EP3256395B1 - Container with childproof lock - Google Patents

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EP3256395B1
EP3256395B1 EP16703560.9A EP16703560A EP3256395B1 EP 3256395 B1 EP3256395 B1 EP 3256395B1 EP 16703560 A EP16703560 A EP 16703560A EP 3256395 B1 EP3256395 B1 EP 3256395B1
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Kai Tiesberger
Matthias Schneider
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D55/00—Accessories for container closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D55/02—Locking devices; Means for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
    • B65D55/06—Deformable or tearable wires, strings, or strips; Use of seals, e.g. destructible locking pins
    • B65D55/08—Annular elements encircling container necks
    • B65D55/0818—Destructible or permanently removable bands, e.g. adhesive
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D50/00—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
    • B65D50/02—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions
    • B65D50/04—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions requiring the combination of simultaneous actions, e.g. depressing and turning, lifting and turning, maintaining a part and turning another one
    • B65D50/045—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions requiring the combination of simultaneous actions, e.g. depressing and turning, lifting and turning, maintaining a part and turning another one where one action elastically deforms or deflects at least part of the closure, the container or an intermediate element, e.g. a ring
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D50/00—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
    • B65D50/02—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions
    • B65D50/06—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions requiring the combination of different actions in succession
    • B65D50/065—Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures openable or removable by the combination of plural actions requiring the combination of different actions in succession with separate ring having to be axially displaced to permit user to access closure
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D55/00—Accessories for container closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D55/02—Locking devices; Means for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
    • B65D55/06—Deformable or tearable wires, strings, or strips; Use of seals, e.g. destructible locking pins

