16 patent(s) in this week's alert:
Assignee Summary:| Patents | Owner |
| 2 | ARTHREX |
| 2 | Ford Global Technologies |
| 2 | Pregis |
| 2 | Unassigned |
| 1 | AFINITI AI |
| 1 | BIOMET 3I |
| 1 | Four Points Health Solutions |
| 1 | Glass Technologies |
| 1 | Horizon Therapeutics USA |
| 1 | Primo IP Holder |
| 1 | Sugarloaf River |
| 1 | TRUIST BANK |
| Patents | Class Code |
| 2 | A61B [DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION (analysing biologica...] |
| 2 | G06Q [DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS OR METHODS, SPECIALLY ADAPTED F...] |
| 1 | G07C [TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING...] |
| 1 | G16H [HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS, i.e. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICAT...] |
| 1 | H04M [TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION (circuits for controlling othe...] |
| 1 | A01N [PRESERVATION OF BODIES OF HUMANS OR ANIMALS OR PLANTS O...] |
| 1 | A61C [DENTISTRY; APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR ORAL OR DENTAL HYGI...] |
| 1 | A61K [PREPARATIONS FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, OR TOILET PURPOSES (d...] |
| 1 | B08B [CLEANING IN GENERAL; PREVENTION OF FOULING IN GENERAL (...] |
| 1 | B31D [MAKING ARTICLES OF PAPER, CARDBOARD OR MATERIAL WORKED ...] |
| 1 | B60R [VEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHER...] |
| 1 | B65D [CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATE...] |
| 1 | C05F [ORGANIC FERTILISERS NOT COVERED BY SUBCLASSES C05B, C05...] |
| 1 | G06F [ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems base...] |
Details on individual patents:
| #12778954 | Methods of treating gout |
| Applied: | 08/10/2021, #18/020761 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1911 days App to Issue] Normal range: (567 to 2059) |
| Pat Class: | A61K [PREPARATIONS FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, OR TOILET PURPOSES (d...] In this class there are; 148793 patents, 10660 companies, and 113040 inventors in 247 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 14; Normal range for this patent class is (4 to 28) |
| Assignee: | Horizon Therapeutics USA (Deerfield, IL) with total patents of: 11 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Atty: David Roadcap |
| 1st Invent: | Paul Michael Peloso (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | The disclosure provides methods of treating gout in patients comprising administering a PEGylated uricase in a shortened infusion period less than 120 minutes and a shortened infusion volume of less than 250 mL. Also provided are methods of treating gout in patients comprising co-administering a PEGylated uricase and methotrexate (MTX). Also provided are methods of reducing immunogenicity of a PEGylated uricase and prolonging the urate lowering effect comprising co-administration of the PEGylated uricase and MTX. |
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| #12779507 | Mobile washing and detailing systems |
| Applied: | 10/15/2024, #18/916315 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [749 days App to Issue] Normal range: (638 to 1816) |
| Pat Class: | B08B [CLEANING IN GENERAL; PREVENTION OF FOULING IN GENERAL (...] In this class there are; 7812 patents, 1395 companies, and 7923 inventors in 207 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (6 to 22) |
| Assignee: | Primo IP Holder (Bonita Springs, FL) with total patents of: 2 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Nixon Peabody LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Jonathan Christopher (Estero, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=1 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A system includes a frame, a spot-free water generator, a booster pump, a tank, a first pressure washer, and a first on-demand pump. The frame is configured to be received within and coupled to a portion of an interior of a vehicle. The spot-free water generator includes a carbon filter, a pre-filter, and a plurality of membranes and is configured to generate spot-free rinse water from tap water. The booster pump receives tap water from an exterior water inlet port and delivers the tap water to the spot-free water generator at a predetermined pressure. The tank is coupled to the frame and receives and stores at least a portion of the spot-free rinse water generated by the spot-free water generator. The first on-demand pump is coupled to the frame and is configured to deliver spot-free rinse water from the tank to the first pressure washer. |
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| #12779810 | Dunnage cut-assist biasing member |
| Applied: | 06/09/2025, #19/232557 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [512 days App to Issue] Unusually Fast Normal range: (728 to 1876) |
| Pat Class: | B31D [MAKING ARTICLES OF PAPER, CARDBOARD OR MATERIAL WORKED ...] In this class there are; 346 patents, 145 companies, and 773 inventors in 88 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (8 to 24) |
| Assignee: | Pregis (Chicago, IL) with total patents of: 20 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Fox Rothschild LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Thomas D. Wetsch (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A conversion apparatus is provided herein. The conversion apparatus includes a cutting member having an edge configured for cutting the dunnage material. The conversion apparatus also includes a biasing member that is located adjacent to the cutting member such that the dunnage material passes between the biasing member and the cutting member. The biasing member operably contacts the dunnage material thereby biasing the dunnage material against the cutting member. The position of the biasing member relative to the cutting member is such that in response to the dunnage material being retracted back into the conversion apparatus the cutting member begins to sever the dunnage material, but in response to the dunnage material traveling in the dispensing direction the cutting member does not begin to sever the dunnage material due to the relative position. |
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| #12778572 | Dual chamber locking ferrules designs for performing tensionable knotless surgical procedures |
| Applied: | 01/24/2024, #18/420973 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1014 days App to Issue] Normal range: (647 to 1957) |
