Push-tab hinge for a container closure apparatus
US5823420A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 21, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D5/748
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A package closure apparatus is disclosed which has a push-tab connected to a base via a landing which extends into a central opening in said closure and a spring face which extends from said push-tab to connect with the landing. The connection between the landing and spring face forms a first junction about which the hinge may act. The connection between the spring face and the push-tab forms a second junction about which the hinge may act.
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