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Method for forming a honeycomb corner protector with self-locking panels

US6007469A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 25, 1997
Grant dateDec 28, 1999
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S493/966
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for forming a honeycomb protector for protecting the corners, edges or other surfaces of articles during shipping of such articles comprising self-locking honeycomb panels. In one embodiment, the protector includes first and second unitary panels separated by a channel about which the panels are foldable. The first panel includes a lip which fits into a slit in the second panel to connect and lock the first and second panels in position.

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