EP1678052B1 - Fluid product dispensing assembly - Google Patents

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EP1678052B1
EP1678052B1 EP04805764A EP04805764A EP1678052B1 EP 1678052 B1 EP1678052 B1 EP 1678052B1 EP 04805764 A EP04805764 A EP 04805764A EP 04805764 A EP04805764 A EP 04805764A EP 1678052 B1 EP1678052 B1 EP 1678052B1
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Jean-Paul Lecoutre
Alex Milian
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  • the present invention relates to a fluid dispenser assembly comprising a fluid dispenser and a casing for cooperating with the dispenser so as to fix the casing to the dispenser.
  • Fluid product means any liquid, pasty or even pulverulent substances or products which can be applied to an application surface or can be distributed in the atmosphere. In particular, this type of distribution unit is found in the field of pharmacy, cosmetics or even perfumery.
  • the document FR 2 784 361 discloses a product package comprising a deformable actuating wall dispenser wrapped in a casing for actuating the dispenser wall.
  • the dispenser of this document has a substantially flat configuration or thin. On one side, the dispenser is perfectly flat, while on the other side, it forms a convex dome defining the driving wall.
  • this actuating wall for example with the help of a finger of a hand, it is possible to reduce the internal volume of the reservoir of the dispenser and thus to expel a part of the fluid product which it contains as a mixture with a gas for example air. There is thus obtained at the outlet of the dispenser a spray mixture of fluid and air.
  • the covering extends at least on the distributor tank in the form of a flap which covers the actuating wall.
  • the cladding is in the form of a cylinder segment.
  • the flap that covers the actuating wall has a curved configuration, while the other part of the covering simply covers the flat rear face of the dispenser.
  • the covering is in contact and fixed to the distributor at the rear face and / or at the edges of the front face defining the actuating wall. This is a particular type of distribution set implementing a particular distributor and a specific adapted dressing. It is particularly suitable for a dispenser sample.
  • the present invention aims to define another type of distribution assembly also formed of a distributor and a covering.
  • the dressing is not enveloping in the holster or box, but rather surrounding so as to leave the dispenser at least partially visible.
  • Such a set is described in the document US Patent 5152397 .
  • Another purpose is to allow a quick and easy assembly of the covering on the dispenser, advantageously in a single operation.
  • another object of the invention is to facilitate the affixing of inscriptions.
  • the present invention provides a fluid dispenser assembly comprising a fluid dispenser, and a casing for cooperating with the dispenser to fix the casing to the dispenser, the casing comprising a dispensing zone.
  • hooking and the dispenser comprises receiving means for receiving the attachment zone, characterized in that the receiving means comprise at least one set of two opposite longitudinal grooves for receiving the fastening areas of the cladding.
  • the receiving means and the attachment zone extend in a fastening plane.
  • the distributor has a longitudinal axis which extends in said plane of attachment.
  • the dispenser has a generally cylindrical shape defining a longitudinal axis of symmetry extending in said attachment plane.
  • the covering is engaged by sliding in the grooves of the distributor.
  • the casing can be fixed in place in the grooves or on the contrary can be removed by sliding.
  • the covering comprises an at least partially flat housing defining substantially planar edges forming the attachment zone.
  • the attachment zone comprises two zone sections that face each other, delimiting between them a housing sector intended to cooperate with each other. with the receiving means of the distributor.
  • the attachment zone comprises two housing sectors. These two housing sectors can extend into a single common fastening plane.
  • the cladding forms a closed housing in the form of an inner cutout of the cladding, the dispenser being entirely surrounded by the cladding. This feature ensures a first-use security of the dispenser, the cap being blocked on the dispensing head by the part of the covering located above making it inaccessible.
  • the covering is flat and thin and made from a flat sheet.
  • the dispenser comprises a reservoir forming a body, the receiving means being formed by said body.
  • the dispenser may comprise a removable protective cap, the receiving means being formed by said cap.
  • the dispenser according to the invention may advantageously comprise a reservoir having side walls, a bottom and an opening, the side walls forming a set of two opposite longitudinal grooves which extends over at least a portion of the height of the walls between the bottom and the opening.
  • the grooves each comprise two substantially opposite longitudinal walls, connected together by a bottom core, said wall extending substantially in the plane of attachment.
  • These grooves may each comprise a longitudinal access wall extending substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane.
  • the grooves may be in the form of an angle defining a longitudinal fixing wall which extends substantially in the plane of attachment an access wall which extends substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane.
  • This wall thus facilitates the assembly of the cladding on the dispenser which is fixed simply by pressing the cladding against the walls of the dispenser, the cladding then snapping into the grooves of the dispenser.
  • the cladding is likely to comprise two parts connected by a break line, the detachment of the upper part of the cladding thus making it possible to disengage the dispensing head in order to facilitate its actuation.
  • the thickness of the skin is constant.
  • this covering is fixed locally definitively to the distributor.
  • the covering may be in the form of a more or less rigid sheet which defines a housing whose edges advantageously extend in a single plane. These edges are fixed in the grooves formed by the reservoir and / or the distributor cap. The edges can be fixed by simply clamping in the grooves, but they can also be glued or welded into the grooves.
  • the covering is preferably perfectly flat, but it may however comprise a contoured portion or in relief.
  • the dispensing assembly comprises two constituent elements, namely a fluid dispenser and a covering intended to cooperate with the dispenser so as to fix the covering to the dispenser.
  • a fluid dispenser and a covering intended to cooperate with the dispenser so as to fix the covering to the dispenser.
  • the numerical references given in this description are raised from one hundred to each embodiment starting with the first hundred for the first embodiment and ending with the sixth hundred for the sixth embodiment.
  • the tens and units are identical for identical or equivalent elements or zones, only the hundreds being different.
  • the distributor was respectively referenced 101, 201, 301, 401, 501, 601 and the covering was respectively referenced 120, 220, 320, 420, 520, 620 in the six embodiments.
  • the distributors 101, 201 and 401 are identical.
  • FIGS. 1a to 1d describe in detail the distributor 101 and the covering 120 of the first embodiment.
  • the dispenser may be used as a sample, however this should not be considered as the only possible embodiment for the invention.
  • the sample dispenser is only a preferred embodiment.
  • the dispenser 101 comprises a reservoir 110, a dispensing member in the form of a pump 140, a fixing ring 130 and a removable cap 160.
  • the ring 140 and the cap 160 are optional parts which can be dispensed with in certain case.
  • the pump 140 can be directly mounted in the tank 110 and be devoid of cap.
  • the dispensing member chosen to illustrate the present invention, namely a pump 110, should not be considered as the only dispensing member possible in the context of the present invention.
  • a dispenser tip, applicator type or shutter can also be used in place of the pump.
  • a simple plug closing the tank can also be used as a dispensing organ.
  • the tank 110 comprises a bottom 115, and a body or barrel 116 comprising an open end 113 defining an opening through which the Fluid product can be introduced and extracted from the tank.
  • the barrel 116 comprises a visible outer surface 114. This surface 114 is here circular cylindrical over the entire height of the barrel 116. However, it can also be envisaged that the barrel 111 is cylindrical, but not circular or partially cylindrical on only a part its height and its periphery. A non-cylindrical outer surface may also be envisaged, but this complicates the manufacturing as well as the implementation of the invention.
  • the reservoir 110 is preferably made of plastic, but can also be made of glass or metal. It may have a capacity or capacity of the order of a few milliliters, for example from one to ten milliliters, and preferably about two milliliters.
  • the fixing ring 130 may also be made of molded injected plastic material, and conventionally comprises a skirt engaged within the tank, receiving means for holding the pump 140 in place in the ring, a collar support 131 which bears on the upper end edge 113 of the reservoir 11, and optionally a sleeve 132 which extends from the flange 131 upwards.
  • the function of the ring is to achieve a stable attachment of the pump relative to the reservoir. This stable attachment can be achieved directly by the engagement of the pump in the tank.
  • the particular shape of the fixing ring is not critical for the present invention. It may however be noted that the external diameter of the flange 131 is substantially equal to the outside diameter of the barrel 116 at its outer surface 114 so that the flange 131 extends in the extension of the barrel 116.
  • the pump 140 which is only very partially shown in the figures, comprises a pump body 141 engaged in the ring.
  • This pump body 141 comprises an inlet optionally provided with a plunger tube 144 which extends inside the tank 110 to withdraw fluid.
  • the pump body is provided with a movable actuating rod reciprocating on which is mounted a dispensing head 142 which serves here as an actuating pusher.
  • the user can press with the help of a finger, preferably the index, on the pusher to operate the pump.
  • the pusher is further provided with a dispensing orifice 143 which may be of the spray type in some cases.
  • a distribution in the form of a drop is also envisaged:
  • the cap 160 has an upper end surface 161 from which extends a cylindrical casing 162 defining a visible outer surface.
  • the outer diameter of the casing at the outer surface is substantially identical to the outside diameter of the barrel 116 and the collar 131, so that the cap extends in the extension of the barrel and collar without create discontinuity.
  • the envelope may have a shape other than perfectly cylindrical.
  • the sample dispenser has a generally cylindrical or regular tubular shape.
  • the distributor has both a plane and a longitudinal axis of symmetry.
  • the cap comprises a lower end which can abut on the flange 131 and in frictional contact with the sleeve 132.
  • the dispenser comprises receiving means 111 which are formed at the tank 110 in the form of longitudinal grooves which extend over all or part of the height of the barrel 116 of the tank.
  • These grooves are constituted by two grooves extending longitudinally diametrically opposite.
  • the grooves may extend from the bottom 115 and up along the barrel 116 to near the open upper end 13.
  • These grooves comprise two opposite walls 1111 which extend substantially parallel. However, it can be envisaged that these walls 1111 extend at a relative angle.
  • the walls 1111 are connected at one of their longitudinal ends by a bottom core 1110, while their other longitudinal end defines an access opening inside the groove.
  • the opposite walls 1111 are connected to the outer surface 114 of the barrel 116. This is clearly shown on the figure 1c . It can thus be seen in this figure that the two grooves 111 extend in an opposite manner by the axis of axial symmetry of the distributor in which the plunger tube 144.
  • the access openings of the grooves are diametrically opposed.
  • this set of two opposite longitudinal grooves 111 extends in a fastening plane P visible on the Figures 1b and 1c .
  • This fixing plane P extends by cutting the distributor 101 into two identical symmetrical parts, except at the dispensing orifice 143.
  • the fixing plane P extends in the plane of symmetry of the dispenser or in such a way that the axis of symmetry of the distributor extends in the attachment plane P. This depends on the configuration of the dispenser, particularly at its reservoir and its cap.
  • the attachment plane may extend perpendicularly to the plane of symmetry of the distributor or parallel staggered.
  • the set of two grooves defines a receiving sector which advantageously extends in the fastening plane P.
  • the covering 120 may advantageously be made from a flat sheet of plastic material, metal, or a combination thereof.
  • the skin is preferably perfectly flat so as to extend only in a single plane.
  • the casing preferably has a wall thickness substantially or perfectly constant.
  • the dressing is not perfectly flat so as to form profiles, grooves, moldings or edges that extend out of the general plan without removing the dressing its overall appearance substantially plane.
  • the dressing is wavy. It is not even excluded that the cladding has a partially cylindrical or tubular shape open or closed.
  • the cladding 120 defines an attachment housing 122 which is here in the form of a notch formed from an outer edge of the cladding.
  • the housing 122 is open towards the outside at an access passage 126 delimited by edges 127.
  • the housing 122 forms two opposite longitudinal edges 121 connected by a bottom edge 1235.
  • all or part of the edges 127, 121 and 1235 can form an attachment zone intended to cooperate with the distributor 101 at the level of the receiving means.
  • the attachment zone is formed by the opposite longitudinal edges 121 which thus form two hooking zone sectors delimiting between them a housing section for the distributor 101.
  • the housing 122 occupies a central longitudinal center position in the embodiment of the Figures 1a to 1d .
  • the housing 122 separates two lateral fins 124 connected together by a bottom flange 123.
  • the attachment zone 121 of the covering 120 is located in a single plane.
  • all the edges forming the housing 122 extend in a single plane.
  • the covering in its entirety extends in a single plane.
  • the fastening zone of the covering co-operates with the distributor receiving means in order to fix the covering 120 on the dispenser 101.
  • the opposite longitudinal edges 121 of the housing 122 are inserted in the opposite longitudinal grooves 111 of the distributor.
  • the wall thickness of the cladding at the edges 121 is substantially equal to the width of the grooves taken between the walls 1111. It is even preferable that the wall thickness of the cladding is slightly greater than the thickness of the cladding. width of the grooves to thereby achieve a fixing of the housing edges in the grooves.
  • the engagement of the edges 121 in the grooves 111 may be effected by an axial sliding engagement in the plane P.
  • the covering 120 may be laterally attached to the distributor 101 so as to engage the edges 121 of the housing 122 by deformation then snap.
  • the attachment edges 121 of the housing 122 extend in the same plane of attachment P as the receiving grooves 111. Moreover, as can be seen in the Figures 1b and 1c , the covering, in its entirety, extends in the fixing plane P.
  • the covering extends only at the level of the tank 110, its upper end stopping just below the flange 131.
  • the edges 127 extend around the outer surface 114 of the barrel.
  • the bottom 115 can abut against the edge 1235 and the flange 123.
  • the dispenser 101 is thus maintained perfectly centered in the casing 120.
  • a simple mechanical fastening by clamping or friction may be sufficient to maintain the dispenser in the casing.
  • the edges 121 of the housing 122 are fixed by gluing or welding in the grooves 111 of the distributor.
  • the covering 120 may have a certain rigidity to deformation so that these external lateral edges can serve as gripping areas to maintain the dispensing assembly so as to operate the pump with the index finger.
  • the overall configuration of the dispensing assembly is that of a conventional dispenser consisting of a reservoir in the form of a bottle on which is mounted a dispensing pump.
  • the dressing Due to its perfectly or substantially flat configuration, the dressing is an extended area of apposition to include all forms of indications or information relating to the packaged product.
  • the dressing leaves the distributor entirely visible, except at the receiving means.
  • the dispenser can also serve as an indication area.
  • the user can grab it with one hand, remove the cap 160 with the other hand and operate the dispensing head with the same hand that holds 120.
  • the user can remove the dressing before use.
  • the embodiment of the Figures 2a, 2b , 2c and 2d uses a dispenser 201 which may be perfectly or substantially identical to that of the first embodiment.
  • the covering 220 differs from that of the first embodiment in that it further comprises two lateral extensions 225 which extend in the extension of the fins 224.
  • the extensions 225 are connected to the fins 224 by lines of weakness 228 to allow a separation of the extensions 225 of the rest of the dressing.
  • the extensions 225 extend to extend the housing 222 upwardly by defining extended edges 227. Referring to Figures 2a and 2d , it can be clearly seen that the extensions 225 extend on either side of the cap 260.
  • the covering may have a general configuration substantially similar to that of the first embodiment. It is then easy to operate the distributor.
  • the extensions 225 allow an increase in the indication area, as well as a first-use security function that guarantees the user the use of the first time.
  • the housing 222 of this second embodiment is also open towards the outside at an access passage 226.
  • the covering 220 can be fixed to the distributor 201 by any means: clamping , gluing, welding.
  • the covering 320 may be identical to that of the second embodiment referenced 220.
  • the distributor 301 differs from those of the previous embodiments in that the cap 360 comprises receiving means 366 which are advantageously also under the shape of opposite longitudinal grooves. These grooves 366 also extend in the common fastening plane P, visible on the figure 3b .
  • the grooves 366 are here formed by lateral reinforcements projecting from the cylindrical casing 362 of the cap 360.
  • the edges 327 of the extensions 325 formed by the casing 320 are engaged within the grooves 366 of the casing. other of the hood.
  • the extensions 325 can simply be held by force engagement or fixed with an adhesive or a weld.
  • the dressing here also fulfills a real guarantee function of first use by preventing the removal of cap without dissociating the dressing.
  • edges 327 form hooking area sectors delimiting a second receiving housing section by the distributor.
  • the two attachment sectors extend in the same single attachment plane P as the grooves 311 and the edges 321.
  • the distributor 401 may be identical to that of the first and second embodiments. Only the reservoir 410 forms receiving means located in the single fixation plane P visualized on the figure 4b .
  • the covering 420 it is provided with an extension portion 425 which extends around the cap 460.
  • This extension portion 425 differs from the extensions 225 and 325 of the previous embodiments in that it comprises furthermore, an upper connecting portion 429 which extends above the cap 460. Therefore, the housing 422 defined by the covering 420 differs from the previous housings in that it does not include an access passage to the 'outside.
  • the housing is thus in the form of an inner cutout or a window inscribed in the cladding.
  • the die portion 425 provides an even larger application area than in the previous embodiments and also fulfills a first-use safety function by preventing removal of the cap. Only after pulling the extension portion 425 at the lower resistance lines 428 can the actuation of the dispenser be possible.
  • the covering 520 may be identical to that of the previous embodiment of the Figures 4a to 4f .
  • the dispenser 501 comprises receiving means 566 at the cap 560, as in the third embodiment.
  • the receiving means 511 at the tank 510 comprise access walls 570 which extend longitudinally over all or part of the length of the grooves. These longitudinal access walls 570 have a component that extends substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane P as can be seen in FIG. figure 5b .
  • the access wall 570 shortens the width of the wall 5111 which forms the groove 511. Thus, it is easier to insert the edges 521 forming the fastening zone of the covering 120 in the reception means formed by the grooves 511.
  • the covering 620 may be identical to that of the previous embodiment.
  • the distributor 601 differs from the previous dispenser in that it does not have receiving means at the cap.
  • the grooves 611 are here in the form of angles substantially free of bottom webs. Each angle then comprises a support wall 6111 located in the attachment plane P and an engagement or access wall 671 which extends substantially perpendicular to this attachment plane. The angle can, however, provide a snap groove for the edges 621 of the casing. It is also possible to fix the cladding on the support wall 6111 by gluing or welding.
  • the receiving means formed by the distributor and the attachment zones formed by the covering extend in a common fastening plane P.
  • the fastening zones can be formed by one or two sections. (S) interlocking each formed by a pair of edges cooperating with the reservoir and / or the cap.
  • the skin comprises a housing that extends in a plane.
  • the housing is two-dimensional, and not three-dimensional in the manner of a housing or a case.
  • the two-dimensional character of the housing is characterized in that it can be implemented independently.
  • attachment plane extends transversely or perpendicularly to the axis of symmetry of the distributor.
  • the grooves have a particular profile complementary to a profile formed by the cladding. It is also possible that the attachment zone also extends at the connecting edge connecting the side edges. It is also possible that the bottom of the distributor tank is provided with a receiving groove.

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La présente invention concerne un ensemble de distribution de produit fluide comprenant un distributeur de produit fluide et un habillage destiné à coopérer avec le distributeur de manière à fixer l'habillage au distributeur. Par produit fluide, il faut entendre toutes substances ou produits liquides, pâteux ou même pulvérulents susceptibles d'être appliqués sur une surface d'application ou être distribués dans l'atmosphère. On rencontre notamment ce genre d'ensemble de distribution dans le domaine de la pharmacie, de la cosmétique ou encore de la parfumerie.The present invention relates to a fluid dispenser assembly comprising a fluid dispenser and a casing for cooperating with the dispenser so as to fix the casing to the dispenser. Fluid product means any liquid, pasty or even pulverulent substances or products which can be applied to an application surface or can be distributed in the atmosphere. In particular, this type of distribution unit is found in the field of pharmacy, cosmetics or even perfumery.

Dans l'art antérieur, le document FR 2 784 361 décrit un conditionnement de produit comprenant un distributeur à parois d'actionnement déformables enveloppées dans un habillage permettant l'actionnement de la paroi du distributeur. Le distributeur de ce document présente cependant une configuration sensiblement plate ou de faible épaisseur. D'un côté, le distributeur est parfaitement plan, alors que l'autre côté, il forme un dôme convexe définissant la paroi d'actionnement enfonçable. Ainsi, par appui sur cette paroi d'actionnement, par exemple à l'aide d'un doigt d'une main, on peut réduire le volume interne du réservoir du distributeur et ainsi refouler une partie du produit fluide qu'il contient en mélange avec un gaz par exemple de l'air. On obtient ainsi à la sortie du distributeur un mélange pulvérisé de produit fluide et d'air. L'habillage s'étend au moins sur le réservoir du distributeur sous la forme d'un rabat qui recouvre la paroi d'actionnement. En section transversale, l'habillage se présente sous la forme d'un segment de cylindre. En d'autres termes, le rabat qui recouvre la paroi d'actionnement présente une configuration courbe, alors que l'autre partie de l'habillage recouvre simplement la face arrière plane du distributeur. L'habillage est en contact et fixé au distributeur au niveau de la face arrière et/ou au niveau des bords de la face avant définissant la paroi d'actionnement. Il s'agit là d'un type particulier d'ensemble de distribution mettant en oeuvre un distributeur particulier et un habillage adapté spécifique. Il est particulièrement adapté pour un échantillon distributeur.In the prior art, the document FR 2 784 361 discloses a product package comprising a deformable actuating wall dispenser wrapped in a casing for actuating the dispenser wall. The dispenser of this document, however, has a substantially flat configuration or thin. On one side, the dispenser is perfectly flat, while on the other side, it forms a convex dome defining the driving wall. Thus, by pressing this actuating wall, for example with the help of a finger of a hand, it is possible to reduce the internal volume of the reservoir of the dispenser and thus to expel a part of the fluid product which it contains as a mixture with a gas for example air. There is thus obtained at the outlet of the dispenser a spray mixture of fluid and air. The covering extends at least on the distributor tank in the form of a flap which covers the actuating wall. In cross section, the cladding is in the form of a cylinder segment. In other words, the flap that covers the actuating wall has a curved configuration, while the other part of the covering simply covers the flat rear face of the dispenser. The covering is in contact and fixed to the distributor at the rear face and / or at the edges of the front face defining the actuating wall. This is a particular type of distribution set implementing a particular distributor and a specific adapted dressing. It is particularly suitable for a dispenser sample.

La présente invention a pour but de définir un autre type d'ensemble de distribution également formé d'un distributeur et d'un habillage. Toutefois, l'habillage n'est pas enveloppant à la manière étui ou d'une boîte, mais plutôt entourant de manière à laisser le distributeur au moins partiellement visible. Un tel ensemble est décrit dans le document US-A-5152397 . Un autre but est de permettre un montage simple et rapide de l'habillage sur le distributeur, avantageusement en une seule opération. En outre, un autre but de l'invention est de faciliter l'apposition d'inscriptions.The present invention aims to define another type of distribution assembly also formed of a distributor and a covering. However, the dressing is not enveloping in the holster or box, but rather surrounding so as to leave the dispenser at least partially visible. Such a set is described in the document US Patent 5152397 . Another purpose is to allow a quick and easy assembly of the covering on the dispenser, advantageously in a single operation. In addition, another object of the invention is to facilitate the affixing of inscriptions.

Pour atteindre ces buts, la présente invention propose un ensemble de distribution de produit fluide comprenant un distributeur de produit fluide, et un habillage destiné à coopérer avec le distributeur de manière à fixer l'habillage au distributeur, l'habillage comprenant une zone d'accrochage et le distributeur comprend des moyens de réception destinés à recevoir la zone d'accrochage, caractérisé en ce que les moyens de réception comprennent au moins un jeu de deux rainures longitudinales opposées destinées à recevoir les zones d'accrochage de l'habillage.To achieve these goals, the present invention provides a fluid dispenser assembly comprising a fluid dispenser, and a casing for cooperating with the dispenser to fix the casing to the dispenser, the casing comprising a dispensing zone. hooking and the dispenser comprises receiving means for receiving the attachment zone, characterized in that the receiving means comprise at least one set of two opposite longitudinal grooves for receiving the fastening areas of the cladding.

Avantageusement, les moyens de réception et la zone d'accrochage s'étendent dans un plan de fixation.Advantageously, the receiving means and the attachment zone extend in a fastening plane.

Selon une autre caractéristique, le distributeur présente un axe longitudinal qui s'étend dans ledit plan de fixation.According to another characteristic, the distributor has a longitudinal axis which extends in said plane of attachment.

Avantageusement, le distributeur présente une forme généralement cylindrique définissant un axe longitudinal de symétrie qui s'étend dans ledit plan de fixation.Advantageously, the dispenser has a generally cylindrical shape defining a longitudinal axis of symmetry extending in said attachment plane.

Selon une caractéristique intéressante, l'habillage est engagé par coulissement dans les rainures du distributeur. L'habillage peut être fixé en place dans les rainures ou au contraire être retirable par coulissement.According to an interesting characteristic, the covering is engaged by sliding in the grooves of the distributor. The casing can be fixed in place in the grooves or on the contrary can be removed by sliding.

Selon une autre caractéristique intéressante de l'invention, qui peut être protégée indépendamment, l'habillage comprend un logement au moins partiellement plan définissant des bords sensiblement plans formant la zone d'accrochage.According to another advantageous feature of the invention, which can be independently protected, the covering comprises an at least partially flat housing defining substantially planar edges forming the attachment zone.

De préférence, la zone d'accrochage comprend deux sections de zone qui se font face, délimitant ainsi entre eux un secteur de logement destiné à coopérer avec les moyens de réception du distributeur. Avantageusement, la zone d'accrochage comprend deux secteurs de logement. Ces deux secteurs de logement peuvent s'étendre dans un plan de fixation commun unique. Selon un autre aspect de l'invention, l'habillage forme un logement fermé se présentant sous la forme d'une découpe interne de l'habillage, le distributeur étant entièrement entouré par l'habillage. Cette caractéristique garantit une sécurité de premier usage du distributeur, le capuchon étant bloqué sur là tête de distribution par la partie de l'habillage située au dessus la rendant inaccessible. Avantageusement, l'habillage est plan et mince et réalisé à partir d'une feuille plane. Selon un autre aspect de l'invention le distributeur comprend un réservoir formant un corps, les moyens de réception étant formés par ledit corps. Le distributeur peut comprendre un capuchon de protection amovible, les moyens de réception étant formés par ledit capuchon. Le distributeur selon l'invention peut avantageusement comprendre un réservoir ayant des parois latérales, un fond et une ouverture, les parois latérales formant un jeu de deux rainures longitudinales opposées qui s'étend sur au moins une partie de la hauteur des parois entre le fond et l'ouverture. De préférence, les rainures comprennent chacune deux parois longitudinales sensiblement opposées, reliées ensemble par une âme de fond, ladite paroi s'étendant sensiblement dans le plan de fixation. Ces rainures peuvent comprendre chacune une paroi longitudinale d'accès s'étendant sensiblement perpendiculairement au plan de fixation. Les rainures peuvent se présenter sous la forme d'une cornière définissant une paroi longitudinale de fixation qui s'étend sensiblement dans le plan de fixation une paroi d'accès qui s'étend sensiblement perpendiculairement au plan de fixation.Preferably, the attachment zone comprises two zone sections that face each other, delimiting between them a housing sector intended to cooperate with each other. with the receiving means of the distributor. Advantageously, the attachment zone comprises two housing sectors. These two housing sectors can extend into a single common fastening plane. According to another aspect of the invention, the cladding forms a closed housing in the form of an inner cutout of the cladding, the dispenser being entirely surrounded by the cladding. This feature ensures a first-use security of the dispenser, the cap being blocked on the dispensing head by the part of the covering located above making it inaccessible. Advantageously, the covering is flat and thin and made from a flat sheet. According to another aspect of the invention the dispenser comprises a reservoir forming a body, the receiving means being formed by said body. The dispenser may comprise a removable protective cap, the receiving means being formed by said cap. The dispenser according to the invention may advantageously comprise a reservoir having side walls, a bottom and an opening, the side walls forming a set of two opposite longitudinal grooves which extends over at least a portion of the height of the walls between the bottom and the opening. Preferably, the grooves each comprise two substantially opposite longitudinal walls, connected together by a bottom core, said wall extending substantially in the plane of attachment. These grooves may each comprise a longitudinal access wall extending substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane. The grooves may be in the form of an angle defining a longitudinal fixing wall which extends substantially in the plane of attachment an access wall which extends substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane.

Cette paroi facilite ainsi le montage de l'habillage sur le distributeur qui est fixé simplement en appuyant l'habillage contre les parois du distributeur, l'habillage s'encliquetant alors au niveau des rainures du distributeur.This wall thus facilitates the assembly of the cladding on the dispenser which is fixed simply by pressing the cladding against the walls of the dispenser, the cladding then snapping into the grooves of the dispenser.

Selon un autre aspect de l'invention l'habillage est susceptible de comprendre deux parties reliées par une ligne de rupture, le détachement de la partie haute de l'habillage permettant ainsi de dégager la tête de distribution afin de faciliter son actionnement. Selon une caractéristique avantageuse de l'invention, l'épaisseur de l'habillage est constante. Avantageusement, cet habillage est fixé localement de manière définitive au distributeur. Cette caractéristique de l'invention permet d'obtenir un habillage solidement fixé au distributeur que l'utilisateur ne peut retirer. En variante, l'habillage peut être désolidarisé du distributeur.According to another aspect of the invention the cladding is likely to comprise two parts connected by a break line, the detachment of the upper part of the cladding thus making it possible to disengage the dispensing head in order to facilitate its actuation. According to an advantageous characteristic of the invention, the thickness of the skin is constant. Advantageously, this covering is fixed locally definitively to the distributor. This feature of the invention provides a cladding securely attached to the dispenser that the user can not remove. Alternatively, the dressing can be detached from the dispenser.

Ainsi, l'habillage peut se présenter sous la forme d'une feuille plus ou moins rigide qui définit un logement dont les bords s'étendent avantageusement dans un plan unique. Ces bords viennent se fixer dans les rainures formées par le réservoir et/ou le capuchon du distributeur. Les bords peuvent être fixés par simple serrage dans les rainures, mais ils peuvent aussi être collés ou soudés dans les rainures. L'habillage est de préférence parfaitement plan, mais il peut cependant comprendre une partie profilée ou en relief.Thus, the covering may be in the form of a more or less rigid sheet which defines a housing whose edges advantageously extend in a single plane. These edges are fixed in the grooves formed by the reservoir and / or the distributor cap. The edges can be fixed by simply clamping in the grooves, but they can also be glued or welded into the grooves. The covering is preferably perfectly flat, but it may however comprise a contoured portion or in relief.

L'invention sera maintenant plus amplement décrite en référence aux dessins joints donnant à titre d'exemples non limitatifs six modes de réalisation d'un ensemble de distribution selon l'invention.The invention will now be more fully described with reference to the accompanying drawings giving as non-limiting examples six embodiments of a dispensing assembly according to the invention.

Sur les figures :

  • la figure 1a est une vue de face d'un ensemble de distribution selon une première forme de réalisation de l'invention,
  • la figure 1b est une vue de côté de l'ensemble de distribution de la figure 1,
  • la figure 1c est une vue en coupe transversale horizontale le long de la ligne de coupe A-A de la figure 1a,
  • la figure 1d est une vue perspective de dessus et de côté de l'ensemble de distribution,
la figure 2a est une vue de face d'un ensemble de distribution selon un second mode de réalisation,
  • la figure 2b est une vue de côté de l'ensemble de distribution de la figure 2a,
  • la figure 2c est une vue de l'ensemble de distribution selon la figure 2a avec le distributeur séparé de son habillage,
  • la figure 2d est une vue en perspective de l'ensemble de distribution de la figure 2a,
  • la figure 3a est une vue en perspective d'un ensemble de distribution selon un troisième mode de réalisation comprenant un capuchon présentant des moyens de réception de l'habillage,
  • la figure 3b est une vue de côté de ce troisième mode de réalisation,
  • la figure 4a est une vue de face d'un ensemble de distribution selon un quatrième mode de réalisation de l'invention,
  • la figure 4b est une vue de côté de l'ensemble de distribution de la figure 4a,
  • la figure 4c est une vue en coupe transversale horizontale le long de la ligne de coupe B-B de la figure 4a,
  • la figure 4d est une vue en perspective de dessus de l'ensemble de distribution selon cette quatrième forme de réalisation de l'invention présentant le distributeur séparé de son habillage,
  • la figure 4e est une vue en perspective d'un ensemble de distribution selon un quatrième mode de réalisation de l'invention présentant l'habillage fixé sur le distributeur,
  • la figure 5a est une vue de côté d'un ensemble de distribution selon un cinquième mode de réalisation de l'invention,
  • la figure 5b est une vue en coupe transversale horizontale le long de la ligne de coupe C-C de la figure 5a,
  • la figure 5c est une vue perspective de dessus d'un ensemble de distribution selon la cinquième forme de réalisation de l'invention présentant de manière séparée l'habillage t le distributeur,
  • la figure 5d est une vue en perspective de dessus d'un ensemble de distribution selon la cinquième forme de réalisation de l'invention présentant l'habillage fixé sur le distributeur,
  • la figure 6a est une vue en perspective de dessus d'un ensemble de distribution selon une sixième forme de réalisation de l'invention présentant l'habillage séparé du distributeur, et
  • la figure 6b présente une vue en coupe transversale horizontale d'un ensemble de distribution selon un sixième mode de réalisation de l'invention.
In the figures:
  • the figure 1a is a front view of a dispensing assembly according to a first embodiment of the invention,
  • the figure 1b is a side view of the distribution set of the figure 1 ,
  • the figure 1c is a horizontal cross-sectional view along the section line AA of the figure 1a ,
  • the figure 1d is a perspective view from above and from the side of the distribution set,
the figure 2a is a front view of a dispensing assembly according to a second embodiment,
  • the figure 2b is a side view of the distribution set of the figure 2a ,
  • the Figure 2c is a view of the distribution set according to the figure 2a with the distributor separated from his dressing,
  • the figure 2d is a perspective view of the distribution set of the figure 2a ,
  • the figure 3a is a perspective view of a distribution assembly according to a third embodiment comprising a cap having means for receiving the covering,
  • the figure 3b is a side view of this third embodiment,
  • the figure 4a is a front view of a distribution assembly according to a fourth embodiment of the invention,
  • the figure 4b is a side view of the distribution set of the figure 4a ,
  • the figure 4c is a horizontal cross-sectional view along the section line BB of the figure 4a ,
  • the figure 4d is a perspective view from above of the dispensing assembly according to this fourth embodiment of the invention having the distributor separated from its covering,
  • the figure 4e is a perspective view of a dispensing assembly according to a fourth embodiment of the invention having the cladding attached to the dispenser,
  • the figure 5a is a side view of a distribution assembly according to a fifth embodiment of the invention,
  • the figure 5b is a horizontal cross-sectional view along the section line CC of the figure 5a ,
  • the figure 5c is a perspective view from above of a dispensing assembly according to the fifth embodiment of the invention separately showing the cladding t the dispenser,
  • the figure 5d is a perspective view from above of a dispensing assembly according to the fifth embodiment of the invention having the cladding attached to the dispenser,
  • the figure 6a is a perspective view from above of a dispensing assembly according to a sixth embodiment of the invention having the separate cladding of the dispenser, and
  • the figure 6b shows a horizontal cross-sectional view of a dispensing assembly according to a sixth embodiment of the invention.

Dans les six modes de réalisation illustrés sur les figures, l'ensemble de distribution comprend deux éléments constitutifs, à savoir un distributeur de produit fluide et un habillage destinés à coopérer avec le distributeur de manière à fixer l'habillage au distributeur. Il est à noter que les références numériques données dans cette description sont élevés d'une centaine à chaque mode de réalisation en commençant par la première centaine pour le premier mode de réalisation et en terminant par la sixième centaine pour le sixième mode de réalisation. Les dizaines et unités sont identiques pour des éléments ou zones identiques ou équivalentes, seules les centaines étant différentes.In the six embodiments illustrated in the figures, the dispensing assembly comprises two constituent elements, namely a fluid dispenser and a covering intended to cooperate with the dispenser so as to fix the covering to the dispenser. It should be noted that the numerical references given in this description are raised from one hundred to each embodiment starting with the first hundred for the first embodiment and ending with the sixth hundred for the sixth embodiment. The tens and units are identical for identical or equivalent elements or zones, only the hundreds being different.

Le distributeur a été respectivement référencé 101, 201, 301, 401, 501, 601 et l'habillage a été respectivement référencé 120, 220, 320, 420, 520, 620 dans les six modes de réalisation. Les distributeurs 101, 201 et 401 sont identiques.The distributor was respectively referenced 101, 201, 301, 401, 501, 601 and the covering was respectively referenced 120, 220, 320, 420, 520, 620 in the six embodiments. The distributors 101, 201 and 401 are identical.

