Articulated sheet binder apparatus
US10173456B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB42F9/008
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A binder system is disclosed that flexibly secures one or more flat objects including by mechanical grasping of flat-shaped or sheet materials in a central spring clamp having a compact cross-sectional geometry that can adapt to several sizes of clamped materials and uses. The spring clamp comprises an elongated tri-folded spine with a flat central portion and flat side portions, and flat cover supports that are attached by hinged means to the side portions of the spine. The flat central portion aids a user in opening and keeping the system in its open configuration. In some aspects the system includes customizable covers attachable to said cover supports.
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