Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Thedore M. Magee
  • Contaminant plug for medical instrument sterilization containers
    Patent number: 6715628
    Abstract: A medical instrument sterilization container (10) is provided which includes a port (18). A removable filter (32) is received within port (18) to enable sterilization of instruments placed within container (10). A removable plug (48) replaces filter (32) to enable container (10) to be used to transport instruments without leaking of fluids therefrom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2004
    Assignee: Steris Inc.
    Inventors: Robert L. Nichols, William H. Patterson, Keith F. Lindsey