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Blister packaged pill ejection method and apparatus

US6206233A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 6, 1999
Grant dateMar 27, 2001
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B69/0058
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for medical pills and the like from blister packs utilizing a flexible arm with a uniquely designed pressure member fastened to a base have a specially designed cup to be used as a base support for a blister pack and as a receiving receptacle for the cup. An auxiliary serrated wheel is included for serrating particularly tough blister backing materials when needed.

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