EP3297597B1 - Dispositif de mélangeage - Google Patents

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EP3297597B1
EP3297597B1 EP16731392.3A EP16731392A EP3297597B1 EP 3297597 B1 EP3297597 B1 EP 3297597B1 EP 16731392 A EP16731392 A EP 16731392A EP 3297597 B1 EP3297597 B1 EP 3297597B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61J—CONTAINERS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR MEDICAL OR PHARMACEUTICAL PURPOSES; DEVICES OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR BRINGING PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS INTO PARTICULAR PHYSICAL OR ADMINISTERING FORMS; DEVICES FOR ADMINISTERING FOOD OR MEDICINES ORALLY; BABY COMFORTERS; DEVICES FOR RECEIVING SPITTLE
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  • the presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to devices, systems, software, kits, and methods for preparing admixtures of various fluids, such as pharmaceuticals, assays, nutritional fluids, chemicals, and other fluids, for administration to human, animal, plant, mechanical/electrical/chemical/nuclear systems, or other users.
  • various fluids such as pharmaceuticals, assays, nutritional fluids, chemicals, and other fluids
  • the disclosed subject matter can relate to devices, systems, software, kits and methods in which a plurality of parenteral ingredients are mixed or compounded together for delivery to a patient or user via an infusion or intravenous bag (e.g., for intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, epidural, or other transmission).
  • compounding devices can be used to produce pooled bags, for example, that include certain fluids that are needed for either a number of patients or for the same patient for a number of days or a number of administrations.
  • the pooled bag(s) can be used by including further specific compounding components, if any, either for a specific patient or for a specific timing for the same patient.
  • Gravimetric devices generally use a peristaltic pump mechanism combined with a weight scale or load cell to measure volume delivered. The volume delivered is calculated by dividing the weight delivered by the specific gravity of the ingredient. Gravimetric devices are not typically affected by running the source containers empty and delivering air into the final bag. These devices can be calibrated by using a reference weight for each ingredient. For example, the device's load cell can be calibrated using a reference mass on the load cell, and individual amounts of fluid dispensed measured by the load cell can be corrected based on the specific gravity of the fluid being dispensed.
  • PN parenteral mixtures
  • TPN total parenteral nutritional mixtures
  • TAA total nutritional admixtures
  • a single pump or a plurality of pumps may be provided which, under the control of a controller, pump the selected solutions into a final container, for example, a receiving bag.
  • the receiving bag is typically set on a load cell while being filled so that it can be weighed to ensure that the correct amount of solution is prepared. Once the bag has been filled, it can be released from the compounding device and, in this exemplary embodiment, can be used as a reservoir for intravenous infusion to a patient.
  • Compounding devices are typically designed for operation in aseptic conditions when compounding pharmaceutical or neutraceutical ingredients.
  • compounding devices can be used to compound fluids and/or drugs in support of chemotherapy, cardioplegia, therapies involving the administration of antibiotics and/or blood products therapies, and in biotechnology processing, including diagnostic solution preparation and solution preparation for cellular and molecular process development.
  • compounding devices can be used to compound fluids outside the medical field.
  • a compounding device for compounding fluids is disclosed in US 5,040,699 A . Therein, fluids are transferred from several supply containers into a single receiving container. Thereby, each of the supply containers is connected to a corresponding peristaltic pump, which cause the fluids to flow.
  • WO/9825570 A1 a compounding assembly for nutritional fluids is disclosed.
  • These nutritional fluids are stored in a plurality of individual source containers and are transferred via a pump acting on at least one of the fluids through a transfer set into a receiving container.
  • a pump acting on at least one of the fluids through a transfer set into a receiving container.
  • Another example of a compounding device for medical use is disclosed in US 5,431,202 A , wherein a plurality of supply containers is connected to pumps associated with each supply container to transfer fluids from the supply containers to a receiving container.
  • a compounding device as further disclosed in claim 1, system, method, kit or software that operates more efficiently, improves set up time, and reduces downtime when an ingredient runs out and needs replacement, and which provides an aesthetically pleasing and intuitively operational structure, method of set up and use, and an associated usable, efficient and aesthetically pleasing computer interface.
  • Certain embodiments of the disclosed subject matter also increase accuracy at small dispensed volumes, provide a form factor that promotes easier cleaning/disinfecting to maintain aseptic conditions, and also prevent errors, especially in transfer set/fluid path connections.
  • a compounding system for mixing materials from at least two distinct material sources can include a pump system including a first pump and a second pump, and a transfer set configured to be connected to the pump system, wherein the transfer set includes a first fluid line and a second fluid line, and the first fluid line is in fluid isolation from the second fluid line, and the first pump has a first volumetric flow rate and the second pump has a second volumetric flow rate, where the first volumetric flow rate is different from the second volumetric flow rate.
  • a compounding device for mixing materials from at least two distinct material sources can include a pump system including a first pump and a second pump, the pump system configured to selectively pump fluid from the at least two distinct material sources to a final container via a first fluid line and a second fluid line, and a controller configured to control at least one of volume and speed of the fluid being pumped by the pump system, wherein the controller is configured to cause the first pump to operate concurrently with the second pump and such that at least one of volume and speed of fluid being pumped via the first pump is different from a respective one of at least volume and speed of fluid being pumped via the second pump while the first pump and second pump are concurrently operated.
  • Figs. 1 and 2B are two different perspective views of an exemplary embodiment of a compounding system 1 made in accordance with principles of the disclosed subject matter, with safety lids which are also hereinafter referred to as a sensor bridge cover 10f and a pump cover 10g in a closed position and opened position, respectively.
  • the system 1 can be used to compound or combine various fluids from small or large containers 4a, 4b and consolidate the fluids into a single/final container, such as an intravenous fluid bag 80, for delivery to a human or animal patient, or to a lab for diagnostics, or to a storage facility for later sales or use.
  • the system 1 can include a plurality of small supply containers 4a and large supply containers 4b each attached to an ingredient frame 3, a housing 10 having at least one pump (41, 42) (See Fig. 3A ), a transfer set 2 (See Fig. 2A ) that is selectively connectable to the housing 10 and that includes a manifold 20 attached to a plurality of micro input lines 2011, macro lines 2021, a controller connection 90, a controller 2900, and a discharge tray 70 in which a final container, such as IV fluid bag 80, can rest while connected to an output line(s) of the transfer set 2.
  • the transfer set 2 is intended to be a sterile, disposable item.
  • the transfer set 2 can be configured to create or compound many different mixtures or prescriptions into appropriate receiving bags 80 for a predetermined time or predetermined volume limit. Once the transfer set 2 reaches its predetermined time and/or volume limit, the set 2 can be disposed of and replaced by a new transfer set 2.
  • the transfer set 2 is a pharmacy tool that is to be used for a full compounding campaign, for example, for a 24hour compounding run in which prescriptions for multiple patients are filled during that time period.
  • the operator loads the various components of the transfer set 2 to the housing 10 of the compounding device 1.
  • the transfer set 2 (See Fig. 2A ) can be connected (or connectable) between the at least one input container (such as micro container(s) 4a and/or macro container(s) 4b) and the output container (such as an IV fluid bag 80) via a plurality of lines (for example, micro input line(s) 2011 and/or macro line(s) 2021).
  • the transfer set 2 can include a plurality of micro and macro lines 2011, 2021 extending therethrough, a manifold 20, a strain relief clip 33, a union junction 60 and an output line 2031.
  • the attached source containers i.e., 4a and 4b
  • the attached source containers can be linked in the controlling software to the specific lines 2011 or 2021 by linking the source container data on the bar code format located on tag 801 to the bar code (or other identification information) located on the attached line identification tag 802.
  • the software links established above determines which valve actuator 102a' or 102b' must be turned in order to introduce the required or intended source fluid into the compounded receiving bag 80.
  • the manifold 20 can be selectively connected to the housing 10 such that at least one valve 21a, 21b located in the manifold 20 can be aligned with a valve actuator 102a' and 102b' that can be incorporated in a stepper motor 102a, 102b located in the housing 10 (which will be described in more detail below).
  • the manifold 20 when installing the transfer set 2 onto housing 10, the manifold 20 is connected to a top left side of housing 10 within a shallow tray indent 10c in the upper surface of the housing 10.
  • the shallow tray 10c allows spilled fluids or leaks to run off the pump housing 10 in order to prevent ingress of the fluids to the internal electronics and mechanisms of the compounding system 1.
  • transfer set 2 and manifold 20 are not yet in position and are located above the housing 10 as if a user is starting the process of placing the transfer set 2 onto the housing 10 and preparing for use of the compounding system 1.
  • the transfer set 2 includes a manifold 20 that has two distinct channels: a first channel 24a that connects to a plurality of micro lines 2011 and/or macro lines 2021, and a second channel 24b that connects to a plurality of macro lines 2021.
  • first and second channels could each be connected solely to micro, macro, flex, or other types of lines, respectively, or could be connected to combinations of micro, macro, or other types of lines.
  • the first channel 24a and the second channel 24b are located in the manifold 20 and can be completely separate from each other (i.e., in fluid isolation from each other), such that no fluid from the first channel 24a mixes with fluid from the second channel 24b.
  • the color of the inlet lines can be different from the color of the outlet lines, and the lines can also have different surface textures either inside or outside of the tubing.
  • the texture on the inside could be configured to promote or prevent turbulence, depending on the application and location of the line.
  • a sensor structure 29 can be located in the manifold (See Figs. 7A and 7B ) and is configured to trip a sensor 2901 (See Fig. 15 ) located in the housing 10 that tells the system that the manifold 20 is in a correct/operational position.
  • the sensor 2901 can be configured to confirm the presence and gross positional information for the manifold 20, but not necessarily configured to confirm that the position is fully operational.
  • the sensor structure 29 can include a magnet 29m that goes into a housing 29h and provides a signal to (or actuates) the sensor 2901 in the housing 10 which indicates that manifold 20 and transfer set 2 are properly (i.e., securely) in place (See Fig. 7A ).
  • Software used with the system can be configured such that the compounder 1 will not operate/function when sensor 2901 does not sense or is not actuated by the magnet 29m (i.e., when the manifold 20 is not in proper position with respect to the housing 10).
  • a strain relief clip 33 can be seated onto the housing.
  • the strain relief clip can be pre-assembled and attached to both the micro line 2011 and macro line 2021. When installed, the strain relief can be placed to the right and immediately adjacent a sensor bridge 10e that forms a right wall of the shallow manifold tray indent 10c in which the manifold 20 is seated.
  • the strain relief clip 33 can be pre-assembled to the transfer set 2 to ensure ease of use by the end user.
  • Fig. 3D shows an exemplary next step of installing the transfer set 2, which includes connecting the union junction 60 to the housing by snapping clip locks 60f (see Figs. 10 and 11 ) located on the junction 60 to mating locks formed on an upper surface of the housing 10 and to the right of the pump 40.
  • the output line 2031 can be set within an output guide 18 (See Fig. 3A ) formed in an outer wall that defines a second shallow pump tray indent 10d in the upper surface of the housing in which the pump 40 is located.
  • micro line 2011 and macro line 2021 can be seated within the peristaltic pump 40.
  • the union junction 60 can also be snapped into place after installing the pump tubing around each rotor 41, 42.
  • micro line 2011 can be placed about the outer periphery of first rotor 41 and macro line 2021 can be placed about the outer periphery of second rotor 42. In this position, the micro line 2011 will be located between the first/micro rotor 41 and the first/micro platen 43a, and the macro line 2021 will be located between the second/macro rotor 42 and the second/macro platen 43b.
  • Fig. 3F shows an exemplary next step for connecting the transfer set 2 to the housing 10, which includes rotating the first/micro platen lock 44a clockwise to lock the platen 43a at its closed position relative to the first rotor 41, and rotating the second/macro platen lock 44b counter-clockwise to lock the second platen 43b at its closed position relative to the second rotor 42.
  • first/micro platen lock 44a clockwise to lock the platen 43a at its closed position relative to the first rotor 41
  • second/macro platen lock 44b counter-clockwise to lock the second platen 43b at its closed position relative to the second rotor 42.
  • the peristaltic forces will create a vacuum between the manifold channels 24a, 24b inside the micro lines 2011 or macro lines 2021 between the manifold 20 and the pump rotors 41, 42 possibly resulting in an occlusion of the affected line.
  • the occlusion will be detected as the wall of the micro lines 2011 and macro lines 2021 will partially collapse and this will be measured by the occlusion sensor within the sensor bridge 10e.
  • the occlusion sensor 33o can be an optical sensor, a force based sensor, pressure sensor, an ultrasonic sensor or other known sensor for determining whether an occlusion has occurred in the line.
  • an occlusion sensor 33o and a bubble sensor 33b can be incorporated into the sensor bridge 10e.
  • a combined sensor 33o/b or sensors 33o, 33b can be incorporated into the strain relief 33, or at other locations along the system 1, and can be integrated into the strain relief 33 or bridge 10e or can be separate and independent structures that are attached to the system 1.
  • Fig. 3G shows an exemplary final step in the setup of the system 1, in which the pump cover 10g is closed over the pump 40 to protect the pump 40 from contact with other devices/structures/persons and to protect the pump 40 and associated lines 2011, 2021 from contamination from dust, liquids, or other contaminants.
  • Each of the sensor cover 10f and pump cover 10g can include a magnet or other type of sensor or locking mechanism to ensure the covers are in place during operation of the system 1.
  • Fig. 3H depicts an exemplary embodiment of a platen lock 44a.
  • the platen lock 44a can be configured to rotate about a rotational axis and cause a cam 444 to come into resilient contact with the platen 43a.
  • the cam 444 can include a biasing member, such as, for example, a spring 443, including, but not limited to, a plate spring, coil spring, or other type of spring to cause the cam 444 to keep in constant contact with and apply a preset and constant force to the platen 43a, which in turn keeps a constant or preset force on the micro line 2011 located between the platen and the rotor 41 to ensure accurate and predictable volumetric output by the pump 40 over the life of the transfer set.
  • the spring 443 can be an important factor in the wear of the tubing lines during compounding, which can also impact the output of the pump 40.
  • the platen lock 44a can have a streamlined appearance, being configured substantially as a simple, L-shaped structure with an overhang upper extension 441 and a rotational lower extension 442.
  • the lower extension having a longitudinal axis about which the platen lock 44a rotates.
