EP2043476B1 - Schraubkappenpackung für kontaktlinse - Google Patents
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- EP2043476B1 EP2043476B1 EP06800075A EP06800075A EP2043476B1 EP 2043476 B1 EP2043476 B1 EP 2043476B1 EP 06800075 A EP06800075 A EP 06800075A EP 06800075 A EP06800075 A EP 06800075A EP 2043476 B1 EP2043476 B1 EP 2043476B1
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- contact lens
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
- A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
- A45C11/005—Contact lens cases
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
- A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
- A45C13/10—Arrangement of fasteners
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
- A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
- A45C13/34—Stays or supports for holding lids or covers open
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
- B65D2585/00—Containers, packaging elements or packages specially adapted for particular articles or materials
- B65D2585/54—Containers, packaging elements or packages specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles of special shape not otherwise provided for
- B65D2585/545—Contact lenses
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- the present invention relates to a contact lens package and, more particularly, to a screw cap package adapted for improved accessibility.
- contact lenses have been packaged in blister packs.
- Each blister pack is equipped with a single lens and has a concave-shaped receptacle for receiving the lens and a cover removable attached to the receptacle for enclosing the lens in the receptacle.
- conventional blister packs provide a convenient means for shipping and storing contact lenses, they are not designed to consistently provide easy access to the contact lenses.
- Such a contact lenses package is known from EP223581 . Accordingly, there is a need for a contact lens package that consistently provides easy accessibility to the contact lens enclosed therein.
- the present invention overcomes the disadvantages and shortcomings of the prior art discussed above by providing a new and improved contact lens package which includes a holder having a receptacle formed in one end of the holder, the receptacle being sized and shaped so as to hold a contact lens.
- the package also includes a cap attached to the holder such that the cap is movable from the end of the holder where the receptacle is formed toward an opposite end thereof.
- the cap has a seal positioned adjacent the end of the holder where the receptacle is formed for sealing the contact lens within the receptacle.
- the cap is movable from a first position, in which the cap is proximal to the end of the holder where the receptacle is formed, to a second position, in which the cap is intermediate the ends of the holder. As the cap moves from its first position to its second position, the end of the holder where the receptacle is formed ruptures the seal.
- FIGS. 1-5 show a screw cap package 10 (or contact lens package) which includes a holder 12 and a screw cap 14 adapted to be moveable relative to the holder 12.
- the holder 12 has a main section 16 and a base 18 attached to the main section 16.
- the main section 16 of the holder 12 has a series of external threads 20 adapted to mate with the screw cap 14 for purposes to be discussed hereinafter.
- the main section 16 of the holder 12 includes an annular rim 22, an opening 24 and a concave-shaped receptacle 26, all of which are formed in one end of the holder 12.
- the receptacle 26 is sized and shaped so as to receive a contact lens 28 and a conventional contact lens solution 30 (see FIGS. 4 and 5 ), such as saline solution, for maintaining the contact lens 28 in a hydrated state.
- the holder 12 has an internal bore 32 (see FIGS. 4 and 5 ) formed within an opposite end 34 of the holder 12. Alternatively, the holder 12 can be completely solid.
- the screw cap 14 includes a cylindrically-shaped external wall 36 having an annular edge 38 and a center opening 40 (see FIG. 3 ).
- the external wall 36 has a plurality of longitudinally extending grooves 42 spaced along an outer surface thereof.
- the grooves 42 are designed for allowing a user to attain a firm grip on the screw cap 14 and to make it easier to rotate the screw cap 14.
- a breakable seal 44 is affixed to the annular edge 38 of the screw cap 14 so as to cover the center opening 40.
- the seal 44 can be made from any suitable material (e.g., a clear high barrier polymer laminate or a clear high barrier coextrusion) adapted to provide a reliable liquid-tight seal and to break in response to the application of a predetermined force.
- the screw cap 14 also includes a series of internal threads 46 adapted to threadedly engage and mate with the external threads 20 on the main section 16 of the holder 12.
