Ecolab USA Inc.

David M Shoberg

Christopher John Opelt

Paul R Kraus

Brian Philip Carlson

Ryan David Lucey

Kenneth Thomas Dobizl

Joseph Steven Bons

An apparatus and method for configuring product packaging and removal of the packaging from a product is disclosed. The labeled product packaging includes a shrink wrap packaging adapted for sealing around a product. A predefined point of failure is configured in the packaging and includes a failure mode for when pulled in at least one direction. A label is sealed to the packaging and adhered to the predefined point of failure in covering relation over the predefined point of failure. Lifting the label from the packaging tears open the packaging starting at the predefined point of failure so the product can be removed from the packaging.

Apparatus and method for configuring and opening product packaging

A containment system with a vented insert for a fitment is disclosed. The vented insert includes generally a conduit having an inner and opposite outer end with a valve in the conduit movable to a closed position by liquid. The outer end of the conduit includes a liquid impermeable membrane.

Vented insert for a liquid pouch fitment

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Saint Paul, MN, United States of America

David M Shoberg