US PATENT SUBCLASS 53 / 485
.~.~.~ By applying a separate preformed closure (e.g., lid, cap)

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53 /   HD   PACKAGE MAKING

396  DF  METHODS {22}
476  DF  .~ Closing package or filled receptacle {3}
484  DF  .~.~ Closing a preformed, freestanding, rigid or semi-rigid container (e.g., box, carton, bottle) {2}
485.~.~.~ By applying a separate preformed closure (e.g., lid, cap) {5}
486  DF  .~.~.~.~> With receptacle deforming or shaping
487  DF  .~.~.~.~> With preliminary closure shaping
488  DF  .~.~.~.~> By conforming closure to container
489  DF  .~.~.~.~> By plugging closure into container
490  DF  .~.~.~.~> By screwing closure on container

DEFINITION

Classification: 53/485

By applying a separate preformed closure (e.g., lid, cap):

(under subclass 484) Methods for completing the enclosure of the contents by securing a discrete closure member to the preformed receptacle.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:

478, for methods of securing separate closures by heat sealing or bonding.