Abstract: A dark box which has at least one sealable opening and whose internal chamber can be divided into a desired number of compartments for stacks of identical or differently dimensioned and/or shaped sheets of exposed radiation sensitive material such as X-ray films, photographic paper, photographic film or others. The dark box can be inserted into the dark room of an apparatus which is designed to simultaneously withdraw two or more sheets from the inserted dark box and to transport the withdrawn sheets toward or into a developing machine of the type capable of simultaneously processing two or more rows of sheets. If the machine must be confined in a dark chamber, the apparatus is equipped or combined with an adapter which prepares simultaneously withdrawn sheets for admission into the developing machine.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a case for a photomask to prevent generation of dust which might attach to and stain a photomask or the photomask pellicle. In a case for a photomask comprising a case main unit with an upper opening for accommodating the photomask and a lid for the opening of the case main unit, cushion materials are provided on the inner bottom of the case main unit and on the inner ceiling of the lid. The photomask is elastically squeezed between the cushion materials when accommodated. Thus, shaking and rattling during transportation are prevented to minimize the generation of dust. As the cushion material, a rubber material having a smooth surface on one side and a coarse surface on the other side is used.

Abstract: A flexible sheet storage device includes a releasable holder located within a container to receive the leading edge of each sheet as it is inserted via a slot into the container, and an angularly displaceable mounting for a releasable holder effective to angularly displace the releasable holder, and the leading edge of the sheet held thereby, a sufficient angular distance until the leading edge of the inserted sheet passes the trailing edge of any previously inserted sheets before the holder releases the leading edge of the inserted sheet and permits the inserted sheet to fall by gravity on top of previously inserted sheets.

Abstract: A display and storage package is disclosed for a film cassette containing a rolled filmstrip having a series of successively recorded images and for an index print having rows of small-size positive images that match the recorded images. The package includes a normally flat pocket for the film cassette defined by opposite portions of a pair of superimposed flexible sheets, the opposite portions being joined to each other along side edges of the pocket spaced apart sufficiently to permit the opposite portions to be arched away from each other to expand the pocket for receiving the cassette by pushing inwardly against side edges of the sheets located outwardly of the side edges of the pocket. An envelope for the index print is defined by opposite portions of the sheets adjacent the opposite portions of the sheets that define the pocket.

Abstract: A cassette for a photographic element of the kind used in computed radiography comprises a first cassette portion and a second cassette portion that are telescoped together during assembly to form the cassette. The first portion has a rectangular panel and edge walls extending around three side edges of the panel. The second cassette portion comprises a rectangular panel on which the photographic element is permanently secured. An edge wall is attached to one side edge only of the rectangular panel of the second cassette portion and it extends between the edge walls of the first cassette portion when the two portions are assembled together. A locking mechanism carried by the cassette portions holds them together in assembled relation but is easily released by an actuator for removing the second cassette portion and the photographic element so they can be delivered together to a computed radiography reader.

Abstract: A packaged optical pellicle is provided which includes a pellicle made up of a pellicle membrane and a pellicle frame, and a pellicle package. The pellicle membrane is designed to be tensioned over and mounted to one side of the pellicle frame. A protective cover is removably mounted to the opposite side of the pellicle frame. The protective cover includes opposing portions which extend outwardly beyond the outer periphery of the pellicle frame. The pellicle package includes a base and a top, with the base having a centrally disposed recessed portion and a peripheral portion for supporting the opposing portions of the protective cover. The top of the pellicle package is adapted to fit onto the base, the top having engagement surfaces for engaging the opposing portions of the protective cover and biasing those portions onto the shoulder of the base.

Abstract: A storage assemblage is disclosed for cassettes each of which contains an image bearing medium having recorded images and for index print sheets each of which has printed pictures that match the images on the image bearing medium in one of the cassettes. According to the invention, there is provided respective holders for the cassettes each of which includes connection means for securing the holder to one of the index print sheets and fulcrum means engageable to permit the holder and an index print sheet secured to it to be pivoted at said fulcrum means. A binder for storing the holders and the index print sheets includes fixed support means for releaseably engaging the fulcrum means of each of the holders to store the holders and the index print sheets inside the binder and to permit one of the holders and an index print sheet secured to it to be pivoted away from the others to view the index print sheet and to be released from engagement with the fixed support means to obtain a cassette from the holder.

