International Paper. has filed a patent for a container design that includes side panels, a front panel, a back panel, minor flaps, and major flaps. The major flaps have locking tabs that engage with each other when the container is erected. The container can be collapsed and re-erected after initial use. GlobalData’s report on International Paper gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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A container with collapsible and re-erectable features
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230286694A1) describes a container design that is capable of being collapsed and re-erected. The container consists of first and second side panels, a front panel, and a back panel. It also includes first and second minor flaps, as well as first and second major flaps. The first major flap has a first locking tab that can engage with the second major flap when the container is erected, and vice versa. The container can be collapsed and re-erected after its initial assembly.
In a more detailed claim, the patent describes the specific design of the major flaps. The first major flap has a first main section and a first end section, while the second major flap has a second main section and a second end section. When the container is fully erected, the outer angled edges of the first major flap align with the inner angled edges of the second major flap, and vice versa. This alignment ensures the stability of the container when it is assembled.
The patent also specifies the angles at which the outer angled edges of the major flaps extend. They are between 35 degrees and 55 degrees to the lateral edges of the front and back panels. Additionally, the first end section of the first major flap and the second end section of the second major flap have outer angled edges that extend at an angle between 50 degrees and 90 degrees to the lateral edges of the front and back panels.
The container design also includes minor flaps that are coupled to the side panels. The first minor flap is coupled to the first side panel, while the second minor flap is coupled to the second side panel. The second longitudinal edge of the first minor flap extends inwardly to prevent the first minor flap from engaging with the front panel, thus preventing the container from collapsing.
Overall, this patent describes a container design that allows for easy collapsing and re-erection. The specific design of the major flaps and minor flaps ensures stability and prevents accidental collapsing. The angles at which the flaps are positioned contribute to the overall functionality of the container.
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