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BR-112020026077-B1 - CONTAINER WITH SNAP-ON STRUCTURE

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Abstract

This disclosure generally relates to containers. In at least one embodiment, the disclosed containers include a stackable structure that can facilitate stacking while limiting reliance on satellite rings. For example, in certain embodiments, a container includes a corner structure that can be fitted with a series of interlocking portions. Thus, in these embodiments, more containers can be stacked together in a smaller space, making transportation and manufacturing processes more efficient and less costly than with traditional containers.

Inventors

  • Frano Luburic

Assignees

  • BWAY CORPORATION

Dates

Publication Date
20260310
Application Date
20190705
Priority Date
20180705

Claims (11)

  1. 1. Container (100), comprising: a bottom comprising a bottom surface (304) and a bottom perimeter, the bottom perimeter at a first distance (150) from a center (146) of the bottom surface (304); a side wall surface extending upward from the bottom perimeter at a first distance (150) from the center of the bottom surface (304) to a container granule (110) at a second distance (148) from the center (146) of the bottom surface (304); a corner structure (102) comprising: one or more corner structure surfaces (104); a first side edge (112) along a first side of the corner structure (102), the first edge (112) parallel to the side wall surface; a second side edge (112) along a second side of the corner structure (102), the second edge (112) parallel to the side wall surface; a top step surface (118) extending from the side wall surface to a first corner structure surface (104) of one or more corner structure surfaces (104), the top step surface (118) parallel to the bottom surface (304); a bottom step surface (118) extending from the first corner structure surface (104) to a side wall surface, the bottom step surface (118) parallel to the bottom surface (304); wherein the top surface (118) and the bottom surface (118) are staggered so that the top surface (118) projects outwards further from the center (146) of the bottom surface (304) of the container (100) than the bottom step surface (118); characterized in that: one or more rib structures (106) extend along an outer surface of the corner structure (102) vertically between the top step surface (118) and the bottom step surface (118); wherein one or more rib structures (106) extend downwards from the bottom step surface (118) of the corner structure surfaces (104) of the corner structure (102) forming a corner rib projection (160).
  2. 2. Container (100), according to claim 1, characterized in that one or more ribs (106) are inside the interior of the container (100).
  3. 3. Container (100), according to claim 1, characterized in that the corner structure (102) further comprises one or more corner structure surfaces along the first lateral edge (112) and the second lateral edge (112).
  4. 4. Container (100), according to claim 3, characterized in that the distance between the first lateral edge (112) and the second lateral edge (112) is constant along the corner structure (102).
  5. 5. Container (100), according to claim 3, characterized in that the distance between the first lateral edge (112) and the second lateral edge (112) varies along the corner structure (102).
  6. 6. Container (100), according to claim 3, characterized in that the side wall surface slopes inward to one or more corner frame surfaces (104) along the first side edge (112) and the second side edge (112).
  7. 7. Container (100), according to claim 1, characterized in that an outer edge of the top step surface (118) comprises a first radius.
  8. 8. Container (100), according to claim 7, characterized in that an outer edge of the bottom step surface (118) comprises a second radius.
  9. 9. Container (100), according to claim 8, characterized in that the first and second radius are the same radius.
  10. 10. Container (100), according to claim 1, characterized in that the bottom surface (304) is rectangular.
  11. 11. Container (100), according to claim 1, characterized in that the bottom surface (304) is circular.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS [0001] This application claims priority to the benefit under 35 USC § 119, and incorporates by reference herein in its entirety, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/694,262, filed July 5, 2018, and entitled "CONTAINER WITH SNAP-ON STRUCTURE" FIELD OF TECHNIQUE [0002] This disclosure refers to containers in general. FUNDAMENTALS [0003] Containers are a fundamental component in manufacturing and retail processes. Containers have been used to store liquids, solids, and gases in a wide variety of industries. As a predominant component for manufacturers and retailers, improvements in containers can account for significant cost savings to a company's bottom line. [0004] Containers are frequently transported in bulk, in boxes in a stacked, i.e., nested, configuration. Traditional containers utilize satellite rings and/or ribs to facilitate the stacking process. These features generally decrease a container's stacking capacity while increasing production costs. However, business and practical considerations encourage increased stacking capacity with minimal financial trade-off. Therefore, there is a felt, but unresolved, need for containers that provide greater stacking capacity while minimizing the use of satellite rings. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE [0005] Briefly described and according to an embodiment, aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to containers and, more particularly, to containers that include step-shaped, interlocking corner structures. The present embodiments include a novel and unique container that provides improvements over traditional containers by providing an interlocking corner structure that allows for greater stacking capacity, greater strength, lower interlocking height, lower cost, and faster production times. In several embodiments, the present container design reduces the need for some satellite rings and provides an improved interlocking structure for greater support while minimizing stacking height. Furthermore, in particular embodiments, and as will be discussed herein, the present container design provides decreased stacking height, decreased weight, increased transport capacity (e.g., containers per pallet, containers per truckload, etc.), shorter manufacturing cycles, larger billboards, and a stronger composition. [0006] According to a first aspect, the vessel may include a bottom comprising a bottom surface and a bottom perimeter, the bottom perimeter at a first distance from the centre of the bottom surface, a sidewall surface extending upward from the bottom perimeter at a first distance from the centre of the bottom surface to a vessel bead at a second distance from the centre of the bottom surface and a corner structure including: A) one or more corner structure surfaces; B) a first edge along a first side of the corner structure, the first edge substantially parallel to the sidewall surface; C) a second edge along a second side of the corner structure, the second edge substantially parallel to the sidewall surface; D) a first step surface extending from the sidewall surface inward to a first corner structure surface of one or more corner structure surfaces, the first step surface substantially parallel to the bottom surface; and E) a second step surface extending from the first corner frame surface inward to a second corner frame surface of one or more corner frame surfaces, the second step surface being substantially parallel to the bottom surface. [0007] According to a second aspect, the container may include the container of the first aspect or any other aspect, wherein the corner structure includes one or more rib structures that extend vertically along a portion of the corner structure. [0008] According to a third aspect, the vessel may include the vessel of the second aspect or any other aspect, in which one or more rib structures are within an interior of the vessel. [0009] According to a fourth aspect, the vessel may include the vessel of the second aspect or any other aspect, in which one or more rib structures are on the exterior of the vessel. [0010] According to a fifth aspect, the vessel may include the vessel of the fourth aspect or any other aspect, in which one or more rib structures extend along the surface of the first step. [0011] According to a sixth aspect, the container may include the container of the first aspect or any other aspect, wherein the corner structure further includes one or more corner structure surfaces along the first edge and the second edge. [0012] According to a seventh aspect, the container may include the container of the sixth aspect or any other aspect, in which the distance between the first edge and the second edge is constant along the corner structure. [0013] According to an eighth aspect, the container may include the container of the sixth aspect or any other aspect, wherein the distance between the first edge and the second edge varies along the corner structure. [