In-mold labeling system for containers
US9073244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/13
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A container or other article is integrally molded to a labeling assembly. The labeling assembly includes a release surface for releasably supporting an adhesive label for identifying a feature of the container. A method of making a container having an in-mold labeling assembly is also disclosed. A labeling assembly is provided in a mold cavity so that the top face of the labeling assembly faces away from the hollow mold cavity. Moldable material is introduced into the mold cavity to form the container and the formed container is integrally molded to the labeling assembly. A method for tracking the contents of a container using such an assembly is also provided.
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