Reusable and recyclable packaging bags

Abstract

Methods, systems, and apparatus are described that include a reusable, recyclable packaging bag (102). The reusable, recyclable packaging bag comprises a plastic container (108), a paperboard jacket (106), and an adhesive coating. The plastic container comprises a first portion (202) and a second portion (204). The first portion has a forming region (208) with a flange (210) extending around a periphery (212) of the forming region (208). The second portion is sized to mate with the flange to define a space (232) between the facing surfaces of the second portion and the forming region of the first portion. The paperboard jacket has an opening defined therethrough. The opening is sized to allow passage of the forming region of the plastic container, while the flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps a region of the paperboard jacket around the periphery of the opening. An adhesive coating is disposed on the surface of the paperboard jacket.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This specification relates to reusable and recyclable packaging bags.

Background Art

[0002] Packaging bags can be used as means for containing shipping documents, tracking devices, and monitoring devices in logistics transportation and cargo shipping. The bag is attached to the cargo when the cargo moves through the distribution channel. Packaging bags are generally torn open when removing shipping documents, tracking devices, and monitoring devices from the cargo after use, and are usually neither reusable nor recyclable.

Summary of the Invention

[0003] The implementation of the present disclosure relates to reusable and recyclable packaging bags.

[0004] The reusable and recyclable packaging bag includes a plastic container, a cardboard jacket, and an adhesive coating. The plastic container includes a first part and a second part. The first part has a forming area, and a flange extends around the periphery of the forming area. The second part is sized to fit with the flange so as to define a space between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the forming area of the first part. The cardboard jacket includes an opening defined therethrough. The opening is sized to pass through the forming area of the plastic container, while the flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps the area of the cardboard jacket at the periphery of the opening. The adhesive coating is disposed on the surface of the cardboard jacket.

[0005] In one implementation, the plastic container may include a transparent portion. The transparent portion can enable the scanning of a machine-readable code contained within the plastic container. The machine-readable code may include information regarding the contents of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag.

[0006] In one implementation, a reusable and recyclable packaging bag is equipped with a monitoring device to sense the condition of the package to which the reusable and recyclable packaging bag is attached. The condition of the package may be one or more of the following: the location of the package, the orientation of the package, or the handling history of the package.

[0007] In one implementation, the cardboard jacket has perforations that extend from the edge of the opening to the outer edge of the cardboard jacket.

[0008] In one implementation, the molding area is sized to accommodate shipping documents. The molding area can house a tracking sensor within the space defined between the opposing surfaces of the second and first molding areas.

[0009] In one implementation, the adhesive coating is positioned within a second region of the cardboard jacket that does not overlap with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening.

[0010] In one implementation, the plastic container is made of polyethylene terephthalate.

[0011] In one implementation, plastic containers are constructed from recyclable materials.

[0012] Further implementations of this disclosure include a shipping container with a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. The shipping container includes a plastic container and a cardboard jacket. The plastic container is positioned on the surface of the shipping container. The plastic container comprises a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a molded area, with a flange extending around the periphery of the molded area. The second portion is fitted with the flange to define a space between the opposing surfaces of the second portion and the molded area of ​​the first portion. The cardboard jacket adheres to the surface of the shipping container. The cardboard jacket has an opening defined through itself. The molded area of ​​the plastic container extends through the opening, while the cardboard jacket overlaps with the flange of the plastic container to hold the plastic container in place on the surface of the shipping container. In some implementations, the plastic container further includes a transparent portion.

[0013] Further implementation of this disclosure includes a method for making reusable and recyclable packaging bags. The method includes the step of forming a plastic piece to form a plastic container. The plastic container comprises a first part and a second part. The first part has a molded area with a flange extending around the periphery of the molded area. The second part is sized to fit with the flange so as to define a space between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the molded area of ​​the first part. The plastic piece can be thermally pressed to form a plastic container. The molded area can be formed to house a monitoring sensor in the space defined between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the molded area of ​​the first part.

[0014] The method includes the step of forming a cardboard jacket. The cardboard jacket has an opening defined through itself. The opening is sized to allow a molded area of ​​a plastic container to pass through, while a flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps with the area of ​​the cardboard jacket around the opening. An adhesive coating may be applied to the surface of the cardboard jacket. The cardboard jacket may be closed and sealed by the adhesive coating. Perforations may be formed on the front surface of the cardboard jacket. Forming perforations on the front surface of the cardboard jacket allows the front surface of the cardboard jacket to be torn open to remove the contents. A transparent window may be fixed to the cardboard jacket to allow a visual sensor to perceive the internal state of the cardboard jacket. A release liner may be attached to the outer surface of a backing sheet via an adhesive coating so that the release liner is removable.

[0015] Specific implementations of the subject matter described herein may be implemented to achieve one or more of the following benefits: Implementations may provide reusable components in packaging bags. For example, implementations may reduce plastic waste entering the environment by reducing single-use plastic components in shipping bags. Recycling efficiency may be improved by independently and easily separating recyclable materials. Implementations may improve the lifespan of shipping monitoring devices by providing durable protective casings. Implementations may improve shipping in the distribution channels for sending and receiving shipments by increasing the likelihood that shipping documents remain together with the corresponding shipments throughout the journey through the route. Implementations may reduce the loss or misplacement of shipments in the distribution channels.

[0016] Details of one or more embodiments of the subject matter described herein are described in the accompanying drawings and the following description. Other features, embodiments, and advantages of the subject matter will become apparent from the description, drawings, and claims. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0017] [Figure 1] This is a front view of an example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag secured to a shipment. [Figure 2A] Figure 1 is a top view of a plastic container, an example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 2B] This is a cross-sectional view of the plastic container shown in Figure 2A, along section AA, with the plastic container open. [Figure 2C] Figure 2A is a cross-sectional view of a plastic container that is partially closed. [Figure 2D] Figure 2A is a cross-sectional view of the plastic container when it is completely closed. [Figure 3A] This is a cross-sectional view of a first alternative embodiment of a plastic container in which the plastic container is partially opened. [Figure 3B] Figure 3A is a cross-sectional view of a first alternative embodiment of the plastic container, where the plastic container is completely closed. [Figure 4A] This is a cross-sectional view of a second alternative embodiment of a plastic container in which the plastic container is partially opened. [Figure 4B] This is a cross-sectional view of a second alternative embodiment of the plastic container shown in Figure 4A, where the plastic container is completely closed. [Figure 5A] Figure 1 is a top view of a third alternative plastic container for reusable and recyclable packaging bags. [Figure 5B] Figure 5A is a cross-sectional view of the third alternative plastic container along cross-section BB with the plastic container open. [Figure 5C] Figure 5A shows a cross-sectional view of the third alternative plastic container along cross-section CC with the plastic container open. [Figure 5D] Figure 5A is a cross-sectional view of the third alternative plastic container along cross-section DD with the plastic container open. [Figure 6A] Figure 1 is a front view of a cardboard jacket assembly, an example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 6B] FIG. 6A is a side view of a cardboard jacket assembly of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 7A] FIG. 1 is a rear view of a first alternative cardboard jacket assembly of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 7B] FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view of a first alternative cardboard jacket assembly of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 8A] FIG. 1 is a front upper perspective view of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 8B] FIG. 1 is a rear perspective view of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 9] FIG. shows steps of a method of assembling a reusable and recyclable packaging bag of FIG. 1. [Figure 10A] FIG. is a top view of another example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. [Figure 10B] FIG. 10A is a cross-sectional view of a recyclable packaging bag along cross-section E-E with the recyclable packaging bag being open. [Figure 11] FIG. shows steps of a method of assembling a reusable and recyclable packaging bag of FIG. 10A. [Figure 12A] FIG. is a top view of another reusable and recyclable packaging bag for attachment to a rope. [Figure 12B] FIG. 12A is a cross-sectional view of a recyclable packaging bag along cross-section F-F with the recyclable packaging bag being open. [Figure 13] FIG. shows steps of a method of assembling a recyclable packaging bag of FIG. 12A. [Figure 14] FIG. is a diagram of an example method of manufacturing a reusable and recyclable packaging bag.

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0018] Like reference numerals and designations in the various drawings indicate like elements.

[0019] Distribution routes for sending and receiving shipments generally use shipping documents to route, sort, and track the various shipments that flow through the route. Shipping documents include, for example, air waybills, shipping labels, invoices, packing lists, and other documents related to the shipment. The shipping documents are placed inside a bag attached to the receiving surface of the package, box, cardboard box, or other container shipped through the route. It is important to keep the shipping documents with the shipment throughout its journey to ensure proper sorting, tracking, import / export, and final delivery. At the destination, the recipient tears open the bag and removes the shipping documents.

[0020] Shipping documents may include items such as packing slips or monitoring devices. Monitoring devices may be larger or molded to require additional protection while enclosed in the bag. Package monitoring devices that may be placed in the packaging bag may include, but are not limited to, devices that monitor location, temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, tilt angle, shock, or vibration.

[0021] While most shipments are made from recyclable cardboard, conventional glued plastic bags and packing list packaging materials make recycling shipments difficult and costly. Plastic packaging bags and materials must be removed before cardboard shipments can be recycled. However, conventional packaging bags and materials often stretch and tear, and are rarely removed in one piece from a shipment. If not recycled, these plastic bags and packing list packaging materials can end up directly in landfills, or they can be dumped into the ocean, where they remain undegraded and pollute the soil or the ocean. These plastic materials can also pollute water and / or harm fish or other marine animals.

[0022] Figure 1 shows an example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 102 to be attached to a shipment 104. The packaging bag 102 comprises a plastic container 108 and a cardboard jacket 106 with an adhesive coating to attach itself to the shipment 104. The plastic container 108 comprises a first part and a second part. The first part has a molded area, which has a flange extending around its periphery. The second part is sized to fit with the flange so as to define a space between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the molded area of ​​the first part. The cardboard jacket 106 has an opening defined through itself. The opening is sized to allow passage through the molded area of ​​the plastic container, while the flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps with the area of ​​the cardboard jacket 106 around the opening. The adhesive coating is positioned on the rear surface of the cardboard jacket 106.

[0023] As shown in Figure 1, the prepared shipping package 104 is ready for shipment. A recyclable shipping bag 102 is secured to the outer surface of the cardboard shipping package 104. A cardboard jacket 106 holds the plastic container 108 onto the shipping package 104. In the illustrated example, the plastic container includes a monitoring device 110.

[0024] The shipment 104 is an example of a shipment container to which a reusable shipment bag 102 can be attached. For example, the reusable shipment bag 102 can be attached to cardboard boxes, thin paper packaging materials, plastic packaging materials, unit load devices (ULDs), load-handling nets, pallets, or reusable and returnable shipment containers.

[0025] The monitoring device 110 senses one or more conditions of the shipping container. For example, the monitoring device 110 can track and monitor location, temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, tilt angle, shock, or vibration. The monitoring device 110 may include an electronic recorder or electronic receiver for sensing electronic signals. For example, the monitoring device 110 may include an electronic receiver for receiving satellite signals to determine the location of the shipping container. The monitoring device 110 may include an electronic transmitter for transmitting the condition or location of the shipping container. The monitoring device 110 may include a machine-readable code 112 containing information about the contents of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 102 or shipping package 104.

[0026] Referring to Figures 2A to 2D, the plastic container 108 has a first portion 202 and a second portion 204. The first portion has a first molding area 208. The first molding area 208 may be rectangular, as shown in Figure 2A. Alternatively, the first molding area 208 may be of a different shape. For example, the first molding area may be square, circular, triangular, hexagonal, or irregular in shape. In other words, the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 can be shaped / sized to suit a desired purpose, for example, to contain various types of monitoring devices or shipping documents. For example, Figures 3A to 3B, 4A to 4B, and 5A to 5D show various alternative cross-sectional shapes for the plastic container 108, as will be discussed in more detail later. The first molding area 208 has a first flange 210 extending around the first periphery 212 of the first molding area 208. The first periphery 212 and the second periphery 214 define the first molding region 208. The first molding region 208 has an upper surface 226 that is different from the first surface 218. The upper surface 226, as well as the first periphery 212 and the second periphery 214, define the first molding region 208.

[0027] Figure 2B shows a cross-section of the plastic container 108 along section AA. Referring to Figure 2B, the first flange 210 extends from the first periphery 212 to the outer periphery 236 of the plastic container 108. The first molded area 208 has a first recessed area 220 defined by the second periphery 214. The greater of either the outer surface 222 or the inner surface 224 of the first flange 210 determines the height of the first molded area 208. The outer surface 222 and the inner surface 224 are connected by the top surface 226. The inner surface 224 extends around the second periphery 214 to define the first recessed area 220. The first recessed area 220 is sized to hold the monitoring device 110 and / or packaging label.

[0028] The plastic container 108 has a second portion 204 sized to fit into a first molded region 208. The second portion 204 has a second recessed region 228 extending from a second surface 230 on a third periphery 240, so as to define a void 232. The void 232 can also be referred to as a space. The void 232 is between opposing surfaces, i.e., between the first surface 218 of the first portion 202 and the second surface 230 of the second portion 204. The second portion 204 has a second flange 238 corresponding to the second surface 230. The first portion 202 and the second portion 204 are brought together by fitting the first flange 210 and the second flange 238 to form the void 232. The void 232 holds the monitoring device 110. The first portion 202 and the second portion 204 remain together to form a protective shell. A hinge 206 can connect the first portion 202 and the second portion 204. For example, when the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 are formed from a single piece of plastic, the hinge 206 may be the weaker portion of the plastic that articulates the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 around the hinge 206. For example, the hinge 206 may be the thinner portion of the plastic when compared to the first portion 202 and the second portion 204. Alternatively, the hinge 206 may be the perforated portion of the plastic between the first portion 202 and the second portion 204. Referring to Figure 2B, the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 articulate around the hinge 206 like a bivalve in the direction of arrow 234. Referring to Figure 2C, the second portion 204 closes to the first portion 202. Referring to Figure 2D, the second part 204 completely closes to the first part 202. Alternatively, the first part 202 and the second part 204 can be separate parts. For example, the second part 204 could be positioned to close to the first part 202 and made integral so that they close and stay together.

[0029] The plastic container 108 may have a transparent portion. The transparent portion allows light to pass through the plastic container 108, allowing a person or machine to view and scan the contents (monitoring device 110 and / or packaging label). The transparent portion allows scanning of a machine-readable code 112 (as shown in Figure 1) on the monitoring device 110 and / or packaging label contained within the plastic container 108. For example, the machine-readable code may be a Quick Response (QR) code® consisting of a matrix of black and white squares, which can be read by a QR code® scanner (not shown). The QR code® may contain information about the contents of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. In some cases, the entire plastic container 108 is transparent. The condition of the shipping packaging material, such as that indicated by the monitoring device 110 described above, can also be observed by a person.

[0030] The plastic container 108 is constructed from a plastic material. For example, the plastic container 108 may be polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene, or polypropylene. The plastic container 108 is constructed from a recyclable material. The plastic material of the plastic container provides protection for the contents of the plastic container 108 from scratching, impact / vibration, and compression from all directions, and protection for the machine-readable code 112 in the monitoring device 110.

[0031] Referring to Figures 3A and 3B, a plastic container 300 is shown that is generally similar to the plastic container 108. The plastic container 300 has a first portion 302 that is substantially similar to the first portion 202 discussed earlier. The plastic container 300 has a second portion 304 that is generally similar to the second portion 204 discussed earlier. The second portion 304 has a partially recessed region 328 similar to the second recessed region 228. The partially recessed region 328 extends within the second periphery 214 shown in Figure 2A in a region corresponding to a similar region of the first molded region 208. The plastic container 300 includes a hinge 306 that connects the first portion 302 and the second portion 304.

[0032] Referring to Figures 4A and 4B, a plastic container 400 is shown that is generally similar to the plastic container 300. The plastic container 400 has a first portion 402 that is substantially similar to the first portion 202 discussed earlier. The plastic container 400 has a second portion 404 that is generally similar to the second portion 204 discussed earlier. The second portion 404 has a partially recessed region 428 similar to the second recessed region 328. The partially recessed region 428 extends within the second periphery 214 shown in Figure 2A, in a portion of a region similar to the region of the first molded region 208. The partially recessed region 428 may appear as a bulge 434 in the second portion 404. The plastic container 400 includes a hinge 406 that connects the first portion 402 and the second portion 404. When the second portion 404 is closed in the first portion 402, the void 432 is defined in the space between the second portion 404 and the first portion 402.

[0033] Figure 5A is a top view of a third alternative plastic container 500 for the reusable and recyclable packaging bag of Figure 1. Referring to Figures 5A to 5D, the third alternative plastic container 500 has a first portion 502 and a second portion 504. The first portion has a first molded area 508. The first molded area 508 may be rectangular, as shown in Figure 5A. Alternatively, the first molded area 508 may be of a different shape. For example, the first molded area may be square, circular, triangular, hexagonal, or irregular in shape. In other words, the first portion 502 and the second portion 504 may be shaped / sized to suit a desired purpose, for example, to contain various types of monitoring devices or shipping documents. The first molded area 508 has a first flange 510 extending around a first periphery 512 of the first molded area 508. The first periphery 512 and the second periphery 514 define the first molding region 508. The first molding region 508 has a top surface 526 that is different from the first surface 518. The top surface 526, as well as the first periphery 512 and the second periphery 514, define the first molding region 508. The first recessed region 520 is equipped with and sized to accommodate a retractable bag 542. The retractable bag 542 provides an additional protective barrier to the shipping documents or monitoring device 110.

[0034] Figure 5B shows a cross-section of the alternative plastic container 500 along section AA. Figure 5C is a cross-sectional view of the third alternative plastic container of Figure 5A along section CC with the plastic container open. Figure 5D is a cross-sectional view of the third alternative plastic container of Figure 5A along section DD with the plastic container open. Referring to Figures 5B, 5C, and 5D, the first flange 510 extends from the first periphery 512 to the outer periphery 536 of the plastic container 500. The first molded region 508 has a first recessed region 520 defined by the second periphery 514. The greater of either the outer surface 522 or the inner surface 524 of the first flange 510 determines the height of the first molded region 520. The outer surface 522 and the inner surface 524 are connected by the top surface 526. The inner surface 524 extends around the second periphery 514 to define a first recessed area 520. The first recessed area 520 is sized to hold the monitoring device 110 and / or the packaging label.

[0035] The plastic container 500 has a second portion 504 sized to fit into a first molded region 508. The second portion 504 has a second recessed region 528 extending from a second surface 530 at a third periphery 540 to define a void 532. The second recessed region 528 may be further defined by a fourth periphery 544 to partially recess the second recessed region 528, similar to the partially recessed plastic container 300 as shown in Figure 5B. The void 532 may also be referred to as a space. The void 532 is between opposing surfaces, i.e., between the first surface 518 of the first portion 502 and the second surface 530 of the second portion 504. The second portion 504 has a second flange 538 corresponding to the second surface 530. The first part 502 and the second part 504 are brought together by fitting the first flange 510 and the second flange 538 to form a cavity 532. The cavity 532 holds the monitoring device 110. The first part 502 and the second part 504 remain together to form a protective shell.

[0036] The hinge 506 can connect the first portion 502 and the second portion 504. For example, when the first portion 502 and the second portion 504 are formed from a single piece of plastic, the hinge 506 may be the weaker portion of the plastic that articulates the first portion 502 and the second portion 504 around the hinge 506. For example, the hinge 506 may be the thinner portion of the plastic when compared to the first portion 502 and the second portion 504. Alternatively, the hinge 506 may be the perforated portion of the plastic between the first portion 502 and the second portion 504. Referring to Figure 5B, the first portion 502 and the second portion 504 articulate around the hinge 506 like a bivalve shell in the direction of arrow 534.

[0037] Figure 6A is a front view of the cardboard jacket assembly of an example of a reusable and recyclable packaging bag shown in Figure 1. As shown in Figure 6A, the recyclable packaging bag 102 comprises a cardboard jacket assembly 600. The cardboard jacket assembly 600 comprises a cardboard jacket 106. The cardboard jacket 106 has an opening 604 defined by a periphery 606. The opening 604 is sized to allow passage through the first molded region 208 and the second recessed region 228 of the plastic container 108, while the first flange 210 and the second flange 238 extend beyond the periphery 606 of the opening 604 when joined together. The opening 604 is also sized to overlap with the plastic container 108 in an overlapping region 608 defined by an overlapping periphery 610. The overlapping region 608 of the cardboard jacket 106 is located around the opening 604 between the periphery 606 of the opening and the overlapping periphery 610. The overlap of the first flange 210, which is coupled to the second flange 238 in the overlapping region 608, holds the plastic container 108 within the cardboard jacket 106.

[0038] The cardboard jacket 106 can be made from paper, cardboard, or similar materials. Alternatively, the cardboard jacket 106 may be made from plastic or laminate. The cardboard jacket 106 may be made from a combination of multiple materials, such as both paper and plastic.

[0039] The cardboard jacket 106 has a first surface 612. The first surface 612 faces away from the package and towards the person when the cardboard jacket assembly is secured to the shipment 104. The cardboard jacket 600 also has a second surface 614. The second surface 614 faces towards the package and away from the person when the cardboard jacket assembly 600 is secured to the shipment 104.

[0040] The cardboard jacket 106 has perforations 616 extending from the periphery 606 of the opening 604 to the outer edge 618 of the cardboard jacket 106. The perforations 616 allow the cardboard jacket 106 to be torn open in order to remove the plastic container 108 at the end of shipping. The perforations 616 may extend from a first surface 612 to a second surface 620, as shown in Figure 6B. Figure 6B is a side view of the cardboard jacket assembly of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag in Figure 6A. Alternatively, the perforations 616 do not necessarily have to extend completely from the first surface 612 to the second surface 620. This may be called a groove. The perforations 616 and a portion of the edge 618 define a perforation tab area 632. The perforations 616 can be torn to remove the perforation tab area 632, exposing the contents of the cardboard jacket assembly 600. Other easy-to-open / tear features may be included in the cardboard jacket for easy opening.

[0041] The adhesive coating 622 is positioned on the second surface 620 of the cardboard jacket. The adhesive coating 622 is positioned in the overlapping area 608 of the cardboard jacket 106 around the opening 604 and in the second area 624 of the cardboard jacket that does not overlap. The second area 624 is the adhesive area. The adhesive coating 622 secures the cardboard jacket 106 to the shipment 104. The adhesive coating 622 may contain an acrylic adhesive. The adhesive coating 622 may be a permanent adhesive. A permanent adhesive is an adhesive coating 622 in which, once the bond of the permanent adhesive is broken, the adhesive no longer functions as an adhesive (i.e., a permanent adhesive is not resealable). Furthermore, the bond strength of a permanent adhesive is typically much higher than that of a resealable adhesive. For example, the bond strength of a permanent adhesive is much higher than the force required to open a resealable adhesive without it falling, separating, or peeling. The adhesive coating 622 has sufficient adhesive strength to withstand the roughness of the shipping environment in order to prevent the cardboard jacket 106 from being rubbed open and / or peeled off. The adhesive coating 622 has a first surface 626. The first surface 626 is bonded to the cardboard jacket 106. The adhesive coating 622 also has a second surface 628. The adhesive coating 622 may be a double-sided adhesive tape (i.e., a plastic piece / carrier) with permanent adhesive.

[0042] The cardboard jacket assembly 600 includes a release liner 630. The release liner 630 is attached to the second surface 628 of the adhesive coating 622. The release liner 630 may be formed from a paper material coated with a release agent such as silicone. The release liner 630 is removed via the exposed adhesive coating 622 before the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 100 is secured to the shipment 104. The release liner 630 is attached to the outer surface of the cardboard jacket 106 to cover and protect the adhesive coating 622 until the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 100 is ready to be attached to the shipment 104.

[0043] The cardboard jacket assembly 600 may include a transparent plastic sheet (not shown) fixed to the second surface 620 of the cardboard jacket 106 in an overlapping area 608. The transparent plastic sheet covers the opening 604. The transparent plastic sheet allows light to pass through to the cardboard jacket 106, allowing a person or machine to view and scan the contents (monitoring device 110 and / or packaging label). The transparent plastic sheet can be used when a packaging label is used, or when the monitoring device 110 is thin enough or does not require additional protection.

[0044] Figure 7A is a rear view of the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly of the cardboard jacket 106. As shown in Figure 7A, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 102 comprises the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700. The first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 comprises a cardboard jacket 706. The cardboard jacket 706 has an opening 704 defined by its periphery 706. The opening 704 is sized to allow passage through the first molded region 508 and the second recessed region 528 of the third alternative plastic container 500, while the first flange 510 and the second flange 538 extend beyond the periphery 706 of the opening 704 when joined together. The opening 704 is also sized to overlap with the third alternative plastic container 500 in the overlapping region 708 defined by the overlapping periphery 710. The overlapping region 708 of the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 is located around the opening 704 between the opening periphery 706 and the overlapping periphery 710. The overlap of the first flange 510, which is coupled to the second flange 538 in the overlapping region 708, holds the third alternative plastic container 500 within the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700.

[0045] The cardboard jacket 706 has a first surface 712, as shown in Figure 7B. The first surface faces away from the shipment 104 and towards the person when the first alternative cardboard jacket 700 is secured to the shipment 104. The cardboard jacket 706 also has a second surface 720. The second surface 720 faces towards the shipment 104 and away from the person when the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 is secured to the shipment 104.

[0046] The cardboard jacket 706 has perforations 716 extending from the periphery 706 of the opening 704 to the outer edge 718 of the cardboard jacket 706. The perforations 716 allow the cardboard jacket 706 to be torn open in order to remove the plastic container 500 at the end of shipping. The perforations 716 may extend from the first surface 712 to the second surface 720 shown in Figure 7B. Figure 7B is a cross-sectional view of the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag in Figure 7A. In the alternative, the perforations 716 do not necessarily have to extend completely from the first surface 712 to the second surface 720. This may be called a groove. The perforations 716 and a portion of the edge 718 define a perforation tab area 732. The perforations 716 can be torn to remove the perforated tab area 732, exposing the contents of the first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700. Other easy-open / tear features may be included in the cardboard jacket for easy opening.

[0047] The adhesive coating 722 is positioned on the second surface 720 of the cardboard jacket 706. The adhesive coating 722 is positioned in the second region 724 of the cardboard jacket 706 that does not overlap with the overlapping region 708 of the cardboard jacket 706 around the opening 704. The second region 724 is the adhesive region. The adhesive coating 722 secures the cardboard jacket 706 to the shipment 104. The adhesive coating 722 is substantially the same as the adhesive coating 622 previously considered. The adhesive coating 722 has a first surface 726. The first surface 726 is bonded to the cardboard jacket 706. The adhesive coating 722 also has a second surface 728.

[0048] The first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 includes a release liner, which is substantially similar to the release liner 630, although it is not shown. The release liner is attached to the second surface 728 of the adhesive coating 722. The release liner 730 is removed via the exposed adhesive coating 722 before the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 100 is secured to the shipment 104. The release liner 730 is attached to the outer surface of the first alternative cardboard jacket 700 to cover and protect the adhesive coating 722 until the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 100 is ready to be attached to the shipment 104.

[0049] The first alternative cardboard jacket assembly 700 may include a transparent plastic sheet (not shown) fixed to the second surface 720 of the cardboard jacket 706 in the overlapping area 708. The transparent plastic sheet covers the opening 704. The transparent plastic sheet allows light to pass through to the first alternative cardboard jacket 700, allowing a person or machine to view and scan the contents (monitoring device 110 and / or packaging label). The transparent plastic sheet can be used when a packaging label is used, or when the monitoring device 110 is thin enough or does not require additional protection.

[0050] As shown in Figure 8A, the monitoring device 110 with a QR code (registered trademark) is positioned in a cavity 232 of a fastened and closed plastic container 108. The plastic container 108 is positioned inside a cardboard jacket 106. The first surface 612 of the cardboard jacket 106 is shown above the release liner 630. The plastic container 108 is fitted and held in an overlapping area 608 of the cardboard jacket 106 (as shown in Figure 8B). The first portion 202 of the plastic container 108 is seen in Figure 8A. The second portion 204 of the plastic container 108 is seen in Figure 8B.

[0051] Figure 9 visually illustrates the process 900 of assembling a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 102, securing the recyclable bag 102 to a shipment 104, and removing the plastic container 108 after shipment. In step A, the monitoring device 110 with a machine-readable code 112 is placed in a first recessed area 220 inside the first molded area 208 of the first portion 202 of the plastic container 108. The second portion 204 extends from a hinge 206. In step B, the second portion 204 is fastened to the first portion 202 of the plastic container 108 to close it. The monitoring device 110 is securely held and protected inside the closed plastic container 108. In step C, the plastic container 108 containing the monitoring device 110 is positioned to be placed in the cardboard jacket assembly 600. In step D, the plastic container 108 containing the monitoring device 110 is placed in the cardboard jacket assembly 600.

[0052] In step E, the cardboard jacket assembly 600, including the plastic container 108 with the monitoring device 110, is placed with the first surface 112 (not shown) facing downwards (or away from people) and the entire release liner 630 visible. In step F, the release liner 630 is removed from the cardboard jacket assembly 600 to expose the second surface 628 of the adhesive coating 622. In step G, the cardboard jacket assembly 600, including the plastic container 108 and the monitoring device 110, is secured to the shipment 104 with the second surface 628 of the adhesive coating 622 facing the shipping packaging material. The shipment 104 is shipped.

[0053] After the shipment 104 arrives at its final destination, the perforations 616 are torn and the perforated tab area 632 is removed, as shown in step H, exposing a portion of the plastic container 108. The plastic container 108 is removed from the cardboard jacket assembly 600. The cardboard jacket assembly remains with the shipment 104. The first portion 202 is separated from the second portion 204. The monitoring device 110 can be removed from the plastic container 108 and may be reprogrammed or reused. The plastic container 108 can be reused multiple times. If it is damaged beyond repair, the plastic container 108 can be recycled. The shipment 104, with the fixed but torn and opened cardboard jacket assembly 600, can be recycled.

[0054] Figure 10A is a top view of another example of a recyclable packaging bag 1000. Figure 10B is a cross-sectional view of the recyclable packaging bag 1000 of Figure 10A along section EE with the recyclable packaging bag 1000 in an open state. The recyclable packaging bag 1000 is secured to the outside of a unit load device (ULD) or a reusable and returnable container without the previously considered cardboard jacket. An example with a ULD includes an internal stabilization unit (ISU). An example with a reusable and returnable container is a reusable / returnable plastic tote (for convenience stores, medical device manufacturers, and hospitals), and a reusable / returnable plastic corrugated box (for repair companies). Other examples of reusable and returnable containers are a reusable / returnable transport case (for field professionals) and a metal-reinforced reusable / returnable transport case (for the trade show industry). The recyclable packaging bag 1000 can hold a monitoring device 110 or shipping documents.

[0055] Referring to Figures 10A and 10B, the recyclable packaging bag 1000 has a first portion 1002 and a second portion 1004. The first portion has a first molding region 1008. The first molding region 1008 may be rectangular, as shown in Figure 10A. Alternatively, the first molding region 1008 may have a different geometric shape, as previously considered with reference to the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The first molding region 1008 has a first flange 1010 extending around a first periphery 1012 of the first molding region 1008. The first periphery 1012 and the second periphery 1014 define the first molding region 1008. The first molding region 1008 has a top surface 1026 distinct from the first surface 1018. The upper surface 1026 and the first and second peripheral edges 1012 and 1014 define the first molding region 1008.

[0056] Figure 10B shows a cross-sectional view of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 along section EE. Referring to Figure 10B, the first flange 1010 extends from the first periphery 1012 to the outer periphery 1036 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The first molded area 1008 has a first recessed area 1020 defined by the second periphery 1014. The greater of either the outer surface 1022 or the inner surface 1024 of the first flange 1010 determines the height of the first molded area 1020. The outer surface 1022 and the inner surface 1024 are connected by the top surface 1026. The inner surface 1024 extends around the second periphery 1014 to define the first recessed area 1020. The first recessed area 1020 is sized to hold the monitoring device 110 and / or the packaging label.

[0057] The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 has a second portion 1004 sized to fit into a first molded area 1008. The second portion 1004 has a second recessed area 1028 extending from a second surface 1030 at a third periphery 1040, so as to define a void 1032. The void 1032 may also be called a space. The void 1032 is between opposing surfaces, i.e., between the first surface 1018 of the first portion 1002 and the second surface 1030 of the second portion 1004. The second portion 1004 has a second flange 1038 corresponding to the second surface 1030. The first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004 are placed together by fitting the first flange 1010 and the second flange 1038 together to form the void 1032. The cavity 1032 holds the monitoring device 110. The first part 1002 and the second part 1004 remain together to form a protective shell.

