Abstract: A structure for preventing the formation of a dead point for a cam wheel includes a driving wheel with a pressing portion provided at one side thereof for pushing a pushed portion of the cam wheel. When the cam wheel is moved over a distance while rotating simultaneously, a cam portion of the cam wheel pushes one end of the swinging piece. When the one end of the swinging piece is pushed to be apart from the outer periphery of the cam wheel, a restoring piece axially pushes the cam wheel back to its original position. A strapping device includes the above structure, a housing, a first transmission assembly, a second transmission assembly and a third transmission assembly. Tensioning of a circular strap, rapid friction bonding and cutting are sequentially performed by the transmissions of the first to third assemblies, respectively.

Abstract: A system for filling nested pharmaceutical containers with a pharmaceutical fluid is disclosed. In one general aspect, it comprises a sterilizable chamber containing a planar rotary stage with a fiducial locating structure for holding a pharmaceutical container nest. The chamber has a rotatable cover removal station, a rotatable filling station with a dispenser head, and camera guided vacuum pickup facilities for handling container and closure nests. An associated method for filling the containers comprises establishing an aseptic condition within the chamber; removing covers from a container tub and a container closure tub by operating both the rotary stage and the cover removal station. The vacuum pickup facility transfers into the fiducial locating structure a container nest bearing pharmaceutical containers. The fluid is dispensed into the containers by operating both the rotary stage and the filling station.

Abstract: A product processing apparatus that performs packaging or box packing of products is disclosed. The product processing apparatus includes a storage component and a display component. The storage component is configured to store settings relating to the packaging or the box packing of the products. The display component is configured to display adjustment-requiring parts that requires adjustment in the product processing apparatus when changing the settings.

Abstract: A pouch handling machine comprises and a series of pouch related process stations. A reciprocating beams conveyor advances pouches intermittently along the stations. The conveyor comprises a left-hand side and a right-hand side elongated reciprocating beams, each provided along the length thereof with pouch retention members. A left-hand side and a right-hand side support member, each support reciprocating beams and form a linear guide of the reciprocating beams. A left-hand side and a right-hand side electromagnetic linear actuator are provided, each being mounted between the respective reciprocating beams and the respective support member to cause an intermittent reciprocating motion of the reciprocating beams in the longitudinal direction thereof. These actuators are linked to an electronic controller that is adapted to synchronize the motions of the actuators.

Abstract: Methods of compressing and sealing a plurality of mattresses in an air-impermeable, pliable outer container; and assemblies comprising such a plurality of mattresses. The plurality of mattresses may be rolled into a cylindrical shape for transport from a manufacturer to a distribution center or a retail location. Each mattress may be enclosed in an air-permeable, pliable decorative container that may be suitable for display or transfer to customers. The methods and the assemblies may allow greater efficiency in shipping mattresses to a distribution center or a retail location, and/or greater efficiency in preparing mattresses for display or transfer to customers of the retail location.

Abstract: A film wrap dispensing device for ergonomically wrapping articles includes a base, a first tube, and a handgrip assembly. The first tube is coupled to and extends perpendicularly from the base and is configured to be inserted into a tubular core of a roll of film wrap. The handgrip assembly is selectively couplable to an upper end of the first tube and is configured to retain the roll of film wrap on the first tube. The handgrip assembly also is configured to be grasped in hands of a user, positioning the user to move the base and the first tube around an object so that the roll of film wrap rotates around the first tube while dispensing film from the roll onto the object.

Abstract: A multivariable perforated adjustable height box is provided with improved folding, bending, and separation of adjacent panels. The multivariable perforated adjustable height box may include a box, columns, rows, glue tabs, column scores, row scores, perforations, cuts, skips, and bundle breakers. Perforation patterns may be irregular, angled, shifted, or otherwise configured to increase usability, strength, and/or other aspects of the packaging. A method to produce a packaging device with improved folding, bending, and separation of adjacent panels using the multivariable perforated adjustable height box is also provided.

Abstract: An improved basket system may include a handle component, where the handle component has at least two panels. Each panel may have a plurality of ear features. And the system may further include a box component, where the handle component is coupled to the box component by the plurality of ear features. The box component may have side walls, where each side wall includes a pair of panels folded over each other for engaging an ear feature of the handle component. The system may also have ports disposed within the box component. One of the ports may be positioned within a floor portion of the box component. One of the ports may be positioned within a side wall of the box component. And each of the ports may have a substantially rectangular geometry. The handle component may also have an arch geometry.

Abstract: A machine erectable product support (1) comprises at least one product support defining structure (3) including a top panel (5) a bottom panel (7) and a longitudinal side wall panel (9). The product support defining structure (3) defines, in the erected product support (1), one or more product locating pockets (11). The top panel (5) comprises cutlines and foldlines (15, 17) defining a plurality of hinge panels (13) hingedly attaching a first portion (6) of the top panel (5) to a second portion (8) of the top panel (5) to enable the first portion (6) to be rotated relative to the second portion (8) to erect the product support defining structure (3) during erection of the product support (1). The bottom panel (7) comprises one or more openings, each opening being registered with a respective portion of the top panel (5) when the product support defining structure (3) is in a flat configuration to facilitate erection of the product support.

Abstract: A shelf-ready shipping container, including a cardboard shipping box, the cardboard shipping box including a base tray, a removable top formed continuously with the base tray, a tear strip disposed at an interface of the base tray and the removable top, where tearing away the tear strip separates the removable top from the base tray. The base tray includes a bottom panel and sidewall panels, where the base tray is separable into a first shelf-display tray and a second shelf-display tray along an interface between the first shelf-display tray and the second shelf-display tray, where the interface is defined by a weakened portion of the base tray.

Abstract: A container with integrated handles provides an alternative to other containers handling materials. In some embodiments, the container includes an outer surface that encloses a cavity; a first face internal to the container; a second face internal to the container; a third face internal to the container; a fourth face internal to the container; an integrated handle including a first aperture disposed in the first face internal to the container and a second aperture disposed in the second face internal to the container and proximate to the first aperture; and an internal support disposed in the cavity, wherein the internal support traverses the cavity of the container to form a handle cavity by extending from the first face internal to the container to one or more faces internal to the container, wherein the internal support includes a handle cavity flap, a first binder flap, and a second binder flap.

Abstract: A resealable beverage can lid has a lid having a top side having a partial score line forming a panel and a hinge with the panel capable of being partially freed from the lid along the partial score line with the hinge preventing the panel from being completely freed from the lid with the panel being moved from a closed position to an opened position once the panel is partially freed from the lid, a rivet formed in the lid and extending outwardly from the top side of the lid, a tab portion connected to the rivet, the tab portion having a front capturing portion and a rear lifting portion, and a latch element formed in the panel with the latch element capable of being captured by the front capturing portion for movement of the panel back into the closed position.

Abstract: A sled includes a deck having a top surface and a cradle section configured to hold a shipping vessel. The cradle section includes a length that extends from a back of the deck towards a front of the deck. First and second wedges extend at least the length of the cradle section and each include at least an outer facing surface and an upper facing surface. The outer facing surface of the first wedge defines a first side of the cradle section and the outer facing surface of the second wedge defines a second side of the cradle section. The upper facing surfaces of each of the first wedge and the second wedge is oriented at an angle relative to the top surface of the deck such that each upper facing surface of each wedge slopes downwardly from an outer edge to an opposing inner edge.

Abstract: The present disclosure concerns a coupling mechanism for detachably attaching two or more utility modules to one another, utility assembles, mobile carriers and other attachable modules and articles.

Abstract: A container has a base flange on a base, and a lid flange on a lid. When the container is in a closed position the lid flange and the base flange are in juxtaposition and one of the flange edges defines a flange support surface. A lid surface is spaced above an upper base periphery when in the closed position to define a lid volume, and the base section defines a base volume. The flange support surface extends a first distance such that when the volume of the container is loaded with a rated capacity of product and the container is placed in a standing position on a flat surface using the flange support surface and a front base corner as support elements, a center of gravity of the container generates a moment about an axis of the base corner that biases the container in the standing position.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for holding and pouring wine from a wine bottle. The apparatus comprises a body strap with a ring at one end of the body strap. The other end of the body strap passes through the ring forming a loop. The apparatus further comprises a base strap configured to fit around the body of the bottle. The base strap coupled to a thumb ring through a hook. The other open end of the body strap coupled to the thumb ring.

