On Display: Dispensers - Pumps, Sprayers, and More
Foam Dispenser
Procter & Gamble chose a supplier's foam dispenser for its Pantene Pro-V ProV Treatment lightweight conditioning foam. The F2 dispenser distributes the liquid conditioning formula as foam by combining it with air in a precise mixture. Product is dispensed with a single stroke of the smooth-action button. The angular design of the dispenser's dip tube lets the dispenser operate at many angles. Airspray International Inc., Pompano Beach, FL.
Airless System
An airless dispenser contains a collapsible bag that protects sensitive products from oxygen and moisture. The dispenser can distribute almost 95% of the bag's content. Suited for cream, lotion, sun care, and fragrance products, the high-density polypropylene dispenser delivers product in spray doses of 300 µl. It is available in sizes of 50, 100, and 200 ml. Offset printing, silk-screening, hot stamping, and metallizing can be applied for decoration. The Cosmetic Packaging Group, O. Berk Co., Union, NJ.
Low-Profile Pump
A supplier has added a new pump to its Soprano line of low-profile lockable screw-on lotion pumps. The SP343 18-400 is the lowest-profile pump in the Soprano line, and also has the shortest thread finish. The thick wall of the collar's assembly hides sink marks, increasing the pump's aesthetic appeal. The 18-mm diameter pump dispenses product in 230-µl doses. The line's signature flared collar is available in metal or plastic, in various colors. Soprano pumps also accommodate overcaps. Rexam Dispensing Systems, Purchase, NY.
Dispensing Caps
Plastic dispensing caps are offered in a range of styles. Various sizes and colors are available. The caps' finishes can be smooth or ribbed. The stock packaging supplier also provides lotion and spray pumps in plastic, metal, or a combination of both, and in a variety of neck finishes. The company also distributes bottles and jars to accompany its closures. Brad-Pak Enterprises Inc., Garwood, NJ.
Squeezable Foam Dispenser
A foam dispenser is suited for products such as sunless tanner, body wash, and shampoo. Designed for one-handed use, the EcoFoam Squeeze Foamer distributes product when a user squeezes the bottle. The dispenser is made completely of plastic and features a free-spinning closure. It is available in neck finishes of 24-410 and 28-410. Emsar Inc., Stratford, CT.
Hands-Free Roller Applicator
An applicator system is designed to ease topical product delivery to nearly any part of the body, including the back. The Miracle Applicator features the patented Macro-Flo spreader, a roller that dispenses and spreads product evenly over skin, lips, and face. The polypropylene rollers feature no parting lines, enabling smooth product application. The system has a one-way shutoff valve that prevents product from sucking back or leaking out. Products of all viscosities can be dispensed, and numerous package and body styles are available. These styles include a back and body applicator with a handle that can extend to 13 in.; a lip applicator with either a sponge or soft-rubber Macro-Flo spreader; a face applicator with a football-shaped spreader to help product reach all corners of the face; a deodorant applicator for creams, lotions, gels, or liquids; and a hair-product applicator with a comb-like dispenser for creams, lotions, gels, or liquids. Wiley Wonder Products Corp., Simi Valley, CA.
Slim, Elegant Style
Slim dispensers suited for fragrance and cream products have a modern and elegant appeal. Available in sizes of 5 and 8 ml, the dispensers are offered in an array of colors, with numerous decorating options. The supplier also offers a wide range of other pumps and dispensers. Arrowpak Inc., Richmond Hill, NY.