EP3792194A1 - Disposable package for at least one contact lens - Google Patents

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EP3792194A1
EP3792194A1 EP19197093.8A EP19197093A EP3792194A1 EP 3792194 A1 EP3792194 A1 EP 3792194A1 EP 19197093 A EP19197093 A EP 19197093A EP 3792194 A1 EP3792194 A1 EP 3792194A1
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cleaning
product cavity
molded structure
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Pierre-Henri BRUCHON
Jörg ADRIAN
Stefan Frischmann
Wolfgang EIBER
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Constantia Pirk GmbH and Co KG
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Priority to KR1020227012034A priority patent/KR20220081989A/en
Priority to PCT/EP2020/075022 priority patent/WO2021048093A1/en
Priority to ES20767807T priority patent/ES2959041T3/en
Priority to US17/753,697 priority patent/US11819099B2/en
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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
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C15/00—Purses, bags, luggage or other receptacles covered by groups A45C1/00 - A45C11/00, combined with other objects or articles
    • 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
    • B65D75/00—Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes, or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
    • B65D75/28—Articles or materials wholly enclosed in composite wrappers, i.e. wrappers formed by associating or interconnecting two or more sheets or blanks
    • B65D75/30—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding
    • B65D75/32—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents
    • B65D75/325—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents one sheet being recessed, and the other being a flat not- rigid sheet, e.g. puncturable or peelable foil
    • B65D75/327—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents one sheet being recessed, and the other being a flat not- rigid sheet, e.g. puncturable or peelable foil and forming several compartments
    • 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
    • B65D81/00—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/18—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents providing specific environment for contents, e.g. temperature above or below ambient
    • B65D81/22—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents providing specific environment for contents, e.g. temperature above or below ambient in moist conditions or immersed in liquids
    • 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
    • A45C2011/006—Contact lens cases for storing a plurality of disposable lens packages
    • 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
    • B65D2575/00—Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
    • B65D2575/28—Articles or materials wholly enclosed in composite wrappers, i.e. wrappers formed by association or interconnecting two or more sheets or blanks
    • B65D2575/30—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding
    • B65D2575/32—Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents
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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
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  • the present invention relates to a disposable packaging for at least one contact lens, the disposable packaging having at least one shaped structure which forms at least one product cavity for receiving the contact lens and wherein the product cavity is closed by a first closure member that can be opened by the user.
  • the invention further relates to a molded structure for a disposable packaging for at least one contact lens, the molded structure forming at least one product cavity for receiving the contact lens and the product cavity being closable by a first closure member in a manner that can be opened by the user.
  • the disposable packaging can, for example, have a shaped structure in which the product cavity (s) are designed as so-called blisters.
  • the product cavity can be sealed by a film-like closure member which can usually contain an aluminum layer as a barrier layer.
  • the closure member is pulled off, for example on a tab, in order to open the product cavity and remove the contact lens with the finger and insert it into the eye.
  • WO 17137738 A1 discloses a system that enables the contact lens to be gripped with a "clean" finger.
  • a sterile adhesive film is provided, which is applied to the fingertip before the contact lens is gripped, so that the finger does not come into direct contact with the contact lens.
  • the application of the film requires a certain amount of skill and the film can be perceived as annoying by the user, as it can impair the sensitive tactile perception of the fingertip.
  • the object of the present invention is to provide packaging products for contact lenses which enable the contact lens to be inserted with the finger with little risk and which allow simple use.
  • disposable packaging of the type mentioned at the outset, in which the molded structure has at least one cleaning chamber with a cleaning system for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, which is closed by the first closure member and / or a further closure member that can be opened by the user .
  • the user can clean his finger in a simple and quick manner before removing the contact lens.
  • the cleaning system can advantageously comprise a cleaning and / or disinfecting agent in the form of a liquid or as a gel. This means that the cleaning system can be optimally tailored to the specific application.
  • the cleaning system can comprise a cleaning pad.
  • the cleaning pad can consist, for example, of an open-pored plastic material, a porous sponge material, a fleece material or a similar material that is impregnated with the cleaning agent and / or disinfectant.
  • the cleaning agent and / or disinfectant cannot run out of the cleaning chamber after opening; in addition, the finger can be wiped off the cleaning pad, which improves the cleaning effect.
  • the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on one side of the molded structure.
  • the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be closed, for example, with a single closure member, for example a closure film, which can be pulled off by the user with a handle.
  • the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure, which allows a particularly space-saving design of the disposable packaging.
  • the disposable packaging can be turned over to open the product cavity and remove the contact lens with the cleaned finger.
  • the molded structure can advantageously have at least one molded plastic film part into which the product cavity and / or the cleaning chamber is introduced in the manner of a blister contour. Due to their advantageous properties and the cost-effective production method, blister packs are particularly suitable for carrying out the invention on an industrial scale. If necessary, several molded plastic film parts can be combined in order to enable more complex shapes, such as a molded structure formed on both sides.
  • the invention further relates to a collective packaging for a large number of contact lenses, which has a large number of disposable packaging, which are preferably detachably connected to one another.
  • the collective packaging can for example in the manner of a Be constructed tablet blisters, which comprises a flat arrangement of the individual disposable packaging.
  • the disposable packaging can be torn off or broken off from the collective packaging, for example, at intended weakening lines, so that the user can use them as individual packaging.
  • the present invention further relates to a molded structure of the type mentioned at the outset, which has at least one cleaning chamber for receiving a cleaning system for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, the cleaning chamber being closable by the first closure member and / or a further closure member in a manner that can be opened by the user .
  • All features of the disposable packaging according to the invention are basically already predefined by the shape and design of the corresponding molded structure, i.e. each molded structure is specifically designed for the production of the disposable packaging according to the invention or the collective packaging according to the invention and only needs to be filled and sealed by the contact lens manufacturer with the contact lenses and the cleaning system become.
  • the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can advantageously be arranged on one side of the molded structure. This allows, for example, a stacked arrangement of the prefabricated form structures before packing and reduces the transport volume.
  • the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure. This can be achieved, for example, by means of multi-part molded structures. If necessary, the molded structures consisting of several parts can be delivered individually and only combined with one another to form the respective molded structure during the packaging process.
  • the molded structure can have at least one molded plastic film part into which the product cavity and / or the cleaning chamber are introduced in the manner of a blister contour. This allows a cost-effective yet high-quality production of the molded structure.
  • the molded structure can advantageously have a large number of product cavities and cleaning chambers, which allows the production of collective packaging for a large number of contact lenses.
  • a disposable packaging 1 according to the invention is shown once in a view from above and once in a view from below.
  • the disposable packaging 1 essentially consists of a molded structure 3 into which a product cavity 4 and a cleaning chamber 6 are introduced.
  • the molded structure 3 can for example be produced from a plastic film molded part, in which the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6 are introduced by thermoforming in the manner of a blister pack.
  • the outer contours of the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are shown in FIG Fig. 2 shown.
  • top The side to which the product cavity 4 opens is generally referred to as "top”.
  • the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are at the top ( Fig. 1 ) closed with a closure member 5.
  • the closure member 5 is designed as a single cover plate matching the size and shape of the molded structure, which is sealed onto the surface of the molded structure 3 in a manner known per se, and covers and closes the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6.
  • the closure member 5 can for example be an optionally printed and / or embossed aluminum foil, the inside of which is coated with a sealing layer. Any plastic composite materials (with or without an aluminum layer) which are known in the prior art for such purposes can also optionally be used as the closure member 5.
  • the closure member 5 has a tab 11 on one side, on which the closure member 5 is not sealed to the molded structure 3.
  • the closure member 5 can be gripped by the user on this flap 11 and pulled off to open the disposable packaging.
  • Corresponding sealing systems which enable such peeling off are known in the specialist field.
  • Fig. 3 shows a collective packaging 9, which in the illustrated case consists of five disposable packaging 1, which are produced in the form of a coherent blister pack.
  • the individual disposable packaging 1 are delimited from one another by weakening lines 12, along which the packaging material can be broken apart or torn in order to detach the individual disposable packaging 1 from one another.
  • Fig. 4 shows a disposable packaging 1 according to the invention, which corresponds to the illustration of FIG Figs. 1 and 2 corresponds, with the closure member 5 being withdrawn approximately halfway so that the cleaning chamber 6 is open, while the product cavity 4 located behind it still remains closed.
  • the cleaning chamber 6 contains a cleaning system 7 which essentially consists of a cleaning pad 8 soaked with a cleaning agent and / or disinfectant, which is inserted into the cleaning chamber 6 and the surface of which is exposed when the cleaning chamber is open.
  • the surface of the cleaning pad 8 is sufficiently large to be able to clean a fingertip on it.
  • Fig. 5 shows the disposable packaging 1 of Fig. 4 , wherein the closure member 5 has been pulled off further in order to also open the product cavity 4 in which a contact lens 2 is arranged.
  • the product cavity 4 can be filled in a known manner for storing the contact lens 2 with an eye-compatible disinfectant, as is known in the specialist field.
  • the product cavity 4 forms a rib pattern 10 on which the Contact lens 2 rests, wherein the curvature of the contact lens 2 is directed towards the opening (ie upwards).
  • the closure member 5 can be pulled off until the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are open; if necessary, the closure member can also be pulled off completely and removed, as shown in FIG Fig. 6 is shown.
  • the fingertip Before grasping the contact lens 2, the fingertip can be wiped off on the cleaning pad 8 and cleaned or disinfected in the process. Then the contact lens 2 is touched with the cleaned fingertip. Due to the adhesive forces imparted by the moisture in the contact lens 2, the contact lens 2 adheres to the fingertip and can thus be removed from the product cavity 4 and inserted into the eye.
  • closure member 5 In the embodiment described above, only a single closure member 5 is shown and described, which closes both the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4. However, it is also possible to provide a plurality of closure members, for example a first closure member 5 for the cleaning chamber 6 and a further closure member for the product cavity.
  • the disposable packaging 1 shown has a shaped structure 3 in the form of a plastic blister with functional formations arranged on both sides.
  • the shaped structure 3 has a product cavity 4 on its upper side, which is closed by a first closure member 5. Furthermore, the shaped structure 3 has a cleaning chamber 6 on the opposite (ie the "lower") surface, which is closed by a further closure element 5 '.
  • the terms "above” and “below” are again based purely on the representation in the figures and are not to be interpreted as restrictive.
  • the molded structure 3 can be built up, for example, by two plastic molded parts, into each of which the corresponding moldings (ie in particular the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6) are introduced by thermoforming.
  • the two plastic molded parts can then be connected to one another in order to create the approximately box-like shape, the two-sided shape of the in Fig. 7 Form structure shown.
  • Fig. 8 shows a collective packaging 9, which consists of a plurality of one-way packaging 1 connected to one another according to FIG Fig. 7 consists.
  • the individual disposable packaging 1 of the collective packaging 9 can in turn be broken apart or torn at the weakening lines 12.
  • FIG Fig 9 and 10 The use of the disposable packaging 1 formed on both sides is shown in FIG Fig 9 and 10 shown.
  • the "underside" of the disposable packaging 1 is opened by pulling off the further closure member 5 'and the fingertip can be cleaned and / or disinfected with the cleaning system 7 thus exposed.
  • the disposable packaging 1 is turned over ( Fig. 10 ), so that the side of the product cavity 4 is arranged on top and the first closure member 5 is opened.
  • the contact lens 2 located in the product cavity 4 can then be removed with the cleaned fingertip and inserted into the eye.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Einwegverpackung (1) für zumindest eine Kontaktlinse (2). Die Einwegverpackung (1) weist zumindest eine Formstruktur (3) auf, die zumindest eine Produktkavität (4) zur Aufnahme der Kontaktlinse (2) ausbildet. Die Produktkavität (4) ist durch ein vom Benutzer öffenbares erstes Verschlussorgan (5) verschlossen. Die Formstruktur (3) weist zumindest eine Reinigungskammer (6) mit einem Reinigungssystem (7) zur Fingerreinigung und/oder -desinfektion auf, die durch das erste Verschlussorgan (5) und/oder ein vom Benutzer öffenbares weiteres Verschlussorgan (5') verschlossen ist.The invention relates to a disposable packaging (1) for at least one contact lens (2). The disposable packaging (1) has at least one shaped structure (3) which forms at least one product cavity (4) for receiving the contact lens (2). The product cavity (4) is closed by a first closure member (5) that can be opened by the user. The molded structure (3) has at least one cleaning chamber (6) with a cleaning system (7) for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, which is closed by the first closure element (5) and / or a further closure element (5 ') that can be opened by the user .

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Die gegenständliche Erfindung betrifft eine Einwegverpackung für zumindest eine Kontaktlinse, wobei die Einwegverpackung zumindest eine Formstruktur aufweist, die zumindest eine Produktkavität zur Aufnahme der Kontaktlinse ausbildet und wobei die Produktkavität durch ein vom Benutzer öffenbares erstes Verschlussorgan verschlossen ist.The present invention relates to a disposable packaging for at least one contact lens, the disposable packaging having at least one shaped structure which forms at least one product cavity for receiving the contact lens and wherein the product cavity is closed by a first closure member that can be opened by the user.

Weiters betrifft die Erfindung eine Formstruktur für eine Einwegverpackung für zumindest eine Kontaktlinse, wobei die Formstruktur zumindest eine Produktkavität zur Aufnahme der Kontaktlinse ausbildet und wobei die Produktkavität durch ein erstes Verschlussorgan in einer vom Benutzer öffenbaren Weise verschließbar ist.The invention further relates to a molded structure for a disposable packaging for at least one contact lens, the molded structure forming at least one product cavity for receiving the contact lens and the product cavity being closable by a first closure member in a manner that can be opened by the user.

Kontaktlinsen zur einmaligen Verwendung erfreuen sich aufgrund ihrer konsumentenfreundlichen Eigenschaften zunehmender Beliebtheit. Zur Verpackung solcher Kontaktlinsen werden üblicherweise verschiedene Arten von Einwegverpackungen verwendet, die nach dem Entnehmen der darin aufbewahrten Kontaktlinse(n) entsorgt werden. Die Einwegverpackungen können beispielsweise eine Formstruktur aufweisen, bei der die Produktkavität(en) als sogenannte Blister ausgebildet sind. Die Produktkavität kann durch ein folienartig ausgebildetes Verschlussorgan versiegelt werden, welches üblicher Weise eine Aluminiumlage als Barriereschicht enthalten kann. Zum Entnehmen der Kontaktlinse wird das Verschlussorgan beispielsweise an einer Lasche abgezogen, um die Produktkavität zu öffnen und die Kontaktlinse mit dem Finger zu entnehmen und ins Auge einzusetzen.Single-use contact lenses are enjoying increasing popularity due to their consumer-friendly properties. For the packaging of such contact lenses, various types of disposable packaging are usually used, which are disposed of after the contact lens (s) stored therein have been removed. The disposable packaging can, for example, have a shaped structure in which the product cavity (s) are designed as so-called blisters. The product cavity can be sealed by a film-like closure member which can usually contain an aluminum layer as a barrier layer. To remove the contact lens, the closure member is pulled off, for example on a tab, in order to open the product cavity and remove the contact lens with the finger and insert it into the eye.

Auch wenn die Kontaktlinse üblicherweise in der Produktkavität in einer sterilen Aufbewahrungslösung aufbewahrt wird, können durch den Kontakt mit dem Finger Keime und Fremdkörper auf die Kontaktlinse übertragen werden, die dann ins Auge gelangen und Entzündungen und Krankheiten auslösen können.Even if the contact lens is usually stored in the product cavity in a sterile storage solution, contact with the finger can transfer germs and foreign bodies to the contact lens, which can then get into the eye and cause inflammation and diseases.

WO 17137738 A1 offenbart ein System, das das Ergreifen der Kontaktlinse mit einem "sauberen" Finger ermöglicht. Dabei wird ein steriler Haftfilm bereitgestellt, der vor dem Angreifen der Kontaktlinse auf die Fingerkuppe appliziert wird, sodass der Finger mit der Kontaktlinse nicht direkt in Berührung kommt. Allerdings erfordert das Applizieren des Films einiges Geschick und der Film kann vom Benutzer als störend empfunden werden, da er die sensible taktile Wahrnehmung über die Fingerkuppe beeinträchtigen kann. WO 17137738 A1 discloses a system that enables the contact lens to be gripped with a "clean" finger. A sterile adhesive film is provided, which is applied to the fingertip before the contact lens is gripped, so that the finger does not come into direct contact with the contact lens. However, the application of the film requires a certain amount of skill and the film can be perceived as annoying by the user, as it can impair the sensitive tactile perception of the fingertip.

Die gegenständliche Erfindung hat die Aufgabe, Verpackungsprodukte für Kontaktlinsen bereitzustellen, die ein risikoarmes Einsetzen der Kontaktlinse mit dem Finger ermöglichen, und die eine einfache Benutzung erlauben.The object of the present invention is to provide packaging products for contact lenses which enable the contact lens to be inserted with the finger with little risk and which allow simple use.

Diese und weitere Aufgaben werden erfindungsgemäß durch eine Einwegverpackung der eingangs genannten Art gelöst, bei der die Formstruktur zumindest eine Reinigungskammer mit einem Reinigungssystem zur Fingerreinigung und/oder -desinfektion aufweist, die durch das erste Verschlussorgan und/oder ein vom Benutzer öffenbares weiteres Verschlussorgan verschlossen ist. Somit kann der Benutzer vor dem Herausnehmen der Kontaktlinse auf einfache und schnelle Weise seinen Finger reinigen.These and other objects are achieved according to the invention by disposable packaging of the type mentioned at the outset, in which the molded structure has at least one cleaning chamber with a cleaning system for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, which is closed by the first closure member and / or a further closure member that can be opened by the user . Thus, the user can clean his finger in a simple and quick manner before removing the contact lens.

In vorteilhafter Weise kann das Reinigungssystem ein Reinigungs- und/oder Desinfektionsmittel in Form einer Flüssigkeit oder als Gel umfassen. Dadurch kann das Reinigungssystem optimal auf den spezifischen Verwendungszweck abgestimmt werden.The cleaning system can advantageously comprise a cleaning and / or disinfecting agent in the form of a liquid or as a gel. This means that the cleaning system can be optimally tailored to the specific application.

In einer vorteilhaften Ausführungsform kann das Reinigungssystem ein Reinigungspad umfassen. Das Reinigungspad kann beispielsweise aus einem offenporigen Kunststoffmaterial, einem porösen Schwammmaterial, einem Vliesmaterial oder einem ähnlichen Material bestehen, das mit dem Reinigungs- und/oder Desinfektionsmittel getränkt ist. Dadurch kann das Reinigungs- und/oder Desinfektionsmittel nach dem Öffnen nicht aus der Reinigungskammer ausrinnen, zusätzlich kann der Finger am Reinigungspad abgewischt werden, was die Reinigungswirkung verbessert.In an advantageous embodiment, the cleaning system can comprise a cleaning pad. The cleaning pad can consist, for example, of an open-pored plastic material, a porous sponge material, a fleece material or a similar material that is impregnated with the cleaning agent and / or disinfectant. As a result, the cleaning agent and / or disinfectant cannot run out of the cleaning chamber after opening; in addition, the finger can be wiped off the cleaning pad, which improves the cleaning effect.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform können die Produktkavität und die Reinigungskammer an einer Seite der Formstruktur angeordnet sein. Die Produktkavität und die Reinigungskammer können dabei beispielsweise mit einem einzigen Verschlussorgan verschlossen sein, beispielsweise einer Verschlussfolie, die vom Benutzer mit einem Handgriff abgezogen werden kann.In a further advantageous embodiment, the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on one side of the molded structure. The product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be closed, for example, with a single closure member, for example a closure film, which can be pulled off by the user with a handle.

Andererseits können die Produktkavität und die Reinigungskammer an gegenüberliegenden Seiten der Formstruktur angeordnet sein, was eine besonders platzsparende Ausbildung der Einwegverpackung erlaubt. Nachdem die Reinigungskammer zum Reinigen des Fingers geöffnet wurde, kann die Einwegverpackung umgedreht werden, um die Produktkavität zu öffnen und die Kontaktlinse mit dem gereinigten Finger zu entnehmen.On the other hand, the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure, which allows a particularly space-saving design of the disposable packaging. After the cleaning chamber has been opened to clean the finger, the disposable packaging can be turned over to open the product cavity and remove the contact lens with the cleaned finger.

In vorteilhafter Weise kann die Formstruktur zumindest ein Kunststofffolienformteil aufweisen, in welches die Produktkavität und/oder die Reinigungskammer in der Art einer Blisterkontur eingebracht ist. Blisterverpackungen sind aufgrund ihrer vorteilhaften Eigenschaften und der kostengünstigen Herstellungsweise zur Ausführung der Erfindung im industriellen Maßstab besonders geeignet. Gegebenenfalls können mehrere Kunststofffolienformteile kombiniert werden, um komplexere Formen, wie etwa eine beidseitig ausgebildete Formstruktur, zu ermöglichen.The molded structure can advantageously have at least one molded plastic film part into which the product cavity and / or the cleaning chamber is introduced in the manner of a blister contour. Due to their advantageous properties and the cost-effective production method, blister packs are particularly suitable for carrying out the invention on an industrial scale. If necessary, several molded plastic film parts can be combined in order to enable more complex shapes, such as a molded structure formed on both sides.

Die Erfindung betrifft weiters eine Sammelverpackung für eine Vielzahl an Kontaktlinsen, die eine Vielzahl an Einwegverpackungen aufweist, die vorzugsweise lösbar miteinander verbunden sind. Die Sammelverpackung kann beispielsweise in der Art eines Tablettenblisters aufgebaut sein, der eine flache Anordnung der einzelnen Einwegverpackungen umfasst. Die Einwegverpackungen können beispielsweise an vorgesehenen Schwächungslinien von der Sammelverpackung abgerissen bzw. abgebrochen werden, sodass sie vom Benutzer aus als Einzelverpackung verwendet werden können.The invention further relates to a collective packaging for a large number of contact lenses, which has a large number of disposable packaging, which are preferably detachably connected to one another. The collective packaging can for example in the manner of a Be constructed tablet blisters, which comprises a flat arrangement of the individual disposable packaging. The disposable packaging can be torn off or broken off from the collective packaging, for example, at intended weakening lines, so that the user can use them as individual packaging.

Die gegenständliche Erfindung betrifft weiters eine Formstruktur der eingangs genannten Art, die zumindest eine Reinigungskammer zur Aufnahme eines Reinigungssystems zur Fingerreinigung und/oder -desinfektion aufweist, wobei die Reinigungskammer durch das erste Verschlussorgan und/oder ein weiteres Verschlussorgan in einer vom Benutzer öffenbaren Weise verschließbar ist. Alle Merkmale der erfindungsgemäßen Einwegverpackung sind im Grunde bereits durch die Form und Ausbildung der entsprechenden Formstruktur vordefiniert, d.h. jede Formstruktur ist spezifisch für die Herstellung der erfindungsgemäßen Einwegverpackung bzw. der erfindungsgemäßen Sammelverpackung ausgebildet und muss vom Kontaktlinsenhersteller lediglich mit den Kontaktlinsen und dem Reinigungssystem befüllt und verschlossen werden.The present invention further relates to a molded structure of the type mentioned at the outset, which has at least one cleaning chamber for receiving a cleaning system for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, the cleaning chamber being closable by the first closure member and / or a further closure member in a manner that can be opened by the user . All features of the disposable packaging according to the invention are basically already predefined by the shape and design of the corresponding molded structure, i.e. each molded structure is specifically designed for the production of the disposable packaging according to the invention or the collective packaging according to the invention and only needs to be filled and sealed by the contact lens manufacturer with the contact lenses and the cleaning system become.

In vorteilhafter Weise können die Produktkavität und die Reinigungskammer an einer Seite der Formstruktur angeordnet sein. Dies erlaubt beispielsweise eine gestapelte Anordnung der vorgefertigten Formstrukturen vor dem Abpacken und verringert das Transportvolumen.The product cavity and the cleaning chamber can advantageously be arranged on one side of the molded structure. This allows, for example, a stacked arrangement of the prefabricated form structures before packing and reduces the transport volume.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Weise können die Produktkavität und die Reinigungskammer an gegenüberliegenden Seiten der Formstruktur angeordnet sein. Dies kann beispielsweise durch mehrteilig ausgebildete Formstrukturen erzielt werden. Gegebenenfalls können die aus mehreren Teilen bestehenden Formstrukturen einzeln geliefert und erst im Zuge des Abpackvorganges miteinander zu der jeweiligen Formstruktur kombiniert werden.In a further advantageous manner, the product cavity and the cleaning chamber can be arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure. This can be achieved, for example, by means of multi-part molded structures. If necessary, the molded structures consisting of several parts can be delivered individually and only combined with one another to form the respective molded structure during the packaging process.

In einer vorteilhaften Ausgestaltung der Erfindung kann die Formstruktur zumindest ein Kunststofffolienformteil aufweisen, in welches die Produktkavität und/oder die Reinigungskammer in der Art einer Blisterkontur eingebracht sind. Dies erlaubt eine kostengünstige und dennoch hochwertige Herstellung der Formstruktur.In an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the molded structure can have at least one molded plastic film part into which the product cavity and / or the cleaning chamber are introduced in the manner of a blister contour. This allows a cost-effective yet high-quality production of the molded structure.

In vorteilhafter Weise kann die Formstruktur eine Vielzahl an Produktkavitäten und Reinigungskammern aufweisen, was die Herstellung von Sammelverpackungen für eine Vielzahl von Kontaktlinsen erlaubt.The molded structure can advantageously have a large number of product cavities and cleaning chambers, which allows the production of collective packaging for a large number of contact lenses.

Die gegenständliche Erfindung wird nachfolgend unter Bezugnahme auf die Figuren 1 bis 10 näher erläutert, die beispielhaft, schematisch und nicht einschränkend vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung zeigen. Dabei zeigt

  • Fig. 1 in schaubildlicher Darstellung eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform im verschlossenen Zustand von einer Oberseite her gesehen,
  • Fig. 2 eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung von der Unterseite her gesehen,
  • Fig. 3 in schaubildlicher Darstellung eine Sammelverpackung, die eine Vielzahl an Einwegverpackungen umfasst,
  • Fig. 4 eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung in einer teilweise geöffneten Anordnung, wobei eine Reinigungskammer freigelegt ist,
  • Fig. 5 die erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung in einer weiter geöffneten Anordnung, wobei auch die Produktkavität zugänglich ist,
  • Fig. 6 eine vollständig geöffnete erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung, nachdem das Verschlussorgan entfernt wurde,
  • Fig. 7 in schaubildlicher Darstellung eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform im verschlossenen Zustand von einer Oberseite her gesehen,
  • Fig. 8 in schaubildlicher Darstellung eine Sammelverpackung, die eine Vielzahl an Einwegverpackungen umfasst,
  • Fig. 9 eine teilweise geöffnete erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung, wobei eine Reinigungskammer zugänglich ist, und
  • Fig. 10 eine teilweise geöffnete erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung, wobei die Produktkavität zugänglich ist.
The present invention is described below with reference to Figures 1 to 10 explained in more detail, which show exemplary, schematic and non-limiting advantageous embodiments of the invention. It shows
  • Fig. 1 a diagrammatic representation of a disposable packaging according to the invention according to a first embodiment in the closed state seen from an upper side,
  • Fig. 2 a disposable packaging according to the invention seen from the bottom,
  • Fig. 3 a diagrammatic representation of a collective packaging that comprises a large number of disposable packaging,
  • Fig. 4 a disposable packaging according to the invention in a partially opened arrangement, with a cleaning chamber being exposed,
  • Fig. 5 the disposable packaging according to the invention in a more open arrangement, whereby the product cavity is also accessible,
  • Fig. 6 a fully opened disposable packaging according to the invention after the closure member has been removed,
  • Fig. 7 a diagrammatic representation of a disposable packaging according to the invention according to a further embodiment in the closed state seen from an upper side,
  • Fig. 8 a diagrammatic representation of a collective packaging that comprises a large number of disposable packaging,
  • Fig. 9 a partially opened disposable packaging according to the invention, wherein a cleaning chamber is accessible, and
  • Fig. 10 a partially opened disposable packaging according to the invention, wherein the product cavity is accessible.

In Fig. 1 und 2 ist eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung 1 einmal in einer Ansicht von oben und einmal in einer Ansicht von unten dargestellt. Die Einwegverpackung 1 besteht im Wesentlichen aus einer Formstruktur 3, in die eine Produktkavität 4 und eine Reinigungskammer 6 eingebracht sind. Die Formstruktur 3 kann beispielsweise aus einem Kunststofffolienformteil hergestellt sein, in welchen die Produktkavität 4 und die Reinigungskammer 6 durch Thermoformen in der Art einer Blisterverpackung eingebracht sind. Die Außenkonturen der Reinigungskammer 6 und der Produktkavität 4 sind in Fig. 2 dargestellt.In Figs. 1 and 2 a disposable packaging 1 according to the invention is shown once in a view from above and once in a view from below. The disposable packaging 1 essentially consists of a molded structure 3 into which a product cavity 4 and a cleaning chamber 6 are introduced. The molded structure 3 can for example be produced from a plastic film molded part, in which the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6 are introduced by thermoforming in the manner of a blister pack. The outer contours of the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are shown in FIG Fig. 2 shown.

Die Begriffe "oben" und "unten" sind im Zusammenhang mit der gegenständlichen Offenbarung rein aus Gründen der Beschreibung gewählt und sind in keiner Weise einschränkend auszulegen. Als "oben" wird dabei allgemein die Seite bezeichnet, zu der sich die Produktkavität 4 hin öffnet.The terms “above” and “below” are chosen in connection with the present disclosure purely for reasons of description and are in no way to be interpreted as restrictive. The side to which the product cavity 4 opens is generally referred to as "top".

Die Reinigungskammer 6 und die Produktkavität 4 sind an der Oberseite (Fig. 1) mit einer Verschlussorgan 5 verschlossen. Das Verschlussorgan 5 ist als eine einzige, zur Größe und Form der Formstruktur passende Deckelplatine ausgeführt, die in an sich bekannter Weise auf die Oberfläche der Formstruktur 3 aufgesiegelt ist, und die Produktkavität 4 und die Reinigungskammer 6 abdeckt und verschließt. Das Verschlussorgan 5 kann beispielsweise eine gegebenenfalls bedruckte und/oder geprägte Aluminiumfolie sein, deren Innenseite mit einer Siegellage beschichtet ist. Gegebenenfalls können auch beliebige Kunststoff-Verbundmaterialien (mit oder ohne Aluminiumschicht) als Verschlussorgan 5 verwendet werden, die im Stand der Technik für solche Zwecke bekannt sind.The cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are at the top ( Fig. 1 ) closed with a closure member 5. The closure member 5 is designed as a single cover plate matching the size and shape of the molded structure, which is sealed onto the surface of the molded structure 3 in a manner known per se, and covers and closes the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6. The closure member 5 can for example be an optionally printed and / or embossed aluminum foil, the inside of which is coated with a sealing layer. Any plastic composite materials (with or without an aluminum layer) which are known in the prior art for such purposes can also optionally be used as the closure member 5.

Das Verschlussorgan 5 weist an einer Seite eine Lasche 11 auf, an der das Verschlussorgan 5 nicht mit der Formstruktur 3 versiegelt ist. Das Verschlussorgan 5 kann vom Benutzer an dieser Lasche 11 ergriffen und zum Öffnen der Einwegverpackung abgezogen werden. Entsprechende Siegelsysteme, die ein solches Abziehen ermöglichen, sind im Fachbereich bekannt.The closure member 5 has a tab 11 on one side, on which the closure member 5 is not sealed to the molded structure 3. The closure member 5 can be gripped by the user on this flap 11 and pulled off to open the disposable packaging. Corresponding sealing systems which enable such peeling off are known in the specialist field.

Fig. 3 zeigt eine Sammelverpackung 9, die im dargestellten Fall aus fünf Einwegverpackungen 1 besteht, die in Form einer zusammenhängenden Blisterverpackung hergestellt sind. Die einzelnen Einwegverpackungen 1 sind durch Schwächungslinien 12 voneinander abgegrenzt, entlang derer das Verpackungsmaterial auseinandergebrochen bzw. -gerissen werden kann, um die einzelnen Einwegverpackungen 1 voneinander zu lösen. Fig. 3 shows a collective packaging 9, which in the illustrated case consists of five disposable packaging 1, which are produced in the form of a coherent blister pack. The individual disposable packaging 1 are delimited from one another by weakening lines 12, along which the packaging material can be broken apart or torn in order to detach the individual disposable packaging 1 from one another.

Die Verwendung der erfindungsgemäßen Einwegverpackung 1 wird im Folgenden unter Bezugnahme auf Fig. 4 bis 6 erläutert.The use of the disposable packaging 1 according to the invention is described below with reference to FIG Figures 4 to 6 explained.

Fig. 4 zeigt eine erfindungsgemäße Einwegverpackung 1, die der Darstellung der Fig. 1 und 2 entspricht, wobei das Verschlussorgan 5 etwa zur Hälfte zurückgezogen ist, sodass die Reinigungskammer 6 geöffnet ist, während die dahinterliegende Produktkavität 4 noch verschlossen bleibt. Die Reinigungskammer 6 enthält ein Reinigungssystem 7, das im Wesentlichen aus einem mit einem Reinigungs- und/oder Desinfektionsmittel getränkten Reinigungspad 8 besteht, das in die Reinigungskammer 6 eingelegt ist und dessen Oberfläche freigelegt ist, wenn die Reinigungskammer geöffnet ist. Die Oberfläche des Reinigungspads 8 ist ausreichend groß, um daran eine Fingerkuppe reinigen zu können. Fig. 4 shows a disposable packaging 1 according to the invention, which corresponds to the illustration of FIG Figs. 1 and 2 corresponds, with the closure member 5 being withdrawn approximately halfway so that the cleaning chamber 6 is open, while the product cavity 4 located behind it still remains closed. The cleaning chamber 6 contains a cleaning system 7 which essentially consists of a cleaning pad 8 soaked with a cleaning agent and / or disinfectant, which is inserted into the cleaning chamber 6 and the surface of which is exposed when the cleaning chamber is open. The surface of the cleaning pad 8 is sufficiently large to be able to clean a fingertip on it.

Fig. 5 zeigt die Einwegverpackung 1 der Fig. 4, wobei das Verschlussorgan 5 weiter abgezogen wurde, um auch die Produktkavität 4 zu öffnen, in der eine Kontaktlinse 2 angeordnet ist. Die Produktkavität 4 kann in bekannter Weise zur Aufbewahrung der Kontaktlinse 2 mit einem augenverträglichen Desinfektionsmittle gefüllt sein, wie dies im Fachbereich bekannt ist. Die Produktkavität 4 bildet ein Rippenmuster 10 aus, auf dem die Kontaktlinse 2 aufliegt, wobei die Wölbung der Kontaktlinse 2 zur Öffnung hin (d.h. nach oben hin) gerichtet ist. Fig. 5 shows the disposable packaging 1 of Fig. 4 , wherein the closure member 5 has been pulled off further in order to also open the product cavity 4 in which a contact lens 2 is arranged. The product cavity 4 can be filled in a known manner for storing the contact lens 2 with an eye-compatible disinfectant, as is known in the specialist field. The product cavity 4 forms a rib pattern 10 on which the Contact lens 2 rests, wherein the curvature of the contact lens 2 is directed towards the opening (ie upwards).

Um die Kontaktlinse 2 zu entnehmen und ins Auge einzusetzen, kann das Verschlussorgan 5 so weit abgezogen werden, bis die Reinigungskammer 6 und die Produktkavität 4 geöffnet sind, gegebenenfalls kann das Verschlussorgan auch vollständig abgezogen und entfernt werden, wie dies in Fig. 6 dargestellt ist. Vor dem Ergreifen der Kontaktlinse 2 kann die Fingerkuppe am Reinigungspad 8 abgewischt und dabei gereinigt bzw. desinfiziert werden. Danach wird die Kontaktlinse 2 mit der gereinigten Fingerkuppe berührt. Aufgrund der durch die Feuchtigkeit der Kontaktlinse 2 vermittelten Adhesionskräfte haftet die Kontaktlinse 2 an der Fingerkuppe und kann so aus der Produktkavität 4 entnommen und ins Auge eingesetzt werden.In order to remove the contact lens 2 and insert it into the eye, the closure member 5 can be pulled off until the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4 are open; if necessary, the closure member can also be pulled off completely and removed, as shown in FIG Fig. 6 is shown. Before grasping the contact lens 2, the fingertip can be wiped off on the cleaning pad 8 and cleaned or disinfected in the process. Then the contact lens 2 is touched with the cleaned fingertip. Due to the adhesive forces imparted by the moisture in the contact lens 2, the contact lens 2 adheres to the fingertip and can thus be removed from the product cavity 4 and inserted into the eye.

In der zuvor beschriebenen Ausführungsform ist jeweils nur ein einziges Verschlussorgan 5 dargestellt und beschrieben, das sowohl die Reinigungskammer 6, als auch die Produktkavität 4 verschließt. Es können jedoch auch mehrere Verschlussorgane, zum Beispiel ein erstes Verschlussorgan 5 für die Reinigungskammer 6 und eine weiteres Verschlussorgan für die Produktkavität vorgesehen sein.In the embodiment described above, only a single closure member 5 is shown and described, which closes both the cleaning chamber 6 and the product cavity 4. However, it is also possible to provide a plurality of closure members, for example a first closure member 5 for the cleaning chamber 6 and a further closure member for the product cavity.

In Fig. 7 bis 10 ist eine weitere Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Einwegverpackung dargestellt, wobei die Produktkavität 4 und die Reinigungskammer 6 an gegenüberliegenden Seiten angeordnet sind.In Figures 7 to 10 a further embodiment of the disposable packaging according to the invention is shown, the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6 being arranged on opposite sides.

Die in Fig. 7 dargestellte Einwegverpackung 1 weist ein Formstruktur 3 in Form eines Kunststoffblisters mit beidseitig angeordneten funktionellen Ausformungen auf. Die Formstruktur 3 weist an ihrer Oberseite eine Produktkavität 4 auf, die von einem ersten Verschlussorgan 5 verschlossen ist. Weiters weist die Formstruktur 3 an der gegenüberliegenden (d.h. der "unteren") Oberfläche eine Reinigungskammer 6 auf, die mit einem weiteren Verschlussorgan 5' verschlossen ist. Die Bezeichnungen "oben" und "unten" sind dabei wiederum rein auf die Darstellung in den Figuren bezogen und sind nicht einschränkend auszulegen.In the Fig. 7 The disposable packaging 1 shown has a shaped structure 3 in the form of a plastic blister with functional formations arranged on both sides. The shaped structure 3 has a product cavity 4 on its upper side, which is closed by a first closure member 5. Furthermore, the shaped structure 3 has a cleaning chamber 6 on the opposite (ie the "lower") surface, which is closed by a further closure element 5 '. The terms "above" and "below" are again based purely on the representation in the figures and are not to be interpreted as restrictive.

Die Formstruktur 3 kann beispielsweise durch zwei Kunststoffformteile aufgebaut sein, in die jeweils durch Thermoformen die entsprechenden Ausformungen (d.h. insbesondere die Produktkavität 4 und die Reinigungskammer 6) eingebracht sind. Die beiden Kunststoffformteile können dann miteinander verbunden werden, um die in etwa dosenartig gestaltet, beidseitige Form der in Fig. 7 dargestellten Formstruktur auszubilden.The molded structure 3 can be built up, for example, by two plastic molded parts, into each of which the corresponding moldings (ie in particular the product cavity 4 and the cleaning chamber 6) are introduced by thermoforming. The two plastic molded parts can then be connected to one another in order to create the approximately box-like shape, the two-sided shape of the in Fig. 7 Form structure shown.

Fig. 8 zeigt eine Sammelverpackung 9, die aus mehreren aneinanderhängenden Einwegverpackungen 1 gemäß Fig. 7 besteht. Die einzelnen Einwegverpackungen 1 der Sammelverpackung 9 können wiederum an Schwächungslinien 12 auseinandergebrochen bzw. -gerissen werden. Fig. 8 shows a collective packaging 9, which consists of a plurality of one-way packaging 1 connected to one another according to FIG Fig. 7 consists. The individual disposable packaging 1 of the collective packaging 9 can in turn be broken apart or torn at the weakening lines 12.

Die Verwendung der beidseitig ausgebildeten Einwegverpackung 1 ist in Fig 9 und 10 dargestellt. Zuerst wird die "Unterseite" der Einwegverpackung 1 durch Abziehen des weiteren Verschlussorgans 5' geöffnet und die Fingerkuppe kann mit dem dadurch freigelegten Reinigungssystem 7 gereinigt und/oder desinfiziert werden. Danach wird die Einwegverpackung 1 umgedreht (Fig. 10), sodass die Seite der Produktkavität 4 obenliegend angeordnet ist und es wird das erste Verschlussorgan 5 geöffnet. Dann kann die in der Produktkavität 4 befindliche Kontaktlinse 2 mit der gereinigten Fingerkuppe entnommen und ins Auge eingesetzt werden.The use of the disposable packaging 1 formed on both sides is shown in FIG Fig 9 and 10 shown. First, the "underside" of the disposable packaging 1 is opened by pulling off the further closure member 5 'and the fingertip can be cleaned and / or disinfected with the cleaning system 7 thus exposed. Then the disposable packaging 1 is turned over ( Fig. 10 ), so that the side of the product cavity 4 is arranged on top and the first closure member 5 is opened. The contact lens 2 located in the product cavity 4 can then be removed with the cleaned fingertip and inserted into the eye.

