Abstract: A disinfecting cap is described including a housing, a protrusion and a cap cover, the housing including a top wall, an essentially cylindrical sidewall forming a first cavity, and an open bottom end opposite the top wall formed by the cylindrical sidewall with an opening to the first cavity within the housing for receiving a hub of a female needleless connector or a male needleless connector, wherein the protrusion is positioned within the first cavity and includes an inner surface, an outer surface and an end distal the top wall of the housing, the inner surface of the protrusion defining a second cavity, and wherein the outer surface of the protrusion and an inner surface of the essentially cylindrical sidewall define a gap therebetween, and the cap cover is dimensioned and positioned to cover at least a portion of the gap between the outer surface of the protrusion and the inner surface of the housing.

Abstract: A device and method for cleaning a target may include supporting a target on a support in a chamber in a housing, the chamber optionally defined by at least one UV reflective plate; operating at least one UV emitter attached to the housing and positioned to emit UV radiation into the chamber so that the UV radiation illuminates the target; and operating an actuator to modify the UV radiation illumination of the target while the UV emitter is operated.

Abstract: Closure mechanisms and seal integrity indicators for sterilization containers are provided. For example, a closure mechanism comprising at least one handle and at least two arms is provided with a sterilization container lid to apply a more uniform or evenly distributed force to a container gasket. A container body defines an inner lip on which the gasket and lid are received such that the sealing interface is recessed within the container. Further, a seal indicator may indicate whether the container is sufficiently sealed to prevent an ingress of contaminants into the container. If the container is sufficiently sealed, the seal indicator is visible, but if not, the seal indicator is not visible. Thus, the seal indicator undergoes a change in state when the sterilization container transitions from unsealed to sealed, or vice versa, such that a user may ascertain whether the container is properly sealed to maintain the container's sterility.

Abstract: A sanitizing apparatus sanitizes headsets or eyeglasses between uses by patients. The apparatus includes a UV-C lamp that generates UV-C light at a proper frequency and intensity during a time period of sufficient duration to kill bacterial and viral infectants on surfaces of the headsets or eyeglass frames that may come in contact with a patient's skin. The apparatus may also be used for sanitizing bone vibrators, otoacoustic emissions testing equipment, headsets used in impedance testing, insert earphones, and response buttons that are commonly used in audiometric testing. The apparatus can also be used in communication situations in which headsets are utilized with microphones, such as in call centers.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to disinfection application, particularly, to a device capable of disinfecting a ventilator as well as a face mask and a hose, and more particularly, to an ozone disinfection device, an ozone disinfection system, and an ozone disinfection method. An ozone disinfection device and an ozone disinfection system are provided. An ozone disinfection device includes: a sealed disinfection space, a gas distribution unit, an ozone generation unit, a suction pump, a filter, and a control module.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to sterilization and disinfection application, particularly, to equipment capable of disinfecting a ventilator as well as a face mask and a hose, and more particularly, to an ozone disinfection device for actively removing ozone, an ozone disinfection system, and an ozone disinfection method. An ozone disinfection device for actively removing ozone and an ozone disinfection system are provided. An ozone disinfection device includes: a sealed disinfection chamber, a gas distribution unit, an ozone generator, a suction pump, a filter, and a control module.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for the sanitization, detoxification, disinfection, high level disinfection, or sterilization of both the interior and exterior surfaces of at least one object.

Abstract: Containers and container systems for temporarily storing and/or securing one or more surgical instruments in a neutral position during a surgical procedure. The containers are configured to withstand autoclave sterilization such that the containers are reusable following autoclave sterilization. The container includes a syringe holder having an elongate body, at least one pair of spaced guard elements extending upwardly, at least one supporting element, and at least one row of spaced projections.

Abstract: A lid for a sterile container includes a lid component and at least one gas exchange section on the lid component. The lid also includes at least one frame for receiving a filter device on a lid inner face on the at least one gas exchange section, at least one outer cover which covers the at least one gas exchange section on a lid outer face, and at least one connection element which is inserted in the lid component to secure the outer cover to the lid outer face and secure the frame to the lid inner face. The lid can be incorporated into a sterile container and feature an outer cover.

