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Insulated disposable paper-based cups, lids and containers

US11124351B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 24, 2018
Grant dateSep 21, 2021
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Expiry dateNov 19, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D43/16
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Various recyclable containers are described herein and generally comprise a frame made of a first paper-based material having a bottom wall and side walls that extend from the bottom wall; and a metallic layer that is removably positioned along an inner surface of the bottom and side walls of the frame; and at least one tab that is attached to a portion of the metallic layer. The at least one tab has a portion that extends past at least one sidewall of the container so that, during recycling, the at least one tab is pulled to remove the metallic layer from the frame. Examples of methods for manufacturing and recycling these containers are also described herein.

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