End constructions for containers
AssigneeBall Corporation
InventorHoward Curtis Chasteen
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AssigneeBall Corporation
InventorHoward Curtis Chasteen
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A container (e.g., drawn and ironed) with modified end constructions is disclosed. In one embodiment, the end piece which is seamed onto the sidewall of the container body includes a push-down tab for opening the container. This tab includes at least one engagement section which is offset in relation to the center of the push-down tab and which is for interfacing with the consumer's finger (e.g., thumb) in a manner which facilitates a more effective opening of the push-down tab. The engagement section curves upwardly progressing toward the perimeter of the tab and therefore may be characterized as a generally ramped surface. In one embodiment, two such engagement sections are utilized and ramp upwardly in generally opposite directions. The integral end of the container body also includes a multi-stage center panel or dome for allowing stacking of filled containers.
An endpiece separately attachable to a container body, said endpiece comprising a first surface which interfaces with an interior of said container body when said endpiece is attached to said container body and a second surface opposite said first surface and thereby defining an exterior surface of said endpiece, said second surface of said endpiece comprising:
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