Urine collection container assemblies and related systems and methods

Abstract

Examples relate to a urine collection container assembly. A urine collection container assembly includes a canister having an interior region, a lid, and a gasket. The lid is secured or fixable to the canister and includes a plurality of ports configured to be removably secured to one or more conduits to provide fluid communication with an interior region of the canister. A gasket is overmolded to the lid and positioned to engage a portion of the can to form a seal when the lid is secured to the can.

Description

Background Art

[0001] Individuals may have limited or impaired mobility, making the typical urination process challenging or impossible. For example, an individual may have surgery or a disability that impairs mobility. In another example, an individual may have restricted travel conditions, such as those experienced by pilots, drivers, and workers in hazardous areas. Additionally, it may be necessary to collect fluid from an individual for monitoring purposes or clinical testing.

[0002] Bedpans and urinary catheters (e.g., Foley catheters) can be used to address some of these situations. However, bedpans and urinary catheters have several issues associated with them. For example, bedpans can be prone to discomfort, overflow, and other hygiene issues. Urinary catheters can be uncomfortable, painful, and can lead to urinary tract infections. Conventional urine collection devices can also be limited in use when the patient is confined to a bed in a supine position.

[0003] Accordingly, users and manufacturers of fluid collection devices continue to seek new and improved devices, systems, and methods for collecting urine. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Embodiments disclosed herein relate to urine collection container assemblies. In one embodiment, the urine collection container assembly includes a can having an interior region, a lid, and a gasket. The lid is fixed or securable to the can and includes a vacuum port and a urine port. The vacuum port is configured to be removably fixed to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and the interior region of the can, and the urine port is configured to be removably fixed to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the can. The gasket is overmolded onto the lid and is positioned to engage a portion of the can when the lid is fixed to the can to form a seal.

[0005] In one embodiment, a method of forming a lid for a urine collection container assembly is described. The method includes injection molding a lid having a rim, a vacuum port, and a urine port from a first material, the vacuum port being configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and an interior region of the canister, and the urine port being configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the canister. The method also includes overmolding a gasket onto at least a portion of the rim of the lid from a second material, the second material being different from the first material.

[0006] In one embodiment, a urine collection container assembly is described. The urine collection container assembly includes a canister and a lid. The canister has an outer surface, an interior region, an upper region having an upper edge, and a locking rib on the outer surface of the canister at least proximate the upper region of the canister. The lid is fixed or securable to the canister and includes a vacuum port, a urine port, and at least one clamp. The vacuum port is configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and the interior region of the canister, the urine port is configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the canister, and the at least one clamp has an inwardly directed protrusion that is configured to selectively engage at least a portion of the locking rib to secure the lid to the canister.

[0007] In one embodiment, a urine collection system is described. The urine collection system includes any of the urine collection container assemblies described herein, a urine collection device, a pump, a first conduit secured to a vacuum port and in fluid communication with the pump and an interior area of ​​a canister, and a second conduit secured to a urine port and in fluid communication with the urine collection device and an interior area of ​​the canister.

[0008] Features from any one of the disclosed embodiments may be used in combination with one another without limitation. In addition, other features and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art by considering the following detailed description and accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] The drawings illustrate several embodiments of the present disclosure, wherein like reference numerals represent the same or similar elements or features throughout the different views or embodiments shown in the drawings.

[0010] Figure 1A is a block diagram of a portable urine collection system according to an embodiment.

[0011] Figure 1B is a side view of a urine collection system in a urine collection configuration according to an embodiment.

[0012] Figure 1C to Figure 1D is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0013] Figures 1E to 1F is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0014] Figure 1G to Figure 1H is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0015] Figures 1I to 1J is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0016] Figures 1K to 1L is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0017] Figures 1M to 1O is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0018] Figure 1P yes Figure 1C to Figure 1D A partial cross-sectional view of the upper edge of the canister and lid of a urine collection container assembly.

[0019] Figures 2A to 2B is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0020] Figures 2C to 2D is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0021] Figures 2E to 2F is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0022] Figures 2G to 2H is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0023] Figures 2I to 2J is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0024] Figures 3A to 3B is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0025] Figures 3C to 3D is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0026] Figures 3E to 3F is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0027] Figures 3G to 3H is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0028] Figure 4A is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0029] Figure 4B yes Figure 4A A cross-sectional view of the clamping area of ​​a urine collection container assembly.

[0030] Figure 4C yes Figure 4A A cross-sectional view of the spout area of ​​a urine collection container assembly.

[0031] Figures 4D to 4G is a view of a clamping area of ​​a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0032] Figure 5 is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0033] Figure 6A is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0034] Figure 6B yes Figure 6A Exploded view of the urine collection container assembly.

[0035] Figure 7A is an isometric side view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0036] Figures 7B to 7D yes Figure 7A A partial cross-sectional view of a urine collection container assembly.

[0037] Figure 8A is an isometric view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0038] Figure 8B yes Figure 8A A partial cross-sectional view of a urine collection container assembly.

[0039] Figures 8C to 8H yes Figure 8A View of the urine collection assembly.

[0040] Figure 9A is an exploded view of a urine collection container assembly according to an embodiment.

[0041] Figure 9B yes Figure 9A Side isometric view of a urine collection container assembly.

[0042] Figures 9C to 9D yes Figure 9B A partial side view of a urine collection container assembly. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0043] Embodiments disclosed herein relate to urine collection container assemblies, and related systems and methods for use therewith. The devices and systems disclosed herein are configured to collect fluid from an individual. The fluid collected in the fluid collection container assembly may include at least one of urine, vaginal discharge, penile discharge, reproductive fluid, blood, sweat, or other bodily fluids.

[0044] At least one, some, or all embodiments of the urine collection container systems described herein are configured to provide a technical benefit that allows for easier and more hygienic transport and emptying of urine from the urine collection container assembly. Conventional urine collection container assemblies typically include a pull-open and press-fit lid that is difficult to seal for use and then open for removal. Some embodiments described herein include one or more handles on the can, a spout on the can, and / or one or more clamps to secure the lid to the can. Some embodiments include a rubber or silicone gasket or seal that compresses when the clamp snaps onto a locking rib on the can, creating an airtight seal. When the clamp disengages from the rib, the seal decompresses and the lid can be easily lifted from the can. The spout on the can in some embodiments provides a technical benefit of preventing spills and creating a path for urine to flow when the can is emptied. The spout can be squeezed into the side of the can, and if present, the rubber / silicone gasket of the lid can be removable to cover the spout, ensuring the can remains airtight during use.

[0045] Figure 1A is a block diagram of a fluid collection system 50 according to an embodiment. The fluid collection system 50 can be included in the embodiments of the fluid collection systems described herein. The system 50 includes a fluid collection device 52 (e.g., any fluid collection device disclosed herein), a urine collection container assembly 54, and a pump 56 (e.g., a portable vacuum device or source). The urine collection container assembly 54 can include any urine collection container assembly described herein. The fluid collection device 52, the urine collection container 54, and the pump 56 can be fluidically coupled to each other via one or more conduits 57. For example, the fluid collection device 52 can be operably coupled to one or more of the urine collection container 54 or the pump 56 via the conduit 57. In some embodiments, the pump 56 can be directly secured to the urine collection container 54. The fluid (e.g., urine or other bodily fluid) collected in the fluid collection device 52 can be removed from the fluid collection device 52 via the conduit 57 secured to the fluid collection device 52. In response to a suction (eg, vacuum) force being applied at the outlet of conduit 57 , suction may be introduced into the chamber of fluid collection device 52 via the inlet of conduit 57 .

