US20080179339A1 - InsuCozi - Google Patents

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US20080179339A1
US20080179339A1 US11/699,824 US69982407A US2008179339A1 US 20080179339 A1 US20080179339 A1 US 20080179339A1 US 69982407 A US69982407 A US 69982407A US 2008179339 A1 US2008179339 A1 US 2008179339A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D23/00—Details of bottles or jars not otherwise provided for
    • B65D23/08—Coverings or external coatings
    • B65D23/0842—Sheets or tubes applied around the bottle with or without subsequent folding operations
    • B65D23/0871—Stretched over the bottle
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D81/00—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/38—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
    • B65D81/3876—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation insulating sleeves or jackets for cans, bottles, barrels, etc.

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  • This invention relates to insulin vials used by Diabetics.
  • the Protector/Identifier (InsuCozi) will cover the insulin vial used by a Diabetic patient and allow them to identify and protect their Insulin vials.
  • the insulin vials used by Diabetics are small glass bottles (10 Ml) that must be kept cool, and must be used in proportion to their medical needs.
  • the Protector/Identifier will allow the patient to identify each of the insulins they may be using, and the Silicone rubber texture will allow them to hold onto the vial easier while preparing their injection.
  • the Vial Protector/Identifier is intended to be available in three (3) different shapes; Hexagon (6 sided), round, and Square (4 sided).
  • This invention is derived from the medical industries need for Diabetic patients to make sure they are using the correct insulin, as well as ensure their insulin vials are protected from air temperature and breakage due to dropping.
  • the standard insulin vial is small and difficult to handle, and is nondescript making it difficult for identification.
  • a blind Diabetic has no way of knowing if they are receiving the correct amount of the prescribed Insulin.
  • FIG. 1 Standard 10 Ml. vial to be protected
  • FIG. 2 Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier with Hexagon (6 sided) version covering standard 10 Ml. vial.
  • FIG. 3 Looking at bottom of Silicone rubber Protector/Identifier
  • FIG. 4 Looking at bottom of Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier showing open ended bottom with 1 ⁇ 2 inch hole allowing bottle to slide through for insertion and removal.
  • FIG. 5 Tapered top of Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier enables vial to slide through for insertion and removal of vial.

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A flexible cover for Diabetic insulin vials. The vial protector/identifier (The InsuCozi) is fabricated from silicone rubber. The protector/identifier is in the form of the vial's outside diameter. The protector/identifier's elasticity allows it to expand and contract enough for ease of receiving of said vial, yet form fitting so vial will not escape until intended by patient. The top of the protector/identifier conforms slightly to said vial to be protected/identified. The very bottom of the protector/identifier is open ended to allow for receiving and removal of said vial.

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    APPLICABILITY OF THE INVENTION
  • This invention relates to insulin vials used by Diabetics. The Protector/Identifier (InsuCozi) will cover the insulin vial used by a Diabetic patient and allow them to identify and protect their Insulin vials. The insulin vials used by Diabetics are small glass bottles (10 Ml) that must be kept cool, and must be used in proportion to their medical needs. The Protector/Identifier will allow the patient to identify each of the insulins they may be using, and the Silicone rubber texture will allow them to hold onto the vial easier while preparing their injection. The Vial Protector/Identifier is intended to be available in three (3) different shapes; Hexagon (6 sided), round, and Square (4 sided).
    • BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • This invention is derived from the medical industries need for Diabetic patients to make sure they are using the correct insulin, as well as ensure their insulin vials are protected from air temperature and breakage due to dropping. The standard insulin vial is small and difficult to handle, and is nondescript making it difficult for identification. A blind Diabetic has no way of knowing if they are receiving the correct amount of the prescribed Insulin.
    • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
  • FIG. 1. Standard 10 Ml. vial to be protected
  • FIG. 2. Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier with Hexagon (6 sided) version covering standard 10 Ml. vial.
  • FIG. 3. Looking at bottom of Silicone rubber Protector/Identifier
  • FIG. 4. Looking at bottom of Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier showing open ended bottom with ½ inch hole allowing bottle to slide through for insertion and removal.
  • FIG. 5. Tapered top of Silicone Rubber Protector/Identifier enables vial to slide through for insertion and removal of vial.
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  • While the forms of Silicone Protector/Identifier herein described constitute preferred embodiments of the invention, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to these precise forms, colors, materials, and that changes may be made therein without departing from the scope of the invention which is defined in the claims.

