An apparatus and methods for adaptable feeding systems comprising a graduated connector designed to accommodate varying sizes of food containers and feeding devices. The graduated connectors can be fixedly attached to feeding devices of varying sizes, featuring multiple connector steps on the opposite side to securely fit a wide range of food container sizes. Alternatively, the graduated connector can function as a standalone unit, with connector steps on both sides to accommodate varying sizes of both food containers and feeding devices. The apparatus offers flexibility and versatility, providing a secure and efficient feeding process for infants, children, and physically inhibited adults. The graduated connector's ability to handle different sizes of food containers and feeding devices makes it a convenient and user-friendly option for managing various feeding requirements, from home use to on-the-go situations, providing a practical and reliable solution that adapts to diverse feeding needs.
A pet refuse collection apparatus, and methods of use of the pet refuse collection apparatus, are disclosed. The apparatus comprises a first frame portion with refuse bag support members and a first handle, and a second frame portion with a refuse bag receptacle member and a second handle. The frame portions are crossed over each other at distal ends for enhanced usability. A sliding handle grip may be provided for securing the first handle and the second handle together. The apparatus can be maneuvered using the sliding handle grip. The methods include supporting a refuse bag with the support members, threading the bag through these members, and adjusting the support members and receptacle member using the sliding handle grip. This setup ensures secure holding and efficient collection of pet refuse. The invention provides a hygienic, efficient, and user-friendly solution for managing pet waste, improving convenience for pet owners.
Improved apparatus and methods for protection of extremities of patients using blood thinners. Reinforced and padded clothing protects the patient from injury, bruising, and bleeding, featuring strategically placed, protective padding in key areas susceptible to impacts. Notable innovations include upper and lower padded arm sleeves with elbow and thumb openings for enhanced mobility, calf, and knee coverings with ergonomic cutouts to prevent material bunching, and integrated moisture-wicking linings for comfort. Reflective materials for safety, adjustable closures for a customized fit, and reinforced borders for durability are also incorporated. The manufacturing method involves selecting high-quality materials, precision cutting, and ergonomic assembly to ensure comfort and functionality. This protective garment system offers a balanced solution for individuals needing extra protection due to medical conditions, providing safety without compromising on comfort or mobility.
A41D 13/015 - Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches with shock-absorbing means
A41D 13/05 - Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches protecting only a particular body part
Improved apparatus and methods of improved closing of one or both of a toilet lid and toilet seat. The present invention provides a toiled lid closing apparatus that harvests kinetic energy from a user's action of opening the toilet seat, storing this energy to dispense an aromatic solution and facilitate a delayed, soft closing of both the seat and lid. The apparatus operates without the need for external power sources or complex mechanisms, utilizing a vessel with a compressible element, airflow-regulating orifices, and a check valve to control the rate of air movement and ensure a controlled closure. The invention enhances functionality, promotes hygiene, and provides convenience, potentially including aromatic dispensing capabilities for an improved user experience.
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IMPARTING A THREE-DIMENSIONAL PROFILE INTO AN ADHESIVE SUBSTRATE
Methods and apparatus to form elevated profiles in mounted turn-up raised profile tapes for paper processing. In some embodiments, the raised profile tape may be a combination of a tape substrate coated on one side with a web grabbing adhesive and on the other side with a mounting adhesive and a release liner having a release liner substrate fully coated on a first side with a release layer and zone-coated on a second side with a release layer. In some embodiments, an elevated profile may be formed during the application of the raised profile tape with specialized apparatus.
Methods and apparatus to form tear-off paperband composites that adhesively attach a paper web to an empty web spool. In some embodiments, the paperband composite is applied in several layers to an empty web spool, each layer suitable for fixedly attaching a paper web to the empty spool. Multiple layers of paperband composite allow for use during multiple turn-up procedures with one layer of paperband composite used per turn-up procedure. In some examples, the paperband composite may be applied to a paper spool tangentially along the spool face and perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the spool. In other examples, the paperband composite may be spirally wrapped around the paper spool.
The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for administration of ophthalmic treatments into a patient's eye. Apparatus may include a wire form with a horizontal upper frame, temples that rest on or hook over the ears, nose pads, and semi-circular receivers to accept the tip of an eye drop-dispenser bottle. In some examples, distance sensing apparatus and signaling capabilities may be present to support the administration of ophthalmic treatments. In some examples, the apparatus may be enhanced for the purposes of aiding the application of eyedrops by a deep upper horizontal frame that rests on the forehead to prevent the apparatus, and thereby the eye dropper bottle, from approaching the eye too closely.
A61F 9/00 - Methods or devices for treatment of the eyes; Devices for putting in contact-lenses; Devices to correct squinting; Apparatus to guide the blind; Protective devices for the eyes, carried on the body or in the hand
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METHOD AND APPARATUS TO FORM A RAISED PROFILE ADHESIVE STRIP
Methods and apparatus to form elevated profiles in mounted turn-up raised profile tapes for paper processing. In some embodiments, the raised profile tape may be a combination of a tape substrate coated on one side with a web grabbing adhesive and on the other side with a mounting adhesive and a release liner having a release liner substrate fully coated on a first side with a release layer and zone-coated on a second side with a release layer. In some embodiments, an elevated profile may be formed during the application of the raised profile tape with specialized apparatus.
A pet refuse collection apparatus, and methods of use of the pet refuse collection apparatus, including a pet refuse bag supported by a fixture that allows the bag to be positioned underneath the pet to catch the refuse. A frame supports a refuse bag and may be manipulated with a single hand of a user while the frame supports a dispensed pet refuse bag in a position conducive to collecting pet refuse and additionally supports undispensed bags and stores a dispensed bag containing pet refuse.
Improved apparatus and methods of operating turn-up apparatus on a paper machine to improve performance of a paper machine turn-up process via the inclusion of the ability to vary an amount of tension on a paperband being deployed during a turn-up procedure. A cross track may have a first internal slot for the paperband to move upon and a second slot to support a first adjustable track top holder. The first adjustable track top holder holds a first top tension band in a fixed position relative to an underlying first bottom tension band.
Methods and apparatus to form elevated profiles in mounted turn-up raised profile tapes for paper processing. In some embodiments, the raised profile tape may be a combination of a tape substrate coated on one side with a web grabbing adhesive and on the other side with a mounting adhesive and a release liner having a release liner substrate fully coated on a first side with a release layer and zone-coated on a second side with a release layer. In some embodiments, an elevated profile may be formed during the application of the raised profile tape with specialized apparatus.
Methods and apparatus to form tear-off paperband composites that adhesively attach a paper web to an empty web spool. In some embodiments, the paperband composite is applied in several layers to an empty web spool, each layer suitable for fixedly attaching a paper web to the empty spool. Multiple layers of paperband composite allow for use during multiple turn-up procedures with one layer of paperband composite used per turn-up procedure. In some examples, the paperband composite may be applied to a paper spool tangentially along the spool face and perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the spool. In other examples, the paperband composite may be spirally wrapped around the paper spool.
A dispensing device for dispensing an ingestible material includes a compressible element. The compressible element includes a compressible pouch for containing the ingestible material and a chewable surface. The compressible element further includes at least one valve between the compressible pouch and the chewable surface. The valve is configured to prevent flow of the ingestible material when the compressible element is in an uncompressed state, and dispense the ingestible material when pressure is applied to the chewable surface. A method for administering an ingestible material includes containing the ingestible material in a compressible pouch, encasing the compressible pouch in a compressible element made of an elastic, nontoxic material, and having a chewable surface, and expelling the ingestible material to the chewable surface by applying pressure to the chewable surface.
A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
An apparatus for feeding a person viscous food includes a food container including a food storage portion containing viscous food and a first connector on an open end of the food storage portion. The food storage portion being compressible. A feeding device includes a feeding surface and a second connector removably attachable to the first connector. A method for feeding the person includes removably connecting a food container containing viscous food to a feeding device and expelling an amount of the viscous food from the food container. At least a portion of the amount of expelled viscous food flows onto a feeding surface of the feeding device. The method further includes providing the portion of the viscous food on the feeding surface of the feeding device to the person.
B65D 35/28 - Pliable tubular containers adapted to be permanently deformed to expel contents, e.g. collapsible tubes for toothpaste or other plastic or semi-liquid material; Holders therefor with auxiliary devices for expelling contents
B65D 51/24 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes
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METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DISPENSING A THERAPEUTIC AGENT
A dispensing device for dispensing an ingestible material includes a compressible element. The compressible element includes a compressible pouch for containing the ingestible material and a chewable surface. The compressible element further includes at least one valve between the compressible pouch and the chewable surface. The valve is configured to prevent flow of the ingestible material when the compressible element is in an uncompressed state, and dispense the ingestible material when pressure is applied to the chewable surface. A method for administering an ingestible material includes containing the ingestible material in a compressible pouch, encasing the compressible pouch in a compressible element made of an elastic, nontoxic material, and having a chewable surface, and expelling the ingestible material to the chewable surface by applying pressure to the chewable surface.
A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
An apparatus for feeding a person viscous food includes a food container including a food storage portion containing viscous food and a first connector on an open end of the food storage portion. The food storage portion being compressible. A feeding device includes a feeding surface and a second connector removably attachable to the first connector. A method for feeding the person includes removably connecting a food container containing viscous food to a feeding device and expelling an amount of the viscous food from the food container. At least a portion of the amount of expelled viscous food flows onto a feeding surface of the feeding device. The method further includes providing the portion of the viscous food on the feeding surface of the feeding device to the person.
The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus to for user customizable configurations and replacement of a heating, ventilation and air conditioning filter media and frames. A media filter media may be combined with a media frame according to user specifications. One filter media or combinations of multiple filter media may be chosen by a user to create custom filter configurations. Filter media may be separated from the media frame and disposed of in a manner generally more convenient than traditional HVAC filter replacement.
The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for administration of ophthalmic medicaments into a patient's eye. Apparatus may include a wire form with a horizontal upper frame, temples that rest on or hook over the ears, nose pads, and semi-circular receivers to accept the tip of an eye drop-dispenser bottle. In some examples, the apparatus may be enhanced for the purposes of aiding the application of eyedrops by a deep upper horizontal frame that rests on the forehead to prevent the apparatus, and thereby the eye dropper bottle, from approaching the eye too closely.
A61F 9/00 - Methods or devices for treatment of the eyes; Devices for putting in contact-lenses; Devices to correct squinting; Apparatus to guide the blind; Protective devices for the eyes, carried on the body or in the hand
A61M 37/00 - Other apparatus for introducing media into the body; Percutany, i.e. introducing medicines into the body by diffusion through the skin
G02C 5/04 - Bridges; Browbars; Intermediate bars with adjustable means
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Heating ventilation and air conditioner filter with user customizable filter elements
The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for user customizable configurations and replacement of a heating, ventilation and air conditioning filter media and frames. A filter media may be combined with a media frame according to user specifications. One filter media or combinations of multiple filter media may be chosen by a user to create custom filter configurations. Filter media may be separated from the media frame and disposed of in a manner generally more convenient than traditional HVAC filter replacement.
B01D 46/00 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours
B01D 46/12 - Particle separators, e.g. dust precipitators, using filter plates, sheets or pads having plane surfaces in multiple arrangements
B01D 46/62 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours with multiple filtering elements, characterised by their mutual disposition connected in series
F24F 8/108 - Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying by separation, e.g. by filtering using dry filter elements
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Methods and apparatus for a single handle refuse bag
A pet refuse collection apparatus, and methods of use of the pet refuse collection apparatus, including a pet refuse bag supported by a fixture that allows the bag to be positioned underneath the pet to catch the refuse. A frame supports a refuse bag and may be manipulated with a single hand of a user while the frame supports a dispensed pet refuse bag in a position conducive to collecting pet refuse and additionally supports undispensed bags and stores a dispensed bag containing pet refuse.
A pet refuse collection apparatus, and methods of use of the pet refuse collection apparatus, including a pet refuse bag supported by a fixture that allows the bag to be positioned underneath the pet to catch the refuse. A frame supports a refuse bag and may be manipulated with a single hand of a user while the frame supports a dispensed pet refuse bag in a position conducive to collecting pet refuse and additionally supports undispensed bags and stores a dispensed bag containing pet refuse.
A continuum of dispensable bibs includes a roll of bibs, wherein each bib has one or more perforated edges allowing the bibs to be dispensed from the continuum. The bibs may be eco-friendly and may include one of several types of cut-out areas for the head of the wearer. Each dispensed bib may include a pouch or an adhesive area or other means of binding up the bib after use to prevent spills or unwanted smells.
A continuum of dispensable bibs includes a roll of bibs, wherein each bib has one or more perforated edges allowing the bibs to be dispensed from the continuum. The bibs may be eco-friendly and may include one of several types of cut-out areas for the head of the wearer. Each dispensed bib may include a pouch or an adhesive area or other means of binding up the bib after use to prevent spills or unwanted smells.
Methods and apparatus to form tear-off paperband composites that adhesively attach a paper web to an empty web spool. In some embodiments, the paperband composite is applied in several layers to an empty web spool, each layer suitable for fixedly attaching a paper web to the empty spool. Multiple layers of paperband composite allow for use during multiple turn-up procedures with one layer of paperband composite used per turn-up procedure. In some examples, the paperband composite may be applied to a paper spool tangentially along the spool face and perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the spool. In other examples, the paperband composite may be spirally wrapped around the paper spool.
Methods and apparatus to form tear-off paperband composites that adhesively attach a paper web to an empty web spool. In some embodiments, the paperband composite is applied in several layers to an empty web spool, each layer suitable for fixedly attaching a paper web to the empty spool. Multiple layers of paperband composite allow for use during multiple turn-up procedures with one layer of paperband composite used per turn-up procedure. In some examples, the paperband composite may be applied to a paper spool tangentially along the spool face and perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the spool. In other examples, the paperband composite may be spirally wrapped around the paper spool.
Methods and apparatus to form tear-off paperband composites that adhesively attach a paper web to an empty web spool. In some embodiments, the paperband composite is applied in several layers to an empty web spool, each layer suitable for fixedly attaching a paper web to the empty spool. Multiple layers of paperband composite allow for use during multiple turn-up procedures with one layer of paperband composite used per turn-up procedure. In some examples, the paperband composite may be applied to a paper spool tangentially along the spool face and perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the spool. In other examples, the paperband composite may be spirally wrapped around the paper spool.
Methods and apparatus to form elevated profiles in mounted turn-up transfer tapes for paper processing. In some embodiments, the transfer tape may be a combination of a tape substrate coated on one side with a web grabbing adhesive and on the other side with a mounting adhesive and an affixed cord or cordlike feature, and a release liner having a release liner substrate fully coated on a first side with a release layer and zone-coated on a second side with a release layer. In some embodiments an elevated profile, similar to that resulting from the incorporated cord or cordlike feature, may be formed during the application of the transfer tape with specialized apparatus.
A family of paper tape turn-up constructs for accomplishing automated paper web turnup in paper processing. Methods and apparatus to form the constructs are described. Methods and Apparatus to apply the constructs to paper production equipment are also described. In some examples, the paper tape turn-up construct includes a cover flap to protect an adhesive layer during initiation of the paper web turn up process.
A paper tape turn-up construct including a cover flap and a multi-bend structure to both protect an adhesive layer and to build an optimized elevated structure to present the adhesive layer during initiation of the paper web turn up process. Methods and apparatus to form the constructs and apply the constructs to paper production equipment are also included. The multi-bend paper turn up construct includes layers of adhesive and pulpable substrate with strategically located release materials, such as silicon that enhance a bridging of a gap between a rotating paper web and an empty spool surface.
An apparatus for dispensing an adhesive with paper covers to be used in a paper web turn-up operation. The resulting adhesive and paper cover construct is used in effecting the attachment of a paper web to an approaching spool. In some examples, the paper cover of the deposited adhesive may be affixed on two sides surrounding the deposited adhesive, in other examples a single attachment may be used. In some examples, the paper cover may be perforated to facilitate rupture of the paper and flow of adhesive. In some examples, perforations may enable the movement of adhesive through the paper.
A dispenser housing for dispensing a multi-layer tape transfer tape used in a paper web turn-up operation, the transfer tape being the combination of a tape substrate coated on one side with a web grabbing adhesive and on the other side with a mounting adhesive, and a release liner having a release liner substrate fully coated on a first side with a release layer and zone-coated on a second side with a release layer, the transfer tape being wound onto a single spool with the release liner facing inward and the mounting side adhesive facing outward, such that buckling is precluded when the transfer tape is unwound from the spool.
B65H 37/02 - Article or web delivery apparatus incorporating devices for performing specified auxiliary operations for applying adhesive
B65H 35/00 - Delivering articles from cutting or line-perforating machines; Article or web delivery apparatus incorporating cutting or line-perforating devices, e.g. adhesive tape dispensers
C09J 7/40 - Adhesives in the form of films or foils characterised by release liners
B65H 37/00 - Article or web delivery apparatus incorporating devices for performing specified auxiliary operations
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Dispenser apparatus and method of use for laminating and dispensing transfer tape in a paper web turn-up system
An apparatus and method for assembling, dispensing and using a laminated paper web transfer tape, an embodiment of the apparatus having a pair of transfer tape spools enclosed within a housing, one transfer tape spool containing a first tape component of the laminated transfer tape and the other transfer tape spool containing a second tape component of the laminated transfer tape, the first tape component being the combination of a substrate having adhesive on both sides and a release liner, the second tape component being a cover flap member having a release coating over at least a majority of one side. The components are unwound from the spools and pressed together such that they become joined along a longitudinal edge strip, then dispensed from the housing. The cover flap member covers one of the adhesive sides of the transfer tape substrate until the moment just prior to transfer of a continuous paper web from a full web spool to an empty web spool, the cover flap member being opened to expose the adhesive by air pressure or resistance.
B65H 35/00 - Delivering articles from cutting or line-perforating machines; Article or web delivery apparatus incorporating cutting or line-perforating devices, e.g. adhesive tape dispensers
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Dispenser apparatus and method of use for laminating and dispensing transfer tape in a paper web turn-up system
An apparatus and method for assembling, dispensing and using a laminated paper web transfer tape, an embodiment of the apparatus having a pair of transfer tape spools enclosed within a cartridge dispenser, one transfer tape spool containing a first tape component of the laminated transfer tape and the other transfer tape spool containing a second tape component of the laminated transfer tape, the first tape component being the combination of a substrate having adhesive on both sides and a release liner, the second tape component being a cover flap member having a release coating over at least a majority of one side. The components are unwound from the spools and pressed together such that they become joined along a longitudinal edge strip, then dispensed from the housing. The cover flap member covers one of the adhesive sides of the transfer tape substrate until the moment just prior to transfer of a continuous paper web from a full web spool to an empty web spool, the cover flap member being opened to expose the adhesive by air pressure or resistance. The cartridge dispenser is removed retained within a dispenser frame.
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