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Extrusion blow molded container, apparatus and method

US7150371B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 2, 2003
Grant dateDec 19, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2203/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An extrusion blow molded container is provided comprising a closed base, a body portion extending from the closed base having a surface finish that is substantially free of striations, and an open neck portion extending from the body portion. In an embodiment, the container is comprised of polyethylene terephthalate (PET); the base portion includes a support portion and a substantially elevated portion having a center and a major diameter; and the center is disposed an elevated distance above said surface that is less than about 0.05 the major diameter. A method and apparatus for extrusion blow molding an article is also disclosed.

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