Patents by Inventor Heinrich Kladders
Heinrich Kladders has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
-
Patent number: 7802568Abstract: For meteredly dispensing a liquid over a period of several months from a container which can be stored over a long period of time, the need is for a container which is practically diffusion-tight and in which the liquid does not come into contact with the ambient atmosphere. The cartridge according to the invention is a three-shell container comprising a collapsible bag which contains the liquid, a container which is stable in respect of shape and a stiff metal casing. The cartridge can be releasably connected to a dispensing device. The cartridge can be provided with a micro-opening with which the time for pressure equalisation between the cartridge and the ambient atmosphere can be adjusted. The cartridge is suitable for aqueous and for alcoholic liquids which contain a pharmaceutically active substance. The liquid in the cartridge is protected from external influences. The cartridge can be used in an atomiser for producing an inhalable aerosol for the treatment of illnesses.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2005Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Joachim Eicher, Johannes Geser, Matthias Hausmann, Michael Schyra, Gilbert Wuttke, Andreas Fiol, Heinrich Kladders, Dieter Hochrainer, Bernd Zierenberg
-
Publication number: 20100059051Abstract: The invention relates to an inhaler (1) for inhaling a formulation (2), said inhaler comprising a filiform support (4) for metering and/or conveying the formulation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2007Publication date: March 11, 2010Applicant: BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM INTERNATIONAL GMBHInventor: Heinrich Kladders
-
Publication number: 20100051023Abstract: An inhaler is proposed for inhaling a preparation from a carrier and/or through a delivery channel. The carrier or delivery channel is preferably flexible, flat, band-shaped, strip-shaped, thread-like, blister-like and/or film-like and can be set in vibration by a stream of air. The carrier or delivery channel is preferably set in vibration by a separate element, which for its part is set in motion or vibration by the stream of air. Alternatively, or in addition, the inhaler has a pump with a telescopic pump chamber for generating a stream of air for expelling and/or dispersing a preparation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2007Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM INTERNATIONAL GMBHInventor: Heinrich Kladders
-
Publication number: 20100024815Abstract: A preferably pulverulent formulation to be dosed is received in a dosing chamber having a partly gas-permeable wall. The introduction and discharge of the formulation is achieved by means of a pumping device that alternately generates a negative pressure and an excess pressure in the dosing chamber. The dosing chamber can also be displaced between a receiving position and a discharge position by means of a piston, the piston controlling the negative and excess pressure in the dosing chamber. Furthermore, the size of the dosing chamber is adjustable.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2007Publication date: February 4, 2010Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventor: Heinrich Kladders
-
Nozzle-system for a dispenser for fluids consisting of a nozzle and a nozzle-holder and/or screw cap
Patent number: 7621266Abstract: The invention relates to a nozzle system for a delivery device for liquids, which comprises a nozzle and a device which fixes the nozzle in the delivery device. The device has a liquid reservoir from which a liquid is forced through a nozzle under pressure to deliver the liquid. The nozzle is secured by a holder on the delivery device. This holder may itself be secured by a second holder, e.g. in the form of a check nut, or the check nut itself may be the holder. According to the invention at least part of the outer surface of the holding device is micro- or nanostructured.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2004Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Herbert Wachtel -
Publication number: 20090194099Abstract: The invention relates to a nozzle system for a delivery device for liquids, which comprises a nozzle and a device which fixes the nozzle in the delivery device. The device has a liquid reservoir from which a liquid is forced through a nozzle under pressure to deliver the liquid. The nozzle is secured by a holder on the delivery device. This holder may itself be secured by a second holder, e.g. in the form of a check nut, or the check nut itself may be the holder. According to the invention at least part of the outer surface of the holding device is micro- or nanostructured.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2009Publication date: August 6, 2009Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Herbert Wachtel
-
Publication number: 20090194105Abstract: An inhaler (1) is proposed (see FIG. 1), for the inhalation of a formulation (2) from capsules (3) that each contain one dose of the formulation. The capsules are preferably each emptied in a capsule chamber (4) by being set in motion by a stream of air flowing through the capsule chamber. The stream of air can be generated by the inhalation of a user or patient and/or can be generated actively generated by the inhaler. For simple handling, the inhaler has a means for, in particular, automatic filling, emptying and/or cleaning of the capsule chamber, if the latter is used more than once. Alternatively, the inhaler has a large number of capsule chambers that each preferably already contain a capsule and re preferably used just once.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2007Publication date: August 6, 2009Inventors: Jens Besseler, Hubert Kunze, Achim Moser, Ralf Thoemmes, Gilbert Wuttke, Dieter Hochrainer, Heinrich Kladders, Christoph Dworzak, Josef Eckert, Antonio Lanci, Markus Mast, Elmar Mock, Andre Klopfenstein
