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Compact disc mailer

a disc mailer and compact technology, applied in the field of postcards, can solve the problems of excessive postage and packaging costs, low postage efficiency, and relatively high method costs, and achieve the effects of reducing postage fees, reducing costs, and reducing costs

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-01-05
TURNER ROBERT +1
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Benefits of technology

[0014] An advantage of the present invention is that it requires less material than conventional compact disc mailers thereby availing it to the benefit of the lower postage fees.
[0015] Another advantage of the present invention is that the mailer is capable of securely holding the compact disc without any additional securing devices such as, shrink wrap. This serves to reduce costs associated with preparing the compact disc mailer.
[0016] A further advantage of the present invention is that the face of the compact disc is exposed during shipping, thereby allowing for more distinctive packaging that serves to entice the recipient into removing and using the compact disc.

Problems solved by technology

These methods are fairly expensive, and originators planning to engage in a substantial mailing campaign can expect to incur excessive costs in both postage and packaging.
Additionally, another limitation shared by most compact disc mailers is that the disc itself is rarely exposed to the target recipient.
This method curtails the originators from using the design or picture on the face of the compact disc to assist in communicating a message to the recipient.
Since it is vital for the disc contained in the mailer to be well received and utilized by the target recipient, it is detrimental to keep the disc obscured within the mailer.

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[0025] Referring now to FIG. 1 an elevated view of the compact disc mailer 10 of the present invention is shown. While the specification refers to the mailer as a compact disc mailer, other suitable discs, such as digital video discs, are considered to be within the scope of the invention.

[0026] The first embodiment 10 of the present invention comprises a card, such as a post card suitable for use in the postal system. The card is generally cardboard, or any other paper based product, however any suitable material may be used and is considered to be within the scope of the invention. The card further comprises an attachment side 11 and a postage side. The attachment side 11 serves to receive and retain a compact disc. The postage side 12 is used for address and postage stamps. The attachment side 11 of the compact disc mailer 10 has an attachment side surface 13 that includes a first tab 14 and a second tab 15, wherein the first tab 14 and second tab 15 are integral with the attachm...

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[0033] Referring now to FIG. 5 an additional embodiment 39 is contemplated wherein the exposed face of the disc 40 shall contain a portion of design or picture 41 and the paper card 36 also shall contain a portion of a design or picture 42 wherein the aforementioned portions of designs or pictures 41 and 42, combine to form a single design or picture when the compact disc 20 is attached to the elongated card 36. While the image is shown on the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 4 and 5, it is also within the scope of the invention to include the aforementioned image technique to the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 3.

[0034] Referring now to FIG. 6 an elevated view of the first embodiment of the present invention prior to final assembly 43 is shown. More particularly, the illustration shows unassembled compact disc mailer 43 having a flap portion 51 and a pocket portion 52. The unassembled compact disc mailer 43 is constructed from a single card comprising a plurality of folds in both th...

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Abstract

The present invention comprises a card, such as a post card suitable for use in the postal system. The card is generally cardboard, or any other paper based product, however any suitable material may be used and is considered to be within the scope of the invention. The card further comprises an attachment side and a postage side. The attachment side serves to receive and retain a compact disc, and the postage side is used for address and postage stamps.

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TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates to postcards, and more particularly to compact disc mailers to be used as postcards. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Discs that store information in formats suitable for use by electronic devices have become a popular choice for businesses hoping to reach a wide range of consumers. The compact disc's capacity to store a large amount of data provides a means to deliver substantial and effective audio and visual presentations to current and prospective customers. Additionally, compact discs are also a popular choice in the computer and entertainment industries. Furthermore, digital video discs also serve to store substantial amounts of audio and visual data. [0003] Generally, businesses wishing to send the aforementioned discs to prospective and new customers engage in mail campaigns, wherein a large number of discs are sent through the mail. Mailers designed specifically for sending discs through the mail are known. One such dev...

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IPC IPC(8): B65B11/48B65D85/57
CPCB42F15/0094G11B33/0494G11B33/0422
Inventor TURNER, ROBERTSMITH, ROBERT
Owner TURNER ROBERT
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