초록 ▼

A device to be applied to the top of a metallic container after the top of the container has been completely or partially removed for the purpose of preserving the unconsumed content of the container. The device includes a planar cover adapted to be fit over the top of the container. At least one re

A device to be applied to the top of a metallic container after the top of the container has been completely or partially removed for the purpose of preserving the unconsumed content of the container. The device includes a planar cover adapted to be fit over the top of the container. At least one retaining device operatively connected to a lever provided with a transverse rod is used to secure hook portions of the retaining member against the top rim of the container.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A device for sealing the contents of a previously opened container from the environment, the container provided with a top surface, having at least a portion removed therefrom, the top surface of the container surrounded by a rim, comprising:a cover conforming in size and

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A device for sealing the contents of a previously opened container from the environment, the container provided with a top surface, having at least a portion removed therefrom, the top surface of the container surrounded by a rim, comprising:a cover conforming in size and shape to the top surface of the container, said cover including a top planar surface and a bottom planar surface and a periphery;two retaining devices, each retaining device provided with a first portion overlying said cover and a second portion overlying said periphery for securing said cover to the top surface of the container; andan operating device operatively connected to said retaining devices, said operating device including a lever for movement between a first open position allowing said cover and said retaining devices to be placed over the top surface of the container, and a second closed position forcing each said second portion of said retaining devices to tightly engage the rim of the container, said operating device further including a transverse rod connected to said lever, said transverse rod including a middle portion of a first diameter and two end portions each of a second diameter smaller than said first diameter, each of said end portions inserted through one of said retaining devices.