Disinfectant Device Patents (Class 220/87.1)
  • Patent number: 12027032
    Abstract: A sensitive area activity monitoring system is provided. A non-intrusive sensor that does not provide image, video, or audio data is used to capture data in a sensitive area that is associated with an activity. The sensor data is logged and provided to a downstream service tasked with personalizing the service based upon the logged data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2024
    Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)
    Inventors: William Preston Culbertson, II, Gregory David Hansen, Mark Anthony Lopez, Will Kerns Maney, Keegan Patrick Hayes, Steven Michael Bernstein
  • Patent number: 11812737
    Abstract: A wearable protection device for providing a barrier against pests, insects, and other debris around the handle of a residential or commercial trash can is disclosed. The device includes a sleeve body, the sleeve body having a first end including a mouth and a second end including a pair of mitten appendages; a mechanical closure for closing the mouth; and a peelable semi-permanent adhesive tape positioned at the base of the pair of mitten appendages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2023
    Inventor: Darren Mark Teren
  • Patent number: 11672245
    Abstract: A pest control device for providing a barrier against pests and insects around the handle of a residential trash can is disclosed. The device includes a generally rectangular shaped, flexible body, the body having a first set of opposing ends and a second set of opposing ends, wherein each set of opposing ends are generally perpendicular between each other; a pair of elastic bands coupled to the first set of opposing ends; a pair of peel-off adhesive tape coupled to the second set of opposing ends; and a pair of tethers, each tether connecting the first set of opposing ends.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Inventor: Darren Mark Teren
  • Patent number: 11142395
    Abstract: The invention is for a sanitary container to receive and at least temporarily store waste. The container has a hollow housing with an upper aperture, and a portion of the housing can open and reveal the hollow interior. There is an upper part, located substantially above the housing to act as a lid, and this can move to open and close the upper aperture. There is an endless cassette non-rotationally mounted at or near the upper aperture, which holds a length of shirred plastics tubing which exits the cassette at or near its top and which can flow down through a central aperture of the endless cassette toward a bottom of the housing to form a containment. The containment can then receive waste from the upper aperture when open by the lid. The containment can be accessed by the portion when open, and the containment can be drawn downwardly to form a new containment replenished from the cassette and sealed closed by the sealer unit, and allows removal of the containment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Butler Concepts Limited
    Inventors: Raymond Thomas Butler, Patricia Margaret Butler, Paul Francis Zwaan, Michael Freeman
  • Patent number: 11078015
    Abstract: Described is a system for controlling the operation of a trash can lid that includes a shell for receiving trash, a lid assembly that covers a portion of the shell, and an actuator assembly that independently controls the rate in which the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. Also provided is a system for improving the operation of a trash can that includes a lid assembly for covering a portion of a shell, an actuator assembly, a base assembly, and a hydraulic component. The hydraulic component controls the rate in which a portion of the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. The system further includes an adjustable volume of space that is formed between the base assembly and the removable liner when the removable liner is coupled to the base assembly. The adjustable volume of space can be used to store deodorizers, insecticides, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: TRAMONTINA USA, INC.
    Inventors: Mars Mashburn, Tim Tobola, Trent Veazey
  • Patent number: 10478025
    Abstract: A toilet training device includes an odor remediation system for absorbing or masking odors that may be created during toilet training. The odor remediation system may include a modular odor remediating insert that may be releasably positioned within a recess that is provided within the toilet training device. The odor remediating insert may include an odor absorbing substance such as sodium bicarbonate, an odor masking substance such as a fragrance or a combination of an odor absorbing substance and an odor masking substance. The toilet training device also includes a system for dispensing wipes that may utilize a recess that is defined in a side wall of the main body portion of the toilet training device. A wipes cartridge is designed so that it can be used to conveniently dispense wipes regardless of whether it is separated from the toilet training device or mounted within the recess of the toilet training device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven B. Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Mark G. Tebbe, Huisok Pyon
  • Patent number: 10314930
    Abstract: A dispenser for dispensing scented granules into a trash receptacle includes an enclosure having an open top end, a bottom end, and a peripheral wall. The enclosure is fixed against a bottom side of a lid to the trash receptacle with a riser tube traversing an aperture of the lid and an attachment ring. A portion control flange is fixed inside the enclosure proximate the bottom end thereof to segregate a predetermined portion of the scented granules when the enclosure is in a first upright orientation. A top end of the portion control flange is fixed with the peripheral wall which has a discharge aperture therethrough below the portion control flange. When the enclosure is placed in a second orientation inclined towards the discharge aperture, the segregated scented granules slide between the portion control flange and the enclosure to exist the discharge aperture into the trash receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignee: Pioneer Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Wyne, Rosemary Corbey, Kevin R. Prince
  • Patent number: 9743815
    Abstract: A toilet apparatus includes a waste material receiving bowl having a top member with an opening defining an annular seating surface, and an agitation device to agitate an absorbent media and the waste material disposed in the disposable bag while the agitation device does not come into contact with the absorbent media and the waste material. The toilet apparatus also includes a disposable bag having an upper edge to be releasably secured to the annular seating surface such that waste material introduced through the opening is received by and retained in the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Assignee: Hibbs Marketing Services LLC
    Inventor: Curtis Randall Hibbs
  • Patent number: 9408411
    Abstract: This Invention is with respect to a kind of bacteriostatic mold-proof antiseptic paster, which is mainly composed of forming a graphic layer on a base material after printing, and the upward side of the graphic layer fitting for a lustering film polyester layer, which is a implastic viscose with a lustering layer, and there is a lower PE lamination layer below the base material, and a release lamination layer below the lower PE lamination layer. In this way, it forms a sheet, and then put the sheet in the fumigating tank with special raw materials to extract the edible mold-proof bacteriostatic material, to constitute a bacteriostatic mold-proof antiseptic paster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Inventor: Wei-Yin Chang
  • Patent number: 9309048
    Abstract: Described is a system for controlling the operation of a trash can lid that includes a shell for receiving trash, a lid assembly that covers a portion of the shell, and an actuator assembly that independently controls the rate in which the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. Also provided is a system for improving the operation of a trash can that includes a lid assembly for covering a portion of a shell, an actuator assembly, a base assembly, and a hydraulic component. The hydraulic component controls the rate in which a portion of the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. The system further includes an adjustable volume of space that is formed between the base assembly and the removable liner when the removable liner is coupled to the base assembly. The adjustable volume of space can be used to store deodorizers, insecticides, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: Tramontina USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Mars Mashburn, Tim Tobola, Trent Veazey
  • Patent number: 9156613
    Abstract: The invention is directed to the mitigation of nuisance insects, predominantly common flies and wasps, attracted to and gathering in discarded food, spills and related waste in garbage receptacles. A solar-powered, programmable or programmed dispenser of an aerosol agent releases the aerosol agent into the waste receptacle at selected intervals. The solar panel acts both as a power source and as a dusk-to-daylight sensor to turn the dispenser system off at night when insect populations are less troublesome but on in the morning to clear any accumulated insects and prepare the receptacle for use during the day. The dispenser system of the invention reduces the exposure of visitors to stings suffered by both patrons of a given establishment as well as the sanitation workers providing for a more enjoyable recreational experience and workplace.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Inventor: Todd El-Taher
  • Publication number: 20140251994
    Abstract: A device for use with a drink dispenser is disclosed herein. The device includes an insert having one or more treatment characteristics and that is sized to be received within a trough of a drink dispenser and a panel engaged with the insert. The panel defines a plurality of apertures that allow flowthrough of spilled liquid from the drink dispenser into the insert.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2013
    Publication date: September 11, 2014
    Applicant: INTERCON CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Inventors: Thomas Worth, James Epstein, Paul Bradley Forrest
  • Patent number: 8771606
    Abstract: A kitchen waste bin having a casing; a lid hingedly attached to the casing and moveable between open and closed positions. The lid includes an outer casing, an inner casing and a cavity there between. The inner casing having one or more apertures communicating between the cavity and the interior of the receptacle when the lid is closed; an ozone generator located within the cavity arranged to discharge ozone into the receptacle where the ozone generator is an ultraviolet source that includes an elongate lamp in an elongate channel shaped reflector; a switch that generates and transmits a control signal when the lid is moved; and a control unit arranged to switch the ozone generator on or off in response to a control signal. Ozone is discharged into the receptacle for a sterilization period when the lid is closed. Discharge of the ozone stops when the lid is opened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: T Plus Limited
    Inventor: Brian Sun
  • Publication number: 20140183193
    Abstract: A waste storage device (200) is provided comprising a waste storage compartment for storing waste and a lid (206). The device (200) further comprises a dispenser (208) for dispensing an agent inside the waste storage device (200) and an actuator (212) arranged to activate the dispenser (208).
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Publication date: July 3, 2014
    Applicant: Sangenic International Ltd.
    Inventors: Steven Hammond, Scott Rontree, Adam Clarke, Paul Schofield, David Akeman, Nicholas Cudworth, Richard Sharp
  • Patent number: 8727181
    Abstract: Trash receptacles are rarely cleaned. These containers can contain germs and disease in them in many situations. This liquid dispensing device will spray a liquid of choice with in the interior of the trash receptacle automatically every time it is emptied and replaced onto the support surface. These liquids may drastically reduce the amount of bacteria, germs, insects, and disease with in the container. This device will provide this sanitation service automatically. This liquid dispensing device may be attached to industrial dumpsters as well as to residential trash containers. This device does not require a power supply.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Eric Stephen Larabee
  • Patent number: 8657139
    Abstract: A system for delivering deodorizer or repellent or both is intended for use with a household or commercial container including a cover. The system includes a first receptacle formed as a first housing shell surrounding a volume for holding a repellent or deodorizer, where openings allow part of the repellent or deodorizer to escape into the environment when the first receptacle is positioned on the outer cover surface and the cover is positioned on the container. A second receptacle formed as a second housing shell surrounding an inner volume for holding a repellent or deodorizer, where openings allow part of the repellent or deodorizer to escape into the inner container environment when the second receptacle is positioned on the inner cover surface and the cover is positioned on the container. A connector detachably connects the receptacles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Inventor: Julia Ann Bodine
  • Patent number: 8647587
    Abstract: A powder dispenser for a waste disposal system includes a mounting portion that is adapted to be secured to a waste disposal unit, and a container defining an interior space in which a powder such as sodium bicarbonate may be stored. The container is releasably mounted to the underside of a hinged lid member of the waste disposal unit. A directional dispensing system is provided for dispensing powder from the container into a targeted portion of the waste disposal system. The directional dispensing system is constructed and arranged to concentrate initial dispersal of the powder to a single side of the container and includes a dispensing orifice. The dispensing orifice is preferably oriented to limit initial dispersal of the powder within a defined angular range with respect to the longitudinal axis of the lid member, and is spaced axially and laterally with respect to the waste disposal unit at distances that facilitate distribution of the powder to desired targeted portions of the waste disposal unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Munchkin, Inc
    Inventors: Steven B. Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin D. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20140021202
    Abstract: An improved beverage can includes a GRAS antimicrobial wipe contained in a low profile pouch that is adhered to the side of the can. The low profile pouch is constructed of a substantially planar substrate that retains the wipe directly to the exterior surface of the can. The pouch includes a perforated tab that is removed to access the wipe. To use, the perforated tab is ripped off, the user reaches into the pouch and pulls out the antimicrobial wipe, and wipes the can as desired, typically focusing on the drinking region of the can.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 5, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Inventor: CHRISTOPHER HANDS
  • Patent number: 8622231
    Abstract: A container includes an external housing having a sidewall extending between a first end and a second end, and an internal chamber extending between the first and second ends and surrounded by the sidewall. The container includes a sleeve member in the internal chamber. The sleeve member may include corrugated desiccant in communication with the internal chamber, or a porous member to maintain desiccant between the internal chamber and the sidewall. The container may also include at least one component in the internal chamber, such as a test element, for use with a biosensor. Other embodiments include unique methods, systems, kits, assemblies, equipment, and/or apparatus which are related to containers including one or more desiccants or desiccant materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Wooldridge
  • Publication number: 20130105486
    Abstract: Described is a system for controlling the operation of a trash can lid that includes a shell for receiving trash, a lid assembly that covers a portion of the shell, and an actuator assembly that independently controls the rate in which the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. Also provided is a system for improving the operation of a trash can that includes a lid assembly for covering a portion of a shell, an actuator assembly, a base assembly, and a hydraulic component. The hydraulic component controls the rate in which a portion of the lid assembly moves with respect to the shell. The system further includes an adjustable volume of space that is formed between the base assembly and the removable liner when the removable liner is coupled to the base assembly. The adjustable volume of space can be used to store deodorizers, insecticides, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Applicant: TRAMONTINA USA, INC.
