Patent · US Expired

Laundry bag

US4120335A · kind A · utility

8Cited by
5References
8Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 8, 1977
Grant dateOct 17, 1978
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 8, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D29/00
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved laundry bag is disclosed which includes a combined bag closure and support band or flap having a specially configured lower edge which intersects the side seams of the bag at an acute angle. This angle of intersection distributes stresses developed in use in the closure and support band or flap so that the tendency to tear at the side seams or elsewhere is reduced substantially. The bag preferably is made from bias-cut material, which minimizes puckering of seams and adds extra stretchiness to the product. The bag also includes an improved form of handle pocket at its lower end. A method of manufacture which minimizes material wastage is also disclosed.

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