Abstract: A container with tear-opening device particularly suitable for single-dose containers, obtained by the injection of thermoplastic material in opposite molds, and consisting of a closure membrane having a particularly thin tear surface as to constitute a preferential rupture zone, having a section thermically calibrated by the shrinking (on cooling after injection). A process for obtaining said containers is also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: A vial-syringe and method for filling same is disclosed. The vial-syringe comprises a cylindrical container having on one side a narrow neck, preferably also of cylindrical configuration, forming a shoulder for a piston and guide for the operating stem of the piston. At its other end the container is closed by a membrane or diaphragm pierceable by a needle having opposite points or tips. The method comprises the steps of introducing the piston until reaching and abutting the zone where the container neck is provided, then filling up the container with a medicine or drug, and finally tight sealing the container by means of a membrane which is force fitted or secured by a metal cap.

Abstract: A control device for vial filling machines is disclosed. The device comprising a reciprocating slide carrying a plurality of sensors, and wherein a suitable member is provided for the removal of vials where such are presented in an unopened condition at a proper filling station in the apparatus.