摘要 |
<p>A device for sealing and fixing a balloon (8) comprises a sealing member (x1), and a fixing member (2). The sealing member is disposed within the mouth (9) of the balloon (8) transversely thereof in order to seal against its inside. The fixing member (2) is connected to the sealing member (1) and is designed for fixing means for handling the balloon (8). The sealing member (1) is further connected to a retainer member (3) which engages with and supports the balloon (8) at or above the mouth (9). A method of inflating and sealing a balloon (8) entails that a sealing member (1) is inserted in the mouth of the balloon prior to the inflation. A part of the device is turned inside out so that it is disposed around and outside both the sealing member (1) and the mouth (9), so that the balloon (8) is held upright.</p> |