Owens & Minor has patented a sterilization wrap system with exterior and interior panels of varying translucence levels to identify breaches. The method involves inspecting for light passing through the panels to ensure effective sterilization. GlobalData’s report on Owens & Minor gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Sterilization wrap system with translucent panels for breach identification
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11969985B2) discloses a sterilization wrap system designed to enhance the identification of breaches in the wrapping material. The system comprises an exterior panel and an interior panel, both made of permeable nonwoven material with barrier properties. The interior panel has a higher level of translucence compared to the exterior panel, allowing for easy detection of any breaches. The interior panel includes bond points that define discrete locations with higher translucence, aiding in identifying potential issues in the sterilization process.
Furthermore, the patent details various configurations of the sterilization wrap system, including options for steam sterilization and ethylene oxide sterilization. The difference in translucence between the exterior and interior panels can range from 15 percent to over 250 percent, providing flexibility in detecting breaches. The system can be a single folded sheet or independent sheets of material, with options for different types of nonwoven materials like spunbond/meltblown/spunbond. Overall, the patented system aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of sterilization processes by offering a visual indicator for potential breaches in the wrapping material.
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