Patent · US Expired

Package for hand tools

US5279417A · kind A · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 14, 1992
Grant dateJan 18, 1994
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 14, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2575/366
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A functional package for hand tools such as scissors, pliers, pruners, snippers, clippers, or other hand tools is disclosed. The package is a point of sale display container which can accommodate straight handled tools. Both blister packages and clam packages are disclosed. The blister package and clam package hold a first handle of the tool substantially stationery and allow a second handle of the tool to be manipulated by a customer. Preferably, an aperture or hole is provided to manipulate locking controls or switches.

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