opening for
evacuating the envelope.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
24 for receptacle structure of general application provided
with ordinary removable closures.
44 for closures which provide venting means for receptacles
including connectors for evacuating purposes.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
65, Glass Manufacturing, subclass 34 for a process of
sealing off an exhaust opening in a glass envelope by a
glassworking operation, subclass 153 for apparatus to fusion
bond an exhaust tube to an envelope by glassworking, subclass
155 for electronic device making apparatus including fusion
bonding means, and subclass 270 for apparatus for
"tipping-off" a glass envelope.
174, Electrically: Conductors and Insulators, 8 for
envelopes, casings, and housings which are restricted by
claimed subject matter to electrical use and in which a
vacuum or fluid (gas) is employed or which have means
peculiarly adapted for use in connection with a vacuum or
with a material in a fluid condition. See subclasses 17.05+
and the subclasses specified in the Notes thereto for
hermetically sealed envelopes which include electrical
features (e.g., lead-in wires, electrical connectors, etc.)
and which are provided with an evacuating stem or opening.
Subclass:
2.3
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Subject matter
in which the envelope is made in whole or in part of
conductive material (e.g., metal).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, 400.1 for miscellaneous processes of
making hollow articles composed in whole or part of metal,
subclass.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, 50.5 provides
for envelopes formed of conductive material which have a lead
wire for conducting electricity passing through the wall of
the envelope, casing or housing. See especially subclass
50.53 where the metal wall portion is formed as an electrical
connector and subclass 50.56 and the subclasses specified in
the Notes thereto where the lead wire passes through and is
insulated from the metal wall. See section 7 of the class
definition for the other subclasses in Class 174 which
provide for envelopes, casings, and housings limited by
claimed structure to electrical use.
228, Metal Fusion Bonding, appropriate subclasses for making
containers by uniting metal to metal, metal to nonmetal, or
nonmetal to nonmetal utilizing a metallurgical bond, i.e., a
bond in which bond is effected by a metallic cement or by
fusion of a metallic part.
403, Joints and Connections, 28 for a joint between two
members which is specially constructed to utilize the thermal
characteristics of the members.
Subclass:
3.2
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacles having provision for extending devices, such as
strands, rods, pipes, etc., through the receptacle wall or
for coupling them to the receptacle wall.
(1) Note. Such receptacles combined with apparatus
contained therein are in the appropriate class.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 17, 18
and 50+ for receptacles in combination with electrical
structure, such as insulators, conductors or contained
electrical equipment, in addition to the structure of the
receptacle or coupling means.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, 18 for a coupling combined
with assembly means, subclasses 149.1+ for a joint between a
pipe or cable and box, subclasses 136.1+ for a cable to
tubular member-to-plate joint, and subclasses 189+ for an end
to plate, especially subclasses 194+ for secant joints having
hole edge clamps.
Subclass:
3.3
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.2. Receptacles
having means specialized for mounting the same on or in a
panel, such as a wall, ceiling, floor, door frame, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.9 and 3.92, for such receptacles having supporting means
which are equally useful for mounting the receptacle on or
between poles, joists, beams, or on structures other than
panels and walls.
476 for a wall supported container which is not of the
outlet or junction box type.
628 and the notes thereunder, for supporting end structure
of the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclass 36 for a
specific building structure with a built-in horizontal
surface type article of furniture, and subclasses 220.1+ for
a specific building structure with a surface duct within a
barrier.
73, Measuring and Testing, subclass 201, for volume or rate
of flow meter boxes, and subclasses 273 and 274, for volume
or rate of flow meter casings and their mountings.
137, Fluid Handling, 357 for fluid handling devices provided
with means to support or mount them on buildings or building
parts.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 48
and 49, for wall mounted conduits and housings.
211, Supports: Racks, particularly 87.01 for wall mounted
racks.
248, Supports, 27.1 for instrument in panel supports.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 242 and 245+ for
cabinets mounted on or in a wall, ceiling or panel.
Subclass:
3.4
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.3. Receptacles
having means specialized for mounting in or for engaging
concrete, laths or plaster.
(1) Note. This subclass includes devices for keeping
plaster, concrete, paint, etc., out of the box during the
plastering, painting or other operations.
Subclass:
3.5
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.3. Receptacles
mounted in an opening in the wall or panel.
Subclass:
3.6
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.5. Receptacles
having at least two means for engaging the wall or panel on
opposite sides thereof and in opposed relation.
Subclass:
3.7
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.2. Receptacles
having at least two parts whose relative position may be
adjusted.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
8 for receptacles having telescoping sections.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 57
for combinations of a plug receptacle or wall switch with a
box or housing therefor in which two or more of the parts of
the box or mounting means are relatively adjustable.
Subclass:
3.8
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.2. Receptacles in
combination with a closure. Such closure may be of the face
plate type.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
24 for closures.
24.2 for closures of the face plate type.
27 for frangible and knock-out type of closures.
Subclass:
3.9
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.2. Receptacles in
combination with supporting means therefor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.3 and the notes thereunder, for other receptacle
supporting means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 58
and 63 for similar structures combined with an electrical
device or mounting means therefor.
248, Supports, for supports of general application.
Subclass:
3.92
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.9. Receptacles in
which the receptacles are made in sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.01 for such devices in which the characteristics that make
the receptacle an outlet or junction box are not claimed.
Subclass:
3.94
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.2. Receptacles in
which the receptacles are made in sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.92 and the notes thereunder for this type receptacle
provided with supporting means therefor.
Subclass:
4.01
SECTIONAL:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle constructed of separate and distinct sections
which are assembled together to form a complete container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.92 and 3.94, for a sectional outlet box.
600 for specific end wall structure or a specific joint
connecting the end wall to the sidewall.
660 for specific wall structure or a specific joint
connecting wall sections.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, 12 for a sectional wooden box, and
subclasses 43+ for a sectional wooden crate.
Subclass:
4.02
Electrical housing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the container is designed to contain an electrical
component (e.g., washing, machine, razor, toaster, or other
appliance).
(1) Note. Only the housing, per se, is found in this
subclass. Search the appropriate class for a specific
electrical device.
Subclass:
4.03
Extension:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the container is provided with an additional section
to form an extension of the sidewall.
(1) Note. The additional section is usually located around
an open end, and normally functions to provide additional
capacity or to prevent overflow.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclasses 383.1-386.1 for an
open-top liquid heating vessel that may include a lid having
a collecting, directing, or shielding feature for overflow or
spatter of the liquid.
Subclass:
4.04
Barrel-shaped container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the sectional container has a generally cylindrical
shape with a slightly bulging sidewall and with generally
parallel end walls.
(1) Note. A drum-shaped sectional container similar in
construction and size to a barrel-shaped container is
classified with the barrel-shaped containers.
(2) Note. The capacity of a barrel is normally 31 1/2
gallons or less, and it is generally portable or movable by
hand.
Subclass:
4.05
Formed of thermoplastic material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.04. Barrel
wherein the sections are made (usually molded) of a resinous
material.
Subclass:
4.06
Comprising only two similar cup-shaped sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.04. Barrel having
two basically like parts each of which has a cup-like shape.
Subclass:
4.07
Separable sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.06. Barrel
wherein the two parts include means which permit them to be
readily disassociated.
Subclass:
4.08
Knockdown:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.04. Barrel
wherein the sections are separate parts, and including means
which permit the parts to be readily assembled or
disassembled (e.g., for shipment, storage, etc.).
Subclass:
4.09
Separable sidewall and end walls:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.08. Barrel
wherein the end walls are detachable from the sidewall, which
itself may include one or more separable parts.
Subclass:
4.11
Sidewall formed of separable stave-like parts:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.09. Barrel
wherein the sidewall comprises a plurality of thin, narrow,
similar elements which are detachably secured together.
Subclass:
4.12
Tank for fluids:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the sectional container is constructed to hold a
liquid or gas and constructed and dimensioned so as to be
movable.
(1) Note. A tank in this subclass is distinguished by its
size and construction from those which obviously cannot be
moved in one piece (i.e., "stationary tanks"), and those
which are intended to be carried by hand when full (e.g.,
"cans"), such as milk cans, gas cans, garbage cans, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
85 for an attachment for a tank.
562 for a large container intended to be mounted on a
vehicle and used for transporting fluent material.
565 for a stationary tank.
610 for a joint between a sidewall and end wall.
677 for a joint between sidewalls.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 561 for a fluid handling system which
includes a tank.
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, various subclasses for a tank combined with a
filling attachment.
222, Dispensing, various subclasses for a tank combined with
dispensing means.
Subclass:
4.13
Formed of thermoplastic material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.12. Tank wherein
the sections are made (usually molded) of a resinous
material.
Subclass:
4.14
Vehicular fuel tank:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.12. Tank wherein
the container is an automotive, aircraft or the like tank for
supplying fuel to the vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
562 for a large container intended to be mounted on a
vehicle and used for transporting fluent material.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, 830 for a tank combined with vehicle
structure.
Subclass:
4.15
Removable aircraft fuel tank:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.14. Tank wherein
the tank is the type normally fitted to an aircraft wing and
quite frequently jettisoned in flight.
Subclass:
4.16
Knockdown:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.12. Tank wherein
the sections are separate parts, and including means which
permit the parts to be readily assembled or disassembled
(e.g., for shipment, storage, etc.).
Subclass:
4.17
Bolted construction:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.16. Tank wherein
the sections are secured to each other by one or more bolts.
Subclass:
4.21
Container formed of only two similar sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the container is formed of two basically like
segments.
Subclass:
4.22
Sections hinged together:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.21. Receptacle
wherein the two similar sections are secured to one another
by a hinge.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
810 for a closure hinged to a body structure.
Subclass:
4.23
Hinge integral with sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.22. Receptacle
wherein the two similar sections and the hinge are formed as
one-piece.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
837 for a similar hinge connecting a closure and body.
Subclass:
4.24
Identical halves:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.21. Receptacle
wherein each section is essentially a duplicate of the
other.
Subclass:
4.25
Hemispherical sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.24. Receptacle
wherein the similar sections are each formed as a half
sphere.
Subclass:
4.26
Stacked or aligned similar sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the container is formed of a plurality of sections,
generally having the same configuration, which are positioned
on one another to form the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 503 for a stack of
containers of that class type.
Subclass:
4.27
Sections are container units:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.26. Receptacle
wherein each of the sections is in the form of an independent
container, and capable of functioning as an independent
container.
Subclass:
4.28
Knockdown:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Receptacle
wherein the sections are separate parts or have separate
parts, such as a bottom wall and sidewalls, which can be
readily assembled or disassembled (e.g., for shipping,
storage, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, 12 for a knockdown wooden box, and
subclasses 43+ for a knockdown wooden crate.
Subclass:
4.29
Sidewalls vertically hinged to each other:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.28. Receptacle
wherein some or all of the sidewalls are flexibly connected
together along a vertical joint to permit folding into
collapsed condition.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
6 and 7, for sidewalls hinged to the base or bottom wall
of the container in addition to being hinged to each
other.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 16 for a knockdown wooden
box having vertically hinged sides, and subclass 48 for a
knockdown wooden crate having vertically hinged sides.
Subclass:
4.31
Sidewalls slide vertically to engage each other:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.28. Receptacle
wherein some or all of the sidewalls are assembled or
disassembled to one another by a vertical motion.
Subclass:
4.32
Sidewall slides horizontally to engage the base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.28. Receptacle
wherein a sidewall is assembled to the container bottom wall
by a horizontal motion.
Subclass:
4.33
Removable fastening element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.28. Receptacle
including a separate securing device for releasably holding
the container in an erected or assembled condition.
Subclass:
4.34
Retaining pin extends through aligned openings in
knuckle-like elements:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.33. Receptacle
wherein the removable fastening element is a pin, pintle, or
rod-like member which passes through interengaging
knuckle-like or socket-like projections extending from two
adjacent container walls (e.g., two sidewalls or a sidewall
and the bottom wall).
Subclass:
6
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Structures
where the several parts fold into compact form for shipping
or similar purposes.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
666 for a sidewall structure that includes means (e.g., fold
lines, corrugations, etc.) which permits the receptacle to be
compressed.
Subclass:
7
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Devices
comprising fastening means for folding structures which hold
the structure in its set-up position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.01 for those structures where the fastening device is an
integral part thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, the subclasses indented under
"Boxes, Crates, Knockdown, Folding" and those indented under
"Boxes, Knockdown, Folding", for knockdown and folding wooden
receptacles.
Subclass:
8
This subclass is indented under subclass 4.01. Devices in
which the parts of the sectional structure nest within each
other. Includes also nesting receptacles which form a
compartmented whole.
(1) Note. Receptacles formed of sections joined by a
lap-joint are not considered "telescoping".
(2) Note. This subclass includes receptacles having
telescoped sections whose relative positions may be
adjusted.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
489 for a wire receptacle having an adjustable or
contortable sidewall structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
73, Measuring and Testing, subclass 429 for measuring
vessels with movable means to alter the size of the vessel.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, subclass 182 for knockdown
elbow fittings comprising nesting parts, and subclasses 298+
for joints between tubular bodies providing variable length
(e.g., telescoping).
Subclass:
9.1
FLACCID WALL MATERIAL PERMANENTLY UNITED WITH A SKELETAL
FRAMEWORK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising wall material which is supple and
is permanently attached to and sustained on a rigid, open
three dimensional frame.
(1) Note. Not all of the wall material must be supple.
(2) Note. A three dimensional frame is capable of standing
alone.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.01 for sectional receptacles.
9.4 for a receptacle having a flaccid wall removably
attached to a skeletal framework.
62.11 for a receptacle having a wall formed of plural
permanently attached layers.
485 for a wire frame receptacle, per se.
495.01 for a receptacle having a removable line.
647 for a receptacle body reinforcement comprising an open
framework.
668 for skeleton framework wall structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
43, Fishing, Trapping, and Vermin Destroying, 54.1 for a
receptacle having means specialized to holding bait or
catch.
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 386 for a receptacle
having a pallet feature.
224, Package and Article Carriers, appropriate subclasses for
a fruit picker's bag having shoulder straps or means for
attaching it to a person.
232, Deposit and Collection Receptacles, appropriate
subclasses for a harvesting bag having separate inlet and
outlet openings.
248, Supports, 95 for a bag holder which may be a skeletal
framework, but which is not permanently united with the bag.
A bag may be claimed in combination with the holder so long
as the claimed bag features are restricted to those which
cooperate with the support. If the skeletal framework is
capable of functioning as a receptacle by itself, it is
provided for in Class 220, Receptacles, subclasses 400+.
280, Land Vehicles, for similar devices having wheels which
are claimed, particularly 79.1 for caster type wheels.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, 137 for an
article carrier combined with a handle and having means
peculiarly adapted to engage and support an article being
carried.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, 35 for a receptacle
having a spring loaded bottom portion which moves in response
to the weight of contents.
383, Flexible Bags, for a bag having reinforcing frame-like
elements, which elements do not provide a three dimensional
self-sustaining framework. For example, a bag having a two
dimensional frame, a mouth frame, or spaced apart rigid
elements (i.e., reinforcements) is provided for in Class 383
particularly 33, 119 and 121.1.
Subclass:
9.2
Collapsible or foldable framework:
This subclass is indented under subclass 9.1. Subject matter
wherein the skeletal framework includes means which permit it
to be folded into a compact configuration.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.28 for a knockdown type sectional receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
5, Beds, subclass 98 and 625+ for a stretcher or crib made
of flaccid or flexible material sustained on a frame which
may be a folding type.
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclass 107, for hand
luggage which is collapsible.
206, Special Receptacle or Package, subclass 600 for a
collapsible receptacle having a pallet feature.
217, Wooden Receptacles, 12 and 43+ for a foldable or
collapsible of that class type.
248, Supports, 95 for a bag holder which may be foldable or
collapsible. This Class 220, Receptacles, provides for a bag
holding framework which is permanently united with the bag.
Class 248, Supports, subclasses 165 and 166+ provide for a
knockdown or folding stand, respectively.
Subclass:
9.3
Laterally collapsible or foldable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 9.2. Subject matter
wherein the framework can be collapsed or folded into a
compact configuration having a reduced horizontal dimension.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, subclass 45 for a laterally
collapsible chair having a fabric bottom and back.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, 35 for a receptacle
having a spring loaded bottom portion which moves in response
to the weight of contents.
Subclass:
9.4
FLACCID WALL MATERIAL REMOVABLY ATTACHED TO SKELETAL
FRAMEWORK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising wall material which is supple and
is separably attached to, and sustained on, a rigid, open
three dimensional frame.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
9.1 for a container which includes flaccid wall material
permanently united with a skeletal framework.
Subclass:
17.1
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Devices including means integrally formed with or to be
attached to pails for supporting the pail from the leg or by
the lap of a person.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
224, Package and Article Carriers, appropriate subclasses,
for body and belt attached carriers wherein the carrying
feature predominates.
297, Chairs and Seats, 175 for a milker stool combined with
mere pail support.
Subclass:
17.2
This subclass is indented under subclass 17.1. Devices
wherein the means or attachment is a constituent part of, is
in abutting engagement with, or is separable from a bail
ear.
Subclass:
17.3
This subclass is indented under subclass 17.1. Devices
including a band or ring which encircles the pail.
Subclass:
23.2
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacles comprising a group of two or more distinct
receptacles joined together in a side-by-side relationship.
(1) Note. Each receptacle of the set must be sufficiently
distinct so that it could be removed from the set without
destroying the identity of another receptacle of the set.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
507 and 529+, for receptacles having partitions, defining a
plurality of compartments therein.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
249, Static Molds, 119 for molds for forming plural
articles.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, 107 for sectional unit
cabinet structures.
Subclass:
23.4
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.2. Devices in
which at least one of the individual receptacles is so joined
to the set of receptacles as to facilitate its separation
from the set.
Subclass:
23.6
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.2. Devices
including means to facilitate the placing of one set of
receptacles upon another to form a pile or stack.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
97 for means for stacking individual receptacles.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
249, Static Molds, subclass 126 for stacked molds.
Subclass:
23.8
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.2. Devices in
which the attachment of at least one receptacle to another
receptacle of the set is by the fabrication of a part or all
of the wall or bottom portions of two or more of the
respective receptacles from a common sheet member or mass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.2 for two or more receptacles joined by "integral" bonds,
such as by welding, brazing or soldering.
Subclass:
23.83
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Devices comprising a plurality of specially related, distinct
receptacles.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.2 for horizontally attached receptacle sets.
63 for lined receptacles 97 for plural receptacles disposed
in a stacked or nested relation, and see the Notes
thereunder.
Subclass:
23.86
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.83. Devices
wherein at least one of the receptacles (1) is combined with
a nonreceptacle feature not provided for elsewhere in this
class or (2) has means or parts permitting structural
rearrangement to provide either a receptacle of some other
kind or a device of some other description.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.2 for horizontally attached receptacle sets.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 198 for
arrangements of plural cabinets.
Subclass:
23.87
Receptacle having rigid, removable inner container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.83. Subject
matter wherein a container made of relatively inflexible
material is located inside of the receptacle but can be taken
out.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
573.4 for cookware having an inner, removable container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, 257.07 for an
inkwell having structure which facilitates loading a pen with
ink.
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclass 26.2,
for an inkwell combined with a horizontally supported planar
surface such as desk top.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 232, for a cabinet
structure combined with an inkwell.
Subclass:
23.88
Plural inner containers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.87. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes two or more rigid,
removable inner containers.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
573.5 for cookware having two or more removable inner
containers.
Subclass:
23.89
Releasable securing or stabilizing means for inner
container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 23.87. Subject
matter including structure which engages the inner container
and prevents it from moving with respect to the outer
container and from which the inner container can be freed or
detached so that it can be removed.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 288, for a
fastener, per se, specifically adapted for securing
containers, drums, or cans in a spaced relationship.
Subclass:
23.9
RECEPTACLE HAVING RIGID, REMOVABLE, NONRECEPTACLE INNER
LINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein a layer of relatively inflexible
material, which layer in its entirety does not form a
container, is located inside of the receptacle but can be
taken out.
Subclass:
23.91
RECEPTACLE HAVING RIGID, REMOVABLE EXTERNAL JACKET OR
CASING:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the receptacle includes a separably
attached outer layer of relatively inflexible material.
Subclass:
62
Blank:
A two dimensional sheet of material which has been cut,
scored or otherwise modified so as to be ready to be folded
into a container of this class type.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 100 for
blank for a box.
Subclass:
62.1
Corner fold:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62. Blank wherein
the blank is formed with structure that constitutes a unitary
corner when the blank is folded to form a container.
Subclass:
62.11
RECEPTACLE SIDE WALL MADE OF TWO OR MORE LAYERS OF MATERIAL
PERMANENTLY ATTACHED TOGETHER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein an upwardly extending wall of a
receptacle includes two or more distinct thicknesses of
material which are inseparably secured together.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
586 for a high pressure gas tank having a multi-layer wall.
592.2 for thermally insulated receptacle having a
multi-layer wall.
592.02 for a refrigerator cabinet having a multi-layer
wall.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, 34.1 for a
nominally recited container having two or more permanently
attached layers of material. A recitation of specific seam
structure (other than mere layers) or of the internal or
external surface of the container is not a nominal recitation
and is proper for this class.
Subclass:
62.12
Beverage receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is used for containing a liquid
for drinking.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.16 for a beverage container having means to facilitate
maintaining the beverage above or below ambient temperature.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
426, Food or Edible Material: Processes, Compositions, and
Products, 106 for a container in combination with a food
product.
Subclass:
62.13
Solid food receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is used to contain food other
than beverages.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
495.03 for a receptacle for a food or beverage wherein the
receptacle includes a flexible, removable inner liner.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
426, Food or Edible Material: Processes, Compositions, and
Products, 106 for a container in combination with a food
product.
Subclass:
62.14
Decorative layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes a layer that enhances
its appearance.
Subclass:
62.15
Including a layer which comprises an inorganic, nonmetallic
material (e.g., porcelain, glass, brick, concrete,
earthenware):
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle has a layer which includes a
material other than a carbon compound or a metal.
Subclass:
62.16
Copper layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein one of the layers is copper.
Subclass:
62.17
Two different metallic layers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle side wall includes two
dissimilar layers of metal.
Subclass:
62.18
Hollow side wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein two of the layers are separated by an empty
space.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.05 for a refrigerator cabinet having a hollow wall.
592.27 for a thermally insulated receptacle having vacuum
insulation.
Subclass:
62.19
Layer of fibrous or filamentary material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein one of the layers is made of a plurality of
slender, thread-like elements.
Subclass:
62.2
Wood or wood product layer (e.g., paper, paperboard):
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.19. Subject
matter wherein the slender, thread-like elements are derived
from wood.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
122.22 for a paperboard box having a wall made of wood,
subclass 122.25 for a paperboard box having walls framed by
lengths of wood, and 199.1 for a paperboard box having a
wooden reinforcing element.
Subclass:
62.21
Bag liner:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein one of the layers is a bag and is attached to
the inside of the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
495.06 for a container having a removable bag liner.
Subclass:
62.22
Thermoplastic layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 62.11. Subject
matter wherein one of the layers of material is a material
which flows when heated and which is stable when cooled.
Subclass:
86.1
Filling member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Receptacle
wherein the attachment is a means which affects the supply of
contents to the interior of a container.
(1) Note. The attachment may take the form of a guard,
funnel, fill pipe, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
73, Measuring and Testing, 306 for a float gauge structure
combined with a filling device.
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, 331 for a funnel, and subclass 343 for a
detachable filling accessory.
210, Liquid Purification or Separation, 244 for a portable
receptacle type filter provided with a hood or closure,
subclasses 464+ for a portable receptacle draining-type
filter, and subclasses 473+ for a filter resting upon a
supporting receiver (e.g., receptacle).
222, Dispensing, 478 for a dispenser having, in addition to
a dispensing outlet (e.g., nozzle, valved outlet, etc.), an
additional opening which may be for filling.
429, Chemistry: Electrical Current Producing Apparatus,
Product, and Process, 72 for a battery having fluid feeding
and venting means.
Subclass:
86.2
Automotive type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 86.1. Receptacle
wherein the filling member is associated with a supply
container (e.g., gas tank, radiator, etc.) for an internal
combustion operated vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
180, Motor Vehicles, subclass 69.4 for a vehicle tank
wherein the motor is positively recited.
280, Land Vehicles, 830 for a vehicle tank wherein vehicle
structure is claimed.
Subclass:
86.3
With anti-siphon means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 86.2. Receptacle
wherein the attachment includes an element which is intended
to prevent the theft or removal of fuel from the vehicle
container (e.g., gas tank) by blocking the insertion of a
siphon tube therein.
Subclass:
86.4
Nonrefillable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 86.1. Receptacle
wherein the filling attachment include means which prevents
the container from being filled again once it has been
emptied.
Subclass:
87.1
Disinfectant device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Receptacle
wherein the attachment includes structure which is intended
to receive means for disinfecting the interior of the
container or the container contents.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
521 for a compartment in a closure which may be structurally
similar to an attachment of this type.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
424, Drug, Bio-Affecting and Body Treating Compositions,
appropriate subclasses for a disinfecting composition, per
se.
Subclass:
87.2
Spray:
This subclass is indented under subclass 87.1. Receptacle
wherein the disinfecting means is in the form of a vapor
dispenser (e.g., pump, aerosol, etc.).
Subclass:
88.1
Fire prevention:
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Receptacle
wherein the attachment includes means which prevents fire or
flame from passing to the contents of the container, or
prevents the contents from sustaining combustion (e.g., by
shutting off the air supply) thereby extinguishing a fire
already started.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
169, Fire Extinguishers, 66 for a storage tank with a fire
prevention system.
222, Dispensing, subclass 54 for a dispenser with a
temperature responsive control.
Subclass:
88.2
Screen (flame arrester):
This subclass is indented under subclass 88.1. Receptacle
wherein the attachment is a body of foraminous material which
prevents a flame from passing through it.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, subclass 189.01 for a dispenser with a
flame arrester and subclasses 53 and 152 for a dispenser with
means for maintaining an inert atmosphere in or around the
dispenser.
Subclass:
88.3
By inert gas:
This subclass is indented under subclass 88.1. Receptacle
wherein a fire is prevented from being sustained by the
presence of a noncombustible atmosphere.
Subclass:
89.1
Pressure relief means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Receptacle
wherein the attachment includes means to relieve excess
pressure (usually gas) within the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.01 for a receptacle closure comprising a pressure
responsive vent or valve.
Subclass:
89.2
Frangible pressure relief means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89.1. Receptacle
wherein the pressure relief means is a diaphragm or
diaphragm-like device which bursts to relieve excess pressure
within the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, subclass 506 for a
liquid heater or vaporizer with a pressure controlled fire
extinguisher.
137, Fluid Handling, 68.11 for a frangible fluid-control
element.
169, Fire Extinguishers, 19 and 56+ for a fire extinguishing
mechanism with a frangible control element.
Subclass:
89.3
With cutting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89.2. Receptacle
including an additional member having a knife edge or point
intended to facilitate the bursting of the diaphragm.
Subclass:
89.4
Fusible pressure relief means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 89.1. Receptacle
wherein the pressure relief means is a diaphragm or
diaphragm-like device which melts to relieve excess pressure
within the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, subclass 504.1 and 504.3
for a liquid heater or vaporizer with a fusible control for a
safety device.
137, Fluid Handling, 72 for a fusible fluid-control
element.
169, Fire Extinguishers, 19, 37+, 42, and 56+ for a fire
extinguishing mechanism with a fusible control element.
431, Combustion, subclass 21 for a fusible control element
for a combustion device (e.g., a burner).
Subclass:
200
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Devices comprising removable closures and also those closures
where solder is applied to hold them in place temporarily.
Includes closures and plugs for pipes, boilers, etc. when not
limited by structure to that use but which could be used just
as well with a metallic receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
521 for a container having a compartment within a closure
for the container.
523 for a closure for a compartment of a container.
558 for a file drawer having a hinged front panel.
582 for a high-pressure gas tank having a removable
closure.
600 for end wall structure (e.g., a permanent closure).
610 for a seam or joint between a container body and an end
member.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, appropriate subclasses,
for a movable or removable closure not associated with a
receptacle, and see the notes in section IV of Class 49 for
the loci of closures in other subclasses.
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Covers, 118 for a
closure for a purse or a handbag.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel, and
see the notes to the definition of such class for a closure
of the flexible or portable panel type; i.e., for a closure
in the form of (1) a panel unit in which a flexible fabric or
other flexible sheet material forms the panel portion, (2) a
panel unit formed of plural strips, slats or panels
interconnected for relative motion (excluding those connected
only by a common operator or mounted only in a common frame
or on a common support), or (3) parts (1) and (2) combined
with each other or with another type (e.g., rigid) of
closure.
215, Bottles and Jars, 40, 43, and 200+ for a closure for a
bottle or jar.
217, Wooden Receptacles, 56 for a box closure; 76+ for a
barrel closure; 98+ for a barrel bung; 124 for a basket
closure.
222, Dispensing, for a closure constructed for dispensing,
specially related to a receptacle or container to assist in
dispensing, or combined with other dispensing structure.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, for a closure
associated with an envelope, wrapper, or paperboard box.
232, Deposit and Collection Receptacles, particularly
subclass 14 for a change gate; 22 for a letter box having a
door or window; 25+ for a compartmented letter box having a
closure for the compartment 42 for a milk receptacle having a
protective door or window; 43.1+, for a deposit and
collection receptacle having separate inlet and outlet
openings; 44+, for a passage, trap, or chute having a
closure.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, for a closure on a
receptacle or enclosure combined with article supporting
means, such as a drawer, rack, shelf, etc.
383, Flexible Bags, 33 for means to hold a bag opening in an
open position, and subclasses 42+ for a bag closure in
general.
Subclass:
201
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
provided with means for retaining the closure in a desired
position, or with means for imparting movement to the
closure, said means including a second device which when
under the influence of heat will release the retaining means
or set in motion actuating means to permit or cause the
closure to move to a different position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, subclass 48.5 for a thermally
released door check or closure.
109, Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, subclass 33
for a bank protection device with thermally controlled
fluent material means.
116, Signals and Indicators, 101 for thermal alarms.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclass 287.5 for a fusible
released damper.
137, Fluid Handling, 72 for valves controlled by a fusible
or heat destructible element, and subclasses 79+, 457 and 468
for other heat responsive valves.
169, Fire Extinguishers, subclass 19 for automatic valves,
subclasses 37+ for sprinkler heads, and subclass 42 for
fusible connections.
200, Electricity: Circuit Makers and Breakers, 136, for
electrical thermally controlled switches.
222, Dispensing, subclass 54 for a thermally controlled
dispensing device.
454, Ventilation, subclass 28 for a thermally released
outlet cowl and subclass 369 for thermally actuated fire
dampers used in ventilating systems.
Subclass:
202
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
comprising means responsive to a condition or change of
condition, to effect the control of a vent or valve on a
closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 455 for valves responsive to a change
in line condition.
Subclass:
203.01
Responsive to pressure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Device wherein
the vent or valve is operable as a result of a variation in
pressure occurring within or without the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
89.1 for an attachment to a container including means to
relieve excess pressure.
231 for means provided in the closure for breaking a vacuum
within a closed receptacle, but where said means are not
pressure responsive.
360 for a receptacle provided with a vent or valve through a
wall of the receptacle, and a closure is provided with means
to regulate said vent or valve.
367.1 for a receptacle closure comprising a nonpressure
responsive vent or valve.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 260 for a pressure
responsive valve in a closure for a receptacle of the bottle,
jar, or jug type.
222, Dispensing, 491 for a dispenser having a movable outlet
element operated by the pressure of the container contents.
383, Flexible Bags, 100 for a flexible bag comprising
pressure relief means.
426, Food or Edible Material: Processes, Compositions, and
Products, subclass 118 for a package containing food,
wherein the package comprises means to release gases produced
by the food.
Subclass:
203.02
In each of plural, isolated passages:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein a separate vent or valve is provided in each of two
or more flow paths which are not coaxial.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.23 for separate spring-biased vents or valves provided
in each of two or more coaxial flow paths.
Subclass:
203.03
Liquid trap:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve includes a liquid barrier through
which the contents of the receptacle must pass if such
contents are to be passed into the atmosphere.
Subclass:
203.04
Manually adjustable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve is provided with manually operable
means to (a) adjust the position of the vent or valve to a
venting or nonventing position or (b) adjust the vent or
valve to respond to varied pressures.
Subclass:
203.05
Having rotatably adjustable closure which places vent or
valve in operative position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.04. Device
wherein means are provided to prevent functioning of the vent
or valve, said means being adjustable through rotation of the
closure about the opening of a receptacle to place the vent
or valve in a venting position.
Subclass:
203.06
Rotation of closure causes actuation of vent or valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.05. Device
wherein said means to prevent functioning of the vent or
valve comprise an element of the receptacle, said means
physically engaging the vent or valve upon rotation of the
closure about the opening of the receptacle, such that the
engagement of the receptacle element with the vent or valve
causes the venting or valving function to be performed (e.g.,
spring-biased plate engaged in bayonet-type groove in mouth
of receptacle).
Subclass:
203.07
Valve operated by distinct actuator or closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.04. Device
wherein the manually operable means includes a separate
implement, such as a push rod or a pivoted arm on the
closure, which is mechanically coupled to the venting or
valving mechanism. Operation of said implement causes the
venting or valving function to be performed.
(1) Note. When a mechanism is provided on the receptacle
closure which serves the sole purpose of adjusting the
pressure at which the valve will operate, the invention will
be classified in subclass 203.04 above.
Subclass:
203.08
Rupturable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve is designed to tear or burst when
exposed to excessive pressure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
89.2 for a rupturable pressure relief means contained in an
attachment for a receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 68.19 for a fluid handling system
having both a frangible fluid flow control element and a
pressure responsive valve.
Subclass:
203.09
Relatively movable closure and receptacle rim parts:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve comprises a closure part which is
moveable with respect to (a) the rim of a receptacle with
which it coacts or (b) a rimlike part intermediate the
closure and receptacle rim.
Subclass:
203.10
Closure is spring-biased:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.09. Device
wherein the closure is urged by a resilient mass to a closed
position, so that the relative movement between the closure
and receptacle rim is against the urging force of the
resilient mass.
Subclass:
203.11
Flexible, resilient vent closing member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve comprises a deformable member
yielding in response to a changing pressure within a
receptacle.
Subclass:
203.12
Flexible ringlike vent closing member (e.g., O-ring):
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.11. Device
wherein said vent closing member comprises a resilient loop
deformable in the radial or longitudinal direction in
response to pressure within or without a receptacle.
Subclass:
203.13
Stopper-type vent closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.11. Device
wherein said flexible member comprises a flexible plug
engaged in a vent opening in the closure, said plug being
deformable in response to pressure within or without a
receptacle.
Subclass:
203.14
Flexible opening in stopper:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.13. Device
wherein said flexible plug engaged in a vent opening in the
closure deforms in response to pressure in order to open
passageways through the plug to relieve pressure.
Subclass:
203.15
Resilient sheetlike member retains separate vent closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.11. Device
wherein said vent closing member comprises a vent closure
member or valve structure which is held in place by a
separate, flexible sheetlike member, said vent closure member
moving against said flexible sheet member in response to
pressure.
Subclass:
203.16
Resilient sheetlike member closes vent opening:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.11. Device
wherein said vent closing member comprises a flexible
sheetlike member which covers said vent, and moves away from
said vent in response to pressure.
Subclass:
203.17
Self-closing aperture in member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.16. Device
wherein said sheetlike member contains a slit therein, said
slit opening in response to pressure, and closing due to the
member's elasticity after the pressure condition is removed.
Subclass:
203.18
Diaphragm-type member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.16. Device
wherein said sheetlike member comprises a relatively thin
membranelike member having a peripheral edge portion, said
member being adapted to be associated with a surrounding or
encompassing tubular rigid structure to extend transversely
thereof to form a closing wall for said tubular structure,
the outer peripheral edge of said membrane being in sealing
relationship with the encompassing wall of said tubular
structure.
Subclass:
203.19
Specified valve structure to provide a diverse function
(e.g., leakage preventing, lock releasing):
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein one or more valves are provided, and at least one of
the valves has a specific structure which provides an
auxiliary function, such as preventing leakage of receptacle
contents, or providing means to release a safety lock.
(1) Note. To be classified in this subclass, the diverse
function must be something other than that which is inherent
to the valve structure, such as sealing the receptacle during
normal operation and venting and valving the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
316 for a closure having pressure responsive means to
release the closure from its closed position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 38 for a fluid handling system which
responds to a change in the position of the system as a
whole.
Subclass:
203.20
Float or gravity valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.19. Device
wherein said valve structure includes an element that moves
to provide the secondary function by (a) its own buoyancy,
due to fluid level in the receptacle (e.g., float valve), or
by (b) its own weight, due to gravity (e.g., gravity valve).
Subclass:
203.21
Ball valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.19. Device
wherein said valve structure includes a spherical element
which moves to close a vent opening to provide the secondary
function.
Subclass:
203.22
Locking feature:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.19. Device
wherein said secondary function comprises a feature which
maintains the closure in a locked condition so as to
eliminate the risk of unintentional removal.
Subclass:
203.23
Spring-biased, axially translating member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein a plate, plunger or other member is provided within
the vent or valve for reciprocation along the major axis of
the closure, wherein the member is urged by a resilient mass
such that a change in pressure in the receptacle works
against the resilient mass to translate the member.
Subclass:
203.24
Two-way pressure relief valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.23. Device
wherein the vent or valve provides for flow of the pressure
medium in two or more directions.
Subclass:
203.25
Annular sealing member deflecting along axis perpendicular to
surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.24. Device
wherein in addition to the spring-biased, axially translating
member, a flexible, washerlike sealing member is provided
which generally spans the vent or valve opening, and which
deflects inwardly or outwardly with respect to the closure in
response to pressure.
Subclass:
203.26
Plural springs biasing individual members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.24. Device
wherein an individual resilient mass is provided to each of a
plurality of pressure responsive axially translating members,
so that each member is individually urged in the appropriate
direction.
(1) Note. For valves which have only one pressure
responsive member biased by a spring, and have another member
either of a different nature (ball valve, flexible valve,
etc.) or simply not spring-biased, the invention will not be
classified in this subclass, but in subclass 203.24 above.
Subclass:
203.27
One-way, outwardly venting pressure relief valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.23. Device
wherein the vent or valve provides for flow of the pressure
medium in only one direction.
Subclass:
203.28
Two-way pressure relief valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve provides for flow of the pressure
medium in two or more directions.
Subclass:
203.29
One-way, outwardly venting pressure relief valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 203.01. Device
wherein the vent or valve provides for flow of the pressure
medium in only one direction.
Subclass:
210
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including a means responsive to the insertion of a key for
operating or permitting the operation of a closure.
Subclass:
211
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including means to open and close the closure and a motor to
operate the means.
Subclass:
212
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is 1) associated with a disparate article or 2)
when not in use as a closure will function as a disparate
article or is modifiable or rearrangeable to function as a
disparate article.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 228 for combined or
convertible closures of that class.
Subclass:
212.5
With handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 212. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes an element which is to be
grasped by a human hand for the purpose of manipulating the
closure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
269 and 270+, for a closure having a frangible member or
portion and a gripping means for use in tearing open the
closure.
317 for a handle which secures a closure while pouring.
318 for a handle attached closure securing means.
330 for a closure mounted for compound movement about a
closure bail.
751 for a hanging means for a container.
752 for a handle, handle component, or handle adjunct.
Subclass:
213
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Devices
wherein the closure is convex or concave in cross-section and
closes an opening in a wall, such wall having the same or
similar curvature in cross-section.
Subclass:
214
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
provided with means in addition to the closure for the
purpose of indicating unauthorized movement of the closure,
said means being removable without destruction of the
closure.
(1) Note. Usually the sealing means consists of a wire or
chain element looped through the closure and a locking hasp
and the ends of such element being connected by a lead seal.
Subclass:
215
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
constructed to reduce conductivity of heat by having (1) an
insert having a low heat conducting capacity or (2) being
made of hollow form providing a dead air space.
Subclass:
216
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Closures which
float on the top of the contained liquid and are in the
nature of followers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), 3 for article
supported covers.
73, Measuring and Testing, subclass 322.5 for floats, per
se.
137, Fluid Handling, subclass 202 for float controlled
discriminating outlet (or vent) for gas, subclasses 430+ for
rectilinearly moving floats which are co-axial with the valve
or part controlled thereby, note particularly subclass 433 in
which the float is the valve or closure or is rigid
therewith.
Subclass:
217
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Devices
including a confined liquid acting at the juncture of the
closure and the receptacle mouth to prevent the escape of
gaseous contents.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
228 for liquid or semiliquid gaskets in general.
Subclass:
218
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Device wherein
the closure is constructed of sections movable relative to
one another.
Subclass:
219
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Device wherein
the closure is provided with means providing for the drainage
or discharge of liquid flowing from the upper surface
thereof.
Subclass:
220
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Device
provided with means for supporting or sustaining the weight
of the closure when the closure is not floating on top of the
container contents.
Subclass:
221
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Device
including means acting at the juncture of the closure and on
adjacent member to oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
222
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Device wherein
the means is secured to the closure.
Subclass:
223
This subclass is indented under subclass 222. Device wherein
the gasket means is retained in operative position by
magnetic means.
Subclass:
224
This subclass is indented under subclass 222. Device wherein
the gasket means is retained in operative position by
mechanical means.
Subclass:
225
This subclass is indented under subclass 222. Device wherein
the gasket is distended by captive gas or liquid.
Subclass:
226
This subclass is indented under subclass 222. Device wherein
the gasket means is formed of resilient foam or is distended
by a material stuffing.
Subclass:
227
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Device wherein
the closure means is provided with an opening for the escape
of gas from the receptacle which it closes.
Subclass:
228
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including a confined liquid or semiliquid (paste) acting at
the juncture of the closure and receptacle mouth to prevent
the escape of gaseous contents.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
217 for liquid gaskets acting with floating closures.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 17.06
for hermetic sealed envelopes, boxes and housings where a
liquid is used to seal a joint, and subclass 31.5 for
electric bushings, terminal and lead-in structures where a
liquid is used to seal a joint.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 105 for automatic valved
bungs with liquid seal.
222, Dispensing, subclass 188 for dispensers with a fluid
trap means to seal inlets or outlets.
277, Seal for a Joint or Juncture, for a generic sealing
means or process, 590 for a seal between fixed parts or
having static contact against relatively movable parts.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, 10 for liquid sealed pipe
joints.
Subclass:
229
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is constructed from a resilient type material
having an access opening therethrough formed by a plurality
of radially disposed intersecting slits terminating at their
outer ends inwardly of the periphery of the closure. Ingress
or egress therethrough is gained by deforming the access
opening formed by said slits.
Subclass:
230
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is retained in covering relation to the
receptacle mouth by magnetic means.
Subclass:
231
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
a vacuum within the closed receptacle is broken by (1) means
to impart an initial opening movement to the closure which
then disengages to permit the opening to be concluded by
another operator or manually or (2) a separate manually
operated valve means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.01 for a receptacle closure comprising a pressure
responsive vent or valve.
271 for vents in "POP-TOP" type closures and 367 for
closures in general having vent means therein.
Subclass:
232
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including seal means positioned at the juncture of the
closure and the receptacle to oppose the passage of fluid
there-between, said seal means having a closed chamber with
at least one deformable wall and externally accessible means
to introduce fluid into said chamber to expand and move said
wall to effect the sealing of the closure to the container.
Subclass:
233
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
a plug or stopper type closure or gasket therefor is provided
with adjustment means by which the plug or gasket may be
expanded or contracted to or from its operable position, such
adjustment means being located at a point external of the
closed receptacle.
(1) Note. Plugs and gaskets therefor are found together in
this subclass for it is impossible to determine, in most
instances, when the expandable portion is a gasket or part of
the closure itself.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 358 for expanding stopper for bottles
and jars.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 78, 79, 108, and 109 for
expanding closures and bungs for wooden barrels.
Subclass:
234
This subclass is indented under subclass 233. Device wherein
the gasket or packing is carried by the closure and is
radially deformable between its operative and inoperative
positions and wherein the manipulation of said gasket or
packing is effected by expansion means likewise carried by
said closure.
Subclass:
235
This subclass is indented under subclass 234. Device wherein
a threaded element is employed to effect the coaction between
the deformable means and the expander member.
Subclass:
236
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Device wherein
means in addition to the deformable means and the expander
member are provided for securing the closure to the
container.
Subclass:
237
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Device wherein
the expander member is provided with a tapered surface which
engages and expands the deformable means.
Subclass:
238
This subclass is indented under subclass 234. Device wherein
means are provided which have a specially configured surface
to effect the coaction of the deformable means with the
expander member.
Subclass:
239
This subclass is indented under subclass 233. Device wherein
the gasket or packing is manipulated or adjusted by fluid
pressure.
Subclass:
240
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Devices
wherein the gasket or seal is biased into sealing engagement
between the closure and receptacle opening by means of fluid
pressure generated from or contained within the receptacle.
Subclass:
241
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
provided with one or more openings for communicating with
devices concealed by the closure. Such openings may have
means for coupling a device in the opening.
(1) Note. Devices of this kind are placed in this subclass
even though disclosed solely for covering an opening in a
building wall, floor or ceiling.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
3.7 for outlet type boxes with adjustable parts.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
70, Locks, 423 for keyhole guards, 450 for structures
involving that portion of a lock housing through which the
bolt projects and 452 for escutcheons.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 66
and 67 for covers or face plates for boxes housing electrical
apparatus.
248, Supports, subclass 345 for canopies for protecting or
concealing the connection between a bracket or suspension
device and the fixed support.
250, Radiant Energy, subclass 76 for face plates provided
with fluorescent or phosphorescent material.
292, Closure Fasteners, subclass 357 for door knob rose
plates.
362, Illumination, 404 for devices applied to a pipe or
conduit of brackets or chandeliers where they are secured to
a wall or ceiling to hide the joint.
Subclass:
242
This subclass is indented under subclass 241. Device having
additional closures for the face plate opening or openings.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 67
for such means in face plates for boxes housing electrical
apparatus.
Subclass:
243
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
comprising outer and inner members, such as closures and
bars, joined by operating means, such as a screw, whereby the
material of the receptacle is clamped between these members.
(1) Note. The inner member may be a lug or cross member
integral with the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
40 for such devices in which the bar is fastened in place by
special bayonet-slot connection.
46 for packing features.
Subclass:
244
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
the closure is mounted for a turning motion about a pivot to
open or close a passage.
Subclass:
245
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
two or more operating means interjoin the closure and bar.
Subclass:
246
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
a spring biased operating means interjoins the closure and
the bar.
Subclass:
247
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
the operator is provided with eccentric means which must be
actuated to remove the closure.
Subclass:
248
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
the bar consists of two or more individual sections.
Subclass:
249
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device
provided with flexible means extending between the bar and
closure support by means of which the relative movement is
limited.
Subclass:
250
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
the bar and the operator are of integral construction.
Subclass:
251
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Device wherein
the bar and operator are attached to the closure and
removable therewith.
Subclass:
252
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is a semispherical dome movably mounted to allow
at least a portion thereof to be shifted to an underlying or
overlying position relative to a corresponding dome section
or the receptacle.
Subclass:
253
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
comprising superposed closure members, each member being
provided with an opening therethrough, alignment of said
openings defines the open position of the closure and
disalignment thereof defining the closed position of the
closure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
525 for a compartmented container with a closure that
permits access to one compartment while blocking another.
Subclass:
254
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
provided with a supplementary closure to close opening in
primary closure.
Subclass:
255
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
two or more closures are joined by connecting means so that
movement of one of the closures affects simultaneous movement
in another.
Subclass:
256
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
an opening is closed by a primary closure and a supplementary
closure which may underlay or overlay the primary closure.
Subclass:
257
This subclass is indented under subclass 256. Device wherein
removal of the outer closure destroys same.
Subclass:
258
This subclass is indented under subclass 256. Device wherein
removal of the inner closure destroys same.
Subclass:
259
This subclass is indented under subclass 256. Device wherein
at least one of the closure is hingedly mounted.
Subclass:
260
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is specifically designed or is provided with
specific means, the sole purpose of which is to facilitate or
assist in the opening or removal thereof.
(1) Note. Handgrips, threads, guide means, etc., are not
considered opening or removing adjuncts.
(2) Note. The device may open some other part of the
receptacle than the end member or "closure".
(3) Note. For tools, per se, which are capable of repeated
use for removing closure caps and/or corks from receptacles,
see Class 7, Compound Tools, subclasses 126 and 151+ and
Class 81, Tools, subclasses 3.07+, especially subclass 3.15
for a receptacle or closure having an attached opener for use
only on other receptacle or closures.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
295 for bottle and jar opening devices.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, subclass
257.075 for a closure which is movable away from the opening
toward which it is normally biased, by pressure thereagainst
of an applicator, to permit entry of the applicator into a
coating material supply container.
30, Cutlery, 400 for can openers which operate by cutting
and see the Notes to Class 30, Cutlery, subclass 3 for the
line.
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 69.3 for an inkstand and
penrack combined, including counterweight or spring biasing
means to displace a closure to permit access to the ink,
which means are made effective by removal of a pen from its
support.
215, Bottles and Jars, 250 for frangible closure.
Subclass:
261
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the opening means consists of or is assisted by an explosive
charge.
Subclass:
262
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Device wherein
the closure is provided with a mechanical operator means for
imparting movement thereto in the opening and closing
movement.
Subclass:
263
This subclass is indented under subclass 262. Device wherein
the closure is hingedly attached to the receptacle.
Subclass:
264
This subclass is indented under subclass 263. Device
provided with means for (1) urging the closure to an open or
a closed position, or (2) retaining the closure in an open or
closed position by a biasing action thereon, e.g., spring or
weight.
Subclass:
265
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Device wherein
the closure, or a portion thereof, is constructed to be
ruptured or cut away in order to gain access to the
receptacle contents. Rupturable solder joints are included.
(1) Note. Includes inner frangible closures which do not
serve as packing means for the outer closure.
(2) Note. Includes puncturing devices for diaphragms, which
permits of gas discharge.
(3) Note. Includes other parts of the receptacle than the
end member or "closure".
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
89.1 for frangible diaphragms which act as outlets, when
ruptured, for gas or a liquid at high pressure.
610 for a seam or joint between a side wall and end wall.
612 for closures fastened in place by solder or cement or
other conventional means, and which are not of the "knockout
type.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 68.11 for fluid flow control means
controlled by a frangible member.
215, Bottles and Jars, 250 for frangible caps for bottles
and jars.
222, Dispensing, 541.1 for dispensing devices with frangible
elements for outlets.
Subclass:
266
This subclass is indented under subclass 265. Device wherein
the rupture or cut is about a predetermined line or point of
weakness.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 250 for frangible closures under that
class definition.
Subclass:
267
This subclass is indented under subclass 266. Device
provided with means to cut at the predetermined line or point
of weakness.
Subclass:
268
This subclass is indented under subclass 266. Device wherein
the closure, or portion thereof, e.g., strip, remains
attached to the receptacle following the opening operation.
(1) Note. Devices of this type are usually intended to
solve a litter or disposal problem by not allowing the
opening portion to become completely unattached from the
receptacle.
Subclass:
269
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Device
provided with means to grip the member or portion, said
gripping means being integral with or attached to the strip
or portion.
Subclass:
270
This subclass is indented under subclass 266. Device
provided with means to grip the member or portion.
Subclass:
271
This subclass is indented under subclass 270. Device having
a vent which is opened when the pull tab or gripping means is
pulled.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
231 for closures provided with a vacuum breaker or manually
operable vent; and 366 for specific vent means in a closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 307 for bottle and jar closures
having vents therein.
Subclass:
272
This subclass is indented under subclass 270. Device wherein
the pull tab and removable portion connected by rivet from
and integral with the pull tab.
Subclass:
273
This subclass is indented under subclass 270. Device wherein
the pull tab and removable portion are connected by a rivet
formed from and integral with the removable portion.
Subclass:
274
This subclass is indented under subclass 270. Device wherein
the means to grip the member or portion is constructed to
accommodate a special tool such as, for example, a slotted
key.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
284 for special tool engaging means associated with
nonfrangible closures.
Subclass:
275
This subclass is indented under subclass 274. Device
provided with means to guide the portion (strip) or to guide
the tool during the opening operation.
Subclass:
276
This subclass is indented under subclass 266. Device wherein
the line of weakness extends about the circumference of the
receptacle or closure, near or at the juncture of the
receptacle and closure.
Subclass:
277
This subclass is indented under subclass 265. Device wherein
the closure, or portion thereof, is constructed to be
ruptured or cut away by a cutting or punching operation; or
constructed to receive a cutting or punching tool.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
30, Cutlery, 400 for opening devices which are cutting
implements and which may be mounted on the receptacle for the
cutting operation but which are completely disassociated from
the receptacle to empty the receptacle contents.
221, Article Dispensing, 30 for article dispensing devices
including or combined with cutter or punch means to form an
outlet opening in the supply receptacle or in the wrapper
therefor.
Subclass:
278
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Device
comprising a puncturing element which also serves as a
closure for the punched opening.
Subclass:
279
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Device
comprising a cutting operation, the cutter being a wire, cord
or the like.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
53, Package Making, subclass 133 for machines to form a
package having an opening device incorporated therewith
(e.g., a tear strip).
Subclass:
280
This subclass is indented under subclass 279. Device in
which the wire, cord or the like is located in a seam joining
parts of a receptacle.
Subclass:
281
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Device wherein
the closure is constructed to be released from interlocking
engagement with the passage mouth upon the application of
axial or radial pressure on the closure or receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 301 for opening devices
under that class definition actuated by downwardly applied
force.
Subclass:
282
This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Device wherein
the closure or passage mouth is provided with fulcra or
rocking points, downward pressure applied to the closure in
the area adjacent said points will effect a tilting action of
the closure and cause the opposite edge of the closure to
abruptly pop up, thereby loosening the closure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
283 for a hinged closure provided with fulcra portions or
rocker points.
Subclass:
283
This subclass is indented under subclass 282. Device wherein
the closure is hinged to the receptacle.
Subclass:
284
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Device wherein
the closure is provided with (1) means to receive or
accommodate a tool which is specially constructed to limit
its use to the particular receiving means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
210 wherein the tool is a "lock type" key.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
81, Tools, 3.07 for a receptacle closure remover tool, per
se.
Subclass:
285
This subclass is indented under subclass 284. Device wherein
the special tool is a lever or pry-off means and is attached
to the closure or receptacle.
Subclass:
286
This subclass is indented under subclass 285. Device wherein
the closure removing tool may be moved to various points
around the periphery of the closure.
Subclass:
287
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is adaptable to fit receptacle openings of
various sizes.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 319 for resilient cap type
closures designed to accommodate plural size.
Subclass:
288
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is directed in rotary and reciprocatory movement
about screw threads or thread like elements so as to be
readily, physically disassociated from its supporting
structure.
(1) Note. Screw-threaded rings for holding a closure in
place will be found in this class (220) subclass 319.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 329 for screw thread structure used
on closures for bottles and jars.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, particularly 189, especially
subclasses 201+ for bushings and similar fittings applied to
plates, even though disclosed for receiving closures.
Subclass:
289
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device wherein
the closure, or closure receiver, is deformed in situ to
correspond with preformed threads on the closure receiver or
closure, upon positioning said closure member.
Subclass:
290
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device wherein
the closure is provided with structure to hold it in a
position other than fully closed.
Subclass:
291
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device in
which the closure element has motion of rotation about a
central axis and is also mounted for a swinging motion.
Subclass:
292
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device in
which the connection for swinging motion is a biased pivot or
is in the form of a spring.
Subclass:
293
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device wherein
the closure and receptacle are provided with interlocking
means constructed to permit quick and easy removal or
replacement of the closure, said means allowing the closure,
when in passage blocking position, to be removed therefrom by
rotating the closure less than 360 degrees.
Subclass:
294
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means consists of an oval shaped closure,
closure flange or passage mouth allowing the closure and
passage mouth to be interlocked upon relative rotation
therebetween; the interlocking of these parts occurs when the
short axis of the ellipse is in contact with its coacting
surface.
Subclass:
295
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device
provided with a gasket or packing member and means apart from
the inherent resilience of the gasket or packing for urging
it into a sealing engagement between the closure and
receptacle mouth.
Subclass:
296
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means consists of a spiral, thread like
member with a break or gap in the continuity of the spiral
for the insertion or withdrawal of a member cooperating
therewith to secure the closure across the passage.
Subclass:
297
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means includes a headed stud projecting into
a coacting slot, said slot having one end thereof designed to
receive the headed stud and the opposite end thereof designed
to retain the stud.
Subclass:
298
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means includes a plurality of horizontally
spaced, radially extending lugs, having surfaces in the same
horizontal plane cooperating with radially outwardly
extending lugs of similar structure.
Subclass:
299
This subclass is indented under subclass 298. Device wherein
the lug engaging surfaces are provided with means to lessen
the friction therebetween.
Subclass:
300
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means comprises a lug member extending from
either the closure or the receptacle neck portion, the lug
member extending into an "L" shaped or "C" shaped slot to
cooperate therewith in a closing and locking movement.
Subclass:
301
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Device wherein
the interlocking means comprises a fingerlike or lug
projection which cooperatively engages a cammed keeper.
Subclass:
302
This subclass is indented under subclass 301. Device wherein
the lugs or projections are constructed of resilient,
spring-like material.
Subclass:
303
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device wherein
the closure is provided with a valve or vent, such valve or
vent usually for the purpose of allowing gas to escape from
the closed receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
202 for a condition responsive (e.g., to pressure) vent or
valve on a closure.
231 for vacuum breakers and/or manually operable vents or
valves;
366.1 for vent means located at the juncture of the
closure-closure support;
367.1 for closure having vent means therein.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
48, Gas: Heating and Illuminating, subclass 176 for bell
and tank type gas holders.
96, Gas Separation: Apparatus, for apparatus for gas
separation, per se. Class 220 takes vents for closures for
receptacles combined with gas separating means wherein the
gas separator is recited by name only, or the claim includes
details of the receptacle (e.g., splash plate in the
receptacle or vent, etc.) or of the closure (e.g.,
configuration or means for attaching to the receptacle,
etc.).
137, Fluid Handling, subclass 493 for valves which open in
response to either pressure or vacuum, and subclass 587 for
fluid handling systems having two or more openings one of
which is a gas vent for a tank and the other is a liquid
inlet and/or outlet.
215, Bottles and Jars, 307 for devices under that class
definition having vents or valves therein.
251, Valves and Valve Actuation, subclass 144 for
closure-mounted or receptacle-mounted valves where no more of
the closure or container is claimed than is necessary to
mount, support or accommodate the valve. The closure or
receptacle all may form part of the valve structure, e.g.,
the valve seat where no further structural modification of
the closure or receptacle is involved other than the means to
mount, support or accommodate the valve.
429, Chemistry: Electrical Current Producing Apparatus,
Product, and Process, 53 and 82 for battery having venting
structure.
454, Ventilation, subclass 195 for means combined with a
door for ventilating a room.
Subclass:
304
This subclass is indented under subclass 288. Device
including means acting at the juncture of the closure and an
adjacent member to oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
305
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure: (1) is pre-stressed so as to normally assume a
warped shape and must be force toward an unwarped position
during application, the inherent force trying to assume the
pre-stressed warped shape being the force which holds in the
closure in place; (2) is normally unwarped or warped in shape
while unapplied and is warped in or further warped during
application, the force of trying to assume an unwarped or
less warped position being the force which holds the closure
in place.
Subclass:
309.1
Removable closure retained by ductile in situ deformation
(e.g., crimp):
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Subject matter
wherein the closure or closure support is intended to be
crimped, rolled, or folded together forming a juncture which
must be destroyed in removing the closure.
Subclass:
309.2
Noncontinuous interlock along perimeter of closure, closure
support juncture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 309.1. Subject
matter wherein the deformation does not extend around the
entire length of the closure, closure juncture.
Subclass:
310.1
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 309.1. Subject
matter wherein the closure includes means intended to act at
the closure, closure juncture to oppose the passage of
material or fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
314
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device in
which the closure is carried by a cross bar which serves both
as a mounting for the closure and as a closure fastener.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
94 for receptacle handles which also serves as closure
fasteners but which involve more modification of the handle
than is necessary to perform the closure-fastening function.
243 for bar fastening means located inside of the
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
292, Closure Fasteners, 256 for closure clamps which embody
cross bars, and subclasses 259+ for closure fasteners in the
form of cross bars.
Subclass:
315
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device having
means to retain, secure or otherwise fasten the closure in
its closed position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
91 for bail ears which also serve as closure fasteners but
in which the modification of the bail ear involves features
which are not solely related to the fastening function.
94 for receptacle handles which also serves as closure
fasteners but which involve a modification of the handle for
an independent function in addition to that which is
necessary to perform the closure-fastening function.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
70, Locks, 77 for locks, per se, as applied to closures when
no particular structure of the closure is involved.
215, Bottles and Jars, 273 for independent fastening device
which are separately applied to closures for bottles and
jars.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 89 for fasteners for the
closures of wooden barrels.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 45 for
fasteners for the closures of paper boxes and subclasses 77+
for fasteners for the closures of paper envelopes.
292, Closure Fasteners, appropriate subclasses for fasteners,
per se, for closures and for receptacles and closures having
fasteners wherein there is included only so much of the
receptacle and closure as cooperate with the fasteners to
maintain the closure fastened or which recite, as hinged, a
type of closure but no particular details which are
independent in function.
384, Bearings, subclass 190.7 for latch means for lids of
railway car journal boxes.
Subclass:
316
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device in
which the securing members of the fastener are combined with
internal pressure elements which block the movement of the
member to closure releasing position while pressure remains
in the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.19 for a receptacle closure comprising a pressure
responsive vent or valve which also acts as a lock releasing
means.
Subclass:
317
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device in
which the securing members of the fastener constitute handles
which perform the fastening function while tilting the
receptacle, as in pouring.
Subclass:
318
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device in
which the securing means of the fastener are attached to a
handle on a closure member or a receptacle member and movable
relative thereto to engage the other member.
Subclass:
319
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device wherein
the fastener is in the form of a ring which surrounds the
receptacle mouth and closure periphery, binding them
together. A ring of this type would not, in and of itself,
form a closure.
Subclass:
320
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Device wherein
the closure retaining device is in the form of a ring capable
of exerting a converging or diverging force in a direction
parallel to the face of the closure.
Subclass:
321
This subclass is indented under subclass 320. Device wherein
the ring is expanded or contracted by a force multiplying
means such as a lever.
Subclass:
322
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device wherein
the closure retainer is a U-shaped or bifurcated element, the
legs of which are directly, or indirectly connected on
opposite sides of the passage to be closed and the light of
which bears against the closure.
Subclass:
323
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device wherein
the closure retainer comprises an elongated element acting to
exert an axial force between the face of the closure and the
passage to be closed.
Subclass:
324
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device wherein
the closure retainer is in the form of miscellaneous hardware
as reflected in the title.
Subclass:
325
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Device wherein
the clamp is screw actuated.
Subclass:
326
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Device wherein
a resiliently urged locking member, carried by either the
closure or the container, cooperates with means carried by
the other element to effect fastening of the closure to the
container.
Subclass:
327
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Device in
which the fastening means includes a threaded member.
Subclass:
328
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Device where
in some additional means other than threads of the threaded
members interposed between the closure and fastening means to
prevent displacement from and/or maintain sufficient pressure
on the closure to hold the same in the sealed position.
Subclass:
345.1
Closure guided in reciprocating movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including guide means supporting the closure for sliding
movement in alternate directions during opening and closing
of the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
213 for a reciprocating closure having an arcuate shape and
path conforming to the receptacle opening.
252 for a slidably mounted semispherical hood type closure.
811 for a reciprocating closure which also pivots.
Subclass:
345.2
Including means securing closure against movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 345.1. Device
comprising means preventing unintentional relative motion
between the closure and its support.
(1) Note. Securing means may include structure to hold the
closure in an open position or "simple" frictional structure
intended to hold the device open or closed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
210 for a key-operated securing means.
211 for a motor operated opening and closing means.
243 for an external and internal bar or closure, e.g., screw
clamp.
315 for a reciprocating closure having means for securing or
retaining the closure in a closed position.
Subclass:
345.3
Resiliently biased (e.g., detent):
This subclass is indented under subclass 345.2. Device
wherein the means for securing closure against movement
comprised of a spring loaded or elastically deformable
positive retention fastener including a catch or "detent" for
preventing unintentional movement of the closure from a
fastened position.
Subclass:
345.4
Including means to limit reciprocating movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 345.1. Device
wherein the closure includes a stop or limiting structure
which inhibits the closure from further sliding motion along
the guide toward at least one end.
Subclass:
345.5
Plural reciprocating closures:
This subclass is indented under subclass 345.1. Device
wherein the closure consists of at least two reciprocating
closures supported for sliding movement.
Subclass:
345.6
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 345.1. Device
wherein the closure includes means acting at the juncture of
the closure and the closure support or receptacle mouth to
oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
348
This subclass is indented under subclass 345. Device
including spring means urging the closure in its opening or
closing movement.
Subclass:
349
This subclass is indented under subclass 345. Device
provided with antifriction means interposed between the
closure and its support to lessen the friction therebetween
during closure movement.
(1) Note. A closure in this subclass usually includes
either a guide mechanism which lifts the closure away from
(frictional) contract with the receptacle or contains a
bearing surface such as a roller bearing.
Subclass:
350
This subclass is indented under subclass 345. Device wherein
the closure is (1) constructed of flexible material, or (2)
comprises a plurality of rigid strips, slots or panels
interconnected with each other for relative motion
therebetween, thus giving the overall impression of being
flexible.
Subclass:
351
This subclass is indented under subclass 345. Device wherein
the closure is provided with a depending flange which fits
closely over and around the passage mouth.
Subclass:
359.1
Removable closure retained by adhesive or fusion means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
(1) the closure is secured by a bonding material to form a
bonded joint or (2) the closure is attached, welded, or fused
to the receptacle by the application of thermal, sonic, or
other energy form.
(1) Note. A bonded joint is a joint in which the joining is
performed by casting, welding, soldering, brazing, or other
methods requiring the use of molten or semi-molten material,
cement, or other adhesive, or where at least one of the parts
to be joined is made of plastic and the joint is made by
pressing the parts together so that they adhere to each
other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
265 for a closure which is frangible at a portion of the
closure other than that of the adhesive or fusion means.
Subclass:
359.2
Including gripping means for removing closure (e.g., pull
tab):
This subclass is indented under subclass 359.1. Device
wherein the closure contains a means to grasp a portion of
the closure to facilitate rupturing of an adhesive or fusion
seal.
Subclass:
359.3
Multilayer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 359.1. Device
wherein the closure includes a plurality of superimposed
layers, plies, or laminas for providing bonding or barrier
means.
Subclass:
359.4
Including heat sealed retaining means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 359.1. Device
wherein the adhesive or fusion retaining means for the
closure includes a thermoplastic, thermosetting, or fusion
bond where heat is used to melt an adhesive or fusion closure
material to form a bond between the closure and the
receptacle.
Subclass:
359.5
Soldered:
This subclass is indented under subclass 359.4. Device
wherein the retaining means includes a metal alloy bond
containing lead and tin, i.e., solder.
Subclass:
360
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the receptacle is provided with a vent or valve through a
wall thereof and the closure is provided with means by which
the vent or valve may be regulated.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.01 for a receptacle closure comprising a pressure
responsive vent or valve.
Subclass:
361
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
the closure is provided with a vent or filling opening and
such vent or opening is provided with means to seal or
otherwise close it off.
Subclass:
362
This subclass is indented under subclass 361. Device in
which the closure is subjected to a deforming action to
effect a closing of a normally open vent or opening.
Subclass:
363
This subclass is indented under subclass 361. Device in
which the sealing or closing means is nonmetallic.
Subclass:
364
This subclass is indented under subclass 361. Device wherein
the vent or opening is sealed or closed by the application of
a hardenable material.
Subclass:
365
This subclass is indented under subclass 364. Device wherein
a shield is provided to prevent the receptacle contents from
being contaminated by the hardenable material.
Subclass:
366.1
Vent at closure, closure support juncture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
a ventilating passage is located intermediate the closure and
the support for the closure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.09 for a closure comprising a pressure responsive vent
or valve, said vent or valve comprising means moving the
closure with respect to the receptacle rim.
745 for a vent structure attached to the container body.
Subclass:
367.1
Vent in closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device having
a ventilating passage therein.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203.01 for a receptacle closure comprising a pressure
responsive vent or valve.
745 for a vent structure attached to the container body.
Subclass:
368
This subclass is indented under subclass 367.1. Device
wherein the closure is provided with a collector for fluid
which may be discharged during the venting operation.
Subclass:
369
This subclass is indented under subclass 367.1. Device in
the form of a cover for a cooking utensil, the cover allowing
the passage of heat, steam, etc., therethrough, but
intercepting drops of liquid splashed or splattered during a
cooking operation for returning the same to the utensil.
(1) Note. Devices of this type are usually made of a metal
mesh like material.
Subclass:
370
This subclass is indented under subclass 205. Device wherein
at least a portion of the cover comprises a mesh, netting or
gauze type material.
Subclass:
371
This subclass is indented under subclass 367.1. Device
wherein the vent means is provided with filtering means
permitting the passage therethrough of vapors, such as gases,
steam, or air, while preventing the passage of liquids.
Subclass:
372
This subclass is indented under subclass 371. Device wherein
the filtering element is constructed of screen-like
material.
Subclass:
373
This subclass is indented under subclass 367.1. Device
wherein the closure or vent is provided with means to prevent
the receptacle contents from escaping through the vent or
opening.
Subclass:
374
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Device wherein
a tortuous or serpentine passage prevent the receptacle
contents from escaping through the vent or opening.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
745 for a vent structure attached to the container body.
Subclass:
375
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
provided with flexible means between the closure and the
closure support, said means limiting relative movement
between said closure and support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
837 for closures having a flexible hinge integral with the
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, subclass 543 for similar connectors for
removable outlet element of dispensing receptacles.
Subclass:
376
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
including means forming an exposed surface which exhibits a
particular desired visual effect, which effect is gained by
(1) having a defined simulation of an animate or inanimate
object or (2) having a surface or surfaces thereof defining a
desired ornamental design.
Subclass:
377
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device wherein
a substantial portion of the closure is visually
transparent.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
602 for an endwall structure having a transparent area.
662 for a side wall structure having a transparent area.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
368, Horology: Time Measuring Systems or Devices, 294 for
watch bezel with crystal.
Subclass:
377.1
Percolator top type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 377. Closure in
which the transparent portion protrudes from the closure.
(1) Note. The transparent protuberance constitutes an
inspection window, and is usually hollow and may be disclosed
as a knob, deflector, etc. for the top of a coffee or other
beverage percolator.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
99, Foods and Beverages: Apparatus, 307 for percolator tops
claiming significant beverage deflection or in combination
with the beverage infuser.
Subclass:
378
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising means acting at the juncture of the closure and
closure support or receptacle mouth to oppose the passage of
fluid therebetween.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
614 for sealing means comprising an inner closure seamed to
the receptacle body, or for particular means for soldering
the inner frangible closure in place.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 341 for gaskets and seals peculiar to
that class.
222, Dispensing, subclass 542 for dispensers with a packing
seal for the outlet.
277, Seal for a Joint or Juncture, for a generic sealing
means or process, 628 for a static contact seal for other
than an internal combustion engine, or a pipe, conduit, or
cable.
Subclass:
379
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
comprising a device other than the means to guide the closure
in its movement, secured to the closure or adjacent the
closure opening, to brace or hold the closure when the
closure is disassociated from its closing position.
(1) Note. "Tethering" means are not considered as a support
for a displaced closure and are classified in 375.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
744 for a removable attachment which performs the same
function.
Subclass:
380
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
wherein the closure has a particular configuration to engage
mating configurations on another superimposable closure to
enhance the stability of such closures when placed one upon
the other in a stacked or nested relationship.
Subclass:
475
POLE OR ROD SUPPORTED CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including structure attached to or part of the
container, which structure is intended to coact with an
elongated member to support the container above the ground or
floor.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, 146 for a stationary receptacle stand.
Subclass:
476
WALL SUPPORTED CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including structure attached to or part of the
container, which structure is intended to coact with an
upright surface to support the container above the ground or
floor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.9 for a container having a removable, erected liner.
62.11 for a receptacle having a wall formed of plural
permanently attached layers.
918 for container wall spacing means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, 317 for a suspended support for a container.
Subclass:
477
Recessed wall mounting:
This subclass is indented under subclass 476. Receptacle
wherein the container support structure supports the
container so that the container or a portion thereof is set
into the upright surface.
Subclass:
478
Container pivotally attached:
This subclass is indented under subclass 476. Receptacle
wherein the container support structure includes hinge means
whereby the container may be swung relative to the wall.
Subclass:
479
Container pivots through or over the wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 478. Receptacle
wherein the container is supported in such a manner that the
container goes through or over the upright surface.
(1) Note. The container is normally filled on one side and
emptied on the other side of the wall.
Subclass:
480
Detachably supported container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 476. Receptacle
wherein the container support structure includes means which
permits the container to be readily removed from the wall.
Subclass:
481
Separate support means secured to wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 480. Receptacle
wherein the support structure is affixed to the wall and the
container is readily removable from the support structure.
Subclass:
482
Container has hook means engaging wall upper edge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 480. Receptacle
wherein the support structure takes the form of curved or an
inverted J-shaped member which hooks over the top edge of the
upright surface.
Subclass:
483
Suction cup or magnetic support structure:
Receptacle under 480 wherein the removable support structure
is a vacuum cup or magnetic means attached to the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 363 for a support having a vacuum
cup attaching means.
Subclass:
484
IN GROUND, NONTANK CONTAINER (E.G., METER BOX, GARBAGE CAN,
ETC.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including structure which permits the container to
be placed into a hole in the ground and accessed from above
ground.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
565 for stationary tanks.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
405, Hydraulic and Earth Engineering, 53 for underground
storage of fluid in a container having a specific
relationship with the surrounding earth.
Subclass:
485
WIRE CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle wherein at least a portion of the container is an
arrangement of wires, openwork or other analogous structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
668 for a skeleton framework container having a wire
sidewall member extending between frame members.
Subclass:
486
Compartmented:
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. Receptacle
wherein the wire container includes at least one partition or
partition-like member which provides two or more separate
content holding sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
500 for a nonwire compartmented container, particularly
subclass 511 for a nonwire container having a wire partition
for forming cells.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 181.1 for an upright rack
made of wire.
Subclass:
487
Dish holding (e.g., dish rack):
Receptacle under 486 wherein a compartment is intended to
hold tableware (e.g., plates, bowls, glasses, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
572 for similar structure in combination with a drain pan.
Subclass:
488
Dishwasher rack:
This subclass is indented under subclass 487. Receptacle
wherein the container is the type normally found in a
dishwasher.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
134, Cleaning and Liquid Contact With Solids, 84 for the
combination of a dishwasher and a dish rack.
Subclass:
489
Adjustable or contortable wall provides multiple
configurations of use (i.e., alternative shapes):
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. A receptacle
wherein the wires forming a portion of a wall or the top wall
(i.e., closure) are intended to be moved from one
configuration to another so as to provide alternative shapes
in which the container may be used.
(1) Note. Included in this subclass are wire receptacles
which are intended to be changeable in shape, size or
configuration, or convertible from a receptacle to a
nonreceptacle form (e.g., stand). However, a container which
is merely collapsible is not included here.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
8 for a receptacle having a telescoping wall or wall
portions.
Subclass:
490
Spiral sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. A receptacle
wherein the wire sidewall is in the form of a helix.
Subclass:
491
Rigid wire bent to form portion of bottom wall and sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. Receptacle
wherein one or more wires or wire-like members extend along
and form part of the end wall and curve to also extend along
and form part of the sidewall.
Subclass:
492
Blank:
This subclass is indented under subclass 491. Receptacle
wherein the container is formed from a flat arrangement of
connected wires, intended to be folded into final container
configuration.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62 for a container formed from a non-wire blank.
Subclass:
493
Wall formed of flexible wire cloth (e.g., screen wire):
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. Receptacle
wherein a wall is at least partially formed of a woven wire
material (i.e., "wire screen", "hardware cloth", etc.).
Subclass:
494
End wall structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 485. Receptacle
wherein structure constituting the end or bottom wall of a
wire container is claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
600 for end wall structure of nonwire containers.
Subclass:
495
Nonwire bottom (e.g., sheet metal, wood, plastic, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 494. Receptacle
wherein the bottom wall of a wire container is formed of a
material other than wire.
Subclass:
495.01
RECEPTACLE HAVING FLEXIBLE, REMOVABLE INNER LINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter including a pliant layer of material inside
the receptacle which serves as a substitute inner surface
for, and which can be withdrawn from, the receptacle.
(1) Note. The liner prevents the contents from contacting
the inner surface of the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
737 for a holder for a container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.27 for a paperboard box having a flexible or flaccid
liner.
Subclass:
495.02
Paint receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is intended to contain paint.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
570 for a paint tray and
695 for a paint can with an attachment or adjunct.
Subclass:
495.03
Receptacle for food or beverage:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is intended to hold a food or a
beverage.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.12 for a beverage receptacle having a side wall made of
two or more layers of material permanently attached
together,
62.13 for a solid food receptacle having a side wall made of
two or more layers of material permanently attached
together,
574 for a table dish,
592.16 for a beverage container having means to facilitate
maintaining the beverage above or below ambient temperature.
703 for a drinking container combined with an attachment or
adjunct.
Subclass:
495.04
Means for venting air trapped between the liner and its
receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.01. Subject
matter including means which facilitates exhausting air which
is located between the liner exterior and the receptacle
interior.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.29 for means for venting air trapped between a
paperboard box and a liner.
Subclass:
495.05
Liner interior accessible through an aperture in a receptacle
wall or closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.01. Subject
matter wherein contents may be inserted into or removed from
the liner interior through an opening located in a wall of
the receptacle or through an opening located in an element
which closes the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.3 for a lined paperboard box wherein the liner interior
is accessible through an aperture in the box material.
Subclass:
495.06
Removable bag liner:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.01. Subject
matter wherein the flexible, removable inner liner is a bag.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
1.6 for a freight container having an inner bag liner.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 117.27 for a
paperboard box having an inner flexible or flaccid liner.
Subclass:
495.07
Plural bag liners for sequential use:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.06. Subject
matter wherein two or more bag liners are provided for use
individually, in succession, to line the interior of the
receptacle.
Subclass:
495.08
Means for holding the bag liner open:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.06. Subject
matter including structure which functions to maintain the
mouth of the bag liner in an open configuration.
(1) Note. The holding means may be part of the receptacle
or the bag or may be separate from both.
Subclass:
495.09
Means for simultaneously holding two or more bag liners
open:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.08. Subject
matter including structure for maintaining at least two inner
bag liners in an open configuration at the same time.
Subclass:
495.1
Holding means extends through preformed bag aperture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.08. Subject
matter wherein the holding means protrudes through a
pre-existing bag opening (i.e., the opening is not created by
piercing, tearing, or cutting the bag material with the
holding means).
Subclass:
495.11
Upper bag portion folded over top edge of its receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 495.08. Subject
matter wherein the holding means includes a top part of the
bag which is folded outwardly over the top of the
receptacle.
Subclass:
500
COMPARTMENTED CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including at least one element (e.g., partition,
insert, etc.) which provides two or more separate content
holding sections.
(1) Note. A patent for a partition, per se, which is
disclosed as being for use with a receptacle of this class
type, is classified in this or indented subclasses.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
486 for a compartmented wire container.
564 for a compartmented vehicular tank.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 139 for bottle type
carriers (e.g., "six-packs") which frequently have
compartments or cells.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclasses 7-10 and 18-35 for
wooden receptacles having compartments or cells,
respectively.
222, Dispensing, 129 for a dispenser having compartments.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 120.02 for
paper receptacles having compartments.
249, Static Molds, 129 for a mold having a partition between
mold cavities.
Subclass:
501
Intercommunicable compartments:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein means is provided which permits contents to move from
one content holding section to another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
563 for a vehicular tank having a baffle which deflects,
dampens or regulates the flow of contents within the tank.
Subclass:
502
With externally operable means for establishing and blocking
communication:
This subclass is indented under subclass 501. Receptacle
having means controllable from outside the receptacle which
alternately permits and prevents content movement from one
compartment to another.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
232, Deposit and Collection Receptacles, subclass 1 and
43.1+ for compartmented receptacles having means for dumping
material from the lower compartment.
Subclass:
503
Compartments accessible from different planes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein at least two compartments extend into the container
from different surfaces.
Subclass:
504
Accessible from parallel, opposing planes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 503. Receptacle
wherein the surfaces are on opposing sides of the container
(e.g., top and bottom, front and back, etc.).
Subclass:
505
Compartments of differing vertical extent:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein the compartments have different depths.
Subclass:
506
Substantially concentric compartments:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein one compartment essentially surrounds another
compartment.
Subclass:
507
Cells (i.e., identical or similar compartments each intended
to hold a single item):
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
having a plurality of substantially identical compartments,
each of which is intended to hold one item.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, 18 for a wooden receptacle having
cells.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
120.31 and 120.36 for a paper receptacle having cells.
Subclass:
508
Egg carrier:
This subclass is indented under subclass 507. Receptacle
wherein the cells are intended to hold eggs.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 521.1 for an egg carton
disclosed to protect eggs from shock.
217, Wooden Receptacles, 26 for an egg crate made of wood.
Subclass:
509
Bottle case:
This subclass is indented under subclass 507. Receptacle,
normally in the form of a crate, having cells intended to
hold bottles.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 139 for a portable,
segregating, beverage-type carrier (i.e., six pack), and
subclasses 427+ for a noncell type container for plural
liquid holding bottles, cans or jars.
Subclass:
510
Removable partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the cell forming elements can be removed from the
container.
(1) Note. Cell forming elements can be detachable from
each other or ofone-piece construction.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
532 for noncellular compartments formed by removable
partitions received in vertical grooves or notches on the
container sidewall.
555 for noncellular compartments formed by removable
intersecting partitions.
Subclass:
511
Wire partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the cell forming element is made of wire or wire-like
material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
486 for a compartmented container made of wire, which may
have a wire partition.
Subclass:
512
Cells formed by apertures in a horizontal plate:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the bottle holding cells are formed by openings in a
horizontally supported plate.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 21 for similar cells in a
wooden receptacle.
Subclass:
513
Cells formed by upwardly opening cup-like or cylindrical
members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the cell forming elements have the shape of a cup or
cylinder.
Subclass:
514
Cell bottom includes structure intended to engage inverted
bottle mouth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the cells include structure or are configured to
receive bottles in alternate positions (e.g., right side up
or upside down).
Subclass:
515
Case includes structure to receive bottles individually or
packaged (e.g., six packs, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
which is configured to receive bottles either individually or
bundled together, or both (e.g., six pack, etc.).
Subclass:
516
Molded in one piece:
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Bottle case
wherein the case and cells are molded as a single unitary
member.
Subclass:
517
Blow molded:
This subclass is indented under subclass 516. Bottle case
wherein the case was formed by a blow molding process.
Subclass:
518
Cells have bottle locating finger-like members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 516. Bottle case
wherein the cells include one or more elongated elements
intended to position the bottle.
Subclass:
519
Case bottom configured to stack on top of bottle in
underlying case:
This subclass is indented under subclass 516. Bottle case
wherein the case bottom is formed with specific structure
that cooperates with the bottles of one or more lower cases
to facilitate stacking.
(1) Note. Structure to promote cross stacking is common in
this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, 503 for stacking
receptacles.
Subclass:
520
Compartments fold together:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein two or more content holding sections pivot about a
hinge to form a compartmented container.
(1) Note. A content holding section may itself be
compartmented.
Subclass:
521
Compartment in closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein a compartment is located in a closure for a
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 for other container closures.
520 for a compartmented container having similar
compartments which fold together.
Subclass:
522
Closure compartment only accessible when closure is in its
open configuration:
This subclass is indented under subclass 521. Receptacle
wherein the access opening to a compartment located in the
receptacle closure is only accessible when the closure is in
its open position (or removed).
Subclass:
523
Closure for compartment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein the container is provided with closure means
specifically related to the closing of one or more
compartments.
(1) Note. The closure means may also close the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 for a closure for a container which is not
compartmented.
Subclass:
524
Separate closure for each compartment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 523. Receptacle
wherein each compartment is provided with its own closure
means.
Subclass:
525
Closure permits access to one compartment while blocking
access to another:
This subclass is indented under subclass 523. Receptacle
wherein a closure is provided with means which permits entry
into one compartment while blocking entry into at least one
other compartment.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
253 for closures having alignable openings.
Subclass:
526
Closure has means to engage compartment forming elements
(e.g., forms seal between closure and compartment):
This subclass is indented under subclass 523. Receptacle
wherein the closure has means that contacts the partition or
walls of the compartment, usually to form a barrier between
the closure and compartment.
Subclass:
527
Compartment forming element includes a bottom wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein the compartment forming structure includes wall
elements disposed at an angle to one another so as to provide
a bottom wall and body wall when associated with the
receptacle.
(1) Note. The compartment forming element may be
permanently attached to or removable from the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.2 for two or more distinct receptacles joined together in
a side-by-side relationship.
Subclass:
528
Compartmented insert:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein the compartments are located in a member intended to
be placed in the container.
Subclass:
529
Compartment partition is movable or removable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein a compartment forming element is a partition which is
either movable within the receptacle or removable from the
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
553 for a compartmented receptacle having a partition which
is stiff and fixed in position.
Subclass:
530
Flexible partition provides a variable volume:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
wherein a compartment forming partition is made of flexible
material intended to yield so as to provide a compartment of
changeable capacity.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
85 for attachments having a variable volume.
Subclass:
531
Hinged partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
wherein the partition is stiff and hinged to one of the
container walls so that its position can be changed.
Subclass:
532
Vertical partition received in groove or notch in the
container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
wherein the compartment forming partition is substantially
vertically oriented and removably received in a channel or
indentation in the receptacle.
Subclass:
533
Plural partition-receiving grooves or notches:
This subclass is indented under subclass 532. Receptacle
wherein more than one partition receiving location is
provided with a channel or notch.
(1) Note. The plural partition receiving locations may
provide for plural partitions or alternative positions for a
single partition.
Subclass:
534
Vertical partition horizontally slidable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
wherein a compartment forming partition is mounted so as to
be horizontally slidable within the receptacle.
Subclass:
535
Horizontal rod extends through opening in partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Receptacle
including a horizontally extending elongated member which
projects through an aperture or slot in the partition or in
the means attached to the partition.
(1) Note. The partition is horizontally slidable along the
horizontal member which generally functions to keep the
partition in the container.
Subclass:
536
Including spring means biasing the partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 535. Receptacle
including biasing means urging a partition to slide in one
direction.
Subclass:
537
Including screw threaded interengaging means on rod and
partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 535. Receptacle
wherein the rod is threaded and the partition has threaded
means engaging the rod whereby the partition can be adjusted
(moved) by rotation of the rod.
Subclass:
538
Including locking means engaging the rod:
This subclass is indented under subclass 535. Receptacle
wherein a partition can be secured in a desired position by
means which grip the horizontal rod.
Subclass:
539
Frictional locking means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 538. Receptacle
wherein the locking means utilizes a friction contact with
the horizontal rod.
Subclass:
540
Including locking means engaging the container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 535. Receptacle
wherein a partition can be secured in a desired position by
means which contact the receptacle.
Subclass:
541
Partition has reciprocating locking member acting between
partition and sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Receptacle
wherein a partition is provided with one or more arms which
move away from the partition into engagement with the
receptacle sidewall to secure the partition in place.
Subclass:
542
Locking member received by means on or in container
sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 541. Receptacle
wherein at least one receptacle sidewall is provided with
means which are contacted by a locking member to hold the
partition in place.
Subclass:
543
Partition includes means to slidably engage the edge of
container sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Receptacle
wherein the partition includes one or more extensions which
contact and slide along the upper edge of the container
sidewall to permit adjustment of the partition.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
532 for similar structure including notches in the
receptacle wall to position the partition in a particular
location.
Subclass:
544
Partition slides along guide means (e.g., groove, track,
etc.) on or in container sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Receptacle
wherein the partition includes means which slidably engages
structure extending along the receptacle sidewall.
(1) Note. The sidewall structure can be a groove or channel
in the wall, or a guide or track attached to or formed in the
wall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
543 for a partition having arms which slide along the top of
the receptacle wall.
Subclass:
545
Partition includes releasable means locking it in position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 544. Receptacle
wherein the partition includes releasable locking means which
engage the sidewall guide means to secure the partition in
adjusted position.
Subclass:
546
Guide means has spaced apertures or ribs to receive the
locking means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Receptacle
wherein the guide means has holes or projections which the
releasable locking means can engage to secure the partition
in adjusted position.
Subclass:
547
Locking means includes a gear-like member which engages the
spaced apertures or ribs:
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Receptacle
wherein the locking means includes a gear-like member having
teeth which engage the spaced apertures or ribs in the guide
means to secure the partition in position.
Subclass:
548
Partition locking means is engaged with the guide means by
rotation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Receptacle
wherein the partition locking means binds against the guide
means upon rotation of the partition or partition locking
element.
Subclass:
549
Partition slides along guide means (e.g., groove, track,
etc.) on or in container bottom wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Receptacle
wherein the partition includes means which slidably engages
structure extending along the receptacle bottom wall.
(1) Note. The bottom wall structure can be a groove or
channel in the bottom wall, or a guide or track attached to
or formed in the bottom wall.
Subclass:
550
Partition includes releasable means locking it in position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 549. Receptacle
wherein the partition includes releasable locking means which
engage the bottom wall guide means to secure the partition in
adjusted position
Subclass:
551
Extendable partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
wherein the length of the partition is extensible or
contractible to permit the partition to be moved or removed.
(1) Note. An extendable partition is sometimes used to fit
different receptacles or receptacle areas.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
541 for a partition having extendable locking means.
Subclass:
552
Intersecting partitions:
This subclass is indented under subclass 529. Receptacle
including at least two removable partitions which intersect
with or cross each other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
510 for removable partitions which form cells in a bottle
case.
Subclass:
553
Compartment partition is stiff and fixed in position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Receptacle
wherein a compartment forming element is a partition which is
relatively rigid and permanently united with the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
529 for a compartment forming partition which is movable
within or removable from the receptacle.
Subclass:
554
Horizontal partition:
This subclass is indented under subclass 553. Receptacle
wherein the partition is positioned horizontally across the
container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
512 for cells formed by apertured, horizontal plates.
Subclass:
555
Partition and walls molded or cast together:
This subclass is indented under subclass 553. Receptacle
wherein the receptacle walls and compartment forming
partition are molded or cast together as a one-piece unit.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
516 for molded cellular bottle cases.
Subclass:
556
Configured for use as a food service tray:
This subclass is indented under subclass 555. Receptacle
wherein the compartmented receptacle is configured for and
intended for use as a tray for serving food.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
575 for compartmented dishes, bowls, etc.
Subclass:
557
Partition one-piece with and folded from a container wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 553. Receptacle
wherein the partition is part of a receptacle wall and folded
permanently into compartment forming position.
Subclass:
558
TILTABLE FRONT PANEL FOR DRAWER OR TRAY (E.G., FILE DRAWER
HAVING HINGED FRONT PANEL):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle of the drawer or tray type wherein the front wall
is hinged so as to be tiltable to facilitate access to
contents.
(1) Note. A "front" panel is generally the wall facing the
files or cards within the drawer or tray.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 for a container closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, for a drawer wherein means
(e.g., runners, etc.) are claimed which are disclosed as
cooperating with cabinet structure to support the drawer
within the cabinet.
Subclass:
559
COMPRESSOR OR FOLLOWER PLATE FOR DRAWER OR TRAY:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle of the drawer or tray type normally intended to
hold file cards or the like which includes an adjustable or
spring biased panel member which supports the contents in a
snug, upright arrangement within the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
558 for a drawer or tray having a tiltable front panel which
may function as a "compressor".
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, for a drawer wherein means
(e.g., runners, etc.) are claimed which are disclosed as
cooperating with cabinet structure to support the drawer
within the cabinet.
Subclass:
560
FLOATING CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including claimed structure intended to cause the
receptacle to float in water.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, for structures of
that class type.
Subclass:
560.01
PUNCTURE OR FIRE RESISTANT CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising a receptacle which will sustain
little or no harm when subjected to a fire, or a violent
impact.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
88.1 for a receptacle having an attachment which includes
means for preventing fire from passing to the contents of the
container or prevents the contents from sustaining
combustion.
900 for an art collection of rupture proof containers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
86, Ammunition and Explosive-Charge Making, subclass 50 for
an apparatus or process for destroying or rendering harmless
a bomb-like device.
89, Ordnance, 36.01 for a shield for protecting an ordnance
device or ordnance operating personnel.
102, Ammunition and Explosives, subclass 303 for a mat or
deflector which catches or deflects solid material propelled
by the detonation of an explosive to prevent damage to people
or property.
109, Safes, Bank Protection and Related Devices, for a safe
or a related device which protects its contents from
explosions, fire, or penetration of missiles.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 409 for a fire
resistant cabinet.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, subclass 911
for a cross reference art collection of materials having a
penetration resistant layer.
Subclass:
560.02
Container made of puncture healing material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.01. Subject
matter wherein the container is made from material which will
automatically repair a hole made by piercing.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
900 for an art collection of containers having wall
structure designed to either prevent tears or to seal them,
and subclass 905 for an art collection of flexible fuel tanks
for vehicles.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
244, Aeronautics, subclass 135, for an aircraft fuel supply
construction which may include a puncture healing fuel tank.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, subclass 911
for an art collection of stock materials having a puncture
resistant layer and subclass 912 for an art collection of
stock materials having a puncture healing layer.
Subclass:
560.03
INCLUDING MEANS FOR LIMITING THE DISCHARGE OR SPREAD OF
CONTENTS THROUGH AN UNINTENDED OPENING IN THE CONTAINER
STRUCTURE (E.G., DOUBLE WALL, CATCH BASIN):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein structure is provided which functions
either (1) to impede or prevent the flow of contents through
an accidentally formed gap in the container structure or (2)
to impede or prevent the contents from dispersing throughout
the environment.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, 312, for a fluid handling apparatus in
which means are provided to catch or otherwise dispose of
material dripping, leaking, or being discharged as waste
material.
215, Bottles and Jars, 392 for a condensate or drip
collection attachment for a bottle or jar.
222, Dispensing, 108 for a dispenser having auxiliary
structure for catching material overflowing or not received
by the intended receiver and also other material escaping
from the desired discharge path.
Subclass:
560.04
FOR CRYOGENIC CONTENT (E.G., LIQUEFIED GAS):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the container is used to ship or store
a gas (i.e., a substance which is gaseous at standard
atmospheric temperature and pressure) at a temperature which
is below its boiling point.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 45.1 for a cryogenic container combined
with a refrigerant.
Subclass:
560.05
Including means for withstanding or dissipating thermally
induced stress (e.g., expansion joint):
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter wherein the container includes a structural feature or
modification which prevents or minimizes damage caused by a
temperature change.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
721 for a container having an expanding or contracting
portion which is pressure or temperature compensating.
Subclass:
560.06
Expansible pleat, fold, corrugation, etc.:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.05. Subject
matter wherein the structural feature or modification
includes a portion of container material that has an
undulation or is doubled over or folded upon itself but which
can be unfolded or extended to allow for a thermally induced
increase in at least one of the dimensions of the container
material.
Subclass:
560.07
For use with a transport vehicle (e.g., cargo ship, airplane,
space vehicle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.05. Subject
matter wherein the container a freight conveyance or includes
structure which facilitates or enhances its functioning while
being transported in or on a freight conveyance.
(1) Note. This subclass takes only claims containing a
nominally recited conveyance or vehicle (i.e., one that is
recited in name only and does not include any conveyance or
vehicle structure) or claims wherein only so much of the
conveyance structure as is needed to cooperate with the
container is recited. See the search notes below for classes
taking claims in which there is significant vehicle
structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.11 for a container for cryogenic content which is
combined with, or modified for shipment in, a transport
vehicle but does not include means for withstanding or
dissipating thermally induced stress.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
114, Ships, for the combination of a marine vehicle and a
container wherein significant vehicle structure is recited.
180, Motor Vehicles, for the combination of a motorized land
vehicle and a container wherein significant vehicle structure
is recited.
244, Aeronautics, for the combination of an aircraft or a
spacecraft and a container wherein significant aircraft or
spacecraft structure is recited.
280, Land Vehicles, for the combination of a land vehicle and
a container wherein significant vehicle structure is
recited.
410, Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier, for devices
for preventing shifting or other undesirable movement of a
load on a vehicle.
Subclass:
560.08
Membrane-type container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter wherein the cryogenic container includes an inner
vessel made of a thin sheet of material which is flexibly
deformable by the internal pressure exerted by the liquefied
gas.
(1) Note. The thin sheet of material normally comes into
contact with the inside surface of the adjacent
layer--usually insulation--such that the internal pressure of
the gas is supported by the outer vessel through the
intervening layer or layers.
Subclass:
560.09
Spherical or oblate container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter wherein the container is in the shape of either (1) a
three dimensional surface, all points of which are
equidistant from a fixed point or (2) a surface as defined in
part (1) which has been compressed or flattened.
Subclass:
560.1
Spaced, self-sustaining, inner and outer containers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter which includes two containers wherein one container is
within the confines of the other, and each container is
capable of supporting its intended contents independently of
the other.
Subclass:
560.11
Combined with, or modified for shipment in, a transport
vehicle (e.g., cargo ship, airplane, space vehicle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter wherein the container (1) is combined with a nominally
recited freight conveyance, (2) is combined with a freight
conveyance wherein only so much of the conveyance structure
as is needed to cooperate with the container is recited or
(3) includes structure which facilitates or enhances its
functioning while being transported in or on a freight
conveyance.
(1) Note. A nominally recited conveyance or vehicle is one
that is recited in name only and does not include any
conveyance or vehicle structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.07 for a container which has means for withstanding or
dissipating thermally induced stress and is combined with, or
modified for shipment in, a transport vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
114, Ships, for the combination of a marine vehicle and a
container for cryogenic content wherein significant vehicle
structure is recited.
180, Motor Vehicles, for the combination of a motorized land
vehicle and a container for cryogenic content wherein
significant vehicle structure is recited.
244, Aeronautics, for the combination of an aircraft or a
spacecraft and a container for cryogenic content wherein
significant aircraft or spacecraft structure is recited.
280, Land Vehicles, for the combination of a land vehicle and
a container for cryogenic content wherein significant vehicle
structure is recited.
Subclass:
560.12
Including thermal insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.04. Subject
matter wherein the container includes means for impeding the
flow of heat to its content.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.2 for other thermally insulated receptacles.
Subclass:
560.13
Including means for reflecting heat:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.12. Subject
matter wherein the container or one of its components has the
characteristic that it will deflect heat.
(1) Note. The reflecting function may be provided by an
additional layer of material such as a metal foil or by
treating the surface of the container or one of its
components (e.g., insulation) to make it reflective.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.11 for an ice-box, refrigerator, or freezer cabinet
having means for reflecting heat.
592.21 for other containers having means for reflecting
heat.
Subclass:
560.14
Including means for facilitating the formation of an
insulating layer from gas vapors emitted by the cryogenic
content:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.12. Subject
matter wherein the container or one of its components is
modified to (1) guide or direct vapors from the cryogenic
content into position where they provide a heat barrier for
the contents and/or (2) maintain vapors in a position to
provide a heat barrier for the contents.
Subclass:
560.15
Foam insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 560.12. Subject
matter wherein the insulation is made from material which has
been expanded to form internal cells or voids.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.1 for an ice-box, refrigerator, or freezer cabinet which
is insulated by foamed material.
592.25 for other containers which are insulated by foamed
material.
902 for an art collection of containers which include foam.
Subclass:
561
CONTAINER HAVING RECONDITIONED OR RECONDITIONABLE END WALL:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle wherein the end wall either 1) has been
remanufactured or repaired or 2) is constructed to facilitate
its remanufacture or repair.
Subclass:
562
VEHICLE MOUNTABLE TANK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. A
large receptacle for holding a fluent material to be
transported and intended to be mounted on a vehicle or
vehicle running gear.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for a sectional tank.
565 for a stationary tank.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, 830 for a general utility land vehicle
including a boiler or tank.
410, Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier, subclass 68
for a tank combined with a land vehicle freight carrier.
Subclass:
563
With baffle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 562. Tank wherein
the tank is provided with a partition-like member that
functions to deflect, dampen or regulate the surge or flow of
contents within the tank, but which does not divide it into
separate content holding compartments.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
501 for a nonvehicular container having intercommunicating
compartments.
