The present invention relates to the dispensing of a microbiologically
sensitive fluid, in particular low acid food fluid, in a hygienic manner
so as to avoid micro-organism growth in the line dispensing the fluid as
well as in any mechanical components of a dispensing unit that may enter
into contact with the fluid. The invention relates to a device for
hygienically supplying microbiologically sensitive fluid from a removable
container that has a terminal connecting portion to a dispensing unit.
The device includes a coupling mechanism adapted to connect the terminal
connecting portion and a component for delivering a cleaning or rinsing
fluid within the terminal connecting portion.