US3765565A
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Dispenser carton and holder
Assignee: Georgia Pacific Consumer Products LP
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Filing: 1971-08-30
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Granted: 1973-10-16
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Expires: 1991-08-30
Abstract
Abstract A dispensing carton for a stack of folded sheets and a base with a spring biased follower for urging the folded sheets toward a dispensing panel of the carton. The carton features a pair of laterally extending flanges on the bottom panel for frictionally locking the dispensing carton to the base.
Inventors
- 👤 I Fietzer
- 👤 E Filipowicz
- 👤 M Kuchenbecker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 06:56
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D83/00; B65D83/08; B65D83/0805; A; A47; A47K; A47K10/00; A47K10/24; A47K10/32; A47K10/42; A47K10/426; A47K10/427
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
154 words
In combination, means for supporting and dispensing a stock of folded sheets, comprising: a carton of rectangular cross section having a front dispensing panel, closed top and side panels, a rear panel, a bottom panel having a longitudinal tear-out section and a pair of laterally extending flanges; a supporting base for said carton having a pair of longitudinal inner sidewalls, each inner sidewall having a carton locking edge for frictionally locking the laterally extending flanges, and a pair of carton support plates between the lateral inner sidewalls of the base; a spring biased follower capable of insertion into the carton upon removal of the longitudinal tear-out section; and means for rolling said follower along the base and urging the folded sheets toward the front dispensing panel comprising a follower support plate having a pair of anchor lugs for pivotal mounting of the spring biased follower, and rollers rotatably mounted on the follower support plate.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
154 words
In combination, means for supporting and dispensing a stock of folded sheets, comprising: a carton of rectangular cross section having a front dispensing panel, closed top and side panels, a rear panel, a bottom panel having a longitudinal tear-out section and a pair of laterally extending flanges; a supporting base for said carton having a pair of longitudinal inner sidewalls, each inner sidewall having a carton locking edge for frictionally locking the laterally extending flanges, and a pair of carton support plates between the lateral inner sidewalls of the base; a spring biased follower capable of insertion into the carton upon removal of the longitudinal tear-out section; and means for rolling said follower along the base and urging the folded sheets toward the front dispensing panel comprising a follower support plate having a pair of anchor lugs for pivotal mounting of the spring biased follower, and rollers rotatably mounted on the follower support plate.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
43 words
The combination of claim 1 further comprising a constant force spring having one end fixed to the follower support plate and wherein the base further comprises a retaining well adjacent the forward lateral inner sidewall to receive the other end of the spring.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The combination of claim 2 wherein the rear panel is provided with a tear-out section adjacent the bottom panel tear-out section to facilitate insertion of the spring-biased follower.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination of claim 3 wherein the spring biased follower is arcuately shaped at its upper extremity, and the rear panel tear-out section is similarly arcuately shaped.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
11 words
The combination of claim 4 wherein the folded sheets are napkins.
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) | 1976-10-15 | 1977-04-16 | 1977-10-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-15 | 1981-04-16 | 1981-10-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-15 | 1985-04-16 | 1985-10-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |