Abstract: A bag closure system includes a bag having a top end and a bottom end, and an elastic band having an anchored end and a free end, where the anchored end is fixed proximate the bottom end of the bag. The free end of the elastic band is configured to be stretched around the top end and the bottom end of the bag while the anchored end remains fixed proximate to the bottom end. The elastic band may be made of natural rubber and a permanent adhesive or thermal bond may be used to fix the anchored end proximate the bottom end of the bag. In addition, a visual fold line may be provided diagonally at each of the corners of the bag, and a visual first lateral fold line and a spaced apart visual second lateral fold line provided on the body of the bag.

Abstract: An expansion folder with internal dividers with an accordion-pleated spline, comprising, a front cover, the front cover comprising an outwardly facing surface and an inwardly facing surface, a rear cover, the rear cover comprising an outwardly facing surface and an inwardly facing surface, a plurality of dividers, each of the plurality of dividers comprising a front-facing surface and a rear-facing surface, and, an accordion-pleated spline, the spline comprising a polymer formed into a plurality of pleats, the pleats further comprising an alternating series of “M-shaped” and “W-shaped” pleats.

Abstract: A card carrier includes a presentation substrate, a pocket layer connected to an interior side of the presentation substrate, and a notification carrier configured to fit within a receiving pocket. The presentation substrate defines a presentation address window. The receiving pocket is defined by the pocket layer and the presentation substrate. The pocket layer defines an interior display window configured for displaying card object data and is connected to the presentation substrate such that the interior display window is positioned in a top half of the presentation substrate. When the notification carrier is positioned within the receiving pocket, an address on the notification carrier is visible through the presentation address window.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a package comprising a sleeve and an insert received in the sleeve, where the insert is movable between a retracted and extended configuration. The insert includes a carrier having a passage, and a band extending around a wall of the carrier and through the passage. The insert further includes a first member located within the passage when the insert is in the retracted configuration, the first member being attached to the band, wherein at least a portion of the band that overlies the wall is exposed for attachment to the sleeve of the package at a second coupling location on the exposed portion of the band.

Abstract: A gift bag having an envelope-shaped pocket therein for transporting and presenting an envelope, card, or other merchandise with the gift bag is provided. The pocket may be integrally formed with the gift bag, or at least partially formed from a separately attached piece, and may be positioned at various locations within the bag. The pocket may also be formed to look like an envelope.

Abstract: The present invention provides a self-standing paper product and a method for manufacturing the same. The manufacturing method at least includes: a step of forming a primary separating fold line, a step of forming a left vertical separating fold line, a right vertical separating fold line, a left horizontal separating fold line and/or a right horizontal separating fold line, and a step of erection and formation. A primary separating fold line, the left vertical separating fold line, the left horizontal separating fold line, the right vertical separating fold line, and the right horizontal separating fold line are formed on a single paper card for separation into a plurality of front presentation regions and folding regions, and the fold lines are then respectively folded to erect and form the regions, so as to form a self-standing paper product that at least includes a front presentation portion and a folding portion.

Abstract: A congratulatory card that dispenses confetti paper. The congratulatory card is made using a tissue, a confetti paper, a rectangular card, a double sided tape, a ribbon, and a sticker. The congratulatory card is used by placing it on a ceiling or wall and pulling the ribbon when a user wishes to open the card and release the confetti paper.

Abstract: A focusing device includes at least one circuit which controls a first focusing operation using a contrast detection scheme, a second focusing operation using a phase detection scheme, and a setting operation to set a limited range. The circuit is configured to, in the first focusing operation, obtain a contrast evaluation value for positions of a focus lens within the limited range and a predetermined range beyond the limited range, and control a focusing operation based on the obtained contrast evaluation value, and in the second focusing operation, determine an out-of-focus state if a focal position of the focus lens based on a calculated defocus amount is outside the limited range or outside a first limited range having a boundary outside the limited range.

Abstract: Folders are disclosed. In some embodiments, the folder may include a unitary planar material folded along a transverse fold forming a front panel and a rear panel. The front panel may be folded over the rear panel along the transverse fold. The rear panel may include an additional fold defining first and second portions. One of the front and rear panels may include lateral projections folded along longitudinal folds and affixed to the other of the front and rear panels to form a document receptacle between the front panel and the rear panel. At least one reference apparatus may be formed with at least one of the front and rear panels. The at least one reference apparatus mat be configured to be detached from the at least one of the front and rear panels.

Abstract: An insert for a backpack includes an inner pocket assembly having staggered pockets. The inner pocket assembly is attached to the back panel of the insert. Arms are attached to the sides of the insert. The arms are configured to wrap in front to the insert and connect to each other. Each pocket of the staggered pockets include an opening in the bottom corners.

Abstract: A system including a substrate with an adhesive panel, a shipping item removably attached to the adhesive panel, and a package envelope including the shipping item removably attached to the adhesive panel, where a location of the adhesive panel within the package envelope renders the package envelope suitable for an automated handling process of a shipping authority.

Abstract: A file folder with multiple pockets and a method of making is disclosed. Cover panels (16,18) are joined along a central axis (11), at least one primary pocket is formed with a pocket panel (18a), a second pocket panel (40) is located in a primary pocket space (24) thereby subdividing the pocket space into a first pocket space between the first pocket panel and the second pocket panel and a second pocket space between the second pocket panel and one of the cover panels, the second pocket panel (40) includes an extension (50) which is folded over and affixed to the first pocket panel thereby forming a closed inner edge on the front pocket.

Abstract: An integral tab system for a 2-D or 3-D tab for a folder, and a method of making same is disclosed. The integral 2-D (flat) tab (20) is provided in the hanging folder itself without the need for additional tabs being affixed. The 3-D tab version (120) is created by an extension which is folded onto itself so that one edge surface is at an angle relative to the panels of the file folder allowing it to be read from the side. These tabs may also be supplied in a detachable form.

Abstract: Protective mailer capable of being processed by postal processing equipment without causing damage to the article held by the mailer. The pocket holding the article inside the mailer is offset relative to one edge, when folded, by a distance sufficient to prevent damage when the mailer is oriented and processed. The mailer may include a resizing flap that, when unfolded and deployed, changes the dimensions of the mailer so that the mailer is processed by the postal processing equipment as a non-letter or flat mailpiece.

Abstract: Packaging systems, such as envelopes and folders, with digital media storage are disclosed. In some embodiments, an envelope may include a unitary planar material folded along first and second transverse folds forming a first end panel, a second end panel, and a middle panel disposed between the first end panel and the second end panel, along the second transverse fold to form a closure for the document receptacle, and a lateral projection on one of the first and second end panels folded along a longitudinal fold onto another portion of the one of the first and second end panels and affixed along an edge of the lateral projection opposite the longitudinal fold to the another portion of the one of the first and second end panels to form a pocket between the lateral projection and the another portion of the one of the first and second end panels.

Abstract: A greeting card display system features a greeting card with a card first panel and a card second panel pivotally attached. A first crease divides a card front surface from a card back surface and a card first inside surface from a card second inside surface. The system features a protective sleeve with a sleeve first panel and a sleeve second panel. The protective sleeve features a sleeve cavity with a single sleeve opening adapted for insertion of the greeting card. The sleeve first panel is pivotally located on the sleeve second panel via a sleeve first outside crease that divides the front surface from the back surface and a sleeve first inside crease that divides the first inside surface from the second inside surface.

Abstract: An assembly including a front panel is separated from a back panel by a panel fold line. Side flaps are disposed at opposing edges of the front panel and are each separated from the front panel by a flap fold line. The side flaps include a front flap surface with an adhesive material and a back flap surface opposite the front flap surface. The assembly is foldable about the panel fold line to dispose the back panel adjacent the front panel and foldable about the flap fold line to dispose the back flap surface adjacent a front surface of the back panel when the back panel is folded. In a folded position, the assembly forms a pocket between the front and back panels, and is adherable by the adhesive material to a separate surface.

