Granted Patent B2

US 6,901,722 · App. 10/671,008 · Granted Jun 7, 2005

Abstract

Claims (15)

1. A method for packaging a multi-component bedding assembly, comprising:

wrapping a plurality of bedding components including a mattress or futon in a bag having an open first end and a second end;

drawing a vacuum at the first end of the bag to remove a portion of air from the bag;

pushing the bedding components toward the first end of the bag by applying a force at the second end of the bag, and

sealing the open first end to form a packaged bedding assembly.

2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pushing force is applied intermittently.

3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the pushing force is applied by a ram at a force of 1 to 1000 lbs.

4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vacuum is drawn at a pressure of from 20 to 30 in. Hg.

5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second end of the bag is closed.

6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising wrapping one or more bands around the bag after the open first end has been sealed.

7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising inserting the packaged bedding assembly into a woven polyethylene supporting sleeve.

8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising marking a cutting zone on the woven sleeve.

9. The method of claim 7 , further comprising applying one or more bands around the woven sleeve.

10. The method of claim 9 , further comprising inserting the packaged bedding assembly wrapped with the woven polyethylene sleeve into a shipping carton.

11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the bedding components comprise a foam mattress, a mattress topper and a pillow.

Assignments (19)