[0058] The hinge 1006 can connect the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004. For example, when the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004 are formed from a single piece of plastic, the hinge 1006 may be the weaker portion of the plastic that articulates the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004 around the hinge 1006. For example, the hinge 1006 may be the thinner portion of the plastic when compared to the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004. Alternatively, the hinge 1006 may be the perforated portion of the plastic between the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004. Referring to Figure 10B, the first portion 1002 and the second portion 1004 articulate around the hinge 1006 like a bivalve shell in the direction of arrow 1034.

[0059] The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 has a third portion 1046 extending from a second portion 1004. The third portion 1046 may include a portion of the second surface 1030. An adhesive coating 1042 is applied to the third portion 1046. The adhesive coating 1042 is substantially the same as the adhesive coating described earlier. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 includes a release liner 1144 (shown in Figure 11) substantially the same as the release liner described earlier. The adhesive coating 1042 attaches the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 to the ULD.

[0060] Figures 11A to 11H visually illustrate the process 1100 of assembling a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and securing the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 to the ULD 1102. In step A, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 is opened to receive a monitoring device 110 in a first recessed area 1020. The peel-off liner 1144 faces the user. In step B, the monitoring device 110 with a machine-readable code 112 is placed in the first recessed area 1020 inside the first molded area 1008 of the first portion 1002 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The second portion 1004 extends from a hinge 1006. In step C, the second portion 1004 is secured and closed to the first portion 1002 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The monitoring device 110 is securely held and protected within the closed reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The release liner 1144 faces away from the user. In step D, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 is turned inside out so that the release liner 1144 faces the user. In step E, the release liner 1144 is partially removed from the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000, partially exposing the adhesive coating 1042. In step F, the release liner 1144 is completely removed from the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000, fully exposing the adhesive coating 1042. In step G, the ULD 1146 to which the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 containing the monitoring device 110 is secured is identified.

[0061] In step H, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 is secured to the ULD 1146 by an adhesive coating 1042. The ULD 1146 is shipped. After the ULD 1146 arrives at its final destination as shown in step H, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and the monitoring device 110 remain attached to the ULD 1146 for continued monitoring of the location and movement of the ULD 1146 within the distribution route.

[0062] In some cases, the ULD1146 is shipped to an intermediate destination. When shipped to an intermediate destination, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and monitoring device 110 remain attached to the ULD1146 for continued monitoring and tracking of the ULD1146 within multiple distribution routes and shipping networks between multiple locations.

[0063] In some cases, the ULD1146 is shipped to its final destination at the customer's location, accompanied by a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and a monitoring device 110. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and the monitoring device 110 remain attached to the ULD1146 at the customer's location. Workers in the distribution route can deactivate the monitoring device. Later, workers in the distribution route can retrieve the ULD1146 with the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and the deactivated monitoring device 110. Thus, workers can reactivate the monitoring device 110 for further use in the distribution route.

[0064] Furthermore, if the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 is used to attach the monitoring device 110 to the surface of a customer's reusable and returnable package (not shown in the drawing), the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 with the monitoring device 110 inside remains attached to the customer's package. Workers in the distribution route can deactivate the monitoring device 110. The monitoring device 110 is reactivated when workers in the distribution route pick up this customer's package for the next shipment.

[0065] When either or both the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and the monitoring device 110 attached to ULD1146 or the customer's reusable and returnable package are damaged beyond repair, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 with the monitoring device 110 inside is removed from ULD1146 or from the customer's reusable and returnable package (not shown). The first part 1002 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 is separated from the second part 1004 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The monitoring device 110 can be removed from the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 and may be reprogrammed or reused. A new double-sided adhesive coating 1042 may be applied to the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 can be reused multiple times. If damaged beyond repair, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1000 may be recycled.

[0066] Figure 12A is a top view of another reusable and recyclable packaging bag for attachment to a rope. Figure 12B is a cross-sectional view of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag of Figure 12A along section FF with the reusable and recyclable packaging bag in an open state. Referring to Figures 12A to 12B, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 has a first portion 1202 and a second portion 1204. The first portion has a first molding region 1208. The first molding region 1208 may be rectangular, as shown in Figure 12A. Alternatively, the first molding region 1208 may have a different geometric shape, as previously considered with reference to the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200. The first molding region 1208 has a first flange 1210 extending around a first periphery 1212 of the first molding region 1208. The first periphery 1212 and the second periphery 1214 define the first molding region 1208. The first molding region 1208 has an upper surface 1226 that is different from the first surface 1218. The upper surface 1226, as well as the first periphery 1212 and the second periphery 1214, define the first molding region 1208.

[0067] Figure 12B shows a cross-sectional view of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 along the cross-section FF. Referring to Figure 12B, the first flange 1210 extends from the first periphery 1212 to the outer periphery 1236 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200. The first molded area 1208 has a first recessed area 1220 defined by the second periphery 1214. The greater of either the outer surface 1222 or the inner surface 1224 of the first flange 1210 determines the height of the first molded area 1220. The outer surface 1222 and the inner surface 1224 are connected by the top surface 1226. The inner surface 1224 extends around the second periphery 1214 to define the first recessed area 1220. The first recessed area 1220 is sized to hold the monitoring device 110 and / or the packaging label.

[0068] The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 has a second portion 1204 sized to fit into a first molded area 1208. The second portion 1204 has a second recessed area 1228 extending from a second surface 1230 on a third periphery 1240, so as to define a void 1232. The void 1232 can also be called a space. The void 1232 is between opposing surfaces, i.e., between the first surface 1218 of the first portion 1202 and the second surface 1230 of the second portion 1204. The second portion 1204 has a second flange 1238 corresponding to the second surface 1230. The first portion 1202 and the second portion 1204 are placed together by fitting the first flange 1210 and the second flange 1238 together to form the void 1232. The cavity 1232 holds the monitoring device 110. The first part 1202 and the second part 1204 remain together to form a protective shell.

[0069] The first hinge 1206a can connect the first portion 1202 to the hinge portion 1248 to the second hinge 1206b and the second portion 1204. For example, when the first portion 1202 and the second portion 1204 are formed from a single piece of plastic, the first hinge 1206a and the second hinge 1206b may be weaker parts of the plastic that articulate the first portion 1202 and the second portion 1004 around the first hinge 1206a and the second hinge 1206b. For example, the first hinge 1206a and the second hinge 1206b may be thinner parts of the plastic when compared to the first portion 1202 and the second portion 1204. Alternatively, the first hinge 1206a and the second hinge 1206b may be perforated plastic sections between the first section 1202 and the second section 1204. Referring to Figure 12B, the first section 1202 and the second section 1204 articulate around the first hinge 1206a and the second hinge 1206b like a bivalve shell in the direction of arrow 1234. The hinge section 1248 wraps around a rope 1304 of a cylindrical object shown in Figures 13D-13E to hold a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 in place. The rope 1304 may be part of a net. The net can enclose or hold multiple shipments or containers. In some cases, the net holds multiple shipments or containers on a shipping pallet. In some cases, the hinge section 1248 can form an attachment loop around the rope 1304.

