Abstract: A cartridge loader is provided. The cartridge loader can include a loader body, a top loader bay slidingly engaged to the loader body, and a bottom loader bay slidingly engaged to the loader body. The cartridge loader can further include a cleaning assembly coupled to the loader body. The cartridge loader can be manipulated from a first configuration to a second configuration, such that when in the first configuration, the cartridge loader can receive a cartridge shield containing a cartridge therein, and when in the second configuration, if no cartridge shield is received, the cleaning assembly is configured to disinfect the cartridge loader.

Abstract: A dual needle assembly comprising a housing comprising a first sterility filter, and a second sterility filter, a first needle for transporting a liquid comprising a first end coupled to the housing; and a second end extending from the housing, a second needle for transporting a stream of air comprising a third end coupled to the housing, and a fourth end extending from the housing. The first sterility filter is in-line with the first needle, such that the liquid transported via the first needle passes through the first sterility filter. The second sterility filter is in-line with the second needle, such that the stream of air transported via the second needle passes through the second sterility filter. The first sterility filter can be a fluid filter. The second sterility filter can be an air filter.

Abstract: A UV port disinfection system and method is disclosed. The UV port disinfection system can include a UV light source, a UV arm, and a UV arm pivoting axis, wherein the UV light source is connected to the UV arm, and wherein the UV arm is located on the UV arm pivoting axis and is rotatable on the axis to allow the UV arm to extend to one or more fluid input ports. Further, when the arm is over said fluid input port, said UV light source activates and emits UV light which disinfects said port. In a further embodiment, the UV port disinfection system can include a controller. A method for UV port disinfection is also disclosed.

Abstract: A paint application device having a head pivotally connected to a handle which may be rotated as desired and locked when necessary.