Fluid flow conduits and apparatus and methods for making and joining fluid conduits
US10307582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C66/954
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Fluid flow conduits and apparatus and methods for joining the conduits, preferably in a sterile manner, are disclosed. Each conduit has a polymeric open end that is sealed by a sealing member that may include a heating element. The polymeric end material is melted, the sealing members are moved to expose the melted open ends of the conduits and the ends are brought together to form a fused or welded connection between the conduits.
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