Utensil Protection Device
OwnerCaroline Hoferinventor
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Abstract
A utensil protection device is provided. The device is comprised of a body with two hinged halves made of durable, heat and UV-resistant materials such as metal or silicone. These halves may be secured with locking mechanisms, forming a protective, airtight seal, enhanced by optional gaskets. The interior of the device includes fasteners to hold either the entire utensil or just its head, with adjustable grooves or elastic bands for securing utensils of various sizes. The device may also feature ventilation openings to prevent moisture buildup and external fasteners for mounting to surfaces like grills or countertops. Additionally, a method for storing and protecting utensils using this device is provided, detailing the steps for securing the utensils and mounting the device.
Claims20
A utensil protection device comprising:
- a body comprising a first half and a second half, the first and second half connected by a hinge;
- a locking mechanism configured to secure the first and second half together;
- a first fastener located on a first interior surface of the first half and a second fastener located on a second interior surface of the second half, the first fastener and the second fastener configured to secure a utensil within the body;
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- a first opening in the first half and a second opening in the second half to allow a handle of the utensil to protrude from the body while maintaining a protective barrier.
A utensil protection device comprising:
- a body comprising a first half and a second half, the first and second half connected by a hinge;
- a first gasket;
- a locking mechanism configured to secure the first and second half together;
- a first fastener located on a first interior surface of the first half and a second fastener located on a second interior surface of the second half, the first fastener and the second fastener configured to secure a utensil within the body;
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- a first opening in the first half and a second opening in the second half to allow a handle of the utensil to protrude from the body while maintaining a protective barrier.
A method of using a utensil protection device, the method comprising the following steps:
- providing a utensil protection device comprised of a body comprised of a locking mechanism, a first half comprised of a first interior space comprised of a first fastener and a second half comprised of a second interior space comprised of a second fastener, the first half and the second half connected by a hinge;
- placing a utensil between the first half and the second half, wherein the first fastener and the second fastener secure a portion of the utensil;
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- closing the first half and the second half together and securing the first half to the second half with the locking mechanism to form a sealed enclosure around the utensil.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.