EP4049965A1 - Ampoule container with integrated ampoule breaker - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a device comprising an ampoule breaker with a tubular socket in which a breaking edge for separating an ampoule tip of an ampoule from its ampoule body is formed.
- Such a device is already known from the Community design patent 007438494.
- This is an ampoule holder with an integrated ampoule breaker that acts as an applicator.
- Ampoules especially those made of tubular glass, are used in chemistry, pharmacy and cosmetics. Ampoules are preferably used for powders or liquids that should ideally only be opened in portions and must be stored under airtight conditions until they are used.
- Ampoules have a predetermined breaking point below the ampoule tip, which can also be used to break off the ampoule tip and thus open the ampoule by hand if necessary without tools.
- this is not the preferred opening variant, since opening an ampoule creates glass edges and the process thus poses a risk of injury.
- Ampoule breakers are used to ensure the safest and most controlled opening possible.
- the ampoule tip in the ampoule crusher positioned in such a way that a breaking edge comes to rest at the predetermined breaking point and the ampoule tip is separated by lateral pressure on the ampoule body.
- Ampoule crushers without a housing, which are only placed around the predetermined breaking point, are also previously known.
- the traditional reusable ampoule breakers are designed to solve only the problem of opening the ampoule, while the location of the ampoule tip is often a problem.
- disposal options do not always have to be available. In such a case, the problem of temporarily storing a potentially sharp-edged and fragile glass object then arises.
- single-use solutions address the problem in which the ampoule breaker is disposed of together with the ampoule tip located in it after the ampoule has been opened. Although the aspect of safe interim storage of the ampoule tip until its disposal was addressed here, the solution comes at the price of a constant supply of ampoule breakers, which you now have to have in stock.
- most ampoule crushers have in common that they are available as a stand-alone tool and must be carried separately.
- the present invention is based on the object of providing a solution in which the ampoule breaker is assigned both a possibility for storing ampoules and for storing broken off ampule tips in such a way that after controlled breaking off by means of the ampule breaker, ampoule tips can be interim storage can be disposed of without contact.
- such a device comprises an ampoule breaker with a tubular plug-in receptacle in which a breaking edge is formed for separating an ampoule tip of an ampoule from its ampoule body, the ampoule breaker being integrated in one piece in an ampoule container for storing one or more closed ampoules and wherein the plug-in receptacle opens into a lid of the ampoule container.
- a device according to the invention consists of two parts, namely an ampoule container with an integrated ampoule breaker and a lid. If, with the lid on, an ampoule is inserted into the ampoule breaker and opened, the container can be turned upside down to be on the safe side, so that the ampoule tip falls out of the plug-in receptacle and into the lid.
- the sharp-edged and fragile ampoule tip can be temporarily stored in the lid without contact and the ampoule tip can be disposed of contact-free directly from the lid by tilting the ampoule container during which the lid is pulled off.
- the device thus provides a combination of an ampoule container and an ampoule crusher, so that ampoules stored in the ampoule container can be opened at any time directly and without additional tools.
- the severed ampoule tip can be stored in the cap without having to touch it again after breaking off.
- the ampoule container can have at least one first bulkhead in its lid, which forms a receiving compartment open on one side for receiving at least one ampoule tip severed from an ampoule in the lid.
- a receiving compartment can be opposite the open side of the plug-in receptacle of the ampoule breaker, so that the severed ampoule tip remains in this receiving compartment and does not fall around in the device in an uncontrolled manner.
- the device has a tubular plug-in receptacle in a compartment of the ampoule container, the compartment preferably being separated by at least one second bulkhead in the ampoule container.
- This bulkhead can serve to close off the interior of the ampoule container from the outside. Together with the outer wall, the bulkhead forms a space in which the tubular socket of the ampoule crusher can be located.
- the attachment of a bulkhead additionally protects the individual components of the ampoule crusher, some of which are designed to be movable, by supporting them and being able to limit their potential play to a necessary level. This means that the ampoule tip cannot become wedged between the flanks and damage them if excessive lateral tension is exerted.
- the bulkhead and outer wall will hold the ampoule breaker in position as a whole and will not be torn out of position by any excessive application of force as the surrounding walls can hold it in position from all sides.
- the second partition wall of the plug-in receptacle can be in alignment with the first partition wall of the cover when the cover is placed on as intended.
- the interaction of the two walls can ensure that the broken ampoule tip cannot get into the interior of the ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner. It makes sense here, but is not absolutely necessary for the first and second bulkheads to complement one another to form a continuous wall.
- the cover can be shaped to be twist-proof, ie it can only be placed on the ampoule container in one orientation.