Abstract: A holder device for holding a plurality of tonometer tips or the like during a disinfection procedure has a top wall, spaced rims extending downward from the top wall to engage a support surface and hold the top wall above the support surface, and handle portions extending upwards from the top wall. The top wall has a plurality of spaced holes of predetermined diameter each configured to hold a tip extending partially through the hole with a lower end of the tip spaced above a support surface. A cover plate is releasably secured between the handle portions at a location spaced above the top wall after loading the holes with tips, and holds the tips in the holes while at least a major portion of the device is submerged in a bath of disinfectant.

Abstract: Apparatus and system for controllably removing liquid from tofu with no or minimal cracking or deforming. An interior box contains tofu. Interior box is insertable and removable from exterior box. Interior box includes drain(s) for liquid removed from tofu, and resilient spacers on bottom to create space between bottoms of interior and exterior boxes for containing drained liquid and for cushioning tofu when pressed. A cover releasably attaches to top of nested boxes. Telescoping extender extends through cover into interior box. Extender is attached at one end to inside cover and attached at other end through a spring-loaded cap to a press plate. Extender has interior tier cylinder nested within exterior tier cylinder. Extender progressively telescopes interior cylinder out of exterior cylinder, and then telescopes exterior tier cylinder to extend press plate further into interior box to press tofu to release liquid. Spring-loaded cap on extender cushions pressure on tofu.

Abstract: One or more exemplary embodiments comprise an inductive charging system for charging a rechargeable battery for a handheld appliance, said inductive charging system comprising: (a) an inductive charging shell comprising a power transmitter, a printed circuit board (PCB), at least one charging shell magnet, and a power supply cord; and (b) a handheld appliance comprising a handpiece, wherein within said handpiece is disposed a rechargeable battery, at least one handpiece magnet adapted to attract to the at least one charging shell magnet, and at least one power receiver.

Abstract: Provided is an automated manufacturing cell including: a work booth provided with a work space; a robot arranged in the work booth; a container booth which is connected, in a manner allowing insulation, to each of the work booth and an external space, and is configured to store a work tool and a work subject; and a holder fixation tool which is arranged in the work space, and is configured to detachably fix a holder configured to hold the work tool.

Abstract: A disinfection chamber may be configured for receiving a disinfecting vapor from a vapor source and channeling it to contact a surface of an instrument within the chamber. The vapor source may provide the vapor to the disinfecting chamber via an inlet in a chamber cover of the chamber. A vapor core within the disinfecting chamber may channel the vapor from the inlet through a length of the vapor core. A portion of the vapor may pass from an interior of the vapor core and contact the surface of the instrument. When the vapor contacts the surface, the vapor may disinfect the surface, and may deposit an anti-microbial film on the surface.

Abstract: A closure for a receptacle having two receptacle parts, the closure being arranged on a first receptacle part and having a first connecting element for detachably connecting to a complementary, second connecting element of the second receptacle part. A shaft for holding an information carrier is also provided.

Abstract: A dispensing arrangement for a household appliance for the care of laundry items includes a dispensing tray having an upper part connectable to a lower part. A water inlet flow device with a water-receiving depression is formed in the lower part and an outlet flow connection opening into the water receiving depression is formed on the lower part. The lower part has a partial channel of an extract ventilation channel, the partial channel opening into the outlet flow connection.

Abstract: A cargo accessory system is shown and described. The cargo accessory system may include a hitch mounting member, and a cargo accessory carrier attached to the hitch mounting member, where the cargo accessory carrier is configured to carry cargo. The cargo accessory system may also include a visual indicator incorporated with the cargo accessory carrier. The visual indicator may include a compatibility indicator identifying at least one hitch receiver to which the hitch member is capable of attaching, and a weight capacity identifying a load capacity of the cargo accessory carrier when the hitch mounting member is attached to the at least one hitch receiver.

Abstract: A sterile container system for the sterile transport and storage of medical, in particular surgical instruments and/or implants during a sterilization process, includes a closable sterile container which is formed by a lid and a trough, and at least one sieve cage which can be inserted therein, at least one fastening device being present which acts, on the one hand, on one of the medical instruments which can be inserted in the sieve cage, immobilizing the instrument on the sieve cage, and at the same time acts on the sieve cage, immobilizing the latter on the sterile container.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus for sterilizing surgical batteries.

Abstract: A roadway monitoring camera cleaning system includes one or more cameras for capturing images through respective viewing surfaces, which are exposed to outdoor environmental conditions. A controller coupled to the cameras receives the images and determines whether a predetermined wash threshold has been met based on any of various indicia of image degradation. Responsive to the wash threshold being met, the controller operates a supply valve to connect a wash fluid source to a conduit, and operates at least one delivery tube valve to connect the supply conduit to at least one delivery tube. Wash fluid is delivered under pressure to the dirty viewing surface as a result. Subsequently, the controller may disconnect the wash fluid source and connect a pressurized source of inert dry gas, in order to dry the viewing surface and to purge the delivery tube of wash fluid.

Abstract: The disclosure of the present application includes a sterilization tray for instruments. In an exemplary embodiment of a sterilization tray of the present disclosure, the sterilization tray comprises a sheet having a first end, an opposing second end, and a center portion between the first end and second end, in which the center portion having an undulating profile with a plurality of peaks and troughs and having a plurality of openings formed through the sheet. The openings are positioned and formed to receive one or more instruments. In at least one embodiment, the center portion includes a corrugated profile. Alternatively, the center portion includes a triangular or saw-tooth profile. In at least one embodiment, the distance between adjacent peaks of the center portion defines a wave having a length, and the center portion includes a non-uniform profile comprised of one or more waves of varying lengths.

Abstract: There is provided a sterilization apparatus for sterilizing an object. The sterilization apparatus includes a concentration chamber configured to concentrate sterilizer, a vaporizing chamber configured to vaporize the sterilizer, a measuring pipe into which the sterilizer is introduced from the concentration chamber before being introduced into the vaporizing chamber, a vacuuming device configured to vacuum the sterilization chamber, and a first valve configured to be opened and closed to control communication between the sterilization chamber and the measuring pipe, wherein after the sterilizer is introduced from the concentration chamber into the measuring pipe, gas contained in the measuring pipe is removed from the measuring pipe by opening the first valve.

Abstract: A sterilization cassette has a slide latch system to secure the lid of the cassette to the body of the cassette. A finger tab on the outside of the cassette moves a latch arm on the inside of the cassette along a slot. A tension spring secures the position of latch components whether the latch is open or closed. Spacers between the cassette and latch parts facilitate smooth gliding action. The latch arm engages an angled bracket on the lid of the cassette. Alternating notch depths on instrument rails within the cassette work with opposing rails that likewise have alternating depths of notches to capture and hold instruments. This notch configuration causes the handles of adjacent instruments stowed in the cassette to stagger in height so that a clinician can access the handles of the stowed instruments.

Abstract: The present invention extends to a disinfection cap for disinfecting a male luer end of an infusion therapy device. The disinfection cap can include an internal reservoir containing an antimicrobial or saline solution which is sealed with a flexible septum to prevent the solution from evaporating. The septum can include one or more slits or pierceable seams that allow a male luer end of an infusion therapy device to be inserted through the septum and into the solution. While the male luer is inserted through the septum, the solution contacts both the inner and outer surfaces of the male luer. Because the septum reduces evaporation of the solution and prevents the solution from leaking out of the cap, the solution remains in contact with the male luer for a longer duration then when typical disinfection caps are used thereby increasing the effectiveness of the disinfectant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ventilator autoclave comprising a chamber (1) with a space (5) for receiving goods (18) to be sterilized, at least one fan arrangement (2) for circulating steam and/or air in said chamber, and at least one first heat exchanger arrangement (11) for cooling and/or heating said steam and/or air, wherein said fan arrangement is arranged and configured to circulate said steam and/or air in said chamber (1), wherein said chamber (1) is configured such that said steam and/or air that is circulated in said chamber (1) follows a flow path passing at least a part of said first heat exchanger arrangement (11) before reaching said goods (18) to be sterilized, wherein said autoclave further comprises at least one second heat exchanger arrangement (19) that is provided upstream of said first heat exchanger arrangement (11) in said flow path, and wherein said second heat exchanger arrangement (19) is provided at such a distance from the periphery of said fan arrangement (2) that said flow

Abstract: Fumigation systems and processes that are especially applicable for the fumigation of perishable (or otherwise sensitive to temperature) agricultural products as the temperature conditions under which the product is being treated are closely controlled to advantageously prevent the product from being exposed to temperature drops and/or spikes during the fumigation cycle. In addition, the present invention incorporates an air filtration system as a part of the fumigation system to substantially remove the toxic fumigant residuals from the air before it is exhausted into the open atmosphere, which typically occurs at the completion of a fumigation cycle. As such, the harmful effect of the fumigant on the products and the surrounding environment and work areas is greatly minimized. In summary, the systems and processes of the present invention provide the ability to conduct fumigations in a well-controlled environment.

Abstract: A method and system for improved storage of suction catheters are disclosed. The new method and system result in a new suction catheter that has been removed from its packaging prior to use or a used suction catheter being stored in a way that eliminates or reduces the opportunity for cross contamination. The holder also disinfects the suction catheter while it is being stored, thus reducing or eliminating the opportunity for disease or antigens that may be on the new or used suction catheter to infect or reinfect the patient or other individual.

Abstract: Device and method for disinfecting, sterilizing, and/or looking after medical, in particular dental, instruments, comprising a rinsing chamber in which there are holders for receiving the instruments, wherein at least parts of the walls of the rinsing chamber or elements located in the rinsing chamber can be cooled.

Abstract: A sample rack configured to hold receptacles and to be inserted into the structure below the cover includes a sample rack having receptacle-receiving pockets, each with a resilient element and a positioning feature for holding receptacles of varying sizes in a predetermined position within the receptacle receiving pocket, and a cover including features for preventing a receptacle from being pulled out of its receptacle-receiving pocket when the transfer mechanism is withdrawn from the receptacle.

Abstract: A medical sterilization container has a removable container cover, which is provided in a wall area (4) with gas-exchange openings (5), with a filter unit (55) for gas exchange has an interchangeable filter sheet covering the gas-exchange openings (5) on the inside, which is arranged within a ring-shaped circumferential frame element (15) and is held pressably against an inside of the wall area (4) by a pressure washer (36) provided with openings (45). The pressure washer (36) is detachably connected to frame element (15) or the wall area (4) and has a ring groove (48) with a preferably elastic sealing ring (49), which seals the wall area (4) provided with the gas-exchange openings (5) against the frame element (15). To prevent a shifting of and/or damage to the filter sheet during a clamping process, the pressure washer (36) can be pressed against the wall area (4) by a spring washer (35).

Abstract: A sterilization box seal device including a shaft capable of being slid into a closure device of a sterilization box, and a support part of the proximal end of shaft, which includes a locking element irreversibly capable of cooperating and attaching on the distal end of shaft so as to form therewith a closed loop preventing the closure device from opening, such that the support part includes an additional part to the support one necessary for the sole seal function, the additional part includes an area capable of receiving a readable identification label.

Abstract: Antimicrobial devices for use with at least a portion of a medical device include at least one flexible portion configured to secure the antimicrobial device to the at least a portion of the medical device. Medical device assemblies include an access port and an antimicrobial device adapted to disinfect at least a portion of the access port. Methods of disinfecting a portion of a device include deforming a housing of the antimicrobial device to couple the antimicrobial device to the portion of the device.

Abstract: A conditioning device for disinfecting, sterilizing and/or maintaining medical, especially dental, instruments comprises a distributor unit for supplying cleaning or maintenance media to the instruments, said distributor unit having respective inlets for every medium, said inlet being connected to a support for an instrument via a valve. Every valve comprises a sealing element which can be brought into a valve-opening position by means of the actuating element of the distributor unit which can be selectively positioned.

Abstract: A flexible bottle for containing a disinfecting liquid that can be used to disinfect a toothbrush. The bottle has a large reservoir for contain the disinfecting liquid and a small, secondary reservoir that is located proximate to the top of the bottle and which can be filled by squeezing the flexible bottle to force a quantity of the disinfecting liquid into the small, secondary reservoir. There is a cap that is designed to accept a toothbrush for entry into the container and which may have a slot formed therein or flexible flaps. The bottle can, therefore, be filled with disinfecting liquid and a toothbrush introduced into the small reservoir for disinfecting the toothbrush. The disinfecting liquid can then be discarded from the small reservoir and the secondary reservoir refilled as needed by the user.

