Instrument recycling turnover box

By designing the placement frame assembly and snap-on assembly of the instrument recycling turnover box, the problems of clutter and wear during the instrument recycling process are solved, the convenience of classified collection, inventory and traceability is achieved, and the transportation stability and safety are improved.

CN223479624UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28NANJING DRUM TOWER HOSPITAL
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Application Number
CN202422642493.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-31
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-31

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Technical Problem

The used instruments in the existing instrument recycling turnover boxes are placed in a disorderly manner, which makes it inconvenient to count the number, easily wears out the tips of sharp instruments, and there are risks when checking the number of instruments.

Method used

An instrument recycling turnover box was designed, which included a box body, a sliding assembly, a placement frame assembly, a snap-on assembly, and an indicator assembly. The adjustable structure of the limit plate enabled the classified collection and stable transportation of instruments, and the QR code traceability function facilitated quantity verification.

Benefits of technology

It enables classified collection and inventory of instruments, facilitates cleaning, reduces wear and contamination risks, improves transportation stability, and facilitates traceability and verification.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an instrument recycling turnover box which comprises a box body, a box door is arranged on the front wall of the box body, two sliding assemblies are arranged in the box body, a placing frame assembly and a draining frame are arranged on the sliding assemblies, the sliding assemblies can be moved out of the box body in a sliding mode, and the placing frame assembly is located above the draining frame. The containing frame assemblies can be separated according to the types and the number of instruments, clamping assemblies used for preventing toppling during stacking transportation are arranged on the two side walls of the box body, and an indicating assembly used for tracing is further arranged on the front wall of the box body. The sterile medical kit has the advantages that the placing frame assemblies are separated according to the types and the number of instruments in the sterile medical kit, the cleaning baskets are placed, the used instruments are classified and collected, the number is conveniently counted, and meanwhile pollution and abrasion are reduced; the cleaning baskets can be directly put into the cleaning bin for cleaning, so that the subsequent sorting and placing workload is reduced; when a plurality of box bodies are stacked and transported, through cooperation of the clamping assemblies, the stability is improved, and toppling is prevented; and the indication assembly is convenient for tracing when problems occur.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical devices, specifically a medical device recycling and turnover box. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the supply room uses a single blue turnover box to deliver sterile supplies to all wards of the hospital daily. After use, each ward places the sterile supplies back into this blue turnover box, which is then collected and sterilized by the supply room the following day. The current turnover boxes lack any dividers or supports. After clinical use, sterile supplies are simply pre-treated (rinsed with water) in each ward before being placed in the turnover box. This results in haphazard placement, with items stacked on top of each other, water accumulating at the bottom, and sharp instruments exposed without protection. Instruments rub and collide with each other, causing wear and tear on the tips of sharp instruments such as scissors and needles. Before sending the daily quantity of soiled items to the supply room, ward nurses must wear gloves and recount all instruments in the blue turnover box. Because the nurses wear gloves and there are many types and quantities of used instruments, a second nurse is needed to assist in recording the count. The nurse counting must also be careful to prevent contamination of sharp instrument tips and potential injuries.