Abstract: A package is disclosed for a cassette containing an image bearing medium having a plurality of images recorded on it and for an index print sheet on which are printed a plurality of pictures that match the plurality of images on the image bearing medium. According to the invention, the package comprises an envelope for storing the index print sheet with its pictures visible, and a holder for the cassette. Respective means are located on the envelope and the holder for engaging to affix the envelope and the holder to each other and for disengaging to release one from the other.

Abstract: A cassette is provided having a base and a cover which is hinged to the base for closing the same and providing a light-tight space therebetween. A latching assembly is provided for latching and unlatching of the top of the base. A cushion member is secured in to the inside surface of the cover and an intensifying screen is secured to the outer surface of the cushion member. The cushion member comprises a first layer which is secured to the inner surface of the top cover an a second outer layer. The first layer is provided with a a cut-out portion for receiving the latch assembly. The second layer is superimposed on the first layer and covers the cut-out portion which receives said latch assembly. The first layer is made of a material having a first density and the second layer is made of a material having a second density greater than the first density such that a substantially uniform pressure is applied against the film placed in the space between top cover and base.

Abstract: A package system 10 containing a plurality of articles of manufacture comprises a pallet 12, and a photographic product handling device releasably attached to the pallet 12. The photographic product handling device 13 comprises first and second platform assemblies 14, 22 having on one side positioning means formed thereon for facilitating stacking and resisting motion of the product contained therein. The opposite side of platform assembly 22 comprises at least one pair of spaced runners for conveniently stacking one package system 10 atop the other in an interlocking relationship. The sensitive photographic product 20 are encased in a foldable enclosure 18 defining an interior space, each end having releasably mounted thereon a platform assembly 14, 22 thereby forming a closed ended enclosure. Straps 24 are wrapped circumferentially around the closed ended enclosure 18 and the enclosure and pallet 12 are then wrapped with a stretchable material layer 30 to resist ambient contamination.

Abstract: The invention relates to the packing of photographic rolls. The packing comprises a base 200 adapted to the handling by lift truck, a lightproof envelope 230 and horizontal spindles 220 to receive rolls 191 provided with winding tubes 190. The diameter of the spindles varies between a first dimension where the winding tubes are rotationally and translationally immobilized and a second dimension where said winding tubes are free. Used for collective packing of photosensitive rolls.

Abstract: A pallet for holding at least two different size cassettes, each cassette having a pair of side walls, a front wall and back wall. The pallet comprises a support surface for supporting a cassette, a first internal side wall for registering one of the side walls of the cassette placed on the support surface, and a second internal side wall for registering the back wall of a cassette. The first, and second internal side walls of the pallet define a first recess for holding in position a cassette of a first size. A retractable member is provided on the pallet for defining a second recess of a second size within the first recess for holding a cassette of a second smaller size.

Abstract: A package is provided for sorting photo prints and films and for assembling and displaying the prints. The package has a cover with an inside face, a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second side edges. The cover may be opened and closed about a center spine which extends between the top and bottom edges of the cover and divides the inside face into first and second portions. A pocket for storing the prints and film overlies each of the first and second portions. A generally rectangular pad is connected along one of its edges adjacent the top edge of one of the first or second portions. Prints may be assembled on the pad in an overlapping, staggered relationship for display when the cover is open. The pad has a generally flexible substrate, an adhesive coating on one side of the substrate, and a plurality of removable ribbons covering the adhesive.

Abstract: A device for developing and fixing a dental radiography plate includes a casing of flexible, impermeable material which is sealed around its entire perimeter and has first and second compartments interconnected by a flat duct. The first compartment contains a radiographic plate and the second compartment contains a sachet of a liquid for processing the plate. The sachet is adapted to release the liquid when its pressure exceeds a predetermined value as a result of the compression of the sachet.

Abstract: A storage assemblage is disclosed for cassettes each of which holds an image bearing medium having recorded images and for index print sheets each of which has printed pictures that match the images on the image bearing medium in one of the cassettes. According to the invention, there is provided one or more containers each of which includes a flat transparent cover and a flat back dimensioned to snugly hold an index print sheet between them with the pictures on the index print sheet visible through the cover. The back has a fulcrum projecting from one of edge of the back, and a nest open at an inner side of the back to receive a cassette and which projects from an outer side of the back to hold the cassette out of the way of the index print sheet.

Abstract: A stimulable phosphor sheet cassette has a light-tight casing which has an opening through which a stimulable phosphor sheet can be got in and out of the casing by moving the stimulable phosphor sheet in a direction parallel to the surface thereof and a light shielding member provided at the opening to prevent light from entering the casing but to permit the stimulable phosphor sheet to move through the opening. The casing is in such a size that it receives the stimulable phosphor sheet with one end portion of the stimulable phosphor sheet projecting outside the casing through the opening.

Abstract: A container is disclosed for a cassette holding an image bearing medium having a plurality of images recorded on it and for an index print sheet on which are printed a plurality of pictures that match the plurality of images on the image bearing medium. According to the invention, the container comprises a transparent sheet-like cover having a length and width slightly larger than corresponding dimensions of the index print sheet to closely overlay the index print sheet, and a sheet-like back having a length and width similar to the length and width of the cover to store the index print snugly between the cover and the back with the plurality of pictures on the index print sheet visible only through the cover. The back includes an integrally formed nest blown outward to hold the cassette out of the way of the index print sheet.

Abstract: A sorting tray having a plurality of adjacent bins. Each of the bins has a front, a back and a bottom. Each bin is v-shaped with inclined sides diverging upwardly from the bottom thereof. Preferably the sorting tray includes recesses for protecting corners of cards placed or dropped in each bin.

Abstract: A small plastic storage box is particularly adapted for the storage and display of trading cards and includes an open-topped container for edgewise receipt of a stack of cards and a sliding cover to close the box and enclose the cards therein. The container also includes upwardly opening slots around the side walls into which individual trading cards can be inserted edgewise and which are visible from outside the box through the transparent plastic walls. The box also includes a modular construction whereby identical boxes can be interconnected for expanded storage capability.

Abstract: A package for containing strips of photographic film negatives comprises a cover member having positive images reproduced on its cover of the contained negatives. The cover is folded to form front and rear panels, the lower portion of the rear panel also being folded to form a front-facing flap. The lower edge of the front panel is insertable between the flap and the adjacent portion of the rear panel to secure the package in a closed configuration, similar to a book of safety matches. A sheet of longitudinal, hollow sleeves, connected at their lateral edges and fastened to the cover's inner surface between the flap and the lower portion of the rear panel, for holding the film strips.

Abstract: A package for enclosing a plurality of sheets of a photosensitive material. The package comprises a pouch for enclosing the sheets and a leader secured at one end of the pouch for removing the pouch from the sheets placed therein. The pouch includes a first laminate structure and a second laminate structure located in generally parallel planes. The first and second laminate structures each having an inner layer made of a first material and an outer layer made of a second material. The first and second laminate structures each having a leading edge and the first and second laminate structures being positioned such that the inner layers of the first and second structures face each other and the leading edge of the one of the laminate structures extends past the other leading edge so as to form an attachment section. The sheets being positionable between the first and second laminate structures. The leader is secured to the attachment section.

Abstract: A storage assemblage is disclosed for cassettes each of which contains an image bearing medium having recorded images and for index print sheets each of which has printed pictures that match the images on the image bearing medium in one of the cassettes. According to the invention, there is provided envelopes each of which is dimensioned to store an index print sheet with its printed pictures visible, holders each of which is shaped to store a cassette and includes means for engaging an envelope substantially at one of its edges to affix the holder to the envelope and for disengaging the envelope to release the holder from the envelope, and a storage base for the envelopes and the holders. Respective means on the envelopes and the storage base movably support the envelopes mutually aligned with their edges at which the holders engage the envelopes being located outermost.

Abstract: A container is disclosed for a cassette capable of advancing a filmstrip with visible recorded images through a film passageway out of the cassette responsive to unwinding rotation of a spool which supports the filmstrip inside the cassette and for an index print sheet with printed pictures that match the visible images on the filmstrip. The container comprises a transparent sheet-like cover having a length and width larger than corresponding dimensions of the index print sheet to overlay the index print sheet and a sheet-like back having a length and width similar to the length and width of the cover to store the index print snugly between the cover and the back with the printed pictures on the index print sheet visible through the cover. The cover and/or the back includes an integrally formed nest for storing the cassette and having an access opening arranged to be aligned with the spool and a film egress opening arranged to be aligned with the film passageway when the cassette is located in the nest.

Abstract: A storage assemblage is disclosed for cassettes each of which holds an image bearing medium having recorded images and for index print sheets each of which has printed pictures that match the images on the image bearing medium in one of the cassettes. According to the invention, the storage assemblage comprises display containers each of which includes a flat transparent cover and a flat back dimensioned to snugly hold an index print sheet between them with the pictures on the index print sheet visible through the cover. The back has a nest open at an inner side of the back to receive a cassette and projecting from an outer side of the back to hold the cassette out of the way of the index print sheet.

