Patent ID: 9034083
Filing Date: 2015-05-19
Classification: A61M,B01D,B29C

Abstract:
1. A method for manufacturing an array of hollow fibers, the method comprising: a) providing an array manufacturing device including a base defining a bed and an adhesive applicator receivable in the base; b) providing a plurality of shims each configured to fit into the bed; c) providing a plurality of layers of hollow fibers; d) placing the plurality of shims into the bed; e) applying adhesive to the applicator; f) positioning the applicator to contact and distribute the adhesive to a top shim of the plurality of shims in the bed; g) placing a first layer of hollow fibers over the top shim with adhesive thereon; h) rolling the adhesive away from a center portion of the first layer of hollow fibers; i) removing one of the plurality of shims from the bed; j) placing a next layer of hollow fibers over the first layer of hollow fibers; k) applying adhesive to the adhesive applicator; l) positioning the applicator to contact and distribute the adhesive to the next layer of hollow fibers; m) rolling the adhesive away from a center portion of the next layer of hollow fibers; and n) repeating at least steps i) through m) until an array having a predetermined number of layers is formed.