564 for a tank having a solid partition which functions to
divide the tank into two or more content holding
compartments.
Subclass:
564
Compartmented:
This subclass is indented under subclass 562. Tank wherein
the tank includes at least one solid partition which provides
two or more separate content holding sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
500 for a nonvehicular compartmented container.
563 for a tank having a baffle which functions to deflect,
dampen, or regulate the surge or flow of contents, but does
not divide the tank into separate content holding sections.
Subclass:
565
STATIONARY TANK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising a usually large, immobile container
intended to be used to store fluent material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for a sectional tank.
562 for a vehicular tank.
Subclass:
566
Toroidal (i.e., doughnut shaped):
This subclass is indented under subclass 565. Tank wherein
the tank has the shape of a torus.
Subclass:
567
Elevated (e.g., municipal water tank):
This subclass is indented under subclass 565. Tank wherein
the tank, or a major portion thereof, is supported a
substantial distance above the ground.
Subclass:
567.1
Underground:
This subclass is indented under subclass 565. Subject matter
wherein the tank is intended for use beneath the surface of
the earth.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures, (e.g., buildings), 169.1 for an
on-site erected structure having a claimed feature of the
earth or relationship to the earth (e.g., grade level,
material between a wall and the earth, underground structures
resisting external objects, position in the earth). In
particular, search subclass 169.6 for a subterranean
enclosure with a portal opening (e.g., bomb shelter) and
subclasses 169.7+ for a container which is embedded in the
earth and has an open top adjacent the earth's surface.
405, Hydraulic and Earth Engineering, 53 for means for
storing fluid in an earthen cavity wherein the storing means
is more than a mere tank having no specific relationship to
the earth; and subclass 210 for a product-receiving
receptacle which is secured to, and supported by, the earthen
bed at the bottom of a body of water.
Subclass:
567.2
For petroleum or a petroleum product (e.g., oil, gasoline):
This subclass is indented under subclass 565. Subject matter
wherein the tank is used to ship or store petroleum (i.e., an
oily, flammable, liquid solution of hydrocarbons,
yellowish-green to black in color, occurring naturally in the
rock strata of certain geological formations), or any of its
derivatives.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
405, Hydraulic And Earth Engineering, 53 for means for
storing fluid in an earthen cavity wherein the storing means
is more than a mere tank having no specific relationship to
the earth; and subclass 210 for a product-receiving
receptacle which is secured to, and supported by, the earthen
bed at the bottom of a body of water.
Subclass:
567.3
For hot water heater or boiler:
This subclass is indented under subclass 565. Subject matter
wherein the stationary tank is used to hold water while it is
being heated for use as hot water (e.g., for bathing) or for
providing steam (e.g., to heat a building).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
694.1 for an external covering for a hot water heater or
boiler, and
592.24 for a thermally insulated container wherein the
insulation forms a removable outer jacket.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, for a closed or
pressurized liquid heater or vaporizer, subclasses 13.01-19.2
for a stand boiler (e.g., water heater, etc.) that provides
hot water for domestic or household use (e.g., cooking,
cleaning, washing, bathing, space heating, etc.) that may be
in other than a house or home (e.g., apartment building,
office building, restaurant, laundry, recreational vehicle,
etc.), subclass 233 for a horizontal disposed tank combined
with a wall of a furnace, or subclass 234 for a vertically
disposed tank combined with heating means.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclasses 350.1-350.2 for a
fluid fuel burner other than a top-accessible liquid heating
vessel, subclasses 361.1-363.1 for a boiler receiving hot
liquid or steam from a stove or furnace (e.g., kitchen
boiler, range boiler, etc.), subclasses 364.1 and 365.1 for a
liquid heater and stovepipe, subclasses 367.1 and 368.1 for a
liquid heater having a solid fuel burner submerged underneath
the surface of the liquid that may be held in an open-top
vessel, or subclasses 373.1-390.1 for an open-top liquid
heating vessel that may include a lid.
Subclass:
568
COCKTAIL SHAKER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle which is specifically constructed and configured
to mix one or more liquids together or with ice when shaken
by the user.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
366, Agitating, for a receptacle including a deflector to
enhance mixing.
Subclass:
569
MILK CAN:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle intended to be used to transport fresh milk from a
farm to a processing plant or dairy.
Subclass:
570
PAINT TRAY:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle in the form of a shallow, generally rectangular
pan intended to hold paint and be used in combination with a
paint roller.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, 257.05 for a
paint tray including or combined with structure intended to
facilitate loading a roller with a desired amount of
material.
Subclass:
571
DRAIN PAN OR DRIP PAN:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising a shallow container intended to catch
and collect liquid from (1) a device containing liquid which
is expected to be removed from the device or leak from the
device, or (2) a wet article placed within the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, various subclasses for receptacle filling
means.
184, Lubrication, subclass 106 for a drain or drip pan
combined with a lubrication device.
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, subclass 38 for a drip
pan which is attached to a vehicle.
Subclass:
571.1
With means to attach pan to bucket or paint can:
This subclass is indented under subclass 571. Subject matter
wherein the drip pan includes structure for securing it to a
scrub pail, paint container, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclasses 383.1-386.1 for an
open-top liquid heating vessel that may include a lid having
a collecting, directing, or shielding feature for overflow or
spatter of the liquid.
Subclass:
572
With article drying support (e.g., dish-rack pan):
This subclass is indented under subclass 571. Receptacle
including means to support an article while drying.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
487 for a compartmented wire receptacle for holding dishes
(i.e., "dish rack").
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, various subclasses for an upright rack
which may hold dishes.
Subclass:
573
For a vehicle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 571. Receptacle
which is intended to be used to collect or catch a liquid
being removed or leaking from an automobile.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, 331 for a similar receptacle having a
funnel.
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, subclass 38 for a drip
pan which is attached to a vehicle.
Subclass:
573.1
COOKWARE (E.G., POT, BAKING PAN):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the receptacle is used to cook food by
means of a heat source (e.g., on a stove, in an oven).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
99, Food and Beverages: Apparatus, for cookware having means
for enhancing its cooking function or specific means, other
than merely the cookware, per se, for holding food during
cooking.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclass 39 for a fireless cooker
gas stove, subclasses 261-262 for a heater to warm or keep
warm food, or subclasses 373.1-390.1 for an open-top liquid
heating vessel modified to facilitate the heat treatment of
an unconfined bulk of fluent material and may include a lid.
Subclass:
573.2
Nonstick inner surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.1. Subject
matter wherein the inside of the cookware has been treated to
minimize or prevent the adhesion of food.
Subclass:
573.3
With heat-resistant support for protecting an underlying
supporting surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.1. Subject
matter including a device which bears the weight of the
cookware, which can withstand the effects of heat from the
cookware, and which prevents the heat from the cookware from
damaging a support surface such as a table top.
(1) Note. The heat-resistant support is typically
detachable from the cookware.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
628 for other containers combined with support structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 117.3 for an insulated support, per
se, for a flat iron or a soldering iron.
Subclass:
573.4
Having removable inner container (e.g., double boiler):
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.1. Subject
matter wherein the cookware includes an inner receptacle
which can be taken out.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.87 for other receptacles having a rigid, removable inner
container.
Subclass:
573.5
Two or more removable inner containers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.4. Subject
matter wherein the cookware includes at least two inner
receptacles which can be taken out.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
23.88 for other receptacles having two or more rigid,
removable containers.
Subclass:
574
TABLE DISH (E.G., PLATE, BOWL, PLATTER, ETC.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising tableware intended to be used to hold
food.
Subclass:
574.1
With eating aid:
This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Subject matter
wherein the table dish has attached thereto a separate device
which assists in removing food from the dish.
Subclass:
574.2
Including means for receiving a heat exchange medium (e.g.,
hot water, ice):
This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Subject matter
wherein the receptacle is disclosed for use with a substance
which will maintain the contents either hot or cold.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592.01 for a receptacle having some structure to help
maintain contents of the receptacle above or below ambient
temperature.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 371 and 457.1+ for a receptacle having a
feature peculiar to refrigeration or to cooling the contents
of the receptacle (e.g., a sealed, nonrefillable coolant
containing compartment, ice melt handling means, ice
supporting means, a particular refrigerant) for maintaining
contents below ambient temperature.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, 261 for a lunch receptacle
combined with a heat source for maintaining contents above
ambient temperature.
Subclass:
574.3
With liner:
This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Subject matter
wherein the inside of the table dish is provided with an
element which serves as a substitute inner surface for it.
Subclass:
575
Compartmented table dish:
This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Receptacle
including one or more elements which provide two or more
separate food holding sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
500 for other compartmented containers.
Subclass:
576
SMOKING STAND:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising a tobacco ash receiving container in
the form of a floor supported stand.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
501 for a receptacle having intercommunicating
compartments.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
131, Tobacco, 231 for a tobacco user's appliance combined
with ash receiving means.
Subclass:
577
RIGID HEAT TRANSFER CONTAINER (I.E., HEAT IS CONDUCTED
THROUGH CONTAINER WALL):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising an inflexible thermally conductive
container having structure to hold hot or cold material and
to be used in the manner of a hot water bottle or an ice
bag.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 440 for an enclosure having a cooling
means contained therein, and subclass 530 for a receptacle
containing a composition for refreezing after use.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, 263.01 for a container having a
chemical heating means contained therein.
215, Bottles and Jars, appropriate subclasses for a
receptacle of glass, ceramic or similar material for
retaining a heating or cooling material.
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 901 for receptacles of the type
known as hot water bags and ice bags.
607, Surgery: Light, Thermal, and Electrical Application,
subclass 96 for other heated or cooled material receptacles
limited to therapeutic use. The structure may, for example,
be used to: (1) apply substances to the body; (2) absorb
substances from the body; (3) permit insertion into a body
cavity.
Subclass:
578
INTERNAL CLOSURE-LIKE MEMBER WHICH RESTS ON THE UNUSED
CONTENTS OF A CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising an inner member which lies upon the remaining
contents of a container to reduce exposure of the contents to
the atmosphere.
(1) Note. The internal closure-like member prevents, for
example, unused paint from skinning and coffee from loosing
its aroma or flavor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 for a closure, per se.
216 for a floating closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
99, Foods and Beverages: Apparatus, 349 for a food cooking
device having a follower which presses against the food.
100, Presses, 240 for box and piston type reciprocating
platen not elsewhere provided for.
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 231 for a bottle or jar
provided with a means to purposely depress or contact
receptacle contents.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 86 for a follower for a
wooden barrel.
222, Dispensing, 386 for a dispenser having a follower type
discharge assistant.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, subclass 141
for a reservoir containing a floating follower.
Subclass:
579
Foldable for insertion into a container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 578. Device wherein
the closure-like member is intended to be temporarily
collapsed or bent to fit through the mouth of a container.
Subclass:
580
Vent means through closure-like member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 578. Device wherein
the closure-like member includes an air passage therein which
allows for pressure equalization on opposite sides of the
closure-like member.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
367.1 for similar vent means in a removable closure.
Subclass:
581
HIGH-PRESSURE-GAS TANK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle comprising a container having structure for
containing gas under a pressure which is well in excess of
the ambient pressure surrounding the container.
(1) Note. The gas can be a liquefied gas.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.12 for a sectional tank.
646 for a receptacle of general utility having a separate
reinforcing element.
669 for a receptacle having a contoured sidewall for
reinforcing.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, subclass 54.2 for an apparatus wherein a
product of refrigeration in solid phase is transformed at a
regulated rate into either a liquid or gaseous phase.
222, Dispensing, 3 for a gas tank including a discharge or
inlet valve or other dispensing feature.
376, Induced Nuclear Reactions: Processes, Systems, and
Elements, 294 for a nuclear reactor pressure vessel.
Subclass:
582
With removable closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
wherein the container has a detachable closure which forms a
gas-tight seal with the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 for a closure, per se.
Subclass:
583
With pierceable member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
wherein the container is provided with a region intended to
be punctured so as to cause the release of the contained
gas.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
265 for a frangible closure.
Subclass:
584
Having interconnected semi-spherical portions:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
wherein the container wall has a plurality of sections, each
section comprising a major portion of a sphere.
Subclass:
585
Sequential container wall structure provides plural pressure
differentials:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
wherein at least a portion of the wall of the container has a
zone for containing a pressure intermediate the ambient
pressure and the inside pressure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592 for a high-pressure-gas tank having a separate
reinforcing element.
Subclass:
586
Multilayer container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
wherein the container wall has at least one area (e.g.,
sidewall, end wall, etc.) which comprises a plurality of
superimposed layers, plies or laminas.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62.11 for a container of general utility having a multilayer
barrier structure.
592 for a high-pressure-gas tank having a separate
reinforcing element.
Subclass:
587
With weep hole in outer layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 586. Receptacle
wherein the superimposed layers have a gas passage in the
outer layer to prevent a build up of excessive pressure
between the layers due to a leak in the inner layer of the
container.
(1) Note. The gas passage may also facilitate the detection
of a leak in the container.
Subclass:
588
Wound layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 586. Receptacle
wherein at least one of the layers is formed by wrapping an
elongated element into abutting or close overlapping
relationship with itself.
(1) Note. The element may be wire, glass fiber, carbon
fiber, sheet material, metal tape, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62.19 for a container of general utility having a wound
barrier structure.
Subclass:
589
Filament layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Receptacle
wherein the elongated element comprises an elongated fiber or
thread like object.
Subclass:
590
With bonding material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 589. Receptacle
wherein the wound filament is secured in position by an
adhesive or resinous material.
Subclass:
591
Tape layer:
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Receptacle
wherein the elongated element is a narrow strip or band.
Subclass:
592
With separate reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 581. Receptacle
including an element which is attached to a wall of the
container and is intended to strengthen the container wall
structure.
(1) Note. The element can be either inside or outside the
receptacle wall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
585 for sequential container wall structure which provides
plural pressure differentials.
586 for a multilayer high-pressure-gas tank.
Subclass:
592.01
RECEPTACLE HAVING MEANS TO FACILITATE MAINTAINING CONTENTS
ABOVE OR BELOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (E.G., COMPARTMENT FOR
HOLDING A HEAT EXCHANGE MEDIUM):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the receptacle includes structure
which makes it easier to hold contents at a temperature which
is either higher or lower than the temperature of the fluid
(usually air) which surrounds the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
574.2 for a table dish having means to keep its contents hot
or cold.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 371 and 457.1+ for a portable receptacle
having a feature peculiar to refrigeration or to cooling the
contents of the receptacle (e.g., a sealed, nonrefillable
coolant containing compartment, ice melt handling means, ice
supporting means, a particular refrigerant) and subclasses
467+ for a refrigerator (i.e., a cabinet in combination with
apparatus peculiar to removing heat from a substance).
126, Stoves and Furnaces, 261 for a receptacle combined with
a heat source.
Subclass:
592.02
Ice-box, refrigerator, or freezer cabinet:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is constructed to form part of
a device that removes heat from a substance, is used to store
food, and is maintained in a stationary position (e.g., in a
kitchen) for extended periods of time.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 467 for a refrigerator (i.e., a cabinet
in combination with apparatus peculiar to removing heat from
a substance).
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, 401 for a refrigerator
cabinet combined with article supporting means such as
drawers, racks. shelves, etc.
Subclass:
592.03
Portable cabinet:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.02. Subject
matter wherein the cabinet is small enough to be hand carried
by one person.
Subclass:
592.04
For use in a commercial establishment (e.g., ice cream
parlor):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.02. Subject
matter wherein the cabinet is designed to be used in a place
of business.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
Dig. 8 for an art collection of ice cream cabinets.
Subclass:
592.05
Spaced walls separated by a plurality of individual spacer
elements:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.02. Subject
matter wherein the cabinet includes two walls which have a
gap between them and wherein the gap is maintained by two or
more elements which extend between the walls and are attached
to them.
Subclass:
592.06
Including a heat breaker strip:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.02. Subject
matter wherein the cabinet includes spaced inner and outer
walls which are connected together--usually around the
door--by means of a segment of insulating material.
Subclass:
592.07
Separate fastening element for breaker strip:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.06. Subject
matter wherein the heat breaker strip is attached to the
cabinet by means of a connecting element which is not part of
the breaker strip.
Subclass:
592.08
Including a resilient fastening element (e.g., clip):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.07. Subject
matter wherein the separate fastening element has the
characteristic that it will spring back into position after
being stretched, bent, etc., and uses that characteristic to
hold the breaker strip in place.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., for a resilient fastener,
per se.
Subclass:
592.09
Including thermal insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.02. Subject
matter wherein the cabinet includes means for impeding the
flow of heat to its content.
Subclass:
592.1
Foam insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.09. Subject
matter wherein the insulation is made from material which has
been expanded to form internal cells or voids.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.15 for a container for cryogenic content that is
insulated by foamed material.
592.25 for other containers which are insulated by foamed
material.
902 for an art collection of containers which include foamed
material.
Subclass:
592.11
Including means for reflecting heat:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.09. Subject
matter wherein the container or one of its components has the
characteristic that it will deflect heat.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.13 for a container for cryogenic content having means
for reflecting heat.
592.21 for other containers having means for reflecting
heat.
Subclass:
592.12
For a dairy product (e.g., for holding whole milk during a
cooling and separating process):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes means to facilitate
maintaining milk or a milk product above or below ambient
temperature.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
569 for a milk can.
Subclass:
592.13
For holding cream during freezing process (i.e., in an ice
cream freezer):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.12. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is used for containing cream
while it is in the process of being changed to ice cream.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 340 for an ice cream freezer cooled by
means of a refrigerant.
Subclass:
592.14
Ice cream container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.12. Subject
matter wherein the dairy product is ice cream.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
426, Food or Edible Material: Processes, Compositions, and
Products, subclass 130 for a container combined with ice
cream.
Subclass:
592.15
Including a removable inner container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.12. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle has inside of it a second
receptacle which can be taken out.
Subclass:
592.16
For a beverage:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is used to contain a liquid for
drinking.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62.12 for a beverage receptacle having a side wall made of
two or more layers of material permanently attached together
495.03 for a receptacle for a food or beverage wherein the
receptacle includes a flexible, removable inner liner,
703 for a drinking container combined with an attachment or
adjunct.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 13.1 for insulated beverage
containers of that class type (e.g., "THERMOS" bottles).
222, Dispensing, for a beverage container combined with means
for controlling and regulating discharge of the beverage,
and
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass 403,
for an insulated paper or paperboard cup.
Subclass:
592.17
Drinking vessel:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.16. Subject
matter wherein the beverage is consumed directly from the
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
703 for an attachment which aids in the consumption of a
beverage from a receptacle.
Subclass:
592.18
For use as, or as part of, a stationary beverage dispenser
(e.g., water cooler, soda fountain):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.16. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle can either (1) be used as a
beverage dispenser (e.g., by means of an attached fluid
control valve) or (2) be attached to a beverage dispensing
apparatus for use as the beverage supply container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, for a beverage container combined with means
for controlling and regulating discharge of the beverage.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 117.3 for a
box having an inner bag liner filled with a beverage which
can be dispensed through an aperture in the box material.
Subclass:
592.19
Keg or barrel (e.g., for beer):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.18. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is a small barrel or
barrel-shaped container usually holding less than 10
gallons.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
601 for a container having an outlet or inlet opening in an
end wall.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, for a keg combined with means for
controlling and regulating discharge of the keg contents.
Subclass:
592.2
Thermally insulated receptacle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes means for impeding the
flow of heat between the inside and the outside of the
receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.12 for an insulated container for cryogenic content.
565 for a stationary tank which may include insulation.
592.09 for an insulated ice-box, freezer, or refrigerator
cabinet
739 for an insulated or insulating receptacle holder.
753 for an insulated handle.
903 for an art collection of insulating jackets for beverage
containers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 13.1 for a bottle or jar
having multi-layer barrier structure with insulating material
between spaced wall panels.
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 110 for an insulated flexible
bag.
Subclass:
592.21
Including means for reflecting heat:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the container or one of its components has the
characteristic that it will deflect heat.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.13 for a container for cryogenic content having means
for reflecting heat.
592.11 for an ice-box, refrigerator, or freezer cabinet
having means for reflecting heat.
Subclass:
592.22
For heated contents (e.g., fireless cooker):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle is disclosed for containing
contents which are at a temperature which is above ambient.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
567.3 for a stationary tank for a hot water heater or
boiler.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, for a closed or
pressurized liquid heater or vaporizer, subclass 19.2 for a
stand boiler (e.g., water heater, etc.) that provides hot
water for domestic or household use (e.g., cooking, cleaning,
washing, bathing, space heating, etc.) that may be in other
than a house or home (e.g., apartment building, office
building, restaurant, laundry, recreational vehicle, etc.)
and a casing for the stand boiler or an external tank
therefor.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclass 39 for a fireless cooker
gas stove, subclasses 261-262 for a heater to warm or keep
warm food, or subclasses 373.1-390.1 for an open-top liquid
heating vessel modified to facilitate the heat treatment of
an unconfined bulk of fluent material and may include a lid.
Subclass:
592.23
Including a removable inner container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.22. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle for heated contents includes an
inner receptacle which can be taken out.
Subclass:
592.24
Insulation forms removable outer jacket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the insulation is in the form of an external
covering which can be taken off.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
694.1 for an external covering for a hot water heater or
boiler,
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 110 for insulated bags.
Subclass:
592.25
Foam insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the insulation is made from material which has
been expanded to form internal cells or voids.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
560.15 for a container for cryogenic content that is
insulated by foamed material.
592.1 for an ice-box, refrigerator, or freezer cabinet which
is insulated by foamed material.
902 for an art collection of containers which include foamed
material
Subclass:
592.26
Multiple insulation layers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes at least two strata of
material which impede the flow of heat between the inside and
the outside of the receptacle.
(1) Note. An evacuated hollow wall is considered to be an
insulating layer.
Subclass:
592.27
Vacuum insulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.2. Subject
matter wherein the means for impeding the flow of heat
includes an empty cavity from which the air has been
removed.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 12.1 for vacuum bottles and
jars for beverages.
Subclass:
592.28
For use with a heated fluent medium (e.g., hot air, hot
water, steam):
This subclass is indented under subclass 592.01. Subject
matter wherein the receptacle includes means for holding a
hot fluid.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclasses 261-262 for a heater
to warm or keep warm food or subclasses 373.1-390.1 for an
open-top liquid heating vessel modified to facilitate the
heat treatment of an unconfined bulk of fluent material and
may include a lid.
Subclass:
600
END WALL STRUCTURE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle wherein structure constituting the end or bottom
wall of a receptacle is claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
200 closures, for end wall structure intended to be removed
from the receptacle to gain access to contents, and
particularly subclass 359.5 for a receptacle end closure
which is soldered in place and intended to be removed.
Subclass:
601
Having an outlet or inlet opening (e.g., bunghole, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall is formed with a hole, normally intended
to be used in filling or emptying the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
661 for end wall structure having an outlet or inlet
opening.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
141, Fluent Material Handling, with Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, various subclasses, particularly 297+ for a
container having a funnel.
222, Dispensing, various subclasses, particularly 566+ for a
nozzle, spout or pouring device.
Subclass:
602
Transparent:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
where at least a portion of the end wall transmits light
without appreciable scattering so that objects are visible
therethrough.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
377 for a removable closure having a transparent area.
662 for sidewall structure having a transparent area.
Subclass:
603
With weight or counterweight:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein the end wall is a bottom wall and is provided with a
weight or counterweight to maintain the receptacle is a
desired orientation, usually upright.
(1) Note. A receptacle having an extra thick bottom wall
for the purpose of maintaining a desired orientation due to
its extra weight is classified here.
Subclass:
604
One-piece side and end wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall and the end wall are of one-piece
construction.
Subclass:
605
With support structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Receptacle
including structure attached to or part of the sidewall or
end wall, which structure supports the receptacle against the
pull of gravity when resting on a surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
628 for similar support structure for a receptacle which
does not have a one-piece side and bottom wall.
Subclass:
606
One-piece with container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 605. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed one-piece with the end wall or
sidewall.
Subclass:
607
End wall formed as a one-piece grid or mesh structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Receptacle
wherein the end wall is formed as a one-piece open work
(e.g., grid or mesh) structure.
Subclass:
608
Contoured end wall (e.g., curved, corrugated, ribbed, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Receptacle
wherein the end wall has a nonplanar configuration.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
623 for similar structure wherein the sidewall and end wall
are not of one-piece construction.
669 for contoured sidewall structure.
Subclass:
609
Pressure responsive contour:
This subclass is indented under subclass 608. Receptacle
wherein the contoured end wall structure is designed to move
outwardly under high internal pressure or inwardly in
response to relatively low internal pressure (e.g., vacuum)
conditions within the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
624 for similar subject matter wherein the sidewall and end
wall are not of one-piece construction.
Subclass:
610
Joint or seam between sidewall and end wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein structure connecting the sidewall and end wall is
claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
677 for similar structure, usually a seam, connecting
portions of the sidewall together.
Subclass:
611
End wall and sidewall of dissimilar materials:
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall and the end wall are made of different
materials (e.g., steel and tin, metal and wood, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
613 for an end wall or sidewall made of plastic.
Subclass:
612
Adhered (e.g., welded, cemented, soldered, bonded, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
wherein the joint is secured by welding, cementing,
soldering, bonding or the like.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
678 for a sidewall seam or joint which is adhered.
