Abstract: An improved bulb baster wherein one end of the bulb is flat, allowing the baster to be stood upright. In one embodiment of the present invention the bulb of the baster is formed from a thermo resistant material that permits flexibility while helping to prevent burns to finger tips when adding or subtracting liquids to and from a food item, respectively. In another embodiment of the present invention the tube of the baster can be fitted with an adjustable collar to provide additional functionality.

Abstract: An infusing apparatus comprises a collecting spout capable of being fixed under the outlet aperture of an infusing chamber. The spout has a lid provided with an opening through which the infusion penetrates, and an obstructer of the opening for in particular keeping the infusion at an optimal temperature. Elements for actuating the obstructer are further provided for automatically releasing the opening by the action of a stop integral with the apparatus, when the spout is being fixed on the outlet aperture. The actuating elements are also capable of being manually controlled for releasing the opening and allowing the infusion collected in the spout to be extracted through the opening. The invention is useful for household electrical coffee-pots or teapots.

Abstract: A pump system for a helicopter tanker includes an axial flow electric pump coupled to a lower end of a snorkel having a generally tubular pump housing extending along a central axis between an open upper end and an opposite open lower end serving as an inlet of the pump. An in-line electric motor is supported within the housing along the axis and has an output drive shaft mounting an impeller. A filter screen basket is mounted on the lower end of the housing to filter water for filtering the incoming water. An electric power cable extends from the motor through a the housing and is shrouded externally by a protective metal cable guard.

Abstract: A valve assembly for an apparatus under pressure includes a valve casing including a connecting pipe for attachment to an apparatus under pressure, and a discharge pipe, with the connecting pipe and the discharge pipe being connected by a fluid-carrying pathway. Integrated in the valve casing are a shut-off valve for regulating a flow of fluid through the fluid pathway, and a control valve which includes a spring-loaded valve body having a fluid duct forming part of the fluid pathway. The valve body has one end accommodating a first sealing element movable by the valve body against a valve seat for sealing the fluid passageway and thereby separate an inlet pressure zone from an outlet pressure zone, and another end accommodating a second sealing element movable by the valve body against a seal seat.

Abstract: An apparatus for charging pressurized aerosol cans with liquid is provided having a base for providing mechanical stability, a can support assembly for supporting an aerosol can being filled with liquid, and a can charging assembly having a can receiving element and including a liquid reservoir having a tapered bottom in fluid communication with a pump rod receiving aperture for receiving a main piston pump rod. The main piston pump rod has a linearly elongated shaft terminating at its lower end in a radially expanded head and a sealing ring receiving slot into which a pliable sealing ring is recessed.

Abstract: A container (2) for a liquid anaesthetic agent for supplying the agent to an anaesthetic vaporizer comprises a reservoir for the liquid agent, a valve (6) which, when closed, prevents the flow of the liquid agent from the reservoir, a tubular outlet (10) through which the liquid can leave the reservoir when the valve is open. An O-ring (20) at the free end of the conduit provides a sealing surface for forming a seal with a corresponding sealing surface provided at an inlet to a vaporizer to which the anaesthetic agent is to be supplied. A flange (22) engages a guide on the vaporizer, to retain the container in contact with the vaporizer.

Abstract: A closure including an integral chamber for storing a fluid separately from a beverage stored in a container to which the closure is attached is provided with a pre-formed court or aperture and a valve, the valve being operable to an open position when intended to allow release of the fluid in the chamber to mix with beverage in the container, the apparatus being particularly suitable for carbonating or recarbonating beverages.

Abstract: A bulk chemical delivery system having: a bulk chemical canister that is connected to at least one manifold box, wherein each manifold box has at least two output lines, wherein each output line connects to a secondary canister. The bulk chemical canister may have a capacity of 200 liters.

Abstract: This invention concerns a manifold for use in refill of canister containing chemicals. The manifold may comprise a vacuum supply valve; a vacuum generator; a pressure vent valve; a gas inlet valve; a bypass valve; an isolation valve; a control valve; a canister inlet valve; a canister outlet valve; a canister inlet coupler, and a canister outlet coupler. In the manifold the vacuum supply valve may be connected to the vacuum generator; the vacuum generator may be connected to the pressure vent valve and the control valve; the gas inlet valve may be connected to pressure vent valve and bypass valve; the bypass valve may be further connected to the isolation valve and the canister inlet valve; the isolation valve may also be connected to the canister outlet valve. In addition, the canister inlet valve may be connected to control valve, the canister inlet coupler, and the canister outlet valve; and the canister outlet valve may be further connected to the canister inlet coupler and the canister outlet coupler.

Abstract: A generally oval upper body supports a generally cylindrical lower body comprising an outlet tube on which is mounted an inner piston containing an annular resilient sealing member adapted to be connected to the tubular inlet fitting of a liquid coolant system. The lower body supports a set of arcuate collar sections which are cammed inwardly for gripping external threads on the inlet fitting in response to axial movement of an outer air actuated annular piston surrounding the outlet tube. The sealing member is compressed axially into the upper face of the inlet fitting in response to axial movement of the inner air actuated annular piston confined between the outlet tube and the outer piston.

Abstract: Containers for ultrahigh purity chemicals having aspect ratios of greater than 3:1 and methods of making the same from seamless electropolished stainless steel tubing are described. Chemical delivery systems for semiconductor fabrication processes that utilize these high aspect ratio containers also are described.

Abstract: A waste liquid collection system for use in continuous arteriovenous or venovenous hemodialysis (CAVH or CVVH) is disclosed. The system comprises a collection vessel and associated interconnection lines which can be preset to given volume of waste liquid to be removed from the dialysis machine in a given period of time. Once the volume is reached, the collection vessel stops waste liquid flow until the vessel is emptied and reset. The system guaranties that excess liquid will not be removed from a patient.

Abstract: This invention concerns an aerosol valve stem configuration wherein the discharge end of the valve stem has a distortable membrane flange extending therefrom. The distortable membrane flange permits accommodation of filling lighters wherein the pin in the lighter opener is either of the centrally disposed orifice through the pin or of the orifice being disposed through the side wall of the pin.

Abstract: A method of controlling the weight of granulated products on a multiple metering machine; the method operating on a machine performing a metering cycle in which at least two products are metered into a container; and the method including: a step wherein the dosage of each product is formed in a chamber; at least one step wherein one of the metered products is transferred from the chamber to the container; at least one step wherein one of the metered products is extracted from the chamber; and a step wherein the products inside the container are weighed at the end of the metering cycle.

Abstract: This invention concerns a manifold for use in refill of canister containing chemicals. The manifold may comprise a vacuum supply valve; a vacuum generator; a pressure vent valve; a gas inlet valve; a bypass valve; an isolation valve; a control valve; a canister inlet valve; a canister outlet valve; a canister inlet coupler; and a canister outlet coupler. In the manifold the vacuum supply valve may be connected to the vacuum generator; the vacuum generator may be connected to the pressure vent valve and the control valve; the gas inlet valve may be connected to pressure vent valve and bypass valve; the bypass valve may be further connected to the isolation valve and the canister inlet valve; the isolation valve may also be connected to the canister outlet valve. In addition, the canister inlet valve may be connected to control valve, the canister inlet coupler, and the canister outlet valve; and the canister outlet valve may be further connected to the canister inlet coupler and the canister outlet coupler.

Abstract: A bulk chemical delivery system, having a bulk chemical canister that is connected to at least one manifold box, wherein each manifold box has at least two output lines, wherein each output line connects to a secondary canister. The bulk chemical canister may have a capacity of 200 liters. The bulk canister is housed within a transportation and containment cart that is housed within a cabinet.

Abstract: A system is provided for draining an anesthetic agent from a reservoir of an anesthetic vaporizer. The system includes an anesthetic agent container having an inlet into which the agent can drain. The vaporizer has a draining station that defines an outlet and that defines a drain passage between the vaporizer reservoir and the outlet. A valve is operable to open and close the drain passage. A connector is provided with a receiving end for connecting to the draining station at the outlet. The connector has a discharge end for connecting to the container inlet. The connector holds the container below the draining station outlet and defines a transfer passage between the receiving end and the discharge end for draining the agent from the draining station into the container. Structural key configurations, uniquely associated with a specific anesthetic, are preferably provided at the connection of the container and connector and at the connection of the draining station and connector.

Abstract: A method and system for re-fueling natural gas vehicles, at home, utilizing a hydraulic pressurization-chamber instead of a conventional mechanical compressor, to boost low-pressure gas (usually about 1 psi) up to the 3500-4000 psi required to re-fuel automotive equipment. This Residential Refueling Facility (RFF) will acquire natural gas from a residential public utility gas line into a flexible bladder located inside a steel high-pressure vessel where it will be pressurized by pumping a hydraulic fluid into the annulus between the outside of the bladder and the inside walls of the steel vessel. When the increased pressure reaches a level above the pressure existing in the on-board storage tanks on the vehicle being re-fueled, the gas in the bladder will be squeezed out to the on-board storage tank. The process is then repeated until the on-board storage tanks are filled.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dispensing compressed natural gas and for maximizing the mass of compressed gas dispensed into a gas storage cylinder is disclosed. Pressure and temperature transducers are provided as a part of the apparatus to emit data signals to a control processor of the pressure and temperature of a supply of compressed gas delivered to a gas dispenser, as well as the ambient temperature at the dispenser and the pressure of the compressed gas within the cylinder, respectively. A mass flow meter is also provided for emitting a data signal to the control processor of the mass of compressed gas injected into the storage cylinder.

Abstract: A safety shut-off system especially adapted for propane delivery trucks and the like utilizes a pressure differential switch to immediately close the outlet valve of the cargo tank in the event that the differential between an initial reference pressure in the system and the current delivery pressure becomes high enough. When the delivery process is started, both sides of the pressure differential switch are simultaneously exposed to the delivery pressure so that the switch remains in a standby condition. As the delivery pressure becomes stabilized, a timer closes a trapping valve on the high pressure side of the pressure differential switch, trapping a quantity of fluid against the high pressure side of the switch to comprise a reference pressure.

Abstract: A closure device (4) and a method for sealing an opening of a vessel (6), while providing access to the interior of the vessel. The device also provides a method for automatically releasing gas and/or toxic vapor from the sealed vessel to protect the operator from harmful vapor without requiring the operator to manually actuate a valve or other mechanism prior to removing the vessel from the closure device. In addition, the device provides a method for pressurizing the interior of the vessel while maintaining a pressure seal against the vessel opening and a method for cannulating the vessel without overpressurizing the vessel interior.

Abstract: A system and method for the delivery of cryogenic fluid, more particularly a cryogenic fuel, such as, for example, but not limited to an liquified natural gas (LNG), to a cryogenic fluid using source, and more particularly an LNG fuel source, and even more particularly an LNG fuel-operated engine. The system includes a source of a cryogenic fluid, more particularly an underground tank and with a liquid level within the underground tank source. The system includes a delivery pump to deliver cryogenic fluid from the underground tank source, to a cryogenic using source, typically an LNG fuel source above the underground tank source, with the pump located below the liquid level of the cryogenic fluid in the cryogenic fluid fuel tank.

Abstract: A container having a mixture of one part of a two-part epoxy adhesive with a plurality of glass beads pre-mixed therein. The concentration of beads in the final mixture as applied to the joint to be bonded is in the range of about 5% to about 20% by weight, with the beads having a diameter in the range of 0.003 to about 0.030 inches. The mixture is capable of being pumped from the container and applied to a member for forming a hem flange joint with another member. The adhesive/glass beads mixture finds particular utility to help prevent excess squeeze out and promote reliable bonds in processes in which an inner and outer panel of an exterior automotive closure member are joined together by way of a hem flange.

Abstract: A pressure reduction valve 2 includes a piston 12, a pressure regulating sub-chamber 50 and a movable means, preferably in the form of a second piston 12', which is activated by a filling nozzle 70 to prevent the flow of fluid between an inlet 8 and the regulating sub-chamber 50 thereby to allow the flow of fluid through the valve between an outlet 10 and an inlet 8. This allows a cylinder to be filled whilst the pressure reduction valve 2 is in situ.

Abstract: An ink supply container for an ink-jet printer is provided with a main reservoir, which is typically maintained at ambient pressure. The main reservoir is coupled to a variable volume chamber via a one-way valve which allows the flow of ink from the reservoir to the chamber and prevents the flow of ink from the chamber to the reservoir. The chamber is coupled to a fluid outlet which is normally closed to prevent the flow of ink. A fill port is provided for directing ink into the reservoir to fill the reservoir. The apparatus and method for filling the ink container includes a nozzle that seals around the fill port and that has valved fluid lines connected thereto for evacuating the container prior to filling and for directing ink into the evacuated reservoir. The nozzle surrounds a plug that is moved to seal the port while the nozzle is still sealed around the port immediately after the container is filled.

Abstract: A highly reliable digital level sensor assembly is provided to replace optical and capacitance type sensors in high purity chemical delivery systems. The digital level sensor assembly is particularly useful in bulk chemical refill delivery systems for high purity chemicals employing a manifold that ensures contamination free operation and canister change outs with a minimum of valves and tubing.

Abstract: A system for delivering natural gas, from a moveable transport or pipeline, is off-loaded at an automotive re-fueling station, or other end-user facility, into one or more storage vessels equipped with internal flexible bladders. The pressure of the gas, stored inside the bladders, will be increased to levels sufficient for re-filling automotive on-board storage tanks, or other end uses, by pumping a hydraulic fluid in the annulus between the bladder and the walls of the steel storage vessels, thereby collapsing the flexible bladder and squeezing gas out to an on-board storage tank. The use of a hydraulic pump, instead of a more-expensive compressor, to pressurize the gas, results in significant cost savings which reduces the overall cost of CNG at the station, making CNG (the "preferred alternative fuel") less expensive than gasoline and/or diesel, which will enable CNG to replace gasoline and/or diesel as the primary fuel for automobiles, trucks, and busses.

Abstract: A dispensing device for dispensing pressurized gas from a canister includes a first, outer valve having a valve body disposed within a chamber of a housing and an annular valve stem extending away from the valve body through an opening of a formation of the canister. The outer valve is movable between an open position in which fluid communication between the interior region of the canister and a chamber of the outer valve body is achieved, and a closed position. A spring is provided for biasing the outer valve to its closed position. A second, inner valve is disposed within the outer valve, the inner valve having a valve member and a valve stem extending away from the valve member. The valve stem of the inner valve is disposed within the valve stem of the outer valve and extends coaxially therewith.

Abstract: A method and system for charging a container with a pressurized gaseous fuel. The gaseous fuel is transferred from a gas supply through a heat exchanger to a fueling dispenser. The gaseous fuel is cooled as a function of one or both of a fueling station pressure availability or a container pressure rating. This method and system ensure that a pressurized gas cylinder can be completely charged regardless of the ambient temperature.

Abstract: A container (2) for a liquid anaesthetic agent for supplying the agent to an anaesthetic vaporiser comprises a reservoir for the liquid agent, a valve (6) which, when closed, prevents the flow of the liquid agent from the reservoir, a tubular outlet (10) through which the liquid can leave the reservoir when the valve is open. An O-ring (20) at the free end of the conduit provides a sealing surface for forming a seal with a corresponding sealing surface provided at an inlet to a vaporiser to which the anaesthetic agent is to be supplied. A flange (22) engages a guide on the vaporiser, to retain the container in contact with the vaporiser.

Abstract: A non-venting hazardous material liquid dispensing system (25) includes a removable supply vessel (7) coupled to a gas source (1) and a permanent buffer vessel (11). The permanent buffer vessel (11) is additionally coupled through a suction pump (14) to the removable supply vessel (7). The suction pump (14) suctions pressure off the permanent supply vessel (11), transferring the pressure to removable supply vessel (7). The transfer of pressure causes hazardous material liquid (34) to be drawn from the removable supply vessel (7) into permanent buffer vessel (11). The permanent buffer vessel (11) dispenses hazardous material liquid (34) to a process tool.

Abstract: A thermoplastic closure for a fluid container which has a flexible needle-like dispensing extension continuous with and extending from the base and ending at a tip wherein the extension has an internal cylindrical cavity with an interior aperture positioned within the base and an exterior aperture positioned at the tip. The flexible, needle-like extension facilitates ease in refilling reservoirs such as ink-jet cartridges and facilitates control over the rate of flow of the ink from the container into the reservoir.

Abstract: A system for delivering natural gas, from a pipeline, is loaded onto a movable transport by flowing the gas into multiple pressure vessels equipped with internal flexible bladders which will contain the gas until the pressure in the vessels equalize with the pressure in the pipeline. At that time, the transport will be moved to a compressed natural gas (CNG) re-fueling station. At the re-fueling station, the multiple pressure vessels will be connected to an un-loading conduit leading to the storage facilities. The natural gas will be un-loaded by pressure differential until pressures equalize, then pressurized hydraulic fluid will be pumped into the annulus between the bladder and the steel walls of the pressure vessel which will deflate the bladder and squeeze the remaining gas out of the bladder to storage. The transport is then disconnected from the un-loading facilities and returned to the pipeline for re-filling with natural gas.

Abstract: A highly reliable digital level sensor assembly is provided to replace optical and capacitance type sensors in high purity chemical delivery systems. The digital level sensor assembly is particularly useful in bulk chemical refill delivery systems for high purity chemicals employing a manifold that ensures contamination free operation and canister change outs with a minimum of valves and tubing.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for pressurizing liquid contained within a single, food-grade container or a series of such containers from an external source of gas, and for drafting liquid from the container (s). CO.sub.2 may be used to carbonate liquids such as beer or soft drinks, or alternatively air or inert gases may be used in conjunction with non-carbonated liquids such as wine.According to a preferred embodiment the disclosed apparatus, which may be used with a single container or each one of a series of containers, comprises a cap screwed onto the container neck and a nipple assembly attached to the neck via the cap. The nipple assembly includes a body section and a plurality of nipples attached thereto. Each nipple has an outer portion protruding externally of the container, an inner portion disposed within the container and an interior flow passage extending through both portions. An annular seal is disposed so as to prevent fluid leakage between the body section and the container neck.

Abstract: An implantable drug infusion pump filling system includes a filling syringe, a pressure control valve, a filling tube, and an implantable drug infusion pump. The pressure of the drug or agent loaded into the pump is prevented from exceeding a selected maximum pressure by the pressure control valve. The pressure control valve comprises a valve body that has an inlet passage coupled to the filling syringe, an internal chamber, and a discharge passage coupled to the pump. The inlet passage, the internal chamber, and the discharge passage form a flow passage for the flow of the drug. A mandrel is slidably disposed in the valve body. The mandrel is coupled to a flexible membrane, which is, in turn, coupled to a biasing member. When the pressure of the drug or agent acting on the flexible membrane exceeds the spring constant of the biasing member, the mandrel moves to a closed position, shutting off the flow passage.

Abstract: A system for the automatic filling of cryogenic containers such as fuel tanks. A cryogenic fluid having a vapor phase at positive pressure is removed by a control mechanism and transported to a primary storage tank through a single phase transport line. When the pressure in the fuel tank is reduced to an acceptable level, liquid cryogen is automatically pumped from the primary storage container to the fuel tank through the same single phase transport line.

Abstract: A highly reliable digital level sensor assembly is provided to replace optical and capacitance type sensors in high purity chemical delivery systems. The digital level sensor assembly is particularly useful in bulk chemical refill delivery systems for high purity chemicals employing a manifold that ensures contamination free operation and canister change outs with a minimum of valves and tubing.

Abstract: A generally cylindrical body supports an outlet tube on which is mounted a resilient annular sealing member adapted to be inserted into the tubular inlet fitting of a liquid coolant system. The body also supports a set of arcuate collar sections which surround the sealing member and are cammed inwardly for gripping external threads on the inlet fitting in response to axial movement of a first air actuated annular piston surrounding the outlet tube. The sealing member is expanded radially outwardly into sealing engagement with the inlet fitting in response to axial movement of a second air actuated annular piston confined between the outlet tube and the first piston. A tubular valve member is supported for axial movement within the body in alignment with the outlet tube and moves in response to a third air actuated annular piston for selectively connecting the passage within the outlet tube to a suction passage for evacuating the coolant system and then to a liquid supply passage for filling the system.

Abstract: An apparatus and system for the fast-filling of cylinders for natural gas powered vehicles, employing a simplified physical arrangement and an improved control method to obtain maximum safe filling of the cylinders, which takes into account the presence of residual gas in the cylinders.

Abstract: A device for carbonating liquid refreshments whereby a high degree of saturation can be obtained with a single application because the entire mechanism, including an easily clamped on drink bottle and carbon dioxide (CO.sub.2) canister, may be easily shaken while pressurized CO.sub.2 is being applied to liquid in the drink bottle.

Abstract: A self contained braathing apparatus (SCBA) has a fill valve for filling the air tank while a user is wearing the SCBA. An SCBA conventionally has a pressure gauge or other apparatus on a hose that extends around generally to the front of the user, and this apparatus is provided with a quick disconnect valve as a tank fill valve. Such appratus must include a flow limiting orifice, and the present invention includes a check valve in parallel with the orifice so a substantial air flow can be obtained in one direction while the flow in the opposite direction is limited to the safety-mandated small flow.

Abstract: In a spare bottle for an ink refilling of piston-type fountain pens or of writing implements fitted with an ink reservoir and an ink conducting system, in which refilling container (10) is provided with an attachment (13) having a substantially cylindrical docking section for the fluid-tight accommodation of a connecting piece to a refillable writing fluid chamber, more particularly for the accommodation of a terminal section of a piston-type fountain pen (14) facing the nib or a refillable ink cartridge (15) and can be closed by means of a cap portion (12) with the aid of a screwed, plugged or clipped connection, the docking section (13) further possessing a sealing collar for engaging into the neck of the refilling container (10), which is comprised of soft, elastic plastic.

Abstract: An apparatus for rapidly refilling a dry wall cement dispensing tool from a dry wall cement-filled bucket containing a thick-walled, heavy, metal pump tube for submerging into the dry wall cement contained therein, all of a weight to provide the pump tube with a low center of gravity when set in the bucket of dry wall cement, a cement-moving piston attached to the pump rod for reciprocal motion inside the pump tube, a thin-walled, light weight transfer device lighter in weight than the pump tube, extending outward from the aperture top end of the pump tube and in hydraulic communication therewith including a nozzle device for conveying the cement from the heavy pump tube into the cement dispensing tool, and a thin-walled, light weight pneumatic rectilinear reciprocating device lighter in weight than the pump tube, mounted above the tube of a size easily balanced by hand, interconnected the pump rod and including an actuation valve, for sequentially and rapidly raising and lowering the piston in the heavy pump

Abstract: A plastic filler insert for use with (i) a writing instrument having a converter device including (a) a piston-cylinder unit adapted to receive and dispense writing fluid and (b) an aspirating connector, and (ii) a writing fluid container (1) having a cylindrical neck opening (2), which can be closed off with a cap. The filler insert permits refilling, from the container, of the writing instrument. The filler insert includes a closure plate (3) having a sealing edge (4). The sealing edge (4) is configured to be seated on a rim of the cylindrical neck opening (2) of the writing fluid container (1). The closure plate includes a receiving connector (6) formed on the bottom (5) of the closure plate (3). The receiving connector (6) has a cylindrical receiving opening (7), is open toward the outside, and extends into the interior of the container (1).

Abstract: A system for providing a constant supply of chilled fluid that includes a refrigerator cabinet having a refrigerated food storage area and a door. A serving vessel is removably located within the refrigerated food storage area. Fluid stored in the serving vessel is chilled while the serving vessel is in the refrigerated food storage area. The serving vessel also permits the fluid to be conveniently transported outside the refrigerated food storage area. A fluid supply system provides the fluid to the serving vessel via a dispenser located in the food storage area in response to outputs from devices that sense whether the door is closed, whether the serving vessel is at a specific location in the food storage area, and whether the amount of fluid is below a predetermined amount.

Abstract: The invention relates to devices for transferring, without the risk of contamination, products flowing out under gravity from an upper receptacle (1) or pipe (43) towards a lower receptacle (1) or pipe (16).The device [according to the invention] includes a hermetic enclosure (19, 45) covering the orifice (18, 44) of one of the receptacles or pipes (16, 43), it being possible for the mouth of the orifice (5, 11) of the other receptacle (1) or pipe to be inserted therein, this other receptacle (1) or pipe [includes closing-off means]including a flange (10, 14) capable of closing the enclosure (19, 45) when the mouth of the other receptacle is inserted therein so that a flow of inert gas can be driven through the inside volume of the hermetic enclosure (19, 14) preventing cross-contamination between the content of the receptacle (1) or pipe (43) and the ambient atmosphere.

Abstract: A membrane closure which prevents spillage during installation of a water bottle onto a dispenser. The membrane closure provides a water tight seal which is opened after the water bottle is installed by generating a hydraulic shock wave within the bottle. The first embodiment of the membrane seal is folded multiple times then unfolds when subjected to a hydraulic shock wave. The second embodiment has a frangible membrane seal which bursts when subjected to a hydraulic shock wave. The membrane may be weakened along a desired rupture pattern. The third embodiment has a membrane seal attached to the water bottle with two different adhesives, a releasable adhesive which releases when the shock wave is initiated, and a permanent adhesive that prevents the seal from completely detaching from the water bottle. Three methods are presented for generating the hydraulic shock wave to open the membrane seal. In the first method, the water bottle is positioned just above the water dispenser and lowered rapidly.

Abstract: An injection pen apparatus (30) for medicament injection including a medicament cartridge assembly (31) formed to receive and contain a medicament therein. A holding sleeve (34) is provided which is dimensioned to receive the medicament cartridge assembly (31) therein which mates with a solution transfer device (35) including an axially movable displacement rod (36). The injection pen apparatus (30) further includes a coupling mechanism (37) removably coupling the solution transfer device (35) to both a plunger (32) slidably movable in the cartridge (33) and to the holding sleeve (34). A sleeve mounting assembly (40) of the coupling mechanism (37) removably mounts the coupling mechanism to the holding sleeve (34).

Abstract: An improved fluid container for the transport, collection, and dispensing of a sample fluid that maintains the fluid integrity relative to the conditions of the location at which it is taken. More specifically, the invention is a fluid sample transport container that utilizes a fitment for both penetrating and sealing a storage container under controlled conditions. Additionally, the invention allows for the periodic withdrawal of portions of the sample fluid without contamination or intermixing from the environment surrounding the sample container.