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Method and apparatus for lubricating stoppers for syringe barrels

US5158154A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 13, 1989
Grant dateOct 27, 1992
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49982
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for lubricating stoppers prior to their insertion with syringe barrels is provided. A pair of lubricating wheels are provided which have opposing stopper contact surfaces. Each wheel is partially positioned within a reservoir so that, upon wheel rotation, lubricant within the reservoir is transferred to a wheel engaging the stopper contact surfaces.

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