- This design of the lid can prevent the receiving compartment in the lid from coming to rest on the side facing away from the ampoule breaker. In such a case, the broken ampoule tip would get into the interior of the ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner, since the receiving compartment is not aligned with the second bulkhead of the ampoule container. If the lid however, can only engage in a specific position on the ampoule container, the receiving compartment will always come to rest over the ampoule breaker.
- the cover can be rotationally symmetrical in shape and have a plurality of first bulkheads, one of which is arranged in all closed positions of the ampoule container such that the plug-in receptacle opens into a receiving compartment formed by this first bulkhead.
- This configuration of the lid guarantees that the ampoule tip always ends up in one of the compartments formed in the lid.
- the lid of an ampoule container with a square vertical cross-section can be put on in four possible positions without any problems, without a specific side configuration having to be preferred. In the case of a generally rectangular vertical cross-section, there would be two positions, which can be extended to regular, point-symmetrical figures in general.
- the lid may, with some advantage, be connected to the ampoule container via a folding hinge.
- a connection of the ampoule container to the lid can ensure that the orientation of the lid relative to the ampoule container always remains the same and the receiving compartment automatically comes to rest in the orientation of the second bulkhead.
- This construction can manage with a single, first bulkhead. In addition, it reduces the number of individual parts of the device.
- the plug-in receptacle is accessible from outside the ampoule container, preferably from its bottom side. This enables an ampoule removed from the ampoule case to be opened in the upright position of the ampoule case. In addition, this orientation allows the tip of the ampoule to be guided into the lid.
- the plug-in receptacle is slotted at least in sections, forming at least two flanks. This makes it easier the positioning of the ampoule tip in the ampoule breaker, as this makes the flanks flexible and allows them to avoid the ampoule body.
- flanks of the plug-in receptacle can be designed under prestress. This allows both the ampoule tip to snap easily into the ampoule breaker and the breaking edge to be precisely positioned at the predetermined breaking point of the ampoule. Furthermore, after the ampoule tip has been separated, it is held in the plug-in receptacle and is not lost during the opening process if it is stored upright.
- ampoule compartments can be formed in the ampoule container, each of which can accommodate at least one ampoule, preferably with a press fit.
- the ampoule compartments can ensure that the individual ampoules cannot collide with one another. On the one hand, this prevents mechanical noises when transporting several ampoules in the ampoule container, and on the other hand, the ampoule elements can be used for shock absorption. In the event that the ampoule container tips over or falls, the ampoules can be protected from breakage.
- the ampoule compartments can serve to keep the interior of the ampoule container tidy by keeping certain spaces free for the ampoules and thus making optimal use of the interior.
- the ampoule compartments can have elastic clamping elements for receiving at least one ampoule in a non-positive manner. This keeps the ampoules in their respective positions in the ampule case. This can prevent a number of ampoules from sliding out of a tilted ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner.
- the ampoule compartments of the ampoule container can also be formed by means of a separating element, which is preferably detachably connected to the ampoule container.
- the ampoule compartments can be considered wear parts. If, for example, the clamping elements assigned to the separating elements can no longer fulfill their purpose due to signs of wear and tear, they can be replaced by using a new separating element. It can also be useful to make the separating elements from a different material than the ampoule container. In this case, inserting the removable separating elements can represent a simple production solution.
- the plug-in receptacle can be assigned a window that is accessible from outside the ampoule container for checking the position and/or for pushing out a severed ampoule tip.
- a window that is accessible from outside the ampoule container for checking the position and/or for pushing out a severed ampoule tip.
- figure 1 shows an ampoule breaker 5, which is integrated into an ampoule container 3, in which glass ampoules can be accommodated and stored.
- the ampoule breaker 5 is accessible for the ampoule tip from the bottom 15 of the ampoule container 3 .
- the window 10 serves to visually check the position of the ampoule tip in the ampoule crusher 5 and allows the broken ampoule tip to be pushed out again with your finger if it gets stuck in the ampoule crusher 5 .
- the flanks 8 help to position the tip of the ampoule in the ampoule breaker 5, so that a breaking edge 7 formed on the flanks 8 comes to rest on a predetermined breaking point of the ampoule.
- the ampoule container 3 is assigned a cover 1 which has a latching element 16 as a closure element which interacts with a counter-latching element 17 of the ampoule container 3 .
- a storage compartment 4 is provided in the cover 1 and is sealed off from the rest of the interior of the cover 1 by a first bulkhead 2 .
- this receiving compartment 4 comes to rest above the ampoule crusher 5 .
- the device is closed, it is used to transfer a broken ampoule tip into the receiving compartment 4 with a tilting movement of the device from the ampoule breaker 5 into the cover 1 .
- the first bulkhead 2 does not reach into the latching element 16 of the lid 1 so that the device can be closed by the lid 1 latching with the ampoule container 3 .
- the cover 1 can be stripped off and the ampoule tip can be disposed of contactlessly from the receiving compartment 4.