| Pat Class: | A61B [DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION (analysing biologica...] In this class there are; 154269 patents, 10536 companies, and 106429 inventors in 251 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (8 to 26) |
| Assignee: | ARTHREX (Naples, FL) with total patents of: 807 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Carlson, Gaskey Olds, P.C. |
| 1st Invent: | Andrew Christian Petry (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=5 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | Systems and methods are provided for performing tensionable knotless surgical procedures. A suture locking device that includes a one-way locking mechanism may be utilized for tensioning and locking one or more strands of suture during the surgical procedure. The one-way locking mechanism may be established by one or more locking barbs of the suture locking device. |
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| #12778706 | Modular connection mechanism for pin-guided instruments |
| Applied: | 07/03/2024, #18/762748 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [853 days App to Issue] Normal range: (647 to 1957) |
| Pat Class: | A61B [DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION (analysing biologica...] In this class there are; 154269 patents, 10536 companies, and 106429 inventors in 251 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (8 to 26) |
| Assignee: | Arthrex (Naples, FL) with total patents of: 807 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Price Heneveld LLP |
| 1st Invent: | James Tyler Clevett (Bonita Springs, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=1 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A surgical accessory includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis from a distal head to a proximal engagement surface. At least one rib or land protrudes from the shaft along an intermediate portion between the distal head and the proximal engagement portion. The rib or land may form at least one flute at a helix angle along the intermediate portion. A detent is connected along the proximal engagement surface and engages a complimentary retention feature of a receiving socket in a coupled arrangement forming a coupling interface. |
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| #12780514 | Bagger with padding expansion |
| Applied: | 09/19/2025, #19/334756 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [410 days App to Issue] Unusually Fast Normal range: (554 to 1752) |
| Pat Class: | B65D [CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATE...] In this class there are; 35002 patents, 4841 companies, and 25676 inventors in 246 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 25; Unusually More Normal range for this patent class is (6 to 24) |
| Assignee: | Pregis (Chicago, IL) with total patents of: 20 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Fox Rothschild LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Thomas D. Wetsch (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=1 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A bagger device is provided. The bagger device can include a bag handler configured to handle packaging material configured to define a bag that has first and second walls enclosing an interior cavity configured to contain an object therein for shipping, the first wall including an expansion material that has an expandable configuration and that is expandable to an expanded configuration for providing padding to the first wall to protect the object contained within the interior cavity. The bagger device can further include an expansion device configured to apply expanding conditions to the packaging material, the expanding conditions configured to cause the expandable material to expand from the expandable configuration to the expanded configuration. |
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| #12780755 | Encapsulated fertilizer pod and method of use |
| Applied: | 08/16/2023, #18/234419 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1175 days App to Issue] Normal range: (549 to 1773) |
| Pat Class: | C05F [ORGANIC FERTILISERS NOT COVERED BY SUBCLASSES C05B, C05...] In this class there are; 598 patents, 302 companies, and 1185 inventors in 135 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 22; Normal range for this patent class is (7 to 25) |
| Assignee: | Unassigned |
| Counsel: | Atty: Adrienne Love |
| 1st Invent: | William E Nugent (Arcadia, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | An encapsulated fertilizer that is made up of a water-soluble film having a compartment containing a pre-selected amount of fertilizer granules. The fertilizer granules include at least three nutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium and are selected to target specific types of plants. Each fertilizer granule has a low salt index and is in a stable, non-leachable form. For proper manufacture, each fertilizer granule have aspect ratios dissimilar to 1 and low Sieve Grading Number. The water-soluble film pod is able to dissolve rapidly when exposed to an amount of water at a temperature of above 35 degrees Fahrenheit. |
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| #12784067 | Contact routing system |
| Applied: | 07/14/2023, #18/222049 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1208 days App to Issue] Normal range: (505 to 2193) |
| Pat Class: | G06Q [DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS OR METHODS, SPECIALLY ADAPTED F...] In this class there are; 92233 patents, 13018 companies, and 151897 inventors in 249 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (9 to 29) |
| Assignee: | AFINITI AI (Dublin, ) with total patents of: 8 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Rothwell, Figg, Ernst Manbeck, P.C. |
| 1st Invent: | Vadim Pliner (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=1 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A method of determining a customer lifetime value (CLV) associated with a customer identifier (CID) is provided. The method comprises determining a hazard function associated with the CID based on a baseline hazard function and a coefficient value associated with CID; and calculating the CLV associated with the CID based on the determined hazard function. The determined hazard function is for calculating a probability that a customer associated with the CID will churn during a time interval. |
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| #12784900 | Inventory management systems for linen and other items |
| Applied: | 05/03/2023, #18/142746 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1280 days App to Issue] Normal range: (545 to 1825) |
