CA2548552A1 - Enclosure assembly and method - Google Patents
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D85/00—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials
- B65D85/18—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for wearing apparel, headwear or footwear
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D5/00—Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper
- B65D5/18—Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper by folding a single blank to U-shape to form the base of the container and opposite sides of the body portion, the remaining sides being formed primarily by extensions of one or more of these opposite sides, e.g. flaps hinged thereto
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D5/00—Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper
- B65D5/42—Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks
- B65D5/4204—Inspection openings or windows
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
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Abstract
A method and apparatus for the storage of goods within a cavity is disclosed. The unique shape and appearance of the enclosure not only allows the enclosure to protect the goods contained therein, but also is quickly and easily identifiable and allows the enclosure to function as an indicator of the source and quality of the goods contained therein. The enclosure is preferably formed from a single piece of material (preferably cardboard or the like) and is folded to form a base, left and right sides, left and right arms, and an upper region.
The enclosure may also include one or more apertures that allow potential consumers to view and/or touch the goods contained within the cavity.
The enclosure may also include one or more apertures that allow potential consumers to view and/or touch the goods contained within the cavity.
Description
ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD
CAOSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[000I] This application claims the benefiL- of U.S.
provisional Application Serial No. 60/671õ800f filed April 15, 2005.
TECHNICAL FIELD
CAOSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[000I] This application claims the benefiL- of U.S.
provisional Application Serial No. 60/671õ800f filed April 15, 2005.
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] The present invention relates to packing enclosures for goods and more particularly, relates to packing enclosures for goods resembling a Ghirt_ BACKGROUND INFORMATION
[0003) Packaging eiiclosuzes typically serve several important f,uiicCions. k'or example, just a few of the many functions that packaging enclosures typically serve i,nclude protecting the goods stored within, arranging the pzoducts tor convenient display, and prevenLing theft. One of the most important functions that packaging enclosures serve, however., includes brand marketing and brand/product recognition.
[0004I Distinctive packaging enclosures =allow a potential consumer to quickly and easily identify t:he goods of a specific ritanufacturer from those of compoting companies. The packaging -i-enclosure also can serve as a unique wav of presenting a gift to someone.
[0005] It is important to note that the present invention is not intended to be limited to a system or method which must satisfy one or more of any stated objects or features of the invention. It is also important to riotp that the present invenl-i.on is not limited to the preferred, exemplary, or primary embodiment(s) described herein. Modifications and substitutions by one of ordinary skill in the art are considered to be within the scope of the present invention, which is not to be limited except by the following claims.
SUMMAKX
[0006] According to one embodiment, the present invention features dn enclosure assembly for the storage of an object..
The enclosure assembly includes a body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially coiitain ttie object. The body also includes a front and a rear surface, an upper and a base surface, a first and a second side section, and a first and a second arm section. The body is preferably the body is formed from a single, unitary piece such as cardboard, paper, plastic, or the like. The first and second arm sections are disposed about the first and second side sections, respectively, and _ 2 _ exte-Yd generally outwardlv along the transverse axi:3 of the body from the upper sectiorl and generally towards the base section.
[0007] The front and rear surfaces are disposed along the longit-udi nal axis of the body and optional ly include oiie or more apertures. The upper and base surfaces are each disposed genexally perpendicular to the front and rear surfaces atxd about gencrally opposite ends of the longitudinal axis of the bodv.
The upper surface is preferably generally concaved towards the base surface and optionally includes a plurality of fingers.
The base surface is preferably substantially p]anar.
[0008] The first and second side sections are disposed along generally opposites ends of the transverse axis of the body and are gencrally parallel to each othex'. The first and second side sections are also each dispose-d generally perpendicular to the front, the rear, the upper and the base surfaces and optionally have a generally trapezoidal shape.
[0009] Accot-ding to another embodiment, the present invention features an enclosure having a bodv defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially contain an object. The body features a front section, a rear section adapted to be disposed substantially parallel to the front section and having substantially an identical shape as the front section, at least one side secL=ion disposed generally perpendicular to the fr_ont and the rear sections about a perimeter of the front and the ~
~ 3 rear sections, and a first and d second arrn section extendi.ng generally outwardly from an upper region of the frotLt arid the rear sections ann generally towards a lower region of the front and the rear sections. In the preferred embodiment, the front section, the rear section, the at least one side section, and the first and the second arm sections are formed from a sirigle, unitary piece.
[0010.] Optionally, one or more apertures forming a passageway to the cavity are disposed in at least one of the front and rear sections. Ad.ditiorially, the first and the second arm sectiorts may also include apertures forming a passageway to the cavity.
The upper surface is preferably generally conc:aved towards the base surface.
[0011] According to yet anot.hex embodiment, the present irivention features a method of forming an enclosure resembling a tee shirt. The method comprises the acts of stamping a body from a single, generallv planar pieco of material, forming a base from the body, forming an upper region inclliding folding at least one finger from the first and/or the second end regioris, securing the sides to aii adjacent portion of the central region, and securing the finger to an adjacent portion of either upper regions. The bodv preferably features a longitudinal and a transverse axis and includes a first and a second end region disposed about substarilially opposite ends of a central region _ _ 4 aiong the longitudinat axis. The first and the second region eac:h include a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly from the first and the second regions along the transverse axis and generally towards the central region.
[0012] The act of forming the base from the body includes folding a first and a second parallel, transverse lirie about middle section of the central region of the bociy. The first and the second transverse lines are genexally parallel and spaced apart from each other such that the end regions and thp arm sections are disposed substantially opposite and parallel to each other. The act of forming the sides includes folding a first and a second longitudinal line about a left and a right side edge of the central region, respectively. The longitudinal lines are generally parallel to each other.
[0013] In the preferred embodiment, slots are formed in the side regions and in the finger and tabs are also formed in the central region and the end regions. The Lab are sized and shaped to he secur.ed to the slots in the side regions and the finger.
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[0014] These and other features and advantages of the present invention will be better understood by reading the following detailed description, taken Logether with the drawings wherein:
[0015] FIG. 1 is a plan view of one embodiment of an assembled enclosure according to the present invention;
[0016] FIG. 2 is a plan view of one embodiment of an unassembled enclosure according to the present invention;
[0017] FIG. 3 is a f],ow chart of one embodiment of the method of assembling the enclosure according to the present invention;
[0018] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of one embodiment of a partially assembled enclosure according to i:he present inverition;
[0029] FIG. 5 is another perspective view of one embodiment of a parti.aily assembled onclosure accordinq to the present invention;
[0020] FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the partially assembled enclosure shown in FIG. 5 according to the present invention; and [0021] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of another embodimc:nt of an assernbled enclosure according to the present invention.
DETAILED llESCRIPT.ION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
[0022] According to one embodiment, the present invention features a method and apparatus for forming a three-dimensional enclosure 10, F1G. 1, generally resembling a shirt. The enclosure 10 includes a body 14 having a generally rectangular shape, and a first and a second arm region 16, 18 extending qenerallv outwardly from a top region 20 of the body 14 and towards a base region 22, The top regiori 20 preferably has a generally concaved outer perimeter 24. The eiiclosure 10 forms a cavity 11 that is preferably used to store one or more articles, goods, or the like as will be explained hereinbelow. The overall shape and appearance of the cnclosure 10 creates a unique and identifiable impression and aids in mar.keting_ [0023] Referring specifically to FIG. 2, one embodiment of an unassembled enclosure 10 is shown. The enclosure 10 is preferably coustructed from cardboard, paper, or the like and is intended to be formed or created trom a generally planar material. T1=le enclosure 10 preferably includes a body region 14, a first and a second arm region 16, 18, a top region 20 and a base region 22 as will be explained in greater detail hexeinbelow.
[00241 To begin, the unassembled enclosure 10 is cut, stamped, or otherwise created from a generally planar material, act 310, FIG. 3. The act of st,amping the enclosure 10 includes cutting the perimeter P of the enclosure 10, forming any openings 30, and optionally forming one or more fold lines A-K.
Those skilled in the art will readily understand that the dimensions of the enclosure 10 are dependent upon the specific intended application (e.g., overall, size ot the enclosure 10 as , _ 7 well as the size of the cavity I1), and are therefore withih the knowlcdgc; of one of ordinary skill in the art.
100251 Once the enclosure 10 has been stamped and the perimeter P has been formed, the enclosure 10 is preterably folded along the dotted lines A and B at approximately 90-degree ang]es, act 320. Orice folded, the dotted lines A and B form the bottom wall or surface 32 of the encl.osure 10.
[0026] Next, the enclosure 10 is preferably folded at approximately 90-degree along lines C and D to form the left and right sidewalls 34, act 330. While the sidewalls 34 are shown extending outwardly from the front region 36 of the body region 14 (see FIG. 4), the sidewails 34 may alternatively extend outwa,cd)y from the back region 40 of the body region 14.=
[0027] Optionally, the sidewalls 34 are also folded at approximately a 90-degree angle along lines E and F to form flaps 43, act 340. Flaps 43 are preferably secured to the opposi'Le face of the body region 14 ( i. e., the back face as shown in FIG 2), act 350. Optionally, the flaps 43 include one or more openings 42 sized and shaped to accept one or more tabs 46 created by foldirig the body region 14 along lines G and H. are approximately 90-degree angles. When the tabs 46 are inserted within the openings 42, the sidewalls 34 are secured, (0028) While the' sidewalls 34, FIG. 5, are shown extending from base 32 gencrall.y upwards towards the top region 20, other din-ensions anci locat.ions are also possible. F''or exampl e, the sidewaJ.ls 34 may be disposed only within the middle of the body region 14. Alternatively, the sidewalls 34 may inc].ude two or more regions 34a and 34b as shown in FTG. 6. Any modifications necessary are consi_dered to be wzthin the knowledge of one of ordinary skill in the art.
[0029] In the prPferred embodiment, the arms 16, 18 and the sidewalls 34 include one or more openings or apertures 50 (best seen in FIG. 1). These opening3/apertures 50 function to allow a user to see at least a portion of the contents storcd within the cavity 11 formed by the enclosure 10. Alternat-ively, the sidewalls 34 and the arms 16, 18 of the enc7osure 10 may be substantially solid.
[0030] The top region 20, r'IG_ 1, includes a top surface 55 which is formed by folding the enclosure 10 along the fold line 7, FIG. 2, approximately 90-degrees, act 360. I'or illustrative purposes only, the enclosure 10 is shown having tive fingers 571-57 . Those skilled in Lhe art will recognize that the enclosure may include more or fewer.. It is also important to note that while the fingers 57 are shown extending outwardly from the front face 38 of the top surface 20, the fingers 57 may alternatively extend outwardly from the back surface 40 of the top surface 20.
[0031] While the enclosure 10 may have a substantially planar top surface 55, the top surface 55 of the enclosure 10 preferably has a concaved shape. When the top surface 55 has a concave shape, it is necessary to include at least two finqers 57 in order to form the concave shape.
[0032] The fingers 57 are secured to opposite side of the top surface 20, act 370. In the preferred embodiment, the fingers 57 are optionally folded alonq fold ]ines J at approximately 90-degrees to cxeate flaps 59. The flaps 59 are then preferably secured to the opposite side of the top surface 20. Optionally, the flaps 59 .incJ tid.e one or more apertures, openings, or slots 60. These slots 60 engage tabs 62 disposed on the opposite side of the top surf.ace. 20.
[0033] The enclosure 10, FIG. 7, may optionally include one or more apertures 30 disposed on front and/or the back surfaces 38, 40 of the body region 14. The apertures 30 allow a potential consumer, to view and/or touch the contents stored wi.thin the cavitv 11 similar to the apertures 50 discussed above. Additionally, the enclosure 10 may include one or more hanging tabs 66 secured.to the top region 20. The hanging tabs 66 facilitate displaying the enclosure 10 on a common display rack or the like.
[0034] It is important to note that while the enclosure 1.0 has been described having tabs, slots, and the like to secure - 10 ~
the various sides of tht: enclosurc: 10, the sidcs of the enclosure 10 may alternatively be secured using ari adhesive, staples, or the like as is well known.
10035] As mentioned above, the present invention is not intended to be limited to a system or method which must satisfy one or tnore of any stated or implied object or feature of the invention and should not be limited to the preferred, exemplary, or primary embodiment(s) described herein. The foregoing description of a preferred embodinment of the invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. Tt is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Obvious modifications or variations are possible in light of the above teachings. The embodiment was chosen and described to provide the best illustration of the principles of the invention and its practical application to thereby enable one of ordinary skill in the art to utilize the invention in various embodiments and with various modifications as is suited to the particular use contemplated. All such niodifications and variations are within the scope of the invention as determined by the claims when interpreted in accordance with breadth to which they are fairly, legally and equitably entitled.
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[0004I Distinctive packaging enclosures =allow a potential consumer to quickly and easily identify t:he goods of a specific ritanufacturer from those of compoting companies. The packaging -i-enclosure also can serve as a unique wav of presenting a gift to someone.
[0005] It is important to note that the present invention is not intended to be limited to a system or method which must satisfy one or more of any stated objects or features of the invention. It is also important to riotp that the present invenl-i.on is not limited to the preferred, exemplary, or primary embodiment(s) described herein. Modifications and substitutions by one of ordinary skill in the art are considered to be within the scope of the present invention, which is not to be limited except by the following claims.
SUMMAKX
[0006] According to one embodiment, the present invention features dn enclosure assembly for the storage of an object..
The enclosure assembly includes a body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially coiitain ttie object. The body also includes a front and a rear surface, an upper and a base surface, a first and a second side section, and a first and a second arm section. The body is preferably the body is formed from a single, unitary piece such as cardboard, paper, plastic, or the like. The first and second arm sections are disposed about the first and second side sections, respectively, and _ 2 _ exte-Yd generally outwardlv along the transverse axi:3 of the body from the upper sectiorl and generally towards the base section.
[0007] The front and rear surfaces are disposed along the longit-udi nal axis of the body and optional ly include oiie or more apertures. The upper and base surfaces are each disposed genexally perpendicular to the front and rear surfaces atxd about gencrally opposite ends of the longitudinal axis of the bodv.
The upper surface is preferably generally concaved towards the base surface and optionally includes a plurality of fingers.
The base surface is preferably substantially p]anar.
[0008] The first and second side sections are disposed along generally opposites ends of the transverse axis of the body and are gencrally parallel to each othex'. The first and second side sections are also each dispose-d generally perpendicular to the front, the rear, the upper and the base surfaces and optionally have a generally trapezoidal shape.
[0009] Accot-ding to another embodiment, the present invention features an enclosure having a bodv defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially contain an object. The body features a front section, a rear section adapted to be disposed substantially parallel to the front section and having substantially an identical shape as the front section, at least one side secL=ion disposed generally perpendicular to the fr_ont and the rear sections about a perimeter of the front and the ~
~ 3 rear sections, and a first and d second arrn section extendi.ng generally outwardly from an upper region of the frotLt arid the rear sections ann generally towards a lower region of the front and the rear sections. In the preferred embodiment, the front section, the rear section, the at least one side section, and the first and the second arm sections are formed from a sirigle, unitary piece.
[0010.] Optionally, one or more apertures forming a passageway to the cavity are disposed in at least one of the front and rear sections. Ad.ditiorially, the first and the second arm sectiorts may also include apertures forming a passageway to the cavity.
The upper surface is preferably generally conc:aved towards the base surface.
[0011] According to yet anot.hex embodiment, the present irivention features a method of forming an enclosure resembling a tee shirt. The method comprises the acts of stamping a body from a single, generallv planar pieco of material, forming a base from the body, forming an upper region inclliding folding at least one finger from the first and/or the second end regioris, securing the sides to aii adjacent portion of the central region, and securing the finger to an adjacent portion of either upper regions. The bodv preferably features a longitudinal and a transverse axis and includes a first and a second end region disposed about substarilially opposite ends of a central region _ _ 4 aiong the longitudinat axis. The first and the second region eac:h include a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly from the first and the second regions along the transverse axis and generally towards the central region.
[0012] The act of forming the base from the body includes folding a first and a second parallel, transverse lirie about middle section of the central region of the bociy. The first and the second transverse lines are genexally parallel and spaced apart from each other such that the end regions and thp arm sections are disposed substantially opposite and parallel to each other. The act of forming the sides includes folding a first and a second longitudinal line about a left and a right side edge of the central region, respectively. The longitudinal lines are generally parallel to each other.
[0013] In the preferred embodiment, slots are formed in the side regions and in the finger and tabs are also formed in the central region and the end regions. The Lab are sized and shaped to he secur.ed to the slots in the side regions and the finger.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0014] These and other features and advantages of the present invention will be better understood by reading the following detailed description, taken Logether with the drawings wherein:
[0015] FIG. 1 is a plan view of one embodiment of an assembled enclosure according to the present invention;
[0016] FIG. 2 is a plan view of one embodiment of an unassembled enclosure according to the present invention;
[0017] FIG. 3 is a f],ow chart of one embodiment of the method of assembling the enclosure according to the present invention;
[0018] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of one embodiment of a partially assembled enclosure according to i:he present inverition;
[0029] FIG. 5 is another perspective view of one embodiment of a parti.aily assembled onclosure accordinq to the present invention;
[0020] FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the partially assembled enclosure shown in FIG. 5 according to the present invention; and [0021] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of another embodimc:nt of an assernbled enclosure according to the present invention.
DETAILED llESCRIPT.ION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
[0022] According to one embodiment, the present invention features a method and apparatus for forming a three-dimensional enclosure 10, F1G. 1, generally resembling a shirt. The enclosure 10 includes a body 14 having a generally rectangular shape, and a first and a second arm region 16, 18 extending qenerallv outwardly from a top region 20 of the body 14 and towards a base region 22, The top regiori 20 preferably has a generally concaved outer perimeter 24. The eiiclosure 10 forms a cavity 11 that is preferably used to store one or more articles, goods, or the like as will be explained hereinbelow. The overall shape and appearance of the cnclosure 10 creates a unique and identifiable impression and aids in mar.keting_ [0023] Referring specifically to FIG. 2, one embodiment of an unassembled enclosure 10 is shown. The enclosure 10 is preferably coustructed from cardboard, paper, or the like and is intended to be formed or created trom a generally planar material. T1=le enclosure 10 preferably includes a body region 14, a first and a second arm region 16, 18, a top region 20 and a base region 22 as will be explained in greater detail hexeinbelow.
[00241 To begin, the unassembled enclosure 10 is cut, stamped, or otherwise created from a generally planar material, act 310, FIG. 3. The act of st,amping the enclosure 10 includes cutting the perimeter P of the enclosure 10, forming any openings 30, and optionally forming one or more fold lines A-K.
Those skilled in the art will readily understand that the dimensions of the enclosure 10 are dependent upon the specific intended application (e.g., overall, size ot the enclosure 10 as , _ 7 well as the size of the cavity I1), and are therefore withih the knowlcdgc; of one of ordinary skill in the art.
100251 Once the enclosure 10 has been stamped and the perimeter P has been formed, the enclosure 10 is preterably folded along the dotted lines A and B at approximately 90-degree ang]es, act 320. Orice folded, the dotted lines A and B form the bottom wall or surface 32 of the encl.osure 10.
[0026] Next, the enclosure 10 is preferably folded at approximately 90-degree along lines C and D to form the left and right sidewalls 34, act 330. While the sidewalls 34 are shown extending outwardly from the front region 36 of the body region 14 (see FIG. 4), the sidewails 34 may alternatively extend outwa,cd)y from the back region 40 of the body region 14.=
[0027] Optionally, the sidewalls 34 are also folded at approximately a 90-degree angle along lines E and F to form flaps 43, act 340. Flaps 43 are preferably secured to the opposi'Le face of the body region 14 ( i. e., the back face as shown in FIG 2), act 350. Optionally, the flaps 43 include one or more openings 42 sized and shaped to accept one or more tabs 46 created by foldirig the body region 14 along lines G and H. are approximately 90-degree angles. When the tabs 46 are inserted within the openings 42, the sidewalls 34 are secured, (0028) While the' sidewalls 34, FIG. 5, are shown extending from base 32 gencrall.y upwards towards the top region 20, other din-ensions anci locat.ions are also possible. F''or exampl e, the sidewaJ.ls 34 may be disposed only within the middle of the body region 14. Alternatively, the sidewalls 34 may inc].ude two or more regions 34a and 34b as shown in FTG. 6. Any modifications necessary are consi_dered to be wzthin the knowledge of one of ordinary skill in the art.
[0029] In the prPferred embodiment, the arms 16, 18 and the sidewalls 34 include one or more openings or apertures 50 (best seen in FIG. 1). These opening3/apertures 50 function to allow a user to see at least a portion of the contents storcd within the cavity 11 formed by the enclosure 10. Alternat-ively, the sidewalls 34 and the arms 16, 18 of the enc7osure 10 may be substantially solid.
[0030] The top region 20, r'IG_ 1, includes a top surface 55 which is formed by folding the enclosure 10 along the fold line 7, FIG. 2, approximately 90-degrees, act 360. I'or illustrative purposes only, the enclosure 10 is shown having tive fingers 571-57 . Those skilled in Lhe art will recognize that the enclosure may include more or fewer.. It is also important to note that while the fingers 57 are shown extending outwardly from the front face 38 of the top surface 20, the fingers 57 may alternatively extend outwardly from the back surface 40 of the top surface 20.
[0031] While the enclosure 10 may have a substantially planar top surface 55, the top surface 55 of the enclosure 10 preferably has a concaved shape. When the top surface 55 has a concave shape, it is necessary to include at least two finqers 57 in order to form the concave shape.
[0032] The fingers 57 are secured to opposite side of the top surface 20, act 370. In the preferred embodiment, the fingers 57 are optionally folded alonq fold ]ines J at approximately 90-degrees to cxeate flaps 59. The flaps 59 are then preferably secured to the opposite side of the top surface 20. Optionally, the flaps 59 .incJ tid.e one or more apertures, openings, or slots 60. These slots 60 engage tabs 62 disposed on the opposite side of the top surf.ace. 20.
[0033] The enclosure 10, FIG. 7, may optionally include one or more apertures 30 disposed on front and/or the back surfaces 38, 40 of the body region 14. The apertures 30 allow a potential consumer, to view and/or touch the contents stored wi.thin the cavitv 11 similar to the apertures 50 discussed above. Additionally, the enclosure 10 may include one or more hanging tabs 66 secured.to the top region 20. The hanging tabs 66 facilitate displaying the enclosure 10 on a common display rack or the like.
[0034] It is important to note that while the enclosure 1.0 has been described having tabs, slots, and the like to secure - 10 ~
the various sides of tht: enclosurc: 10, the sidcs of the enclosure 10 may alternatively be secured using ari adhesive, staples, or the like as is well known.
10035] As mentioned above, the present invention is not intended to be limited to a system or method which must satisfy one or tnore of any stated or implied object or feature of the invention and should not be limited to the preferred, exemplary, or primary embodiment(s) described herein. The foregoing description of a preferred embodinment of the invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. Tt is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Obvious modifications or variations are possible in light of the above teachings. The embodiment was chosen and described to provide the best illustration of the principles of the invention and its practical application to thereby enable one of ordinary skill in the art to utilize the invention in various embodiments and with various modifications as is suited to the particular use contemplated. All such niodifications and variations are within the scope of the invention as determined by the claims when interpreted in accordance with breadth to which they are fairly, legally and equitably entitled.
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1. An enclosure assembly for the storage of an object, said enclosure assembly comprising:
a body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and defining an internal cavity sized and shaped Lo substantially contain said object, said body including:
a front and a rear generally parallel and planar surface disposed along said longitudinal axis of said body;
an upper and a base surface each disposed generally perpendicular to said front and rear surfaces and about generally opposite ends of said longitudinal axis of said body;
a first and a second generally parallel side section disposed along generally opposites ends of said transverse axis of said body, said first and said second side sections each disposed generally perpendicular to said front, said rear, said upper, and said base surfaces; and a first and a second arm section disposed about said first and second side sections, respectively, said first and said second arm sections extending generally outwardly along said transverse axis of said body from said upper section and generally towards said base section.
a body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and defining an internal cavity sized and shaped Lo substantially contain said object, said body including:
a front and a rear generally parallel and planar surface disposed along said longitudinal axis of said body;
an upper and a base surface each disposed generally perpendicular to said front and rear surfaces and about generally opposite ends of said longitudinal axis of said body;
a first and a second generally parallel side section disposed along generally opposites ends of said transverse axis of said body, said first and said second side sections each disposed generally perpendicular to said front, said rear, said upper, and said base surfaces; and a first and a second arm section disposed about said first and second side sections, respectively, said first and said second arm sections extending generally outwardly along said transverse axis of said body from said upper section and generally towards said base section.
2. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 1 wherein said body is formed from a single, unitary piece.
3. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said body is formed from a single, unitary piece of cardboard.
4. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said body is formed from a single, unitary piece of plastic.
5. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said body is formed from a single, unitary piece of paper.
6. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 further including at least one aperture disposed in at least one of said front and rear surfaces, said at least one aperture forming a passageway to said cavity.
7. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said upper surface is generally concaved towards said base surface.
8. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 7 wherein said base surface is substantially planar.
9. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said first and said second arm sections include apertures forming a passageway to said cavity.
10. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said upper surface includes a plurality of fingers.
11. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said first and said second side surfaces each include a sidewall securing said first and said second side surfaces to at least one of said front and rear surfaces.
12. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 2 wherein said first and said second side surfaces have a generally trapezoidal shape.
13. An enclosure comprising:
a body defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially contain an object, said body including:
a front section, a rear section adapted to be disposed substantially parallel to said front section and having substantially an identical shape as said front section;
at least one side section disposed generally perpendicular to said front and said rear sections about a perimeter of said front and said rear sections; and a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly from an upper region of said front and said rear sections and generally towards a lower region of said front and said rear sections.
a body defining an internal cavity sized and shaped to substantially contain an object, said body including:
a front section, a rear section adapted to be disposed substantially parallel to said front section and having substantially an identical shape as said front section;
at least one side section disposed generally perpendicular to said front and said rear sections about a perimeter of said front and said rear sections; and a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly from an upper region of said front and said rear sections and generally towards a lower region of said front and said rear sections.
14. The enclosure as claimed in claim 13 wherein said front section, said rear section, said at least one side section, and said first and said second arm sections are formed from a single, unitary piece.
15. The enclosure as claimed in claim 14 wherein said single, unitary piece includes cardboard.
16. The enclosure as claimed in claim 14 further including at least one aperture disposed in at least one of said front and rear sections, said at least one aperture forming a passageway to said cavity.
17. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 14 wherein said upper surface is generally concaved towards said base surface.
18. The enclosure assembly as claimed in claim 14 wherein said first and said second arm sections include apertures forming a passageway to said cavity.
19. A method of forming an enclosure resembling a tee shirt, said method comprising the acts of:
stamping a body from a single, generally planar piece of material, said body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and including a first and a second end region disposed about substantially opposite ends of a central region along said longitudinal axis, said first and said second end regions each including a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly along said transverse axis and generally towards said central region;
forming a base from said body including folding a first and a second parallel, transverse line about middle section of said central region of said body, said first and said second transverse lines being generally parallel and spaced apart from each other such that said end regions and said arm sections are disposed substantially opposite and parallel to each other;
forming a first and a second side including folding a first and a second longitudinal line about a left and a right side edge of said central region, respectively, said first and said second longitudinal lines being generally parallel to each other;
forming an upper region including folding at least one finger from at least one of said first and said second end regions;
securing said first and said second sides to an adjacent portion of said central region; and securing said at least one finger to an adjacent portion of either end regions.
stamping a body from a single, generally planar piece of material, said body having a longitudinal and a transverse axis and including a first and a second end region disposed about substantially opposite ends of a central region along said longitudinal axis, said first and said second end regions each including a first and a second arm section extending generally outwardly along said transverse axis and generally towards said central region;
forming a base from said body including folding a first and a second parallel, transverse line about middle section of said central region of said body, said first and said second transverse lines being generally parallel and spaced apart from each other such that said end regions and said arm sections are disposed substantially opposite and parallel to each other;
forming a first and a second side including folding a first and a second longitudinal line about a left and a right side edge of said central region, respectively, said first and said second longitudinal lines being generally parallel to each other;
forming an upper region including folding at least one finger from at least one of said first and said second end regions;
securing said first and said second sides to an adjacent portion of said central region; and securing said at least one finger to an adjacent portion of either end regions.
20. The method as claimed in claim 19 further including the acts of:
forming a slot in said side regions;
forming a tab in said central region, said tab sized and shaped to be secured to said slot in said side regions during said act of securing said first and said second sides to said adjacent portion of said central region;
forming a slot in said at least one finger; and forming a tab in at least one of said end regions, said tab sized and shaped to be secured to said slots in said at least one finger during said act of securing said at least one finger to said adjacent portion of either upper regions.
forming a slot in said side regions;
forming a tab in said central region, said tab sized and shaped to be secured to said slot in said side regions during said act of securing said first and said second sides to said adjacent portion of said central region;
forming a slot in said at least one finger; and forming a tab in at least one of said end regions, said tab sized and shaped to be secured to said slots in said at least one finger during said act of securing said at least one finger to said adjacent portion of either upper regions.
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