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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 13, 2005
Filed:
Jul. 23, 2003
Keith Rea, Florence, SC (US);
Keith Rea, Florence, SC (US);
Sonoco Development, Inc., Hartsville, SC (US);
Abstract
The present invention provides an improved apparatus for measuring and dispensing powdered products. The apparatus includes a cup portion and a funnel-shaped dispenser. The cup holds the powdered material to be measured is sized to contain a desired volume of the powder when filled to its upper edge. The upper edge of the cup has a flat surface to accommodate leveling of the powdered ingredients. The funnel-shaped dispenser serves as a leveler and aids in accurately dispensing the measured powder into a mixing area. The funnel-shaped dispenser thus defines a flat edge at its receiving opening for engaging the upper edge of the cup.