ES1078369U - Spectrum spice regulator (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Spice exit regulator, of the type comprising a container (1) or container of the spice and a lid (2), essentially characterized in that the container (1) has in its upper part an annular prominence (3) a from which extends an upper cylinder (9) in whose perimeter different groups of holes (10) of outlet of different diameter and a blind section (13) are placed, while the cover (2) is formed as a cap with a blind perimeter skirt (4) with the exception of a section in which a window (5) is drawn and with perpendicular rods (6) inserted in its interior part. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

Object of the invention

The utility model presented refers to a spice regulator spout whose conformation and characteristics confer some manufacturing and use advantages that substantially improve the existing species in the state of the art and in the market.

Specifically, this innovation develops a grocer specially designed to fulfill three basic functions: contain spices, regulate and dose the output of them and remove them to prevent compaction and caking.

Background of the invention and state of the art

If there are ingredients that are involved in the vast majority of culinary preparations are spices and condiments, of which there is an immense variety of very diverse geographical origins, practically from all continents. This variety is also evidenced in the typology of spices, which are in granulated, powdery, sheet, sheet, etc. To this we must add that, although spices and condiments are usually, due to their own characteristics, long-lasting products, they suffer a gradual loss of properties and qualities, so it is essential to ensure their storage in appropriate containers.

There is also a wide variety of specters in the market, most of them destined to store small amounts of spice for domestic use but also containers with greater capacity for use in professional kitchens. In the case of the former, they are usually containers with threaded neck for the coupling of a lid formed by a piece also threaded and equipped with openings for the spice outlet and a hinged lid. The arrangement and amplitude of such an exit opening obviously depends on the type of spice contained and its conformation into powder, foil, grain, etc. The ultimate consequence of this is that the manufacturer needs to have a large stock of caps and that the consumer accumulates useful containers only for a specific species format.

In previous paragraphs it has already been mentioned that spices and condiments have a long durability but one of the most frequent problems of their storage, especially if their use is not very frequent, is that they tend to cake and compact both at the bottom of the container as in the exit holes, accumulating a moisture that detracts from its qualities. To solve this problem, the only remedy is to remove the spice, using any long instrument such as spoon handles, knives or a simple stick, or turning and shaking the container to air its contents.

The applicant considers that there should be a compact grocer, with the least possible number of pieces, with availability of output for spices of different format (granulate, powder, foil, etc.) and with a mechanism that would allow the spice contained in a way to be removed Quick and easy, thus preserving the essence of the qualities of each spice.

Description of the invention

Thus, the invention presented in this utility model is aimed at a spice regulator spout with various exit points to dose spice spillage and an internal stirring mechanism that gives solution to the problems described.

It consists of two unique pieces, a first piece that constitutes the body of the grocer destined to contain the spice, that is, the container itself, and a second piece that constitutes the lid.

The container or container has in its upper part an annular prominence from which an upper cylinder extends in which different groups of outlet holes of different diameter and a blind section are located, said groups and section being separated by ribs perpendicular.

The lid, which has a turning capacity, is confused as a cap, with a single window in its perimeter skirt and with perpendicular stems inserted in its interior part. This cover also has perpendicular nerves in the face internal of its perimeter skirt.

The container and lid assembly is done under pressure and the correlation between the window present in the lid and the different exit holes of the spice or the blind section present in the container is done with the rotating movement of the lid, which remains nestled in the desired position by the action of the nerves located in both pieces. Thus, the conjunction of both parties confuses the spice regulator.

The body of the container intended for the spice can be confused with a material rigid or with a flexible material. In this case, the grocer acts as a sprayer, which hangs the species out with a powdery spray and in minimum quantities.

Description of the drawings

For a better understanding of what is described herein, accompany some drawings, which should be analyzed and considered only to by way of example and without any limiting or restrictive character.

Figure 1.-Elevation view of the grocer. Figure 2.-Detail view of the grocer's cap. Figure 3.-Detail view of the grocer's body. Figure 4.-Detail view of the inside of the cap. Figure 5.-Cap cut. Figure 6.-Cut of the body of the grocer. Figure 7.-View of the body of the grocer with detail of the regulator in another position of Spice out. Figure 8.-View of the body of the grocer with detail of the regulator in the closed position.

Description of a preferred embodiment

In these figures, the conformation of the spice regulator spout is shown, which, as described in Figure 1, comprises two single pieces, a first piece that becomes the container (1) or spice container and a second piece that becomes the lid (2) of the grocer, leaving between them an annular prominence (3) that is part of the container (1).

Figure 2 shows the cover (2), formed as a cap with a blind perimeter skirt (4) except for a section in which a window (5) is drawn and with perpendicular stems (6) inserted in its interior part.

In figures 4 and 5 this cover (2) is shown in greater detail, the perpendicular nerves (8) located on the inside of the perimeter skirt (4) and the interlocking of the stems (6) also perpendicular being visible. In these two figures, the protruding flange (7) of the lower end of the perimeter skirt (4) is also perceived, which will allow its adjustment with the body of the grocer and the conformation of the aforementioned perimeter skirt (4), blind in most of its extension with the exception of the window (5).

In figures 3 and 6 the body of the grocer is shown in detail, formed by a container (1) that has an annular prominence (3) in its upper part from which an upper cylinder (9) extends in whose perimeter they place different groupings of exit holes (10) of different diameter and a blind section, said groupings and section being separated by perpendicular ribs (12) located on the outside of said cylinder (9). In figure 6 the channel is also visible

(11) which is drawn between the annular prominence (3) and the upper cylinder (9) which will be the point of enclave of the projecting flange (7) of the cover (2) already described in Figures 4 and 5.

As mentioned, the container can be rigid or partially flexible, in particular, it will be flexible from the base to the prominence described.

In figures 7 and 8, two new perspectives of the container (1) are shown in which, in addition to the parts and features already indicated, the blind section (13) of the upper cylinder (13) of the upper cylinder is also visualized. 9) and other hole distribution

(10) intended for spice exit, especially visible in Figure 7.

The use of the grocer is simple and intuitive. The assembly between the lid (2) and the container

(one)

it is carried out under pressure, when the projecting flange (7) of the perimeter skirt (4) of the cover (2) is accommodated in the channel (11) existing in the container (1). Once assembled, the capacity of rotation of the cover (2) allows its unique perimeter window (5) to be positioned, at the user's free choice, in coincidence with the grouping of holes

(10)

desired between those in the perimeter of the upper cylinder (9) of the container

or coinciding with its blind section (13), which implies that the grocer is in the closed position. The adjustment and settlement between holes (10) or blind section (13) with the window (5) is achieved by the action of the respective perpendicular nerves (8) and

(12)

existing inside the perimeter skirt (4) of the cover (2) and the outer part of said cylinder (9).

To extract the spice, it is enough to turn the lid, choose a point of dosage and exit and flip the spice: the spice falls by its own weight.

If the body of the grocer, that is, the part prior to the prominence described, is flexible, it is enough to slightly tilt the grocer and tighten the container. The displacement of part of the contained air will drive the spraying of the powdery spice. In this flexible conformation, the grocer becomes a sprayer.

Stirring of the spice is achieved by the action of the stems (6) inserted in the inside of the lid (1) since it is enough to turn it so that the aforementioned stems (6) move and remove the spice contained in the package.

The upper cylinder (9) has the open mouth to allow filling of the container. At the same time, when the lid (2) is assembled, said open mouthpiece allows the stems (6) inserted in the said lid to be located inside the container and fulfill their purpose of removing the spice by rotating together with the lid (2). Obviously, the number, length and spatial distribution of the stems are variable.

In view of what has been described, the simplicity of the claimed grocer is evident, which is reduced to two single pieces - container and lid - with the reduction of production costs that this implies in raw material, molds, assembly and handling.

5 For the user, the new species has obvious advantages of use: different points of dosage and exit of the spice to free choice; ability to remove and aerate the spice, which prevents the loss of its qualities; possibility of spraying the spice, achieving a sprinkling of tiny amounts of spice, etc.

10 It is not considered necessary to make this description more extensive so that any person skilled in the art understands the scope of the invention and the advantages derived therefrom. The materials, shape, size and arrangement of the different parts will be subject to variation as long as this does not imply an alteration in the essentiality of the invention, especially the number, diameter, and spatial distribution of the

15 holes for the exit of the spices and the number of perpendicular stems. The terms in which this report has been written must always be taken in a broad and non-limiting sense.

Claims (1)

3 Species regulator of spice output, of the type comprising a container (1) or spice container and a lid (2), essentially characterized in that the container (1) has in its upper part an annular prominence (3) from which an upper cylinder (9) extends in whose perimeter different groups are located of exit holes (10) of different diameter and a blind section (13), while the cover (2) is formed as a cap with a blind perimeter skirt (4) except for a section in which a window is drawn (5) and with perpendicular stems (6) inserted inside. 3 Species regulator of spice output, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the lid (2) has a turning capacity. 3 Spice regulator exit species, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the upper cylinder (9) has the open mouth. 3 Species regulator of spice exit, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the groups of holes (10) and the blind section (13) existing in the upper cylinder (9) of the container (1) are separated by perpendicular ribs (12 ) located on the outside of said cylinder (9). 53 Species regulator of spice output, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the cover (2) has perpendicular ribs (8) located on the inner face of its perimeter skirt (4) 3 Species regulator of spice exit, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that between the annular prominence (3) and the upper cylinder (9) of the container a channel (11) is drawn in which an existing projecting flange (7) is interlocked at the lower end of the perimeter skirt (4) of the cover (2) 3 Species regulator of spice output, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the container (1) is rigid. Species regulator of spice output, according to claim 13, characterized essentially in that the container (1) is flexible from the base to the annular prominence (3).