Abstract: The pocket folder is made from a single sheet blank and has a pair of pockets and reinforced side edges. The pockets may be open pockets or one of the pockets may be closed while the other is open.

Abstract: The pocket folder is made from a single sheet blank and has a pair of pockets and reinforced side edges. The pockets may be open pockets or one of the pockets may be closed while the other is open.

Abstract: A greeting card display system has a greeting card with a card first panel and a card second panel pivotally attached. A first crease divides a card front surface from a card back surface and a card first inside surface from a card second inside surface. The system has a protective sleeve with a sleeve first panel and a sleeve second panel. The protective sleeve has a sleeve cavity with a single sleeve opening adapted for insertion of the greeting card. The sleeve first panel is pivotally located on the sleeve second panel via a sleeve first outside crease that divides the front surface from the back surface and a sleeve first inside crease that divides the first inside surface from the second inside surface. The system has a display unit adapted to receive the protective sleeve on a display unit front surface.

Abstract: A pocket device including a first major panel and a second major panel coupled together along a major fold line. The pocket device includes a first pocket panel coupled to the first major panel and defining a first pocket with the first major panel, the first pocket panel having an edge positioned adjacent to a mouth of the first pocket. The pocket device further includes a second pocket panel coupled to the second major panel line and defining a second pocket with the second major panel, the second pocket panel having an edge positioned adjacent to a mouth of the second pocket. The pocket device has a first reinforcing material positioned on the first pocket panel adjacent to the mouth of the first pocket, wherein the first reinforcing material is spaced apart from the edge of the first pocket panel.

Abstract: A pocket assembly includes a major panel and a pocket panel coupled together to define a pocket between the panels. A divider is placed in the pocket to partition the pocket into two or more compartments. The divider comprises a securing element secured to at least one of the major and pocket panels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a convertible pocket folder for securing and transporting standard 8½×11 documents and legal 8½×14 documents. The present invention comprises a single sheet of material having a top section and flap sections which are folded upwardly to form pockets for securing and transporting documents.

Abstract: A stair-step, expandable file folder is disclosed, in which each pocket in the folder has the same depth, rather than the back pockets being deeper than the front pockets. The folder is formed from a group of attached dividers. Each divider in the group is generally planar and includes two horizontal folds near a bottom edge of the divider. The divider area above the folds forms a wall of a pocket. The divider area between the folds extends to an adjacent divider and forms the bottom of the pocket. The divider area below the folds is attached to the adjacent divider. The adjacent divider forms an opposing wall of the pocket. When the group of dividers is compressed front-to-back, the dividers all have the same lateral footprint. When the group is expanded front-to-back, the dividers translate vertically, so that the tops of the dividers are all visible simultaneously from the front of the folder.

Abstract: An automated flat mail piece comprising a bendable envelope and a bendable insert tray disposed inside the cavity of the bendable envelope that satisfies USPS requirements for automated flats. The insert tray has a rectangular base with a perforated line disposed centrally from each edge to its respective opposing edge, dividing the base into four segments. A flap is integrally connected to the base by two walls extending at substantially right angle from the base. A set of three bend-enabling score lines disposed co-linear with the longitudinal and transverse bend axes of the envelope enable lengthwise and widthwise bending of the envelope. Diagonal stress relief score lines cooperate with bend enabling score lines to lessen the effects of a crease. A stress relief score line is disposed diagonally extending from an outer bend-enabling score line at the envelope edge to a center bend-enabling score line.

