Method of handling a plastic container having a moveable base
US10611544B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67C2003/226
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Method for processing hot-filled plastic containers are provided. In some embodiments, the method may include hot-filling a plastic container, sealing the container, and conveying the sealed container, each with an inner annular wall and a push-up portion in a first position. In some embodiments, the method may further include creating a vacuum pressure in the hot-filled and sealed container and repositioning or inverting the push-up portion from the first position to a second position under the vacuum pressure.
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