JP7385354B2 - Resealable containers including inserts and manufacturing methods - Google Patents

Description

A resealable container including an accessible insert and a method for manufacturing the container are disclosed. This container has particular use as a container for elongated smoking articles such as cigarettes.

The use of inserts as a means of communication is common in industrial fields.

WO 2015/011621 shows a resealable pack that includes an insert, which has a shape (at its top) that reflects an offset seal on the lid. The reflective portion of the insert provides tabs thereby providing access to the insert. Such a configuration would require a container and a method for radically modifying the container.

WO 2015/045070 provides an inner liner with a fin seal across the front wall for forming a pocket in the front wall of the container to retain the insert. The pocket significantly limits the size of the insert.

With respect to the above-mentioned containers, as well as commonly utilized resealable containers and in particular automatically resealable containers, the use of inserts is useful for accessing additional components such as inserts. It is not viable because there is no space to do so.

One object of the present invention is to provide a container that allows both automatic opening and resealing of an internally sealed package based on opening the outer lid and accessing the insert. Another object of the invention is a method of making such a container.

In one aspect of the invention, a container is described. The container includes a housing comprising a box and a lid hinged to the box. The lid has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The container also includes an inner package disposed at least partially within the housing and at least partially defining an interior volume for containing the consumer product. The inner package has an outer surface and an inner surface, and the inner surface contacts the inner surface of the box. The container also includes a resealable label configured to open and close the inner package when the lid of the housing is opened and closed. The resealable label has an exterior surface and an interior surface, the interior surface comprising a sealed area and an unsealed area. The container also includes an insert positioned between the interior surface of the box and the exterior surface of the inner package. At least a portion of the insert contacts an unsealed area of the interior surface of the resealable label.

In another aspect of the invention, a method includes cutting an inner liner having an outer surface and an inner surface to form an opening in the inner package. The insert is attached to the outer surface of the inner liner. A resealable label is attached over both a portion of the insert and a portion of the outer surface of the inner liner. The interior surface of the resealable label has a sealed area and an unsealed area, with only the unsealed area disposed on the insert. A bundle of consumer goods is formed by wrapping the consumer goods with an inner liner. A container is formed around the bundle of consumer goods such that the insert is positioned between the inner liner and the container.

Various aspects of the invention may provide one or more advantages over containers and methods currently available or previously described. For example, the present container combines the use of an insert with an automatically resealable feature that could not be combined until the time of the present invention. Furthermore, by allowing the insert to be at least partially under the label, additional space for the insert is made available compared to an insert without partial overlap. This is particularly important for automatically resealable packs, where the lower edge of the label is attached to the inside of the lid. This discourages placing the insert on the outside of the label, which would otherwise prevent the label and lid connection. Advantageously, additional space may be used to facilitate access to the insert. Furthermore, space for additional means of communication is available. Furthermore, the present container allows the combination of two features without losing the proper functionality of automatic containment of the inner feature. Additionally, the methods disclosed herein are performed using standard sealed packaging process equipment and little or no process modification, thereby adding no additional manufacturing complexity or cost and allowing for the functionality of having inserts. A resealable container can be provided.

The invention is applicable to any suitable container for consumer goods, such as elongated smoking articles. It is known to package consumer goods (eg, elongated smoking articles) in containers formed from folded layered blanks. For example, elongated smoking articles such as cigarettes and cigars are commonly sold in hinge-lid packs having a box containing the smoking article and a lid connected to the box by a hinge line extending across the rear wall of the container. be done.

The container may take any suitable shape for containing consumer goods. For example, as already mentioned, the container can include a housing that can be described as a hinged lid container with one or more hinged lids connected to a box containing the consumer product. In one or more embodiments, the container may be a slide-and-shell container with an inner slide for housing a consumer product mounted within an outer shell. If the container is a slide and shell container, the outer shell or inner slide may include one or more hinged lids. The container may be formed from any suitable material including, but not limited to, cardboard, cardboard, plastic, metal, other materials or combinations thereof. The weight of the cardboard can be from about 100 grams/square meter to about 350 grams/square meter.

The containers described herein will generally have the same or similar shape as the housing. The housing according to the invention can therefore be in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped with a longitudinal right-angled end and a transverse right-angled end. Alternatively, the housing includes one or more longitudinal radiused edges, transverse radiused edges, longitudinal chamfered edges or transverse chamfered edges, other types of edges, or combinations thereof. sell. For example, and without limitation, a housing according to the invention may include one or more of the following features.

- one or two longitudinal rounded or chamfered edges on at least one of the front and rear walls;
- one or two transverse rounded or chamfered edges on at least one of the front and rear walls;
one longitudinal rounded end and one longitudinal chamfered end of the front wall or one transverse rounded end and one transverse chamfered end of the rear wall.
one longitudinal rounded end and one longitudinal chamfered end of the front wall and one transverse rounded end and one transverse chamfered end of the rear wall.
one or two transverse radiused or chamfered edges of the front wall and one or two longitudinal radiused or chamfered edges of the front wall;
- two longitudinal rounded or chamfered ends of the first side wall or two transverse rounded or chamfered ends of the second side wall;

If the housing comprises one or more rounded ends, the blank forming the housing may have 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 horizontal lines or lines forming each rounded end in the assembled container. It is preferable to include vertical ruled lines. The horizontal or vertical lines can be either on the inside of the housing or on the outside of the housing. Preferably, the horizontal or vertical ruled lines are spaced from each other by about 0.3 mm to 4 mm.

Preferably, the spacing between the vertical or horizontal ruled lines is a function of the thickness of the layered blank. Preferably, the spacing between vertical or horizontal ruled lines is about 0.5 to about 4 times the thickness of the layered blank.

If the housing includes one or more chamfered edges, the width of the chamfered edges is preferably from about 1 mm to about 10 mm, and preferably from about 2 mm to about 6 mm. In one or more embodiments, the housing has a double chamfer formed by three parallel vertical or horizontal creases spaced such that two distinct chamfers are formed on the edges of the container. may be provided. If the housing has a chamfered edge, the chamfer is preferably formed by two parallel vertical or horizontal creases in the layered blank forming the container. The vertical or horizontal ruled lines may be arranged symmetrically about the edge between the first wall and the second wall. Alternatively, a vertical or horizontal score can be placed on the edge between the first and second walls such that the chamfer reaches deeper into the first wall of the housing than into the second wall of the container. It can be arranged asymmetrically.

Alternatively, the housing may have a non-rectangular cross-section, for example polygonal (such as triangular or hexagonal), or oval, semi-elliptical, circular or semicircular.

Containers according to the invention find particular use as packs for elongated smoking articles, such as, for example, cigarettes, cigars or cigarillos. In other embodiments, the consumer product may be an aerosol-generating article, such as an article that heats but does not burn tobacco. Naturally, by appropriate selection of its dimensions, the container according to the invention can be designed for a different number of conventional size, king size, super king size, slim or super slim cigarettes. By appropriate selection of its dimensions, the container or housing according to the invention can be designed to hold different total numbers of smoking articles or different arrangements of smoking articles. For example, by appropriate selection of its dimensions, a container or housing according to the invention can be designed to hold a total of 10 to 30 smoking articles.

As well as housing a bundle of smoking articles, the container may further contain other consumer goods such as, for example, matches, lighters, fire extinguishing means, breath fresheners or electronic devices. Other consumer goods may be attached to the outside of the container, may be contained within the container along with the smoking article in a separate compartment of the container, or any combination thereof.

The disclosed container includes a housing. The housing has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The housing also has a rear wall, a front wall and two side walls. The housing includes a lid and a box.

The lid of the housing is hinged to the box and adapted to be operated between an open position and a closed position. In the open position, the consumer has access to consumer goods located within the housing. The lid is hinged to the box along a hinge line that extends across the rear wall or the upper end of the rear wall of the housing. The hinge line may be, for example, a fold or score line in a panel forming the rear wall of the housing. The lid and box are further defined by a tear line. Opening line means the line drawn between the lid and the box, which starts at one end of the hinge line and traverses the right side of the housing, the front of the housing, then the left side of the housing, or vice versa, and ends at the hinge line. End at the other end of the line.

Preferably, the box includes a box front wall, a box left wall, a box right wall, a box rear wall, and a box bottom wall. The box has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The front wall of the box has an upper edge that corresponds to the lower edge of the lid when closed.

Preferably, the lid includes a front lid wall, a left lid wall, a right lid wall, a rear lid wall, and a top lid wall. The lid has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The front wall of the lid also has a lower end.

The container also includes an inner package. The inner package is at least partially disposed within the housing of the container. The inner package can be configured to house a consumer product. Exemplary consumer goods may include smoking articles, such as elongated smoking articles. Certain exemplary elongate smoking articles can include, for example, cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, consumer products such as aerosol-generating articles that heat but do not burn tobacco, or combinations thereof.

The inner package may be made of any suitable material, such as polymeric material, metal foil, other materials, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the inner package comprises a polymeric material such as a polyethylene film, a polyolefin film, a polylactic acid (PLA) film, or some combination thereof. Preferably, the inner package may include at least a first layer and a second layer attached to its periphery, forming a package with an interior volume.

The inner package includes an access opening that allows access to the consumer product contained therein when the inner package is opened. A flap of the inner package covers the access opening when the container and flap are in the closed position. The access opening is at least partially uncovered when the container and flap are in the open position. The access opening may be cut during manufacture, for example. Preferably, the flap forms an S-shaped curve with at least two turning points when the flap is opened.

The inner package also includes a flap. Preferably, the first layer of the multilayer inner package comprises a flap. A resealable label with one or more adhesive areas can be used to attach the flap to the interior surface of the lid.

The resealable label may be configured to attach the flap to the interior surface of the lid as well as to reseal the inner package. In one such embodiment, when the lid and inner package are opened, the flap and the portion of the second layer attached to the flap, the sealing region, separate from each other along the first and second cuts, respectively. , exposing the access opening. The resealable label may be attached to the lid using any suitable technique, for example, mechanical fasteners, adhesives, thermal adhesives or ultrasonic adhesives. Preferably, the resealable label can be attached to the lid using an adhesive, more preferably a durable adhesive. The flap through the resealable label may be configured to be reattached to the second layer when the flap and lid of the container are in the closed position.

As mentioned above, additional space may advantageously be used to facilitate access to the insert. Furthermore, space for additional means of communication is available. The resealable label allows the inner package to be opened and closed repeatedly for individual access to the consumer product. Preferably, the resealable label provides sufficient adhesion to reattach the flap at least as many times as there are consumer goods in the inner package. Preferably, the resealable label allows the consumer to open and reseal the inner package until the package is emptied.

The resealable label has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The exterior surface of the resealable label may be configured to permanently attach the label and flap of the inner package to the interior surface of the front wall of the lid.

The interior surface of the resealable label can include at least a sealed area and an unsealed area. The sealing region may be adapted to simultaneously move the flap and the access opening of the inner package between the open and closed positions upon movement of the lid between the open and closed positions. In the closed position, the flap and label cover the access opening of the inner package and are resealably attached to the inner package by resealable adhesive in the sealing area. In the open position, the flap and label are at least partially separated from the inner package and the access opening of the inner package is at least partially uncovered or open. Preferably, the sealed area of the label may utilize an adhesive, for example a pressure sensitive adhesive. The unsealable area of the inner surface of the label is positioned on the resealable label so that it can be positioned towards the lower end of the lid when attached to the lid. The unsealed area may allow the adhesive area to be released more easily. Note that the unsealed areas may contain adhesives, but such adhesives do not contribute to the sealing of the inner package. Adhesive in one such embodiment is preferably used to attach the insert to the label so that opening the label pulls the insert away from the container.

