Waterproof Patents (Class 5/484)
  • Patent number: 11844733
    Abstract: A patient securing overlay includes a sheet of fabric configured to support a patient's torso on a surgical table. The sheet of fabric includes friction enhancing elements applied to at least a portion of an upper surface. The sheet of fabric is attached near its side edges to two or more side flaps that extend laterally outward from the side edges of the sheet of fabric. Each of the side flaps is attached to the surgical table at two or more attachment points. A distance between adjacent attachment points is greater than a distance between an attachment point and the sheet of fabric in order to naturally create a favorable retaining force vector angle of less than 45° between the attachment point and the sheet of fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: Augustine Biomedical and Design, LLC
    Inventors: Scott D. Augustine, Ryan S. Augustine, Brent M. Augustine, Garrett J. Augustine, Susan D. Augustine, Randall C. Arnold, John R. Beckman, John J. Cardwell
  • Patent number: 11497328
    Abstract: A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2022
    Assignee: BEDGEAR, LLC
    Inventor: Eugene Alletto, Jr.
  • Patent number: 11364159
    Abstract: An absorbent article comprises a topsheet on the wearer-facing side, a backsheet on the garment-facing side, and an absorbent core positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet. The absorbent core comprises an absorbent material comprising a superabsorbent polymer, a core wrap enclosing the absorbent material, and a first channel disposed on one side of the longitudinal axis and a second channel disposed on the other side of the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Ernesto Gabriel Bianchi, Jose Mauricio Berrizbeitia, Thorsten Rinnert, Eric Robert Schurdak
  • Patent number: 11234876
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are patient-turning assemblies including a patient-turning assembly for turning a patient, which patient-turning assembly may include: a sling having: a first sling portion having a handle; and a second sling portion extending from the first sling portion; a sleeve fixedly coupled to the second sling portion; a channel disposed between the sleeve and the second sling portion; and a cushion capable of either ingress into or egress from the channel, or both.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2022
    Inventor: Sekai Chinake
  • Patent number: 11160706
    Abstract: A patient support arrangement includes features that reduce pressure points and chafing. Chafing is reduced by using a mattress topper including first and second low friction sheets adjacent to each other and secured relative to a cushion, so that when the patient shifts relative to the cushion, the shifting is more likely to be borne between the first and second low friction sheets than between the patient and the mattress topper.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2021
    Inventor: John Keesaer
  • Patent number: 11083640
    Abstract: The invention describes a multilayer material comprising at least one first layer made of polymeric material having an upper face and a second layer made of closed cell foamed polymeric material having a lower face. The multilayer material comprises through holes which cross both the layers and occupy a surface of between 1 and 40% of the total surface of the upper face of said multilayer material. The multilayer material is advantageously used in an absorbent sanitary article in which the upper face of the first layer is positioned externally so that in use it is in contact with the user's skin and the lower face of the second layer is positioned towards the inside of the sanitary article in contact with other layers of polymeric material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2021
    Assignee: PANTEX INTERNATIONAL SPA
    Inventors: Pietro Angeli, Gianluigi Fornoni, Carmine Di Benedetto, Antonio Caira
  • Patent number: 10993866
    Abstract: A patient securing overlay is provided that includes a sheet of fabric for supporting a patient's torso on a surgical table. The sheet of fabric has an upper surface configured to face the patient and a lower surface configured to face a surgical table mattress or underbody support. The sheet of fabric includes friction enhancing elements applied to at least a portion of the upper surface thereof. The sheet of fabric can include an extension at a foot end of the sheet of fabric that provides material to be tucked under a foot end of the surgical table mattress or underbody support for securing the foot end of the sheet of fabric to the surgical table mattress or underbody support. The extension can include one or more friction enhancing elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Assignee: Augustine Biomedical and Design, LLC
    Inventor: Scott D. Augustine
  • Patent number: 10681998
    Abstract: A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2020
    Assignee: Bedgear, LLC
    Inventor: Eugene Alletto, Jr.
  • Patent number: 10568435
    Abstract: In various embodiments, a support system includes a cover sheet with a number of layers. In certain embodiments, a top layer and a bottom layer are bonded to a middle spacer layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Assignee: Huntleigh Technology Limited
    Inventors: James A. Luckemeyer, Christopher Locke
  • Patent number: 10478088
    Abstract: A pack of disposable multi-layered liner sheets suitable for covering non-planar surfaces of medical scanners having a long, hard to clean, bore or tunnel, particularly MRI scanners, to establish a sterile patient environment. Liner sheets are connected end-to-end in a stack by an adhesive or a linear array of perforations to respective succeeding and preceding sheets of the pack. In one embodiment, the pack is secured inside the bore by pegs on the top side of the pack engaging strategically placed clips attached to the bore wall. In other embodiments, the pack is secured inside the bore by opposing sides of a backing layer extending laterally beyond the liner sheets to engage a groove in guide rails affixed inside the bore.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Inventor: Michael F. Fink
  • Patent number: 10463554
    Abstract: Disclosed are apparatus and methodology for an adjustable width foam mattress which involves the use of modified lateral or side edges of an engineered foam mattress. Such lateral portions include collapsible structures for lateral adjustment of the overall width of the mattress. While different shapes are possible, one exemplary arrangement includes plural elongated octagonally-shaped openings. The long sides of such elongated structures form stops against each other as they fill the void of the opening. The relatively shorter sides of such structures articulate during collapse to accommodate such movement. As a result, and as the long sides fill in voids, the support structure essentially switches uniformly from one density to another, when moved from its expanded to its compressed position. An inflatable/deflatable member may be used to assist with expansion and compression of a lateral support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2019
    Assignee: Span-America Medical Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. O'Reagan, Ryan Poole, Shawn Pauley
  • Patent number: 10433651
    Abstract: An apparatus comprises a mattress. An underpad is positioned on the mattress such that a lower surface of the underpad is in contact with the mattress. A securing assembly is interposed between the mattress and the underpad. The securing assembly comprises a plurality of securing member positioned on the lower surface of the underpad, and a plurality of mating securing members positioned on the mattress. Each of the plurality of securing members engages a corresponding mating securing member so as to be removably coupled thereto, thereby immovably positioning the underpad on the mattress.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Inventors: Martasz Smith, LaShawn Floyd
  • Patent number: 10349762
    Abstract: Fabric covers are presented including: a top fabric panel; a bottom fabric panel having substantially equivalent dimensions as the top fabric panel, where the bottom fabric panel and the top fabric define a space for receiving a cushion; a full-width opening disposed along an end of the fabric cover; and a partial opening disposed along an opposite end of the fabric cover. In some embodiments, the partial opening further includes: a first internal flap extending from the opposite end of the fabric cover toward the end and coupled with one of the top fabric panel or the bottom fabric panel substantially perpendicular with the partial opening; and a second internal flap extending from the opposite end of the fabric cover toward the end and coupled with the first internal flap substantially perpendicular with the partial opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: STEINBOCK DESIGN, LLC
    Inventor: Karen M. Steinbock
  • Patent number: 10244986
    Abstract: Wireless sensor patches include a skin-friendly adhesive and a flexible cover patch. In further examples, methods of manufacturing a plurality of wireless sensor patches include the step (I) of unwinding a flexible support membrane from a support membrane storage roll along an assembly path. The flexible support membrane is provided with a skin adhesive configured to mount a first face of the flexible support membrane to a skin surface. The method further comprises the step (II) of sequentially mounting a plurality of sensor devices with respect to a second face of the flexible support membrane along a longitudinal axis of the assembly path. The method further includes the step (III) of sequentially separating the flexible support membrane to provide the plurality of wireless sensor patches, wherein each wireless sensor patch includes a corresponding one of the plurality of sensor devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Assignee: Avery Dennison Corporation
    Inventors: James W. Adams, Edward A. Armijo, Ryan Hruska, Michael R. Onderisin, David Silvestro
  • Patent number: 10213349
