Method of applying top load force
US10773940B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 7, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67C2003/227
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for manufacturing and filling a container. The method includes blow molding the container from a preform. The container is then hot filled and cooled. After cooling, the container is labeled. A top load force is applied to the container at least one of: before cooling the container; during cooling of the container; after cooling the container and before labeling the container; during labeling of the container; and after labeling the container in order to reverse any dents in the container formed during the method of manufacturing and filling.
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