[go: up one dir, main page]
More Web Proxy on the site http://driver.im/

EP2253555B1 - Anti-choking closure for container - Google Patents

Anti-choking closure for container Download PDF

Info

Publication number
EP2253555B1
EP2253555B1 EP10163268A EP10163268A EP2253555B1 EP 2253555 B1 EP2253555 B1 EP 2253555B1 EP 10163268 A EP10163268 A EP 10163268A EP 10163268 A EP10163268 A EP 10163268A EP 2253555 B1 EP2253555 B1 EP 2253555B1
Authority
EP
European Patent Office
Prior art keywords
closure cap
wing
container
cap according
closure
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Active
Application number
EP10163268A
Other languages
German (de)
French (fr)
Other versions
EP2253555A1 (en
Inventor
Erhard Schwartz
Christopher Schmitt
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Deutsche Sisi Werke Betriebs GmbH
Original Assignee
Deutsche Sisi Werke Betriebs GmbH
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Family has litigation
First worldwide family litigation filed litigation Critical https://patents.darts-ip.com/?family=42229178&utm_source=google_patent&utm_medium=platform_link&utm_campaign=public_patent_search&patent=EP2253555(B1) "Global patent litigation dataset” by Darts-ip is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Priority to DK12160581.0T priority Critical patent/DK2468658T3/en
Priority to EP12160581.0A priority patent/EP2468658B1/en
Priority to SI201030062T priority patent/SI2253555T1/en
Priority to PL10163268T priority patent/PL2253555T3/en
Priority to PL12160581T priority patent/PL2468658T3/en
Application filed by Deutsche Sisi Werke Betriebs GmbH filed Critical Deutsche Sisi Werke Betriebs GmbH
Publication of EP2253555A1 publication Critical patent/EP2253555A1/en
Publication of EP2253555B1 publication Critical patent/EP2253555B1/en
Application granted granted Critical
Priority to CY20121100576T priority patent/CY1113517T1/en
Active legal-status Critical Current
Anticipated expiration legal-status Critical

Links

Images

Classifications

    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D51/00—Closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D51/24—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D41/00—Caps, e.g. crown caps or crown seals, i.e. members having parts arranged for engagement with the external periphery of a neck or wall defining a pouring opening or discharge aperture; Protective cap-like covers for closure members, e.g. decorative covers of metal foil or paper
    • B65D41/02—Caps or cap-like covers without lines of weakness, tearing strips, tags, or like opening or removal devices
    • B65D41/04—Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D51/00—Closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D51/24—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes
    • B65D51/242—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes provided with means for facilitating lifting or suspending of the container
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D81/00—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/36—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/365—Containers, or parts thereof, simulating or being incorporated into other items, e.g. puppet, animal, vehicle, building, dumb bells
    • B65D81/366—Containers, or parts thereof, simulating or being incorporated into other items, e.g. puppet, animal, vehicle, building, dumb bells the container closure only being provided with a three dimensional figure, e.g. chess piece, animal
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D2213/00—Safety means
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D25/00—Details of other kinds or types of rigid or semi-rigid containers
    • B65D25/28—Handles
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D25/00—Details of other kinds or types of rigid or semi-rigid containers
    • B65D25/28—Handles
    • B65D25/2802—Handles fixed, i.e. non-swingable, handles

Definitions

  • the invention relates to a closure cap for containers according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the US 2004/0238564 A1 describes a lock-proof cap with two laterally projecting wings 15 which are attached to a central closure element 6.
  • the cap of the D2 is placed over the container to be closed before use with a receiving area 3.
  • the central closure element 6 is separated at a predetermined breaking point 10 of the receiving area 3.
  • the closure element 6 then hangs on a flexible band 24, so that it can be pushed after turning by 180 ° in the receiving area 3, thereby closing the container.
  • the EP 2033906 A1 describes a spill-proof cap according to the preamble of claim 1 for a container.
  • the cap is made in two parts, consisting of a central closure element and a horizontally projecting, star-shaped Verschlucksch, which can be plugged from above onto the central closure element.
  • the FR 1404567 describes differently shaped caps that facilitate hanging a sealed tube or bottle on a shelf.
  • a cap is designed as a wing cap whose width and height is 3 to 6 cm, so that they can not be swallowed by small children.
  • Wing caps can be in different
  • Forms are made almost independent of the diameter of the container opening and thus optimally adapted to the anatomy of a toddler, so that a health hazard can be excluded by swallowing.
  • the closure cap comprises a base body which can be brought into engagement with the container, and at least one wing projecting laterally over the lateral surface of the base body with respect to the closure direction for actuating the closure cap.
  • the cap is particularly suitable for screw caps.
  • the wing comprises two mutually substantially aligned lateral sections. This shape is particularly ergonomic with flat container bags and allows a high packing density.
  • the wing comprises a bow-shaped section connecting the lateral sections, a recess is formed between the wing and the base body. This saves material.
  • the recess can be used as a fastening tab.
  • the recess is arranged above the base body. An associated container can thereby be stored in a hanging position.
  • the recess is arranged substantially symmetrically to a main axis of the main body. This facilitates hanging the container in a vertical orientation.
  • the width of the wing decreases from the top.
  • material can be saved and the cap can be adapted particularly ergonomically and visually appealing to a given container shape.
  • the wing has substantially the shape of a parabolic arch with top vertex, or the shape of an upright isosceles triangle with rounded corners, or corresponds to a combination of these forms.
  • the Verschluckfind the removed cap is independent of their spatial orientation in the mouth of an infant.
  • the wing has substantially the shape of a triangle with a leg length of 2.5 to 6 cm.
  • This embodiment is particularly 29luckicher.
  • the thickness of the wing in a circumferential edge near section is greater than in a central portion. This can save material and improve ergonomics. In particular, the slipping of the fingers during actuation of the closure is made more difficult. In addition, it is thereby avoided prior to filling, that in the caps present as bulk caps individual caps can wedged into each other, since the edge near the portion of the wing can not slip into the gap between the body and the lock fuse.
  • closure cap can be screwed. This allows a secure and tight closure, especially in containers for liquid or flowable food.
  • the closure cap consists of an elastic solid material, in particular of PE, PP, a PP copolymer, a PP-PE copolymer or a PP-PE blend. This allows a tight fit of the cap even without additional seals.
  • the closure cap is made of a biodegradable material. This protects the environment.
  • closure cap comprises a closure security. This indicates whether a container has already been opened.
  • the invention also relates to a container for storing liquid goods according to claim 13, with a closure cap according to the invention.
  • the ratio of a maximum dimension of the container, in particular its height or width, to the width and / or height of the wing cap is between 2 and 7.
  • the non-latching cap 1 comprises a substantially cylindrical body 3 and a symmetrical with respect to its main axis 3a, from the lateral surface 3b of the body laterally projecting wings 5 for actuating the cap 1, wherein the closing direction is symbolized by the arrow C.
  • the wing 5 comprises lateral, mutually aligned portions 5a, b and a bow-shaped portion 5c, wherein the portions 5a-c together with the base body 3 surround a recess 7.
  • Fig. 2 It is also clear that in the base body 3, an internal thread 9 is provided, with which the closure cap 1 can be screwed onto the external thread of a (not shown) container opening. Furthermore, a conventional closure 11 is provided on the cap 1. This primarily ensures that a sealed container has not previously been opened or that it can be detected whether a container has already been opened once.
  • Fig. 3 illustrates the cross section of the wing 5 below the recess 7, wherein the thickness D of the wing 5 from a minimum thickness D 1 in a central transition region 5d to the base body 3 to a maximum thickness D 2 in the peripheral edge region 5e of the wing 5 to the outside increases.
  • the thickened edge region 5e prevents closure caps 1, which are present as bulk material before filling and are then separated, from becoming wedged into one another, since the thickness D 2 is greater than the width of the gap formed between the base body 3 and the closure safety 11 , Thus, the wing 5 can not wedge in this gap despite a material-saving design.
  • Fig. 4 illustrates the cross section of the wing 5 at the level of the recess 7. Again, the maximum thickness D 2 is achieved in the bead-shaped outer region 5e, wherein the thickness D of the bow-shaped portion 5c to the recess 7 decreases towards. This profile allows a material savings with sufficient rigidity of the wing. 5
  • the recess 7 also makes it possible to save material.
  • the recess 7 is suitable as a suspension lug for the closure cap 1 or a container with a screwed cap 1. This facilitates both the provision on store shelves and the storage or transport by the consumer ,
  • the recess 7 is also preferably arranged centrally above the base body 3 in order to facilitate a balanced, hanging storage. This is especially true for the upper portion 7a of the recess, which optionally rests on a mounting hook during storage.
  • the wing 5 without recess 7, with an asymmetrical recess 7 or with a plurality of recesses 7 form.
  • the described cross-sectional profile of the wing 5 is not absolutely necessary.
  • Fig. 1 corresponds to the shape of the cap 1, in particular that of the wing 5, essentially a combination of an isosceles triangle with rounded edges (on the container-side underside of the wing 5) and a parabola with overhead vertex.
  • This substantially triangular shape of the wing 5 has the advantage that the Verschluckschreib the cap 1 is independent of their spatial orientation. This is achieved with comparatively low material usage.
  • the rounded edges or corners of the wing 5 are not absolutely necessary, but they additionally reduce any risk of injury.
  • the leg length of the substantially triangular shape is preferably 2.5 to 6 cm.
  • the width E and the height F of the wing 5 are each in a range of 3 to 6 cm.
  • the described shaping is not mandatory. It is Z. B. possible to adapt the shape of the cap 1 to a predetermined container shape, z. B. to achieve a particularly advantageous ergonomics.
  • the wing does not necessarily have to be symmetrical with respect to the main axis 3 'of the main body 3; For example, it could survive on one side or on both sides of an associated container.
  • the shape and the size ratio of the side wing portions 5a, b and the bow-shaped portion 5c may differ from the embodiment.
  • the recess 7 could be smaller, the bow-shaped portion thicker. It is crucial that the shape and size of the cap 1 is adapted to the anatomy of a toddler so that swallowing is reliably prevented.
  • the spill-resistant cap 1 is therefore particularly advantageous for containers up to 1 I content, especially for containers up to 500 ml content, and especially for containers up to 330 ml content.
  • the ratio of the container volume to the volume of the closure cap 1, determined by its outer contours, is preferably 1 to 50, in particular 2 to 10.
  • the ratio of a largest dimension of an associated container, such. B. its height to the width E and / or the height F of the wing 5 is preferably 1 to 10, in particular 2 to 7; Ergonomically particularly favorable and visually appealing is a ratio of 2 to 4.
  • the wing 5 is substantially plate-shaped, so that the lateral areas 5a, b are substantially flush with each other or lie in a common plane. This is advantageous from an ergonomic and packaging point of view, especially in the case of flat beverage bags. Depending on the container shape, however, it is also conceivable that more, z. B. orthogonally aligned wings 5 are combined in a cap 1. It is crucial that the shape and dimensioning prevents ingestion of the cap 1 by children, especially infants prevented.
  • the above is assumed to be a standing or hanging container with an opening provided on its top side.
  • the cap 1 is also suitable for side or bottom container openings.
  • the invention is particularly advantageous for screw caps. However, you could also for other closures, such. As bayonet, clamp or push-pull closures are used.
  • the closure cap 1 according to the invention would also be advantageous if it were actually attached to a container and would have become detached from it, for example, after improper use.
  • the closure cap 1 is preferably made of an elastic, sealing material, such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), a PP copolymer, a PP-PE copolymer or a PP-PE blend.
  • PE polyethylene
  • PP polypropylene
  • PP copolymer a PP-PE copolymer
  • PP-PE blend a PP-PE blend
  • Material for the cap 1 further polyamide, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene and polyoxymethylene.
  • the cap 1 When used with food containers, the cap 1 must meet the relevant provisions and is made in this case of a food safe material.
  • the cap 1 is not limited to use in the food industry. It can also be used, for example, for containers for the storage of personal care products, household cleaning or technical application, such. As soaps, detergents and adhesives are used.
  • a lock-resistant cap 1 which is made of a biodegradable material.
  • the cap 1 is particularly suitable for containers in which liquid or flowable materials are stored and transported, and reliably prevents them from being swallowed by small children.

