COLLAPSIBLE SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR FLEXIBLE BAGS

摘要

This invention provides a supporting structure for supporting different types of flexible containers or bags. Structure is capable of supporting open-mouth type bags and in addition can support handle-type bags or t-shirt bags. The supporting structure includes a retaining arrangement for retaining the mouth of the flexible container open under tension and members are provided for restraining lateral movement of a container mounted in the device. A bag bottom supporting arrangement for supporting the bottom of the flexible container is provided and the bag supporting arrangement is movably mounted to the structure for movement between a first supporting position where the bottom of the bag is supported to a collapsed position where the bottom supporting apparatus is folded upwardly and into the structure. This results in a compact arrangement which is advantageous for storage purposes as well as shipping the article.