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Collapsible intermediate bulk container

  • US 5,897,012 A
  • Filed: 04/04/1997
  • Issued: 04/27/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/04/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A collapsible bulk container, adapted to hold liquids or freely flowable solids, comprising:

  • a frame having a plurality of articulated members;

    a flexible bag disposed within and secured to said frame; and

    ,means for securing said flexible bag to said base portion and to said upper frame portion, said securing means comprising a plurality of straps attached to said flexible bag, a plurality of cleats attached to said base portion, and a plurality of cleats attached to said upper frame portion;

    wherein said frame further comprises;

    a base portion disposed below said flexible bag; and

    ,an upper frame portion disposed above said flexible bag, and said frame is adapted to (a) gradually collapse as said flexible bag is emptied and (b) gradually extend as said flexible bag is filled.

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