Patents by Inventor Thomas M. Gentle
Thomas M. Gentle 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).
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Patent number: 10448643Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2018Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, Jonathan K. Olson, John J. Matta
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Publication number: 20180139965Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2018Publication date: May 24, 2018Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, Jonathan K. Olson, John J. Matta
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Patent number: 9901100Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2017Date of Patent: February 27, 2018Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, Jonathan K. Olson, John J. Matta
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Publication number: 20170245502Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2017Publication date: August 31, 2017Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, Jonathan K. Olson, John J. Matta
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Patent number: 9655368Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2016Date of Patent: May 23, 2017Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta, Jonathan K. Olson
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Publication number: 20160374347Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta
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Patent number: 9511162Abstract: A method for disinfecting a room includes generating a fog from an enclosure having first and second air inlets and an air dispersion outlet including a fan configured to draw air into the enclosure through first and second air inlets and to force air out of the enclosure. A filter assembly is disposed relative to the second air inlet such that air that flows between the exterior and interior of the enclosure through the second air inlet passes through the filter assembly. The method further includes actuating an air intake assembly, activating the fan, actuating the air intake control assembly, and deactivating the fan.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2014Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Assignee: MAR COR PURIFICATION, INC.Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Thomas M. Gentle, Jr., Michael P. Petersen
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Patent number: 9445600Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2012Date of Patent: September 20, 2016Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta
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Patent number: 9439991Abstract: A method for decontaminating a medical device includes enclosing the medical device in an enclosure including a fog-permeable layer and an exterior port member coupled to the fog-permeable layer. The exterior port member of the enclosure is coupled to a chemical dispersing interface in a decontamination chamber. A pressure in the decontamination chamber is reduced to a sub-atmospheric pressure in a first evacuation step. A room temperature decontaminating fluid is introduced as a fog into the decontamination chamber. The fog is held in the decontamination chamber for a decontaminating time. The pressure in the decontamination chamber is reduced to a sub-atmospheric pressure in a second evacuation step. The decontamination chamber is vented to atmospheric pressure.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2014Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: MEDIVATORS INC.Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Jonathan K. Olson, Thomas M. Gentle, Jr., John E. Marxer, Michael P. Petersen
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Patent number: 9265248Abstract: The present invention provides for antimicrobial compositions, methods of preparing the antimicrobial compositions, methods of using the antimicrobial compositions, and/or kits that include the antimicrobial compositions. The antimicrobial compositions can be in a dry, solid (e.g., powdered) form, or can be in a liquid (e.g., aqueous) form.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2012Date of Patent: February 23, 2016Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta, Adam W. Hauser, Wil Goetsch, Joshua Erickson
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Patent number: 9095731Abstract: Anti-microbial compositions including an anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), at least one short chain alcohol, optional fragrance, and water are provided. The anti-microbial compositions may be used to disinfect both porous and non-porous surfaces. Exemplary compositions may include 0.1-10 wt % of the anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, 0.1-10 wt % polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), 1.0-20 wt % isopropyl alcohol, optional fragrance, and water.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2011Date of Patent: August 4, 2015Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Thomas M. Gentle, Adam W. Hauser, Lisa A. Colomina
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Publication number: 20150064066Abstract: A method for disinfecting a room includes generating a fog from an enclosure having first and second air inlets and an air dispersion outlet including a fan configured to draw air into the enclosure through first and second air inlets and to force air out of the enclosure. A filter assembly is disposed relative to the second air inlet such that air that flows between the exterior and interior of the enclosure through the second air inlet passes through the filter assembly. The method further includes actuating an air intake assembly, activating the fan, actuating the air intake control assembly, and deactivating the fan.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Thomas M. Gentle, Jr., Michael P. Petersen
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Publication number: 20140369887Abstract: A method for decontaminating a medical device includes enclosing the medical device in an enclosure including a fog-permeable layer and an exterior port member coupled to the fog-permeable layer. The exterior port member of the enclosure is coupled to a chemical dispersing interface in a decontamination chamber. A pressure in the decontamination chamber is reduced to a sub-atmospheric pressure in a first evacuation step. A room temperature decontaminating fluid is introduced as a fog into the decontamination chamber. The fog is held in the decontamination chamber for a decontaminating time. The pressure in the decontamination chamber is reduced to a sub-atmospheric pressure in a second evacuation step. The decontamination chamber is vented to atmospheric pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2014Publication date: December 18, 2014Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Jonathan K. Olson, Thomas M. Gentle, John E. Marxer, Michael P. Petersen
