Container

Details Container Container

2006-11-07

2006-11-07

Tyler, Cheryl (Department: 3744)

Refrigeration

Cooled enclosure

Portable receptacle

C062S371000, C062S457600, C062S530000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07131289

ABSTRACT:
A container is disclosed which can include a container base having a cavity therein, a thermal source disposable in the cavity of the base, an insert being insertable within the cavity of the base such that the insert is in close proximity to the thermal source, and a cover. The cover and the insert can define a sealable compartment for the storage of food items. In other embodiments, the cover can be engageable directly with the base to define a storage compartment. The thermal source can act as either or both a heater and a cooler to help maintain the food items stored in the container at a desired temperature.

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