Flexible mounting for evacuation channel
US7004209B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2231/004
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a flexible mounting for securing at least one evacuation member to a fitment for use in a collapsible bag. The mounting comprises a peripheral ring adapted to fit within a spout of the fitment, a central member to which the at least one evacuation member is secured and a plurality of spring members extending between the peripheral ring and the central member, the spring members supporting the central member while permitting the central member to be displaced relative to the peripheral ring.
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