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CAPSULE VIDE [1 record]

Record 1 2008-02-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Opening and Closing Devices (Packaging)
DEF

Any closure equipped with a liner capable of holding a vacuum.

CONT

There are three basic types of vacuum closures: pry-off side-seal; lug; and press-on twist-off.

OBS

Although the terms "closure" and "cap" may be seen as different when standing alone, we think they should be recognized as synonyms when properly qualified.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Modes d'ouverture et de fermeture (Emball.)
DEF

Capsule munie d'un joint permettant le bouchage par le vide.

CONT

Les capsules à vide [...] sont conçues pour permettre le bouchage sous vide vapeur et [elles] utilisent des profils de bague spéciaux. Les noms de marque de ces capsules sont entre autres : Omnia, Eurocap, Euro-Twist, Twist-Off, Pry-Off, etc.

OBS

La capsule «Twist Off» est dotée d'un joint plastique coulé dans le fond et présentant une série de crans [...] Une nouvelle capsule, appelée «Press-On Twist-Off» (soit P.T.), est constituée d'un embouti en fer-blanc muni d'un joint en compound spécial [...] La capsule «Pry Off» est pourvue d'un joint latéral.

Spanish

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