Abstract: Two vacuum-type suction bells are movable towards and away from a bag for opening the bag. When open, a feed pipe is inserted into the bag for filling the bag with fluid. Sealing elements move toward the bag for sealing the same about the feed pipe. The sealing elements have a recess into which is received the suction bells as the sealing elements abut the feed pipe. The suction bells may move relative to the sealing elements.