- the first bulkhead 2 in the cover 1 prevents the broken-off ampoule tip from slipping between the ampoules still held in the ampoule container 3 .
- figure 2 shows a cross-section of the device, with the position of a rail element 14 in the interior of the ampoule container 3 being indicated.
- the rail elements are used to position one in the figure 2 not shown separating element 12, which for positioning the individual in the ampoule container 3 to be recorded ampoules is used.
- the figure 2 a tubular plug-in receptacle 6 of the ampoule breaker 5 for receiving the ampoule tip in the ampoule breaker 5. This opens out laterally into the window 10, through which the position of the ampoule tip in the plug-in receptacle 6 can be checked on the one hand and on the other hand with a finger in either direction can be pushed out of the socket 6 or in the direction of the cover 1 in this.
- a second bulkhead 9 is provided, which is arranged in the ampoule container 3 in such a way that it is aligned with the first bulkhead 2 when the lid 1 is opened in the intended manner located on the ampoule container 3.
- the bulkheads 2 and 9 do not have to be continuous or complement each other to form a continuous wall. It is sufficient here if the broken-off ampoule tip is prevented from falling out of the receiving compartment 4 .
- FIG. 3 shows the view of the interior of the ampoule container 3 from above.
- the interior of the ampoule container 3 contains, on the one hand, the ampoule crusher 5 and, on the other hand, a separating element 12 with elastic clamping elements 13 is positioned in the rail elements 14 .
- This separating element 12 divides the interior of the ampoule container 3 into ampoule compartments 11.
- the clamping elements 13 protrude into the ampoule compartments 11 and are thus able to hold ampoules inserted into the ampoule compartments 11 in position.
- the elastic clamping elements are pushed aside while the ampoules are being inserted and build up a pretension which presses the respective ampule against the opposite wall due to the resulting spring force. The resulting static friction prevents the ampoules from falling out.
- the separating element 12 with the clamping elements 13 can be inserted by simply sliding it into the rail elements 14 and removed in the opposite direction, so that the ampoule container 13 can be removed when the separating element 12 can be easily cleaned. It is also readily possible to replace the separating element 12 with a spare part.
- a device in which an ampoule crusher is integrated into an ampoule container is thus described above.
- the lid of the ampoule container has a receptacle for the temporary storage and disposal of a severed ampoule tip.
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Die Erfindung sieht vor, neben der Integration des Ampullenbrechers (5) in einem Ampullenbehälter (3) dem Deckel (1) des Ampullenbehälters ein Aufnahmefach (4) zuzuordnen, das mit dem Ampullenbrecher (5) verbunden ist. Bei bestimmungsgemäß aufgesetztem Deckel (1) kann der Ampullenbehälter (3) nach dem Abbrechen der Ampullenspitze umgedreht, geöffnet und die in den Deckel (1) durchgefallene Ampullenspitze leicht entnommen werden. Dies wird durch das Aufnahmefach (4) weiter erleichtert, da hierdurch die abgebrochene Ampullenspitze nicht zwischen die anderen im Ampullenbehälter (3) aufgenommenen Ampullen fallen kann.In addition to the integration of the ampoule breaker (5) in an ampoule container (3), the invention provides for the lid (1) of the ampoule container to be assigned a receiving compartment (4) which is connected to the ampoule breaker (5). With the lid (1) in place as intended, the ampoule container (3) can be turned upside down after the ampoule tip has been broken off, opened and the ampoule tip that has fallen through the lid (1) can be easily removed. This is further facilitated by the receptacle (4), since the broken-off ampoule tip cannot fall between the other ampules accommodated in the ampoule container (3).
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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung umfassend einen Ampullenbrecher mit einer röhrenförmigen Steckaufnahme, in welcher eine Bruchkante zum Abtrennen einer Ampullenspitze einer Ampulle von deren Ampullenkörper gebildet ist.The present invention relates to a device comprising an ampoule breaker with a tubular socket in which a breaking edge for separating an ampoule tip of an ampoule from its ampoule body is formed.
Eine derartige Vorrichtung ist bereits aus dem Gemeinschaftsgeschmacksmuster 007438494 vorbekannt. Hierbei handelt es sich um einen Ampullenhalter mit einem integrierten Ampullenbrecher, der als Applikator fungiert. Ampullen, vor allem solche aus Röhrenglas, finden ihre Anwendung sowohl in der Chemie, der Pharmazie als auch in der Kosmetik. Ampullen werden bevorzugt bei Pulvern oder Flüssigkeiten eingesetzt, die idealerweise nur portionsweise geöffnet werden sollen und bis zur Anwendung unter Luftabschluss gelagert werden müssen.Such a device is already known from the Community design patent 007438494. This is an ampoule holder with an integrated ampoule breaker that acts as an applicator. Ampoules, especially those made of tubular glass, are used in chemistry, pharmacy and cosmetics. Ampoules are preferably used for powders or liquids that should ideally only be opened in portions and must be stored under airtight conditions until they are used.
Ampullen verfügen über eine Sollbruchstelle unterhalb der Ampullenspitze, die auch notfalls ohne Hilfsmittel von Hand zum Abbrechen der Ampullenspitze und somit zum Öffnen der Ampulle verwendet werden kann. Allerdings stellt das nicht die bevorzugte Öffnungsvariante dar, da beim Öffnen einer Ampulle Glaskanten entstehen und der Vorgang somit eine Verletzungsgefahr birgt. Um ein möglichst sicheres und kontrolliertes Öffnen zu gewährleisten, werden Ampullenbrecher eingesetzt. Hierbei wird die Ampullenspitze in dem Ampullenbrecher so positioniert, dass eine Bruchkante an der Sollbruchstelle zum Liegen kommt und durch seitlichen Druck auf den Ampullenkörper die Ampullenspitze abgetrennt wird. Auch gehäuselose Ampullenbrecher, die sich nur um die Sollbruchstelle legen sind vorbekannt.Ampoules have a predetermined breaking point below the ampoule tip, which can also be used to break off the ampoule tip and thus open the ampoule by hand if necessary without tools. However, this is not the preferred opening variant, since opening an ampoule creates glass edges and the process thus poses a risk of injury. Ampoule breakers are used to ensure the safest and most controlled opening possible. Here, the ampoule tip in the ampoule crusher positioned in such a way that a breaking edge comes to rest at the predetermined breaking point and the ampoule tip is separated by lateral pressure on the ampoule body. Ampoule crushers without a housing, which are only placed around the predetermined breaking point, are also previously known.
Die herkömmlichen wiederverwendbaren Ampullenbrecher sind so konzipiert, dass sie nur das Problem des Öffnens der Ampulle lösen, während der Verbleib der Ampullenspitze oft ein Problem darstellt. Eine Entsorgungsmöglichkeit muss jedoch nicht immer gegeben sein. In einem solchen Fall tritt dann das Problem der Zwischenlagerung eines potenziell scharfkantigen und zerbrechlichen Glasgegenstandes auf. Hierbei greifen Einweglösungen das Problem auf, bei denen der Ampullenbrecher nach dem Öffnen der Ampulle zusammen mit der in ihm befindlichen Ampullenspitze entsorgt wird. Obwohl hier der Aspekt der sicheren Zwischenlagerung der Ampullenspitze bis zu deren Entsorgung adressiert wurde, erkauft man sich die Lösung durch einen stetigen Nachschub von Ampullenbrechern, die man nun vorrätig haben muss. Zusätzlich ist den meisten Ampullenbrechern gemeinsam, dass sie als alleinstehendes Werkzeug vorliegen und separat mitgeführt werden müssen.The traditional reusable ampoule breakers are designed to solve only the problem of opening the ampoule, while the location of the ampoule tip is often a problem. However, disposal options do not always have to be available. In such a case, the problem of temporarily storing a potentially sharp-edged and fragile glass object then arises. Here, single-use solutions address the problem in which the ampoule breaker is disposed of together with the ampoule tip located in it after the ampoule has been opened. Although the aspect of safe interim storage of the ampoule tip until its disposal was addressed here, the solution comes at the price of a constant supply of ampoule breakers, which you now have to have in stock. In addition, most ampoule crushers have in common that they are available as a stand-alone tool and must be carried separately.
Vor diesem Hintergrund liegt der vorliegenden Erfindung die Aufgabe zu Grunde, eine Lösung anzugeben, bei welcher dem Ampullenbrecher sowohl eine Möglichkeit zur Aufbewahrung von Ampullen, als auch zur Aufbewahrung abgebrochener Ampullenspitzen derart zugeordnet sind, dass Ampullenspitzen nach dem kontrollierten Abbrechen mittels des Ampullenbrechers nach einer möglichen Zwischenlagerung kontaktlos entsorgt werden können.Against this background, the present invention is based on the object of providing a solution in which the ampoule breaker is assigned both a possibility for storing ampoules and for storing broken off ampule tips in such a way that after controlled breaking off by means of the ampule breaker, ampoule tips can be interim storage can be disposed of without contact.
