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Chemical Apparatus And Process Disinfecting, Deodorizing, Preserving, Or Sterilizing > Process Disinfecting, Preserving, Deodorizing, Or Sterilizing > Using Disinfecting Or Sterilizing Substance Using Disinfecting Or Sterilizing SubstanceUsing Disinfecting Or Sterilizing Substance patent applications listed are from June 2005 to current and include Date, Patent Application Number, Patent Title, Patent Abstract summary and are linked to the corresponding patent application page.08/16/07 - 20070189919 - Method for cleaning a nebulizer A method for cleaning a medicament from a portion of a nebulizer comprising soaking the portion of the nebulizer for a predetermined time in a cleaning solution having an enzyme dissolved therein, washing the cleaning solution from the portion of the nebulizer, and rinsing the portion of the nebulizer after ... 07/05/07 - 20070154347 - Low temperature process for concurrent cleaning and sanitation of solid surfaces An improved process for the concurrent, low temperature cleaning and sanitation of solid surfaces is provided. This process involves introducing a cryogen and an antimicrobial liquid into a vessel, thereby creating an immersion bath. A sterilant is then introduced into this immersion bath. An object to be cleaned and sanitized ... 07/05/07 - 20070154346 - Cabinet type endoscope processor An endoscope processor, according to the present invention, provides for cleaning and sterilizing an endoscope having a body, and a first flexible tube attached to the body. It includes an operational housing and an enclosure which is attachable to and detachable from the operational housing, the enclosure being sealed from ... 06/21/07 - 20070140897 - Ph stable biguanide composition and method of treatment and prevention of infections The present invention includes an ophthalmically acceptable composition for use in the ocular region of a patient, the ophthalmically acceptable composition comprising water, a biguanide containing antimicrobial agent and a pH adjusting agent to adjust the pH to a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6. The invention further ... 06/21/07 - 20070140896 - Liquid toothbrush/dental appliance sanitizer This invention relates to using a liquid form of sanitizer and disinfectant, particularly sodium hypochlorite or 2NaOH+Cl2⇄NaCl 30 NaClO+H2O in a 0.01-3% solution with H2O and the addition of Sodium Chloride or NaCl to kill bacteria growing on toothbrushes and dental appliances caused by exposure to pathogenic microorganisms and microorganisms ... 05/17/07 - 20070110611 - Method of disinfecting items in a vacuum using ozone A method of disinfecting or sterilizing an article, such as medical devices or tools, is provided. The items are sterilized by placing them in an enclosed chamber and evacuating the air from the vacuum Ozonated vapor is then injected into the chamber for a predetermined time allowing the ozonated vapor ... 04/26/07 - 20070092398 - Pouch for sterilization of medical products The present invention provides a gas permeable pouch which has various uses including as a sterilization pouch for items in need of sterilization. The pouch has a front panel and a back panel, each panel having a top edge margin, a bottom edge margin and two side edge margins wherein ... 04/19/07 - 20070086914 - Sports equipment sanitizer An apparatus for removing mold and mildew from sports equipment includes an ozone generator that supplies ozone to a distribution system that directs ozone at a high velocity to both dry and sanitize sports equipment. The high velocity flow of ozone is directed to the interior portions of the sports ... 04/19/07 - 20070086913 - Ozone disinfection apparatus An ozone disinfection apparatus is provided whereby the ozone is dispersed in a vapor. The use of an ozonated vapor increases saturation of the article, surface or area being disinfected. Ozone from a generator on-board the apparatus is forced into contact with a fluid, such as water, to form the ... 03/15/07 - 20070059202 - Disinfectant systems and methods The present invention is drawn to disinfectant systems and methods which can be used to produce a disinfectant solution. The system can include a first liquid composition and a second liquid composition. The first liquid composition comprises from 0.0005 ppm to 100,000 ppm by weight of a transition metal or ... 03/15/07 - 20070059201 - Dry ice product containing antimicrobial formulation prepared using carrier chemicals Embodiments of the invention generally provide a treating agent comprising an antimicrobial carrier chemical and a cooling agent to chill and sanitize food products during processing steps, wherein the antimicrobial carrier chemical is in liquid or solid form. ... 03/15/07 - 20070059200 - Method of sanitation using carbon dioxide based process Methods and apparatuses are provided for sanitizing food contact surfaces and food processing equipment using a combination of carbon dioxide (CO2) and antimicrobial chemicals. Generally, the invention provides a method for antimicrobial sanitation, comprising placing an object in a vessel containing an antimicrobial chemical, providing CO2 into the vessel, and ... 03/08/07 - 20070053789 - Method and apparatus for optimizing aerosol generation with ultrasonic transducers The invention is an apparatus and methods for optimizing the performance and protecting one or more aerosol generating transducers from deterioration while operating in a chemically reactive aqueous solution by utilizing one or more protective barrier techniques to eliminate chemical interaction between the aqueous solution and the transducers. The method ... 03/01/07 - 20070048175 - Methods and compositions for decontaminating surfaces exposed to chemical and/or biological warfare compounds The present invention is drawn to methods and compositions for use in partially or fully decontaminating surfaces which have been contaminated with chemical or biological warfare agents. The invention includes contacting the contaminated surface with a composition capable of ameliorating the negative effects caused by the warfare agent. In one ... 02/22/07 - 20070041866 - Aqueous solution of olanexidine, method of preparing the aqueous solution, and disinfectant The present invention provides a disinfectant that contains olanexidine in a concentration sufficient to exhibit an effective bactericidal effect, and that has hardly any side effects such as skin irritation. Specifically, the present invention provides a disinfectant containing an aqueous solution that contains olanexidine and at least an equimolar amount ... 01/18/07 - 20070014686 - Sterilization system and device A system, device and method for sterilizing or decontaminating an object that by exposing the object to a sterilant gas comprised of one or more oxides of nitrogen, such as NO, NO2, NO3, N2O3, N2O4, N2O5, N2O and mixtures thereof. The source of the sterilant gas can be generated from ... 01/18/07 - 20070014685 - Personal sanitation device A personal sanitation device comprises a container, a substrate disposed within the container and a disinfecting agent carried by the substrate. The personal sanitation device is utilized by the user, for example, by inserting a portion of their body into the container to contact the substrate. The disinfecting agent is ... 01/04/07 - 20070003431 - Sterilization system and vaporizer therefor A sterilizer employs a vaporizer having sloped surfaces over which flow liquid sterilant solution for vaporization. The arrangement promotes even distribution of the sterilant solution for more efficient vaporization. ... 12/21/06 - 20060285995 - Compositions and methods of use A mycobactericidal composition is provided, comprising: a synergistic combination of a water miscible monohydric alcohol and benzoic acid; optionally, surfactant at a concentration less than about 1%; and water. A method for disinfecting a surface using the foregoing composition is also provided. The mycobactericidal compositions may be used for inactivating ... 12/14/06 - 20060280648 - Disinfectant delivery system, and method of providing alcohol-free disinfection A disinfectant delivery system and method of providing alcohol-free disinfection to a body to be disinfected, as well as a method of infection reduction by preparation of a patient before an invasive procedure. A blended cloth comprising first fibers and second fibers is provided with the first fibers generally being ... 12/14/06 - 20060280647 - Filter assembly for a reprocessor The present invention provides a method of operating a reprocessor that has a chamber for receiving items to be sterilized. The reprocessor is filled with water that has passed through a first and a second filter element that both comprise a filtration system. A liquid sterilant is generated by mixing ... 12/07/06 - 20060275173 - Method for cleaning lipid deposits on silicone hydrogel contact lenses This invention is directed to a method of treating a silicone hydrogel lens to cleaning lipid deposits thereon. The method comprises administering to the contact lens a solution comprising a first straight chain polyether surfactant. The first straight chain polyether surfactant has an HLB value that is a minimum of ... 12/07/06 - 20060275172 - Item reprocessing and sterile packaging apparatus Methods and apparatus for reprocessing and packaging items. An item is cleaned within a push/pull reprocessing apparatus, contained within sterilizable packaging, and sterilized within said apparatus. Alternatively, an item is first cleaned and sterilized within a push/pull reprocessing apparatus and then contained within sterile packaging. The apparatus includes one or ... 11/30/06 - 20060269442 - Endoscope reprocessor connectors having reduced occlusion An occlusion minimizing connector connects a lumen in a lumen device to a source of sterilization fluid in an endoscope reprocessor. The connector has a sealing portion shaped to engage a surface on the lumen device. The sealing portion is formed of a resilient material biasing a sealing surface into ... 11/30/06 - 20060269441 - Nanosilica-based food contact sanitizer Described herein are nanoparticle silica Pickering emulsions comprising an aqueous suspension of colloidal silica mixed with a quaternary ammonium biocide. Additionally, the composition may include a small amount of organic solvent; such as methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, and mixtures thereof; wetting agents, such as a silicone-based wetting agent; and organic bases ... 11/23/06 - 20060263240 - Electrolyzed water treatment for face and hands Embodiments of the present invention provide for a method of cleaning and disinfecting the skin using electrolyzed water. A particularly preferred embodiment provides for the application of Type C water to the skin. Additional preferred embodiments provide for the application of Type B water to the skin followed by the ... 11/23/06 - 20060263239 - Aqueous disinfectants and sterilants including colloidal transition metals The present invention is drawn to disinfectant or sterilant compositions, which are human safe, e.g., food grade or food safe. In one embodiment, an aqueous disinfectant or sterilant composition can comprise an aqueous vehicle, including water, from 0.001 wt % to 50 wt % of a peracid, and from 0.001 ... 11/23/06 - 20060263238 - Decontamination of biological microbes using quaternary ammonium surfactants at elevated temperatures A large area decontaminating method for biological spore populations uses the application of a quaternary ammonium surfactant in combination with an elevated temperature to decontaminate the spores. ... 11/16/06 - 20060257282 - Large-scale decontamination of biological microbes using amine oxides at acidic ph A large area decontaminating method for biological spore populations uses the application of an acidic environment in combination with an amine oxide to decontaminate the spores. ... 10/19/06 - 20060233661 - Methods for disinfection and tracking of soiled items Methods for single-step and rapid high-level or better disinfection utilizing a push/pull reprocessing apparatus and a predetermined mixture of detergent and sterilant. The accessible surfaces (including any lumens) of the soiled item or items to be disinfected are contacted with a mixture of detergent and sterilant or with detergent alone ... 10/19/06 - 20060233660 - Ion generator and air conditioner In order to efficiently kill airborne fungi in a room, an ion generator includes an ion generator, a temperature sensor for detecting a temperature, and a humidity sensor for detecting a humidity. The ion generator is controlled based on a temperature detection result detected by the temperature sensor and a ... 10/12/06 - 20060228252 - Process and apparatus for treating implants comprising soft tissue The present invention is directed to the field of implants that include soft tissue. More particularly, the present invention is directed to processes for treating implants that include soft tissues such as tendons, ligaments and meniscus, and to implants produced by such processes. The present invention is also directed to ... 09/21/06 - 20060210422 - Apparatus and method for sterile interconnection of lines transferring sterile fluids An apparatus and method to effect a sterile interconnection of lines for transferring sterile medical fluids from a supply container to a fluid utilization device or a fluid storage container. A flexible, transparent, sterile connection bag is provided with at least three inlet/outlet ports. Previously sterilized free ends of the ... 09/14/06 - 20060204398 - Process and apparatus for reducing likelihood of transmission of infection between patients by an x-ray cassette To reduce the likelihood of transmission of infection from a patient, the exposed surface of an X-ray cassette is disinfected, the cassette is covered with a fluid repelling, radio lucent wrap and X-rays of the patient are taken while the cassette is still covered by the wrap. The cassette may ... 08/31/06 - 20060193745 - Virucidal disinfectant A virucidal disinfectant having broad-range activity includes an acidic phosphorus compound and/or salt thereof, an alcohol, and one or more polyalkylene glycols. The disinfectant, which may also kill bacteria and/or fungi, may be used for the hygienic disinfection of animate and inanimate surfaces. The invention also provides a disinfection method ... 08/17/06 - 20060182653 - Method and apparatus for sterilizing containers A method (20) and apparatus (100) for sterilizing packaging (102) is disclosed herein. The method (20) applies a solution of hydrogen peroxide onto the packaging (102) and an alkaline solution to react with the hydrogen peroxide to generate hydroxyl radicals to kill microorganism. The use of an alkaline solution allows ... 08/03/06 - 20060171843 - Sanitizing device and method of sanitizing A sanitizing device has a supply of antibacterial fluid capable of rendering at least a portion of bacteria on an object inert. The fluid is sprayed in a path of distribution in a mist while the object is positioned in the path of distribution. Means are provided to propel the ... 07/27/06 - 20060165556 - Sanitizing pouch and method of use therefor A sanitizing pouch secures to a product package and includes a sanitizing agent disposed therein. A delivery device includes an inlet thereto and an outlet therefrom. A probe attaches to the inlet of the delivery device. The probe is adapted to puncture the sanitizing pouch and the product package, whereby ... 07/13/06 - 20060153733 - Door handle sanitizer system and apparatus An apparatus and method for sanitizing door handles includes dispensing a germicide, such as a disinfectant, antibacterial solution or cleansing agent, onto a door handle at controlled intervals. The door handle sanitizer further includes a source of liquid or gaseous disinfectant, a spray nozzle configured to convey liquid or gaseous ... 06/29/06 - 20060140817 - Method for abatement of allergens, pathogens and volatile organic compounds The present invention pertains to methods utilizing ozone treatment for abating allergens, pathogens, odors, and volatile organic compounds. The methods can be employed to abate pollutants, bacteria, viruses, mold, dander, funguses, dust mites, animal and smoke odors, and the like. The methods employ specific combinations of ozone concentration, hydrogen peroxide ... 06/22/06 - 20060133950 - Method and device for disinfecting a microtome cryostat The invention relates to a method for disinfecting a microtome cryostat (1) comprising a defrosting phase (11), provision (13) of a vaporous disinfection agent (2) which acts upon the closed cryostat chamber (3) and a period of time (14) during which said disinfection agent (2) acts, in addition to a ... 06/15/06 - 20060127272 - Stabilized aqueous colorant preparations The invention relates to the use of an antimicrobially effective amount of a mixture from 5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothlazolin-3-one, 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one and 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one and 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol as a biocide in aqueous colorant preparations that have a heavy metal ion concentration of greater or equal 20 ppm. The invention effectively prevents the formation of precipitations. ... 06/08/06 - 20060120916 - Inhibiting biofilm formation by thermophilic microbes in paper and board machines The invention relates to a method of inhibiting the biofilm formation by thermophilic adhering microbes of paper and board machines on the surfaces of paper or board machines, and/or removing such biofilms from the said surfaces by adding to the circulation waters of the paper or board machines at least ... 05/18/06 - 20060104860 - Quick setup decontamination stall A decontamination unit (10) is provided including an upright collapsible frame (12) and a one-piece integrated enclosure (14). The frame (12) includes extensible legs (16) interconnected by upper scissor linkages (20); it may be manually erected in the field in a very few minutes. The enclosure (14) is suspended on ... 04/13/06 - 20060078461 - Single-use aerosol spray can to disinfect enclosed spaces and methods for its use A method and apparatus for disinfecting an entire room in one operation that includes providing a sufficiently large container having a liquid disinfectant and aerosol and a manually actuated valve and nozzle that includes a spray pattern for a uniform distribution of aerosol spray, said container being sized to completely ... 04/06/06 - 20060073068 - Composition for disinfecting surfaces A disinfectant composition, which has an aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide, an emulsifier and cedar leaf oil. The cedar leaf oil provides a residual long term disinfecting effect following the initial disinfecting of the hydrogen peroxide and then its decomposition. Application of the disinfectant is accomplished by first nebulizing the ... 03/30/06 - 20060067855 - Multiple ply sterilization wrap Disclosed herein is a single-step sterilization wrapping material suitable for use, as an example, in wrapping surgical instruments and supplies for sterilization, transportation and storage. The material is made of more than two separate sheets of wrap which are joined to one another. Each of the wrap sheets provides the ... 