[0003] After the used instruments are transported back to the supply room, staff need to sort them a second time, checking whether the instruments randomly placed in the blue sorting boxes match the number sent by the system, and then classifying them and placing them into specific cleaning baskets in the supply room. The sorting and sorting work is huge and there is also a risk of contaminating sharp instrument tips and causing sharp instrument injuries. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem this utility model aims to solve is that existing medical device recycling and turnover boxes contain disorganized and haphazardly arranged used medical devices, making it difficult to count them and causing wear and tear on sharp tool tips. Furthermore, the supply room needs to verify the number of medical devices, and when discrepancies are found, it hinders traceability. To address these problems, this utility model proposes a medical device recycling and turnover box, comprising a box body with a door on the front wall. Two sliding components are located inside the box body, and a placement frame component and a drain frame are mounted on the sliding components. The sliding components can slide out of the box body. The placement frame component is located above the drain frame and can be divided according to the type and quantity of medical devices. The side walls of the box body are equipped with locking components to prevent tipping during stacking and transportation. The front wall of the box body also has an indicator component for traceability.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model, through the structure of the placement frame assembly, allows the limiting plate to be installed in different positions according to the type and quantity of instruments in the sterile medical pack, dividing the placement frame into multiple spaces for placing cleaning baskets. This facilitates the categorized collection of used instruments, making it easier to count quantities and reducing contamination and wear. Furthermore, the cleaning baskets can be directly placed into the cleaning chamber for cleaning, reducing subsequent sorting and placement workload. The rotatable structure of the limiting plate allows for leveling during delivery, facilitating the placement of sterile supply packs, and enabling reset and limiting of each cleaning basket upon collection. The snap-fit ​​assembly structure improves stability and prevents tipping when multiple boxes are stacked for transport, thanks to the cooperation of slots and blocks. The box handles facilitate the separation and sequential handling of the boxes. The indicator assembly structure holds a QR code; scanning the code provides relevant information, facilitating traceability in case of problems.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a door handle is provided on the outer surface of the cabinet door, which facilitates opening the cabinet door and retrieving the instruments.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the placement frame assembly includes a placement frame with a hollowed-out bottom plate. First handles are provided on the upper surfaces of both sides of the placement frame. Multiple through holes are provided on the front and rear walls of the placement frame. Multiple limiting plates are provided and installed inside the placement frame. The limiting plates divide the placement frame into multiple spaces for placing different cleaning baskets. During delivery, the limiting plates inside the placement frame can be laid flat, and the cleaning baskets are placed on the drain frame. The limiting plates inside the placement frame can then be laid flat, forming a single space for placing sterile supply packs. After being distributed to the ward, all sterile supply packs are removed, the limiting plates are reset, and the cleaning baskets in the drain frame are placed into the spaces divided by the limiting plates. After use, instruments are rinsed and placed into different cleaning baskets according to their type, facilitating quantity counting and unified disinfection and cleaning.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the limiting plate includes a fixing bolt, which passes through a through hole and is threaded to the lower end of the limiting plate. A protrusion is provided in the middle of the upper end of the limiting plate. Slide grooves are provided on both sides of the protrusion at the upper end of the limiting plate. A movable rod passes through the slide grooves. The outer end of the movable rod is connected to the limiting block, and the inner end of the movable rod is connected to the protrusion through a pressure spring. The limiting plate can rotate around the fixing bolt. When the inner end of the movable rod is pinched and pulled inward, the pressure spring compresses, and the movable rod drives the limiting block to move inward. The outer side of the limiting block is flush with the inner wall of the placement frame, at which point the limiting plate can be laid flat. To reset, simply pull the limiting plate to make it vertical and horizontal. The pressure spring resets, the limiting block moves outward, and the limiting plate can no longer rotate.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the limiting block is fitted to the upper surface of the placement frame. By fitting the limiting block to the upper surface of the placement frame, the limiting plate is fixed in place and cannot continue to rotate.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a second handle is provided on the upper surface of both sides of the drain frame. The second handle facilitates the removal of the drain frame for disinfection and sterilization.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the snap-fit ​​assembly includes a connecting plate that is connected to the two side walls of the box. A box handle is provided on the outer end face of the connecting plate, a locking block is provided on the upper end face of the connecting plate, and a locking groove is provided on the lower end face of the connecting plate. The box handle facilitates the movement of the box by medical staff. Since there are many wards and a large number of boxes, the locking groove and locking block work together to facilitate the transportation of the boxes.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, when the boxes are stacked vertically, the locking block of the lower locking component engages with the locking groove of the upper locking component, and the locking block and the locking groove cooperate with each other to reduce the probability of tipping over during stacking and transportation.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the indicating component includes a fixing plate, the lower end of which is hinged to the outer wall of the housing, and a locking bolt for threaded connection with the housing is provided on the upper part of the fixing plate. The fixing plate is a transparent plate, and a QR code for traceability is placed between the fixing plate and the outer wall of the housing. The QR code is clamped between the fixing plate and the outer wall of the housing and fixed and locked by the locking bolt. Scanning the QR code can obtain relevant information such as the number of instruments, which facilitates traceability.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sliding component includes a hollow rectangular frame, slide rails are provided on both sides of the rectangular frame, the slide rails are connected to the inner wall of the box, and a handle is provided on the front wall of the rectangular frame. The handle facilitates pulling the rectangular frame and moving it outward under the action of the slide rails. The middle of the rectangular frame is hollow and is used to install the placement frame and the drain frame.

[0015] The advantages of this utility model compared with the prior art are:

[0016] The technical solution of this utility model, through the structure of the placement frame assembly, allows the limiting plate to be installed in different positions according to the type and quantity of instruments in the sterile medical pack, dividing the placement frame into multiple spaces for placing cleaning baskets. This facilitates the categorized collection of used instruments, making it easier to count quantities and reducing contamination and wear. Furthermore, the cleaning baskets can be directly placed into the cleaning chamber for cleaning, reducing subsequent sorting and placement workload. The rotatable structure of the limiting plate allows for leveling during delivery, facilitating the placement of sterile supply packs, and enabling reset and limiting of each cleaning basket upon collection. The snap-fit ​​assembly structure improves stability and prevents tipping when multiple boxes are stacked for transport, thanks to the cooperation of slots and blocks. The box handles facilitate the separation and sequential handling of the boxes. The indicator assembly structure holds a QR code; scanning the code provides relevant information, facilitating traceability in case of problems. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the door of a recycling bin for machinery being opened;

[0018] Figure 2 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a recycling and turnover box for medical equipment;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of a recycling and turnover box for medical equipment.

[0020] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the cooperation between a placement frame assembly and a sliding assembly for a medical device recycling and turnover box.

[0021] Figure 5 A partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the limiting plate of a recycling and turnover box for medical equipment.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the cooperation between the drain frame and sliding component of a medical device recycling and turnover box;

[0023] The components are: 1-box body, 11-box door, 12-door handle, 2-placement frame assembly, 21-placement frame, 22-first handle, 23-through hole, 24-limiting plate, 241-fixing bolt, 242-moving rod, 243-limiting block, 244-pressure spring, 3-drain frame, 31-second handle, 4-clamping assembly, 41-box body handle, 42-clamping block, 43-clamping groove, 5-indicator assembly, 51-fixing plate, 52-locking bolt, 6-sliding assembly, 61-rectangular frame, 62-slide rail, 63-handle. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The following will refer to the appendix in the embodiments of this utility model. Figure 1-6 The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below. Example 1

[0025] like Figure 1-6 As shown, this utility model is a medical device recycling and turnover box, including a box body 1, a placement frame assembly 2, a drain frame 3, a snap-fit ​​assembly 4, an indicator assembly 5, and a sliding assembly 6.

[0026] like Figure 1-2 As shown, a door 11 is installed on the front wall of the box 1. The door 11 can be opened outwards. A door handle 12 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the door 11. The door can be opened by pulling the door handle 12.

[0027] Two sliding components 6 are provided, both installed inside the housing 1, and cooperate with the placement frame component 2 and the drain frame 3 respectively, so that the two can be pulled out from the housing 1, wherein the placement frame component 2 is located above the drain frame 3.

[0028] like Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the sliding component 6 includes a rectangular frame 61, which is a hollow structure used to install and place the frame component 2 and the drain frame 3. The two outer walls of the rectangular frame 61 are fixedly mounted with slide rails 62, which are existing technologies. The rectangular frame 61 is connected to the inner wall of the box 1 through the slide rails 62. The front wall of the rectangular frame 63 is fixedly connected with a handle 63. By pulling the handle 63, the rectangular frame 61 can be pulled out of the box 1 and moved to the outside under the action of the slide rails 62, making it convenient to retrieve the equipment.

[0029] like Figure 4 As shown, the placement frame assembly 2 includes a placement frame 21, which can be placed in the middle of the rectangular frame 61. The bottom plate of the placement frame 21 is hollowed out to facilitate the draining of residual water when collecting used instruments. The upper surfaces of both sides of the placement frame 21 are fixedly connected to the first handles 22, which facilitate the removal of the placement frame 21 as a whole. Multiple through holes 23 are opened on the front and rear walls of the placement frame 21, and the through holes 23 on the front and rear walls correspond one-to-one.

[0030] There are multiple limiting plates 24, all of which are installed inside the placement frame 21, dividing the placement frame 21 into multiple spaces for placing different cleaning baskets, thereby classifying and collecting different instruments, facilitating subsequent quantity counting, and the cleaning baskets can be placed into the cleaning chamber as a whole without secondary sorting.

[0031] The fixed position of the limiting plate 24 is adjustable, and it can be installed according to the size and number of cleaning baskets corresponding to the instruments in the sterile medical pack being delivered, making it more convenient to use.

[0032] like Figure 5As shown in the figure, the limit plate 24 includes a fixing bolt 241. The fixing bolt 241 passes through the through hole 23 and is threadedly connected to the lower end of the limit plate 24. Only the end of the fixing bolt 241 has threads, and the part in contact with the through hole 23 has no threads. Therefore, after the limit plate 24 is fixedly connected to the placement frame 21 through the fixing bolt 241, the limit plate 24 can rotate around the fixing bolt 241.

