Patent ID: 8834023
Filing Date: 2014-09-16
Classification: B65B,B65D,B65F

Abstract:
1. A bag opening device comprising: a plastic strip having a distal end and a proximal end; a plurality of slots disposed upon the strip; a lock disposed on the proximal end, the lock comprising: wherein the distal end of the strip is insertable into the lock central slit and the locking tab releasably engages with each of the plurality of slots whereby the strip forms a rigid circumference applicable to the open end off a bag; wherein the strip has a width of at least 1 inch and the slots are disposed at regular intervals along the length of the strip; a clip, said clip comprising: wherein the spring forces the pair of edges together, said edges separable when the pair of spatulas are forced together against the action of the spring, whereby the clip is releasably attachable to the strip to secure a bag thereto; and a plurality of securing ties, each securing tie comprising a pliable inelastic member having a pair of ends, each securing tie configured to reach through a pair of adjacent slots in the strip to secure the strip to a bag opening when the pair of ends are twisted together.