Suspension packaging with on-demand oxygen exposure
US8697160B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D81/203
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to an article that enables on-demand blooming of an oxygen-sensitive product packaged within the interior of the article. Specifically, the product can be packaged between two films, wherein at least one of the films is oxygen-permeable. The edges of the films can be attached to one or more suspension frames, such that the product is suspended between the two frames. The oxygen-impermeable film is covered in with an oxygen-impermeable material that can be removed on demand to promote blooming.
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