Abstract: A method and system sense print a calibration feature towards an edge of a medium, scan the feature to determine a parameter and adjust a characteristic of the scanner based on the parameter.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a media handling system is provided to transfer media through an image forming device having a primary media path and a duplex media path. The media handling system includes a media feeder configured to input media into the duplex media path of the image forming device.

Abstract: A method and system sense print a calibration feature towards an edge of a medium, scan the feature to determine a parameter and adjust a characteristic of the scanner based on the parameter.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for generating a calibration target on a medium. The method can include the operation of inserting the medium into a printer with a first orientation. A further operation can be printing a first calibration feature at a first lateral location on the medium. Another operation can be reinserting the medium into the printer with a second orientation rotated 180 degrees from the first orientation. A second calibration feature can be printed at a second lateral location on the medium.

Abstract: Provided is sampling and testing device for the detection of specific molds, allergens, viruses, bacteria, fungi, and other protein containing substances. Embodiments of the device include a sampling member slideably engaged with a base that contains a lateral flow strip adapted to detect specific analytes of interest. The sampling member defines a solvent reservoir that stores an elution solvent in a fluid-tight manner before the device is used to sample and test environmental surfaces. During slideable withdrawal of the sampling member from the base, the elution solvent stored in the reservoir is automatically released to a wick assembly of the sampling member. The wick assembly includes a wick adapted to receive, distribute, and retain the elution solvent. After a user samples an environmental surface for an analyte of interest with the elution solvent wetted wick, the sampling member is returned to the base where the wick contacts the lateral flow strip contained in the base.

Abstract: Provided is a demonstration apparatus comprising a top subassembly and a bottom subassembly. The top subassembly includes a reservoir adapted to contain a consumer product to be demonstrated. The consumer product has efficacy to produce a consumer-desired effect that is directly or indirectly observable. The bottom subassembly includes a vial containing a contaminant upon which the consumer product produces the consumer-desired effect. The top sub assembly and bottom subassembly are coupled to a reservoir seal element. Upon activation of the demonstration apparatus, the consumer product flows into the bottom subassembly and contacts the contaminant to produce the consumer-desired effect. Also provided, are a method of use for the demonstration apparatus and a kit containing the demonstration apparatus.

Abstract: A device for collecting, testing and transporting a liquid specimen of urine or the like incorporates a cup or container and a cooperating lid which becomes sealed about its upper rim when the lid is mated with the specimen-containing cup. An upwardly open subchamber of defined volume, formed in the bottom wall of the cup, is sealed by engagement with a downwardly extending hollow plug portion of the lid that has a bottom wall containing a central aperture closed by a frangible sheet material seal. When initial testing is to be conducted, an elongated assay cartridge is inserted vertically downward through the hollow plug. The bottom end splits open the frangible seal and enters into the subchamber containing the defined volume of the liquid sample, which becomes totally absorbed by a pair of elongated nitrocellulose strips, along which the liquid moves by capillary action to effect the assay tests.

Abstract: When a printer is connected to conventional office power, i.e.. 110 VAC service, it automatically operates in “slowdown-capable” mode. In such a “slowdown-capable” mode, as the printer works harder, it may slow down and reduce performance when there is not enough energy available from the input power source. When the same printer is connected to 220 Volt (or higher) service, it automatically senses this higher input power availability and allows the printer to draw more power from the input, always operating at its highest performance mode to complete the jobs as efficiently as possible. Thus, the printer operates at its highest performance level taking in to consideration the minimum amount of power available and amount of power necessary.

Abstract: A device for collecting, testing and transporting a liquid specimen of urine or the like incorporates a cup or container and a cooperating lid which becomes sealed about its upper rim when the lid is mated with the specimen-containing cup. An upwardly open subchamber of defined volume, formed in the bottom wall of the cup, is sealed by engagement with a downwardly extending hollow plug portion of the lid that has a bottom wall containing a central aperture closed by a frangible sheet material seal. When initial testing is to be conducted, an elongated assay cartridge is inserted vertically downward through the hollow plug. The bottom end splits open the frangible seal and enters into the subchamber containing the defined volume of the liquid sample, which becomes totally absorbed by a pair of elongated nitrocellulose strips, along which the liquid moves by capillary action to effect the assay tests.

Abstract: A lighting fixture assembly includes a unitary housing having a reflector, neck and wire receiving portion. Electrical circuits include electrically conductive strips housed in a circuit support comprising mating halves. A mid-portion is removed from one strip to form a modular electrical circuit that is coupled to a thermal cut-off device also housed in the circuit support which is disposed within the housing neck. The wire receiving portion includes semi-cylindrical walls with opposed gaps that define a path for receiving a power supply line. Piercing pins of the circuits protrude above the circuit support. An adapter includes a curved recess for receiving a power supply line and directing the line to make contact with the piercing pins. A removable cap is mated to the wire receiving portion to apply force onto the adapter, thereby causing the power supply line to be pierced by the pins.

Abstract: A needleless fluid transfer apparatus includes a housing and a plunger. The housing includes a punch pointed enough to penetrate a tube with a stopper, yet substantially blunt such that it would not puncture human skin. The plunger is movable between a forward, dispensing position and a retracted, retaining position with respect to the housing. The plunger includes a piston with a seal that helps to retrieve fluid into a fluid passageway inside the housing. A projection extending distally from the seal minimizes dead volume by expelling fluid which would otherwise be disposed within a punch of the housing. The external structure of the plunger is designed for easy maneuverability by the user such that the apparatus may be operated with a single hand. A positive stop is provided such that exact volume of fluid may be retrieved and dispensed.

Abstract: A needleless fluid transfer apparatus includes a housing and a plunger. The housing includes a punch pointed enough to penetrate a tube with a stopper, yet substantially blunt such that it would not puncture human skin. The plunger is movable between a forward, dispensing position and a retracted, retaining position with respect to the housing. The plunger includes a piston with a seal that helps to retrieve fluid into a fluid passageway inside the housing. A projection extending distally from the seal minimizes dead volume by expelling fluid which would otherwise be disposed within a punch of the housing. The external structure of the plunger is designed for easy maneuverability by the user such that the apparatus may be operated with a single hand. A positive stop is provided such that exact volume of fluid may be retrieved and dispensed.

Abstract: An electronic printer having wireless power and communications connections to accessory units to which it is adjacent and with which it is in contact during operation is disclosed. Communications between the printer and the accessory unit, instead of being handled via a cable connection, are achieved using a two-way, infrared (IR) communications link. Power is supplied to the accessory via inductive coupling rather than directly through power cables. As inductive coupling works efficiently only over very short distances, the accessory unit is equipped with a standby battery power so that the accessory may be temporarily separated from the printer (e.g., in order to eliminate media jams) without loss of accessory status data. When the accessory is once again positioned immediately adjacent the printer, the inductive coupling reassumes the role of power provision.