Systems and methods for use in freezing, thawing, and storing biopharmaceutical materials
US8371132B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2035/98
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system for use in freezing, thawing, transporting or storing biopharmaceutical materials which includes a container, a holder and plurality of heat transfer members. The container is configured to hold biopharmaceutical materials therein. The holder has a cavity for receiving the container and includes an interior surface bounding the cavity. A plurality of pockets contact outer surfaces of the container and is received in the cavity. Each pocket of the plurality of pockets includes a pocket cavity. A heat transfer member actively controls the temperature of biopharmaceutical materials held in the container and is received in the pocket cavity.
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