    Abstract: A patient incontinence and lifting pad is an apparatus utilized to absorb urine excreted by a bedridden patient as well as to facilitate turning and lifting the patient. The apparatus includes a bed pad on which the patient is able to lie as well as an attached first securing strap and a second securing strap used to anchor the bed pad to a hospital bed railing or similar structure. An elongated band of the first securing strap and the second securing strap may be attached to itself in order to anchor the bed pad. An absorbent incontinence pad insert for absorbing urine is inserted within a slot on the bed pad and may be removable/replaceable. The absorbent incontinence pad insert may be held in place within the slot by a peripheral hook fastener strip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2019
    Inventor: Charleen Suzanne Solomon
  • Patent number: 10206516
    Abstract: A mattress protector includes a unitary flat sheet for covering a surface of a mattress and providing a liquiphobic barrier for the surface. The flat sheet has four corners with cuts in the sheet proximal to and following a contour of each corner (or alternatively following the contour of each corner and laterally from corner to corner) to form corner attachment members for extending from the surface and under the mattress, thereby securing the sheet to the mattress.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Assignee: MOMENTUM MARKETING GROUP, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Adam Savino
  • Patent number: 10105190
    Abstract: A disposable placemat system is provided. The disposable placemat system includes a sheet of a first material having a front surface and a back surface opposite to the front surface. The disposable placemat system includes a sheet of a second material attached to the sheet of the first material at the front surface. The first material is liquid impermeable and different from the second material. The second material is absorbent and configured to absorb a fluid used in conjunction with a medical procedure utilizing acoustic energy to monitor a subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: Neural Analytics, Inc.
    Inventors: John Arant, Seth Wilk, Anjan Chatterji
  • Patent number: 10080449
    Abstract: A mattress protector includes an upper layer, a lower layer, a side layer linking edges of the upper and lower layers, and a plurality of joint members. The side layer has a top periphery and a bottom periphery, which abut the upper and lower layers, respectively. Each joint member deployed around the side layer is spaced from the top periphery of the side layer by a distinct distance. A section of the side layer can be double folded in a height direction for development of a first folding portion and a second folding portion. The mattress protector is able to tightly wrap a mattress featuring a distinct thickness when the joint members join the side layer to fix the first and second folding portions of the side layer. The present invention further provides a method to wrap a mattress with the mattress protector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2018
    Assignee: Jun Hong Corporation
    Inventor: Wun-Jyun Jhou
  • Patent number: 9913551
    Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for covering padded home décor insert forms by means of securing fabric or other pliable materials around or to said inserts using magnets to clasp the fabric or other pliable material around a padded insert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2018
    Inventor: Jean M. Baker
  • Patent number: 9833087
    Abstract: A decorative pillow system includes a pillow and pillowcases. The pillow includes a pocket, and a pocket inlet to the pocket. Each of the pillowcases is a removable cover for the pillow and has a decorative theme. The decorative themes of the pillowcases are different from one another. One of the pillowcases is drawn over the pillow, and at least one of the remaining pillowcases is stored in the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventor: Valerie M. Richardson
  • Patent number: 9393169
    Abstract: A patient transfer package for laterally transferring a supine patient between adjoining horizontal surfaces includes: (a) a first nonwoven sheet having a top and a bottom surface for which the coefficient of friction of the top surface is less than 50% of the coefficient of friction of the bottom surface, (b) a second nonwoven sheet that is similarly constructed as the first sheet but which is not as wide, (c) assembling these sheets into a package with the second sheet turned upside down and laid on top of the first sheet whose top surface is facing upward, (d) a specified percentage of the first sheet's side portions extends beyond the edges of the second sheet and turn upwards and over upon the bottom surface of the second sheet, and (f) a means for temporarily and releaseably attaching the first sheet's edges to the bottom surface of the second sheet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Inventor: Patricia Schiro
  • Patent number: 9179783
    Abstract: A bed bug protection device for protecting humans, animals and objects from crawling pests such as bed bugs. The device includes a top component for contacting the top surface of bedding such as a mattress or box spring. The top component includes barrier material suitable for preventing pests from biting humans or animals resting on the bedding. The device further includes a fitted side skirt joined to the periphery of the top component that hinders bed bugs and similar pests from climbing up the covered bedding and gaining access to humans, animals, or objects resting atop the bedding. The device may be part of a system including pillow protectors, headboard and/or footboard protectors for preventing contact by traditional bed coverings with walls or bed structures that may be infested by bed bugs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: Snell R&D, LLC
