Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided an asepsis dispenser apparatus for dispensing disinfectant solutions for cleansing and decontaminating the contaminated surfaces of dental, food and medical equipment, which equipment is connected to a water source by a water inlet line. The asepsis dispenser apparatus includes a housing having an interior compartment for holding in place first and second storage canisters, containing a first disinfectant composition and a second disinfectant composition. The asepsis dispenser apparatus further includes a two-way solenoid valve connected to both of the first and second storage canisters, and a three-way solenoid valve connected to the three-way solenoid valve, wherein the three-way solenoid valve is for controlling the water source supplied to the water inlet line which is connected to the dental, food or medical equipment.

Abstract: The present invention combines a small, compact, light-in-weight television receiver with a positioning mechanism that allows the television viewer to orient the television screen to suit her own comfort. The small size of the television receiver is intended to service only a few viewers at a time. Since the present invention utilizes a small, lightweight television receiver, a much more agile positioning mechanism can be employed.The television receiver is supported in space by the articulation mechanism. The articulation mechanism can be attached to a wall, the headboard of a bed, to a piece of medical equipment, or to any other fixed object. An umbilical cable is drawn through the articulation mechanism and connects the television receiver to a power adapter. The power adapter accepts utility power from household convenience outlets and draws television signals from an antenna or a cable television outlet.

Abstract: A cart for supporting various types of medical equipment including a main support shelf, a bottom support shelf and a pair of support legs. Each support leg having a first end attached to the main support shelf and a second end attached to the bottom shelf. The cart also including an upper support shelf which couples in spaced relation to the main support shelf. Additional support shelves can be selectively mounted and stacked atop the main support shelf in a similar fashion.

Abstract: An apparatus for directing the flow of air in a laboratory-type hood. A laboratory hood is provided with a closure sash and the lower edge of the closure sash has an airfoil that extends into the laboratory hood work space.

Abstract: A dispensing cabinet has a rear panel, left and right transverse side panels that define a front access opening for the cabinet and a bottom access opening for the cabinet. At least one door is provided to selectively close the front access opening but the bottom access opening remains open. A longitudinally extending rail is mounted on the rear panel and, in a preferred embodiment, extends horizontally to slidably support at least one dispenser in an operative position which is adjacent to the bottom access opening. The dispenser has a bottom opening for dispensing selected articles and these are accessible for use through the bottom access opening. Normally, the door covering the front access opening will be shut and the dispensers are hidden from view. The dispensers are removable from the rail so that selected dispensers may be used according to the nature of the dispensed articles which are required.

Abstract: A three dimensional dental delivery platform is described with instrument holders milled directly into the solid surface of the platform. The design, while affording a simple construction, avoids the creation of corners and crevices, thus allowing for simpler and more rapid disinfection.

Abstract: A storage cabinet for engine parts, tools and similar items includes a hollow cabinet member having a pair of opposing side walls, a rear wall, top and bottom walls and an open front face. Slidably received within the interior of the cabinet member and extendable from the front face are a plurality of drawers. Suspended within each drawer is a tray member having a plurality of recessed portions, each with identifying indicia adjacent thereto, for retaining a select item. Each recessed portion includes an aperture that drains to a bottom panel of the drawer. The bottom panel is angled downwardly toward a rear corner aperture through which fluid flows to a drain channel on the tray immediately therebelow. Accordingly, fluid eventually drains to the lowermost drawer and into a receptacle beneath the bottom wall of the cabinet member.

Abstract: A cart of a system for controlling a plurality of ophthalmic microsurgical instruments is disclosed. The cart of the present invention is for supporting and transporting the operating components of the microsurgical system. The cart must allow for the various operating components to be quickly installed or for removal from the cart to properly configure the system for use in performing selected surgical procedures. The cart must provide for transporting and storage of various peripheral components.

Abstract: A guidance assembly (28) guides a door (22) to a cabinet (10) while it is moved between an open position, in which access to an interior chamber is provided through an opening (16) in the cabinet, and a closed position, in which the door covers the opening. The guidance system includes four pairs of rollers (32, 34) which are mounted to upper and lower horizontal sides of the door. The rollers roll along upper and lower horizontal tracks (38, 42) which are mounted to an exterior wall (18) of the cabinet, adjacent upper and lower ends of the opening. Leading and trailing recesses (56, 62) are defined in the tracks to receive the rollers when the door is in the closed position. Leading pairs (32) of the rollers have shorter shafts (52) than corresponding trailing pairs (34) of the rollers. The trailing recesses (62) are further from the door than the leading recesses (56), leaving a narrow strip of land (64) between the trailing recesses and the door.

Abstract: A laboratory workbench includes a housing bounding a working space. The working space communicates with the exterior through a window bordering the working space on one of its sides thereof. A fan produces a flow of air in the working space and out the window. A protective screen is arranged on the housing in such a way that it can be moved. Specifically, the protective screen is mounted on the housing in the top area of the working space window in such a way that the protective screen can be moved between a hanging position at least partially covering the window, and a folded-up position. In the folded-up position, the protective screen projects into the housing in a substantially horizontal position plane. In one embodiment, an expansion screen is movable attached to the protective screen and has reach through openings formed therethrough.

Abstract: A file tower structure is disclosed and has a rail configuration at the top thereof for hanging of office accessories to the exterior thereof. The office accessories can be stored within the file structure when not in use. Preferrably the file structure is mobile and has particular application for workers who do not require a dedicated office.

Abstract: A cabinet includes a pair of spaced apart opposingly oriented, molded side panels, a molded rear panel disposed between the side panels at first edges thereof and joined thereto, a molded top panel disposed at an uppermost edge of the side and rear panels, a molded base panel in spaced, opposing relation to the top panel, disposed at a bottommost edge of the side and rear panels and a pair of pivotal, molded front door panels disposed in opposing relation to the rear panel and between the side panels and pivotally joined thereto. The cabinet includes corner support posts positioned at at least two corners that extend between the base panel and the top panel. The posts that traverse through and join the respective side panels with the door panels define front corners forming pintles defining axes for pivoting the door panels relative to the side panels. The cabinet includes clamping members for securing the posts to the top and base panels, through the cabinet corners.

Abstract: A mobile salon work station. In an exemplary application, the mobile salon work station includes a frame assembly and work areas equally spaced thereabout having mirrored surfaces, storage compartments, swing out shelves, overhead retractable electrical reels and an overhead accessory holder.

Abstract: A protective cover arrangement 10 for the lower portion 101 of the front face 102 and base portion 103 of a dialysis machine 100. The arrangement 10 includes a bottom cover unit 12 that includes a generally rectangular horizontal framework member 30 having a shallow collection receptacle 31 that covers the front end of the base portion 103 of the dialysis machine 100, and a raised wall panel 35 that is overlapped by the upper portion 104 of the front face 102 of the dialysis machine 100, a liquid collection reservoir 33 disposed on the back end of the base portion 103 of the dialysis machine 100, and at least one gutter 32 operatively associated with one side of the dialysis machine 100, wherein the at least one gutter 32 establishes fluid communication between the receptacle 31 and the reservoir 33.

Abstract: The present invention provides apparatus and methods for dispensing articles. In one exemplary embodiment, an apparatus comprises a cabinet defining an enclosure and at least one drawer is attached to the cabinet. The drawer slides in and out of the cabinet and contains an array of compartments. At least one lid is provided and is configured to slide back and forth with respect to the drawer. Each drawer further includes a distance sensor for detecting the distance traveled by the lid relative to the drawer. A controller is placed in communication with both the locking mechanism and the distance sensor. The controller sends a signal to actuate the locking mechanism after the lid has been moved to expose a desired compartment. In this manner, the lid can be moved to allow access to a compartment containing a desired article or medical supply. The locking mechanism prevents further movement of the lid, thereby preventing access to any additional compartments.

Abstract: A disposable laboratory hood has a base, a left side, a right side and a rear side all formed of a coated cardboard laminate. A clear, transparent film extends between the sides to define an access opening through which the user may insert his or her hands to perform laboratory procedures. A front is secured to the base and is rotatable to cover the access opening to provide for a closed interior. A filter and a blower may be connectable if desired.

Abstract: Apparatus for sample volatilization and collection has a housing which includes volatilization and collection equipment mounting adaptation(s) and a pressure gage for monitoring internal pressure of such equipment. The housing can contain power and/or power line(s) to include for heating the equipment and/or providing a vacuum for the equipment, and/or a device for providing an internal vacuum for the equipment; additional condition monitoring gage(s), and so forth. The apparatus can include the equipment, which can be especially adapted for Noack-type testing.