  • the platen lock 44a can be made from aluminum or other rigid material such as plastics, ceramics and/or other metals or alloys.
  • the simple structure provides a user a sense of efficiency in the nature of operation of the platen lock structure 44a.
  • the lower extension 442 can be configured with an opening to slide onto and attach to rotational post 449 extending from/within the housing 10.
  • the platen lock 44a can lock onto the post 449 via a simple friction fit, a spline type relationship between the post 449 and the opening in the lower extension 442, or other structural configuration.
  • a set screw structure 445 can be provided in the lower extension 442 for quick connection to the rotational post 449 that extends from the housing 10 of the compounding system 1.
  • a set screw 445s can be used to set the preload on the spring 443 that is contained inside the platen lock 44a, 44b. This spring 443 applies force on the platen 43a, 43b and ultimately squeezes the platen 43a, 43b against the respective rotor 41, 42.
  • a magnetic lock structure 449m and 442m can also (or alternative to the screw structure 445) be provided and can have multiple functions, including: locking the platen lock 44a to the housing 10 to prevent removal of the platen lock 44a from the housing 10 until the magnetic locks 449m and 442m are released.
  • the location of platen lock 44a with respect to platen 43a can be achieved by a detent position on the backside of the platen 43a. As the platen lock 44a is rotated against the platen 43a towards the lock position, the cam 444 follows a profile on the back of the platen which includes a raised feature to compress the cam 444, which the user has to rotate past to reach the final lock position.
  • the action of the cam over this feature provides feedback to the user that the lock point has been reached, and mechanically maintains this lock position due to the cam sitting in a cavity feature.
  • Continued rotation past the desired lock point can be prevented by providing hard stop geometry in the platen profile such that the cam cannot get past the hard stop geometry.
  • the location of the cam 444 when the platen lock 44a is in this lock position is where sensor 2904a is tripped via a magnet 446 embedded in the bottom of cam 444.
  • the coupling of lock arm 44a to the post 449 is achieved via a pair of magnets, the first 449m embedded in the top of post 449, the second 442m at the end of the receiving bore in the lower extension 442 of the lock arm 44a.
  • Another benefit of this exemplary embodiment of the system 1 is that the configuration allows the operator to easily remove the platens 43a, 43b and platen lock components 44a, 44b from the pump housing for cleaning without the use of tools. Both platens 43a, 43b can be removed by simply pulling them upward and away from the pump housing surface 10d.
  • both rotors 41, 42 can be removed without tools by simply unscrewing thumb screws that can be provided at a center / rotational axis of the rotors 41, 42. Because the rotors 41, 42 can be interchangeable, their life can be extended by swapping their positions after cleaning, e.g., macro to micro and micro to macro.
  • the pump 40 can include rotors 41, 42 that are each mounted upon and separately rotated by a respective stepper motor 41s, 42s (See Fig. 3F ).
  • Each of the stepper motors 41s, 42s can have a preset microsteps per revolution value that is relatively high (for example, on the order of 10 3 greater than the microsteps per revolution value for the stepper motors 102a, 102b used to rotate valves 21a, 21b located in manifold 20, as described in more detail below).
  • the high value of microsteps per revolution for the stepper motors 41s, 42s allows for greater accuracy or precision in fluid delivery for the system 1.
  • the rotors 41, 42 can be substantially identical to each other such that they can be interchanged.
  • the macro rotor 42 can be configured to rotate more than the micro rotor 41 and will thus be subject to higher wear.
  • the macro rotor 42 can be interchanged with the micro rotor 41 such that the rotor 41 will act as the macro rotor and be subject to the heightened wear for a time period. In this manner, the life of both rotors 41, 42 can be extended.
  • the cam 444 and the spring 443 can also be configured to provide a known force to the platen 43a when the platen lock 44a is in a certain rotational position such that the platen lock 44a is effectively locked in place due to both resilient forces and frictional forces that occur when at the certain position relative to the platen 43a.
  • a sensor such as a magnet 446, can be provided in the platen lock 44a and configured to trip a corresponding sensor 2904a in the housing 10 that tells the system the platen lock 44a is in the correct position.
  • the platen lock 44a will be unable to rotate further in the clockwise rotational direction and will simply maintain the above-referenced known resilient force (due to cam 444 and cam spring 443) with the resilient force also acting to prevent release of (counterclockwise rotation of) the platen lock 44a. Unlocking the platen lock 44a from the platen 43a in this case would simply require the operator to overcome the resilient and frictional forces of the cam in the detent position tending to hold the structures in place.
  • the platen lock 44b and platen 43b can be configured in a similar manner as described above with respect to the platen lock 44a and platen 43a, except that locking would occur in a counterclockwise rotational motion.
  • Figs. 4A and 4B show a portion of an exemplary transfer set 2 that includes a manifold 20 connected via micro line 2011 and macro line 2021 to a strain relief clip 33.
  • Micro line 2011 and macro line 2021 extend past the strain relief clip 33 and eventually combine or merge at the union junction 60, resulting in a single outlet line 2031 for the transfer set 2.
  • the macro lines 2021 can be portions of the same continuous tubing structure.
  • micro lines 2011 are separate structures joined together by shunt 33g.
  • the shunt 33g can be made from a material that is harder than the micro lines 2011.
  • the micro lines 2011 can be made from silicone tubing while the shunt 33g can be made from a relatively more rigid PVC material.
  • the shunt 33g provides extra rigidity such that the strain relief clip 33 can connect securely thereto without causing the inner diameter of the shunt 33g to be squeezed or otherwise reduced.
  • One or more collars 33d can be provided on the shunt 33g to lock to the clip 33 and prevent the shunt 33g from moving along a longitudinal axis of the micro lines 2011. Additional collars are contemplated so that manufacturing can be easier with respect to consistently locating/ assembling of the manifold set structures.
  • the macro line 2021 can be sufficiently large enough in diameter and thickness such that its inner diameter is not squeezed or reduced when the clip 33 is attached thereto.
  • the strain relief provides a fixed position on the set 2 relative to the manifold 20 to facilitate installation of the tubing or line segments through the occlusion and bubble sensors 33o, 33b, 33o/b and maintains a repeatable tension on these line segments.
  • the strain relief clip 33 can be of various shapes, and in the embodiment shown in Fig. 5 the clip 33 is configured as a two piece clam shell type design in which an upper portion 33a can be attached to a lower portion 33b by clips 33i that are integrally formed at locations about a perimeter of each portion 33a and 33b, and mate with snap latch receptacles 33j in an opposing portion 33a, 33b.
  • Throughways 33c can be formed as half cylindrical cutouts in the upper portion 33a and lower portion 33b.
  • a guide sleeve 33h can be provided at a corner of one of the clam shell portions 33a, 33b to guide the opposing claim shell portion 33a, 33b into engagement when coupling the clam shell portions 33a, 33b.
  • the micro line 2011 and macro line 2021 can pass through these throughways 33c and be locked to the strain relief clip 33 by a series of ridges 33r that connect to mating ridge 33s in the shunt 33g and/or to the macro line 2021 itself. It is possible that the strain relief parts 33a and 33b are in fact identical so that the above described process and configuration is possible with the use of two instances of the same component.
  • the manifold described above can, in the exemplary embodiment, be formed ( e.g., molded) as one unitary structure 20 including all of the features 20a, 20b, 20bf, 20ah, 20bh, 20bfh, 24a, 24b, 25b, 26, 27a, 27b, and 29. Also, it is possible to join any or all separate structures (components) 20a, 20b, 20bf, 20ah, 20bh, 20bfh, 24a, 24b, 25b, 26, 27a, 27b, and 29 in any combination into a manifold assembly 20 to achieve the same purpose.
  • Figs. 7A-C show a bottom view of the manifold 20, an exploded view, and an assembled view, respectively.
  • the manifold 20 includes an array of macro ports 20b located in a linear fashion along either side of second channel 24b.
  • the first channel 24a includes both flex ports 20bf and micro ports 20a located along the length thereof and provides fluid communication therebetween.
  • the first channel 24a can be connected to both a macro flex line 2021 and a micro line 2011.
  • the flex line is configured as shown in Fig. 1 as a first macro line 2021 that is joined at a junction 2071 to two outgoing macro lines 2021 to allow fluid from macro container 4b to be supplied to both the first channel 24a and second channel 24b.
  • a plurality of flex lines can be used since multiple types of flushing ingredients may be required during a compounding campaign depending on the varying clinical needs of the intended final contents of sequentially filled receiving containers (e.g. final bags 80).
  • flex lines are terminated at flex ports 20bf (See Fig. 6B ) farthest along the channels 24a and 24b from the outlets 25a and 25b, thereby allowing the entire channels 24a and 24b to be flushed with the flushing ingredient.
  • the micro line 2011 is not branched after leaving the micro storage container 4a, and therefore, there are no micro ports 20a that communicate with the second channel 24b.
  • valves 21a, 21b and filler 200 are disassembled to better show their relationship with the macro valve housing 20bh, micro valve housing 20ah, and first channel 24a in which each of these structures resides when assembled and ready for use.
  • each of the valves 21a and 21b include a keyway 21a4 and 21b4, respectively, that allows for positive attachment to an actuator member 102a' and 102b' that extends from a manifold indent/surface 10c in the housing 10 of the compounding device.
  • the actuator member is controlled by at least one stepper motor 102a, 102b such that rotation of the valves 21a and 21b can be precise.
  • the stepper motor 102a for the micro valves 21a can be of higher precision than the stepper motor 102b for the macro valves 21b (See Fig. 9 ).
  • Higher precision stepper motors can be used to provide the positional accuracy of the micro valves 24a due to the inherent flexibility of the micro valves 24a.
  • a stepper that has a preset value of about 48 microsteps per revolution can be used (which preset value can be on the order of 10 3 less than the microsteps per revolution value for the pump).
  • valves 21a, 21b Accuracy of the valves 21a, 21b (i.e., precise movement of the valves 21a, 21b) can be further controlled through the use of a tall gear box, which would result in large input rotations for the stepper motors 102a, 102b providing for small movement of each of the valves 21a, 21b, respectively.
  • the flexibility of material that makes up each of the valves 21a, 21b can be configured or selected to enhance or provide improved sealing surfaces which withstand pressure differentials without leaking. Given this torsional flexibility and considering the friction opposing rotation of the micro valve 24a, it follows that during rotation, the upper features of the valve, i.e., those opposite the drive slots 24a4, angularly lag behind the lower features of the valve.
  • the micro valves 21a and macro valves 21b can be described as being overdriven by the stepper motors past the 'open' position since the valves are flexible and the top of the valve lags behind the bottom of the valve when rotated.
  • the bottom of the valve is overdriven from the target angular position.
  • the stepper reverses and brings the bottom of the valve into proper position. This operation effectively twists and then straightens the valve, and occurs in both the opening and closing process for the valves 21a, 21b.
  • the filler 200 can include a filler rod 201 that includes a plurality of spacers 202 located along the rod 201 so as to keep the rod 201 centered within the channel 24a.
  • a clip lock 203 can be provided at a proximal location of the rod 201 and configured to lock with a mating clip lock indent in the manifold 20.
  • a flexible tab 203a can be located on the lock 203 and configured to mate and lock with opening 203b in manifold 20 (See Fig. 7C ).
  • a sealing member 204 such as an O-ring 204, as shown in Fig.
  • Placement of the filler 200 in the channel 24a has the added benefit of increasing (or otherwise controlling and directing) turbulence within the channel 24a, and thus increases maximum fluid velocity within the channel 24a, permitting faster and more thorough flushing of residual fluids in the channel 24a to output 25a.
  • the filler 200 can be conveniently loaded into the manifold via socket 26 during the time the manifold assembly 20 is being manufactured.
  • the filler 200 geometry, particularly at the downstream end, is designed to promote flushing and to avoid areas where residual fluid can hide out and not flush properly.
  • Each of the micro and macro valves 21a and 21b can be configured as a rotational type valve that, when rotated a set amount, permits a corresponding or known amount of fluid to bypass the valve.
  • the valves 21a, 21b can be configured such that rotation of each of the valves does not move fluid, and only opens/closes a fluid path.
  • the amount of fluid that bypasses the valve can, however, be ultimately determined by the pump speed, size and in conjunction with the tubing size when using a peristaltic pump.
  • the valves can be configured to simply open or close the fluid lines.
  • Fig. 8A shows a macro valve 21b that includes an inlet 21b1 at a top of the structure and an outlet 21b3 at a side wall of the structure.
  • the two motors that drive each of the rotors 41, 42 can be the same, and similarly the rotors 41, 42 can be identical.
  • the tubing in each channel can be different, and the platen positions can be different because of the difference in the diameter and wall thickness of the tube sections.
  • Fig. 10 shows a perspective view of the union junction 60.
  • the union junction 60 is configured to retain and/or receive a tubing structure that includes a micro input line inlet port 60a, a macro input line inlet port 60b, a union junction line 61 and an outlet port 63.
  • the micro input line inlet port 60a is configured to receive the micro line 2011 which carries fluid from the micro channel, which can include fluid from one or both the micro fluid containers and macro fluid containers that were described earlier.
  • the macro input line inlet port 60b is configured to receive the macro line 2021 which carries fluid from the macro fluid containers that were described earlier.
  • the micro input line inlet port 60a and the macro input line inlet port 60b are both coupled to a junction line 61.
  • Fig. 10 also shows macro input line tie down 60c that maintains the macro input line inlet port 60b in place. A similar tie down 60c can be used to secure or maintain the micro input line inlet port 60a in place.
  • the junction line 61 includes an outlet port 63 coupled to a combined fluid line 2031.
  • Fig. 11 shows a bottom side perspective view of the union junction 60.
  • the union junction 60 includes a plurality of standoff ribs 62 and pin bosses 65 which are spaced apart from each other along an interior surface of the union junction 60.
  • the standoff ribs 62 and pin bosses 65 are configured to provide an insertion spacing stop to retain the junction 60 at a predetermined distance/height relative to the housing surface.
  • the standoff ribs 62 and pin bosses 65 can also provide structural integrity for the tubing structures described above, including the micro input line inlet port 60a, the macro input line inlet port 60b, the junction line 61 and the outlet port 63 so that those structures are maintained in place even as fluids are passed therethrough.
  • Fig. 12 shows a top view of the union junction 60 with the tubing structures described above in place.
  • the union junction line 61 receives fluid via the micro input line inlet port 60a and the macro input line inlet port 60b. The fluids mix in the union junction line 61 and are carried to the outlet port 63 for eventual delivery to the receiving bag 80.
  • the micro input line inlet port 60a joins the union junction line 61 in a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the union junction line 61, while the macro input line inlet port 60b causes fluid to flow into the union junction line 61 in the same direction as the longitudinal axis of the union junction line 61.
  • the micro input line inlet port 60a can join the union junction line 61 at any angle relative to the longitudinal direction of the union junction line 61 so as to optimize usability of loading onto the platform 10d and notch 18 and simultaneously ensure proper contact with pump rotors 41, 42 and optimize flushability of the union junction 61.
  • the tubing structure described above including the micro line inlet port 60a, the macro line inlet port 60b, the union junction line 61 and the outlet port 63 can be formed, e.g., molded, into the union junction 60 so as to form a unitary structure.
  • the tubing structure can be formed as a separate unit that can be placed or snapped into the union junction 60 and retained in place using a mechanism such as the standoff ribs 62 and pin bosses 65 described above.
  • the compounding device 1 can be configured without the presence of a union junction 60 as shown.
  • the union structure can be the final container, such as the receiving bag 80 itself.
  • lines 2011 and 2021 can extend about rotors 41, 42 and continue all the way to two separate ports in the receiving bag 80 such that mixing of materials from lines 2011 and 2021 occurs only at the receiving bag 80.
  • Fig. 13 shows perspective view of the compounding system 1 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.
  • Fig. 13 shows housing 10 located adjacent a bag tray 70 for holding a receiving bag 80 during the filling process.
  • a load cell 71 or other device such as an analytical balance, can be integrated into the bag tray 70 to provide information relative to the weight and contents and to facilitate calibration as well as confirmation of operational functions for the compounding device 1.
  • Protective devices and/or software can be incorporated into the device to protect the load cell 71 or other measuring device from damage due to accidental overload or other mishaps.
  • the bag tray 70 includes a bag tray receiving section 1350 that accommodates the shape of the receiving bag 80.
  • the bag tray clip 1340 can be configured to keep a known tubing artifact constant with respect to the fluid line(s) 2031 connected to the receiving bag 80 (i.e., can be configured to dampen vibration or other force transmission to the bag 80 and/or load cell 71). Depending on how the bag 80 is connected to the outlet of the transfer set, and how the tube is positioned, variances can occur. The clip 1340 prevents these variances.
  • Fig. 14a shows a close up view the upper section of the bag tray 70 illustrating the placement of the bag tray pins 1330 that are positioned to receive and retain a receiving bag 80 for filling.
  • Fig. 14a also shows the bag tray clip 1340 which is provided to secure the container input tubing, which includes the combined fluid line 2031.
  • Fig.14b shows a close up view of the upper section of the bag tray 70 including a receiving bag 80 placed in the bag tray 70.
  • the exemplary receiving bag 80 includes two openings 1380 for receiving the bag tray pins 1330. Thus, when the bag tray pins 1330 are placed through respective openings 1380 of the receiving bag 80, the receiving bag 80 is maintained in place for filling.
  • Fig. 14a shows a close up view the upper section of the bag tray 70 illustrating the placement of the bag tray pins 1330 that are positioned to receive and retain a receiving bag 80 for filling.
  • Fig. 14a also shows the bag tray clip 1340 which is provided to secure the container input tubing,
  • the 14b also shows a twist lock 1350 formed on the end of the combined fluid line 2031.
  • the twist lock 1350 is configured to connect to and lock with a port 1360 formed on a top surface of the receiving bag 80.
  • the twist lock 1350 allows the combined fluid line 2031 to be securely coupled to the receiving bag 80 so that the receiving bag 80 can be filled.
  • the bag tray clip 1340 can be configured to securely retain the port 1360 and twist lock 1350 that allows for quick placement, filling and removal of the receiving bag 80.
  • the clip 1340 also secures the tubing to the bag tray to prevent unwanted artifacts in the load cell 71 measurement that could occur from excessive motion of the tubing segment that spans the gap between the bag tray and the pump module. This tubing motion could be caused by user interaction or pump vibration during compounding.
  • Manual port 1390 can be provided at the top of the receiving bag 80 such that a user can inject an ingredient that is either not included in the compounding system 1 or has run out and is required to complete the receiving bag 80.
  • a dual chamber bag may be filled using a slightly modified workflow, wherein the dual chamber bag keeps incompatible ingredients separate by two physical separated chambers that are kept separate from each other during compounding, but are combined just before infusion of the patient is started. All of the steps described above are followed for the 'primary' side of the receiving bag. Once complete on the primary side, the primary side port 1360a is disconnected from the twist lock 1350. The secondary bag port 1360b can then be connected to the twist lock 1350 and the secondary chamber thus filled.
  • Fig. 15 is a rear partial perspective view of the compounding system 1 that shows an exemplary sensor array used in conjunction with the system.
  • Sensors 2910 can be configured to sense when the covers 10f and/or 10g are in place (See Fig. 3A ).
  • a reed switch sensor can be built into the combination sensor assembly to provide confirmation that 10f is closed.
  • Sensors 2910 can be magnetic, such that they serve two purposes: 1) communication to a controller 2900 information indicating that the covers 10f and/or 10g are in a closed/operational position; and 2) securing, via magnetic force, the covers 10f and/or 10g in place in the closed/operational position. It should be understood that the sensors themselves may not provide enough force to provide a hold down function.
  • a ferrous catch plate and lid magnet can be used in conjunction with the magnetic sensor.
  • Sensors 2904a and 2904b can be configured to communicate to the controller 2900 that the platen locks 44a and 44b, respectively, are in a closed/operational position.
  • Sensor 2901 can be provided in housing 10 and configured to communicate with the controller 2900 information that indicates that the manifold 20 has been properly affixed to the housing 10 and is ready for operation.
  • Sensor 2902 can be located adjacent a rear surface of the housing 10 and configured to communicate with the controller 2900 information that places the compounding system 1 in a service or firmware/programming mode when a maintenance operator or technician activates this sensor (for example, by placing a magnet adjacent the sensor 2902).
  • the location of the sensor 2902 may be known only to service and technical maintenance personnel.
  • the exemplary compounding system 1 can also include a compounding control manager which resides in a central processing unit (e.g., controller 2900).
  • the compounding control manager allows a clinician or other healthcare or compounding professional to enter, view, adjust and offload information pertaining to a given compounding protocol.
  • the compounding control manager is the program language that provides the operator with real time feedback and interaction with the compounding device through graphical user interface (GUI) elements.
  • GUI graphical user interface
  • the GUI elements created in a graphical format, display the various inputs and outputs generated by the compounding control manager and allow the user to input and adjust the information used by the compounding control manager to operate the compounding device.
  • the compounding control manager can utilize certain third party, off-the-shelf components and tools. Once developed, the compounding control manager can reside as a standard software program on a memory device.
  • the controller 2900 can include firmware that provides several adjustment algorithms or hardware solutions to control the accuracy of the pump 40.
  • the pump output can be corrected for wear of the pump tubing lines 2011, 2021 over the life of the transfer set or manifold 20. This adjustment is applied as a function of the number of pump rotations experienced by each tubing line.
  • the controller 2900 can also include software or hardware such that pump output or "flow factor” can also be adjusted for the specific fluid being pumped. This "flow factor" can account for fluid viscosity, pump speed, line type, and source container/spike type.
  • the controller 2900 can also be configured to correct pump output for the rotational location of the pump rotor 41, 42 rollers relative to the platens 43a, 43b.
  • This adjustment can be significant for small volumes that are dispensed and which represent only a few rotations of the pump head or less.
  • absolute encoders can be included on both pump motors 41s, 42s (and valve steppers) to provide the firmware (e.g., controller 2900) with the information necessary to make the above-noted adjustment(s).
  • the controller 2900 can include a bubble detection algorithm that attempts to minimize nuisance alarms.
  • Figs. 16-34 are a walk-through of display screens generated by a representative embodiment of the compounding control manager, which demonstrate various features of the compounding control manager.
  • a main work area is created on a display device, which initially opens a log-in screen.
  • the operator first identifies him or herself, either by using the bar code scanner to scan an operator badge number, or by entry of a badge number or other selected form of identification on the graphical touch screen entry pad. This identification procedure is required for logging-in and/or assessing the operator's level of security clearance.
  • a system administrator would have previously established a list of authorized users, against which the sign-in data is compared.
  • Fig. 16 depicts an interface that may be presented to a user after the user has logged in and been authenticated as an authorized user.
  • Fig. 16 is a control panel that allows the user to indicate the type of transfer set to be used, select the number of stations to be used and select the source solution configuration template. The user may then be presented with the interface shown in Fig. 17 .
  • the interface of Fig. 17 allows the user to scan a bar code located on a lid of a tray in which the transfer set 2 is provided. In this manner, the system knows the transfer set 2 that the user has chosen. The user can then remove the transfer set 2 from the packaging and install it.
  • the process of installing the transfer set 2 includes opening the device doors and platens, placing and snapping the transfer set manifold 20 to the top of valve actuators 102a', 102b' and platform 10c and draping the leads of the transfer set over a rack that is disposed in the laminar flow hood.
  • the user may then route the tubing through a bubble and occlusion sensor followed by closing the sensor lid.
  • the user can route the tubing around the pump rotors and secure union junction to the pump module.
  • Each of the rotors can include a bottom flange or guide member, 410, 420 that is configured to prevent the tubing from being installed too low or slipping or being pinched between the pump surface and the rotor.
  • the user can close the platen locks and then close the pump door or cover.
  • the user is also presented with the interface of Fig. 18 which includes a checklist of each of the tasks described above. Once each of the tasks is completed, the user can select "OK" to verify completion of the tasks. In this manner, the system ensures that the user has completed the transfer set installation before proceeding to the next step.
  • Fig. 20 shows a further interface that is presented to the user to ensure that the load cell 71 is properly calibrated.
  • the user can then select the "close” button.
  • Fig. 21 shows an interface that is presented to the user for confirming the source solutions.
  • the user can select the button that reads "confirm solution.”
  • the user can select the tubing lead (i.e., micro line 2011 or macro line 2021) to be confirmed and can remove a protective cap that covers the lead.
  • the user can then attach the appropriate lead.
  • the user can then attach the source container to the tubing lead and hang the container on the rack or rail.
  • the user is then presented with the interface of Fig. 22 whereby the user can scan the bar code flag 802 of the tubing lead for the solution to be confirmed.
  • the user can then scan the source container bar code 801 for the solution attached to the tubing lead that is scanned.
  • the lot number and expiration date bar can also be scanned ( Figs. 23 ).
  • the user can select the "next ingredient” button shown on the interface of Fig. 24 . This allows the user to repeat the steps of Figs. 21-23 above which allows confirmation of all of the source solutions.
  • the user can initiate the priming of the solutions.
  • the user first attaches a receiving bag 80, i.e., calibration container, to the load cell 71. Then, after all of the solutions have been confirmed, the user taps the "setup and prime" tab shown in Fig. 25 . After priming is completed, the user can select the "next" button and repeat this process for all stations. The user can also initiate the manifold flush at this point.
  • the user can initiate a pump calibration sequence via the interface of Fig. 26 . The user can then follow steps 1-5 of Fig. 26 to calibrate the pump. These steps include confirming that that calibration final container is attached and marked "Not for Patient Use"; calibrate the macro pump; confirm that the macro pump is calibrated; calibrate the micro pump; and then confirm the micro pump calibration. The user can then remove and discard the calibration bag.
  • the user can install the final container (e.g ., receiving bag 80).
  • the user may be presented with the interface of Fig. 27 which allows the user to select the option of installing the final container.
  • the user may then be presented with the interface of Fig. 28 which allows the user to select a single chamber or a dual chamber receiving bag.
  • the user can then scan or enter the lot number and expiration date.
  • the user can then attach the final container by removing the protective caps and attach the receiving bag 80 to the transfer set connector.
  • the user can then install or otherwise attach the receiving bag 80 by using the hanging holes formed in the container to connect to the load cell pins and then attach the tubing inlet to the tubing clip.
  • the system has been calibrated, the solutions to be dispensed have been verified and the receiving bag 80 has been installed and is ready to be filled.
  • the user can manually program an order for the solutions to be dispensed using the interface shown in Fig. 29 .
  • the user can scan in an order or select an order from a transaction pending buffer (TPB) manager or a .PAT file.
  • TTB transaction pending buffer
  • Fig. 30 the user can enter all of the solution volumes to be dispensed.
  • the user can select the "start" tab shown in Fig. 30 .
  • the station will display the solution requiring a change in yellow.
  • the controller 2900 can be configured to review the prescription and to require the user to either change the sequence of the script or to add a buffer to avoid incompatibility issues in either of the common channels 24a, b (micro/macro).
  • the pump 40 will control deliveries from each of the common channels by stopping one or more of the pumps 40 if the incompatible fluids would meet in the union connector 60 after the pumps 40.
  • Fig. 31 shows a warning interface that is presented to the user when the software determines that the source solution container 4a or 4b has insufficient volume. The user can then replace the container or, if there is some solution remaining, a manual dispense can be performed. If the user chooses to perform a manual dispense, the user enters the estimated volume remaining using the interface of Fig. 32 .
  • the user can remove the empty container 4a or 4b and place a new container on the tubing lead and hang.
  • the user can then access the interface of Fig. 33 to scan the bar code flag of the tubing lead for the new solution to be confirmed.
  • the user can then scan the source container bar code for the solution attached to the tubing lead that is scanned.
  • the lot number and expiration date bar codes can also be scanned.
  • the user can then select the "confirm" button to complete this step.
  • the user can then resume compounding via the interface of Fig. 34 .
  • the user can select the appropriate disposition for the receiving bag 80 (i.e., complete filling; scrap bag, etc.). Finally, the user can select the "apply disposition button.” This completes the compounding process and the receiving bag 80 is ready for removal and can be used with a patient or other end user.
  • controller 2900 will direct the compounder to use a universal ingredient (UI) to flush all of the ingredients out of the manifold 20 and output tubing and into final container (e.g., fluid bag 80).
  • UI universal ingredient
  • the fluid bag 80 resides on a gravimetric scale 71 that provides a final weight check back to the controller 2900 to verify that all compounded solutions were added. However, if a manual add of a particular component is necessary or desired during operation, the final check by the controller 2900 can be overridden.
