Claims
- 1. A push-tab opening device for use on a package having pourable contents comprising:
- a base having a central opening;
- a push-tab hinged to said base, such that said push-tab is depressable into said package creating an opening in said package directly beneath said central opening, said push-tab operable through a first flexible joint, a spring face, and a second flexible joint, together forming a hinge enabling said push-tab to pivot about said base.
- 2. The push-tab device of claim 1, wherein said push-tab is formed from one-piece of material integral with said base.
- 3. The push-tab device of claim 1 further comprising a cover pivotally connected to said base, said cover adapted to fit over said central opening.
- 4. The push-tab device of claim 1 further comprising an air vent for facilitating a substantially even flow rate.
- 5. The push-tab device of claim 4 wherein said air vent is located in said spring face.
- 6. The push-tab device of claim 4 wherein said air vent is located in said push-tab.
- 7. The push-tab device of claim 4 wherein said air vent is located in said first flexible joint and divides said first flexible joint into two strap hinges.
- 8. The push-tab device of claim 4 wherein said air vent is located in said second flexible joint and divides said second flexible joint into two strap hinges.
- 9. The push-tab device of claim 1 further comprising a spout formed on said base at a pouring edge.
Parent Case Info
This application is a continuation of application Ser. No. 08/521,745 filed Aug. 31, 1995 now U.S. Pat. No. 5,639,018.
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Continuations (1)
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