The container also includes an insert. Inserts can be used for communication (information transmission) . The insert can include or be made from any suitable material. For example, the insert can include cardboard, paperboard, paper, plastic, metal, or combinations thereof. The insert can be printed on, for example, using any known printing technique. The insert can be folded to increase the available communication space. The insert can be folded longitudinally, transversely, or both longitudinally and transversely. Preferably, at least one dimension of the insert (whether whole or folded), for example the height of the insert, can be less than the height of the front wall of the box. Preferably, the length of the insert is between the longest longitudinal length of the front wall and the length of the front wall in the area of the access area. Such a configuration allows the maximum length of the insert to be used. Preferably, other dimensions of the insert (whether whole or folded), such as the width of the insert, can be smaller than the width of the front of the box. Due to the ability to fold the insert one, two, or more times, the overall surface area of the insert can be larger than the front wall of the box.

The insert is positioned between the interior surface of the front wall of the box and the exterior surface of the front wall of the inner package. At least a portion of the insert contacts an unsealed area of the interior surface of the resealable label. The insert need not be affixed to the exterior surface of the inner package. This can be accomplished using any suitable technique, such as mechanical attachment, adhesives, thermal bonding, ultrasonic bonding, utilizing micro-suction features, or any combination thereof. Preferably, the insert is affixed to the external surface of the inner package using an adhesive, micro-suction features, or some combination thereof.

The container may also include an optional inner frame disposed within the box. The inner frame may be placed inside the front wall of the box. Alternatively, the inner frame may be disposed within the inner liner. Advantageously, the inner frame with a large surface area provided adjacent to the front wall of the box increases the structural strength of the container. This is particularly advantageous for subsequent use when the container is not completely filled. The container may also optionally include an inner liner. The inner liner may package consumer goods. The inner liner and the consumer product may collectively be referred to as the inner package. A carton including a lid and at least one sidewall can accommodate multiple containers described herein.

Also disclosed herein are methods for manufacturing containers. As mentioned above, advantageously, in a structure where the label at least partially overlies the insert, additional space for the insert is made available compared to an insert without overlap. In particular, the lower edge of the label is attached to the inside of the lid so that the insert never rests on top of the label. In other respects this prevents the connection of the label and the lid. However, in containers similar to those currently available on the market, where the label is pre-attached to the inner liner at the transducer and provided on the bobbin during container manufacture, this means that the attachment of the insert below the label make it complicated.

The disclosed method may be utilized in conjunction with any process for forming packages of consumer goods bundles and for forming containers thereabout. For example, the disclosed methods can be utilized with standard hermetic packaging processes, equipment and systems for performing such processes. In some embodiments, the disclosed method may utilize two labelers, one to attach the insert to the inner package and the other to attach a resealable label to the inner package for the insert combination.

The disclosed methods may include various steps that may be performed in various orders and may or may not include other steps. The various steps may be accomplished simultaneously with, prior to, or after transport of the interacting articles along a transport belt or transport system. The various steps may also be accomplished by or in conjunction with electronic or robotic control of the article along with the transportation system to carry out the disclosed methods. Other known control and movement processes may also be utilized in conjunction with the specific steps described herein. Any of the steps disclosed herein may be accomplished on a single device or using a system of one or more devices configured to interact with each other to perform the step.

In some example methods, one step includes cutting the inner liner that is ultimately folded to form the inner package and form the opening. The exemplary method may also include cutting the inner liner from a continuous roll of inner liner material. These two cutting steps (as well as other steps) may be performed at the same time or at different times. Any suitable technique or combination of techniques may be utilized to cut the inner liner. For example, the process of cutting the inner liner or a continuous roll of inner liner (or both) may include, for example, the use of a rotating wheel with one or more blades attached to the rotating wheel, the use of die punching tool(s), etc. Alternatively, it may be carried out by using other suitable cutting devices, separating devices, or both cutting devices and separating devices.

Some example methods may also include embossing the inner liner. This step can be accomplished before cutting the inner liner, after, or both. The process of stamping the inner liner can be used to provide fold lines that are used to form the inner package around the consumer product. Embossing may also be designed to form a pattern that may improve or control the opening and closing forces of the resealable label. If such a process is performed, any suitable technique or combination of techniques may be utilized to stamp out the inner liner.

In some example methods, the insert is mounted on the outer surface of the inner liner. This step can be accomplished before or after the inner liner is cut to form the opening. Preferably, this step is performed after the inner liner has been cut to form the openings. Any suitable technique or combination of techniques may be utilized to attach the insert to the outer surface of the inner liner. The purpose of this step is to avoid the insert from falling out of the inner liner during the rest of the manufacturing process. Therefore, this process involves the use of adhesives (either permanent or temporary), micro-suction features (either on the insert or inner liner, or both), and natural cohesive forces between the two (e.g., static electricity, etc.). , or any combination thereof. Any suitable technique or combination of techniques may be utilized to attach the insert to the outer surface of the inner liner. The particular technique utilized may depend, at least in part, on the particular method in which, if present, the insert and inner liner remain in contact (e.g., by adhesive, microsuction features, or a combination thereof). ).

In some embodiments, the insert can be attached to the inner liner using a labeler. The labeler positions the insert on the outer surface of the inner liner, or more preferably, on the portion of the outer surface of the inner liner that will ultimately become the front panel of the inner package. In some embodiments, a labeler may be configured with a process or device to affect the method of maintaining contact between the insert and the inner liner. The adhesive between the insert and the inner liner is sufficiently rigid that, during use, the insert cannot be removed from the outer surface of the inner liner, or is long-lasting (or Note that contact is maintained during manufacture, although to a lesser extent (both). For example, an adhesive (either permanent or temporary) is positioned between the insert and the inner liner, either on the insert, on the inner liner, or some combination thereof. Alternatively, one or both of the inner liner and insert can have micro-suction features formed therein or thereon. Alternatively, a droplet of liquid (e.g., water) may be positioned on the insert, the inner liner, or both, and van der Waals from the interaction of the liquid with the insert, the inner liner, or both. A force may maintain contact between the insert and the inner liner until the liquid evaporates. Preferably, the liquid utilized to induce van der Waals forces is one that does not substantially degrade the insert, inner liner, or both.

The next step involves attaching a resealable label to the insert to the inner liner combination. This step can be accomplished after the insert has been installed on the outer surface of the inner liner. A resealable label is attached over a portion of the outer surface of the inner liner and a portion of the insert. Only the unsealable area of the resealable label is placed on or in contact with the insert. Preferably, the resealable label is capable of attaching the inner liner to the insert combination using a labeler. The labeler is placed on the interior surface of the resealable label, more preferably on the exterior surface of the inner liner, or even more preferably on the interior liner that is ultimately attached to the interior surface of the lid of the container. The sealing area of the resealable label is placed on a portion of the exterior surface. In some embodiments, a labeler may be configured with a process or device (or both) that affects the placement of resealable labels. A resealable label is manufactured in a manufacturing process using a release liner (such as paper or similar material coated with a release or non-stick material) that contacts at least the sealed area of the interior surface of the resealable label. Please note that it may be provided. The methods disclosed herein can also optionally include removing such release liner before the resealable label is placed in inner liner contact with the insert.

Once the inner liner to insert to label combination is formed, a bundle of consumer products can be formed by packaging the consumer product with the inner liner to insert to label combination. The bundle is formed such that the inserts into the labels are on the outside of the bundle. This step may be accomplished using any suitable technique or combination of techniques, including cutting techniques, folding techniques, wrapping techniques, or combinations thereof. After the bundle of consumer goods is formed, a container can be formed around the bundle. The container ultimately comprises a box and a lid hinged to the box. This step may be accomplished using any suitable technique or combination of techniques, including cutting techniques, folding techniques, wrapping techniques, and the like.

The term "internal surface" refers throughout this specification to the surface of the components of an assembled container that faces toward the interior of the container (e.g., toward the consumer product) when the container is in the closed position. used to mean. For example, the outer film has an inner surface facing the housing of the container.

The term "external surface" is used throughout this specification to mean the surface of a component of a container that faces the outside of the container. For example, the outer film comprises an outer surface facing away from the housing of the container. It should be noted that the inner or outer surface does not necessarily correspond to the constant side of the blank used to assemble the container. Depending on how the blank is folded around the consumer product, areas on the same side of the container may face either the inside or the outside of the container.

As used herein, the terms "front", "rear", "upper", "lower", "upper", "lower" and "side" refer to the lid of the housing in the closed position. , with a hinge line at the rear of the container, meaning the relative position of the parts of the container according to the invention and its components when the container is in the upright position. When describing containers according to the invention, these terms are used regardless of the orientation of the container being depicted. The rear or back wall of the container includes a hinge line.
Reference is now made to the drawings in which some aspects of the invention are illustrated.

FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view of a container in an open position, comprising an access area including a line of weakness and an insert. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the side of the container of FIG. 1 in an open position; FIG. 3 is a schematic perspective view of the front of the container of FIG. 1 in a closed position; FIG. FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of the container showing only portions of the inner package, resealable label and insert. FIG. 5 is a schematic perspective view of the container in the open position, where the insert is adhered to the inner package. 6 is a schematic perspective view of the container of FIG. 5 with the insert removed from the container; FIG.

1 and 2, a schematic perspective view (and a cross-sectional view in FIG. 2) of one embodiment of a container 10 for consumer goods is illustrated. The container includes a housing 12 that includes a box 14 and a lid 20 hinged to the box by a hinge line (not shown). The box has a front wall 16 and a rear wall 18. The front wall of the box has an upper end 21. The box also has an inner surface 17 and an outer surface 19. The hinge line extends across the rear wall 18 of the box 14 of the container 10 and functions to allow the lid 20 to move from a closed position (FIG. 3) to an open position as illustrated in FIG. Lid 20 has a front wall 24 with an interior surface 22 and an exterior surface 26 (FIG. 2).

Inner package 30 is disposed within housing 12 . Inner package 30 at least partially defines an interior volume for housing a consumer product. The inner package 30 is comprised of a barrier material to hermetically seal the consumer product until the container is first opened. The barrier material may consist of a metal foil or a plastic and metal laminate. Inner package 30 includes a front wall 32 and a rear wall 34 (see FIG. 2). Inner package 30 includes an outer surface 33. The inner package also includes a first layer 40 and a second layer 50 attached to the interior surface of the first layer.

Inner package 30 includes an access opening 54 through which a consumer product (not shown) may be removed. Access opening 54 is covered by flap 44 when the flap is in the closed position (FIG. 3). Additionally, access opening 54 is at least partially uncovered when flap 44 is in the open position. A resealable label 45 can be used to attach the flap to the interior surface of the lid. The resealable label 45 includes an interior surface and an exterior surface. Its internal surface comprises a sealed area and an unsealed area (shown in more detail in Figure 4). Flap 44 may be attached to first layer 40 along hinge line 49 (FIG. 2). Upon opening the lid, the flap and the portion 55 of the second layer 50 attached to the flap are pulled away from the inner package 30 along the first line of weakness and the second line of weakness (not shown herein). The flap 44 is also attached to the interior surface 22 (FIG. 2) of the front wall 24 of the lid 20 so that it is separated and the access opening 54 is exposed. The flap 44 is adapted such that the access opening 54 overlaps the sealing area 72 such that the flap is attached to the second layer 50 within the sealing area 72 when the flap is in the closed position.

Referring to FIG. 2, a schematic cross-sectional view of the container 10 of FIG. 1 is illustrated with the lid 20 and flap 44 in an open position. Inner package 30 is shown disposed within box 14 of housing 12 . Flap 44 is attached to lid 20. In the open position, the flap 44 forms an S-shape. The geometry of container 10 is such that flap 44 automatically reseals to inner package 30 when flap (and lid 20) is returned to the closed position.

Additionally, all figures show insert 60. The insert 60 is positioned between the interior surface 17 of the front wall 18 of the box and the exterior surface 32 of the front wall 31 of the inner package 30. The insert has an upper end 35 accessible via an access area 62. The insert may be made of any useful material, have any useful dimensions, and may optionally be folded either laterally or longitudinally. The insert is positioned generally below the sealing area 72 of the second layer 50. If the insert is positioned above the sealing area 72, the adhesive portion of the label that serves to close the inner package will adhere to the insert and the inner package will not be resealable.

Referring to FIG. 3, a schematic perspective view of one embodiment of a closed container is shown. As can be seen from this figure, the label 45 is inside the lid and in contact with the interior surface of the lid. The interior surface of the label includes a sealed area 46 and an unsealed area 47. As can be seen from this figure, the insert 60 between the inner liner and the container contacts only the unsealed area 47 of the label 45 and not the sealed area 46.

Referring to FIG. 4, a cross-sectional view of a portion of the container is shown. The portion shown includes inner liner 30, insert 60 and resealable label 45. As can be seen in FIG. 4, the insert 60 is positioned between the inner liner 30 and the resealable label 45. The resealable label 45 has an interior surface 53 and an exterior surface 51. Insert 60 contacts interior surface 53. Only unsealed areas 47 of label 45 contact insert 60 and sealed areas 43 contact inner liner 30. Note also that while sealing area 43 is on interior surface 53, exterior surface 51 includes a permanent adhesive area 52 that attaches resealable label 45 to the interior surface of lid 24.

FIG. 5 shows a container 10 for consumer goods that not only includes some similar features as seen in FIGS. 1 and 2, but also includes an insert adhesive portion 71 that serves to attach the insert to the inner liner. 1 shows a schematic perspective view of one embodiment. FIG. Note that the insert adhesive portion 71 is located between the inner liner and the insert. This adhesive may be applied to maintain the insert in contact with the inner liner during manufacturing. Preferably, the adhesive (or other fixative) is not so rigid or long-lasting that the insert cannot be removed from the container. FIG. 6 shows a similar container with the insert removed from the container and also shows that the insert 64 can be optionally folded.

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cutting an inner liner to form an opening (54) of the inner package (30), the inner liner comprising an outer surface (33) and an inner surface;
initially installing an insert (60) on the outer surface of the inner liner;
subsequently applying a resealable label (45) over both a portion of the insert and a portion of the outer surface of the inner liner so as to cover the cut forming the opening; A resealable label has an inner surface (53) and an outer surface (51), the inner surface of the resealable label includes a sealed area (46) and an unsealed area (47), and the resealable label attaching, in which only the unsealed area of the possible internal surface of the label is disposed on the insert;
packaging consumer products with the inner liner to form a bundle of consumer products including the resealable label ;
forming a container (10) around the bundle of consumer goods such that the resealable label is positioned inside the container , the insert being between the inner liner and the container; and forming, the container comprising a box (14) and a lid (20) hinged to the box. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein attaching an insert onto the outer surface of the inner liner includes applying an adhesive. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein attaching an insert onto the outer surface of the inner liner includes utilizing micro-suction features. 4. The method of claim 3, wherein the micro-suction features are on the inner liner. 4. The method of claim 3, wherein the micro-suction feature is on the insert. The method of claim 1, wherein the insert is attached to the external surface of the front wall (32) of the inner liner. 2. The method of claim 1, further comprising embossing the inner liner before the openings are cut. 2. The method of claim 1, further comprising attaching the outer surface of the resealable label to the inner surface (22) of the lid. 2. The method of claim 1, further comprising forming an inner frame around the consumer product before the bundle is formed using the inner liner.

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