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US3811243A
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Method of assembling multi-packaging devices to articles
Assignee: Grip-Pak Inc
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Filing: 1972-03-31
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Granted: 1974-05-21
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Expires: 1992-03-31
Abstract
Abstract A method for assembling stretchable and elastic multi-packaging devices to articles is disclosed wherein the stretchable and elastic multi-packaging device is positioned over at least one pair of adjacent articles, the articles are moved apart from one another to stretch the multi-packaging device and allow at least one other article to be inserted therebetween, and the spaced apart articles are then released to allow the multi-packaging device to grip the articles together as a group.
Inventors
- 👤 E Cunningham
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 07:08
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65B; B65B17/00; B65B17/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
75 words
The method of assembling a stretchable and elastic band relative to a plurality of articles comprising the steps of: positioning the stretchable and elastic band over at least one pair of adjacent articles, moving the articles apart from one another to stretch the band, inserting at least one article between each pair of spaced apart articles, and releasing the spaced apart articles and causing the band to elastically grip the articles together as a group.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
75 words
The method of assembling a stretchable and elastic band relative to a plurality of articles comprising the steps of: positioning the stretchable and elastic band over at least one pair of adjacent articles, moving the articles apart from one another to stretch the band, inserting at least one article between each pair of spaced apart articles, and releasing the spaced apart articles and causing the band to elastically grip the articles together as a group.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
94 words
The method of assembling a stretchable and elastic carrier device relative to a plurality of containers, providing a stretchable and elastic tubular carrier which is dimensioned for mounting over at least one pair of adjacent containers in unstretched condition; positioning the carrier over at least one pair of adjacent containers, moving the containers apart from one another and stretching the tubular carrier, inserting at least one article between each pair of spaced apart containers, and releasing the spread apart containers and causing the tubular carrier to elastically grip the containeRs together as a group.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
94 words
The method of assembling a stretchable and elastic carrier device relative to a plurality of containers, providing a stretchable and elastic tubular carrier which is dimensioned for mounting over at least one pair of adjacent containers in unstretched condition; positioning the carrier over at least one pair of adjacent containers, moving the containers apart from one another and stretching the tubular carrier, inserting at least one article between each pair of spaced apart containers, and releasing the spread apart containers and causing the tubular carrier to elastically grip the containeRs together as a group.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
140 words
The method of assembling carrier devices to a plurality of articles arranged together as a group, each said carrier device being made of stretchable and elastic plastic material and having a top and a wraparound skirt whose circumference is substantially less than the outer dimension of said group of articles, comprising the steps of: telescopically mounting each carrier device over said group of articles, stretching the wraparound skirt of each carrier device to a peripheral dimension greater than the outer dimension of the group of articles by moving at least some of said group of articles in opposite directions, inserting at least one additional article between said spaced apart articles, and releasing the wraparound skirt of each carrier device by releasing the spaced apart articles to cause said skirt to elastically embrace and hold said articles together as a group.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
140 words
The method of assembling carrier devices to a plurality of articles arranged together as a group, each said carrier device being made of stretchable and elastic plastic material and having a top and a wraparound skirt whose circumference is substantially less than the outer dimension of said group of articles, comprising the steps of: telescopically mounting each carrier device over said group of articles, stretching the wraparound skirt of each carrier device to a peripheral dimension greater than the outer dimension of the group of articles by moving at least some of said group of articles in opposite directions, inserting at least one additional article between said spaced apart articles, and releasing the wraparound skirt of each carrier device by releasing the spaced apart articles to cause said skirt to elastically embrace and hold said articles together as a group.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
68 words
The method as defined in claim 3 wherein the wraparound skirt of each carrier device has a length greater than the height of said articles and said method further includes the step of positioning the lower free end of the stretched wraparound skirt below the articles, whereby upon releasing the wraparound skirt, the lower free end thereof is in a position beneath and in contact with said articles.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
37 words
The method as defined in claim 3 wherein said carrier device is made from lay flat tubing and said method includes the step of opening up the lay flat tubing prior to stretching the wraparound skirt thereof.
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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) | 1977-05-20 | 1977-11-19 | 1978-05-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-05-20 | 1981-11-19 | 1982-05-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-05-20 | 1985-11-19 | 1986-05-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |