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Stacking sterilizing tray system

US5893618A · kind A · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 21, 1997
Grant dateApr 13, 1999
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B50/33
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

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.

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