| 摘要 |
<p>A method of providing photoprocessing services utilizes a packaging system in which photoprocessing solutions are distributed from a source of manufacture to a photofinishing site. The packaging system includes a rigid or semi-rigid outer container (9) and at least one internal container (11). The internal container includes the processing solution, and can be made of a rigid or flexible material. The internal container (11) may be separable from the outer container or may be in the form of an internal compartment that is integral with the outer container. As an option, the outer container (9) can house a further container that is designed to collect waste or spent solution from the photoprocessing site. With the system of the present invention, a designated supplier entity can follow the packaging system through an entire usage cycle of the system. More specifically, the supplier entity assembles the packaging system, delivers it to the photoprocessing site, removes it from the photoprocessing site for refurbishing, and delivers the refurbished packaging system to the photoprocessing site for reuse. After several usage cycles and when the physical integrity of the cartridge (7) begins to decrease, the packaging system can be discarded or recycled in accordance with local regulations. Following the above method facilitates reduced packaging cost, reduced handling of solutions and offers an environmental benefit. <IMAGE></p> |
