Abstract: A fluid container pouch is provided internally with a flexible straw to allow for the convenient and hygienic consumption of the beverage, or storage and use of other fluid materials. The fluid container pouch comprises at least first and second fluid chambers having at least two flow channels for fluid communication between said first and second fluid chambers. At least one of said flow channels comprises a flexible conduit, such as a flexible drinking straw. The fluid container pouch comprises two opposing pliable sidewalls, and the sidewalls are formed of a composite material, such as a polypropylene ply having a barrier layer of aluminum foil, a metalized coating, or polyethylene vinyl alcohol, on at least one side of said polypropylene ply.

Abstract: A method and package for storing a pressurized container which is filled with a drug formulation at a predetermined pressure. The drug formulation includes a mixture of a drug and a propellant. The package which encloses the pressurized container substantially prevents ingression of water vapor and particulate matter into the package while permitting egression of the propellant which may leak from the pressurized container.

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.

Abstract: A storage bag for storage and transport of a material includes an internal layer, an external layer, and an intermediate layer. The internal layer defines an interior space for storing the material and is resistant to interaction with the material. The external layer is perforation resistant. The intermediate layer is positioned between the internal layer and the external layer. Each of the layers is configured as a bag with an opening. An inlet for loading and discharge of the material into and from the interior space is provided and the internal, intermediate, and external layer openings are coupled to the inlet to allow the entrance of material into the interior space. The internal layer includes four sheets of triple layer co-extruded polyethylene. The intermediate layer is a non-woven geotextile and the external layer is a non-woven geotextile of high density polyethylene.

Abstract: A block bottom bulk material bag, or satchel bottom bag, is formed from multiple plies of paper and an inner ply of plastic that is adhered to the innermost ply of paper. The bag is formed from roll-stock material that is cut into blanks. The knives that cut the blanks are registered relative to one another so that when the pinch bottom or satchel bottom is formed there is no paper surface exposed to the interior of the bag and the entire interior surface of the bag to which bulk material contained in the bag is exposed is covered with plastic.

Abstract: Light-protective container assembly for a light-sensitive fluid includes a translucent container defining an inner reservoir to contain the fluid, and a flexible sleeve connected to the container. The sleeve has a tubular configuration sized to substantially cover at least the reservoir of the container, and is made of a material capable of substantially preventing the transmission therethrough of an identified range of wavelengths from the electromagnetic spectrum. Preferably, the sleeve is made of a mixture of a base material and a colorant capable of substantially preventing the transmission of undesired energy through a predetermined thickness of the base. material. The sleeve is connected indirectly to the container by providing the container with at least one passageway therethrough, and by positioning the sleeve such that a first portion of the sleeve is on one side of the container, and a second portion is on an opposite side of the container.

Abstract: A fluid container pouch is provided internally with a flexible straw to allow for the convenient and hygienic consumption of the beverage, or storage and use of other fluid materials. The fluid container pouch comprises at least first and second fluid chambers having at least two flow channels for fluid communication between said first and second fluid chambers. At least one of said flow channels comprises a flexible conduit, such as a flexible drinking straw. The fluid container pouch comprises two opposing pliable sidewalls, and the sidewalls are formed of a composite material, such as a polypropylene ply having a barrier layer of aluminum foil, a metalized coating, or polyethylene vinyl alcohol, on at least one side of said polypropylene ply.

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.

Abstract: A carrying case is dimensioned to present a lightweight ultrasound device and one or more accessory products in an organized fashion, to a physician to reduce set up time for diagnostic examinations. The carrying case having a handle and at least one fastener for securing the carrying case in a closed configuration. The carry case comprising at least one instrument panel, the instrument panel having a top side edge and a bottom edge, and having a plurality of harnesses for the secure positioning of a lightweight ultrasound device, a data recording device and at least one transducer, the instrument panel being substantially inflexible, a first accessory panel being flexibly connected to the top edge of the instrument panel such that the first accessory panel may be folded over the instrument panel.

