Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
073864510 | Receptacle type | 74 |
20080302192 | Apparatus and Method For Detecting an Analyte - An apparatus for detecting an analyte in a sample of material is disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame and a plurality of chambers. The frame may be manipulated to form at least a first flow path and a second flow path through the chambers. | 12-11-2008 |
20090038416 | System and method for biological sample collection and analyte detection - A system and method for acquiring biological and chemical samples for determination of the presence of analytes. In some embodiments a system may include a sample receptacle, sample director, sample manipulator, and at least one indicator. In some embodiments a sample receptacle may include a magnifying transparent portion that provides for visualization of the indicator. In some embodiments the director may be configured to conform to various parts of the human or other animal body from which samples are to be taken. | 02-12-2009 |
20090133513 | Capturing Air Samples for Forensic Investigation - In one embodiment, air is automatically sampled within a zone of interest in response to an event caused by a mammal. The release of material from the mammal may be induced by directing an increased velocity airflow at the mammal or by introducing a sneezing agent into the zone of interest and capturing the air sample after the mammal has sneezed. Materials contained within the sampled air may include organic material such as skin, hair, saliva, or mucus, and gases such as CO2 and methane. The materials may be forensically analyzed to confirm the presence or to determine the identity of the mammal. The organic materials may contain DNA, in which case the forensic analysis may include a DNA analysis to determine the identity of the mammal. | 05-28-2009 |
20090151479 | METHOD FOR MONITORING THE USE OF A CONSUMABLE IN A DISPOSABLE DESIGN IN ONE OR MORE ANALYZERS - A method for monitoring the use of a consumable in a disposable design in one or more analyzers which are each configured to analyze one or more liquids, in particular body fluids, is provided where the method comprises the following steps: providing a disposable consumable in a first analyzer; using the disposable consumable as intended during operation of the first analyzer; collecting usage relevant information for the disposable consumable which concern the intended use of the disposable consumable during operation of the first analyzer; storing usage-relevant data which are derived from the usage-relevant information in a memory unit assigned to the disposable consumable; removing the disposable consumable from the first analyzer; again providing the disposable consumable in the first analyzer or in a second analyzer, at least partially reading the usage-relevant data from the memory unit in the first or the second analyzer; evaluating the usage-relevant data that have been read out by a control device; and deriving control signals concerning the permissibility and/or type of a further intended use of the disposable consumable during operation of the first or of the second analyzer as a reaction to the evaluation of the usage-relevant data that have been read out. | 06-18-2009 |
20100101340 | Sample collecting device - A sample collecting device is provided. The sample collecting device comprises an enclosure for enclosing a collected sample therein. A connecting mechanism movable connects a sample collecting head for collecting the sample to the enclosure. The connecting mechanism holds the sample collecting head in a sampling position outside the enclosure and holds the sample collecting head in a storage position inside the enclosure. In an embodiment the sample collecting device comprises a sample access port disposed in a wall of the enclosure for enabling access to the collected sample and the enclosure is shaped such that a plurality of sample collecting devices form one of a one-dimensional and a two-dimensional array suitable for use with an automated processing machine. The sample collecting device further comprises an identifier for providing identification data to the automated processing machine. | 04-29-2010 |
20100122589 | METHOD AND REAGENT TUBE FOR REDUCING REAGENT USAGE - The present invention provides a method for reducing reagent usage, comprising the steps of providing a retainer, at least one group of loopholes being provided on the sidewalls of said retainer; providing a colorimetric glass, adapted to be inserted into said retainer, for receiving the first reagent to be observed through said loopholes; providing a cap, for capping the colorimetric glass and the retainer into a whole, after the colorimetric glass being inserted into the retainer. The present invention mainly uses a reagent tube with a retainer having a new structure, a colorimetric glass and a cap, storing the first reagent only in the colorimetric glass, and the volume of the colorimetric glass is far less than that of the current reagent tube, thus the usage of the reagents can be reduced effectively. After comparison with experiments, in the method, the usage of the first reagent or second reagent is reduced separately by in amount of 70% to 90% or by in amount of 60% to 75%, and thus reducing the detecting cost effectively and economic burden to the detector. | 05-20-2010 |
20100288059 | SPECIMEN CONTAINER, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - This invention relates to the collection and handling of biological or chemical specimens. The invention provides a device and a method for collecting and preparing patient samples, such as sputum, to be used in downstream diagnostics tests. The invention reduces the handling and exposure of healthcare workers to the sample by the use of a bag in which hermetic seals are utilized to separate sample aliquots. | 11-18-2010 |
20110146420 | CONTAINER FOR SPECIMEN - A container for specimen of the present invention comprises: a container body one end of which is open and which can hold a liquid for dispersing or preserving a specimen and can be mounted in a general-purpose apparatus for physical and chemical analysis; a specimen-picking rod; a cover member which connects with the specimen-picking rod; and an intermediary unit. The both ends of the intermediary unit are open, and the intermediary unit includes a penetration wall in the middle portion of the intermediary unit. The one open end of the intermediary unit can be removably fit to the open end of the container body, and the other open end of the intermediary unit can be removably fit to the cover member. The penetration wall separates a space in the intermediary unit into two divisions on the upper and lower sides in the state of the specimen-picking rod penetrating through a through hole that is formed in the penetration wall. A predetermined specimen can be collected by the specimen-picking rod and the collected specimen which is contained by the container body can be dispersed. | 06-23-2011 |
20110192239 | DEVICES FOR COLLECTION AND STABILIZATION OF BIOMARKERS IN LIQUID SAMPLES - Device for collection and stabilization of biomarkers in liquid samples. In at least one embodiment of a fluid collection device, the device comprises a housing having a top end, a bottom end, and a tubular compartment therethrough, a swab connected to bottom end of the housing and in fluid communication with the tubular compartment, the swab designed to collect a body fluid, and a stabilizing agent contained within the fluid collection device, the stabilizing agent capable of completely or substantially preventing the degradation or inactivation of a diagnostic agent in a bodily fluid upon receipt of the bodily fluid into the fluid collection device. Optionally, the stabilizing agent may be coupled to the swab, and/or contained within the tubular compartment of the housing. | 08-11-2011 |
20110197687 | Device for Fluid Sampling - The disclosure is directed to a device for fluid sampling. The device may have two panels that are or may be adhered, attached or otherwise connected to opposite sides of a sampling bag having flexible walls. The panels may be used for conveniently inflating or deflating the sampling bag and obtaining fluid samples. | 08-18-2011 |
20120055270 | Device for collecting samples from a powder stream - The invention relates to a device for collecting samples from a powder stream guided in a powder line ( | 03-08-2012 |
20130000422 | COLLECTION UNIT - A collection unit ( | 01-03-2013 |
20130098173 | DEVICE FOR MEASURING PARAMETERS OR FOR TAKING SAMPLES IN MOLTEN IRON OR STEEL - A device is provided for measuring parameters or for taking samples in molten iron or steel and for taking samples of slag resting on the melt. The device includes a carrier tube having an immersion end, a lateral circumferential surface, and a measuring head arranged on the immersion end. At least one sensor or inlet opening for a sample chamber present inside the device is arranged at the immersion end of the measuring head. The lateral circumferential surface of the carrier tube or measuring head has an inlet opening extending through an inlet channel to merge in a pre-chamber arranged inside the carrier tube or measuring head. The pre-chamber has, at its end facing away from the immersion end, an entry opening that merges into a slag sample chamber on the side of the pre-chamber facing away from the immersion end. | 04-25-2013 |
20130112016 | CONTAINER AND CAP FOR A BIOLOGICAL SPECIMEN - A container for collecting a biological specimen is provided that includes a peripheral wall extending from a base. The container further includes a longitudinal tower disposed within the container. The tower forms a partition within the container to form at least a first chamber and a second chamber therein, wherein the first and second chambers are in fluid communication with one another. In addition, the container include an insert disposed within the container opposite the base, the insert comprising at least a first opening and a second opening. The second opening provides access to the second chamber and is further configured to engage a specimen collecting device to leave a portion of the specimen collecting device within the second chamber. The first opening provides access to the first chamber and is further configured to receive a syringe therein for accessing the biological specimen. Associated systems and methods are also provided. | 05-09-2013 |
20130118274 | WATER ANALYSIS SENSOR CARTRIDGE WITH TRANSPORT CONTAINER - A transport container system for a water analysis sensor cartridge includes a water analysis sensor cartridge configured to be interchangeable. The water analysis sensor cartridge comprises at least two different sensor membranes. A transport container cup comprises, for each of the at least two different sensor membranes, a separate moist chamber. Each separate moist chamber comprises one chamber opening and a specific humectant for each of the at least two different sensor membranes. | 05-16-2013 |
20130312547 | ONLINE SAMPLING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ONLINE SAMPLING - An apparatus and a method for online sampling from a product flow, where the sampling is performed continuously by introducing a cup, provided with an opening, directly into a product flow where the flowing product is collected in the cup for determining one or more physical conditions, for example, weight in relation to volume, moisture, size and/or color. The apparatus has at least a slidable cup and a device for sliding the cup. The apparatus also has a filter element and a device by which the filter element is brought into position in relation to an opening in the cup, an aerator for aeration of the sample taken in the cup, and at least a set of sensors for determining the presence of contents and/or physical conditions of the contents in the cup. | 11-28-2013 |
20140013866 | ERGONOMIC MICROBIAL AIR SAMPLER - A gas sampler device has a top plate with a concaved outer wall. The concaved outer wall allows users easily to lift the top plate off of the bottom plate without disturbing the bottom plate because the curved surface permits more positive contact between the outer wall and users' fingers. Moreover, the weight of the top plate is reduced by approximately twenty percent compared to conventional top plates, a feature that also makes it easier for users to lift the top plate off of the bottom plate. | 01-16-2014 |
20140165746 | Scent Collection and Retention - A scent storage element is described. The scent storage element includes: a scent-retaining portion formed by at least one sealed section along an edge of the scent storage element; a re-sealable feature along an edge of the scent-retaining portion; and a tamper-proof element adapted to provide an indication as to whether the re-sealable feature has been opened after the tamper-proof element has been secured. A scent collection and storage kit includes: a case; a scent storage element; a scent retention element adapted to fit within the scent storage element; and usage instructions. A scent collection kit includes: a scent retention element; and a scent storage element adapted to house the scent retention element. | 06-19-2014 |
20140208874 | Automated Fragment Collection Apparatus - An apparatus for collecting fragments from a substrate subjected to an exploded munition, including a predetection element for removing large fragments from a sheet of the substrate; a detection and removal element for locating fragments embedded within the sheet and for removing located fragments from the sheet; and a capture element for capturing removed fragments. | 07-31-2014 |
20140318280 | Device for Fluid Sampling - The disclosure is directed to a device for fluid sampling. The device may have two panels that are or may be adhered, attached or otherwise connected to opposite sides of a sampling bag having flexible walls. The panels may be used for conveniently inflating or deflating the sampling bag and obtaining fluid samples. | 10-30-2014 |
20150007671 | FORENSIC COLLECTION DEVICE - The present invention discloses a device as well as a collection element (1) for collecting a chemical and/or biological sample directly from a surface exposing said sample material. Furthermore, a method for collecting a chemical and/or biological sample directly from a surface exposing said sample material and a kit thereof is subject-matter of the present invention. | 01-08-2015 |
20150013477 | COMPOSITION FOR COATING OF A SURFACE, AND A COATING - The composition for coating of a surface intended to be exposed to a metal melt is disclosed. The composition essentially consists of:
| 01-15-2015 |
20150013478 | SAMPLING DEVICE FOR THERMAL ANALYSIS - A sampling device comprises a container having an essential cylindrical part and a bottom part. The container further comprises an inner wall member and an outer wall member. The inner wall member and the outer wall member are essentially coaxially arranged in the cylindrical part of the container and joined at the top part of the container, and the inner and outer wall members define a closed insulating space between the outer surface of the inner wall member and the inner surface of the outer wall member. The sampling device further comprises temperature responsive means adapted to extend into the sample quantity during thermal analysis. Spacer means is arranged in the insulating space in the bottom part of the container and/or in the cylindrical part of the container in the vicinity of the bottom part. | 01-15-2015 |
20160003713 | Single-Platform Integrated Aquatic Species and Habitat Sampling System - Low or no disturbance sampling can be accomplished such as through a single-platform aquatic species and habitat sampling system with data integration and rapid processing capabilities that can address the need for sampling at variable depths over varied habitats, along with the simultaneous collection of linked physical and biological data. The platform may be based on a 24-36 foot boat, and may include a net mouth opener brace for an adjustable concentrator net and smaller drift net which may be attached to an adjustable sample chamber, perhaps containing variable mesh capture nets as well as cameras, water sampling equipment, and water quality sensors integrated with a fish finder, GPS, and other monitoring and data recording equipment. The depth of the net mouth opener brace and sample chamber may be adjustable using a depth control. | 01-07-2016 |
20160146713 | CONTAINER FIXING HOLDER OF TIME-SERIES SEDIMENT TRAPPING DEVICE - Disclosed is a container fixing holder of a time-series sediment trapping device. With respect to the container fixing holder of the time-series sediment trapping device, the time-series sediment trapping device includes a funnel; a frame disposed to support and surround the funnel, a frame having at least one rod vertically disposed and a fixing plate coupled to the at least one rod forming the frame on a horizontal plane defined by a lower portion of the funnel, wherein a rotation plate, to which a plurality of time-series sediment trapping containers to trap the time-series sediment collected through the funnel are fixedly attached, is formed under the fixing plate. The container fixing holder includes a circular holder for fixing the plurality of time-series sediment trapping containers fixedly attached to the rotation plate without shaking. | 05-26-2016 |
20160202277 | SAMPLE PREPARATION WORKSTATION | 07-14-2016 |
073864530 | Mold | 3 |
20100122590 | DEVICE FOR SAMPLING METAL MELTS - A device is provided for sampling metal melts, in particular molten iron and molten cast iron, with a sample chamber having an inlet opening and tellurium arranged in the sample chamber. The sample chamber contains 0.01 to 0.05 g/cm | 05-20-2010 |
20150007672 | GUIDING DEVICE FOR GUIDING A DESPENSER TO DRAW SOLUTION FROM AT LEAST ONE WELL ON A MICROPLATE - The present invention discloses a guiding device for guiding a dispenser to draw solution from at least one well on a microplate. The guiding device includes a column body whereon a first opening and a second opening are formed on opposite sides, and a slotting structure passing through the column body and communicating with the first opening and the second opening. A pipe of the dispenser passes through the first opening, the slotting structure and the second opening to reach inside the at least one well on the microplate for drawing the solution contained in the at least one well. | 01-08-2015 |
073864580 | With sample conditioner | 1 |
20130025379 | GLASS SAMPLING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USING SAME TO OBTAIN A GLASS SAMPLE FROM A GLASS MELTING VESSEL - A glass sampling apparatus and a method for using the glass sampling apparatus to obtain a glass sample from molten glass within a glass melting vessel are described herein. In one embodiment, the glass sampling apparatus includes: (a) a sampling tube having a first end and a second end, where the second end is used to obtain the glass sample from the molten glass in the glass melting vessel; (b) a first valve; (c) a vacuum device; and (d) a tube network that couples the first end of the sampling tube to both the first valve and the vacuum device. | 01-31-2013 |
073864610 | Fluid displacement | 3 |
20090038417 | FLUID INJECTION PORT - Fluid injection port. An elastomeric injection nipple is supported within a compression fitting and the injection nipple includes a slit. A first via is provided that connects the slit in the nipple to a flow channel leading into a fluid reservoir. A venting channel is provided in fluid communication with the fluid reservoir and also in fluid communication with a second via. When a pipette is inserted into the slit in the injection nipple, the nipple deforms allowing the second via to be in fluid communication with space on either side of the pipette tip whereby air can be discharged. | 02-12-2009 |
20090114043 | Liquid Processing Device Including Gas Trap, and System and Method - A device is provided that can include at least one gas trap that can be arranged in fluid communication with a sample-containment feature formed in or on the device. The gas trap can be arranged to trap gas or air displaced from the sample-containment feature as the sample-containment feature is loaded with a liquid. The trapped gas in the gas trap can assist in breaking-up and expelling the liquid from the sample-containment feature during a subsequent liquid transfer operation, for example, to an adjacent sample-containment feature. Systems for processing such a device and methods using such a device are also provided. | 05-07-2009 |
20150346067 | Flow Timer for a Sampling Apparatus - Sampling systems provide apparatuses for obtaining and assessing the composition of a fluid, typically air. Sampling systems allow industrial hygienists to assess the risks and determine the protective equipment that should be worn by personnel entering a specific environment. In one embodiment, a sampling system comprises a sampling container that draws air into its inner volume and the sampling periods are controlled by an automatic timer valve. The automatic timer valve may comprise a rotating disk or plate that provides fluid communication from the area to be sampled to the inner volume of the sample bag when apertures are aligned with inlet tube. | 12-03-2015 |
073864620 | Expansible chamber | 2 |
20100077875 | MICROFLUIDIC ELASTIC MICRO-ALIQUOTTER - Disclosed is a microfluidic device comprising at least one micro-aliquotter for dispensing fixed or variable volumes. The micro-aliquotter includes an rigid, dimensionally stable foundational layer having a fluid port therein that is in fluid communication with a channel within the microfluidic device, and an elastic film positioned on the foundational layer where the film covers the fluid port. The elastic film is sealed to the foundational layer so fluids entering through the fluid port can be captured between the elastic film and the foundational layer. The elastic film being expandable from a rest position on the foundational layer to a dispensing, or aliquotting, position in which an aliquot volume of a fluid is contained between the film and the foundational layer. | 04-01-2010 |
20120204660 | Syringe for Use with a Dosing Device - A syringe for use with a dosing device with a receiver for a syringe cylinder and an axially displaceable plunger receiver for a syringe plunger with
| 08-16-2012 |
073864630 | With valve or closure | 40 |
20080196516 | Liquid Sampling Apparatus - A sampling apparatus for taking a liquid sample includes an inlet, a sample housing defining a sampling chamber for the liquid sample, and a sampling tube through which, in use, a flow of liquid to be sampled flows from the inlet into the sampling chamber. The sampling tube extends a predetermined distance within the sampling chamber, and defines a fluid pathway between the inlet and the sampling chamber. | 08-21-2008 |
20080236304 | Sampling Chamber for a Single Phase Fluid Sampling Apparatus - An apparatus ( | 10-02-2008 |
20090019956 | Closures Which Contain Reservoirs and Allow Acoustic Ejection - In an aspect of this invention, a closure for a well plate is provided which has a reservoir. The closure has openings through which acoustic ejection of fluid droplets can take place without removing the closure. The reservoirs in the closure may help to maintain acceptable levels of solvent in the wells of the well plate despite the evaporation which may occur during the course of ejection. | 01-22-2009 |
20090100944 | Fluid Displacement Tissue Container for Molecular and Histology Diagnostics - A container for storing a biological sample for molecular diagnostic testing and/or histological testing is provided. The container includes a first chamber for receiving a sample holder therein, a second chamber, and a closure for enclosing the container. A transitional barrier, such as a valve, is in fluid communication between the two chambers. The transitional barrier is transitional between a first position in which the first chamber is in fluid isolation from the second chamber, and a second position in which fluid can pass from at least one of the first and second chambers to the other of the first and second chambers. | 04-23-2009 |
20090288503 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TAKING LIQUID SAMPLES - An application for a liquid sampling device includes an elongated shaft with a handle at a first end of the elongated shaft and a sample container removably affixed to a distal end. A trigger is pivotally affixed to the handle and a flapper is pivotally affixed to the elongated shaft. The flapper is urged towards an opening in the sample bottle, thereby covering the opening in the sample container in a default position and the trigger is linked to the flapper, wherein operation of the trigger results in opening of the flapper. | 11-26-2009 |
20090293649 | Leak-free check valve bailer with flow-controlling release nozzle - The invention relates to a bailer that includes a leak-free, novel check valve assembly and a complemental flow-controlling release nozzle. The check valve is guided and confined to the valve housing and is configured with a contour rubber O-ring so that an airtight seal can be achieved when valve is closed. The release nozzle is designed to gradually open and close the check valve. Users thus are able to achieve desired sample outflows by turning the release nozzle just as using a faucet. | 12-03-2009 |
20090301233 | METHOD FOR ACTUATING A PRESSURE DELIVERY SYSTEM OF A FLUID SAMPLER - An apparatus for actuating a pressure delivery system of a fluid sampler. The apparatus includes a housing ( | 12-10-2009 |
20090308184 | Co-Molded Pierceable Stopper and Method for Making the Same - A closure and method of making a closure are disclosed. The closure includes a cap body having a top portion and an opening extending therethrough defining a cavity in communication with said opening. A flow channel is defined within a portion of the cap body having an inlet and an outlet. A stopper is disposed within the cavity adjacent the outlet of the flow channel. The stopper is formed from a material adapted for flowing through the flow channel to form a pierceable portion, with at least one of the cap body and the stopper configured for closing a container. | 12-17-2009 |
20100162833 | Liquid Sample Station - A sample station and method of using the station, which contains a removable receptacle for collecting fluid samples from tanks, pipelines or other receptacles. The removable receptacle has a valve at the bottom for easy emptying and cleaning. The sample station is vented so the sample receptacle can not be pressurized, and is meant to be piped to the container which holds the fluid to be sampled, so the sample can be collected without risk of splashing, and without risk of spilling. | 07-01-2010 |
20100206097 | SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING A FLUID SAMPLE FROM A TRANSIENT LINE OF FLUID - A closed loop system for obtaining a sample of a fluid from a source of fluid is disclosed, the system including a collection vessel having a fluid chamber disposed therein. A valve assembly is disposed within the collection vessel and adapted to selectively open and close a fluid communication path between the fluid chamber and an associated fluid receptacle. An inlet provides a fluid communication path between the source of fluid and the fluid chamber, and an outlet provides a fluid communication path between the fluid chamber and a fluid recovery system. | 08-19-2010 |
20100229661 | Pressurized gas sampling container - A gas sampling container capable of obtaining, isolating and transporting samples of gas or other fluid under pressure form. The container further exhibits a plurality of simple, reliable, inexpensive, self sealing, valves which allow the introduction, flow through and exit of the gas sample. The container is suitable for taking discrete or serial samples from a gas or fluid flow source and is especially suited for use in automated sampling apparatus. These containers are acceptable for shipment of compressed flammable gases under the regulatory structures of many countries. | 09-16-2010 |
20100282004 | DISSOLUTION ACTUATED SAMPLE CONTAINER - A sample collection vial and process of using a vial is provided. The sample collection vial has an opening secured by a dissolvable plug. When dissolved, liquids may enter into the interior of the collection vial passing along one or more edges of a dissolvable blocking member. As the blocking member is dissolved, a spring actuated closure is directed towards the opening of the vial which, when engaged, secures the vial contents against loss or contamination. | 11-11-2010 |
20100288060 | Device for sampling a specimen container - A sampling device for a specimen container having a closure sealing the interior of the specimen container from the environment includes a needle, a body coupled to the needle and defining a chamber in fluid communication with the needle, the body further comprising a port forming an opening in the body, the port in fluid communication with the chamber. A multitude of the sampling devices may be stored in a cassette. The sampling devices may include a second chamber for separation and concentration of a microbial agent present in a sample. In this configuration second chamber is connected to the first chamber via a valve or the like. | 11-18-2010 |
20110079095 | Sampling Device - A device for sampling cultures such as microorganisms or cells via a connection ( | 04-07-2011 |
20110094319 | Needle-free, safety biological sample collection system - A collection container for biological samples is described. In one embodiment, the collection container includes a receptacle and a lid with a sampling port. The sampling port is coupled to an aspiration tube and allows access to the contents of the receptacle. A needle-free fitting allows a mating device to be coupled to the sampling port. A valve automatically closes to prevent the sample from escaping through the sampling port when a mating device is not coupled. | 04-28-2011 |
20110239793 | EXTRACTION METHOD, EXTRACTION VESSEL FOR USE WITH THE SAME, EXTRACTION KIT AND VALVE EXPANSION MEMBER - A method is provided which is capable of efficiently taking most of a precious sample into an extraction vessel without wasting when the sample is extracted from a collection section of a sampling rod. The method includes the steps of collecting a sample using a sampling rod formed of a rod body and a collection section attached to the rod body, inserting the sampling rod into the extraction vessel, placing the rod body in a gap formed in a grappling hook section which is disposed in an insertion path of the sampling rod, the gap having a width smaller than a diameter of the collection section and being capable of receiving the rod body, withdrawing the rod body with the rod body being placed in the gap and detaching the collection section from the rod body by hooking the collection section to the grappling hook section. | 10-06-2011 |
20110252898 | SAMPLING DEVICE - A sampling device allows samples to be taken from a fluid that is pressurized and/or contains volatile components. The sampling device has a sampling housing ( | 10-20-2011 |
20120055271 | Needleless Sampling Port - A sampling port includes a housing and a valve assembly. The housing includes an internal passage through which fluids flow and defines a port in fluid communication with the internal passage. The valve assembly is mountable adjacent the port of the housing and includes a bezel having a channel extending therethrough and a bladder mounted adjacent the bezel. The bladder includes a bladder base and a bladder stem depending from the bladder base which is at least partially received within the channel of the bezel. The bladder stem is movable within the channel of the bezel between a first position substantially preventing fluid flow through the valve assembly and a second position in which a fluid path is established through the valve assembly and in fluid communication with the internal passage of the housing. | 03-08-2012 |
20120096958 | WATER SAMPLING DEVICE - A water sampling device includes a mounting frame including two end plates disposed parallel to one another on a shaft. A multiple magazine is configured as a rotatable drum magazine that is horizontally disposed between the two end plates of the mounting frame. The multiple magazine includes a plurality of sample containers. Each of the sample containers has a first face and a second face. The first face includes a first axially arranged conical opening and a first positive locking cone forming an inlet valve. The second face includes a. second axially arranged conical opening and a second positive locking cone forming an outlet valve. Each of the positive locking ,cones is configured to shift axially relative to the respective conical opening so as to operate the respective inlet or outlet valve and so as to form a symmetrical annular gap in an open position of the respective valve. | 04-26-2012 |
20120234114 | SAMPLING CONTAINER FOR COLLECTION OF FLUIDS - A method and apparatus for the collection, transportation and analysis of gas samples which may be required in various scientific, environmental and natural resource contexts is provided. The apparatus comprises a sampling container assembly for sampling a fluid. The container assembly comprises a body defining a sampling chamber having a first end and a second end, a first valve assembly fluidly coupled with the first end and a reactant material positioned within the sampling chamber for reacting with the fluid. After collection of the sample in the sampling container assembly, hazardous fluids are converted to non-hazardous materials that can be transported without additional hazardous material restraints. Further, the flow through design of the sampling container assembly allows for the collection of gases such as H | 09-20-2012 |
20120291568 | FLUID SAMPLING ASSEMBLY - Sampling arrangement adapted for extracting a fluid sample from a fluid flowing in a flow path ( | 11-22-2012 |
20130133442 | SAMPLE COLLECTION APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A sample collection apparatus for use with a collection trap is provided. The apparatus includes a handle and a sample collection assembly coupled to the handle. The sample collection assembly includes a cradle and a cover. The cradle is coupled to the handle at a first end portion of the cradle. The cradle includes an opening defined therethrough by vertical side walls extending between an upper surface of the cradle and a lower surface of the cradle. The cover includes a projection member and a block. The cover is coupled to a second end portion of the cradle. The projection member includes the block configured to be at least partially inserted through the cradle opening. | 05-30-2013 |
20130305845 | Water sampling mechanism - A water sampling assembly which utilizes a clear container. The clear container is connected to a generally circular lip portion via a shoulder portion. The lip portion has an open distal edge and being threaded on an exterior surface. The diameter of the main body is than the diameter of the lip portion. Contained with the main body is a spherical stopper mechanism which rises as water enters the main body until such time that the spherical stopper seals the shoulder/lip portion so that further water is discouraged from entering the main body of the clear container. Ideally a cap mechanism is provided that is securable to the lip portion via threads so that the entire assembly, with the collected water sample, is easily transported and stored. | 11-21-2013 |
20140060215 | Automated Aseptic Sampling Workstations and Sample Collection Devices Therefore - A sample collection device is provided. The collection device includes an input conduit, a plurality of automated sample collection bags, a waste collection bag, and a valve block. The input conduit is connectable to a fluid processing line. The automated sample collection bags each have a sample volume and the waste collection bag has a waste volume. The valve block a plurality of three-way valves and an output, where the plurality of three-way valves correspond in number to the plurality of automated sample collection bags, each of the three-way valves placing the input conduit in fluid communication with a different one of the plurality of sample collection bags. The output is in fluid communication with the waste collection bag. The collection device has a ratio of the waste volume to the sample volume of not more than 15:1. | 03-06-2014 |
20140069213 | Needle-free, safety biological sample collection system - A collection container for biological samples is described. In one embodiment, the collection container includes a receptacle and a lid with a sampling port. The sampling port is coupled to an aspiration tube and allows access to the contents of the receptacle. A needle-free fitting allows a mating device to be coupled to the sampling port. A valve automatically closes to prevent the sample from escaping through the sampling port when a mating device is not coupled. | 03-13-2014 |
20140123777 | AUTOMATIC SAMPLING SYSTEM FOR SAMPLING FROM ENCLOSED CONTAINERS - A sample can be collected from an enclosed container by opening a sample collection valve and drawing the sample from the enclosed container. After delivery of the sample out of a fluid flow path, a sanitizing fluid can be directed along the fluid flow path to sanitize the fluid flow path. | 05-08-2014 |
20140238156 | DRAINABLE SIGHT GLASS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Embodiments of the invention are directed to methods of use and a (trainable sight glass assembly for use with a sump pump having a pump housing and being adapted to view the condition of oil disposed, within the pump housing. In some embodiments, the drainable sight glass assembly can comprise a sight glass housing having an upper disk layer with a first diameter and a first threaded receptacle formed therein disposed on a top side of the sight glass housing, a lower disk portion with a second diameter and a second threaded receptacle formed therein and disposed on a bottom side of the sight glass housing, and a substantially transparent wall portion connecting upper disk layer to the lower disk portion so that the sight glass has a hollow, substantially frustoconically shaped interior when oil is not in the sight glass housing. | 08-28-2014 |
20140245843 | Device for Sampling Dust or Solid Particles in Particular for the Detection of Explosives - It comprises a handle ( | 09-04-2014 |
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073864640 | Side opening | 3 |
20110000322 | Sampling tools for powder - The present invention provides a powder sampling device having a rod and a member mounted on the rod. The rod has a first set of cavities, the first set of cavities having first cavity and a second cavity, the first cavity being positioned at generally the same axial location as the second cavity, the first cavity being circumferentially spaced from the second cavity such that the first cavity occupies a first radial position of the rod and the second cavity occupies a second radial position of the rod and the first radial position is different from the second radial position. The member is mounted to the rod and is moveable from an open position to collect a powder sample within the first cavity and the second cavity to a closed position to retain the powder sample in the first cavity and the second cavity. | 01-06-2011 |
20110219891 | Container For Fluid Sampling With Flexible Metal Alloy Walls - The present invention is directed to containers for fluids. The containers may comprise a flexible wall, wherein the flexible wall comprises a metal alloy. The metal alloy may be any metal alloy that may be formed into a sheet including, but not limited to, some stainless steel alloys such as SST 304, SST 309, SST 316, SST 316L, SST 321, low carbon stainless steels and nickel-titanium alloys known as Nitinol. | 09-15-2011 |
20160018295 | SAMPLING DEVICE - A device comprising a sampling container comprising a hollow elongated structure formed by at least one sidewall, a first end being open to receive an instrument, and a second end being open to provide a fluid passageway for fluid from a reservoir to enter into or drain from the fluid passageway when the first end of the sampling container is inserted into the fluid in the reservoir, the first end and the second end being disposed at opposite ends of the hollow elongated structure, a sidearm attached to the at least one sidewall, the sidearm comprising a joint, and a valve disposed at the joint. | 01-21-2016 |
073864650 | Contact actuated | 3 |
20080250879 | LIQUID CORE SAMPLING DEVICE AND FLOAT - An improved liquid sampling device provides a buoyant handle which reduces the likelihood that the device will fall into a body of liquid and provides greater operator control of the device. The handle and a loop facilitate removal of the sampling device from a liquid if it has fallen therein. | 10-16-2008 |
20100071485 | SYSTEM FOR SAMPLING SLUDGE - A device and method for sampling a fluid, especially a fluid of varying densities, are provided. The device includes a retention tube configured to receive a sample of the fluid, and can include a support jacket to support the retention tube. A control member is positioned within the retention tube with a plug attached to the distal end. The plug is movable away from the opening to facilitate laminar flow of the fluid into the retention tube. The plug can sealably engage the retention tube by affixing a portion of the control member. The device can be jolted to cause the control member to stretch, which disengages the plug temporarily, thereby releasing a lab sample portion from the retention tube. The rest of the sample of fluid can be released by completely releasing the plug from sealing contact. | 03-25-2010 |
20140144255 | COMPOUND SAMPLE EXTRACTION APPARATUS - Disclosed is a complex sampling apparatus. The complex sampling apparatus includes a main sampling unit having a predetermined weight to be sunk to sea floor and inserted into the sea floor in order to collect a sample including a sediment; one or a plurality of sub-sampling unit disposed at a side of the main sampling unit to detect that the sub-sampling unit arrives on the sea floor and to scrape a predetermined amount of the sample from a surface of the sea floor; and an image acquiring unit installed to the main sampling unit to acquire an image of the sea floor. | 05-29-2014 |