Apparatus and method for filling and resealing
US10144540B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B65/02
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for filling devices that are penetrable for filling the devices with a substance, and resealable for sealing the resulting hole. A device support supports at least one such device in a substantially fixed position relative to the support during filling and/or resealing. A manifold drivingly mounted over the device support can include (1) a cartridge including a filling needle for penetrating a resealable stopper and introducing a substance therethrough into the device, a mount for mounting the cartridge on the manifold, and a removable cover releasably coupled to the mount for covering the filling needle during transportation, installation and/or removal of the cartridge from the manifold. The manifold can include a thermal source for heating a penetrated region of the stopper and, sealing the hole.
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