Removable Ply Patents (Class 383/111)
  • Patent number: 6821019
    Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage. The container has two storage chambers that share a common insulated dividing wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Publication number: 20040136614
    Abstract: A bag transformable into a tablecloth comprised of a bag manufactured from paper or a similar material having a quadrangular shape, the bag having tearing or controlled breaking means on which a thermal material lamina is incorporated. A plastic material or similar lamina is incorporated on one or each of the bag surfaces. The lamina is provided with reinforcement and with openings on the upper part constituting handles. The laminas are printed on one or both faces, able to be separated from the central body for forming tablecloths, having an identical width and longer length than the central body or a shorter length, as may be selected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Inventor: Laurence William Seidler
  • Publication number: 20040120612
    Abstract: A container comprising an outer bag, a liner and at least one connector. The liner is substantially configured for receipt within the outer bag. The at least one connector is affixed to the liner and capable of attachment to the outer bag. Each such connector comprises a substrate material, an outer bag attachment assembly and an adhesive. The substrate material includes a first region and a second region. The outer bag attachment assembly is associated with a first region. The adhesive is operably applied to the second region. The second region is affixed to one of the at least two side panels, and the first region is selectively positionable to overlie the liner without overlying a portion of the second region or another portion of the first region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2002
    Publication date: June 24, 2004
    Inventors: Lee La Fleur, Jeffrey Delbert Wright, James Edward Rozmarek, R. Daniel Brumm, Aaron Wayne Bryan
  • Patent number: 6749064
    Abstract: A bag having an article display aperture and a folded support surface formed in a front panel thereof for supporting and displaying various types of articles. The bag is formed of relatively stiff material and its front panel is provided with cuts and scored areas defining a tab that is folded to form a generally wedge-shaped support surface for supporting various articles behind the aperture. The bag can be supported on a flat surface such as a counter top or a table top or may be suspended in an elevated position by handles at its upper end for displaying various articles, and may also be used as a conventional gift bag or shopping bag. An insert sheet formed of decorative material may also be inserted in the bag along its back panel to serve as a colorful background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Inventor: Sanita L. Alrey
  • Patent number: 6726362
    Abstract: The present invention relates to shoe bags useful in laundering processes, especially for laundering of shoes, particularly leather-containing shoes, such as athletic shoes. The shoe bags of the present invention are preferably used in combination with compositions for treating one or more shoes in need of treatment, and methods and articles of manufacture employing same to treat the shoes prior to and/or during and/or after washing the shoes for imparting a desired benefit to the shoes such as cleaning and/or conditioning and/or disinfecting and/or deodorizing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2004
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Jerome Edward Frisch, Thomas Charles Hortel, Yana Milligan Nicks
  • Publication number: 20040022462
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-layered bag which includes an inner bag located within the interior of an outer bag, where the outer bag including a first and second region of weakness. The inner bag includes a region of weakness adjacent to the outer bag's second region of weakness. The multi-layer bag has the inner and outer bags sealed closed and together adjacent to the outer bag's second region of weakness. A method of manufacturing such a multi-layered or composite bag is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2003
    Publication date: February 5, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Clements Markham
  • Publication number: 20040001653
    Abstract: An emesis waste disposal system with both an outer bag and an inner bag. The inner bag is releasably attached within an inside of the outer bag, and disposed in a ready, open position within the outer bag. Advantageously an edge of the inner bag is folded out over a lip of the outer bag, to receive waste into the inner bag without soiling the outer bag. Optionally, the inner bag is releasably attached within an inside of the outer bag with a removable fastener such as a tin tie, hook and loop pile, or snap set.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2003
    Publication date: January 1, 2004
    Inventors: Jodi Lynn Coval Carr, James Gerald Carr
  • Publication number: 20030223657
