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20080202957 | Paperboard CD or DVD tray with paper hub - A CD or DVD tray made from paperboard is provided. The tray may be made from 100% recycled paperboard and can be 100% recyclable. The design of the tray or holder (used interchangeably throughout) uses the structural geometry of facets, central hole and radial slits to form a hub that achieves the function of securing the CD to the tray. Non-structural paper stock is formed into an effective fastening device whereby the fit of the hub is determined by the geometry of the folded paper. The paper tray of the present invention duplicates the functionality of plastic trays and is compatible with industry auto-loading, while providing the environmental benefits of paper. | 08-28-2008 |
20080223743 | Ecofriendly package for CDs and DVDs - An ecofriendly package for a standard optical disc such as CD or DVD is made exclusively or mainly from recycled/recyclable materials comprises a die cut generally rectangular cardboard divided by two pairs of crease lines into a central panel and two side panels. A chip board slightly thicker than a standard disc is die cut and provided with two partial cut lines dividing it into a base and two wings ending in arcs which, when the wings are folded over and secured to the base, form a partial circle of a diameter slightly less that the disc diameter. The base is secured to the central panel, the disc is pressed into a friction fit with the wing arcs, and the side panels are folded over the disc and secured with a wrapping and/or an adhesive. | 09-18-2008 |
20080230411 | Case with active illumination - A case for retaining a disk-like electronic storage medium. The case includes front and back portions, each portion including a planar panel having a peripheral flange. The portions are joined at a hinge that is fixed to peripheral edges of the planar front and back panels and arranged so that, the peripheral flanges are mutually aligned to define an interior space. An interior housing within the interior space is provided for receiving at least one source of light and an electrical circuit for intermittently energizing the source of light. | 09-25-2008 |
20080237072 | METHOD OF USING LOCKABLE STORAGE CONTAINER - A method for using a lockable storage container includes the steps of moving the lock from a locked position to an unlocked position while the lock is carried by the container. An indicator is used to indicate the status of the lock to the user. The lock is held in the unlocked position so that it cannot accidently move back into the locked position. A magnetic key is used to unlock the lock and move the lock slide to the unlocked position. | 10-02-2008 |
20080237073 | Packaging for a planar data medium - A packaging for a planar data medium ( | 10-02-2008 |
20080245686 | Magnetic Disk Case - A plurality of band shaped projections are formed in parallel on the interior surfaces of side walls of a magnetic disk case so that grooves are formed in spaces between the projections. Each of the grooves has bottom surface A, a pair of side surfaces B, and inclined surfaces C formed between each surface B and the surface A. The grooves satisfies d≦a; w>t; and 2α≦β, where t is a thickness of a magnetic disk, d is a width of a circumferential surface of the magnetic disk subjected to chamfering, α is a chamfer angle, a is a width of the surfaces A, β is an angle between the surfaces C on either side of each groove, γ is an angle between the surfaces B, and w is a shortest distance between the surfaces B on either side of each groove. | 10-09-2008 |
20080245687 | Disc package with securing ledges - A package for housing a disc is provided, including a cover forming an elongated spine panel with first and second opposing panels extending therefrom such that the opposing panels selectively rotate between open and closed positions and a tray attached to one of the opposing panels. The tray has a planar surface and first and second opposing angular surfaces extending from the planar surface. Each angular surface has a slot for receiving an edge of the disc to support the disc above the planar surface, wherein at least one of the angular surfaces can be deflected to facilitate removal and insertion of the disc. | 10-09-2008 |
20080251398 | Packaging for Digital Obliquely Stored Discs - The inventive packaging for a plurality of digital discs ( | 10-16-2008 |
20080257764 | Disc-Shaped Package for a Digital Recording Medium - The invention concerns a disc-shaped package for a digital recording medium ( | 10-23-2008 |
20080257765 | Fixed Panel, Hinged Disc Storage Package - A package for discs that includes a frame and a planar insert. The frame includes a front face and a rear face, connected by a hinge allowing access to the disc housed between the faces. The planar insert is attached to both faces of the frame. The hinge is flexible, allowing the faces to pivot and the frame to open to accommodate relative movement of the planar insert and the frame. | 10-23-2008 |
20080264812 | CD/DVD HOLDER CASE - A CD/DVD holder case, having a first and a second CD/DVD holder compartment with a space for holding a number of discs in disc sleeve, and a disc door at an opening. A living hinge connects the first and second CD/DVD holder compartments together. A closure, such as permanent magnets are used for holding the first and second CD/DVD holder compartments in a closed position. When the first and second CD/DVD holder compartments are swung to an opened position, the disc sleeves can be accessed from the disc doors. | 10-30-2008 |
20080289981 | OPTICAL DISC PACKAGE - An optical disc package ( | 11-27-2008 |
20080302684 | Security Storage Container - A storage container includes a lid and a base configured to receive and securely hold a disc, the base having a base panel and a member extending from the base panel, the member having an opening defined by an interior surface having a portion thereof parallel to the base panel. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or the meaning of the claims. | 12-11-2008 |
20080308434 | Protective Sleeve For A Disc-Shaped Recording Medium, Such As A Compact Disc, A Holder For A Sleeve And An Assembly Of A Holder And A Sleeve - A protective sleeve ( | 12-18-2008 |
20090026096 | Disc protector - A disc protector is described for use in the field of optical data storage discs where commonly known applications are compact discs (CD), digital versatile discs (DVD) and super audio compact discs (SACD). In particular a method to improve disc-holders is described where a protective material is present between the data-access surface of the disc and the disc-holder. | 01-29-2009 |
20090032414 | Method and apparatus for storing a disc - A method and apparatus for storing a disc, such as a CD or DVD. A disc storage case includes a housing having a top wall coupled to a bottom wall with a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall, and a fourth side wall. The top wall, the bottom wall, and the four side walls define an enclosure. The case also includes an opening in the fourth side wall for access to the enclosure and is adapted to receive a disc. The case also includes a first member adjacent the first side wall and a second member adjacent the third side wall. The first member and the second member are adapted to cooperate to receive and secure the disc within the enclosure. | 02-05-2009 |
20090032415 | Device and holder for packaging an information carrier - A holder for information carriers provided with an orientation surface and at least one engaging element integrated in the orientation surface for engaging the information carrier, wherein the holder is manufactured from a material produced on the basis of starch, such as Paperfoam®. A device provided with such a holder and at least one leaf part, while the at least one leaf part and the at least one holder are attached to each other. | 02-05-2009 |
20090032416 | Injection Molded Case for Optical Storage Discs - A one-piece, injection molded intended for display by positioning it upright includes a spine, a front cover coupled to the spine via a first living hinge, and a back cover coupled to the spine via a second living hinge. When in a closed configuration, the case has generally semi-cylindrical sidewalls which intersect in generally quarter-spherical corners. The case incorporates a flexible, polymeric sleeve that wraps around the spine sidewall, is bonded to the front and back covers near the edges of the closure sidewall. | 02-05-2009 |
20090050498 | REAR LOADING MEDIA STORAGE DEVICE - A sheet secures at least one media or marketing material, such as a CD, onto the sheet for placement as a display or for sale. The sheet warns shoppers that a CD has been removed. The sheet has at least one flap extending through the center of the CD leaving the upper half visible. The flaps are formed with cut lines as a radial line, a band, a business card, or an artistic flap. Generally opposite the flap, one tab grips the CD. A baseline, also a cut line, extends about 1.5 times the thickness of the CD to each end of the cut line. A CD is inserted into the rear of the sheet below the tab and the flaps to secure it upon the panel. The cut line, flaps, and tab can be used singly or in multiples. The CD remains secured until a consumer breaks the flaps after purchase. | 02-26-2009 |
20090057175 | Flexible Case For Optical Media - A flexible case is configured to hold an optical medium. The case includes a front casing, a rear casing, and a spine coupling the front casing to the rear casing. The case includes a plurality of sidewalls, and at least one of the sidewalls defines a flex region. The case has increased flexibility at the flex region. | 03-05-2009 |
20090084696 | MEDIA CADDY HANDLING - A disc caddy and associated method for handling is characterized by a disc cassette having opposing longitudinal side walls joined to opposing lateral end walls forming a substantially rectangular structure defining open first and second ends. A first removable cover is provided for closing the first end, and a second removable cover is provided for closing the second end. The second removable cover defines barb members that latchingly engage respective strikes defined by the first removable cover that extend substantially parallel to the end walls. The disc cassette has protuberant features defining reference hold-down surfaces, and the first removable cover defines clearance apertures through which the hold-down surfaces extend. | 04-02-2009 |
20090101529 | Disc tray and board package - Beverage and water bottles are recycled by flaking and melting, extruding thin RPET thermoplastic sheets thermoforming disc and product trays. The thermoformed trays have disc or product receiving wells surrounded by inner walls. Tray outer walls are surrounded by flanges to aid in separation of stacked trays before joining the trays and covers. Disc trays have resiliently deformable hubs with radially extending retaining bumps formed during or after thermoforming the trays. Product trays have similar product-retaining thermoformed bumps projected over product wells. Paperboard covers are printed outside and inside, clear coated, creased to form spines and adhered to trays with minimal, separable adhesive for recycling ease. Gutters are adhered to inner portions of spaced trays forming flexible hinges, films are attached to flanges at remote edges of tray and printed inserts are inserted between the films and trays when loading the trays and before closing the packages. | 04-23-2009 |
20090127142 | OPTICAL DISC ENCLOSURE INCORPORATING FRAGRANCE ATOMIZER - An enclosure for a disc-shaped medium includes a cover panel integrally formed with a media panel. The panels are delineated by a single or double fold forming a spine. The single or double fold allows the cover panel and the media panel to be opened and closed like a book. A disc holder secures the medium to the media panel. A pocket for a fragrance vial or atomizer, or another item, is formed and secured at inner-facing surfaces of the cover panel, media panel and/or spine. | 05-21-2009 |
20090127143 | Interlocking Media Tray - This invention is a new and innovative means for storing typical media cases such as CD(s) or DVD(s) in a uniquely shaped slot. Said invention also incorporates features that allows user to interlock, clip together, and display plastic trays on a wall or table top in order to create a variable and expandable storage system that best suits their mounting, installation, and displaying needs. | 05-21-2009 |
20090139886 | AUTOMATED BUSINESS SYSTEM AND METHOD OF VENDING AND RETURNING A CONSUMER PRODUCT - System and method of dispensing disc-based media and other consumer products. A user can interact with an automated business system to select disc-based media for rental and/or purchase. The automated business system can retrieve the selection from the interior of the automated business system and dispense the selection through a port to the user. The automated business system can retrieve the selection from the port in a return process. | 06-04-2009 |
20090152141 | RECORDING MEDIUM STORAGE PACKAGE HAVING IMPROVED ROSETTE - An enclosure for securing a disc having a central aperture includes a base and a pivotable cover. A two part disc securing rosette has a first part on the base including at least two upstanding, circularly spaced apart segments with arcuate outer peripheral surfaces dimensioned for engaging the central aperture of a disc and a second part including at least two elongate, upstanding ribs extending radially from a position on the cover which is centered on the segments on the base, the number of ribs on the cover corresponding to the number of segments on the base, the ribs being positioned and dimensioned such that, when the enclosure is closed, the ribs on the cover enter the first part radially inwardly of the segments with the ribs contacting the radially inside surface of the corresponding arcuate segments for bracing the arcuate segments against breakage. | 06-18-2009 |
20090152142 | Mechanism for enabling application of information to an object - A mechanism for enabling application of information to an object. The mechanism includes a base portion and a panel operatively coupled to the base portion. The panel has a first surface for application of information thereon. An interface operatively couples the panel to the base portion such that the first surface is positionable and maintainable in a first angular orientation and in a second angular orientation different from the first angular orientation. | 06-18-2009 |
20090159473 | Media Package - Disclosed is a media package that includes a media tray assembly and a protective cover. The media tray assembly includes at least one media-carrying component and a first latching element. The protective cover is configured to receive the media tray assembly and has a second latching element that engages the first latching element, thereby securing the media tray assembly with the protective cover. | 06-25-2009 |
20090194442 | MEDIA DISC CONTAINER WITH SLIDE-IN POCKET - A media storage container has a sleeve defining a media disc holding pocket that holds the disc in an unstressed configuration. Compressible shoulders disposed at the neck of the pocket retain the media disc within the pocket. In one configuration, the container has a base that defines the pocket and a cover that pivots between open and closed configurations. In other configurations, the base having the disc pocket is carried within a sleeve. The media disc may be loaded and unloaded through an opening in the top or the side of the base. The base may optionally define a window that allows one or both of the major disc surfaces to be viewed and engaged by the user's finger without allowing the disc to be removed through the window. | 08-06-2009 |
20090205984 | OPTICAL MEDIA DISC CASE - A one-piece, injection-molded case ( | 08-20-2009 |
