Abstract: A system utilizing a concentrated cleaner and/or disinfectant and optionally concentrated lubricant or combinations thereof or concentrated multifunctional products within these classes; packaged in container sizes that are generally not greater than about 5 gallons each so as to permit greater flexibility in storage locations, especially at the area of use. In certain embodiments, the system further comprises an external empty bottle detection and alarm system. In certain embodiment, the system will also include a flow failure detection unit. In most preferred embodiments, both the “empty bottle” sensor and the “flow failure” are used, and preferably each has an independent ability to “lock up” the entire system to prevent further use of the system until the problem is corrected. In other embodiments a sediment avoidance feature is utilized, which is embodied either in the bottle design, in angling of mounting the bottle in a mounting bracket, or both.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container for sterilizing medical instruments and, in particular, to a sterilization container useful for flash sterilization that includes a thermostatically controlled valve that permits maximum steam or gas sterilant penetration and prevents microorganisms and dust from entering. The thermostatic valve also allows storage of sterilized contents and reduces moisture within the sterilization container.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container and methods for sterilizing medical instruments with various embodiments including use of an instrument tray and a thermostatically controlled valve. In particular, this invention relates to a sterilization container useful for sterilization with various sterilization techniques including gas, gas plasma and steam. The sterilization container of the present invention permits steam or gas sterilant penetration and prevents microorganisms and dust from entering. The materials used may be made of a suitable metal, including an aluminum alloy, that may be heat treated and/or anodized or coated with a suitable material.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an instrument count stand for supporting scissors or scissor-like instruments having a pair of blades and a pair of handles. The stand includes a base having a plurality of slots for receiving portions of the instruments. A pair of side walls extending from the base support a roller. A handle is attached to the roller for moving the roller from a first position disengaged from the handles of the instruments to a second position which contacts the handles of the instruments and spreads the handles and accordingly the blade-like members of the instruments.