Method and apparatus for refilling a container with a fluid

Details Method and apparatus for refilling a container with a fluid Method and apparatus for refilling a container with a fluid

2008-04-01

2009-08-11

Huynh, Louis K (Department: 3721)

Package making

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C053S051000, C053S267000, C053S284500

Reexamination Certificate

active

07571586

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for cleaning, sanitizing, and refilling reusable containers in order to reduce the non-biodegradable waste and environment contamination. The apparatus and process allows a person/consumer to refill the containers with any fluid dispensed by an apparatus such as a vending machine. The vending machine sanitizes the container before any fluid is dispensed into the container. Further, the machine provides the branding of the container depending on the consumer selection allowing people and consumer recognition of the product and enticing manufacturers to participate.

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