Abstract: A package having an internal divider seated within a base and an outer closure. The divider defines a first compartment within an internal volume of the base, and the outer closure defines a second compartment between the divider and the outer closure. The base and divider are configured so that the divider snap-locks into the base.

Abstract: A food and beverage Appliance enables storage and consumption of a food and beverage meal, such as cereal and milk, in a portable form factor allowing consumption of the meal while in motion or during or after travel. The Appliance stores the food and beverage separately, and dispenses the food and beverage separately and non-simultaneously to preserve the crispiness and freshness, and to allow the user to control the size of each portion dispensed. The Appliance prevents leakage of the beverage out it its compartment, whether during filling, storage, traveling, or dispensing, to prevent getting the food soggy prior to dispensing and to prevent messes. The Appliance enables a revolution in healthy snacking and quick and easy mobile meals. Features make the Appliance either reusable or disposable. It also can create a new revenue category for takeout restaurants, and ideal for pre-packaged retail applications.

Abstract: Provided are embodiments of a plate with multiple detachable, low-profile compartments with a separate lid for each compartment. In some embodiments, there may be three compartments and three lids, each of the lids may attach and detach from each of the three compartments. The shape of the plate may look like a head of an animal.

Abstract: The container of the present invention is designed to allow for easy extraction of contents that would normally adhere to the interior walls of current containers by providing a semi rigid cylindrical container having a single continuous side defining cylindrical shape, a top portion wherein at least one flexible liner is attached to the top portion of the container. The container further possesses a bottom portion wherein such bottom portion has at least one aperture.

Abstract: A bucket handle assembly with an annular collar and a handle. The bucket handle assembly is easily detachable and can be used with different buckets. The collar slides onto the exterior of a bucket and forms an interference fit with the exterior of the bucket near the top end of the bucket. The collar has opposing flanges where the handle attaches to the collar.

Abstract: A disposable toilet tote bag, fabricated of waterproof vinyl, plastic or fabric, fully assembled with secured side walls, back wall, front wall, and bottom wall, and designed to a shape that conveniently holds a used toilet for enduring removal. A liner is provided within the tote bag, to add to its reinforcement during usage. Any waste fluids that drain from the toilet, after it has been removed, and is being conveyed, or held within the bag, and will not soil any surrounding area. An adjustable shoulder strap fits over the user's shoulder, for conveyance of the bag, and hand lifts are provided to either side of the bag, to facilitate its conveyance by a single installer.

Abstract: A food dispensing device that manually operates for applying pressure on a flexible container to release a food preparation, for example icing or filling, on a desired surface, for example on cakes, cupcakes, pastries or cookies.

Abstract: An assembly of a closure with a container, for sealing of the container, comprises the container having an inner container surface defining a cavity opening to ambient through an opening, the closure comprising an upper portion and a lower portion, the lower portion having a lower lateral surface, the lower portion being adapted to be inserted into the opening of the container and two grooves provided on the lower lateral surface and adapted to receive two respective sealing members, the two grooves being separated by a predetermined distance, the two sealing members provided in the two respective grooves, the two sealing members being adapted to provide sealing between the lower lateral surface and the inner container surface, wherein the lower lateral surface, the inner container surface and the two auxiliary sealing members together define an annular space and a barrier sealant in the annular space.

Abstract: What is proposed is a closure unit consisting of a glass container (50) with external, circumferentially offset threaded elements (54, 55) on a container neck (52) of the glass container, and a closure cover made of sheet metal, wherein the closure cover (1, 2) has an encircling plastics layer (30; 30h, 30v) on the inside of the cover. The closure cover is pressed onto the container neck (52) and can be opened with a rotational movement via the threaded elements (54, 55) and a vertical section (30v) of the plastics layer. The container neck (52) has a horizontal end surface (52a) on which a horizontal section (30h) of the plastics layer rests under pressure in a sealing manner. A central region (11) of the closure cover passes with an adjoining, circumferentially oriented transition zone (11a, 11b, 11c) into an axially downwardly projecting skirt section (12) which ends in a roll-up region (21a, 21; 22).

