High compression transverse zipper system
US6088998A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 13, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 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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