Gelöst wird dieses Problem durch eine Vorrichtung gemäß den Merkmalen des unabhängigen Anspruchs 1. Weitere sinnvolle Ausgestaltungen einer solchen Vorrichtung können den sich anschließenden abhängigen Ansprüchen entnommen werden.This problem is solved by a device according to the features of
Erfindungsgemäß ist es vorgesehen, dass eine solche Vorrichtung einen Ampullenbrecher mit einer röhrenförmigen Steckaufnahme umfasst, in welcher eine Bruchkante zum Abtrennen einer Ampullenspitze einer Ampulle von deren Ampullenkörper gebildet ist, wobei der Ampullenbrecher einstückig in einem Ampullenbehälter zur Aufbewahrung einer oder mehrerer geschlossener Ampullen integriert ist und wobei die Steckaufnahme in einen Deckel des Ampullenbehälters mündet. Im Wesentlichen besteht eine erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung also aus zwei Teilen, nämlich einem Ampullenbehälter mit integriertem Ampullenbrecher und einem Deckel. Im Fall, dass bei aufgesetztem Deckel eine Ampulle zur Öffnung in den Ampullenbrecher eingesteckt und geöffnet wird, kann sicherheitshalber der Behälter über Kopf gedreht werden, so dass die Ampullenspitze aus der Steckaufnahme in den Deckel einfällt.According to the invention, it is provided that such a device comprises an ampoule breaker with a tubular plug-in receptacle in which a breaking edge is formed for separating an ampoule tip of an ampoule from its ampoule body, the ampoule breaker being integrated in one piece in an ampoule container for storing one or more closed ampoules and wherein the plug-in receptacle opens into a lid of the ampoule container. Essentially, a device according to the invention consists of two parts, namely an ampoule container with an integrated ampoule breaker and a lid. If, with the lid on, an ampoule is inserted into the ampoule breaker and opened, the container can be turned upside down to be on the safe side, so that the ampoule tip falls out of the plug-in receptacle and into the lid.
Dies ist besonders vorteilhaft, da die scharfkantige und zerbrechliche Ampullenspitze auf diese Weise kontaktlos im Deckel zwischengelagert werden kann und durch eine Kippbewegung des Ampullenbehälters, während welcher der Deckel abgezogen wird, die Ampullenspitze kontaktfrei direkt aus dem Deckel entsorgt werden kann.This is particularly advantageous since the sharp-edged and fragile ampoule tip can be temporarily stored in the lid without contact and the ampoule tip can be disposed of contact-free directly from the lid by tilting the ampoule container during which the lid is pulled off.
Somit sieht die Vorrichtung eine Kombination aus einem Ampullenbehälter und einem Ampullenbrecher vor, so dass in dem Ampullenbehälter vorgehaltene Ampullen jederzeit direkt und ohne weiteres Werkzeug geöffnet werden können. Die abgetrennte Ampullenspitze kann in dem Deckel aufbewahrt werden, ohne dass sie nach dem Abbrechen nochmals angefasst werden muss.The device thus provides a combination of an ampoule container and an ampoule crusher, so that ampoules stored in the ampoule container can be opened at any time directly and without additional tools. The severed ampoule tip can be stored in the cap without having to touch it again after breaking off.
Ferner kann der Ampullenbehälter in seinem Deckel wenigstens eine erste Schottwand aufweisen, welche ein einseitig offenes Aufnahmefach zur Aufnahme wenigstens einer von einer Ampulle abgetrennten Ampullenspitze in dem Deckel ausbildet. Ein solches Aufnahmefach kann der offenen Seite der Steckaufnahme des Ampullenbrechers gegenüberliegen, so dass die abgetrennte Ampullenspitze in diesem Aufnahmefach verbleibt und nicht unkontrolliert in der Vorrichtung umherfällt.Furthermore, the ampoule container can have at least one first bulkhead in its lid, which forms a receiving compartment open on one side for receiving at least one ampoule tip severed from an ampoule in the lid. Such a receiving compartment can be opposite the open side of the plug-in receptacle of the ampoule breaker, so that the severed ampoule tip remains in this receiving compartment and does not fall around in the device in an uncontrolled manner.
Von Vorteil ist es, wenn die Vorrichtung eine röhrenförmige Steckaufnahme in einem Abteil des Ampullenbehälters aufweist, wobei das Abteil vorzugsweise von wenigstens einer zweiten Schottwand in dem Ampullenbehälter abgetrennt ist. Diese Schottwand kann dazu dienen, den Innenraum des Ampullenbehälters nach außen hin abzuschließen. Zusammen mit der Außenwand bildet die Schottwand einen Raum, in dem sich die röhrenförmige Steckaufnahme des Ampullenbrechers befinden kann. Die Anbringung einer Schottwand schützt zusätzlich die einzelnen, teils beweglich ausgestalteten, Bauelemente des Ampullenbrechers, indem sie diese stützt und ihr mögliches Spiel auf ein notwendiges Maß begrenzen kann. Somit kann die Ampullenspitze bei übermäßigem seitlich ausgeübtem Zug nicht zwischen den Flanken verkeilen und diese beschädigen. Auch wird durch die Schottwand und die Außenwand der Ampullenbrecher als Ganzes in Position gehalten und durch mögliche überschüssige Kraftanwendungen nicht aus seiner Position gerissen, da die ihn umgebenden Wände von allen Seiten in der Position halten können.It is advantageous if the device has a tubular plug-in receptacle in a compartment of the ampoule container, the compartment preferably being separated by at least one second bulkhead in the ampoule container. This bulkhead can serve to close off the interior of the ampoule container from the outside. Together with the outer wall, the bulkhead forms a space in which the tubular socket of the ampoule crusher can be located. The attachment of a bulkhead additionally protects the individual components of the ampoule crusher, some of which are designed to be movable, by supporting them and being able to limit their potential play to a necessary level. This means that the ampoule tip cannot become wedged between the flanks and damage them if excessive lateral tension is exerted. Also, the bulkhead and outer wall will hold the ampoule breaker in position as a whole and will not be torn out of position by any excessive application of force as the surrounding walls can hold it in position from all sides.
Von Vorteil ist es, wenn die zweite Schottwand der Steckaufnahme sich bei bestimmungsgemäß aufgesetztem Deckel in Flucht mit der ersten Schottwand des Deckels befinden kann. Das Zusammenspiel der beiden Wände kann dafür sorgen, dass die abgebrochene Ampullenspitze nicht unkontrolliert in den Innenraum des Ampullenbehälters geraten kann. Hierbei ist es sinnvoll, aber nicht unbedingt erforderlich, dass erste und zweite Schottwände sich zu einer durchgehenden Wand ergänzen.It is advantageous if the second partition wall of the plug-in receptacle can be in alignment with the first partition wall of the cover when the cover is placed on as intended. The interaction of the two walls can ensure that the broken ampoule tip cannot get into the interior of the ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner. It makes sense here, but is not absolutely necessary for the first and second bulkheads to complement one another to form a continuous wall.
Bevorzugtermaßen kann der Deckel verdrehsicher geformt sein, also nur in einer Ausrichtung auf den Ampullenbehälter aufsetzbar sein. Diese Ausführung des Deckels kann verhindern, dass das Aufnahmefach im Deckel auf der vom Ampullenbrecher abgewandten Seite zum Liegen kommt. In einem solchen Fall würde die abgebrochene Ampullenspitze unkontrolliert in den Innenraum des Ampullenbehälters gelangen, da das Aufnahmefach nicht in Flucht mit der zweiten Schottwand des Ampullenbehälters ausgerichtet wird. Wenn der Deckel allerdings nur in einer bestimmten Position auf dem Ampullenbehälter einrasten kann, wird das Aufnahmefach stets über dem Ampullenbrecher zum Liegen kommen.Preferably, the cover can be shaped to be twist-proof, ie it can only be placed on the ampoule container in one orientation. This design of the lid can prevent the receiving compartment in the lid from coming to rest on the side facing away from the ampoule breaker. In such a case, the broken ampoule tip would get into the interior of the ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner, since the receiving compartment is not aligned with the second bulkhead of the ampoule container. If the lid however, can only engage in a specific position on the ampoule container, the receiving compartment will always come to rest over the ampoule breaker.
In konkreter Ausgestaltung kann der Deckel drehsymmetrisch geformt sein und mehrere erste Schottwände aufweisen, von denen in allen Verschlusspositionen des Ampullenbehälters jeweils eine so angeordnet ist, dass die Steckaufnahme in ein von dieser ersten Schottwand gebildetes Aufnahmefach mündet. Diese Ausgestaltung des Deckels garantiert, dass die Ampullenspitze in jedem Fall in einem der ausgebildeten Aufnahmefächer des Deckels landet. Dabei kann der Deckel eines Ampullenbehälters mit einem quadratischen Höhenquerschnitt in vier möglichen Positionen problemlos aufgesetzt werden, ohne dass eine bestimmte Seitenkonfiguration bevorzugt werden muss. Bei einem allgemein rechteckigen Höhenquerschnitt wären es zwei Positionen, was sich auf regelmäßige, punktsymmetrische Figuren im Allgemeinen ausdehnen lässt.In a specific embodiment, the cover can be rotationally symmetrical in shape and have a plurality of first bulkheads, one of which is arranged in all closed positions of the ampoule container such that the plug-in receptacle opens into a receiving compartment formed by this first bulkhead. This configuration of the lid guarantees that the ampoule tip always ends up in one of the compartments formed in the lid. The lid of an ampoule container with a square vertical cross-section can be put on in four possible positions without any problems, without a specific side configuration having to be preferred. In the case of a generally rectangular vertical cross-section, there would be two positions, which can be extended to regular, point-symmetrical figures in general.
