Patent ID: 7331160
Filing Date: 2008-02-19
Classification: B65B,B65D

Abstract:
1. A method of making and filling a reclosable package comprising the steps of: supplying a continuous web of plastic material folded to define first and second opposing side panels joined by a bottom wall; supplying a zipper closure between the first and second opposing side panels, the zipper closure including a first profile member and a second profile member adapted to releasably interlock with each other; sealing the first and second opposing side panels to each other along a pair of spaced side seals to define an open bag interior therebetween, wherein the zipper closure is attached to the first and second side panels only at the pair of spaced side seals; filling the package with a product, the product passing between the zipper closure and one of the side panels; and attaching the first profile member to the first side panel and the second profile member to the second side panel after the package has been filled with product.