Who the **** invented the plastic that......... - Page 2

klnyc · 01-03-06, 04:57

Oh you mean those Thermal Blistic seal package? e.g like those computer hard drive and those $500.00 video card(nVidia 7800GTX

)?

Lowejackson · 01-03-06, 09:55

As most of the people here tend to be relatively young, spare a thought for those whose hands are not so nimble, these plastics can be a nightmare.

a.k.a. Patrick · 01-03-06, 12:01

For me its absolute aggravation.........I get more ticked off attempting to RIP it open, and yes, risk injury, then effort involved finally getting it open..........
The whole design/theory behind its purpose vs consumer need, is ludicrous...........
And while on the subject: CD's, why do they insist on wrapping them with no "gum wrapper" zip opening, and then tape then shut??? As if the tape isnt difficult enough to get off ?

KevinA · 01-04-06, 04:23

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Originally Posted by kompressornsc

Okay, found my catalog. It's called the OpenX. As I said, I tried it at the trade show and it works very well. Interestingly enough-it comes packaged in a blister pack.

OpenX

I just ordered one.

I found their guarantee priceless.

"We will replace your OpenX® for any reason at no charge.

Simply send $4.95 per unit to cover shipping and handling to:
OpenX® • P.O. Box 8203 • Calabasas, CA 91372

Please include your name and shipping address."

Each one costs $4.95 with free shipping!

a.k.a. Patrick · 01-04-06, 08:04

Thas pretty cheap ! And like 10 minutes from me !!

Setec Astronomy · 01-04-06, 08:12

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Originally Posted by a.k.a. Patrick

Thas pretty cheap ! And like 10 minutes from me !!

Patrick, maybe the guy could hear you cursing and was inspired to create the product...

a.k.a. Patrick · 01-04-06, 08:23

Im going to have to get one......................

throttlethumb · 01-04-06, 09:11

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Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

How about all those twisty things they use to keep dolls and action figures in place. Those things are painful to remove after the first few.

There is nothing worse than those wire ties that hold toys in place. Then add a few screws to the base of it and cardboard spacers. The pain I endured at Christmas from my 6 year old son when I was trying to get ROBORAPTOR out of his packaging. 15 minutes of hearing is he out yet and when can I play with him got me all nerved up.

throttlethumb · 01-04-06, 09:13

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Originally Posted by kompressornsc

There is actually a tool for cutting blister packs-can't think of the name of it right now. I met the inventor at a trade show in Chicago over the summer. He invented it because he kept cutting himself. If I remember correctly, it has a little point to start a hole, and then a 'v' blade that just barely penetrates through the plastic so you don't damage the contents. And a big guard on the handle to protect your hands. It worked very well. He won a big design award a few years ago for it. If I can find his flyer at the office, I'll post his website.
The samples he had at the show had Costco imprinted on them. Costco should give them out free with every membership-you can't buy a thing there that's not in a blister pack.

Im suprised you dont hear of any lawsuits from people cutting themselves when opening up those packages

4830Deuce · 01-04-06, 09:45

I hate those things with a passion...

-Justin

JJ_ · 01-04-06, 09:53

I cut my hand on one of the vacuum formed packages, it was tough plastic 'cos it sliced through my hand lol!

kompressornsc · 01-04-06, 11:18

I'm gonna call Tom and tell him I want a commission on each one ordered from my link.

Or...if we could get David to do them with the Autopia logo on them...I'd give him a nice discount.