Silgan has patented a composite closure for containers with an improved sealing gasket material and shape. The closure includes a plastic fitment with a unique design to ensure proper sealing and user-friendly application. The gasket is made from a PVC-free material for enhanced performance. GlobalData’s report on Silgan gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Silgan, Magnetic lids was a key innovation area identified from patents. Silgan's grant share as of May 2024 was 52%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Composite closure with improved sealing gasket for containers
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11999534B2) discloses a composite closure for containers, featuring a circular plastic fitment with a central opening and a downwardly depending skirt. The closure includes an end panel with an annular sealing gasket directly formed on it, composed of a non-PVC material with rubbery block copolymer and a thermoplastic polymer. The plastic fitment's skirt includes a contact bead that provides resistance upon initial rotation, ensuring the closure is fully applied to the container. The gasket's composition and design aim to create a reliable seal when the closure is applied to the container, enhancing product safety and freshness.
Furthermore, the patent describes a composite closure and container package, where the closure includes a circular plastic fitment with a central opening and a depending skirt, along with an end panel featuring a sealing gasket. The closure's design incorporates a radially inwardly extending circumferential bead on the skirt, providing a perceptible resistance upon initial rotation to confirm full application to the container. The gasket's shape, volume, and weight are specified to optimize sealing performance. By combining innovative features like the contact bead and the unique gasket material composition, this composite closure and container package offer improved functionality and reliability in maintaining product integrity and freshness, catering to the needs of various industries requiring secure packaging solutions.
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