Container suspension device

Abstract

A device for suspending a container such as a beverage container from a dispenser includes a first portion having a pair of projections adapted to engage a support shoulder on the container, and a second portion adapted to engage the dispenser.

1 . A device for suspending a container having a filling means and a support shoulder, from a dispenser, said device comprising:
 (a) a first portion comprising a pair of projections for releasably engaging the support shoulder of the container; and   (b) a second portion, connected to the first portion, for releasably engaging the dispenser.   
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the means for releasably engaging the support shoulder comprises at least one projection adapted to fit under the support shoulder of the container. 
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the pair of projections defines a U-shaped recess. 
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the second portion comprises a pair of arms attached to opposite sides of the first portion, each arm defining a hook for engaging the dispenser. 
   
   
       5 . The device of  claims 4  wherein the hooks are inwardly extending, outwardly extending or laterally extending. 
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the second portion comprises a frame defining a central space. 
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 6  wherein the side members of second portion, forming part of the frame, defines inwardly extending hooks for engaging the dispenser. 
   
   
       8 . The device of  claim 1  wherein a handle portion is connected to the second portion. 
   
   
       9 . The device of  claim 8  wherein the underside of the handle portion defines a hand grip. 
   
   
       10 . The device of  claim 4  wherein a top member forming part of the frame comprises the handle portion.