System, method and apparatus for filling containers
US6357490B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61J3/074
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Method and apparatus for providing a precisely controlled amount of dry material to a container. A powder slug is formed, preferably under vacuum, in a dosing hole formed in a dosing plate. The powder slug represents a precisely metered amount of material to be deposited into the container. The dosing plate is translated to a position such that the powder slug is above, and may be expelled into, a container located in a dosing wheel that has been moved into proper position for container filling to occur. In another embodiment, a system is provided for automated container filling.
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