Sealed containers and methods of making and filling same
US7100646B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B2039/009
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a uniquely configured medicament vial assembly which includes a storage vial, a stopper member and a securing ring. The vial assembly is configured to improve healthcare worker safety by providing a shielded gripping location to aid in the reduction of accidental needle sticks. The storage vial has a body portion which defines an interior chamber for storing a predetermined medicament and a neck portion through which medicament is received into and withdrawn from the interior chamber. The stopper member is inserted into the mouth of the vial and establishes a first seal. The securing ring is engaged with the mouth of the vial and adapted and configured for retaining the stopper member within the vial mouth and effectuating a second seal. The securing ring is formed from a thermoplastic and/or elastic material. Preferably, the securing ring is formed by molding the thermoplastic and/or elastic material over a portion of the storage vial and stopper member when engaged within the vial mouth.
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