Packaging system for clutch sets
US5685431A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D5/4212
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A packaging system for clutch sets. The system includes a box provided with several packing sheets of compressible foam which can be custom fitted to the clutch set components. The packaging system allows several sizes of clutch sets to be securely packaged in the same size box, and the compressible foam provides a lightweight means for stabilizing the components during shipping or storage. The outside of the box is unmarked except for a label on one side for a bar code or other information. The system includes a sleeve like wrapper with a hole in the side to reveal the label on the side on the box. The outside of the sleeve is imprinted with a brand name and other trade dress. This allows a bearing manufacturer to maintain an inventory of various sizes of pre-packaged clutch sets, along with an inventory of preprinted sleeves. Then, upon receipt of an order from a retail customer, the time necessary to complete the private label packaging of the clutch sets is substantially reduced. Moreover, because of the foam sheets, the boxes can be stored or shipped safely in stacks or on their sides.
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