On se référera d'abord aux figures la à 1d pour décrire en détail le distributeur 101 et l'habillage 120 du premier mode de réalisation.Reference will firstly be made to FIGS. 1a to 1d to describe in detail the distributor 101 and the covering 120 of the first embodiment.

Le distributeur peut être utilisé à titre d'échantillon, ceci ne doit toutefois pas être considéré comme le seul mode de réalisation possible pour l'invention. Le distributeur échantillon ne constitue qu'un mode-de réalisation préférentiel.The dispenser may be used as a sample, however this should not be considered as the only possible embodiment for the invention. The sample dispenser is only a preferred embodiment.

Le distributeur 101 comprend un réservoir 110, un organe de distribution sous la forme d'une pompe 140, une bague de fixation 130 et un capuchon amovible 160. La bague 140 et le capuchon 160 sont des pièces optionnelles dont on peut se passer dans certains cas. La pompe 140 peut être directement montée dans le réservoir 110 et être dépourvue de capuchon. L'organe de distribution choisi pour illustrer la présente invention, à savoir une pompe 110, ne doit pas être considéré comme le seul organe de distribution possible dans le cadre de la présente invention. Un embout distributeur, du type applicateur ou obturateur peut également être utilisé à la place de la pompe. Un simple bouchon obturant le réservoir peut également être utilisé en tant qu'organe de distribution.The dispenser 101 comprises a reservoir 110, a dispensing member in the form of a pump 140, a fixing ring 130 and a removable cap 160. The ring 140 and the cap 160 are optional parts which can be dispensed with in certain case. The pump 140 can be directly mounted in the tank 110 and be devoid of cap. The dispensing member chosen to illustrate the present invention, namely a pump 110, should not be considered as the only dispensing member possible in the context of the present invention. A dispenser tip, applicator type or shutter can also be used in place of the pump. A simple plug closing the tank can also be used as a dispensing organ.

Le réservoir 110 comprend un fond 115, et un corps ou fût 116 comprenant une extrémité ouverte 113 définissant une ouverture par laquelle le produit fluide peut être introduit et extrait du réservoir. Le fût 116 comprend une surface externe visible 114. Cette surface 114 est ici de forme cylindrique circulaire sur toute la hauteur du fût 116. On peut cependant aussi envisager que le fût 111 soit cylindrique, mais pas circulaire ou encore partiellement cylindrique sur seulement une partie de sa hauteur et de son pourtour. Une surface externe non cylindrique peut également être envisagée, mais cela complique aussi bien la fabrication que la mise en oeuvre de l'invention. Le réservoir 110 est de préférence réalisé en matière plastique, mais peut également être réalisé en verre ou en métal. Il peut présenter une capacité ou contenance de l'ordre de quelques millilitres, par exemple de un à dix millilitres, et de préférence environ deux millilitres.The tank 110 comprises a bottom 115, and a body or barrel 116 comprising an open end 113 defining an opening through which the Fluid product can be introduced and extracted from the tank. The barrel 116 comprises a visible outer surface 114. This surface 114 is here circular cylindrical over the entire height of the barrel 116. However, it can also be envisaged that the barrel 111 is cylindrical, but not circular or partially cylindrical on only a part its height and its periphery. A non-cylindrical outer surface may also be envisaged, but this complicates the manufacturing as well as the implementation of the invention. The reservoir 110 is preferably made of plastic, but can also be made of glass or metal. It may have a capacity or capacity of the order of a few milliliters, for example from one to ten milliliters, and preferably about two milliliters.

La bague de fixation 130 peut également être réalisée en matière plastique injectée moulée, et comprend de manière classique une jupe en prise à l'intérieur du réservoir, des moyens de réception pour le maintien en place de la pompe 140 dans la bague, une collerette d'appui 131 qui vient en appui sur le bord d'extrémité supérieur 113 du réservoir 11, et optionnellement une douille 132 qui s'étend à partir de la collerette 131 vers le haut. La fonction de la bague est de réaliser une fixation stable de la pompe par rapport au réservoir. Cette fixation stable peut être réalisée directement par l'engagement de la pompe dans le réservoir. La forme particulière de la bague de fixation n'est pas critique pour la présente- invention. On peut toutefois remarquer que le- diamètre -externe de la collerette 131 est sensiblement égal au diamètre externe du fût 116 au niveau de sa surface externe 114 de sorte que la collerette 131 s'étend dans le prolongement du fût 116.The fixing ring 130 may also be made of molded injected plastic material, and conventionally comprises a skirt engaged within the tank, receiving means for holding the pump 140 in place in the ring, a collar support 131 which bears on the upper end edge 113 of the reservoir 11, and optionally a sleeve 132 which extends from the flange 131 upwards. The function of the ring is to achieve a stable attachment of the pump relative to the reservoir. This stable attachment can be achieved directly by the engagement of the pump in the tank. The particular shape of the fixing ring is not critical for the present invention. It may however be noted that the external diameter of the flange 131 is substantially equal to the outside diameter of the barrel 116 at its outer surface 114 so that the flange 131 extends in the extension of the barrel 116.

Le pompe 140, qui n'est que très partiellement représentée sur les figures, comprend un corps de pompe 141 en prise dans la bague. Ce corps de pompe 141 comprend une entrée éventuellement pourvue d'un tube plongeur 144 qui s'étend à l'intérieur du réservoir 110 pour prélever du produit fluide. A l'extrémité opposée, le corps de pompe est pourvu d'une tige d'actionnement mobile en va-et-vient sur laquelle est montée une tête de distribution 142 qui sert ici de poussoir d'actionnement. L'utilisateur peut appuyer à l'aide d'un doigt, de préférence l'index, sur le poussoir pour actionner la pompe. Le poussoir est en outre pourvu d'un orifice de distribution 143 qui peut être du type pulvérisateur dans certains cas. Une distribution sous forme de goutte est également envisagée:The pump 140, which is only very partially shown in the figures, comprises a pump body 141 engaged in the ring. This pump body 141 comprises an inlet optionally provided with a plunger tube 144 which extends inside the tank 110 to withdraw fluid. At the opposite end, the pump body is provided with a movable actuating rod reciprocating on which is mounted a dispensing head 142 which serves here as an actuating pusher. The user can press with the help of a finger, preferably the index, on the pusher to operate the pump. The pusher is further provided with a dispensing orifice 143 which may be of the spray type in some cases. A distribution in the form of a drop is also envisaged:

Le capuchon 160 présente une surface d'extrémité supérieure 161 à partir de laquelle s'étend une enveloppe cylindrique 162 définissant une surface externe visible. Avantageusement, le diamètre externe de l'enveloppe au niveau de la surface externe est sensiblement ou parfaitement identique au diamètre externe du fût 116 et de la collerette 131, de sorte que le capuchon s'étend dans le prolongement du fût et de la collerette sans créer de discontinuité. Bien entendu, l'enveloppe peut présenter une forme autre que parfaitement cylindrique.The cap 160 has an upper end surface 161 from which extends a cylindrical casing 162 defining a visible outer surface. Advantageously, the outer diameter of the casing at the outer surface is substantially identical to the outside diameter of the barrel 116 and the collar 131, so that the cap extends in the extension of the barrel and collar without create discontinuity. Of course, the envelope may have a shape other than perfectly cylindrical.

Comme on peut le voir sur les figures 1a à 1d, le distributeur échantillon présente une forme générale cylindrique ou tubulaire régulière. Le distributeur présente à la fois un plan et un axe de symétrie longitudinal. Le capuchon comprend une extrémité inférieure qui peut venir en butée sur la collerette 131 et en contact de frottement avec la douille 132.As can be seen on the Figures 1a to 1d the sample dispenser has a generally cylindrical or regular tubular shape. The distributor has both a plane and a longitudinal axis of symmetry. The cap comprises a lower end which can abut on the flange 131 and in frictional contact with the sleeve 132.

Selon l'invention, le distributeur comprend des moyens de réception 111 qui sont formés au niveau du réservoir 110 sous la forme de rainures longitudinales qui s'étendent sur toute ou une partie de la hauteur du fût 116 du réservoir. Ces rainures sont constituées par de deux rainures s'étendant longitudinalement de manière diamétralement opposée. Les rainures peuvent s'étendre à partir du fond 115 et remonter le long du fût 116 jusqu'à proximité de l'extrémité supérieure ouverte 13. Ces rainures comprennent deux parois opposées 1111 qui s'étendent sensiblement parallèlement. On peut cependant envisager que ces parois 1111 s'étendent avec un angle relatif. Les parois 1111 sont reliées à une de leurs extrémités longitudinales par une âme de fond 1110, alors que leur autre extrémité longitudinale définit une ouverture d'accès à l'intérieur de la rainure. Les parois opposées 1111 sont reliée à la surface externe 114 du fût 116. Ceci est clairement représenté sur la figure 1c. On peut ainsi voir sur cette figure que les deux rainures 111 s'étendent de manière opposée par à l'axe de symétrie axial du distributeur dans lequel s'étend le tube plongeur 144. Les ouvertures d'accès des rainures sont diamétralement opposées.According to the invention, the dispenser comprises receiving means 111 which are formed at the tank 110 in the form of longitudinal grooves which extend over all or part of the height of the barrel 116 of the tank. These grooves are constituted by two grooves extending longitudinally diametrically opposite. The grooves may extend from the bottom 115 and up along the barrel 116 to near the open upper end 13. These grooves comprise two opposite walls 1111 which extend substantially parallel. However, it can be envisaged that these walls 1111 extend at a relative angle. The walls 1111 are connected at one of their longitudinal ends by a bottom core 1110, while their other longitudinal end defines an access opening inside the groove. The opposite walls 1111 are connected to the outer surface 114 of the barrel 116. This is clearly shown on the figure 1c . It can thus be seen in this figure that the two grooves 111 extend in an opposite manner by the axis of axial symmetry of the distributor in which the plunger tube 144. The access openings of the grooves are diametrically opposed.

