Tubular structure for supporting a product
US7028964B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D61/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A base pad for supporting and cushioning a product such as a major home appliance. The base pad is made from a tube formed into a desired cross-sectional shape (profile) and folded into a square or rectangular frame-like configuration. V-shaped sections are cut out of the tube to facilitate the folding. The tube may have pockets located at the corners to hold vertical support posts.
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