Abstract: A method of packaging a product includes heating a film of plastic material to a forming temperature until it is thermoformable. At least one of the heated film and at least one product to be packaged are moved in relation to each other until the at least one product deforms the heated film and forms at least one pocket in the heated film that at least partially encapsulates the at least one product. The deformed film with the at least one product at least partially encapsulated in the at least one pocket is then cured.

Abstract: A package for at least one saw blade defining a post opening includes a body defining a support surface, a post, a wall, and a cover. The post extends from the support surface and is configured to extend through the post opening defined in at least one saw blade. The wall extends from the support surface at least partially around the post. The cover is configured for connection to the wall and is further configured to be positioned adjacent to a free end of the post when connected to the wall to prevent removal of the post from the post opening when the at least one saw blade is mounted on the post.

Abstract: A method of packaging a product includes heating a film of plastic material to a forming temperature until it is thermoformable. At least one of the heated film and at least one product to be packaged are moved in relation to each other until the at least one product deforms the heated film and forms at least one pocket in the heated film that at least partially encapsulates the at least one product. The deformed film with the at least one product at least partially encapsulated in the at least one pocket is then cured.

Abstract: A package for at least one saw blade defining a post opening includes a body defining a support surface, a post, a wall, and a cover. The post extends from the support surface and is configured to extend through the post opening defined in at least one saw blade. The wall extends from the support surface at least partially around the post. The cover is configured for connection to the wall and is further configured to be positioned adjacent to a free end of the post when connected to the wall to prevent removal of the post from the post opening when the at least one saw blade is mounted on the post.

Abstract: A method of packaging a hole saw includes positioning a circular cutting edge portion of the hole saw against a surface of a base member of a hang tag assembly. The base member includes a post that extends from the surface into a hollow interior defined by the hole saw. A cap member of the hang tag assembly is positioned adjacent a mounting portion of the hole saw. The cap member includes a stem and a display card portion. The stem is advanced through a bore defined in the mounting portion and into the hollow interior of the hole saw. The post is then secured to the stem within the hollow interior of the hole saw.

Abstract: A protector assembly includes a first shield segment defining a first blade space. The first shield segment includes a first channel structure defining a first channel facing the first blade space. The protector assembly further includes a second shield segment defining a second blade space. The second shield segment includes a second channel structure defining a second channel facing the second blade space. The first shield segment further includes (i) a first end portion that includes a first coupling structure, and (ii) a second end portion that includes a second coupling structure. The second shield segment further includes (i) a third end portion that includes a third coupling structure, and (ii) a fourth end portion that includes a fourth coupling structure.

Abstract: A method of packaging a hole saw includes positioning a circular cutting edge portion of the hole saw against a surface of a base member of a hang tag assembly. The base member includes a post that extends from the surface into a hollow interior defined by the hole saw. A cap member of the hang tag assembly is positioned adjacent a mounting portion of the hole saw. The cap member includes a stem and a display card portion. The stem is advanced through a bore defined in the mounting portion and into the hollow interior of the hole saw. The post is then secured to the stem within the hollow interior of the hole saw.

Abstract: A method of packaging a product includes heating a film of plastic material to a forming temperature until it is thermoformable. At least one of the heated film and at least one product to be packaged are moved in relation to each other until the at least one product deforms the heated film and forms at least one pocket in the heated film that at least partially encapsulates the at least one product. The deformed film with the at least one product at least partially encapsulated in the at least one pocket is then cured.

Abstract: A method of packaging a hole saw includes positioning a circular cutting edge portion of the hole saw against a surface of a base member of a hang tag assembly. The base member includes a post that extends from the surface into a hollow interior defined by the hole saw. A cap member of the hang tag assembly is positioned adjacent a mounting portion of the hole saw. The cap member includes a stem and a display card portion. The stem is advanced through a bore defined in the mounting portion and into the hollow interior of the hole saw. The post is then secured to the stem within the hollow interior of the hole saw.

Abstract: A protector assembly includes a first shield segment defining a first blade space. The first shield segment includes a first channel structure defining a first channel facing the first blade space. The protector assembly further includes a second shield segment defining a second blade space. The second shield segment includes a second channel structure defining a second channel facing the second blade space. The first shield segment further includes (i) a first end portion that includes a first coupling structure, and (ii) a second end portion that includes a second coupling structure. The second shield segment further includes (i) a third end portion that includes a third coupling structure, and (ii) a fourth end portion that includes a fourth coupling structure.

