Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for enhancing the mixing of foam precursors in foam-in-bag precursor systems, to thereby enhance the quality of the resulting foam. The apparatus comprises a heated chamber for storing bags containing the precursors in separate compartments, an opening for dispensing the heated bags, and mechanical agitators for externally agitating the bag containing the separated foam-forming precursors to mix the precursors and form foam. Also, a foam cushion packaging precursor is disclosed and comprises such a heated bag.

Abstract: A carrying case for electronic equipment, such as a portable computer, includes back, front, top, bottom and side walls defining an interior including a compartment for receiving electronic equipment defined between a wall surface and a floating panel of the carrying case. The floating panel is selectively movable linearly toward and away from the wall surface to adjust the size of the compartment in accordance with the size of the electronic equipment received therein. A securing mechanism within the interior resiliently biases the floating panel toward the wall surface and provides a shock or impact absorbing effect for the electronic equipment. The carrying case has a handle including first and second handle portions rotatable between an engaged position wherein the handle portions are in abutment and a disengaged position wherein the handle portions are separated from one another. The first and second handle portions are configured to automatically matingly engage one another when rotated into abutment.

Abstract: A compressible pet product in a packaged system including both methods and specific types of packaging addresses the need for a fully recoverable, reduced-volume package. The system may involve initially folding the pet product and the like and wrapping the pet product for insertion into a bag or other flexible encasing. This bag may then be compressed externally or through evacuation. If the compression occurs through evacuation, the flexible encasing may act in conjunction with the ambient pressure environment to hold the pet product in a compressed state. An outer encasing may then be placed over the compressed pet product to hold it in a compressed state before releasing the compressed pet product to the ambient pressure environment. Alternatively, the compressed pet product may be compressed without an encasing such as through a mechanical compression element and extruded into an outer encasing.

Abstract: A multiple compartment, wheeled computer carrier and business case includes three separable compartments which are hinged together along their bottom edge one to the other with the center compartment for carriage of a personal computer and the side compartments comprising elements for carrying files and for carrying various other business items. The case is wheeled with a telescoping handle and further includes a carrier handle as well as a strap. A reinforcing gusset connecting the bottom of the separate compartments facilitates the security of the carrier case.

Abstract: A device for protecting a large-volume container for liquid, slow-flowing, powdered, or granular materials during storage and transport, has a pallet support body to support the container from underneath and a jacket body, which is connected to the pallet support body and which surrounds the sides of the container. The support body and the jacket body are made as an integral unit consisting of a three-layer plastic wall. The three-layer plastic wall has a compact outer layer, a compact inner layer, and a foamed intermediate layer. The device is produced by extruding a predetermined length of a tubular preform with a three-layer wall of plastic into an opened mold. Several vertical, rod-shaped spreading elements are positioned inside the tubular preform. The tubular preform is expanded by moving the spreading elements in a radially outward direction relative to the tubular preform by a predetermined outward movement.

Abstract: Shipping and storage container for laptop computers which generally includes a one (1) piece exterior portion, preferably fabricated from corrugated cardboard, an inner protective base insert and an inner protective cover insert, both of the protective inserts preferably being fabricated from a material which provides cushioning and protection, most preferably a protective foam type material.

Abstract: A shock absorbing device includes a first arm portion and a second arm portion. The first arm portion is made of resin having a shock absorbing function. The second arm portion is made of resin having a shock absorbing function, and is jointed with the first arm portion at, at least two positions. The first arm portion includes at least one deformation portion. The second arm portion includes at least one deformation portion. A fitting space is formed between the first and second arm portions as a result of the deformation portions being deformed, a to-be-shock-absorbed article being held in the fitting space.

Abstract: A protective pouch has a closed cell foam padding and a casing enclosed around the closed cell foam padding. The configuration forms two opposing curved sidewalls. The protective pouch has a closing mechanism, which can be a flap extending from one sidewall and attached to the other sidewall. The pouch can be substantially fitted for a rectangular object so that when the object is inside said pouch, the object forms protective pockets between the sidewalls of the object and opposing sidewalls of the pouch.

Abstract: A container for integrated circuit wafers provides protection for the wafers from mechanical shock and electrical charges. The wafers are mechanically protected by top and bottom cushions and side cushions. The top and bottom cushions each have foam within a membrane or film enclosure. The enclosure has openings so as to allow gas to pass in and out. The side cushions have resilient projections that protect the edges of the wafers. The side cushions are interposed between flanges of the top and bottom cushions. The individual wafers are separated from each other by leaf separators made of film. The film for the separators and the top and bottom cushions can be the same type. The film has a first layer made of a polymer with dissipative material therein and a second layer made of a polymer without the dissipative material. The first and second layers are coupled together. The insulating layer is placed into contact with a circuit side of the wafer. The dissipative material can be carbon.