[0046] The suction force can be applied directly or indirectly to the outlet of the conduit 57 by the pump 56. The suction force can be applied indirectly via the urine collection container 54. For example, the outlet of the conduit 57 can be arranged within or fluidly coupled to the interior area of ​​the urine collection container 54, and an additional conduit 57 can extend from the urine collection container 54 to the pump 56. Thus, the pump 56 can apply suction to the fluid collection device 52 via the urine collection container 54. The suction force can be applied directly via the pump 56. For example, the outlet of the conduit 57 can be arranged within the pump 56. The additional conduit 57 can extend from the pump 56 to a point outside the fluid collection device 52, such as to the urine collection container 54. In such an example, the pump 56 can be arranged between the fluid collection device 52 and the urine collection container 54.

[0047] Urine collection container 54 is designed to be sized and shaped to hold fluid therein. Urine collection container 54 may include a bag (e.g., a drainage bag), a bottle, a jar or a cup (e.g., a collection container), or any other closed container for storing body fluids (e.g., urine). In some examples, a conduit 57 may extend from fluid collection device 52 and be attached to urine collection container 54 at a first point therein. An additional conduit 57 may be attached to urine collection container 54 at a second point thereon and may extend and be attached to pump 56. Thus, a vacuum (e.g., suction) may be drawn through fluid collection device 52 via urine collection container 54. Fluids such as urine may be discharged from fluid collection device 52 using pump 56.

[0048] The pump 56 can include one or more of a manual vacuum pump and an electric vacuum pump, a diaphragm pump, a centrifugal pump, a displacement pump, a magnetic drive pump, a peristaltic pump, or any pump configured to generate a vacuum or suction force. The pump 56 can provide a vacuum or suction to remove fluid from the fluid collection device 52. In some examples, the pump 56 can be powered by one or more of a power cord (e.g., connected to an electrical outlet), one or more batteries, or even manual power (e.g., a manually operated vacuum pump). In some examples, the pump 56 can be sized and shaped to fit outside, above, or inside the fluid collection device 52. For example, the pump 56 can include one or more miniaturized pumps or one or more micropumps. The vacuum source disclosed herein can include one or more of a switch, a button, a plug, a remote control, or any other device suitable for activating the pump 56.

[0049] Figure 1BAn example of a urine collection system 10 according to an embodiment is shown. The urine collection system 10 may include a urine collection device 12, a first conduit 17a in fluid communication with an interior area of ​​the urine collection device 12, a urine collection container, and a base 15 having a pump (not visible) positioned thereon or secured therein (e.g., at least partially within a housing of the base 15). The urine collection container may include a canister 14 and a lid 19 selectively secured or securable to the canister 14. Although the canister 14 and lid 19 are shown as described herein, the system 10 may be used with any canister and / or lid described herein. Thus, any canister and / or lid described herein may be used with a system including the urine collection device 12, the first conduit 17a, the second conduit 17b, and / or the base 15.

[0050] The tank 14 can include a top region 24 and a bottom region 34 and can at least partially define an interior region that is in fluid communication with the interior region of the urine collection device 12 via the first conduit 17a. The tank 14 can be reusable and dishwasher safe and can comprise a generally rigid material, such as polycarbonate or glass. In some embodiments, the tank 14 can be disposable. The urine collection system 10 can be configured to accommodate tanks 14 of varying volume sizes. The tank 14 can be substantially cylindrical or frustoconical. In some embodiments, the tank can include other shapes and configurations, such as a generally square or rectangular side profile.

[0051] The urine collecting device 12 may be configured to be positioned at least proximate to the user's urethra. Figure 1B The urine collecting device 12 shown includes a female urine collecting device, but the urine collecting device 12 can alternatively include a male urine collecting device. For example, PCT International Application No. PCT / US2019 / 029616 describes various embodiments of both male and female fluid collecting devices, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety. In addition, the urine collecting device 12 can be interchangeable between male or female urine collecting devices of different types, varieties, and sizes in the urine collection system 10. Typically, the urine collecting device 12 can include a surface that is designed and sized to be positioned near or adjacent to the urethra and is configured to wick urine or other fluids away from the user. Urine or other fluids can be wicked from the surface to a reservoir in the urine collecting device 12.

[0052] The urine collection system 10 also includes a first conduit 17a that is in fluid communication with an interior area (e.g., a reservoir) of the urine collection device 12 and an interior area of ​​the tank 14. The first conduit 17a can be positioned between the urine collection device 12 and the tank 14. The urine collection system 10 can also include a second conduit 17b that provides fluid communication between the pump 16 and the interior area of ​​the tank 14. In some embodiments, the pump can be directly secured to the tank 14, and the second conduit 17b can be absent from the urine collection system 10. The conduits 17a, 17b can comprise flexible tubing. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first conduit 17a is substantially opaque, thereby preventing viewing of urine within the first conduit 17a.

[0053] The pump is in fluid communication with the interior of the tank 14 and is configured to draw a vacuum therein to effectively draw urine from the urine collection device 12 into the tank 14 through the first conduit 17a. The pump 16 can be directly affixed to the tank 14, or the conduit 17b can fluidly couple the pump 16 to the interior of the tank 14. The pump 16 can include one or more of a manual vacuum pump, an electric vacuum pump, a diaphragm pump, a centrifugal pump, a displacement pump, a magnetic drive pump, a peristaltic pump, or any other pump configured to generate a vacuum. The pump 16 can provide a vacuum or suction to remove fluid from the fluid collection device 12. In some examples, the pump 16 can be powered by one or more batteries or other power sources. The pump 16 can be included in a housing that also supports the tank 14. In some examples, the pump 16 can be sized and shaped to fit within a container support on a wheelchair. In some embodiments, the pump 16 can include a wall-mounted pump. The pump 16 can include one or more of a switch, a button, a plug, a remote control, or any other device suitable for activating the pump 16.

[0054] The cover 19 may include a plurality of ports 42, 44 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. One or more of the plurality of ports 42, 44 may include an adapter (e.g., adapter 42a, 44a) removably secured or securable thereto that improves the attachment of the conduits 117a, 117b to the plurality of ports 42, 44. In some embodiments, the cover 19 may include a plurality of ports 42, 44 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. Figure 1B The ports or adapters shown may be more or fewer.Apart from the ports and / or adapters for attaching the catheters 17a, 17b, the tank 14 may be sealed and airtight so that urine collected in the tank 14 does not leak or spill.

[0055] In some embodiments, the lid 19 can include a urine port 44 to which the outlet of the first conduit 17a can be removably secured (directly or via an adapter 44a secured to the urine port 44) to provide fluid communication between the urine collection device 12 and the interior of the canister 14. The second conduit 17b can provide fluid communication between the interior of the canister 14 and the pump. For example, the lid 19 can include a vacuum port 42 to which the outlet of the second conduit 17b can be removably secured (directly or via an adapter 42a secured to the vacuum port 42) to provide fluid communication between the pump and the interior of the canister. The vacuum port 42 and / or urine port 44 can include adapters 42a, 44a, respectively, which can be removably secured to the vacuum port 42 and / or urine port 44 to secure the corresponding conduits 17b, 17a to the vacuum port 42 and / or urine port 44. In some embodiments, at least one (e.g., both) of the first conduit 17a and the second conduit 17b can be removably connected or secured to the canister 14 to effectively provide fluid communication with the interior area of ​​the canister 14. For example, the canister can include at least one (e.g., both) of the urine port 44 and the vacuum port 42. When the lid 19 is secured to the canister 14, the inlet of the first conduit 17a can be secured to the urine collection device 12, the outlet of the first conduit can be secured to the urine port 44, and the second conduit 17b can be secured to the vacuum port 42. Activation of the pump can generate a negative pressure in the interior area of ​​the canister 14, thereby effectively drawing urine in the urine collection device 12 into the interior area of ​​the canister 14 through the first conduit 17a.

[0056] Figures 1C to 1O is an isometric side view of various embodiments of a urine collection container assembly including a canister and a lid. Figures 1C to 1O The various embodiments shown in FIG. 1 are configured to improve upon conventional urine collection container assemblies having a lid that snaps or press-fits onto the top of the jar. Figures 1C to 1O Each of the urine collection container assembly embodiments shown is configured to allow the lid to be selectively secured or installed to and removed from the canister. Each lid embodiment includes the two ports described above. Unless otherwise noted, Figures 1C to 1O Each of the urine collection container assembly embodiments shown may include any aspect of the urine collection container assembly 10 .

[0057] Specific steering Figure 1C to Figure 1D The urine collection container assembly 100 may include a canister 101 and a lid 102 configured to be selectively secured to the canister 101. The lid 102 may include a plurality of ports 103, 104 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 102 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 101 so that urine collected in the canister 101 does not leak or spill.

[0058] In many embodiments, the lid 102 is configured to be pressed onto an upper edge (e.g., rim) of the can 101. For example, the lid 102 may include one or more walls defining a groove 105 (e.g., Figure 1P As shown), the groove 105 is sized and dimensioned to seal around the upper edge of the can 101. Figure 1P A partial cross-sectional view of the upper edge 107 of the canister 101 is shown positioned within a groove 105 defined by one or more walls of the lid 102. In some embodiments, the groove 105 is sized so that the upper edge 107 of the canister 101 meets all of the one or more walls of the lid 102 that define the groove 105. The lid of any urine collection container assembly described herein may include a similarly configured groove 105. The push-on lid 102 may include a more flexible or deformable material, such as silicone. Back Figure 1C to Figure 1D The lid 102 may also include a tab 106 configured to allow a user to pull the lid 102 away from the jar 102 .

[0059] Specific steering Figures 1E to 1F The urine collection container assembly 110 may include a canister 111 and a lid 112 configured to be selectively secured to the canister 111. The lid 112 may include a plurality of ports 113, 114 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 112 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 111 so that urine collected in the canister 111 does not leak or spill.

[0060] In many embodiments, the lid 112 is configured to be threadedly secured to the jar 111. Both the lid 112 and the jar 111 may include complementary threads for threaded engagement. For example, the jar 111 may include threads 117 near an upper edge (e.g., a rim) of the jar 111, and the lid 112 may include threads (not visible) within a groove defined by one or more walls of the lid 112. The jar 111 may also include a flange 119 disposed on the jar 111 near the upper edge, with the threads 117 disposed between the flange 119 and the upper edge of the jar 111.

[0061] Specific steering Figure 1G to Figure 1H The urine collection container assembly 120 may include a canister 121 and a lid 122 configured to be selectively secured to the canister 121. The lid 122 may include a plurality of ports 123, 124 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 122 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 121 so that urine collected in the canister 121 does not leak or spill.

[0062] In many embodiments, the lid 122 includes a plurality of clips 128 configured to selectively clamp, lock, or otherwise engage a flange 129 (e.g., a lip) proximate an upper edge 127 of the jar 121. For example, an upper edge region of the jar 121 can be inserted into a slot defined by one or more walls of the lid 122, and each of the plurality of clips 128 can be adjusted or folded to engage the flange 129 to secure the lid 122 to the jar 121. Each of the plurality of clips 128 can be pivotally secured to the lid 122, or be flexible and integrally formed with the lid 122 to allow a user to selectively engage and disengage the plurality of clips 128 from the flange 129 multiple times.

[0063] Specific steering Figures 1I to 1J The urine collection container assembly 130 may include a canister 131 and a lid 132 configured to be selectively secured to the canister 131. The lid 132 may include a plurality of ports 133, 134 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 132 may be substantially airtightly sealed with the canister 131 so that urine collected in the canister 131 does not leak or spill.

[0064] In many embodiments, the lid 132 is hingedly secured to the jar 131. For example, the lid 132 can include a hinge 138 that hingedly secures the lid 131 to the jar 131, and a clamp 138b configured to selectively clamp, lock, or otherwise engage a flange 139 (e.g., a lip) proximate an upper edge 137 of the jar 131. For example, an upper edge region of the jar 131 can be inserted into a slot defined by one or more walls of the lid 132, and the clamp 138b can be adjusted or folded to engage the flange 139 to secure the lid 132 to the jar 131. The clamp 138 can be pivotally secured to the lid 132, or be flexible and integrally formed with the lid 132 to allow a user to selectively engage and disengage the clamp 138 from the flange 139 multiple times.

[0065] Specific steering Figures 1K to 1L The urine collection container assembly 140 may include a canister 141 and a lid 142 configured to selectively secure the canister 141. The lid 142 may include a plurality of ports 143, 144 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 142 may be substantially airtightly sealed with the canister 141 so that urine collected in the canister 141 does not leak or spill.

[0066] In many embodiments, the lid 142 includes a button 146 that, when pressed while the lid 142 is secured to the jar 141, increases pressure within the interior of the jar 142, thereby forcing the lid 142 away from the jar 141 or allowing the lid 142 to be more easily removed from the jar 141. In some embodiments, when the button 146 is pressed while the lid 142 is secured to the jar 141, the lid 142 is locked in place on the jar 141. In these and other embodiments, the button 146 can be pressed again to release the locking mechanism or to increase pressure within the interior of the jar 142 to remove the lid. The lid 142 can include a groove sized and dimensioned to seal around an upper edge 147 of the jar 142.

[0067] Specific steering Figures 1M to 1O The urine collection container assembly 150 may include a canister 151 and a lid 152 configured to be selectively secured to the canister 151. The lid 151 may include a plurality of ports 153, 154 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 152 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 151 so that urine collected in the canister 151 does not leak or spill.

[0068] The lid 151 may include a spiral band 155 and a substantially flat cover plate 156 including ports 153, 154. The cover plate 156 may be placed on an upper edge 157 of the can 151, and the spiral band 155 may then be threadedly engaged with threads 158 on the can 151 near the upper edge 157 to seal the cover plate 156 to the lid 151 (e.g., Figure 1O shown).

[0069] Figures 2A to 2J are isometric side views of various embodiments of a urine collection container assembly including a canister having one or more handles and a lid. Figures 2A to 2J The various embodiments shown are configured to allow a user to more easily carry, move, and / or empty the tank. Figures 2A to 2J Each of the illustrated urine collection container assembly embodiments is configured to allow the lid to be selectively secured or mounted to and removed from the canister. Each lid embodiment includes the two ports described above. Unless otherwise noted, Figures 2A to 2J Each of the urine collection container assembly embodiments shown may include any aspect of the urine collection container assemblies 10, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150. For example, Figures 2A to 2J Any of the illustrated embodiments of the urine collection container assembly may include any of the lids 102, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152 and corresponding features in the canisters 101, 111, 121, 131, 141, 151 that allow for securing and / or sealing between the lid and the container.

[0070] Specific steering Figures 2A to 2B The urine collection container assembly 200 may include a canister 201 and a lid 202 configured to be selectively secured or mounted to the canister 201. The lid 202 may include a plurality of ports 203, 204 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. The lid 202 may also include a spout 206 that can be selectively opened and closed. The spout 206 may include a cap that is threaded and selectively coupled to a port on the lid 202. In some embodiments, the spout 206 is absent. Aside from the spout 206, the ports for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, and / or the adapter, the lid 102 may be substantially airtightly sealed with the canister 201, preventing urine collected in the canister 201 from leaking or spilling. When urine is withdrawn from the urine collection device, the spout 206 may be closed to complete the seal of the urine collection container assembly 200. In some embodiments, the canister 201 may include a kettle-style handle, such as one or more L-shaped or C-shaped handles 207 extending from the sidewall of the canister 201.

[0071] Steering Figures 2C to 2D In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 210 can include a lid 202 and a canister 211 having two opposing handles 217 hingedly or pivotally secured to the canister 211. For example, the canister 211 can include a hinge member 218 secured to an upper region of the canister 211, and each handle 217 can be hingedly or pivotally secured to the two hinge members 218. When released by a user, the handles 217 can drop or swing toward the canister 211. When grasped by a user, the handles 217 can swing to be approximately parallel to the top of the canister. A flange on the canister 211 or a stop element on at least one of the hinge members 218 can prevent the handles 217 from swinging beyond the plane of the top of the canister 211.

[0072] Steering Figures 2E to 2F In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 220 can include a lid 202 and a canister 221 having two opposing handles 227 extending from the canister 221 near the top of the canister 227. The handles 227 can be integrally formed with the canister 221 and can be substantially rigid. In some embodiments, the handles 227 can extend from a flange at an upper region of the canister 221.

[0073] Steering Figures 2G to 2HIn some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 230 can include a lid 202 and a canister 231 having a handle 237 hingedly or pivotally secured to the canister 231. For example, the handle 237 can include a bucket-type handle hingedly or pivotally secured to the canister 231 at two opposing regions of the canister 231. When the lid is secured to the canister 231, the handle 237 can swing or pivot on the lid 202. In some embodiments, the handle 237 can include one or more tabs configured to lock the lid 202 to the canister 231 when the handle is in an upright position.

[0074] Specific steering Figures 2I to 2J , the urine collection container assembly 240 may include a kettle-style handle, such as two L-shaped or C-shaped handles 247 extending from the sidewall of the jar 201 .

[0075] Figures 3A to 3H are isometric side views of various embodiments of a urine collection container assembly including a canister having one or more handles, a lid, and a spout on at least one of the lid or the canister. Figures 3A to 3H The various embodiments shown are configured to allow the user to more easily pour or empty the can. Each lid embodiment includes the two ports described above. Unless otherwise noted, Figures 2A to 2J Each of the urine collection container assembly embodiments shown may include any aspects of the urine collection container assemblies 10 , 100 , 110 , 120 , 130 , 140 , 150 , 200 , 210 , 220 , 230 , 240 .

[0076] Specific steering Figures 3A to 3B The urine collection container assembly 300 may include a canister 301 and a lid 302 configured to be selectively secured or mounted to the canister 301. The lid 302 may include a plurality of ports 303, 304 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for connecting the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 302 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 301 so that urine collected in the canister 301 does not leak or spill. The canister 301 may include a handle 309 and a generally frustoconical shape that narrows from an upper edge 307 of the canister 301 to a bottom.

[0077] The can also include a spout 308 extending from the can 301, at least near the upper edge 307 of the can 301. The spout 308 can be generally opposite or distal to the handle 309. The lid 302 can also include a rim 305 covering the spout 308 so that when the lid 302 is secured to the can 301 (e.g., Figure 3A301 ). When the canister assembly 300 is closed (as shown), the canister assembly 300 is substantially sealed and airtight. The rim 305 can be narrowed to complement a portion of the canister 301 so that when the lid 302 is secured to or mounted on the canister 301, the lid 302 is at least partially nested within the canister 301. The lid 302 can also include a handle to allow for easier removal of the lid 302 to empty the canister 301. Figure 3B The canister 301 is shown without the lid 302 when the canister 301 may be emptied or cleaned.

[0078] Specific steering Figures 3C to 3D The urine collection container assembly 310 may include a canister 311 and a lid 312 configured to be selectively secured or mounted to the canister 311. The lid 312 may include a plurality of ports 313, 314 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 312 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 311 so that urine collected in the canister 311 does not leak or spill. The canister 311 may include a handle 319 and a generally frustoconical shape that narrows between the upper edge of the canister 311 and the bottom of the canister. In some embodiments, the canister 311 includes a generally cylindrical portion near the upper edge of the canister 311, and the lid 312 may be sized to complement the cylindrical portion so that the lid 311 can reside within the cylindrical portion, or the cylindrical portion can be inserted into an interior region of the lid 312 to secure or mount the lid 312 and canister 311 together.

[0079] The cover 312 may also include a spout 318a and a cap 318b configured to be selectively and removably secured to and cover the spout 318a. Figure 3C ), the canister assembly 310 is substantially sealed and airtight to remove urine from the urine collection device. Figure 3D The cap 318b is shown removed from the spout 318a when the tank 311 can be emptied.

[0080] Specific steering Figure 3E to Figure 3EThe urine collection container assembly 320 may include a canister 321 and a lid 322 configured to be selectively secured or mounted to the canister 321. The lid 322 may include a plurality of ports 323, 324 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 322 may be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 321 so that urine collected in the canister 321 does not leak or spill. The canister 321 may include a handle 329 and a generally frustoconical shape that narrows between the upper edge of the canister 321 and the bottom of the canister. In some embodiments, the canister 321 includes a generally cylindrical portion near the upper edge of the canister 321, and the lid 322 may be sized to complement the cylindrical portion so that the lid 321 can reside within the cylindrical portion, or the cylindrical portion can be inserted into an interior region of the lid 322 to secure or mount the lid 322 and canister 321 together.

[0081] The lid 322 may also include a spout 328a and a cap 328b configured to be selectively and removably secured to and cover the spout 328a. The urine collection container assembly 320 may also include an actuator 327 (e.g., a lever or trigger) disposed at least proximate to the handle 329 of the jar 321. The actuator 327 may be cooperatively coupled to the cap 328b such that pulling the actuator 327 opens the spout 328a and releasing the actuator 327 closes the spout 328a. With the cap 328b secured to and covering the spout 328a (e.g., Figure 3E ), the canister assembly 320 is substantially sealed and airtight to remove urine from the urine collection device. Figure 3F The cap 328b is shown removed from the spout 328a when the tank 321 can be emptied.

[0082] Specific steering Figures 3G to 3H The urine collection container assembly 330 may include a canister 331 and a lid 332 configured to be selectively fixed or mounted to the canister 331. The lid 332 may include a plurality of ports 333, 334 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 332 may be substantially airtightly sealed with the canister 331 so that urine collected in the canister 331 does not leak or spill. The canister 331 may include a handle 339 and a generally frustoconical shape that narrows from the upper edge of the canister 331 to the bottom.

[0083] The can also include a spout 338 that extends from the can 331 at least near the upper edge of the can 331. The spout 338 can be generally opposite or distal to the handle 339. The lid 332 can also include a rim 337a that covers the spout 338 so that when the lid 332 is fixed or mounted to the can 331 in a closed position (e.g., Figure 3G 331 ). When the canister assembly 330 is opened or closed (as shown), the canister assembly 330 is substantially sealed and airtight. The rim 337a may also define an opening 337b. The lid 332 is rotatable when mounted or fixed to the canister 331, and the lid 332 may be rotated to an open position in which the opening 337b is aligned with the spout 338 to empty the canister 331. The rim 337a may be narrowed to complement a portion of the canister 331 so that when the lid 332 is fixed or installed to the canister 331, the lid 332 is at least partially nested within the canister 331. The lid 332 may also include a handle 335 to allow for easier removal and / or rotation of the lid 332.

[0084] Now turn Figures 4A to 4C , the urine collection container assembly 400 can include a canister 401 and a lid 402 configured to be selectively fixed or mounted to the canister 401. The lid 402 can include a plurality of ports 403, 404 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 402 can be substantially hermetically sealed with the canister 401 so that urine collected in the canister 401 does not leak or spill.

[0085] The canister 401 can include an outer surface, an interior region, an upper region 425 having an upper edge 407, and a locking rib 409 on the outer surface of the canister 401 at least proximate the upper region 425 of the canister 401. In some embodiments, the canister 401 includes a shelf 424 spaced from the upper edge 407 of the canister 401 and projecting inwardly. In some embodiments, the upper region 425 can extend upwardly between the locking rib 409 and the shelf 424. The canister 401 can also include a spout 418 extending from the canister 401 at least proximate the upper edge 407 of the canister 401. The urine collection container assembly 400 can also include at least one handle on the canister 401. For example, the urine collection container assembly 400 can include a handle 417 having two opposing end regions hingedly secured to opposing portions 415 of the canister's upper portion.

[0086] The lid 402 is fixed or securable to the can 401 and may include a flange 422 forming an outer periphery of the lid 402 that extends outwardly beyond the upper edge 407 of the can when the lid 402 is fixed or mounted to the can 401. The lid 402 may also include a rim 423 spaced inwardly from the outer periphery of the flange 422. In some embodiments, the lid 402 includes one or more (e.g., two) clamp supports 428 fixed thereto or formed integrally therewith. When the lid 402 is fixed to the can 401, the clamp supports 428 may extend upwardly, generally opposite the can 401. The lid 402 may also include a tab 416 extending from the outer periphery of the lid 402 that is sized and dimensioned to allow a user to grasp the tab 416 to remove the lid 402.

[0087] The urine collection container assembly 400 also includes one or more (e.g., two) clamps 408 that are pivotally or hingedly secured to the lid 402. For example, the clamps 408 can be pivotally or hingedly secured to the clamp support 428. The clamps 408 can include inwardly directed protrusions 421 that are configured to selectively engage at least a portion of the locking ribs 409 to secure the lid 402 to the jar 401. Each clamp 421 can be in an unlocked position ( Figure 4A shown) and locked position ( Figure 4B shown), to the unlocked position ( Figure 4A The inwardly directed projections 421 are separated from the locking ribs 409 and in the locked position ( Figure 4B In some embodiments, each of the one or more clamps 408 can include a finger grip 427 that extends outwardly from the clamp 408 and is configured to allow a user to more easily engage and disengage the clamp 408 from the locking rib 409.

[0088] The urine collection container assembly 400 may also include a seal or gasket positioned and configured to form a seal between the lid 401 and the canister 402 when the one or more clamps 408 are engaged with the locking ribs 409. In some embodiments, when the lid 402 is secured to the canister 401 and the rim 423 is at least partially disposed within the canister 401, the gasket 426 is disposed between the rim 423 of the canister 401 and the shelf 426. In addition to or alternatively to being disposed between the rim 423 of the canister 401 and the shelf 426, the gasket 426 may also be disposed between the rim 423 and the upper region 425 of the canister 401. Thus, in some embodiments, the gasket 426 is L-shaped and may rest on or interface with the inner surfaces of the shelf 424 and the upper region 425 of the canister 401. In some embodiments, in addition to or as an alternative to being disposed between the upper edge 407 of the can 401 and the flange 422 of the lid 402, the gasket 446 can also be disposed between the rim 423 of the can 401 and the upper region 425. Thus, in some embodiments, the gasket 426 is L-shaped and can rest on or interface with the inner surfaces of the flange 422 and the rim 423 of the lid 402. Figure 4C As shown, gasket 426 can form a seal that prevents fluid communication between spout 418 and the interior area of ​​jar 401 when lid 402 is secured to jar 401 .

[0089] In some embodiments, a clamp may be similarly used and arranged to secure or mount the lid to the can, but the gasket may be positioned elsewhere between the lid and the can. Figures 4D to 4G , showing a portion of a urine collection container assembly 430. Unless otherwise noted, the urine collection container assembly 430 can include any aspects of the urine collection container assembly 400. In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 430 includes a canister 431 having an exterior surface, an interior region, an upper region having an upper flange edge 437, and a locking rib 439 on the exterior surface of the canister at least proximate the upper region of the canister 431.

[0090] The urine collection container assembly 430 can include a lid 432 fixed or fixable (e.g., mounted or mountable) to the canister 431. In many embodiments, the lid 432 includes a vacuum port (not visible) configured to be removably fixed to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and an interior area of ​​the canister 431, a urine port (not visible) configured to be removably fixed to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and an interior area of ​​the canister 431, and at least one clamp 438 having an inwardly directed protrusion 441 configured to selectively engage at least a portion of a locking rib 439 to secure the lid 432 to the canister 431. Although in Figures 4D to 4G4, but many embodiments of the urine collection container assembly 430 may include two opposing clamps 438, similar to the positioning of clamp 408 in the urine collection container assembly 400. The lid 432 may include an outer periphery 442 having a diameter substantially equal to the diameter of the upper flange edge 437 of the canister 431.

[0091] The cover 432 may include a clamp support post 449 having an arm 448 extending therefrom, and the clamp 438 may be configured to be removably secured to the arm 448 to allow the clamp 438 to pivot when secured to the arm 448. For example, the clamp 438 may include a C-shaped member 447 that snap fits to the arm 448 to allow the clamp 438 to be moved from a locked position (e.g., Figure 4F as shown) and unlocked position (as shown) Figure 4G As shown) turn, in the locked position (as Figure 4F As shown), the inwardly directed protrusion 441 engages the locking rib 439 and in the unlocked position (as shown Figure 4G ), the inwardly directed protrusions disengage from the locking ribs 439. The clamp 438 may also include one or more finger grips 445 generally disposed distally of the C-shaped member 447.

[0092] The urine collection container assembly 430 may also include a gasket 446 or seal. In some embodiments, the gasket 446 may be disposed between the upper flange edge 437 of the canister 432 and the lid 432 when the lid 432 is secured to the canister 431. In these and other embodiments, the rim may not be present in the lid 432.

[0093] Figure 5 A side isometric view of another urine collection container assembly 500 is shown, which includes a canister 501 and a lid 502 that is removably and selectively secured to the canister 501 to form an airtight seal. The canister 501 may include one or more L-shaped or C-shaped handles 507, and the lid 502 may include a plurality of ports 503, 504 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. The lid 502 may also include a button 505 on its top and a silicone gasket or seal (not visible) that interfaces with the upper region of the canister 501 when the lid 502 is at least partially inserted into the canister 501. The gasket may be cooperatively coupled or cooperatively connected to the button 505 such that when the button 505 is pressed, the gasket is pushed outward or forced against the inner surface of the canister 501, thereby forming an airtight seal. The button 505 can be pressed a second time to retract the gasket and release the airtight seal, allowing easier removal of the lid 502. The lid 502 can also include a recessed finger grip 509. In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 500 can include a cam-type lid 502 having a cam and groove type fit with the canister 501.

[0094] Now turn Figures 6A to 6B In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 600 may include a lever-type assembly configured to secure or mount the lid 602 to the jar 601. Similar to other embodiments, the jar may include a spout 608 and a hinge member 605 configured to detachably secure a handle (not shown) to the jar 601. The lid 602 may include a plurality of ports 603, 604 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto.

[0095] The urine collection container assembly 600 may also include a sealing assembly 610 positioned within the canister 601 and operably connected to the movable rod 607. For example, the sealing assembly 610 may include a base including a seal 612 or gasket, a post 611, and one or more arms extending between and / or connecting the post 611 to the base. The lid 602 may include an opening through which the post 611 extends. The opening may be sized to allow the post 611 to move through the opening and may also include a seal between the portion of the lid 602 defining the opening and the post 611.

[0096] The lever 607 can be removably and pivotally fixed or securable to an end region of the post 611 distal from the base including the seal 612. For example, the post 611 can include a hook configured to snap-fit ​​or press-fit onto the stem of the lever 607. When the urine collection container assembly 600 is assembled, the lever 607 can be moved between a first position, or sealed position, and a second position, or unsealed position. When the lever is in the first position, or sealed position, the lever 607 can push or pull the seal 612 within the canister 601 to form an airtight seal within the canister 601, such that fluid communication with the interior of the canister 601 occurs only through the ports 603, 604. When the lever 607 is in the second position, or unsealed position, the seal 612 is released, allowing the fluid in the canister 601 to be poured from the spout 608 of the canister 601 and / or the lid 602 to be removed from the canister 601. In some embodiments, the canister 601 includes ribs 616 or shelves configured to engage or interface with the seal 612 to form an airtight seal within an interior region of the canister 601 when the rod 607 is in the sealing position.

[0097] Now turn 7A to 7C, the urine collection container assembly 700 can include a canister 701 and a lid 702 configured to be selectively fixed or mounted to the canister 701. The lid 702 can include a plurality of ports 703, 704 for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b thereto. In addition to the ports and / or adapters for attaching the conduits 17a, 17b, the lid 702 can be substantially airtightly sealed with the canister 701 so that urine collected in the canister 701 does not leak or spill.

[0098] The canister 701 can include an outer surface, an interior region, an upper region 723 having an upper edge 707, and a locking rib 709 on the outer surface of the canister 701 at least proximate the upper region 725 of the canister 701. In some embodiments, the canister 701 includes a shelf 724 that is spaced from the upper edge 707 of the canister 701 and projects inwardly. In some embodiments, the upper region 725 can extend upward between the locking rib 709 and the shelf 724. The canister 701 can also include a spout 718 that extends from the canister 701 at least proximate the upper edge 707 of the canister 701. The urine collection container assembly 700 can also include at least one handle on the canister 701. For example, the urine collection container assembly 700 can include a C-shaped or L-shaped handle 707 secured to the upper portion of the canister 701.

[0099] The lid 702 is fixed or securable to the can 701 and can include a flange 722 forming an outer periphery of the lid 702 that extends outward beyond the upper edge 707 of the can 701 when the lid 702 is fixed or mounted to the can 701. The lid 702 can also include a rim 723 spaced inwardly from the outer periphery of the flange 722. In some embodiments, the lid 702 includes one or more (e.g., two) clamp supports 728 fixed thereto or formed integrally therewith. When the lid 702 is fixed to the can 701, the clamp supports 728 can extend upwardly, generally opposite the can 701.

[0100] The urine collection container assembly 700 also includes one or more (e.g., two) clamps 708 that are pivotally or hingedly secured to the lid 702. For example, the clamps 708 can be pivotally or hingedly secured to a clamp support 728. The clamps 708 can include inwardly directed protrusions 721 that are configured to selectively engage at least a portion of the locking ribs 709 to secure the lid 702 to the jar 701. Each clamp 721 can be in an unlocked position ( Figure 7C shown) and locked position ( Figure 7B shown), to the unlocked position ( Figure 7C As shown), the inwardly directed protrusion 721 is separated from the locking rib 709, and in the locked position ( Figure 7B709 , the inwardly directed protrusions 721 engage the locking ribs 709. In some embodiments, each of the one or more clamps 708 can include an elongated finger grip 727 that extends past the inwardly directed protrusions 721 such that the inwardly directed protrusions 721 are disposed between the distal ends of the finger grips 727 and the clamp supports 728. The clamp 708 can also include a proximal region 719 that extends above the lid 701. The proximal region 719 can be sized and dimensioned such that when the clamp 708 is in the open position, a portion of the proximal region 719 can contact the top of the lid 719 to help break the seal and remove the lid 702 from the canister 701. The proximal region 719 can also include an enlarged (e.g., rounded) portion that allows a user to more easily depress the proximal region 719 to disengage the inwardly directed protrusions 721 from the locking ribs 709.

