Versatile Carrying and Dispensing Case for Reusable Bags
OwnerTravis Scott Newton Williamsinventor
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Abstract
The present invention relates to a versatile bag carrying and dispensing case for reusable bags, designed to enhance convenience during shopping trips. The case features a rigid structure with a hinged connection, forming a hollow interior. Unique features include rack attachment openings and foldable bag holding bars, as well as clips for attaching the case to shopping carts. The holding bars, mounted to the inner side of the case, hold bags open for easy loading and can be folded inward when not in use. The arrangement enables shoppers to transport, dispense, and load reusable bags effectively. The invention is particularly suitable for “t-shirt style” bags, easily accommodating their structure for efficient storage and dispensation.
Claims9
A bag carrying and dispensing case comprising:
- a case body having a front half and a back half hingedly coupled at the bottom forming a hollow interior, and a handle at the top;
- a locking mechanism positioned at the top of the case to secure the front half and back half when closed;
- a pair of rack attachment openings disposed on the upper portion of the wall of the back half of the case body for connection to standard bag racks;
- a pair of foldable bag holding bars mounted to the inner side of the back half of the case, the holding bars foldable from a folded position within the case interior to an outwardly facing position;
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- a pair of clips located on the outer side of the wall of the back half, for attaching the case to a shopping cart.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.