Package and method for packaging rolls of web.

摘要

A package (10) enclosing a stack of rolls (1) includes a carrying means (12), a first tray-like member (40) mounted on the carrying means (12) and a roll support member (14) for receiving and supporting the rolls (1) in a vertical stack. A moisture and light impervious member (16) is wrapped around the vertical stack with the top most roll (3) in the stack at least partially abutting the first closed end of the package (10). Means for opening and closing the first and second closed end portions are provided. In the preferred embodiment, overlapping flap portions (82,84) are formed and then sealed together via tape 30. A second tray-like member (42) is mounted onto the first closed end of the package (10) and the unitized package is wrapped with at least one strap (44) to secure the package (10) to the carrying means (12).