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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 27, 2006
Filed:
Sep. 06, 2002
Michael B. Mcleod, Romeoville, IL (US);
Oscar Rochefort, Naperville, IL (US);
Michael B. McLeod, Romeoville, IL (US);
Oscar Rochefort, Naperville, IL (US);
Smurfit-Stone Container Enterprises, Inc., Chicago, IL (US);
Abstract
Shipping containers that are convertible to display containers are disclosed. The containers comprise wrap around outer shells of the general type known as 'Bliss' wraps, in combination with interior vertical support structures. The invention presents improved two- and three-piece container constructions, having improved side-to-end panel connections for improved tray strength upon conversion to a display configuration, as well as a variety of interior divider/support options. By advantageous adhesive application together with specialized opening structures such as tear strips, lines of weakness and/or hand holes, various different conversion configurations are provided.