Patents Assigned to PDC Facilities, Inc.
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Patent number: 10250239Abstract: A filter with five or more electrically isolated inputs filtering EMI is provided for configurable lighting systems in an MRI room. The LED driver can be remote or on board the luminaire. Fixtures with no on-board electronics and Cat5 wiring are also possible given the MZPS characteristics. The embodiment of the filter includes independent, electrically isolated, low voltage, and low current feedthroughs. While the filter housing can take any form, the preferred embodiment is DB (or D-subminiature which contains two or more rows of pins or sockets surrounded by a D-shaped metal shield that, among other things, screens against EMI). Individual feedthrough filters may be paralleled to increase total current required for increase load demand for MRI lighting systems. Further, the use of electrically isolated AC/DC or DC/DC drive electronics, enable the use of a low cost multi-input filter which supplies an MRI scan room with power to drive luminaires.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2018Date of Patent: April 2, 2019Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Murphy, Andrew D. Bendtsen
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Patent number: 10226179Abstract: A method, system and software product are provided such that a patient in an MRI suite can select and enjoy personalized lighting, music, images and video with a touch screen for a program that is displayed on a system interactive digital unit or device. A wide and advanced variety of pre-programmed themes can be provided with the system, as is the option of creating customized content by the healthcare provider. Image panels help to “transport” the patient “away” from the confining space in the magnet bore of the MRI scanner, moving the patient's focus from the scanner to his or her surroundings. A ceiling image panel displays images of the patient's choice. Patients can also “dock” their own electronic device to enjoy their own audio visual content. The lighting of the suite can be returned to normal lighting when required and then back to the patient's original selections.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2013Date of Patent: March 12, 2019Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: James P. Maslowski, Elmer B. Woods, R. Michael Slemin
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Publication number: 20140121453Abstract: A method, system and software product are provided such that a patient in an MRI suite can select and enjoy personalized lighting, music, images and video with a touch screen for a program that is displayed on a system interactive digital unit or device. A wide and advanced variety of pre-programmed themes can be provided with the system, as is the option of creating customized content by the healthcare provider. Image panels help to “transport” the patient “away” from the confining space in the magnet bore of the MRI scanner, moving the patient's focus from the scanner to his or her surroundings. A ceiling image panel displays images of the patient's choice. Patients can also “dock” their own electronic device to enjoy their own audio visual content. The lighting of the suite can be returned to normal lighting when required and then back to the patient's original selections.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2013Publication date: May 1, 2014Applicant: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventor: PDC Facilities, Inc.
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Patent number: 8449169Abstract: An LED replacement light bulb for use in a standard AC light bulb socket is provided. The light bulb includes a body, a heat sink portion and an end cap arranged to receive DC electrical current from the AC light bulb socket where the AC electrical system has been converted to a DC electrical system. The LED replacement bulb includes a base and wires connecting the base to a plurality of LEDs or to an LED board. A quick disconnect is disposed between the base and the plurality of LEDS or the LED board to allow for easy removal and replacement of the LEDs or of the LED board. In one preferred embodiment, a lens cover is provided with stand-off legs to avoid metal to metal contact between the bulb and its surrounding lighting fixture.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2012Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: James P. Maslowski, Elmer B. Woods, Matthew Boesel
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Patent number: 8087203Abstract: A waveguide for a radio frequency door like that used in a medical imaging room allows intravenous lines and electrical conduits to be inserted through the door frame without being disconnected from the patient. The waveguide includes a door frame section, and a removable, telescoping or pivoting movable member that cooperates with the door frame section to retain the conduits. The movable member is positioned away from the door frame section during insertion and removal of the conduits from the door frame section, and is positioned adjacent the door frame section when the conduits are being retained. The dimensions and materials of the waveguide are selected to achieve attenuation of electromagnetic interference.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2009Date of Patent: January 3, 2012Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Boesel, James P. Maslowski, Dean Molstad, Steve Zwicke
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Patent number: 7819139Abstract: A flow liner includes a flexible conduit having a first end and a second end. A gasket has an outside diameter and an aperture. A first portion of the first end is positioned to extend through the aperture and fold around the outside diameter such that a folded over portion of the first portion is in contact with the outer surface of the flexible conduit to define a seal therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2007Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer B. Woods, Bruce A. Bliefnick, James P. Maslowski
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Publication number: 20100154325Abstract: A waveguide for a radio frequency door like that used in a medical imaging room allows intravenous lines and electrical conduits to be inserted through the door frame without being disconnected from the patient. The waveguide includes a door frame section, and a removable, telescoping or pivoting movable member that cooperates with the door frame section to retain the conduits. The movable member is positioned away from the door frame section during insertion and removal of the conduits from the door frame section, and is positioned adjacent the door frame section when the conduits are being retained. The dimensions and materials of the waveguide are selected to achieve attenuation of electromagnetic interference.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: PDC FACILITIES, INC.Inventors: Matthew Boesel, James P. Maslowski, Dean Molstad, Steve Zwicke
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Patent number: 7497130Abstract: A flow meter assembly includes a flow meter including a tube through which a fluid flows. The flow meter is operable to measure the amount of fluid flowing through the tube. A liner is positioned within the tube and is removably coupled with the tube such that fluid flowing through the tube flows through the liner without contacting an inner surface of the tube.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2005Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer B. Woods, Bruce A. Bliefnick, James P. Maslowski
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Patent number: 7484345Abstract: A filling machine operable to dispense a fluid from a fluid supply to a container having an opening and a cap configured to cover the opening. The filling machine includes a housing that defines a fill chamber and a cap removal assembly at least partially located within the fill chamber. The cap removal assembly is operable to remove the cap from the opening of the container within the fill chamber. The filling machine further includes a fill line assembly having an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is configured to be coupled to the fluid supply and the outlet is located within the fill chamber. The outlet is configured to be placed in fluid communication with the opening of the container. The fill line assembly is removably coupled to the filling machine, and fluid flowing from the fluid supply to the container flows through the fill line assembly.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2006Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer B. Woods, Bruce A. Bliefnick, James P. Maslowski
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Patent number: 7448165Abstract: A door and door frame assembly having a door closing mechanism adapted to provide sufficient closing force to the door so that the door engages and sufficiently compresses a gasket between the door and the door frame to prevent electromagnetic interference, such as environmental radio frequencies, from passing between the door and door frame. The door closing mechanism moves a strike plate relative to the door frame to close the door once it is latched to the strike plate. The strike plate is moveable between an extended position and a retracted position relative to the door frame. In the extended position, the gasket is not sufficiently compressed between the door and door frame even though the door is latched. In the retracted position, the gasket is sufficiently compressed between the door and the door frame to attenuate the passage of electromagnetic interference between the door and door frame.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2004Date of Patent: November 11, 2008Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer B. Woods, Bruce A. Bliefnick, Matthew Boesel
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Publication number: 20080035227Abstract: A flow liner includes a flexible conduit having a first end and a second end. A gasket has an outside diameter and an aperture. A first portion of the first end is positioned to extend through the aperture and fold around the outside diameter such that a folded over portion of the first portion is in contact with the outer surface of the flexible conduit to define a seal therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2007Publication date: February 14, 2008Applicant: PDC FACILITIES, INC.Inventors: Elmer Woods, Bruce Bliefnick, James Maslowski
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Patent number: 7285749Abstract: A tube sealing device for sealing a resilient thermoplastic tube. The tube sealing device includes a base that supports a resilient thermoplastic tube in a fixed position relative to the base. The heating tool and the cooling tool are coupled to the base for movement relative to each other. Relative movement between the heating tool and the base aligns the heating tool with a portion of the resilient thermoplastic tube. The heating tool operates to contact, pinch and heat the portion of the resilient thermoplastic tube. Relative movement between the cooling tool and the base aligns the cooling tool with the same portion of the resilient thermoplastic tube. The cooling tool operates to contact, pinch and cool the resilient thermoplastic tube to form a seal.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2005Date of Patent: October 23, 2007Assignee: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer B. Woods, Bruce A. Bliefnick, Robert M. Slemin
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Publication number: 20070119121Abstract: A filling machine operable to dispense a fluid from a fluid supply to a container having an opening and a cap configured to cover the opening. The filling machine includes a housing that defines a fill chamber and a cap removal assembly at least partially located within the fill chamber. The cap removal assembly is operable to remove the cap from the opening of the container within the fill chamber. The filling machine further includes a fill line assembly having an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is configured to be coupled to the fluid supply and the outlet is located within the fill chamber. The outlet is configured to be placed in fluid communication with the opening of the container. The fill line assembly is removably coupled to the filling machine, and fluid flowing from the fluid supply to the container flows through the fill line assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2006Publication date: May 31, 2007Applicant: PDC FACILITIES, INC.Inventors: Elmer Woods, Bruce Bliefnick, James Maslowski
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Publication number: 20060086051Abstract: A door and door frame assembly having a door closing mechanism adapted to provide sufficient closing force to the door so that the door engages and sufficiently compresses a gasket between the door and the door frame to prevent electromagnetic interference, such as environmental radio frequencies, from passing between the door and door frame. The door closing mechanism moves a strike plate relative to the door frame to close the door once it is latched to the strike plate. The strike plate is moveable between an extended position and a retracted position relative to the door frame. In the extended position, the gasket is not sufficiently compressed between the door and door frame even though the door is latched. In the retracted position, the gasket is sufficiently compressed between the door and the door frame to attenuate the passage of electromagnetic interference between the door and door frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2004Publication date: April 27, 2006Applicant: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer Woods, Bruce Bliefnick, Matthew Boesel
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Publication number: 20060010991Abstract: A flow meter assembly includes a flow meter including a tube through which a fluid flows. The flow meter is operable to measure the amount of fluid flowing through the tube. A liner is positioned within the tube and is removably coupled with the tube such that fluid flowing through the tube flows through the liner without contacting an inner surface of the tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2005Publication date: January 19, 2006Applicant: PDC Facilities, Inc.Inventors: Elmer Woods, Bruce Bliefnick, James Maslowski