Abstract: An accessory holder includes a first clamshell portion, a second clamshell portion, a living hinge joining the first and second clamshell for moving the first clamshell portion between a first position adjacent to the second clamshell portion wherein the first clamshell portion and the second clamshell portion define a first compartment for holding an accessory and a second position wherein the first clamshell portion is spaced apart from the second clamshell, a latch assembly having a first latch portion located on the first clamshell portion and a second latch portion located on the second clamshell portion for latching the first clamshell portion with the second clamshell portion when the first clamshell portion is in the first position and a cover for holding the first clamshell portion in the first position.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention comprise a hang tag for a product having an end portion that includes at least one closed recess. The hang tag has a retaining portion which is configured to receive and retain a portion of the product in a manner that resists rotation as well as removal. The hang tag also comprises a main body that is configured to provide a label bearing surface and a configuration for hanging the hang tag on a display rod. The retaining portion also has an interior opening for receiving the product and at least one flexible prong that is located in the opening that is configured to deflect away from the product when it is inserted into the opening and engage the closed recess to prevent removal of the product.

Abstract: An accessory holder includes a first clamshell portion, a second clamshell portion, a living hinge joining the first and second clamshell for moving the first clamshell portion between a first position adjacent to the second clamshell portion wherein the first clamshell portion and the second clamshell portion define a first compartment for holding an accessory and a second position wherein the first clamshell portion is spaced apart from the second clamshell, a latch assembly having a first latch portion located on the first clamshell portion and a second latch portion located on the second clamshell portion for latching the first clamshell portion with the second clamshell portion when the first clamshell portion is in the first position and a cover for holding the first clamshell portion in the first position.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a tool accessory case having a first and a second housing member pivotally connected to each other along a hinge portion and forming a tool holding cavity. The tool accessory case also has at least one index configured for receiving at least one elongated tool accessory disposed in one of the housing members. The index has an upper guide for contacting an upper portion of the tool accessory, and a lower guide for contacting a lower portion of the tool accessory. Further, a flexible arm is included on either the index or one of the first and second housing members. The flexible arm is configured for deforming and applying a lateral pressure to the lower portion of the tool accessory for the purpose of positively retaining the tool accessory in the index. The tool accessory is slidingly received by the index, and the lateral pressure is applied by the flexible arm when the tool accessory is generally entirely received by the index.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the present invention is directed to a tool accessory case having a first and a second housing member pivotally connected to each other along a hinge portion and forming a tool holding cavity. At least one of the first and second housing members has a window from the outside of the case to the cavity. At least one insert is configured for receiving at least one tool accessory, the insert being disposed in at least one of the housing members. The insert has an identifier surface configured to be exposed through the window of the case. On the identifier surface, a product indicator is disposed for identifying the type of tool accessory insert disposed within the tool accessory case.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention comprise a hang tag for a product having an end portion that includes at least one closed recess. The hang tag has a retaining portion which is configured to receive and retain a portion of the product in a manner that resists rotation as well as removal. The hang tag also comprises a main body that is configured to provide a label bearing surface and a configuration for hanging the hang tag on a display rod. The retaining portion also has an interior opening for receiving the product and at least one flexible prong that is located in the opening that is configured to deflect away from the product when it is inserted into the opening and engage the closed recess to prevent removal of the product.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the present invention is directed to a tool accessory case having a first and a second housing member pivotally connected to each other along a hinge portion and forming a tool holding cavity. At least one of the first and second housing members has a window from the outside of the case to the cavity. At least one insert is configured for receiving at least one tool accessory, the insert being disposed in at least one of the housing members. The insert has an identifier surface configured to be exposed through the window of the case. On the identifier surface, a product indicator is disposed for identifying the type of tool accessory insert disposed within the tool accessory case.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a tool accessory case having a first and a second housing member pivotally connected to each other along a hinge portion and forming a tool holding cavity. The tool accessory case also has at least one index configured for receiving at least one elongated tool accessory disposed in one of the housing members. The index has an upper guide for contacting an upper portion of the tool accessory, and a lower guide for contacting a lower portion of the tool accessory. Further, a flexible arm is included on either the index or one of the first and second housing members. The flexible arm is configured for deforming and applying a lateral pressure to the lower portion of the tool accessory for the purpose of positively retaining the tool accessory in the index. The tool accessory is slidingly received by the index, and the lateral pressure is applied by the flexible arm when the tool accessory is generally entirely received by the index.