  • the load cell 71 can also be used to accomplish pump calibrations as well as in process calibrations, if desired.
  • the controller 2900 can include hardware or software that performs calibration of the load cell 71 and pump 40.
  • the system can be configured to allow up to 6 verification weights to ensure the load cell is within required accuracy. Pump calibration and in process calibrations ensure accuracy over the life of the disposable manifold 20.
  • the controller 2900 can also include a tube wear algorithm such that tubing wear is accounted for during the life of the manifold 20.
  • a tube wear algorithm such that tubing wear is accounted for during the life of the manifold 20.
  • the timing and speed of both the valves and the pump motors can be changed over time to account for tubing wear such that a substantially equal volume and flow rate can be achieved by the device.
  • the controller 2900 can also include software and/or hardware to track and possibly mark bags such that manual adds can be added to a particular bag after automatic compounding.
  • Use of a separate (possibly networked) control panel at a manual add station will open the compounding event and allow the user to manually add ingredients while tracking the fact that such ingredients were added before approving the bag for distribution to a patient or other user.
  • An algorithm can be incorporated into the software and/or hardware of the controller 2900 to determine if any bubble event requires the pump 40 to stop and for the user to verify if they accept the bubble that was sensed.
  • a flow algorithm can also be incorporated in coordination with the use of pressure sensors to detect occlusions and/or flow pressures.
  • intelligent bubble handling technology can be incorporated into either the controller 2900 or the occlusion or bubble sensor(s) 33o, 33s, 33o/b that monitors what has been delivered into the common volume (and attempts to determine a worse case bubble event).
  • the technology can include hardware and/or software that causes the system to stop and require a user to accept or reject the operation depending on the presence (or lack thereof) of bubbles or an occlusion, etc.
  • Software and/or hardware can also be provided that determines whether any occlusion or bubble event, when weighed against the size/volume of delivery, was large enough to effect accuracy, and provide a user with an automated or user defined option to accept or reject delivery of the end product.
  • the interface for the controller 2900 can include dual display of stations that uses colors and/or numbers to identify each station.
  • the screen for the controller 2900 can include a first column that represents flex lines, a second and third column that represent micro lines, and a fourth or last column that represents macro lines.
  • the screen can group the different (in this case, three) types of stations in order to present a clear picture of what fluids are at what station and what type of station it is.
  • the number and arrangement of micro, macro and flex lines can change depending on a particular application for a different embodiment of the compounding system 1.
  • the controller 2900 can also be configured to require a username/password or bar coded badges to sign in/out.
  • access can be further controlled to require username/password or bar coded badges for confirmation of required steps (e.g., addition of an ingredient that requires a prescription or that is in another way regulated).
  • the controller 2900 can also be configured to display a real time status of the compounding event. For example, the controller 2900 can display which solution(s) are currently being pumped from which station as well as how much solution is left in each source container 4a, b.
  • Templates can also be stored in the controller 2900 to quickly and efficiently determine the set-up and sequence of ingredients for a particular application or a particular patient or user.
  • a database located in or accessible by the controller 2900 can include data related to storage, additions, removals of all drugs allowed for compounding and their associated data.
  • the controller 2900 can be configured to include multiple interfaces for the user and can be networked such that a plurality of compounding devices can be controlled and/or monitored by a separate entity or controller.
  • a print wizard can be incorporated into the controller 2900 software and/or hardware that automatically prints certain items when certain actions take place using the compounding device.
  • the occlusion sensor and bubble sensor can be positioned under the manifold common volume instead of being located in the manifold outlet tubing.
  • the location of the bubble sensor in the common volume can allow a user to better discriminate which source line generated the bubble.
  • an array of bubble sensors could be located along the length of a common volume in the manifold to accomplish this feature.
  • the filler 200 could be removed from the micro common volume (e.g., first channel 24a) and the inner diameter of the common volume could be reduced as compared to the volume depicted in, for example, Fig. 6B .
  • This modification comes with certain complications in that manufacturing and design of the valves would be more complicated to affect the volumetric flow rates desired in the modified first channel 24a of the compounding device.
  • the filler 200 could be configured with vanes on its outer diameter (OD) surface that induce turbulence and/or swirl to promote better flushing. Additionally, the filler 200 could be removable from the channel in order to provide an alternate flushing port. Likewise, the filler 200 could be removable such that different style fillers (e.g., fillers having different cross-sectional shapes, sizes, number and shape of vanes, etc.) could be used in the manifold 20.
  • OD outer diameter
  • the filler 200 could be removable from the channel in order to provide an alternate flushing port.
  • different style fillers e.g., fillers having different cross-sectional shapes, sizes, number and shape of vanes, etc.
  • a cross connect channel can be located between the downstream end of the micro and macro common volumes (e.g., the first channel 24a and second channel 24b).
  • a valve could be provided to close this channel, allowing dispensing to occur as usual, and then the valve could be opened to allow the micro common volume to be flushed by the macro pump, which operates at higher flowrates and provide more efficient flushing.
  • the platen/lock arm design has springs in the lock arms that press the platens against the rotors 41, 42 when the lock arms 44a, b are closed.
  • An alternate approach would locate torsional springs at the platen hinge points (potentially inside the instrument) such that the platens are always spring loaded against the rotors.
  • the platen lock arms 44a, b could be replaced by "platen disengagement arms” configured to pull the platens 43a, b away from the rotors 41, 42 during transfer set installation and removal.
  • the pump output is a function of upstream suction pressure.
  • the occlusion sensor could be used to compensate for variations in upstream suction pressure and prevent alarms due to partial occlusions.
  • the number of commanded pump rotations and rotor speed could be adjusted based on the measured suction pressure during pumping.
  • LEDs or other types of lights or light sources can be located in the top surface of the pump under each ingredient source line.
  • the molded manifold would guide light into the source tubing line, possibly all the way up to the spike where a visual indication could be provided if a source container or line needs attention.
  • the light or light source would be connected to the electronic control unit for the compounding device, which would dictate when and how to provide light to a particular location, depending on error codes, programming desires, reminder notices, etc.
  • the compounding device can be configured for use with only a single type of container and tubing, such as only macro lines and macro containers, or only micro lines and micro containers. In this manner, the compounding device can be an effective replacement for current compounding systems and applications that include only single types of containers and lines.
  • the number of channels can also vary and remain within the scope of the presently disclosed subject matter. For example, three, four or more different sized channels could be incorporated into the manifold. Similarly, more than one same shaped and sized channel could be included in the manifold 20.
  • the strain relief clip 33 is disclosed as being pre-assembled to the lines 2011 and 2021. However, it should be understood that the strain relief clip 33 or similar structure could be attached during use or installation of the manifold. Moreover, the strain relief clip 33 could be attached only when its function is needed for a particular application. Similarly, the strain relief clip 33 can be configured in various different shapes and sizes and attached at different locations on the line or tubing. The strain relief clip 33 could also be configured as a two piece structure that can be attached at different locations on a respective one of the lines. It is also contemplated that the strain relief clip 33 can be integrated into the bubble occlusion sensor or vice versa. In addition, the strain relief clip 33 can be configured as a dampening material, adhesive or putty that can be located at a portion of the line(s) and attached to the housing to dampen movement of the lines where strain would otherwise be present.
