Connectors for liner-based dispense containers

US9126749B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY & MATERIALS CO., LTD. · US

Inventors

• Jordan Hodges · Cedar Park, US
• Tom Johnson · Star Prairie, US
• Amy Koland · Eden Prairie, US
• Greg Nelson · Minneapolis, US
• Rick Wilson · Edina, US
• Don Ware · Nashville, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Oct 14, 2011
• Grant date: Sep 8, 2015
• Expiry date: Dec 1, 2031

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B65D83/7711
• WIPO field: Handling
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to novel and advantageous connector assemblies for use with a liner-based assembly. In one embodiment, a connector assembly for use with a liner-based assembly can include a pressure port, a dispense port, a headspace removal port, and a locking mechanism. The pressure port can be adapted for connection to a pressure source. The dispense port can be adapted for fluid communication with a source of material to be dispensed from the liner-based assembly. The headspace removal port may be configured for removing a gas from the liner-based assembly. The locking mechanism may be used for locking the connector to the liner-based assembly when contents therein are under pressure. In some embodiments, the dispense port and headspace removal port may be operably coupled providing a flow path for recirculation of the contents within a liner of the liner-based assembly.