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Medical waste disposal system assembly

US8167858B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Filing dateJul 26, 2005
Grant dateMay 1, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16K35/16
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A novel collection device for collection, storage and disposal of biological products, in conjunction with an improved cleansing method. Disclosed is an apparatus which includes a locking closing member handle to allow for safe transport and disposal of medical waste. Closing member allows for secure containment of medical waste and subsequent apparatus cleaning. Closing member design includes a gap between closing member and housing which facilitates device cleaning after waste disposal.

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