Devices for capping vials useful in system and method for dispensing prescriptions
US8413410B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49998
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for securing a cap onto a cylindrical container includes a main stage and three clamps. Each of the clamps is pivotally attached to the main stage and rotatable about a respective axis of rotation. The axes of rotation of the clamps define an outer circle having a center. Each of the clamps comprises a generally planar body and an arcuate edge and can be used to both center a cap and grip and rotate a vial for attachment of the cap.
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