Electronically keyed dispensing systems and related methods...

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2009-08-27

2010-11-23

Shaver, Kevin P (Department: 3754)

Dispensing

Automatic control

C222S181300, C222S023000, C222S144500

Reexamination Certificate

active

07837066

ABSTRACT:
A refill container is disclosed which utilizes an enclosure with at least one orientational tab and a neck that carries a pump mechanism with a nozzle. The refill container provides a collar with a notch that receives the orientational tab and axially receives the neck. The refill container is axially received by a release mechanism of a dispenser housing.

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