Selon l'invention, ce jeu de deux rainures longitudinales opposées 111 s'étend dans un plan de fixation P visible sur les figures 1b et 1c. Ce plan de fixation P s'étend en coupant le distributeur 101 en deux parties symétriques identiques, hormis au niveau de l'orifice de distribution 143. Le plan de fixation P s'étend dans le plan de symétrie du distributeur ou de telle manière que l'axe de symétrie du distributeur s'étend dans le plan de fixation P. Ceci dépend de la configuration du distributeur, particulièrement au niveau de son réservoir et de son capuchon. Le plan de fixation peut s'étendre perpendiculairement au plan de symétrie du distributeur ou parallèlement de manière décalée.According to the invention, this set of two opposite longitudinal grooves 111 extends in a fastening plane P visible on the Figures 1b and 1c . This fixing plane P extends by cutting the distributor 101 into two identical symmetrical parts, except at the dispensing orifice 143. The fixing plane P extends in the plane of symmetry of the dispenser or in such a way that the axis of symmetry of the distributor extends in the attachment plane P. This depends on the configuration of the dispenser, particularly at its reservoir and its cap. The attachment plane may extend perpendicularly to the plane of symmetry of the distributor or parallel staggered.

Il est possible de former les parois 1111 avec des profils, des crans, des ruptures ou une inclinaison tout en préservant une configuration sensiblement longitudinale s'étendant le plan de fixation P. Il est également possible de former l'âme de fond 110 avec des tels profils, crans ou inclinaison.It is possible to form the walls 1111 with profiles, notches, ruptures or inclination while preserving a substantially longitudinal configuration extending the attachment plane P. It is also possible to form the bottom core 110 with such profiles, notches or inclination.

Le jeu de deux rainures définit un secteur de réception qui s'étend avantageusement dans le plan de fixation P.The set of two grooves defines a receiving sector which advantageously extends in the fastening plane P.

L'habillage 120 peut avantageusement être réalisé à partir d'une feuille plane de matière plastique, métallique, ou un combiné de celles-ci. L'habillage est de préférence parfaitement plan de manière à ne s'étendre que dans un plan unique. L'habillage présente de préférence une épaisseur de paroi sensiblement ou parfaitement constante. On peut toutefois imaginer des formes de réalisation dans lesquels l'habillage n'est pas parfaitement plan de manière à former des profils, rainures, moulures ou rebords qui s'étendent hors du plan général sans pour autant retirer à l'habillage son aspect global sensiblement plan. On peut par exemple imaginer que l'habillage soit ondulé. Il n'est même pas exclu que l'habillage présente une forme partiellement cylindrique ou tubulaire ouverte ou fermée.The covering 120 may advantageously be made from a flat sheet of plastic material, metal, or a combination thereof. The skin is preferably perfectly flat so as to extend only in a single plane. The casing preferably has a wall thickness substantially or perfectly constant. However, one can imagine embodiments in which the dressing is not perfectly flat so as to form profiles, grooves, moldings or edges that extend out of the general plan without removing the dressing its overall appearance substantially plane. One can for example imagine that the dressing is wavy. It is not even excluded that the cladding has a partially cylindrical or tubular shape open or closed.

Selon l'invention, l'habillage 120 définit un logement d'accrochage 122 qui se présente ici sous la forme d'une échancrure formée à partir d'un bord externe de l'habillage. Ainsi, le logement 122 est ouvert vers l'extérieur au niveau d'un passage d'accès 126 délimité par des bords 127. En dessous de ces bords 127, le logement 122 forme deux bords longitudinaux opposés 121 reliés par un bord de fond 1235. Selon l'invention, tout ou partie des bords 127, 121 et 1235 peuvent former une zone d'accrochage destinée à coopérer avec le distributeur 101 au niveau des moyens de réception. De préférence, la zone d'accrochage est formée par les bords longitudinaux opposés 121 qui forment ainsi deux secteurs de zone d'accrochage délimitant entre eux une section de logement pour le distributeur 101.According to the invention, the cladding 120 defines an attachment housing 122 which is here in the form of a notch formed from an outer edge of the cladding. Thus, the housing 122 is open towards the outside at an access passage 126 delimited by edges 127. Below these edges 127, the housing 122 forms two opposite longitudinal edges 121 connected by a bottom edge 1235. According to the invention, all or part of the edges 127, 121 and 1235 can form an attachment zone intended to cooperate with the distributor 101 at the level of the receiving means. Preferably, the attachment zone is formed by the opposite longitudinal edges 121 which thus form two hooking zone sectors delimiting between them a housing section for the distributor 101.

Le logement 122 occupe une position centrale médiane longitudinale dans le mode de réalisation des figures 1a à 1d. Ainsi, le logement 122 sépare deux ailettes latérales 124 reliées ensemble par une bride de fond 123.The housing 122 occupies a central longitudinal center position in the embodiment of the Figures 1a to 1d . Thus, the housing 122 separates two lateral fins 124 connected together by a bottom flange 123.

Selon l'invention, la zone d'accrochage 121 de l'habillage 120 est située dans un plan unique. De préférence, la totalité des bords formant le logement 122 s'étend dans un plan unique. Encore plus préférentiellement, l'habillage dans sa totalité s'étend dans un plan unique.According to the invention, the attachment zone 121 of the covering 120 is located in a single plane. Preferably, all the edges forming the housing 122 extend in a single plane. Even more preferentially, the covering in its entirety extends in a single plane.

Selon l'invention, la zone d'accrochage de l'habillage coopère avec les moyens de réception du distributeur pour réaliser une fixation de l'habillage 120 sur le distributeur 101. Plus précisément et préférentiellement, les bords longitudinaux opposés 121 du logement 122 sont insérés dans les rainures longitudinales opposées 111, du distributeur. Bien entendu, l'épaisseur de paroi de l'habillage au niveau des bords 121 est sensiblement égale à la largeur des rainures prise entre les parois 1111. Il est même préférable que l'épaisseur de paroi de l'habillage soit légèrement supérieure à la largeur des rainures pour ainsi réaliser une fixation des bords du logement dans les rainures. L'engagement des bords 121 dans les rainures 111 peut être effectué par un engagement axial de coulissement dans le plan P. En variante, l'habillage 120 peut être rapporté latéralement sur le distributeur 101 de manière à engager les bords 121 du logement 122 par déformation puis encliquetage.According to the invention, the fastening zone of the covering co-operates with the distributor receiving means in order to fix the covering 120 on the dispenser 101. More specifically and preferably, the opposite longitudinal edges 121 of the housing 122 are inserted in the opposite longitudinal grooves 111 of the distributor. Of course, the wall thickness of the cladding at the edges 121 is substantially equal to the width of the grooves taken between the walls 1111. It is even preferable that the wall thickness of the cladding is slightly greater than the thickness of the cladding. width of the grooves to thereby achieve a fixing of the housing edges in the grooves. The engagement of the edges 121 in the grooves 111 may be effected by an axial sliding engagement in the plane P. Alternatively, the covering 120 may be laterally attached to the distributor 101 so as to engage the edges 121 of the housing 122 by deformation then snap.

Dans le mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1a à 1d, les bords d'accrochage 121 du logement 122 s'étendent dans le même plan de fixation P que les rainures de réception 111. D'ailleurs, comme on peut le voir sur les figures 1b et 1c, l'habillage, dans sa totalité, s'étend dans le plan de fixation P.In the embodiment shown on the Figures 1a to 1d , the attachment edges 121 of the housing 122 extend in the same plane of attachment P as the receiving grooves 111. Moreover, as can be seen in the Figures 1b and 1c , the covering, in its entirety, extends in the fixing plane P.

Dans ce mode de réalisation, l'habillage ne s'étend qu'au niveau du réservoir 110, son extrémité supérieure s'arrêtant juste en dessous de la collerette 131. Les bords 127 s'étendent autour de la surface externe 114 du fût. Le fond 115 peut venir en butée contre le bord 1235 et la bride 123.In this embodiment, the covering extends only at the level of the tank 110, its upper end stopping just below the flange 131. The edges 127 extend around the outer surface 114 of the barrel. The bottom 115 can abut against the edge 1235 and the flange 123.

Le distributeur 101 est ainsi maintenu de manière parfaitement centrée dans l'habillage 120. Une simple fixation mécanique par serrage ou frottement peut être suffisant pour maintenir le distributeur dans l'habillage. Toutefois, on peut également envisager que les bords 121 du logement 122 soient fixés par collage ou soudage dans les rainures 111 du distributeur.The dispenser 101 is thus maintained perfectly centered in the casing 120. A simple mechanical fastening by clamping or friction may be sufficient to maintain the dispenser in the casing. However, it is also conceivable that the edges 121 of the housing 122 are fixed by gluing or welding in the grooves 111 of the distributor.

