US4027426A
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Pre-labelled coated container
Assignee: DIAMOND THATCHER Inc
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Filing: 1975-01-15
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Granted: 1977-06-07
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Expires: 1995-01-15
Abstract
Abstract Containers are provided with a label and subsequently coated to seal and protect the label while enhancing the appearance and durability of the container. The coating also gives the label an appearance of depth and greatly enhances its appeal and attractiveness.
Inventors
- 👤 Wayne A. Wallding
- 👤 Roy S. Arrandale
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 01:29
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09F; G09F3/00; G09F3/08; G09F3/18; B; B65; B65C; B65C9/00; B65C9/20; B65C9/24; B65C9/25; B65D; B65D23/00; B65D23/12; B65D23/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
72 words
A pre-labelled container having glass sidewalls substantially covered with an undercoating of a polymer of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid; a label of heat insulative material having a lesser areal extent than said undercoating, said label being bonded to said undercoating with an adhesive consisting of a polymer of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid; and, a continuous plastic outercoating over said label and said polymer film, said outercoating being permanently bonded to said undercoating.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
72 words
A pre-labelled container having glass sidewalls substantially covered with an undercoating of a polymer of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid; a label of heat insulative material having a lesser areal extent than said undercoating, said label being bonded to said undercoating with an adhesive consisting of a polymer of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid; and, a continuous plastic outercoating over said label and said polymer film, said outercoating being permanently bonded to said undercoating.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The container of claim 1 wherein said outercoating is 0.006-0.012 inches thick and comprises a polyolefin.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The container of claim 1 wherein said undercoating and said adhesive comprise polyacrylic acid.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
10 words
The container of claim 1 wherein said label comprises paper.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The container of claim 3 wherein a major constituent of said outer coating comprises polyethylene.
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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) | 1980-06-06 | 1980-12-06 | 1981-06-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-06-06 | 1984-12-06 | 1985-06-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-06-06 | 1988-12-06 | 1989-06-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |