Binder with reinforced spine
US9346312B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB42F13/006
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A bound component including a first panel and a second panel pivotally coupled together along a hinge. Each panel includes an outer covering and a substrate positioned in the outer covering, wherein the outer covering of the first panel is directly coupled to the outer covering of the second panel to form the hinge. The substrates of the first and second panels are not directly coupled together. The bound component further includes a reinforcement extending over or forming at least part of the hinge.
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