Article carrier

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2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Newhouse, Nathan J (Department: 3782)

Envelopes, wrappers, and paperboard boxes

Paperboard box

Lifting or suspending element

C229S103200, C206S139000, C206S161000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07900815

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates a carrier comprising: (a) a bottom wall; (b) two sidewalls; and (c) a top wall having a first edge that forms an edge of at least one collapsible tab when the tab is uncollapsed and a second edge that forms an edge of at least one other collapsible tab when the tab is uncollapsed, wherein the collapsible tabs are adapted to collapse downward and fold inward and out of the plane of the top wall.The carrier of the present invention provides a grasping and handling feature which eliminates the formation of concentrated stress areas while providing a comfortable grip for the consumer.

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