    Abstract: A bag or liner adapted to collect items comprises first and second thermoplastic body panels, and at least one polymeric structure. The first and second body panels are joined along a pair of opposing sides and a bottom bridging the sides so as to form an open mouth. The joined first and second body panels form an interior space for collecting items. The at least one structure is a patch, tape or pouch. The at least one structure comprises a first layer being a barrier layer and including an odor-masking and/or neutralizing agent. The first layer is attached to the bag or liner via an adhesive, a heat seal or other attaching method such that the odor-masking and/or neutralizing agent is in communication with the interior space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2003
    Publication date: December 4, 2003
    Inventors: William P. Belias, David A. Bryniarski, Paul N. Chen, Susan P. Evans, Steven P. Long, Clifford H. Patridge, Jason M. Stanchock
  • Patent number: 6652145
    Abstract: A ventilated sport bag having a permeable inner layer and a detachable impermeable outer layer is disclosed. The permeable inner layer allows moisture to evaporate so that the sport item will not become mildewed, discolored, or rust. When a wet sport item is placed in the bag, the impermeable outer layer is detached so that the item can dry. The inner layer is comprised of two portions of material that are formed in the shape of the bag. The outer layer is comprised of two cover portions that cover the two inner layer portions. The outer cover portions are attached to the inner layer portions by an attachment device such as a zipper. When the outer cover wears out it can be replaced without having to purchase an entire new bag. A handle and a detachable shoulder strap are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2003
    Inventor: Homero Valdez
  • Publication number: 20030198408
    Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2003
    Publication date: October 23, 2003
    Applicant: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Patent number: 6626337
    Abstract: A vehicle refuse container for providing a convenient and more aesthetically pleasing refuse container for a vehicle. The vehicle refuse container includes a container including a front panel, a back panel, and a pair of side panels. A top edge of the container defines an opening for accessing and interior of the container. Each of the panels comprises a flexible material. A first loop is attached to the container. A second loop is attached to the container and spaced from the first loop. The armrests of vehicle chairs are extending through the loops such that the container is suspended between a pair of adjacent chairs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Inventor: Terry Cox
  • Publication number: 20030156767
    Abstract: A ventilated sport bag having a permeable inner layer and a detachable impermeable outer layer is disclosed. The permeable inner layer allows moisture to evaporate so that the sport item will not become mildewed, discolored, or rust. When a wet sport item is placed in the bag, the impermeable outer layer is detached so that the item can dry. The inner layer is comprised of two portions of material that are formed in the shape of the bag. The outer layer is comprised of two cover portions that cover the two inner layer portions. The outer cover portions are attached to the inner layer portions by an attachment device such as a zipper. When the outer cover wears out it can be replaced without having to purchase an entire new bag. A handle and a detachable shoulder strap are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2002
    Publication date: August 21, 2003
    Inventor: Homero Valdez
  • Patent number: 6582124
    Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2003
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Publication number: 20030056473
    Abstract: A flexible container for liquids including an outer shell, an inner liner and an intermediate structure in which the intermediate liner is coupled to the outer shell to maintain a cross-sectional profile and the volume of the inner liner is greater than the enclosed volume of the intermediate structure. Liquids are loaded into a flexible container wherein the container is lifted by straps so that the container hangs freely, the container is filled with the liquid, the filling tube is sealed, the sealed tube is placed between the outer shell and stabilizing straps on the outside surface of the outer shell and the flexible container is then rested on a surface, trapping the filling tube between the outside surface and strap so that the container is securely sealed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2002
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Inventor: Carlos J.D. Matias
  • Publication number: 20030035598
    Abstract: A paper bag with a film inner bag in which the inner bag element is constructed so that its closed end portions can be torn in the lateral direction, thus allowing easy opening by hand across the entire width of the bag or across a part of this width. The inner bag element consists of a synthetic resin film and has cut portions formed along the longitudinal direction in the end portions of the bag that are closed by heat-sealing and that are planned to be opened in the future. The end portion constituting the bottom part is closed by heat-sealing, or by being folded together with the outer bag element or stitched with a sewing machine. The outer bag element, which consists of at least one layer, is formed mainly from craft paper. The synthetic resin film that forms the inner bag element is formed from a thermoplastic resin, and has the property of easy tearing in one axial direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2002
