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Pill sorter with bag sealer

US10532861B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 7, 2015
Grant dateJan 14, 2020
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Expiry dateJan 1, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/7148
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pill sorter with bag sealer designed for the dispensation and storage of easily transportable packages of medication. The pill sorter has one or more independent chambers that can store pills or other medication. The pill sorter dispenses medication through a funneled lid, allowing the user to dispense a single chamber's medication into a plastic bag. The plastic bag is placed into a bag sealer having an activation button, light-emitting diode (LED), battery, microprocessor, and sealing element. The activation time of the sealing element is adjusted by the microprocessor based upon the measured level of charge present in the battery, providing a one-touch sealing solution to the user. The sealing element seals the plastic bag, which has a perforated seal, allowing for easy opening of the plastic bag when the medication is needed.

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