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Mounted rack with side protectors for holding packs of plastic bags

a technology for plastic bags and racks, which is applied in the field of racks for holding packs of plastic bags, can solve the problems of bags that are difficult for customers to use, bags that are clinging together, and are difficult to separate from the rolls, so as to achieve convenient opening and easy opening

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-06-28
BETTER BAGS
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[0008] Accordingly, a need has arisen for a rack for holding packs of plastic bags where a plastic bag is presented in a manner wherein it is easy to open and use the plastic bag.
[0009] In accordance with the present invention, a rack is provided for holding packs of plastic bags, comprising: a back support having two side protectors, a top plate operatively connected to the back support, the top plate having at least one hook designed for holding a pack of plastic bags with the back of a plastic bag against the back support and with the front of a plastic bag facing forward, wherein the two side protectors are designed to direct attention to the top center of the front of a bag such that it is easily opened.
[0010] Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a rack for holding packs of plastic bags wherein it is easy to open and use a plastic bag.

Problems solved by technology

The bags currently available are difficult for customers to use for several reasons.
First, the bags tend to cling together and are difficult to separate from the roll.
Second, it is difficult to tell the open end of the bags from the closed end of the bag.
Third, the bags are difficult to open as the sides tend to cling together.
A common problem with bag dispensing systems is presenting a plastic bag in a manner wherein it is easy to open and use.

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[0028]FIG. 2 shows the rack 10. Here, the top plate 12 is positioned horizontally. Additionally, a back support plate 15 is used in place of back support wire 15 of the FIG. 1 embodiment. Further, this embodiment includes at least one support leg 39. The horizontal top plate 12 and support legs 39 are designed to fit over a “produce box” which is a wooden box filled slightly below the top of the wooden frame. The wooden frame is typically 1-2 inches thick. The support legs 39 may be mounted to the wooden frame by utilizing mounting holes 38.

third embodiment

[0029]FIG. 3 shows the rack 10. Here, the top plate 12 is positioned between the horizontal and vertical positions. This embodiment is used when the side walls of the produce box are at an angle at about 45°.

[0030] The rack 10 may be constructed of any suitable materials including, for example, stainless steel, plastic, or acrylic. Additionally, different parts of the rack 10 may be constructed of different materials.

[0031] The rack 10 is advantageous in that it takes up a minimal amount of space and is inexpensive to fabricate.

[0032]FIG. 3 shows a pack of plastic bags 20 wherein a number of individual bag units are joined together to form the pack 20. The individual bag units have a disposable upper portion 21 and a lower bag portion 22 with a serration 23 between the disposable upper portion 21 and the lower bag portion 22. In forming the pack 20, the individual bag units are stacked on top of each other, and a header 24 is placed about the disposable upper portion 21. The heade...

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Abstract

A rack for hanging packs of plastic bags, the rack having side protectors to direct attention to the top center of the front of a bag to ease opening of the bag.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to a rack for holding packs of plastic bags of the type having an upper disposable portion and a lower bag portion. The rack has side protectors which direct a user's attention to the top and center of the front of the bag and significantly improves opening and using the bag. [0003] 2. Description of the Related Art [0004] In supermarkets and other retail outlets, there is frequently the need for consumers or store employees to place items in bags to facilitate handling and purchase. For example, produce bags are dispensed directly to customers wherein the customer can bag produce as it is chosen for purchase. Also, in deli or meat departments, store employees place meats and other deli products in bags for the consumer. Further, in bakery departments, store employees place the selected bakery products in bags for the consumer. In the prior art, there are a number of designs for dispens...

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IPC IPC(8): A47G29/00
CPCA47F13/085
Inventor ALVARADO, RAFAEL A.
Owner BETTER BAGS