Plastic reclosable fastener with structure for retaining slider in closed position
US5189764A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 22, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/2532
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Latching means is provided for retaining a plastic slider in closed position when the slider reaches the closed end of its travel along a zipper. The latching means disclosed is in the form of a detent on the plastic slider which engages with a protrusion on the zipper track to provide the feel of a secure closure and retain the slider in a closed position.
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