Abstract: An improved mobile apparatus for sterilizing surgical trays serves as a self-contained autoclave, allowing sterilization of the interior of the apparatus and its contents. A method of sterilization using the apparatus is presented as well. By means of a dedicated transfer and storage system, the apparatus, integrable with respect to a transfer cart and a lift device, may be moved easily between a location of sterilization, a storage area, and an operating room, and more than one such apparatus may be stacked vertically for storage to enhance storage efficiency.

Abstract: Sanitization apparatuses, kits, and methods, such as, for example, for pens, styluses, handles, remote controls, and pagers.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning a toothbrush comprises a hollow container having an interior with an upper section and a lower section. The upper section is open for allowing insertion and withdrawal of a toothbrush along an axis and the lower section defines a reservoir for storing a cleaning fluid. A plurality of fins are mounted to the container and arranged about the axis to project inward toward the axis at a distance above a bottom of the reservoir. The distal ends of the fins are spaced for deflecting bristles of the toothbrush during passage of the toothbrush along the axis past the distal ends of the fins from one side of the plurality of fins to another side of the plurality of fins. An additional set of fins is provided for drying excess cleaning fluid from the brush. The fins are removable from the container for thorough cleaning or replacement.

Abstract: The disclosure of the present application includes a sterilization tray for instruments. In an exemplary embodiment of a sterilization tray of the present disclosure, the sterilization tray comprises a sheet having a first end, an opposing second end, and a center portion between the first end and second end, in which the center portion having an undulating profile with a plurality of peaks and troughs and having a plurality of openings formed through the sheet. The openings are positioned and formed to receive one or more instruments. In at least one embodiment, the center portion includes a corrugated profile. Alternatively, the center portion includes a triangular or saw-tooth profile. In at least one embodiment, the distance between adjacent peaks of the center portion defines a wave having a length, and the center portion includes a non-uniform profile comprised of one or more waves of varying lengths.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for retaining medical instruments is disclosed. The apparatus includes a medical instrument tray having a substantially planar, rigid interior section, wherein the interior section has a plurality of holes formed therein. A flexible grommet sheet is positioned abutting a first side of the medical instrument tray, the flexible grommet sheet having a plurality of openings therein, wherein at least a portion of the plurality of openings are substantially axially aligned with the plurality of holes formed within the interior section. A substantially rigid back plate is removably attached to the medical instrument tray, wherein the flexible grommet sheet is positioned between the first side of the interior section and the back plate, and wherein the back plate has a plurality of holes positioned therein, wherein the plurality of holes are substantially axially aligned with the plurality of holes formed within the interior section.

Abstract: A medical tool kit is provided for packaging, storing, and transporting medical instruments and tools of various types. The medical tool kit is capable of providing continuing sterilization to the medical instruments and tools kept inside the medical tool kit after the tool case is opened during its normal use in a medical procedure.

Abstract: The toothbrush sanitizer is a small device that can sanitize the head of a toothbrush, and includes a small steam chamber that is accessibly via sealed opening. The sealed opening is adjacent the small chamber and includes a rubber seal that opens upon entrance of a toothbrush head therein. A heating element is positioned between a water reservoir and the small chamber. The heating element is responsible for forming steam and directing said steam onto the toothbrush head located in the small steam chamber. The toothbrush sanitizer is powered by batteries or includes an electrical plug that extends from a rear surface to plug the device into an electrical outlet.

Abstract: Machine (10) and method for treating containers (12) of liquids comprising in succession at least a loading station (15), into which the containers (12) to be treated are loaded, and all disposed according to a determinate first orientation, and a washing station (17), in which the containers (12) are subjected at least to washing and are disposed in a second orientation able to promote the fall due to gravity of the dirt and/or washing liquid present in the containers (12). The machine (10) comprises, downstream of the washing station (17) and outside it, a manipulator device (41) which automatically rotates the containers (12) exiting form the washing station (17) so as to reposition the containers (12) according to the first determinate orientation.

