CN216710159U

CN216710159U - Reusable packaging container, packaging device for return goods, and reusable packaging device

Info

Publication number: CN216710159U
Application number: CN202120833997.4U
Authority: CN
Inventors: 琼·穆雷特
Original assignee: Qiong Muleite
Current assignee: Qiong Muleite
Priority date: 2021-02-23
Filing date: 2021-04-22
Publication date: 2022-06-10
Anticipated expiration: 2031-04-22
Also published as: TWM624261U; CN114955205A; TW202233489A; TWI781564B

Abstract

The application provides a reusable packaging container, a packaging apparatus usable for return of goods, and a reusable packaging device. In one embodiment, the reusable package may have the appearance of an envelope. In another embodiment, the reusable package may be made into a reversible container or bag by pulling on the patch. In yet another embodiment, the reusable package may include a shoulder strap or loop on the inside. In yet another embodiment, the reusable envelope can have two edges that can be adjustably opened so that its surface can further accommodate additional items, such as modular compartments. In one example, the interior of the reusable envelope may include an attachment means, such as a hook and loop engagement system.

Description

Reusable packaging container, packaging device for return of goods, and reusable packaging device

Technical Field

The present application relates generally to packaging. In particular, aspects of the present invention relate to a reusable packaging container, a packaging apparatus usable for return of goods and a reusable packaging device.

Background

Internet commerce has changed the way people live and shop. Merchants offer virtual stores on the internet to display their goods. At the same time, consumers access these merchants through internet-connected portable devices. The convenience of mobile devices enables users to purchase goods and deliver goods to consumers securely on a global scale.

This convenience is cost-free. Apart from the transportation costs, the impact of the packaging of the goods and environmental waste are enormous. For example, existing packaging means, such as envelopes, mailers, packages, polyethylene shipping envelopes, and the like, are often used. These packages use different materials. Shippers who wish to reduce costs often use a variety of lightweight materials as packaging materials, such as foam board, cardboard, and plastic. However, many plastic-based materials, other than pure paper-based materials, may not be easily recycled.

Moreover, with respect to brand promotion, brand owners typically have little control over the manner in which branding is placed on the shipping package. For example, a brand owner will typically contract with a shipper and then be responsible for logistics and shipping. Thus, the choice of packaging is dependent on the shipper, and the most commonly used brand promotion may be a sticker or other temporary brand promotion means.

In addition, more and more government agencies are working to reduce the use of disposable plastic shopping bags. Thus, the consumer either needs to purchase the disposable plastic shopping bags on the spot or must carry the bags to the store by themselves.

Accordingly, there is a need to improve upon existing practices to overcome the shortcomings of existing methods.

SUMMERY OF THE UTILITY MODEL

Aspects of the present invention solve the problems of the prior art by providing a reusable packaging container, a packaging apparatus for return goods, and a reusable packaging device, which are used both as a transport package and a daily use. According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a reusable packaging container including:

a body having a first member and a second member, the first member and the second member each having four edges, an inner surface and an outer surface;

wherein three edges of each of the two members are securely joined to each other to form an opening between the first member and the second member;

a sealable transparent pocket joined with the outer surface of the first member;

a first major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the first member;

a second major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the second member;

the first major flap is configured to engage with the second major flap to seal the opening;

wherein the first and second main flaps are removable via a weakened area;

between the inner surfaces of the first and second members, a pull patch is securely joined together with one of the three edges of each of the two members;

a first ring engaged with an inner surface of the first member;

a second ring engaged with an inner surface of the second member;

wherein the inner surface of the first member and the inner surface of the second member are exposed in response to a force for pulling the pull patch through the opening.

Preferably, in a reusable packaging container according to an embodiment of the present invention, the first major flap extends outwardly from the remaining edge of the first member and the second major flap extends outwardly from the remaining edge of the second member.

Preferably, in the reusable packaging container according to one embodiment of the present invention, the first major flap is sealed to the second major flap via an adhesive.

Preferably, the reusable packaging container according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes:

a first minor flap engaged with the remaining edge of the first member and a second minor flap engaged with the remaining edge of the second member;

wherein the first minor flap is configured to engage with the second minor flap to seal the opening.

Preferably, in a reusable packaging container according to one embodiment of the utility model, the first primary flap comprises a tear-off portion, wherein the tear-off portion comprises a removable strip, and the removable strip is joined together with the first primary flap between the weakened areas.

There is also provided, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, packaging apparatus usable for return shipping, including:

a first major flap is joined to three consecutive edges of the first member;

a first hook is engaged with one of the three continuous edges;

a second major flap is joined to three consecutive edges of the second member;

the remaining edges of each of the two members are securely joined to each other.

A sealable transparent pocket joined with an outer surface of the first member;

wherein the first major flap is configured to engage with the second major flap to enclose an article within the four edges of the first and second members;

in response to removal of the first and second main folds, an inner surface of the first member and an inner surface of the second member are exposed;

wherein the inner surface of the first member and the inner surface of the second member comprise male portions of a male-female fastener system to receive female portions of the male-female fastener system.

Preferably, in a packaging apparatus usable for return of goods according to an embodiment of the present invention, the male and female fastener systems include hook and loop fastener systems, the male portion includes hooks, and the female portion includes loops.

Preferably, in the packaging device usable for return of goods according to an embodiment of the present invention, the hook is engaged with a middle edge of the three continuous edges.

There is also provided, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, a reusable packaging apparatus, including:

a first major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the first member;

a second major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the second member;

wherein the first and second main flaps are removable via a weakened area;

a first ring engaged with the inner surface of the first member;

a second ring engaged with the inner surface of the second member;

Preferably, in a reusable packaging device according to an embodiment of the present invention, the first member and the second member may each comprise a layer of material.

Preferably, in a reusable packaging device according to one embodiment of the utility model, the inner surface of the first member or the inner surface of the second member comprises a pouch with a resealable mechanism.

Preferably, in a reusable packaging apparatus according to one embodiment of the present invention, the inner surfaces of the first and second members include a strap and a buckle system including a strap, a buckle and a plurality of loops for defining a path of the strap.

Preferably, the reusable packaging device according to an embodiment of the present invention further comprises: a gusset between the first member and the second member.

Drawings

Those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and that not all connections and options are shown. For example, common but well-understood elements that are useful or necessary in a commercially feasible embodiment may often not be depicted in order to facilitate a less obstructed view of these various embodiments of the present disclosure. It will further be appreciated that certain actions and/or steps may be described or depicted in a particular order of occurrence while those skilled in the art will understand that such specificity with respect to sequence is not actually required. It will also be understood that the terms and expressions used herein have the meaning as is defined in the claims and their equivalents, unless they are specifically defined herein.

Fig. 1 and 1a are diagrams illustrating a first surface of one embodiment of a reusable package, according to some embodiments.

Fig. 2 is a diagram illustrating a second surface of one embodiment of a reusable package, according to some embodiments.

Fig. 3 is a perspective view of one embodiment of a reusable package, showing the interior thereof, according to some embodiments.

Fig. 4 is another diagram illustrating another embodiment of a reusable package according to some embodiments, showing a pull patch.

Fig. 4a and 4b are diagrams illustrating hem removal according to some embodiments.

Fig. 4c is a diagram illustrating different liner materials that may be used according to some embodiments.

FIG. 4d is a diagram illustrating another embodiment of a hem according to some embodiments.

Fig. 5 and 6 are diagrams illustrating a turn-over process according to some embodiments.

Fig. 7, 7a, and 7b are diagrams illustrating an opened package, exposing the interior surfaces and additional accessories/compartments, according to some embodiments.

Fig. 8 a-8 i are diagrams illustrating a package with gussets and external straps or tape according to some embodiments.

Fig. 9 a-9 d illustrate another set of embodiments of a package according to some embodiments.

Fig. 10a and 10b illustrate another set of embodiments of a package according to some embodiments.

Fig. 11a and 11b illustrate yet another set of embodiments of a package according to some embodiments.

Detailed Description

Embodiments are now described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and which show, by way of illustration, specific exemplary embodiments that may be practiced. These drawings and exemplary embodiments are presented with the understanding that the present disclosure is illustrative of the principles of one or more embodiments and is not intended to limit any one embodiment shown. Embodiments may be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the embodiments to those skilled in the art. Among other things, the present invention may be embodied as methods, systems, computer-readable media, apparatuses, or devices. Accordingly, the present invention may take the form of an entirely hardware embodiment, an entirely software embodiment or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.

FIG. 1 illustrates one embodiment of a reusable package 100 according to some embodiments. In one embodiment, the package 100 may be in the form of a container having a body with two members. In one embodiment, the two members may include a first member and a second member. In one example, the first member and the second member may be sheets or walls of a container (e.g., package 100). In one embodiment, each member may include: four edges, an inner surface, an outer surface.

In one embodiment, the package 100 may take the form of an envelope, a distribution package, or a mailer. In another embodiment, the package 100 may be converted to or reused as a box, cooler, envelope, distribution package, tote bag, backpack with drawstring, mailbag, or satchel. In another embodiment, the package 100 may also be converted into a vertically suspended container system, clothing pouch, or the like.

As shown in fig. 1, the package 100 may include a first surface 102. In one example, the first surface 102 may be a first exterior surface of the package 100 as viewed by a consumer, with a shipping label, air manifest, or packing slip 104 on the first surface 102. In one embodiment, such a tag or document may be inserted into the pocket 106 in FIG. 1a, as indicated by arrow 130. In one embodiment, the pocket 106 may have one open side (e.g., the upper side 106a) and three other sides (106b, 106c, 106d) may be secured to the first surface 102. In one embodiment, the open side 106a of the pocket 106 may include a sealing mechanism, such as a zipper, snaps, or the like. In one embodiment, the material for the pocket 106 may be made of a recyclable material, such as recyclable plastic.

Referring again to fig. 1, the package 100 can further include a first major flap 108 extending from one edge 110 of the envelope 100. In one embodiment, the first major flap 108 can be joined to the edge 110 by stitching so that the first major flap 108 can be removed from the envelope 100 or the envelope 100 can be separated from the first major flap 108. In another embodiment, the first major flap 108 can be the same material as the envelope 100, but can include a weakened area 120. In one embodiment, the weakened area 120 may include a perforation line, wherein the perforation is made to facilitate separation of the first main flap 108 from the edge 110. In another embodiment, the weakened area 120 may include a perforated area 120, where a portion of the material may be removed such that the weakened area facilitates separation of the first main flap 108 from the edge 110. In another embodiment, the first major flap 108 may be removed by cutting it with scissors or a knife. Reference is also made to fig. 4a and 4b, which show illustrations of how the first major flap 108 is removed. It should be understood that other methods of removing the first major flap 108 from the edge 110 may be used without departing from the scope and spirit of the present invention.

In one embodiment, the first major flap 108 may include an adhesive on one side so that it may be bonded to a second major flap 114, which second major flap 114 is joined to an edge 118 of the package 110, as shown in fig. 2. In one embodiment, second major flap 114 may also include another adhesive such that first major flap 118 and second major flap 114 may be secured together. For example, first major flap 118 and second major flap 114 may each have sides that face each other, and adhesive may be disposed on the facing sides.

In one embodiment, as shown in fig. 4c, the first major flap 404 may include adhesive on one side, but in such an embodiment there is no second major flap. In such an example, the package may use bubble wrap internally. In another embodiment, the inner liner may further comprise other cushioning materials, such as felt fabric, and the like. In one embodiment, the inner protective liner may be removable such that once the package 100 is in a flipped over state, the protective liner is removed without exposure, which may be aesthetically undesirable. In such an embodiment, a scissors or knife may be used to sever the connection or join between the first major flap 404 and the first edge. In this way, the first major flap 404 may remain on the package 100 after the package is opened.

In another embodiment as shown in fig. 4d, a second major flap 406 may be provided. However, the first major flap 408 is folded toward the second major flap 406 to create or maintain a seal. To open the seal, the consumer may pull one strip or tear away patch 410 to divide the first major flap 408 into two portions via the weakened area 412. By doing so, the package 100 can be opened and the consumer can look for the contents. In another embodiment, the first major flap 408 and the second major flap 406 may be further removed in accordance with the discussion herein and with reference to at least fig. 3, 4a, and 4 b.

In one embodiment, second major flap 114 can also be joined to edge 118 by stitching, thereby allowing second major flap 114 to be removed from envelope 100 or envelope 100 to be separated from second major flap 114. In another embodiment, the second major flap 114 can be the same material as the envelope 100, but can include a weakened area 122. In one embodiment, weakened region 122 may include a perforation line, wherein the perforation is made to facilitate separation of second major flap 114 from edge 110. In another embodiment, weakened region 122 may include a perforated region where a portion of material may be removed such that the weakened region facilitates separation of second main flap 114 from edge 110. It should be understood that other methods of removing second major flap 114 from edge 110 may be used without departing from the scope and spirit of the present invention.

In one embodiment, package 110 may be used as a shipping package from a merchant, with first major flap 108 and second major flap 114 being sealed to protect its contents when a consumer receives package 110. Upon receiving the package 110, the consumer may remove the first and second

major flaps

108, 114 to remove the contents from the interior of the package 110.

In one embodiment, if the consumer finds the contents incorrect, unusable, or objectionable for any reason, the consumer may wish to return the contents to the merchant. The consumer may return the merchandise to the merchant using the same package 110 (rather than using another package) by using the first minor flap 112 on edge 110 and the second minor flap 116 on edge 118. In one embodiment, the first minor flap 112 and the second minor flap 116 may be first folded into the interior of the package 110 (as shown in phantom in fig. 1 and 2) such that the consumer may flip the

flaps

112 and 116 into position over the

flaps

108 and 114.

In one embodiment, the second surface 124 of the package 100 may include a return address of a merchant printed thereon. In another embodiment, the return address may be printed on a removable label or mailer similar to pocket 106 on first surface 102.

In another embodiment, referring to FIG. 3, a perspective view illustrates the interior of the package 100. Referring to FIG. 3, the first and second

major flaps

108 and 114 are shown in their initial positions, while the first minor flap 112 is shown in its folded position. In one aspect, the package 100 may be a reusable bag, as discussed in fig. 1 and 2. In another aspect, the package 100 may be a reversible bag. In one embodiment, reversible bag 100 may include a set of handles attached to edge 110 and edge 118, respectively. In one embodiment, the handle 302 may be attached to the edge 110 below or behind the first minor flap 112. Similarly, another handle (not shown) may be attached to edge 118 below or behind second minor flap 116. A handle such as handle 302 may be sewn to first surface 102 or second surface 124. In yet another embodiment, the handles may be embossed (by hot pressing) onto the

first surfaces

102 and 124. A closure mechanism 304 may be added. In one example, the closure mechanism 304 may include a zipper, a set of snaps, a set of magnets, or the like.

In one embodiment, to aid in the inversion of the package, another pull patch 306 may be sewn or permanently secured to another edge of the package 100. In one embodiment, patch 306 may be disposed at edge 308, and edge 308 may be

opposite edges

110 and 118. In yet another embodiment, patch 306 may comprise a ring. In yet another embodiment, patch 306 may be a label or a string. In another embodiment, edge 308 may be opposite the opening created by

edges

110 and 118.

Referring to fig. 5-6, an exemplary process of turning the package 100 over is shown. In one embodiment, as shown in fig. 5, the consumer may insert a hand into the interior of the package 100 to pull the patch 306 in the direction shown by arrow 502. In this way, the consumer may continue to pull the patch 306 in another direction 504, such that the interior of the package 100 becomes the exterior of the package 100, as shown in fig. 6.

In one embodiment, the first and second

minor flaps

112 and 116 may be turned in the direction 602, if desired. In one embodiment, similar to the first and second

major flaps

108 and 114, the first and second

minor flaps

112 and 116 may be removed via the weakened area as described above.

Accordingly, aspects of the present invention provide a solution to the long felt need described above. In particular, the shipping package received by the consumer may be used for return and as a convenience bag for daily use. In addition, aspects of the present invention provide a return seal at one location that is part of the package 100. Some current practices may include small padlocks that may lock the zipper handles to make return safe. However, locks may be easily lost during consumer opening. Furthermore, the combination of zipper and lock is costly to produce in bulk and to shippers or merchants. Aspects of the present invention provide first and second main flaps and first and second secondary flaps to allow easy and conventional shipping and return. In addition, the reversible nature enables the package 100 to be a bag for grocery stores or other items.

In another embodiment, the interior of the package 100 may include a surface suitable for printing or sewing. For example, a merchant may wish to allow a consumer to display the package 100 after turning the package over.

In yet another embodiment, the package 100 may be opened by opening three sides of the package 100 to expose the interior surface of the package 100. For example, referring now to fig. 7, an interior surface of an opened package 700 is shown, according to some embodiments. In one embodiment, the package 700 may begin in a closed state similar to the package 100 of fig. 1 or 3, wherein the sealing of three edges or sides of the package 100 is relatively permanent, thereby providing only one opening for placing an article into the package 100. In one embodiment, as shown in fig. 7, the package 700 may be opened at three

edges

702, 704, and 706 (e.g., as shown by

arrows

730, 732, and 734). In other words, the bond at

edges

702 and 706 may be removable or releasable. For example, based on fig. 1 and 3, the edge 704 is designed to be opened. When the consumer removes the first and second minor flaps, the combination of

edges

702 or 706 may be removed or reduced, indicating that the consumer does not wish to return the goods or items in package 700, but rather wishes to use package 700 as a grocery bag or the like for everyday use. In one embodiment,

inner surfaces

708 and 710 are exposed by removing the bond between

edges

702 and 706.

Aspects of the present invention overcome the challenges and shortcomings of prior methods by providing a convenient and elegant solution for reusing package 100 as a return. The return seal mechanism, including the first and second pairs of flaps, is part of the package and not an external part that the consumer may misplace or throw away.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7a, the

interior surfaces

708 and 710 may include one or more compartments 736 secured thereto. In one example, the compartments 736 can be sewn or otherwise securely affixed to the

interior surfaces

708 and 710. In one embodiment, the compartment 736 may be a pocket with a resealable mechanism (e.g., a zipper). In another embodiment, the

inner surfaces

708 and 710 may include a zipper or button pocket 738. It should be understood that other additional storage means may be provided on the

inner surfaces

708 and 710.

In one embodiment, the inner tableFaces 708 and 710 may include hook and loop systems (e.g.

) The hook and loop system enables attachment of items or external compartments, such as those

compartments

712, 714, and 716 shown in fig. 7 b. In another embodiment, other accessories may be added, such as folding hanger 808 in fig. 8c may be inserted into patch 718 for hanging a garment.

In yet another embodiment, the hook and loop system of the

interior surfaces

708 and 710 may be only a portion of the

interior surfaces

708 and 710. In another embodiment, the

interior surface

708 or 710 may further include a patch 718, the patch 718 may receive a hook 720 so that the package 700 may be hung, and the

compartments

712, 714, and 716 may receive items for a consumer.

In yet another embodiment, referring to fig. 8 a-8 f, a package 800 may include a gusset 802 and an external strap or tape, according to some embodiments. For example, the package 800 may include a gusset 802 to form the width of the package 800 and also to enable the package 800 to stand upright. In such an embodiment, a vertical pouch may be provided to the consumer when the package 800 is turned over. In some embodiments, one of the edges may further include a recessed zipper or a button strip or the like to form a hidden pocket. For illustrative purposes only, the package 800 may include material that is a double-sided panel such that each surface (e.g., first and second surfaces) may include two sheets of fabric or material. This configuration makes a flip-top package possible when opened as shown in fig. 7, 8c and 8 d. The edges may expose a hidden zipper, button, or other adhesive means so that the consumer may insert the article therein.

In another embodiment, referring now to fig. 8b and 8d, a buckle or belt and buckle system 812 may be used. In one aspect, the belt and buckle system 812 may include a lock that may also meet the Transport Security Administration (TSA) lock standards. In such an embodiment, the package 814 may first include a set of adhesive strips 810 and a strap and buckle system 812 to secure the item therein when it is delivered to the consumer. Once the consumer receives it, the strap and buckle system 812 remains on the tape 810 after it is removed and can be used to return the package 814. If the consumer decides to leave the package 814, three sides of the package 814 may be opened, leaving only one side or edge of the package 814 intact. In an alternative embodiment, two of the three edges may be joined together using zippers or button strips to return the package 814 to its original state. It should be understood that other fastener mechanisms may be used.

In yet another embodiment, illustrated in fig. 8e and 8f, the package 820 may include a belt and buckle system inside the package 820. In another embodiment, the packaging 824 may include a magnetic strip system 828 for securing an opening of the packaging 824. The system 828 may include a magnetic strip 826 and a locking bar or strip 830 designed with a groove on the magnet 826 and a protrusion or notch on the strip 830 to open the package 824, which may instruct the consumer to pull or slide the strip 830 to open the seal.

In another embodiment, fig. 8 g-8 i illustrate another set of views of a belt and buckle system according to some embodiments. For example, fig. 8g may show the package 832 in its initial or shipping state. In another embodiment, the package 832 may be in a state received by a consumer. In this embodiment, wrapper 832 may have the appearance of an envelope with seal 834 at the edges.

In one embodiment, once the seal 832 is removed or opened, the same package 832 may be flipped over as shown in fig. 8 h. As previously discussed, the buckle system 836 may be included inside a package, such as package 832. Of course, in the initial state of fig. 8g, the belt and buckle system 836 may not be visible to the consumer. The belt and buckle system 836 may then expose itself when flipped over. Additionally, as shown in fig. 8h, the belt and buckle system 836 may be exposed from the first surface 838. In another embodiment, portions of package 832 may be rolled or folded due to the configuration of package 832.

In another embodiment, as shown in fig. 8i, a second surface 842 of package 832 is shown. For example, package 832 may include belt loop 844 on first surface 838 and belt loop 846 on second surface 842 as shown in fig. 8 h. With the strap and buckle system 836, the consumer can place both arms behind the strap and buckle system 836 so that the package 832 can become a backpack.

Fig. 9a to 9d show another set of embodiments of the utility model. For example, the package 900 of FIG. 9a can be one of the package envelopes previously described. In this example, the package 900 may include a major flap 902 to seal the package 900. In another embodiment, package 900 may include a snap 904 on one interior surface of package 900. As shown in fig. 9a, the clasp 904 appears on an outward facing surface. However, it should be located on an inner surface. In one embodiment, the package 900 may be in a transverse orientation/mode rather than only a vertical orientation/mode as shown in fig. 9 a.

In one embodiment, according to fig. 9b, when the lateral pattern of the package 900 is flipped over, the catch 904 is exposed, and when the package 900 is flipped over, the flap 906 may be exposed. In one example, flap 906 may be attached to one edge of package 900. In yet another embodiment, snap 908 may be provided on flap 906 such that the snap may snap to snap 904. Thus, snap 908 and catch 904 may be positioned at corresponding locations on flap 906 and the first surface, respectively. In another embodiment, package 900 may include a lid snap 910, which may be decorative or serve as an indicator of snap 908. In another embodiment, the package 900 may be in a transverse orientation, as shown in fig. 9 d. In such an embodiment, the flipped package 900 may be used as a jewelry bag or envelope.

In yet another embodiment, fig. 10a and 10b illustrate another aspect of a package according to some embodiments. Similar to some of the above discussion, the package 1000 may be in the form of an envelope and may include a flap 1002 to seal the package 1000 prior to receipt by a consumer. Once turned over, the package 1000 may include a pull-cord strap 1004 so that the consumer can carry the package 1000 onto her back. In another embodiment, the package 1000 may further include an indicator 1006 to indicate the presence of a drawstring therein or the possibility of a drawstring passing therethrough.

In alternative embodiments, aspects of the utility model may be in the form of a holder for holding larger items (e.g., shoes, etc.). In such a configuration, as shown in fig. 11a and 11b, the package 1100 may resemble a cuboid having a first panel 1102, the first panel 1102 having a shipping label panel 1110 to open the package 1100. In one embodiment, panel 1102 can be detached from three sides of package 1100. In another embodiment, panel 1102 can be detached by one or more means, such as via at least one zipper. In one embodiment, a lock 1104 may be provided to secure the panel 1102. In another embodiment, a pull-up zipper may be used to secure panel 1102. As shown in fig. 11b, a handle 1108 may be provided with the panel 1102 in the open position and in the flipped over position. On the one hand, the flipped over state is indicated in fig. 11b based on the fact that the shipping label panel 1110 is now on the inside of the panel 1102.

In some embodiments, the package shown in at least one of the figures discussed may be made from panels or sheets of recyclable material that may be joined together at their edges using heat stitching or hand stitching. For example, the material may comprise an antibacterial or antiviral material or one or more treatment materials for performing such treatment on the fabric, a washable material, water repellent or somewhat hydrophobic. In some embodiments, the package may include a surface antimicrobial agent or an antiviral film that may be removed after the consumer receives the package. In some other embodiments, the ring or pull patch 306 may also be secured to the inner edge of the package by thermal or hand stitching.

In some embodiments, the package shown in at least one of the figures discussed can take a variety of shapes and configurations, for example, one side can be operatively opened while the other three sides are fixedly closed, or three sides can be operatively opened while one side is fixedly closed.

In some embodiments, the manipulatable open side may include a total of four folds for sealingAn edge or lip. Alternatively, the four flaps or lips, or portions thereof, may be removed and re-engaged with the package. In some embodiments, the manipulatable open side can include a closure mechanism, such as a hook and loop system (e.g.,

) A binding rope, a buckle, an adhesive tape, a folded edge and a belt buckle.

In some embodiments, the package may further include a zipper or other tamper-resistant lock or seal.

In some embodiments, the first surface or the first outer surface may include a pocket-shaped label or pocket thereon. In some embodiments, the consumer may remove the packages as they are received, e.g., they are sewn or glued.

In some embodiments, the interior of the package may include one or more hanging pockets. In some embodiments, the pocket may include a zipper or snaps or other closure mechanisms.

Furthermore, in some embodiments, similar to fig. 4c, the package may further include additional liners, such as foams, bubble plates, cushioning pads, insulating inlays for further protecting fragile items, and the like. In some embodiments, a portion of the packaging may include a premium material such as leather or the like. In another embodiment, an aluminum liner (e.g., for a cold bag) or a foam inlay (e.g., for an insulating/fragile item) may be used. It is also understood that one or more layers of material or liners may be used without departing from the scope and spirit of the present invention.

In some embodiments, aspects of the present invention have the appearance of a typical shape of shipping package, except for some specific branding. For example, the package may not have a handle on the outside. However, in the flipped state of the package, the package may comprise: a set of handles/straps, pull cords, shoulder straps, etc. In some embodiments, the handles or straps may be permanently fixed or removably attached. In some embodiments, the packaging may be personalized on both the interior and exterior surfaces, such as entrusted printing by the artist, or the merchant's own customizations, embroidery, or the like. In some embodiments, the brand promotion options may also include providing a tracking identifier, such as a bar code, Quick Response (QR) code, or the like, to access return information, receipt information, other products of the merchant, promotions, or the like.

In one example, a package supplier may include a QR code in the package in order to ship the package directly to a merchant's supply chain or factory. The QR code may direct the reader or consumer to a website with information on how the package is going from the package supplier to the end user or consumer. In such an example, the provider may provide the package to the merchant at its factory or distribution center. Personnel at these locations can place the goods directly into the packaging and seal the packaging (e.g., in an envelope form or sealed state) for shipment to the consumer for e-commerce, online, or direct sale. In another embodiment, if the item is to be picked up at a physical store, the information may indicate that the package is to be in a bag-like (e.g., a flipped-over state) such that the item is located in the bag. Thus, if the consumer wishes to return the goods directly to the merchant at their warehouse, the consumer can turn the bag over and back into an envelope form.

In yet another embodiment, the tracking identifier may be a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) or the like so that a user (e.g., a merchant or consumer) may track it and identify the package using a mobile device (such as a smartphone, smart watch, or other portable device) upon receipt. In such an example, the RFID may be embedded in the package or in one of the flaps. Initially, the RFID may provide status information, such as when the package may be shipped. Once one of the flaps is removed, the RFID may provide another set of conditions, such as the package may be received, or the bag opened. This condition may indicate that the package is withdrawn once the other flap is removed.

In another aspect, the mobile device may include or have installed software for reading, identifying, or processing information from a QR code or other identifier included in the package. For example, the mobile device may include a camera and imaging processing hardware to recognize and interpret patterns on the QR code to provide a link or drive an application (e.g., app) installed thereon to provide information to the user.

In some embodiments, other accessories may be included, such as an internal pocket or "bag-in-pocket" design, where the package may be folded into a pocket for portability. In some embodiments, an external hook (e.g., an external hook located at the center or corner of the bag on the inside closed side) may be used as a multipurpose storage system, and may be used for hanging/drying, etc.

It is to be understood that the utility model as described above may be embodied in various forms and materials suitable for practicing various aspects of the utility model. Based on the disclosure and teachings provided herein, a person of ordinary skill in the art will know and appreciate other ways and/or methods to implement the present invention using hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software.

The above description is illustrative and not restrictive. Many variations of embodiments will become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art upon reading this disclosure. Accordingly, scope embodiments should be determined, not with reference to the above description, but should instead be determined with reference to the appended claims, along with their full scope of equivalents.

One or more features from any embodiment may be combined with one or more features of any other embodiment without departing from the scope embodiments. References to "a", "an" or "the" are intended to mean "one or more" unless specifically indicated to be not so. The expression "and/or" is intended to mean the broadest meaning of the term unless specifically stated otherwise.

While this disclosure may be embodied in many different forms, the drawings and discussion are presented with the understanding that the present disclosure is an exemplification of the principles of one or more utility models, and is not intended to limit any one embodiment to that illustrated.

Further advantages and modifications of the above-described system and apparatus will readily occur to those skilled in the art.

The utility model in its broader aspects is therefore not limited to the specific details, representative system and apparatus, and illustrative examples shown and described above. Various modifications and changes may be made to the foregoing description without departing from the scope or spirit of the present disclosure, and it is intended that the present disclosure cover all such modifications and changes as fall within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A reusable packaging container, comprising:

a first major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the first member;

a second major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the second member;

wherein the first and second main flaps are removable via a weakened area;

a first ring engaged with an inner surface of the first member;

a second ring engaged with an inner surface of the second member;

2. The reusable packaging container of claim 1, wherein the first primary flap extends outwardly from the remaining edge of the first member and the second primary flap extends outwardly from the remaining edge of the second member.

3. The reusable packaging container of claim 1, wherein the first major flap is sealed to the second major flap via an adhesive.

4. The reusable packaging container of claim 1, further comprising:

5. The reusable packaging container of claim 1, wherein the first primary flap comprises a tear-off portion, wherein the tear-off portion comprises a removable strip, and wherein the removable strip is joined together with the first primary flap between weakened areas.

6. A packaging apparatus usable for return of goods, comprising:

a body having a first member and a second member, each of the first member and the second member having four edges, an inner surface and an outer surface;

a first major flap is joined to three consecutive edges of the first member;

a first hook is engaged with one of the three continuous edges;

a second major flap is joined to three consecutive edges of the second member;

the remaining edges of each of the two members are securely joined to each other;

a sealable transparent pocket joined with an outer surface of the first member;

7. The packaging apparatus usable for return of claim 6, wherein the male and female fastener systems comprise hook and loop fastener systems, the male portion comprising hooks and the female portion comprising loops.

8. The packaging apparatus usable for return of claim 6, wherein the hook is engaged with a middle one of the three continuous edges.

9. A reusable packaging device, comprising:

a first major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the first member;

a second major flap is joined to the remaining edge of the second member;

wherein the first and second main flaps are removable via a weakened area;

a first ring engaged with the inner surface of the first member;

a second ring engaged with the inner surface of the second member;

10. The reusable packaging device of claim 9, wherein the first and second members each comprise a layer of material.

11. The reusable packaging device of claim 9, wherein the inner surface of the first member or the inner surface of the second member comprises a bag with a resealable mechanism.

12. The reusable packaging of claim 9, wherein the inner surfaces of the first and second members comprise a strap and buckle system, wherein the buckle system comprises a strap, a buckle, and a plurality of loops for defining a path of the strap.

13. The reusable packaging device of claim 9, further comprising: a gusset between the first member and the second member.