20090211929 | UMD replacement case - To invent a replacement case for a Universal Media Disc, better known as UMD. With front and back panels including pins and clasps to snap the two halves together. Pins with beveled ends and clasps with teeth are provided on the one half to connect the bottom half when snapped together. The product was invented as an after-market solution to recover high priced multimedia files which had been lost due to broken disc cartridge cases. The replacement cases are re-usable/re-sealable in comparison to the original UMD cases. | 08-27-2009 |
20090230005 | Storage device for a data carrier - A storage device includes a rear element and a front element; where in at least one of the rear or the front element at least one holding means is provided for holding a data carrier in a releasable manner, where the storage device includes first material and further in engagement areas includes a second material with friction characteristics different from the friction characteristics of the first material. Hereby improved handling and engagement characteristics are obtained. | 09-17-2009 |
20090242436 | PROTECTIVE CASE FOR DISK SHAPED DATA CARRIERS - A protective case for a disc shaped data carrier with at least two moving, opposing side components, wherein the protective case encloses the data carrier in its closed state. Through movement of the two side components relative to each other, the protective case can be brought into an open state in which the data carrier can be removed from the protective case, characterized in that the data carrier is held against the two side components in an inclined position, so that at least a part of it is accessible from both sides. | 10-01-2009 |
20090242437 | PACKAGE FOR AN OPTICAL STORAGE MEDIUM - A package for an optical storage medium, comprising: a cover part; a support part having a first part, a second part and a support region, wherein, when an optical storage medium is inserted in the package, the support region abuts at least partly against the optical storage medium; an overlay, wherein the overlay and the second part form a receptacle; a hinge located between the first and second parts, wherein the hinge at least partially runs through the support region; wherein the package is made out of a single piece of paper or cardboard. | 10-01-2009 |
20090261003 | MEDIA DISC STORAGE CONTAINER, AND A METHOD OF MOUNTING A MEDIA DISC INFORMATION SHEET THEREON - A media disc storage container comprises a body portion ( | 10-22-2009 |
20090283430 | CARRYING CASE FOR OPTICAL DIGITAL SUPPORTS - The present invention refers to a case for carrying optical digital supports. The digital optical supports may be for example, CDs or DVDs. The carrying case which is the object of the invention is comprises two external bodies provided with a base and lateral walls and which are situated in position facing each other hingedly joined. It also consists of an intermediate body situated between both external bodies and designed to house at least one optical digital support. The carrying case which is the object of the invention is characterised in that both the external and intermediate bodies permit closure of the case through clipping. | 11-19-2009 |
20090288967 | CD gift card - CD gift card with a sheet of heavy paper stock, the sheet die cut and folded so that a first folded portion forms a greeting card cover and a second folded portion forms a back cover and a CD retaining pocket. The folded greeting card cover and the folded CD retaining portion are graphically printed and die cut to emphasize the nature of the sentiment contained within the greeting card. A preferred embodiment includes a die cut frame within the first folded portion and a secondary paper back panel adhered to the back portion of the first folded panel to support a separate photograph to be inserted between the first folded portion and the back panel. | 11-26-2009 |
20090288968 | MERCHANDISE CONTAINER - A merchandise container has a merchandise holder that includes an indicator feature that prevents access to the merchandise until the feature is altered. The merchandise may be loaded into the storage chamber of the container after the holder is assembled without altering the indicator feature. The merchandise may be carried by a carrier that may be removed from the holder and separately recycled. | 11-26-2009 |
20090301910 | Package For Holding Multiple Media Discs And Methods Of Making The Same - A package for holding media discs is disclosed, having a hinged tray assembly that includes at least two transparent disc-holding trays each having a hinge edge and means for securing a media disc to the tray, the trays being constructed such that the disc securing means of each tray is positioned offset with respect to the disc securing means of adjacent trays such that when the tray assembly is in a closed configuration, the trays are arranged in a stack with hinge edges lined up and each disc securing means being offset from the disc securing means of adjacent trays in the stack, the trays being hinged to each other. The package can also include a jacket with a plurality of panels folding around the tray assembly to close the package. | 12-10-2009 |
20090314669 | Package for discs - A package for a disc with least one section having a first panel and a second panel, where the first panel includes an opening formed substantially as a semi-circle with user access to the center of the disc and one or more embossing lines formed as at least a portion of a semi-circle below said opening, the first panel being fastened to the second panel in an area outside the substantially circular area formed by the opening and the embossed portion to form a pocket for the disc. The embossing lines act to limit insertion of the bottom of a disc into the pocket and the top of the opening forms a shelf for retaining the top of the disc inserted in the pocket. | 12-24-2009 |
20090314670 | SPINDLE PACKAGING - A spindle packaging tray for holding a plurality of discs, the tray including: a depression designed to hold the plurality of discs, the depression including an inner wall that is at least partially ridged to provide stability for the plurality of discs to stay snug inside the depression; a spindle formed inside the depression, the spindle designed to help keep the plurality of discs in place; and a plurality of holes designed to allow consumers to easily insert or remove the plurality of discs to and from the depression. Keywords include spindle, ridged inner wall, and tray. | 12-24-2009 |
20090321288 | PACKAGE FOR STORING DISCS - A package, a system and method of manufacturing discs, the package for storing discs including: a base; a stem, the stem including: a first end including a first protruding portion of a first predetermined protruding shape; and a second end attached to the base, such that the stem is substantially perpendicular to the base; and a cover configured to be locked to the first end of the stem, the cover including a first hole of a first predetermined hole shape, having a shape configured to allow the first predetermined protruding shape to pass through the first hole; wherein the cover is configured to be placed over the stem, such that the first protruding portion enters into the first hole at an open position of the first hole, and the cover is configured to be rotated about a longitudinal axis of the stem, to lock the package at a locked position of the first hole such that the first protruding portion extends beyond at least a portion of the first hole. | 12-31-2009 |
20100000891 | PAPER BOARD PACKAGES FOR MEDIA DISCS - A package for housing an item is provided, including a rectangular enclosure having an access opening in which to receive one or more items such as media discs, and a wrapper at least partly surrounding said items and closely fitting into said access opening. | 01-07-2010 |
20100006460 | MODULAR OPTICAL DISC MEDIA STORAGE SYSTEM - Protective modular holders for CDs and DVDs can be assembled into a storage assembly from which each disc and its accompanying literature can be removed without opening an individual holder. Two outer elements and an inner element form a module which receives two components, such as a pair of discs, or a disc and a booklet. Each side of the inner member cooperates with the corresponding outer element to form a disc receiving opening with openings aligned or at 90° or 180° offsets. The units are connected at the corners to adjacent units with the openings in selected alignments to form a storage assembly. The assembly may be expanded by connecting additional holder units. The outer elements and inner members cooperatively form a slot and label rail for receiving a label when the elements are joined together. The inner holder member surfaces may include a disc cleaner. | 01-14-2010 |
20100032325 | MEDIA DISC STORAGE CONTAINER - A media disc storage container comprises a body portion having a front part interconnected with a back part via a hinge part, with hinge part is integral with the front part and the back part along their joining edge portions formed of flexible material. The body portion is composed of at least a coloured material forming one or more coloured portion(s) and a second material, which is more transparent than the coloured material and forms one or more at least partially transparent portion(s). Graphics on a sheet are visible through said at least partially transparent portion(s). | 02-11-2010 |
20100044257 | PACKAGE FOR CDS AND ALIKE - The present invention relates to a package for mailing CDs, DVDs or other optical computer readable mediums made of materials that include polycarbonate. The package includes a panel, preferably made of paperboard material, against which a surface of the optical computer readable medium can be located to protect against damage during mailing. The panel has a coating applied thereto that has a hardness that is less than the hardness of the polycarbonate material from which the optical computer medium is made in order to prevent the panel from scratching the surface of the optical computer readable medium. Although the coating may be in any form, it is preferred that the coating include an acrylic polymeric material. | 02-25-2010 |
20100044258 | BOOKLET FORM PAPERBOARD PACKAGE FOR MEDIA DISKS - A package for housing one or more items such as optical media discs is constructed from alternating layers of material such as paper and paperboard. The various layers are adhered together to form the package. The package has a book like form. The layers of paperboard have internal spaces for holding discs. The layers of paper are folded and the folds make up at least part of a binding. Projections into the internal spaces may be used to limit unintended movement of the items within the internal spaces. | 02-25-2010 |
20100089777 | Disc Holding Packet Equipped with a Labeling Structure - A disc holding packet equipped with a labeling structure includes a cover layer and a bottom layer connecting to at least one edge of the cover layer. The cover layer and the bottom layer are foldable to form a holding space to hold a disc. The cover layer has a body portion and an extended portion connecting to one edge of the body portion. The extended portion has at least one labeling flap located at the connecting portion flippable against the body portion. The flippable labeling flap can be used to label the disc and facilitate classification and management of different discs. | 04-15-2010 |
20100096283 | PACKAGE FOR AN OPTICAL STORAGE MEDIUM - A package for an optical storage medium, comprising first and second parts; a window located in the first part; a third part sandwiched in a region between the first and second parts; wherein the first, second and third parts define a receptacle in a further region where the third part is not sandwiched between the first and second parts; wherein the window and the third part are arranged such that when the optical storage medium is placed in the receptacle, the optical storage medium abuts the third part and a predefined area of the optical storage medium is perceptible through the window. | 04-22-2010 |
20100108547 | Storage Device - A storage device for securing and readily displaying multi-media items generally including protective packaging. The storage device has a plurality of elongated recesses including a first elongated slot having a first width and depth and a second elongated slot having a second width and depth occurring along the same recess so that each recess including multiple elongated slots can host different sized multi-media items and associated protective packaging. | 05-06-2010 |
20100155275 | PACKAGES FOR HOLDING COMPACT DISCS - The subject disclosure provides a package for housing multiple media discs including a first cover having a planar member with a first upstanding wall that forms a circular recess and at least one finger well opening to the circular recess, a rosette located centrally within the circular recess for engaging a central aperture of a media disc, a second upstanding wall around a periphery of the planar member that forms an indentation for opening the package, and a detent. A second cover also has a planar member and an upstanding wall around a periphery of the planar member that forms an indentation for opening the package. A spine hingedly connects the first and second covers for allowing the first and second covers to rotate between a closed position in which the first and second covers are aligned to protect media discs therein and an open position in which the first and second covers are separated to allow access to the media discs therein. A hinge mechanism mounts on the first cover and an intermediate holder mounts on the hinge mechanism. The intermediate holder has a planar member having a periphery that forms a ridge for engaging the detent, a first upstanding wall that forms a circular recess and at least one finger well opening to the circular recess, and a rosette located centrally within the circular recess for engaging a central aperture of a media disc. | 06-24-2010 |
20100170815 | Optical disk storage box - An optical disk storage box includes a storage body, a cover and a connecting arrangement that movably connects the storage body with the cover. The storage body includes a bottom board, a storage wall unit perpendicularly provided on the bottom board and defining a storage cavity. The storage wall unit includes a first storage wall, a second storage wall, a third storage wall and a fourth storage wall. The storage body further includes two blocking flakes inwardly and transversely extended from two ends of an upper edge of the third storage wall respectively, and at least a fastening member upwardly extended from the bottom board and having a predetermined distance from the first storage wall inside the storage cavity. The fastening member includes a longitudinal arm upwardly extended from the bottom board, and a transverse arm inwardly and transversely extended from an upper end of the longitudinal arm. | 07-08-2010 |
20100200441 | MULTIPLE DISC STORAGE CONTAINER - A disc storage container for holding multiple discs comprising, a front container cover, a back container cover, and a spine, and attachment means on the spine, the front container cover and back container cover being moveable between a container open position enabling access to the contents of the container and a container closed position for storage purposes. A multi-tray assembly for retaining a plurality of discs within the container, the multi-tray assembly comprising two connectors and two trays for retaining and holding discs, each connector comprising a container-engaging member for engaging to the attachment means on the spine of the container and two holding means for rotatably holding a respective tray, so that each tray can be rotated about the holding means of the connectors to allow access to the discs retained by the trays when the container is in a container open position. | 08-12-2010 |