Abstract: A block bottom bulk material bag, or satchel bottom bag, is formed from multiple plies of paper and an inner ply of plastic that is adhered to the innermost ply of paper. The bag is formed from roll-stock material that is cut into blanks. The knives that cut the blanks are registered relative to one another so that when the pinch bottom or satchel bottom is formed there is no paper surface exposed to the interior of the bag and the entire interior surface of the bag to which bulk material contained in the bag is exposed is covered with plastic.

Abstract: A newly designed disposable ash container comprising: a base panel, a back panel, two side panels, a top panel and a open panel made from a blank of sheet material of which the inside of the container is of a noncombustible material for receiving and retaining hot embers and ash and the outside being conducive to advertising matter which is foldable for consumer packaging and easy storage and when opened to a usable position provides a substantial side opening in which to deposit ash from a fireplace and stove having an apron to catch falling ash and to cooperate in an air tight closing of the open panel securing ash for safe and clean disposal.

Abstract: A double-ply paper bag provided in the vicinity of its opening with a strip supporting closure means, said strip forming two substantially facing webs, with only of the two webs being fixed to the inside face of the inner ply of the bag prior to the bag being filled and closed. A method of manufacturing such a bag, and the use of said bag for packaging food for animals.

Abstract: A flexible pouch is provided that includes a first panel, a second panel, and a third panel. The first, second, and third panels are sealed together to form the pouch which includes a first and second side. Each panel is made of a laminate material that can be heat sealed or sonic welded together to form the flexible pouch. One panel further comprises a frangible piercing point designed to be pierced by a straw. The frangible piercing point is made by applying laser energy in a desired pattern to vaporize the outer polyester portion of the laminate material of the pouch. Only laminate material from the outside of the selected panel is removed using the laser to create the frangible piercing point.

Abstract: A container for a polarizable gas includes an elongate container sheet having a laminate of a sealing layer and a barrier layer, a sealed container cavity defined by the container sheet by perimetrically sealing the sealing layer upon itself so as to enclose the container cavity, and a quantity of a polarizable gas within the container cavity. A method of evacuating the polarzable gas from the container includes evacuating the passageway of a fitting attached to the container prior to puncturing the container and evacuating its contents through the fitting.

Abstract: A one-way outwardly gas and moisture vented, plural-layer bag for a product, such as a dry bulk product, in which bag a concealed valve is positioned near one side, and close to the originally open top, of the bag. Openings in the valve communicate with confronting openings in a gas and moisture impervious inner layer in the bag.

Abstract: Antistatic fabric for flexible containers for bulk material that includes electrically non-conducting threads and static dissipative, special permanent antistatic threads. The static dissipative, special permanent antistatic threads are made of a thermoplastic synthetic with an additive mixed in that increases the conductivity. The static dissipative, special permanent antistatic thread is shaped like a small band or tape with an approximately rectangular cross-section or a multifilament of very thin filaments.

Abstract: A flexible fluid containment vessel or vessels fabricated out of Segments of fabric clamped together for transporting and containing a large volume of fluid, particularly fresh water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bag packaging system composed of a bag sealable to contain a liquid, in which the bag is composed of a continuous outer water soluble film and an inner continuous protective film layer that allows storage therein of a liquid that would chemically or physically react with the water soluble film but is prevented from doing so by the presence of the continuous protective film layer on the inner portion of the bag.

Abstract: This invention provides a method of storing encoded data on an article comprising applying said data on a surface of the article, as an encodement invisible to the human eye under normal viewing conditions. The invention also provides materials for use in said method. This invention comprises an article having on a surface thereof data represented by a material applied to the article that forms a differential light pattern when illuminated which is capable of being read by a sensor capable of detecting said differential light pattern, said material being substantially invisible to the human eye under normal viewing conditions; wherein the light absorbance of at least a portion of the surface of the article underlying said data is different from the absorbance of the material comprising the data under the conditions in which the data is read.

Abstract: A flexible container is provided for the storage and administration of medical solutions. The container incorporates a transparent front sheet made from a planar layer of a polymer and an opposing rear sheet. The rear sheet is made from a planar laminate layer. The front and rear sheets are sealed together along a common peripheral edge to form a volume enclosure. The volume enclosure is constructed of materials having high oxygen and moisture barrier properties which allows the container thermoplastic to be stored for extended periods of time without degrading the contents. The volume enclosure is then inflated with a pressurized gas to permanently stretch the front and rear sheets outwardly and to thereby increase the volume capacity of the container. An alternative embodiment of the container incorporates multiple compartments, separated by peelable seals, for containing a diluent and a medicament.

Abstract: A container for retaining bulk materials for storage and/or transport. The container includes improvements over existing collapsible containers designed for the same purpose. The container of the present invention includes an impervious liner for receiving and retaining within the container bulk materials for which contact with reactive fluids is undesirable. Such bulk materials include, but are not limited to, spent catalysts. The impervious liner is preferably made of a material such as a polypropylene/nylon/polypropylene blend. An additional feature of the present invention is a weather-blocking cover that is adapted to be connected to the walls of a bulk container that may or may not be collapsible. The weather-blocking cover is adapted to seal off upper surfaces and edges of the container so that the container may be stored externally for extended periods without fear that precipitation will seep into the interior of the container.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a packaging container formed of a packaging material comprised of a textile layer of woven polyester fabric and a thermoplastic layer of polyolefin.

Abstract: A package containing an organic solvent or solution and a carrier or applicator sheet is produced from a laminated sheet material having a polypropylene surface layer that is resistant to chemical interaction with the solvent or solution. The package is formed by heat sealing the edges together and providing a resealable closure member along the top end. In one embodiment, the bottom wall is attached to the respective side wall along a seal line extending diagonally from the side edge of the side wall to the bottom edge of the side wall. The carrier sheets and solvent/solution are suitable for cleaning hard surfaces prior to applying a paint or other surface coating or for providing a “highlighting” liquid that helps detect surface finish defects and/or a temporary protective coating to prevent adhesion of weld splatter.

Abstract: A film includes a core layer having an amorphous polyamide; two intermediate layers, disposed on opposite surfaces of the core layer, including a semicrystalline polyamide; two adhesive layers, each disposed on a surface of the respective intermediate layer, including a polymeric adhesive; and two outer layers, each disposed on a surface of a respective adhesive layer, including an ethylene/alpha olefin copolymer, propylene homopolymer, or propylene/alpha olefin copolymer; and a second outer layer, disposed on a surface of a respective adhesive layer, including amorphous polyamide, semicrystalline polyamide, ethylene/alpha olefin copolymer, propylene homopolymer, or propylene/alpha olefin copolymer. The film can alternatively have a core layer including a polymeric adhesive, and two intermediate layers each having an amorphous polyamide. A method of packaging a product using these films, and a package, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A pouch-like container with faces made of materials having different consistencies and/or characteristics, particularly for solid, granular or fluid products. Conveniently, one of the two faces is produced from a scarcely flexible sheet, while the other face is produced from a much lighter and preferably transparent sheet in order to show the contained product. The low-flexibility face has ribs to preset a deformability and set the final shape that the container will assume. The container is manufactured by coupling, along longitudinal lines (lateral borders) and transverse lines, two sheets which are unwound continuously from two rolls. The tougher sheet is pre-ribbed along lines which force a controlled deformation, forming the container when it is filled with the product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bag packaging system composed of a bag sealable to contain a liquid, in which the bag is composed of a continuous outer water soluble film and an inner continuous protective film layer that allows storage therein of a liquid that would chemically or physically react with the water soluble film but is prevented from doing so by the presence of the continuous protective film layer on the inner portion of the bag.

Abstract: A paper bag is provided with a closure flap (14) such that a portion thereof protrudes from the opening edge (11a) of a paper bag body (11), that is opened to allow the removal of its content. The surface of the portion of the closure flap (14) that protrudes from the opening edge (11a) of the paper bag body (11) is coated with a non-water-soluble hot-melt adhesive (17). An underlining paper piece (20) is previously affixed, with a water-soluble adhesive (21), to the wall surface area where the closure flap (14) overlaps when it seals the opening of the paper bag by reactivating the hot-melt adhesive (17) on the surface of the closure flap (14), thus making it possible to peel this underlining paper piece (20) off from the wall surface (11c) of the paper bag body (11) together with a split part of the closure flap (14). This configuration makes it easy to remove all pieces of the paper bag to which the non-water-soluble adhesive is adhered before recycling process.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sack from a flexible material, such as paper and/or plastic material, which sack is provided with a longitudinal closing seam and/or a transverse closing seam, which connects to each other layers of material that lie on each other. According to the invention the closing seam is formed by attaching to each other the layers of material that lie on each other by plastic deformation of a part of said layers, without adding an adhesive such as glue and without adding heating energy. The invention also relates to a method for forming such a sack.

Abstract: A film includes a core layer including a polymer such as nylon 6, nylon 66, nylon 6,66, and/or polyamide elastomer; first and second intermediate layers including polymeric adhesive; a first outer layer including ethylene/alpha olefin copolymer having a density of less than 0.940 grams/cubic centimeter; and a second outer layer including heat sealable polymer such as (1) ethylene/alpha olefin copolymer having a density less than 0.921 grams/cubic centimeter, (2) ethylene/vinyl acetate copolymer, (3) ethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymer, (4) ethylene/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer, and/or (5) ionomer. The film has good resistance to tear, and good resistance to impact, making it useful for packaging coins and other objects. A bag made from the film, and an article such as a sealed bag filled with coins or other objects, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A two-ply laminate is provided for production of flexible containers such as stand-up or gusseted pouches for beverages. The laminate is made from an outer web and an inner web. The outer web provides printability, stiffness and thermal resistance. The inner web is made of three layers. The outer layer maybe metallized with aluminum to provide resistance to moisture migration. The middle layer provides barrier qualities for retardation of the migration of slipping agent on an inner or sealing layer. The inner layer provides a sealing quality and a low coefficient of friction to allow the laminate to slide over manufacturing machines.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to oriented high molecular weight, high density polyethylene (HMW HDPE) films having enhanced water vapor transmission properties, as well as, superior toughness properties, and articles made therefrom. The present invention is also directed to a method of making machine direction oriented HMW HDPE films having enhanced water vapor transmission properties and superior toughness properties, and articles made therefrom. The present invention is further directed to articles, particularly bags, made from machine direction oriented HMW HDPE films having enhanced water vapor transmission properties and superior toughness properties.

Abstract: A waterproof case which seals out sea water and opens upon the application of pressure on two opposite points. The case has a flattened wallet shape and is made from a single piece of synthetic material. The case has two opening edges with at least one opening edge having a compressible strip. The case is absolutely waterproof in a static state until pressure is applied to the edges of the case which forces the opening edges to separate from one another. The case is useful for protecting various objects, such as coins, bank notes, keys, identity papers again water, perspiration, sand, dust and similar objects.

Abstract: A storage bag for storage and transport of a material includes an internal layer, an external layer, and an intermediate layer. The internal layer defines an interior space for storing the material and is resistant to interaction with the material. The external layer is perforation resistant. The intermediate layer is positioned between the internal layer and the external layer. Each of the layers is configured as a bag with an opening. An inlet for loading and discharge of the material into and from the interior space is provided and the internal, intermediate, and external layer openings are coupled to the inlet to allow the entrance of material into the interior space. The internal layer includes four sheets of triple layer co-extruded polyethylene. The intermediate layer is a non-woven geotextile and the external layer is a non-woven geotextile of high density polyethylene.

Abstract: The invention relates to a soft-sided carrying case and a method of manufacture thereof. The carrying case is made from moisture-impermeable, flexible, stretchable material, particularly adapted for outdoor use. A main body of the bag is secured by dielectric welding with a pair of drop-shaped end panels to form the carrying case. The main body, being cut on a bias, allows stretching of narrow ends of the main body to substantially conform to the drop-shaped end panels and form a wrinkle-free attachment.

Abstract: An article, such as a bag, pouch, or casing, is made from a multilayer film which has: (a) a first layer, which is an outer film layer, comprising a polyamide having a melting point of from about 250° F. to 400° F., the first layer having a thickness of less than about 18 percent, based on a total thickness of the multilayer film; (b) a second layer comprising at least one member selected from the group consisting of polyamide 6, polyamide 9, polyamide 10, polyamide 11, polyamide 12, polyamide 66, polyamide 610, polyamide 612, polyamide 6I, polyamide 6T, polyamide 69, and copolymers thereof, the second layer having a thickness of from about 3 to 30 percent of the total thickness of the multilayer film; and (c) a third layer which serves as an O2-barrier layer and comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of ethylene/vinyl alcohol copolymer, and polyvinylidene chloride. The first layer of the film is sealed to itself.

Abstract: A tool storage bag is provided for storing tools and accessories at a work site. The tool storage bag has straps that allow for even distribution of the load during transit. The bag also includes a wear-resistant pocket design and a reinforced bottom construction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bag packaging system composed of a bag sealable to contain a liquid, in which the bag is composed of a continuous outer water soluble film and an inner continuous protective film layer that allows storage therein of a liquid that would chemically or physically react with the water soluble film but is prevented from doing so by the presence of the continuous protective film layer on the inner portion of the bag.

Abstract: A woven polypropylene fabric flexible intermediate bulk container (“bulk bag”) is formed with a polypropylene lining bonded directly to the material of the fabric, thereby eliminating any possibility of displacement of the lining relative to the bulk bag. An improved discharge chute having an exterior woven polypropylene fabric tube and an interior polypropylene fabric film liver tube may be used in the bulk bag. In a second embodiment, a polypropylene woven fabric tube is positioned around a polypropylene film tube. The tubes are heat sealed circumferentially to each other to form a tubular blank.

Abstract: A snowmobile trunk bag which exhibits better wear resistance in those areas which are subject to being bombarded with snow, ice and debris during operation of the snowmobile includes a plurality of fabric panels defining an enclosed storage space and exterior surfaces of the bag, a position retainer secured to one of the panels to allow the snowmobile trunk bag to be properly positioned and retained when the bag is secured to a snowmobile, and a plurality of waterproof overlays. Each of the waterproof overlays is secured to a selected exterior surface of the snowmobile trunk bag to provide reinforcement against wear and resistance to moisture penetration at the selected exterior surfaces.

Abstract: A sterilizable flexible pouch package includes a non-woven barrier web, a perforated plastic intermediate web, and an imperforate plastic upper web. Line heat seals bonding the webs from a cavity into which a sterilizing fluid may enter after passing through the barrier and intermediate webs. The line heat seal bonding the upper and intermediate webs is of the delamination failure type. An access opening is provided for insertion of an object to be sterilized into the cavity after which the access opening is sealed, enclosing the object in the cavity. After sterilizing, the package is opened by peeling apart the upper web from the intermediate web which causes a delamination failure of the line heat seal. Preferred materials enable steam sterilization at temperature of 270° F.

Abstract: A tubular first member receives a compressible article and, a flat circular member is zip-locked to the first member to create a waterproof, gas-impermeable protective satchel for the article. A one-way valve secured to one of the first and second members allows the compressible article and the satchel containing it to be squeezed to drive out any excess air stored within the article allowing it to be stored at a volume which is as much as 50% reduced from its normal volume.

Abstract: A storage system for objects includes a reclosable bag. A hole is provided in the bag, with a hole reinforcing structure, such as a grommet, provided to reinforce the hole. A fastener is attached to the bag via the grommet. A securing device is provided that is attachable to a structure such as a boat support member, a tree branch, or the like, and the bag can be selectively attached to and removed from the structure directly or via the securing device.

Abstract: A multiwall bag with an easy open and recloseable feature is disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a pinch bottom open mouth (PBOM) bag comprises a pinch closure at one end and a card tab for opening and reclosing the bag at an opposite open mouth end. The card includes a front wall and back wall with a three-ply label affixed to the back wall of the card and a tab which can be manipulated by a user for prying open the bag. The card is attached to a notch disposed horizontally along an inner ply of the bag. The notch is disposed parallel to the open end on an inner ply of the outer tube of the bag to make tearing away easier for a user of the bag. Additionally, gussets may be formed on the vertical sidewalls of the bag or on the bottom wall of the bag to make manufacture of the bag and filling of commodities easier.

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.

Abstract: A large drum for containing high dispersion, high air content solids for repeated filling and emptying by means of vacuum filling plants and a method for filling them. The drums consist of at least two layers, an inner layer consisting of uncoated air-permeable fabric and an outer layer being coated so as to be dust tight and provide a moisture barrier. These layers being connected to one another by means of a special seam, so that it is possible for the drum to be deaerated solely through this seam. The seam includes an air-permeable dust-retaining filter strip material disposed between the drum layers.

Abstract: A bag for wrapping food items is formed of a composite material including at least one first layer of cellulose-containing material having a specific weight of from 15 to 40 g/m2 and a second layer having a thickness of from 6 to 20 &mgr;m. The composite material has perforations therein. A ratio of the total area occupied by the perforations to a total surface area of the composite material is from 1/150 to 1/250. The second layer may be formed of polyethylene and may be temperature resistant to an elevated temperature. The composite material may be formed of at least one sheet having edges joined along a seam. The bag may have a window therein formed of transparent or translucent material.

Abstract: A woven polypropylene fabric flexible intermediate bulk container (“bulk bag”) is formed with a polypropylene lining bonded directly to the material of the fabric, thereby eliminating any possibility of displacement of the lining relative to the bulk bag. An improved discharge chute having an exterior woven polypropylene fabric tube and an interior polypropylene fabric film liner tube may be used in the bulk bag. In a second embodiment, a polypropylene woven fabric tube is positioned around a polypropylene film tube. The tubes are heat sealed circumferentially to each other to form a tubular blank.

Abstract: A waterproof bag having three layers, namely inner and outer layers made of a rather durable non-waterproof fabric, and an intermediate layer that is positioned between the inner and outer layers so as to be protected from sharp objects and the like. The bag has an upper circumferencial edge defining a bag opening, and the upper edges of the three bag layers are sewn together. There is a moderately stiff closure belt or strap at the upper portion of the bag. When the bag is to be closed in its waterproof containing position, the belt or strap and the upper portion of the bag is folded over several times, and the outer ends of the belt are brought together to form a loop. This provides a substantially waterproof container. The container is also shown as a containing section of a backpack.

Abstract: A bag for the cleaning and containment of soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises a fastening system that, when fastened provides a vapor impermeable container and an interior surface releasably impregnated with an effective amount of a gelled liquid dry-cleaning composition.

Abstract: A method and package for storing a pressurized container which is filled with a drug formulation at a predetermined pressure. The drug formulation includes a mixture of a drug and a propellant. The package which encloses the pressurized container substantially prevents ingression of water vapor and particulate matter into the package while permitting egression of the propellant which may leak from the pressurized container.