[0101] The urine collection container assembly 700 may also include a seal or gasket positioned and configured to form a seal between the lid 701 and the canister 702 when the one or more clamps 708 are engaged with the locking ribs 709. In some embodiments, when the lid 702 is secured to the canister 701 and the rim 723 is at least partially disposed within the canister 701, the gasket 726 is disposed between the rim 723 of the canister 701 and the shelf 726. In addition to or alternatively to being disposed between the rim 723 and the shelf 726 of the canister 701, the gasket 726 may also be disposed between the rim 723 and the upper region 725 of the canister 701. Thus, in some embodiments, the gasket 726 is L-shaped and may rest on or interface with the inner surfaces of the shelf 724 and the upper region 725 of the canister 701. In some embodiments, in addition to or as an alternative to being disposed between the upper edge 707 of the can 701 and the flange 722 of the lid 702, the gasket 746 can also be disposed between the rim 723 of the can 701 and the upper region 725. Thus, in some embodiments, the gasket 726 is L-shaped and can rest on or interface with the inner surfaces of the flange 722 and the rim 723 of the lid 702. Figure 7D As shown, gasket 726 can form a seal that prevents fluid communication between spout 718 and the interior area of ​​jar 701 when lid 702 is secured to jar 701 .

[0102] Steering Figures 8A to 8HIn some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 800 can include a gasket 826 overmolded to one of the lid 801 or the canister 801 having an interior region. The lid 802 is fixed or fixable (e.g., mounted or mountable) to the canister 801 and includes a vacuum port 804 and a urine port 803, wherein the vacuum port 804 is configured to be removably fixed to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between the pump and the interior region of the canister, and the urine port 803 is configured to be removably fixed to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between the urine collection device and the interior region of the canister. The canister 801 can also include at least one handle, such as a C-shaped or L-shaped handle 807. In some embodiments, the urine collection container assembly 800 can include any handle, spout, or other feature of any urine collection container assembly described herein.

[0103] In some embodiments, the canister 801 includes an upper region 825 having an upper edge 817 and an inwardly facing surface. According to an embodiment, the lid 802 includes a flange 812 and a rim 813. The flange 812 can form an outer periphery of the lid 802 and include an inner surface. The rim 813 can be spaced inwardly from the outer periphery of the lid 802 and include an outer surface.

[0104] The gasket 826 can be overmolded (e.g., chemically bonded) to the lid 802 and positioned to interface with a portion of the canister 801 to form a seal between the lid 802 and the canister 801 when the lid 802 is secured to the canister 801. For example, the gasket 826 can include a first portion 826a that is overmolded to the inner surface of the flange 812 and a second portion 826b that is overmolded to at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim 813 of the lid 802. The first portion 826a and the second portion 826b of the gasket 826 can be continuous with each other. The second portion 826b of the gasket 826 can include at least one fin 826c projecting outwardly from the second portion 826b of the gasket 826, the fin being sized and positioned on the gasket 826 to interface with the inwardly facing surface of the upper region 825 of the canister 801. When the cover 802 is installed or secured to the tank 801, at least some of the first portion 826a of the gasket 826 engages the upper edge 817 of the tank 801, and at least some of the second portion 826b of the gasket 826 (e.g., the fins 826c) engages the inward surface of the upper region 825 of the tank 801.

[0105] The gasket 826 can be chemically bonded to the cover 802. In some embodiments, the cover 802 comprises a polypropylene material and the gasket 826 comprises a thermoplastic elastomer material that is overmolded and chemically bonded to the polypropylene material of the cover 802.

[0106] Also contemplated herein is a method for forming a lid (such as lid 802) for a urine collection container assembly. The method can include a two-shot injection molding process such that the gasket and lid are chemically inseparable after molding. The method can include injection molding a lid having a rim, a vacuum port configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and an interior area of ​​the tank, and a urine port configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between the urine collection device and the interior area of ​​the tank using a first material. The method can also include overmolding the gasket onto at least a portion of the rim of the lid using a second material, the second material being different from the first material. Overmolding the gasket onto at least a portion of the rim can include chemically bonding the gasket to the lid. In some embodiments, injection molding the lid can include injection molding the lid having a vacuum port, a urine port, a flange having an inner surface and forming an outer periphery of the lid, and a rim spaced inwardly from the outer periphery and having an outer surface. In some embodiments, overmolding the gasket onto at least a portion of the rim comprises overmolding a first portion of the gasket onto an inner surface of the flange and overmolding a second portion of the gasket onto at least a portion of an outer surface of the rim. In some embodiments, overmolding the second portion of the gasket onto at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim comprises overmolding the second portion of the gasket onto at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim, wherein the fins protrude outwardly from the second portion of the gasket. The first material of the cover may comprise a polypropylene material, and the second material of the gasket may comprise a thermoplastic elastomer material. The acts of the above method are for illustrative purposes. For example, the acts of the method may be performed in a different order, divided into multiple acts, modified, supplemented, or combined. In one embodiment, one or more acts of the method may be omitted from the method.

[0107] Now turn 9A to 9D In some embodiments of the urine collection container assembly, the lid can combine the advantages of a button lid and a clamp to secure and remove the lid. For example, the lid can include a clamp on one side or opposite sides of the lid that, when clamped to the lid, is pushed to secure around the upper edge of the can to seal the can. The lid can also include a button located in the middle that is connected to the clamp by a lever arm. The lid can include recessed cutouts for the button and the lever arm so that the top of the lid is substantially flat when the lid is closed and locked. The lever arm cooperatively connects or couples the button and the clamp so that when the button is pushed, both clamps are released to unlock the lid. This construction provides the technical effect of avoiding urine spillage and can rupture, and also makes the assembly easier to use for individuals with lower dexterity or weaker muscles.

[0108] Figure 9AAn exploded view of a urine collection container assembly 900 is shown including a canister 901 and a lid 902. The canister 901 may include an exterior surface, an interior region, an upper region 925 having an upper edge 917, and a locking rib 909 on the exterior surface of the canister 901 at least proximate the upper region 925 of the canister 901.

[0109] In some embodiments, the lid 902 is fixed or fixable (e.g., mounted or mountable) to the canister 901 and includes a vacuum port 904 configured to be removably fixed to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and the interior area of ​​the canister 901, a urine port 903 configured to be removably fixed to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior area of ​​the canister 901, and at least one (e.g., two) clamps 908. The lid 902 may also include a button 912 and a recessed area 910. In some embodiments, the button 912 is disposed between the two clamps 908 (e.g., substantially centered), and the recessed area 910 may extend from one side of the lid 902 to the other side of the lid 902.

[0110] The clamp 908 may include an inwardly directed protrusion 921 that is configured to selectively engage at least a portion of the locking rib 909 to secure the lid 902 to the jar 901. In some embodiments, the clamp 908 also includes at least one (e.g., two) lever arms 918 extending inwardly from the clamp 908. The lever arm 918 of each of the at least one clamp 908 is operably secured or securable to the button 912 clamp such that pressing the button 912 disengages the inwardly directed protrusion 921 of each of the at least one clamp 908 from the locking rib 909 of the jar 901. The recessed area 910 of the lid may be complementary to the button 912 and the lever arm 918 of each of the two opposing clamps 908. When the inwardly directed protrusion 921 of each of the two opposing clamps 908 engages the locking rib 909 (e.g., Figures 9B to 9C ), the button 912 and the lever arm 918 of each of the two opposing clamps 908 are generally flush with adjacent areas of the cover 902. When the inwardly directed protrusion 921 of each of the two opposing clamps 908 is disengaged from the locking rib 909 (as shown in FIG. Figure 9D As shown), the lever arm 918 of each of the two opposing clamps 908 can be tilted upward from the button 912 to the distal end of the clamp 908.

