Eco-Friendly Reusable Insert for Toilet Rolls: Reducing Waste, Enhancing Convenience

Introduction

The growing demand for sustainability in household products has placed a spotlight on even the simplest items, such as toilet paper rolls. Traditionally, these rolls come with disposable cardboard tubes that are discarded after each use, contributing to unnecessary waste. Our patented reusable insert for toilet rolls presents a smarter, eco-friendly alternative that reduces waste and promotes sustainability in everyday life. Designed to fit seamlessly into standard toilet paper rolls, this insert offers the convenience of a reusable system, significantly cutting down on discarded materials while maintaining ease of use for consumers.

The Problem with Disposable Paper Roll Tubes

While toilet paper rolls may seem insignificant, millions of them are produced and discarded every day worldwide, contributing to landfill waste and environmental strain. The cardboard tube inside each roll is typically thrown away after the paper is used, resulting in substantial amounts of waste over time. Additionally, the production of these tubes requires raw materials and energy, further contributing to the environmental footprint of what is essentially a disposable item.

As consumers and businesses seek to adopt more sustainable practices, there is a growing need for innovative solutions that reduce waste without sacrificing convenience or functionality. This is particularly important for eco-conscious brands and households looking for simple yet effective ways to minimize their environmental impact.

A Reusable Insert for a Greener Future

Our patented reusable insert for toilet rolls is designed to replace the disposable cardboard tubes found in standard toilet paper rolls. Made from durable, environmentally friendly materials, this insert can be reused multiple times, eliminating the need for constant replacement and disposal. The insert fits securely inside the roll, providing the same structural integrity as traditional tubes while offering the added benefit of being reusable.

The simplicity of the design ensures that it can be easily integrated into existing toilet paper products, making it suitable for both home and commercial use. By reducing the need for single-use cardboard tubes, this system helps cut down on manufacturing costs and waste production, aligning with the sustainability goals of both businesses and consumers.

Key Benefits

Eco-Friendly: Reduces landfill waste by eliminating disposable cardboard tubes, promoting sustainability.
Cost-Effective: Lowers production costs for manufacturers by replacing single-use materials with a reusable insert.
Convenient for Consumers: Offers the same functionality as traditional tubes with the added benefit of being reusable.
Broad Market Appeal: Ideal for households, businesses, and environmentally conscious consumers looking for sustainable solutions.

An Eco-Conscious Upgrade for Everyday Products

Licensing this reusable insert for toilet rolls allows companies in the consumer goods and packaging industries to lead the way in sustainable product development. By offering a practical solution to reduce waste, this technology meets the growing demand for eco-friendly household items while providing convenience and cost savings for manufacturers and consumers alike.

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Abstract
Claims

A reusable insert for a tubeless roll of material, such as a toilet paper roll, which insert coordinates with a standard spindle, roller axle or toilet paper roll holder, such that the material can spin freely, and is secure and centered on the spindle or axle, the insert having a tapered, hollow end, a tubular, hollow body and, distal from the tapered end, a cylindrical, hollow sleeve within the inner surface of the distal part of the tubular hollow body, where the hollow sleeve acts as a bearing to the roller axle.

The invention claimed is:

1. A reusable insert comprising:

a rigid, tubular, hollow body defining an exterior surface, wherein a first end of the rigid, tubular, hollow body tapers to a first tapered end and a first concentric hole, wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body is longer than a roll of toilet paper mounted thereon,

wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body is sized to house a toilet paper roller axle, wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body is configured to enclose the toilet paper roller axle along an entire length of the rigid, tubular, hollow body, and

the first concentric hole is configured to be a bearing and a stop for a toilet paper roller axle; and

an internal bearing sleeve, the internal bearing sleeve configured to engage an inner surface of a second end of the rigid, tubular, hollow body, the internal bearing sleeve having a second concentric hole that aligns with the first concentric hole, wherein a diameter of the second concentric hole is configured to act as a bearing for a toilet paper roll axle.

2. The reusable insert according to claim 1, wherein the first tapered end is curved.

3. The reusable insert according to claim 1 wherein the first end is configured to be inserted into a tubeless material roll.

4. The reusable insert of claim 3 wherein the material roll is selected from a group consisting of: toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, gift wrap material, fabric, tissue, plastic wrap, and foil wrap.

5. The reusable insert according to claim 1, wherein a diameter of the first concentric hole is between 0.6 and 0.8 inches.

6. The reusable insert according to claim 1, wherein a diameter of the second concentric hole is between 0.9 inches and 1.1 inches.

7. The reusable insert according to claim 1, further comprising a roller axle configured to be coupled with the reusable insert.

8. The reusable insert according to claim 1, wherein the length of the rigid, tubular, hollow body is at least 4.25 inches and the first concentric hole is 0.75 inches in diameter.

9. The reusable insert according to claim 1, wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body exterior surface has a non-tapered length that is configured to contact the roll of toilet paper along the non-tapered length.

10. A reusable insert comprising:

a rigid, tubular, hollow body, the hollow body having an inner surface and an exterior surface, wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body is longer than a roll of toilet paper mounted thereon;

wherein a first end of the rigid, tubular, hollow body is tapered, terminating in an inwardly directed lip and a first concentric hole,

wherein the inner surface of the rigid, tubular, hollow body houses a toilet paper roller axle wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body encloses the toilet paper roller axle along an entire length of the rigid, tubular, hollow body,

the first concentric hole that is a bearing and a stop for a toilet paper roller axle; and

an internal bearing sleeve, the internal bearing sleeve that fits snugly and concentrically on the inner surface of a second end of the rigid, tubular, hollow body, the internal bearing sleeve having a second concentric hole that aligns with the first concentric hole, wherein a diameter of the second concentric hole is configured to act as a bearing for a toilet paper roll axle.

11. The reusable insert according to claim 10, wherein the first end is tapered and curved.

12. The reusable insert according to claim 10 wherein the first end is configured to be inserted into a tubeless material roll.

13. The reusable insert of claim 12 wherein the material roll is selected from a group consisting of: toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, gift wrap material, fabric, tissue, plastic wrap, and foil wrap.

14. The reusable insert according to claim 10, wherein a diameter of the first concentric hole is between 0.6 and 0.8 inches.

15. The reusable insert according to claim 10, wherein a diameter of the second concentric hole is between 0.9 inches and 1.1 inches.

16. The reusable insert according to claim 10, further comprising a roller axle configured to be coupled with the reusable insert.

17. The reusable insert according to claim 10, wherein the length of the rigid, tubular, hollow body is at least 4.25 inches and the first concentric hole is 0.75 inches in diameter.

18. The reusable insert according to claim 10, wherein the rigid, tubular, hollow body exterior surface has a non-tapered length that is configured to contact the roll of toilet paper along the non-tapered length.

Title

Tube, reusable insert for toilet rolls

Inventor(s)

Russell Leon Rickert

Assignee(s)

Individual

Patent #

10709301

Patent Date

July 14, 2020