[0033] The middle of the upper end of the limit plate 24 protrudes upward to form a convex block. On both sides of the convex block at the upper end of the limit plate 24, "C"-shaped blocks are fixedly connected. The openings of the "C"-shaped blocks are in contact with the upper end of the limit plate 24, forming a slidable chute. The movable rod 242 passes through the chute. The end of the movable rod 242 located outside is fixedly connected to the limit block 243. The end of the movable rod 242 located inside protrudes upward to form a hanging ear convenient for fingers to pinch. The compression spring 244 is respectively connected to the hanging ear and the convex block.

[0034] Among them, the "C"-shaped block is provided with a notch on the upper surface close to the convex block. Under the action of the compression spring 244, the hanging ear moves away from the convex block. At this time, the movable rod 242 extends a certain distance,带动 the limit block 243 to extend outward and fit with the upper end surfaces of the front and rear walls of the placement frame 21, and the limit plate 24 cannot rotate continuously.

[0035] Pinch the convex block to make it displace inward. The movable rod 242带动 the limit block 243 to displace inward until the outer end surface of the limit block 243 is flush with the inner wall of the placement frame 21. At this time, the limit plate 24 can rotate and be placed flat, fitting with the bottom of the placement frame 21. At this time, the inside of the placement frame 21 is a whole space, and the compression spring 244 is in a compressed state. The limit block 243 is in close contact with the inner wall of the placement frame 21 and will not shake.

[0036] Since the instruments are configured in sets of sterile medical packages during downward delivery, the limit plate 24 can be placed flat, and the placement frame 21 is a large space, which is convenient for storing sterile supply packages. At this time, the cleaning basket needs to be placed in the drainage frame 3 below. When it reaches the ward area, after taking out the sterile supply package, pull the limit plate 24 to make it rotate and reset. When it becomes vertical, under the action of the compression spring 244, the limit block 243 displaces outward and fits with the upper end surface of the placement frame 21. The limit plate 24 is fixed and cannot rotate continuously. Then, put the cleaning basket in the drainage frame 3 back into the corresponding space, and wait for the subsequent classification and collection of the used instruments.

[0037] Of course, if the space of the cleaning basket corresponding to the instruments in the sterile medical package is sufficient to place all the required quantities for downward delivery, the sterile medical package can be directly placed in the cleaning basket for downward delivery, which is more convenient.

[0038] Such as Figure 6As shown, after the instruments are rinsed with clean water, they are placed in the corresponding cleaning basket. The bottom of the draining frame 31 is solid and is used to catch residual water. The draining frame 31 can be placed on the rectangular frame 61. The upper surfaces of both sides of the draining frame 3 are fixedly connected to the second handle 31, which makes it easy to pick up the draining frame 31.

[0039] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the snap-fit ​​assembly 4 includes a connecting plate, which is fixedly connected to the two side walls of the box 1. The outer end face of the connecting plate is fixedly connected to the box handle 41, which facilitates the overall handling of the box 1 by medical personnel. The upper end face of the connecting plate is fixedly connected to the snap-fit ​​block 42, and the lower end face of the connecting plate is recessed to form a slot 43. When the box 1 is stacked up and down for transportation, the snap-fit ​​block 42 of the snap-fit ​​assembly 4 located in the lower box 1 snaps into the slot 43 of the snap-fit ​​assembly 4 located in the upper box 1. The snap-fit ​​block 42 and the slot 43 cooperate with each other to improve stability and reduce the probability of tipping over during transportation.

[0040] like Figure 3 As shown, the indicator component 5 includes a fixing plate 51, which is a transparent plate and preferably made of acrylic material. A groove is opened on the outer wall of the housing 1. The lower end of the fixing plate 51 is hinged to the groove, and the upper part of the fixing plate 51 is threadedly connected to the groove through a locking bolt 52, so that the fixing plate 51 is tightly locked in the groove. A QR code paper is sandwiched between the fixing plate 51 and the groove. By scanning the code, information such as the quantity and origin of the equipment can be directly obtained, which is convenient for tracing the source.

