Apparatus and method for dispensing elongated items

Details Apparatus and method for dispensing elongated items Apparatus and method for dispensing elongated items

2007-02-08

2009-10-20

Shriver, II, J. Allen (Department: 3632)

Article dispensing

Tiltable container with trap

C221S31200B, C221S206000, C220S221000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07604146

ABSTRACT:
This invention generally relates to an apparatus and a method for singularly dispensing elongated items. Specifically, this invention may include an elongated body forming a channel and a baffle to separate at least one elongated item from a plurality of elongated items. The width of the channel is preferably less than twice a thickness of the elongated item so that an elongated item may align under an aperture. The elongated item may then pass one at a time through the aperture to minimize potential cross-contamination. This apparatus and method may be particularly useful for dispensing dental applicators or other tooth cleaning devices.

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