US Patent:
20120061274, Mar 15, 2012
Inventors:
Santo Tumminello - Deland FL, US
Jonathan G. Parker - Debary FL, US
Assignee:
TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP - Mansfield MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/06
Abstract:
Hardpack devices including a cartridge and a cap are useful for protecting sterile medical instruments. The cartridge includes a body having an open end and a closed end, and defines an internal cavity. The cap is adapted for placement over the open end of the body for enclosing the internal cavity of the cartridge. A laser heat seal mark is scored at the interface between the cartridge and the cap to seal the device.