Abstract: Simulated commercial envelopes and methods of making are disclosed. An example envelope includes a first envelope portion having a front panel. A top flap is integrally formed with a top edge of the front panel about a first fold line, and a bottom flap is integrally formed with a bottom edge-of the front panel about a second fold line. A second envelope portion includes a rear panel free of any fold lines or flaps. The rear panel is to be secured to the front panel to form a pocket at least partially surrounding the mailer. The bottom flap is to be folded about the second fold line and to be secured to the rear panel on a side opposite the formed pocket. The top flap is to be folded about the first fold line and to be secured over the rear panel on the side opposite the formed pocket.

Abstract: A greeting card display system featuring a sleeve, wherein at least the bottom edge is sealed and either the first or second side edge is sealed; a slot disposed in the top edge adapted to accommodate insertion of a greeting card between the front and back surface; an inside crease disposed in the front surface of the sleeve, the inside crease divides the front surface into a first inside surface and a second inside surface, the sleeve can move between an open position wherein first inside surface does not contact the second inside surface and a closed position wherein the first inside surface contacts the second inside surface; and a spine crease disposed in the back surface of the sleeve formed by moving the sleeve from the open position to the closed position, the spine crease divides the back surface into a first outside surface and a second outside surface.

Abstract: A method for producing a large-capacity, pliable container, includes the steps of a) producing a tubular bellows-type sleeve, b) cutting lateral folding regions of the folded bellows-type sleeve, d) soldering adjacent cutting edges in such a way as to produce a parallelepipedic inner protective envelope having a square cross-section (1b), e) sticking fixing lugs (13) to two opposite lateral fixing faces (14a, 14b) of the folded bellows-type sleeve, (f) applying a tractive force to the fixing lugs (13) in order to deform, by stretching, the parallelepipedic inner protective envelope having a square cross-section and to obtain a parallelepipedic inner protective envelope having a rectangular cross-section (1), step g) soldering the outer lateral pockets (17a, 17b), and a step B) of assembling the inner protective envelope having a rectangular cross-section (1) with the outer envelope in order to form the large-capacity pliable container.

Abstract: A file having first and second cover panels pivotally connected to each other at a hinge for movement between an open and closed position may be provided. The cover panels can overlap each other in the closed position to contain papers of a predetermined size therebetween. One or more superimposed pocket panels can be coupled to an inside of the first cover panel to define overlapping pockets dimensioned to hold the papers. The pocket panels can have first edge portions that define openings to the pockets, and the first edge portions can be staggered. The pocket panels may include an outermost pocket panel with an additional coupled edge. A labeling member can be provided that is associated with each pocket panel and configured for displaying identification information. The labeling members can extend beyond papers held in the pockets and can comprise tabs that can be staggered from each other.

Abstract: A pocket assembly includes a major panel and a pocket panel coupled together to define a pocket between the panels. A divider is placed in the pocket to partition the pocket into two or more compartments. The divider comprises a securing element secured to at least one of the major and pocket panels.

Abstract: A file with a card-receiving recess is disclosed. The file comprises a first panel comprising a first layer and a backing layer, that contains an opening extending from the first layer to the backing layer, and a second panel hingedly associated with the first panel. The backing layer is configured to support a displayed sheet element in a position such that it is visible through the opening of the first layer, and the displayed sheet element is at least partially received within the thickness of the first surface and the backing layer. The backing layer contains an adhesive disposed thereon within the opening for securing the displayed sheet element to the backing.

Abstract: An envelope that allows a mailer to partly seal an envelop such that the primary content is sealed within the envelope while still allowing a third party to insert secondary material into the envelope is provided. An envelope includes a first sheet and a second sheet that forms a first pouch between the second sheet and the first sheet. The first pouch has a top opening and a side opening. The envelope also includes a third sheet that forms a second pouch between the third sheet and the second sheet. The second pouch has a top opening. The envelope also has a first flap for closing both the top opening of the first pouch and the top opening of the second pouch. The envelope also includes a second flap for closing the side opening of the first pouch.

Abstract: A file folder having front and rear panels, two side panels and a bottom panel which are joined to one another along foldable edges has an arrangement of fold lines which enable the folder to be readily moved between a fully opened condition for use and a collapsed condition for storage. The arrangement of fold lines includes a first fold line which extends across the front panel, and each side panel includes a second fold line which extends downwardly along each of the side panels from the top of the folder toward the bottom panel thereof. Each side panel further includes a third, fourth and fifth fold lines which extend from either an edge of the front panel or from a corresponding corner of the folder to a location at which the third, fourth and fifth fold lines intersect one another.

Abstract: An automated flat mail piece comprising a bendable envelope and a bendable insert tray disposed inside the cavity of the bendable envelope that satisfies USPS requirements for automated flats. The insert tray has a rectangular base with a perforated line disposed centrally from each edge to its respective opposing edge, dividing the base into four segments. A flap is integrally connected to the base by two walls extending at substantially right angle from the base. A set of three bend-enabling score lines disposed co-linear with the longitudinal and transverse bend axes of the envelope enable lengthwise and widthwise bending of the envelope. Diagonal stress relief score lines cooperate with bend enabling score lines to lessen the effects of a crease. A stress relief score line is disposed diagonally extending from an outer bend-enabling score line at the envelope edge to a center bend-enabling score line.

Abstract: A Multimedia Mailer device is provided that (1) is constructed from a single folded paperboard stock having a plurality of fold lines dividing the sheet into a plurality of panels, (2) includes one or two compartments with pockets secured by pocket flaps for concurrently carrying and mailing a combination of a compact disk or disks (CD) and digital versatile disk or disks (DVD), a standard magnetically recorded gift card or cards or similar size item, and paper items such as a photo or coupon, (3) includes interior surfaces for writing a messages, and (4) is formed by a folding arrangement such that graphics printed on only one side of paperboard stock appear on both exterior surfaces and a plurality of interior surfaces.

Abstract: A one and two-way disc mailer for mailing DVDs, CDs, video game discs, or other discs from a sender to a recipient via first class mail. The disc mailer provides improved protection to the disc during mail processing while weighing less than or equal to 1 ounce, including the weight of the disc, for first-class compatibility.

Abstract: A mailer is disclosed for distributing advertisements and invoices. The mailer provides an envelope for returning the invoices and a buck slip for displaying advertisements and incentives. The buck slips and return envelope are attached to the mailer so that these papers are removed from the mailer simultaneously upon the opening of the mailer.

Abstract: A blank of foldable material to form a sleeve having a recess and a latching mechanism openable and closable by a user. The sleeve can contain articles such as packets of consumer products to form a package.

Abstract: A mailer is disclosed for distributing advertisements and invoices. The mailer provides an envelope for returning the invoices and a buck slip for displaying advertisements and incentives. The return mailer is attached to the mailer and removed from the mailer simultaneously upon the opening of the mailer.

Abstract: A package for an optical storage medium, comprising first and second parts; a window located in the first part; a third part sandwiched in a region between the first and second parts; wherein the first, second and third parts define a receptacle in a further region where the third part is not sandwiched between the first and second parts; wherein the window and the third part are arranged such that when the optical storage medium is placed in the receptacle, the optical storage medium abuts the third part and a predefined area of the optical storage medium is perceptible through the window.

Abstract: A disc case for a CD or DVD disc has a first portion separated from a second portion by a fold-line which enables the portions to move about the fold-line relative to each other. Each portion has at least one pocket to hold the disc. The case is made from a flexible textile sheet material.

Abstract: The flat oversize mail piece includes an envelope of expandable nature, a flexible insert within the pocket of the envelope and an item that may be rigid or non-rigid. In one embodiment, the insert is provided with a cutout that is asymmetrical to one side of the insert and envelope to matingly receive the item being shipped. In another embodiment, the insert is a thin plastic tray having a recess to receive the item being shipped and a plurality of cavities interconnected by thin webs that impart flexibility to the package.

Abstract: A device for storing and dispensing items comprises a first item container having a main body and a tail extending from the main body, a first panel, a second panel connected to the first panel along a first fold line, and a third panel connected to the second panel along a second fold line. The second panel and the third panel defining a pocket with at least a portion of the tail being disposed in and connected to the pocket. The pocket is foldable along the first fold line to a closed position in which the main body, the third panel, the tail, and the second panel overlie the first panel, and the pocket is further foldable to an open position in which the third panel, the tail, and the second panel are angled away from the back panel.

Abstract: A pocket assembly includes a major panel and a pocket panel coupled together to define a pocket between the panels. A divider is placed in the pocket to partition the pocket into two or more compartments. The divider comprises a securing element secured to at least one of the major and pocket panels.

Abstract: A multipocket document folder may be formed from a primary sheet of stiff, flexible flat stock by die cutting and folding so as to create front and back covers for the folder, each having a separate pocket on its inside surface. The primary sheet of flat stock is die cut to form a rectangular portion on which the front and back covers are delineated, and separate front and back cover pocket flaps projecting from the front and back covers, either from the sides or bottoms thereof. Pocket securing projections are also formed on the primary sheet of flat stock and extending in directions perpendicular to the front and back pocket cover flaps. In this way the front and back cover pocket flaps are foldable in a first direction relative to the spine of the folder into facing relationship to the front and back covers.

Abstract: A postcard includes a security tag coupled to the postcard for selectively concealing at least a portion of information displayed on the postcard. The tag includes at least a first portion and a second portion that is coupled to the first portion. The first portion is secured to the postcard with a bond that is stronger than a bond used to secure the second portion to the postcard.

Abstract: File section dividers for an expandable filing case are formed with expansive partitions having pocket panels extending from their lower edges and folded up and secured to the partitions. The pocket panels are formed with at least one linear pocket delineation seal parallel to the opposing side edges of the pocket panels. The pocket delineation seal divides the panel into a plurality of pockets which will have different sizes, depending upon the placement of the pocket delineation seal or plurality of seals. Preferably, pocket apron flaps are provided at the upper edges of the pocket panels to facilitate insertion and removal of documents and other objects into the pockets of the file section dividers. The file section dividers find their greatest utility when employed in a collapsible, portable document storage device having side panels formed into pleated accordion folds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sheet of stock material that is suitable for use in creating personalized pockets and or pockets on demand for presentation folders as well as auxiliary pockets for existing product folders, notebooks and containers. More particularly, the instant invention provides the small office, home office user (“SOHO”), as well as the manufacturer of presentation folders and the presenter of products, services and educational subjects with the ability to create personalized pockets on demand and in limited quantities. The subject pocket of the present specification is provided in sheet form, with one or more strips of adhesives and available removable segments in order to create pockets that can be imprinted or imaged with specific or personalized communications or messages in order to create a significantly greater message transmission vehicle for the advancement of product, services, topics, concepts, theories or ideas.

Abstract: A pouch for holding cards, flat sheets, photos, pictures and also a disc such as a CD or DVD: the pouch having lateral seams defining lateral sides, a bottom seam defining the bottom side of the pouch, and a downward recess in the bottom seam for nesting of a disc in the recess. A top flap above the upper open end of the pouch. Laterally inwardly extending upper and lower sets of seams holding the flap to the backing strip. The upper seams are of a longer length inward in the lateral direction. The upper and lower seams define a nest area at the top region of a disc and cooperate with recess at the bottom to hold the disc against lateral shifting. Single and plural arrays of the pouches on the backing are possible.

Abstract: A CD mailer and pocket file, the pocket file having a two-ply front wall and a single ply rear wall. The two-ply wall has a slot in one of the plies to receive a CD into a CD retaining recess between the plies. A mailer flap connected to one of the walls along a fold line is folded over the two-ply wall to close the open end of the pocket and cover the CD receiving slot for mailing.