Working clamshell blister package for tape measure
US5129516A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 29, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2201/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A working clamshell blister package for holding and displaying a tape measure having working components, the package including first and second substantially mirror image panels each having an upper end, a lower end, a pair of sides and a recess, a base portion being generally trapezoidal in cross-section, the lower ends of the panels being integrally hinged to the base portion. When the panels are placed in contacting relationship, an enclosed compartment for the tape measure is formed by the recesses. The package also includes a working platform being defined by at least one opposed pair of the side edges, the working platform including at least one integrally formed access opening defined in part by each side, the access opening being positioned to permit access to the working components of the tape measure while the tape measure is held within the compartment.
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