    Inventors: Eric Snell, Carrie Snell
  • Patent number: 9021631
    Abstract: Systems relating to a safe and easily removable and reusable waterproof pad with accompanying bottom layer that attaches to a crib mattress. The detachable waterproof pad of the present invention seeks to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) by providing a tightly fitted pad to comply with current SIDS recommendations. The pad can be changed, cleaned, and replaced frequently.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Inventor: Louise Miner
  • Publication number: 20150096120
    Abstract: An active mattress may include a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. One or more of the side panels are zippered together, The un-zippered side panels fixedly connect the top and bottom portions of the side panels. In another embodiment, an inflatable volume is integrated into the bottom panel. Alternatively, the inflatable volume may be integrated with a separate detachable cover and attached to the bottom panel by conventional means. The various configurations of the encasement allows a mattress to be easily rotated, installed, or removed. Optional straps may be provided, fixedly attached to the encasement, to allow the encasement to be snugged against the mattress. This enables the encasement to be used with a relatively wide range of mattress sizes and still provide a snug fit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicant: Levitation Sciences LLC
    Inventor: William John Scarleski
  • Publication number: 20150096121
    Abstract: A passive mattress encasement is disclosed which can be relatively easily installed or removed over a mattress supported by a foundation. The encasement is formed to encapsulate a mattress and includes a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. One or more of the side panels are zippered together. The unzippered side panels, i.e., the panels without zippers, fixedly connect the top panel to the bottom panel. The top and bottom panels as well as the side panels may be made from conventional materials. The underside of the top panel and optionally the inside of the side panels may be coated with a waterproof coating, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU/PU), silicone, or urethane to form a waterproof membrane. In accordance with an important aspect of the invention, the bottom panel is formed with a slick interior surface and a non-slick exterior surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicant: Levitation Sciences LLC
    Inventor: William John Scarleski
  • Publication number: 20150074906
    Abstract: An Incontinence bed cover includes a stretchable three layer cover with elastic corner straps. Incontinence bed cover has elastic corner straps attached for fitting around the corners of a mattress. The incontinence bed cover can be sized to fit any mattress, including the four standard mattress sizes. The incontinence bed cover has a top layer, preferably made of flexible, breathable 100% poly-mesh fabric that wicks moisture and enhances evaporation, helping to guard against potential skin breakdown. The incontinence bed cover has a middle layer, preferably made of quilted polyester batting for maximum absorbency and reduced drying time. The incontinence bed cover has a bottom layer that is waterproof, preferably made of a blend of vinyl and polyester. The three layers are sewn together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Cindy Mae Hiatt, Polly Kirkwood
  • Patent number: 8959675
    Abstract: A system is disclosed for facilitating rotation of a mattress. Covers with slick surfaces are selectively placed in engagement with each other between the mattress and the box spring or platform . One cover is provided with a slick and non-slick surface. The other cover may be the same as the first cover or may have slick surfaces on two sides. In an alternate embodiment of the invention, one cover may is a protective cover that encapsulates the entire mattress. In another alternate embodiment, one cover cooperates with a slick surface that is integrally provided on one or the other of the mattress or box spring or platform. In yet another alternate embodiment of the invention, slick surfaces are provided on both the mattress and the box spring or platform. The mattress is secured relative to the box spring or platform by removable fasteners in a normal mode of operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Levitation Sciences LLC
    Inventor: William John Scarleski
  • Publication number: 20150013070
    Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for covering a mattress. A first layer may include a bed sheet. A second layer includes an absorbent pad disposed adjacent to the bed sheet. A third layer may include a blanket disposed adjacent to the absorbent pad and coupled to the bed sheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventor: Heather Phillips
  • Patent number: 8914923
    Abstract: Bedding assemblies useful in the management of incontinence are provided herein. Preferred bedding assemblies include a top wicking layer, an electrical circuit configured to detect the presence of moisture, an absorbent layer, and a waterproof layer. Assemblies are configured to signal to a receiving device which in turn can communicate an alarm signal or be operably coupled with a notification device. Assemblies can include mattress overlays, mattress covers, and mattresses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith
  • Publication number: 20140259403
    Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for preventing the soiling of bedclothes such as bedsheets, blankets and bedspreads. The apparatus incorporates waterproof material placed in strategic locations to prevent urine from reaching the bedclothing. The waterproof material is advantageously placed beneath and above the individual user to prevent soiling of both the bedclothing underneath and the bedclothing on top of the individual user. The waterproof material on top of the individual user is limited to a central portion, and the remaining material is a breathable fabric to allow for a more comfortable sleep environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: BEDTIME SOLUTIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Christiana R. Valley, Joseph Valley
  • Patent number: 8826473
    Abstract: A moisture detection and alarming system connected to a person-support apparatus has been described. The system comprises a moisture detection sheet connected to at least one pressure sensor, at least moisture sensor and a controller. The pressure sensor can be configured to send a signal to the controller. The controller can be configured to receive the pressure signal from the pressure sensor and determine the presence of a person supported on the person support apparatus. If a person is supported on the person-support apparatus then a moisture sensor is activated by the controller to sense the moisture content on a mattress pad. If the moisture content on the mattress pad is out of a predefined range then an alarming unit can be activated. The controller may further be connected to at least one of a hospital network, communication station and nurse call system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Flanagan, Chris Newport
  • Publication number: 20140215715
    Abstract: A layered mattress protector and sheet, comprising: a bottom fitted portion; at least three fitted sheet layers, each fitted sheet layer having a top side, bottom side, right side and left side and an upper portion and lower portion; a waterproof coating on the lower portion of each of the at least three fitted sheet layers; wherein the at least three fitted sheet layers are stitched along the right side and left side to the bottom fitted portion and the top side and bottom side are unstitched; and wherein each of the at least three fitted sheet layers has at least one perforation that is at least substantially parallel to the right side and left side in each of at least three fitted sheet layers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventors: Carol Suchman, Maxwell Cohen
  • Publication number: 20140143954
    Abstract: Systems relating to a safe and easily removable and reusable waterproof pad with accompanying bottom layer that attaches to a crib mattress. The detachable waterproof pad of the present invention seeks to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) by providing a tightly fitted pad to comply with current SIDS recommendations. The pad can be changed, cleaned, and replaced frequently.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Inventor: Louise MINER
  • Patent number: 8707481
    Abstract: An insulated pocketed and sock or slippered blanket is provided. The blanket may be used to quickly warm hands, arms, legs and feet with ease requiring no wires or electricity as with electric blankets. The design of the blanket allows the user to place their legs, feet, arms and hands into insulated and padded pockets and thus ensure that extremities remain warm. The present invention includes a blanket for warming extremities comprising: an arm warmer; a leg pocket configured for receiving legs; and two foot warmers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Inventor: Saul Fernandez Juarez
  • Patent number: 8701225
    Abstract: A reusable, washable, absorbent under pad has built-in handles to aid in the transfer and accommodation of bedbound or chairbound patients, for example. The under pad can have at least two handles on each side thereof to facilitate transfer of patients by caregivers and to facilitate proper body mechanics, thereby preventing work related and home injuries by caregivers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Inventor: Bibi-Akleema Latiff
  • Publication number: 20140101849
    Abstract: A liquid absorbing pad comprising a top layer and a bottom layer and an interior portion therebetween. The interior portion includes a liquid absorbing material. The top layer is made from microfiber bed sheet material. The bottom layer is made from microfiber terry, preferably non-oiled, the top of which is laminated with liquid-impermeable material. The top layer and interior portion are quilted together and glued to the bottom layer. When the pad is laid on a bed sheet made of microfiber bed sheet material extending horizontally, the pad resists horizontal movement relative to the bed sheet. The interior portion preferably may further includes a non-woven polypropylene layer below the liquid absorbing material so that the top layer, the liquid absorbing material and polypropylene layer are quilted together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: Caber Sure Fit Inc.