Abstract: A sterilization, transporting and storage container tray assembly for a surgical instrument kit comprises a plurality of trays for accommodating surgical instruments, and a rack for holding the trays in a stacked arrangement. The trays are slidably, removably mounted in the rack, and are accessible from the side of the rack. A removable cap is provided for locking the trays in position in the rack, i.e. for transportation, sterilization and storage.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holding arm system, particularly for holding surgical instruments in the region of an operation, with a holding arm incorporated into arm segments and into hinge joints connecting these. The holding arm at the proximal end is fastened to a rail which is guided in a horizontal position on the operating table. Each arm segment comprises straight-lined tube segments as outer sleeves and, in each arm tube, a shaft which is axially rotatable relative to the arm tube and which, with conical gearwheels on the end faces, engages into the shaft of the repective connecting arm segment. A fastening device is operable from a single arm segment and locks the whole holding arm by way of a braking device which engages at a defined location within the arm tube and by these means prevents the rotating of the shafts, connected with a positive fit, in the arm segments.

Abstract: A neonatal infant care headwall fixture defining an infant care station for concentrating infant care equipment in a neonatal health care facility includes a body formed from a plurality of wall members with at least one vertically extending wall member defining a front surface and at least one horizontally extending wall member defining a top surface with the front surface and top surface cooperating to define a recess for receiving therein at least a portion of an infant support structure to positively locate the infant support structure and to locate infant care equipment associated with the headwall fixture in juxtaposition with an infant support structure at least partially disposed with the recess.

Abstract: A machine tool accessory apparatus is provided for use with machine tools, such as milling machines. The accessory apparatus is capable of holding a plurality of tooling accessories in an organized manner whereby each accessory is positioned for ready access by a machine tool operator without having the operator move from an operating position of the machine tool. The machine tool accessory apparatus includes a cabinet structure having at least one drawer structure slidably extendible from a front side of the cabinet structure. The cabinet structure includes an upper tray having a plurality of bores of adequate diameter for supporting tool accessories therein. A support arm is provided having first and second ends. The first end is pivotally mounted to the cabinet structure. The second end is pivotally mounted to a mounting structure adapted for mounting immediately adjacent to a sidewall of the machine tool.

Abstract: A food treatment system having a frame, a receptacle having a peripheral wall defining a space for storage of a food item and an opening through which a food item can be introduced to the storage space, and a conditioning source for changing the state of fluid in the food treatment space defined by the frame. The frame has a first wall against which the receptacle bears with the receptacle in an operative position with respect to the frame. The frame has a second wall which is spaced from the first wall so that the first and second walls cooperatively define the food treatment space. The second wall at least partially blocks the receptacle opening with the receptacle in the operative position. At least one of the first and second walls is movable relative to the other of the first and second walls to vary the spacing between the first and second walls.

Abstract: A personal organizer and medical health care delivery facilitation device is provided having a main body, which rests up against and is connected to a wall divided, while being divided into two rectangular interior panels. Attached to the front of the interior panels is a wipeable board used for acute medical instructions and a series of horizontally aligned personal object retaining pouches. The pouches are transparent and contain labeling indicia. A labeled space is provided for the names of family members and emergency phone numbers. Attached via hinges to the opposing ends of the interior panels are two exterior panels of equal size and shape to the interior panels. Attached to the front surface of each of the exterior panels is a written instruction retaining means, in a labeled, pouch like configuration, consisting of a transparent medium, such as plastic, and designed to hold papers such as written instructions from therapists and doctors and care cards.

Abstract: A baby supplies case and bag/bassinet combination with an openable front flap. Unzipping the flap reveals a shelved case holding diapers and baby supplies. Attached to the lowest shelf by a hinge is a hollow wedge shaped baby wipes container of sufficient length to extend to a cutout in the above shelf where the wide end of the wedge-shaped container rests. The wide end has raised ridges at either end thereof which retain a protective lid in position. In the middle of the wide end is an oval opening which provides access to baby wipes. When this wedge shaped container is rotated downward and the protective lid is slid open, a baby wipe can be retrieved. Due to the wedge shape of the container, it will not impede the removal of objects from the shelf behind. Resting on the middle shelf of the case is a holder for a container of baby powder. When this holder is rotated downwardly, it hangs from supports attached to the shelf on which it was resting.

Abstract: A dental treatment unit and method for use by dentists and the like, the treatment unit including an isolated aseptic central core component with a positive pressure internal environment, and which contains a work area for a dental dispensing assistant, plumbing, dental mechanical and electrical components, dental equipment and controls, dental instruments, and dental supplies. The supply core component mechanically engages, conveniently accesses, and provides function to an attachable treatment module enabling a dental team to provide treatment to a patient who is physically separated from all dental materials and medicament containers, cabinet and drawer handles, instruments, and dental devices, thereby creating an aseptic environment heretofore nonexistent in the dental profession. The treatment unit and method effectively eliminate all cross-contaminating common surfaces in the treatment module and provides a highly efficient functional design.

