US3696960A
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Modular box
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-09-03
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Granted: 1972-10-10
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Expires: 1990-09-03
Abstract
Abstract A modular box formed of only two types of pieces is described, the pieces being capable of formation into a single unit or into a series of units, each of the same form. One of the pieces is provided with tabs through which locking members can be inserted to join to the second piece, the tabs being provided in such a way as to allow for joining of additional members. The box has particular utility as a display vehicle for flowers, especially artificial flowers.
Inventors
- 👤 James M Smirle
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 02:06
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D21/00; B65D21/08; B65D25/00; B65D25/02; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S220/00; Y10S220/25
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
144 words
A modular display unit formed of at least one bottom and side sections and at least two end sections: a. said bottom and side section formed of a sheet, said sheet being provided with two score lines to allow for bending of the panels extending from said score lines and each of the three panels formed by the use of said score lines being provided with first aligning means, said aligning means being in the form of depressed portions formed on one side of the sheet, and b. said end sections of sheet material being provided with second aligning means, said second aligning means being in the form of tabs extending from each side of the sheet member along its edge, to align with said first aligning means so as to allow for joining of said bottom and side section and said end sections.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
144 words
A modular display unit formed of at least one bottom and side sections and at least two end sections: a. said bottom and side section formed of a sheet, said sheet being provided with two score lines to allow for bending of the panels extending from said score lines and each of the three panels formed by the use of said score lines being provided with first aligning means, said aligning means being in the form of depressed portions formed on one side of the sheet, and b. said end sections of sheet material being provided with second aligning means, said second aligning means being in the form of tabs extending from each side of the sheet member along its edge, to align with said first aligning means so as to allow for joining of said bottom and side section and said end sections.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The modular unit of claim 1 wherein one bottom and side section and two end sections are secured together by joining means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
41 words
The modular unit of claim 1 wherein a series of said bottom and side sections aRe secured together, each pair of said bottom and side sections being joined by one of said end sections and joining means through said aligning means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
The modular unit of claim 1 wherein extended portions are formed on the extreme panels of said bottom and side section, as defined by said score lines, to provide support for a horizontal member held within the modular unit.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
The modular unit of claim 1 wherein each of said aligning means is provided with a pair of openings and said sections are joined by joining members placed through holes in mating aligning means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-10 | 1976-04-10 | 1976-10-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-10 | 1980-04-10 | 1980-10-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-10 | 1984-04-10 | 1984-10-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |