Abstract: A folder for holding objects therein having two independently expandable pockets. A bottom end adjoins front and back panels along their respective bottom edges. A divider panel is disposed within the folder between the front and back panels separating the folder into two pockets. Each pocket includes a pair of expandable side panels permitting expansion of each pocket independent of the other. The bottom end is expandable between the front and back panels equal to the total combined expansion of the expandable sides of the two pockets. An open bottom corner is disposed between the bottom end and the expandable sides on each edge of the folder. The open comers permit free expansion of the expandable sides without interference from the bottom end. The bottom edge of the divider panel extends downward less than the front and back panels so that it does not interfere with full expansion of the bottom end.

Abstract: A tubular dunnage element or paperboard or the like has a tucked or heart-shaped radial cross section, and a slanted axial cross section. The element may be compressed by opposed inward forces along any line through the center of the element. The element is suited for use as a loose fill packing material. Serrated edges cause the elements in a bed to catch on one another, resisting the tendency of a packed article to migrate through the bed to a wall of a container under the influence of vibration occurring during shipment.

Abstract: A partition assembly, which defines a plurality of compartments for separating articles to be packaged in a container includes break-away segments which allow the assembly to be easily separable into smaller partition assemblies upon insertion into the container.

Abstract: A binder apparatus including a replaceable outer cover. The outer cover is formed of a completely recyclable material such as paperboard to allow it to be recycled after it has been removed from the ring binder mechanism. The spine of the outer cover is releasably connected to a ring binder mechanism having hinged rings for holding papers and the like by a removable rivet assembly inserted through corresponding apertures in the spine and the ring binder mechanism. The removable rivet assembly includes a sleeve having a plurality of arms, and a pin having a shaft and a head. The shaft of the pin is inserted into the sleeve and holds the arms on the sleeve outward against the ring binder mechanism, thus securing the spine of the outer cover to the ring binder mechanism. The rivet assembly is inserted into the corresponding apertures in the spine and ring binder mechanism such that, when the rivet assembly is in place, the head of the pin contacts the spine of the outer cover.

Abstract: A pallet leg assembly having vertical support members which are reinforced from buckling or crushing. A first embodiment of the invention includes a sleeve defining a horizontal axis therethrough consisting of horizontal top and bottom panels with two side panels extending therebetween. A vertical support member is interposed in the sleeve and at least one diagonal support panel extends from the juncture of the side panels and either the top panel or the bottom panel to a location on the vertical support member. Another embodiment provides inner and outer sleeves with horizontal axes therethrough used with a vertical support member. The inner sleeve is journalled in the outer sleeve and the support member is positioned in the inner sleeve between the top and bottom of both the outer and inner sleeves.

Abstract: A pallet leg assembly having vertical support members which are reinforced from buckling or crushing. A first embodiment of the invention includes a sleeve defining a horizontal axis therethrough consisting of horizontal top and bottom panels with two side panels extending therebetween. A vertical support member is interposed in the sleeve and at least one diagonal support panel extends from the juncture of the side panels and either the top panel or the bottom panel to a location on the vertical support member. Another embodiment provides inner and outer sleeves with horizontal axes therethrough used with a vertical support member. The inner sleeve is journaled in the outer sleeve and the support member is positioned in the inner sleeve between the top and bottom of both the outer and inner sleeves.

Abstract: A lattice of partition panels is used inside a container to separate articles packaged in the container where the container may be cut along its side walls to remove a top portion of the container to expose the articles packaged therein with none of the partition panels of the lattice obstructing a view of the articles by projecting above a top edge of the container walls.

Abstract: A sleeve and tray assembly having a flexible film attached to the tray and to the sleeve such that insertion of the tray into the sleeve disposes the film into a position to cover an access opening on the tray. A levering device is provided for helping to release the film from an adhesive layer on the tray.

Abstract: A disposable enclosed container is provided which is loaded with product from an end and accessed through a hooded top for dispensing of product. An end construction comprising a leading minor flap panel, a trailing minor flap panel, an inner major flap panel, an intermediate minor flap panel, and an outer major flap panel allows a blank to be assembled into a sleeve for loading of product and to be subsequently assembled into a container which may be opened into a tray and hooded top for dispensing of product. An apparatus for erecting and loading the sleeve, and then assembling the ends of the sleeve to form the container is also disclosed.

Abstract: Insulation material is configured to provide improved insulating properties in a shipping container. A first sheet of insulation material is placed along the bottom of a container under the contents of the container. A second sheet of insulation material is configured to have an inverted U-shape and is placed over a bottom half of the container. A top half of the container is then placed over the bottom half such that the legs of the inverted U-shaped material are between the overlapping sides of top and bottom of the container and the middle portion of the U-shaped material is between the top of the container and the contents within the container.

Abstract: An automatically resealing container is provided, consisting of an interior paperboard box and an external resealing bag of flexible plastic film. The film is associated with closure flaps of the box such that when the flaps are reclosed, the film is pressed together outside the box to provide a nearly airtight seal. The single external film bag provides the dual function of protecting the contents as well as the exterior of the box.

Abstract: Insulation material is configured to provide improved insulating properties in a shipping container. A sheet of insulation material is placed aong the bottom of a container under the contents of the container. An insulating blanket constructed of plastic sheets sealed around their periphery to form a pouch for containing scored paperboard and scored mineral wool is configured to have an inverted U-shape and is placed over a bottom half of the container. A top half of the container is then placed over the bottom half such that the legs of the inverted U-shaped material are between the overlapping side of top and bottom of the container and the middle portion of the U-shaped material is between the top of the container and the contents within the container. A method of scoring mineral wool positioned between plastic sheets is also provided.

Abstract: A disposable enclosed container is provided which is loaded with product from an end and accessed through a hooded top for dispensing of product. An end construction comprising a leading minor flap panel, a trailing minor flap panel, an inner major flap panel, an intermediate minor flap panel, and an outer major flap panel allows a blank to be assembled into a sleeve for loading of product and to be subsequently assembled into a container which may be opened into a tray and hooded top for dispensing of product. An apparatus for erecting and loading the sleeve, and then assembling the ends of the sleeve to form the container is also disclosed.

Abstract: Insulation material is configured to provide improved insulating properties in a shipping container. An insulated bottom section is placed along the bottom of a container under the contents of the container. An insulating blanket constructed of plastic sheets sealed to form pouches for containing paperboard and mineral wool is configured to have an inverted U-shape and is placed over a bottom half of the container. A top half of the container is then placed over the bottom half such that the legs of the inverted U-shaped material are between the overlapping sides of top and bottom of the container and the middle portion of the U-shaped material is between the top of the container and the contents within the container.

Abstract: A leak proof disposable enclosed container combines a gusseted paperboard or corrugated board structure with seamless construction. The container is held erect without piercing the structure by locking tabs which enter openings in connecting panels which are foldably connected to the container walls. The top and bottom components of the container are restrained from separation by tamper tabs, which are linked to the container walls and provide anti-separative contact between the top and bottom halves of the container.

Abstract: An improved sealing end closure for a "pillow" type paperboard container, according to which end flaps from opposing side panels are sealed together in a unique manner. The invention relates to a reclosable container, and more particularly relates to a pillow-shaped sealed container of paperboard or the like which is suitable for maintaining freshness of snack foods or similar items, and which can be reclosed after opening. In particular embodiments of the invention, the end closure utilizes the locking characteristics of end flaps attached to side panels by arcuate scores in a novel manner in order to provide a container which can be sealed efficiently and inexpensively, and then easily reclosed by repositioning the end flaps without the need for any additional locking mechanism. The end flaps are positioned to meet and form a seal along the transverse centerline of the container end. In one embodiment, tape is used to make the seal.

Abstract: A sun screen for placement inside an automobile or truck windshield to reflect sunlight defines a triangular central panel and a pair of wing panels foldable into the vehicle. The sun screen can be folded into a storage configuration with only four folds. A large display area is provided in the storage configuration. A tear away coupon is provided at the location at which the rear view mirror may interfere with the sun screen.

Abstract: A sun screen for placement inside an automobile or truck windshield to reflect sunlight defines a triangular central panel and a pair of wing panels foldable into the vehicle. The sun screen can be folded into a storage configuration with only four folds. A large display area is provided in the storage configuration. A tear away coupon is provided at the location at which the rear view mirror may interfere with the sun screen.

Abstract: A package of the type used to contain one or more products to be carried out of a store or restaurant, includes a paperboard base tray having tapered side walls and a tapered, flexible bag portion made, for example, of transparent plastic film. The sleeve forming the bag portion is attached to the side walls of the base. The package thus has a rigid, smooth inner bottom for supporting upstanding articles, such as drink cups, has the capability of being nested in an open configuration for storage, and can be made from a minimum of materials.

Abstract: A composite package for enclosing articles such as fast food items, having a paperboard base and a flexible liner, preferably of treated tissue paper, laminated to the base. The liner provides the sole support for the side panels of the base in their erected configuration, and also provides the top closure of the package and a handle without paperboard support. In one embodiment, the liner is creased and pre-formed to form a stackable configurable which automatically guides itself into the proper erected position. In another embodiment, opposite side panels and attached liner are folded onto the central portion of the package and glued to form an intermediate flat form that is suitable for shipping and storage, and is easily erected for loading and closure.