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Reclosable upside down beam blade wiper blade package

US8613357B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2011
Grant dateDec 24, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2585/6885
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reclosable wiper blade package for holding a beam-type wiper blade in a substantially straightened condition in an upside down orientation with the wiping element of the blade facing upwardly toward a cover of the package. The package includes a blade-retaining package panel with a cavity formed therein having an adapter seat and blade engagement regions that engage corresponding arms of the wiper blade. Each blade engagement region is configured for snap fit engagement with an end portion of the wiper blade arm such as an end cap of the wiper blade.

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