Subclass:
613
Plastic end wall or sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 612. Receptacle
wherein at least one of the end wall or the sidewall is made
of a thermoplastic material.
Subclass:
614
Including a packing element (e.g., gasket):
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
including a gasket or packing means received in the joint,
usually intended to seal the joint.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
617 for a sidewall joint which includes a packing element.
Subclass:
615
Interlocked joint:
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
wherein a flange-like portion of the sidewall and a similar
flange-like portion of the end wall are folded or bent
together to form a mechanical securement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
612 for a joint or seam which is both interlocked and
adhered.
622 for a joint or seam having a mechanical fastener passing
therethrough.
682 for a sidewall seam or joint having interlocking
structure.
Subclass:
616
Joint includes separate reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein an additional element is interconnected with the
joint to strengthen it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
692 for a separate fastener in a sidewall seam or joint.
Subclass:
617
Sidewall received in a channel in the end wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein an extension of the sidewall is received in a groove,
trough, or furrow, etc., which usually extends around the
periphery of the end wall.
Subclass:
618
Sidewall includes both a ledge-like area receiving the end
wall and means engaging the outer surface of the end wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall has either an inwardly bent portion
forming a ledge or a separately applied member on the
interior of the sidewall on which the end wall is supported,
and additionally a securing element which engages the
exterior surface of the end wall.
Subclass:
619
Joint bent or rolled outwardly:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall and end wall joint flanges are folded or
curled together away from the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
689 for a sidewall joint which is bent or rolled.
Subclass:
620
Joint bent or rolled inwardly:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall and end wall joint flanges are folded or
curled together toward the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
689 for a sidewall joint which is bent or rolled.
Subclass:
621
Sidewall and end wall have interlocking grooves:
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Receptacle
wherein a depression or channel is formed in the sidewall or
end wall which matingly engages a similar depression or
channel formed in the other wall.
(1) Note. The mating depressions or channels are usually
formed simultaneously in the sidewall and end wall.
Subclass:
622
Joint includes separate fastener (e.g., rivet, nail, screw,
etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
wherein the joint is secured by a separate mechanical
fastening means which extends into the joint.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
692 for a separate fastener in a sidewall seam or joint.
Subclass:
623
Contoured end wall (e.g., curved, corrugated, ribbed,
variable thickness, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 610. Receptacle
wherein the end wall has a nonplanar configuration.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
608 for similar structure wherein the sidewall and end wall
are of one-piece construction.
669 for contoured sidewall structure.
Subclass:
624
Pressure responsive contour:
This subclass is indented under subclass 623. Receptacle
wherein the contoured end wall structure is designed to move
outwardly under high internal pressure or inwardly in
response to relatively low internal pressure (e.g., vacuum)
conditions within the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
609 for similar subject matter wherein the sidewall and end
wall are of one-piece construction.
Subclass:
625
Removable bottom wall (i.e., not a closure):
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein an end wall (usually a bottom member) which does not
function as a closure is configured to be readily removable.
(1) Note. The removable wall is normally not removable when
contents are in the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
561 wherein the end wall is manufactured so as to be able to
be replaced for reconditioning the container.
Subclass:
626
Multi-layer end wall structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
wherein the end wall structure includes substantially
coextensive plural plies, laminas, layers, strata or panels.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62.11 for an entire container formed of a multi-layer
structure.
Subclass:
627
Spaced layers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 626. Receptacle
wherein the multi-layer structure includes at least two
laminas separated from one another.
Subclass:
628
Support structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Receptacle
including structure attached to or part of the sidewall or
end wall, which structure supports the receptacle against the
pull of gravity when resting on a surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
476 for means attached to a receptacle for fastening it to a
wall or similar surface.
605 for similar support structure for a receptacle which has
a one-piece side and bottom wall.
Subclass:
629
Movable on container (e.g., adjustable):
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support structure includes means permitting the
position of the supporting elements on the receptacle to be
adjusted so as to (1) maintain the container in more than one
position, or (2) move the supporting elements to a storage
position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
631 for nonmovable support structure which can maintain the
container in more than one position.
Subclass:
630
Removable support structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed as a separate member and is
detachably secured to the container to support the
container.
Subclass:
631
Fixed support structure provides alternate container
orientations (e.g., angled bottom support areas):
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support structure includes means configured to
provide more than one orientation at which the container can
be selectively supported.
(1) Note. A receptacle having plural flat bottom areas, at
an angle to one another, which support the receptacle in
different orientations is proper for this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
629 for support structure which is adjustable to provide
more than one orientation of the container.
Subclass:
632
Cushioned support structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support structure includes shock absorbing
material normally to protect either the container or the
surface on which the container rests.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
655 for similar cushioning material adjacent an open end
edge of a container.
732 for receptacle sidewall cushioning means.
Subclass:
633
Support formed by downward extension of sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed by a portion of the sidewall
which extends away from the receptacle past the bottom wall.
Subclass:
634
Chime (i.e., supporting ring circumferentially attached to
sidewall):
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed by a separate member extending
around the sidewall and secured to the sidewall, which member
is normally a chime member.
Subclass:
635
Support and bottom wall are of one-piece construction and
attached to sidewall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed one-piece with the bottom wall,
and secured to the sidewall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
606 for similar support structure for a receptacle which has
a one-piece side and bottom wall.
Subclass:
636
Support attached to bottom wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is a separate member secured to the
bottom wall.
Subclass:
637
Support formed by rod or wire encased in bead folded under
bottom wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the support is formed by a portion of the sidewall
being bent under the bottom wall and then formed into a
curl-like portion, and wherein a wire or rod-like member is
confined within the curl-like portion.
Subclass:
638
Sidewall, bottom wall and support are separate elements, and
attached at a common joint:
This subclass is indented under subclass 628. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall, bottom wall and support member are each
individual pieces which are secured together at the same
location.
Subclass:
639
SEPARATE REINFORCING ELEMENT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including an element which is either: (1) attached
to an end wall or sidewall or (2) extends between walls; and
is intended to strengthen the container wall structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
592 for a high-pressure-gas tank having a separate
reinforcing element.
608 for contoured (reinforcing) end wall structure in a
one-piece container.
623 for contoured (reinforcing) end wall structure in a
container which is not of one-piece construction.
669 for contoured (reinforcing) sidewall structure.
Subclass:
640
Open end edge reinforcing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 639. Receptacle
wherein the separate reinforcing element is attached
adjacent an open end edge of the container to strengthen the
container edge.
Subclass:
641
Edge (e.g., rim, lip, brim, etc.) bent or rolled around a
reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 640. Receptacle
wherein at least the container edge is folded or curled
around a separate reinforcing element to form a strengthened,
beaded edge.
Subclass:
642
Edge encompassed by u-shaped reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 640. Receptacle
wherein a reinforcing member is folded around the edge.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
616 for an end wall joint including a separate reinforcing
element intended to strengthen the joint.
Subclass:
643
Molded container including separate edge reinforcing
element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 640. Receptacle
wherein the container sidewall and edge is a molded one-piece
construction and the reinforcing element is intended to
strengthen the edge.
Subclass:
644
Embedded element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 643. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is encased within the
container material when it is molded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
645 for a molded container having an embedded reinforcing
element in the wall structure.
Subclass:
645
Molded container with embedded reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 639. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is encased within the
container material when it is molded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
644 for a molded container having an embedded reinforcing
element reinforcing the edge.
Subclass:
646
Externally attached sidewall reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 639. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is secured to the exterior of
the container to strengthen the sidewall.
(1) Note. Structure disclosed as "protecting" the sidewall
which also inherently reinforces the sidewall is classified
in this and indented subclasses.
Subclass:
647
Spaced element supports container (e.g., cradle, end frame,
etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 646. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element takes the form of a fixed
framework or cradle type structure spaced from the container
and attached to the container.
Subclass:
648
Circumferential band or belt:
This subclass is indented under subclass 646. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element takes the form of at least
one, separate strap-like member encircling the exterior of
the sidewall(s).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
732 for receptacle sidewall cushioning means.
Subclass:
649
Handling ring or collar:
This subclass is indented under subclass 648. Receptacle
wherein at least one band or belt includes means intended to
permit the container to be manipulated or moved through
engagement of the band or belt.
Subclass:
650
Longitudinal element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 646. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element extends in an axial direction
along the sidewall.
Subclass:
651
Internally attached reinforcing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 639. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is secured to the interior of
the container to strengthen the container.
Subclass:
652
Extending between adjacent walls:
This subclass is indented under subclass 651. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is secured to and connects
two or more contiguous walls of the container.
(1) Note. The reinforcing element can extend between
adjacent sidewalls or a sidewall and adjacent end wall.
Subclass:
653
Attached to and extending between opposite walls across the
container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 651. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is secured to and connects
two walls which are facing one another.
(1) Note. The reinforcing element can extend between two
sidewalls or between two end walls.
Subclass:
654
Circumferential:
This subclass is indented under subclass 651. Receptacle
wherein the reinforcing element is secured to and extends
around the interior of the sidewalls of the container.
Subclass:
655
OPEN END EDGE CUSHIONING MEANS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including shock absorbing material attached
adjacent an open end edge of the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
632 for container support structure having similar
cushioning material attached thereto.
732 for receptacle sidewall cushioning means.
Subclass:
656
ONE-PIECE, REINFORCED OPEN END EDGE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle wherein an open end edge is integrally
strengthened (i.e., does not include a separate reinforcing
element).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
640 for a receptacle having an open end edge which is
reinforced by a separate reinforcing element.
Subclass:
657
Flange:
This subclass is indented under subclass 656. Receptacle
wherein the top portion of the edge is bent at an angle in
the form of a lip.
Subclass:
658
Bead:
This subclass is indented under subclass 656. Receptacle
wherein the top portion of the edge is rolled in the form of
a curled rim.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
641 for a receptacle having an open end edge folded around a
separate reinforcing element.
Subclass:
659
Molded:
This subclass is indented under subclass 656. Receptacle
wherein the reinforced open end edge is molded as a single
unitary member.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
643 for a molded container having a separate edge
reinforcing element.
Subclass:
660
SIDEWALL STRUCTURE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle wherein structure constituting the main or
sidewall(s) of a receptacle is claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
62.11 for a sidewall structure which is a multilayer barrier
structure (i.e., coextensive plural plies, laminas, layers or
strata).
62.19 for sidewall structure that is made or reinforced by
wrapping a filament in abutting or close overlapping
relationship with itself.
600 for end wall structure.
Subclass:
661
Having an outlet or inlet opening (e.g., bunghole, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall is formed with a hole, normally intended
to be used in filling or emptying the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
600 for end wall structure having an outlet or inlet
opening.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
141, Fluent Material Handling, With Receiver or Receiver
Coacting Means, various subclasses, particularly 297+ for a
container having a funnel.
222, Dispensing, various subclasses, particularly 566+ for a
nozzle, spout or pouring device.
Subclass:
662
Transparent wall or portion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein at least a portion of a sidewall transmits light
without appreciable scattering so that objects are visible
therethrough.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
377 for a removable closure having a transparent area.
602 for end wall structure having a transparent area.
Subclass:
663
Sight glass:
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receptacle
wherein the transparent wall portion is in the form of a
viewing port.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
73, Measuring and Testing, 426 for a sight glass having
measuring indicia.
116, Signals and Indicators, subclass 276 for a sight glass
in a fluid flow indicator.
215, Bottles and Jars, 365 for a glass receptacle having a
contents indicating wall portion.
222, Dispensing, 154 for a dispensing container having
transparent wall portions.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, subclass 194
for an implement having a transparent portion through which
the material supply can be viewed.
Subclass:
664
Instrument casing (e.g., for a meter, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receptacle
wherein the transparent area is in the form of a housing for
an electrical or mechanical measuring device.
(1) Note. The transparent area may be a portion of a wall,
one or more walls, or the entire housing.
Subclass:
665
Two or more walls:
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receptacle
wherein more than one wall has a transparent area.
Subclass:
666
Collapsible wall feature:
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the wall structure includes means (e.g., fold lines,
corrugations, etc.) which permit the receptacle to assume a
configuration of reduced dimension or to be compressed into
compact form when empty.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
6 for a knockdown receptacle wherein the walls are hinged so
as to be folded into and out of a nonuse configuration.
907 for a Cross-Reference Art Collection of beverage cans
having collapsible wall structure.
Subclass:
667
Wall permanently deformed when collapsed:
This subclass is indented under subclass 666. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall structure remains distorted when
crushed.
(1) Note. A receptacle herein is normally a beverage can
intended to be compacted for disposal purposes.
Subclass:
668
Skeleton framework:
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the container has a rigid, open work frame, intended
to have attached thereto one or more wall panels.
Subclass:
669
Contoured sidewall (e.g., curved, corrugated, ribbed,
variable thickness, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall has a nonplanar configuration.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
608 for contoured end wall structure in a one-piece
container.
623 for contoured end wall structure in a container which is
not of one-piece construction.
Subclass:
670
Corrugated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 669. Receptacle
wherein the contour is in the form of alternating grooves and
ridges.
Subclass:
671
Axially extending only:
This subclass is indented under subclass 670. Receptacle
wherein the corrugations extend only in the direction of the
longitudinal axis of the container.
Subclass:
672
Circumferentially extending only:
This subclass is indented under subclass 670. Receptacle
wherein the corrugations extend only around the container.
Subclass:
673
Circumferentially and axially extending:
This subclass is indented under subclass 670. Receptacle
wherein some corrugations extend axially and others extend
circumferentially of the container, essentially at right
angles to each other.
Subclass:
674
Embossed:
This subclass is indented under subclass 669. Receptacle
wherein the contour is in the form of a raised or relief
design or shape.
Subclass:
675
Molded container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 669. Receptacle
wherein the container sidewall and corrugations is a molded
one-piece construction.
Subclass:
676
Apertured sidewall (e.g., hole, slot, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall has one or more openings which are not
access openings.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
485 for openwork containers made of wire.
Subclass:
677
Sidewall seam or joint:
This subclass is indented under subclass 660. Receptacle
wherein the structure connecting portions of the sidewall
together is claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
610 for similar seams or joints between the sidewall and end
wall.
Subclass:
678
Adhered (e.g., welded, cemented, soldered, bonded, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 678. Receptacle
wherein the joint is secured by welding, cementing,
soldering, bonding or the like.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
612 for adhered seams or joints between the sidewall and end
wall.
Subclass:
679
Butt welded joint:
This subclass is indented under subclass 678. Receptacle
wherein the joint is formed by uniting sidewall portions edge
to edge without overlapping.
Subclass:
680
Overlapped:
This subclass is indented under subclass 678. Receptacle
wherein the joint is formed by uniting sidewall portions with
their edges overlapped.
Subclass:
681
Including packing element (e.g., gasket):
This subclass is indented under subclass 677. Receptacle
including a gasket or packing means received in the joint,
usually intended to seal the joint.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
614 for an end wall joint having a packing element.
Subclass:
682
Interlocked joint:
This subclass is indented under subclass 677. Receptacle
wherein the edge portions of the sidewall are connected
together to form a mechanical securement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
612 for an end wall joint or seam which is both interlocked
and adhered.
615 for an end wall joint having interlocking structure.
622 for a joint or seam having a mechanical fastener passing
therethrough.
681 for a sidewall joint having a packing element.
678 for a sidewall joint or seam which is both interlocked
and adhered.
Subclass:
683
Separate strip-like element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 682. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall edge portions are joined by the use of
an independent, distinct, narrow piece of material.
Subclass:
684
Slide connector (e.g., "C" shaped rigid strip):
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Receptacle
wherein the sidewall edges have flange-like portions which
are engaged by inwardly bent edges of a separate, strip-like,
relatively rigid connector.
(1) Note. The joint is normally assembled by sliding the
connector along the sidewall edges.
Subclass:
685
H-shaped connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Receptacle
wherein the separate strip is in the form of an "H", and the
edge portions of the wall sections are received within the
legs of the "H".
Subclass:
686
Exterior circumferential clamping band:
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Receptacle
wherein the strip is a belt-like member which girds the
container and is provided with means for tightening the
belt.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
319 for a ring securing or retaining a closure in its closed
position on a container.
Subclass:
687
With interior circumferential backup band:
Receptacle under 686 wherein the joint is provided with an
additional relatively stiff belt-like member inside the
container substantially coextensive with the outer clamping
belt, with the edges of the sidewall portions captured
therebetween.
Subclass:
688
Exterior strip and interior strip secured together by
transverse connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Receptacle
wherein a strip is provided on the outside of a sidewall
joint and an additional strip is provided on the inside of
the joint substantially coextensive with the outer strip, and
the strips are connected by a means which extends
transversely between the strips thereby clamping the edge
portions of the sidewall between the strips.
Subclass:
689
Joint bent or rolled:
This subclass is indented under subclass 682. Receptacle
wherein the edge portions of the sidewall have flanges which
are folded or curled together.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
619 and 620, for a similar bent or rolled joint between a
sidewall and end wall.
Subclass:
690
Including tab on one edge which passes through slot on other
edge and is bent:
This subclass is indented under subclass 682. Receptacle
wherein one edge portion is provided with at least one
projection which extends through an opening in the other edge
portion and is folded or deformed.
Subclass:
691
Snap-type (i.e., secured by resilient distortion):
This subclass is indented under subclass 682. Receptacle
wherein one edge portion has a projection-like member and the
other edge portion has a receiver into which the
projection-like member is secured by resilient distortion.
Subclass:
692
Joint includes separate fastener (e.g., rivet, bolt, screw,
etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 677. Receptacle
wherein the joint is secured by a separate mechanical
fastening means which extends into the joint.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
622 for similar structure in an end wall seam or joint.
Subclass:
693
Removable fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 692. Receptacle
wherein the fastener is designed to be taken out, normally
for disassembly of the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.01 for a sectional container.
Subclass:
694
CONTAINER ATTACHMENT OR ADJUNCT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Miscellaneous attachment in the form of an additional or a
supplemental device to be secured to or in combination with a
container.
(1) Note. An attachment to a container normally will
require modification of the container. However, an
attachment specifically provided for will be classified in
the pertinent subclass even though the container is not
specifically modified to receive the attachment.
(2) Note. An attachment-like structure which is unitary or
one piece with a container for which there is no other
classification will be classified here.
(3) Note. Means for fastening an article to a container
which is not specifically classified elsewhere will be
classified here.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.03 for a sidewall extension.
17.1 for a leg or lap supported container.
23.2 for a receptacle set or an arrangement of plural
containers.
86.1 for a filling member.
94.1 for a handle.
500 for an element forming compartments.
639 for a separate reinforcing element.
Subclass:
694.1
External covering for a hot water heater or boiler:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
comprising an element which is to be applied to substantially
the entire outside surface of a hot water heater or boiler.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
567.3 for a stationary tank for a hot water heater or
boiler, and
592.24 for a thermally insulated receptacle wherein the
insulation forms a removable outer jacket.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
122, Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, for a closed or
pressurized liquid heater or vaporizer, subclass 19.2 for a
stand boiler (e.g., water heater, etc.) that provides hot
water for domestic or household use (e.g., cooking, cleaning,
washing, bathing, space heating, etc.) that may be in other
than a house or home (e.g., apartment building, office
building, restaurant, laundry, recreational vehicle, etc.)
and a casing for the stand boiler or an external tank
therefor.
Subclass:
695
Includes edge for removing excess material (i.e., scraper):
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has an edge intended to wipe surplus
material from a brush, spoon, tool, or similar implement when
scrapped across the edge.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, 57.05 for a
material supply containing means, or attachment or accessory
thereof, so constructed as to facilitate "loading" a coating
implement with a desired amount of coating material. The
shaping of the coating implement by a device having a
plurality of scraping edges is also included in subclasses
257.05+.
248, Supports, 110 for a brush support, per se.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, 121 for a
supply container combined with a separable applicator and
including means, other than a sidewall of the supply
container, for removing surplus material from the
applicator.
Subclass:
696
With handle structure for lifting container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 695. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has a portion that is intended to be
grasped by a hand to carry the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 110.1 for miscellaneous
handles.
Subclass:
697
With tool or brush holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 695. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has structure for supporting a tool,
brush, spoon, or similar article.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
94.1 for a handle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, 60.1 for a similar support not
specifically for a receptacle.
248, Supports, 110 for a support for a brush or broom.
Subclass:
698
Annular scraping edge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 695. Subject matter
wherein the edge for removing excess material has a circular
shape.
Subclass:
699
With specific mounting structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 695. Subject matter
including structure for fastening the attachment to the
receptacle.
Subclass:
700
Rim mounted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 699. Subject matter
wherein the receptacle has an opening surrounded by a lip or
flange and the attachment mounting structure is intended to
overlap the lip or flange.
Subclass:
701
Mounting structure coacts with rim groove:
This subclass is indented under subclass 700. Subject matter
wherein the attachment mounting structure includes a
projection which is intended to be received in a channel in
the rim of the receptacle.
Subclass:
702
Internally mounted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 699. Subject matter
wherein the mounting structure is intended to contact only an
inside wall of the receptacle.
Subclass:
703
Drinking device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment includes structure intended to aid in
the consumption of liquid contents of the receptacle.
Subclass:
704
Mustache guard:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the drinking device has structure intended to prevent
the mustache of a user from coming into contact with the
liquid.
Subclass:
705
With straw or sucking tube:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the drinking device includes a tubular element which
is intended to be used to suck liquid from the receptacle.
Subclass:
706
Internal straw includes float means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 705. Subject matter
wherein the straw is located inside the receptacle and is
provided with a buoyant means to assist in elevating the
straw to a drinking position.
Subclass:
707
Internal straw attached to movable closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 705. Subject matter
wherein the receptacle includes a closure intended to be
moved to gain access to the receptacle, and the straw is
located inside the receptacle and is attached to the
closure.
Subclass:
708
Straw stored within closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 705. Subject matter
wherein the receptacle includes a closure having an area for
receiving the straw prior to its being used.
Subclass:
709
Straw extends through removable closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 705. Subject matter
wherein the receptacle includes a removable cover having an
opening through which the straw passes.
(1) Note. The straw and closure can be one-piece.
Subclass:
710
Attached to or within sidewall of container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 705. Subject matter
wherein the straw or tube is connected to or constitutes a
portion of a sidewall of the receptacle.
Subclass:
710.5
With handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the attachment is an element which is to be grasped
by a human hand for the purpose of manipulating the drinking
device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
752 for a handle usable with other types of containers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 396 for a bottle or jar having a
handle.
Subclass:
711
Removable closure having specific drinking means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the drinking device is a removable cover having means
for the passage of the liquid therethrough.
(1) Note. This is the residual locus for closures for baby
training cups.
(2) Note. This is the residual locus for disposable lids
having a tear-out drinking portion.
Subclass:
712
With tear-out portion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 711. Subject matter
wherein the removable closure includes structure intended to
be removed to form the means for passage of the liquid.
Subclass:
713
Having aperture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 711. Subject matter
wherein the means for the passage of the liquid comprises an
opening in the removable closure.
Subclass:
714
With valve means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 711. Subject matter
wherein the passage of liquid is controlled by a mechanical
regulating device.
Subclass:
715
Finger operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 714. Subject matter
wherein the mechanical regulating device is controlled
manually by a finger.
Subclass:
716
Sanitary lip guard:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the drinking device has structure intended to prevent
contact between a wall of the receptacle and the lips of the
user.
Subclass:
717
With outwardly extending mouthpiece:
This subclass is indented under subclass 716. Subject matter
wherein the sanitary lip guard has a protruding portion which
is intended to come in contact with the user's lips or
mouth.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, subclass 570 for a rim mounted nozzle,
spout, or pouring device.
Subclass:
718
Annular:
This subclass is indented under subclass 716. Subject matter
wherein the sanitary lip guard has a circular shape.
Subclass:
719
Internal anti-splash or anti-spill device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 703. Subject matter
wherein the drinking device is intended to be mounted within
the receptacle and has means for inhibiting liquid from
splashing or spilling from the receptacle.
Subclass:
720
Expanding or contracting portion or component:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment can be located either within or
outside the receptacle, or form a section of the receptacle
or receptacle wall, and has structure which is changeable in
shape or size to permit either an increase or decrease in
volume of either a portion of the attachment or a portion of
the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
530 for a flexible partition that changes the volume of a
receptacle compartment.
Subclass:
721
Pressure or temperature compensating:
This subclass is indented under subclass 720. Subject matter
wherein the attachment structure varies in response to a
change of pressure or temperature of the receptacle or
contents.
Subclass:
722
In holder separate from container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 721. Subject matter
wherein the variable structure is within or a portion of an
enclosure distinct from the receptacle.
Subclass:
723
Internal bladder-like bag for contents:
This subclass is indented under subclass 720. Subject matter
wherein the variable structure is a flexible sack or pouch
located within the receptacle for holding contents.
Subclass:
724
Valve protector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has structure which is intended to
prevent a valve attached to the receptacle from being
damaged.
Subclass:
725
With provision for locking device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 724. Subject matter
wherein the valve protector is provided with means for
receiving a locking device to prevent unauthorized access to
the valve.
Subclass:
726
Rotatably mounted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 724. Subject matter
wherein the valve protector includes structure which provides
a revolving connection to the receptacle.
Subclass:
727
Removably attached by rotary motion (e.g., screw, bayonet,
etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 724. Subject matter
wherein the valve protector includes structure for detachably
connecting the valve protector to the receptacle by a
twisting motion.