Der Deckel kann mit einigem Vorteil über ein Klappscharnier mit dem Ampullenbehälter verbunden sein. Eine Verbindung des Ampullenbehälters mit dem Deckel kann dafür sorgen, dass die Ausrichtung des Deckels gegenüber dem Ampullenbehälter stets gleich bleibt und das Aufnahmefach automatisch in Ausrichtung der zweiten Schottwand zum Liegen kommt. Diese Konstruktion kann mit einer einzigen, ersten Schottwand auskommen. Zusätzlich reduziert sie die Anzahl der Einzelteile der Vorrichtung.The lid may, with some advantage, be connected to the ampoule container via a folding hinge. A connection of the ampoule container to the lid can ensure that the orientation of the lid relative to the ampoule container always remains the same and the receiving compartment automatically comes to rest in the orientation of the second bulkhead. This construction can manage with a single, first bulkhead. In addition, it reduces the number of individual parts of the device.
Von Vorteil kann es weiter sein, wenn die Steckaufnahme von außerhalb des Ampullenbehälters, vorzugsweise von dessen Bodenseite her, zugänglich ist. Dies ermöglicht es, eine aus dem Ampullenbehälter entnommene Ampulle in der aufrechten Position des Ampullenbehälters zu öffnen. Zusätzlich kann durch diese Orientierung die Ampullenspitze in den Deckel geleitet werden.It can also be advantageous if the plug-in receptacle is accessible from outside the ampoule container, preferably from its bottom side. This enables an ampoule removed from the ampoule case to be opened in the upright position of the ampoule case. In addition, this orientation allows the tip of the ampoule to be guided into the lid.
Es hat sich als vorteilhaft erwiesen, wenn die Steckaufnahme unter Bildung wenigstens zweier Flanken zumindest abschnittsweise geschlitzt ist. Dies erleichtert die Positionierung der Ampullenspitze im Ampullenbrecher, da die Flanken hierdurch flexibel sind und dem Ampullenkörper ausweichen können.It has proven to be advantageous if the plug-in receptacle is slotted at least in sections, forming at least two flanks. This makes it easier the positioning of the ampoule tip in the ampoule breaker, as this makes the flanks flexible and allows them to avoid the ampoule body.
In konkreter Ausgestaltung können die Flanken der Steckaufnahme unter Vorspannung ausgebildet sein. Dies erlaubt sowohl ein leichtes Einrasten der Ampullenspitze im Ampullenbrecher als auch die präzise Positionierung der Bruchkante an der Sollbruchstelle der Ampulle. Ferner wird nach dem Abtrennen der Ampullenspitze diese in der Steckaufnahme gehalten und geht im Fall einer aufrechten Lagerung während des Öffnungsvorgangs nicht verloren.In a specific embodiment, the flanks of the plug-in receptacle can be designed under prestress. This allows both the ampoule tip to snap easily into the ampoule breaker and the breaking edge to be precisely positioned at the predetermined breaking point of the ampoule. Furthermore, after the ampoule tip has been separated, it is held in the plug-in receptacle and is not lost during the opening process if it is stored upright.
Mit besonderem Vorteil können in dem Ampullenbehälter Ampullenabteile gebildet sein, welche jeweils wenigstens eine Ampulle, vorzugsweise im Klemmsitz, aufnehmen können. Die Ampullenabteile können dafür sorgen, dass die einzelnen Ampullen nicht gegeneinanderstoßen können. Dies verhindert zum einen mechanische Geräusche beim Transport mehrerer Ampullen im Ampullenbehälter, zum anderen können die Ampullenelemente zur Schockabsorption dienen. Im Falle, dass der Ampullenbehälter umkippt oder fällt, können so die Ampullen vor Bruch geschützt werden. Zusätzlich können die Ampullenabteile der Ordnung im Innenraum des Ampullenbehälters dienen, indem sie den Ampullen bestimmte Plätze freihalten und somit auch den Innenraum optimal ausnutzen.With particular advantage, ampoule compartments can be formed in the ampoule container, each of which can accommodate at least one ampoule, preferably with a press fit. The ampoule compartments can ensure that the individual ampoules cannot collide with one another. On the one hand, this prevents mechanical noises when transporting several ampoules in the ampoule container, and on the other hand, the ampoule elements can be used for shock absorption. In the event that the ampoule container tips over or falls, the ampoules can be protected from breakage. In addition, the ampoule compartments can serve to keep the interior of the ampoule container tidy by keeping certain spaces free for the ampoules and thus making optimal use of the interior.