20100200442 | OPTICAL MEDIA STORAGE PACKAGE - A media disc storage package includes: a folder including at least first and second spaced-apart panels defining a space for enclosing a media disc; and a substantially rigid insert disposed between the panels. The insert spans the distance between the panels to provide structural support to the folder, and includes an open disc well adapted to hold the media disc in the space between the panels. | 08-12-2010 |
20100224517 | DISK SEPARATOR DEVICE - A disk separator device for stacking semiconductor wafers includes a first portion having a disk support surface for accepting one side of a disk and a second portion including a guiding surface obliquely oriented to the disk support surface. The guiding surface has a first edge adjacent a curvilinear perimeter of the wafer support surface and a second edge spaced outwardly from the first edge. The separator device is nestingly received adjacent other separators to maintain a desired alignment of a stack of disks and separators. | 09-09-2010 |
20100230305 | MEDIA DISC STORAGE CONTAINER - Media disc storage container ( | 09-16-2010 |
20100230306 | CONTAINER WITH A DETACHABLE POCKET FOR A PROMOTIONAL ITEM AND METHOD THEREOF - A container for holding a product and a substantially flat item is described. The container includes one or more walls, with a substantially flat detachable portion. The detachable portion includes a first pocket wall and a second pocket wall substantially opposite the first pocket wall. The first pocket wall and the second pocket wall are attached to one another so as to form a pocket with a slot for inserting and removing the flat item. | 09-16-2010 |
20100243489 | Mailer Pouch for Data Discs - A Mailer Pouch for Data Discs. The pouch qualifies for USPS bulk mailing rates. The mailer is formed from a single piece of card stock or paper that is folded twice. Adhesive is applied along opposing edges and to form a disc pocket in the bottom. In order to protect against tampering, as well as making opening the mailer easier, the pouch has a tab attached to a tear strip embedded within the pouch. Display surfaces are provided on the front and rear portions of the finished mailer pouch, as well as on the inner surface of the flap. | 09-30-2010 |
20100243490 | MERCHANDISE STORAGE CONTAINER WITH TWO PULL OUT HOLDERS - A merchandise storage container having a sleeve and a pair of pull out merchandise holders that are both stored in the same sleeve but may be pulled out to extended positions from opposite sides of the sleeve. The sleeve is configured to allow the two holders to be pulled out to their extended positions simultaneously. The sleeve is also configured to allow the holders to be pushed back to their retracted positioned simultaneously without interfering with one another. The sleeve is configured to prevent the holders from jamming during the operation of the container. | 09-30-2010 |
20100252463 | PACKAGING FOR A RECORDING MEDIUM IN THE FORM OF A DISC - The invention relates to packaging for a recording medium in the form of a disc, such as a CD, comprising a tray with a cavity making it possible to receive the disc and a lock making it possible to fix the disc on the tray, wherein the lock is connected with the tray so as to pass into the central hole of the disc and wherein the lock is provided with an articulated element suitable for moving from a first position, for contacting the exposed surface of the disc, to a second position for releasing the disc, characterised in that the articulated element is connected to the tray by means of an axis of rotation so as to move from its first position to its second position by pivoting in an axial direction of the disc, thus allowing the articulated element to follow a rotation of the disc with respect to the tray in this axial direction. | 10-07-2010 |
20100258460 | Angular disc-holding tray packages - A disc holder has a vacuum-formed thin tray secured to a paperboard base and cover. Ledges are formed at bottoms of paired opposite inner segmental walls. First paired opposite ledges are horizontal. Second paired opposite ledges slope upward toward the tray center. A first rosette is positioned on a tray base. A flap formed in the base is hinged along its end and extends toward the first rosette. A second rosette is positioned on the flap. Disc retainers extend inward from the segmental walls. | 10-14-2010 |
20100258461 | CASES FOR STORING AN OPTICAL DISC - According to the invention there is provided a case ( | 10-14-2010 |
20100288661 | STACKING TYPE TRAY AND TRAY DEVELOPING MECHANISM AND STACKING TYPE TRAY DEVELOPING SYSTEM - To develop optical discs stored while being stacked and to load them to a plurality of recording/reproducing devices simultaneously. Trays for mounting optical discs are stacked to configure an optical disc transportation body, and the portions being exposed without overlapping when the stacked trays are viewed from the stacking direction are utilized as tray operation portions for handling. Supporting portions abutting against the tray operation portions inherent to respective trays in one to one correspondence are fixed with an interval in the vertical direction to the frames configuring a tray distributing/holding portion. The tray operation portion of each tray is held by the supporting portion at each position by moving the optical disc transportation body downward along the frames, and intervals corresponding to the arrangement pitch of recording/reproducing devices are formed between respective trays. | 11-18-2010 |
20100307937 | Media packaging - A compact disk package, printable on a single paper board blank. The printed package is foldable into at least three sections, namely a front section, a back section connected to the front section along a common, foldable side edge and a CD-holding section attached to the top edge of the back section by a foldable flap. The CD-holding section according to one aspect of the invention s generally square shaped, with a width greater than the diameter of the CD. Two curved slits are cut into the CD-holding section, the arc of the slits corresponding to the curvature of the CD. | 12-09-2010 |
20100307938 | One-hand operable data disc case - A data disc case includes a base panel and an one-hand operable arrangement which includes an affixing panel affixing on the base panel and a foldable panel extended from the affixing panel to foldably overlap on the base panel, wherein the affixing panel and foldable panel are extended edge to edge to form a cover panel on the base panel and to define a compartment between the cover panel and the base panel for accommodating a data disc therewithin. The foldable panel at the cover panel is movably overlapping with the base panel to foldably flip the foldable panel of the cover panel between an open position in a one-hand operable manner for exposing the data disc within the compartment to be accessed and an enclosed position for enclosing the data disc within the data disc case. | 12-09-2010 |
20100314269 | RECORDING MEDIUM CARTRIDGE - A disk cartridge includes, between a recordable position and an unrecordable position, a first guide surface that gradually increases an elastic force of an elastic arm of a tab member and a second guide surface that gradually decreases the elastic force of the elastic arm, and a guide wall (guide portion) on which the guide surfaces are formed continuously. | 12-16-2010 |
20100320104 | Package with Security Features - Packages that include security features to inhibit tampering or theft are provided. Such packages can include security ribs to prevent tampering or theft. Additionally, such containers can include a novel hinge configuration, which allows an integrally formed hinge to be curved, and a spine of a package to have a generally arcuate cross-sectional contour. | 12-23-2010 |
20100326852 | CASING FOR A MULTIMEDIA STORAGE MEDIUM AND/OR DATA STORAGE MEDIUM - A housing for a multimedia carrier and/or a data carrier includes first and second members ( | 12-30-2010 |