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  • Einwegverpackung 1Disposable packaging 1
  • Kontaktlinse 2Contact lens 2
  • Formstruktur 3Shape structure 3
  • Produktkavität 4Product cavity 4
  • erstes Verschlussorgan 5first closure member 5
  • weiteres Verschlussorgan 5'further closure element 5 '
  • Reinigungskammer 6Cleaning chamber 6
  • Reinigungssystem 7Cleaning system 7
  • Reinigungspad 8Cleaning pad 8
  • Sammelverpackung 9Collective packaging 9
  • Rippenmuster 10Rib pattern 10
  • Lasche 11Tab 11
  • Schwächungslinien 12Lines of weakness 12

Claims (12)

Einwegverpackung (1) für zumindest eine Kontaktlinse (2), wobei die Einwegverpackung (1) zumindest eine Formstruktur (3) aufweist, die zumindest eine Produktkavität (4) zur Aufnahme der Kontaktlinse (2) ausbildet, wobei die Produktkavität (4) durch ein vom Benutzer öffenbares erstes Verschlussorgan (5) verschlossen ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Formstruktur (3) zumindest eine Reinigungskammer (6) mit einem Reinigungssystem (7) zur Fingerreinigung und/oder -desinfektion aufweist, die durch das erste Verschlussorgan (5) und/oder ein vom Benutzer öffenbares weiteres Verschlussorgan (5') verschlossen ist.Disposable packaging (1) for at least one contact lens (2), the disposable packaging (1) having at least one shaped structure (3) which forms at least one product cavity (4) for receiving the contact lens (2), the product cavity (4) being through a first closure member (5) which can be opened by the user is closed, characterized in that the molded structure (3) has at least one cleaning chamber (6) with a cleaning system (7) for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, which is provided by the first closure member (5) and / or a further closure member (5 ') that can be opened by the user is closed. Einwegverpackung (1) nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Reinigungssystem (7) ein Reinigungs- und/oder Desinfektionsmittel in Form einer Flüssigkeit oder als Gel umfasst.Disposable packaging (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the cleaning system (7) comprises a cleaning and / or disinfectant in the form of a liquid or as a gel. Einwegverpackung (1) nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Reinigungssystem (7) ein Reinigungspad (8) umfasst.Disposable packaging (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the cleaning system (7) comprises a cleaning pad (8). Einwegverpackung (1) nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Produktkavität (4) und die Reinigungskammer (6) an einer Seite der Formstruktur (3) angeordnet sind.Disposable packaging (1) according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the product cavity (4) and the cleaning chamber (6) are arranged on one side of the molded structure (3). Einwegverpackung (1) nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Produktkavität (4) und die Reinigungskammer (6) an gegenüberliegenden Seiten der Formstruktur (3) angeordnet sind.Disposable packaging (1) according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the product cavity (4) and the cleaning chamber (6) are arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure (3). Einwegverpackung (1) nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Formstruktur (3) zumindest ein Kunststofffolienformteil aufweist, in welches die Produktkavität (4) und/oder die Reinigungskammer (6) in der Art einer Blisterkontur eingebracht ist.Disposable packaging (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the molded structure (3) has at least one plastic film molded part into which the product cavity (4) and / or the cleaning chamber (6) is introduced in the manner of a blister contour. Sammelverpackung (9) für eine Vielzahl an Kontaktlinsen (2), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Sammelverpackung (9) eine Vielzahl an Einwegverpackungen (1) nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 6 aufweist, die vorzugsweise lösbar miteinander verbunden sind.Collective packaging (9) for a large number of contact lenses (2), characterized in that the collective packaging (9) has a large number of disposable packaging (1) according to one of Claims 1 to 6, which are preferably detachably connected to one another. Formstruktur (3) für eine Einwegverpackung (1) für zumindest eine Kontaktlinse (2), wobei die Formstruktur (3) zumindest eine Produktkavität (4) zur Aufnahme der Kontaktlinse (2) ausbildet, wobei die Produktkavität (4) durch ein erstes Verschlussorgan (5) in einer vom Benutzer öffenbaren Weise verschließbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Formstruktur (3) zumindest eine Reinigungskammer (6) zur Aufnahme eines Reinigungssystems (7) zur Fingerreinigung und/oder -desinfektion aufweist, wobei die Reinigungskammer (6) durch das erste Verschlussorgan (5) und/oder ein weiteres Verschlussorgan (5') in einer vom Benutzer öffenbaren Weise verschließbar ist.Molded structure (3) for disposable packaging (1) for at least one contact lens (2), the molded structure (3) forming at least one product cavity (4) for receiving the contact lens (2), the product cavity (4) being secured by a first closure member ( 5) can be closed in a manner that can be opened by the user, characterized in that the shaped structure (3) has at least one cleaning chamber (6) for receiving a cleaning system (7) for cleaning and / or disinfecting fingers, the Cleaning chamber (6) can be closed by the first closure member (5) and / or a further closure member (5 ') in a manner that can be opened by the user. Formstruktur (3) nach Anspruch 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Produktkavität (4) und die Reinigungskammer (6) an einer Seite der Formstruktur (3) angeordnet sind.Molded structure (3) according to Claim 8, characterized in that the product cavity (4) and the cleaning chamber (6) are arranged on one side of the molded structure (3). Formstruktur (3) nach Anspruch 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Produktkavität (4) und die Reinigungskammer (6) an gegenüberliegenden Seiten der Formstruktur (3) angeordnet sind.Molded structure (3) according to Claim 8, characterized in that the product cavity (4) and the cleaning chamber (6) are arranged on opposite sides of the molded structure (3). Formstruktur (3) nach einem der Ansprüche 8 bis 10, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Formstruktur (3) zumindest ein Kunststofffolienformteil aufweist, in welches die Produktkavität (4) und/oder die Reinigungskammer (6) in der Art einer Blisterkontur eingebracht ist.The molded structure (3) according to any one of claims 8 to 10, characterized in that the molded structure (3) has at least one plastic film molded part into which the product cavity (4) and / or the cleaning chamber (6) is introduced in the manner of a blister contour. Formstruktur (3) nach einem der Ansprüche 8 bis 11, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Formstruktur (3) eine Vielzahl an Produktkavitäten (4) und Reinigungskammern (6) aufweist.Molded structure (3) according to one of Claims 8 to 11, characterized in that the molded structure (3) has a large number of product cavities (4) and cleaning chambers (6).
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