Abstract: An attractive and compact device and an effective method to store and disinfect a manual shaving razor are disclosed. The method reduces corrosion of the razor's metal blades. A compact container has separate but suitably connected chambers allowing for economy of use of as disinfectant liquid combining alcohol, detergent or soap and skin conditioner. By protecting the razor in one enclosed chamber, oxidative damage and rusting of blades is avoided. A knife edge element is placed at the bottom of another chamber to pierce the foil seal of a suitably inserted bottle within the other chamber. An optional third, drainage chamber below the other two chambers allows for appropriate drainage and removal both of excess fluid used, as well as hair and debris from the blades. The design of the device is compact and attractive, as is the method an extremely effective way of protecting and disinfecting the razor.

Abstract: Methods and systems for on-site, continuous generation of peracid chemistry, namely peroxycarboxylic acids and peroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions, are disclosed. In particular, an adjustable biocide formulator or generator system is designed for on-site generation of peroxycarboxylic acids and peroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions from sugar esters. Methods of using the in situ generated peroxycarboxylic acids and peroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus (100, 200) is described for disinfecting and sanitizing up to three brushes (16) with steam, where the brushes (16) are placed in a horizontal position in the apparatus, such that the handles (16a) of the brushes (16) protrude from the apparatus and are not exposed to the steam generated for disinfecting and sanitizing the brushes. The apparatus (100, 200) comprises a case (1) covered by a tilting lid (8) and supported by a base (2), a water tank (3) and a chamber (4) located inside the case (1), the chamber (4) having a system for evaporating the water contained inside the tank (3), a support (5) for the brushes (16), a resistance heating system (6) for heating the water, a protection screen (7), a thermostat (26) and an electronic or mechanical control and operation system.

Abstract: A sterilization system includes a plurality of modular gas impermeable chambers separable by doors movable between an open position in which gas may flow freely between the adjacent chambers and a closed position in which gas flow between the adjacent chambers is prevented. A conveyor system carries objects between the chambers. Sterilant gas is controllably deliverable to at least one of the chambers. Objects are conveyed between the chambers to execute a sterilization operation.

Abstract: The invention monitors the neutralization process involving hydrogen peroxide solution and a hydrogen peroxide neutralization catalyst and compares measured values with theoretical values. The system monitors the chemical reaction and notifies the user of the neutralization status. In an exemplary embodiment, the initial hydrogen peroxide solution concentration is neutralized with a palladium catalyst after a period of time. A microcontroller analyzes the measurements and displays the neutralization process results using colored LED lights and/or text or images on a LCD display. In one embodiment, an apparatus adapted for use with a cleaning solution used to clean a medical device may include a trigger, a processing device in communication with the trigger, and a display device. The processing device provides a trigger count and the display device communicates with the processing device and displays a message based on the count.

Abstract: A rack for a plurality of capped tubes, including a frame having a longitudinally extending bottom base member having a row of spaced open top recesses adapted to receive the capped tubes. Vertical supports at the ends of the row of recesses fix a cover member above the base member. The cover member has openings therethrough smaller than the capped tubes. A wall is along one longitudinal side between the base member and the cover member, with the other longitudinal side between the base member and the cover member being open. The base member and cover member are vertically spaced a distance sufficient to permit tipped capped tubes to be moved into the frame with the tipped tubes then dropped into the recesses and tipped back to an upright vertical position.

Abstract: A sanitizing device for toothbrushes is described. The device has a lower housing body, and a vessel for containing a sanitizing liquid being connected to the lower housing body in an upper position according to a vertical axis. The lower housing body has removable basins adapted to contain a head of the toothbrush substantially arranged along the vertical axis. The removable basins are hydraulically connected to the vessel for the controlled flowing down of the sanitizing liquid from the vessel to the basins. The removable basins The lower housing body is removably associated to a cap in an upper position according to the vertical axis, the cap being cup-shaped to enclose the vessel and possible portions of the toothbrush that project upwards from the lower body.

Abstract: An apparatus for disinfecting furniture, having a main member including an inner surface configured for receiving the furniture. The main member includes a plurality of apertures disposed along the inner surface. The apparatus has at least one temperature controller and at least one air source to the controller for heated blowing air. The apertures are in communication with at least the air source, and UV light from the light source and air from the air source can at least partially pass through the inner surface.