Flexible bags – With closure – Independent closures for single access opening
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-23
2006-05-23
Pascua, Jes F. (Department: 3727)
Flexible bags
With closure
Independent closures for single access opening
C383S063000, C383S203000, C383S207000, C383S210000, C383S065000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07048442
ABSTRACT:
A reclosable package for scoopable products, such as flour and detergent. The package has a closed plastic zipper installed in a gusset. The gusset comprises first and second panels connected at a fold line. The zipper comprises first and second zipper portions respectively joined to the first and second gusset panels. In one embodiment, the zipper portions are connected by a fold line situated adjacent the gusset fold line. In another embodiment, the zipper portions are connected by a fold line situated away from the gusset. In a third embodiment, the zipper portions are not connected prior to opening the package along the gusset fold line. A peel seal is placed between the zipper portions and above the interlocked profiled closure elements of the zipper.
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Ausnit Steven
Schneider John H.
Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Ostrager Chomg Flaherty & Broitman P.C.
Pascua Jes F.
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