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An adaptor structure for connecting a plurality of beverage cans together in selected configurations comprising a base plate with connector members on a first side thereof, a can-receiving socket on the opposite side thereof and spacer members within said socket. The cans have end recesses in which

An adaptor structure for connecting a plurality of beverage cans together in selected configurations comprising a base plate with connector members on a first side thereof, a can-receiving socket on the opposite side thereof and spacer members within said socket. The cans have end recesses in which the spacer members seat when an adaptor is coupled to a can to form a strong, stable connection. Cans are assembled end-to-end with back-to-back adaptors at the end interfaces, the adaptors being connected to each other by the connector members.

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Adaptors for removably assembling many cans in selected multiple can configurations, each of said adaptors comprising: a base plate; at least one projection extending from a first side of said base plate; at least one spacing member provided in the base plate and having a connector hole for receivin

Adaptors for removably assembling many cans in selected multiple can configurations, each of said adaptors comprising: a base plate; at least one projection extending from a first side of said base plate; at least one spacing member provided in the base plate and having a connector hole for receiving the projection of another aligned adaptor formed therein, said connector hole being defined by a tubular sleeve construction of said spacing member projecting a significant distance beyond the base plate surface to provide lateral support for said projection; and a skirt depending from a second side of said base plate forming a circular socket for receiving the top or bottom of a can therein, said spacing member defining a space between the base plate and the top or bottom of the can when the can is fully inserted within said circular socket.