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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 14, 2009
Filed:
Jul. 08, 2003
Matthias Dammers, Alsdorf, DE;
Hans-willi Mainz, Heinsberg, DE;
Sven Hagen, Grevenbroich, DE;
Markus Wassum, Gottmadingen, DE;
Matthias Dammers, Alsdorf, DE;
Hans-Willi Mainz, Heinsberg, DE;
Sven Hagen, Grevenbroich, DE;
Markus Wassum, Gottmadingen, DE;
SIG Technology Ltd., Neuhausen am Rheinfall, CH;
Abstract
A method for applying a reclosable pouring element comprising a pouring opening and a flange and having a removable cap, to a container having an opening. The method comprising the steps of connecting the pouring element to a lid of the container having an opening by affixing the flange of the pouring element to the lid in a liquid-tight fashion. Sealing a section of a closure film on the pouring element so that the pouring opening of the pouring element still remains open. Connecting the lid to the container body in a liquid-tight fashion. Sterilizing an interior of the container. Filing the container with a product through the pouring opening. Closing the container by sealing the closure film onto the pouring element in such a fashion that the pouring opening of the pouring element is closed in a liquid-tight fashion and applying the cap to the pouring element.