Abstract:
A portable storage container that consists of multiple compartments that are used to separate different components of a stored item. In separating out the components, the shelf life of the stored item is dramatically increased. The storage device is made from a plurality of polymeric film sheets that are connected through a perimeter seal that leaves a vacant space within the perimeter seal between the polymeric film sheets for creating multiple compartments. The compartments are separated through frangible sealing structures that are made up of a plurality of individual seals of varying types. When the device is operated, the frangible sealing structure is ruptured, therefore allowing the separated components to mix. Using a sealing structure made up of multiple seals ensures that the compartments remain separated when the storage container is subjected to harsh environmental conditions.

Description:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
       [0001]    1. Field of the Invention 
         [0002]    The present invention relates to a portable storage means and more particularly to a pouch comprised of multiple compartments, which are used to separate and contain the various components of the stored item. The compartments are separated by a frangible seal that once broken, allows the separate components to mix and create a finished product. 
         [0003]    2. Description of Related Art 
         [0004]    Flexible plastic pouches have been used extensively as a means for conveniently storing and transporting substances and in particular perishable items such as food and beverages. More recently, plastic pouches have been developed that contain separate compartments for separating the different components of the stored substance. In the case of perishable items, the solid and liquid components are stored in separate compartments. For example, water is separated from the solid flavor and coloring substances in fruit juices. When the seal is broken both components combined to create the beverage. One advantage that is achieved through this method of storage is that the shelf life of the product is dramatically increased. 
         [0005]    Generally, these pouches are comprised of a number of layers, wherein each layer is constructed from a polymer material. In using a polymer material to construct the layers, the pouches can be easily molded into a variety of different shapes and sizes. Furthermore, the use of a polymer material allows the storage pouches to be mass produced in a cost effective manner. 
         [0006]    As mentioned previously plastic storage pouches now integrate a seal to form separate compartments within the pouch for holding separate components of the stored perishable item. In order to prepare the stored item for consumption, a user breaks the seal, thereby allowing the separated components to mix and create the desired item. A number of different pouch designs which use a variety of methods to create assorted seals are listed extensively throughout the prior art. 
         [0007]    U.S. Pat. No. 5,954,230 issued to Blette et al. describes a flexible pouch device that is comprised of two compartments. Each compartment is separated by a barrier that when broken, allows the separate components to mix. The preferred embodiment of the described invention is for storing and subsequently mixing multipart aqueous cleaning solutions. The pouch is made from a thermoplastic polymer such as polyethylene terephthalate. The breakable barrier is made from a porous paper that is bonded between opposing sides of the pouch through a heat activated method. The outlet opening of the pouch contains a male matting end that allows for the attachment of a spray pump. The attached spray pump provides a means for dispensing the cleaning solution over a large area. U.S. Pat. No. 6,612,428 issued to Segovia, Jr. et al. describes a storage pouch with multiple compartments that are also separated by a breakable seal. The invention includes a unique connector that allows for the attachment of various dispensing mechanisms, including a baby bottle top. 
         [0008]    U.S. Pat. No. 6,866,145 B2 issued to Richards et al. describes a compartmentalized pouch with storage areas that are separated by a frangible seal. The storage compartments can be shaped in a variety of ways to form the overall storage pouch. A tearable seal is located on the top of the storage pouch and is used to access the components once they are mixed. 
         [0009]    U.S. Pat. No. 7,306,095 B1 issued to Bourque et al. describes a storage pouch with multiple compartments. Each compartment is separated by a frangible seal. The pouch is constructed from polymeric sheets comprised of any number of layers of a polymeric film material. The design typically includes an inner most layer, an inner barrier layer, and an outer structural layer. The innermost layer is preferably heat sealable to allow for the formation of a frangible seal. The invention includes a number of different frangible seal types which can consist of multiple seals of the same type to form separate compartments. The preferred embodiment uses an innermost layer that undergoes interfacial peel sealing under an applied heat. These polymer layers are typically made from a polyolefin. In another embodiment, the frangible seal can be constructed by applying a sealant between opposing sides of the innermost polymer layer. 
         [0010]    There are many disadvantages to the multiple compartment storage pouches that are detailed in the prior art. Specifically, the designs utilize a single seal or the combination of multiple seals of the same type to separate the compartments. In single seal pouches, the seal must be strong enough to not rupture during the transportation of the storage pouch. However, if the seal is made too strong, the seal can not be broken by the user and the separated components will not combine. 
         [0011]    There therefore exists a need for a method of isolating different components that are stored in a pouch that keeps the components separated when stresses and forces are exerted on the pouch during transportation and storage. Furthermore, this method of separating the components must be breakable under a force that a normal human can quickly and easily exert on the pouch. Finally, the method for isolating different components within a storage pouch must be able to keep the components separated for extended periods of time, as by separating the components, longer shelf lives for the stored perishable items are achieved. 
       BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
       [0012]    The present invention relates to an improved method for forming separate compartments within a flexible and transportable storage pouch. The compartments are used to separate various components of a stored item. The item can be but is not limited to a perishable item. In separating the components of a stored perishable item, the product has a longer shelf life. The design of the storage pouch is conventional in that it uses attached polymeric sheets to form the flexible pouch. The design, however, utilizes a unique sealing structure to form the separate compartments. This unique frangible sealing structure is capable of remaining intact during the transportation and storage of the pouch, while still requiring minimal user exerted force to rupture the structure, thereby mixing the separated components together. By combining the separated ingredients at the time of use, the shelf life of the combined ingredients is greatly increased. 
         [0013]    The pouch is formed by correcting at least two flexible polymeric sheets together. Each sheet can be made up of a plurality of thin superimposed polymeric forms that form a stacked sequence. The two polymeric sheets are attached through a perimeter seal. In creating a perimeter seal, the space between the polymeric sheets formed within the polymeric seal serves to hold the stored item or items. Multiple flexible polymeric sheets can be connected together to form a pouch of any shape. 
         [0014]    Isolated chambers are formed within the storage cavity to contain different components of the item that is being stored. For example, in the storage of a beverage, one chamber holds a liquid such as water while the other chamber holds the granular particles that when mixed with the liquid add vitamins, food supplements, energy substances thereby creating the a beverage solution. As mentioned previously, in separating out the components of a stored item, the overall shelf life of the product dramatically increases. The ingredients are combined at time of use for increased shelf life. 
         [0015]    The two or more separate chambers are formed within the vacant space of the pouch through a sealing structure. The sealing structure of the present invention is novel in that it is comprised of various types of seals that can be combined in multiple ways, thereby allowing for the creation of a plurality of unique sealing structures. The sealing structure of the present invention can contain three different types of seals. These different types of seals include a heat seal, a glue seal, or a zip lock seal. These seals can be combined in any combination to form the sealing structure that is used to isolate the separate chamber from the main cavity of the storage pouch. For example, a seal structure can be formed by creating a barrier consisting of a heat seal, a zip lock seal, a second heat seal, and a second zip lock seal in the respective order. Another example of a seal structure includes a heat seal, a glue seal, a second heat seal, and a second glue seal. The use of multiple individual seals in creating a seal structure allows for the isolation of a chamber, even if one of the individual seals fails and ruptures during the transport or storage of the pouch. Furthermore, another advantage attained by the present invention is that if the environmental conditions are favorable for causing the failure of a specific type of seal, the compartments remain isolated due to the use of various types of individual seals in the overall sealing structure. 
         [0016]    The individual seals that are used to form the sealing structure are each frangible. By making the seals frangible, the user can rupture each individual seal in the sealing structure, causing the separated components to mix. The individual seals are strong enough as to not rupture under normal forces and stresses that are exerted on the pouch, and subsequent sealing structure, during transportation and storage. The individual seals, however, are also weak enough to be broken by a force that is capable of being produced by a normal individual person. 
         [0017]    It is an object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch that uses a novel multi layered sealing structure comprised of a plurality of different types to create separate compartments within the main cavity of the pouch for isolating various components of a stored item which are combined at time of use. 
         [0018]    It is another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments for isolating different components of a stored item that keeps the components isolated in the event that a seal in the multi layered sealing structure fails. 
         [0019]    It is furthermore another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that are separated through a frangible multi layered sealing structure that when ruptured allows for the mixing of the separated components. 
         [0020]    It is still another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that contains protrusions to aid the user in rupturing the seals in the multi layered sealing structure. 
         [0021]    It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments with a pouch outlet cover that is penetrable with a straw. 
         [0022]    It is another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments with a pouch outlet consisting of a helical male mating end that connects with a helical female cap end that is capable of sealing the outlet opening of the pouch. 
         [0023]    It is furthermore another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that uses an embedded and pointed nozzle that is pushed through the polymeric sheet used to create the outer wall of the pouch, thereby creating an outlet opening. 
         [0024]    It is still another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that contains an adjacently attached outlet nozzle that is resealable. 
         [0025]    It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments with a pouch outlet consisting of a helical male mating end that connects with a helical female cap end that is capable of sealing the outlet opening of the pouch that utilizes a flow control insert. 
         [0026]    It is another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that uses a needle shaped helical dispenser attachment that is connected to a helical male connector on the outlet opening. 
         [0027]    It is furthermore another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that uses a filter before the outlet opening to stop the flow of large solid particles from within the contents of the storage pouch. 
         [0028]    It is still another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that has a hole in the perimeter seal of the pouch on the end of the pouch opposing the outlet means, to allow for the hanging of the storage pouch. 
         [0029]    It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch comprised of multiple separated compartments that is connected to a nipple shaped dispenser that is used for baby feeding. 
         [0030]    It is another object of the present invention to provide a portable storage pouch with a separate compartment that extends outward from the side of the pouch, wherein the sealing structure is broker by pushing the protruding compartment into the main cavity of the pouch. 
         [0031]    These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent through the drawings and the accompanying description set forth hereinafter. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         [0032]      FIG. 1  shows a front elevational view of the multiple compartment storage pouch with a straw receiving outlet. 
           [0033]      FIG. 2  shows a side elevational view of the multiple compartment storage pouch with a straw receiving outlet. 
           [0034]      FIG. 3  shows a side elevational view of the multiple compartment storage pouch with a straw receiving outlet after the sealing structure is ruptured, and the separated components form a solution. 
           [0035]      FIG. 4  shows a front elevational view of an alternate embodiment of a dual compartment storage pouch with a reusable cap. 
           [0036]      FIG. 5  shows a front elevational view of the dual compartment storage pouch of  FIG. 4  after rupture of the sealing structure. 
           [0037]      FIG. 6  shows a front elevational view of dual compartment storage pouch of  FIG. 4  without side protrusions. 
           [0038]      FIG. 7  shows a front elevational view of the dual compartment storage pouch of  FIG. 6  after the rupture of the sealing structure. 
           [0039]      FIG. 8  shows a front view partially in cross section of an alternate embodiment of a dual compartment pouch that uses a push member to rupture the sealing structure separating the compartments. 
           [0040]      FIG. 9  shows a front perspective view of a pouch using an alternate dispensing method. 
           [0041]      FIG. 10  shows a front perspective view of the pouch of  FIG. 9  in a dispensing operational configuration. 
           [0042]      FIG. 11  shows a front perspective view of the pouch of  FIG. 9  in a configuration with the dispensing tube resealed after being opened. 
           [0043]      FIG. 12  shows a front perspective view of a multiple compartment pouch with a dispensing tube that is not attached to the side of the pouch. 
           [0044]      FIG. 13  shows a front perspective view of the pouch of  FIG. 12  in an operational configuration. 
           [0045]      FIG. 14  shows a front perspective view of the pouch of  FIG. 12  in a configuration with the dispensing tube resealed after being opened. 
           [0046]      FIG. 15  shows a perspective view of the pouch shaped as a rectangular prism. 
           [0047]      FIG. 16  shows a perspective view of the pouch shaped as a square prism. 
           [0048]      FIG. 17  shows a perspective view of the pouch shaped as a multi sided prism. 
           [0049]      FIG. 18  shows a perspective view of the pouch shaped as an octahedral prism. 
           [0050]      FIG. 19  shows a perspective view of the pouch shapes as a triangular prism. 
           [0051]      FIG. 20  shows a perspective view partially exploded of a multiple compartment pouch with a non-spill dispenser that uses a series of apertures. 
           [0052]      FIG. 21  shows a perspective view partially exploded of a multiple compartment pouch with a non-spill dispenser that uses a line opening. 
           [0053]      FIG. 22  shows an exploded perspective view of a needle injection dispensing cap. 
           [0054]      FIG. 23  shows a front elevational view of a foldable pouch in an unfolded position. 
           [0055]      FIG. 24  shows a side view of a foldable pouch in a folded position. 
           [0056]      FIG. 25  shows a front elevational view of a multiple compartment pouch with an aperture so that the bag can be hung and used as an intravenous (IV) drip source. 
           [0057]      FIG. 26  shows an exploded perspective view of a dispenser cap that uses multiple filters. 
           [0058]      FIG. 27  shows a perspective view of a multiple compartment pouch that contains two outlet openings. 
           [0059]      FIG. 28  shows an exploded perspective view of an oval shaped non-spill dispenser cap for a pouch with a non-spill insert placed before the dispenser opening. 
           [0060]      FIG. 29  shows an exploded perspective view partially cut away of a circular shaped non-spill dispenser with a non-spill insert placed before the dispenser opening. 
           [0061]      FIG. 30  shows a perspective view of a multiple compartment pouch with transparent regions in the polymeric sheets that are used to form the sidewalls of the pouch. 
           [0062]      FIG. 31  shows a front perspective view of a pouch wall that contains a half spherical shaped separate push compartment. 
           [0063]      FIG. 32  shows a side elevational view exploded of the separate push compartment shown in  FIG. 31 . 
           [0064]      FIG. 33  shows a side elevational view in cross section of the embodiment of the invention described in  FIG. 31  with a ruptured separating seal. 
           [0065]      FIG. 34  shows a side elevational view of a multiple compartment bottle shaped device with a nipple dispenser. 
           [0066]      FIG. 35  shows a perspective view of a multiple compartment pouch with a cut off corner of the pouch that is used as a dispensing passage. 
       
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 
       [0067]    Referring now to  FIGS. 1-3 , one embodiment of the present invention comprising a multiple compartment storage pouch with an outlet for receiving a straw is shown. Specifically,  FIG. 1  shows a front perspective view of the dual compartment storage pouch  100 . The pouch can be but is not limited to a multiple compartment pouch  100  comprised of two isolated regions. In the present embodiment, these regions include an upper compartment  109  and a lower compartment  110 . In the embodiment shown in  FIGS. 1-3 , the upper compartment  109  holds a solute  106 , while the lower compartment  110  holds a solvent  105 . 
         [0068]    The upper and lower compartments are separated by a multilayered sealing structure  113 . This sealing structure  113  includes a first zip lock seal  101 , a first heat seal  103 , a second zip lock seal  102 , and a second heat seal  104 . By utilizing an alternating seal type structure, the entire sealing structure  113  does not completely rupture when the environmental conditions are favorable for causing the failure of one of the specific sealing types used in the sealing structure  113 . For example, if the heat seal is weakened and eventually ruptures while the pouch  100  is placed in a high heat environment, the zip lock seal still remains intact, thereby keeping the contents of the upper compartment  109  and the contents of the lower compartment separated  110 . Furthermore, by using multiple seals to create a sealing structure  113 , the strength of each individual seal can be reduced, thus ensuring that each individual seal in the sealing structure  113  is weak enough to be ruptured by a normal person in a quick manner. A handle extension  107  protrudes from the surface of the sealing structure  113 , wherein the ends of the handle are connected to the first and second individual zip lock seals  101  and  102 . This handle  107  provides a means by which a user can provide a force against the seals in order to rupture the entire sealing structure  113 . An outlet opening  108  covered by a thin polymer layer is located on one end of the pouch  100  and provides a means of accessing the contents of the pouch  100 , once the solution has been mixed. 
         [0069]      FIG. 2  shows a cross sectional view of the multiple compartment pouch  100  that is shown in  FIG. 1 . The pouch  100  is comprised of two flexible polymeric sheets  112  that are roughly the same size and shape. The flexible polymeric sheets  112  are connected together to form the pouch  100  through a perimeter seal  111  that extends completely around the outer edge of both polymeric sheets  112 . The upper and lower compartments  109  and  110 , as mentioned previously, are separated by a sealing structure  113  comprised of a combination of alternating individual seals. The individual seals that are used to construct the sealing structure can be formed by any combination of heat seals, zip lock seals, or glue seals. For example, in another embodiment, the sealing structure  113  can be made of a first zip lock seal, a first glue seal, a second zip lock seal, and a second glue seal. Extensions  107  are attached on opposing side of the sealing structure  113  and are used to apply a force that causes the frangible seals, which make up the sealing structure  113 , to break. 
         [0070]      FIG. 3  shows a cross sectional view of the dual compartment pouch  100  shown in both  FIGS. 1 and 2 , after the sealing structure has been broken. As a result of the sealing structure being ruptured, the solute and solvent combine to form a solution  116 . This solution can be but is not limited to a juice beverage or an aqueous cleaning solution. The components that are isolated in the separate compartments do not have to be a solute and solvent. Instead, the compartments can be used to separate two solid materials. In the embodiment of the invention shown in  FIG. 3 , a straw  114  is used to break the polymeric film covering the outlet opening  108  and extend to the contained beverage located within the cavity  115  of the pouch  100 . The straw  114  serves as the means by which the solution is removed from the pouch  100 . There are a number of different embodiments that encompass a variety of designs and methods for dispensing the contents held within a multi compartment pouch. 
         [0071]      FIGS. 4 and 5  show an alternative embodiment of a dual compartment storage pouch  117 . The dual compartment storage pouch  117  consists of upper and lower storage compartments  120  and  121  that are separated by a sealing structure  122  that extends diagonally across the pouch  117 . As with the previous embodiment, the sealing structure can be made up of any combination of heat seals, zip lock seals, or glue seals in a stacked sequence. Two protrusions  123  extend out from the middle of the diagonal sealing structure  122  and as with the previous embodiment, help in allowing the user to apply the necessary force that is required to rupture the sealing structure  122 . The pouch  117  is an irregular shape, with a diagonal top edge. A helical male mating dispenser  119  extends out from the diagonal top edge. A helical female mating cap  118  couples to and subsequently seals the dispenser  119 . 
         [0072]    Referring to  FIG. 5  specifically a side perspective view of the dual compartment pouch  117  with a ruptured sealing structure  124  is shown. In applying a force through the protrusions  123 , the seals that make up the sealing structure  124  break and the separated components combine to form a single solution or solid solution. By utilizing an irregular shaped pouch  117 , and subsequently creating a dispenser opening  119  that is at an angle, the contents of the pouch  117  can be poured out through minimal displacement of the pouch  117 . This is advantageous in the situation if the pouch  117  is bulky and contains a large amount of a heavy substance. The pouch design of the current embodiment, as shown in  FIG. 6 , can exist without the side protrusions that are used as aid the user in applying the necessary force to rupture the seal structure. Instead, as shown in  FIG. 7 , in order to apply a large enough force to break the individual seals of the sealing structure, the user can squeeze the bottom compartment  121  of the pouch that houses the liquid. By squeezing the bottom compartment  121 , the contained liquid is pushed against the sealing structure  122 , thereby exerting a force on the sealing structure that is sufficient to cause the sealing structure to rupture  124 . 
         [0073]      FIG. 8  shows a side perspective view of an alternate embodiment of a multiple compartment pouch and in particular a dual compartment pouch. The dual compartment pouch of this embodiment of the present invention is formed with a hollow puncturing  130  member that rests within a cavity within the polymeric sheet  131  used to form the side of the pouch. The hollow puncturing member  130  has an edge with a point that allows for the perforation of the sealing barrier. The separated substance is contained in the empty chamber  132  formed in the inside of the hollow puncturing member  130 . The bottom of the cavity of the polymeric sheet of the hollow puncturing member  130  rests in serves as the sealing barrier structure that separates the components. In order to mix the two separated substances, a force is applied to the hollow puncturing member  130 , causing the pointed edge of the puncturing member  130  to rupture the sealing barrier. By puncturing the sealing barrier, the substance contained within the chamber of the hollow puncturing member  130  can fall into the main compartment of the storage pouch, thereby mixing the two separated substances. 
         [0074]      FIG. 9  shows an alternate embodiment of the present invention that utilizes a tube for dispensing the contents of the pouch. Specifically, the pouch  133  of the present embodiment includes a monolithically attached dispensing tube  134  that extends outward from one side of the pouch  133 . The pouch  133  can include any number of separate compartments that are separated by frangible sealing structures. The dispensing tube can extend out from any side of the pouch  133 , and in the shown embodiment is positioned in a manner parallel to the longitudinal side of the pouch  133 . A seal  138  extends parallel to the longitudinal side of the pouch halfway between the lateral sides. This seal  138  serves to isolate a narrow region of the pouch that serves as the dispensing tube  134 . Since the seal does not extend completely across between the lateral sides of the pouch  133 , a passage way is left that connects the tube  134  to the chamber  135  within the pouch that holds the solution. A tearable seal  136  covers the opening of the dispensing tube  134 , thus holding the stored substance inside of the pouch  133 . An adhesive layer section  137  with bendable wires is placed on the outside of the dispensing tube  134  and is used as a method for resealing the tube  134  once the tearable seal  136  is removed. 
         [0075]      FIG. 10  shows the previously described embodiment of the present invention in an operational dispensing configuration. The tearable seal is removed to create an opening  140  at the end of the dispensing tube  134 . The stored substance can then flow from the main storage compartment  135  through the dispensing tube  134  and out of the end opening  140  in a path as is indicated by the arrows  139 . 
         [0076]      FIG. 11  shows the multiple compartment pouch that utilizes a monolithically attached dispensing tube that is resealed. After the tearable seal is removed, the top opening of the tube is folded over and the wires bent and attached to the adhesive strip  137  with bendable wires that is located on the side of the tube  134 . This causes the sidewalls of the tube to make contact, and in turn resealing the dispensing tube  134 . By providing a method for resealing, the pouch  133  of the current embodiment of the present invention can be reused allowing the contained substance to be dispensed in specific quantities over an extended period of time, based on the preference of the user. 
         [0077]      FIG. 12  shows another embodiment of the present invention that includes a multiple compartment pouch with a separated dispensing tube. The pouch can include multiple compartments  139  and  140  that are used to isolate different components of the stored substance. The compartments are separated, as with previous embodiment of the invention, through a sealing structure  144  that consists of a stacked sequence of any combination of heat seals, zip lock seals, or glue seals. In this embodiment of the invention, the dispenser tube  141  is parallel to the longitudinal side of the pouch  138 . Just as with the previous embodiment, the tube is connected to the main compartment  140  on the bottom of the longitudinal side of the pouch  138 . Unlike the previously described embodiment of the invention, the tube is not attached through a seal that extends partially down the longitudinal side of the pouch. Instead an elongated U shaped opening extends between the dispensing tube  141  and the side of the pouch  138 , thus allowing for the movement of the dispensing tube  141  into a desired position. The dispensing tube  141  as with the previous embodiment includes a tearable seal  142 . 
         [0078]      FIG. 13  shows the multiple compartment pouch with a separated dispensing tube in an operational position. Specifically, the sealing structure  144  is ruptured allowing the separated components to mix. Furthermore, the tearable seal is removed, so that the stored contents can move through the dispensing tube  143  out of the pouch  138 . An adhesive strip  143  can be positioned on the outside of the tube  143  so that the walls and bendable wires of the dispensing tube  143  can be folded over, thereby resealing the pouch  138  outlet opening as shown in  FIG. 14 . 
         [0079]      FIGS. 15-19  show some of the various possible shapes of the pouch that can stand upright. The pouch can be constructed from more than two polymeric films to create different shapes including but not limited to a rectangular prism  200 , a triangular prism  208 , a square prism  202 , an octagonal prism  206 , and a six sided prism  204 . The shape of the pouch is created based upon the storage and operation environmental conditions of the pouch or the preferences of the user. 
         [0080]      FIGS. 20 and 21  both show alternate embodiments of a multiple compartment pouch fitted with a non-spill dispenser.  FIG. 20  shows a non-spill dispenser  145  that includes a helical male mating member  146  (threads) that provides the opening to the compartment within the pouch, a multi aperture non-spill insert  147  that fits on top of the opening of the male mating member  146 , and a female mating cap  148  that is used to seal the dispenser. The non-spill insert  147  prevents spilling by providing only small apertures through which the contained substance can pass through, thereby limiting the overall amount of the substance that exits the pouch.  FIG. 21  shows an alternate embodiment of a non-spill dispenser that consists of a helical male mating member  146 , a line opening non-spill insert  149 , and a female mating cap  148 . The slit opening non-spill insert  149  controls the flow of the contained substance out of the storage compartment of the pouch by only providing a single slit through which the substance can pass. 
         [0081]      FIG. 22  shows an exploded view of a needle injection dispenser. The needle injection dispenser  150  includes a needle with a helical female mating end  151  that receives and subsequently attaches to a hollow helical male mating end that extends out of a dispenser support structure  152  through which the contained substance can flow out of the pouch. The dispenser support structure  152  is monolithically attached to the polymeric films that are used to make the pouch. A filter screen  153  is placed between the dispenser support structure  152  and the main compartment of the pouch so that large solid particles contained within the solution do not flow out of the pouch. The needle injection dispenser  150  can fit with any shaped pouch with any number of separate compartments. 
         [0082]      FIGS. 23 and 24  both illustrate a foldable pouch. The foldable pouch  154  includes a thin adhesive strip  156  on opposing side of the same face of the pouch  154 , which can include a series of separated compartments. These adhesive strips are covered with a removable layer  155  to maintain the adhesive quality of the strip  156 . In operation of the foldable pouch  154 , the cover layers are removed from the top of the adhesive strips  156  and the pouch is folded so that the adhesive strips  156  make contact with each other. This creates a more compact pouch that can be more easily transported, and stored in smaller and convenient spaces. 
         [0083]      FIG. 25  illustrates an alternative embodiment of the present invention, wherein a multiple compartment pouch is hung and used as an IV drip source. The pouch can include a plurality of compartments  158 ,  159  and, and  160  that are each separated by a sealing structure  163  that as mentioned previously can include any combination of heat seals, glue seals, or zip lock seals. A tube  164  extends from the bottom of the bag and serves as the means through which the contained fluid is dispensed. The upper perimeter seal includes an extended flap  161  with an aperture  162 . This aperture is used thread a hook through so that the entire pouch can be elevated, and the contained liquid can be extracted from the bag through the force of gravity. 
         [0084]      FIG. 26  illustrates an exploded view of a dispenser structure that utilizes multiple filters. The dispenser  165  includes a lower filter screen  166 , a solid small particle filter block  167 , a hollow male helical mating support structure  168  with an opening for receiving the filter block  167 , an upper screen filter  169 , a removable glue seal  170 , and a female mating cap  171 . The use of three filters ensures that both the smaller and larger particles are removed from the substance as it exits the pouch through the dispenser  165 . 
