Ferrule package and method of packaging and loading ferrules
US8505772B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D85/62
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A container for packing and shipping stud welding ferrule aligned along a spindle. The container comprises a body having a top, a bottom, opposing side walls and opposing end walls defining a storage space therein. The container further comprises a spindle retainer operatively connected to the body. The spindle retainer has a transverse portion and a longitudinal portion connected to the transverse portion. The transverse portion extends from one of the end walls and toward and into the storage space, while the longitudinal portion extends from the transverse portion and toward the bottom of the body. The transverse portion and the longitudinal portion are sized and shaped to accept and to retain ends of the spindle to contain the spindle within the body.
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