20100326853 | Disc Case - A disc case for a CD or DVD disc has a first portion separated from a second portion by a fold-line which enables the portions to move about the fold-line relative to each other. Each portion has at least one pocket to hold the disc. The case is made from a flexible textile sheet material. | 12-30-2010 |
20110000804 | Storage device for a data carrier - A storage device includes a rear element and a front element; where in at least one of the rear or the front element at least one holding means is provided for holding a data carrier in a releasable manner, where the storage device includes first material and further in engagement areas includes a second material with friction characteristics different from the friction characteristics of the first material. Hereby improved handling and engagement characteristics are obtained. | 01-06-2011 |
20110011758 | CONTAINER - This invention relates to a container and, more particularly, a container for securely housing goods in a retail outlet. The invention also relates to such a container in combination with an actuating device insertable therein. | 01-20-2011 |
20110031141 | Hingedly Connectable Disk Trays and Disk Protective Enclosure for Same - A disk storage system for disks having a central opening includes a set of hingedly connectable disk trays, a pair of axle members for attachment to one of the trays on an axle axis thereof, and a storage container having hinge pedestals for engagement by the axle members. Hinged connections between adjacent trays is by tabs that are pivotable on respective hinge axes of the different trays, the tabs being engagable with respective tab cavities of adjacent trays. | 02-10-2011 |
20110036734 | PAPERBOARD MEDIA PACKAGE - A paperboard media package is provided for at least one media disc. The media package includes a front cover, a rear cover, a spine connecting the front cover to the rear cover, at least one media well carried by one of the front cover and a rear cover and a lock. The lock is displaceable between a locked position wherein the lock engages the media disc(s) to positively secure the media disc(s) in the media well(s) when the media package is closed and an unlocked position wherein the media disc(s) may be freely removed from the media well(s) when the media package is open. | 02-17-2011 |
20110108443 | Compact Disc Holder - Apparatus for packaging a Compact Disc ( | 05-12-2011 |
20110139641 | SECURITY DISK PROTECTIVE ENCLOSURE - A container for a disk having a central opening includes a base having a pedestal for holding the disk, a hingedly connected lid, and a laterally spaced pair of latches for locking the container closed. Also disclosed are interior partitions of the base and lid that have edgewise proximal engagement, a disk presser structure for holding edge extremities of the disk in place during mishandling of the container, and rib members that block entry of a destructive blade in an endwise path through regions of facing contact adjacent to living hinges of the container. | 06-16-2011 |
20110180434 | DURABLE PACKAGING ASSEMBLY FOR MEDIA DEVICES - A secure carrier assembly for media devices. The assembly includes a carrier having a front panel, a rear panel, and an intermediate panel. At least one panel of the carrier comprises a durable polymeric material, such as a lens sheet assembly including a lens sheet, and an image layer. The carrier with lens sheet assembly provides enhanced security features, increased durability, and eye-catching features compared to traditional carrier or packaging assemblies. | 07-28-2011 |
20110198249 | Compact disk (CD) jewel case hinge storage apparatus and marketing method - An optical disk (“compact disk,” “CD,” “DVD,” or other “optical disk”) case is disclosed which utilizes spaces within such “CD Jewel Cases” to store, transport, display, sample, and market other products. The largest of such spaces unused within CD Cases is a hinge space located at or near the point where the bottom and top covers are joined in a movable “hinge.” A marketing method for presenting two or more items to a prospective purchaser using the CD Case of the present invention is also disclosed for co-marketing products, or premiums or gifts offered with products. In such method, additional items, which may be solid or liquid, single or many, and are often consumables (such as perfume), may then be stored and transported with the optical disk and its case, and eventually presented to a potential purchaser in the same CD Case at the “point of sale” for the optical disk or the additional item. | 08-18-2011 |
20110203950 | Disc book - The Disc Book is a book format for products that include a CD, DVD, vinyl LP, or any other type of disc. The Disc Book package incorporates within its design a booklet of 3 pages, which forms the stable exterior for additional pages to be attached within the booklet if desired. The product is designed for its ease of manufacture, infinitely adjustable size, and plastic-free construction. When the Disc Book is closed, the booklet is completely contained within the package. It is composed of heavyweight paper or card stock that can be printed on both sides through any traditional means. | 08-25-2011 |
20110203951 | COMPACT DISC STORAGE AND PROTECTIVE ENCLOSURE - A compact disc storage and protective enclosure for securely positioning a disc having a flat circular shape. The enclosure incorporates a unitary element comprising of a single piece of durable and flexible material having a back section, a left section that folds across the back section, a right section that folds across both the left and back sections, a bottom section that folds across both the right and left sections, and a top section that folds across the bottom section. A disc is positioned within the enclosure that also includes a gap having a convex shape into which each of the left and right sections can flex in order to absorb an impact. | 08-25-2011 |
20110215011 | RETAINING STRUCTURE, DISK RETAINING STRUCTURE AND DISK STORAGE STRUCTURE WITH DOUBLE-FACE CARRIER FUNCTION - A retaining structure with double-face carrier function includes a carrier unit, an elastic unit and a retaining unit. The carrier unit has a carrier body and a through hole passing through the carrier body. The elastic unit has a plurality of elastic arms extended from an inner surface of the through hole. The retaining unit has a plurality of retaining elements passing through the through hole. Each retaining element has a retaining portion connected to at least two of the elastic arms and extended above and under the through hole, a pressing portion extended inwards from one end of the retaining portion and at least one protrusion portion disposed on an outer surface of the retaining portion and adjacent to the pressing portion. The pressing portions above the through hole are arranged alternately and the pressing portions under the through hole are arranged alternately. | 09-08-2011 |
20110215012 | DISK HOLDING DEVICE - A disk holding device for packaging hard drive disks includes a base, a cassette that is received against the base and a cover that is received over the cassette. The base includes a first locking surface. The cover includes a latch arm near an end of the cover. The latch arm has a second locking surface against which the first locking surface is received to secure the base and the cover together. At least one of the first locking surface or the second locking surface is moveable in an inward direction toward an interior of the cassette to unlock the locking surfaces so that the base and cover can be separated to open the disk holding device. | 09-08-2011 |
20110233081 | Software Media Packaging Apparatus - Software media packaging apparatus and associated method for manufacturing. The software media packaging apparatus may include first and second panels. The first and second panels may be connected to each other on three edges to define an enclosure. A media storage flap may be attached to the second panel and may be adapted to hold one or more software media. The media storage flap may be perforated with one or more perforations. Each perforation may be adapted to hold a software medium. The media storage flap may be foldable across the second panel. First and second sealer flaps may be connected to at least two edges of the first panel. The first and second sealer flaps may be adapted to fold over and attach to the enclosure and the media storage flap, thereby holding the media storage flap adjacent to and substantially coplanar with the second panel. | 09-29-2011 |