Landscapes

  • Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Mechanical Engineering (AREA)
  • Closures For Containers (AREA)
  • Transmission Of Braking Force In Braking Systems (AREA)
  • Bag Frames (AREA)

Description

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Verschlusskappe für Behälter nach dem Oberbegriff des Anspruchs 1.The invention relates to a closure cap for containers according to the preamble of claim 1.

Es ist bekannt, Getränke in Behältern mit Schraubverschlüssen aufzubewahren. Beim Verzehr, oder auch danach, kann es vorkommen, dass eine abgenommene Verschlusskappe aus Unachtsamkeit in der Nähe eines Kleinkinds abgelegt und unter Umständen vergessen wird. Es besteht dann die Gefahr, dass das Kleinkind die Verschlusskappe in den Mund nimmt. Ebenso kommen Kleinkinder als Konsumentenzielgruppe für derartige Gebinde in Betracht, so dass diese dann zwangsläufig mit den Verschlusskappen in Berührung kommen. Da die Abmessungen herkömmlicher Verschlusskappen in der Regel nur unwesentlich größer als die Durchmesser der jeweiligen Behälteröffnung sind, können Kleinkinder die Verschlusskappen verschlucken. Dies verursacht ein beträchtliches Gesundheitsrisiko.It is known to store drinks in containers with screw caps. When eating, or even afterwards, it may happen that a removed cap accidentally stored near an infant and may be forgotten. There is then the danger that the toddler takes the cap in the mouth. Likewise, toddlers come as a consumer target group for such containers into consideration, so that they then inevitably come into contact with the caps. Since the dimensions of conventional caps are usually only slightly larger than the diameter of the respective container opening, toddlers can swallow the caps. This causes a considerable health risk.

Außerdem sind beim Vertrieb von Lebensmitteln gegebenenfalls Vorschriften zur Verschlucksicherheit von Verschlusskappen einzuhalten.In addition, when selling foodstuffs, it may be necessary to comply with regulations concerning the closure safety of closure caps.

Die US 2004/0238564 A1 beschreibt eine verschlucksichere Verschlusskappe mit zwei seitlich abstehenden Flügeln 15, die an einem zentralen Verschlusselement 6 angebracht sind. Die Verschlusskappe der D2 ist vor dem Gebrauch mit einem Aufnahmebereich 3 über den zu verschließenden Behälter gestülpt. Zum Öffnen des Behälters wird das zentrale Verschlusselement 6 an einer Sollbruchstelle 10 von dem Aufnahmebereich 3 abgetrennt. Das Verschlusselement 6 hängt dann an einem flexiblen Band 24, so dass es nach dem Wenden um 180° in den Aufnahmebereich 3 geschoben werden kann, um den Behälter dadurch zu verschließen.The US 2004/0238564 A1 describes a lock-proof cap with two laterally projecting wings 15 which are attached to a central closure element 6. The cap of the D2 is placed over the container to be closed before use with a receiving area 3. To open the container, the central closure element 6 is separated at a predetermined breaking point 10 of the receiving area 3. The closure element 6 then hangs on a flexible band 24, so that it can be pushed after turning by 180 ° in the receiving area 3, thereby closing the container.

Die EP 2033906 A1 beschreibt eine verschlucksichere Verschlusskappe gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Anspruchs 1 für einen Behälter. Die Kappe ist zweiteilig ausgeführt, bestehend aus einem zentralen Verschlusselement und einer horizontal abstehenden, sternförmigen Verschlucksicherung, die von oben auf das zentrale Verschlusselement aufgesteckt werden kann.The EP 2033906 A1 describes a spill-proof cap according to the preamble of claim 1 for a container. The cap is made in two parts, consisting of a central closure element and a horizontally projecting, star-shaped Verschlucksicherung, which can be plugged from above onto the central closure element.

Die FR 1404567 beschreibt unterschiedlich geformte Verschlusskappen, die das Aufhängen einer verschlossenen Tube oder Flasche an einem Verkaufsregal vereinfachen.The FR 1404567 describes differently shaped caps that facilitate hanging a sealed tube or bottle on a shelf.

Es ist somit Aufgabe der Erfindung, das von der Verschlusskappe ausgehende Gesundheitsrisiko für Kleinkinder zu minimieren.It is therefore an object of the invention to minimize the risk of the cap from health risks to infants.

Diese Aufgabe wird dadurch gelöst, dass eine Verschlusskappe als Flügelkappe ausgebildet ist, deren Breite und Höhe 3 bis 6 cm beträgt, so dass sie von Kleinkindern nicht verschluckt werden kann. Flügelkappen können in verschiedenenThis object is achieved in that a cap is designed as a wing cap whose width and height is 3 to 6 cm, so that they can not be swallowed by small children. Wing caps can be in different

Formen nahezu unabhängig vom Durchmesser der Behälteröffnung hergestellt werden und somit an die Anatomie eines Kleinkinds optimal angepasst werden, so dass eine Gesundheitsgefährdung durch Verschlucken ausgeschlossen werden kann.Forms are made almost independent of the diameter of the container opening and thus optimally adapted to the anatomy of a toddler, so that a health hazard can be excluded by swallowing.

Ferner umfasst die Verschlusskappe einen Grundkörper, der mit dem Behälter in Eingriff gebracht werden kann, und mindestens einen über die Mantelfläche des Grundkörpers bezüglich der Verschlussrichtung seitlich vorstehenden Flügel zum Betätigen der Verschlusskappe. Dadurch eignet sich die Verschlusskappe besonders für Schraubverschlüsse.Furthermore, the closure cap comprises a base body which can be brought into engagement with the container, and at least one wing projecting laterally over the lateral surface of the base body with respect to the closure direction for actuating the closure cap. As a result, the cap is particularly suitable for screw caps.

Ferner umfasst der Flügel zwei miteinander im Wesentlichen fluchtende seitliche Abschnitte. Diese Form ist bei flachen Behälterbeuteln besonders ergonomisch und erlaubt eine hohe Packungsdichte.Furthermore, the wing comprises two mutually substantially aligned lateral sections. This shape is particularly ergonomic with flat container bags and allows a high packing density.

Da der Flügel einen bügelförmigen Abschnitt umfasst, der die seitlichen Abschnitte verbindet, ist zwischen dem Flügel und dem Grundkörper eine Ausnehmung ausgebildet. Dies spart Material. Außerdem kann die Ausnehmung als Befestigungslasche verwendet werden.Since the wing comprises a bow-shaped section connecting the lateral sections, a recess is formed between the wing and the base body. This saves material. In addition, the recess can be used as a fastening tab.

Die Ausnehmung ist über dem Grundkörper angeordnet. Ein zugehöriger Behälter kann dadurch in einer hängenden Position gelagert werden.The recess is arranged above the base body. An associated container can thereby be stored in a hanging position.

Bei einer günstigen Weiterbildung der Erfindung ist die Ausnehmung im Wesentlichen symmetrisch zu einer Hauptachse des Grundkörpers angeordnet. Diese erleichtert das Aufhängen des Behälters in einer vertikalen Ausrichtung.In a favorable development of the invention, the recess is arranged substantially symmetrically to a main axis of the main body. This facilitates hanging the container in a vertical orientation.

Vorzugsweise nimmt die Breite des Flügels nach oben hin ab. Dadurch kann Material eingespart und die Verschlusskappe besonders ergonomisch und optisch ansprechend an eine vorgegebene Behälterform angepasst werden.Preferably, the width of the wing decreases from the top. As a result, material can be saved and the cap can be adapted particularly ergonomically and visually appealing to a given container shape.

Bei einer besonders günstigen Ausgestaltung hat der Flügel im Wesentlichen die Form eines Parabelbogens mit oben liegendem Scheitelpunkt, oder die Form eines aufrecht stehenden gleichschenkligen Dreiecks mit abgerundeten Ecken, oder entspricht einer Kombination aus diesen Formen. Dadurch ist die Verschlucksicherheit der abgenommenen Verschlusskappe unabhängig von deren räumlicher Orientierung im Mund eines Kleinkinds.In a particularly advantageous embodiment, the wing has substantially the shape of a parabolic arch with top vertex, or the shape of an upright isosceles triangle with rounded corners, or corresponds to a combination of these forms. Thus, the Verschlucksicherheit the removed cap is independent of their spatial orientation in the mouth of an infant.

Vorzugsweise hat der Flügel im Wesentlichen die Form eines Dreiecks mit einer Schenkellänge von 2,5 bis 6 cm. Diese Ausgestaltung ist besonders verschlucksicher.Preferably, the wing has substantially the shape of a triangle with a leg length of 2.5 to 6 cm. This embodiment is particularly verschluckicher.

Es ist ferner vorteilhaft, wenn die Dicke des Flügels in einem umlaufenden randnahen Abschnitt größer ist als in einem zentralen Abschnitt. Dadurch kann Material gespart und die Ergonomie verbessert werden. Insbesondere wird das Abrutschen der Finger beim Betätigen des Verschlusses erschwert. Außerdem wird dadurch vor der Abfüllung vermieden, dass sich bei den als Schüttgut vorliegenden Verschlusskappen einzelne Kappen ineinander verkeilen können, da der randnahe Abschnitt des Flügels nicht in den Spalt zwischen dem Grundkörper und der Verschlusssicherung rutschen kann.It is also advantageous if the thickness of the wing in a circumferential edge near section is greater than in a central portion. This can save material and improve ergonomics. In particular, the slipping of the fingers during actuation of the closure is made more difficult. In addition, it is thereby avoided prior to filling, that in the caps present as bulk caps individual caps can wedged into each other, since the edge near the portion of the wing can not slip into the gap between the body and the lock fuse.

Bei einer bevorzugten Ausgestaltung ist die Verschlusskappe schraubbar. Dies ermöglicht einen sicheren und dichten Verschluss, insbesondere bei Behältern für flüssige bzw. fließfähige Lebensmittel.In a preferred embodiment, the closure cap can be screwed. This allows a secure and tight closure, especially in containers for liquid or flowable food.

Vorzugsweise besteht die Verschlusskappe aus einem elastischen Vollmaterial, insbesondere aus PE, PP, einem PP-Copolymer, einem PP-PE-Copolymer oder einem PP-PE-Blend. Dies ermöglicht einen dichten Sitz der Verschlusskappe auch ohne zusätzliche Dichtungen.Preferably, the closure cap consists of an elastic solid material, in particular of PE, PP, a PP copolymer, a PP-PE copolymer or a PP-PE blend. This allows a tight fit of the cap even without additional seals.

Vorzugsweise besteht die Verschlusskappe aus einem biologisch abbaubaren Material. Dies schont die Umwelt.Preferably, the closure cap is made of a biodegradable material. This protects the environment.

Es ist ferner vorteilhaft, wenn die Verschlusskappe eine Verschlusssicherung umfasst. Dadurch lässt sich erkennen, ob ein Behälter bereits einmal geöffnet war.It is also advantageous if the closure cap comprises a closure security. This indicates whether a container has already been opened.

Die Erfindung betrifft außerdem einen Behälter zur Aufbewahrung von flüssigem Gut nach Anspruch 13, mit einer erfindungsgemäßen Verschlusskappe.The invention also relates to a container for storing liquid goods according to claim 13, with a closure cap according to the invention.

Vorzugsweise beträgt das Verhältnis einer größten Abmessung des Behälters, insbesondere dessen Höhe oder Breite, zur Breite und/oder zur Höhe der Flügelkappe zwischen 2 und 7.Preferably, the ratio of a maximum dimension of the container, in particular its height or width, to the width and / or height of the wing cap is between 2 and 7.

Eine erfindungsgemäße Ausführungsform der Erfindung ist in der Zeichnung dargestellt. Es zeigen:

Fig. 1a bis 1c :
die Hauptansichten (Vorderansicht, Seitenansicht und Draufsicht) der erfin- dungsgemäßen Verschlusskappe;
Fig. 2
eine Schrägansicht der Verschlusskappe von unten; und
Fig. 3
einen Querschnitt der Verschlusskappe aus Fig. 1, gesehen durch die Schnittebene A - A der Fig. 1.
Fig. 4
einen Querschnitt der Verschlusskappe aus Fig. 1, gesehen durch die Schnittebene B - B der Fig. 1.
An embodiment of the invention is shown in the drawing. Show it:
1a to 1c:
the main views (front view, side view and top view) of the closure cap according to the invention;
Fig. 2
an oblique view of the cap from below; and
Fig. 3
a cross-section of the cap Fig. 1 , seen through the section plane A - A of the Fig. 1 ,
Fig. 4
a cross-section of the cap Fig. 1 , seen through the section plane B - B of Fig. 1 ,

Wie die Fig. 1 a bis 1 c erkennen lassen, umfasst die verschlucksichere Verschlusskappe 1 einen im Wesentlichen zylindrischen Grundkörper 3 und einen bezüglich seiner Hauptachse 3a symmetrischen, aus der Mantelfläche 3b des Grundkörpers seitlich vorragenden Flügel 5 zum Betätigen der Verschlusskappe 1, wobei die Verschlussrichtung durch den Pfeil C symbolisiert ist. Der Flügel 5 umfasst seitliche, miteinander fluchtende Abschnitte 5a,b und einen bügelförmigen Abschnitt 5c, wobei die Abschnitte 5a-c zusammen mit dem Grundkörper 3 eine Ausnehmung 7 umschließen.As the Fig. 1 a to 1 c can recognize the non-latching cap 1 comprises a substantially cylindrical body 3 and a symmetrical with respect to its main axis 3a, from the lateral surface 3b of the body laterally projecting wings 5 for actuating the cap 1, wherein the closing direction is symbolized by the arrow C. The wing 5 comprises lateral, mutually aligned portions 5a, b and a bow-shaped portion 5c, wherein the portions 5a-c together with the base body 3 surround a recess 7.

Aus Fig. 2 wird ferner deutlich, dass in dem Grundkörper 3 ein Innengewinde 9 vorgesehen ist, mit dem die Verschlusskappe 1 auf das Außengewinde einer (nicht dargestellten) Behälteröffnung aufgeschraubt werden kann. Weiterhin ist an der Verschlusskappe 1 eine herkömmliche Verschlusssicherung 11 vorgesehen. Diese stellt in erster Linie sicher, dass ein verschlossener Behälter zuvor noch nicht geöffnet wurde bzw. dass erkannt werden kann, ob ein Behälter bereits einmal geöffnet war.Out Fig. 2 It is also clear that in the base body 3, an internal thread 9 is provided, with which the closure cap 1 can be screwed onto the external thread of a (not shown) container opening. Furthermore, a conventional closure 11 is provided on the cap 1. This primarily ensures that a sealed container has not previously been opened or that it can be detected whether a container has already been opened once.

Fig. 3 verdeutlicht den Querschnitt des Flügels 5 unterhalb der Ausnehmung 7, wobei die Dicke D des Flügels 5 von einer minimalen Dicke D1 in einem zentralen Übergangsbereich 5d zum Grundkörper 3 bis zu einer maximalen Dicke D2 in dem umlaufenden Randbereich 5e des Flügels 5 nach außen hin zunimmt. Dadurch erhält man eine besonders griffgünstige Form, so dass die Finger, insbesondere die eines Kleinkinds, beim Betätigen des Verschlusses weniger leicht abrutschen können. Außerdem verhindert der verdickte Randbereich 5e, dass sich Verschlusskappen 1, die vor der Abfüllung zuerst als Schüttgut vorliegen und dann vereinzelt werden, ineinander verkeilen können, da die Dicke D2 größer ist als die Weite des zwischen dem Grundkörper 3 und der Verschlusssicherung 11 ausgebildeten Spalts. Somit kann sich der Flügel 5 trotz einer Material sparenden Formgebung nicht in diesem Spalt verkeilen. Fig. 3 illustrates the cross section of the wing 5 below the recess 7, wherein the thickness D of the wing 5 from a minimum thickness D 1 in a central transition region 5d to the base body 3 to a maximum thickness D 2 in the peripheral edge region 5e of the wing 5 to the outside increases. This gives a particularly handy shape, so that the fingers, especially those of a small child, can slip off less easily when operating the closure. In addition, the thickened edge region 5e prevents closure caps 1, which are present as bulk material before filling and are then separated, from becoming wedged into one another, since the thickness D 2 is greater than the width of the gap formed between the base body 3 and the closure safety 11 , Thus, the wing 5 can not wedge in this gap despite a material-saving design.

Fig. 4 verdeutlicht den Querschnitt des Flügels 5 auf Höhe der Ausnehmung 7. Auch hier wird die maximale Dicke D2 im wulstförmigen Außenbereich 5e erreicht, wobei die Dicke D des bügelförmigen Abschnitts 5c zur Ausnehmung 7 hin abnimmt. Dieses Profil ermöglicht eine Materialersparnis bei ausreichender Steifigkeit des Flügels 5. Fig. 4 illustrates the cross section of the wing 5 at the level of the recess 7. Again, the maximum thickness D 2 is achieved in the bead-shaped outer region 5e, wherein the thickness D of the bow-shaped portion 5c to the recess 7 decreases towards. This profile allows a material savings with sufficient rigidity of the wing. 5

Die Ausnehmung 7 ermöglicht zum Einen ebenfalls eine Materialersparnis, zum Anderen eignet sich die Ausnehmung 7 als Aufhängelasche für die Verschlusskappe 1 bzw. einen Behälter mit aufgeschraubter Verschlusskappe 1. Dies erleichtert sowohl die Bereitstellung in Verkaufsregalen als auch die Lagerung bzw. den Transport durch den Verbraucher.On the one hand, the recess 7 also makes it possible to save material. On the other hand, the recess 7 is suitable as a suspension lug for the closure cap 1 or a container with a screwed cap 1. This facilitates both the provision on store shelves and the storage or transport by the consumer ,

Die Ausnehmung 7 ist zudem bevorzugt mittig über dem Grundkörper 3 angeordnet, um eine ausbalancierte, hängende Lagerung zu erleichtern. Dies gilt insbesondere für den oberen Bereich 7a der Ausnehmung, der bei der Lagerung gegebenenfalls auf einem Befestigungshaken aufliegt.The recess 7 is also preferably arranged centrally above the base body 3 in order to facilitate a balanced, hanging storage. This is especially true for the upper portion 7a of the recess, which optionally rests on a mounting hook during storage.

Es ist trotz der beschriebenen Vorteile jedoch denkbar, den Flügel 5 ohne Ausnehmung 7, mit einer asymmetrischen Ausnehmung 7 oder mit mehreren Ausnehmungen 7 auszubilden. Auch das beschriebene Querschnittsprofil des Flügels 5 ist nicht zwingend notwendig.However, it is conceivable despite the advantages described, the wing 5 without recess 7, with an asymmetrical recess 7 or with a plurality of recesses 7 form. The described cross-sectional profile of the wing 5 is not absolutely necessary.

Wie der Vorderansicht der Fig. 1 zu entnehmen ist, entspricht die Form der Verschlusskappe 1, insbesondere die des Flügels 5, im wesentlichen einer Kombination aus einem gleichschenkligen Dreieck mit abgerundeten Kanten (auf der behälterseitigen Unterseite des Flügels 5) und einem Parabelbogen mit oben liegendem Scheitelpunkt. Diese im Wesentlichen dreieckige Form des Flügels 5 hat den Vorteil, dass die Verschlucksicherheit der Verschlusskappe 1 unabhängig von ihrer räumlichen Orientierung ist. Dies wird bei vergleichsweise geringem Materialeinsatz erreicht. Die abgerundeten Kanten bzw. Ecken des Flügels 5 sind nicht zwingend erforderlich, sie verringern jedoch etwaige Verletzungsrisiken zusätzlich.Like the front view of the Fig. 1 it can be seen, corresponds to the shape of the cap 1, in particular that of the wing 5, essentially a combination of an isosceles triangle with rounded edges (on the container-side underside of the wing 5) and a parabola with overhead vertex. This substantially triangular shape of the wing 5 has the advantage that the Verschlucksicherheit the cap 1 is independent of their spatial orientation. This is achieved with comparatively low material usage. The rounded edges or corners of the wing 5 are not absolutely necessary, but they additionally reduce any risk of injury.

Die Schenkellänge der im Wesentlichen dreieckigen Form beträgt vorzugsweise 2,5 bis 6 cm. Die Breite E und die Höhe F des Flügels 5 liegt jeweils in einem Bereich von 3 bis 6 cm.The leg length of the substantially triangular shape is preferably 2.5 to 6 cm. The width E and the height F of the wing 5 are each in a range of 3 to 6 cm.

Die beschriebene Formgebung ist jedoch nicht zwingend. Es ist z. B. möglich, die Form der Verschlusskappe 1 an eine vorgegebene Behälterform anzupassen, z. B. um eine besonders vorteilhafte Ergonomie zu erzielen. Insbesondere muss der Flügel nicht zwingend symmetrisch bezüglich der Hauptachse 3' des Grundkörpers 3 sein; er könnte beispielsweise auf einer Seite oder auf beiden Seiten eines zugehörigen Behälters überstehen. Auch die Formgebung und das Größenverhältnis der seitlichen Flügelabschnitte 5a,b und des bügelförmigen Abschnitts 5c kann vom Ausführungsbeispiel abweichen. Beispielsweise könnte die Ausnehmung 7 kleiner sein, der bügelförmige Abschnitt dicker. Entscheidend ist, dass die Form und Größe der Verschlusskappe 1 an die Anatomie eines Kleinkinds so angepasst ist, dass ein Verschlucken zuverlässig verhindert wird.However, the described shaping is not mandatory. It is Z. B. possible to adapt the shape of the cap 1 to a predetermined container shape, z. B. to achieve a particularly advantageous ergonomics. In particular, the wing does not necessarily have to be symmetrical with respect to the main axis 3 'of the main body 3; For example, it could survive on one side or on both sides of an associated container. The shape and the size ratio of the side wing portions 5a, b and the bow-shaped portion 5c may differ from the embodiment. For example, the recess 7 could be smaller, the bow-shaped portion thicker. It is crucial that the shape and size of the cap 1 is adapted to the anatomy of a toddler so that swallowing is reliably prevented.

Während große Gebinde gegebenenfalls mit entsprechend weiten Öffnungen und großen Verschlusskappen versehen sind, ist es gerade bei kleineren Behältern mit portioniertem Inhalt zur Erhöhung der Verschlucksicherheit besonders wichtig, die Verschlusskappe 1 im Vergleich zum Behälter ausreichend groß auszubilden. Die verschlucksichere Verschlusskappe 1 ist daher besonders vorteilhaft für Behälter bis zu 1 I Inhalt, insbesondere für Behälter bis zu 500 ml Inhalt, und ganz besonders für Behälter bis zu 330 ml Inhalt. Das Verhältnis des Behältervolumens zu dem Volumen der Verschlusskappe 1, bestimmt durch deren äußere Konturen, beträgt vorzugsweise 1 bis 50, insbesondere 2 bis 10. Das Verhältnis einer größten Abmessung eines zugehörigen Behälters, wie z. B. dessen Höhe, zur Breite E und/oder zur Höhe F des Flügels 5 beträgt vorzugsweise 1 bis 10, insbesondere 2 bis 7; ergonomisch besonders günstig und optisch besonders ansprechend ist ein Verhältnis von 2 bis 4.While large containers are optionally provided with correspondingly wide openings and large caps, it is particularly important for smaller containers with portioned content to increase the security against swallowing, make the cap 1 sufficiently large compared to the container. The spill-resistant cap 1 is therefore particularly advantageous for containers up to 1 I content, especially for containers up to 500 ml content, and especially for containers up to 330 ml content. The ratio of the container volume to the volume of the closure cap 1, determined by its outer contours, is preferably 1 to 50, in particular 2 to 10. The ratio of a largest dimension of an associated container, such. B. its height to the width E and / or the height F of the wing 5 is preferably 1 to 10, in particular 2 to 7; Ergonomically particularly favorable and visually appealing is a ratio of 2 to 4.

Im Beispiel ist der Flügel 5 im Wesentlichen plattenförmig, so dass die seitlichen Bereiche 5a,b miteinander im Wesentlichen fluchten bzw. in einer gemeinsamen Ebene liegen. Dies ist aus ergonomischer und verpackungstechnischer Sicht vor allem bei flachen Getränkebeuteln vorteilhaft. Je nach Behälterform ist es jedoch auch denkbar, dass ferner mehrere, z. B. orthogonal zueinander ausgerichtete Flügel 5 in einer Verschlusskappe 1 kombiniert werden. Entscheidend ist, dass die Form und Dimensionierung ein Verschlucken der Verschlusskappe 1 durch Kinder, insbesondere Kleinkinder, verhindert.In the example, the wing 5 is substantially plate-shaped, so that the lateral areas 5a, b are substantially flush with each other or lie in a common plane. This is advantageous from an ergonomic and packaging point of view, especially in the case of flat beverage bags. Depending on the container shape, however, it is also conceivable that more, z. B. orthogonally aligned wings 5 are combined in a cap 1. It is crucial that the shape and dimensioning prevents ingestion of the cap 1 by children, especially infants prevented.

Bezüglich der Orientierung der Verschlusskappe 1 wird vorstehend von einem stehenden bzw. hängenden Behälter mit auf dessen Oberseite vorgesehener Öffnung ausgegangen. Es versteht sich jedoch von selbst, dass die Verschlusskappe 1 auch für seitliche oder unten liegende Behälteröffnungen geeignet ist.With regard to the orientation of the closure cap 1, the above is assumed to be a standing or hanging container with an opening provided on its top side. However, it goes without saying that the cap 1 is also suitable for side or bottom container openings.

Die Erfindung ist für Schraubverschlüsse besonders vorteilhaft. Sie könnte jedoch auch für andere Verschlüsse, wie z. B. Bajonettverschlüsse, Klemmverschlüsse oder Push-Pull-Verschlüsse verwendet werden. Die erfindungsgemäße Verschlusskappe 1 wäre auch dann von Vorteil, wenn diese eigentlich an einem Behälter befestigt wäre und sich beispielsweise nach unsachgemäßem Gebrauch von diesem gelöst hätte.The invention is particularly advantageous for screw caps. However, you could also for other closures, such. As bayonet, clamp or push-pull closures are used. The closure cap 1 according to the invention would also be advantageous if it were actually attached to a container and would have become detached from it, for example, after improper use.

Die Verschlusskappe 1 ist bevorzugt aus einem elastischen, abdichtenden Material gefertigt, wie beispielsweise Polyethylen (PE), Polypropylen (PP), einem PP-Copolymer, einem PP-PE-Copolymer oder einem PP-PE-Blend. Je nach Verwendungszweck eignen sich alsThe closure cap 1 is preferably made of an elastic, sealing material, such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), a PP copolymer, a PP-PE copolymer or a PP-PE blend. Depending on the intended use are as

Material für die Verschlusskappe 1 ferner Polyamid, Acrylnitril-Butadien-Styrol und Polyoxymethylen.Material for the cap 1 further polyamide, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene and polyoxymethylene.

Bei der Verwendung mit Lebensmittelbehältern muss die Verschlusskappe 1 den einschlägigen Bestimmungen genügen und ist in diesem Fall aus einem für Lebensmittel unbedenklichen Material gefertigt.When used with food containers, the cap 1 must meet the relevant provisions and is made in this case of a food safe material.

Die Verschlusskappe 1 ist jedoch nicht auf eine Verwendung im Lebensmittelbereich beschränkt. Sie kann beispielsweise auch für Behälter zur Aufbewahrung von Produkten zur Körperpflege, Haushaltsreinigung oder technischen Anwendung, wie z. B. Seifen, Spülmittel und Kleber verwendet werden.However, the cap 1 is not limited to use in the food industry. It can also be used, for example, for containers for the storage of personal care products, household cleaning or technical application, such. As soaps, detergents and adhesives are used.

Aus Gründen des Umweltschutzes besteht besonderer Bedarf für eine verschlucksichere Verschlusskappe 1, die aus einem biologisch abbaubaren Material hergestellt ist.For reasons of environmental protection, there is a particular need for a lock-resistant cap 1, which is made of a biodegradable material.

Die Verschlusskappe 1 eignet sich besonders für Behälter, in denen flüssige bzw. fließfähige Stoffe gelagert und transportiert werden, und verhindert zuverlässig, dass sie von Kleinkindern verschluckt werden kann.The cap 1 is particularly suitable for containers in which liquid or flowable materials are stored and transported, and reliably prevents them from being swallowed by small children.

Claims (13)

  1. Closure cap (1) for containers, in particular for containers for storing foodstuffs, and in particular for drink pouches, wherein the closure cap (1) is in the form of a wing cap which cannot be swallowed by small children, comprising
    a basic body (3) which can be brought into engagement with a container, and at least one wing (5) for activating the closure cap (1), said wing (5) protruding laterally beyond the lateral surface (3b) of the basic body (3) with regard to the closing direction (C), wherein
    the wing (5) comprises two lateral portions (5a, b) that are substantially aligned with one another,
    characterized in that
    the width (E) and the height (F) of the closure cap (1) are 3 to 6 cm, and
    the wing also comprises a bow-shaped portion (5c) which connects the lateral portions (5a, b) so that a clearance (7) is formed between the wing (5) and the basic body (3).
  2. Closure cap according to Claim 1, characterized in that the clearance (7) is arranged over the basic body (3).
  3. Closure cap according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the clearance (7) is arranged in a substantially symmetrical manner to a main axis (3a) of the basic body (3).
  4. Closure cap according to at least one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the width (E) of the wing (5) decreases towards the top.
  5. Closure cap according to at least one of Claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the wing (5) is substantially parabola-shaped with the vertex at the top, or is in the shape of an upright, isosceles triangle having rounded corners, or a combination of these shapes.
  6. Closure cap according to at least one of Claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the wing (5) has a substantially triangular shape with a side length of 2.5 to 6 cm.
  7. Closure cap according to at least one of Claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the thickness (D) of the wing (5) is greater in a surrounding peripheral portion (5e) than in a central portion (5d).
  8. Closure cap according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closure cap (1) is screwable.
  9. Closure cap according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closure cap (1) consists of an elastic solid material, in particular of PE, PP, a PP copolymer, a PP/PE copolymer or a PP/PE blend.
  10. Closure cap according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closure cap (1) consists of a biodegradable material.
  11. Closure cap according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closure cap (1) comprises a tamper evident means (11).
  12. Container for storing liquid material, having a closure cap according to one of the preceding claims.
  13. Container according to Claim 12, characterized in that the ratio of a greatest dimension of the container, in particular the height or width thereof, to the width (E) and/or to the height (F) of the wing cap (1) is between 2 and 7.
EP10163268A 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Anti-choking closure for container Active EP2253555B1 (en)

Priority Applications (6)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
EP12160581.0A EP2468658B1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Swallow-proof closure cap for container, in particular food container and in particular drink bag
SI201030062T SI2253555T1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Anti-choking closure for container
PL10163268T PL2253555T3 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Anti-choking closure for container
PL12160581T PL2468658T3 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Swallow-proof closure cap for container, in particular food container and in particular drink bag
DK12160581.0T DK2468658T3 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Swallow-proof closure cap for containers, especially food containers and especially drinking bags
CY20121100576T CY1113517T1 (en) 2009-05-19 2012-06-27 CLOSER LID FOR RECEPTIONS, SAFE AGAINST SWALLOW

Applications Claiming Priority (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
DE202009007163U DE202009007163U1 (en) 2009-05-19 2009-05-19 Non-slip closure cap for containers, in particular food containers and in particular beverage bags

Related Child Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP12160581.0 Division-Into 2012-03-21

Publications (2)

Publication Number Publication Date
EP2253555A1 EP2253555A1 (en) 2010-11-24
EP2253555B1 true EP2253555B1 (en) 2012-05-30

Family

ID=42229178

Family Applications (2)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP10163268A Active EP2253555B1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Anti-choking closure for container
EP12160581.0A Active EP2468658B1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Swallow-proof closure cap for container, in particular food container and in particular drink bag

Family Applications After (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
EP12160581.0A Active EP2468658B1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-05-19 Swallow-proof closure cap for container, in particular food container and in particular drink bag

Country Status (16)

Country Link
US (3) US20100294773A1 (en)
EP (2) EP2253555B1 (en)
KR (2) KR20100124662A (en)
BR (1) BRPI1001618A2 (en)
CA (1) CA2701415C (en)
CY (2) CY1113517T1 (en)
DE (1) DE202009007163U1 (en)
DK (2) DK2253555T3 (en)
ES (2) ES2426335T3 (en)
HK (2) HK1150587A1 (en)
HR (2) HRP20120677T1 (en)
MX (2) MX2010005444A (en)
PL (2) PL2468658T3 (en)
PT (2) PT2468658E (en)
SI (2) SI2468658T1 (en)
SM (2) SMT201200037B (en)

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US9938048B2 (en) 2014-02-03 2018-04-10 Cellpack Ag Container closure

Families Citing this family (8)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
DE202009007163U1 (en) 2009-05-19 2010-10-14 Deutsche Sisi-Werke Gmbh & Co. Betriebs Kg Non-slip closure cap for containers, in particular food containers and in particular beverage bags
USD825330S1 (en) * 2014-03-28 2018-08-14 Hossai Tahmas Combined container lid and measuring spoon
USD787935S1 (en) * 2015-03-24 2017-05-30 Mark Christian Kaiser Growler lid with carrying handle
US10654628B2 (en) * 2017-11-01 2020-05-19 Scholle Ipn Ip Bv Cap for a pouch
USD949015S1 (en) * 2019-12-12 2022-04-19 Henkel Ag & Co. Kgaa Dispensing nozzle
USD1036263S1 (en) 2020-11-24 2024-07-23 Henkel Ag & Co. Kgaa Bottle with applicator and cap
US20230056366A1 (en) * 2021-08-19 2023-02-23 Barton Group, Llc Thermoformed flexible package with enlarged integral removable tab at distal end of dispensing tube
US20230115915A1 (en) * 2021-10-11 2023-04-13 C&S Healthcare Consulting LLC Safety cap for laboratory and consumable containers

Family Cites Families (29)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US866318A (en) * 1906-08-14 1907-09-17 Aluminum Cooking Utensil Co Kettle-cover.
US1423464A (en) * 1922-01-20 1922-07-18 Shaw Specialty Co Inc Stopper for hot-water bottles
FR1404567A (en) * 1964-05-20 1965-07-02 Hook-shaped, ring-shaped stopper for tubes and bottles of various materials
US4502616A (en) * 1982-01-04 1985-03-05 Health Care Concepts, Inc. Single use vial
IT8253314V0 (en) * 1983-11-04 1982-05-21 Farmigea Spa SINGLE-DOSE OR MULTI-DOSE CONTAINERS IF OF PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS
DE3526113A1 (en) * 1985-07-22 1987-01-29 Werner Brogli SINGLE OR MULTIPLE-WAY CONTAINER FOR GRAZY FILLED GOODS
US4664278A (en) * 1986-06-25 1987-05-12 Owens-Illinois, Inc. Tamper indicating package
US4981228A (en) * 1989-02-16 1991-01-01 Kahn Richard M Bottle opener and closure cap
CA2086916A1 (en) * 1992-01-17 1993-07-18 John D. Culter Flexible bottle having an improved, integral closure
US5184740A (en) * 1992-02-14 1993-02-09 Mandrell Ii Gerald W Contianer cap
JPH07329994A (en) * 1994-06-10 1995-12-19 Yoshida Kogyo Kk <Ykk> Multi-range type parallel tube and production thereof
US5588552A (en) * 1995-06-05 1996-12-31 Johnson; Timothy C. Disposable rolled rim cup and lid closure
US5908124A (en) * 1997-11-03 1999-06-01 Owens-Brockway Plastic Products Inc. One piece blow molded plastic squeeze tube with an integral twist off closure
FI980974A (en) * 1998-05-04 1999-11-05 Sami Kalervo Hokkanen Bottle closure
ES2238450T3 (en) * 2000-06-07 2005-09-01 LOCTITE (R &amp; D) LIMITED DISPENSER PACKING THAT INCLUDES A NOZZLE ASSEMBLY WITH A REUSABLE REMOVABLE PLUG AND COMBINED PACKAGING.
KR20010111073A (en) * 2001-11-08 2001-12-15 임형윤 Support device for cap of pet bottle
CA2388523A1 (en) * 2002-05-31 2003-11-30 The Trek Company, Inc. Hot-fillable container and method for bottling a beverage
USD482607S1 (en) * 2002-10-07 2003-11-25 The Trek Company, Inc. Combined container and lid
US6799699B1 (en) * 2003-05-28 2004-10-05 Lemarr Stephen Todd Dual chamber, heat sealable vial
US20040250386A1 (en) * 2003-05-30 2004-12-16 Edward Goldberg Carabiner device for containers
US6991140B2 (en) 2003-06-02 2006-01-31 E.I. Du Pont De Nemours And Company, Inc. Fitment for a flexible pouch with child-safety properties
ITMO20030283A1 (en) * 2003-10-21 2005-04-22 Lameplast Spa BOTTLE FOR FLUID PRODUCTS, PARTICULARLY PHARMACEUTICAL,
KR20070045317A (en) 2004-08-11 2007-05-02 도요 세이칸 가부시키가이샤 Biodegradable cap having excellent uncapping properties and vessel with biodegradable cap
KR20040096995A (en) 2004-10-11 2004-11-17 이정민 One-touch type discharging device which has hanging ring and is repeatedly usable
DE102005028992A1 (en) * 2005-06-21 2007-01-04 Helmut Obieglo Screw top or push-on closure for container, has diametrally-extended wings acting as eccentric lever arms facilitating application of torque about closure axis
US7762437B2 (en) * 2005-08-26 2010-07-27 Chef'n Corporation Liquid container and lid for same
DE602008003722D1 (en) * 2007-09-07 2011-01-13 Ipn Ip Bv An obstruction preventing safety closure assembly for a container, container with such closures, and method of making a filled container with a clogging preventing safety closure assembly
USD631346S1 (en) * 2009-05-19 2011-01-25 Deutsche Sisi-Werke Gmbh & Co. Betriebs Kg Safety closure for a pouch
DE202009007163U1 (en) * 2009-05-19 2010-10-14 Deutsche Sisi-Werke Gmbh & Co. Betriebs Kg Non-slip closure cap for containers, in particular food containers and in particular beverage bags

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US9938048B2 (en) 2014-02-03 2018-04-10 Cellpack Ag Container closure

Also Published As

Publication number Publication date
EP2468658A1 (en) 2012-06-27
SI2468658T1 (en) 2013-10-30
HK1171725A1 (en) 2013-04-05
EP2253555A1 (en) 2010-11-24
US20100294773A1 (en) 2010-11-25
KR20130087451A (en) 2013-08-06
SMT201200037B (en) 2012-09-07
PT2468658E (en) 2013-08-02
PT2253555E (en) 2012-06-25
ES2426335T3 (en) 2013-10-22
PL2468658T3 (en) 2013-12-31
EP2468658B1 (en) 2013-07-10
MX2010005444A (en) 2010-11-18
SMT201300084B (en) 2013-09-06
KR20100124662A (en) 2010-11-29
CY1114278T1 (en) 2016-08-31
DK2253555T3 (en) 2012-08-20
PL2253555T3 (en) 2012-10-31
BRPI1001618A2 (en) 2014-04-15
US20140151375A1 (en) 2014-06-05
HRP20120677T1 (en) 2012-10-31
DE202009007163U1 (en) 2010-10-14
CY1113517T1 (en) 2016-06-22
MX343722B (en) 2016-11-17
SI2253555T1 (en) 2012-09-28
US9637279B2 (en) 2017-05-02
HRP20130940T1 (en) 2013-11-08
DK2468658T3 (en) 2013-10-14
CA2701415A1 (en) 2010-11-19
CA2701415C (en) 2012-08-07
HK1150587A1 (en) 2012-01-06
USD764915S1 (en) 2016-08-30
ES2387476T3 (en) 2012-09-24

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
EP2253555B1 (en) Anti-choking closure for container
EP2393401B1 (en) Closure for a beverage container
EP2540638B1 (en) Nestable packaging containers
EP2583912B1 (en) Packaging container
EP2814753A2 (en) Closure for packaging
DE3629289A1 (en) CHILD-SAFE SCREW CAP
DE102015114732B3 (en) Drinking glass, in particular for use in a combination of beverage bottle and drinking glass
EP2757051B1 (en) Cup with drink-through lid
DE8226733U1 (en) Cups for packaging food
DE69009037T2 (en) Packaging for liquid or granular products.
DE2555321B2 (en) CONTAINERS FOR STORING, DISPLAYING AND SERVING IN PARTICULAR BLOCK SHAPED FOOD
WO1991000223A1 (en) Package for pourable substances
EP3075676B1 (en) Packaging container having an integrally connected bail
DE202009008097U1 (en) Packaging container for holding food
DE3927466C2 (en)
DE102020119507A1 (en) Food packaging consisting of an outer shell and an inlay arranged detachably fastened therein
WO2020070548A1 (en) Device for partially opening, and for closing, cans
DE102015116527B3 (en) Plastic container for closing with a cam screw cap
AT411672B (en) BOTTLE WITH RECESSED HANDLES
DE202013004169U1 (en) Packaging container for pourable bulk goods, especially food
EP2844578A1 (en) Hinged closure for bottles and other containers
AT412641B (en) SPRING INSERT FOR CANS
DE20119298U1 (en) spoon
DE1226033B (en) Pack, especially for chocolate
AT12360U1 (en) GASTRONORM CONTAINERS

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
PUAI Public reference made under article 153(3) epc to a published international application that has entered the european phase

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009012

AK Designated contracting states

Kind code of ref document: A1

Designated state(s): AL AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GB GR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MC MK MT NL NO PL PT RO SE SI SK SM TR