Abstract: An aeration incubator achieves a high atmospheric humidity in the interior working space of the incubator by placing a heated water tub in the working space. In order to avoid condensation on the walls of the incubator tank, a condensate tub is also placed in the working space. The condensate tub is maintained at a temperature which is slightly lower than the temperature of the working space. The condensate tub produces a defined coldest location in the working space, so that condensation occurs primarily in the condensate tub.

Abstract: A utility cart for facilitating patient care and supporting patient care material is described. The cart includes a frame, plural wheels on the frame, and plural walls mounted on the frame forming two spaced vertical support members defining at least one storage area which may be accessed via a hingedly mounted wall. At least one shelf is mounted between the support members and is bi-directionally extendable on either side of the cart. A bi-directionally extendable drawer, is similarly mounted adjacent the shelves. A sink is provided on the frame, and a console on the cart adjacent the sink includes plural faucets operatively connected to storage tanks for supplying water, soap, and/or moisturizer. Photo-sensitive switches on the console adjacent the faucets enable no-contact dispensing of various liquids. The console also includes plural information-conveying gauges.

Abstract: A liquid processing and sorting system for sequential chemical processes such as electroplating. Several trays are mounted in a stacked relationship in a housing, at least all but the lowest tray being individually movable between a use position and a storage position. Each tray is configured to hold a livid and includes a drain tube extending from a lower position of the tray and extending out of the housing through a slot running parallel to the line of tray movement so that each tray can be drained in either the use or storage position. The movable trays preferably slide along edge rails extending under tray edges parallel to the line of movement. The lowermost tray can be either fixed in the use position or may be movable as are the other trays. Preferably, an automatic system, such as hydraulic cylinders controlled by a switch, is provided to move a selected movable tray between the use and storage position as desired.

Abstract: Integrated organizational centers including storage areas and liquid dispensing pumps are included. A first embodiment includes a storage container with rollable door that is attached to and is located in between identical liquid pump dispensing containers. The entire device is mounted on rubber pads allowing it to be portable and movable to desirable locations along side sinks in kitchens and bathrooms by rubber mounting pads and the like. The pump dispensing containers can dispense liquids such as liquid soaps and hand and moisturizing lotions. A second embodiment includes a similar arrangement of components except that the door is comprised of double exterior opening doors with mirrors on the inside portion of the walls. The second embodiment can use the same liquids in addition to shampoos and conditioners where the device itself can be permanently mounted to the interior wall of a shower by double sided tape and the like.

Abstract: A cabinet for storing spray painting equipment and supplies equipment including a box-like body having two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls rigidly connected to a vertical rectangular backwall, a rectangular horizontal bottom rigidly connected to the two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls and the vertical rectangular backwall, a rectangular horizontal top rigidly connected to the two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls and the vertical rectangular backwall, a door rotatable connected to one of the two rectangular sidewalls for enclosing the interior of the box-like body, at least one upper shelf rigidly connected to the interior of each of the two sidewalls and to the interior of the backwall, the shelf being aligned parallel to the rectangular horizontal top, a plurality of a slot for holding paint spray guns connected to the interior of the side walls between the shelf and the rectangular horizontal top for holding spray paint guns, a plurality of slidable pull-out drawers located adjacent t

Abstract: A refrigerated, medical dispensing drawer for use in a computerized medicine-dispensing station, the station of the type having a cabinet that houses a plurality of openable drawers in stacked arrangement containing pharmaceutical items in locked storage therein for retrieval following instructions inputted into a computer integrated the station, a drawer including a base plate, spaced-apart side walls, and spaced-apart front and rear walls, all attached together along their respective mating marginal edges to define an interior compartment of a size and shape available for reciprocal movement on a pair of side rails into and out of the cabinet, a tub reposed in the drawer covered by a tub lid hingedly attached to the drawer to form an air-tight chamber interior thereof and moveable with the drawer into and out of the cabinet, a plurality of individual baskets, each formed of fenestrated side walls and a bottom plate joined along their respective mating marginal edges, arranged in the tub with their open tops

Abstract: A bedside cabinet having a generally U-shaped forward access area within which a portable commode may be stored. The cabinet includes an upper drawer cabinet section an a pivoting top panel under which is stored an adjustable shelf. The top panel is pivoted to a vertical position, the adjustable shelf is elevated and locked in a desired position and the top panel is then lowered to its normal horizontal position. The portable commode is designed to ft within the cabinet for storage; and in addition, a walker is designed to fit around and be stored on the cabinet.

Abstract: There is provided a light stability chamber for determining the stability to light of samples, for example, of pharmaceuticals in order to determine the shelf life of the samples by subjecting the samples to light from all angles.

Abstract: A mobile multifunctional dental apparatus comprising: a generally rectangular shaped outer casing having a front wall, a rear wall, sidewalls, a floor, an interior compartment, a hinged lid, a plurality of wheels and an electrical coupling device, the front wall including a plurality of switches and a lighted screen, a plurality of hoses each having a first end positioned through the outer casing and a second end including a handle control, each handle control including a device to permit activation and deactivation thereof; and the interior compartment being divided into a plurality of levels by at least one divider wall, a first level including a motorized suction device, a second level being positioned beneath the first level with an aperture extending through a divider wall separating the levels, the motorized suction device causing inward suction, a collecting basin for retaining fluid being positioned within the second level, a limit switch including a stopper plug and a floatation device positioned wit

Abstract: A rigid cabinet for storing supplies, with the cabinet projecting outward into an area where personnel move about while attending to a patient with the rigid cabinet having a corner region with a recess therein having a resilient member located in the recess to form a cushioned corner on the rigid cabinet and a flexible exterior covering on the cabinet, with the exterior covering having a surface free of crevices as to provide a continuous exterior cabinet surface that can be wiped clean of contamination with the corner region of the cabinet formed by the combination of the flexible exterior covering and the resilient member to thereby provide cushioning to minimize injury to a person who might accidently bump into the corner region of the cabinet.

Abstract: A clutter-eliminating head wall for a hospital bed has two horizontally-spaced modules with services and service outlets mounted in the modules. The recess between the modules is covered by a removable panel. The modules are covered by sliding tambour doors that slide behind the center panel to provide access to the modules.

Abstract: A lockable storage compartment can be mounted in and removed from a medicine cabinet housing in a manner similar to that in which the shelves are mounted and removed. The storage compartment includes a fixed panel and a movable panel. The movable panel is connected to the fixed panel by one or more hinges at the forward edge of the fixed panel and can be swung to open or close the storage compartment. The storage compartment may have a catch that is releasable only from inside the storage compartment for preventing removal of the storage compartment from the medicine cabinet when the storage compartment is closed and locked.

Abstract: A work station comprising a support unit which includes a liquid collection surface with a drain outlet, and which provides a support surface; at least at least one work facility, such as a sink or a drainage surface, mounted removably in the support unit on the support surface, the work facility having a drain outlet through which liquid can drain from the work facility onto the collection surface of the support unit, for collection for the drain outlet provided therein.

Abstract: The column has ceiling mounted gas and electrical conduits leading into a top portion of the column through a pipe. A double articulating arm permits moving of the column on a base supported by wheels through 340.degree. around the bed of a patient. A brake in the base prevents inadvertent movement of the column. A support arm mounted on the pipe below the double articulating arm supports a patient monitor. Front and rear vertical columns joined by horizontal members provide open access to patient service equipment including gas couplers and electrical outlets.

Abstract: A cart for transporting materials along a floor having a base positioned parallel to the floor. Positioned above the base is a rectangular cover having a first side edge, a second side edge and a back edge defining three sides of a rectangle. A first side support, a second side support and a back support each extend from the base to the cover. Four vertical supports extend from the base to contact the cover at four points substantially aligned with a first diagonal of the rectangle.

Abstract: A bathroom storage cabinet for electrically operated appliances such as hair dryers and hair curlers. Receptacles for the appliance cords are provided within the cabinet by a power bar, which is placed within an interior compartment utilized for neatly storing coils of electric cord excess length. A lower shelf and barrier wall retains the length of cord actually needed, so that a front door may be closed neatly flush with the cabinet, equipped with a magnetic latch arrangement. A lowermost compartment provides room for non-electrical brushes, combs and other bathroom paraphernalia and materials. The cabinet is adapted for installation embedded into a bathroom wall, or hanging from the face of the bathroom wall, or resting upon the bathroom counter.

Abstract: A portable enclosure utilized for storing and working with paints and paint related items comprises a lower housing having a bottom surface and a spill containing upper working surface. Included is an upper housing positioned above the lower housing. Casters are associated with the lower housing bottom surface and permit movement of the storage enclosure over a supporting surface. An exhaust fan is provided to vent harmful vapors away from the working surface and the housings.

