Wristband with separated imaging area and cinch slot
US8074389B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B90/96
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A printer processible wristband has a cinch slot at one end and an imaging area at another, connected with a strap therebetween. The imaging area is shaped like a shovel and the cinch slot is shaped like a “D” and sized so that the imaging area interference fits through the cinch slot to thereby join the wristband about the wrist. The imaging area may have one of its ends adhered to the strap to clamp it in place and further secure the wristband or it may be left loose to act as a hang tag. Alternate embodiments are disclosed including providing a self adhering label to attach to the imaging area, providing a layer of laminate to laminate the printed information or label, providing a second imaging area along with a second strap, and providing a snap closure to further attach the wristband.
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