03/02/06 - 20060045798 - Endoscope immersion tray A system provides for high level disinfection or sterilization of an endoscope having a first portion adapted for immersion and a second portion not adapted for immersion. The system includes a container having a first basin sized and adapted to receive the first portion of the endoscope for immersion, a ... 02/02/06 - 20060024196 - Antimicrobial and deodorizing product An indoor anti-microbial and deodorizing coating solution comprising titanium oxide and titanium phosphate in a liquid carrier. ... 01/12/06 - 20060008378 - Sterilization method Dropping of hydrogen peroxide solution with the injector 14 is stopped and the state of a closed circuit between the working chamber and the hydrogen peroxide vapor supply means is maintained for a predetermined time, and if the concentration of hydrogen peroxide vapor becomes the predetermined concentration or below, ventilation ... 12/15/05 - 20050276723 - Aseptic sterilant using ozone in liquid carbon dioxide The use of ozone in liquid carbon dioxide as a sterilant for use in aseptic packaging. The low temperature provided by liquid CO2 further eliminates microbiological hazards. The combination of these two chemicals will enable the aseptic industry achieve higher process efficiencies and improved sterilization without the drawbacks currently seen ... 12/15/05 - 20050276722 - Apparatus and method for sterilizing an object An apparatus for sterilizing an object includes a chamber that can receive a sterilizing agent. A first screw having a first rod and a first helical thread is coupled to the chamber. The first screw is a right-hand screw that can rotate about the first rod in a first direction. ... 12/15/05 - 20050276721 - Method and apparatus for controlling the concentration of a sterilant chemical in a fluid A sterilization system that includes a sensor for determining the concentration of a liquid sterilant in a sterilant fluid. The sterilant fluid is comprised of a blend of sterilant fluids from a plurality of sterilant supplies. The concentration of the liquid sterilant differs in each of the sterilant supplies. The ... 11/24/05 - 20050260099 - Antimicrobial compositions and uses thereof The use of compositions containing one or more ether amine antimicrobial agents and/or ether amine derivative antimicrobial agents in an amount effective to disinfect and/or preserve medical devices is described. Solutions containing one or more ether amine antimicrobial agent- and/or ether amine derivative antimicrobial agent-containing compositions and methods of making ... 11/24/05 - 20050260098 - Oligosaccharide-containing compositions and uses thereof The use of compositions containing one or more oligosaccharides in an amount effective to disinfect and/or preserve medical devices, pharmaceutical preparations, and the like is described. Buffered solutions containing one or more oligosaccharide-containing compositions and methods of making and using the same are also described. ... 11/24/05 - 20050260097 - Sterilization device for sterilization of lumen devices An apparatus for the sterilization of lumen devices. The apparatus for sterilizing lumen devices is comprised of a chamber defining a region for sterilization, an expansion tank assembly, and a mixing member. The chamber is adapted to receive the expansion tank. The expansion tank is adapted to fluidly connect to ... 11/10/05 - 20050249631 - Method and apparatus for ozone disinfection of water supply pipelines A method and apparatus for disinfecting the interior of pipelines and conduits, particularly water mains. Ozone is utilized as the disinfectant vehicle to neutralize microbial contamination of the conduit. An ozone generation system includes a venturi injector for introducing ozone into pressurized water to provide a treating solution that is ... 10/13/05 - 20050226763 - Packaging for sterile objects or objects to be sterilized This package (1) comprises one layer (6) of a material forming a screen which is at least partial with respect to a decontamination gas and/or able to absorb a decontamination gas, this layer (6) having a shape and dimensions such that it can be placed in the box (3) along ... 10/06/05 - 20050220666 - System and method for sterilization of personal and/or household items The present invention provides a system and methods for vapor phase sterilization of mail or other items to be delivered, including sterilization during transit of the parcels. In addition the invention provides compositions and methods for sterilization of personal or domestic items. ... 09/29/05 - 20050214159 - Cart sanitizing system A cart sanitizing system is disclosed for applying a sanitizing fluid to sanitize a shopping cart. A pressurized supply of sanitizing fluid is applied to the cart contained within a cart enclosure through a series of spray nozzles mounted along a spray arch. The pressurized sanitizing fluid is supplied to ... 