Three-piece can

Abstract

A can for processed or non-processed foods, for use by food companies or others, is a three-piece can, which has a cylindrical shape. One of the ends is expanded (necked-out), thus top and bottom have different diameters, but within limits not to compromise rolling on flat surfaces and guides minimizing friction between the external part of the cylindrical body with the finish or artwork while rolling. The can may also be stacked, since it is provided with different diameters top and bottom, which fit in when stacked.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A three-piece can (L) comprising a cylindrical body ( 1 ) having ribs ( 2 ), a top ( 3 ) and a bottom ( 4 ), wherein said cylindrical body ( 1 ) is expanded on one of its ends and provided with a top ( 3 ), having a first diameter, and a bottom ( 4 ), having a second diameter greater than the first diameter, the tops ( 3 ,  4 ) being of a conventional or easy-to-open type, said first and second diameters differing by 4 mm or less, and wherein when seamed, create support edges ( 5 ,  6 ) for the can L to be rolled on flat surfaces.