[0111] Also contemplated herein are urine collection systems comprising any of the urine collection container assemblies described herein and one or more (e.g., all) of a pump, a first conduit secured to a vacuum port on the lid and in fluid communication with the pump and an interior area of ​​the canister, and / or a second conduit secured to a urine port on the lid and in fluid communication with the urine collection device and an interior area of ​​the canister.

[0112] As used herein, the term "about" or "substantially" refers to an allowable variation of ±10% or ±5% of the term modified by "about" or "substantially." In addition, the term "less than," "or less," "greater than," "more than," or "or more" includes the value modified by the term "less than," "or less," "greater than," "more than," or "or more" as an endpoint.

[0113] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments are also contemplated. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting.

Claims

1. A urine collection container assembly, comprising: a tank having an interior region; a lid secured or securable to the canister and comprising a vacuum port configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and the interior region of the canister, and a urine port configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the canister; as well as A gasket is overmolded to the lid and positioned to interface with a portion of the can to form a seal when the lid is secured to the can.

2. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The gasket is chemically bonded to the cover.

3. The urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 1 or 2, wherein: The can includes an upper rim and an inwardly facing surface; The cover comprises: a flange having an inner surface and forming an outer perimeter of the cover; and a rim spaced inwardly from the outer periphery and having an outer surface; the gasket comprising a first portion overmolded to the inner surface of the flange and a second portion overmolded to at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim of the cover and continuous with the first portion of the gasket, wherein, when the lid is secured to the can, at least some of the first portion of the gasket interfaces with the upper edge of the can and at least some of the second portion of the gasket interfaces with the inwardly facing surface of the can.

4. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 3, wherein: The second portion of the gasket includes fins that project outwardly from the second portion of the gasket and are sized and positioned to interface with the inwardly facing surface of the can.

5. The urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: The cover comprises a polypropylene material and the gasket comprises a thermoplastic elastomer material overmolded and chemically bonded to the polypropylene material of the cover.

6. The urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising at least one handle on the canister.

7. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The at least one handle comprises at least one L-shaped or C-shaped handle extending from an upper region of the can.

8. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The at least one handle includes opposing handles hingedly secured to the canister.

9. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The at least one handle includes two opposing handles extending from an upper region of the can.

10. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The at least one handle includes a handle having two opposing end regions hingedly secured to opposing portions of the upper region of the can.

11. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The can includes a spout, and at least one of the rim of the lid and the second portion of the gasket defines a gap or opening configured to selectively align with the spout to pour urine from the can.

12. A urine collection system comprising the urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 11, the urine collection device, the pump, the first conduit fixed to the vacuum port and in fluid communication with the pump and the interior area of ​​the tank, and the second conduit fixed to the urine port and in fluid communication with the urine collection device and the interior area of ​​the tank.

13. A method of forming a lid for a urine collection container assembly, the method comprising: injection molding a cap having a rim, a vacuum port configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and an interior region of the canister, and a urine port configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the canister from a first material; as well as A gasket is overmolded to at least a portion of the rim of the cover using a second material, the second material being different from the first material.

14. The method according to claim 13, wherein Overmolding the gasket to at least a portion of the rim includes chemically bonding the gasket to the cover.

15. The method according to any one of claims 13 or 14, wherein: Injection molding the cover includes: injection molding the cover having the vacuum port, the urine port, a flange having an inner surface and forming an outer perimeter of the cover, and the rim, the flange being spaced inwardly from the outer perimeter and having an outer surface; Overmolding the gasket onto at least a portion of the rim includes overmolding a first portion of the gasket onto the inner surface of the flange and overmolding a second portion of the gasket onto at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim.

16. The method according to claim 15, wherein Overmolding the second portion of the gasket to at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim includes overmolding the second portion of the gasket to at least a portion of the outer surface of the rim, wherein fins project outwardly from the second portion of the gasket.

17. The method according to any one of claims 13 to 16, wherein The first material of the cover comprises a polypropylene material, and the second material of the gasket comprises a thermoplastic elastomer material.

18. A urine collection container assembly, comprising: a can having an outer surface, an interior region, an upper region having an upper edge, and a locking rib on the outer surface of the can at least proximate the upper region of the can; as well as a lid secured or securable to the canister and comprising a vacuum port configured to be removably secured to a first conduit to provide fluid communication between a pump and the interior region of the canister, a urine port configured to be removably secured to a second conduit to provide fluid communication between a urine collection device and the interior region of the canister, and at least one clamp having an inwardly directed protrusion configured to selectively engage at least a portion of the locking rib to secure the lid to the canister.

19. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 18, wherein: The at least one clamp includes two opposing clamps, each clamp having an inwardly directed protrusion and a lever arm extending inwardly from the clamp, and the cover further includes a button, which is operably fixed or securable to the lever arm of each of the two opposing clamps, so that pressing the button disengages the inwardly directed protrusion of each of the two opposing clamps from the locking rib of the can.

20. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 19, wherein: The cover includes a recessed area complementary to the button and the lever arm of each of the two opposing clamps, and when the inwardly directed protrusion of each of the two opposing clamps engages the locking rib, the button and the lever arm of each of the two opposing clamps are generally flush with adjacent areas of the cover.

21. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 18, wherein: the at least one clamp comprising two opposing clamps hingedly secured to the cover; The cover comprises: a flange forming an outer periphery of the lid, the outer periphery extending outwardly beyond the upper edge of the can when the lid is secured to the can; a rim spaced inwardly from said outer periphery of said flange; The tank includes a shelf portion spaced apart from the upper edge of the tank and protruding inwardly; The urine collection container assembly further includes a seal disposed on the shelf of the canister, wherein the seal is disposed between the rim and the shelf of the canister when the lid is secured to the canister and the rim is at least partially disposed within the canister.

22. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 18, wherein: the at least one clamp comprising two opposing clamps hingedly secured to the cover; The cover includes a gasket secured thereto, and when the can is secured to the cover, the gasket is disposed between the upper edge of the can and the cover.

23. The urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 18 to 22, further comprising at least one handle on the canister.

24. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 23, wherein: The at least one handle comprises at least one L-shaped or C-shaped handle extending from an upper portion of the can.

25. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 23, wherein: The at least one handle includes opposing handles hingedly secured to the canister.

26. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 23, wherein: The at least one handle includes two opposing handles extending from an upper portion of the can.

27. The urine collection container assembly according to claim 23, wherein: The at least one handle includes a handle having two opposing end regions hingedly secured to opposing portions of the upper region of the can.

28. A urine collection system comprising the urine collection container assembly according to any one of claims 18 to 27, the urine collection device, the pump, the first conduit fixed to the vacuum port and in fluid communication with the pump and the interior area of ​​the tank, and the second conduit fixed to the urine port and in fluid communication with the urine collection device and the interior area of ​​the tank.

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