  • the pump cover door could be mechanically interlocked with a specific position of platen locks (for example, a user can be prevented from closing the door if both platens are not locked into place).
  • a lip can be provided on a lower portion of the platen to ensure that the user does not mislead a pumping segment of the tubing line to a position that is too low and that would possibly be captured between the platen and the base of the rotor (instead of being correctly placed on the roller).

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  1. Dispositif de combinaison (1) pour mélanger des matériaux à partir d'au moins deux sources de matériau distinctes (4a, 4b), comprenant :
    un boîtier (10) ;
    une première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) raccordée fonctionnellement au boîtier (10) et conçue pour transporter un premier volume de fluide par unité de temps jusqu'à un récipient final (80) ;
    une seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) raccordée fonctionnellement au boîtier (10) et conçue pour transporter un second volume de fluide par unité de temps jusqu'au récipient final (80), dans lequel le premier volume de fluide par unité de temps est différent du second volume de fluide par unité de temps ;
    un collecteur (20) connecté à la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) et à la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) et configuré pour être connecté de manière sélective au boîtier (10) ; et
    un système de pompes (40) incluant,
    une première pompe configurée pour déplacer le premier volume de fluide à travers la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), et
    une seconde pompe configurée pour déplacer le second volume de fluide à travers la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), caractérisé en ce que
    le collecteur (20) est connecté à la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) au niveau d'un emplacement le long de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) entre au moins une des deux sources de matériau distinctes (4a, 4b) et la première pompe.
  2. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 1, dans lequel la première pompe est configurée pour avoir une première caractéristique de tête de pompe, et la seconde pompe est configurée pour avoir une seconde caractéristique de tête de pompe, et la première caractéristique de tête de pompe est différente de la seconde caractéristique de tête de pompe.
  3. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 1, dans lequel la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) a une première aire d'écoulement de section transversale définie par une section transversale prise de façon normale à un trajet de fluide de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), et la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) a une seconde aire d'écoulement de section transversale définie par une section transversale prise de façon normale à un trajet de fluide de la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), dans lequel la première aire d'écoulement de section transversale est différente de la seconde aire d'écoulement de section transversale.
  4. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 1, dans lequel la première pompe inclut un micro-rotor (41) et la seconde pompe inclut un macro-rotor (42).
  5. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 4, dans lequel la première pompe inclut un micromoteur pas à pas (41s) codé pour une précision de position et connecté au micro-rotor (41), et la seconde pompe inclut un macro-moteur pas à pas (42s) codé pour une précision de position et connecté au macro-rotor (42).
  6. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 5, dans lequel le micro-rotor (41) et le macro-rotor (42) sont interchangeables entre eux, et le macro-rotor (42) est configuré pour une connexion au micromoteur pas à pas (41s), et le micro-rotor (41) est configuré pour une connexion au macro-moteur pas à pas (42s).
  7. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 4, dans lequel le micro-rotor (41) inclut une bride inférieure configurée pour supporter un premier tube qui comprend une partie de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) et la bride du micro-rotor (41) configurée pour maintenir le premier tube dans une position appropriée par rapport au micro-rotor (41) et au boîtier (10), et le macro-rotor (42) inclut une bride inférieure configurée pour supporter un second tube qui comprend une partie de la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), et la bride du macro-rotor (42) configurée pour maintenir le second tube dans une position appropriée par rapport au macro-rotor (42) et au boîtier (10).
  8. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 4, comprenant en outre :
    un dispositif de commande (2900) configuré pour faire tourner le micro-rotor (41) à une première vitesse et le macro-rotor (42) à une seconde vitesse, dans lequel la première vitesse est différente de la seconde vitesse.
  9. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 1, comprenant en outre :
    un ensemble de transfert (2) incluant au moins une partie de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) et de la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) ;
    au moins trois sources de matériau distinctes (4a, 4b), chacune en connexion fluidique à l'ensemble de transfert (2) ; et
    le récipient final (80) en connexion fluidique à au moins un orifice de sortie (25a, 25b) de l'ensemble de transfert (2).
  10. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 1, comprenant en outre :
    un ensemble de transfert (2) incluant au moins une partie de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021) et de la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), l'ensemble de transfert (2) incluant le collecteur (20) situé en amont de la première pompe et de la seconde pompe, le collecteur (20) incluant un micro-canal (24a) qui forme une partie de la première conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), et le collecteur (20) incluant un macro-canal (24b) qui forme une partie de la seconde conduite de fluide (2011, 2021), dans lequel le micro-canal (24a) et le macro-canal (24b) sont en isolation fluidique l'un par rapport à l'autre.
  11. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 10, dans lequel le micro-canal (24a) inclut une aire de section transversale de micro-canal définie par une section transversale prise de façon normale à un passage de fluide à travers le micro-canal (24a), et le macro-canal (24b) inclut une aire de section transversale de macro-canal définie par une section transversale prise de façon normale à un passage de fluide à travers le macro-canal (24b), dans lequel l'aire de section transversale de micro-canal est inférieure à l'aire de section transversale de macro-canal.
  12. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 10, dans lequel le micro-canal (24a) inclut une pluralité de vannes d'entrée (21a), chacune des vannes d'entrée (21a) du micro-canal (24a) est configurée pour une connexion à l'une des sources de matériaux distinctes (4a, 4b), et le macro-canal (24b) inclut une pluralité de vannes d'entrée (21b), chacune des vannes d'entrée (21b) du macro-canal (24b) est configurée pour une connexion à une différente des sources de matériaux distinctes (4a, 4b).
  13. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 12, dans lequel au moins une de la pluralité de vannes d'entrée (21a) en connexion fluidique avec le micro-canal (24a) est connectée à une tubulure d'entrée micro (2011, 2021), et au moins une de la pluralité de vannes d'entrée (21b) en connexion fluidique avec le macro-canal (24b) est connectée à une tubulure d'entrée macro (2011, 2021), dans lequel un diamètre de section transversale de la tubulure d'entrée micro (2011, 2021) est inférieur à un diamètre de section transversale de la tubulure d'entrée macro (2011, 2021).
  14. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 13, dans lequel au moins une de la pluralité de vannes d'entrée (21a) en connexion fluidique avec le micro-canal (24a) est connectée à une tubulure d'entrée macro (2021).
  15. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 10, dans lequel le macro-canal (24b) du collecteur (20) inclut un orifice de sortie macro (25b), et le micro-canal (24a) du collecteur (20) inclut un orifice de sortie micro (25a), et un diamètre de section transversale de l'orifice de sortie micro (25a) est inférieur à un diamètre de section transversale de l'orifice de sortie macro (25b).
  16. Dispositif de combinaison (1) selon la revendication 10, dans lequel l'ensemble de transfert (2) inclut une tubulure micro (2011, 2021) s'étendant à partir du micro-canal (24a) du collecteur (20) jusqu'à la première pompe, et l'ensemble de transfert (2) inclut une tubulure macro (2011, 2021) s'étendant à partir du macro-canal (25a) du collecteur (20) jusqu'à la seconde pompe, et un diamètre de section transversale de la tubulure micro (2011, 2021) est inférieur à un diamètre de section transversale de la tubulure macro (2011, 2021).
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