Carrying packaging and cutting for the production of a carrying package

Abstract

The present invention relates to a carrying package (10) for receiving and transporting objects (12), in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects, comprising at least one base wall element (14) comprising at least one receiving opening (36) for receiving a portion of the object (12), one first and one second lid wall element (20, 22) arranged on opposite sides of the base wall element (14) via at least one bending line (16, 18) for contact with a surface of the base wall element (14); one first and one second reinforcing flap (32, 34) arranged on the sides of the respective lid wall element (20, 22) opposite the base wall element (14) either directly via at least one bending line (24, 26) or indirectly via at least one intermediate element (28, 30) for contact with a surface of the respective lid wall element (20, 22).wherein the first and second lid wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one further receiving opening (38, 40) for receiving a partial area of ​​the object (12), and the further receiving openings (38, 40) are arranged such that, when the bottom wall element (14), the lid wall elements (20, 22), and the reinforcing tabs (32, 34) are in contact, they are completely or at least partially aligned with the receiving opening (36) of the bottom wall element (14). The invention also relates to a blank for the production of a carrying package.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a carrying package for holding and transporting objects, in particular bottles, cans, cups, or similar objects. The invention further relates to a blank for manufacturing such a carrying package.

[0002] Such carrying cases and blanks are known, for example, from US 2,996,216 A, US 2,731,170 A, DE 696 21,991 T2, DE 697 38,422 T, DE 698 33,997 T2, or WO 93 / 22217 A1. However, a disadvantage of these known blanks and carrying cases is that, although they can be manufactured cost-effectively from cardboard, this also entails certain limitations in stability.

[0003] It is therefore the object of the present invention to provide a generic carrying package and a generic cutting template for the manufacture of a carrying package which are, on the one hand, cost-effective to manufacture and, on the other hand, have improved stability.

[0004] To solve these problems, a carrying package according to the features of claim 1 and a blank with the features of claim 15 are used. Advantageous embodiments with expedient further developments of the invention are specified in the respective dependent claims, wherein advantageous embodiments of the carrying package are to be regarded as advantageous embodiments of the blank and vice versa.

[0005] A first aspect of the invention relates to a carrying package for receiving and transporting objects, in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects, comprising at least one bottom wall element with at least one receiving opening for receiving a part of the object, one first and one second lid wall element arranged on opposite sides of the bottom wall element via at least one bending line for contact with a surface of the bottom wall element, and one first and one second reinforcing flap arranged on the opposite side of the lid wall element, either directly via at least one bending line or indirectly via at least one intermediate element, for contact with a surface of the respective lid wall element.The first and second lid wall elements and the first and second reinforcing flaps each have at least one additional receiving opening for receiving a portion of the object. These additional receiving openings are arranged such that, when the bottom wall element, the lid wall elements, and the reinforcing flaps are in contact, they are completely or at least partially aligned with the receiving opening of the bottom wall element. This design results in a carrying package of at least three layers, which exhibits significantly improved stability compared to known carrying devices. This is achieved even without gluing or bonding the individual layers together. Since the carrying package according to the invention can also be made of cardboard, it can be manufactured sustainably and in an environmentally friendly and resource-conserving manner.The design according to the invention enables the cost-effective production of a very stable carrying package compared to the prior art for holding and transporting objects, in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects.

[0006] In further advantageous embodiments of the carrying package according to the invention, the width of the first and second lid wall elements, as well as the first and second reinforcing flaps, is each at least half the width of the bottom wall element, with these dimensions being measured in a direction perpendicular to the bending lines. This measure significantly increases the stability of the carrying package. The first and second lid wall elements, as well as the first and second reinforcing flaps, are able to withstand higher loads without deforming or becoming damaged. This ensures that the carrying package, particularly made of cardboard, represents a safe and reliable packaging option for bottles or beverage cans, even in confined spaces and under high loads.However, it is also possible that the width of the first lid wall element, including its associated first reinforcing flap, is greater than the width of the second lid wall element, including its associated second reinforcing flap. In other words, the first lid wall element is designed to be wider than the second lid wall element, in combination with the corresponding reinforcing flaps. This arrangement provides increased stability for the carrying case, especially when used to transport bottles or beverage cans. The greater width of the first lid wall element and its associated reinforcing flap ensures a more stable connection between the elements, which in turn reduces the risk of damage during transport.This advantageous design is therefore particularly suitable for cardboard carrier packaging, which, due to its lower stability compared to other materials, is often more susceptible to damage.

[0007] In a further advantageous embodiment of the carrying package according to the invention, the contact between the bottom wall element and the first lid wall element, the contact between the first lid wall element and the first reinforcing flap, and the contact between the bottom wall element and the second lid wall element and the second reinforcing flap can be formed in a Z-fold. This embodiment enables a particularly stable carrying package, since the Z-fold creates a uniform and firm connection between the various elements of the packaging. The Z-fold gives the carrying package according to the invention additional strength and stability, which helps to ensure that the bottles or beverage cans can be transported safely without the carrying package being damaged.

[0008] In further advantageous embodiments of the carrying package according to the invention, the receiving opening of the base wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the first lid wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the first reinforcing flap and / or the further receiving opening of the second lid wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the second reinforcing flap each have at least one locking tab projecting into the respective opening. Advantageously, the arrangement of the locking tabs results in a secure hold for the objects received in the corresponding openings.Furthermore, it is possible that when the base wall element is in contact with the first lid wall element and the first lid wall element with the first reinforcing flap, as well as when the base wall element is in contact with the second lid wall element and the second lid wall element with the second reinforcing flap, the overlapping locking tabs are offset from each other in the corresponding receiving openings. This significantly increases the hold of the items in the openings of the carrying package.

[0009] In further advantageous embodiments of the carrying package according to the invention, the bottom wall element, the first and second lid wall elements, and the first and second reinforcing flaps can each comprise at least one handle opening, such that, when the bottom wall element, the first and second lid wall elements, and the first and second reinforcing flaps are folded, they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common handle opening. This advantageously results in very high stability, even in the area of ​​the handle openings, which are thus better protected against potential damage.

[0010] In further advantageous embodiments of the carrying package according to the invention, the bottom wall element and / or the first and second lid wall elements and the first and second reinforcing flaps can each comprise at least one opening for receiving and passing through a carrying handle, such that, when the bottom wall element, the first and second lid wall elements, and the first and second reinforcing flaps are folded, they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common opening for the carrying handle. In particular, the lateral ends of the carrying handle can be attached to the bottom wall element or the first or second lid wall element. This allows even objects with a higher overall weight to be carried and transported safely and easily with the carrying device according to the invention. Furthermore, secure attachment of the carrying handle is ensured.

[0011] In a further advantageous embodiment of the carrying package according to the invention, a side wall can be hinged to the first and second reinforcing flaps opposite the corresponding first and second lid wall elements, and a side wall can be hinged to the bottom wall element approximately perpendicular to the first and second lid wall elements, with each side wall having connecting flaps to form a grip around the items contained in the carrying package. The design of the side walls and the grip allows the items contained in the carrying package, in particular bottles and cans, to be held securely in place. This significantly facilitates the transport of these items.

[0012] In a further advantageous embodiment of the carrying package according to the invention, the intermediate element can consist of two mutually foldable and adjacent handle flaps, each having at least one grip opening such that, when folded, the handle openings are completely or at least partially aligned and form at least one common grip opening. This design facilitates gripping and carrying the carrying package according to the invention, since the handle openings collapse when the handle flaps are folded, thus providing a larger and more convenient grip. These advantages are particularly relevant when the carrying package is intended to hold heavy beverage bottles or cans. In this case, the handle flaps can extend beyond the first and second lid wall elements as well as the first and second reinforcing flaps when folded.This advantageously results in a very high level of comfort for the user.

[0013] In a further advantageous embodiment of the carrying package according to the invention, the carrying package can be made in one piece. In other words, the carrying package is not made of several individual parts, but is manufactured as a whole. This embodiment of the invention offers several technical advantages. First of all, a one-piece carrying package is generally more stable than a package assembled from several individual parts. This is particularly advantageous when heavy or bulky items, such as bottles or beverage cans, are to be transported. Another advantage of a one-piece carrying package is its ease of handling. Since it does not have to be assembled from several individual parts, it is quicker and easier to use than conventional cardboard carrying packages.Additionally, a one-piece cardboard carrier box can be more cost-effective than conventional carrier boxes. Since it doesn't consist of multiple individual parts, production costs are lower, and less assembly and packaging effort is required. Furthermore, a one-piece cardboard carrier box is more environmentally friendly than conventional carrier boxes. Because it doesn't consist of multiple individual parts, less packaging waste is generated, and less material is needed. This helps to conserve resources and reduce environmental impact.

[0014] In further advantageous embodiments of the carrying package according to the invention, the carrying package can be made of paper, cardboard, corrugated board, or plastic. The use of paper, cardboard, corrugated board, or plastic as a material makes it possible to design a carrying package that meets the needs of the respective application area and is also durable.

[0015] A second aspect of the invention relates to a blank for the manufacture of a carrying package for receiving and transporting objects, in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects, comprising at least one bottom wall element with at least one receiving opening for receiving a part of the object, one first and one second lid wall element arranged on opposite sides of the bottom wall element via at least one bending line for contact with a surface of the bottom wall element in the folded state of the blank, and one first and one second reinforcing flap arranged on the opposite side of the lid wall element, either directly via at least one bending line or indirectly via at least one intermediate element, for contact with a surface of the lid wall element in the folded state of the blank.The first and second lid wall elements and the first and second reinforcing flaps each comprise at least one further receiving opening for receiving a portion of the object. These additional receiving openings are arranged such that, when the bottom wall element, the lid wall elements, and the reinforcing flaps are in contact, they are completely or at least partially aligned with the receiving opening of the bottom wall element. This design results in a carrying package of at least three layers when the inventive blank is folded, thus exhibiting significantly improved stability compared to known carrying devices. This is achieved even without gluing or bonding the individual layers together. Since the inventive blank can also be made of cardboard, its production is also sustainable and environmentally friendly, conserving resources.The design according to the invention enables the cost-effective production of a very stable carrying package compared to the prior art for holding and transporting objects, in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects.

[0016] In further advantageous embodiments of the die according to the invention, the width of the first and second lid wall elements as well as the first and second reinforcing flaps can each correspond to at least half the width of the bottom wall element, these dimensions being measured in a direction perpendicular to the bending lines. This measure significantly increases the stability of the carrying package produced using the die according to the invention. The first and second lid wall elements as well as the first and second reinforcing flaps are able to withstand higher loads without deforming or being damaged. This ensures that the carrying package for bottles or beverage cans represents a safe and reliable packaging option even in confined spaces and under high loads.However, it is also possible that the width of the first lid wall element, including its associated first reinforcing flap, is greater than the width of the second lid wall element, including its associated second reinforcing flap. In other words, the first lid wall element is designed to be wider than the second lid wall element, in combination with the corresponding reinforcing flaps. This arrangement provides increased stability for the carrying case, especially when used to transport bottles or beverage cans. The greater width of the first lid wall element and its associated reinforcing flap ensures a more stable connection between the elements, which in turn reduces the risk of damage during transport.This advantageous design is therefore particularly suitable for cardboard carrier packaging, which, due to its lower stability compared to other materials, is often more susceptible to damage.

[0017] In further advantageous embodiments of the inventive design, it is provided that the receiving opening of the base wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the first cover wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the first reinforcing tab and / or the further receiving opening of the second cover wall element and / or the further receiving opening of the second reinforcing tab each have at least one locking tab projecting into the respective opening. Advantageously, the arrangement of the locking tabs results in a secure hold for the objects received in the corresponding openings.Furthermore, it is possible that when the base wall element is in contact with the first lid wall element and the first lid wall element with the first reinforcing tab, as well as when the base wall element is in contact with the second lid wall element and the second lid wall element with the second reinforcing tab, overlapping locking tabs are arranged offset from one another in the corresponding receiving openings. This significantly increases the retention of the items in the openings of the carrying package produced using the inventive blank.

[0018] In a further advantageous embodiment of the inventive design, the base wall element and / or the first and second cover wall elements and the first and second reinforcing tabs can each comprise at least one opening for receiving and passing through a carrying handle, such that, in the folded state of the base wall element, the first and second cover wall elements, and the first and second reinforcing tabs, they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common opening for the carrying handle. This allows even objects with a higher overall weight to be carried and transported safely and easily using the carrying device produced with the inventive design. Furthermore, secure attachment of the carrying handle to the carrying device is ensured.

[0019] In a further advantageous embodiment of the blank according to the invention, a side wall can be hinged to the first and second reinforcing tabs opposite the corresponding first and second lid wall elements, and a side wall can be hinged to the bottom wall element approximately perpendicular to the first and second lid wall elements. The side walls each have connecting tabs to form a wrap-around grip around the items contained in the carrying package thus produced when the blank is folded. The design of the side walls and the wrap-around grip allows the items contained in the carrying package produced by means of the blank according to the invention, in particular bottles and cans, to be held securely in place. This significantly facilitates the transport of these items.

[0020] In a further advantageous embodiment of the blank according to the invention, the intermediate element can consist of two mutually foldable and adjacent handle flaps, each having at least one grip opening such that, when the bottom wall element, the first and second lid wall elements, and the first and second reinforcing flaps are folded, they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common grip opening. This design facilitates gripping and carrying the carrier packaging produced using the blank according to the invention, since the grip openings collapse when the handle flaps are folded, thus providing a larger and more convenient grip. These advantages are particularly relevant when the carrier packaging produced in this way is intended to hold heavy beverage bottles or cans.When folded, the handles can extend beyond the first and second lid wall elements as well as the first and second reinforcement flaps. This advantageously results in a very high level of carrying comfort for the user.

[0021] In a further advantageous embodiment of the blank according to the invention, the intermediate element can consist of two mutually foldable and adjacent handle flaps, each having at least one grip opening such that, when the handle flaps are folded, the grip openings are completely or at least partially aligned and form at least one common grip opening. This design facilitates gripping and carrying the carrier packaging produced using the blank according to the invention, since the grip openings collapse when the handle flaps are folded, thus offering a larger and more convenient grip. These advantages are particularly relevant when the carrier packaging produced in this way is intended to hold heavy beverage bottles or cans.When folded, the handles can extend beyond the first and second lid wall elements as well as the first and second reinforcement flaps. This advantageously results in a very high level of carrying comfort for the user.

[0022] In a further advantageous embodiment of the blank according to the invention, the blank can be formed in one piece. In other words, the blank is not made up of several individual parts, but is manufactured as a whole. This embodiment of the invention offers several technical advantages. One advantage of the one-piece blank is its resource-saving production. Since the blank does not consist of several individual parts, less packaging waste is generated and less material is required. This helps to conserve resources and reduce environmental impact.

[0023] In further advantageous embodiments of the blank according to the invention, it can be made of paper, cardboard, corrugated board, or plastic. The use of paper, cardboard, corrugated board, or plastic as a material makes it possible to design a blank that meets the needs of the respective application area and is also durable.

[0024] Further features and their advantages will result from the description of the first aspect of the invention, whereby advantageous embodiments of the first aspect of the invention are to be regarded as advantageous embodiments of the second aspect of the invention and vice versa.

[0025] Further advantages, features, and details of the invention will become apparent from the following description of several exemplary embodiments and from the drawings. The features and combinations of features mentioned above in the description, as well as those mentioned below in the figure description and / or shown in the figures alone, can be used not only in the combinations specified, but also in other combinations or individually, without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0026] They show: Fig. 1 a schematic representation of a carrying device according to the invention in a first embodiment; Fig. 2 a schematic top view of the carrying device according to the invention Fig. 1; Fig. 3 a schematically illustrated side view of the carrying device according to the invention Fig. 1; Fig. 4 a schematic representation of a blank according to the invention for the manufacture of a carrying device according to Fig. 1; Fig. 5 a schematic representation of a carrying device according to the invention in a second embodiment; Fig. 6 a schematic top view of the carrying device according to the invention Fig. 5; Fig. 7 a schematically illustrated side view of the carrying device according to the invention Fig. 5; Fig. 8 a schematic representation of a blank according to the invention for the manufacture of a carrying device according to Fig. 5; Fig. 9 a schematic representation of a blank according to the invention for the manufacture of a carrying device according to a third embodiment; and Fig. 10 a schematic representation of a blank according to the invention for the manufacture of a carrying device according to a fourth embodiment.

[0027] The Fig. Figures 1 to 4 show a first embodiment of a carrying device 10 and a corresponding blank 100 for manufacturing the carrying device 10. Fig. Figures 5 to 8 show a second embodiment of a carrying device 10 and a corresponding blank 100 for manufacturing the carrying device 10 according to the second embodiment. Fig. Figure 9 shows a schematic representation of a blank 100 for the manufacture of a carrying device according to a third embodiment. Fig. 1 to 4 as well as the Fig. Figures 5 to 8 are described together below, with identical reference numerals in the figures denoting identical features of the carrying device 10 or the blank 100. The same applies to the one in Fig. 9 shown cut 100 for the manufacture of a carrying device according to the third embodiment.

[0028] The terms "fold line" or "bend line" refer to lines along which corresponding elements of the container can be brought to each other at predetermined angles. "Bend lines" also include folding, creasing, or perforation lines, or combinations thereof. It is also possible for these lines to be combined with one or more cutting lines.

[0029] Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the carrying device 10 according to a first embodiment. The carrying package 10 serves to hold and transport objects 12, in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar objects. In the illustrated embodiment, the carrying package 10 serves to hold and transport bottles 12.

[0030] The carrying packaging 10 has a bottom wall element 14, wherein the bottom wall element 14 has several receiving openings 36 for receiving a respective sub-area of ​​the items 12 (see also Fig. 4) On opposite sides of the base wall element 14, a first and second cover wall element 20, 22 are arranged, each hinged to the base wall element 14, for contact with a surface of the base wall element 14. It can be seen that the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22 rest against an upwardly oriented surface. Corresponding first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are hinged to the sides of the respective cover wall elements 20, 22 opposite the base wall element 14 via corresponding bending lines 24, 26. The first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 serve to contact a surface of the respective first or second cover wall element 20, 22. In the illustrated embodiment, the reinforcing tabs 32, 34 rest against an upwardly oriented surface of the cover wall elements 20, 22.

[0031] Furthermore, it can be seen that the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22 and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 each have further receiving openings 38, 40 for receiving a corresponding further section of the objects 12. The further receiving openings 38, 40 are arranged such that when the bottom wall element 14, the cover wall elements 20, 22 and the reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are in contact with each other, they are completely aligned with the receiving openings 36 of the bottom wall element 14 (see also Fig. 4).

[0032] Furthermore, it can be seen that the receiving openings 40 and 38 have locking tabs 42 and 44 that project into the respective openings 38 and 40. The locking tabs 42 and 44 serve to securely hold the objects 12 in the receiving openings 36, 38, and 40. It can also be seen that the contact between the base wall element 14 and the first cover wall element 20, the contact between the first cover wall element 20 and the first reinforcing tab 32, and the contact between the base wall element 14 and the second cover wall element 20, and the contact between the second cover wall element 22 and the second reinforcing tab 34, is each designed as a Z-fold. It is evident that the support device 10 in the area of ​​the base wall element 14 is formed in three layers and is therefore extremely stable due to the folding of the aforementioned elements. This also applies even if the elements are not glued together.

[0033] From the Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 also clearly shows that the width of the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, as well as the width of the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34, each corresponds to at least half the width of the bottom wall element 14, each measured in a direction perpendicular to the bending lines 16, 18, 24, 26. In the illustrated embodiment, the width of the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, as well as the width of the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34, is each approximately 10% greater than half the width of the bottom wall element 14.

[0034] Furthermore, it becomes clear that the base wall element 14, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 each have two handle openings 46, 48, 50. The handle openings 46, 48, 50 are arranged such that, when the base wall element 14, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are folded, they are completely aligned with each other and form a total of two common handle openings.

[0035] From the Fig. Figures 1 to 3 also show that a side wall 52, 54 is hinged to the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 opposite the corresponding first and second lid wall elements 20, 22 via bending lines 72, 74, and a side wall 56, 58 is hinged to the bottom wall element 14 approximately perpendicular to the first and second lid wall elements 20, 22 via bending lines 90, 92. The side walls 52, 54, 56, 58 each have connecting tabs 60, 62, 64, 66 to form a wrap around the items 12 contained in the carrying package 10. The connecting tabs 60, 62, 64, 66 are usually glued together. However, other connection methods are also conceivable.

[0036] Fig. Figure 4 shows a schematic representation of the blank 100 for the manufacture of the carrying device 10 according to the Fig. Figures 1 to 3 show that the blank 100 comprises the base wall element 14, which has several receiving openings 36 for receiving a portion of the objects 12. It is also clear that the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22 are arranged on opposite sides of the base wall element 14. When the blank 100 is folded, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22 lie against the base wall element 14. On opposite sides of each cover wall element 20, 22, the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are hinged to the base wall element 14 via corresponding bending lines 24, 26. When the blank 100 is folded, the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 then lie against the respective surfaces of the respective cover wall elements 20, 22.

[0037] Furthermore, it can be seen that the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22 and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 each have additional receiving openings 38, 40 for receiving further sections of the objects 12. The additional receiving openings 38, 40 are arranged such that when the bottom wall element 14, the cover wall elements 20, 22 and the reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are in contact, they are completely aligned with the receiving opening 36 of the bottom wall element 14.

[0038] Furthermore, it becomes clear that the additional receiving openings 38, 38 of the first and second cover wall element 20, 22 and the additional receiving openings 40 of the first and second reinforcement tab 32, 34 have a multitude of locking tabs 42, 44 projecting into the respective opening.

[0039] Furthermore, the bottom wall element 14, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 have the handle openings 46, 48, 50. When the blank 100 is folded, these handle openings 46, 48, 50 are completely aligned with each other and form common handle openings. It is also evident that the handle openings 50 have reinforcing tabs 94, which are hinged to the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 via corresponding bending lines.