In konkreter Ausgestaltung können die Ampullenabteile elastische Klemmelemente zur kraftschlüssigen Aufnahme jeweils wenigstens einer Ampulle aufweisen. Dadurch werden die Ampullen an ihren jeweiligen Positionen im Ampullenbehälter gehalten. Dies kann ein unkontrolliertes Herausgleiten mehrerer Ampullen aus einem gekippten Ampullenbehälter verhindern.In a specific embodiment, the ampoule compartments can have elastic clamping elements for receiving at least one ampoule in a non-positive manner. This keeps the ampoules in their respective positions in the ampule case. This can prevent a number of ampoules from sliding out of a tilted ampoule container in an uncontrolled manner.
Die Ampullenabteile des Ampullenbehälters können ferner vermittels eines, vorzugsweise lösbar mit dem Ampullenbehälter verbundenen, Trennelements gebildet werden. Die Ampullenabteile können als Verschleißteile angesehen werden. Wenn etwa die Klemmelemente, die den Trennelementen zugeordnet sein können, durch Abnutzungserscheinungen nicht mehr ihrem Zweck nachkommen können, können sie durch den Einsatz eines neuen Trennelements ausgetauscht werden. Auch kann es nützlich sein, die Trennelemente aus einem anderen Material zu fertigen als den Ampullenbehälter. Hierbei kann das Einsetzen der herausnehmbaren Trennelemente eine einfache Fertigungslösung darstellen.The ampoule compartments of the ampoule container can also be formed by means of a separating element, which is preferably detachably connected to the ampoule container. The ampoule compartments can be considered wear parts. If, for example, the clamping elements assigned to the separating elements can no longer fulfill their purpose due to signs of wear and tear, they can be replaced by using a new separating element. It can also be useful to make the separating elements from a different material than the ampoule container. In this case, inserting the removable separating elements can represent a simple production solution.
In einer konkreten Ausgestaltung kann der Steckaufnahme ein von außerhalb des Ampullenbehälters zugängliches Fenster zur Positionskontrolle und/oder zum Ausschieben einer abgetrennten Ampullenspitze zugeordnet sein. Durch eine solche Ausführung kann der Anwender die Position der Ampullenspitze im Ampullenbrecher visuell kontrollieren, was zur einer intuitiveren Handhabung des Ampullenbrechers führen kann. Auch im unwahrscheinlichen Fall eines Verkeilens der Ampullenspitze oder anderer Kleingegenstände im Ampullenbrecher können durch das Fenster Maßnahmen zu deren Entfernung ergriffen werden.In a specific embodiment, the plug-in receptacle can be assigned a window that is accessible from outside the ampoule container for checking the position and/or for pushing out a severed ampoule tip. Such a design allows the user to visually check the position of the ampoule tip in the ampoule crusher, which can lead to more intuitive handling of the ampoule crusher. Also, in the unlikely event of the vial tip or other small objects becoming wedged in the vial breaker, steps can be taken through the window to remove them.
Die vorstehend beschriebene Erfindung wird im Folgenden anhand eines Ausführungsbeispiels näher erläutert.The invention described above is explained in more detail below using an exemplary embodiment.
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Figur 1- einen in einem Ampullenbehälter integrierten Ampullenbrecher und einen zugehörigen Deckel in perspektivischer Darstellung von schräg unten,
Figur 2- den Ampullenbehälter mit integriertem Ampullenbrecher gemäß
Figur 1 in einem seitlichen Querschnitt, Figur 3- den Ampullenbehälter mit integriertem Ampullenbrecher gemäß
Figur 1 mit abgenommenem Deckel in einer Draufsicht von oben.
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- an ampoule breaker integrated in an ampoule container and an associated lid in a perspective view diagonally from below,
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figure 1 with the lid removed in a plan view from above.
Vorstehend beschrieben ist somit eine Vorrichtung, in der ein Ampullenbrecher in einen Ampullenbehälter integriert ist. Der Deckel des Ampullenbehälters weist ein Aufnahmefach zur Zwischenlagerung und Entsorgung einer abgetrennten Ampullenspitze auf.A device in which an ampoule crusher is integrated into an ampoule container is thus described above. The lid of the ampoule container has a receptacle for the temporary storage and disposal of a severed ampoule tip.
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dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Ampullenbrecher (5) einstückig in einem Ampullenbehälter (3) zur Aufbewahrung einer oder mehrerer geschlossener Ampullen integriert ist, wobei der Ampullenbehälter (3) einen Deckel (1) aufweist und die Steckaufnahme (6) in den bestimmungsgemäß auf dem Ampullenbehälter (3) aufgesetzten Deckel (1) mündet.Device comprising an ampoule breaker (5) with a tubular plug-in receptacle (6) in which a breaking edge (7) for separating an ampoule tip of an ampoule from its ampoule body is formed,
characterized in that the ampoule breaker (5) is integrated in one piece in an ampoule container (3) for storing one or more closed ampoules, the ampoule container (3) having a lid (1) and the plug-in receptacle (6) in the intended place on the ampoule container (3) attached lid (1) opens.
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