Container for transport of hazardous materials

Details Container for transport of hazardous materials Container for transport of hazardous materials

2007-03-06

2007-03-06

Berman, Jack I. (Department: 2881)

Radiant energy

Radiation controlling means

Shielded receptacles for radioactive sources

Reexamination Certificate

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10943286

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods for shipping hazardous materials, such as radioactive liquids and materials, that comply with certain international and national regulations for the transport of hazardous materials. According to one embodiment, hazardous material samples are placed inside inner containers, such as glass bottles. Inner containers are placed inside secondary containers, surrounded and cushioned by high density polyethylene (“HDPE”) foam inserts. Secondary containers are placed inside cutouts in a HDPE custom insert. Custom insert is inside an outer container made with HDPE and held together with extruded aluminum hardware, closed-end aluminum and steel rivets, and a sealant applied to the seams.

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