Method of Manufacturing Custom Sized Plastic Tote Having Intermediate Sleeve

摘要

A method of manufacturing a custom sized plastic tote lighter in weight than heretofore known custom sized plastic totes is provided. The method comprises separating an injection molded tote into upper and lower portions by cutting the injection molded tote. A sleeve or middle portion of plastic material is secured to the upper and lower portions of the injection molded tote to create a custom sized plastic tote of a desired height. Alternatively, portions of different injection molded totes may be used to create a custom sized plastic tote. The sleeve may be made from different materials and may be made of multiple pieces.

主权项

1. A method of manufacturing a custom sized plastic tote comprising:
separating an upper portion of an injection molded tote from a lower portion of said injection molded tote; providing a four-sided sleeve made of corrugated plastic; inserting the sleeve between said upper and lower portions of said injection molded tote to form a custom sized plastic tote having an upper portion, a lower portion and a sleeve extending therebetween, the sleeve fitting over sidewalls of said upper and lower portions of said custom sized plastic tote; and securing said sleeve to said upper and lower portions of the custom sized plastic tote.