-
Publication number: 20090181191Abstract: The invention relates to a novel capsule for receiving an active substance to be administered by inhalation, which is preferably intended for use in a powder inhaler operating on the Bernoulli principle.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Burkhard Metzger, Dieter Hochrainer
-
Publication number: 20070090205Abstract: A nebuliser and a container in each case with an aeration device are proposed, the aeration device being designed for the direct aeration of a liquid space in the container. The container comprises a rigid, gas-tight outer case and a closure, which is opened by connecting or inserting a delivery element. A long storage life and long service life with low loss of fluid or solvent are thereby provided in the form of a simple and inexpensive construction.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2006Publication date: April 26, 2007Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Hubert Kunze, Matthias Hausmann, Jens Besseler, Carsten Henning, Heinrich Kladders, Florian Witte, Johannes Geser, Markus Mast, Antonino Lanci, Christoph Dworzak, Elmar Mock
-
Patent number: 7090093Abstract: For medical fluids, two-part containers are used which consist of an inner container and an outer container which is impenetrable to diffusion. The inner container collapses when the fluid is removed. For the purposes of pressure compensation between the gaseous space, disposed between the inner- and outer containers, and the surroundings of the two-part container, a pressure compensation device is required by means of which at the same time the loss of fluid through diffusion from the collapsible inner container is kept as little as possible. To that end, at least one channel is used which communicates the gas-filled intermediate space with the surroundings of the two-part container. The time constant for compensation of a pressure differential of a few millibars is within the region of quite a few hours. It is obtained by selecting the length of the channel and channel cross-section.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2004Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Dieter Hochrainer, Bernd Zierenberg, Heinrich Kladders, Martin Essing, Gilbert Wuttke, Matthias Hausmann, Joachim Eicher
-
Publication number: 20060016449Abstract: For meteredly dispensing a liquid over a period of several months from a container which can be stored over a long period of time, the need is for a container which is practically diffusion-tight and in which the liquid does not come into contact with the ambient atmosphere. The cartridge according to the invention is a three-shell container comprising a collapsible bag which contains the liquid, a container which is stable in respect of shape and a stiff metal casing. The cartridge can be releasably connected to a dispensing device. The cartridge can be provided with a micro-opening with which the time for pressure equalisation between the cartridge and the ambient atmosphere can be adjusted. The cartridge is suitable for aqueous and for alcoholic liquids which contain a pharmaceutically active substance. The liquid in the cartridge is protected from external influences. The cartridge can be used in an atomiser for producing an inhalable aerosol for the treatment of illnesses.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2005Publication date: January 26, 2006Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Joachim Eicher, Johannes Geser, Matthias Hausmann, Michael Schyra, Gilbert Wuttke, Andreas Fiol, Heinrich Kladders, Dieter Hochrainer, Bernd Zierenberg
-
Patent number: 6988496Abstract: For meteredly dispensing a liquid over a period of several months from a container which can be stored over a long period of time, the need is for a container which is practically diffusion-tight and in which the liquid does not come into contact with the ambient atmosphere. The cartridge according to the invention is a three-shell container comprising a collapsible bag which contains the liquid, a container which is stable in respect of shape and a stiff metal casing. The cartridge can be releasably connected to a dispensing device. The cartridge can be provided with a micro-opening with which the time for pressure equalisation between the cartridge and the ambient atmosphere can be adjusted. The cartridge is suitable for aqueous and for alcoholic liquids which contain a pharmacologically active substance. The liquid in the cartridge is protected from external influences. The cartridge can be used in an atomiser for producing an inhalable aerosol for the treatment of illnesses.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2000Date of Patent: January 24, 2006Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Joachim Eicher, Johannes Geser, Matthias Hausmann, Michael Schyra, Gilbert Wuttke, Andreas Fiol, Heinrich Kladders, Dieter Hochrainer, Bernd Zierenberg
-
Publication number: 20040182867Abstract: For medical fluids, two-part containers are used which consist of an inner container and an outer container which is impenetrable to diffusion. The inner container collapses when the fluid is removed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Dieter Hochrainer, Bernd Zierenberg, Heinrich Kladders, Martin Essing, Gilbert Wuttke, Matthias Hausmann, Joachim Eicher
-
Publication number: 20040173211Abstract: The invention relates to powder inhalers in which at least part of the inner surface coming into contact with the powder aerosol is microstructured. Preferably, it is a powder inhaler operating on the Bernoulli principle (a Bernoulli inhaler).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: September 9, 2004Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Joerg Schiewe
-
Nozzle-system for a dispenser for fluids consisting of a nozzle and a nozzle-holder and/or screw cap
Publication number: 20040164186Abstract: The invention relates to a nozzle system for a delivery device for liquids, which comprises a nozzle and a device which fixes the nozzle in the delivery device. The device has a liquid reservoir from which a liquid is forced through a nozzle under pressure to deliver the liquid. The nozzle is secured by a holder on the delivery device. This holder may itself be secured by a second holder, e.g. in the form of a check nut, or the check nut itself may be the holder. According to the invention at least part of the outer surface of the holding device is micro- or nanostructured.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: August 26, 2004Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Herbert Wachtel -
Publication number: 20040159322Abstract: The invention relates to a novel capsule for receiving an active substance to be administered by inhalation, which is preferably intended for use in a powder inhaler operating on the Bernoulli principle.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: August 19, 2004Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Heinrich Kladders, Burkhard Metzger, Dieter Hochrainer
-
Publication number: 20040143235Abstract: Foil bags are used as a primary packaging for liquids, the bags permitting the liquid to be taken therefrom without the application of a considerable amount of force. A container is provided for a medicinal liquid, the container being gas-tight and liquid-tight so that it is storable over many months. The container includes a collapsible foil bag on which a flange, which is stable in respect of shape, is disposed. The flange is designed for fitting onto a discharge connection member. The container can be disposed in a casing which is stable in respect of shape. The medicinal liquid does not come into contact with air and is protected from the effect of light. The medicinal liquid may be dispensed from the foil bag in many partial quantities over a prolonged period of time, with a respective partial amount thereof being converted into an aerosol by means of an atomizer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2004Publication date: July 22, 2004Applicant: Boehringer Ingelheim GmbHInventors: Bernhard Freund, Dieter Hochrainer, Heinrich Kladders, Bernd Zierenberg, Joachim Eicher, Johannes Geser, Martin Essing, Holger Reinecke
-
Patent number: 6685691Abstract: Foil bags are used as a primary packaging for liquids, the bags permitting the liquid to be taken therefrom without the application of a considerable amount of force. A container is provided for a medicinal liquid, the container being gas-tight and liquid-tight so that it is storable over many months. The container includes a collapsible foil bag on which a flange, which is stable in respect of shape, is disposed. The flange is designed for fitting onto a discharge connection member. The container can be disposed in a casing which is stable in respect of shape. The medicinal liquid does not come into contact with air and is protected from the effect of light. The medicinal liquid may be dispensed from the foil bag in many partial quantities over a prolonged period of time, with a respective partial amount thereof being converted into an aerosol by means of an atomizer.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 1999Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim GmbHInventors: Bernhard Freund, Dieter Hochrainer, Heinrich Kladders, Bernd Zierenberg, Joachim Eicher, Johannes Geser, Martin Essing, Holger Reinecke
-
Patent number: 6583627Abstract: The invention relates to a process and an apparatus for detecting gas-permeable damaged points in an electrically non-conductive layer which can exist as a single layer or as a multi-layer composite with at least one conductive layer, which process can be used for containers or packaging of pharmacological preparations to determine their integrity after storage.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2001Date of Patent: June 24, 2003Assignee: Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbHInventors: Carsten Henning, Matthias Hausmann, Juergen Wittekind, Andreas Kuehnel, Heinrich Kladders, Heiko Rengel
-
Publication number: 20020116985Abstract: The invention relates to a process and an apparatus for detecting gas-permeable damaged points in an electrically non-conductive layer which can exist as a single layer or as a multi-layer composite with at least one conductive layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventors: Carsten Henning, Matthias Hausmann, Juergen Wittekind, Andreas Kuehnel, Heinrich Kladders, Heiko Rengel