Extrusion blow molded container, apparatus and method
US8282876B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2029 |
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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