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  • the invention relates to a container having a container body having a container opening, with a container closure for the container opening, which is movable from a closed to an open position, and with a removable guarantee element, wherein the container closure is associated with a child safety device comprising an actuating element ,
  • Containers with a guarantee element are known.
  • this describes EP 2 067 718 A1 a container with a guarantee element, which is irreversibly changed or destroyed the first time the lid is opened, thereby being able to indicate the integrity of the container.
  • a usual child safety device can be provided.
  • a disadvantage of the known container that this is not so easy and safe to use, as desired.
  • the FR 2 346 235 A1 describes a container according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the described container has a stopper and a removable guarantee element and a child safety device.
  • the guarantee element is arranged above the plug and prevents displacement of a ring. After removing the guarantee element, the ring can be moved, making the plug accessible.
  • the US 4,540,098 describes a container with a screw cap. This is provided with a removable guarantee element and a child safety lock.
  • the US 4,444,326 describes another container with a child safety device.
  • the invention has as its object to provide a container with child protection, which is easy and reliable to use.
  • the guarantee element blocks movement of at least a portion of the actuating element and that after removal of the guarantee element at least a portion of the actuating element from a first position in which the container closure is secured, is movable to a second position in which the container closure is not secured.
  • An advantage of the invention is that the container is easy to operate. In addition, he is safe to handle. Only after removing the warranty element can the container closure be opened.
  • the guarantee element which may be a guarantee strip in particular, makes it clear that the container closure has not yet been opened.
  • the container is simple and inexpensive to produce. Through the combination of guarantee element and child safety improved security is achieved. The operation is simple and intuitive. At the same time, a high level of child safety security is maintained.
  • the actuating element has a sliding body which is displaceable from the first to the second position.
  • This design is particularly good and safe to use and also easy to manufacture.
  • the displacement is advantageously carried out parallel to a longitudinal axis of the container body or parallel to a side wall of the container body.
  • the sliding body may be guided, for example, through the outside of the container body.
  • the sliding body has a window and that the guarantee element is arranged in the window.
  • the window has an elongated shape and extends circumferentially over part of the circumference.
  • the window may be formed as an opening of the sliding body.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that on the container body at the container opening an outwardly facing projection is arranged and that the guarantee element has an inwardly facing blocking portion, wherein the blocking portion by abutment against the projection prevents the sliding body in the second position is movable. When the warranty element has been removed, the sliding body can be moved to the second position.
  • the projection preferably extends transversely to the longitudinal axis of the container body.
  • the sliding body has a pressure section for bearing against the container closure.
  • the sliding body is under pressure with the pressure portion on the container closure to move it from the closed to an at least partially open position. It is sufficient if the container closure is opened so far that it can be easily removed in the sequence.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the pressure section rests in the first position on an edge of the container opening. Preferably, the pressure section abuts against an end side of the edge. In this way, the pressure portion forms a stop which limits a movement of the sliding body in the direction of the container bottom.
  • the sliding body has a cover portion which engages around the container closure.
  • the cover section prevents the edge of the Container closure can be taken and opened.
  • the cover portion may be formed as an annular body extending from the pressure portion parallel to the longitudinal axis of the container body.
  • the sliding body has a first stop, which limits movement of the sliding body in one direction towards the container bottom, and a second stop, which limits movement of the sliding body in an opposite direction away from the container bottom. In this way it can be prevented that the sliding body is moved beyond the first or second position.
  • the first stop may be formed by the pressure section. This can, as described, come to rest on the edge of the container opening.
  • the second stopper may be formed by a protrusion (eg, bead) extending inwardly from the sliding body toward the container body.
  • a further particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element has a deformation element.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element in the first position of the actuating element is spaced from an outer surface of the container body, and that the deformation element can be moved by finger pressure to the container body in the second position.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that in the first position the actuating element covers the container closure.
  • the actuator covers the edge portion of the container closure so that it can not be engaged with the finger.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that in the second position, the actuating element, the container closure, esp. Its edge portion, releases, so that on this, esp. With the finger, a force can be exerted to move it to the open position.
  • an advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is elastically deformable. Preferably, this automatically returns from the second to the first position.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the guarantee element is arranged on an edge of the deformation element.
  • the guarantee element is preferably arranged on the edge of the deformation element facing the container closure.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the guarantee element covers the container closure.
  • the guarantee element encloses the outer periphery of the container closure.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is annular.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element extends parallel to the side wall of the container body.
  • an advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is connected via a connecting portion with the container body.
  • the deformation element is made in one piece with the container body.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element is annular.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element extends around the container body.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element is arranged on an outer side of the container body.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container opening is arranged at one end of the container body and that the actuating element is arranged at the same end.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container body has a container edge which limits the container opening.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container closure is designed as a plug.
  • the container body has a side wall and a container bottom.
  • the container body is cylindrical.
  • the guarantee element is designed as a guarantee strip.
  • the guarantee strip is made in one piece with the actuating element.
  • the guarantee element can be connected via tear-off webs with the actuating element.
  • the container closure has a base and a sealing portion.
  • the sealing portion extends from the base toward the container body.
  • the sealing portion may be arranged at right angles to the base.
  • the base may have an outwardly facing edge portion.
  • the sealing portion is in the closed position preferably on the inside of the container body sealingly.
  • the container is designed as an injection molded part made of plastic.
  • the container may be made of thermoplastic material, such as e.g. Be made polyethylene or polypropylene.
  • the figures each show a container 1 with a container body 2, which has a container opening 3.
  • a container closure 4 is provided, which is formed in the illustrated embodiments as a plug.
  • the container 1 has a child safety device 5, which comprises an actuating element 6.
  • a removable warranty element 7 provided.
  • the container body 2 is tubular and has a container bottom 30 on its side opposite the opening.
  • the container closure 4 shown in the embodiment has in each case a base 13. At this a sealing portion 14 is arranged.
  • the sealing portion 14 is annular. It is arranged so that it extends a little way into the container body 2 when the container closure 4 is in the closed position. The sealing portion 4 is then sealingly against the inside of the container body 2.
  • the base 13 has an outwardly facing edge portion 15. This can in particular be designed as a gripping portion which can be grasped for opening with the fingers.
  • the illustrated container closure 4 further comprises a desiccant compartment 16 in which a desiccant (not shown), such as a desiccant, is provided. Silica gel, can be added. Furthermore, the container closure 4 has a spring element 17 in order to reduce movements of objects received in the container body 2.
  • the container 1 is particularly suitable for tablets, e.g. Effervescent tablets.
  • FIGS. 1 to 5 a first embodiment of the invention is shown.
  • an outwardly facing projection 8 is arranged on the container opening 3.
  • the projection 8 is formed circumferentially.
  • the guarantee element 7 has an inwardly directed blocking section 9. This is engaged with the projection 8 and prevents the actuator 6 from the in FIG. 2 shown first position is moved to the second position, as long as the guarantee element 7 has not been removed.
  • the actuator 6 is in the in the FIGS. 1 to 5 illustrated embodiment designed as a sliding body.
  • FIG. 2 shows the container body 2, which is provided with the guarantee element 7. In this form, the filled container can be delivered.
  • the sliding body After removing the guarantee element 7, the sliding body can be pushed out of the in FIG. 3 shown first position in the in FIG. 4 shown second position to be moved.
  • the removal of the guarantee element 7 can be done by pulling with your fingers.
  • the sliding of the sliding body takes place along a displacement path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the container body 2 and parallel to the side wall of the container body. 2
  • the actuating element 6 (sliding body) has a pressure section 10.
  • the pressure portion 10 abuts against the container closure 4 when the sliding body is pushed from the first position to the second position.
  • the pressure section 10 moves the container closure 4 from the closed position (see Fig. 3 ) in a partially open position (see Fig. 4 ).
  • the pressure portion 10 is formed to rest against the edge portion 15.
  • the actuator 6 in the in FIG. 4 shown second position has been brought, the actuator 6 is moved back to the first position (see. Fig. 5 ). Now the container closure 4, which was not moved back, can be easily grasped and removed by hand. The edge portion 15 of the container closure 4 is no longer covered by the cover portion 12 described in more detail below.
  • the pressure portion 10 abuts in the first position of the sliding body at an edge of the container opening 3. This can Figures 2 and 5 be removed. As shown, the pressure portion 10 abuts an end face of the edge. In this way, the pressure section 10 forms a first stop, which limits the movement of the sliding body in the direction of the container bottom 30.
  • a second stop 18 is provided which limits movement of the sliding body in a direction away from the container bottom 30.
  • the second stop 18 is provided on the actuating element 6. In this way, it can be prevented that the sliding body is moved beyond the first position.
  • the second stopper is formed by an inwardly facing projection of the sliding body, which abuts in the second position on the projection 8 of the container body.
  • the sliding body has a window 11.
  • the guarantee element is arranged in the window 11.
  • the window has, as in Fig. 1 shown, an elongated shape and extends in the circumferential direction.
  • the guarantee element 7 has a shape substantially similar to that of the window 11.
  • the actuator 6 is made with the warranty element 7 as a coherent injection molded part.
  • the guarantee element 7 is connected via tear-off webs with the actuating element 6. One end of the guarantee element 7 can be grasped with the fingers in order to remove the guarantee strip 7 and thus release it from the actuating element 6.
  • the actuating element 6 sliding body
  • the cover portion 12 is formed as a particular annular cover which surrounds the edge of the container closure 4 and covers so far that the container closure 4, in particular its edge portion 15, can not be grasped with the fingers, as long as the container closure 4 in the closed position and the Actuator is in the first position.
  • FIGS. 6 to 8 show a second possibility, which is not part of the invention.
  • the same reference numerals are used for parts of the same function, even if the parts are designed differently. To avoid repetition, refer to the description of the FIGS. 1 to 5 referred to, which, as far as matches exist, correspondingly for the FIGS. 6 to 8 applies.
  • the actuator 6 has in the in the FIGS. 6 to 8 illustrated embodiment, a deformation element 19.
  • the deformation element 19 is formed by an annular portion which extends around the container body 2.
  • the deformation element 19 is in the first position of the actuating element 6, as in FIGS FIGS. 7 and 8th shown spaced from an outer surface 31 of the container body 2.
  • the deformation element 19 can be moved by finger pressure to the container body 2 in the second position (not shown). In this case, an end portion of the deformation element 19 moves under the edge portion 15 of the closure. In this way, when pressed inward deformation element 19 of the container closure 4 and in particular the edge portion 15 can be easily grasped and moved with the finger in the open position.
  • the deformation element 19 is elastic and moves back into the in Fig. 7 shown position when the finger pressure is reduced.
  • the actuator 6 covers the edge portion 15 of the container closure so that it can not be engaged with the finger.
  • FIGS. 7 and 8th let us further recognize that the deformation element 19 is connected via a connecting portion 20 with the container body 2.
  • the connecting portion 20 opposite end of the deformation element 19 forms a free end and allows easy deformation by finger pressure.
  • FIG. 7 further shows that the guarantee element 7 is arranged on an edge of the deformation element 19.
  • the guarantee element 7 is about Tear-off webs connected to the deformation element 19.
  • the FIG. 7 indicates that the guarantee element 7 is arranged on an edge of the deformation element 19.
  • the guarantee element 7 is arranged at the free end of the deformation element 19.
  • the guarantee element 7 is arranged on the edge of the deformation element 19 facing the container closure 4.
  • the guarantee element 7 is annular and extends around the edge portion 15 around. It encloses an outer periphery of the container closure 4. As long as the guarantee element 7 is not removed, the deformation element 19 can not be pressed inward to release the edge of the container closure 4. A movement of the deformation element 19 inwardly is prevented by the guarantee element 7 comes under pressure from outside to inside at the edge portion 15 of the container closure 4 to the plant and blocked movement inwards.
  • FIG. 8 shows the container with the guarantee element removed. Now, the deformation element 19 can be pressed inwards, under the edge portion 15, to remove the container closure 4. Nevertheless, the container is still child-resistant, since the sequence of coordinated movements which is necessary for opening protects against unintentional opening.

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Behälter mit KindersicherungContainer with child safety lock

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Behälter mit einem Behälterkörper, der eine Behälteröffnung aufweist, mit einem Behälterverschluss für die Behälteröffnung, der aus einer geschlossenen in eine geöffnete Stellung bewegbar ist, und mit einem entfernbaren Garantieelement, wobei dem Behälterverschluss eine Kindersicherung zugeordnet ist, die ein Betätigungselement umfasst.The invention relates to a container having a container body having a container opening, with a container closure for the container opening, which is movable from a closed to an open position, and with a removable guarantee element, wherein the container closure is associated with a child safety device comprising an actuating element ,

Behälter mit einem Garantieelement sind bekannt. Beispielsweise beschreibt die EP 2 067 718 A1 einen Behälter mit einem Garantieelement, welches beim erstmaligen Öffnen des Deckels irreversibel verändert oder zerstört wird und dadurch geeignet ist, die Unversehrtheit des Behälters anzuzeigen. Weiterhin wird in der EP 2 067 718 A1 erwähnt, dass zusätzlich eine übliche Kindersicherung vorgesehen werden kann. Nachteilig ist bei dem vorbekannten Behälter, dass dieser nicht so einfach und sicher zu bedienen ist, wie dies gewünscht wird.Containers with a guarantee element are known. For example, this describes EP 2 067 718 A1 a container with a guarantee element, which is irreversibly changed or destroyed the first time the lid is opened, thereby being able to indicate the integrity of the container. Furthermore, in the EP 2 067 718 A1 mentions that in addition a usual child safety device can be provided. A disadvantage of the known container that this is not so easy and safe to use, as desired.

Die FR 2 346 235 A1 beschreibt einen Behälter nach dem Oberbegriff von Anspruch 1. Der beschriebene Behälter weist einen Stopfen sowie ein entfernbares Garantieelement und eine Kindersicherung auf. Das Garantieelement ist dabei über dem Stopfen angeordnet und verhindert ein Verschieben eines Rings. Nach dem Entfernen des Garantielements kann der Ring verschoben werden, wobei der Stopfen zugänglich wird.The FR 2 346 235 A1 describes a container according to the preamble of claim 1. The described container has a stopper and a removable guarantee element and a child safety device. The guarantee element is arranged above the plug and prevents displacement of a ring. After removing the guarantee element, the ring can be moved, making the plug accessible.

Die US 4,540,098 A beschreibt einen Behälter mit einem Schraubverschluss. Dieser ist mit einem entfernbaren Garantielement und einer Kindersicherung versehen.The US 4,540,098 describes a container with a screw cap. This is provided with a removable guarantee element and a child safety lock.

Die US 4,444,326 beschreibt einen weiteren Behälter mit einer Kindersicherung.The US 4,444,326 describes another container with a child safety device.

Die Erfindung stellt sich die Aufgabe, einen Behälter mit Kindersicherung anzugeben, der einfach und zuverlässig bedienbar ist.The invention has as its object to provide a container with child protection, which is easy and reliable to use.

Die Aufgabe wird gelöst durch einen Behälter mit den Merkmalen von Anspruch 1. Demnach ist bei einem eingangs genannten Behälter vorgesehen, dass das Garantieelement eine Bewegung zumindest eines Abschnittes des Betätigungselements blockiert und dass nach dem Entfernen des Garantieelements zumindest ein Abschnitt des Betätigungselements aus einer ersten Position, in der der Behälterverschluss gesichert ist, in eine zweite Position bewegbar ist, in der der Behälterverschluss nicht gesichert ist.The object is achieved by a container having the features of claim 1. Accordingly, it is provided in a container mentioned above, that the guarantee element blocks movement of at least a portion of the actuating element and that after removal of the guarantee element at least a portion of the actuating element from a first position in which the container closure is secured, is movable to a second position in which the container closure is not secured.

Vorteilhaft ist bei der Erfindung, dass der Behälter einfach in der Bedienung ist. Darüber hinaus ist er sicher in der Handhabung. Erst nach Entfernen des Garantieelements kann der Behälterverschluss geöffnet werden. Das Garantieelement, das insbesondere ein Garantieband sein kann, macht sichtbar, dass der Behälterverschluss noch nicht geöffnet wurde. Zudem ist der Behälter einfach und kostengünstig herstellbar. Durch das Zusammenwirken von Garantielement und Kindersicherung wird eine verbesserte Sicherheit erreicht. Die Bedienung ist einfach und intuitiv. Gleichzeitig bleibt eine hohe Sicherheit der Kindersicherung erhalten.An advantage of the invention is that the container is easy to operate. In addition, he is safe to handle. Only after removing the warranty element can the container closure be opened. The guarantee element, which may be a guarantee strip in particular, makes it clear that the container closure has not yet been opened. In addition, the container is simple and inexpensive to produce. Through the combination of guarantee element and child safety improved security is achieved. The operation is simple and intuitive. At the same time, a high level of child safety security is maintained.

Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass das Betätigungselement einen Schiebekörper aufweist, der aus der ersten in die zweite Position verschiebbar ist. Diese Gestaltung ist besonders gut und sicher zu bedienen und darüber hinaus einfach herzustellen. Das Verschieben erfolgt in vorteilhafter Weise parallel zu einer Längsachse des Behälterkörpers oder parallel zu einer Seitenwandung des Behälterkörpers. Der Schiebeköper kann z.B. durch die Außenseite des Behälterkörpers geführt sein.According to the invention it is provided that the actuating element has a sliding body which is displaceable from the first to the second position. This design is particularly good and safe to use and also easy to manufacture. The displacement is advantageously carried out parallel to a longitudinal axis of the container body or parallel to a side wall of the container body. The sliding body may be guided, for example, through the outside of the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Schiebekörper ein Fenster aufweist und dass das Garantieelement in dem Fenster angeordnet ist. Vorzugsweise hat das Fenster eine längliche Form und erstreckt sich in Umfangsrichtung über einen Teil des Umfangs. Das Fenster kann als Durchbrechung des Schiebekörpers ausgebildet sein.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the sliding body has a window and that the guarantee element is arranged in the window. Preferably, the window has an elongated shape and extends circumferentially over part of the circumference. The window may be formed as an opening of the sliding body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass an dem Behälterkörper an der Behälteröffnung ein nach außen weisender Vorsprung angeordnet ist und dass das Garantieelement einen nach innen weisenden Blockierabschnitt aufweist, wobei der Blockierabschnitt durch Anlage an dem Vorsprung verhindert, dass der Schiebekörper in die zweite Position bewegbar ist. Wenn das Garantieelement entfernt wurde, kann der Schiebekörper in die zweite Position bewegt werden. Der Vorsprung erstreckt sich vorzugsweise quer zur Längsachse des Behälterkörpers.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that on the container body at the container opening an outwardly facing projection is arranged and that the guarantee element has an inwardly facing blocking portion, wherein the blocking portion by abutment against the projection prevents the sliding body in the second position is movable. When the warranty element has been removed, the sliding body can be moved to the second position. The projection preferably extends transversely to the longitudinal axis of the container body.

Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass der Schiebekörper einen Druckabschnitt zur Anlage an dem Behälterverschluss aufweist. Wenn der Schiebekörper aus der ersten in die zweite Position bewegt wird, liegt der Schiebekörper mit dem Druckabschnitt unter Druck an dem Behälterverschluss an, um diesen aus der geschlossenen in eine zumindest teilweise geöffnete Stellung zu bewegen. Es genügt dabei, wenn der Behälterverschluss so weit geöffnet wird, dass er in der Folge leicht abgenommen werden kann.According to the invention, it is provided that the sliding body has a pressure section for bearing against the container closure. When the sliding body is moved from the first to the second position, the sliding body is under pressure with the pressure portion on the container closure to move it from the closed to an at least partially open position. It is sufficient if the container closure is opened so far that it can be easily removed in the sequence.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Druckabschnitt in der ersten Position an einem Rand der Behälteröffnung anliegt. Vorzugsweise liegt der Druckabschnitt an einer Stirnseite des Randes an. Auf diese Weise bildet der Druckabschnitt einen Anschlag, der eine Bewegung des Schiebekörpers in Richtung zum Behälterboden hin begrenzt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the pressure section rests in the first position on an edge of the container opening. Preferably, the pressure section abuts against an end side of the edge. In this way, the pressure portion forms a stop which limits a movement of the sliding body in the direction of the container bottom.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Schiebekörper einen Abdeckabschnitt aufweist, der den Behälterverschluss umgreift. Der Abdeckabschnitt verhindert, dass der Rand des Behälterverschlusses ergriffen und geöffnet werden kann. Der Abdeckabschnitt kann als ein Ringkörper ausgebildet sein, der sich von dem Druckabschnitt parallel zur Längsachse des Behälterkörpers erstreckt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the sliding body has a cover portion which engages around the container closure. The cover section prevents the edge of the Container closure can be taken and opened. The cover portion may be formed as an annular body extending from the pressure portion parallel to the longitudinal axis of the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Schiebekörper einen ersten Anschlag, der eine Bewegung des Schiebekörpers in einer Richtung zum Behälterboden hin begrenzt, und einen zweiten Anschlag, der eine Bewegung des Schiebekörpers in einer entgegengesetzten Richtung, vom Behälterboden weg begrenzt, aufweist. Auf diese Weise kann verhindert werden, dass der Schiebekörper über die erste bzw. zweite Position hinaus bewegt wird. Der erste Anschlag kann durch den Druckabschnitt gebildet sein. Dieser kann, wie beschrieben, auf dem Rand der Behälteröffnung zur Anlage kommen. Der zweite Anschlag kann durch einen Vorsprung (z.B. Wulst) gebildet sein, der sich von dem Schiebekörper nach innen zum Behälterkörper hin erstreckt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the sliding body has a first stop, which limits movement of the sliding body in one direction towards the container bottom, and a second stop, which limits movement of the sliding body in an opposite direction away from the container bottom. In this way it can be prevented that the sliding body is moved beyond the first or second position. The first stop may be formed by the pressure section. This can, as described, come to rest on the edge of the container opening. The second stopper may be formed by a protrusion (eg, bead) extending inwardly from the sliding body toward the container body.

Eine weitere besonders vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Betätigungselement ein Verformungselement aufweist.A further particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element has a deformation element.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Verformungselement in der ersten Position des Betätigungselements von einer Außenfläche des Behälterkörpers beabstandet ist, und dass das Verformungselement durch Fingerdruck zu dem Behälterkörper hin in die zweite Position bewegt werden kann.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element in the first position of the actuating element is spaced from an outer surface of the container body, and that the deformation element can be moved by finger pressure to the container body in the second position.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass in der ersten Position das Betätigungselement den Behälterverschluss abdeckt. Vorzugsweise deckt das Betätigungselement den Randabschnitt des Behälterverschlusses so ab, dass dieser nicht mit dem Finger untergriffen werden kann.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that in the first position the actuating element covers the container closure. Preferably, the actuator covers the edge portion of the container closure so that it can not be engaged with the finger.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass in der zweiten Position das Betätigungselement den Behälterverschluss, insb. dessen Randabschnitt, freigibt, so dass auf diesen, insb. mit dem Finger, eine Kraft ausgeübt werden kann, um diesen zur geöffneten Stellung zu bewegen.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that in the second position, the actuating element, the container closure, esp. Its edge portion, releases, so that on this, esp. With the finger, a force can be exerted to move it to the open position.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Verformungselement elastisch verformbar ist. Vorzugsweise kehrt dieses selbsttätig aus der zweiten in die erste Position zurück.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is elastically deformable. Preferably, this automatically returns from the second to the first position.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Garantieelement an einem Rand des Verformungselements angeordnet ist. Vorzugsweise ist das Garantieelement an dem zum Behälterverschluss hin weisenden Rand des Verformungselements angeordnet.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the guarantee element is arranged on an edge of the deformation element. The guarantee element is preferably arranged on the edge of the deformation element facing the container closure.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Garantielement den Behälterverschluss abdeckt. Vorzugsweise umschließt das Garantieelement den Außenumfang des Behälterverschlusses.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the guarantee element covers the container closure. Preferably, the guarantee element encloses the outer periphery of the container closure.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Verformungselement ringförmig ausgebildet ist.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is annular.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Verformungselement sich parallel zur Seitenwandung des Behälterkörpers erstreckt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element extends parallel to the side wall of the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Verformungselement über einen Verbindungsabschnitt mit dem Behälterkörper verbunden ist. Vorzugsweise ist das Verformungselement einstückig mit dem Behälterkörper hergestellt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the deformation element is connected via a connecting portion with the container body. Preferably, the deformation element is made in one piece with the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Betätigungselement ringförmig ausgebildet ist.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element is annular.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass sich das Betätigungselement um den Behälterkörper herum erstreckt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element extends around the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Betätigungselement an einer Außenseite des Behälterkörpers angeordnet ist.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the actuating element is arranged on an outer side of the container body.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass die Behälteröffnung an einem Ende des Behälterkörpers angeordnet ist und dass das Betätigungselement an demselben Ende angeordnet ist.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container opening is arranged at one end of the container body and that the actuating element is arranged at the same end.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Behälterkörper einen Behälterrand aufweist, der die Behälteröffnung begrenzt.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container body has a container edge which limits the container opening.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Behälterverschluss als Stopfen ausgebildet ist.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container closure is designed as a plug.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Behälterkörper eine Seitenwandung und einen Behälterboden aufweist. Vorzugsweise ist der Behälterkörper zylindrisch ausgebildet.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container body has a side wall and a container bottom. Preferably, the container body is cylindrical.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass das Garantieelement als ein Garantieband ausgebildet ist. Vorzugsweise ist das Garantieband einstückig mit dem Betätigungselement hergestellt. Das Garantieelement kann über Abreißstege mit dem Betätigungselement verbunden sein.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the guarantee element is designed as a guarantee strip. Preferably, the guarantee strip is made in one piece with the actuating element. The guarantee element can be connected via tear-off webs with the actuating element.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass der Behälterverschluss eine Basis und einen Dichtabschnitt aufweist. Vorzugsweise erstreckt sich der Dichtabschnitt von der Basis zu dem Behälterkörper hin. Der Dichtabschnitt kann rechtwinklig zur Basis angeordnet sein. Die Basis kann einen nach außen weisenden Randabschnitt aufweisen. Der Dichtabschnitt liegt in der geschlossenen Position vorzugsweise an der Innenseite des Behälterkörpers dichtend an.An advantageous embodiment of the invention provides that the container closure has a base and a sealing portion. Preferably, the sealing portion extends from the base toward the container body. The sealing portion may be arranged at right angles to the base. The base may have an outwardly facing edge portion. The sealing portion is in the closed position preferably on the inside of the container body sealingly.

Vorzugsweise ist der Behälter als Spritzgussteil aus Kunststoff ausgebildet. Insbesondere kann der Behälter aus thermoplastischem Kunststoff, wie z.B. Polyethylen oder Polypropylen hergestellt sein.Preferably, the container is designed as an injection molded part made of plastic. In particular, the container may be made of thermoplastic material, such as e.g. Be made polyethylene or polypropylene.

Weitere Ziele, Merkmale, Vorteile und Anwendungsmöglichkeiten der vorliegenden Erfindung ergeben sich aus der nachfolgenden Beschreibung von Ausführungsbeispielen anhand der Zeichnung. Dabei bilden alle beschriebenen und/oder bildlich dargestellten Merkmale für sich oder in beliebiger sinnvoller Kombination den Gegenstand der Erfindung, auch unabhängig von der Zusammenfassung in einzelnen Ansprüchen oder deren Rückbeziehungen.Other objects, features, advantages and applications of the present invention will become apparent from the following description of embodiments with reference to the drawings. All described and / or illustrated features alone or in any meaningful combination form the subject matter of the invention, regardless of the summary in individual claims or their relationships.

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Fig. 1:
eine perspektivische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemäßen Behälters einer ersten Ausführungsform mit Schiebekörper;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters aus Fig. 1 im Längsschnitt mit Garantieelement;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters aus Fig. 2 im Längsschnitt mit entferntem Garantieelement, wobei sich der Schiebekörper in der ersten Position befindet;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters des Behälters aus Fig. 3, wobei sich der Schiebekörper in der zweiten Position befindet;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters aus Fig. 4, wobei sich der Schiebekörper wieder in der ersten Position befindet;
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eine perspektivische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemäßen Behälters einer nicht beanspruchten Ausführungsform mit Verformungselement;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters aus Fig. 6 im Längsschnitt mit Garantieelement;
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einen Abschnitt des Behälters aus Fig. 7 im Längsschnitt ohne Garantieelement.
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a perspective view of a container according to the invention a first embodiment with sliding body;
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a section of the container Fig. 1 in longitudinal section with warranty element;
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a section of the container Fig. 2 in longitudinal section with removed guarantee element, wherein the sliding body is in the first position;
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a portion of the container of the container Fig. 3 with the sliding body in the second position;
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a section of the container Fig. 4 with the sliding body again in the first position;
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a perspective view of a container according to the invention an unclaimed embodiment with deformation element;
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a section of the container Fig. 6 in longitudinal section with warranty element;
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a section of the container Fig. 7 in longitudinal section without warranty element.

Die Figuren zeigen jeweils einen Behälter 1 mit einem Behälterkörper 2, der eine Behälteröffnung 3 aufweist. Darüber hinaus ist ein Behälterverschluss 4 vorgesehen, der in den dargestellten Ausführungsbeispielen als Stopfen ausgebildet ist. Der Behälter 1 weist eine Kindersicherung 5 auf, die ein Betätigungselement 6 umfasst. Weiterhin ist ein entfernbares Garantieelement 7 vorgesehen. Der Behälterkörper 2 ist röhrenförmig ausgebildet und weist an seiner der Öffnung gegenüberliegenden Seite einen Behälterboden 30 auf.The figures each show a container 1 with a container body 2, which has a container opening 3. In addition, a container closure 4 is provided, which is formed in the illustrated embodiments as a plug. The container 1 has a child safety device 5, which comprises an actuating element 6. Furthermore, a removable warranty element 7 provided. The container body 2 is tubular and has a container bottom 30 on its side opposite the opening.

Der im Ausführungsbeispiel dargestellte Behälterverschluss 4 weist jeweils eine Basis 13 auf. An dieser ist ein Dichtabschnitt 14 angeordnet. Der Dichtabschnitt 14 ist ringförmig ausgebildet. Er ist so angeordnet, dass es sich ein Stück weit in den Behälterkörper 2 hinein erstreckt, wenn sich der Behälterverschluss 4 in der geschlossenen Position befindet. Der Dichtabschnitt 4 liegt dann dichtend an der Innenseite des Behälterkörpers 2 an. Zudem weist die Basis 13 einen nach außen weisenden Randabschnitt 15 auf. Dieser kann insbesondere als ein Greifabschnitt ausgebildet sein, der zum Öffnen mit den Fingern ergriffen werden kann.The container closure 4 shown in the embodiment has in each case a base 13. At this a sealing portion 14 is arranged. The sealing portion 14 is annular. It is arranged so that it extends a little way into the container body 2 when the container closure 4 is in the closed position. The sealing portion 4 is then sealingly against the inside of the container body 2. In addition, the base 13 has an outwardly facing edge portion 15. This can in particular be designed as a gripping portion which can be grasped for opening with the fingers.

Der dargestellte Behälterverschluss 4 weist darüber hinaus eine Trockenmittelkammer 16 auf, in der ein (nicht dargestelltes) Trockenmittel, wie z.B. Silicagel, aufgenommen werden kann. Weiterhin weist der Behälterverschluss 4 ein Federelement 17 auf, um Bewegungen von in dem Behälterkörper 2 aufgenommenen Gegenständen zu reduzieren. Der Behälter 1 eignet sich insbesondere für Tabletten, wie z.B. Brausetabletten.The illustrated container closure 4 further comprises a desiccant compartment 16 in which a desiccant (not shown), such as a desiccant, is provided. Silica gel, can be added. Furthermore, the container closure 4 has a spring element 17 in order to reduce movements of objects received in the container body 2. The container 1 is particularly suitable for tablets, e.g. Effervescent tablets.

In den Figuren 1 bis 5 ist eine erste Ausführungsform der Erfindung dargestellt. An dem Behälterkörper 2 ist an der Behälteröffnung 3 ein nach außen weisender Vorsprung 8 angeordnet. Der Vorsprung 8 ist umlaufend ausgebildet. Das Garantieelement 7 weist einen nach innen weisenden Blockierabschnitt 9 auf. Dieser steht mit dem Vorsprung 8 im Eingriff und verhindert, dass das Betätigungselement 6 aus der in Figur 2 dargestellten ersten Position in die zweite Position bewegt wird, solange das Garantieelement 7 nicht entfernt wurde.In the FIGS. 1 to 5 a first embodiment of the invention is shown. On the container body 2, an outwardly facing projection 8 is arranged on the container opening 3. The projection 8 is formed circumferentially. The guarantee element 7 has an inwardly directed blocking section 9. This is engaged with the projection 8 and prevents the actuator 6 from the in FIG. 2 shown first position is moved to the second position, as long as the guarantee element 7 has not been removed.

Das Betätigungselement 6 ist bei der in den Figuren 1 bis 5 dargestellten Ausführungsform als ein Schiebekörper ausgebildet. Figur 2 zeigt den Behälterkörper 2, der mit dem Garantielement 7 versehen ist. In dieser Form kann der befüllte Behälter ausgeliefert werden.The actuator 6 is in the in the FIGS. 1 to 5 illustrated embodiment designed as a sliding body. FIG. 2 shows the container body 2, which is provided with the guarantee element 7. In this form, the filled container can be delivered.

Nach dem Abnehmen des Garantieelements 7 kann der Schiebekörper durch Schieben aus der in Figur 3 dargestellten ersten Position in die in Figur 4 dargestellte zweite Position bewegt werden. Das Abnehmen des Garantieelements 7 kann durch Ziehen mit den Fingern erfolgen. Das Verschieben des Schiebekörpers erfolgt entlang einem Verschiebeweg parallel zu der Längsachse des Behälterkörpers 2 und parallel zur Seitenwandung des Behälterkörpers 2.After removing the guarantee element 7, the sliding body can be pushed out of the in FIG. 3 shown first position in the in FIG. 4 shown second position to be moved. The removal of the guarantee element 7 can be done by pulling with your fingers. The sliding of the sliding body takes place along a displacement path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the container body 2 and parallel to the side wall of the container body. 2

Das Betätigungselement 6 (Schiebekörper) weist einen Druckabschnitt 10 auf. Der Druckabschnitt 10 liegt an dem Behälterverschluss 4 an, wenn der Schiebekörper aus der ersten Position in die zweite Position geschoben wird. Dabei bewegt der Druckabschnitt 10 den Behälterverschluss 4 aus der geschlossenen Stellung (siehe Fig. 3) in eine teilweise geöffnete Stellung (siehe Fig. 4). Im dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiel ist der Druckabschnitt 10 zur Anlage an dem Randabschnitt 15 ausgebildet.The actuating element 6 (sliding body) has a pressure section 10. The pressure portion 10 abuts against the container closure 4 when the sliding body is pushed from the first position to the second position. In this case, the pressure section 10 moves the container closure 4 from the closed position (see Fig. 3 ) in a partially open position (see Fig. 4 ). In the illustrated embodiment, the pressure portion 10 is formed to rest against the edge portion 15.

Nachdem das Betätigungselement 6 in die in Figur 4 dargestellte zweite Position gebracht wurde, wird das Betätigungselement 6 wieder in die erste Position zurückbewegt (vgl. Fig. 5). Jetzt kann der Behälterverschluss 4, der dabei nicht zurückbewegt wurde, leicht mit der Hand ergriffen und abgenommen werden. Der Randabschnitt 15 des Behälterverschlusses 4 ist jetzt nicht mehr von dem unten näher beschriebenen Abdeckabschnitt 12 abgedeckt.After the actuator 6 in the in FIG. 4 shown second position has been brought, the actuator 6 is moved back to the first position (see. Fig. 5 ). Now the container closure 4, which was not moved back, can be easily grasped and removed by hand. The edge portion 15 of the container closure 4 is no longer covered by the cover portion 12 described in more detail below.

Der Druckabschnitt 10 liegt in der ersten Position des Schiebekörpers an einem Rand der Behälteröffnung 3 an. Dies kann Figuren 2 und 5 entnommen werden. Wie dargestellt liegt der Druckabschnitt 10 an einer Stirnseite des Randes an. Auf diese Weise bildet der Druckabschnitt 10 einen ersten Anschlag, der die Bewegung des Schiebekörpers in Richtung zum Behälterboden 30 hin begrenzt.The pressure portion 10 abuts in the first position of the sliding body at an edge of the container opening 3. This can Figures 2 and 5 be removed. As shown, the pressure portion 10 abuts an end face of the edge. In this way, the pressure section 10 forms a first stop, which limits the movement of the sliding body in the direction of the container bottom 30.

Weiterhin ist ein zweiter Anschlag 18 vorgesehen, der eine Bewegung des Schiebekörpers in einer Richtung vom Behälterboden 30 weg begrenzt. Der zweite Anschlag 18 ist an dem Betätigungselement 6 vorgesehen. Auf diese Weise kann verhindert werden, dass der Schiebekörper über die erste Position hinaus bewegt wird. Der zweite Anschlag wird durch einen nach innen weisenden Vorsprung des Schiebekörpers gebildet, der in der zweiten Position an dem Vorsprung 8 des Behälterkörpers anliegt.Furthermore, a second stop 18 is provided which limits movement of the sliding body in a direction away from the container bottom 30. The second stop 18 is provided on the actuating element 6. In this way, it can be prevented that the sliding body is moved beyond the first position. The second stopper is formed by an inwardly facing projection of the sliding body, which abuts in the second position on the projection 8 of the container body.

Der Schiebekörper weist ein Fenster 11 auf. Das Garantieelement ist in dem Fenster 11 angeordnet. Das Fenster hat, wie in Fig. 1 dargestellt, eine längliche Form und erstreckt sich in Umfangsrichtung. Das Garantielement 7 hat eine Form, die der des Fensters 11 im Wesentlichen entspricht. Das Betätigungselement 6 ist mit dem Garantieelement 7 als ein zusammenhängendes Spritzgussteil hergestellt. Das Garantieelement 7 ist dabei über Abreißstege mit dem Betätigungselement 6 verbunden. Ein Ende des Garantieelements 7 kann mit den Fingern ergriffen werden, um das Garantieband 7 zu entfernen und damit von dem Betätigungselement 6 zu lösen.The sliding body has a window 11. The guarantee element is arranged in the window 11. The window has, as in Fig. 1 shown, an elongated shape and extends in the circumferential direction. The guarantee element 7 has a shape substantially similar to that of the window 11. The actuator 6 is made with the warranty element 7 as a coherent injection molded part. The guarantee element 7 is connected via tear-off webs with the actuating element 6. One end of the guarantee element 7 can be grasped with the fingers in order to remove the guarantee strip 7 and thus release it from the actuating element 6.

Weiterhin zeigen die Figuren 1 bis 5, dass das Betätigungselement 6 (Schiebekörper) einen Abdeckabschnitt 12 aufweist, der den Behälterverschluss 4 umgreift. Der Abdeckabschnitt 12 ist als eine insbesondere ringförmige Abdeckung ausgebildet, die den Rand des Behälterverschlusses 4 umschließt und soweit abdeckt dass der Behälterverschlusses 4, insbesondere dessen Randabschnitt 15, nicht mit den Fingern ergriffen werden kann, solange der Behälterverschluss 4 sich in der geschlossenen Position und das Betätigungselement sich in der ersten Position befindet.Furthermore, the show FIGS. 1 to 5 in that the actuating element 6 (sliding body) has a cover section 12 which surrounds the container closure 4. The cover portion 12 is formed as a particular annular cover which surrounds the edge of the container closure 4 and covers so far that the container closure 4, in particular its edge portion 15, can not be grasped with the fingers, as long as the container closure 4 in the closed position and the Actuator is in the first position.

Die Figuren 6 bis 8 zeigen eine zweite Möglichkeit, die kein Teil der Erfindung ist. Dabei werden für Teile gleicher Funktion dieselben Bezugszeichen verwendet, auch dann, wenn die Teile anders ausgebildet sind. Zur Vermeidung von Wiederholungen wird auf die Beschreibung zu den Figuren 1 bis 5 verwiesen, die, soweit Übereinstimmungen bestehen, entsprechend für die Figuren 6 bis 8 gilt.The FIGS. 6 to 8 show a second possibility, which is not part of the invention. The same reference numerals are used for parts of the same function, even if the parts are designed differently. To avoid repetition, refer to the description of the FIGS. 1 to 5 referred to, which, as far as matches exist, correspondingly for the FIGS. 6 to 8 applies.

Das Betätigungselement 6 weist bei der in den Figuren 6 bis 8 dargestellten Ausführungsform ein Verformungselement 19 auf. Das Verformungselement 19 wird durch einen ringförmigen Abschnitt gebildet, der sich um den Behälterkörper 2 herum erstreckt.The actuator 6 has in the in the FIGS. 6 to 8 illustrated embodiment, a deformation element 19. The deformation element 19 is formed by an annular portion which extends around the container body 2.

Das Verformungselement 19 ist in der ersten Position des Betätigungselements 6, wie in den Figuren 7 und 8 dargestellt, von einer Außenfläche 31 des Behälterkörpers 2 beabstandet. Das Verformungselement 19 kann durch Fingerdruck zu dem Behälterkörper 2 hin in die zweite Position (nicht dargestellt) bewegt werden. Hierbei bewegt sich ein Endabschnitt des Verformungselements 19 unter den Randabschnitt 15 des Verschlusses. Auf diese Weise kann bei nach innen gedrücktem Verformungselement 19 der Behälterverschluss 4 und insbesondere der Randabschnitt 15 leicht ergriffen und mit dem Finger in die geöffnete Stellung bewegt werden. Das Verformungselement 19 ist elastisch ausgebildet und bewegt sich wieder in die in Fig. 7 dargestellte Position zurück, wenn der Fingerdruck reduziert wird.The deformation element 19 is in the first position of the actuating element 6, as in FIGS FIGS. 7 and 8th shown spaced from an outer surface 31 of the container body 2. The deformation element 19 can be moved by finger pressure to the container body 2 in the second position (not shown). In this case, an end portion of the deformation element 19 moves under the edge portion 15 of the closure. In this way, when pressed inward deformation element 19 of the container closure 4 and in particular the edge portion 15 can be easily grasped and moved with the finger in the open position. The deformation element 19 is elastic and moves back into the in Fig. 7 shown position when the finger pressure is reduced.

In der ersten Position, die in den Figuren 7 und 8 dargestellt ist, deckt das Betätigungselement 6 den Randabschnitt 15 des Behälterverschlusses so ab, dass dieser nicht mit dem Finger untergriffen werden kann.In the first position in the FIGS. 7 and 8th is shown, the actuator 6 covers the edge portion 15 of the container closure so that it can not be engaged with the finger.

Figuren 7 und 8 lassen weiterhin erkennen, dass das Verformungselement 19 über einen Verbindungsabschnitt 20 mit dem Behälterkörper 2 verbunden ist. Das dem Verbindungsabschnitt 20 gegenüberliegende Ende des Verformungselements 19 bildet ein freies Ende und ermöglicht eine leichte Verformung durch Fingerdruck. FIGS. 7 and 8th let us further recognize that the deformation element 19 is connected via a connecting portion 20 with the container body 2. The connecting portion 20 opposite end of the deformation element 19 forms a free end and allows easy deformation by finger pressure.

Figur 7 zeigt weiterhin, dass das Garantieelement 7 an einem Rand des Verformungselements 19 angeordnet ist. Das Garantielement 7 ist dabei über Abreißstege mit dem Verformungselement 19 verbunden. Die Figur 7 lässt dabei erkennen, dass das Garantielement 7 an einem Rand des Verformungselements 19 angeordnet ist. Vorliegend ist das Garantielement 7 an dem freien Ende des Verformungselements 19 angeordnet. Das Garantieelement 7 ist an dem zum Behälterverschluss 4 hin weisenden Rand des Verformungselements 19 angeordnet. Das Garantielement 7 ist dabei ringförmig ausgebildet und erstreckt sich um den Randabschnitt 15 herum. Es umschließt einen Außenumfang des Behälterverschlusses 4. Solange das Garantieelement 7 nicht abgenommen ist, kann das Verformungselement 19 nicht nach innen gedrückt werden, um den Rand des Behälterverschlusses 4 freizugeben. Eine Bewegung des Verformungselements 19 nach innen wird dadurch verhindert, dass das Garantielement 7 unter Druck von außen nach innen an dem Randabschnitt 15 des Behälterverschlusses 4 zur Anlage kommt und eine Bewegung nach innen blockiert. FIG. 7 further shows that the guarantee element 7 is arranged on an edge of the deformation element 19. The guarantee element 7 is about Tear-off webs connected to the deformation element 19. The FIG. 7 indicates that the guarantee element 7 is arranged on an edge of the deformation element 19. In the present case, the guarantee element 7 is arranged at the free end of the deformation element 19. The guarantee element 7 is arranged on the edge of the deformation element 19 facing the container closure 4. The guarantee element 7 is annular and extends around the edge portion 15 around. It encloses an outer periphery of the container closure 4. As long as the guarantee element 7 is not removed, the deformation element 19 can not be pressed inward to release the edge of the container closure 4. A movement of the deformation element 19 inwardly is prevented by the guarantee element 7 comes under pressure from outside to inside at the edge portion 15 of the container closure 4 to the plant and blocked movement inwards.

Figur 8 zeigt den Behälter mit abgenommenem Garantieelement. Jetzt kann das Verformungselement 19 nach innen, unter den Randabschnitt 15 gedrückt werden, um den Behälterverschluss 4 abzunehmen. Gleichwohl ist der Behälter noch kindergesichert, da die zum Öffnen notwendige Abfolge koordinierter Bewegungen gegen ein unbeabsichtigtes Öffnen schützt. FIG. 8 shows the container with the guarantee element removed. Now, the deformation element 19 can be pressed inwards, under the edge portion 15, to remove the container closure 4. Nevertheless, the container is still child-resistant, since the sequence of coordinated movements which is necessary for opening protects against unintentional opening.

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  1. Container comprising a container body (2) having a container opening (3), and comprising a container closure (4) for the container opening (3), the closure being movable from a closed to an open position, and comprising a removable tamper-proof element (7), wherein a child safety device (5) comprising an actuation element (6) is assigned to the container closure (4), wherein the tamper-proof element (7) blocks movement of at least a portion of the actuation element (6), and wherein after the tamper-proof element (7) is removed, at least a portion of the actuation element (6) is movable from a first position, in which the container closure (4) is secured, to a second position, in which the container closure (4) is not secured, wherein the actuation element (6) has a sliding body being displaceable from the first to the second position, wherein the sliding body has a pressure portion (10) for contact with the container closure (4), characterised in that when the sliding body is moved from the first to the second position the pressure portion (10) thereof is positioned against the container closure (4), so as to move it from the closed to an at least partially open position.
  2. Container according to claim 1, characterised in that the actuation element (6) is formed annular.
  3. Container according to either claim 1 or claim 2, characterised in that in the first position the actuation element (6) covers the container closure (4) in such a way that it is not possible to grip the closure from below with a finger, and in that in the second position the actuation element (6) uncovers the container closure (4) in such a way that a force can be exerted on the closure using a finger, so as to move it to the open position.
  4. Container according to any of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that the sliding body has a window (11), and in that the tamper-proof element (7) is arranged in the window (11).
  5. Container according to any of claims 1 to 4, characterised in that on the container body (2), an outward-facing projection (8) is arranged at the container opening (3), and in that the tamper-proof element (7) has an inward-facing blocking portion (9), wherein the blocking portion (9), by abutting against the projection (8), prevents the sliding body from being movable to the second position.
  6. Container according to any of claims 1 to 5, characterised in that in the first position the pressure portion (10) abuts against a front side of the rim of the container opening (3).
  7. Container according to any of claims 1 to 6, characterised in that the sliding body has a cover portion (12) which encompasses the container closure (4).
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