Sterile Container Marking Plates With Snap-Fit Tray Interfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing labeling systems for medical sterile containers and sieve trays in medical facilities lack a unified, flexible, and efficient marking system that can be used across various applications, leading to the need for multiple systems and cumbersome tag attachments.
Innovation Solution
A marking system featuring snap-fit interfaces on sterile containers and sieve trays, allowing identification plates to be securely and easily attached and detached using complementary locking structures, including adapter elements for compatibility with conventional containers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If tags or labels are used for marking sterile containers and sieve trays, then identification can be achieved, but the system becomes cumbersome and requires multiple different labeling systems for different applications
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal marking system where a single type of marking plate with a standardized interface can be used on both sterile containers and sieve trays. The marking plate features a coupling interface that can engage with complementary interfaces on different container types, eliminating the need for multiple specialized labeling systems and reducing overall system complexity while maintaining versatility across different medical instrument marking applications
Solution Approach 2:
The marking system is segmented into modular components: the marking plate itself, the coupling interface on the plate, and the complementary interface on the containers/trays. This segmentation allows the marking plate to be a standardized component that can be detached and reattached to different containers, providing versatility without requiring integrated marking solutions for each container type
2Ease of operation
If tags are attached within easy reach for identification, then identification is possible, but the attachment becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the marking function from the container structure itself, using a separate, detachable marking plate that can be independently attached and removed. This extraction allows the marking operation to be performed quickly by simply attaching the plate to the complementary interface, reducing the time and effort required compared to traditional tagging methods that require threading or complex attachment procedures
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling interface acts as an intermediary mechanism between the marking plate and the container. This intermediary features a snap-fit or click-attachment design that enables rapid attachment and detachment without requiring manual threading, tying, or complex fastening operations, thereby significantly reducing the time and effort needed for marking operations
3Reliability
If multiple different labeling systems are maintained for various applications, then specific marking needs are met, but the overall system complexity increases and maintenance burden grows
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal marking system where a single type of marking plate with a standardized interface can be used on both sterile containers and sieve trays. The marking plate features a coupling interface that can engage with complementary interfaces on different container types, eliminating the need for multiple specialized labeling systems and reducing overall system complexity while maintaining versatility across different medical instrument marking applications
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies homogeneity by standardizing the marking plate design and coupling interface across all marking applications. All marking plates use the same interface type, and all containers/trays are equipped with compatible complementary interfaces, creating a homogeneous system that simplifies training, maintenance, and operations while ensuring consistent marking reliability across different container types
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an identification system for medical sterile containers (1) and mesh trays (2) for accommodating medical instruments, comprising a number of (i.e. one or more) sterile containers (1), a number of (i.e. one or more) mesh trays (2) and a number of (i.e. one or more) identification plates (13, 14), each identification plate (13, 14) having an interface (19a, 19b), at least one counterpart interface (24, 25, 26, 27) complementary to the interface (19a, 19b) being formed or arranged on each sterile container (1) and each mesh tray (2), and the interface (19a, 19b) and the counterpart interface (24, 25, 26, 27) being designed to retain at least one identification plate (13, 14) on one of the sterile containers (1) or on one of the mesh trays (2).