         [0085]      FIG. 27  shows an alternate embodiment of the present invention that includes a multiple compartment pouch with two outlet openings. A first, larger outlet dispenser  172  is a hollow screw top opening that serves as the main outlet for the contained liquid and is located on top of the main compartment  173 . A second outlet opening  175  is located at the bottom of the main compartment  173  directly above the second compartment  174 . This second outlet  175  is opened and closed with a simple push plug stopper  175   a  and can serve as either an air valve or a passageway through which the contained substance can flow. 
         [0086]      FIGS. 28 and 29  show alternative embodiments of the non spill dispenser. The non-spill dispenser shown in  FIG. 28  includes a slit opening non-spill insert  176  that is placed before an oval shaped dispenser support structure  177 . A dispenser opening cover  178  is snaps into place over the dispenser opening to stop the flow of the contained substance.  FIG. 29  shows a circular non-spill dispenser that includes a slit opening non-spill insert that is placed before a circular shaped helical dispenser support structure  180 . The opening of the helical dispenser support structure  180  (threads) fits into a receiving female mating cap  181  that seals the pouch and stops the flow of the contained substance. In both embodiments of the present invention, the non-spill insert serves to limit the flow of the contained substance, and can be either a slit opening or a multi aperture non-spill insert. 
         [0087]      FIG. 30  shows an alternate embodiment of the present invention of a multiple compartment pouch  182  with transparent regions in the polymeric films that are used to construct the sides of the pouch. Specifically, the transparent regions  182   a  and  182   b  allow the user to determine the remaining amount of a contained substance inside pouch  182 . 
         [0088]      FIGS. 31 and 32  show an alternate embodiment of the present invention that includes a separate half sphere shaped compartment  185  that extends from the side  184  of the pouch  183 . The separate compartment  185  is used to isolate a component of a stored substance. The sphere dome  186  protrudes out through a preexisting opening  187  in the side wall of the pouch. The opening is covered with a thin sealing film  188  that separates the space within the half sphere shaped extension from the main compartment within the pouch. The sphere dome  186  is made from a flexible material so that the dome deforms in response to an applied force. As the dome  186  deforms, the stored substance is pushed up against the sealing film  188  causing the sealing layer  188  to rupture. As soon as the sealing layer  188  ruptures, as shown in  FIG. 33 , the stored substance falls into the main compartment of the pouch and mixes with the other stored component. 
         [0089]      FIG. 34  shows an alternate embodiment of the present invention that is used for the specific purpose of feeding a human or animal infant. Specifically, the storage device  189  consists of multiple compartments  190  and  191  that are used to separate out the components that make up the formula that is feed the infant. The current embodiment attains the advantages of previous embodiments, most notably an increased shelf life of the stored substance. The storage device  189  is coupled to a nipple shaped dispenser  192  mechanism that is used to deliver the stored substance to the infant. The nipple shaped dispenser  192  includes an artificial nipple  193  that extends out of a circular support member  194 . In operation, the nipple shaped dispenser  192  is pushed into a receiving cavity  195  of the storage container so that the bottom of the circular support member  194  punctures a seal, thereby allowing the contained substance to flow into the nipple shaped dispenser  192 . 
         [0090]      FIG. 35  shows an alternate embodiment of the present invention that uses a cut off corner  196  of the pouch as a dispenser opening. The pouch includes multiple compartments  198  and  199  that are separated with a frangible sealing structure  197  that is made up of any combination of heat seals, glue seals, or zip lock seals. The pouch can include extending apertures that aid the user in applying the necessary force required to rupture the frangible sealing structure. The pouch includes a removed corner section  196  that serves as the opening through which the contained substance can flow out of the pouch. This removed corner section  196  can be made by using a prefabricated tearable section, or by simply using a sharp edged object, such as scissors, to cut through the polymeric sheets that make up the pouch. 
         [0091]    The instant invention has been shown and described herein in what is considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiment. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made therefrom within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art.