James E Collie

US Patent:

59315830, Aug 3, 1999

Filed:

Nov 14, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/970774

Inventors:

James E. Collie - Richmond VA

International Classification:

B65D 3008
B65D 3316

US Classification:

383 89

Abstract:

A pliable, thermally insulative container is provided for maintaining the temperature of the contents inside the container which facilitates the use of ice as a cooling medium. The pliable, thermally insulative container comprises a substantially cylindrical body formed of an exterior shell, an interior liner and flexible insulative material. The body has a top end and a bottom end. The exterior shell and interior liner are attached at the top end creating an interior insulative space between the exterior shell and the interior liner and a storage space lined by the interior liner. In accordance with one aspect of the invention, a waterproof base is attached to the exterior shell at the bottom end of the body sealing the interior insulative space. The flexible, insulative material is disposed within the interior insulative space. The container preferably includes a band at the top end with a quick-release coupling attached thereto for closing the opening at the top end of the container.

US Patent:

D3972739, Aug 25, 1998

Filed:

Oct 28, 1997

Appl. No.:

D/078517

Inventors:

James Collie - Richmond VA

International Classification:

0706

US Classification:

D 7607