18682251. TAMPER-EVIDENT CLOSURE WITH A SECURING STRAP HAVING CONTROLLED BREAKING simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)
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TAMPER-EVIDENT CLOSURE WITH A SECURING STRAP HAVING CONTROLLED BREAKING
Organization Name
3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
Inventor(s)
Alan R. Dombrowski of Woodbury MN (US)
Adam S. Troness of Dellwood MN (US)
Val Vossen of Minneapolis MN (US)
Dennard J. Powell of St. Paul MN (US)
TAMPER-EVIDENT CLOSURE WITH A SECURING STRAP HAVING CONTROLLED BREAKING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18682251 titled 'TAMPER-EVIDENT CLOSURE WITH A SECURING STRAP HAVING CONTROLLED BREAKING
Simplified Explanation: The disclosed tamper-evident closure is designed to enclose a medical access device, such as a vascular access device, in a way that makes it visibly apparent if the device becomes exposed. The closure cannot be resealed in a manner that hides the exposure of the device, ensuring tamper-evidence.
- The tamper-evident closure includes a securing strap with two portions that can be separated by breaking an area of weakness.
- The force required to break the area of weakness is less than the force needed to detach the securing strap from the closure parts.
- This design prevents resealing of the closure in a way that conceals any tampering with the medical access device.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Tamper-evident closure for medical access devices.
- Securing strap with breakable area of weakness.
- Prevents resealing after exposure of the device.
Potential Applications: The technology can be used in medical settings where tamper-evidence is crucial, such as hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
Problems Solved: The closure addresses the need for tamper-evidence in medical access devices to ensure the safety and integrity of the devices.
Benefits:
- Enhanced security for medical access devices.
- Visible indication of tampering.
- Prevents unauthorized access to medical devices.
Commercial Applications: The tamper-evident closure can be marketed to medical device manufacturers, healthcare facilities, and other industries where tamper-evidence is essential for product safety.
Prior Art: Further research can be conducted in the field of tamper-evident closures for medical devices to explore existing patents and technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in tamper-evident technologies for medical devices to ensure the latest security measures are implemented.
Questions about Tamper-Evident Closures: 1. How does the tamper-evident closure prevent resealing after exposure of the medical access device? 2. What are the potential implications of using tamper-evident closures in healthcare settings?
Original Abstract Submitted
The disclosed tamper-evident closure encloses a medical access device, such as a vascular access device, such that it will be visibly apparent if the medical access device contained in the tamper-evident closure becomes exposed. The tamper-evident closure cannot be reapplied over the medical access device in a way to look the same as it did prior to exposing the medical access device. The tamper-evident closures comprise a securing strap with a first securing strap portion secured to the first part of the tamper-evident closure, a second securing strap portion with a free end for securing to a second part of the tamper-evident closure, and an area of weakness separating the first securing strap portion from the second securing strap portion. The force to break the area of weakness is less than the force to separate the securing strap from the first part or second part.
