Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan has patented a carton design with a tray and sleeve combination. The tray has locking tabs engaging indentations on the sleeve, allowing movement in one direction while resisting movement in the opposite direction. GlobalData’s report on Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

According to GlobalData’s company profile on Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan's grant share as of May 2024 was 59%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Carton with tray and sleeve locking mechanism

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11970317B2) discloses a carton design comprising a tray with locking tabs and a sleeve with indentations, allowing the tray to move within the sleeve while providing resistance to movement in the opposite direction. The locking tabs engage specific indentations at different positions to secure the tray in place. The carton can be made from various materials such as folded paperboard, plastic, bio-resin, or metal components, with options for moisture or oil barriers using linings like polyresin or bioresin. The tray and sleeve are designed with similar shapes, and the locking mechanism includes tabs that latch onto the sleeve's inner walls to prevent movement in one direction while allowing movement in the other.

Furthermore, the patent also covers variations of the carton design specifically tailored for deodorant bars, featuring locking mechanisms to secure the tray at predetermined positions within the sleeve. The locking tabs are positioned between the tray and sleeve, providing resistance to movement in one direction while enabling movement in the other. The carton can be constructed from folded paperboard or cardboard, with options for moisture or oil barriers using linings like polyresin or bioresin. The design includes features like tuck flaps with tabs that latch onto the tray's outer walls, ensuring stability and security for the contained deodorant bars. Overall, the patented carton design offers a unique and efficient packaging solution for various products, emphasizing secure storage and ease of use.

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