Abstract: A package for a stack of film sheets includes a pouch that encloses the stack of film sheets, and a leader that is positioned over a face of the pouch and is secured to a leading edge of the pouch so that the leader remains over the ouch until an operator pulls it away from the pouch and feeds it into a spindle to remove the package from the stack of film sheets.

Abstract: A container is disclosed for a cassette housing an image bearing medium having recorded images, for a stack of photographic picture prints made from the recorded images, and for an index print having rows of small-size positive images that match the recorded images. The container comprises a book-like jacket including a pair of leaves separated by a spine joined to the leaves at respective fold lines to permit the leaves to be arranged opposing each other. At least one of the leaves is photographic paper to permit the index print to be formed directly on that leave. The spine is wide enough to permit the stack of photographic picture prints to be stored between the leaves when the leaves oppose each other. An openable pocket web joined to the leaves across the spine is opened to receive the cassette when the leaves oppose each other. A storage sheath with a window for viewing the index print is adapted to receive the jacket with its leaves opposing each other.

Abstract: First and second abutments are arranged in a biased spaced relationship relative to one another within a container to provide for the packing and densifying of a plurality of card plates and the like within the container to prevent haphazard positioning of the cards within the container structure.

Abstract: A cassette of the kind used for holding sheets of film to be exposed during x-ray of a patient is coded so that an x-ray technician or operator can easily distinguish cassettes containing exposed film from those cassettes containing unexposed film. This is accomplished by color coding two adjacent side edges of the cassette with color different from the other side edges of the cassette.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tamper-indicating radiation-proof film container. The container comprises a canister having an opening defined therein, and a closure member having a peripheral canister-engaging portion. A tamper-indicating seal is located between adjacent contact surfaces of the canister-engaging portion and the canister, and the closure member is translucent for enabling the condition of the tamper-indicating seal to be viewed. Shielding means are provided for shielding the contents of the container from ionising radiation. The shielding means may be in the form of an intermediate lead layer and an inner barium-impregnated plastics layer which lines both the canister and the closure member. The tamper-indicating seal incorporates indicia containing information relating to the contents of the container.

Abstract: Disclosed is a disposable sheet cassette and an image forming apparatus in which such a sheet cassette is preferably employed. The sheet cassette is comprised of a cassette box capable of accommodating a plurality of sheet materials and having a flange portion extending outwards from the cassette box, an adhesive layer formed on the flange portion, and a sheet cover bonded on the adhesive layer for covering an opening of the sheet cassette. A portion of the sheet cover can be repeatedly separated from or applied to the adhesive layer to open or close the opening. The image forming apparatus is provided with a take-up roller movable above the sheet cover for winding the sheet cover, a pair of roller supports for rotatably supporting the take-up roller, a driving mechanism for moving the roller supports and for rotating the take-up roller, and a control system for operating the driving mechanism so that the take-up roller can wind the sheet cover after the sheet cassette has been charged in the apparatus.

Abstract: A package structure 10 for storing and transporting photographic film magazines comprises a container 12 having a open end 24 and a base 14 supporting opposing end walls 16 and opposing side walls 20,24. Side walls 20,22 have a plurality of spaced apart recesses 32,34, respectively, forming chambers or receptacles 30, for frictionally receiving the end portion and the hub extending from the opposite end portion of the 135 photographic film magazines disposed therein. A lid member 26, made from a flexible opaque laminate material environmentally compatible with the container 12, is hermetically sealed to a flange member 42 formed in the top edge 28 of the end and side walls 16,20,22. The sealed package 10 protects the enclosed product from deleterious environmental effects, such as dirt, light and moisture, and is convenient to use.

Abstract: A collector card storage and display container is provided which includes a base member having a floor, two end walls and two side walls and constructed using a clear plastic material; a hard-coated cardboard inner liner separated from the floor and end walls by a plurality of spacers; and a lid. The inner liner, floor, walls and spacers define a plurality of display compartments, each of which can hold one collector card which can be viewed from the outside through the clear plastic walls of the base member. The inner liner and floor also define a larger, inner storage compartment for storing a much larger number of collector cards not being displayed.

Abstract: A package for a stack of X-ray film sheets has a pouch and a leader secured to the pouch. Heat seals secure side edge portions of the leader to edges of outer faces of sheets forming the pouch. Rows of perforations and slits in the leader adjacent the heat seals enables tearing of the leader from the pouch edges.

Abstract: A film negative and matching proof are held for storage in a receptacle formed from a unitary body of flexible material folded to form panels positioned in overlying relation to form a first pocket and a second pocket. One panel is common to both pockets and serves as a boundary layer between the pockets positioned in back-to-back relationship. One pocket is closed along opposite lateral sides and at one end portion with the opposite end portion remaining open to receive the negative protected against undesired contact. The second pocket is positioned to receive the proof along an open end portion and an open lateral side with the opposite end portion and lateral side being closed to facilitate ease of insertion and removal of the proof.

Abstract: A package for a stack of film sheets has a pouch that is sealed around the stack of sheets and a leader that is secured to the pouch and engageable with a spindle in a magazine so that rotation of the spindle can pull the pouch from around the stack of sheets. The pouch and leader are formed of different polyolefin materials with the pouch comprising a material having a low coefficient of friction to enable the pouch to be easily pulled around the stack of sheets while the leader comprises a material having a high coefficient of friction to facilitate engagement with the spindle and pulling the pouch uniformly.

Abstract: A radiograph identification and filing apparatus and method for photographically imprinting information onto radiographic film and filing the radiographic film. The apparatus comprises an adhesive-backed label and a jacket for storing the film. When used with a darkroom radiograph imprinter, the label, the adhesive backing for the label, and the release liner are all photo-transparent. When used with a radiograph ID camera, the label is photo-opaque. The label is divided into a plurality of information fields which include print information material. In a label for use with an imprinter, the print information is photo-opaque. The jacket includes a pocket for receiving the film and exterior surfaces for receiving the label. For an imprinter, the method includes providing a label having an imprint field having substantially the same dimensions as the light window of the imprinter.

Abstract: A pallet holds a cassette that has a projection and a recess for registering the cassette relative to the pallet. The pallet has a surface that supports the cassette with a recess in the surface for receiving the projection on the cassette and a projection on the surface for receiving the recess in the cassette. A pair of rails project upwardly above the surface by a distance sufficient to allow a similar pallet to be stacked on top of the rails without interfering with the movement of the cassette on the surface. Locating elements on the rails accurately position one pallet on top of another.

Abstract: A film holder for storing a processed film is provided with a film holding section including a film container capable of accommodating a processed film to allow the film to be viewed therethrough and an information recording medium in which is recorded printing conditions concerning the processed film, and an information holding section provided on the film container for holding the information recording medium. The information holding section may be arranged to record information in electrical, magnetic or optical form. The film container may have a pair of film spools which support a processed film and an observation window which allows one frame of the processed film to be viewed therethrough. The information holding section may be arrranged to hold information relative to a printing process including color-correction information and the like.

Abstract: An improved sterile container device, having a tear-away throat, which includes walls defining a cavity having a closed end and an open throat, a first cuff connected to the walls adjacent to the open throat, a shield and a second cuff in overlying relation to the first cuff and upper portions of the walls adapted to protect same from contamination by a non-sterile article being inserted into the cavity, and a sleeve for removing the shield from the cavity and for cooperatively effecting a separation of the device into a sterile portion containing the contaminated article and a discard portion. A pressure sensitive adhesive provides a sealing arrangement for sealing the non-sterile article in the sterile portion.

Abstract: A display unit for exhibiting a plurality of display materials on a parallel planes spaced relative to each other as well as relative to a wall or other surface. The display unit includes a base, securable to the surface and a plurality of substantially identical spacer elements. The spacer elements are removably securable to one another in a stackable relationship. Each spacer element includes facilities for receiving and aligning other spacer elements in registration therewith and removably securing the spacer elements to one another as well as the base. A mounting facility securable to the spacer elements includes a transparent window for exhibiting the display material. In an additional feature, the display unit base includes a reversible backing member which is removably secured thereto to provide a variety of colored or textured backgrounds upon which to exhibit the display material.

Abstract: Disclosed is a magazine for photosensitive sheets, comprising a box-type casing in which photosensitive sheets are stored, the casing having an opening, and a cover member removably stuck on the casing to cover the opening. When the magazine is used, the cover member is removed from the casing to uncover the opening. The end portion of the cover member with which the cover member starts to be removed from the casing has less elasticity than the other part of the cover member.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding an optical pellicle made up of a pellicle frame and a pellicle membrane is provided. The apparatus includes a substantially rigid, planar member having a centrally disposed window for removably receiving an optical pellicle. The inner dimension of the window is only slightly greater than the outer dimension of the pellicle such that a frictioned fit between the planar member and the pellicle is achievable. The planar member includes an inwardly extending shoulder against which the pellicle can be seated. The shoulder extends inwardly no further than the thickness of the pellicle frame. The planar member also includes a biasing portion facing inwardly toward the window for yieldably holding the pellicle in place.

Abstract: A packed assembly of roll-form photographic light-sensitive materials comprising a substantially disk-shaped supporting member fixed to a pallet. The supporting member has a concave portion near the center thereof. An assembly of roll-form photographic light-sensitive materials is placed on the supporting member in a piled state, a central post inserted into the assembly through the cores of the photographic light-sensitive materials and is fixed to the concave portion of the supporting member at the lower end and to a flange cap at the upper end, and a light-shielding material is closely place around the assembly in a light-tight state.

Abstract: A combination photo/video cassette album having loose leaf pages for holding photographs removably held between front and back covers. Some of the pages are reduced in size to enable a video cassette holder to be fixed to the interior of one of the covers of the album and held in place adjacent to such partial pages, so that the partial pages are nested next to the video cassette holder, and a video cassette held therein, when the covers of the album are in the closed position.

Abstract: A tool is for the handling of sports and other collectible cards and inserting them into protective envelopes without damage to the corners or edges of the cards. The envelopes may be any of several types available on the market today. The tool includes two panels for gripping a card, which are joined in hinged fashion at one end and which have notches formed into their free ends. To use the tool, a card is gripped between the free ends of the panels and inserted together with the free ends into an envelope or pocket. Then a finger is placed against the envelope over the location of the panel notches to grasp the card within the envelope. Then the tool is withdrawn from the envelope or pocket. This tool and method prevents physical damage to the corners and edges of the card during the insertion process.

Abstract: A sports card sorter box/tray combination unit and card sorting method. The card sorter box/tray unit includes two mating half-sections which each include five card sorting bins. The sorting bins in the first half-section are numbered in sequence from 0 to 4 and the sorting bins of the second half-section are numbered in sequence from 5 to 9. With the tray-box unit in open and card sorting position the half-sections of the unit are aligned in substantially end-to-end orientation with the bins aligned in numbered sequence from 0 to 9. The card sorting bins of each half-section of the tray-box unit are open on their upper and inner sides so that sports cards can be easily slipped into the numbered bins. The half-sections of the tray-box unit each bear an upper cover and handle portion which cooperate together, when the unit is closed for card carrying and storage purposes, to close the upper sides of the sorting bins and maintain the enclosed sports cards in stored position therein.

Abstract: A reclosable box construction suitable for storing, transporting, and dispensing sheet materials, as well as an article and method for making the box construction. The box construction has an outer shell and an insert member. The outer shell member has a generally rectangular central panel of flexible sheet material, a pair of side panels folder into a plane above the central panel, a first and second wing panels positioned over a portion of each of said side panels at opposite longitudinal ends of the central panel, the second wing panel having a removable pull tab element. The insert member comprises top and bottom rectangular panels joined at a fold line and having a tearable perforation line along its entire width. The insert member is positioned within the outer shell such that the side panels are between the top and bottom rectangular panels. The bottom insert panel is positioned between said central panel and the side panels and the top insert panel is between the side panels and the two wing panels.

Abstract: A generally rectangular container for the storage and protection of sports cards having a rigid Internal Enclosure (6) which is slidably insertable and completely removable from a rigid External Enclosure (8).The External Enclosure (8) incorporates two Fingergrip cutouts (8a) and (8a') located to the front and to either side of the External Enclosure (8) to permit grasping the Internal Enclosure (6) for removal. The Internal Enclosure (6) has the capacity to store a plurality of cards and permit random access of such cards by utilizing spaced Bottom Rails (6a) and (6a') which create a gap sufficient for the insertion of a finger or fingers to raise any specific card, or series of cards, up and out of the card stack. The front panel insert (10) to the Internal Enclosure (6) is transparent, thus permitting visibility of the first card in any sequential ordering of cards.

Abstract: A daylight loading film sheet package has a stack of film sheets enclosed within a wrapper having front and rear panels covering the front and rear faces of the film stack and projecting side extensions on at least three sides of the panels which are folded into contacting relation and adhered together in close proximity to the corresponding sides of the stack to cover such stack sides. One of the wrapper panels has a sheet-dispensing opening therein with one edge adjacent one stack side which is generally coextensive in length with that stack side, such opening extending from the edge into the panel to permit an outermost film sheet to be accessed and withdrawn from the stack therethrough.