Disposable container with self-locking closure
US6024216A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 15, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2050/0059
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self locking disposable container, comprises a generally box like enclosed container having a top with a limited access opening for receiving medical sharps, a closure mounted within the container and moveable from a normally open position enabling passage of articles through the access opening to a closed position preventing passage of articles through the access opening, and a locking device within the container associated with the closure for latching the closure in the closed position.
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