    Inventors: Mars MASHBURN, Tim TOBOLA, Trent VEAZEY
  • Patent number: 8353502
    Abstract: According to one embodiment, an apparatus for tilting objects includes a lower portion which comprises at least one foot plate and at least three supporting walls. A height of the top of the lower portion is about the height of a supporting structure. The apparatus also includes an upper portion which comprises a substantially flat surface and at least one connector for coupling a node carrier to the upper portion. The upper portion is coupled to the lower portion, and the upper portion tilts relative to the lower portion between an angle about horizontal to an angle about vertical.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Terry Michele Ciccaglione, Charles Carl Gange, Sharon Terese Spaulding, Todd D. Voltz
  • Patent number: 8251299
    Abstract: An air freshener has a fragrant gel material in a container with a double-wall including an inner wall and an outer wall with an annular gap. A cap was a sleeve extending into the annular gap. An opening is disposed in the sleeve. The cap is movable axially with respect to the container between a raised position in which the opening in the sleeve is exposed at least partially above the double-wall to release fragrance, and a closed position in which the opening in the sleeve is disposed in the annular gap to resist release of fragrance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: American Covers, Inc.
    Inventor: Aaron Irvin
  • Patent number: 8122522
    Abstract: The invention relates to metering dispensers for release of a product into a WC bowl of a toilet, comprising a fixing region which is constructed in order to fix the metering dispenser in the region of the toilet, in particular under a WC lid, and a storage container for accommodating the product. Such metering dispensers have the problem that the product can be metered only inaccurately and not very variably. This problem is solved according to the invention in that the storage container is constructed for accommodation of pre-portioned products and a delivery device which is constructed in order to deliver at least one pre-portioned product from the storage container into the WC bowl is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2012
    Assignee: Symrise AG
    Inventor: Jan Looft
  • Publication number: 20110083259
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to hygienic devices to control the spread of airborne viruses and bacteria emanating from coughing or sneezing. In one embodiment, the hygienic device is a cough and sneeze arrestor in the form of a “coughing cup.” The coughing cup may incorporate one or more filters with a plurality of apertures of varying sizes and/or no apertures. In some embodiments, the filters may be embedded or infused with a microbicide such as an antibacterial or viricide. The filters may be pre-attached within the coughing cup at certain predetermined locations. The coughing cup may have one or more recesses to accommodate the nose and/or a chin of a person when using the coughing cup.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2009
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Inventor: Victor S. Wright
  • Publication number: 20110056952
    Abstract: A waste collection device configured to shred, treat waste with disinfectant, and/or remove water from the waste, and a waste recycling system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2010
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Inventors: David Borowski, William Huddleston, Benjamin Thorp
  • Publication number: 20100200670
    Abstract: A self-emptying air freshener device for use in garbage receptacles. The air freshener device is attached to the inside upper rim of a garbage receptacle and an air freshener element is placed inside. The air freshener element distributes the desired fragrance into the garbage receptacle. When the garbage receptacle is inverted to dump the contents into a garbage truck or larger bin, the lid of the air freshener device opens allowing the spent air freshener element to discharge. The user will place a new air freshener element into the air freshener device air after each time the garbage receptacle is emptied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2009
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Inventor: Brandon Glenn Tipton
  • Patent number: 7748556
    Abstract: A trash can assembly has a shell having an enclosing wall that defines a periphery. The assembly has a lid fitted over the top of the shell, and a foot pedal positioned adjacent the bottom of the shell, with a portion of the foot pedal positioned inside the periphery of the shell. The assembly also includes a link assembly coupling the foot pedal and the lid. The assembly can also include a liner defining a container body, the liner fitted inside the shell and having an indent provided on the container body. A handle mechanism has a link strip that has a hooked end, with the hooked end engaging the indent to lift the liner from inside the shell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: simplehuman, LLC
    Inventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor
  • Publication number: 20090261001
    Abstract: A glove packaging comprises a container for holding the gloves and a barrier positioned to cover at least a portion of an opening in the container. The barrier protects the gloves from airborne particles and other materials or contaminants that may contaminate the gloves prior to removal from the packaging. The barrier also includes an antimicrobial material for protecting the gloves from microorganisms, pathogens or other materials or contaminants that come in contact with the barrier to further reduce the possibility of contamination.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2008
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Applicant: MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Min Yao, Samuel T.H. Amdur, III
  • Publication number: 20090095164
