Patent · US Expired

Method of making flexible packages having slide closures

US8122687B2 · kind B2 · utility

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11Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 31, 2003
Grant dateFeb 28, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 27, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB31B70/8132
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Horizontal form fill seal apparatus for making flexible packages with slider fastener closures is provided. Various types of fastener tracks are applied in-line with a plastic web and are bonded thereto. All package components are brought together at the point of fill. Flexible packages are provided with shrouded and unshrouded slide fastener closures.

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