Reusable needle handling apparatus
US11813441B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2005/3208
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A reusable needle handling apparatus is described. The needle handling apparatus is configured for receiving at least a portion of a syringe assembly including at least a needle, a needle cap, and a syringe hub. The needle handling apparatus includes a first clamping mechanism having a plurality of pinch rollers. According to an aspect, the pinch rollers are configured to clamp the needle cap, and to automatically unscrew the needle from the syringe hub, so that the needle is safely and automatically removed from the syringe hub.
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