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Method for inserting one or more canisters into a flexible pouch in a predetermined orientation

US6918233B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 28, 2003
Grant dateJul 19, 2005
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 28, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B5/067
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for inserting one or more canisters into a flexible pouch includes having the pouch with a re-sealable end portion for permitting insertion of the canisters. The pouch also includes a collapsible and flexible floor portion on which one or more of the canisters are positioned. A side portion encloses the canisters and connects the end portion to the floor portion. The method further comprises positioning the canisters into a position adjacent the pouch, and attaching one or more of the canisters to a mechanical arm for providing transportation to the pouches. The canisters are placed through the re-sealable open end and onto the collapsible and flexible floor portion so that the floor portion forms a stable storage platform for the canisters.

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