Film securing apparatus and method
US11548667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7132
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems, apparatuses, and methods to secure a film to a container are provided. An example sealing device utilizes film from a supply of film to seal a lid onto a container. Various sizes of containers are usable with some example sealing devices. Additional features, such as printing on the film and piercing the film for ventilation and/or insertion of a straw are contemplated. One or more markings along the film may be utilized for confirming that an approved film has been loaded into the sealing device. In response, various components or features of the sealing device may be appropriately enabled or disabled. The one or more markings may also be utilized to convey data to the sealing device regarding the installed film, such as for improved operation thereof.
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