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of imparting flavor enhancers, (flavorings) flavor or aroma masking agents, medicinal additives, fragrances, vitamins, colorants, homeopathic and herbal remedies, appearance and characteristic modifiers and other ingredients to a brewed or steeped beverage such as coffee or tea by means of a microencapsulated delivery system incorporated onto a substrate or filter material such as those used in drip coffee makers or tea bags. The microcapsules are “printed” or laminated to the substrate filter paper in a pattern that allows water to pass through while the microcapsules filled with a flavoring liquid or solid is dissolved thus releasing the contents into the water stream resulting in a flavor-enhanced beverage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventor: Salvatore Albert Celeste
  • Patent number: 7516865
    Abstract: A waste receptacle for used diapers or other waste product that is equipped with an automatic deodorant dispensing system which only operates when a lid of the receptacle is in a downward or in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2009
    Inventor: Reginald Pierre
  • Publication number: 20080230544
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a hygiene cap detachably provided for a can having a lid formed with an outlet and an opener for opening the outlet, the hygiene cap comprising a cap body interposed between an outer surface of the lid and the opener and rotating about the lid; and a cleaner attached under the cap body and cleaning the outer surface of the lid as the cap body rotates. Thus, the present invention provides a hygiene cap for a can, which minimizes contaminants of the can while it is produced, distributed and taken in custody, and allows a user to easily clean an outlet of the can and then drink a beverage from the can.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2005
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventor: Eun-Ho Kim
  • Publication number: 20080110883
    Abstract: A trash can lid has incorporated in it an apparatus for coupling to and receiving water from a hose and conveying the water to a spray-head mechanism, wherein the water is pressurized and from whence the pressurized water is directed against the angled blades of rotary water-deflector, such that a rotary spray of pressurized water is directed against the interior walls of the trash can, thereby flushing wastes from the walls to the bottom of the trash can.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2007
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Inventors: Douglas J. Vetter, Phillip W. Vetter
  • Patent number: 7273184
    Abstract: A disposable air treatment device that can be hung on the rim of a garbage bin which comprises a hanger component adapted to secure the air treatment device to a garbage bin, and a volatile material dispenser adapted to dispense a volatile material to the interior.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Givaudan SA
    Inventors: Colin Brown, Kishen Gohil, Guy Edward Naish
  • Patent number: 6919022
    Abstract: A new and useful approach to cleaning raw water or other raw liquid is provided. A metered amount of stabilized hydrogen peroxide is added to the raw water or other liquid, to clean the raw water or other liquid. In one particularly useful embodiment of the present invention, a portable drinking device is designed so that a metered amount of stabilized hydrogen peroxide can be added to a portable container of liquid, to clean raw water or other liquid in the portable container. Thus, a hiker, military person, or other person who may have to depend on his/her environment for sustenance, and who may not have an available water source other than raw water, has a simple and efficient way of using virtually any available body of raw water as a source, and cleaning the raw water, to provide the person with a portable source of clean water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Inventors: Brent C. Cluff, Gary T. Payne
  • Patent number: 6814249
    Abstract: A garbage storage apparatus includes a bin, a cover and an air cleaner. The bin defines a space for storing garbage. The cover is for covering the bin. The air cleaner is communicated with the bin for cleaning air in the bin. The air cleaner may include a catalyst for processing the air. The catalyst may be an optical catalyst that is activated by light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Inventor: Tsong-Yow Lin
  • Patent number: 6626316
    Abstract: A trash can assembly has a shell having an enclosing wall that defines a periphery. The assembly has a lid fitted over the top of the shell, and a foot pedal positioned adjacent the bottom of the shell, with a portion of the foot pedal positioned inside the periphery of the shell. The assembly also includes a link assembly coupling the foot pedal and the lid. The assembly can also include a liner defining a container body, the liner fitted inside the shell and having an indent provided on the container body. A handle mechanism has a link strip that has a hooked end, with the hooked end engaging the indent to lift the liner from inside the shell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Inventor: Frank Yang
  • Publication number: 20030042828
    Abstract: A medicine cabinet provides a cabinet shell structure with bottom, top, side and rear wall panels forming an open-faced box; a hinged door adapted for closing the cabinet front face. A plurality of drawers engage a vertical hinge pin mounted from the rear wall panel, the drawers rotatable about the hinge pin from closed positions flush with the rear wall panel to open positions extending outwardly from the rear wall panel. A small appliance shelf is fixtured with an AC power socket for small appliances. A sanitization unit provides sanitization of air drawn through the unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2001
    Publication date: March 6, 2003
    Inventor: Pete J. Bonin
  • Patent number: 6350418
    Abstract: A sterilization container includes a base defining a volume for receiving medical instruments and a lid engaging the base and closing the top thereof. A latching mechanism mounted on the lid includes latching rods slidably mounted on the lid for engagement with apertures on the base to thereby secure the lid to the base. A camming member is rotatably mounted on the lid and includes slots engaged with the latching rods so that upon manual rotation of the camming plate in one direction the latching rods are moved into the apertures and upon rotation of the camming plate in the opposite direction, the latching rods are withdrawn from the apertures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Assignee: Paragon Group of Plastics Companies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Venderpool, Daniel Owens