Shipping and display container with removable panel
US8439187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 18, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D5/706
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A shipping container convertible into a display container comprises a case having sidewalls, a closed bottom, and an open top. A separate cover is secured to and closes the open top. The cover comprises a lid panel coextensive in length and width with the open top. A flange depending from each of the side edges of the lid panel and attached to upper outer surfaces of the case sidewalls to secure the cover to the case. A detachable display panel is formed in the lid panel. A detachable protective panel is foldably attached to one side edge of the lid panel by weakened tear lines. The protective panel is attached to the display panel, whereby removal of the protective panel carries with it and removes the display panel to form a display opening in the lid panel for display of and access to product contained in the container.
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