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Brilliant Design for a Gas Can: The SureCan
In the traditional gas can when dirt gets in, and it will, it settles at the bottom of the can. As long as you don't completely empty the can (which I never do) dirt will remain at the bottom. I see a possible issue with dirt coming out of this new style can and entering the tank you are filling since the filling nozzle is at the bottom of the can. Maybe install a filter at the filling port of the can could resolve any dirt entering the can.
I redesigned the humble gas can for a first year industrial design project at university! I remember focusing on keeping the weight of the fuel load central and ensuring the users wrists are able to maintain a 'power grip' position throughout the entire 'filling' motion. This design looks like it works well!
Leaks would be bad (if not catastrophic), I would not trust the dispensing arm. Many of these designs are necessitated by the stupid vapor lock required by EPA regulations. Those vapor lock spouts may be fine for filling a horizontal gas tank opening (e.g. a car), but they absolutely fail when filling a vertical gas tank opening (e.g. most outdoor equipment). I have spilled more gas with those cans and released a lot more gas vapor than I would have with a simple spout. A simple and cheap solution is to buy a "water" can, label it abundantly, and use it for gas. If you worried about the environment, make sure you cap it properly when not in use.