Vacuum-formed container with u-shaped lock
US4917261A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 1988 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2251/105
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reclosable plastic container is formed having a cover hingedly attached to a base and having an interlocking structure such that the cover is held onto the base when the container is closed. The interlocking structure includes a locking mechanism for attaching a hinged cover to the container base in a positive-manner so that the cover will not open upon impact, but may conveniently be opened and closed when required. The locking mechanism includes a locking tab hingedly connected to the cover and an outwardly extending projection formed on the base in direct alignment with the locking tab.
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