[0041] The method of using the medical device recycling and turnover box in this embodiment is as follows:

[0042] When delivering the medical kits, first open the box door 11, pull out the upper sliding component 6, and place the placement frame component 2 inside. Then, simultaneously pinch the hanging ear inward to compress the pressure spring 244, causing the limiting block 243 to move inward. After the limiting plate 24 rotates and the whole thing is flattened, release the hanging ear. The supply room scans the QR code in the indicator component 5 to obtain the number of sterile medical kits consumed in the ward yesterday. Take out the same number of sterile medical kits and place them in the placement frame 21. Push the placement frame component 2 into the box body 1. Then, pull out the lower sliding component 6, place the drain frame 3 inside, and place the corresponding washing basket into the drain frame 3.

[0043] During transport, all the boxes 1 are stacked one on top of the other. The locking block 42 of the locking component 4 of the lower box 1 is locked into the locking slot 43 of the locking component 4 of the upper box 1 to improve stability and reduce the probability of tipping over.

[0044] After delivery to the ward, the ward scans the QR code in the indicator component 5 to verify the information and quantity. Once confirmed, all sterile medical packs are removed and stored. The drain frame 3 is pulled out, all the cleaning baskets are removed, and then the placement frame component 2 is pulled out. The limiting plate 24 is pulled up to reset and fix it so that it cannot continue to rotate. The cleaning baskets are then placed into their corresponding spaces in sequence. Used instruments are then placed into their corresponding cleaning baskets for collection. This sorting also makes it easier to count the quantity.

[0045] After the supply room is collected, scan the QR code in the indicator component 5, check the quantity again, and after confirming that it is correct, take out the cleaning basket and the equipment together and put them directly into the cleaning chamber for sterilization and disinfection. At the same time, take out the placement frame 21 and the drain frame 31 for cleaning and disinfection in preparation for subsequent use.

[0046] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept of this utility model and should not be used to limit the protection scope of this utility model. Any modifications made to the technical solution based on the technical concept proposed by this utility model shall fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A medical device recycling and turnover box, comprising a box body (1), characterized in that: The front wall of the box (1) is provided with a door (11), two sliding components (6) are provided inside the box (1), and the placement frame component (2) and the drain frame (3) are provided on the sliding component (6). The sliding component (6) can slide out of the interior of the box (1). The placement frame component (2) is located above the drain frame (3). The placement frame component (2) can be divided according to the type and quantity of instruments. The two side walls of the box (1) are provided with snap-fit ​​components (4) to prevent tipping during stacking and transportation. The front wall of the box (1) is also provided with an indicator component (5) for traceability.

2. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: A door handle (12) is provided on the outer surface of the box door (11).

3. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The placement frame assembly (2) includes a placement frame (21), the bottom plate of the placement frame (21) is hollowed out, the upper surfaces of both sides of the placement frame (21) are provided with first handles (22), the front and rear walls of the placement frame (21) are provided with multiple through holes (23), multiple limiting plates (24) are provided and installed inside the placement frame (21), and the limiting plates (24) divide the placement frame (21) into multiple spaces for placing different cleaning baskets.

4. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting plate (24) includes a fixing bolt (241), which passes through the through hole (23) and is threaded to the lower end of the limiting plate (24). A protrusion is provided in the middle of the upper end of the limiting plate (24). Slide grooves are opened on both sides of the protrusion at the upper end of the limiting plate (24). The movable rod (242) passes through the slide groove. The outer end of the movable rod (242) is connected to the limiting block (243). The inner end of the movable rod (242) is connected to the protrusion through a pressure spring (244).

5. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting block (243) is attached to the upper surface of the placement frame (21).

6. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper surfaces of both sides of the drain frame (3) are provided with second handles (31).

7. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The snap-fit ​​assembly (4) includes a connecting plate, which is connected to the two side walls of the box (1). A box handle (41) is provided on the outer end face of the connecting plate, a snap block (42) is provided on the upper end face of the connecting plate, and a snap groove (43) is provided on the lower end face of the connecting plate.

8. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 7, characterized in that: When the boxes (1) are stacked up and down, the locking block (42) of the lower locking component (4) is locked into the slot (43) of the upper locking component (4).

9. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The indicator component (5) includes a fixing plate (51), the lower end of which is hinged to the outer wall of the box (1), and the upper part of the fixing plate (51) is provided with a locking bolt (52) for threaded connection with the box (1). The fixing plate (51) is a transparent plate, and a QR code for traceability is placed between the fixing plate (51) and the outer wall of the box (1).

10. The medical device recycling and turnover box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding component (6) includes a hollow rectangular frame (61), with slide rails (62) on both sides of the rectangular frame (61), the slide rails (62) being connected to the inner wall of the box (1), and a handle (63) on the front wall of the rectangular frame (61).