Packaging system for door hardware
US6971513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D25/22
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A packaging system for a door knob assembly is disclosed which includes a clear or translucent extruded tubular member for encasing a door knob, lever, deadbolt or other door hardware or accessory. A pair of end caps are disposed at opposite ends of the tubular member for defining a packaging volume therein. The particular door hardware contained within the packaging system may be supported on an insert which further provides a storage volume within the packaging system for additional components of the lockset. Retaining flanges extend from the end caps for releasably securing the packaged door hardware within the packaging system.
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