Patents Assigned to Vioguard
  • Patent number: 11191857
    Abstract: A modular light assembly for an ultraviolet (UV) treatment device includes a UV light reflective surface. First and second sidewalls are coupled to respective sides of the reflective surface. Electrical input contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for receiving electrical power, and electrical output contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for delivering electrical power. A plurality of UV lamps are included, each of which have a first end and a second end. The first end of each of the UV lamps is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the first sidewall, and the second end is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the second sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: Vioguard Inc.
    Inventors: Roger R. Pangan, Jr., Steven Michael Swedenburg
  • Patent number: 10682432
    Abstract: A modular light assembly for an ultraviolet (UV) treatment device includes a UV light reflective surface. First and second sidewalls are coupled to respective sides of the reflective surface. Electrical input contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for receiving electrical power, and electrical output contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for delivering electrical power. A plurality of UV lamps are included, each of which have a first end and a second end. The first end of each of the UV lamps is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the first sidewall, and the second end is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the second sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2020
    Assignee: VIOGUARD INC.
    Inventors: Roger R. Pangan, Jr., Steven Michael Swedenburg
  • Patent number: 10413625
    Abstract: A modular light assembly for an ultraviolet (UV) treatment device includes a UV light reflective surface. First and second sidewalls are coupled to respective sides of the reflective surface. Electrical input contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for receiving electrical power, and electrical output contacts are formed on each of the first and second sidewalls for delivering electrical power. A plurality of UV lamps are included, each of which have a first end and a second end. The first end of each of the UV lamps is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the first sidewall, and the second end is coupled to a respective one of the electrical output contacts on the second sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Vioguard
    Inventors: Roger R. Pangan, Jr., Steven Michael Swedenburg
  • Patent number: 9233179
    Abstract: A sanitizing system for use with monitors, particularly including touchscreen monitors, includes an ultraviolet light source positioned about a periphery of the monitor and configured to transmit light toward the monitor. A sensor detects the presence of an object such as a human finger in the close vicinity or in contact with the monitor in order to stop the operation of the lights.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2016
    Assignee: VIOGUARD LLC
    Inventors: Craig Ranta, Steven Swedenberg
  • Publication number: 20150028228
    Abstract: A handrail sanitization system incorporates ultraviolet light treatment into long straight sections of the handrail run, most preferably along the hidden return area of the endless loop forming the moving handrail. This treatment area allows for longer exposure times to the UV light and facilitates the treatment of the entire outer surface of the handrail. In some versions, an additional dosage controller is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2013
    Publication date: January 29, 2015
    Applicant: Vioguard LLC
    Inventors: Dale Almasy, Roger Pangan, Laurence Ranta, Eric Verme
  • Patent number: 8084752
    Abstract: A keyboard and touchpad or mouse UV treatment system with optical sensor and inclined slide is described. A proximity sensor, microcontroller firmware, and motorized mechanism allow activation of the sanitization cycle by personnel with contaminated hands without risk of additional spreading of pathogens to other personnel and patients. The inclined slide provides stability when operated on a desk, and the microcontroller and optical sensor determine the proper exposure time to compensate for lamp aging and variations in lamp output.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Assignee: VioGuard Corporation
    Inventors: Craig Ranta, Steven Fisher
  • Publication number: 20090218512
    Abstract: A keyboard and touchpad or mouse UV treatment system with optical sensor and inclined slide is described. A proximity sensor, microcontroller firmware, and motorized mechanism allow activation of the sanitization cycle by personnel with contaminated hands without risk of additional spreading of pathogens to other personnel and patients. The inclined slide provides stability when operated on a desk, and the microcontroller and optical sensor determine the proper exposure time to compensate for lamp aging and variations in lamp output.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Publication date: September 3, 2009
    Applicant: Vioguard Corporation
    Inventors: Craig Ranta, Steven Fisher