Packaging system for fully baked, unfilled pastry shells
US4399157A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 1, 1982 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2577/045
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a packaging system capable of protecting the freshness and structural integrity of fully-baked pastry shells during shipping and storage. According to the disclosure: individual pastry shells, held in conforming baking pans, are placed in paperboard cartons; at least one stack of cartons is then enclosed by a bag comprised of high polymer film; shock absorbing material is positioned to totally surround the cartons; and a corrugated shipping container is employed to enclose the absorbing material, the bag, and the cartons.
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