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US3735864A
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Temperature probe cot package
Assignee: Becton Dickinson and Co
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Filing: 1971-09-27
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Granted: 1973-05-29
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Expires: 1991-09-27
Abstract
Abstract An improved package for holding a plurality of electronic thermometer cots or the like in position for simplified removal is provided. The package includes a flat, two-ply sheet formed of relatively rigid cardboard stock. A plurality of holes extend through the sheet with the openings through the top ply being slightly larger than the corresponding openings through the bottom ply.
Inventors
- 👤 E O Livingston Eckhart
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 21:27
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D73/00; B65D73/0042; B65D73/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
108 words
In combination: a plurality of cots of the type having an elongated tubular body portion, a closed bottom end, an open top end, and a ring disposed about said top end; and a package comprising: a flat sheet having a plurality of cot-receiving holes therein, the diameter of each said hole measured at the top surface of said sheet being greater than the diameter of the corresponding hole measured at the bottom surface of said sheet, and both said top and bottom surface hole diameters being less than the diameter to the outer edge of said cot ring and greater than the diameter of said cot body portion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
108 words
In combination: a plurality of cots of the type having an elongated tubular body portion, a closed bottom end, an open top end, and a ring disposed about said top end; and a package comprising: a flat sheet having a plurality of cot-receiving holes therein, the diameter of each said hole measured at the top surface of said sheet being greater than the diameter of the corresponding hole measured at the bottom surface of said sheet, and both said top and bottom surface hole diameters being less than the diameter to the outer edge of said cot ring and greater than the diameter of said cot body portion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
41 words
The package in accordance with claim 1 wherein said sheet comprises a multi-ply laminate with each hole passing through the top ply of said laminate being greater in diameter than the corresponding hole passing through the bottom ply of said laminate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
52 words
The package in accordance with claim 1 wherein said flat sheet further includes a flap extending beyond said package and a score line separating said flap and said package with said flap being sufficiently large to completely overlie said package when said flap is folded on said score line over said package.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The invention in accordance with claim 3 wherein said score line is perforated whereby to facilitate the separation of said flap and said package.
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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) | 1976-05-28 | 1976-11-27 | 1977-05-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-05-28 | 1980-11-27 | 1981-05-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-05-28 | 1984-11-27 | 1985-05-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |