U.S. patent application number 10/062778 was filed with the patent office on 2003-08-07 for sleeve for beverage containers.
Invention is credited to Davis, Pamela Sue, Hadley, Denise M..
Application Number | 20030146228 10/062778 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 27658607 |
Filed Date | 2003-08-07 |
United States Patent
Application |
20030146228 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Davis, Pamela Sue ; et
al. |
August 7, 2003 |
Sleeve for beverage containers
Abstract
This combination beverage sleeve and coaster for cold beverages
provides a new method for using a double wide wrist sweatband.
Constructed from a blend of cotton terry cloth, nylon, rubber and
spandex, it adapts to numerous sizes of bottles (glass or plastic),
cans and other cold beverage containers, as well as glassware and
small decanters. This invention is a versatile, durable, portable
and machine washable product that is economical to use and
environmentally friendly.
Inventors: |
Davis, Pamela Sue;
(Littleton, CO) ; Hadley, Denise M.; (Littleton,
CO) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Pamela S. Davis
5233 So. Tabor Way
Littleton
CO
80127
US
|
Family ID: |
27658607 |
Appl. No.: |
10/062778 |
Filed: |
February 5, 2002 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
220/739 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A47G 23/0216 20130101;
B65D 81/3876 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
220/739 |
International
Class: |
B65D 025/00 |
Claims
1. A beverage sleeve and coaster comprising: an elongated,
stretchable, tubular band having an opening on each end for placing
onto a cold beverage container, as well as positioning the sleeve
on the container.
2. The sleeve as set forth in claim 1 in which said sleeve is made
of a moisture-absorbing material such that the sleeve functions to
absorb the condensation of the cold beverage.
Description
BACKGROUND
[0001] Various designs developed for cold beverage holders formed
from materials and coasters in one form or another have been in
common use for a considerable period. The prior designs include
many beverage holders, but none just like this presentation.
[0002] U.S. Pat. No. 5,445,315 issued to Shelby on Aug. 29, 1995,
is for a beverage sleeve formed from substantially rigid paperboard
sheet. The sheet includes a number of creases that allow it to be
folded into a rectangular sleeve. A bottom portion is included that
spans the lower portion of the sleeve to prevent a beverage
container from sliding through the sleeve.
[0003] U.S. Pat. No. 6,026,983 issued to Graham on Feb. 22, 2000,
describes a combination beverage container sleeve and coaster
formed from a single sheet of cardboard or similar material. The
sheet is scored and folded to form a hexagonal sleeve. A hexagonal
"coaster portion" is attached to the lower edge of the sheet and
fastens across the bottom of the sleeve to prevent damage to
surfaces upon which the container is placed.
[0004] U.S. Pat. No. 2,081,409 issued to Rush on May 25, 1937
discloses a circular beverage holder with a bottom tab without a
coaster and a slanted top.
[0005] U.S. Pat. No. 2,071,399 issued to Gambell on Feb. 23, 1937,
is a drinking glass protector with foldable, semi-circular halves
and a circular bottom.
[0006] U.S. Pat. No. 1,917,953 issued to Davis on Jul. 11, 1933,
discloses an absorbent, disposable holder for a glass.
[0007] U.S. Pat. No. 2,117,102 issued to Pittler on May 10, 1938,
discloses a serving dish with a central octagonal glass holder.
[0008] U.S. Pat. No. 2,058,915 issued to Scholl on Oct. 27, 1936,
is a drip-protecting holder for a bottle with some type of adhesion
and a bottom flap.
[0009] U.S. Pat. No. 1,891,892 issued to Pipkin on Dec. 20, 1932,
discloses a drip catching bottle holder consisting of a bag with a
folded bottom.
[0010] U.S. Pat. No. 1,632,347 issued to Pipkin on Jun. 14, 1927,
discloses another drip catching bottle holder consisting of a paper
bag or cup with apertures.
[0011] U.S. Pat. No. 4,340,146 issued to Stratton on Jul. 20, 1982
teaches a moisture absorbent disposable coaster for a beverage
container having a bottom and pleated sides that wrap around the
lower sides of the container.
[0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,418,861 issued to McFarland on Dec. 6, 1983
discloses a hexagonal paperboard container.
[0013] U.S. Pat. No. 4,986,089 issued to Raab on Jan. 22, 1991,
discloses an insulating wrap which fits around the circumference of
the beverage and is secured with hook and loop holding
material.
[0014] U.S. Pat. No. 5,845,806 issued to Parchman on Dec. 8, 1998
is for an inflatable beverage container.
[0015] While other variations exist, the above-mentioned designs
for beverage sleeves and coasters are typical of those encountered.
The following is the objective of this patent application:
[0016] To provide a combination coaster/cold beverage sleeve
adaptable to plastic/glass bottles and aluminum cans of various
sizes and configurations.
[0017] A combination coaster/beverage sleeve that will insulate the
user and delicate surface from cold and moisture.
[0018] A combination coaster/beverage sleeve that can be easily and
quickly attached to a plastic/glass bottle or aluminum can by
slipping the sleeve over the top of the plastic/glass bottle or
aluminum can.
[0019] A combination coaster/beverage sleeve that is capable of
displaying advertising.
[0020] A combination coaster/beverage sleeve that will conform
easily to the curved shape of a plastic/glass bottle or aluminum
can.
[0021] A combination coaster/beverage sleeve that is washable and
reuseable.
[0022] Finally, it is an objective of the invention to provide a
coaster/beverage sleeve that will be absorbent and will keep
sweating aluminum cans and plastic/glass bottles from dripping on a
user's hands, clothing or surface that the can or bottle is setting
on. This objective is accomplished by this coaster/beverage sleeve
by absorbing condensation from the top of the cold beverage
container, as well as a wicking action that prevents moisture from
forming on the bottom of the cold beverage container.
[0023] While some of the objectives of this patent application are
disclosed in prior applications, none of the inventions found
include all of the requirements identified above.
SUMMARY
[0024] This patent application addresses all of the deficiencies of
prior coasters and cup holders and satisfies all of the objectives
described above.
[0025] A combination coaster and cup holder providing the desired
features may be constructed as follows. The beverage sleeve is an
elongated tubular band having an opening on both ends, allowing the
user to fit onto the glass/plastic bottle, can or other cold
beverage container. The sleeve will be made with an elastic/cotton
blended absorbent material that will easily stretch over the
glass/plastic bottle, can, or other cold beverage container and fit
snugly on the container. It will also be sweat absorbing such that
the glass/plastic bottle, can, or other cold beverage container
will not drip on any other surfaces. Logos or other information may
be contained on the sleeve. These and other objects and features of
the present invention will be better understood and appreciated
from the following detailed description of the main embodiment
thereof, selected for purposes of illustration and shown in the
accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0026] In the following detailed description, reference will be
made to the attached drawings in which:
[0027] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster holding an aluminum 12 oz. can;
[0028] FIG. 2 is an end view drawing of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster;
[0029] FIG. 3 is a side view drawing of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster showing a depiction of the inside seam;
[0030] FIG. 4 is an application drawing of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster on a 24 oz. plastic water bottle;
[0031] FIG. 5 is an application drawing of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster on a 12 oz. glass beer bottle;
[0032] FIG. 6 is an application drawing of the absorbent beverage
sleeve and coaster on a 40 oz. refillable plastic beverage
container.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0033] For purposes of describing the preferred embodiment, the
terminology used in reference to the numbered components in the
drawings is as follows:
[0034] 1. Outside diameter of absorbent beverage sleeve and
coaster
[0035] 2. Double thickness of absorbent material
[0036] 3. Inside diameter of absorbent beverage sleeve and
coaster
[0037] 4. Inside seam of absorbent beverage sleeve and coaster
[0038] 5. Description of type of material used for the beverage
sleeve and coaster
[0039] 6. Tubular shape and design with parallel opening for the
beverage sleeve and coaster
[0040] 7. Length of beverage sleeve and coaster
[0041] 8. Depicted team logo embroidered on sleeve
[0042] Referring to the drawing, FIG. 1 shows the absorbent
beverage sleeve and coaster generally holding a beverage can. The
absorbent beverage sleeve is a tubular design.
[0043] FIG. 2 shows the top or bottom drawing of the absorbent
beverage sleeve and coaster. It has an inside diameter (3) of 2
inches and an outside diameter (1) of 2.5 inches. The double
thickness (2) of the absorbent stretchable material provides a
absorbing function on the inside which fits snugly against the
surface of the aluminum can or plastic or glass surface of the
beverage container and a cushioned easy-grip feel on the outside of
the container. Both absorbing surfaces work together to prevent any
moisture or condensation from forming on the container surface and
consequently eliminates moisture on hands, and dripping on clothes
and surfaces that the container is resting on.
[0044] FIG. 3 is a side view of the absorbent beverage sleeve and
coaster. It has a length (7) of 41/2 inches. The design (6) is
tubular with parallel opening at the top and bottom and is
non-rigid allowing it to lie flat when not in use. The type of
material used in this product (5) is consistent with a blend of
cotton terrycloth (70-90%), nylon (5-10%), rubber (5-10%) and/or
spandex (5-10%), allowing it to fit on all types of containers
regardless of their varying diameters. The inside seam (4) is
necessary to provide the double thickness of the absorbent beverage
sleeve.
[0045] We claim a method of using a double wide wrist sweatband as
a combination beverage sleeve and coaster for cold beverages. It is
the correct size and material compilation to provide an absorbent
beverage sleeve and coaster that will prevent condensation on cold
beverage containers, as well as preventing subsequent moisture from
getting on hands, clothes, and surfaces where the beverage
resides.
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