Patent ID: 6112888
Filing Date: 2000-09-05
Classification: B01J,B65D

Abstract:
A method of preparing a desiccated package in an automated, continuous manufacturing process, said packaging having a compartment being adapted to contain an article or substance in a sealed environment, said method comprising (a) preparing a composition comprising desiccant and organic matrix wherein the organic matrix comprises thermoplastic resin, (b) applying the desiccant/organic matrix composition as a substantially solvent-free fluid composition to a portion of the package to which the desiccant/organic matrix composition is adhered with substantially no stringing, (c) completing the formation of said compartment, (d) filling the package with the article and (e) sealing said compartment whereby said desiccant is in communication with said compartment such that said compartment is desiccated, and wherein steps (b) through (e) are conducted in a continuous fashion.