- the internal threads 46 and the external threads 20 cooperate with each other so as to allow the screw cap 14 to be securely connected to the holder 12 and also to allow relative movement between the screw cap 14 and the holder 12, as the screw cap 14 is rotated relative to the holder 12.
- the screw cap 14 is attached to the holder 12 such that the internal threads 46 of the screw cap 14 mate with the external threads 20 of the holder 12 and the breakable seal 44 is positioned above the opening 24 of the holder 12.
- the seal 44 of the screw cap 14 covers the receptacle 26 formed in the opening 24 of the holder 12 to thereby enclose and seal the contact lens 28 stored within the receptacle 26.
- the screw cap package 10 is assembled and delivered to the user in this closed position, as shown in FIG. 1 .
- the screw cap package 10 is opened as follows. A user grips the screw cap 14 with his or her fingers and then rotates the screw cap 14 relative to the holder 12. In this manner, the screw cap 14 is screwed (threaded) down over the holder 12. As a result, the breakable seal 44 on the screw cap 14 is forced against the annular rim 22 of the holder 12, thereby rupturing the seal 44 so as to expose the contact lens 28 (see FIG. 2 ) stored within the receptacle 26. The contact lens 28 can then be removed from the screw cap package 10.
- the present invention provides a number of advantages and benefits.
- the present invention provides a screw cap package 10 adapted for improved accessibility.
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Claims (14)
- Packung (10) für Kontaktlinsen, die einen Halter (12) mit einem in einem Ende des Halters gebildeten Behältnis, das so bemessen und gestaltet ist, dass es eine Kontaktlinse aufnimmt, und eine Kappe (14) umfasst, die so am Halter angebracht ist, dass sie bezüglich des Halters beweglich ist, die eine neben dem einen Ende des Halters positionierte Dichtung (44) zum Abdichten einer Kontaktlinse in dem Behältnis hat und die aus einer ersten Position, in der die Kappe zu dem einen Ende des Halters proximal ist, in eine zweite Position beweglich ist, in der die Kappe zwischen dem einen Ende des Halters und einem gegenüberliegenden Ende davon liegt, wobei das eine Ende des Halters die Dichtung (44) durchbricht, wenn sich die Kappe aus ihrer ersten Position in ihre zweite Position bewegt.
- Packung (10) für Kontaktlinsen, die einen Halter (12) mit einem in einem Ende des Halters gebildeten Behältnis, eine Kontaktlinse, die zusammen mit einer vorbestimmten Menge an Kontaktlinsenlösung in dem Behältnis gelagert ist, und eine Kappe (14) umfasst, die so am Halter angebracht ist, dass sie bezüglich des Halters beweglich ist, die eine neben dem einen Ende des Halters positionierte Dichtung (44) zum Abdichten der Kontaktlinse in dem Behältnis hat und die aus einer ersten Position, in der die Kappe zu dem einen Ende des Halters proximal ist, in eine zweite Position beweglich ist, in der die Kappe zwischen dem einen Ende des Halters und einem gegenüberliegenden Ende davon liegt, wobei das eine Ende des Halters die Dichtung (44) durchbricht, wenn sich die Kappe aus ihrer ersten Position in ihre zweite Position bewegt.
- Packung nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, wobei der Halter ein Außengewinde aufweist.
- Packung nach Anspruch 3, wobei die Kappe ein Innengewinde aufweist, das geeignet ist, mit dem Au-ßengewinde des Halters gewindemäßig zusammenzupassen.
- Packung nach Anspruch 4, wobei das Außengewinde des Halters und das Innengewinde der Kappe zusammenwirken, damit die Kappe mit dem Halter verbunden werden kann.
- Packung nach Anspruch 5, wobei das Außengewinde des Halters und das Innengewinde der Kappe zusammenwirken, um beim Drehen der Schraubkappe bezüglich des Halters eine Relativbewegung zwischen dem Halter und der Kappe zu gestatten.
- Packung nach Anspruch 6, wenn dieser von Anspruch 1 abhängig ist, wobei der Halter in seinem gegenüberliegenden Ende eine Innenbohrung hat.
