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US4497432A
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Dispenser package assembly
Assignee: Carlisle Laboratories Inc
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Filing: 1983-10-07
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Granted: 1985-02-05
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Expires: 2003-10-07
Abstract
Abstract The dispenser package assembly having a hollow outer casing open at each end and an article receiving tray carried within the casing. The tray may be partially slipped out of the outer casing to expose one of the articles therein. Hinged corner portions at the top of the outer casing may be swung inwardly to retain the tray in its partially opened condition. The hinged corner portions may be restored to their original position when the tray is no longer in use, thereby enclosing the articles within the container.
Inventors
- 👤 Frank Milia
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 23:07
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D5/00; B65D5/38
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
160 words
A dispenser package assembly comprising a hollow outer casing open at each end; a top margin and a bottom margin at the open ends thereof, a tray member slidably received within the outer casing, said casing comprising a front panel, a rear panel, a first side panel and a second side panel, all interconnected along three spaced parallel fold lines extending from the top margin to the bottom margin of the casing; a side margin on the first side panel, a first hinged tab formed in one corner of the rear panel and inwardly disposed from the top margin, a second hinged tab formed in the opposite corner of the rear panel and inwardly disposed from the top margin, said tabs being swingable inwardly of the casing, opening to overlie the tray when it is not fully received within the casing, and a side flap integral with the rear panel, extending outwardly thereof and secured to the first side panel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
160 words
A dispenser package assembly comprising a hollow outer casing open at each end; a top margin and a bottom margin at the open ends thereof, a tray member slidably received within the outer casing, said casing comprising a front panel, a rear panel, a first side panel and a second side panel, all interconnected along three spaced parallel fold lines extending from the top margin to the bottom margin of the casing; a side margin on the first side panel, a first hinged tab formed in one corner of the rear panel and inwardly disposed from the top margin, a second hinged tab formed in the opposite corner of the rear panel and inwardly disposed from the top margin, said tabs being swingable inwardly of the casing, opening to overlie the tray when it is not fully received within the casing, and a side flap integral with the rear panel, extending outwardly thereof and secured to the first side panel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
A package according to claim 1 in which the hollow outer casing is formed of a single unitary blank.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A package according to claim 1 in which the tray member comprises a bottom portion, spaced upstanding sides and opposed end portions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
A package according to claim 1 in which the area of the front panel is greater than that of the rear panel and the outer casing is substantially trapezoidal in cross-section.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
A package according to claim 1 in which the first and second side panels are each divided into two sections by a fold line.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
50 words
A package according to claim 5 in which the first side panel is provided with a hinged tab formed at one corner thereof between the top and side margins of the said flap and between the fold line dividing said side flap into two sections and the said side margin.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
44 words
A package according to claim 6 in which the first hinged tab extends across the fold line between the second side panel and the rear panel and the second hinged tab extend across the fold line between the rear panel and the side flap.
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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) | 1988-02-05 | 1988-08-06 | 1989-02-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-02-05 | 1992-08-06 | 1993-02-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-02-05 | 1996-08-06 | 1997-02-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |