Binder device releasably engaging aperture or notch of sheet – Depository
Reexamination Certificate
2000-03-17
2002-08-13
Fridie, Jr., William (Department: 3722)
Binder device releasably engaging aperture or notch of sheet
Depository
C402S070000, C281S029000, C281S031000, C281S037000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06431779
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Binders are widely used to store loose leaf papers. For example, a binder may include a three-ring binding mechanism to receive papers that have a set of holes along its inner longitudinal edge. However, there is a need for a binder that includes a pocket to receive additional papers or to receive papers without holes, wherein the pocket is easily accessible and is expandable to accommodate large amounts of papers.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is a binder having a binding mechanism and a pocket for receiving papers. The pocket is located below the binding mechanism, and is easily accessible and expandable. In one embodiment, the invention is a binder for receiving loose leaf papers including an upper panel and a binding mechanism coupled to the upper panel. The binder further includes a lower, panel coupled to the upper panel such that a pocket is formed between the lower panel and the upper panel. In another embodiment, the invention is a binder for receiving loose leaf papers including an upper panel and a binding mechanism coupled to the upper panel. The binder further includes a lower panel coupled to the upper panel such that a pocket is formed between the lower panel and the upper panel.
Other objects and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following description and the accompanying drawings.
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DeBlasis Thomas
Moor Marc L.
Fridie, Jr. William
Hine LLP Thompson
The Mead Corporation
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