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Composite retortable closure

US4813561A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 29, 1988
Grant dateMar 21, 1989
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Expiry dateFeb 29, 2008

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D41/3428
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A closure is described for sealing retortable containers. The closure has a disc shaped metal cover with a grooved sealing portion at its outer edge containing a sealant and a plastic ring for engaging the container. A clamping action holds sealant in the cover groove against a rim of the container and the relative dimensions of the closure groove and the container are chosen for providing a tight seal particularly after retorting.

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