Collapsible container
US9221582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D21/086
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A collapsible container is provided. The collapsible container includes a substantially rigid upper rim, and a container portion that is made entirely of a flexible (collapsible) material. The flexible container has a base and side walls extending upward from the base. The side walls include at least one living hinge, and the base is formed with a structural ribbing configuration. The structural ribbing integrated into the base and formed of the flexible material creates a level of rigidity in the same that allows the entire container to collapse and extend without requirement any other materials incorporated into the container portion.
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