[0070] The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 has an adhesive coating 1242 on the first flange 1210 from the first periphery 1212 to the outer periphery 1236. The adhesive coating 1242 can cover all or part of the first flange 1210. The adhesive coating 1242 is substantially the same as the adhesive coating described earlier. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 is equipped with a release liner 1302 (shown in Figures 13A to 13C) substantially the same as the release liner described earlier. The adhesive coating 1242 attaches the first portion 1202 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 to the second portion 1204 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 around the rope 1304.

[0071] Figures 13A to 13E illustrate the steps of the method for assembling the reusable and recyclable packaging bag shown in Figure 12A. Figures 13A to 13E visually illustrate the process of assembling the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 and securing the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 to the rope 1304. In step A, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 is opened in a first recessed area 1220 to receive the monitoring device 110. The peel-off liner 1302 faces the user. In step B, the monitoring device 110 with a machine-readable code 112 is placed in the first recessed area 1220 inside the first molded area 1208 of the first portion 1202 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200. The second portion 1204 extends from the hinge 1206. In step C, the release liner 1302 is removed from the first portion 1202, exposing the adhesive layer 1242. In step D, a rope 1304 is identified to which a reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 containing a monitoring device 110 is secured. In this case, as shown in step D, the rope 1304 is part of a net that holds the load on the pallet.

[0072] In step E, the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 are secured to the rope 1304 by an adhesive coating 1242. The goods on the pallet, along with the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and the monitoring device 110, are shipped. After the goods on the pallet arrive at their final destination, the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and the monitoring device 110 remain attached to the mesh rope 1304 for continued monitoring of the goods on the pallet in the location and movement of the mesh rope 1304 throughout the distribution route.

[0073] In some cases, the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet are shipped to an intermediate destination. When shipped to the intermediate destination, the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and monitoring devices 110 remain attached to the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet for continued monitoring and tracking of the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet through multiple distribution routes and shipping networks between multiple locations.

[0074] In some cases, the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet are shipped to the final destination at the customer's location, along with the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and the monitoring device 110. The reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and the monitoring device 110 remain attached to the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet at the customer's location. Workers in the distribution route can deactivate the monitoring device. Later, workers in the distribution route can retrieve the mesh ropes 1304 that hold the goods on the pallet, along with the reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1200 and the deactivated monitoring device 110. Thus, workers can reactivate the monitoring device 110 for further use in the distribution route.

[0075] Furthermore, if the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 is used to attach the monitoring device 110 to the handle (not shown) of a customer's reusable and returnable package, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 with the monitoring device 110 inside remains attached to the customer's package. Workers in the distribution route can deactivate the monitoring device 110. The monitoring device 110 is reactivated when workers in the distribution route pick up this customer's package for the next shipment.

[0076] When either or both of the mesh rope 1304 or the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 and monitoring device 110 attached to the customer's reusable and returnable package are damaged beyond repair, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 with the monitoring device 110 inside is removed from the mesh 1304 or from the customer's reusable and returnable package (not shown). The first part 1202 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 is separated from the second part 1204 of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200. The monitoring device 110 can be removed from the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 and may be reprogrammed or reused. A new double-sided adhesive coating 1242 may be applied to the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 can be reused multiple times. If damaged beyond repair, the reusable and recyclable packaging bag 1200 may be recycled.

[0077] Figure 14 shows a method 1400 for manufacturing a reusable and recyclable packaging bag. In step 1402, a plastic container is formed from a piece of plastic. The plastic container comprises a first part and a second part. The first part has a molded area with a flange extending around the periphery of the molded area. The second part is sized to fit with the flange so as to define a space between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the molded area of ​​the first part. The molded area may be formed to hold shipping documents. The piece of plastic can be thermally pressed to form the plastic container. The molded area may be formed to house a tracking sensor in the space defined between the opposing surfaces of the second part and the molded area of ​​the first part. A monitoring device may be attached to the plastic container. The monitoring device can sense the condition of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag.

[0078] In step 1404, a cardboard jacket is formed. The cardboard jacket has an opening defined through it. The opening is sized to allow a molded area of ​​the plastic container to pass through, while a flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps with the area of ​​the cardboard jacket around the opening. A transparent window can be fixed to the cardboard jacket, at the opening, to allow a visual sensor to sense the state inside the cardboard jacket. The state may be an image. The method may include sensing the state through the transparent window. Perforations may be formed on the front of the cardboard jacket. Perforations on the front of the cardboard jacket allow the front of the cardboard jacket to be torn open to remove the contents.

[0079] In step 1406, the adhesive coating is applied to the surface of the cardboard jacket. Applying the adhesive coating may include sealing the cardboard jacket, which will be closed by the adhesive coating.

[0080] In step 1408, the release liner is attached to the outer surface of the backing sheet via an adhesive coating so that the release liner can be removed.

[0081] This specification includes many specific details of implementation, but these should not be construed as limitations on the scope of any invention or claim, but rather as descriptions of features that may be specific to a particular implementation of a particular invention. Certain features described herein in the context of separate implementations may be implemented in combination in a single implementation. Conversely, various features described herein in the context of a single implementation may be implemented separately in multiple implementations, or in any suitable partial combination. Furthermore, while features may be described, and even initially claimed, as acting in a particular combination, one or more features from the claimed combination may, in some cases, be implemented from the combination, and the claimed combination may be directed towards a partial combination or a variation of a partial combination.