AX Request for extension of the european patent

Extension state: BA ME RS

17P Request for examination filed

Effective date: 20110520

17Q First examination report despatched

Effective date: 20110816

GRAP Despatch of communication of intention to grant a patent

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: EPIDOSNIGR1

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HK

Ref legal event code: DE

Ref document number: 1150587

Country of ref document: HK

RIN1 Information on inventor provided before grant (corrected)

Inventor name: SCHWARTZ, ERHARD

Inventor name: SCHMITT, CHRISTOPHER

RAP1 Party data changed (applicant data changed or rights of an application transferred)

Owner name: DEUTSCHE SISI-WERKE BETRIEBS GMBH

GRAS Grant fee paid

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: EPIDOSNIGR3

GRAA (expected) grant

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009210

AK Designated contracting states

Kind code of ref document: B1

Designated state(s): AL AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GB GR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MC MK MT NL NO PL PT RO SE SI SK SM TR

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: GB

Ref legal event code: FG4D

Free format text: NOT ENGLISH

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: CH

Ref legal event code: EP

Ref country code: CH

Ref legal event code: NV

Representative=s name: DIPL.-ING. HORST QUEHL PATENTANWALT

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: AT

Ref legal event code: REF

Ref document number: 559963

Country of ref document: AT

Kind code of ref document: T

Effective date: 20120615

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: IE

Ref legal event code: FG4D

Free format text: LANGUAGE OF EP DOCUMENT: GERMAN

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: PT

Ref legal event code: SC4A

Free format text: AVAILABILITY OF NATIONAL TRANSLATION

Effective date: 20120614

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: RO

Ref legal event code: EPE

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DE

Ref legal event code: R096

Ref document number: 502010000819

Country of ref document: DE

Effective date: 20120726

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: NO

Ref legal event code: T2

Effective date: 20120530

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: NL

Ref legal event code: T3

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: EE

Ref legal event code: FG4A

Ref document number: E006715

Country of ref document: EE

Effective date: 20120531

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DK

Ref legal event code: T3

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HR

Ref legal event code: TUEP

Ref document number: P20120677

Country of ref document: HR

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: SE

Ref legal event code: TRGR

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: ES

Ref legal event code: FG2A

Ref document number: 2387476

Country of ref document: ES

Kind code of ref document: T3

Effective date: 20120924

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: GR

Ref legal event code: EP

Ref document number: 20120401891

Country of ref document: GR

Effective date: 20120920

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HR

Ref legal event code: T1PR

Ref document number: P20120677

Country of ref document: HR

Ref country code: PL

Ref legal event code: T3

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: SK

Ref legal event code: T3

Ref document number: E 12345

Country of ref document: SK

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HK

Ref legal event code: GR

Ref document number: 1150587

Country of ref document: HK

PLBE No opposition filed within time limit

Free format text: ORIGINAL CODE: 0009261

STAA Information on the status of an ep patent application or granted ep patent

Free format text: STATUS: NO OPPOSITION FILED WITHIN TIME LIMIT

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HU

Ref legal event code: AG4A

Ref document number: E014912

Country of ref document: HU

26N No opposition filed

Effective date: 20130301

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DE

Ref legal event code: R097

Ref document number: 502010000819

Country of ref document: DE

Effective date: 20130301

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HR

Ref legal event code: ODRP

Ref document number: P20120677

Country of ref document: HR

Payment date: 20160421

Year of fee payment: 7

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: FR

Ref legal event code: PLFP

Year of fee payment: 7

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: LU

Payment date: 20160517

Year of fee payment: 7

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: NO

Payment date: 20160512

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: BG

Payment date: 20160516

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: HR

Payment date: 20160421

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: MC

Payment date: 20160518

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: FI

Payment date: 20160511

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: GR

Payment date: 20160526

Year of fee payment: 7

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: SM

Payment date: 20160426

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: HU

Payment date: 20160504

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: IS

Payment date: 20160427

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: RO

Payment date: 20160510

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: LT

Payment date: 20160421

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: SK

Payment date: 20160422

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: LV

Payment date: 20160527

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: PL

Payment date: 20160425

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: SI

Payment date: 20160421

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: EE

Payment date: 20160510

Year of fee payment: 7

Ref country code: DK

Payment date: 20160512

Year of fee payment: 7

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: CY

Payment date: 20160419

Year of fee payment: 7

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: FR

Ref legal event code: PLFP

Year of fee payment: 8

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: NL

Payment date: 20170525

Year of fee payment: 8

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: FR

Payment date: 20170525

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: IE

Payment date: 20170518

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: CZ

Payment date: 20170502

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: CH

Payment date: 20170518

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: DE

Payment date: 20170526

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: GB

Payment date: 20170525

Year of fee payment: 8

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: LU

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170531

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: BE

Payment date: 20170518

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: AT

Payment date: 20170524

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: ES

Payment date: 20170614

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: PT

Payment date: 20170502

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: IT

Payment date: 20170531

Year of fee payment: 8

Ref country code: SE

Payment date: 20170525

Year of fee payment: 8

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: TR

Payment date: 20170516

Year of fee payment: 8

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: HR

Ref legal event code: PBON

Ref document number: P20120677

Country of ref document: HR

Effective date: 20170519

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: LT

Ref legal event code: MM4D

Effective date: 20170519

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: EE

Ref legal event code: MM4A

Ref document number: E006715

Country of ref document: EE

Effective date: 20170531

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: NO

Ref legal event code: MMEP

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DK

Ref legal event code: EBP

Effective date: 20170531

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: HU

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170520

Ref country code: FI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: NO

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170531

Ref country code: SK

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: RO

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: EE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170531

Ref country code: HR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: LT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: MC

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170531

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: SK

Ref legal event code: MM4A

Ref document number: E 12345

Country of ref document: SK

Effective date: 20170519

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: GR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20171206

Ref country code: CY

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: SI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170520

Ref country code: LV

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

Ref country code: IS

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO SUBMIT A TRANSLATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OR TO PAY THE FEE WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED TIME-LIMIT

Effective date: 20171201

Ref country code: SM

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20171213

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: SI

Ref legal event code: KO00

Effective date: 20180111

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: LU

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: DK

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170531

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: MK

Payment date: 20160421

Year of fee payment: 7

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: MT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: MT

Payment date: 20160519

Year of fee payment: 7

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: PL

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

PGFP Annual fee paid to national office [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: AL

Payment date: 20160519

Year of fee payment: 7

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: DE

Ref legal event code: R119

Ref document number: 502010000819

Country of ref document: DE

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: CH

Ref legal event code: PL

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: SE

Ref legal event code: EUG

Ref country code: NL

Ref legal event code: MM

Effective date: 20180601

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: AT

Ref legal event code: MM01

Ref document number: 559963

Country of ref document: AT

Kind code of ref document: T

Effective date: 20180519

GBPC Gb: european patent ceased through non-payment of renewal fee

Effective date: 20180519

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: BE

Ref legal event code: MM

Effective date: 20180531

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: PT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20181119

Ref country code: SE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180520

Ref country code: BG

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20171206

Ref country code: CZ

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519

Ref country code: AT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: IE

Ref legal event code: MM4A

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: CH

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180531

Ref country code: LI

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180531

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: NL

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180601

Ref country code: IE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519

Ref country code: GB

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519

Ref country code: FR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180531

Ref country code: IT

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519

Ref country code: DE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20181201

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: BE

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180531

REG Reference to a national code

Ref country code: ES

Ref legal event code: FD2A

Effective date: 20190913

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: ES

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180520

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: AL

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20170519

PG25 Lapsed in a contracting state [announced via postgrant information from national office to epo]

Ref country code: TR

Free format text: LAPSE BECAUSE OF NON-PAYMENT OF DUE FEES

Effective date: 20180519