Subclass:
728
Pivotable portion permits access to valve:
This subclass is indented under subclass 724. Subject matter
wherein the valve protector includes a portion connected by a
hinge-like element which provides for access to a valve.
Subclass:
729
End wall attachment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment is configured to extend primarily over
at least a portion of a receptacle end wall.
Subclass:
730
Protective guard (e.g., animal deterrent):
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has structure intended to prevent an
animal from tampering with the receptacle.
Subclass:
731
Splatter shield or deflector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has structure which is intended to
partially cover an opening of the receptacle to prevent
contents from splashing.
Subclass:
732
Sidewall cushioning means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment is configured to reduce shocks to a
receptacle sidewall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
632 for receptacle end wall cushioning means.
648 for receptacle sidewall reinforcing means.
655 for receptacle open end edge cushioning means.
Subclass:
733
Annular groove guard (e.g., paint can shield):
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment includes an annular member intended to
cover the annular channel in the rim of a receptacle to
exclude foreign matter.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
701 for similar structure in configuration with a scrapper
element.
Subclass:
734
Loose fill anti-slosh means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
including a plurality of separate elements intended to be
placed in a receptacle which functions as a baffle means to
deflect, dampen, or regulate the surge or flow of a fluid
within the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
88.1 for similar structure which is designed to prevent
explosion or fire.
Subclass:
735
With tool or implement holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment has structure for supporting a tool or
implement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
94 for similar structure combined with a handle means.
697 for similar structure combined with a scraper element.
Subclass:
736
Brush:
This subclass is indented under subclass 735. Subject matter
wherein the tool is a brush.
Subclass:
737
Container holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
including structure intended to receive and support a
receptacle.
(1) Note. These attachments normally remain with the
receptacle during use. The receptacle is normally discarded
after use and the holder reused.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 386 for an attachment to a bottle or
jar.
222, Dispensing, various subclasses for a holder combined
with dispensing means.
248, Supports, 359 for an article carrier.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, 137 for an
article carrier gripped and carried by a hand.
Subclass:
738
Disposable cup holder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 737. Subject matter
wherein the holder is intended to receive and support a
plastic or paper cup which is discarded after use.
Subclass:
739
Insulated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 737. Subject matter
wherein at least a portion of the receptacle holder is made
of a low heat conducting material.
Subclass:
740
Holder has lid for closing container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 737. Subject matter
wherein the holder includes structure which functions as a
closure for a receptacle in the holder.
Subclass:
741
Spaced upper and lower elements connected by a handle
structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 737. Subject matter
wherein the receiving holder has a base means intended to
engage a receptacle bottom, a top means separated from the
base means intended to engage an upper portion of a
receptacle, and an element connecting the base means and top
means which functions as a handle.
Subclass:
742
Upper element secures container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 741. Subject matter
wherein the upper element of the holder includes means to
clamp or affix the receptacle in the holder.
Subclass:
743
Wire:
This subclass is indented under subclass 737. Subject matter
wherein the receiving structure of the holder is an
arrangement of wires, open work, or other analogous
structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
485 for a receptacle made of wire.
Subclass:
744
Removable support for displaced closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment is a removable support element which
is attachable to a receptacle wall and which holds a
receptacle cover when the cover is disassociated from its
closing position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
379 for a similar structure permanently secured to a closure
or a receptacle adjacent the closure opening.
Subclass:
745
Container vent means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the attachment includes structure which provides a
ventilating passageway for the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
366.1 for a vent structure between the receptacle body and a
closure.
367.1 for a similar vent structure in a closure.
Subclass:
746
Automotive type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 745. Subject matter
wherein the ventilating passageway is associated with a
supply container (e.g., gas tank, radiator, etc.) for an
internal combustion operated vehicle.
Subclass:
747
Tortuous path:
This subclass is indented under subclass 745. Subject matter
wherein the passageway is in the form of a tortuous or
serpentine passage.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
374 for a tortuous vent in a closure.
Subclass:
748
Liquid trap:
This subclass is indented under subclass 747. Subject matter
wherein the tortuous passage includes a body of liquid
material through which vapors must pass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
228 for a similar liquid trap between the receptacle body
and a closure.
Subclass:
749
Vapor reservoir:
This subclass is indented under subclass 745. Subject matter
including means for collecting and storing any vapors emitted
from the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
722 for a holder separate from the receptacle for similar
subject matter having an expanding or contracting portion or
component.
Subclass:
750
For multiple containers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 749. Subject matter
wherein the reservoir is connected to and serves more than a
single receptacle.
Subclass:
751
Container hanging means (i.e., for hanging from an inanimate
supporting device):
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the device is a means for suspending a container from
an inanimate object.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
47, Plant Husbandry, subclass 67 for a hanging support for a
plant receptacle.
206, Special Receptacle or Package, subclass 806 for a
cross-reference art collection of suspending means.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 117.09 for a
paperboard box having a lifting or suspending element.
248, Supports, subclass 317 for a suspended support intended
use with a receptacle or bowl.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, appropriate
subclasses for a hoistable receptacle.
383, Flexible Bags, 22 for a flexible bag having a hanging
element.
Subclass:
752
Handle, handle component, or handle adjunct:
This subclass is indented under subclass 694. Subject matter
wherein the device comprises (1) an element or a plurality of
interrelated elements which form a construction which is
attached or is intended to be attached, to a container for
the purpose of manipulating the container, (2) a
subcombination of such a construction, or (3) an accessory
which cooperates with the construction while it is attached
to the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
212.5 for a closure combined with a handle.
269 and 270+, for a closure having a frangible member or
portion and a gripping means for use in tearing open the
closure.
317 for a handle which secures a closure while pouring.
318 for a handle-attached closure securing means.
322 for a bail handle which acts as a closure securing
means.
330 for a closure mounted for compound movement about a
container bail.
696 for a container combined with a scraper and a handle.
710.5 for a handle for a drinking device.
741 for a container holder having a handle.
751 for a hanging means for a container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 110.1 for a handle not
classified elsewhere, Digs.12 and 19 for art collections of
handles, Dig.28 for a mattress handle, and Digs.24 and 25 for
a handle fastening means.
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Covers, 107 for a
handle for a purse or handbag.
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclass 39 for a
handle for a trunk, and subclasses 115+ for an item of
luggage in combination with a handle.
215, Bottles and Jars, 396 for a bottle or jar having a
handle.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 125 for a wooden basket
having a handle.
222, Dispensing, 210, 323+, 441, and 465.1+ for a dispensing
container with a handle.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, 117.09 for a
lifting or suspending element for a paperboard box, subclass
68.2 for an envelope with a carrying handle, and subclass 914
for an cross-reference art collection of basket-type
paperboard boxes with a handle.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, 27.1 for a
detachable receptacle lifter.
383, Flexible Bags, 6 for a flexible bag with a handle.
429, Chemistry: Electrical Current Producing Apparatus,
Product, and Process, subclass 187 for battery having a
handle.
Subclass:
753
Insulated handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle and means for preventing it from becoming
too hot to hold.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
912 for a cross-reference art collection of cookware.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 431 for an insulted handle of a
general nature.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 46
for an electrically insulated handle.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, subclass 3 for
a coating implement with material supply having a
heat-insulated handle or hand grip portion.
Subclass:
754
Flexible handle (e.g., rope, cord, chain, web, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
comprising a handle that is pliant or yielding.
Subclass:
755
Specified gripping structure (i.e., the handle portion that
is contacted by the hand):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle having a grasping area which has
particular defined characteristics.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, Dig.12 for a handgrip and Dig.19
for a cast or molded handle.
Subclass:
756
Handle having secondary function (e.g., as a support):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle which is specifically configured to
perform a function in addition to hand manipulation of a
container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
317 for a container having a handle that fastens the closure
during pouring.
318 for other handle-attached closure securing means.
330 for a closure mounted for compound movement about a
container carrying bail.
696 for a container combined with a scraper and a handle.
735 for a handle which holds a tool or an implement.
Subclass:
757
Handle having variable size or configuration (i.e., handle
has relatively movable components):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle having two or more elements which are
movable relative to one another to change the dimensions or
shape of the handle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
762 for means to retain a movable handle in at least one
fixed position.
Subclass:
758
Handle or handle attaching means for encircling a container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle or a handle securing means which extends
substantially completely around the circumference of a
container when the handle is secured to the container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
741 for a container holder having spaced upper and lower
elements connected by a handle structure.
Subclass:
759
Means for detachably securing a handle to a container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including means which facilitate removing a handle from a
container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 422 for a detachable handle not
classified elsewhere.
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclass 116 for a
detachable handle for an item of hand luggage.
222, Dispensing, subclass 467 for a dispenser having plural
detachable handles.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.19 for a detachable handle for a paperboard box.
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 13 for a detachable handle for
a flexible bag.
429, Chemistry: Electrical Current Producing Apparatus,
Product, and Process, subclass 187 for a detachable battery
handle.
Subclass:
760
Bail handle (i.e., inverted U-shaped handle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 759. Subject matter
including a removable handle having the shape of an inverted
U with the opposite ends of the handle removably attachable
to a container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
773 for a nonremovable bail handle.
Subclass:
761
Container having a handle and a handle storage recess:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a container having a handle and a depressed area
for receiving the handle when it is not in use.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.22 for a paperboard box having a provision for
positioning a handle in a nonuse location.
Subclass:
762
Means for retaining a movable handle in at least one fixed
position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a container in combination with a handle wherein
the handle can assume different orientations with respect to
the container and further including structure which will
positively maintain the handle in at least one orientation.
(1) Note. A handle which stays in a position solely by the
force of gravity is not proper for this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
757 for a handle having an adjustable size or
configuration.
765 for means intended to limit the range of the swinging
movement of a pivoted handle.
Subclass:
763
Nonuse position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 762. Subject matter
wherein the retaining means will maintain the handle in an
orientation from which it must be moved in order to use it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
761 for a container having a handle and a handle storage
recess.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.22 for a cardboard box having a handle and a provision
for positioning the handle in a nonuse location.
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 14 for a flexible bag having a
handle and which makes provision for positioning the handle
in a nonuse location.
Subclass:
764
Including means for retaining the handle in at least two
fixed positions:
This subclass is indented under subclass 762. Subject matter
wherein structure is provided which will positively maintain
the handle in at least two given orientations with respect to
a container.
Subclass:
765
Means for limiting the range of swinging movement of a
pivotable handle (e.g., a stop to prevent contact of a
bail-type handle with a container wall):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including structure which prevents a movable handle from
moving to a position which would otherwise be within its
range of movement
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
760 for a detachable bail handle.
762 for means other than gravity for retaining a movable
handle in at least one fixed position.
773 for a nonremovable bail handle.
Subclass:
766
Swinging handle which doesn't straddle container mouth during
use (or means for attaching said handle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a pivoting handle or means for pivotally attaching
a handle to a container such that all points of connection
between the handle and the container are on the same side of
the access opening.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
760 for a detachable bail handle.
762 for means to retain a movable handle in at least one
fixed position.
765 for means intended to limit the range of swinging
movement of a pivoted handle.
773 for a nonremovable, and generally pivotally attached
bail handle, which straddles the container mouth during use.
Subclass:
767
Handle or handle attaching means secured within a container
seam:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a container having a joint which secures together
two or more parts of the container and which also secures a
handle or handle attaching means to the container.
Subclass:
768
Handle or handle attaching means attached to a container top
wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
wherein a handle is secured to the upper-most wall of a
container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
212.5 for a handle secured to a closure.
Subclass:
769
Handle or handle attaching means attached to the top edge of
a container sidewall (e.g., rim, bead, flange, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle or handle attaching means attached to the
upper border of a container sidewall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
768 for a handle or handle attaching means attached to a
container top wall.
Subclass:
770
Handle extends through an aperture, or into a recess, in
container material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle which extends through an opening or into a
depression in the container material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
761 for a container with a handle storage recess.
Subclass:
771
Handle is of one-piece construction with a container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a handle which is part of the same piece of
material as the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, subclass 398 for a similar handle
structure in a bottle or jar.
Subclass:
772
Plural handles or means for attaching plural handles to a
container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including at least two handles or structure for securing at
least two handles to a container.
Subclass:
773
Bail handle (i.e., inverted U-shaped handle) which straddles
container mouth during use (or means for receiving a bail
handle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 752. Subject matter
including a generally semi-circular-shaped handle which
extends across the container mouth when in use, or means for
receiving said handle.
(1) Note. The bail handle receiving means are intended to
be attached to the container, but are generally more complex
than the attaching means in preceding subclasses.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
760 for a detachable bail handle.
Subclass:
774
Handle receiving means extends above the container rim:
This subclass is indented under subclass 773. Subject matter
wherein the receiving means extends above the top edge of the
container.
Subclass:
775
Handle receiving means, which is not of one-piece
construction with the container, extends through an aperture
or into a recess in the container material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 773. Subject matter
wherein the receiving means extends through an opening in the
container material or into a depression in the container
material and is a separate element or plurality of elements
that have been attached to the container.
Subclass:
776
Handle receiving means, which is not of one piece
construction with the container, includes an aperture for
receiving a handle end:
This subclass is indented under subclass 773. Subject matter
wherein the receiving means includes an opening in it for
accepting an end of the handle and is a separate element or
plurality of elements that have been attached to the
container.
Subclass:
780
Removable closure situated by resilient distortion and
retained by preformed configuration (e.g., detent):
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Subject matter
wherein the closure or closure support is provided with
structure designed to induce a deformation of the closure or
the closure support during their mating cooperation, the
return of the deformed portion to its normal position serves
to cause an interlock between the closure and the closure
support, thus preventing their casual separation.
(1) Note. The closure support may be the container end wall
or sidewall or it may be a retaining ring attached to the end
wall or sidewall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.01 for a sectional container including similar retaining
structure.
254 for a secondary closure within the parameter of primary
closure one of which includes similar retaining structure.
796 for a removable closure retained by friction.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
138, Pipes and Tubular Conduits, 96 for a closure including
similar retaining structure limited for use with a pipe.
222, Dispensing, appropriate subclasses for a closure
including similar retaining structure and including a
dispensing feature.
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, 37.1 for a wheel cover
including similar retaining structure.
Subclass:
781
Having structure to stack or nest when not in use:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes a particular configuration to
engage a mating configuration on another superimposable
closure to enhance the stability of such closures when placed
one upon the other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
380 for a closure not retained by resilient distortion of a
preformed configuration having stacking or nesting
structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
206, Special Receptacle or Package, subclass 508 for a
closure including structure specified for stacking a
container on the closure.
Subclass:
782
Closure reinforced:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes structure intended to strengthen
it.
Subclass:
783
Closure interlocked by upward opening trough at passage
mouth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure is intended to be retained by a preformed
configuration in an upwardly open channel surrounding the
access opening of a container.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
797 for a removable closure received by an upwardly open
channel and retained by friction (e.g., a paint can lid
retained by friction).
Subclass:
784
Noncontinuous interlock along perimeter of closure, closure
support juncture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the interlock formed by the preformed configuration
does not extend around the entire length of the closure,
closure support intersection.
Subclass:
785
Vented at interlock:
This subclass is indented under subclass 784. Subject matter
wherein a ventilating passage is located intermediate the
closure and the closure support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
202.1 for a removable closure having a condition responsive
vent.
366.1 for a closure not retained by resilient distortion of
a preformed configuration and having vent means at the
closure, closure support juncture.
367.1 for a removable closure having vent means in the
closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 307 for a bottle or jar including a
vented closure.
Subclass:
786
Apertured interlock:
This subclass is indented under subclass 784. Subject matter
wherein the closure or closure support includes an opening in
the wall material intended to form part of the interlock.
Subclass:
787
Interlock internal to passage mouth (e.g., stopper type
closure):
This subclass is indented under subclass 784. Subject matter
wherein the interlock occurs between the closure and the
access opening inner wall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
789 for a similar closure including a continuous interlock
between the closure and a passage mouth inner wall.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 355 for a bottle or jar including a
stopper type closure.
Subclass:
788
Both closure and closure support modified for noncontinuous
interlock:
This subclass is indented under subclass 784. Subject matter
wherein both the closure and closure support include
specified structure intended for a noncontinuous interlock.
Subclass:
789
Interlock internal to passage mouth (e.g., stopper type
closure):
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the interlock occurs between the closure and the
access opening inner wall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
787 for a similar closure including a noncontinuous
interlock between the closure and the passage mouth inner
wall.
DIG 19, for a digest of rubber plugs and caps.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 355 for a bottle or jar including a
stopper type closure.
Subclass:
790
Closure flange interlocks closure support outer wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 789. Subject matter
wherein the closure is intended to interlock the closure
support outer wall.
(1) Note. This subclass provides for a closure which
interlocks on both the internal and external walls of the
closure support.
Subclass:
791
Closure includes integral lifting tab:
This subclass is indented under subclass 789. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes a projection formed as onepiece
with the closure which is intended to aid in removing the
closure from the closure support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
212.5 for a closure combined with a handle.
269 and 270+, for a closure including a frangible member or
portion about a line of weakness and which includes a
gripping means.
Subclass:
792
Closure flange has noninterlocking contact internal to
passage mouth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure is intended to contact an inner portion
of the container access opening however does not interlock
with it.
(1) Note. This subclass provides for a closure which is
intended to interlock the closure support outer wall and
frictionally contact a container passage mouth wall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
790 for a closure which is intended to interlock on both the
internal and external wall of the closure support.
Subclass:
793
Closure includes integral lifting tab:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes a projection formed as onepiece
with the closure which is intended to aid in removing the
closure from the closure support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
212.5 for a closure combined with a handle.
269 and 270+, for a closure including a frangible member or
portion about a line of weakness and which includes a
gripping means.
Subclass:
794
Interlock surface on closure is bent or impressed:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the interlock region of the closure is formed by
nonelastic deformation of the closure.
Subclass:
795
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 780. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes means intended to act at the
closure, closure juncture to oppose the passage of material
or fluid therebetween.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
304 for a screw type closure with a gasket or packing.
310.1 for a crimped type closure with a gasket or packing.
344 for a hinged closure with gasket or packing.
378 for a removable closure with a gasket or packing not
provided elsewhere.
796 for a friction retained closure with a gasket or
packing.
Subclass:
796
Removable closure retained by friction:
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Subject matter
wherein the closure is intended to engage the closure support
with such close tolerance the inherent frictional resistance
to motion prevents their casual separation.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
780 for a removable closure situated by a resilient
distortion and retained by a preformed configuration.
Subclass:
797
Closure embraced by upwardly opening trough at passage
mouth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 796. Subject matter
wherein the closure is intended to be retained by an upwardly
open channel surrounding the passage mouth through frictional
wall contact.
(1) Note. This class provides a home for the structure
found in a common commercial house-paint can including a
frictional lid.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
783 for a removable closure received by an upwardly open
channel and retained by a preformed configuration.
Subclass:
798
And includes juncture internal of passage mouth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 797. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes an additional friction contact
surface between the closure and closure support inner wall.
Subclass:
799
Noncontinuous overlap along perimeter of closure, closure
support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 796. Subject matter
wherein the overlap of the closure and closure support does
not extend around the entire length of the closure, closure
support intersection.
Subclass:
800
Juncture internal of passage mouth (e.g., stopper type
closure):
This subclass is indented under subclass 799. Subject matter
wherein the frictional resistance occurs between the closure
and closure support inner wall.
Subclass:
801
Juncture internal of passage mouth (e.g., stopper type
closure):
This subclass is indented under subclass 796. Subject matter
wherein the frictional resistance occurs between the closure
and closure support inner wall.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
215, Bottles and Jars, 355 for a bottle or jar including a
stopper type closure.
Subclass:
802
And includes closure flange embracing closure support outer
wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 801. Subject matter
wherein frictional resistance occurs between the closure and
the closure support outer wall.
(1) Note. This subclass provides for a closure which is
intended to include frictional resistance on both the
internal and external walls of the closure support.
Subclass:
803
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 802. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes means acting at the closure,
closure juncture intended to oppose the passage of material
or fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
804
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 801. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes means acting at the closure,
closure juncture intended to oppose the passage of material
or fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
805
Closure includes integral lifting tab:
This subclass is indented under subclass 796. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes a projection formed as onepiece
with the closure which is intended to aid in removing the
closure from the closure support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
212.5 for a closure combined with a handle; subclasses 269
and 270+ for a closure including a frangible member or
portion about a line of weakness and which includes a
gripping means.
Subclass:
806
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 796. Subject matter
wherein the closure includes means acting at the closure,
closure juncture intended to oppose the passage of material
or fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
810
Pivotable, (e.g., hinged):
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
wherein the closure is attached to the receptacle by a
connection (e.g., hinge) that allows opening or closing of
the closure by a swinging movement.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 221 for a hinge capable of
application to a receptacle.
222, Dispensing, particularly 556 for a dispenser including
a pivotable closure.
Subclass:
811
Pivotable and slidable:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device in
which the connection allows the closure to both swing and
move along a line relative to the receptacle.
Subclass:
812
Slidable along parallel guides (e.g. slots or rails):
This subclass is indented under subclass 811. Device in
which the sliding movement occurs along laterally disposed
constraining means extending in the same direction.
Subclass:
813
Slidable axially then pivotable to open position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 812. Device in
which the closure first slides in the direction of the
receptacle axis, and then swings to an orientation such that
the receptacle contents are accessible.
Subclass:
814
Closure mounted on container carrying bail:
This subclass is indented under subclass 813. Device
wherein the closure is mounted relative to a container having
a handle having the shape of an inverted U with the opposite
ends of the handle attached to the container, and said bail
being utilized as the mounting means.
Subclass:
815
Each guide comprises a nonlinear slot or channel:
This subclass is indented under subclass 812. Device in
which each guide defines a path which curves or bends and
which comprises either (a) an elongated opening or (b) a
groove.
Subclass:
816
Pivotable about axis at right angle to plane of closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 811. Device
wherein the closure is swingable about a pivot line so that
the closure moves parallel to the plane formed by the opening
in the receptacle.
Subclass:
817
About multiple axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the closure is swingable about a plurality of pivot
lines.
Subclass:
818
Multiple plane swing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 817. Device
wherein the axes are in two or more planes.
Subclass:
819
Plural connected pivotable closure sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 817. Device
wherein the closure comprises multiple closure portions which
are swingably attached to each other.
Subclass:
820
About axis at right angle to plane of closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the closure is swingable about a pivot line so that
the closure moves parallel to the plane formed by the opening
in the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
816 for a closure which is pivotable at right angle to plane
of closure and is also slidable relative to a receptacle
Subclass:
821
Pivotable about centrally located axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 820. Device
wherein the pivot line is at or near the center axis of the
receptacle.
Subclass:
822
Plural pivotable closure sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 820. Device
including multiple pivotable portions.
Subclass:
823
Biased:
This subclass is indented under subclass 820. Device
including means urging the closure to open or close.
Subclass:
824
Including means to limit pivoting movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 820. Device
including means intended to restrict the closure from
rotating 360 degrees.
Subclass:
825
Into container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the closure is intended to be swung into the body of
the receptacle.
Subclass:
826
Plural pivotable closure sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
comprising multiple hinged closure portions.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
818 for a closure comprising plural pivotable sections in
which the sections are connected.
822 for a closure pivotable about an axis at right angle to
plane of closure and including plural sections.
Subclass:
827
Biased by distinct member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
including an element which urges the closure in its opening
or closing movement and which is not integrally formed with
the receptacle or closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, 277 for a resiliently biased
hinge capable of application to any receptacle of
conventional form.
Subclass:
828
Counterweight:
This subclass is indented under subclass 827. Device
wherein the biasing member comprises a mass specifically
employed to maintain the closure in a desired orientation.
(1) Note. The counterweight usually urges the closure
towards a closed position.
Subclass:
829
Leaf spring:
This subclass is indented under subclass 827. Device
wherein the biasing member comprises a plate or bar and which
exhibits resilient characteristics when a portion is
deflected transversely of the length of the element.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
267, Spring Devices, for a leaf spring, per se.
Subclass:
830
Coil spring:
This subclass is indented under subclass 827. Device
wherein the biasing member is in the form of a spiral and
exhibits resilient characteristic when distorted from its
original shape.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
267, Spring Devices, for a coil spring, per se.
Subclass:
831
Including abutment or retaining means to hold closure in open
position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
including 1) means to support, or 2) means to maintain the
closure in a position other than closed relative to the
receptacle opening.
Subclass:
832
Closure fixedly retained in open position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 831. Device
wherein the closure is secured against movement while in its
open position.
Subclass:
833
Including integrally formed structure to retain closure in
closed position:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
including structure which is formed in one piece with the
receptacle or closure and which functions to maintain the
closure closed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
315 for a closure including a fastening device.
Subclass:
834
Closure situated by resilient distortion and retained by
preformed configuration (e.g., detent):
This subclass is indented under subclass 833. Device
wherein the retaining structure is a preformed configuration
designed to induce a distortion of the cover or passage mouth
during their mating cooperation, the return of the distorted
portion to normal position serves to cause an interlock
between the closure and passage mouth, preventing their
casual separation.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
780 for a closure which is completely removable from a
receptacle and includes a detent.
Subclass:
835
Noncontinuous interlock around perimeter of closure, closure
juncture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 834. Device
wherein the interlock formed by the preformed configuration
does not extent around the entire length of the juncture of
the closure, closure support intersection.
