Package making – Methods – Plural covers
Reexamination Certificate
2005-03-29
2005-03-29
Luu, Teri Pham (Department: 3644)
Package making
Methods
Plural covers
C047S072000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06871479
ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a modular system for packaging articles for shipment. In particular, a potted plant is placed in a cover, then automatically deposited into a protective sleeve. The potted plant thus packaged is ready for containment within a shipping carton. Various components of the system may be adapted for various packaging needs and circumstances.
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Craig Frank
Straet r Joseph G.
Weder Donald E.
Dunlap Codding & Rogers P.C.
Luu Teri Pham
Palo Francis T.
Wanda M. Weber and WIlliam F. Straeter
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