Abstract:
A molded polymeric container includes a substantially cylindrical body portion (12) and a bottom portion (20). The bottom portion (20) includes a central pushup area (30) that is substantially symmetrical about the longitudinal axis (18), a plurality of support feet (22) separated by ribs (34). Advantageously, the radius of the pushup area (Rp) is between 10 to 50 % of the radius of the sidewall (RL) of the body portion (12). The longitudinal distance between the central point of the pushup area and the bottom of the support feet (Dp) is no more than 100 % of the radius of the pushup area (Rp). Moreover, the radius of curvature of the ribs (R5) is no less than about 70 % of the radius of the sidewall (RL) of the body portion (12).
Abstract:
A blank (2) is molded for the manufacture of a multi-layer preform (1). The blank possesses protrusions (5). After the protrusions (5) have been brought to a plasticised state under the action of heat, those surfaces that contain protrusions (5) are covered by a layer of plasticised material. The blank (2) becomes connected to the layer (6) in the area of the protrusions (5). After cooling of the preform created from the blank (2) and the layer (6), the blank (2) will be connected with the layer (6) by means of microweld positions (7) in the area of the said protrusions (5). With that, delamination of the preform (1) during further processing or use will be effectively prevented.
Abstract:
A method of manufacturing a metallic can body (24) that is shaped distinctively in order to enhance its visual presentation to consumers includes, in one embodiment, steps of providing a can body blank (10) that has a sidewall that is of a substantially constant diameter; providing a mold unit (38) that has at least one mold wall (46) that defines a mold cavity conforming a desired final shape of the can body (24); positioning the can body blank (10) within the mold cavity (46); and supplying a pressurized fluid into the mold cavity so that the can body blank (10) is forced by pressure against the mold wall (46), causing the can body blank (10) to assume the desired final shape of the can body (24). Axial compression is preferably applied to the can body blank in order to reduce internal stresses during molding of the container. A second embodiment includes steps of radially deforming the can body blank in selected areas by selected amounts to achieve an intermediate can body that is radially modified, but is still symmetrical about its axis; and superimposing a preselected pattern of mechanical deformations that have an axial component onto the intermediate can body. Related apparatus and processes are also disclosed.
Abstract:
A reclosable can top closure (4) includes a fixed insert (8) having a pouring aperture, and a twist-to-open closure element initially installed in the aperture. Breakable tamper-indicating means (10) connect the closure element to an anchor (7) attached to the insert, or to the top of the can. After the can has been opened, a flexible tether (5) prevents the closure element from being lost or discarded.
Abstract:
A beverage can closure assembly with an improved pressure seal includes an insert (8) hermetically installed in the can top (2), and a closure (4) comprising a plug (14) received in an aperture in the insert. A plate portion of the closure, above the plug, has an outwardly extending rim whose lower surface abuts the top of the insert when the plug is screwed into the insert. A good seal is obtained by providing a groove (15) in the bottom surface of the rim and a complementary bead on the insert, around the aperture. The bead has an interference fit in the groove when the plug is secured in the insert.
Abstract:
A preform mold assembly (20) for the injection molding of a multi-layer preform for use in the blow molding of container. The preform mold assembly (20) comprises a preform mold having a gate (24) for receiving molten plastic material. The preform mold has a cavity (26) with longitudinal axis and defines an inner surface (27a). A core-pin (32) is situated within the cavity (26) and spaced from the inner surface (27a). A preform cavity is formed between the inner surface (27a) of the cavity (26) and the core-pin (32) for receiving molten plastic from the gate (24). A threadsplit portion (30) is situated within the cavity (26) at a location remote from the gate (24). The inner surface (27a) of the cavity (26) defines a plurality of flutes (34) formed generally parallel to the cavity longitudinal axis and extend longitudinally along the inner surface (27a) of the mold to the threadsplit portion (30).
Abstract:
A method of manufacturing a metallic can body (24) that is shaped distinctively in order to enhance its visual presentation to consumers includes, in one embodiment, steps of providing a can body blank (10) that has a sidewall that is of a substantially constant diameter; providing a mold unit (38) that has at least one mold wall (46) that defines a mold cavity conforming a desired final shape of the can body (24); positioning the can body blank (10) within the mold cavity (46); and supplying a pressurized fluid into the mold cavity so that the can body blank (10) is forced by pressure against the mold wall (46), causing the can body blank (10) to assume the desired final shape of the can body (24). Axial compression is preferably applied to the can body blank in order to reduce internal stresses during molding of the container. A second embodiment includes steps of radially deforming the can body blank in selected areas by selected amounts to achieve an intermediate can body that is radially modified, but is still symmetrical about its axis; and superimposing a preselected pattern of mechanical deformations that have an axial component onto the intermediate can body. Related apparatus and processes are also disclosed.
Abstract:
A plastic closure includes an annular ring (10) durably attached to the container, and a sealing assembly installed in the ring to seal the mouth. The sealing assembly includes a plug (32) having a sealing lip on its lower face and a release lever (34) connectred to the plug by a flexible hinge (36). A tab (20) on the release lever can be lifted to pry the sealing assembly out of the opening. The ring has a free edge (22) directed downwardly and inwardly so as to permit the plug to pass easily through the opening during assembly, or resealing, but to resist removal of the plug sufficiently to prevent it from being forced off the container by pressure within the container.
Abstract:
Apparatus for filling a can (22) with pressurized fluid. A seal is made between a valve body (10a) and the can (22) around the inner periphery of the open end of the can. Endloading of the can and the tendency toward consequent destruction of the can is minimized.
Abstract:
A method of manufacturing a metallic can body (24) that is shaped distinctively in order to enhance its visual presentation to consumers includes, in one embodiment, steps of providing a can body blank (10) that has a sidewall that is of a substantially constant diameter; providing a mold unit (38) that has at least one mold wall (46) that defines a mold cavity conforming a desired final shape of the can body (24); positioning the can body blank (10) within the mold cavity (46); and supplying a pressurized fluid into the mold cavity so that the can body blank (10) is forced by pressure against the mold wall (46), causing the can body blank (10) to assume the desired final shape of the can body (24). Axial compression is preferably applied to the can body blank in order to reduce internal stresses during molding of the container. A second embodiment includes steps of radially deforming the can body blank in selected areas by selected amounts to achieve an intermediate can body that is radially modified, but is still symmetrical about its axis; and superimposing a preselected pattern of mechanical deformations that have an axial component onto the intermediate can body. Related apparatus and processes are also disclosed.