Overview
Filed on September 12, 2016 and granted on June 4, 2019, this patent protects a thoughtfully engineered beverage holster that combines hands-free carry, cap removal and secure storage in a single molded accessory. Drafted for robustness and practical use, the claims capture a vertically aligned cup-like containment with a C-shaped handle, a belt-clip holster interface, and an integrated cap-removal system. Inventors based in Bushland, TX and the applicant pursued multiple embodiments that address both twist-off and pry-off closures, embedding a twist-off socket with cap-teeth and a pry plate in the lower surface to support broad beverage formats. The specification also teaches central drainage, magnet apertures for one‑or‑more magnets, and optional magnetic grabs—features that enable the holster to attach to ferromagnetic surfaces and retain removed caps to minimize litter. The prosecution strategy and claim scope demonstrate careful attention to mechanical detail and accessory ergonomics, protecting both structural elements and accessory combinations (clip, magnets, socket, drain, pry plate) that differentiate the design from prior art.
Key Features
- Vertically aligned beverage containment with C-shaped handle and belt-clip holster
- Twist-off socket with cap-teeth and optional magnetic grab for cap retention
- Pry plate for pry-off caps and can-tab leverage
- Central drain aperture and embedded magnet apertures for mounting
This patent illustrates pragmatic mechanical innovation for on-the-go beverage use and highlights design details that are increasingly valued in consumer accessories and hospitality-related product lines.
Granted: 2019-06-04
