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Egg Packaging Carton and System

a packaging carton and egg technology, applied in the field of egg packaging cartons, can solve the problems of egg structure quite strong, almost impossible for a person to break, and egg is an extremely fragile product, and requires specialized packaging and processing methods

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-05-23
OGG DESIGN
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The present invention is an improved egg carton and system for packaging eggs. The egg carton has multiple egg holding compartments that can accommodate eggs of varying sizes and weights. The carton includes a bottom portion with a plurality of egg receiving areas defined by a bottom surface and sidewalls extending upwardly from the bottom surface, and a top portion with a second plurality of egg receiving areas. The bottom and top portions are designed to align with each other to create a plurality of egg holding compartments when the top portion is coupled to the bottom portion. The egg carton also includes flexible projections and a dimpled lower platform for securely holding the eggs. The technical effects of this invention include improved egg packaging and a more efficient and stable system for packaging and transporting eggs.

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The natural egg structure is quite strong and indeed nearly impossible for a person to break by applying pressure to the ends of the egg with the human fingers.
Despite its relative strength, the egg is an extremely fragile product and requires specialized packaging and processing methods.
Consumers generally prefer sealed containers or packaging to ensure product safety, although conventional egg packaging does not provide for such sealed containers.

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[0031]The terms “left,”“right,”“top,”“bottom,”“front,”“rear,”“side,”“height,”“length,”“width,”“upper,”“lower,”“interior,”“exterior,”“inner,”“outer” and the like as may be used herein, merely describe points or portions of reference and do not limit the present invention to any particular orientation or configuration. Further, terms such as “first,”“second,”“third,” etc., merely identify one of a number of portions, components and / or points of reference as disclosed herein, and do not limit the present invention to any particular configuration or orientation.

[0032]Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, an egg carton 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated. The egg carton 10 may be manufactured from a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sheet material via a thermoforming process. In other embodiments, the egg carton 10 is manufactured from other materials, such as other suitable polymer materials and / or utilizing other manufacturing processes. The specific spring rates...

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Abstract

An improved egg carton for packaging one or more eggs includes an egg holding compartment that maintains the egg in a desired position, and accommodates eggs of variable sizes. A system of packaging eggs utilizing the egg carton of the present invention is also disclosed.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION AND CLAIM TO PRIORITY[0001]This application is based on U.S. provisional application Ser. No. 61 / 562,550, filed Nov. 22, 2011, entitled “Egg Packaging Carton and System,” which application is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety and to which priority is claimed.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to an improved egg carton for packaging eggs and a system for packaging eggs.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]The natural egg structure is quite strong and indeed nearly impossible for a person to break by applying pressure to the ends of the egg with the human fingers. Despite its relative strength, the egg is an extremely fragile product and requires specialized packaging and processing methods.[0004]Therefore, packaging is an important component in delivering quality eggs to consumers. Proper packaging and handling help to maintain or control moisture, temperature, and breathability, and to prevent egg damage, conta...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B65D81/05
CPCB65D81/05B65D21/0217B65D85/32B65D81/133B65D21/0235
Inventor OGG, RICHARD K.
Owner OGG DESIGN
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