Patents by Inventor Eric Deprey

Eric Deprey has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 12318502
    Abstract: Various examples disclosed relate to a device for use in a disinfection process. The device can include, for example, a sampling assembly capable of a first position and a second position, wherein the sampling assembly is configured to be used inside a sterilization system. The sampling assembly can include a top portion, a bottom portion, at least one seal therebetween such that the top portion and the bottom portion form an airtight compartment when in the first position, a central pin running through the top portion and bottom portion, and an actuator configured to move the sampling assembly between the first position and the second position along the central pin during a portion of the disinfection process, such that the sampling assembly can collect a sample of atmosphere within the disinfection system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2025
    Assignee: Medivators Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Deprey, Martin J. Kaib, Maruti Sinha, Adam Zutz, Judson A. Herrig
  • Publication number: 20240390543
    Abstract: Various examples disclosed relate to a device for use in a disinfection process. The device can include, for example, a sampling assembly capable of a first position and a second position, wherein the sampling assembly is configured to be used inside a sterilization system. The sampling assembly can include a top portion, a bottom portion, at least one seal therebetween such that the top portion and the bottom portion form an airtight compartment when in the first position, a central pin running through the top portion and bottom portion, and an actuator configured to move the sampling assembly between the first position and the second position along the central pin during a portion of the disinfection process, such that the sampling assembly can collect a sample of atmosphere within the disinfection system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2024
    Publication date: November 28, 2024
    Inventors: Eric Deprey, Martin J. Kaib, Maruti Sinha, Adam Zutz, Judson A. Herrig
  • Patent number: 12076458
    Abstract: Various examples disclosed relate to a device for use in a disinfection process. The device can include, for example, a sampling assembly capable of a first position and a second position, wherein the sampling assembly is configured to be used inside a sterilization system. The sampling assembly can include a top portion, a bottom portion, at least one seal therebetween such that the top portion and the bottom portion form an airtight compartment when in the first position, a central pin running through the top portion and bottom portion, and an actuator configured to move the sampling assembly between the first position and the second position along the central pin during a portion of the disinfection process, such that the sampling assembly can collect a sample of atmosphere within the disinfection system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2024
    Assignee: American Sterilizer Company
    Inventors: Eric Deprey, Martin J Kaib, Maruti Sinha, Adam Zutz, Judson A. Herrig
  • Publication number: 20210353812
    Abstract: Various examples disclosed relate to a device for use in a disinfection process. The device can include, for example, a sampling assembly capable of a first position and a second position, wherein the sampling assembly is configured to be used inside a sterilization system. The sampling assembly can include a top portion, a bottom portion, at least one seal therebetween such that the top portion and the bottom portion form an airtight compartment when in the first position, a central pin running through the top portion and bottom portion, and an actuator configured to move the sampling assembly between the first position and the second position along the central pin during a portion of the disinfection process, such that the sampling assembly can collect a sample of atmosphere within the disinfection system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Eric Deprey, Martin J, Kaib, Maruti Sinha, Adam Zutz, Judson A. Herrig
  • Publication number: 20070095394
    Abstract: Apparatus to prevent pollution of potable water by preventing backflow in an endoscope reprocessor including a spout a spout discharging water vertically downward and a flow diverter positioned under and aligned with the spout redirecting the water off of vertical. The apparatus may also include one or more passageways either internal to a base or in external auxiliary spouts for discharging other liquids into the water in the region of the flow diverter to mnix the other liquids and water together. The apparatus may also have an air gap with a predetermined minimum length between the spout and the flow diverter or auxiliary spouts to prevent backflow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2005
    Publication date: May 3, 2007
    Applicant: Minntech Corporation
    Inventors: Eric Deprey, Gregory Whiteley