Abstract: A fume hood includes a base, sidewalls and a cover that define an enclosed work space, a work surface, at least one trough, and an access opening. The fume hood also includes a moveable sash for closing the opening and an air foil disposed proximate an edge portion of the opening to direct air flow through the opening and into the work space. This air foil includes a flat portion with a surface that normally lies flush with the work surface of the fume hood.

Abstract: A support assembly for process control equipment includes a cabinet containing processing equipment. A vertical support pole is supported on said cabinet through a collar for extension and retraction. Process control equipment such as electronic control equipment and a video monitor is mounted on the upper end of the pole. At least one, and preferably two, constant force springs biased into a fully coiled position are attached at one end to the lower end of the pole. The opposite end of the springs are mounted for free rotation on a spool which is secured to the cabinet, whereby raising and lowering of the process control equipment is facilitated.

Abstract: A medical monitoring system including a wall mounting plate to which a center support member is rigidly attached using a pair of mounting flanges which engage a pair of integral tracks on a forward surface of the mounting plate. The center support supports a plurality of module housings, each of which contains module slots for insertion of interchangeable modular components. A touch-screen display mounts to the center support member using a pedestal which permits rotation of the display in two orthogonal directions to permit ease of viewing by a user. An electronic device such as a power supply may be mounted to the tracks with mounting brackets to provide power for the monitoring system. A pair of secondary tracks on the mounting plate support a cable retainer and provide a passageway for cables to pass beneath the power supply where they are concealed from view.

Abstract: A cabinet for storing spray painting equipment and supplies including a box-like body having two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls rigidly connected to a vertical rectangular backwall, a rectangular horizontal bottom rigidly connected to the two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls and the vertical rectangular backwall, a rectangular horizontal top rigidly connected to the two rectangular vertical parallel sidewalls and the vertical rectangular backwall, a door rotatably connected to one of the two rectangular sidewalls for enclosing the interior of the box-like body, at least one upper shelf rigidly connected to the interior of each of the two sidewalls and to the interior of the backwall, the shelf being aligned parallel to the rectangular horizontal top, a plurality of a slots for holding paint spray guns connected to the interior of the side walls between the shelf and the rectangular horizontal top for holding spray paint guns, a plurality of slidable pull-out drawers located adjacent to one of

Abstract: A mobile cart comprises a platform for supporting at least a commercially available electrosurgical instrument or apparatus and a smoke evacuator system. Preferably, the mobile cart contains further means for housing additional accessories. The cart is constructed to provide a protected region within which electrical wiring can be run to ensure the wire does not interfere with the surgeon while performing an electrosurgical procedure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the collection and treatment of contaminated medical waste, including solid and non-solid, potentially infectious materials, permits the collection of such medical waste at the point and at the time of its generation in a solid container. The contained medical waste can be subsequently transported for pulverization, disinfection and safe disposal. A separate portable processing chamber to treat medical waste, can be used at locations remote from its power unit for the collection of medical waste and then moved to the location of the power unit to drive the waste-treatment apparatus within the chamber. In addition, a medical waste collection station can provide single and multiple containers, which may be sequentially used, for the collection of medical waste and whose use may be combined with a processing chamber to treat collected medical waste before its disposal.

Abstract: A device for retracting and storing a length of hose is provided. The device is housed within a dental cabinet and includes a rectangular compartment formed by integral side walls and front and rear walls. A plurality of spool supports are positioned adjacent to the side walls. A spool is positionable within the compartment. A length of hose anchored at the rear wall is routed under the spool and through an opening in an instrument panel of the dental cabinet. At the distal end of the hose is attached the desired dental tool. In retracted position, the hose hangs in a loop or bight with the spool supported on the bight. The weight of the spool normally keeps the hose under tension. The device is operated by pulling on the distal end of the hose such that the spool is lifted onto and secured by the spool supports. In this position, tension is released from the hose.

Abstract: .?.In a nurse administered medication dispensing system a mobile cart contains a plurality of doctor prescribed medication in accordance with a like plurality of patients scheduled to receive such medication. The medication containers stored in the cart is accessible by the nurse only in response to a patient ID code entered by the nurse into the keyboard of a cart supported microprocessor including a software program responding to the input code energizing mechanical components which obtains the medication from an onboard supply and transfers it to a specified nurse accessible cubicle or which releases secured medication dispensing units on or in the cart and records the time, date and quantity of medication dispensed..!..Iadd.A fully automatic apparatus for dispensing medications in tablet or capsule form for a patient is disclosed.