Modular medical services unit with secure console
US7971396B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04F19/08
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A medical services unit for use in health care facilities where high security is required, such as in prison and psychiatric hospitals. The unit comprises a floor-to-ceiling column with an internal medical services section to provide a plurality of medical services. The medical services section is protected by a rotating steel door that prevents access to the enclosed services. The medical services section also includes a sub-door made of a transparent, shatterproof polymer, such as polycarbonate. Thus, the clear cover panel permits visual access to the gauges and controls for the services, but prevents unauthorized physical access to them. The column is entirely enclosed in a protective casing made out of rolled steel. Doors are provided in the casing for providing access b authorized personnel only to the internal medical services section.
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