Abstract: A fishing pole and tackle case for storing and transporting fishing rods and fishing tackle. The fishing pole and tackle case includes a rod case adapted for protecting the fishing rod therein. An upper periphery wall extends downward from a peripheral edge of the top surface such that an inner surface of the upper periphery wall defines an interior space of the rod case. A plurality of rod securing means are coupled to an interior face of the rod case. The rod securing means are adapted for securing the rod to the rod case. A tackle container is adapted for holding the fishing tackle therein. The tackle container has a bottom wall and a lower peripheral wall. The lower peripheral wall extends upward from a periphery of the bottom wall. The bottom wall and the lower peripheral wall are for defining a storage space of the tackle container. A plurality of clasping means are for securing the rod case to the tackle container.

Abstract: A rigid lightweight carrying case includes first and second frame members hingedly attached to one another, each comprising a band of rigid material substantially defining the outline of the carrying case and at least partially circumscribing the object to be carried in the case, a layer of rigid foam material affixed within each frame member and located towards the exterior of the case for providing structural rigidity to the case, a layer of soft foam material affixed within each frame member adjacent the rigid foam material and located towards the interior of the case, the soft foam being contoured to accommodate and provide support for an object to be carried in the case, an inner fabric layer of plush material on the interior of the case covering substantially the soft foam material, an outer fabric layer affixed to the exterior of the case covering substantially the rigid frame members and the rigid foam material, and means for carrying the case attached thereto, thus providing a carrying case that is b

Abstract: A container for goods, such as an item of luggage (1) has a storage compartment (4) having an outer member (7), a flexible inner lining (10) and an adjustable protection means (11) located between the outer member (7) and the lining (10). The adjustable protection means has two modes, a protection mode and a storage mode and is adjustable between the two modes.

Abstract: A shipping protector for interposition between a shipping carton and an article being shipped for spacing the article within the carton, including a resilient buffer member and a buffer insert provided between the buffer member and the article.

Abstract: A method of packaging a plurality of nut assemblies. Each nut assembly includes a flat head formed with a bolt hole, a pair of elongated flat arms extending parallel to each other in one direction from both sides of the head and each formed with a longitudinally elongated hole, and a nut substantially in the shape of a square pole having first and second opposed pairs of longitudinal sides and formed with pins protruding laterally through the first opposed pair of longitudinal sides and loosely received in the respective elongated holes of the arms so that the nut is pivotable about the pins relative to the arms. The nut is further formed with a threaded hole extending therethrough between the second opposed pair of longitudinal sides. To package such nut assemblies, a resilient package formed with elongated grooves having a width smaller than the distance between the second opposed pair of longitudinal sides of the nut is prepared, and a plurality of nut assemblies are pushed into the grooves of the package.

Abstract: A fishing case for storing a variety of fishing equipment. The fishing case comprises a substantially rectangular body that has a front section and a back section. The front section and the back section are provided with a closing means that helps to securely fastens the front section and the back section together. The inside of the back section is fitted with a cutout insert having a plurality of cutouts that house various fishing equipment pieces. The fishing case may be provided with a handle and straps on its back to facilitate the user in carrying the fishing case.

Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.

Abstract: A carrying case for electronic equipment, such as a portable computer, includes back, front, top, bottom and side walls defining an interior including a compartment for receiving electronic equipment defined between a wall surface and a floating panel of the carrying case. The floating panel is selectively movable linearly toward and away from the wall surface to adjust the size of the compartment in accordance with the size of the electronic equipment received therein. A securing mechanism within the interior resiliently biases the floating panel toward the wall surface and provides a shock or impact absorbing effect for the electronic equipment. The carrying case has a handle including first and second handle portions rotatable between an engaged position wherein the handle portions are in abutment and a disengaged position wherein the handle portions are separated from one another. The first and second handle portions are configured to automatically matingly engage one another when rotated into abutment.

Abstract: A safety package is disclosed which includes a tubular member having first and second opposed end openings, a layer of heat insulative material inside the tubular member and a layer of heat insensitive material overlying the insulative material. Explosives or other volatile materials are placed in a depression in the heat insulative material and covered with the heat insensitive material to protect them from heat and fire to make transportation of such materials safer. In the event that the explosive materials are ignited, the gasses generated by the ensuing explosion will be vented in a non-unidirectional manner through the end openings and optional vent openings.

