Abstract: A drape for an input control console of an elongate device may comprise a main drape section configured to fit over the input control console via a main opening at one end of the main drape section. The drape may also comprise a plurality of pockets. Each of the plurality of pockets may include a pocket opening that is attached to a respective secondary opening in the main drape section. Each of the plurality of pockets may be configured to be anchored, at the pocket opening, to a side surface of a respective raised ring or bezel on the input control console using a respective tightening element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel PTP blister packaging material, a PTP blister package comprising the same, and a method of manufacturing the same, and more particularly, to a PET-based blister package which is easy to cut and can be formed with a smooth cut surface, a blister package manufactured using the same as well as a method of manufacturing the same.

Abstract: A hygienic receptacle for storing and transporting soiled articles, the hygienic receptacle including odor-neutralizing and/or absorbing material and sealable opening.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical storage box to be stored in a pharmaceutical refrigerator so as to be freely movable in and out of the pharmaceutical refrigerator, the pharmaceutical storage box including: a bottom plate on which a pharmaceutical is placed, the pharmaceutical having an attached IC tag; a first side plate having an attached first antenna, the first side plate removably connected to a first end surface of the bottom plate; a second side plate removably connected to a second end surface of the bottom plate; and a back plate removably connected to a third end surface of the bottom plate, wherein the first side plate has a first connection structure connectable to the second end surface, wherein the second side plate has a second connection structure that is connectable to the first end surface.

Abstract: A shipping system for shipping planar substrates includes a plurality of planar substrates stacked to form a pack and a plurality of interleaving material including substantially spherical beads positioned between the substrates of the pack and configured to carry a load. Substantially all of the beads have a diameter within 25% of Dmax, where Dmax is a diameter corresponding to a size of an opening of an upper limit sieve used in the shipping system. Also disclosed are a spacer for use in a shipping system for shipping planar substrates, a wrapped system for shipping planar substrates, a method of wrapping a system for shipping planar substrates, and a powder applicator.

Abstract: Packages comprising a film surrounding the sterile medical device are described and including a tear-enabling feature and a gripping feature enabling a user to use a finger, a thumb or an end of a tool to apply a sufficient tearing force to cause the tear-enabling feature to tear and move the first end of the package away from the second end of the package using only one hand and to expose the sterile medical device to be accessed for use. Also described are methods of packaging a sterile medical device.

Abstract: Methods for sterilizing a substrate with radiation and radiation sterilized substrates.

Abstract: An inflatable packaging structure, including at least one inflatable panel made of a plurality of layers of thermoplastic material, the at least one inflatable panel includes a plurality of fluid chambers, whereas a one-way check valve is incorporated into at least one of the plurality of fluid chambers, an air supply line, configured to commonly communicate with each of the one-way check valves to supply fluid into the fluid chambers; and at least two heat sealed edges formed on the at least one inflatable panel, each of which is configured to attach a portion of the at least one inflatable panel to another portion thereof; and wherein the at least two heat sealed edges extend generally in parallel with respect to each other and configured to form the inflatable packaging structure with at least partially rectangular cross-section, having at least four faces.

Abstract: A re-usable, returnable, stackable, modular shipping base that incorporates replaceable components to make the base relatively quick and cost effective to repair. The shipping base is formed from a number of stamped or cut sheet materials (e.g., sheet metal) that are then folded and attached to one another using a tab system. When a component is damaged, the damaged component may be removed from the base and replaced with another mass produced, stamped sheet material component. Components are attached to one another via adhesive, rivets, stitch welding, spot welding, or any other applicable process.

Abstract: Packaging from synthetic material or biopolymers, consisting of a box with lid, whereby the lid is hingedly attached on one side to the box and on the other side is provided with a gripping edge, with which the lid can be lifted to open the lid, whereby the gripping edge is made inaccessible by a casing located around the box, said casing having to be manipulated to make the gripping edge accessible, after which the lid can be manually lifted.

Abstract: A tray composite comprises a polymeric based liner including an exterior surface layer, an interior surface layer, and a formed base removably affixed to the interior surface layer of the polymeric based liner. A formed base is removably affixed to the interior surface layer of the polymeric based liner. The polymeric based liner and the formed base are manually separable after they have been removably affixed together by a first portion of the interior surface layer remaining affixed to the formed base and a second portion of the interior surface layer separating from the first portion of the interior surface layer.