L'habillage 120 peut présenter une certaine rigidité à la déformation de sorte que ces bords latéraux externes peuvent servir de zones de préhension pour maintenir l'ensemble de distribution de manière à pouvoir actionner la pompe à l'aide de l'index. La configuration globale de l'ensemble de distribution est celle d'un distributeur classique constitué d'un réservoir sous la forme d'un flacon sur lequel est monté une pompe de distribution.The covering 120 may have a certain rigidity to deformation so that these external lateral edges can serve as gripping areas to maintain the dispensing assembly so as to operate the pump with the index finger. The overall configuration of the dispensing assembly is that of a conventional dispenser consisting of a reservoir in the form of a bottle on which is mounted a dispensing pump.

Du fait de sa configuration parfaitement ou sensiblement plane, l'habillage constitue une zone d'apposition étendue pour faire figurer toutes formes d'indications ou d'informations relatives au produit conditionné. En outre, on peut remarquer que l'habillage laisse le distributeur entièrement apparent, hormis au niveau des moyens de réception. De ce fait, le distributeur peut également servir de zone d'apposition d'indications.Due to its perfectly or substantially flat configuration, the dressing is an extended area of apposition to include all forms of indications or information relating to the packaged product. In addition, it may be noted that the dressing leaves the distributor entirely visible, except at the receiving means. As a result, the dispenser can also serve as an indication area.

Pour se servir de cet ensemble de distribution, l'utilisateur peut le saisir à l'aide d'une main, retirer le capuchon 160 de l'autre main et actionner la tête de distribution à l'aide de la-même main qui tient l'ensemble de distribution au niveau de l'habillage 120. En variante, lorsque l'habillage n'est pas fixé de manière définitive au distributeur, l'utilisateur peut retirer l'habillage avant utilisation.To use this dispensing assembly, the user can grab it with one hand, remove the cap 160 with the other hand and operate the dispensing head with the same hand that holds 120. Alternatively, when the dressing is not permanently attached to the dispenser, the user can remove the dressing before use.

Le mode de réalisation des figures 2a, 2b, 2c et 2d met en oeuvre un distributeur 201 qui peut être parfaitement ou sensiblement identique à celui du premier mode de réalisation. L'habillage 220 diffère de celui du premier mode de réalisation en ce qu'il comprend en outre deux extensions latérales 225 qui s'étendent dans le prolongement des ailettes 224. Les extensions 225 sont reliées aux ailettes 224 par des lignes de moindre résistance 228 destinées à permettre une séparation des extensions 225 du restant de l'habillage. Les extensions 225 s'étendent de manière à prolonger le logement 222 vers le haut en définissant des bords étendus 227. En se référant aux figures 2a et 2d, on peut clairement voir que les extensions 225 s'étendent de part et d'autre du capuchon 260. Ainsi, même après retrait du capuchon 260, il est très difficile d'actionner le distributeur par appui sur la tête de distribution, en raison de la présence des deux extensions latérales 225. En revanche, après arrachage de ces extensions 225, l'habillage peut présenter une configuration générale sensiblement similaire à celui du premier mode de réalisation. Il est alors aisé possible d'actionner le distributeur.The embodiment of the Figures 2a, 2b , 2c and 2d uses a dispenser 201 which may be perfectly or substantially identical to that of the first embodiment. The covering 220 differs from that of the first embodiment in that it further comprises two lateral extensions 225 which extend in the extension of the fins 224. The extensions 225 are connected to the fins 224 by lines of weakness 228 to allow a separation of the extensions 225 of the rest of the dressing. The extensions 225 extend to extend the housing 222 upwardly by defining extended edges 227. Referring to Figures 2a and 2d , it can be clearly seen that the extensions 225 extend on either side of the cap 260. Thus, even after removal of the cap 260, it is very difficult to actuate the dispenser by pressing on the dispensing head, because the presence of the two lateral extensions 225. On the other hand, after tearing of these extensions 225, the covering may have a general configuration substantially similar to that of the first embodiment. It is then easy to operate the distributor.

Les extensions 225 permettent une augmentation de la surface d'apposition d'indications, ainsi qu'une fonction de sécurité de premier usage garantissant à l'utilisateur la primeur d'utilisation.The extensions 225 allow an increase in the indication area, as well as a first-use security function that guarantees the user the use of the first time.

Il est à noter que le logement 222 de ce second mode de réalisation est également ouvert vers l'extérieur au niveau d'un passage d'accès 226. L'habillage 220 peut être fixé au distributeur 201 par n'importe quel moyen : serrage, collage, soudage.It should be noted that the housing 222 of this second embodiment is also open towards the outside at an access passage 226. The covering 220 can be fixed to the distributor 201 by any means: clamping , gluing, welding.

Dans le troisième mode de réalisation des figures 3a et 3b, l'habillage 320 peut être identique à celui du second mode de réalisation référencé 220. Quant au distributeur 301, il diffère de ceux des modes de réalisation précédents en ce que le capuchon 360 comprend des moyens de réception 366 qui se présentent avantageusement aussi sous la forme de rainures longitudinales opposées. Ces rainures 366 s'étendent également dans le plan de fixation commun P, visible sur la figure 3b. Les rainures 366 sont ici formées par des renforts latéraux qui font saillie à partir de l'enveloppe cylindrique 362 du capuchon 360. Les bords 327 des extensions 325 formées par l'habillage 320 sont engagées à l'intérieur des rainures 366 de part et d'autre du capuchon. Les extensions 325 peuvent être simplement maintenues par engagement en force ou encore fixées à l'aide d'un adhésif ou d'une soudure. Etant donné que l'habillage est fixé au capuchon 360, et que l'habillage est également fixé au réservoir 310 par l'engagement des bords 321 dans les rainures 311, il est impossible de retirer le capuchon 360 sans séparer les extensions 325 du restant de l'habillage au niveau des lignes de moindre résistance 328. Par conséquent, l'habillage rempli ici également une réelle fonction de garantie de premier usage en empêchant le retrait de capuchon sans dissocier l'habillage.In the third embodiment of the Figures 3a and 3b , the covering 320 may be identical to that of the second embodiment referenced 220. As for the distributor 301, it differs from those of the previous embodiments in that the cap 360 comprises receiving means 366 which are advantageously also under the shape of opposite longitudinal grooves. These grooves 366 also extend in the common fastening plane P, visible on the figure 3b . The grooves 366 are here formed by lateral reinforcements projecting from the cylindrical casing 362 of the cap 360. The edges 327 of the extensions 325 formed by the casing 320 are engaged within the grooves 366 of the casing. other of the hood. The extensions 325 can simply be held by force engagement or fixed with an adhesive or a weld. Since the cladding is attached to the cap 360, and the cladding is also attached to the tank 310 by the engagement of the edges 321 in the grooves 311, it is impossible to remove the cap 360 without separating the extensions 325 of the rest of the cladding at the level of the lines of weakness 328. Therefore, the dressing here also fulfills a real guarantee function of first use by preventing the removal of cap without dissociating the dressing.

Les bords 327 forment des secteurs de zone d'accrochage délimitant une seconde section de logement de réception par le distributeur. Les deux secteurs d'accrochage s'étendent dans le même plan de fixation unique P que les rainures 311 et les bords 321.The edges 327 form hooking area sectors delimiting a second receiving housing section by the distributor. The two attachment sectors extend in the same single attachment plane P as the grooves 311 and the edges 321.

Dans le quatrième mode de réalisation des figures 4a à 4e, le distributeur 401 peut être identique à celui des premier et second modes de réalisation. Seul le réservoir 410 forme des moyens de réception situés dans le plan de fixation unique P visualisé sur la figure 4b. Quant à l'habillage 420, il est pourvu d'une partie d'extension 425 qui s'étend autour du capuchon 460. Cette partie d'extension 425 diffère des extensions 225 et 325 des modes de réalisation précédents en ce qu'elle comprend en outre-une partie de liaison supérieure 429 qui s'étend au dessus du capuchon 460. Par conséquent, le logement 422 défini par l'habillage 420 diffère des logements précédents en ce qu'il ne comprend pas de passage d'accès vers l'extérieur. Le logement se présente- ainsi sous la forme d'une découpe interne ou d'une fenêtre inscrite dans l'habillage. La partie diextension 425 offre une surface d'apposition encore plus étendue que dans les modes de réalisation précédents et rempli également une fonction de sécurité de premier usage en empêchant le retrait du capuchon. Ce n'est qu'après arrachage de la partie d'extension 425 au niveau des lignes de-moindre résistance 428 que l'actionnement du distributeur est possible.In the fourth embodiment of the Figures 4a to 4e , the distributor 401 may be identical to that of the first and second embodiments. Only the reservoir 410 forms receiving means located in the single fixation plane P visualized on the figure 4b . As for the covering 420, it is provided with an extension portion 425 which extends around the cap 460. This extension portion 425 differs from the extensions 225 and 325 of the previous embodiments in that it comprises furthermore, an upper connecting portion 429 which extends above the cap 460. Therefore, the housing 422 defined by the covering 420 differs from the previous housings in that it does not include an access passage to the 'outside. The housing is thus in the form of an inner cutout or a window inscribed in the cladding. The die portion 425 provides an even larger application area than in the previous embodiments and also fulfills a first-use safety function by preventing removal of the cap. Only after pulling the extension portion 425 at the lower resistance lines 428 can the actuation of the dispenser be possible.