[0040] Furthermore, it will be made up of Fig. Figure 4 clearly shows the arrangement of the side walls 52, 54, 56, 58. It can be seen that the side walls 56, 58 are hinged to opposite sides of the base wall element 14 via the bending lines 90, 92. Approximately perpendicular to these, the side walls 52, 54 are hinged to the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34, respectively, via the bending lines 72, 74. Furthermore, the side walls 52, 54, 56, 58 each have connecting tabs 60, 62, 64, 66 on the side facing away from the base wall element 14, forming a wrap-around shape when the blank 100 is folded. It is also evident that the blank 100 is formed in one piece.

[0041] The Fig. Figures 5 to 7 show schematic representations of a support device 10 according to a second embodiment. Fig. Figure 8 shows the blank 100 necessary for the manufacture of this support device 10 according to the second embodiment. In contrast to the one in the Fig. In the second embodiment of the carrying package 10, as shown in Figures 1 to 3, intermediate elements 28, 30 are arranged between the first lid wall element 20 and the first reinforcing flap 32, and between the second lid wall element 22 and the second reinforcing flap 34, respectively. The intermediate elements 28, 30 form a handle element that projects beyond the first and second lid wall elements 20, 22 and the first and second reinforcing flaps 32, 34. Intermediate element 28 consists of two foldable and adjacent handle flaps 28, 28b. Intermediate element 30 comprises handle flaps 30a, 30b. The handles 28a, 28b also have handle openings 68a, 68b, 70a, 70b.The grip openings 68a, 68b, 70a, 70b are designed and arranged such that, when the grip flaps 28a, 28b, 30a, 30b are folded, the grip openings 68a, 68b, 70a, 70b are completely aligned with each other and each form a common grip opening. A reinforcing flap 88 is also hinged to each of the grip openings 68b, 70b. The reinforcing flap 88 serves to reinforce the grip openings and also improves carrying comfort.

[0042] Furthermore, it can be seen that the handle tab 28a is hinged to the first reinforcing tab 32 via a bending line 76. The handle tab 28b is hinged to the first cover wall element 20 via a bending line 80. The handle tabs 28a and 28b are connected to each other via a further bending line 78. The same applies to the handle tabs 30a and 30b, which are connected to each other via a bending line 84. The handle tab 30a is also connected to the second cover wall element 22 via a further bending line 82. The handle tab 30b is connected to the second reinforcing tab 34 via a bending line 86.

[0043] The further characteristics of the carrying package 10 or the blank 100 according to the in the Fig. The second embodiment shown in Figures 5 to 8 corresponds to the features of the embodiment shown in the Fig. Figures 1 to 4 show the first embodiment of the carrying package 10 or the blank 100. Regarding the description of the further features of the second embodiment shown, reference is therefore made to the description of the first embodiment according to the figures. Fig. 1 to 4 referred.

[0044] Fig. Figure 9 shows a schematic representation of a blank 100 for the manufacture of a carrying device according to a third embodiment. This embodiment differs from the one in Fig. The second embodiment of the blank 100 shown in Figure 8 differs fundamentally only by a different design of the individual elements. Therefore, with regard to the description of the blank 100 according to the third embodiment, reference is made to the description of the second embodiment of the blank 100 as shown in Figure 8. Fig. 8 referred.

[0045] Unlike the one in Fig. In the embodiment of blank 100 shown in Figure 8, the blank 100 according to the third embodiment, however, does not have side walls hinged to the bottom wall element 14. To nevertheless enable a grip around the enclosed items when the blank 100 is folded, the connecting tabs 60, 64 formed on the side walls 52, 54 are sufficiently long to allow a grip around the carrying package produced by means of the blank 100 in its folded state. The ends of the connecting tabs 60, 64 are joined together, in particular by gluing.Furthermore, it can be seen that when the bottom wall element 14 is in contact with the first cover wall element 20 and the first cover wall element 20 with the first reinforcing tab 32, as well as when the bottom wall element 14 is in contact with the second cover wall element 22 and the second cover wall element 22 with the second reinforcing tab 34, in the folded state of the blank 100, overlapping locking tabs 42, 44 are arranged offset from each other in the corresponding receiving openings 40, 42.

[0046] Fig. Figure 10 shows a schematic representation of a blank 100 for manufacturing a carrying device according to a fourth embodiment. This embodiment differs from the one in Figure 10. Fig. The first embodiment of the blank 100 shown in Figure 4 differs fundamentally only by a different design of the carrying mechanism of the carrying device produced with it. Therefore, with regard to the description of the blank 100 according to the fourth embodiment, reference is made to the description of the first embodiment of the blank 100 as shown in Figure 4. Fig. 4 referred.

[0047] Unlike the one in Fig.In the embodiment of blank 100 shown in Figure 4, the blank 100 according to the fourth embodiment, however, does not have handle openings 46, 48, 50. Instead of these handle openings, in this embodiment of blank 100, the bottom wall element 14, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 each comprise an opening 96, 98, 102 for receiving and allowing passage of a carrying handle (not shown), such that, when the bottom wall element 14, the first and second cover wall elements 20, 22, and the first and second reinforcing tabs 32, 34 are folded, they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common opening for the carrying handle. The lateral ends of the carrying handle can be connected to the bottom wall element 14 or the first or second cover wall element 20, 22, in particular by means of an adhesive bond.The carrying handle can be made of cardboard, plastic, or another suitable material. If the carrying handle is made of cardboard, the blank 100, or the carrying device manufactured from it, can be produced as a single piece.

[0048] The preceding carrying packaging and cutouts are generally - with or without a carrying handle - preferably each made of a single piece and consist in particular of cardboard, paper or similar materials. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] US 2 996 216 A

[0002] US 2 731 170 A

[0002] DE 696 21 991 T2

[0002] DE 697 38 422 T

[0002] DE 698 33 997 T2

[0002] WO 93 / 22217 A1

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Claims

[1] Carrying packaging (10) for receiving and transporting items (12), in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar items, comprising at least - a floor wall element (14) comprising at least one receiving opening (36) for receiving a part of the object (12), - each a first and second cover wall element (20, 22) arranged on opposite sides of the base wall element (14) via at least one bending line (16, 18) for attachment to a surface of the base wall element (14); - each of the sides of the respective cover wall element (20, 22) opposite the bottom wall element (14) is arranged directly via at least one bending line (24, 26) or indirectly via at least one intermediate element (28, 30) for contact with a surface of the respective cover wall element (20, 22), wherein the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one further receiving opening (38, 40) for receiving a partial area of ​​the object (12) and the further receiving openings (38, 40) are arranged such that when the bottom wall element (14), the cover wall elements (20, 22) and the reinforcing tabs (32, 34) are in contact, they are completely or at least partially in alignment with the receiving opening (36) of the bottom wall element (14). [2] Carrying packaging according to claim 1, characterized by, that the width of the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and of the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each corresponds to at least half the width of the bottom wall element (14), each measured in a direction perpendicular to the bending lines (16, 18, 24, 26). [3] Carrying packaging according to claim 2, characterized by , that the width of the first cover wall element (20) with the associated first reinforcing tab (32) is greater than the width of the second cover wall element (22) with the associated second reinforcing tab (34). [4] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the adjoining of the bottom wall element (14) with the first cover wall element (20) and of the first cover wall element (20) with the and the first reinforcing tab (32) as well as the adjoining of the bottom wall element (14) with the second cover wall element (20) and of the second cover wall element (22) with the second reinforcing tab (34) is carried out in a Z-fold. [5] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the receiving opening (36) of the bottom wall element (14) and / or the further receiving opening (38) of the first cover wall element (20) and / or the further receiving opening (40) of the first reinforcing tab (32) and / or the further receiving opening (38) of the second cover wall element (22) and / or the further receiving opening (40) of the second reinforcing tab (34) each has at least one locking tab (42, 44) projecting into the respective opening. [6] Carrying packaging according to claim 5, characterized by, that when the bottom wall element (14) is in contact with the first cover wall element (20) and the first cover wall element (20) with the first reinforcing tab (32) and when the bottom wall element (14) is in contact with the second cover wall element (20) and the second cover wall element (22) with the second reinforcing tab (34), overlapping locking tabs (42, 44) are arranged offset from each other in the corresponding receiving openings. [7] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one handle opening (46, 48, 50) such that, in the folded state of the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34), they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common handle opening. [8] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the bottom wall element (14) and / or the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one opening (96, 98, 102) for receiving and passing through a carrying handle, such that in the folded state of the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common opening for the carrying handle. [9] Carrying packaging according to claim 8, characterized by , that the side ends of the carrying handle are attached to the bottom wall element (14) or the first or second lid wall element (20, 22). [10] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that a side wall (52, 54) is hinged to the first and second reinforcing tab (32, 34) opposite the corresponding first and second lid wall element (20, 22) and a side wall (56, 58) is hinged to the bottom wall element (14) approximately perpendicular to the first and second lid wall elements (20, 22), wherein the side walls (52, 54, 56, 58) each have connecting tabs (60, 62, 64, 66) to form a wrap around the items (12) contained in the carrying packaging (10). [11] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the intermediate element (28, 30) consists of two mutually foldable and adjacent handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) and the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) each have at least one handle opening (68a, 68b; 70a, 70b) such that, when the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) are folded, the handle openings (68a, 68b; 70a, 70b) are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common handle opening. [12] Carrying packaging according to claim 11, characterized by , that the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) extend beyond the first and second lid wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcement tabs (32, 34) when folded. [13] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the carrying package (10) is formed in one piece. [14] Carrying packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the carrying packaging (10) is made of paper, cardboard, corrugated board or plastic. [15] Cutting board (100) for the manufacture of a carrying package (10) for receiving and transporting items (12), in particular bottles, cans, cups or similar items, comprising at least - a floor wall element (14) comprising at least one receiving opening (36) for receiving a part of the object (12), - each a first and second cover wall element (20, 22) arranged on opposite sides of the base wall element (14) via at least one bending line (16, 18) for contact with a surface of the base wall element (14) in the folded state of the blank (100); - each of the sides of the respective cover wall element (20, 22) opposite the bottom wall element (14) is arranged directly via at least one bending line (24, 26) or indirectly via at least one intermediate element (28, 30) for contact with a surface of the respective cover wall element (20, 22) in the folded state of the blank (100), wherein the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one further receiving opening (38, 40) for receiving a partial area of ​​the object (12) and the further receiving openings (38, 40) are arranged such that, when the bottom wall element (14), the cover wall elements (20, 22) and the reinforcing tabs (32, 34) are in contact with each other, they align with the receiving opening (36) of the floor wall element (14) are completely or at least partially in cover. [16] Cut according to claim 15, characterized by , that the width of the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and of the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each corresponds to at least half the width of the bottom wall element (14), each measured in a direction perpendicular to the bending lines (16, 18, 24, 26). [17] Cut according to claim 16, characterized by , that the width of the first cover wall element (20) with the associated first reinforcing tab (32) is greater than the width of the second cover wall element (22) with the associated second reinforcing tab (34). [18] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 17, characterized by, that the receiving opening (36) of the bottom wall element (14) and / or the further receiving opening (38) of the first cover wall element (20) and / or the further receiving opening (40) of the first reinforcing tab (32) and / or the further receiving opening (38) of the second cover wall element (22) and / or the further receiving opening (40) of the second reinforcing tab (34) each has at least one locking tab (42, 44) projecting into the respective opening. [19] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 18, characterized by, that when the bottom wall element (14) is in contact with the first cover wall element (20) and the first cover wall element (20) with the first reinforcing tab (32) and when the bottom wall element (14) is in contact with the second cover wall element (20) and the second cover wall element (22) with the second reinforcing tab (34), overlapping locking tabs (42, 44) are arranged offset from each other in the corresponding receiving openings. [20] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 19, characterized by, that the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one handle opening (46, 48, 50) such that, in the folded state of the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34), they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common handle opening. [21] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 20, characterized by, that the bottom wall element (14) and / or the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) each comprise at least one opening (96, 98, 102) for receiving and passing through a carrying handle, such that in the folded state of the bottom wall element (14), the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcing tabs (32, 34) they are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common opening for the carrying handle. [22] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 21, characterized by, that a side wall (52, 54) is hinged to the first and second reinforcing tab (32, 34) opposite the corresponding first and second cover wall element (20, 22) and a side wall (56, 58) is hinged to the bottom wall element (14) approximately perpendicular to the first and second cover wall elements (20, 22), wherein the side walls (52, 54, 56, 58) each have connecting tabs (60, 62, 64, 66) to form a wrap-around in the folded state of the blank (100). [23] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 22, characterized by, that the intermediate element (28, 30) consists of two mutually foldable and adjacent handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) and the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) each have at least one handle opening (68a, 68b; 70a, 70b) such that, when the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) are folded, the handle openings (68a, 68b; 70a, 70b) are completely or at least partially overlapping and form at least one common handle opening. [24] Cutting according to claim 23, characterized by , that the handle tabs (28a, 28b; 30a, 30b) extend beyond the first and second lid wall elements (20, 22) and the first and second reinforcement tabs (32, 34) when folded. [25] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 24, characterized by , that the cut (100) is formed in one piece. [26] Cutting according to one of claims 15 to 25, characterized by, that the blank (100) consists of paper, cardboard, corrugated board or plastic.

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