JP2011502905A - Container package - Google Patents

Abstract

Package for holding multiple containers. The package has a top panel, an end panel and a side panel. The package has a holding feature for holding the container. The package has gussets (attachment plates) for positioning the end and side panels at the periphery of the container.

Description

  The present disclosure relates generally to packages or cartons for holding and transporting containers.

  This application claims priority to US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 988,291, filed Nov. 15, 2007. The entire contents of the provisional patent application mentioned above are incorporated herein by reference.

  One aspect of the present disclosure generally relates generally to a package for holding a plurality of containers. The package has a top panel and a side panel. The package has a retention feature for holding the container and a gusset feature for facilitating the formation of the package.

  In another aspect, the present disclosure generally relates to a package for containing a plurality of articles. The package includes a panel extending at least partially around the inner periphery of the package. The panel includes a top panel, a side panel foldably connected to the top panel, and an end panel foldably connected to the top panel. The at least one opening of the top panel at least partially receives at least a portion of one of the group of articles. The first gusset panel is foldably connected to the side panel, and the second gusset panel is foldably connected to the first gusset panel and the end panel.

  In another aspect, the present disclosure generally relates to a blank that forms a package for receiving a plurality of articles. The blank comprises a panel including a top panel, a side panel foldably connected to the top panel, and an end panel foldably connected to the top panel. At least one receptacle is present on the top panel. The first gusset panel is foldably connected to the side panel, and the second gusset panel is foldably connected to the first gusset panel and the end panel.

  In another aspect, the present disclosure generally relates to a method of forming a package. The method includes a top panel, a side panel foldably connected to the top panel, an end panel foldably connected to the top panel, a plurality of receptacles on the top panel, and a foldable connection to the side panel. And a blank containing a first gusset panel and a second gusset panel foldably connected to the first gusset panel and the end panel. The method further comprises positioning a plurality of articles with respect to the blank and positioning the blank with respect to the article, such that the plurality of articles are at least partially received at each receptacle of the plurality of receptacles. The method further includes folding the end panel downwardly relative to the top panel to at least partially enclose the article within the space inside the package, and at least partially enclosing the article within the space inside the package. The top panel is provided with a side panel bent downward.

  Those skilled in the art will appreciate the above and other advantages and advantages of various additional embodiments by reading the following detailed description of the embodiments with reference to the drawings listed below. .

  In accordance with common practice, the various features of the drawings described below are not necessarily drawn to scale. The various features and element dimensions of the drawings may be expanded or reduced to more clearly illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure. Corresponding elements are designated by corresponding reference numerals in the drawings.

Top view of the outer side of a blank used for forming a package in a first embodiment of the present disclosure Top view of the blank of FIG. 1 partially assembled into a package Figure of the blank of Figure 1 further assembled partially Figure of the blank of Figure 1 further assembled partially FIG. 1 is a blank diagram of FIG. 1 showing an alternative process for assembling the package of the first embodiment. FIG. 1 is a blank diagram of FIG. 1 showing an alternative process for assembling the package of the first embodiment. Side perspective view of a package formed from the blank of FIG. The top view of the outer side surface part of the blank used for formation of a package in 2nd Example The top view of the outer side surface part of the blank used for formation of a package in 3rd Example FIG. 9 is a view of the blank of FIG. 9 partially assembled into the package of the third embodiment. Side perspective view of package in third embodiment FIG. 9 is a blank view of FIG. 9 showing an alternative process for assembling the package of the third embodiment. The top view of the outer side surface part of the blank used for formation of a package in a 4th Example

  The present disclosure generally relates to structures, sleeves, cartons, and packages for holding and displaying containers such as bottles, bottles, and cans. The container can be used, for example, for packaging food and beverage articles. The container can be made from materials suitable for construction for packaging specific food and beverage articles, including PET, LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, PP, PS, PVC, EVOH, and nylon. Including but not limited to aluminum and / or other metals, glass, or any combination thereof, such as plastics.

  Packages according to the present disclosure allow packaging of many different shaped containers. For purposes of explanation and not for purposes of limiting the scope of the present disclosure, the following detailed description is directed to a beverage container (eg, a plastic container) that is at least partially disposed inside an embodiment of the package. explain. As used herein, the terms “lower”, “bottom”, “upper”, and “top” refer to an arrangement that is determined with respect to a fully assembled package.

  This embodiment relates to a carton or package for attaching to a container and containing the container. In FIG. 7, the package or carrier 150 is shown in an assembled state, and the package or carrier is attached to a container C in which three containers are arranged in two rows. In the illustrated embodiment, container C is shown as a beverage container, which generally has a top portion with a flange portion F, and an upper neck portion N, and a cap portion CP, although the present disclosure Other sizes, shapes, and configurations of containers can be held in the package 150 without departing from the content. The upper neck N of the container is received by each opening 18 (eg, receptacle) (FIG. 2) in the package and is held in the package by the holding feature described further herein. The container may be configured other than 2x3 without departing from the present disclosure (eg, 2x4, 1x3, 1x4, etc.).

  FIG. 1 is a plan view of the outer side 3 of a blank 8 used to form a package or carrier 150. The blank 8 has a longitudinal axis L1 and a transverse axis L2. The blank 8 is foldably connected to the first end panel 20 at the first transverse fold line 21 and foldably connected to the second end panel 30 at the second transverse fold line 31. A panel 10 is provided. The first side panel 40 is foldably connected to the top panel 10 at a first longitudinal fold line 41. The second side panel 50 is foldably connected to the top panel 10 at a second longitudinal fold line 51.

  In the illustrated embodiment, the blank 8 includes six receptacles 12 comprised of tabs 22 and 24 that are on the top panel 10 at each fold line 37 and 39. It is connected. Slits 62 and 63 separate tabs 22 and 24 and arcuate slit 64 separates fold lines 37 and 39. The arcuate slit 64 and tab fold lines 37, 39 extend around each opening 18 of the top panel 10 and define the peripheral edge of each opening 18. In the illustrated embodiment, the tabs 22, 24 surrounding each opening 18 (FIG. 2) are sized differently, the container C is inserted into the opening 18, and the tabs 22, 24 are in the top panel 10. The short tab 22 contacts only the neck N of the container and the long tab 24 contacts both the neck and the lower portion of the flange F when protruding upward from the container, so that the container is lifted when the carrier is lifted. Retained. A variety of different forms of tabs (eg, tabs 22, 24) are within the scope of the present disclosure.

  The diameter of the opening 18 (FIG. 2) of the top panel 10 is related to the diameter of the neck portion N of the container C in order for the container C to be packaged. At the same time that the support tab is pivoted in a polygonal line in contact with 24, the opening can be penetrated. In the illustrated embodiment, the support tabs 22 and 24 of the opening 18 located in the corner are designed slightly differently than the support tabs 22 and 24 of the opening located in the center. In both cases, the support tabs 22, 24 are arranged in the form of four adjacent tabs so that the fold lines 37, 39 of adjacent tabs are at right angles to each other. In both cases, the pair of tabs 24 arranged opposite each other is longer than the other pair of tabs 22. In the illustrated embodiment, the tabs 22, 24, the slits 62, 63, 64 and the fold lines 37, 39 of the two corners of the receptacle 12 of the top panel 10 adjacent to the second end panel 30 are From the arrangement direction of the tabs, slits, and folding lines of the two receptacles arranged at the center, the arrangement directions are rotated by about 45 degrees clockwise and counterclockwise, respectively. The tabs 22 and 24 of the receptacle 12, the slits 62, 63 and 64, and the folding lines 37 and 39 at each corner of the top panel 10 adjacent to the first end panel 20 are four openings arranged in the center. From the arrangement direction of the tabs, slits, and fold lines of the section, the arrangement directions are rotated about 45 degrees counterclockwise and clockwise, respectively. The receptacle 12 of the top panel 10 can have other functional shapes including other tabs, slits, fold lines, tear lines, etc., and other arrangements without departing from the present disclosure. And / or can be configured.

  The blank 8 includes a corner cutout 32 that is substantially adjacent to each corresponding corner of the top panel 10. The fold line 42 of the side panel 40 and the fold line 52 of the side panel 50 extend between the respective cutouts 32 of each side panel to form an inclined side panel region. The shaped side panel generally conforms to the inclined surface of the bottle in the transition region of the change in container shape between the bottle neck and the cylinder of the bottle. The corner cutouts 32 may have other shapes, configurations, and / or configurations and may be removed without departing from the present disclosure.

  The blank 8 is preferably any suitable material formed from cardboard, but having sufficient strength and flexibility that is a function of the cardboard embodiment. The side panels 40 and 50 are longer than the entire length of the top panel 10 and end beyond the cutout 32. The first and second gusset panels 45, 47 are arranged at each corner between the side panels 40, 50 and the end panels 20, 30 of the blank 8. In the illustrated embodiment, the end panels 20, 30 include a corner portion 49 that is foldably connected to the second gusset panel 47 and foldably connected to the end panel. The corner portions 49 of the gusset panels 45 and 47 and the end panels 20 and 30 are connected to bendable lines 53, 55, 57, and 59, respectively. The gusset panels 45 and 47 and the corner panel 49 facilitate the formation of the package 150 to some extent so that the package matches the shape of the container C.

  At each corner portion of the blank 8, the first gusset panel 45 is foldably connected to one of the side panels 40, 50 at a fold line 53, and the second gusset panel 47 is first at a fold line 55. The gusset panel is bendably connected. The second gusset panel is foldably connected to a portion 49 of the corner portion of the end panels 20 and 30 at a fold line 57. A portion 49 of the corner portion is foldably connected to each end panel 20, 30 by a fold line 59. Without departing from the present disclosure, the first and second gusset panels 45, 47 and the corner portion 49 may be of different shapes, configurations, and / or configurations. For example, in one embodiment, the corner portions 49 of each end panel 20, 30 can be removed without departing from the present disclosure.

  The blank 8 includes a handle panel 84 that is foldably connected to the top panel 10 at a lateral fold line 86. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle panel 84 is further defined by bent cuts 87, 89, 91. Without departing from the present disclosure, the blank 8 can include other handle features relative to the handle panel 84, or the handle panel can have other shapes, configurations, and / or configurations. .

  As illustrated in FIGS. 2-7, to form a package 150 according to one preferred method, the bottles C to be packaged are grouped together and the top panel 10 is first the upper end of the bottle C. Is pushed down from above. The cap portion CP of the bottle C contacts the support tabs 22 and 24, and the support tab is pivoted upward with respect to the top panel 10 so as to form the opening 18 in the top panel. As the edges of the support tabs 24 are engaged to the underside of the bottle flange F, the relative upward movement of the container C continues until the tabs 24 snap into place (see FIG. 3). In one embodiment, the short side tab 22 does not reach the flange F, but properly engages the neck of the bottle.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the end panels 20 and 30 are bent downward with respect to the top panel 10 in the direction of the arrow A1. The second gusset panel 47 is then folded inward in the direction of arrow A2 so that the adjacent first gusset panel 45 and side panels 40, 50 are folded down to the appropriate position in FIG. (FIG. 4). As shown in FIG. 4, the second gusset panel 47 and the first gusset panel 45 are arranged such that the second gusset panel 47 is in contact with and overlaps the first gusset panel 45. Guided face-to-face. A portion of each side panel 40, 50 is further in a state of facing the first gusset panel such that a portion of each side panel overlaps and contacts the first gusset panel. Become. In one embodiment, the corner portion 49 of the end panels 20, 30 contributes to the ease of inward folding of the second gusset panel 47 and the package C at the corner of the container C. Adapt to fit firmly fixed to An adhesive such as glue can be applied and applied to the second gusset panel 47 or the first gusset panel 45 so that the side panels 40 and 50 are firmly attached at a position bent downward. Adhesive (e.g., glue) is also applied to the first gusset panel 45 or one of each side panel 40, 50 that overlaps the first gusset panel to securely attach the side panel in a folded position. It is also possible to apply to the part.

  The package 150 can also be formed by other bending and panel positioning processes. For example, FIGS. 5 and 6 illustrate an alternative form for forming the blank 8 in the package 150. As shown in FIG. 5, before the end panels 20 and 30 are folded downward, the side panels 40 and 50 are folded downward with respect to the top panel 10 in the direction of arrow A3 at the folding lines 41 and 51. Is also possible. As shown in FIG. 6, the first gusset panel 45 is folded inward in the direction of arrow A4 to assist in the downward folding of the second gusset panel 47 and the end panels 20,30. It is possible. Prior to folding the end panels 20, 30 downward, glue or other adhesive can be applied (applied) to either or both of the gusset panels 45, 47. When the end panels 20, 30 are folded downward, the gusset panels 45, 47 make a face-to-face contact with the second gusset panel 47 overlapping the first gusset panel 45. 5 and 6, the corner portions 49 of the end panels 20, 30 are opposed to the second gusset panel 47. The glue is one of the end panels 20, 30, the first gusset panel 45, the second gusset panel 47, or the side panels 40, 50 so that the package 150 is securely fixed at an appropriate position where the package 150 is formed. One or more than one.

  In any of the forms that form the package, the package 150 is in an assembled form with adhesive applied between the partially overlapping and bonded gusset panels 45, 47, or between other panels. Retained. Other folding, assembly, or forming steps and forms are within the scope of the present disclosure.

  FIG. 8 shows a blank 208 of a second embodiment of the present disclosure that has features similar to the first embodiment. Accordingly, similar or identical functional features of the embodiments are given similar reference numerals. The blank 208 of the second embodiment includes a small opening 32 at each corner and the gusset panels 45, 47 have a different shape than the gusset panel of the first embodiment. Side panels 40, 50 further include additional longitudinal fold lines 42 a, 52 a extending between each opening 32. Each side panel 40, 50 has an additional foldable panel for positioning relative to the top panel 10. The blank 208 can be formed in the package by the same method described above to form the blank 8 in the package 150.

  FIG. 9 shows a blank 308 for forming the package 350 of the third embodiment of the present disclosure. The blank 308 has the same characteristics as the previous embodiment. Accordingly, similar or identical functional features of the embodiments are given similar reference numerals. The blank 308 of the third example has first and second gusset panels 45 and 47 having functions similar to those of the first and second gusset panels of the previous embodiment. In the third embodiment, each second gusset panel 47 has a base portion 47a adjacent to the opening 32 and an extension 47b including the end of the gusset panel extending from the base portion. The extending portion 47 b of each second gusset panel 47 extends beyond the edge 45 a of the first gusset panel 45 outward in the lateral direction. The base portion 47a of the second gusset panel 47 is foldably connected to a portion 49 of the corner portion of the end panels 20 and 30 at a fold line 57 and is foldably connected to the gusset panel 45 at a fold line 53. Yes. The extending portion 47 b gives a large target area to the package 350 for applying the adhesive. Each first gusset panel 45 of the third embodiment further includes an extension 47b extending outwardly from the edge 45a of the first gusset panel and at least one of the side panels 40, 50 when the package 350 is assembled. It is smaller than the previous embodiment so that a part lies under the side panels 40 and 50.

  9 to 12, the package 350 can be assembled by a method similar to the first embodiment in which the end flaps 20, 30 are first folded downward in the direction of arrow A5 (FIG. 10). . As shown in FIG. 12, the second gusset panel 47 is folded inward toward the lower side of the first gusset panel 45 and the side panels 40, 50 in the direction of the arrow A6. As the side panels 40, 50 are further moved to the low position in the direction of the arrow A7, the first gusset panel is guided to contact the base portion 47a of the gusset panel 47 face to face. The extension 47b extends beyond the edge 45a of the first gusset panel. As the side panels 40, 50 are folded further downward, the side panels overlap the first gusset panel 45 and generally face each other with the first gusset panel 45 being in contact with the first gusset panel 45. It overlaps with the base portion 47 a of the panel 47 and the extending portion 47 b of the gusset panel 47. Adhesive is applied to the extension 47b (or the side panels 40, 50) such that at least a part of the side panels 40, 50 is bonded to at least a part of the extension 47b of the second gusset panel. Is also possible. The base portion 47 a of the second gusset panel 47 can be further bonded to the first gusset panel 45. Other folding and assembly processes and configurations are included within the scope of the present disclosure.

  FIG. 13 shows a fourth embodiment blank 408 of the present disclosure having similar characteristics to the third embodiment blank 308. Accordingly, similar or identical functional features of the embodiments are given similar reference numerals. The blank 408 of the fourth embodiment includes first gusset panels 45 each having an oblique fold line 55a, and the oblique fold lines 55a connect each second gusset panel 47 and each first gusset panel. The fold line 55 is parallel to the connected fold line 55 and is separated from the fold line 55. The added fold line 55a of the fourth embodiment makes it possible to more closely match the gusset panels 45, 47 for various containers C having different sizes. In the fourth embodiment, the fold line 53 connecting each side panel 40, 50 and each first gusset panel 45 has a fold line extending from the edge 45a of the first gusset panel to the opening 32. As it extends, it is inclined upwards or downwards (depending on the frame referenced) with respect to the lateral axis L2. As illustrated in FIG. 13, the first gusset panel 45 and the second gusset panel 47 are arranged in the previous implementation so that a larger surface area is provided for the gusset panel to be firmly fixed in the assembled form. It is larger than the same gusset panel in the example. Without departing from the present disclosure, the gusset panels 45, 47 may have other shapes and include other features.

  As illustrated in FIG. 13, each end panel 20, 30 includes a respective lateral fold line 23, 33, and each end panel is foldably connected independently at each lateral fold line. It is divided into two parts 20a, 20b and 30a, 30b. Each outer portion 20a, 30a of the end panel 20, 30 has a respective bent edge 30c, 20c. Each end panel 20, 30 includes a respective handle panel 121, 123 foldably connected to each end panel at bent fold lines 125, 127.

  In the embodiment of FIG. 13, the blank 408 includes a handle feature 184 on the top panel. The handle feature includes respective handle panels 185, 187 foldably connected to the top panel at respective fold lines 189, 191. When the package is formed from the blank 408, the handle panels 121, 123 are folded so that the package can be gripped by the end panels 20, 30 and the handle panels 185, 187 are folded. It becomes possible to be held by the top panel. For example, the user can position the thumb relative to any group of handle panels 185, 184 (mistake 187) and fold the handle panel to grip the package at the end panels 20, 30 Thus, the other four fingers of the same hand can be positioned on one of the handle panels 121, 123. This method allows the formed package from the blank 408 to be grasped and transported by the user. Alternatively, only the handle feature 184 can be used for gripping a package formed from the blank 408, or only the handle panels 121, 123 of the end panels 20, 30 can be used. A package formed from a blank can also be used to be gripped. Without departing from the present disclosure, the blank 408 and a package formed from the blank can have other handle features, or the illustrated handle features can be removed.

  In the example of FIG. 13, the blank 408 has a dispensing feature for removing the container C from a package formed from the blank. The side panels 40, 50 are arranged between the longitudinal fold lines 41, 51 connecting the top panel 10 and the side panels and the longitudinal fold lines 42, 52 forming an oblique side panel region. It has two tabs 191, 193 formed by each tear line 195, 197. The top panel 10 includes diagonal cuts 199 adjacent to the respective tabs 191 and 193. When the tabs 191 and 193 are operated by separating the tabs from the side panels 40 and 50, the cuts are The top panel is easily torn. In a package formed from a blank 408, each tab 191, 193 can be grasped and lifted to separate the tab from the side panels 40, 50. Each tab 191, 193 is further positioned and pulled to be the starting point for tearing or the starting point for deformation of the top panel 10 at the cut 199 to facilitate removal of the container C from each receptacle 12. Without departing from the present disclosure, the blank 408 and a package formed from the blank may have other dispensing features, or the dispensing features illustrated and described herein may be modified or It can be removed. Blank 408 can be formed into a package in a manner similar to that described above for previous embodiments.

  In accordance with the present disclosure, the blank can be formed from, for example, coated cardboard or similar material. For example, the inside and / or outside of the blank can be coated with a clay (clay) coating or the like. The clay coating may then be printed with articles, advertisements, price codes, and other information and images. The blank may then be coated with varnish to protect the printed information. The blank may be coated on one side or both sides of the blank with a moisture-proof layer, for example. Depending on the embodiment described above, the blank may be made of thick paper that is heavier and harder than normal paper. Blanks can also be made of cardboard, hard paper, or at least other materials that generally have features adapted to the carton that enable the functions described herein. Blanks can also be laminated or coated with one or more sheet-like materials in selected panels or panel sections.

  In accordance with the above-described embodiments of the present disclosure, the fold line does not necessarily have to be a straight line, but can be in a substantially linear weakened form that facilitates folding. Although not intended to narrow the present disclosure, more specifically, a score line such as a line formed with a dull scoring knife or the like that creates a fractured portion or a recessed portion in the material along a desired weakening line, A series of cuts that partially penetrate into the material along the desired weakening line, and / or a series of cuts that partially and / or completely penetrate the material along the desired weakening line, and various combinations of these features Including the fold line.

  As illustrated, a series of slits partially penetrating into the material along the desired line of weakening and / or a series of slits partially and / or fully penetrating and spaced apart in the material along the desired line of weakening , Or various combinations of these features, the tear line may include. As a more specific example, one type of tear line consists of a series of spaced forms that are slightly spaced apart and closely spaced completely through the material, and typically the material across the tear line is temporarily A notch (eg, a piece of material that is small and somewhat cross-linked) is defined between adjacent slits for connection. The notch is broken while tearing along the tear line. The indentation is typically at a relatively small percentage of the tear line, and alternatively it can be removed from or torn away from the tear line such that the tear line is a continuous score line. Is possible. That is, replacement with a continuous slit or the like is within the scope of the present disclosure for each tear line. For example, the score line can be continuous slits or wider than slits without departing from the present disclosure.

  The above embodiments may be described as having one or more panels that are glued together during assembly of the carton embodiment. The term “glue” is intended to include all forms of adhesive commonly used to secure carton panels in place.

  The foregoing description of the disclosure illustrates and describes various exemplary embodiments. Various additions, modifications, changes, and the like can be made to the exemplary embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims. It should be understood that all content contained in the above description or shown by the accompanying drawings is for illustrative purposes and is not intended to be limiting. Although the present disclosure further illustrates and describes only selected embodiments of the present disclosure, the present disclosure can be used in various other combinations, variations, and situations, Changes and modifications within the spirit of the invention may be made in accordance with the above teachings and / or within the skill or knowledge of the relevant fields, as indicated herein. In addition, certain features and features of each embodiment may be selectively replaced and replaced with other illustrative and non-illustrated embodiments of the present disclosure.

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A package for accommodating a plurality of articles, the package comprising:
A panel extending at least partially around the inner periphery of the package, the panel being foldably connected to the top panel, a side panel foldably connected to the top panel, and the top panel A panel comprising an end panel;
At least one opening in the top panel for at least partially receiving at least a portion of one of the articles;
A first gusset panel foldably connected to the side panel;
And a package comprising: the first gusset panel; and a second gusset panel foldably connected to the end panel.   The package of claim 1, wherein the first and second gusset panels are in face-to-face contact.   The package of claim 2, wherein the first gusset panel overlaps the second gusset panel.   4. The package of claim 3, wherein at least a portion of the side panel overlaps the first gusset panel and faces and contacts at least a portion of the first gusset panel.   The package of claim 4, wherein at least a portion of the side panel contacts and contacts at least a portion of the second gusset panel.   The package of claim 2, wherein the second gusset panel overlaps the first gusset panel.   7. The package of claim 6, wherein at least a portion of the end panel contacts and contacts the second gusset panel.   The package of claim 1, wherein the second gusset panel comprises an extension including a base portion foldably connected to the first gusset panel and a distal end of the second gusset panel.   9. The extension extends laterally beyond an edge of the first gusset panel, has no connection to the first gusset panel, and the extension contacts the side panel face-to-face. Package described in.   The package of claim 9, wherein the foundation portion contacts and contacts the first gusset panel.   The package of claim 9, wherein the first gusset panel is adhesively attached to both the first gusset panel and the side panel.   An article comprising a beverage container having an upper portion and a flange, wherein the at least one opening comprises a plurality of openings, each opening comprising a peripheral edge, and the top panel comprising each opening. The package of claim 1 in combination with the article comprising a plurality of tabs foldably attached to the top panel at the periphery of the article.   The plurality of tabs of each opening are located on the underside of the two short tabs of the container and the one flange of the container so as to hold the container in the package The package according to claim 5, comprising two long tabs in contact. A blank forming a package for accommodating a plurality of articles, the blank comprising:
A panel comprising: a top panel; a side panel foldably connected to the top panel; and an end panel foldably connected to the top panel;
At least one receptacle of the top panel;
A first gusset panel foldably connected to the side panel;
And a blank comprising the first gusset panel and a second gusset panel foldably connected to the end panel.   15. The blank of claim 14, wherein the first and second gusset panels are in face-to-face contact when the package is formed from the blank.   When the package is formed from the blank, the first gusset panel overlaps the second gusset panel, and at least a portion of the side panel overlaps the first gusset panel, the first gusset panel 16. The package of claim 15, wherein at least a portion of the side panel is in face-to-face contact and at least a portion of the side panel is in contact with at least a portion of the second gusset panel.   16. When a package is formed from the blank, the second gusset panel overlaps the first gusset panel, and at least a portion of the end panel contacts and contacts the second gusset panel. Blank as described in.   15. The blank of claim 14, wherein the second gusset panel comprises a base portion foldably connected to the first gusset panel and an extension including a distal end of the second gusset panel.   19. The blank of claim 18, wherein the extension extends laterally beyond the edge of the first gusset panel and is not connected to the first gusset panel.   20. The blank of claim 19, wherein when the package is formed from the blank, the extension is in contact with the side panel and the base portion is in contact with the first gusset panel. A method for forming a package comprising:
A blank comprising a top panel, a side panel foldably connected to the top panel, an end panel foldably connected to the top panel, a plurality of receptacles of the top panel, and a fold to the side panel A first gusset panel operatively connected, and a second gusset panel foldably connected to the first gusset panel and the end panel;
Positioning a plurality of articles relative to the blank;
Positioning the blank relative to the article so that the plurality of articles are at least partially received at each receptacle of the plurality of receptacles;
Folding down the end panel relative to the top panel so as to at least partially surround the article within the interior space of the package;
And a downward folding of the side panel relative to the top panel so as to at least partially surround the article within the interior space of the package.   The downward folding of the side panel comprises an inward folding of the second gusset panel to position the first gusset panel in opposition to the second gusset panel. The method according to 21.   23. The method of claim 22, wherein the downward folding of the side panel comprises positioning at least a portion of the side panel opposite the first gusset panel.   The second gusset panel comprises a base portion foldably connected to the first gusset panel, and an extension extending beyond an edge of the first gusset panel, below the side panel 23. The method of claim 22, wherein folding into comprises providing positioning so that at least a portion of the side panel faces the extension.   23. The downward folding of the end panel comprises an inward folding of the gusset panel to position the second gusset panel in opposition to the first gusset panel. The method described.   26. The method of claim 25, wherein the downward folding of the end panel comprises positioning the at least part of the end panel facing the second gusset panel.   Adhesive to at least one of the first gusset panel, the second gusset panel, and the side panel to securely attach the end panel and the side panel in the downwardly folded position The method of claim 21, wherein:

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