[0082] This document contains many specific details of implementation, but these should not be construed as limitations to the extent that they may be claimed, but rather as descriptions of features that may be specific to a particular implementation or embodiment. Certain features described herein in the context of separate embodiments may be implemented in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features described herein in the context of a single embodiment may be implemented separately in multiple embodiments, or in any suitable partial combination. Furthermore, while features may be described, and even initially claimed, as acting in a particular combination, one or more features from the claimed combination may, in some cases, be implemented from the combination, and the claimed combination may be directed towards a partial combination or a variation of a partial combination. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0083] 100 reusable and recyclable packaging bags 102 Reusable and recyclable packaging bags, recyclable shipping bags 104 Shipments 106 Cardboard jacket 108 Plastic containers 110 Surveillance Devices 112 Machine-readable codes 202 Part 1 204 Part 2 206 Hinge 208 First molding region 210 First flange 212 First periphery 214 Second Periphery 218 First surface 220 First concave region 222 Outer surface 224 Inner surface 226 Top surface 228 Second concave region 230 Second surface 232 blank 236 Outer periphery 238 Second flange 240 Third Periphery 300 plastic containers 302 Part 1 304 Part 2 306 Hinge 328 Partially concave region, second concave region 400 plastic containers 402 Part 1 404 Part 2 406 Hinge 428 Partially recessed area 432 blank 434 Swelling 500 Plastic Containers, Third Alternative Plastic Containers 502 Part 1 504 Part 2 506 Hinge 508 First molding area 510 First flange 512 First periphery 514 Second Periphery 518 First surface, top surface 520 First concave region 522 Outer surface 524 Inner surface 526 Top 528 Second concave region 530 Second surface 532 Blank 536 Outer periphery 538 Second flange 540 The third periphery 542 Releasable bag 544 The fourth periphery 600 cardboard jacket assemblies 604 Aperture 606 Periphery 608 Overlapping areas 610 Overlapping Peripheries 612 First surface 614 Second surface 616 perforations 618 Outer edge 620 Second surface 622 Adhesive coatings 624 Second Domain 626 First surface 628 Second surface 630 Peeling Liner 632 Perforation tab area 700 First alternative cardboard jacket assembly 704 Aperture 706 Cardboard jacket, periphery 708 Overlapping areas 710 Overlapping Peripheries 712 First surface 716 Perforations 718 Outer edge, border 720 Second surface 722 Adhesive coatings 724 Second Domain 726 First surface 728 Second surface 732 Perforation tab area 800 Third alternative plastic containers 900 processes 1000 reusable and recyclable packaging bags 1002 Part 1 1004 Part 2 1006 Hinge 1008 First molding region 1010 First flange 1012 First periphery 1014 Second Periphery 1018 First surface, top surface 1020 First molding region, first concave region 1022 Outer surface 1024 Inner surface 1026 Top surface 1028 Second concave region 1030 Second surface 1032 Void 1036 Outer periphery 1038 Second flange 1040 Third Periphery 1042 Adhesive coatings 1046 Part 3 1100 process 1102 ULD 1144 Peeling Liner 1146 ULD 1200 Reusable and Recyclable Packaging Bags 1202 Part 1 1204 Part 2 1206a First hinge 1206b Second hinge 1208 First molding region 1210 First flange 1212 First Periphery 1214 The second periphery 1218 First surface, top surface 1220 First concave region, first molding region 1222 Outer surface 1224 Inner surface 1226 Top surface 1228 Second concave region 1230 Second surface 1232 Blank 1236 outer periphery 1238 Second flange 1240 The third periphery 1242 Adhesive coating, adhesive layer 1248 Hinge section 1302 Peeling Liner 1304 Ropes, nets

Claims

1. A first portion having a molded region, the flange extending around the periphery of the molded region, and a second portion connected to the first portion via a hinge, the second portion being sized to fit with the flange such that it defines a space between its own opposing surfaces and the molded region of the first portion. A plastic container equipped with, A cardboard jacket having an opening that penetrates itself, wherein the opening is sized to allow passage through the molding region of the plastic container, while the flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening, An adhesive coating disposed on the surface of the cardboard jacket, wherein the adhesive coating is disposed in a second region of the cardboard jacket that does not overlap with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening, A perforation extending from the edge of the opening to the outer edge of the cardboard jacket, Reusable and recyclable packaging bags equipped with the following features.

2. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, further comprising a transparent portion of the plastic container.

3. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 2, wherein the transparent portion allows scanning of a machine-readable code contained within the plastic container.

4. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 3, wherein the machine-readable code includes information relating to the contents of the reusable and recyclable packaging bag.

5. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, further comprising a monitoring device configured to sense the condition of a package to which the reusable and recyclable packaging bag is attached.

6. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 5, wherein the state of the package includes one or more of the location of the package, the orientation of the package, or the handling history of the package.

7. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, wherein the molded area is sized to hold shipping documents.

8. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, wherein the molded area is configured to house a tracking sensor in the space defined between the opposing surfaces of the second portion and the molded area of ​​the first portion.

9. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, wherein the plastic container is polyethylene terephthalate.

10. The reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 1, wherein the plastic container comprises a recyclable plastic material.

11. A shipping container with reusable and recyclable packaging bags, A plastic container positioned on the surface of the aforementioned shipping container, A first portion having a molded region, the flange extending around the periphery of the molded region, and A second portion connected to the first portion via a hinge, the second portion fitted with the flange to define a space between its own and the molded area of ​​the first portion. A plastic container equipped with, A cardboard jacket to be attached to the surface of the shipping container, wherein the cardboard jacket has an opening defined through itself, and the molded region of the plastic container extends through the opening, while the cardboard jacket overlaps with the flange of the plastic container to hold the plastic container in a predetermined position on the surface of the shipping container, An adhesive coating disposed on the surface of the cardboard jacket, wherein the adhesive coating is disposed in a second region of the cardboard jacket that does not overlap with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening, Perforations extending from the edge of the opening to the outer edge of the cardboard jacket, A shipping container equipped with reusable and recyclable packaging bags.

12. The shipping container with a reusable and recyclable packaging bag according to claim 11, further comprising a transparent portion of the plastic container.

13. A method for making reusable and recyclable packaging bags, A first portion having a molded region, the flange extending around the periphery of the molded region, and A second portion connected to the first portion via a hinge, the second portion being sized to fit with the flange such that it defines a space between its own surface and the opposing surfaces of the first portion's molded area. The steps include forming a plastic piece to form a plastic container having, A step of forming a cardboard jacket having an opening that penetrates it, wherein the opening is sized to allow passage through the molding region of the plastic container, while the flange extends beyond the edge of the opening and overlaps with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening. A step of applying an adhesive coating to the surface of the cardboard jacket, wherein the adhesive coating is positioned in a second region of the cardboard jacket that does not overlap with the region of the cardboard jacket around the opening; A step of forming perforations on the front surface of the cardboard jacket, wherein the perforations extend from the edge of the opening to the outer edge of the cardboard jacket, and the step of forming the perforations constitutes the front surface of the cardboard jacket so that it can be torn open to remove the contents, A method that includes this.

14. The method according to claim 13, further comprising the step of thermally pressing the plastic piece to form the plastic container.

15. The method according to claim 13, further comprising the step of sealing the cardboard jacket which is closed by the adhesive coating.

16. The method according to claim 13, further comprising the step of fixing a transparent window on the cardboard jacket, which is configured to allow a visual sensor to sense the internal state of the cardboard jacket.

17. The method according to claim 13, further comprising the step of forming the molded region in order to house a monitoring sensor in the space defined between the opposing surfaces of the second portion and the molded region of the first portion.

18. The method according to claim 13, further comprising the step of attaching a release liner to the outer surface of a backing sheet via the adhesive coating such that the release liner is removable.

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