    Inventor: Bernard Weinstein
  • Patent number: 8683627
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cover for a mattress and bed deck. More particularly, the present invention relates to a mattress and bed deck cover for an adjustable bed that reduces the exposure of the mattress and bed deck to unsanitary conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: Trinity Guardion, LLC
    Inventors: Bruce M. Rippe, Catherine Marie Wagner, Douglas E. Borgman, Bernard F. Voegele, David John Ulrich
  • Patent number: 8656534
    Abstract: A laminated bed covering has a puncture resistant outer layer, a waterproof but water vapor permeable central layer and an inner layer, the entire structure protecting the bed and bed clothing from dog claws, pet urine, and pet odors while providing a comfortable sleeping environment to the bed's occupants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: The Orvis Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey E. Canning
  • Publication number: 20130326810
    Abstract: A multi-purpose blanket including substantially rectangular first and second waterproof portions each having a first and second side, substantially rectangular first and second insulated portions, generally rectangular first and second insulated portions, first and second detachable attachment means connected to the first side of the first waterproof portion and extending substantially along the length of the first waterproof portion at opposing edges of the first waterproof portion, third and fourth detachable attachment means connected to the second side of the second waterproof portion and extending substantially along the length of the second waterproof portion at opposing edges of the second waterproof portion, and a substantially rectangular bottom waterproof portion interconnecting the first and second waterproof portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Applicant: BLOCKIT BLANKET LLC
    Inventor: Mark Edward Davidson
  • Publication number: 20130305450
    Abstract: A multi-purpose device configurable between a blanket and a pad, such as an arm pad includes a fabric sheet forming at least a portion of the blanket. A first fastener is disposed on the first surface of the sheet and a second fastener, distally located from the first fastener, is disposed on the second surface of the sheet. The sheet is configurable in a non-folded arrangement as a blanket such that the first and second fasteners are not fastened, and the blanket is configurable in a folded arrangement as a pad such that the first and second fasteners are connected. The pad may be configured to be wrapped around and fastened to an object, such as a car seat handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2013
    Publication date: November 21, 2013
    Inventor: Kelly Douglas
  • Publication number: 20130167296
    Abstract: Bedding assemblies useful in the management of incontinence are provided herein. Preferred bedding assemblies include a top wicking layer, an electrical circuit configured to detect the presence of moisture, an absorbent layer, and a waterproof layer. Assemblies are configured to signal to a receiving device which in turn can communicate an alarm signal or be operably coupled with a notification device. Assemblies can include mattress overlays, mattress covers, and mattresses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Applicant: PottyMD LLC
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith
  • Publication number: 20130160206
    Abstract: Bed-ridden patients may need to be removed from their beds several times a day, for changing of soiled linens, or showering. This may create an exceptional burden on cardiac, paralyzed, traumatized, post-operative, burned or obese patients. It also takes a toll on medical staff and caretakers. Close monitoring of fluid balance in such patients and those suffering from vomiting, diarrhea, incontinence, or bodily discharges, is often required, but currently such fluid losses cannot be measured. Handling of contaminated sheets can spread life threatening infections, and replacement of stained sheets is costly. The Bib sheet Poop sheet System addresses these problems and the problem of pressure sores. The Bib sheet, Poop sheet and Poop mattress may be made of impervious fabric to protect the patient's clothing, underlying sheets and mattress. A porous mat and marginal rim conduct fluids down to tubes draining into measuring buckets at the foot of the bed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2012
    Publication date: June 27, 2013
    Inventor: Ian Campbell Cree
  • Patent number: 8429777
    Abstract: An improved encasement for a mattress which thwarts the escapement of bed bugs from a mattress through the encasement and which thwarts the encroachment of beg bugs through the encasement into the mattress. An elongated opening is provided in the encasement which is selectively closed by a zipper associated therewith. The encasement includes a flap secured to the lower side wall portion of a side of the encasement which is positioned inwardly of the zipper for retarding or preventing the escapement of bed bugs through the zipper. Hook and loop fasteners are also provided at the end location for further preventing the escapement of bed bugs from the mattress through the encasement and preventing the encroachment of beg bugs into the mattress through the encasement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: GBS Enterprises, LLC
    Inventor: Michael A. Svoboda
  • Patent number: 8347430
    Abstract: A mattress protector having a top portion and a bottom portion configured to fasten together over the mattress and/or a mattress and box spring includes sides and ends extending from each of the top portion and the bottom portion. A fastener is also included on each of the top and bottom portions. The fastener includes a fastener assembly to seal the mattress against bed bugs and dust mites. When the top and bottom portions are placed around the mattress, and the fastener is secured, the entire mattress is surrounded by the mattress protector and protected from penetration by bed bugs and dust mites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Inventors: Sam Malouf, Kacie Malouf, Nat Holfeltz
  • Patent number: 8343118
    Abstract: An apparatus is provided that includes an enclosure with an aperture which is adapted for being placed in communication with an anus for the purpose of directing fecal matter into the enclosure. In one embodiment, the enclosure may include a polyethylene material with a thickness of less than 50 microns. In another embodiment, the enclosure may include an air hole formed therein for remaining open to allow air to escape therefrom upon the receipt of the fecal matter into the enclosure. In still yet another embodiment, the aperture may be circular and the enclosure may include a flexibility sufficient to allow the enclosure to be placed on an intended wearer in any orientation about an axis defined by the aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: Joseph Eugene Davis
  • Patent number: 8341783
    Abstract: A baby change mat has a rectangular base mat, and pockets attached to a side of the base mat. The base mat has a non-slip fastening belt for fastening the base mat to a change table. The base mat provides a first work surface for changing a baby. The pocket provides storage space for storing items needed for changing the baby. A cover is detachably attached to the base mat for providing a second work surface. A flap is detachably attached to a side of the rectangular base mat. The flap can be folded on top of the base mat or the cover for providing a third work surface. The baby change mat can be rolled up and held in the rolled up configuration with an elastic closure loop. A carrying handle facilitates attaching the rolled up baby change mat to a support such as a baby stroller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: Jennifer Kara Beck
  • Patent number: 8334424
    Abstract: An animal incontinence device comprises a base layer of a liquid-impervious polymer film, an intermediate absorbent layer comprising superabsorbent polymer particles intermediate a plurality of layers of tissue, and a top layer comprising a porous, hydrophilic, woven or non-woven polymer fiber mat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Assignee: Principle Business Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Andrew J Szypka
  • Patent number: 8332976
    Abstract: A multiple configured integrated bedding system that is removably secured over the bed mattress by multiple adjustable different length straps or additional bed frame engagement strap and fasteners. The bedding system provides for different cover and top sheet configurations including, but not limited to cover sheets have permanent or removable interchangeable top sheets, padded inserts, waterproof inserts and retaining perimeter cover lip with a variety of interfastener adaptive sheet restraints and fastening elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Inventor: Lisa Goldwater
  • Patent number: 8307478
    Abstract: A disposable comfort sheet has a waterproof layer and an absorbent layer, with adhesive strips applied to the waterproof layer along side edges. The sheet is adapted for use with a patient transfer device having upper and lower counter-rotating belts, and protects the upper belt against contamination. The patient transfer device may have registration marks for installation of the sheet, and indicator marks can be printed at predetermined locations on the waterproof layer for alignment with the registration marks. The sheet may include various means for indicating prior use by a patient, such as an ink pattern made of a heat-sensitive or moisture-sensitive ink. The sheet may further include a peel-away layer releasably bonded to the absorbent layer, with additional longitudinal adhesive strips applied to the side edges of the peel-away layer. The peel-away layer protects the lower belt against contamination from the sheet after a patient is delivered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: MediGlider Corp.
    Inventors: Richard A. Patterson, Bryan D. Blackford
  • Publication number: 20120260422
    Abstract: Among other things, the disclosure features a thermal blanket including a unitary fabric element having predetermined discrete regions of contrasting insulative capacities arranged based on insulative needs of corresponding regions of a user's body. At least two of the predetermined, discrete regions of contrasting insulative capacities, in one or more first discrete regions of the unitary fabric element, consisting of loop yarn having a first pile height, and in one or more other discrete regions of the unitary fabric element, consist of loop yarn having another pile height different from and relatively greater than the first pile height.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2012
    Publication date: October 18, 2012
    Applicant: MMI-IPCO, LLC
    Inventors: Moshe Rock, Gadalia Vainer, Jane Hunter, David Costello, Marcus Webster, William K. Lie, Edward P. Dionne