Abstract: Pallet unit (1) for transporting objects comprising a pallet (10) and a stack (11) of object blocks (B1 . . . B5) arranged on the pallet (10). The pallet unit (1) comprises a wrapping sheet (12) having vertical portions (V1 . . . V12) and horizontal portions (h1 h15) covering parts of the blocks (B1 . . . B5), said wrapping sheet (12) being laid along a continuous path and extending at least partly within the stack (11). Method for palletizing object blocks using said pallet unit (1).

Abstract: The present application relates generally to storage devices, and specifically to a combined shovel and storage device for backcountry or all-terrain use comprising a shovel blade and a complementary portion, whereby the shovel blade and the complementary portion are configured to releasably secure together thereby defining a hollow space for storage therebetween. The combined shovel and storage device further includes a shovel shaft, wherein the shovel shaft is of a dimension that can be stored within the hollow space for storage, and wherein the shovel shaft contains a first end with a shovel handle and a second end opposite the first end configured to releasably secure to the shovel blade. Also disclosed is a method of using a combined shovel and storage device to shovel earth, snow, water, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A multifunctional enclosure is described having an elongated sleeve configured with an enlarged opening for the insertion of an elongated member of a medical probe. The multifunctional enclosure is configured to prevent the elongated member of the medical probe from swinging and becoming damaged during transport. The multifunctional enclosure may further comprise an attachment component for securing the medical probe to the multifunctional enclosure. Furthermore, at least one vent may be configured onto the multifunctional enclosure, such as on a first end closure portion. The vent may allow for adequate flow for sterilization and/or drying.

Abstract: A tray includes a bottom portion including a plurality of protrusion patterns and a sidewall portion protruded from the bottom portion. The sidewall portion includes a first side portion provided with a groove defined therein and extending from the bottom portion, an upper surface extending from the first side portion to a direction away from the bottom portion in a plan view, and a second side portion extending from the upper surface and facing the first side portion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cover or case for goods, in particular for use as a cover or case for hobby or sports equipment. In an embodiment, the case has an inner portion, formed of expanded polypropylene (ePP) and defining a cavity for receiving at least part of the item. The case also includes an outer layer, formed of self-reinforcing polypropylene (srPP), arranged to cover an outer surface of at least part of the inner portion. In further embodiments, the cover is formed of two or more sections that may be arranged to at least partially overlap, wherein adjusting the overlap of the at least two sections changes the dimensions of an inner cavity within the cover or case. The case may be telescoping, in order to provide adjustable dimensions for a cavity within the case.

Abstract: Portable storage devices configured to organize and store personal items so that the items can be quickly and easily transported from one location to another, such as during a workout at a gym. In some examples the storage devices may include an attachment feature for securing the storage device to another structure at an above-ground location.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a flexible container and a port. The container includes a first layer coupled to a second layer to define a storage volume within which a tissue specimen can be contained. The first layer has a first stiffness and the second layer has a second stiffness. An edge of the first layer is spaced apart from an edge of the second layer to define an opening into the storage volume. The edges of the first and second layer form a peelable seal that hermetically seals the storage volume such that the first layer can be peeled away from the second layer to expose the storage volume. The port is coupled to the flexible container and allows fluid communication between the storage volume and an external volume.

Abstract: A protective packaging web is disclosed. The web includes a first film web having a plurality of extended portions including a base perimeter enclosing an open base region and an extended surface protruding in one direction from a plane defined by the first film web. The extended surface has a larger surface area than the open base region. The web also includes a second film web sealed to the first film web around a portion of the open base region to form sub-chambers on a side of the first film web opposite the protruding direction. The first film web and the second film web remain unsealed across the open base region defining regions within the sub-chambers suitable to contain a fluid volume. The plurality of sub-chambers are interconnected via one or more intra-chamber channels, allowing each of the sub-chambers to receive and release fluid in response to external pressures.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to an article carrier (90) for packaging a plurality of articles and to a blank (10) for forming the article carrier. The article carrier comprises a plurality of primary panels (12,14,16,18) for forming a tubular structure and defining an interior thereof. The plurality of primary panels includes a first panel (12) and a second panel (14) opposing the first panel. The article carrier further comprises a partition structure for dividing the interior into two or more article-receiving cells. The carrier is formed form a blank comprising a partition-forming section (PS) which comprises a primary partition panel (22,24) and a secondary partition panel(40,44,36,46) formed from the primary partition panel and hingedly connected at one of the opposing ends thereof to the primary partition panel. The upper edge (E1) of the secondary partition panel is defined at least in part by a cutaway (R1) extending from a free end edge (E3) of the blank.