Dans le cinquième mode de réalisation des figures 5a à 5d, l'habillage 520 peut être identique à celui du mode de réalisation précédent des figures 4a à 4f. Quant au distributeur 501, il comprend des moyens de réception 566 au niveau du capuchon 560, comme dans le troisième mode de réalisation. De plus, les moyens de réception 511 au niveau du réservoir 510 comprennent des parois d'accès 570 qui s'étendent de manière longitudinale sur toute ou partie de la longueur des rainures. Ces parois longitudinale d'accès 570 présentent une composante qui s'étend sensiblement perpendiculairement au plan de fixation P comme on peut le voir sur la figure 5b. La paroi d'accès 570 raccourci la largeur de la paroi 5111 qui forme la rainure 511. Ainsi, il est plus facile d'insérer les bords 521 formant la zone d'accrochage de l'habillage 120 dans les moyens de réception formés par les rainures 511. Il suffit d'amener l'habillage 120 sur le distributeur en faisant glisser les bords 521 sur les deux parois d'accès 570. En appuyant l'habillage sur le distributeur, les bords vont glisser jusqu' à venir s'encliqueter dans les rainures 511. Les parois d'accès 570 créent une discontinuité supplémentaire dans la forme parfaitement cylindrique de la surface externe 514 du fût du réservoir.In the fifth embodiment of the Figures 5a to 5d , the covering 520 may be identical to that of the previous embodiment of the Figures 4a to 4f . As for the dispenser 501, it comprises receiving means 566 at the cap 560, as in the third embodiment. In addition, the receiving means 511 at the tank 510 comprise access walls 570 which extend longitudinally over all or part of the length of the grooves. These longitudinal access walls 570 have a component that extends substantially perpendicularly to the attachment plane P as can be seen in FIG. figure 5b . The access wall 570 shortens the width of the wall 5111 which forms the groove 511. Thus, it is easier to insert the edges 521 forming the fastening zone of the covering 120 in the reception means formed by the grooves 511. Just bring the dressing 120 on the dispenser by sliding the edges 521 on the two access walls 570. By pressing the cover on the dispenser, the edges will slide until it snaps in the grooves 511. The access walls 570 create an additional discontinuity in the perfectly cylindrical shape of the outer surface 514 of the tank barrel.

Dans le dernier mode de réalisation des figures 6a à 6b, l'habillage 620 peut être identique à celui du mode de réalisation précédent. En revanche, le distributeur 601 diffère du distributeur précédent en ce qu'il ne comporte pas de moyens de réception au niveau du capuchon. En outre, les rainures 611 se présentent ici sous la forme de cornières pratiquement dénuées d'âmes de fond. Chaque cornière comprend alors une paroi d'appui 6111 située dans le plan de fixation P et une paroi d'engagement ou d'accès 671 qui s'étend sensiblement perpendiculaire à ce plan de fixation. La cornière peut toutefois prévoir une gorge d'encliquetage pour les bords 621 de l'habillage. On peut également prévoir de fixer l'habillage sur la paroi d'appuie 6111 par collage ou soudage.In the last embodiment of the Figures 6a to 6b , the covering 620 may be identical to that of the previous embodiment. In contrast, the distributor 601 differs from the previous dispenser in that it does not have receiving means at the cap. In addition, the grooves 611 are here in the form of angles substantially free of bottom webs. Each angle then comprises a support wall 6111 located in the attachment plane P and an engagement or access wall 671 which extends substantially perpendicular to this attachment plane. The angle can, however, provide a snap groove for the edges 621 of the casing. It is also possible to fix the cladding on the support wall 6111 by gluing or welding.

Dans tous les modes de réalisation, les moyens de réception formés par le distributeur et les zones d'accrochage formées par l'habillage s'étendent dans un plan de fixation commun P. Les zones d'accrochage peuvent être formée par une ou deux section(s) d'accrochage formée(s) chacune par une paire de bords coopérant avec le réservoir et/ou le capuchon.In all the embodiments, the receiving means formed by the distributor and the attachment zones formed by the covering extend in a common fastening plane P. The fastening zones can be formed by one or two sections. (S) interlocking each formed by a pair of edges cooperating with the reservoir and / or the cap.

Dans tous les modes de réalisation, l'habillage comprend un logement qui s'étend dans un plan. Cela signifie que le logement est bidimensionnel, et non tridimensionnel à la manière d'un boîtier ou d'un étui. Le caractère bidimensionnel du logement est caractérisé en ce qu'il peut être mise en oeuvre indépendamment.In all embodiments, the skin comprises a housing that extends in a plane. This means that the housing is two-dimensional, and not three-dimensional in the manner of a housing or a case. The two-dimensional character of the housing is characterized in that it can be implemented independently.

Bien que ceci ne soit pas représenté, on peut même imaginer que le plan de fixation s'étende de manière transversale ou perpendiculaire à l'axe de symétrie du distributeur.Although this is not shown, it can even be imagined that the attachment plane extends transversely or perpendicularly to the axis of symmetry of the distributor.

Pour faciliter l'accrochage de l'habillage sur le distributeur, on peut également prévoir des moyens au niveau des zones d'accrochage ou des moyens de réception pour améliorer la fixation. On peut par exemple prévoir que les rainures présentent un profil particulier complémentaire à un profil formé par l'habillage. On peut également prévoir que la zone d'accrochage s'étende également au niveau du bord de liaison reliant les bords latéraux. On peut aussi prévoir que le fond du réservoir du distributeur soit pourvu d'une rainure de réception.To facilitate attachment of the cladding on the dispenser, one can also provide means at the attachment areas or receiving means to improve the attachment. It can for example be provided that the grooves have a particular profile complementary to a profile formed by the cladding. It is also possible that the attachment zone also extends at the connecting edge connecting the side edges. It is also possible that the bottom of the distributor tank is provided with a receiving groove.

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  1. A fluid dispenser assembly comprising:
    a fluid dispenser (101; 201; 301; 401; 501; 601); and
    a pack (120; 220; 320; 420; 520; 620) for co-operating with the dispenser in such a manner as to fasten the pack to the dispenser, the pack including a fastener zone (121; 221; 321, 327; 421; 521, 527; 621), and the dispenser including reception means (111; 211; 311, 366; 411; 511, 566; 611) for receiving the fastener zone,
    the assembly being characterized in that the reception means comprise at least one set of two opposite longitudinal grooves (111; 211; 311, 327; 411; 511, 527; 611) for receiving the fastener zone (121; 221; 321, 366; 421; 521, 566; 621) of the pack.
  2. A dispenser assembly according to claim 1, in which the reception means and the fastener zone extend in a fastener plane (P).
  3. A dispenser assembly according to claim 2, in which the dispenser (101; 201; 301; 401; 501; 601) presents a longitudinal axis that extends in said fastener plane (P).
  4. A dispenser assembly according to claim 2 or claim 3, in which the dispenser (101; 201; 301; 401; 501; 601) presents a generally cylindrical shape defining a longitudinal axis of symmetry that extends in said fastener plane.
  5. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the pack (120; 220; 320; 420; 520; 620) includes a housing (122; 222; 322; 422; 522; 622) that is plane, at least in part, defining substantially plane edges forming the fastener zone (121; 221; 321, 327; 421; 521, 527; 621).
  6. A dispenser assembly according to claim 5, in which the fastener zone comprises two facing zone portions (121; 221; 321, 327; 421; 521, 527; 621), defining between them a housing gap for co-operating with the reception means (111; 211; 311, 366; 411; 511, 566; 611) of the dispenser.
  7. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the pack (420; 520; 620) forms a closed housing (422; 522; 622) that is in the form of a cutout within the pack, the dispenser (401; 501; 601) being completely surrounded by the pack.
  8. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the pack (120; 220; 320; 420; 520; 620) is plane and thin, and is advantageously made from a plane sheet.
  9. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the dispenser (101; 201; 301; 401; 501; 601) includes a reservoir (110; 210; 310; 410; 510; 610) forming a body (116; 216; 316; 416; 516; 616), the reception means (111; 211; 311; 411; 511; 611) being formed by said body.
  10. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the dispenser (301; 501) includes a removable protective cap (360; 560), the reception means (366; 566) being formed by said cap.
  11. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the dispenser includes a reservoir (110; 210; 310; 410; 510; 610) having side walls (114; 214; 314; 414; 514; 614), a bottom (115; 215; 315; 415; 515; 615), and an opening (113; 213; 313; 413; 513; 613), the side walls forming a set of two opposite longitudinal grooves (111; 211; 311; 411; 511; 611) that extend over at least a fraction of the height of the walls between the bottom and the opening.
  12. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which each groove (111; 211; 311; 411; 511; 611) comprises two substantially opposite longitudinal walls (1111; 2111; 3111; 4111; 5111; 6111) that are interconnected by a bottom core (1110; 2110; 3110; 4110; 5110; 6110), said walls extending substantially in the fastener plane (P).
  13. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which each groove comprises a longitudinal access wall (570) that extends substantially perpendicularly to the fastener plane (P).
  14. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which each groove (611) is in the form of a V-groove defining a longitudinal fastener wall (6111) that extends substantially in the fastener plane (P), and an access wall (671) that extends substantially perpendicularly to the fastener plane (P).
  15. A dispenser assembly according to any preceding claim, in which the pack is engaged into the grooves of the dispenser by sliding.
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