09/15/05 - 20050201891 - Recovering energy from carcasses The present invention involves carcass disposal and particularly to recovering energy from a biological mass while effectively destroying pathogens. Provided is contacting the carcass with a treatment solution and blending the carcass and treatment solution in a ribbon blender under vacuum to form a ground, sterile, dehydrated biological mass. Also ... 09/01/05 - 20050191207 - Delivery system and prescription method for interstitial radiation therapy using enhanced parametric release sterilization techniques A process is provided for sterilizing brachythearpy devices with Ethylene Oxide gas and releasing the devices on a parametric release basis. Devices that can be sterilized with this process include interstitial radiation seed strand implants and the needles used for implantation. In order to be sterilized effectively by EtO gas, ... 09/01/05 - 20050191206 - Decontamination of biological spores with mild acid and moderate heat A decontaminating method for biological spore populations uses the application of an acidic environment to the biological spores with an additional step of moderately heating the biological spores in the acidic environment to decontaminate the spores. ... 08/11/05 - 20050175499 - Method of reducing cross sample contamination during filter sampling Provided are methods for reducing transfer of fluid between liquid samples subject to consecutive instrument controlled filter sampling. Transfer of fluid between subsequent samples is reduced by decontaminating surfaces of the instrument. The methods reduce sample contamination so that any remaining unused sample may be subject to diagnostic analysis without ... 08/04/05 - 20050169796 - Sterilizing device for sterilizing closures The invention relates to a sterilizing device (10) for sterilizing closures (16), such as lids and caps for containers, such as bottles and jars, which device comprises a housing (12), provided with a closure entry (14) for supplying closures, a closure exit (18) for discharging sterilized closures from the device, ... 07/28/05 - 20050163654 - Sterilization wraps and methods for sterilizing articles There is provided an improved sterilization wrap and a method for using the improved sterilization wrap to sterilize an article. The wrap is made of at least a first panel of sterilization material and includes an additional panel of material. The first panel is multi-layered and includes at least one ... 07/21/05 - 20050158207 - Method and apparatus for control of chemical or biological warfare agents Metal oxide area decontamination apparatus (10) is provided which is designed for rapid, emergency situation decontamination of areas contaminated with potentially harmful or lethal chemical and/or biological warfare agents or other hazardous substances. The apparatus (10) preferably includes a pressurizable metallic container (12) equipped with a valve-type delivery nozzle assembly ... 07/07/05 - 20050147526 - Process for washing and disinfecting hands and fingers The present invention aims at providing a process and an apparatus for washing and disinfecting hands, fingers and arms for a shortened time. That is, the present invention provides a process for washing and disinfecting hands, fingers and arms, which process comprises contacting hands, fingers and arms with a disinfectant ... 07/07/05 - 20050147525 - Sanitized tubing termination method and assembly A catheter termination assembly includes a catheter connection of the type having a coupling stem at one end, a catheter connection nipple at the opposite end, an axial lumen extending between those ends, and a transverse enlargement between the stem and the nipple. The assembly also includes cup-like end cap, ... 07/07/05 - 20050147524 - Sterile tubing termination assembly A catheter termination assembly includes a catheter connection of the type having a coupling stem at one end, a catheter connection nipple at the opposite end, an axial lumen extending between those ends, and a transverse enlargement between the stem and the nipple. The assembly also includes cup-like end cap, ... 06/09/05 - 20050123438 - Method of preparing material The invention relates to a method of preparing material to be further subjected to a heat and/or compaction treatment. The method comprises the step of—introducing the material in a plastic recipient (20) having an inner layer and an outer layer. The inner layer has a melting point lower than the ... 06/02/05 - 20050118058 - Gentle preservative compositions for self-preserving solutions Compositions are described which are useful in preserving any topically applied solution. Compositions including one or more cationic polysaccharides in solution in an amount effective to preserve contact lenses are also described, as well as methods of making and using such solutions. ... ### FreshPatents.com Support |