20110233082 | Electronic Media Storage Apparatus - An electronic media storage apparatus includes a lower housing having a floor, opposed side walls and a rear wall. A front wall is movable between open and closed configurations. The apparatus includes a cover having a top portion and opposed first and second sides extending downwardly therefrom. The lower housing side walls, lower housing rear wall, and the front wall collectively define a continuous lip at an upper end of the lower housing and an upper end of the front wall when the front wall is at the closed configuration. The cover is removably coupled to the lower housing and the front wall. When the front wall is at the closed configuration and the cover is coupled to the lower housing and front wall, a hermetic cavity is formed between the lower housing, the front wall, and the cover; the cavity being sized to receive an electronic media item. | 09-29-2011 |
20110266175 | DISC HOLDER AND STORAGE CONTAINER - The present invention relates to a disc holder for storing a plurality of discs comprising: a base; a spindle extending vertically from the base, where the spindle enables the stacking of the plurality of discs; a top cover, where the top cover locks to the base by using two sliding clasps, where one clasp is one side of the top cover and the other clasp is on the opposite side. The base may include three prongs extending vertically from three respective sides of the base in order to keep discs aligned. The enclosure may further include a receptacle for the top of the spindle and a swivel handle for carrying the unit. The plurality of discs may include compact discs and DVD's or a combination of both. | 11-03-2011 |
20110315577 | OPTICAL DISK CASSETTE WITH DISK RETENTION DEVICE - An optical disk cassette has a cassette case with a disk retention device. A free end of the disk retention device acts upon an edge of the optical disk, opposably displacing during insertion and ejection of the optical disk. The device and disk are at equilibrium when the free end is displaced by the full diameter of the disk. When the disk is displaced in the insertion or ejection direction, the free end urges the disk in the insertion or ejection direction, assisting with the optical disk insertion or ejection respectively. Embodiments may have the disk retention device including one or more retainers. Each retainer may have a free end and opposing fixed end, and be flexible or have a flexible region. The free end slides along or otherwise contacts the circumferential edge of the optical disk, exerting a force upon it during optical disk insertion, retention and ejection. | 12-29-2011 |
20120000802 | One-hand operable data disc case - A data disc case includes a base panel and an one-hand operable arrangement which includes an affixing panel affixing on the base panel and a foldable panel extended from the affixing panel to foldably overlap on the base panel, wherein the affixing panel and foldable panel are extended edge to edge to form a cover panel on the base panel and to define a compartment between the cover panel and the base panel for accommodating a data disc therewithin. The foldable panel at the cover panel is movably overlapping with the base panel to foldably flip the foldable panel of the cover panel between an open position in a one-hand operable manner for exposing the data disc within the compartment to be accessed and an enclosed position for enclosing the data disc within the data disc case. | 01-05-2012 |
20120080331 | Resilient Jewel Case - A disk case configured generally as a traditional jewel case but with the base and lid formed of resilient materials such as polypropylene. Pivot bosses inwardly project from rearwardly extending tabs of the lid into main openings formed in upstanding side walls of the base, the main openings having radially inwardly projecting tabs that engage an annular groove of each pivot boss, a slot opening being formed in each side wall proximate one of the tabs for resiliently permitting outward deflection of its associated tab during insertion of the pivot bosses into the main openings. Main ramps can be formed in the side walls and a bevel formed on each pivot boss for facilitating spreading of the tabs during assembly, and the bevel can be aligned with one of the tabs in the closed position of the lid for facilitating full entry of the pivot bosses into the main openings. | 04-05-2012 |
20120097561 | OPTICAL DISC ADVERTISING LABEL AND METHOD - An optical disc advertising and security method that includes the use of a promotional label that is coaxially aligned and adhesively attached to the top surface of an optical disc. The promotional label includes an upper label layer and a lower label layer. Printed on the top layer surface of each label layer is promotional indicia. In one embodiment, the upper label layer is slightly larger in diameter or the same diameter as the lower label layer so that the lower label is covered and unable to be removed directly from the optical disc when the container is initially opened by a consumer. In a second embodiment, the promotional label is made of two label layers permanently adhesively attached together with a RFID tag disposed between them. | 04-26-2012 |
20120193252 | STORAGE AND PACKAGING DEVICE - A packaging and storage device which includes one or more transparent structures each of which may include a portion of an image and which together form a completed image having an effective three-dimensional appearance. In one particular embodiment, the packaging and storage device include a support and protective structure for securing and protecting a storage media such as a digital video disc DVD within the device and the DVD includes an image thereon that is coordinated with the other images to forms a completed image. | 08-02-2012 |
20120193253 | Compact disk (CD) jewel case hinge storage apparatus and marketing method - An optical disk (“compact disk,” “CD,” “DVD,” or other “optical disk”) case is disclosed which utilizes spaces within such “CD Jewel Cases” to store, transport, display, sample, and market other products. The largest of such spaces unused within CD Cases is a hinge space located at or near the point where the bottom and top covers are joined in a movable “hinge.” A marketing method for presenting two or more items to a prospective purchaser using the CD Case of the present invention is also disclosed for co-marketing products, or premiums or gifts offered with products, in which items may then be stored and transported with the optical disk and its case, and eventually presented to a potential purchaser in the same CD Case at the “point of sale” for the optical disk or the additional item. | 08-02-2012 |
20120247988 | Merchandise Storage Container - A merchandise storage container includes a merchandise holder that holds the merchandise with respect to a container body. The merchandise holder is fabricated from one material that is generally robust while the remaining portions of the container are fabricated from a material that is weaker and may be a recycled material. On configuration of the invention holds media discs with a holder having a disc hub at one end and an edge release tab at its other end. The disc holder is secured to a recyclable container body that defines at least a portion of the disc nest. | 10-04-2012 |
20120267267 | BOOKLET FORM PAPERBOARD PACKAGE FOR MEDIA DISCS - A package for holding an item, and a method of making the same are provided. The package comprises a plurality of page spread blanks, a front endsheet blank and a back endsheet blank. The blanks comprise a disc receiving opening and a pair of disc securing lugs. The disc securing lugs are adapted to contact an outer periphery of an item placed into the disc receiving opening and removed from the disc receiving opening. The front endsheet blank is connected to one of the plurality of page spread blanks and the back endsheet blank is connected along to another of the plurality of page spread blanks. | 10-25-2012 |
20120292210 | Method and Device for Storing and Retrieving a Disk - An innovative storage case for containing a media disk is disclosed herein. The disk case includes a base; a cover pivotally connected with the base and movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration; and a tray disposed on the base for receiving the media disk. The tray is slidable above the base between an internal, locked position and an external, released position. When the tray is forced inward from the locked position, the tray is pushed out to the external, released position. | 11-22-2012 |
20120305421 | COST-SAVING METHOD OF MAILING CD, DVD AND OTHER DISCS - Methods of making and using a cost-saving mailer, as well as the inventive mailer are described. To qualify for the lowest-cost, automated mailing of discs (including CD, DVD and similarly sized objects), the mailing system has a mailer of cardboard sized to enclose a standard disc around which the cardboard is folded; and glue is placed in ribbons along the side edges of the cardboard to seal the side edges of the mailer and in two spots to stabilize the disc centrally in the mailer, the two spots being located away from the mailer opening and on either side of the enclosed disc, thereby preventing the disc from moving up and down or side to side after the disc is sealed within the mailer. | 12-06-2012 |
20130008811 | DISC PACKAGE ASSEMBLY - A disc package assembly for packaging and accommodating multiple discs is provided. The disc package assembly includes an upper cover and a base. The upper cover includes a through-hole, a first annular protrusion, a second annular protrusion, and a restraining portion. The thickness of the upper cover gradually increases from the edge of the upper cover toward the center. Further, the base includes a hollow fastening portion and a third annular protrusion. An annular part is formed at the upper end of the fastening portion and has several slots. The fastening portion includes a central through-hole penetrating through the base. The thickness of the base gradually increases from the edge of the base toward the center. The disc package assembly may further include a thermal shrink film for wrapping over the disc package assembly and the discs. | 01-10-2013 |
20130118931 | Optical Disc Case and Method of Manufacturing Same - A case for holding optical discs includes a primary blank formed of foldable material and having at least six interconnected panels. In certain of the panels of the primary blank a U-shaped cutout is formed, and in certain other panels a disc access cutout is formed. The panels are folded to form a folded primary blank. The folded primary blank is joined to an end blank, which is also folded to form a folded end blank, the folded primary blank and the folded end blank being joined together to define a folded composite blank. The folded composite blank is positioned between a front cover and a back cover of a cover piece. | 05-16-2013 |
20130186789 | PROTECTIVE ENVELOPE FOR CD, DVD, OTHER DISC MEDIA, OR OTHER DISCS - Disclosed are embodiments of a folded paper CD/DVD case. The case can be biodegradable, and uses reduced or minimal material. The case can be made without the use of cuts or glue, nor does the case require special equipment or machinery to manufacture. The case can hold plural media such as, e.g., two CDs or DVDs. The footprint of the case can be reduced or minimal, that is, e.g., only minimally larger than one or more CDs or DVDs it will hold. The case can have a pentagonal or pentagon-like shape. | 07-25-2013 |
20130240389 | Connecting Clasp and Multi-Disc Optical Disc Cartridge Using the Connecting Clasp for Connection - The present invention discloses a connecting clasp and a multi-disc optical disc cartridge using the connecting clasp for connection. The connecting clasp comprises two half bodies rotationally connecting with each other, wherein one half body can rotate around the other one at a degree from 0° to 180°. The multi-disc optical disc cartridge comprises multiple transparent disc sheets for accommodating optical discs. When the connecting clasp is used for connecting the multiple disc sheets, the two half bodies are inserted into the corresponding mounting sites of the adjacent disc sheets respectively so as to rotationally connect the disc sheets. Therefore, the adjacent disc sheets can rotate relative to each other at a degree from 0° to 180°, or even be displayed in the manner of turning pages at a degree from 0° to 360° when multiple disc sheets are connected together. | 09-19-2013 |
20130256164 | DISK HOLDING DEVICE - A disk holding device according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a cassette that includes an interior and an end wall and a cover that is received against the cassette to at least partially cover the interior, the cover having a latch arm that includes a channel established by a first edge wall and a second edge wall, the channel receiving a complementary portion formed in the end wall of the cassette. The first edge wall is received against an interior surface of the end wall that faces toward the interior and the second edge wall is received against an exterior surface of the end wall that faces away from the interior. | 10-03-2013 |
20130306502 | FOLDABLE PACKAGING FOR FLAT MEDIA - A novel packaging for flat media having substantially square panels wherein at least one of the panels is adapted to form a compartment for storing a phonographic record, an audiovisual record or any flat media. The arrangement of the square panels enables the package to be folded in a compact, flat configuration for ease of storage and shipping. When erected, the package forms a cube that could be used as additional storage. The cube may be erected with either of the sides of the panels visible so as to afford greater opportunity for display. | 11-21-2013 |
20140034526 | Electronic Media Storage Apparatus - An electronic media storage apparatus includes a lower housing having a floor, opposed side walls and a rear wall. A front wall is movable between open and closed configurations. The apparatus includes a cover having a top portion and opposed first and second sides extending downwardly therefrom. The lower housing side walls, lower housing rear wall, and the front wall collectively define a continuous lip at an upper end of the lower housing and an upper end of the front wall when the front wall is at the closed configuration. The cover is removably coupled to the lower housing and the front wall. When the front wall is at the closed configuration and the cover is coupled to the lower housing and front wall, a hermetic cavity is formed between the lower housing, the front wall, and the cover; the cavity being sized to receive an electronic media item. | 02-06-2014 |
20140262872 | DISK RETAINING PACKAGE - A blister package is provided for retaining a disc or other article. The blister package includes a thermoformed plate having a front side and a back side. A retaining well is formed in the back side of the plate and is dimensionally formed for receiving the disc or other article. At least one engagement clip is integrally formed within the plate and positioned on a periphery of the retaining well. The clip includes a resilient hook portion for surrounding an edge of a disk or article that is received in the retaining well. The hook applies a resilient retaining force on the disk or article in the direction of the back side of the plate such that the hook positions the disk or article in frictional contact with the back side of the plate. | 09-18-2014 |