Sterile capping method for a plurality of I.V. bottles
US4240242A · kind A · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 18, 1979 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B31/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of sterile capping a plurality of I.V. bottles with temporary sterile caps. A plurality of caps are provided in a single sterile package, which package is opened within the confines of a sterile working environment and the caps distributed face-up on a working surface. Packing caps are removed from I.V. bottles within the sterile environment and dilutant added to the bottles. The bottles are then sequentially inverted and press-fit into corresponding temporary caps to achieve a sterile sealing relationship between the bottles and caps. The described method results in a large savings of preparation time, produces less litter, and eliminates a bruised or "red" palm problem encountered in the prior art.
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