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Patent number: 8889081Abstract: A system for disinfecting a room includes an enclosure having first and second air inlets and an air intake control assembly to selectably control air flow into the enclosure through the first and second air inlets. Air that flows between the exterior and interior of the enclosure through the second air inlet passes through a filter assembly. The enclosure also includes an air dispersion outlet having a fan that draws air into the enclosure through the first and second air inlets and forces air out of the enclosure. A chemical dispersion assembly generates a disinfecting fog relative to the fan. A system controller controls the air intake control assembly to disperse the disinfecting fog into the room, and subsequently draw the disinfecting fog from the room and through the filter assembly.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2010Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Thomas M. Gentle, Michael P. Petersen
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Publication number: 20140328941Abstract: A composition that includes: (a) hydrogen peroxide; (b) at least one of an inorganic acid and an organic acid; (c) chelator; (d) anticorrosive agent; and (e) surfactant. Kits that include the composition, as well as methods of using the composition (e.g., as a disinfectant) are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2012Publication date: November 6, 2014Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, John J. Matta, Tuan Nguyen, Thomas M. Gentle
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Publication number: 20140322285Abstract: The invention provides for a low pH disinfectant composition that includes a relatively low amount of alcohol. Also provided is an article of manufacture that includes a textile and the composition, as well as methods of using the composition and article of manufacture (e.g., for reducing the number of microbes located upon a substrate, for killing or inhibiting a broad spectrum of microorganisms, for killing or inhibiting spore forming bacteria, and/or for disinfecting a substrate). The composition can optionally include a stable residual antimicrobial compound, thereby providing a combination of high-level disinfection and long-lasting residual effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2012Publication date: October 30, 2014Inventors: Huyen Phuong Bui, Adam W. Hauser, Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta
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Publication number: 20140294749Abstract: The present invention provides for antimicrobial compositions, methods of preparing the antimicrobial compositions, methods of using the antimicrobial compositions, and/or kits that include the antimicrobial compositions. The antimicrobial compositions can be in a dry, solid (e.g., powdered) form, or can be in a liquid (e.g., aqueous) form.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2012Publication date: October 2, 2014Applicant: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Thomas M. Gentle, John J. Matta, Adam W. Hauser, Wil Goetsch, Joshua Erickson
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Patent number: 8821807Abstract: A pouch for retaining an endoscope during and after a decontamination process includes a first pouch side, a second pouch side attached to the first pouch side to form the pouch that is configured to retain the endoscope, and a port member coupled to the second pouch side. The second pouch side is securable to the first pouch side to seal the endoscope within the pouch. The second pouch side is configured to permit passage of a decontaminating substance. The port member is coupled to the second pouch side and includes an external interface configured to be connected to a device that provides the decontaminating substance for passage through the port member into an interior of the pouch.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2010Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Medivators Inc.Inventors: Mason Schwartz, Jonathan K. Olson, Thomas M. Gentle, Jr., John E. Marxer, Michael P. Petersen
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Publication number: 20120134953Abstract: Anti-microbial compositions including an anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), at least one short chain alcohol, optional fragrance, and water are provided. The anti-microbial compositions may be used to disinfect both porous and non-porous surfaces. Exemplary compositions may include 0.1-10 wt % of the anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, 0.1-10 wt % polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), 1.0-20 wt % isopropyl alcohol, optional fragrance, and water.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2011Publication date: May 31, 2012Applicant: Minntech CorporationInventors: Thomas M. Gentle, Adam W. Hauser, Lisa A. Colomina
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Publication number: 20110135537Abstract: A pouch for retaining an endoscope during and after a decontamination process includes a first pouch side, a second pouch side attached to the first pouch side to form the pouch that is configured to retain the endoscope, and a port member coupled to the second pouch side. The second pouch side is securable to the first pouch side to seal the endoscope within the pouch. The second pouch side is configured to permit passage of a decontaminating substance. The port member is coupled to the second pouch side and includes an external interface configured to be connected to a device that provides the decontaminating substance for passage through the port member into an interior of the pouch.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2010Publication date: June 9, 2011Applicant: Minntech CorporationInventors: Mason Schwartz, Jonathan K. Olson, Thomas M. Gentle, John E. Marxer, Michael P. Petersen