US 12,507,817 B2 · Infection control filter label

Abstract

An infection control filter label includes a frame and a filter membrane that covers a window through the frame. The frame may be removably secured to a cover for an item, such as a cushion (e.g., a pillow, a positioner, a mattress topper, a mattress, a seat cushion, etc.), bedding (e.g., a duvet, etc.), or the like to provide a sealed cover for the item. The sealed cover may be impermeable, with the infection control filter label limiting the passage of dust and microorganisms (e.g., fungi, bacteria, mold spores, etc.) from passing therethrough. Thus, the sealed cover may protect its contents from external factors (e.g., sick individuals, etc.) while protecting the environment outside the sealed cover from the contents of the sealed cover. Information about the item may be provided on the frame; for example, by printing, writing, or the like.

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Dependent claims

A sealed cover for a cushion, comprising:

an impermeable material defining an exterior of a cover and an interior of the cover and meeting requirements for at least a level three classification under ANSI/AAMI PB70 liquid barrier performance specifications;
an opening extending through the impermeable material to enable communication between the exterior and the interior;
and
a filter removably positioned over the opening to seal the cover and including:
a frame with a window therethrough, the frame including a lower surface carrying a releasable adhesive material securing the frame to the impermeable material and an upper surface comprising a label;
and
a filter membrane extending across the window, the filter membrane and the releasable adhesive material providing an antimicrobial barrier over the opening.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

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