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1. A vial cover comprising of:
A Silicone rubber cover open ended on both sides for reception and removal of vial.
2. A vial cover according to claim 1 wherein top (neck) tapers to conform to said vial's neck, but allows for reception and removal of said vial.
3. A vial cover according to claim 2 wherein rubber on bottom rolls around to conform to bottom of said vial.
4. A vial cover according to claim 3 wherein bottom has hole to allow for reception and removal of said vial.
5. A vial cover according to claim 4 wherein raised horizontal lines (from 1 to 4) are on all sides to conform to the U.S. Food and Drug regulations enabling blind patients to discern different types of Insulin. NOTE: This is not yet an FDA regulation for insulin manufacturers, but has been proposed.
6. A vial cover according to claim 5 wherein different shapes will be used to help Identify different types of insulin. Said shapes shall be Round, Hexagon (6 sided), and Square (4 sided).
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US11/699,824 US20080179339A1 (en) 2007-01-30 2007-01-30 InsuCozi
US13/459,068 US20120211503A1 (en) 2007-01-30 2012-04-27 Medicinial Vial Protector and Identifier System
US29/419,500 USD713541S1 (en) 2007-01-30 2012-04-27 Protective sleeve for a vial
US29/419,503 USD713542S1 (en) 2007-01-30 2012-04-28 Protective sleeve for a vial

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US29/419,500 Continuation-In-Part USD713541S1 (en) 2007-01-30 2012-04-27 Protective sleeve for a vial
US29/419,503 Continuation-In-Part USD713542S1 (en) 2007-01-30 2012-04-28 Protective sleeve for a vial

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US20090107947A1 (en) * 2007-10-26 2009-04-30 Knaack Jesse A Protective device
US8662328B2 (en) 2010-09-23 2014-03-04 9224-9838 Quebec Inc. Interconnecting container system
US8678229B1 (en) * 2009-02-26 2014-03-25 Sharla M. Alford Protective sleeve system for vials
US20180134456A1 (en) * 2016-11-14 2018-05-17 Amber Askins Gearhart Decorative Sleeve for Soft-Packaging Products

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US20060091143A1 (en) * 2004-11-03 2006-05-04 Vinit Chantalat Heat insulating covering for beverage containers
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US5133469A (en) * 1991-06-11 1992-07-28 Crystal Clear Inc. Stackable bottle
US5558452A (en) * 1992-10-29 1996-09-24 Pentel Kabushiki Kaisha Holder tube for writing instrument
US5467891A (en) * 1995-04-13 1995-11-21 Robert S. Scheurer Beverage container insulator
US5695090A (en) * 1995-05-22 1997-12-09 Burdick; Geoffrey C. Impact resistant insulating bottle container
USD383947S (en) * 1996-04-17 1997-09-23 Sweetheart Cup Company, Inc. Thermal insulating sleeve for drink cups
US6227371B1 (en) * 2000-05-12 2001-05-08 Julie Song Medical container and system
US7334698B2 (en) * 2004-10-19 2008-02-26 Renee Tobias Protective container for an ampoule
US20060091143A1 (en) * 2004-11-03 2006-05-04 Vinit Chantalat Heat insulating covering for beverage containers
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US20090107947A1 (en) * 2007-10-26 2009-04-30 Knaack Jesse A Protective device
US9227761B2 (en) * 2007-10-26 2016-01-05 Jesse A. Knaack Bottle protection device
US8678229B1 (en) * 2009-02-26 2014-03-25 Sharla M. Alford Protective sleeve system for vials
US8662328B2 (en) 2010-09-23 2014-03-04 9224-9838 Quebec Inc. Interconnecting container system
US20180134456A1 (en) * 2016-11-14 2018-05-17 Amber Askins Gearhart Decorative Sleeve for Soft-Packaging Products
US11713165B2 (en) * 2016-11-14 2023-08-01 Amber Askins Gearhart Decorative sleeve for soft-packaging products

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