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High compression transverse zipper system

US6088998A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 1998
Grant dateJul 18, 2000
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T24/45157
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A zipper strip for a reclosable package having a transverse zipper is provided. The zipper strip comprises a male interlocking profile and a female interlocking profile. Each profile includes an interlocking member and an integral web which defines a trailing flange. One or both of the profiles are provided with high compression members which allow one or both of the interlocking members to be sealed to thermoplastic film without being crushed or distorted.

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