Abstract: A closure with a top panel, a skirt extending downward and away from the top panel, frangible connections that connect the skirt to a tamper band. The frangible connections provide a visual indication, when broken, that the closure has been opened. The tamper band includes a sidewall coupled to the frangible connections, the sidewall including a recess in which a pivotable engagement structure is displaced while the closure is applied to a container.

Abstract: Single-dose vials for liquid solutions (e.g., liquid medicaments) can be designed to be used in conjunction with a medication regimen. A single-dose vial may include a removable member that prevents a liquid solution from escaping, but also allows an individual (e.g., a patient or a medical professional) to readily administer the liquid solution. A single-dose vial could include one or more discrete capsules that include the same or different liquid solutions. For example, multiple capsules could be arranged within a vial so that different liquid solutions are simultaneously or sequentially ejected following removal of the removable member and application of pressure to the multiple capsules (e.g., due to the individual squeezing the vial). Multiple vials can also be connected to one another in a strip configuration, which allows the individual to more easily adhere to a medication regimen that requires multiple doses over a period of time.

Abstract: The device makes it possible to dispense predetermined metered quantities of liquid. It includes a sealing member that can take up a liquid release position, allowing liquid to flow out of the device, and a non-return position preventing liquid from flowing back into the device. The sealing member is provided with metering means for metering out the liquid to be dispensed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fluid transfer apparatus for sucking liquid from a container and transferring to another container or target. The fluid transfer apparatus comprising a squeeze bulb, the squeeze bulb having a first opening and an opposite second opening. A first check valve coupled to the first opening and a second check valve coupled to the second opening, wherein the first check valve and the second check valve together are configured to control the direction of fluid flow in one direction i.e. the liquid can enter from first check valve leaves from the second check valve. A transfer tube is fluidly coupled to the first check valve and a dispensing tube is coupled to the second check valve. The squeeze bulb is configured to suck liquid from a container through the transfer tube, wherein the liquid collects in the squeeze bulb and the dispensing tube. The other end of the dispensing tube is closed by a nipple, the nipple having a hole.

Abstract: Child-resistant containers or packages having spinning collar cap assemblies are provided, as are methods for manufacturing such containers. In various embodiments, the child-resistant container includes a container body having an inner cavity, an opening to the inner cavity, and a container neck circumscribing the opening. A spinning collar is retained around the container neck and is rotatable relative thereto in at least a first rotational direction. The child-resistant container further includes an overcap, which is sized and shaped to enclose the opening when attached to the spinning collar. Through the provision of a suitable threaded interface the overcap can be (i) detached from the spinning collar by rotation of the overcap relative to the spinning collar in the first rotational direction and (ii) removably attached to the spinning collar by rotation of the overcap relative to the spinning collar in a second rotational direction opposite the first rotational direction.

Abstract: A secure shipping container includes an inner sleeve formed in the shape of a tray that can be inserted into an outer sleeve formed as a tube with one closed end and one open end. The inner sleeve is sized to be shorter than the outer sleeve so that when full inserted into the outer sleeve the contents of the tray are not accessible, and the inner sleeve is not removable without a special opening tool. Each sleeve includes a slot into which an opener can be inserted to permit a user to slide the inner sleeve out of the outer sleeve in order to access the contents of the container. A method of assembly of the components and use to ship materials is also described.

Abstract: A food jar provides an individual the ability to transport food or drink. The food jar includes a container and a lid. The container has a closed bottom end, an open upper end, and a sidewall defining a receiving space for holding food or drink. The lid is removably connected to the container. The lid includes a stopper having a valve. The stopper is positioned in the open upper end of the container. The valve is configured in the stopper for removing air from the receiving space of the container through an outlet passage through the stopper and then through a channel between the threading of the lid and the container.

Abstract: A vial stopper for closure of a lyophilization vial is disclosed. The vial stopper has a stopper body comprising a first circumferential sealing surface for hermetically sealing against an interior surface of a mouth of the vial in a first position of the vial stopper. The stopper body further comprises a second circumferential sealing surface for hermetically sealing against the interior surface of the mouth of the vial in a second position of the vial stopper. The second sealing surface is spaced apart from the first sealing surface in an axial direction of the stopper body. The stopper body further comprises an intermediate region in between the first and second sealing surfaces, the intermediate region having at least one venting element for venting an interior of the vial in at least one intermediate position of the stopper in between the first and second positions.

Abstract: A container device with an interchangeable insert is disclosed. In some embodiments, the present disclosure generally provides a practical, efficient and affordable solution that allows for changing an insert of the lid of a box, for example, a jewelry box.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fastening system having at least one cable tie (13) which has i) a toothed cable tie strip (17) and ii) a cable tie head (16) with a detent device for detent engagement with the toothed cable tie strip (17), and having at least one holding apparatus (1) which is separate from the cable tie (13), wherein the cable tie (13), in the fully assembled state, is positioned relative to the holding apparatus (1) such that the material for binding (39) held by the cable tie (13) is arranged spaced apart from the holding apparatus (1) in order to reduce abrasion of the material for binding (39). The invention likewise relates to a cable tie (13) and to a holding apparatus (1) for a fastening system of said type, and to a corresponding assembly method.

Abstract: The invention relates to transparent packaging for vacuum forming, inter alia, formed from a biaxially oriented, thermoformable polyester film as lower film (A) and a biaxially oriented polyester film as upper film (B) that is both heat-sealable and peelable (at least when the material is hot) in relation to the lower film (A). The present invention further relates to the use of such packaging to produce sealed, thermoformed packs, and to the processes for their respective production.

Abstract: A flexible carrier for carrying a plurality of containers, such as soft drink and other beverage containers, is formed from a polymer composition which provides the carrier with improved recovery, tensile strength and tear resistance. The polymer composition includes about 40-60% by weight of a low density ethylene polymer having a density of about 0.910-0.950 grams/cm3 and about 40-60% by weight of a post-consumer recycled product blend of low density polyethylene polymer and linear low density polyethylene polymer.

Abstract: A packaging system protects and retains all the components of a lighting unit with a resilient binding unit. The packaging system is used for a lighting unit with a first component having a first elongate member and a second component having a second elongate member. It also includes a carrier base with a first and second aperture used to receive and hold the first and second elongate member at a first longitudinal location. The second aperture is located proximate to the first aperture. The packaging also includes a resilient binding element for holding the first and second components with a first and second ring to receive and hold the first and second elongate member at a second longitudinal location, where the second longitudinal location being spaced a distance from the first longitudinal location. The binding element is used to inhibit the first and second components from being longitudinally moved relative to each other.

Abstract: A carrier (2) made of cardboard, paperboard or other lightweight foldable sheet material, comprises a top sheet (4) defining one or more pockets (20) for receiving one or more products and a bottom sheet (6) attached to the top sheet (4). The top sheet (4) comprises one or more respective sets (30) of flaps (32) for forming the respective pockets (20), each flap (32) being hingedly connected at a proximal end (36) to a top surface (38) of the top sheet (4) about a respective flap hinge line (40) defined around an upper edge (42) of the respective pocket (20) and folded about the respective flap hinge line (40) to define a pocket side wall. The top sheet (4) further comprises respective tabs (50) hingedly connected to distal ends (46) of the respective flaps (32) about respective tab fold lines (52) and folded about a respective tab fold line (52) so as to lie along a base of the pocket (20).

Abstract: A system and method for forming reinforced packages. The method can comprise forming an attached web by adhering a construct to a web of material, and moving the attached web in a downstream direction through at least a web edge forming assembly. The moving the attached web can comprise moving the construct with the web of material. The method further can include at least partially forming a folded web by folding at least a portion of the web of material as the attached web moves through the web folding assembly and forming a reinforced package comprising a liner and the construct by separating the liner from a remainder of the folded web. The construct is adhered to the liner.

Abstract: A packaging sleeve for retaining a plurality of individually packaged products includes a first sidewall having a first opening that partially receives a first product of the plurality of individually packaged products, as well as a reinforcing biasing beam that exhibits a spring action to bias the first product into the first opening by applying a force to the first product in a direction toward the first opening. The biasing beam includes a first wall and a second wall, with the first wall of the biasing beam contacting and biasing the first product, and the second wall of the biasing beam contacting a second product and biasing the second product into a second opening formed in the sleeve. The biasing beam is convertible between a fully compressed state and a fully expanded state, with the biasing beam being biased to the fully expanded state.

Abstract: A cushioning material for packaging comprises at least one sheetlike element having at least one edge portion and one cushion portion providing a property desired for protecting an item to be packaged. It is proposed that an adhesive system is applied to at least one edge portion, at least in some regions, and is designed for a releasable connection to a different section of another sheetlike element or of the same sheetlike element without auxiliary means and non-destructively.

Abstract: A multi-compartment container device including a container assembly having a generally rigid container body forming a generally rigid outer compartment is provided. A flexible inner compartment is located in the rigid outer compartment and includes a frangible portion that may be ruptured to release the contents of the flexible inner compartment for combining the contents of the rigid and flexible compartments in the container body. The flexible compartment may be in the form of a pouch. The container device has a rotatable actuator member that is connected to the flexible compartment such that sufficient rotation of the rotatable actuator member will twist and apply torque to the flexible compartment to cause the frangible portion of the flexible compartment to rupture.

Abstract: A bag-like container includes a bottom sheet including a first paper base layer and a heating element layer configured to generate heat by absorbing electromagnetic waves; and a top sheet bonded to the bottom sheet in such a manner as to be separable from the bottom sheet with a content to be cooked being contained, wherein the top sheet transmits the electromagnetic waves.

Abstract: A container for product to be dispensed takes the form a body defining a compartment for storing frozen confection such as ice cream and sorbet, and a receptacle releasably coupled with the body. The body has a lower region with an outlet through which the frozen confection to be dispensed from the compartment. The receptacle defines an open chamber, when decoupled from the container, for receiving frozen confection dispensed through said outlet. An external profile of the body is configured to nest with internal profile of the receptacle, with the outlet of the body covered by the receptacle when the receptacle is releasably coupled with the body. An internal surface of the receptacle is configured to engage an external surface of the body, for releasably coupling the receptacle with the body.

Abstract: A packaging product for packaging flat products (e.g., flat stock) such as abrasive articles, e.g., abrasive disks. The packaging product is designed to display flat stock products while maintaining the geometric properties and integrity of the products. The packaging product has a first component that is an engagement member, a second component that is a first retention portion and a third component that is a second retention portion. The engagement member engages with the first and second retention portions to secure a plurality of products between the retention portions.

Abstract: A container for consumer goods is formed from a laminar blank (100, 300) having a blank thickness (T1) and comprises a three dimensional element (104, 304) having a thickness (T2) from about 50 micrometres to about 500 micrometres. The element (104, 304) is affixed to the container by means of adhesive provided on an affixing area (106) of an inner surface (108) of a first wall of the container. The container comprises a thickness compensating means (112, 312) provided in its entirety on a region of the inner surface of the container other than the affixing area.

Abstract: A transportable rack for transporting multiple glass panels with securing assemblies having a number of resilient blocks therein, at least partially defining a receiving gap, and a shaped spigot mounted relative to a drive mechanism to selectively move the shaped spigot relative to the resilient block between a rest condition in which a panel can be inserted into the receiving gap and to cause deformation of the resilient block into an expanded clamping condition in which a portion of the resilient block is moved to clamp the panel within the receiving gap.

Abstract: This invention is a unique and novel shipping frame for nursery plants, that is made from a water-resistant recycled paper composite material. The frame allows for supporting one or more shelves and is attached to a base. The one or more shelves and base are capable of holding the plants during shipment to insure the plants are not damaged. After shipment is completed, the frame may be reused or disposed of accordingly.

Abstract: A capsule has an outlet wall (4) that comprises an opening (5) and a closing member (6) for the opening; the closing member is integral with the outlet wall of the capsule and extends from the inner side of the outlet wall, inside the capsule.