US3797650A
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Show-tote bale bag
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-02-29
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Granted: 1974-03-19
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Expires: 1992-02-29
Abstract
Abstract A bale of hay is provided with a weather proof canvas covering. The covering is form fitting and provides access to the enclosed bale of hay from two sides and one end by use of a zipper. Additionally, the covering has some means to facilitate handling of the enclosed bale of hay.
Inventors
- 👤 J Obrien
- 👤 G Obrien
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 12:50
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C3/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S190/00; Y10S190/903
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A package comprising a substantially self-supporting bale of hay or straw; a form-fitting bag encasing said bale, said bag being made of a weatherproof material and having handle means on at least two opposed sides, and an opening that permits access to said body, said opening starting in one of the faces not having handle means, extending to an end of the bag, across said end and down the other face to a point opposite its initiation point, and closure means for effectively sealing the opening and securing the bale in the bag.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
A package comprising a substantially self-supporting bale of hay or straw; a form-fitting bag encasing said bale, said bag being made of a weatherproof material and having handle means on at least two opposed sides, and an opening that permits access to said body, said opening starting in one of the faces not having handle means, extending to an end of the bag, across said end and down the other face to a point opposite its initiation point, and closure means for effectively sealing the opening and securing the bale in the bag.
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) | 1977-03-18 | 1977-09-17 | 1978-03-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-03-18 | 1981-09-17 | 1982-03-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-03-18 | 1985-09-17 | 1986-03-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |