Abstract: This relates to reactive metal cells wherein there is a cathode and a consumable anode. It is necessary to separate the cathode from the anode so that an electrolyte may constantly flow over the face of the anode opposing the cathode. It has been found that this separator may also beneficially function as a current collector. The combined current collector and separator includes a peripheral supporting frame of which a portion may function as a bus-bar. A plurality of bars or ribs extend in parallel relation across the opening defined by the supporting frame and are electrically connected to the bus-bar portion. It is preferred that each bar or rib have a pointed or line edge which will engage and slightly bite into the associated anode to maintain the bar or rib in electrical contact with the anode. This abstract forms no part of the specification of this application and is not to be construed as limiting the claims of the application.

Abstract: This relates to the provision of a vacuum indicator in a container wherein a product is vacuum packaged. Most specifically, an end unit for a conventional container is provided with a vent opening through which air rushes into the container when opened. There is secured to the underside of the end unit a whistle device in communication with the opening so that the inwardly rushing air actuates the whistle device and causes the whistle device to emit a whistling sound in accordance with the vacuum present within the container and thereby gives an audible indication of the freshness of the product.

Abstract: This relates to a labeller for applying labels to the cavities of mold halves of a rotating blow molding machine whereby when a parison is blow molded within each mold thereof to form a bottle or like hollow article, each such article will be provided with at least one and preferably two labels. The labeller is provided with pick-up heads to pick up labels from two opposed hoppers and then move the labels in between the paths of rotation of mold halves and with proper timing advance the labels into the mold half cavities and discharge them on the walls of the mold cavities. Control circuitry is provided for the automatic operation of the labeller whereby not only can the labeller operate without interference with the moving mold halves, but also accurately position the labels within the cavities. This abstract forms no part of the specification of this application and is not to be construed as limiting the claims of the application.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for assembling a pair of thin-walled metal container counterparts which are brought together axially, are rounded and one inserted into the other substantially without deformation of either of the pair of counterparts so that the inner part is allowed to expand, after insertion, radially and both parts at their juncture are stressed in hoop tension for tightly embracing an adhesive interposed therebetween and thereby insure a good bond at the seam.

Abstract: An assembly of a nondetachable closure and a metal neck of a container in which the neck closure is contoured with sealingly interfitting parts and the closure also provides a protective guard for the thin, distortable neck.

Abstract: This relates to the heating of polyethylene terephthalate by way of RF energy. It has been found that if polyethylene terephthalate articles are passed through a radio frequency energy field, the molecules thereof will become excited and rapid heating will result. This heating is particularly useful in the heating of preforms prior to the blow molding thereof and by varying the configuration and relationship of electrodes, controlled heating of the preforms may be effected with it being possible to have a controlled temperature differential along the length of the preform or other article so heated.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for applying an adhesive to the edge of the can by inserting the can into the adhesive to its top surface and rotating the can 360.degree. or more, then past the edge of a doctor roll to remove excess adhesive in a selected region and then advancing the cans through an induction heater in a continuous motion until the can reaches a discharge station where it is released.

Abstract: This relates to the increasing of the intrinsic viscosity of resins, particularly PET, by effecting a solid state polymerization of the resin. More particularly, the solid stating is effected in conjunction with an injection or extrusion unit wherein after having the IV of the resin increased, the heated resin may be fed dry into an injection unit thereby utilizing the heat of the heated resin to reduce heating cost. The solid state polymerization is effected by heating the resin in the presence of either a vacuum or an inert gas such as nitrogen.

Abstract: An easy opening can and key combination, wherein the can has a circumferential score encircling the can body beneath the double seam attaching the body to the end member, the key comprising a handle having a jaw at one end with inner and outer jaw elements embracing the seam, the outer element extending below the seam and having an end alignable with the score in a position such that when the handle is pressed downwardly it swings about the seam and the outer jaw member ruptures the score whereupon the tool is swung laterally and slightly upwardly separating the upper portion of the can from the body.

Abstract: This relates to an improvement in the neck finish of a container and skirt of a cooperating closure to eliminate or substantially reduce squaring which exists in present closure-neck finish arrangements. The neck finish is constructed so as to control the torque required to apply the closure after it has been seated, thereby holding to a maximum the pressures which normally effect squaring. At the same time, the neck finish is provided with a supporting surface engageable by the closure skirt so as to permit supporting of the closure skirt against the undesired squaring.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for assembling a pair of thin-walled metal container counterparts which are brought together axially, are rounded and one inserted into the other substantially without deformation of either of the pair of counterparts so that the inner part is allowed to expand, after insertion, radially and both parts at their juncture are stressed in hoop tension for tightly embracing an adhesive interposed therebetween and thereby insure a good bond at the seam.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a dampener particularly adapted to be connected to a load beam of a forming press wherein at an initial forming stage there is to be a higher than normal resistance to movement of the load beam. The dampener includes suitable lever arrangements which are coupled to fluid motors which resist the movement of the lever arrangements. The lever arrangements are actuated by a cam member carried by a movable press component which is coupled to the supporting pad of the press tooling.

Abstract: This relates to an annular seam between two tubular body portions. The seam is particularly adapted for joining open ends of two cup members to form a container. The seam incorporates a hem on one of the members with the hem facilitating the application of the adhesive required to bond the cup members together while at the same time permitting the same adhesive to engage raw edges of the cup members in sealing relation.

Abstract: A method of annealing the flanges of double seamed end panels to obtain an effective seal and apparatus therefor.

Abstract: This relates to a blow molding operation wherein centering rods are associated with preforms at least during the initial portion of the blowing cycle wherein the preforms are primarily axially elongated and wherein the freely suspended lower end of each preform must be guided against radial movement. In order to assure that the associated preform centering rods will remain in centering position with respect to the preforms at all times and will not engage the preforms so as axially to stretch the preforms, a control is provided for coordinating the advance of the preform centering rods with the introduction of blowing gas into the preforms, and thus with the axial elongation of the preforms due to internal blowing pressure.

Abstract: A tray for the packaging and shipping of fruits and vegetables, such as strawberries. The tray is formed from a generally rectangular blank which may be hand assembled in the field. The interlocking of the various components of the tray assure a rigid construction. The tray includes central supports in the form of separators or partitions, which central supports have upper edges coplanar with the top surfaces of the ends of the trays so as to support the central portion of the next upper tray. The ends of tray are constructed to provide relatively wide upstanding supports which have extending upwardly therefrom locking flaps engageable within openings in the bottom of a next upper tray. The tray also has a double bottom for added strength.

Abstract: A closure for a container having a neck with a bore which is provided with an annular locking shoulder having at diametrically opposite sides of the bore different shaped entry contours for guiding an annular locking shoulder on a plug, one of these shapes permitting easy entry of one side of the plug into the bore to tilt the plug and catch a portion of the plug shoulder at that one side beneath the neck shoulder to thus provide a fulcrum for the plug whereby upon applying force by pressing against the top of the plug at a point diametrically opposite to the fulcrum, the span of the plug between the fulcrum and the point functions as a lever which easily tilts the plug to upright position and forces the shoulders to slightly deform and the plug shoulder to snap under the neck shoulder.