JPH06503791A - multiple item cartons - Google Patents

Abstract

There is provided a carton for receiving a plurality of cans (12). The carton has apertures in its side walls (21, 22) for receiving the heel portions of the cans (12) and gusset portions between each side wall (21, 22) and the top panel (13). When assembled, one panel (35) of each gusset portion extends partially across the open end area of the carton to prevent dislodgement of the tops of the cans (12).

Description

[Detailed description of the invention] Multi-item cartons and their blanks The present invention relates to a carton and a blank therefor.

Various cardboard sleeves for multi-packs are known and are generally attached to the top edge of the item. with holes at the junction of the side and top panels to accommodate the certain items, especially cans In this case, the necessary holes are placed very close to the edge of the sleeve so that the pack is not easily removed. Be sure to tear off the remaining paper strips whenever they are handled. Of course, Tears have a significant impact on the usefulness of the sleeve, but the carton is compact This is essential not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also from a commercial point of view.

It is clearly desirable to use as little cardboard as possible while preserving structural integrity. Delicious. Moreover, bulkier cartons take up more space and increase transportation costs. vinegar.

According to a first aspect of the invention, there is provided a carton containing a plurality of articles, the carton containing a plurality of articles; The carton has a top portion, a bottom portion, and two side portions, and the side portions and /or the bottom portion has a structure for engaging the lower end portion of at least some of said articles; The gusset part is provided between the side part and the top part, and the gusset part is provided between the side part and the top part. Extending at least partially across the end region.

Preferably two gusset sections cover each side of the carton between each side section and each top section. provided at the end portion. The configuration for engaging the lower end portions respectively receives the lower end portions. It has a hole shape that holds it in place.

In a preferred embodiment, each gusset section includes two panels, the first one facing the top surface. the second one is hinged to the side part to which it is connected; and both the nozzles are hinged together so that the one nozzle is bent toward its connected part, and the other nookuru is bent toward the opening of the carton. Allowing it to extend across the end region.

Said other panel of each gusset portion shall not be further provided with any hinge type. is a preferred feature. Furthermore, said one panel of each gusset portion is contacting its connected top surface portion or preferably side surface portion by one Retained.

Preferably the top portion is hingedly connected to the side portions along opposite side edges. , the two bottom panels are secured together and constitute said bottom portion.

In one configuration, the two bottom panels are formed in an interengaging configuration to separate them. - Make sure to fasten them together. Instead the two bottom panels should be glued together You can also do it.

Conveniently, the carton is adapted to contain two rows of items; The result is two articles facing each open end, with the gusseted portion and the into the carton by means of a configuration provided one by one for each object and a lower end portion that engages. Retained.

Ideally, the carton is formed from cardboard, with hinged connections at fold lines, score lines, Alternatively, it may be formed by discrete score lines.

According to a second aspect of the invention, a carton for accommodating a plurality of articles is manufactured. A blank is provided for the and a panel that is hinged together. and the blank has at least one gusset between each end of the side portion and the top portion. Each gusset is composed of two panels, the first of which is The second one is hinged to the connecting side section and the second one is hinged to the top section. and both panels of the gusset section are hinged together.

Embodiments of the invention will now be described in more detail. Please refer to the attached diagram for its description. Ru.

FIG. 1 shows a blank of the invention.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the blank of FIG. 1 being assembled into a carton.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a carton of the invention made from the blank shown in FIG. .

FIG. 4 is an end view of the carton shown in FIG. 3.

In this case, three cans are arranged in two rows, as shown in FIGS. 2 to 4. six drink cans 12 to form a carton 11 surrounding a plurality of items. A blank lO is shown.

The carton 11 is equipped with two finger holes 14 for easy carrying of the carton. It has an upper surface portion 13 formed by a. to fit the slanted top surface of can 12. The adapted upper side panel 17.18 has a top surface along fold line 15.16. Hinged to each side edge of the minute. The main side panels 21.22 have fold lines 19 ．． 20 to each side of the upper side panels 17,18.

Then the lower side joins the bottom panel 29.30 along the fold line 27.28. The panel is hinged at the lower edge of the side panels 21.22 along fold lines 23.24. concatenated into expressions.

Panel 21.25.29; 22.26.30 engages and secures the lower end portion of can 12. It is formed with holes 31 and features 32 for holding. As can be seen in Figure 4, The lower end portion of the can protrudes to some extent through the hole 31, which is similar to the can 12 inside the carton 11. prevent large lateral movements of the

The bottom panel 29 , 30 closes the blank 10 to form a sleeve-like carton 11 have various configurations 33 designed to interlock and interengage to do.

The blank lO is the part of the gusset interconnecting each side wall 21, 22 with the top part 13. 34 is also formed. Each gusset portion 34 is formed along the fold line 37 to form an upper surface portion. 13, a first panel 35 hingedly connected to the side panels 21, 22 and the butterfly. and a second panel 36 that is serially connected. 1st and 2nd No (Nel 3 5.36 are hinged together along fold line 38. Upper side panel The holes 17, 18 are closed (by providing holes 39).

When forming the carton 11 surrounding the can 12, the top portion is positioned across the top of the can. The side nozzle and bottom nozzle are folded around the can 12. It will be done. When folded, the second panel 36 of the gusset portion 34 is folded behind the side panels 21.22 and the bottom nozzle 29. 30 are linked together. These second nozzles 36 and first portions 35 The lower part is the area between the can 12 and the side panels 21, 22 in the finished carton 11. It is stuck in a fixed position and cannot be easily pulled out. completed cart In the container 11, the first panel 35 of the gusset portion 34 covers the open end area of the carton. partially sealing, thereby preventing the top of the can from being removed from the carton. this is This is clearly shown in FIG.

It is understood that items other than beverage cans may be used in the cartons described above. Will. For example, cartons can be adapted for use with bottles. Furthermore, the color Various types of cans will require slightly modified panel designs. For example, can If does not have an upper beveled surface, the upper side panel 17.18 is removed. , leaving the main side panels 21 , 22 hinged directly to the top section 13 . It is possible. Additionally, it will be appreciated that other bottom wall fixation techniques are envisioned.

For example, another configuration 33 could be used or could just be fixed with adhesive. It is something like that. Additionally, the connections between the ends of the blank are shown as being on the bottom part. However, it will be appreciated that they can be located on the side or top portions if necessary. . In another variant, the first gusset, or any other part, if desired. Another fold line may be added to the panel to adapt it to the shape of the item being accommodated.

Ideally cartons are suitable to be made from cardboard, but other semi-rigid or rigid Sheets may also be used. Furthermore, the fold line may be a cut line or a fold line and a cut line. It may also include any combination.

The carton molds described above provide secure packaging for multiple items. , do not rely on holes to hold the top of the item. Thus the top of the known carton Weak spots between the holes and edges of the parts are eliminated without increasing the size of the carton.

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Claims (14)

[Claims] 1. The carton has a top part, a bottom part, two side parts, and the side parts. across at least a portion of each end of the carton; It has an extending gusset part, and its side parts and/or its bottom part are small. containing a plurality of articles having a configuration for engaging lower end portions of at least some of the articles; carton for storage. 2. Two gusset sections are provided at each end of the carton between each side section and the top section. 2. The carton of claim 1, wherein the carton is 3. The configuration for engaging the lower end portions includes apertures each receiving and retaining the lower end portions. 3. The carton according to claim 1, wherein the carton has a shape. 4. Each gusset section has two panels, the first of which is hinged to the top section. the second one is hinged to the connected side section, and both panels are are hinged together, so that one of said panels faces toward its connection. bent so that the other panel can extend across the open end area of the carton. The carton according to any one of claims 1 to 3. 5. The other panel of each gusset section shall not be provided with any other hinge type. The carton according to any one of claims 1 to 4. 6. said one panel of each gusset portion is damaged by one of said items during use. 6. The device according to claim 5, wherein the device is held against a continuous top surface or preferably against a side portion of the device. carton. 7. The top section is hinged to the side sections along opposite side edges, and each side section is hinged to the bottom panel, and the two bottom panels are tied together. The carton according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the bottom surface portion is formed of a polyester resin. 8. The two bottom panels are formed in an interengaging configuration to tie them together. 8. The carton of claim 7, wherein the carton is removable. 9. A carton according to claim 7, wherein the two bottom panels are glued together. . 10. The carton is adapted to receive two rows of items, so that the two items Facing each open end, there is a gusseted section, one of which is designated for each item. and a lower end portion that engages the structure that allows the item to be retained within the carton. A carton according to any one of claims 1 to 9. 11. The carton is formed of cardboard and the hinged connections are located at the fold line, score line or Any one of claims 1 to 10, which may be constituted by discrete score lines. carton. 12. The blank has a top part, two side parts, and a bottom part. comprising panels hinged together, said blank having lateral sides at each end thereof; and at least one gusset portion between the top portion and the top portion, each gusset portion having two gusset portions. It consists of two panels, the first of which is hinged to the connected side section. a second one is hinged to the top section and connects both panels of the gusset section. are hinged together to create a carton for receiving multiple items. Blank for. 13. A carton substantially as described and illustrated above with reference to the accompanying drawings. 14. A plank substantially as described and illustrated above with reference to the accompanying drawings.