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US3698544A
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Book-type carton
Assignee: Continental Can Co Inc
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Filing: 1969-12-19
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Granted: 1972-10-17
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Expires: 1989-12-19
Abstract
Abstract This disclosure relates to a book-type carton which is basically formed of two hollow sections constructed to have positioned therein articles to be dispensed with the articles being displayed. Each of the carton sections includes an article support, and the carton is readily foldable to a closed position with the carton including a closure panel which is readily interlockable with one of the article supports in a novel manner which in no way detracts from appearance or strength of the carton.
Inventors
- 👤 Lawrence J Growney
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 14:04
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D5/00; B65D5/42; B65D5/44; B65D5/50; B65D5/5023
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
163 words
A carton comprising a hollow section having an open end, said hollow section having an intermediate article support therein, a closure panel for closing said open end, a locking flap carried by said closure panel for reception within said hollow section for retaining said closure panel in a closed position, and means on said article support defining a locking slot for receiving said locking flap, said hollow section including first and second panels arranged in spaced opposed relation, said article support including a support panel extending between said first and second panels, and said locking slot being formed in said support panel, said support panel being carried by and connected to a securing panel, said securing panel being secured to one of said first and second panels, said securing panel having an extension disposed remote from said carton open end, and a stop panel carried by said extension and extending between said first and second panels in spaced relation to said support panel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
163 words
A carton comprising a hollow section having an open end, said hollow section having an intermediate article support therein, a closure panel for closing said open end, a locking flap carried by said closure panel for reception within said hollow section for retaining said closure panel in a closed position, and means on said article support defining a locking slot for receiving said locking flap, said hollow section including first and second panels arranged in spaced opposed relation, said article support including a support panel extending between said first and second panels, and said locking slot being formed in said support panel, said support panel being carried by and connected to a securing panel, said securing panel being secured to one of said first and second panels, said securing panel having an extension disposed remote from said carton open end, and a stop panel carried by said extension and extending between said first and second panels in spaced relation to said support panel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
199 words
A carton comprising a hollow section having an open end, said hollow section having an intermediate article support therein, a closure panel for closing said open end, a locking flap carried by said closure panel for reception within said hollow section for retaining said closure panel in a closed position, and means on said article support defining a locking slot for receiving said locking flap, said hollow section including first and second panels arranged in spaced opposed relation, said article support including a support panel extending between said first and second panels, and said locking slot being formed in said support panel, a mounting panel connected to one edge of said support panel along a fold line with said mounting panel being fixedly secured to said first panel on the inner surface thereof, and said locking slot being formed in said mounting panel in addition to being formed in said support panel with said slot being along said fold line, said first and second panels also being connected together by end panels, a securing panel carried by one of said end panels and being secured to said second paneL, and said support panel being connected to said securing panel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
199 words
A carton comprising a hollow section having an open end, said hollow section having an intermediate article support therein, a closure panel for closing said open end, a locking flap carried by said closure panel for reception within said hollow section for retaining said closure panel in a closed position, and means on said article support defining a locking slot for receiving said locking flap, said hollow section including first and second panels arranged in spaced opposed relation, said article support including a support panel extending between said first and second panels, and said locking slot being formed in said support panel, a mounting panel connected to one edge of said support panel along a fold line with said mounting panel being fixedly secured to said first panel on the inner surface thereof, and said locking slot being formed in said mounting panel in addition to being formed in said support panel with said slot being along said fold line, said first and second panels also being connected together by end panels, a securing panel carried by one of said end panels and being secured to said second paneL, and said support panel being connected to said securing panel.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
The carton of claim 2 wherein said carton simulates a book and includes a second section connected to said hollow section by an intermediate hinge section, and said closure panel is carried by said second section.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The carton of claim 3 wherein said second section also has an open end closable by said closure panel.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-17 | 1976-04-17 | 1976-10-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-17 | 1980-04-17 | 1980-10-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-17 | 1984-04-17 | 1984-10-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |