Weighable medical waste bin

Abstract

The utility model discloses a medical waste bin capable of weighing, which comprises a bin body, a weighing module, a floating support plate and a bin cover, the front side surface of the bin body is provided with an opening cavity, the opening cavity is positioned at the bottom of the bin body, and the top wall of the opening cavity is provided with a through hole communicated with the internal space of the bin body; the weighing module is connected in the opening cavity in a pluggable mode and located below the through hole. The floating supporting plate is arranged in the barrel body and can freely float in the vertical direction, a boss extending downwards is arranged at the bottom of the floating supporting plate, and the boss penetrates through the through hole and then abuts against the weighing module; the can cover is connected to the can body in a pivoted mode so as to open or close the can body. According to the medical waste bin capable of weighing, automatic weighing of medical waste is achieved, the frequency of manual operation and waste carrying is remarkably reduced, and therefore the risks that a medical waste bag is abraded, a sealing opening is loosened or contents are scattered are greatly reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a garbage bin, in particular to a weighable medical waste bin. Background Art

[0002] Medical waste bins are specialized containers used to hold directly or indirectly infectious, toxic, or other hazardous waste generated by medical institutions during the course of medical treatment, preventive care, healthcare, and other related activities. According to Article 12 of the "Medical Waste Management Regulations," medical institutions and centralized medical waste disposal units must register medical waste. This registration must include information such as the source, type, weight or quantity, time of receipt, disposal method, final destination, and the signature of the person handling the waste.

[0003] Improper disposal (collection and storage) of medical waste can become a source of infection, leading to contamination, infection, or occupational exposure, jeopardizing the health of staff and residents. Currently, medical waste bins used by various medical institutions require designated staff to weigh each packaged medical waste. This practice increases the frequency of movement of packaged medical waste, causing wear and tear in the bags or loosening of the seals, leading to spillage. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems in the related art to a certain extent. To this end, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a weighable medical waste bin.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, a weighable medical waste bucket according to an embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0006] A barrel body, wherein an open cavity is provided on the front side of the barrel body, the open cavity is located at the bottom of the barrel body, and a through hole is provided on the top wall of the open cavity that penetrates the internal space of the barrel body;

[0007] A weighing module, the weighing module is pluggably connected in the opening cavity and is located below the through hole;

[0008] A floating support plate is provided in the barrel body and is capable of floating freely in the vertical direction. A downwardly extending boss is provided at the bottom of the floating support plate. The boss passes through the through hole and abuts against the weighing module.

[0009] A barrel cover is pivotally connected to the barrel body to open or close the barrel body.

[0010] According to the weighable medical waste barrel provided by the embodiment of the present invention, by arranging a floating support plate inside the barrel body and a weighing module at the bottom of the barrel body, automatic weighing of medical waste is achieved, which significantly reduces the frequency of manual operation and waste handling, thereby greatly reducing the risk of medical waste bags being worn, the seals being loosened, or the contents being spilled. This not only improves operational efficiency, but more importantly, enhances the safety of the entire treatment process and effectively reduces the possibility of infection and contamination. At the same time, the real-time weighing function makes it easy for medical institutions to accurately record the weight of waste, meeting the requirements for waste weighing and registration in the "Medical Waste Management Regulations". In addition, the detachable weighing module design is not only conducive to production and manufacturing, but also convenient for maintenance and replacement.

[0011] In addition, the weighable medical waste bin according to the above embodiment of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a display panel is further included. The display panel is provided on the barrel body and connected to the weighing module for displaying weighing data.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a U-shaped frame is provided in the open cavity, an open side of the U-shaped frame is connected to the top wall of the open cavity, and the weighing module is pluggable and connected in the U-shaped frame.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the left and right side walls of the U-shaped frame are respectively provided with a guide rail portion, and the two sides of the weighing module are respectively provided with a guide groove, the two guide grooves correspond one-to-one to the two guide rail portions, and each guide groove slides with the corresponding guide rail portion.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rear side wall of the open cavity is provided with a display interface, and the rear side of the weighing module has a display connector. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the display connector is plugged into the display interface.

[0016] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the display panel is located on the front surface of the barrel, the rear surface of the barrel is provided with a strip portion extending in the up-down direction, and the barrel is circumferentially provided with an annular portion, the annular portion intersecting with the strip portion;

[0017] A first connection line connected to the display interface is provided in the strip portion, a second connection line connected to the first connection line is provided in the annular portion, and the display panel is connected to the second connection line.

[0018] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the inner side wall of the barrel is provided with a plurality of guide bars, the plurality of guide bars are arranged at intervals around the circumference of the barrel, and each guide bar extends in the up-down direction;

[0019] The outer periphery of the floating support plate is provided with a plurality of guide openings, and the plurality of guide openings correspond one-to-one to the plurality of guide bars. Each guide opening is slidably matched with the corresponding guide bar to enable the floating support plate to float up and down.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the weighing module includes a body, a load-bearing portion, and an end plate, the two guide grooves are respectively provided on both sides of the body, the display connector is provided on the rear side of the body, the load-bearing portion is located on the top surface of the body and below the through hole and abuts against the boss;

[0021] The end plate is located at the front side of the body. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the end plate closes the front side of the U-shaped frame.

[0022] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a fastener is provided at the rear end of the body, and a latch hole is provided on the rear side wall of the opening. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the fastener engages with the latch hole.

[0023] According to an embodiment of the present invention, buttons for controlling weighing are further provided on the display panel for user operation and control.

[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description and will become apparent from the following description or learned through practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a weighable medical waste barrel according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a weighable medical waste barrel according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of a weighable medical waste barrel (with the barrel lid open) according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of a weighable medical waste bin according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of a weighable medical waste bin from another perspective of an embodiment of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of a weighing module in a weighable medical waste barrel according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0032] Reference numerals:

[0033] 10. Barrel body;

[0034] 101, U-shaped frame;

[0035] 1011, guide rail department;

[0036] 102, strip part;

[0037] 103, annular part;

[0038] 104. Guide strip;

[0039] H10, open mouth;

[0040] 20. Weighing module;

[0041] 201. Ontology;

[0042] 202, load-bearing part;

[0043] 203, end plate;

[0044] 204, snap fastener;

[0045] 205, display connector;

[0046] 30. Floating pallet;

[0047] H30, guide opening;

[0048] 40. Barrel cover;

[0049] 50. Display panel.

[0050] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0051] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present invention, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. All other embodiments obtained by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0052] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "circumferential", "radial", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0053] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0054] In this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integral connection; mechanical connection or electrical connection; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0055] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0056] The weighable medical waste bin according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0057] Reference Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the weighable medical waste barrel provided according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a barrel body 10 , a weighing module 20 , a floating support plate 30 and a barrel cover 40 .

[0058] Specifically, the barrel body 10 can be made of materials such as engineering plastics and stainless steel, and has sufficient strength and corrosion resistance. The top of the barrel body 10 has a feeding port, and medical waste can be put into the barrel body 10 through the feeding port.

[0059] The front side of the barrel body 10 is provided with an open cavity H10, located at the bottom of the barrel body 10. The top wall of the open cavity H10 is provided with a through hole that extends through the interior space of the barrel body 10. The weighing module 20 is pluggable and connected within the open cavity H10 and is located below the through hole. The weighing module 20 can use a common sensor such as a strain gauge or load cell. The housing of the weighing module 20 is made of aluminum alloy or reinforced plastic, and the surface is treated with anti-corrosion treatment for easy disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance.

[0060] The floating pallet 30 is disposed within the barrel 10 and is capable of floating freely in the vertical direction. A downwardly extending boss is provided at the bottom of the floating pallet 30. This boss passes through the through-hole and abuts against the weighing module 20. When medical waste is dropped into the barrel 10, the floating pallet 30 carries the waste. Gravity causes the floating pallet 30 to float downward, while the boss at its bottom abuts against the weighing module 20. Therefore, the weight of the floating pallet 30 and the waste accumulated thereon is transferred to the weighing module 20. The weighing module 20 then weighs the medical waste.

[0061] The bucket cover 40 is pivotally connected to the bucket body 10 to open or close the bucket body 10. When the waste is put in, the bucket cover 40 is opened and the bucket cover 40 is closed after the waste is put in.

[0062] During use, medical staff only need to place the bag containing medical waste directly into the barrel body 10. Due to the setting of the floating support 30, when the waste falls on the floating support 30, the floating support 30 will sink under the combined action of its own weight and the weight of the waste, and contact the weighing module 20 through the boss, accurately measuring the real-time weight of the waste.

[0063] According to the weighable medical waste barrel provided by the embodiment of the present invention, by arranging a floating support plate 30 inside the barrel body 10 and arranging a weighing module 20 at the bottom of the barrel body 10, automatic weighing of medical waste is achieved, which significantly reduces the frequency of manual operation and waste handling, thereby greatly reducing the risk of medical waste bags being worn, the seals being loosened, or the contents being spilled. This not only improves operational efficiency, but more importantly, enhances the safety of the entire processing process and effectively reduces the possibility of infection and contamination. At the same time, the real-time weighing function makes it easier for medical institutions to accurately record the weight of waste, meeting the requirements for waste weighing registration in the "Medical Waste Management Regulations". In addition, the design of the detachable weighing module 20 is not only conducive to production and manufacturing, but also convenient for maintenance and replacement.

[0064] In some embodiments of the present invention, a display panel 50 is further included. The display panel 50 is provided on the barrel 10 and connected to the weighing module 20 to display weighing data. The display panel 50 can be an LED digital display or a liquid crystal display.

[0065] During use, medical waste is put into the barrel 10 to achieve automatic weighing, and the weighing data can be displayed on the display panel 50 on the barrel 10, which is convenient for obtaining and recording the weighing data. It is more convenient to use.

[0066] In one embodiment of the present invention, a U-shaped frame 101 is provided within the open cavity H10. The open side of the U-shaped frame 101 is connected to the top wall of the open cavity H10. The weighing module 20 is pluggable and removable within the U-shaped frame 101. Preferably, the U-shaped frame 101 and the cylinder are integrally formed. The front side of the U-shaped frame 101 is open, facilitating the insertion and removal of the weighing module 20.

[0067] In this embodiment, the design of the U-shaped frame 101 facilitates the detachable installation of the weighing module 20 and can be disassembled by plugging and unplugging. Its assembly and disassembly are very simple, which can not only more firmly install and fix the weighing module 20, but also facilitate the assembly and disassembly maintenance of the weighing module 20.

[0068] In one embodiment of the present invention, a guide rail portion 1011 is respectively provided on the left and right side walls of the U-shaped frame 101, and a guide groove is respectively provided on both sides of the weighing module 20. The two guide grooves correspond one-to-one to the two guide rail portions 1011, and each guide groove slides with the corresponding guide rail portion 1011.

[0069] To assemble the weighing module 20, simply align the guide grooves on both sides of the weighing module 20 with the guide rails 1011 on the two side walls of the U-shaped frame 101, and then push the weighing module 20 backward with a little force until the weighing module 20 is fully inserted into the U-shaped frame 101. To disassemble the weighing module 20, simply pull it out with a little force.

[0070] In this embodiment, the sliding fit structure of the guide rail portion 1011 and the guide groove can not only ensure the precise positioning and firm fixation of the weighing module 20, but more importantly, the weighing module 20 can be easily inserted or removed, greatly improving the efficiency of assembly and maintenance.

[0071] In one embodiment of the present invention, a display interface is provided on the rear side wall of the opening H10, and a display connector 205 is provided on the rear side of the weighing module 20. When the weighing module 20 is inserted into the U-shaped frame 101, the display connector is plugged into the display interface.

[0072] Specifically, in this embodiment, to facilitate the connection between the weighing module 20 and the display panel 50, a display interface is provided on the rear sidewall of the opening H10, and a display connector 205 is provided on the rear side of the weighing module 20. When the weighing module 20 is fully inserted into the U-shaped frame 101, the display connector 205 aligns perfectly with the display interface on the rear sidewall of the opening H10, allowing for precise insertion. This makes the connection between the weighing module 20 and the display panel 50 simple and convenient, eliminating the need for a separate data cable and resulting in a more streamlined and reliable overall structure.

[0073] In one embodiment of the present invention, the display panel 50 is located on the front surface of the barrel body 10, and the rear surface of the barrel body 10 is provided with a strip portion 102 extending in the up and down directions. The barrel body 10 is circumferentially surrounded by an annular portion 103, and the annular portion 103 intersects with the strip portion 102.

[0074] A first connection line connected to the display interface is provided in the strip portion 102 , a second connection line connected to the first connection line is provided in the annular portion 103 , and the display panel 50 is connected to the second connection line.

[0075] In this embodiment, the first and second connecting wires are arranged using the strip portion 102 on the rear surface of the barrel 10 and the annular portion 103 around the barrel 10, thereby achieving electrical connection between the display panel 50 and the weighing module 20. This circuit layout structure not only allows the circuits to be completely hidden within the barrel 10, resulting in a simpler and more beautiful appearance, but also ensures the reliability and stability of the electrical connection.

[0076] In one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of guide bars 104 are provided on the inner side wall of the barrel body 10 . The plurality of guide bars 104 are arranged at intervals around the circumference of the barrel body 10 , and each guide bar 104 extends in the up-down direction.

[0077] A plurality of guide openings H30 are provided on the outer periphery of the floating support plate. The plurality of guide openings H30 correspond one-to-one to the plurality of guide bars 104 . Each guide opening H30 slidably cooperates with the corresponding guide bar 104 to enable the floating support plate to float up and down.

[0078] In order to enable the floating pallet to float stably only in the up and down directions within the barrel body 10 and to avoid uncontrolled displacement and collision, in this embodiment, a plurality of vertically extending guide bars 104 are provided on the inner side wall of the barrel body 10. Preferably, these guide bars 104 can form an integral structure with the barrel body 10. A plurality of guide openings H30 are provided on the outer peripheral edge of the floating pallet. The position distribution of these guide openings H30 corresponds one-to-one to the position of the guide bars 104, and the size of the guide openings H30 is slightly larger than the cross-sectional size of the guide bars 104, so that the guide bars 104 can be accurately inserted therein, so that the floating pallet is constrained between the guide bars 104, and guided floating only in the up and down directions is achieved.

[0079] The sliding fit design of the guide bar 104 and the guide opening H30 can effectively prevent the floating pallet from tilting or shifting during the floating process, so that it can remain level to a greater extent, providing stable support for the medical waste placed on it, thereby ensuring the accuracy and reliability of weighing.

[0080] In some embodiments of the present invention, the weighing module 20 includes a main body 201, a load-bearing part 202 and an end plate 203, the two guide grooves are respectively arranged on both sides of the main body 201, the display connector 205 is arranged on the rear side of the main body 201, and the load-bearing part 202 is located on the top surface of the main body 201 and below the through hole and against the boss.

[0081] The end plate 203 is located at the front side of the body 201 . When the weighing module 20 is inserted into the U-shaped frame 101 , the end plate 203 closes the front side of the U-shaped frame 101 .

[0082] In this embodiment, the weighing module 20 employing the above-described structure utilizes the load-bearing portion 202 to receive the weight of the floating pallet 30, thereby ensuring accurate weighing. Furthermore, the end plate 203 seals the front of the U-shaped frame 101 when the weighing module 20 is inserted into the U-shaped frame 101. Thus, the entire weighing module 20, including the main body 201 and the load-bearing portion 202, is located within the U-shaped frame 101, providing isolation and protection. This ensures accurate and reliable weighing while also protecting the interior from contamination.

[0083] In one embodiment of the present invention, a fastener 204 is provided at the rear end of the body 201 , and a latch hole is provided on the rear side wall of the opening H10 . When the weighing module 20 is inserted into the U-shaped frame 101 , the fastener 204 engages with the latch hole.

[0084] To install the weighing module 20, fully insert it into the U-shaped frame 101 along the guide rails until it reaches the rear wall of the opening H10. Then, apply a moderate amount of force to push the weighing module 20 slightly backward, allowing the latch 204 at its rear end to fit into the latch hole on the rear wall of the opening H10. This securely locks the weighing module 20 in place, thanks to the engagement of the latch 204 and the latch hole.

[0085] In this embodiment, the fastener 204 cooperates with the card hole to achieve quick and convenient assembly of the weighing module 20, and after assembly, it is ensured that the weighing module 20 is reliably locked in the U-shaped frame 101, which can effectively prevent the weighing module 20 from shifting when it is impacted or vibrated, ensuring that the weighing function of the waste bin during use is more reliable and stable.

[0086] Preferably, the display panel 50 is further provided with buttons for controlling weighing for the user to operate and control, so that the user can conveniently perform weighing operations.

[0087] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.

[0088] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural transformations made by using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the utility model concept, or direct / indirect application in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A weighable medical waste barrel, characterized in that: include: A barrel body, wherein an open cavity is provided on the front side of the barrel body, the open cavity is located at the bottom of the barrel body, and a through hole is provided on the top wall of the open cavity that penetrates the internal space of the barrel body; A weighing module, the weighing module is pluggably connected in the opening cavity and is located below the through hole; A floating support plate is provided in the barrel body and is capable of floating freely in the vertical direction. A downwardly extending boss is provided at the bottom of the floating support plate. The boss passes through the through hole and abuts against the weighing module. A barrel cover is pivotally connected to the barrel body to open or close the barrel body.

2. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a display panel, which is arranged on the barrel body and connected to the weighing module for displaying weighing data.

3. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 2, characterized in that: A U-shaped frame is provided in the open cavity, an opening side of the U-shaped frame is connected to the top wall of the open cavity, and the weighing module is pluggable and connected in the U-shaped frame.

4. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The left and right side walls of the U-shaped frame are respectively provided with a guide rail portion, and the two sides of the weighing module are respectively provided with a guide groove, the two guide grooves correspond to the two guide rail portions one by one, and each guide groove is slidably matched with the corresponding guide rail portion.

5. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 4, characterized in that: A display interface is provided on the rear side wall of the open cavity, and a display connector is provided on the rear side of the weighing module. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the display connector is plugged into the display interface.

6. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The display panel is located on the front surface of the barrel body, and a strip portion extending in the up-down direction is provided on the rear surface of the barrel body. An annular portion is provided around the circumference of the barrel body, and the annular portion intersects with the strip portion. A first connection line connected to the display interface is provided in the strip portion, a second connection line connected to the first connection line is provided in the annular portion, and the display panel is connected to the second connection line.

7. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side wall of the barrel body is provided with a plurality of guide bars, which are arranged at intervals around the circumference of the barrel body, and each guide bar extends in the up-down direction; The outer periphery of the floating support plate is provided with a plurality of guide openings, and the plurality of guide openings correspond one-to-one to the plurality of guide bars. Each guide opening is slidably matched with the corresponding guide bar to enable the floating support plate to float up and down.

8. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The weighing module includes a body, a load-bearing portion, and an end plate. The two guide grooves are respectively provided on both sides of the body. The display connector is provided on the rear side of the body. The load-bearing portion is located on the top surface of the body and below the through hole and abuts against the boss. The end plate is located at the front side of the body. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the end plate closes the front side of the U-shaped frame.

9. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 8, characterized in that: A fastener is provided at the rear end of the body, and a latch hole is provided on the rear side wall of the open cavity. When the weighing module is inserted into the U-shaped frame, the fastener is engaged with the latch hole.

10. The weighable medical waste barrel according to claim 2, characterized in that: The display panel is also provided with buttons for controlling weighing for user operation and control.

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