Subclass:
836
Hinge members formed integrally with closure and closure
support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein cooperating hinging members on the closure and
closure support are formed integrally with the closure and
closure support respectively.
(1) Note. While the cooperating hinge members must be formed
integrally with closure and closure support, they may be
secured together by a separately formed element (e.g., a
pintle pin).
Subclass:
837
Flexible hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 836. Device
wherein the hinging connection is constructed of flaccid or
flexible material allowing the closure to swing relative to
the closure support about said connecting material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.23 for a sectional receptacle including a flexible hinge.
847 for a flexible hinge which is not formed integrally with
the closure or closure support.
Subclass:
838
Particular biasing structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 837. Device
wherein significance is attributed to means urging the
closure in its opening or closing movement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
827 for a hinged closure combined with a separately formed
biasing member.
Subclass:
839
One piece container and closure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 837. Device
wherein the receptacle and closure are formed as a single
unitary structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4.23 for a sectional receptacle including a flexible hinge.
Subclass:
840
Hinge elements interlocked by elastic deformation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 836. Device
wherein mating hinge elements are readily snapped into an
interlocking relationship.
Subclass:
841
Hinge formed by overlapping reentrant flanges on closure and
closure support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 836. Device
wherein the closure hinges about an upwardly bent
continuation of the closure flange which interlocks with a
downwardly bent continuation of the body mouth.
Subclass:
842
Hinge element deformed in situ:
This subclass is indented under subclass 836. Device
wherein at least one of the hinging elements is deformed to
swingably cooperate with its mating element during the step
of interconnecting said elements.
Subclass:
843
Hinge elements joined by separate member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 836. Device
wherein the interconnection between mating hinge members is
completed by an additional separate member.
Subclass:
844
Pintle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 843. Device
wherein the separate member comprises a pin or bolt.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
848 for a separately formed hinge including a pintle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, appropriate subclasses for a
pintle hinge.
Subclass:
845
Separately formed hinge including particular mounting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the hinge is not integrally formed with the
receptacle or closure and particular significance is
attributed to the means for attaching the hinge to the
receptacle or closure.
Subclass:
846
Handle attached:
This subclass is indented under subclass 845. Device
wherein the hinge is mounted on an element which is attached
to the receptacle for the purpose of manipulating the
receptacle.
Subclass:
847
Separately formed flexible hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the hinge is not integrally formed with the
receptacle or closure support and is constructed of flaccid
or flexible material allowing the closure to swing relative
to the closure support about said connecting material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
837 for a flexible hinge formed integrally with a
receptacle.
Subclass:
848
Separately formed hinge members with pintle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
wherein the hinge is not integrally formed with the
receptacle or closure support and including a pin or bolt
connecting the hinge elements.
Subclass:
849
With gasket or packing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 810. Device
combined with means acting at the juncture of the closure and
the closure support or receptacle mouth to oppose the passage
of fluid therebetween.
Subclass:
890
MISCELLANEOUS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle not provided for elsewhere.
CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS
The following subclasses are collections of published
nonpatent disclosures, foreign patents and copies of U.S.
patents having original classifications elsewhere pertaining
to various aspects of the metallic receptacle art, which
aspects do not form appropriate bases for subclasses in the
foregoing classification (i.e., subclasses superior hereto in
the schedule). These subclasses especially assist a search
based on the use or special characteristic of the receptacle.
They may be of further assistance to the searcher either as
a starting point in searching this class or as an indication
of further related fields of search inside or outside this
class. Thus, there is provided a second access for retrieval
of a limited number of types of disclosures.
(1) Note. Disclosures are placed in these subclasses for
their value as references and as leads to appropriate main or
secondary fields of search without regard to their original
classification or their claimed subject matter.
(2) Note. The disclosures found in the following subclasses
are examples only of the indicated subject matter, and in no
instance do they represent the entire extent of the prior
art.
Subclass:
900
RUPTURE PROOF:
A container having wall structure designed to either prevent
tears in said wall structure or to seal or correct them.
Subclass:
901
LIQUIFIED GAS CONTENT (CRYOGENIC):
A container having wall structure designed to withstand
extreme temperature and/or pressure variations due to the
containment of a liquid that becomes a gas at atmospheric
temperatures and pressures.
Subclass:
902
Foam:
A container having at least one wall or layer made of an
expanded material.
Subclass:
903
INSULATING JACKET FOR BEVERAGE CONTAINER:
A holder or covering for a container which retards the
transfer of heat to or from the container and its liquid
contents.
Subclass:
904
PAIL OR BUCKET OF FLEXIBLE OR FLACCID MATERIAL (E.G., FABRIC,
RUBBER, ETC.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising a generally cylindrical container
made of a supple, usually waterproof material, and having an
access opening at the top and frequently provided with a
bail-type handle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
9.1 for a pail or bucket having flaccid walls supported on a
rigid framework.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, 566 for a pail or bucket having claimed
spout features.
383, Flexible Bags, subclass 121.1 for a pail or bucket
having flexible walls and a rigid bottom.
Subclass:
905
FLEXIBLE FUEL TANK FOR A VEHICLE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising a container made of flexible
material and intended to receive and hold fuel in a vehicle.
Subclass:
906
BEVERAGE CAN (I.E., BEER, SODA, ETC.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including a generally cylindrical sidewall which
is dimensioned to be hand-held, and intended to hold a liquid
for human consumption.
Subclass:
907
Collapsible:
This subclass is indented under subclass 906. Beverage
container wherein a wall, normally the cylindrical sidewall,
includes means (e.g., fold lines, corrugations, etc.) which
facilitate compaction.
Subclass:
908
TRASH CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle which is intended to receive a discarded item.
(1) Note. Included herein are examples of containers of
both small and extremely large size which may be properly
classified in this or other classes.
Subclass:
908.1
With liner:
This subclass is indented under subclass 908. Subject matter
including a layer of material which is located interiorly of
the trash container and serves as a substitute inner surface
for it.
Subclass:
908.2
Including deodorizer, animal repellent, or insecticide:
This subclass is indented under subclass 908.1. Subject
matter including one or more substances which (1) prevents,
destroys, or masks undesired odors; (2) wards off animals; or
(3) kills insects.
Subclass:
908.3
Including guiding means for directing trash into the
container (e.g., funnel):
This subclass is indented under subclass 908.1. Subject
matter including structure which directs the flow of trash
being thrown or dumped into the container.
Subclass:
909
Segregated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 908. Trash
container including means (e.g., compartments, bags, etc.)
within the container which permit discarded items of
different types to be separated from one another.
Subclass:
910
Table-top type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 908. Trash
container which is dimensioned and intended to be placed on
top of a table or counter.
Subclass:
911
Can converted to ash container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 910. Table-top type
container wherein the container is a can (usually a used
beverage can) combined with means to facilitate its use as an
ash receptacle.
Subclass:
912
COOKWARE (I.E., POTS AND PANS):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Container comprising a kitchen vessel intended to be used for
cooking food.
Subclass:
913
VENTILATED CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Container having at least two openings in its wall(s)
intended to permit the circulation of air through the
container wall(s).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
676 for an apertured container.
Subclass:
914
CONTAINER CONTOURED TO FIT A BODY PART:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Container having at least a portion thereof shaped to fit a
part of the human body.
(1) Note. The contoured is normally intended to facilitate
carrying or holding the container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
224, Package and Article Carriers, 101 for a container
including means for carrying it on the human body.
607, Surgery: Light, Thermal, and Electrical Application,
subclass 149 and 153 for a hot water bag specifically
configured for a body part.
Subclass:
915
AEROSOL VALVE CAP OR PROTECTOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Receptacle including structure intended to prevent
unauthorized or unintentional use or damage to an aerosol
dispensing valve on the receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
724 for an attachment to a receptacle to protect a valve.
Subclass:
915.1
HAND-CARRIED CONTAINER FOR TRANSPORTING A BEVERAGE OR
PREPARED FOOD (E.G., LUNCH BOX, DINNER PAIL, PICNIC COOLER):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the receptacle is disclosed as being
used to manually transport food or a beverage which is ready
to eat or drink.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, 371 and 457.1+ for a receptacle having a
feature peculiar to refrigeration or to cooling the contents
of the receptacle (e.g., a sealed, nonrefillable coolant
containing compartment, ice melt handling means, ice
supporting means, a particular refrigerant) for maintaining
contents below ambient temperature.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, 261 for a lunch receptacle having
a heat source for maintaining contents above ambient
temperature.
Subclass:
915.2
Insulated cooler (e.g., for use on a picnic, at the beach):
This subclass is indented under subclass 915.1. Subject
matter wherein the container includes means for retarding the
flow of heat through its walls and is intended for keeping
food or beverages cool until they are ready to eat or drink.
Subclass:
916
CONTAINER INCLUDING AXIALLY OPPOSED REMOVABLE CLOSURES:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Containers including two closures which are located at
opposite ends of the containers.
Subclass:
917
CORROSION RESISTANT CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter wherein the container is either made from a
material or has been treated with a material which will
prevent the container from being dissolved or eaten away by
chemical action.
Subclass:
918
SPACING ELEMENT FOR SEPARATING THE WALLS OF A SPACED-WALL
CONTAINER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Subject matter comprising a device which will maintain the
space between two walls of a spaced-wall container.
Subclass:
919
Removable or separable spacing element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 918. Subject matter
wherein the spacing element is constructed such that it can
be taken out of the container.
Subclass:
920
Shock absorbing spacing element (e.g., spring):
This subclass is indented under subclass 918. Subject matter
wherein the spacing element will at least partially absorb a
force applied to the container.
Subclass:
921
Spacing element of unitary construction with one wall:
This subclass is indented under subclass 918. Subject matter
wherein the spacing element is part of one of the container
walls.
FOREIGN ART COLLECTIONS
The definitions below correspond to the definitions of the
abolished subclasses under Class 220 from which these
collections were formed. See the Foreign Art Collection
schedule for specific correspondences. {Note: The titles
and definitions for indented art collections include all the
details of the one(s) that are hierarchically superior.}
Subclass: FOR 100
Foreign art collection wherein the closure or the passage
mouth is provided with a preformed configuration designed to
induce a distortion of the cover or passage mouth during
their mating cooperation, the return of the distorted
portions to normal position serves to cause an interlock
between the closure and passage mouth, preventing their
casual separation.
Subclass: FOR 101
Foreign art collection wherein the closure is of the stopper
or plug type and the performed detents are internal of the
receptacle mouth.
Subclass: FOR 102
Foreign art collection including means acting at the juncture
of the closure and passage mouth to oppose the passage of
material or fluid therebetween.
Subclass: FOR 103
Foreign art collection wherein the closure or passage mouth
is crimped, rolled, or folded together forming a juncture
which must be destroyed in removing the closure.
Subclass: FOR 104
Foreign art collection including means acting at the juncture
of the closure and an adjacent member to oppose the passage
of fluid therebetween.
Subclass: FOR 105
Foreign art collection wherein the closure engages the
receptacle mouth with such close tolerance that casual
separation therefrom is resisted by the inherent frictional
resistance to motion therebetween.
Subclass: FOR 106
Foreign art collection having means in addition to the
closure structure or the passage mouth structure to guide the
closure in its opening or closing movement.
Subclass: FOR 107
Foreign art collection wherein the receptacle mouth is
provided with an upwardly opening channel providing friction
wall contact for a vertical wall surrounding a depression in
the closure.
Subclass: FOR 108
Foreign art collection wherein the closure is provided with a
downwardly opening channel providing friction wall contact
for a vertically extending portion of the passage mouth.
Subclass: FOR 109
Foreign art collection wherein the closure is provided with a
depending flange which fits closely over and around a passage
mouth.
Subclass: FOR 110
Foreign art collection including means acting at the juncture
of the closure and the closure support or receptacle mouth to
oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
Subclass: FOR 111
Foreign art collection including means acting at the juncture
of the closure and the closure support or receptacle mouth to
oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
Subclass: FOR 112
WITH SEPARABLE LINER OR ENCASEMENT: Foreign art collections
for a container including a "complete" inner (or outer)
barrier which, as specified, is capable of application or
removal without irreversible modification of either
securement means or other barrier structure.
Subclass: FOR 113
Skeleton encasement (i.e., outer lattice work): Foreign art
collections including a container wherein the outer barrier
is an open framework.
Subclass: FOR 114
Including shield for liner: Foreign art collections including
a container with a distinct protective member for an inner
barrier.
Subclass: FOR 115
"Flexible" or "flaccid" liner: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein the inner barrier member is
supple.
Subclass: FOR 116
Supported at open terminus (e.g., bag, sack): Foreign art
collections including a container wherein the inner barrier
member is held, relative to outer structure, adjacent the
mouth of said member.
Subclass: FOR 117
Plate or tray-type (e.g., foil ashtray, paper dish): Foreign
art collections including A container under subclass 403
wherein the inner barrier member is a generally flat or
shallow receptacle-like member.
Subclass: FOR 118
Plural stack or nest: Foreign art collections including a
container including a "pile" of two or more flat or shallow
members.
Subclass: FOR 119
With liner supply: Foreign art collections including a
container including two or more supple liners arrayed so that
as one is removed another is available for use.
Subclass: FOR 120
Erected liner for erected container: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein each of at least two "complete"
barriers is a preformed receptacle and either insertable into
another preformed receptacle or placeable over another
preformed receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 121
With liner lifter mechanism: Foreign art collections
including a container including structure for raising the
inner receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 122
Nonmetallic liner: Foreign art collections including
container wherein the inner receptacle material is other than
metal, e.g., plastic, paper, wood.
Subclass: FOR 123
Prefilled "can" type: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein an inner receptacle is disclosed as filled
(or with content) prior to installation of said inner
receptacle within an outer receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 124
"Hot", "cold", "insulated" chest-type: Foreign art
collections including a container disclosed as structured to
maintain an elevated, or lowered, temperature of the content
and which structure may include multilayer barrier means.
Subclass: FOR 125
With specified liner retainer: Foreign art collections
including a container including a distinct means to secure or
hold an inner receptacle relative to an outer receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 126
FILAMENTARY WOUND BARRIER STRUCTURE: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein at least one wall is made or
reinforced by wrapping an attenuated element into abutting or
close overlapping relation with itself.
Subclass: FOR 127
MULTILAYER BARRIER STRUCTURE: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein at least one wall, panel, or
end includes substantially coextensive plural plies, laminas,
layers, or strata.
Subclass: FOR 128
Folded single blank-type: Foreign art collections including
container wherein a unitary piece of stock material, e.g.,
sheet, web, fabric, etc., is bent, or doubled, upon itself to
erect a container in such fashion as to provide at least one
multilayer barrier.
Subclass: FOR 129
Including coated layer: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the material is painted, plated,
impregnated, sprayed, or overspread before or after folding.
Subclass: FOR 130
Plural lamina blank: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the stock material is a multilayer
structure.
Subclass: FOR 131
Metallic blank: Foreign art collections including a container
wherein the stock material is metal.
Subclass: FOR 132
Evacuated space between layers: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein a space between at least two
plies or laminas is below atmospheric pressure.
Subclass: FOR 133
With intermediate insulating means: Foreign art collections
including a container including heat transfer inhibiting
material or structure between the two plies in addition to
the evacuated space.
Subclass: FOR 134
Fluent material: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the heat transfer inhibiting material is
comprised of particles, flakes, granules, or other material
capable of free flow.
Subclass: FOR 135
Plus distinct reflector means: Foreign art collections
including a container including additional specific structure
or material between the two plies or laminas which radiates
heat back toward its source.
Subclass: FOR 136
With intermediate reflector means: Foreign art collections
including a container including material between the two
plies or laminas which radiates heat back toward its source.
Subclass: FOR 137
Layer-space-layer only: Foreign art collections including a
container having at least two spaced plies with nothing
between them other than a gas at a pressure lower than
atmospheric pressure.
Subclass: FOR 138
Fluid-filled space between layers (fluid other than "dead"
air): Foreign art collections including a container wherein a
space between at least two plies or laminas contains a
specific liquid or gas.
Subclass: FOR 139
Compartmented dish or tray (e.g., baby server): Foreign art
collections including a container including a generally open
and partitioned plate, bowl, or shallow receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 140
Water or steam: Foreign art collections including a container
wherein the fluid is water or steam.
Subclass: FOR 141
Intermediate fluent mass layer (e.g., powder, loose hair,
particles, etc.): Foreign art collections including a
container wherein particles, flakes, granules (or other
material capable of relatively free flow) form at least one
stratum within a multilayer barrier.
Subclass: FOR 142
Separate edge-bridge (e.g., "breaker-strip"): Foreign art
collections including a container wherein an exposed terminus
of plural plies is covered, or lapped, by a distinct member
other than a portion of one of said plural plies or a portion
of a container closure.
Subclass: FOR 143
Spaced wall-contacting: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein at least two of the plural plies, separated
or apart from each other, are lapped by the edge-bridge or
"breaker-strip" member.
Subclass: FOR 144
With fastener means: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the member is fixed to the plies by one or
more securement means.
Subclass: FOR 145
Pronged bridge: Foreign art collections including a container
wherein the securement means includes a channel-like, or
fork-like, element overlying the plies.
Subclass: FOR 146
Separate resilient fastener: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein the securement means is a
distinct yieldable element.
Subclass: FOR 147
Specified structure for relative layer movement: Foreign art
collections including a container including particular means
providing, in assembled position, for limited shifting of at
least one layer, or layer portion, with respect to another.
Subclass: FOR 148
Articulated layer members: Foreign art collections including
a container including jointed lamina portions which move
relative to each other to accommodate movement.
Subclass: FOR 149
Distinct nonlayer member: Foreign art collections including a
container including at least one means, substantially of
lesser extent than the coextensive walls, connecting one wall
to another, which connecting means provides for relative wall
shifting.
Subclass: FOR 150
With corrugated layer: Foreign art collections including a
container including at least one ply or lamina of generally
sinusoidal cross-section form.
Subclass: FOR 151
Plural slip elements: Foreign art collections including a
container including two or more connecting means which slide
relative to each other.
Subclass: FOR 152
Corrugated layer: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein a layer of generally sinusoidal
cross-section form is the means for shifting.
Subclass: FOR 153
Including a corrugated layer: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein at least one ply or lamina has
a generally sinusoidal cross-section form.
Subclass: FOR 154
Metallic corrugation: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the generally sinusoidal ply is of metal.
Subclass: FOR 155
Coextensively bonded: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the corrugated layer is cemented, or fused,
to at least one other layer throughout substantially all of
their contact extent.
Subclass: FOR 156
Intermediate foamed-in-situ layer: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein a stratum of expanded cellular
material is chemically formed or produced within or between
previously established layers.
Subclass: FOR 157
Specified spacer means (nonlayer): Foreign art collections
including a container including at least one defined or
particular element, intermediate barrier layers, to maintain
a distance between said layers.
Subclass: FOR 158
Adjacent an open and/or neck-like portion: Foreign art
collections including a container wherein a spacer means is
situated near a free terminus of a receptacle or near a
reduced or contracted portion of a receptacle body.
Subclass: FOR 159
And a closed-end spacer: Foreign art collections including a
container with another distinct spacer means adjacent a
bottom or terminus barrier.
Subclass: FOR 160
Resilient: Foreign art collections including a container
wherein the defined spacer element is so configured, or
mounted, as to be yieldable.
Subclass: FOR 161
Pliant wrapper supported by content: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein a generally flaccid multilayer
barrier structure is shaped, or fitted about, and supported
by, content.
Subclass: FOR 162
Including a foil layer: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein at least one ply is a very thin metal
sheeting.
Subclass: FOR 163
Including asbestos filler: Foreign art collections including
a container including at least one ply, or lamina, of
asbestos material.
Subclass: FOR 164
Including a batt layer: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein at least one ply is a generally
self-sustaining member (or members) of interrelated, or
intertwined, fibers or particles.
Subclass: FOR 165
Coextensively bonded self-sustaining layers: Foreign art
collections including a container wherein at least two
laminas are fused, or cemented, to each other throughout
substantially all of their extent.
Subclass: FOR 166
Specified coated or impregnated layer (e.g., dipped,
sprayed): Foreign art collections including a container
wherein a defined or particular initially fluent material
forms a surface film on, or fills the voids in, another
generally self-sustaining substrate layer.
Subclass: FOR 167
External: Foreign art collections including a container where
such film, or impregnant, is on the outside of the container
wall.
Subclass: FOR 168
Specified plural coatings: Foreign art collections including
a container wherein there are at least two or more distinct
coating layers particularly set forth.
Subclass: FOR 169
Specified nonmetal coating: Foreign art collections including
a container wherein the particular initially fluent material
is other than "metal".
Subclass: FOR 170
Compatible with food content: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein a disclosed utility for the
receptacle is to hold comestible material without adverse
effect to either content or receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 171
Hot water boiler-type: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein a disclosed utility for the receptacle is
to hold water during or after heating.
Subclass: FOR 172
Including flaccid veneer-like layer (e.g., cloth, paper):
Foreign art collections including a container wherein at
least one thin sheet-like layer is distinctly flexible or
supple in the finished receptacle.
Subclass: FOR 173
"Plastic" (e.g., polyethylene, rubber, latex, etc): Foreign
art collections including a container wherein the flexible or
supple layer is made of a synthetic material.
Subclass: FOR 174
Within erected blank: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the plastic flaccid layer is contained in a
folded container formed from a blank.
Subclass: FOR 175
Within erected blank: Foreign art collections including a
container wherein the flaccid layer is contained in a folded
container formed from a blank.
Subclass: FOR 176
Intermediate self-sustaining panel: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein a member, which may itself be
multilayer, substantially fixed in size and shape and
substantially coextensive with other layers is placed between
such previously established layers.
Subclass: FOR 177
Including specified barrier aperture fitting (e.g., flange,
bung): Foreign art collections including a container with
structural details of ingress or egress means through the
barrier layers.
Subclass: FOR 178
Double-walled barrel or drum-type: Foreign art collections
including a container of a closed, generally cylindrical,
(often bulged) form with both cylindrical and radial portions
having spaced walls and a relatively restricted opening
through the spaced walls into the container.
Subclass: FOR 179
Refrigerator cabinet-type: Foreign art collections including
a container disclosed as a means to lower or retain the
temperature level of content stored therein.
Subclass: FOR 180
Plural self-sustaining layers: Foreign art collections
including a container wherein at least two of the layers are
disclosed as capable of independently retaining their
configuration.
Subclass: FOR 181
Spaced walls: Foreign art collections including a container
wherein at least one wall of a receptacle includes at least
two laminas separated one from the other.
Subclass: FOR 182
LINING, PER SE: Foreign art collections including Subject
matter limited to a single ply or single lamina, inner (or
outer) barrier which is disclosed as intended for use within
(or without) other barrier structure, which other barrier
structure is not claimed.
Subclass: FOR 183
Device under subclass 345 comprising means preventing
unintentional relative motion between the closure and its
support.
Subclass: FOR 184
Device under subclass 346 wherein the securing means includes
a cam member.
Subclass: FOR 185
Device under subclass 345 including spring means urging the
closure in its opening or closing movement.
Subclass: FOR 186
Device under subclass 200 wherein the closure is affixed to
and retained on the passage mouth by adhesion or fusion
means.
Subclass: FOR 187
Foreign art collections means mounting the closure for
movement along two or more different lines or planes of
travel or about two or more axes of rotation or a combination
thereof, in a single opening and closing movement.
Subclass: FOR 188
Foreign art collections wherein the closure is mounted
relative to a container having a carrying bail, and said bail
being utilized as the same mounting means.
Subclass: FOR 189
Foreign art collections in which the compound movement is
that of sliding or reciprocating and swinging.
Subclass: FOR 190
Foreign art collections in which the closure is mounted so as
to swing in two or more planes.
Subclass: FOR 191
Foreign art collections provided with a plurality of pivots,
the axes of which are in the same plane or planes parallel to
the plane of the closure.
Subclass: FOR 192
Foreign art collections wherein the closure is mounted on the
receptacle by means of a hinge or other pivotal connection.
Subclass: FOR 193
Foreign art collections having means to maintain the
closure in a position other than closed relative to the
receptacle opening.
Subclass: FOR 194
Foreign art collections mounted to swing in a single plane
on a pivot which is perpendicular to the plane of the
closure.
Subclass: FOR 195
Foreign art collections wherein cooperating hinging members
on the closure and closure support are formed integral with
the closure and closure support respectively.
Subclass: FOR 196
Foreign art collections wherein mating hinge elements are
readily snapped into an interlocking relationship without the
use of tools, the force holding them together being that of
friction.
Subclass: FOR 197
Foreign art collections wherein the hinging connection is
constructed of flaccid or flexible material allowing the
closure to swing relative to the closure support about said
connecting material.
Subclass: FOR 198
Foreign art collections wherein the closure hinges about an
upwardly bent continuation of the closure flange which
interlocks with a downwardly bent continuation of the body
mouth.
Subclass: FOR 199
Foreign art collections wherein at least one of the hinging
elements is deformed to swingably cooperate with its mating
element during the step of interconnecting said elements.
Subclass: FOR 200
Foreign art collections wherein the interconnection between
mating hinge members is completed by an additional separate
member.
Subclass: FOR 201
Foreign art collections wherein the separate member is a
pintle or pivot pin.
Subclass: FOR 202
Foreign art collections including means acting at the
juncture of the closure and the closure support or receptacle
mouth to oppose the passage of fluid therebetween.
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Last Modified: 6 October 2000