Patent ID: 6250506
Filing Date: 2001-06-26
Classification: A47J

Abstract:
A dispensing device for dispensing a flowable substance for the preparation of a beverage comprising:a removable container comprising a pouch having a top portion and which in a filled state contains a flowable substance and a bottom portion that includes a fitment attached thereto, the fitment being configured and dimensioned to include a pair of side extending end flanges, a bottom opening and at least one passage for allowing the flowable substance to pass therethrough and out of the opening by gravity;a dispensing base adapter comprising a pair of side channel members configured and dimensioned to guide in slidable arrangement the end flanges of the container fitment, and a bottom bearing surface for supporting the fitment; anda closure member for maintaining pressure on the end flanges toward the bottom bearing surface so as to create a substantially tight seal arrangement between the adapter and container.