- Packung nach Anspruch 7, wobei das eine Ende des Halters einen ringförmigen Rand neben dem Behältnis aufweist.
- Packung nach Anspruch 6 oder 8, wobei die Kappe ein Greifmittel zum Ergreifen und Drehen der Kappe aufweist.
- Packung nach Anspruch 9, wobei das Greifmittel mehrere sich in Längsrichtung erstreckende und in der Kappe gebildete Nuten aufweist.
- Packung nach Anspruch 10, wobei der Halter in seinem gegenüberliegenden Ende eine Innenbohrung hat.
- Packung nach Anspruch 10, wenn dieser von Anspruch 8 abhängig ist, wobei die Kappe eine ringförmige Kante aufweist, die die Dichtung stützt.
- Packung nach Anspruch 12, wobei die Dichtung aus einem klaren Hochbarriere-Polymerlaminat hergestellt ist.
- Packung nach Anspruch 12, wobei die Dichtung aus einem klaren Hochbarriere-Coextrudat hergestellt ist.
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
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PCT/US2006/027469 WO2008008073A1 (en) | 2006-07-14 | 2006-07-14 | Screw cap package for contact lens |
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EP2043476A1 EP2043476A1 (de) | 2009-04-08 |
EP2043476B1 true EP2043476B1 (de) | 2012-03-28 |
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EP06800075A Expired - Fee Related EP2043476B1 (de) | 2006-07-14 | 2006-07-14 | Schraubkappenpackung für kontaktlinse |
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EP (1) | EP2043476B1 (de) |
JP (1) | JP4790845B2 (de) |
KR (1) | KR101262072B1 (de) |
CN (1) | CN101484037B (de) |
AU (1) | AU2006346065B2 (de) |
BR (1) | BRPI0621869B1 (de) |
CA (1) | CA2657564C (de) |
HK (1) | HK1135860A1 (de) |
WO (1) | WO2008008073A1 (de) |
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US20150366311A1 (en) * | 2014-06-19 | 2015-12-24 | Coopervision International Holding Company, Lp | Protection of Contact Lenses from Microbial Contamination Caused by Handling |
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BR8605676A (pt) * | 1985-11-18 | 1987-08-18 | Johnson & Johnson | Embalagem tipo bolha para lentes de contato hidrofilas |
JP3938960B2 (ja) * | 1996-12-05 | 2007-06-27 | 日本クラウンコルク株式会社 | 複合キャップ |
US5954233A (en) * | 1998-07-28 | 1999-09-21 | Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | Sealed container |
JP4588149B2 (ja) * | 2000-02-01 | 2010-11-24 | 大成化工株式会社 | キャップ型結合封止具と容器との組合せ体 |
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- 2006-07-14 CN CN2006800553516A patent/CN101484037B/zh not_active Expired - Fee Related
- 2006-07-14 KR KR1020097002944A patent/KR101262072B1/ko active IP Right Grant
- 2006-07-14 BR BRPI0621869-5A patent/BRPI0621869B1/pt not_active IP Right Cessation
- 2006-07-14 EP EP06800075A patent/EP2043476B1/de not_active Expired - Fee Related
- 2006-07-14 JP JP2009519423A patent/JP4790845B2/ja not_active Expired - Fee Related
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CA2657564C (en) | 2013-12-17 |
WO2008008073A1 (en) | 2008-01-17 |
CN101484037B (zh) | 2011-08-31 |
HK1135860A1 (en) | 2010-06-18 |
CN101484037A (zh) | 2009-07-15 |
EP2043476A1 (de) | 2009-04-08 |
BRPI0621869B1 (pt) | 2017-10-24 |
AU2006346065B2 (en) | 2012-07-12 |
BRPI0621869A2 (pt) | 2011-12-20 |
AU2006346065A1 (en) | 2008-01-17 |
KR20090042914A (ko) | 2009-05-04 |
JP2009543735A (ja) | 2009-12-10 |
CA2657564A1 (en) | 2008-01-17 |
JP4790845B2 (ja) | 2011-10-12 |
KR101262072B1 (ko) | 2013-05-08 |
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