JP2010527310A - Case with selectable lock - Google Patents

Abstract

The package (10) with a lock includes a case (14) and an insert (12). Case (14) and insert (12) comprise an engagement and containment mechanism to provide a locked package (10) having a locking feature. When the engagement and containment mechanism engages, the insert (12) is substantially fixed, limiting access to items stored in or on the insert (12). The case (14) includes a lock release mode for releasing the lock mode of the package with lock (10). The receiving or engaging mechanism is provided on a sliding insert (12) that moves the mechanism in and out of the functional position. When the mechanism is out of place, the receiver and engagement mechanism are not engaged, preventing the insert (12) from being secured within the case (14).
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Description

  This application claims the benefit of US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 938,623 dated May 17, 2007, which is incorporated herein by reference.

  The present invention relates generally to a package with a lock. More specifically, the present invention relates to an adjustment mechanism used for a case with a selectable lock.

  Many containers with anti-tampering or locking features for children that require complex operations to open the containers are used. One method of using a container with a lock is to control the preparation of tablets and tablets. For example, a medicine bottle lock cap is well known. A typical lock cap mechanism requires coordinated alignment and tilt, axial pressure, or internal compression in conjunction with rotation of the cap to remove it from the container in order to contact the drug product.

  In other examples, the medication is packaged in a conventional flat box where it is difficult to ensure prevention of child tampering. Many tablet pharmaceuticals are sold in blister packs, specifically formed on a sheet sealed by a barrier that can be pierced when the tablet is removed from the blister. When a typical cardboard flat box holding one or more blister packs is opened, the entire contents of the package are exposed and all of the tablets are immediately available.

  It is clearly dangerous for a child to come into contact with a large number of tablets that are not intended to be consumed.

  Embodiments of the present invention are for the storage and preparation of pharmaceuticals packaged with sliding members that hold items such as trays, partitioned drawers, blister cards, blister packs, etc. ("slidable cards"). The present invention relates to a container with a child tamper-proof lock. Although the slidable card is shown as a conventional blister package, the sliding member may be a tray, slidable package or any package known to those skilled in the art. This locked container is shown as a two-piece molded plastic container that is closed on three sides to form a cavity that houses a slidable card. The slidable card can be slidably inserted and removed through the open fourth side of the locked container. Pillars molded on one locked container are connected to a hollow cylinder correspondingly molded on another locked container and, in some embodiments, sealed or closely attached. Other attachment mechanisms can be used, and the use of such other mechanisms is expected.

  The locked container includes one or more locking features. Locking features include an engagement mechanism formed on one or two parts of the locked container. Engagement mechanisms include, for example, one or more posts, openings, claws, edges, hooks, adhesives, metal and / or magnet surfaces, VELCRO® fasteners, and other mechanisms (“posts”). It is. When the sliding card is inserted into the container, the engaging mechanism engages with a receiving mechanism formed on or in the sliding card. Receiving mechanisms include, for example, one or more openings, posts, claws, edges, hooks, adhesives, metal and / or magnet surfaces, VELCRO® fasteners, and other mechanisms (“openings”). . The release button is placed on the locked container and is placed in close proximity to the post. Inclining means, such as ribs and / or springs, are disposed proximate to the engaging or receiving mechanism to exert a compressive force, thereby causing the engaging mechanism to engage the receiving mechanism. By pressing the release button, the sliding card is operated to release the engagement and receiving mechanism, and the sliding card is slidably removed.

  In some cases, it is desirable to release the lock mode of the container with the lock. Accordingly, the locked containers of some embodiments disclosed and described herein are provided with an unlocking feature. The unlocking mode may be integrated with the container with the lock, or may be attached to the container with the lock. In one embodiment, a sliding spacer is provided on the locked container. The sliding spacer is provided with lock release means that can slide at a position adjacent to the locking post. When the lock release means is in this position, it prevents the locking opening of the sliding member from fully engaging the locking post.

  In other embodiments, the locking container is provided with a sliding locking post. When the sliding locking post is disposed in the first position, the locking opening of the sliding member engages the sliding locking post. When the sliding locking post is disposed in the second position, the locking opening of the sliding member does not engage the sliding locking post. Thus, when the sliding locking post is disposed at the second position, the locking mode of the locked container is effectively released.

  In another embodiment, the sliding composite locking mechanism includes an inclined member and a locking post. When the sliding composite locking mechanism is disposed at the first position, the locking opening of the sliding member engages with the composite locking mechanism. When the sliding composite locking mechanism is disposed at the second position, the locking opening of the sliding member does not engage with the sliding locking post of the sliding composite locking mechanism. Thus, when the sliding composite locking mechanism is in the second position, the locking mode of the locked container is effectively released.

  According to one embodiment of the present invention, a case and a sliding member are included. The sliding member is provided with a first locking member. The case is provided with a first side and a second side connected to form a groove for receiving the sliding member. The case is provided with an open end that can move the sliding member between the first position and the second position. The case also includes a channel that houses the sliding spacer along with an internal locking mechanism, and an access port proximate to the channel configured to access the sliding spacer. The case is also provided with release means proximate to the internal locking mechanism.

  According to one aspect of the invention, the first locking member is provided with at least one locking opening.

  According to another aspect of the invention, a sliding spacer is disposed within and extends from the channel.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the sliding member is further provided with a hinge.

  According to another aspect of the invention, at least one side surface is provided with a second lock member configured to releasably engage the first lock member.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the sliding member is further provided with a spacer opening.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the sliding spacer is provided with at least one locking post.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the sliding spacer is further provided with a locking post and an inclined member configured to direct the sliding member toward the locking post.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the second locking member is provided with at least one locking post.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, at least one side surface is provided with an inclined member proximate to the at least one sliding locking post and configured to direct the sliding member toward the at least one sliding locking post. It has been.

  According to another aspect of the invention, the at least one side surface is provided with an inclined member proximate to the at least one locking post and configured to direct the sliding member toward the at least one locking post.

  These and other aspects of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings and detailed description.

1 is an exploded view of an exemplary selectable locked container of one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. FIG. 2 is a plan view of the partially assembled component of FIG. 1. FIG. 3 is a plan view showing the selectable lockable container of FIG. 2 with an exemplary internal locking mechanism in the functional aspect and the appearance of the internal locking mechanism in the functional release aspect. It is a perspective view of the container with a lock | rock of FIG. FIG. 6 is an exploded view of an exemplary selectable locked container of a locked container according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a plan view showing the selectable lockable container of FIG. 5 with an exemplary internal locking mechanism in the functional aspect and the appearance of the internal locking mechanism in the functional release aspect. It is explanatory drawing of the container with an exemplary selectable lock of the container with a lock of other embodiment of this invention. A and B are perspective views of the locked container of FIG. 7 partially assembled. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the partially assembled component of FIG. 7. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the partially assembled component of FIG. 7.

  Hereinafter, detailed embodiments of the claimed invention will be disclosed. It should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary disclosures of various modifications and combinations thereof. In the following, the term “exemplary” is used extensively to refer to embodiments as examples, samples, models or models. The drawings do not have to be scaled down, and some embodiments may be exaggerated or minimized to show details of particular components. In other instances, well-known components, systems, materials or methods have not been described in detail so as not to obscure the present invention. Accordingly, the specific structural and functional details set forth below should not be construed as limiting, but merely as a basis for claims and a typical basis for those skilled in the art using the present invention in various ways. Should be.

  The present invention is not limited to the drug-related product referred to as the embodiment, and can be applied to any small, elaborate, high-sensitivity or portable item. Examples of such items include all kinds of consumables such as candy, food, vitamins, contact lenses, contraceptives, smoking cessation patches, all kinds of personal medical products such as hearing aid batteries, and lockable containers. All items are listed. Further, the present invention is not limited to the trays and blister packs shown as embodiments, but a slidable tray that can hold, store, mount, store, or combine all types of items. It can be applied to any of cards, racks, packs, pouches and the like.

  DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings in which like reference numerals denote like aspects throughout. Turning first to FIG. 1, an exploded view of an exemplary locked package 10 is shown (also referred to as a “locked container”). As shown, the locked package 10 holds the sliding member 12 in an optional locked case 14 (“case”). As described above, the sliding member 12 may be a tray, blister pack, pouch, drawer, card, rack, etc. (“sliding member”, “card” or “tray”). The case 14 includes a base 16 and a top 18. The release button 20 is defined by an opening 22. The opening 22 surrounds the release button 20 except for the hinge 24 that attaches the release button 20 to the base 16. The movable portion of the release button 20, that is, the portion of the release button 20 that faces the hinge 24 and is in contact with the opening 22 is a free end 26. An expansion rim 28 is included on the inner peripheral edge of the free end 24. As described in detail below, pressing the free end 26 of the release button 20 inward presses the expansion rim 28 inward and releases the engagement tray 12. As best shown in FIG. 4, the case 14 is provided with at least one open end 29 through which the sliding member 12 can move.

  The base 16 includes an internal member that forms an internal locking mechanism. A locking post 30 having an engagement end 32 is disposed in the vicinity of the release button 20. A spacer channel 36 is disposed along the base end wall 34 so that the sliding spacer 38 is slidably received. Both the base 16 and the top 18 are provided with attachment means 40 described in detail below. An optional end cap 42 is provided on the base 16 and / or the top 18.

  Attachment means 40 is provided on the base 16, the top 18, or both. As shown, the base 16 and top 18 are permanently or temporarily attached by a cylinder 44 that engages a pin 46 (not shown), a base sidewall 16 that engages a top sidewall 50, combinations thereof, and the like. It is done. More specifically, the side wall 48 is provided with an engagement tab 52 that connects to a tab opening 54 disposed on the top side wall 50. In this way, the base 16 and the top 18 are clicked to form the case 14. The base 16 and the top 18 forming the case 14 may be permanently welded after or during assembly.

  The sliding member 12 may be a tray or blister card containing blisters configured to hold items. The sliding member 12 includes a locking post receptacle or locking opening 56, a spacer opening 58, and an optional hinge 60. Here, the locking opening 56 is configured to cooperatively engage the sliding member 12 to the base 16 to prevent the tray 12 from moving from the case 14. As described in more detail below, locking aperture 56 cooperates with post 30 to prevent card movement or removal until card 12 is released by pressing or manipulating release button 20. It is arranged to engage. If necessary, the hinge 60 is additionally provided flexibly at the engagement end of the sliding member 12.

  Referring to FIG. 3, a configuration in which a sliding spacer 38 is disposed within the spacer channel 36 is shown. The sliding spacer 38 is provided with lock release means 62. In FIG. 3, the lock release means 62 is disposed in the spacer opening 58. When the lock release means 62 is disposed in this position, the locking opening 56 is connected and engaged with the locking post 30, thereby fixing the sliding member 12.

  Also shown in FIG. 3 is a configuration in which the lock release means 62 is not disposed within the spacer opening 58 (using dotted lines). In this configuration, the locking release means 62 is separated from the spacer opening 58 and contacts the locking post 30 by preventing the locking post 30 from coupling and engaging with the locking opening 56. Thereby, the lock release means 62 prevents the card 12 from being fixed in this arrangement. Further, by lifting the end of the card 12 so as to release the locking opening 56 from the locking post 30, the lock release means 62 releases the card 12 from the fixed position. When the lock release means 62 is in this positional relationship, the sliding member 12 is not attached to the base because it prevents the locking opening 56 from engaging the locking post 30 and is released from the locking post 30.

  The tilt member 64 is visualized in FIG. The inclined member 64 includes means for fitting the locking post 30 into the locking opening 56. In FIG. 4, the inclined member 64 is a rib. Additional tilting means 64 include leaf springs, dagger springs, and similar configurations that apply a compressive force on the card 12 to engage or remain engaged with the locking post 30. As will be appreciated, the tilting means 64 need not face the locking post 30. The tilting means 64 and the locking post 30 are merely configured to cooperatively engage the locking opening 56 of the sliding member 12.

  1-4, the release of the fixed tray 12 from the locking post 30 is described. In order to release the fixed tray 12 from the locking post 30, the release button 20 is pressed against the case 14. When the release button 20 is pressed, the rim 28 lifts the end of the card 12 until the locking opening 56 is lifted onto the locking post 30. At the same time, the opposite end or free end of the card 12 is gripped and pulled out so as to approach at least the first item. The card 12 is fully removed or towed or handled as disclosed in other applications filed by the applicant.

  The locking post 30 engages the locking opening 56 when the card 12 is fully inserted into the case 14, the release button 20 is pressed, and the rim 28 moves outward until the opening 56 releases the opening 56. An engagement end 32 is included that holds the tray 12 to prevent it from doing so. After the item is removed from the case 14, the card 12 is slid inward and returned into the sleeve 14. Reinsertion of the card 12 lifts the upper inclined surface 66 of the post 30 and optionally guides the engagement end of the card 12 along the hinge 60 so that the card 12 is fully reinserted into the case 14. When opening, the opening 56 is attached to the post 30. When fully inserted, the opening 56 substantially surrounds the post 30 and engages the post 30.

  The above-described embodiments and descriptions describe the advantages of the container 10 with lock. However, under certain conditions, a lock function is not required. For example, the medicine is held in the blister pack of the container 10 with lock, but there is no child near the container 10. In addition, there is a child in the vicinity of the container 10, but only a limited time is available. In such an environment, the lock or child tampering prevention function is released, so that a user who owns and uses the locked container 10 and its contents, that is, an adult, has a child tampering prevention function. The contents can be touched without repeated processing.

  To prevent locking of the locked container 10, the sliding spacer 38 is operated from an access port 68 for functioning or releasing the internal locking mechanism. The user engages the sliding spacer 38 through the access port 68 using a small tool such as a paper clip, pen, or similar protruding member. In order to prevent the locking opening 56 of the sliding member 12 from engaging the locking post 30, the sliding spacer 38 is slid from the locking post 30, and the sliding spacer 38 is brought close to the spacer opening 58. Is fixed. In order to release the locking mode of the container 10, the sliding spacer 38 is moved to a position close to the locking post 30 and not close to the spacer opening 58, as shown by the dotted line in FIG. In this arrangement, the case 14 is not fixed because the locking opening 56 of the sliding member 12 prevents the locking post 30 from engaging.

  FIG. 4 best shows that the sliding member 12 is removed from the assembled case 14 and reinserted. After removing the item from the tray or card 12, the sliding member 12 is fully reinserted, the internal locking mechanism is activated or released, and the end cap 42 is closed.

  5 and 6, another embodiment of the locked container 10 of the present invention is shown. Components of this embodiment that are substantially similar to the components of the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1-4 are given similar configuration numbers to avoid unnecessary repetition of the disclosure.

  The slidable locking post 70 provides a result similar to that described above, but differs by having an engagement member that is selectively positioned depending on whether the user wants a functioning or unlocked locking mechanism. Function. When the locking post 70 is proximate to the locking opening 56, the sliding member 12 is engaged and housed in the selectively lockable case 14. As indicated by the dotted lines in FIG. 6, when the locking post 70 is not proximate the locking opening 56, the sliding member 12 is not engaged or secured to the selectively lockable case 14.

  7 to 10 show other embodiments of the present invention. It should be appreciated that FIG. 8A shows an embodiment with first attachment means 40 and FIG. 8B shows an embodiment with second attachment means 40, but FIGS. Reference is made to this embodiment. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, components that are substantially similar to the above are given the same numbers as similar components in the above embodiment.

  The slidable composite locking mechanism 72 includes a locking post 74 and an inclined member 76. The top 18 includes additional members of the lock signal 78, and the base 16 includes additional members of the support ribs 80 and the receiving member 84. The sliding member 12 includes an additional member of the receiving opening 84.

  Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the operation of the locking mechanism 72 is shown. As mentioned above, the embodiment shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B is the above embodiment except that it comprises two selectable attachment means 40 that are used to combine the base 16 and the top 18. And substantially the same. FIG. 8A shows the sliding member 12 partially inserted. In this configuration, the locking opening 56 is not yet engaged with the locking post 74. When the sliding member 12 is further inserted into the case 14, the locking opening 56 is eventually engaged with the locking post 74. When the sliding member 12 is inserted, the sliding member 12 is connected to the inclined member 76. The inclined member 76 directs the sliding member 12 or a part thereof toward the locking post. When the sliding member 12 is fully inserted, the ramp member 76 retains the locking opening 56 in a fixed position where the locking opening 56 engages the locking post 74, as shown in FIG. 8B. In FIG. 8B, the sliding member 12 is fixed at the above position. In order to release the sliding member 12 from the fixed position, the release button 20 is operated in substantially the same manner as described above with reference to FIGS.

  As described above, the lock state of the container 10 is selectively released. 7-10, the locking mechanism 72 is moved to the arrangement shown in FIG. 8A and shown in dotted lines in FIG. 8B. In this arrangement, the locking opening 56 is no longer engaged with the locking post 74. Therefore, the sliding member 12 is taken out from the case 14 without any operation of the release button 20.

  The sliding lock mechanism 72 is accessible through the access port 68 and can slide between a functional position and a release position. The mechanism 72 is positioned such that the locking opening 56 is proximate to the locking post 74 and is held in this position by an inclined member 76, shown here as a spring. As shown in FIG. 9, when one indicator is shown as a lock signal 78, the sliding member 12 is engaged with the case 14 and fixed in the case 14. If the user desires to release the case 14 from the internal locking mechanism, the user accesses the composite mechanism 72 through the access port 68 to release the sliding member 12 as described above, and the locking post 74 is locked to the locking opening. The composite mechanism 72 is slid so as not to approach 56. When the composite mechanism 72 is disposed at this position, two indicators are shown as a lock signal 78 as shown in FIG. These two indicators inform the user that the sliding member 12 has been released from the case 14 and is not secured within the case 14.

  No law is required, and it is economically prohibitive to describe and disclose possible embodiments of this claim. Thus, the above embodiments are merely exemplary descriptions of means for a clear understanding of the nature of the disclosure. Therefore, in the range which does not deviate from the objective of a claim, the said embodiment can perform a change, modification, and these combination. In view of this, the purpose of this disclosure and the following claims includes all such changes, modifications, and combinations thereof.

Claims (38)

A case and a sliding member;
The sliding member includes a first engagement mechanism,
The case includes a plurality of side surfaces connected to form a space for accommodating the sliding member;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the sliding member passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer with a second engagement mechanism;
A storage and blending system comprising an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding spacer.   The system of claim 1, wherein the first engagement mechanism comprises an opening.   The system of claim 1, further comprising a sliding spacer disposed within and extending from the channel.   The system of claim 1, wherein one of the side surfaces comprises a second engagement mechanism configured to engage the first engagement mechanism.   The system of claim 4, wherein one of the side surfaces further comprises release means proximate to the second engagement mechanism.   The system of claim 3, wherein the sliding member further comprises a spacer opening.   The system of claim 3, wherein the second engagement mechanism is effectively coupled to the sliding spacer.   The system of claim 7, wherein the sliding spacer further comprises an inclined member.   The system of claim 5, wherein the second engagement mechanism comprises a post.   The system of claim 1, wherein the case further comprises an inclined member.   The system of claim 10, wherein the inclined member is proximate to the second engagement mechanism.   The system of claim 1, wherein the sliding member comprises a blister pack.   The system of claim 1, wherein the locked case further comprises a package status indicator.   The system of claim 13, wherein the package status indicator comprises a port formed in the case. A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer with a second engagement mechanism;
An access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding spacer;
A case with a lock, comprising: a release means adjacent to the second engagement mechanism for selectively releasing the first engagement mechanism from the second engagement mechanism.   The case of claim 15, further comprising a sliding spacer disposed within and extending from the channel.   The case according to claim 15, wherein the second engagement mechanism is formed on one of the side surfaces.   The case according to claim 15, wherein the second engagement mechanism is effectively connected to the sliding spacer.   The case according to claim 15, wherein the sliding spacer further includes an inclined member.   The case according to claim 15, wherein the second engagement mechanism includes a post.   The case according to claim 15, wherein the sliding member includes a blister pack. A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer with a second engagement mechanism;
Providing a locked case with an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding spacer;
A step of moving the sliding spacer to a release position,
A method for releasing a case with a lock, wherein the first engagement mechanism prevents at least partial engagement of the second engagement mechanism.   The method of claim 22, wherein the second engagement mechanism is operatively coupled to the sliding spacer.   The method of claim 23, wherein the sliding spacer further comprises an inclined member.   The method of claim 22, wherein the locked case further comprises a package status indicator.   26. The method of claim 25, wherein the package status indicator comprises a port formed in the case.   The method of claim 22, wherein the sliding member comprises a blister pack. A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A second engagement mechanism substantially disposed within the cavity;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer with the second engagement mechanism;
Accessing a locked case with an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding spacer;
Accessing the sliding space through the access port;
When the sliding member is inserted into the case, the sliding spacer is moved from the second engaging mechanism so as not to prevent the first engaging mechanism and the second engaging mechanism from engaging with each other. A method for selectively functioning a case with a lock, comprising the step of: A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A second engagement mechanism substantially disposed within the cavity;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer with the second engagement mechanism;
Accessing a locked case with an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding spacer;
Accessing the sliding space through the access port;
When the sliding member is inserted into the case, the sliding spacer is attached to the second engaging mechanism so as to prevent the first engaging mechanism and the second engaging mechanism from engaging with each other. And a method for selectively releasing a case with a lock, comprising: a step of sufficiently adjoining. A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding engagement mechanism;
Accessing a locked case with an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding engagement mechanism;
Accessing the sliding engagement mechanism through the access port;
When the sliding member is inserted into the case, the first engagement mechanism and the second engagement mechanism are substantially close to each other so that the engagement mechanisms engage with each other. A method of selectively functioning a case with a lock, comprising the step of arranging a spacer. A plurality of side surfaces coupled to form a cavity for accommodating the sliding member together with the first engagement mechanism;
A sliding member insertion slot proximate to the cavity through which the accommodated sliding member passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding engagement mechanism;
Accessing a locked case with an access port proximate to a channel configured to access the sliding engagement mechanism;
Accessing the sliding spacer through the access port;
When the sliding member is inserted into the case, the first engagement mechanism and the second engagement mechanism are substantially separated from each other so as to prevent the engagement mechanisms from engaging with each other. A method for selectively releasing a case with a lock, comprising the step of arranging the sliding spacer. A case and sliding card configured to hold at least one item;
The sliding card comprises a locking opening;
The case has a plurality of side surfaces connected to form a space for accommodating the sliding card;
A case opening proximate to the void through which the sliding card passes at least partially;
A channel configured to receive a sliding spacer;
A sliding spacer disposed in the channel;
An item storage package comprising: an access port proximate to a channel configured to allow access to the sliding spacer.   The package of claim 32, wherein one of the side surfaces comprises a locking post configured to engage the locking opening.   34. The package of claim 33, wherein one of the side surfaces further comprises release means proximate to the locking opening.   The package of claim 32, wherein a locking post is effectively connected to the sliding spacer.   36. The package of claim 35, wherein the sliding spacer further comprises an inclined member.   The package of claim 33, wherein the case further comprises an inclined member proximate to the locking post.   The package of claim 32, wherein the locked case further comprises a package status indicator.

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