    Publication date: February 20, 2003
    Applicant: Showa Paxxs Corporation
    Inventors: Kenichi Hiraiwa, Yoichi Numata
  • Publication number: 20020191869
    Abstract: A bag assembly (30) includes an inner bag (1) with an outer cover (20). An open end (22) of the cover (20) is positioned around a spout (6) providing an inlet/outlet for the bag (1). After the bag (1) has been filled, and the spout (6) has been sealed, the bag assembly (30) is itself sealed by the sealing of the upper end of the cover (20). The bag assembly (30) can then be inverted and with the cover (20) removed and the bag (1) lifted, the cutting open of the spout (6) will enable the discharge of the material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2002
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Inventors: Gregory Roy Stewart, Kazmlez Stanislaw Jasica, Wayne Alexander Wilson
  • Patent number: 6398073
    Abstract: A fluid dispensing system comprises a sealed collapsible plastic bag for retaining fluid therein, and support means for supporting the plastic bag. The support means comprises a bowl-shaped carrier portion for retaining the plastic bag therein, a collar portion for supporting the carrier portion, and at least one cooling element disposed about the carrier portion for cooling the fluid in the plastic bag. The support means includes a spigot for puncturing the plastic bag, either under its own weight or with a downward force being exerted on the bag, when the bag is positioned on the carrier portion. The spigot is positioned in the carrier portion adjacent the lowermost portion thereof, and is shaped for sealing the plastic bag to the spigot after being punctured by the spigot. The spigot includes a fluid passageway, and a fluid inlet in communication with the fluid passageway for draining the fluid from the plastic bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2002
    Assignee: Bag O Water Limited
    Inventor: Kenneth Nicolle
  • Patent number: 6391353
    Abstract: Packaging (10) featuring a tear-off closure with an tearing aid for freeing an opening (34) to remove the contents (32) is such that, at least in the region of the opening, layers of packaging material forming an outer (20) and inner part (22) of the packaging are superimposed, separated or separable from each other. The aid to tearing is arranged on the outer part (20) of the packaging in such a manner that the outer part of the packaging is separated from the inner part of the packaging a distance (a) from the opening and the inner part of the packaging is exposed in the region of the opening. The inner part (22) of the packaging which is revealed on tearing open the packaging is free of germs with the result that the packaging is suitable for consuming drinkable and/or edible contents by mouth directly from the packaging.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Alusuisse Technology and Management Ltd.
    Inventors: Claude A. Marbler, Frédéric Froemer
  • Patent number: 6383592
    Abstract: A film bag is disclosed for containing articles, such as candies, food and other items. The film bag is made from a laminate that includes an inner layer and an outer layer with printed indicia formed on it. The outer layer includes a fixed portion which is attached to the inner layer with a permanent adhesive. The outer layer also includes a removable sticker portion which is substantially coplanar with the fixed portion. The removable sticker portion is attached to the inner layer with a pressure sensitive adhesive. Preferably, at least part of the pressure sensitive adhesive on the removable portion is separated from the permanent adhesive on the fixed portion by a gap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.
    Inventors: James W. Lowry, Jeffrey M Schuetz, Krishnaraju Varadarajan
  • Publication number: 20020021845
    Abstract: A paper liner for plastic grocery sacks having a base whose perimeter is approximately equal to the base perimeter of standard plastic grocery sacks and a height approximately equal to the height to the collar of standard plastic grocery sacks when the standard plastic grocery sacks are opened and expanded. A paper liner for plastic grocery sacks wherein the grade of paper is between 35 lbs. and 50 lbs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2001
    Publication date: February 21, 2002
    Inventor: Rocco D'Antonio
  • Publication number: 20020012480
    Abstract: A bag means comprising a main body (1) made of a mesh material as a whole except an opening portion thereof and a completely waterproofed inner bag (3) to be put in the main body (1) detachably.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2001
    Publication date: January 31, 2002
    Inventor: Takamichi Konno
  • Publication number: 20010043763
    Abstract: The present invention provides a freezer bag comprising a multi-layered bag having at least one liner film and an outer support bag. The liner film(s) have a first sidewall and a second sidewall attached along respective lateral edges forming edge seals, each sidewall having a top edge, the outer support bag having two sidewalls attached together along respective lateral edges forming edge seals, each sidewall having top edges defining the opening to the multi-layered bag and the support bag having a folded edge defining the bottom of the multi-layered bag, the top edge of at least one liner film being attached to an inner surface of the respective sidewall of the support bag wherein the liner film(s) are thermoplastic.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 1999
    Publication date: November 22, 2001
    Inventors: ZAIN E. M. SAAD, DAVID A. SMITH, WILLIAM D. PRICE, RICHARD DAWKINS, LAWRENCE C. STANOS
  • Patent number: 6312742
    Abstract: Packaging such as a blockbase sack (201) suitable for packing of particulate material has an inner bag having two layers of polyethylene, surrounded by an outer bag (201) having three layers of polyethylene. Each bag has a closed bottom and has an open top (208) prior to filling. After filling of the inner bag, the inner bag is closed by a first heat seal along zone (205) in a heat-sealing operation, which can be performed through the outer bag (201) in such a way that the outer bag (201) is not heat sealed to the inner bag at that point. The outer bag (201) is closed by a second seal (207) located between the first seal (205) and the top of the bag (208). A frangible zone (206) is located between the first (205) and second (207) heat seals to enable the outer bag (201) to be removed from the sealed inner bag by cutting or tearing along the frangible zone (206).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2001
    Assignee: Cryovac, Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander Charles Wood, Anthony Bourne, Uwe Kohn
  • Patent number: 6280085
    Abstract: A convertible package having an interior for holding a flowable product, e.g., a powder or granular material. The package includes at a front panel, a rear panel, and a removable covering. The front and rear panels are formed of a flexible sheets having a peripheral edge along which the panels are heat sealed to form the package's hollow interior. The removable cover is made up of a front cover sheet and a rear cover sheet, which are formed of a flexible material and are of a sufficient extent to encompass the entire area of the front panel and rear panels, respectively. The cover sheets are releasably secured along their periphery to respective ones of the packages front and rear panels to effectively isolate those panels from the ambient surroundings. The two cover sheets are arranged to be peeled off the panels, leaving the front and rear panels secured together with the product sealed within the hollow interior of the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Assignee: Fres-co System USA, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey Scott Beer
  • Patent number: 6238091
    Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2001
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Patent number: 6234677
    Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage. The container has two storage chambers that share a common insulated dividing wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2001
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Patent number: 6213642
    Abstract: A paper bag formed from a unitary blank and having a longitudinal seam running along its length. The seam is of a double layer of paper and has two spaced and parallel adhesive areas joining the two layers. A pair of parallel perforated lines border respective adhesive areas. The perforated lines define a tear strip on the outermost one of the double layers. The tear strip is provided on its usually hidden surface with indicia, so that after tearing it away, the user will be notified by the indicia of the winning of a prize offered by the vendor of product placed within the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2001
    Assignee: International Paper Company
    Inventor: Kurt Jensen
  • Patent number: 6210037
    Abstract: A removable one-piece, puncture resistant, flexible inner liner insert for use in a variety of backpacks, soft body portfolios, carrying bags and the like. The liner insert has an adjustable variably sized bottom portion having at least four side regions, at least four stress relief joints, a front flap attached to the first side region of said bottom portion, a back flap attached to the second side region of the bottom portion, and a first side flap and a second side flap attached to the third and fourth side regions of the bottom portion respectively. Additionally, a plurality of size adjusting perforations are located adjacent each of the four joints and run inwardly, at an approximately 45° angle, towards the center of the bottom portion. The size adjusting perforations enable an individual to easily adjust the size of the bottom portion of the liner insert such that it substantially corresponds to the size of the bottom region of the back pack that the liner insert is to be installed within.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2001
    Inventor: Daniel M. Brandon, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6206570
    Abstract: The invention provides a bag container and method for making same with an improved removable section for conveying marketing and promotional messages. The section may be separated from the bag container without compromising the container's integral barrier wall, and provides an improved construction capable of use in high speed, high efficiency, automated handling systems. In addition, the invention provides the option of a bag container and a wrap with a highly secure, tamper resistant, removable section made from a one-piece blank, without the need for additional multi-part security systems or other added security systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Assignee: Packaging Dynamics, L.L.C.
    Inventor: Jeffrey J. Cortopassi
  • Patent number: 6206568
    Abstract: A flexible shipping container (100), particularly for bulk material, is disclosed. The container consists of a cylindrical or cube-shaped carrying bag (2) made of a fabric of synthetic fiber or synthetic thread. On one upper side panel edge (4), the carrying sack is provided with a lid section (5), where the lid section (5) is connected to the carrying sack (2) with a zipper (7) at least around a portion of its circumference. In this manner, it is possible to open or remove entirely the lid section simply by pulling open the zipper. The interior of the carrying sack is then freely accessible for cleaning or repair work, or to insert an inner sack made of synthetic foil. After the work is finished, the lid section is reconnected to the carrying sack using the zipper and the container is ready for renewed use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Assignee: Eurea Verpackungs GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Egon Wurr
  • Patent number: 6200029
    Abstract: A heat retaining container for maintaining heated food warm for a considerable period of time and method of making same that includes an outer cover formed of a rectangular blank of sheet material having reversely folded marginal portions to define opposed end pockets, and an insulating liner formed by opposed sheets of heat reflecting material having sandwiched therebetween a layer of gas impervious cells or bubbles filled with a gaseous medium, e.g. air. The opposed ends of the liner are inserted into the opposed end pockets of the cover blank whereby the cover blank and liner are reversely folded to define overlying panel portions, one of said panel portions being slightly greater to define a flap for sealing the open end. The opposed side edges of the reversely folded blank are suitably secured together in the assembled position of the container, and a fastener is provided for securing the flap in the closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Inventor: David G. Bonta
  • Patent number: 6129126
    Abstract: Adding a decorative panel in a display position about a handbag by positioning opposite panel edges beneath front and rear fold-down flaps, the contacting surfaces of the flaps and panel edges being firmly secured to each other to an extent obviating inadvertent release of a flap during use as might result from snagging, and yet manual release is well within the strength of the user preparatory to changing a display panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2000
    Inventor: Elissa S. Restivo
  • Patent number: 6109785
    Abstract: A bulk bag has side walls and a bottom in which a liner is inserted made of a flexible plastic material. The liner has a bottom and a plurality of sides and at least one frame member extending inwardly from the sides substantially along a plane oriented substantially parallel with the bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Assignee: Grayling Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Kurt D. Ross, Randy R. Sullinger
  • Patent number: 6063418
    Abstract: A method and a container for long-term storage in a state in which harmful insects do not propagate, in a case in which grains such as unpolished rice or the like are filled and stored. An inner bag (10) made of a flexible material is accommodated in an outer bag (12) which has high-strength. After grains are filled in the inner bag, the inner bag (10) is filled with carbon dioxide gas and is closed. The grains are stored in a state in which harmful insects are exterminated. It is preferable from the standpoint of the insecticidal effect that the inner portion of the inner bag (10) is able to maintain a carbon dioxide gas concentration of 40% or more for 7 days or more. Because the inner bag has the property of a CO.sub.2 permeation amount of less than or equal to 6300 cc/m.sup.2 .multidot.24 hr 1 atm, an oxygen-deficient state can be maintained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Assignee: Fujimori Kogyo Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Teizo Sugimoto, Naoshi Itagaki, Hiroshi Kimura, Eiji Wada, Naoki Hayashi, Toshiyuki Takeda, Shiro Yamamoto
  • Patent number: 6059112
    Abstract: A sterilizable package for medical objects or the like, comprising, a first layer of material, a second layer of film on said first layer, a third layer having a preformed blister formed from film on said second layer, the layers being sealed together in a peripheral seal to form a space between the second and third layers for an object, the seal between the first layer and the second and third layers being releasable by tensile separation of the first layer from the second and third layers, and the second layer having a breakable perforation line at the space whereby the second layer can be broken at the perforation line to expose a portion of the object for direct presentation of the object from one person to another person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Oliver Products Company
    Inventors: Scott M. Dykstra, Mark S. Lastovich, Geoffrey A. Pavey
  • Patent number: 6052860
    Abstract: A novel lobby dust pan for receipt of floor sweepings including a light-weight tube having a first downwardly directed portion for carrying by a handle located thereabove; a second portion, spaced-apart from the handle, bending away from the first portion; and, a third portion bending away from the second portion and terminating at near floor level, a frame, formed by interconnecting frame sides, located opposite the third tube portion, attached to the tube and defining an opening projecting forward and above floor level; and, a non-rigid container, having an opening attached about the frame and extending rearward to incase the second and the third tube portions therein, for receipt of dust and debris swept from the floor through the frame opening where the second and the third tube portions provide interior support for the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Arcoa Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Joe Bryant Coxsey
  • Patent number: 6041929
    Abstract: A film bag laminate including an outer layer, an inner layer and an adhesive layer for attaching the outer layer to the inner layer. The adhesive layer includes a non-adhesive portion where the outer layer is not adhered to the inner layer. A printed ink layer is formed on the inside surface of the outer layer. The printed ink layer has a hidden indicia portion formed from multiple layers of ink. The hidden indicia portion includes an ink pattern layer disposed on the inner surface of the outer layer which forms at least a partially obscuring and distracting pattern that is visible from the outside of the film bag. A gray block layer of ink is formed on the ink pattern layer. A hidden indicia ink layer is disposed on top of the gray block layer. The hidden indicia layer is obscured from view from the outside of the package by the ink pattern layer and the gray block layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2000
    Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Brunner, William S. Kelly, Derrick Ayers
  • Patent number: 6015072
    Abstract: A combination collapsible backpack and lined compartment includes a backpack formed of a back section, a front section any bottom section attached to the front section and back section. The backpack further includes a pair of shoulder straps attached to the back section. The backpack may be collapsed onto the bottom section of the backpack. An upper lid is attached to the backpack, and the lid attachment attaches the bottom section of the backpack and the upper lid when the backpack is collapsed onto the bottom section of the backpack, so that the collapsed backpack is between the bottom section of the backpack and the lid. A carrying compartment has side walls and a bottom wall. A compartment attachment attaches the side walls of the carrying compartment to the bottom section of the backpack so that the bottom section of the backpack forms a top section of the carrying compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2000
    Assignee: G & A Trading Company
    Inventor: David Young
  • Patent number: 6010245
    Abstract: A bulk bag has side walls and a bottom in which a liner is inserted made of a flexible plastic material. The liner has a bottom and a plurality of sides and at least one frame member extending inwardly from the sides substantially along a plane oriented substantially parallel with the bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Assignee: Grayling Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Kurt D. Ross, Randy R. Sullinger
  • Patent number: 6003573
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a purse assembly comprising a plurality of outer bag components each having a unique color or design. An interior pouch may be removably received within any one of the associated bag components by zipping the pouch onto the interior surface of the bag component side walls. Within the interior of the pouch and attached to a side thereof are a plurality of accessory storage devices such as a pen and pencil holder, a credit card holder, a photograph holder and a phone number/address book. Accordingly, items that are typically stored in a purse are placed in the removable pouch. When changing purse styles, a user would simply unzip the pouch and reattach it to another style bag component, thus eliminating the burdensome chore of having to individually transfer the items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Inventor: JoAnn Owens
  • Patent number: 5970652
    Abstract: An insulated, flexible, canvas container which attaches to a boat when in use. The bag has several parallel, longitudinal fasteners for closing the bag thereby providing means for adjusting the size of the bag to fish of various diameters. The bag has an internal flap which provides a means for shortening the length of the bag. The bag is made from rugged, water-impervious material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 26, 1999
    Inventor: Scott C. Hohmann
  • Patent number: 5967579
    Abstract: A method and reusable device for preventing or limiting the leakage of flowable material from a damaged flexible bulk container. The device includes a central panel and a plurality of flexible aprons, brought into firm engagement with the bottom and lower side, respectively, of the damaged flexible bulk container by means of elastic members. After securing the device to the damaged flexible bulk container, the container may be handled, stored and transported, with the device minimizing and containing spillage of flowable material in and about the damaged flexible bulk container. An aperture in the central panel accommodates the flexible bulk container discharge spout, and allows the contents of the container to be discharged therethrough. Other embodiments of the invention include an aperture in one of the flexible aprons to accommodate side-discharge flexible bulk containers, and extension flaps on each flexible apron to contain leakage from the upper sides of a damaged flexible bulk container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 19, 1999
    Inventor: Jon Barry Hebert
  • Patent number: 5947288
    Abstract: A sterilizable pouch package for medical objects or the like, comprising, a first layer of material, a second layer of film on said first layer, a third layer of film on said second layer, the layers being sealed together in a peripheral seal to form a space between the second and third layers for an object, the seal between the first layer and the second and third layers being releasable by tensile separation of the first layer from the second and third layers, and the second layer having a breakable perforation line at the space whereby the second layer can be broken at the perforation line to expose a portion of the object for direct presentation of the object from one person to another person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Assignee: Oliver Products Company
    Inventors: Scott M. Dykstra, Mark S. Lastovich
  • Patent number: 5934808
    Abstract: A device and method for giving proper shape to a bag for display purposes comprising an inflatable member which is placed inside the bag and then inflated to cause the bag move outwardly to its full and expanded size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: Holiday Fair, Inc.
    Inventors: Victor Ozeri, Max Joseph Silk
  • Patent number: 5927800
    Abstract: A trash bag for theater seats includes a bag having front and rear panels connected along opposing side edges and the bottom, and a mouth formed by upper edges of the front and rear panels. A pair of cooperable fasteners are connected to the bag with first halves of the fasteners mounted on opposite ends of the mouth and second halves of the fasteners attached to a chair. Elastic strips are mounted along the upper edges of the bag to bias the bag to a closed position when removed from the fasteners on the chair.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 27, 1999
    Inventor: Marcus Stallworth
  • Patent number: 5911262
    Abstract: A new handbag for allowing a user to organize and store the contents of a purse so that the contents may be easily transferred between variously designed and colored handbags. The inventive device includes an inner handbag disposed within an outer handbag. The inner handbag includes an inner shell with front and rear storage flaps pivotally coupled thereto. The inner shell defines an inner compartment for holding items and the front and rear storage flaps have loops, pockets, and pouches for holding items such as cosmetics, credit cards, and checkbooks. The outer handbag includes an outer shell and a closure flap. The inner shell is disposed within the main compartment of the outer shell. The front storage flap is inserted through a front slot in the front panel of the outer shell. Similarly, the rear storage flap is inserted through a rear slot in the rear panel of the outer shell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1999
    Inventor: Elyse A. Steinhart
  • Patent number: 5895118
    Abstract: Disclosure directed to the combination of a beach towel convertible to a bag for transporting items to and from the beach. The combination includes a uniquely constructed, circular mat having an inflatable peripheral bladder member that facilitates set-up of the mat, and ensures a maintenance of the components thereof. The combination further includes a removably detachable towel for the mat, and a security pouch for personal items on the mat underlying the towel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1999
    Inventor: Charles D. Hensley
  • Patent number: 5894975
    Abstract: A system of selectable carriers for receiving an interchangeable liner enclosing a plurality of articles for facilitating exchange of articles from one selected carrier to another. The system provides a plurality of carriers which each have at least an opening with a first connecting member having a first character and attached near the opening thereof. The carriers selectively engage a liner that has a closed bottom and an open end with a second connecting member having a second character attached to a perimeter edge thereof, for selective mating engagement of the liner with the first connecting member in the carrier, for joining the liner to the carrier. The liner receives a plurality of articles to be carried within the carrier, and transfer of which occurs substantially simultaneously by transferring the liner and the articles therein from one carrier to another selected one of the carriers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1999
    Inventors: Nancy Holden, Pamela Hartman, Jeanne Alfaro
  • Patent number: 5882119
    Abstract: A portable liquid container includes a cap member, having an open position and a closed position. The bag member open portion is provided with loops and a split ring member is adapted to be inserted through the loops forming an assembly. Also included is a hollow inner member having a upper externally threaded portion, and a middle portion with a shelves disposed thereon to support the split ring member outer bag assembly. One shelf includes a detent position for preventing the split ring member from rotating. The hollow inner member also has a bottom portion adapted to be inserted into the top portion of the bag member and split ring assembly. The portable liquid container also includes a liner having an top open portion and a closed bottom. The bottom portion of the lineris suitable for insertion into the hollow inner member, split ring and outer bag assembly, finally conforming to the bottom portion of the outer bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 16, 1999
    Inventor: Robert E. Fadal, II
  • Patent number: 5853247
    Abstract: A container formed to contain and protect from damage one or more fluid sample bags maintained therein. The container is formed from a pair of like sections of strong semi flexible material that may be joined around three sides and are joined along at least one side, to form a pocket for receiving one or more fluid sample bags fitted therein, with the container open side or sides arranged to be closed as with opposing mat type closure stripes that are secured along the sections unconnected sides, proximate to their edges, and are pressed together. A hole or holes are provided through one or both of the sections of material for receiving a port or valve of the fluid sample bag fitted therethrough, and the container unconnected sides of the sections of material each include one of a pair of loops that align with one another and may receive a coupling device, such as a D ring fitted therethrough that may, in turn receive a lock, seal wire, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 29, 1998
    Inventor: John Bruce Shroyer