Patent ID: 6254692
Filing Date: 2001-07-03
Classification: B08B

Abstract:
A method of cleaning a top surface and a circumferential groove on the top of a pop top beverage can using a disposable moist towelette, said method comprising the steps of:a) storing a moist towelette in a sealed disposable packet, said moist towelette comprising a cleaning means for cleaning the circumferential groove on the top of a pop top beverage can wherein said cleaning means is selected from the group comprising a napkin, paper towel, tissue, fabric, and cloth, such that said cleaning means resists tearing when applying pressure to said cleaning means by a can cleaning device and rotated relative to said circumferential groove for cleaning said groove on said can; and a moistening means for moistening said cleaning means and sanitizing said circumferential groove on the top of said can wherein said moistening means comprises water and a sanitizing means for sanitizing said circumferential groove on the top of said can where said sanitizing means does not leave a residue on said can and has no perceptible odor and taste after using said cleaning means moistened with said moisturizing means to clean and sanitize said circumferential groove;b) removing said moist towelette from said packet;c) placing said moist towelette on the top of said beverage can;d) forcing a portion of said moist towelette into said groove on the top of said beverage can; ande) applying pressure to said moist towelette while manipulating said moist towelette to clean the top surface and groove on said can.