Containers with attached lid for storage and microwave cooking
US4585915A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 29, 1985 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S220/912
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A container is provided for freeze storing and subsequent microwave heating and serving of food products. The cover is made of plastic or other suitable material transparent to electromagnetic radiation. The container includes a base having a flat bottom thereon on which the container may rest. The base is upwardly open and has an upper edge with an outwardly projecting rim. Two cover portions are pivotally mounted on the base and have lower edges with inwardly directing flanges interfitting with the rim of the base to seal the cover portions to the base. The cover portions seal to one another by structure such as a tongue and groove joint, and structure is provided for releasably holding the cover portions in closed position.
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