Abstract: A microwave steam tray is made of a thermo-formed co-polymer polypropylene quality food grade plastic. The microwave steam tray comprises a plastic container having a dish portion and a connected lid. The dish portion includes a bottom surface with four sidewalls extending therefrom to define a dish interior. A plurality of ribs are raised from the bottom surface to provide a cooking plane. Steam channels are formed between the ribs. The ribs extend radially from a moisture reservoir positioned within the dish interior. The moisture reservoir includes a retaining wall having a cup portion formed within the retaining wall. Recesses are formed within the retaining wall. Liquid based food products may be placed in the moisture cylinder during cooking. Steam generated from the moisture reservoir easily travels down the radial steam channels.

Abstract: A corner protector comprises two sheets of superposed material joined along two straight edges that meet at an angle of 135°. It is open along any other edge. The sheets are swingable relative to each other about the joined edges, whereby when the sheets are swung about the joined edges until the two edges are at a right angle to each other, a corner protector is produced which has three flat sides each of which meets the other two sides at a right angle.

Abstract: A spacing device (20), having a compressible body (22) with an upper surface (24) and a lower surface (26), is utilized to inhibit movement of a vehicle (32) stored in a container (34) having a plurality of compartments (78). The upper surface (24) is convexly curved, and the lower surface (26) is concavely curved. An alternate spacing device (60) has a generally non-compressible and transparent body (62) with an inclined upper surface (66) having a recess (68) for receiving the vehicle (32).

Abstract: A two-part hinged carrying case having a first and a second part. First and second molded foam inserts formed from electrically non-conductive resilient foam are positioned, respectively, within the first and second part of the two-part hinged carrying case. The first molded foam insert includes a number of two-part cavities formed therein and open to a first insert surface. Each of the two-part cavities has a first cavity open to the first insert surface having a first diameter less than a diameter of a battery to be inserted therein and a depth greater than one-half a length of the battery to be inserted therein and a second cavity concentrically oriented with the first cavity and in connection with the first cavity. The second cavity has a second diameter at least one-quarter inch less than the first diameter and a depth greater than a positive pole protrusion of the battery to be inserted therein.

Abstract: A portable airtight inner case (W, Z) includes a receptacle (121) for having an item stored therein, for example a guitar (105), a hingedly mounted cover (11, 111) and a perimetric seal (39) to form a fluid seal between the cover (11, 111) and receptacle (121) when the cover is closed. The inner case cover and receptacle are made of a clear rigid plastic. A suction valve or pump (50, 130) opens to the inner case interior to evacuate fluid while a vacuum gauge (53) is provided for measuring the pressure. The inner case bottom wall (32, 117) has a plurality of pockets (74, 148) for having hangers extended therein to hang the case on a wall and stand pockets (142) to have stand parts of a foldable stand (85) extended therein or a stand (144) pivoted to the bottom wall to support the inner case (W, Z) in an inclined condition. A portable outer case (X, 170) has a compartment for containing the inner case.

Abstract: A shipping container and display case for storing, transporting and displaying a plurality of pre-assembled packages of small items. The shipping container includes a top carton and a bottom carton integrally formed and connected along a score line around the container, in such a manner that the container can be broken into the top and bottom cartons along the score line. An upper insert is inserted in the top carton and a lower insert is inserted in the bottom carton respectively. The upper and lower inserts each has a plurality of slots configured for respective insertion of the plurality of pre-assembled packages. The shipping container can be used for storing and transporting the plurality of pre-assembled packages, and the top carton can be removed by breaking the container along the score line and the upper insert can further be removed to convert the container into a display case with the lower insert left in the bottom carton and the plurality of pre-assembled packages exposed for retail display.

Abstract: A foam drink tray having improved cup cavities includes a foam base with at least two cup cavities disposed in a top thereof for retaining cups or cans. At least one hand cavity may be formed in a top thereof for the retention by a hand. The side wall of each cup cavity may be shaped several different ways. However, every side wall surface which contacts a cup or can must be chamfered where it meets the top of the tray. The gas escape hole is disposed in the mold such that it is on the chamfer. The hand cavity may be any convenient shape which allows a hand to firmly retain the foam drink tray. A gas relief vent may be formed in one a mold half to facilitate improved flow of foam throughout the mold.

Abstract: An adjustable, impact resistant cushion for use in a carrying case or the like has a first pad including a compressible, substantially rectangular foam piece covered with a pliable non-porous cover. The cover continuously covers the foam piece and includes an air flow controlling vent. Air escapes from the pad through the vent at a controlled rate when the foam material is compressed and so the pad absorbs shock by providing resistance to compression which increases with increasing compression velocity. Preferably, open cell urethane foam is employed in the compressible foam piece. The adjustable impact resistant cushion includes a second pad hingedly connected by a flexible hinge segment of webbing or plastic. The adjustable cushion includes, on a back surface, one or more releasable hook and loop type fasteners elements (e.g., either hooks or loops).

Abstract: A water heater is protectively packaged for shipment and handling by respectively inserting upper and lower end portions thereof in recesses in facing padded sides of upper and lower end assemblies having, on their opposite sides, spaced pluralities of parallel support rail members. The water heater and associated end assemblies are enclosed within a cardboard box having a vertical side wall portion spaced horizontally outwardly from the water heater, and vertically elongated reinforcing members extend along interior corner portions of the box between the upper and lower end assemblies and form therewith a vertical load path facilitating the stacking of water heaters packaged in this manner.

Abstract: Apparatus for carrying cosmetics include a cup member, a holder member and a cover. The cup member has a closed first end and an open second end and defines a hollow space therebetween. The holder member is sized and adapted to be placed in the hollow space and includes a plurality of spaced apart recesses each of which is sized to receive a cosmetic product. The cover is adapted to be detachably secured to the cup member to cover the open second end. The present apparatus are very effective and convenient for holding cosmetic properties in automobiles and other transportation vehicles.

Abstract: A multifunctional shipping container for integrated circuits, and methods of using and reusing the container are described. The compact container coupled with foam inserts is dimensioned to securely ship and store integrated circuits in either tray or reel format. The container with an expandable cavity allows ease of access for loading and unloading the contents at multiple work stations, and may be converted to an in-house "tote". Multifunctionality of the container supports use as a shipping system from the tray or reel supplier, to the IC assembly and test site, to distribution centers, and to the IC customer, thus eliminating multiple costs of disposal, inventory and new shipping materials.

Abstract: A durable padded decorative giftmailer which simplifies the process of gift giving for purposes of mailing articles through mailing and parcel distribution channels. In greater detail, the exterior envelope comprising of a spun-bonded polyolifen finer such as Tyvek, which enhances the resistance to tears, water, punctures and blemishes. The substrate is then injected with water based inks forming festive designs for specific occasions which are mar and blemish resistant to the rigors of the mailing and shipping channels. Additionally, incorporating an interior inner liner made of a blown polyethylene foam having characteristics of being rigid and flexible and having the same recycling capabilities as that of the exterior substrate thus simplifying the ease of recycling the decorative mailer.

Abstract: A protective pouch has a closed cell foam padding and a casing enclosed around the closed cell foam padding. The configuration forms two opposing curved sidewalls. The protective pouch has a closing mechanism, which can be a flap extending from one sidewall and attached to the other sidewall. The pouch can be substantially fitted for a rectangular object so that when the object is inside said pouch, the object forms protective pockets between the sidewalls of the object and opposing sidewalls of the pouch.

Abstract: A transport container for fragile articles having a substantially rigid base member with a bottom planar surface. A plurality of flexible foamed plastic members having the same overall shape as the base member stacked and secured together forming a container body which is secured to the base member. Each of the flexible foamed plastic members defines a plurality of throughgoing substantially circular cutouts with a tooth assembly for each cutout extending inward toward the center point of each substantially circular cutout. The foamed plastic member cutouts axially aligned with cutouts of an adjacent foamed plastic member to form a stepped bore which can hold various sized articles.

Abstract: A shock and weather protective telephone case, composed of two separate halves which when mated together form a hollow cylinder with capped ends. A mobile telephone or other similarly sized equipment is protected by placing it within the cylinder. The body of the case includes an indentation to secure the case to a standard bicycle water bottle holder. The case provides a waterproof seal with which to protect the contents. Foam inserts are located on the internal walls of the cylinder to secure and protect the contents from shock and also allow acoustical clearance.

Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.

Abstract: A sheet of material having a first layer of a first density is patterned to include a main body having a plurality of sides and a side member pivotably attached to the main body adjacent at least one side thereof. At least one relief is formed in the main body for decoupling a portion of the main body from the respective side member. The reliefs permit the side member to move relative to the decoupled portion of the main body in a direction generally perpendicular to the respective side of the main body. The sheet of material may further include a second layer of a second density, different than the first density. The second layer is patterned to form a hinge between the main body and each respective side member to enable each side member to be pivotable relative to the main body.

Abstract: The packing protector is formed from an elongated strip of flexible cushioning material having an L-shaped cross section defining a vertical wall and a vertical wall. Transversal folding lines are provided in the strip to fold it in the shape of the packing protector. The folding line is formed by a groove spanning transversally on an inner side surface of the vertical wall. The groove is associated with a V-shaped folding cutout in the horizontal wall shaped to form two matching surfaces which are brought adjacent to each other when the strip is folded, thereby forming a unified wall. One of the two matching surfaces includes a male coupling interlockable with a female coupling in the other matching surface to keep the strip once folded in the form of the packing protector. A packing protector according to the present invention has the advantage of being easy and simple to ship to the user or purchaser in great amounts, as the unfolded strips can be easily piled up for the delivery.

Abstract: A foldover tag for jewelry items such as necklaces and bracelets includes a web fabricated from cardboard with a resilient foam rubber pad centrally disposed thereon. The pad includes a recess adapted to receive a clasp or fastener of the jewelry item therein. The foldover card is adapted for being folded about a transversely disposed foldline to effectively capture a portion of the jewelry item between front and rear portions of the card, and to secure the clasp within the recess of the pad. The present invention thus advantageously secures the clasp portion of the jewelry item in concealed relation within the foldover card during shipment and retail display of the jewelry item.

Abstract: A briefcase having shock-absorbing functions includes a plurality of shock-absorbing air pads 70 each of which comprises an inner skin 76 and an outer skin 78. A pair of foaming elements 82 are intervened between the inner skin 76 and the outer skin 78 such that they are spaced apart by a distance. The pair of foaming elements 82 define a first shock-absorbing section 72 and a second shock-absorbing section 74 in the shock-absorbing air pad 70. The first shock-absorbing section 72 and the second shock-absorbing section 74 are filled with an air of a predetermined pressure, and the first shock-absorbing section 72 and the second shock-absorbing section 74 are connected to each other by a connection part 84 which is composed only of the inner skin 76 and the outer skin 78. An air passage 86 is defined in the connection part 84 for communicating the first shock-absorbing section 72 and the second shock-absorbing section 74 which are filled with the air.

Abstract: A corner protector comprising a pair of layers of padding material superposed on each other and open along one edge and closed along three other edges by securement of the layers of padding material against each other. The three closed edges comprise a central edge joined at each of its ends to a closed edge at an obtuse angle of 135.degree.. The three closed edges are straight, and the central edge is substantially shorter than the other two closed edges and parallel to the open edge. Each closed edge other than the central edge meets the open edge at an angle of 45.degree.. To protect a corner of an object, the corner protector is bent until the two closed edges other than the central edge are disposed parallel to each other and spaced apart a distance equal to the length of the central edge, thereby to form a pocket, and the corner to be protected is inserted into this pocket.

Abstract: A portable humidor has a cedar cigar storage container formed from a lower housing and an upper lid hingedly connected thereto. A cover assembly having an outer surface of leather or other suitable durable protective material is secured to the cedar container. The cover assembly includes a zippered closure. When the storage container is in a closed position for travel, the zippered closure serves to entirely enclose the container within the cover assembly.

Abstract: A container assembly for protecting corners, edges, and surfaces of at least one article when packaged in a box is provided. The device comprises a first panel member having a first surface and a second surface, a second panel member having a first surface and a second surface, a first cushioning member secured to the first surface of the first panel member, a second cushioning member secured to the first surface of the second panel member. A securing mechanism extending through the combined first panel member and the first cushioning mechanism, and the combined second panel member and the second cushioning mechanism for securing the combined first panel member and the first cushioning mechanism, and the combined second panel member and the second cushioning mechanism. The article is secured between the combined first panel member and the first cushioning mechanism, and the combined second panel member and the second cushioning mechanism.

Abstract: A baby food containment box is provided including a base for containing baby food. Also included is a lid removably coupled to the base. A pair of straps are provided for containing a bib within the box. Further, the base has a foam block removably situated therein with a plurality of recesses formed in a top face thereof for containing various items.

Abstract: A transportation case for a heavy object. A top portion and a mating bottom portion, are proven to be the bottom portion having a lesser height than the top portion to minimize lift-over height into the bottom portion. The bottom portion employs a substantially frusto-conically shaped cushion projecting upwardly therefrom, toward the top portion. The top portion employs a similar frusto-conically shaped cushion projecting downwardly therefrom, toward the bottom portion, the cushions being substantially aligned. The cushions are adapted to be partially inserted into respective apertures in the heavy object, such as, in an aircraft brake assembly. The bottom portion provides for attachment of a removable skid on an exterior surface thereof, the top portion having a corresponding recess for receiving the skid of another transportation case stacked thereon.

Abstract: A one-time resealable protective kit for medical sharps has a stiff body which has a predetermined shape for initially packaging a medical sharps and for receiving the used medical sharp. The stiff body is designed so as to prevent the blade or needle of the medical sharps from piercing the stiff body. The protective kit has a resealable cover and a lower attachment mechanism that can be used to affix the protective kit to a table or other suitable surface. In operation, the protective kit is releasably secured to a table or other suitable surface by contacting the attachment mechanism to the surface. The user then peels back the cover of the protective kit to access the medical sharp. Once the medical sharp has been used, it is replaced into the body of the protective kit. The cover can then be closed over the body of the protective kit, effectively sealing the medical sharp inside the protective kit. The entire protective kit can then be safely disposed of in accordance with standard medical practices.

Abstract: A temperature-controlled container for transporting biologic tissue and human skin is set out wherein an outer insulated container houses a power source, a thermostat means, a heating means, a power source and interior container along with a retention means for holding the sample in place and a lid that interlocks with the open annular area by a T-shaped friction plug. The thermostat means may be a microchip and heating element so that the sample and interior temperature does not vary from a given temperature parameter.

Abstract: A carrying case, for example for an item of equipment such as a notebook, comprises a bottom portion and a top portion which can be closed to enclose the item of equipment. The top and bottom portions of the case are hingedly connected together by hinges each comprising a first hinge body and a second hinge body secured adjacent to each other to narrow sides of the top and bottom portions of the case. The hinge bodies are hingedly connected together and are in the form of shock-absorbing feet, including shock-absorbing portions which can be compressed when the case is put down.

Abstract: A hazardous material and shipment system (kit) includes a containment box, a closeable bottle, a unitary foam positioning body, and an absorbent sleeve. The unitary positioning body is positioned within the containment box and is provided with an aperture. The closeable bottle has a screw cap, is made from a material compatible with the hazardous material, and fits within the aperture of the positioning body. An optional removable top member covers the aperture to secure the bottle therein. The bottle is preferably a part of a bottle assembly including a sealing tape, the absorbent sleeve, and a plastic bag, which provide multiple containments for liquid leaks and spills. A method for containing hazardous materials includes placing a desired amount of the hazardous material in a bottle body having a threaded neck and then engaging a screw cap with the threaded neck to provide a closed bottle with the hazardous material inside.

Abstract: A cushioning device for protecting corners and edges of an article when packaged in a box is provided. The device comprises a panel member having a plurality of panel portions with each of the panel portions hingedly connected to at least one adjacent panel portion. Cushioning is secured to at least one of the panel portions for cushioning the article wherein the panel portions fold into a three-dimensional receptacle forming an open corner cushioning device for protecting the corners and sides of an article. A securing mechanism on the panel member secures for securing the panel member within the box wherein the article is securable within the box.

Abstract: A cutting and packaging process for expanded polystyrene foam blocks having an original geometric, as well as a product, is provided. The process internally cuts the expanded polystyrene foam blocks to provide pre-cut expanded polystyrene foam blocks. The pre-cut expanded polystyrene foam blocks are maintained in their original geometric form and are packaged in this original geometric form to prevent disassembly of said pre-cut expanded polystyrene foam blocks.

Abstract: A cover for sealing a munition within a canister has an inner layer of tempered glass bonded by an adhesive to an outer layer of structural foam having at least one score mark thereon. Upon launch of the munition, the inner layer of tempered glass breaks into numerous fragments which remain bonded to the outer layer of scored foam by the adhesive layer. The outer layer of foam then breaks along its score marks into two or more pieces that have pieces of the inner layer of glass bonded thereto. The pieces of foam with glass fragments bonded thereto are then blown out and away from the canister so that the munition can egress unimpeded and undamaged from the canister. A method for sealing a munition within a canister until munition launch includes the step of sealing the munition within the canister by a cover having an inner layer of tempered glass bonded by an adhesive to an outer layer of structural foam having at least one score mark thereon.