Abstract: A waste liquid and smoke disposal system which combines the functions of a smoke extraction system and a waste (typically, liquid) collection system, typically in, but not limited to, a surgical environment. The smoke extraction system and the liquid waste collection system are connected to supply the waste materials collected thereby to a waste treatment (e.g. decontamination and/or sterilization) and disposal system. These three systems are all combined into an integrated system wherein the treated waste can be safely returned to the ambient. In one embodiment, the integrated system is provided as a cart-mounted apparatus to provide mobility.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 17, 1998
Date of Patent:
December 7, 1999
Assignee:
American Immuno Tech, LLC
Inventors:
Lawrason C. Wilbur, Peter Regla, William M. Doran, Phillip C. Darling, Jr.
Abstract: A self winding reel for an elongated, flexible component such as a hose, a cable or other similar component. The reel is operated to wind the hose thereon when pushed forward and to unwind the hose therefrom when the reel is pulled backward, without any additional handling of the hose.
Abstract: A holder for securely, but removably, attaching a medical tube to the body of a patient. The holder comprises a clip releasably connectable to the medical tube, a base for supporting the clip and a connecting component for connecting the clip to the base. An adhesive pad can be associated with the base to secure the holder to the patient.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 3, 1996
Date of Patent:
August 31, 1999
Inventors:
William Brian Bayless, Harry Nicholas Herbert