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US 4,691,824 AGranted
Wrap-around packaging
OwnerEdgar C. Schindlerinventor
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Abstract
A packaging apparatus is provided that snugly wraps around a product. The apparatus includes a plurality of cupping members each having an inwardly directed surface with portions shaped and curved to form-fit against the outer surface of the product. The cupping members are connected together in series and cooperatively encircle the product, with the first member being connected to the last by snaps.
Claims11
An apparatus for packaging an item, comprising:
- a plurality of at least four cupping members each having an inwardly directed recess shaped to substantially form-fit against a portion of the item's outer surface, said members being connected together in juxtapositional series in a manner so that they cooperatively circumscribe said item;
- and
- snap fastening means for releasably connecting a first member of said series to a last member of said series, to hold said item between said members.
An apparatus for packaging a sports ball or the like, comprising:
- a plurality of at least four cupping members each having an inwardly directed recess curved to fit against a portion of said ball's outer surface, said members being connected together in juxtapositional series in a manner so that they cooperatively circumscribe said ball wherein each cupping member is connected to an adjacent cupping member by a flexible material, said material having a crimped portion extending transversely between said adjacent members;
- and
- snap fastening means for releasably connecting a first member of said series to a last member of said series, to hold said ball between said members.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.