Patents by Inventor Michael R. Flodman

Michael R. Flodman 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).

  • Hypodermic needle guard and method to prevent needle stick injuries
    Patent number: 5843041
    Abstract: A needle guard and a method to prevent needle stick injuries are disclosed, for use with a hypodermic syringe or other instrument with a sharp point. The needle guard, comprises a protective sleeve with a fitting, that may be used with or added to a syringe and needle assembly. The interior of the fitting contains an annular core adapted to permanently engage the fitting on the syringe barrel. Radial arms extending from the core align and cooperate with the slidable sleeve. Prior to and during use of the needle, the sleeve remains in a retracted position covering the barrel of the syringe. After the needle has been used, the sleeve is pushed forward into its locked extended position, so that the end of the sleeve extends beyond the tip of the needle. The tip of the needle is thereby shielded, preventing accidental sticks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1998
    Inventors: Lawrence W. Hake, Michael R. Flodman
  • Hypodermic needle guard and method to prevent needle stick injuries
    Patent number: 5314414
    Abstract: A needle guard and a method to prevent needle stick injuries are disclosed, for use with a hypodermic syringe or other instrument with a sharp point. The needle guard, comprises a protective sleeve with a fitting, that may be used with or added to a syringe and needle assembly. The interior of the fitting contains an annular core adapted to permanently engage the fitting on the syringe barrel. Radial arms extending from the core align and cooperate with the slidable sleeve. Prior to and during use of the needle, the sleeve remains in a retracted position covering the barrel of the syringe. After the needle has been used, the sleeve is pushed forward into its locked extended position, so that the end of the sleeve extends beyond the tip of the needle. The tip of the needle is thereby shielded, preventing accidental sticks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 24, 1994
    Assignee: Needlepoint Guard, Inc.
    Inventors: Lawrence W. Hake, Michael R. Flodman
  • Wheel
    Patent number: D284073
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1982
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1986
    Assignee: Hedstrom Corporation
    Inventor: Michael R. Flodman