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Suspension cushioning package

US5183159A · kind A · utility

45Cited by
11References
13Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 26, 1991
Grant dateFeb 2, 1993
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02W30/80
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reusable container for packaging objects for shipping is disclosed. The container comprises a pair of outer frame members having a clamshell configuration in which the two frame members are connected by a reclosable hinge. The container has removable insert trays which each fit into one of the frame members, each insert tray having a resilient film covering the well portion of the tray. The insert trays are each designed to interfit tightly into one of the frame members to form the complete package. When the package is closed, the resilient film stretches around an object to be shipped thereby suspending it in the interior of the container.

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