US3708946A
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Packaging for cylindrical and similar objects
Assignee: TDK Micronas GmbH
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Filing: 1970-12-01
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Granted: 1973-01-09
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Expires: 1990-12-01
Abstract
Abstract Packaging is provided using an outer tube selected to be one size larger than the objects to be packaged. Individual objects are held in position within the tube by foam discs. The ends of the tube are closed by fiber discs which are held in position by adhesive coated tape.
Inventors
- 👤 R Cahill
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 07:56
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D81/00; B65D81/02; B65D81/05; B65D81/127; B65B; B65B55/00; B65B55/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
26 words
A method as claimed in claim 1, in which sealing the tube comprises placing adhesive coated tape over joints between the tube and the fiber discs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
50 words
A method as claimed in claim 1, including the additional steps of placing a second object on the oversize foam packing, placing a second oversize foam packing on the second object, repeating these last two steps, alternating objects and oversize foam packings until the desired number of objects is included.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A method as claimed in claim 1, in which the object is a grinding wheel and the grinding wheel is placed flat on the foam packing which is smaller than the inside diameter of the tube.
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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) | 1976-01-09 | 1976-07-10 | 1977-01-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-09 | 1980-07-10 | 1981-01-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-09 | 1984-07-10 | 1985-01-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |