Disposable container system and method with reusable hood assembly
US7980408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49817
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A kit for medical waste disposal comprising a plurality of containers; a hood assembly configured to substantially cover an open end of a respective one said containers, the hood assembly defining a passage through which medical waste can be passed to the open end of said container; and a plurality of lids, separate from the hood assembly, each configured to be placed over an open end of a respective container and to substantially close the open end of said container when said container is at least partially filled with medical waste; each of said containers being configured for separation from the hood assembly for disposal.
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