Patent ID: 6513205
Filing Date: 2003-02-04
Classification: B65D,F16B,Y10T

Abstract:
A product retaining clip constructed for holding a plurality of product-bearing cards having a hook receiving aperture formed therein, said cards being in a stacked array having a first card, a last card, and at least one intermediate card, with the apertures of each card being substantially aligned with each other, for enabling the mounting of the cards on an elongated support hook or rod, said clip comprising:A. a handle portion for providing ease of access and use for said clip; B. a mounting portion extending from said handle portion and constructed for being telescopically inserted through and engageable in the aligned apertures of the plurality of stacked cards for supportingly retaining the plurality of stacked cards thereon, and defining an elongated open zone for enabling the passage of a support hook or rod therethrough; C. a first card engaging member constructed for contacting the first card; and D. a last card engaging member constructed for contacting the last card in the said stacked array, and cooperating with the first card engaging member and the mounting portion for securely holding and maintaining the cards in said stacked array with the intermediate card sandwiched between the first card and the last card in supported retained position on the mounting portion; whereby said clip maintains the plurality of product bearing cards in a stacked array for ease and securement during shipping as well as for enabling the stacked array of cards to be easily placed on a support hook for display prior to sale.