Patent Application
20120152771
This invention relates to a container with a dispense mechanism that stores an item in its base. More particularly, a drinking container with a bottom that houses a towelette dispenser which dispenses a moist towelette for wiping hands when needed.
In the art of germ prevention we must keep our hands clean, especially before eating. A typical way persons have tried germ prevention before eating is to visit the restroom to wash their hands. Cleaning hands in the art of germ prevention has been done by applying soap and water to hands and rubbing them together under running water.
However, a restroom is not always accessible when eating out. If they're accessible they're not always in the most sanitary state. Nor are they always adequately stocked with soap, or paper towels. Sometimes there is no running water in the restroom.
As one way of satisfying this need, cleaning or sanitizing hands can be done on the run by carrying a damp towel in a zip-lock bag. However, the towel will eventually begin to develop bacteria and mildew. And start to carry a sour odor. The other alternative is to carry a bottle of hand sanitizer to rub on hands before eating. As far as hand sanitizer, it's cumbersome because of its size so not everyone carries it.
There are daily reports of deaths from deadly viruses such as SERS, H1 N1 (AKA Swine Flu), and seasonal influenza stemming from germs resulting from unsanitary habits. People not covering their mouths when coughing and sneezing spreads germs over surrounding surfaces.
An object of the present invention is to provide a more sanitary and germ free environment, especially when eating on the go that's convenient to carry. Also, one that's conveniently distributed by retail and food establishments.
The above and other objects of the present invention are provided by: A drinking container with a hollow base for housing a towelette dispenser comprising a sturdy unit having one open end, and a second end with a door for securing the towelette dispenser.
In the container with a hollow bottom device of the present invention, the sturdy container can be made of any non-porous material as long as it does not contain any chemicals that will be released inside or outside of the container, into the liquids that will be inside the container or onto the individual in contact with the container. One example is plastic. A second example is glass. A third example is cardboard. A fourth example is eco-friendly material. A fifth example is stone. A sixth is clay.
The container can be any size as long as it is small enough for a person to transport. Preferably, small enough to be carried in hand. Preferably, in the shape of a drinking container. A good example of the drinking container is a sports or water bottle, coffee mug, or a plastic restaurant carryout beverage cup.
The base of the drinking container is hollow. Inside the base is a towelette dispenser so hands can be conveniently cleaned before eating whenever needed.
