FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[001] The present invention relates generally to product packaging, more specifically but not by way of limitation, a product package that is configured to surroundably mount a package wherein the product package includes an integrated carrying member to assist in the transportation of the product.

BACKGROUND

[002] As is known in the art, companies spend millions of dollars every year designing packaging for various products. Packaging can play a significant role in not only the marketing of the product but the engagement of the consumer and their preferences. There are a multitude of types of packaging and one type of package is configured to retain a plurality of individual products that may be sold as a group. By way of example but not limitation, beverage cans are often sold by the case and as such the package is typically manufactured from cardboard and is operable to retain twelve or twenty-four individual bottles or cans. Another product that is often sold in bulk is toilet paper and paper towels. These items are often sold in large quantities wherein the entire quantity is wrapped in the packaging which is typically plastic wherein the plastic is surroundably mounted around the product to keep the individual units together.

[003] One problem with the conventional packaging like that available for paper towels and toilet paper is that it can be difficult to carry and transport. The conventional packaging that is available for items such as but not limited to toilet paper and paper towels is the requirement for a user to essentially wrap their arm around the entire product and bias against their body. As these products are often purchased with other grocery items, the conventional packaging makes it difficult to carry them with other items when returning from the store. [004] It is intended within the scope of the present invention to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of similar items wherein the packaging includes integrated carrying members so as to facilitate the carrying and transportation of the product.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[005] It is the object of the present invention to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of items so as to facilitate transportation thereof wherein the present invention includes a body member.

[006] Another object of the present invention is to provide packaging that is operable to facilitate transportation of the product that it is surroundably mounted thereto wherein the body member of the present invention is manufactured from plastic or other similar material.

[007] A further object of the present invention is to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of items so as to facilitate transportation thereof wherein the body member includes integrally formed wall members.

[008] Still another object of the present invention is to provide packaging that is operable to facilitate transportation of the product that it is surroundably mounted thereto wherein the body member includes a top member and a bottom member integrally formed with the wall members.

[009] An additional object of the present invention is to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of items so as to facilitate transportation thereof wherein the top member includes first lateral edge and a second lateral edge.

[0010] Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide packaging that is operable to facilitate transportation of the product that it is surroundably mounted thereto wherein the present invention includes a first carry member that is integrally formed with the top member. [0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of items so as to facilitate transportation thereof that further includes a second carry member integrally formed with the top member and adjacent the first carry member.

[0012] An alternate object of the present invention is to provide packaging that is operable to facilitate transportation of the product that it is surroundably mounted thereto wherein the first carry member and second carry member extend intermediate the first lateral edge and second lateral edge of the top member.

[0013] Still a further object of the present invention is to provide a product packaging that is configured to surroundably mount a plurality of items so as to facilitate transportation thereof wherein the first carry member and second carry member are secured to a top structural member that is circumferentially mounted to the product and integrally formed with the body member.

[0014] To the accomplishment of the above and related objects the present invention may be embodied in the form illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Attention is called to the fact that the drawings are illustrative only. Variations are contemplated as being a part of the present invention, limited only by the scope of the claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] A more complete understanding of the present invention may be had by reference to the following Detailed Description and appended claims when taken in conjunction with the accompanying Drawings wherein:

[0016] Figure 1 is a top perspective view of the present invention; and

[0017] Figure 2 is a top view of the present invention; and

[0018] Figure 3 is an end perspective view of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] Referring now to the drawings submitted herewith, wherein various elements depicted therein are not necessarily drawn to scale and wherein through the views and figures like elements are referenced with identical reference numerals, there is illustrated a packaging with integrated carrying members 100 constructed according to the principles of the present invention.

[0020] An embodiment of the present invention is discussed herein with reference to the figures submitted herewith. Those skilled in the art will understand that the detailed description herein with respect to these figures is for explanatory purposes and that it is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that alternative embodiments are plausible. By way of example but not by way of limitation, those having skill in the art in light of the present teachings of the present invention will recognize a plurality of alternate and suitable approaches dependent upon the needs of the particular application to implement the functionality of any given detail described herein, beyond that of the particular implementation choices in the embodiment described herein. Various modifications and embodiments are within the scope of the present invention.

[0021] It is to be further understood that the present invention is not limited to the particular methodology, materials, uses and applications described herein, as these may vary. Furthermore, it is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is used for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. It must be noted that as used herein and in the claims, the singular forms "a”, "an” and "the” include the plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, a reference to "an element” is a reference to one or more elements and includes equivalents thereof known to those skilled in the art. All conjunctions used are to be understood in the most inclusive sense possible. Thus, the word "or” should be understood as having the definition of a logical "or” rather than that of a logical "exclusive or” unless the context clearly necessitates otherwise. Structures described herein are to be understood also to refer to functional equivalents of such structures. Language that may be construed to express approximation should be so understood unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0022] References to "one embodiment”, "an embodiment”, "exemplary embodiments”, and the like may indicate that the embodiment(s) of the invention so described may include a particular feature, structure or characteristic, but not every embodiment necessarily includes the particular feature, structure or characteristic.

[0023] Referring to the Figures submitted as a part hereof, the packaging with integrated carrying members 100 includes a body member 10 wherein the body member 10 is manufactured from a lightweight material such as but not limited to plastic. It should be understood within the scope of the present invention that the body member 10 could be manufactured from alternate materials wherein the materials could be configured to support different weights so as to utilize the present invention for product packaging for many types of products. The body member 10 includes a plurality of wall members 12, a bottom member 14 and top member 16 that are contiguously formed utilizing suitable durable techniques. The body member 10 is operable to completely surround the product articles 99 so as to provide a single package for the plurality of product articles 99. It should be understood within the scope of the present invention that the body member 10 could be manufactured in alternate sizes in order to accommodate various quantities and types of product articles.

[0024] The top member 16 includes a first lateral edge 20 and a second lateral edge 22 located on opposing ends of the body member 10. Secured to the top member 16 are the first carry member 30 and second carry member 40. The first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 are manufactured from the same material as the body member 10 and are provided in a position such that the first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 are sealably coupled and subsequently separated when ready for use as is shown in progression through Figure 1 through Figure 3. The first carry member 30 includes a first end 31 and second end 32 wherein the first end 31 is secured to the structural member 50 proximate the first lateral edge 20. The second end 32 is secured to the structural member 50 proximate the second lateral edge 22. It should be understood within the scope of the present invention that the first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 are secured to the structural member 50 utilizing suitable durable techniques. The first carry member 30 includes aperture 37 wherein the aperture 37 is of suitable size so as to accommodate a human hand therein. The second carry member 40 is identically constructed as the first carry member 30. Providing a first carry member 30 and a second carry member 40 increases the load distribution. While a first carry member 30 and a second carry member 40 are desired in the preferred embodiment, it should be understood within the scope of the present invention that the packaging with integrated carrying members 100 could have just a single carry member. The first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 are provided in an initial position such that they are adjacent the top member 16. Ensuing purchase of a product having the packaging with integrated carrying members 100, the first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 are released from the top member 16 and extended upward so as to be positioned for use in carrying the packaging with integrated carrying members 100.

[0025] The top structural member 50 is integrally formed into the body member 10 and circumferentially surrounds the product articles proximate the upper end of the body member 10. The top structural member 50 is provided so as to increase the structural integrity of the integrally formed first carry member 30 and second carry member 40 allowing to ensure transportation of a heavier packaging with integrated carrying members 100. The top structural member 50 in a preferred embodiment is manufactured from the same material as the body member 10 but having a greater thickness so as to provide an increased strength. While a top structural member 50 is disclosed, it is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the packaging with integrated carrying members 100 could be provided without the top structural member 50.

[0026] In the preceding detailed description, reference has been made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments, and certain variants thereof, have been described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. It is to be understood that other suitable embodiments may be utilized and that logical changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. The description may omit certain information known to those skilled in the art. The preceding description is, therefore, not intended to be limited to the specific forms set forth herein, but on the contrary, it is intended to cover such alternatives, modifications, and equivalents, as can be reasonably included within the spirit and scope of the invention.