Abstract: Provided is a closed fluid distribution system with manifold devices for aseptically distributing fluids in conduits from a controlled atmosphere zone for production of the fluids to collapsible storage containers located outside the zone. The manifold device facilitates filling of a plurality of containers with one or several compartments. The invention is especially advantageous when regarding that the system can be used for aseptically filling both one-, two- or three-compartment containers for storage, with possibilities of switching between the types of containers.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 19, 1995
Date of Patent:
December 30, 1997
Assignee:
Pharmacia & Upjohn Aktiebolag
Inventors:
Yves Bourboulou, Micheline Boucheteil, Celine Philippon, Jean Tronchet