Patents by Inventor Rick Methe

Rick Methe 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).

  • System for preparation and use of dialysis solution
    Patent number: 5385564
    Abstract: A system for packaging and using granulated solid dialysate concentrate. A bag is constructed to hold granulated or powder concentrate, having a V-shaped bottom with an access port in the bottom. Water is flowed through the access port and into the bag using suitable water control means. The incoming water lifts and suspends the granules or powder in a turbulent flow, thereby filling the container simultaneous with dissolving the granules or powder. The water with dissolve concentrate then constitutes the dialysis solution and is ready for use or transfer to a dialysate delivery machine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 1992
    Date of Patent: January 31, 1995
    Assignee: Fresenius USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Glenn L. Slater, Jerry Woods, Steve Alford, Dave Updyke, Rick Methe