| Pat Class: | G16H [HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS, i.e. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICAT...] In this class there are; 9236 patents, 3980 companies, and 32912 inventors in 229 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (11 to 25) |
| Assignee: | Sugarloaf River (Bonita Springs, FL) with total patents of: 1 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Thomas | Horstemeyer, LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Daniel E. Weyen (Cashiers, NC) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | Systems for managing linen inventory that, in various embodiments, comprise a plurality of computerized smart bins that each comprise at least one weight sensor that is adapted to measure a weight of linen items within the respective smart bin. In particular embodiments, each respective smart bin is adapted to weigh items within the respective smart bin, determine a current number of items stored within the respective smart bin based on the measured weight of items within the respective smart bin, and communicate an indication of a number of items that need to be added to, or removed from, the smart bin in order to meet a particular inventory objective. The smart bins may be networked together with each other and/or with other smart devices or other computing devices to facilitate managing items within a facility, such as a healthcare facility. |
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| #12784113 | Automated claim integrity system |
| Applied: | 11/06/2025, #19/381116 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [362 days App to Issue] Unusually Fast Normal range: (505 to 2193) |
| Pat Class: | G06Q [DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS OR METHODS, SPECIALLY ADAPTED F...] In this class there are; 92233 patents, 13018 companies, and 151897 inventors in 249 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (9 to 29) |
| Assignee: | Four Points Health Solutions (Wentzville, MO) with total patents of: 1 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Kevin J Fournier Intellectual Property Legal Services Ltd |
| 1st Invent: | Chris Rogers (Bokeelia, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A system implements a method for managing claim integrity in healthcare revenue cycle management by collecting a dataset from electronic health records and payer records, including historical medical claims with approval and denial outcomes. Machine learning engines train models using patterns in claim denial outcomes. The system receives real-time data, including medical claims awaiting submission. Machine learning engines process each claim by extracting features, generating denial probability scores and denial category classifications, and providing explainability values through SHAP analysis. For claims with a denial probability above a specified threshold, the system identifies corrective actions, automates corrections via automation agents, and recomputes the claim scores. The system receives remittance data from payer systems, including medical claim adjustment reason codes for denied claims, and retrains the models based on this feedback, creating a closed-loop learning architecture. |
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| #12783481 | Database retention and destruction systems for records management |
| Applied: | 02/11/2025, #19/050321 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [630 days App to Issue] Normal range: (542 to 1836) |
| Pat Class: | G06F [ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems base...] In this class there are; 678293 patents, 21748 companies, and 436722 inventors in 250 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (9 to 27) |
| Assignee: | TRUIST BANK (Charlotte, NC) with total patents of: 535 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Shumaker, Loop Kendrick, LLP |
| 1st Invent: | David Alan Vogeler (Punta Gorda, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=3 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | Systems and methods initiate display of a module inventory interface including input(s) for data retention and destruction enrollment, at least one of the input(s) configured to define a retention period for object(s). An indication of a defined retention period for an object is received. Display of a required input for defining a field to be used for the defined retention period for the object is initiated, and a selection for the field to be used for the defined retention period for the object is received. Display of a retention lead input for indicating a records reviewer for authorizing destruction of the object outside of the defined retention period or retaining the object beyond the defined retention period and a name for the records reviewer is received. Display of a confirmation input for receiving confirmation of selections received via the module inventory interface is initiated, and the confirmation is received. |
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| #12778723 | Temporary abutment with combination of scanning features and provisionalization features |
| Applied: | 06/10/2022, #17/837971 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1607 days App to Issue] Normal range: (621 to 1925) |
| Pat Class: | A61C [DENTISTRY; APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR ORAL OR DENTAL HYGI...] In this class there are; 9412 patents, 830 companies, and 5274 inventors in 164 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 24; Normal range for this patent class is (6 to 24) |
| Assignee: | BIOMET 3I (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) with total patents of: 157 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Sheridan Ross P.C. |
| 1st Invent: | Stephen M. Herrington (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=6 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A lower region of a temporary abutment includes an anti-rotational feature for non-rotationally mating with a dental implant. An upper region of the temporary abutment includes a first anti-rotational structure and at least one retention groove. A top surface of the temporary abutment includes one or more informational markers that provide information concerning the dental implant. A temporary abutment cap is configured to be coupled to the upper region of the temporary abutment. The temporary abutment cap has at least one projection configured to mate with the at least one retention groove of the temporary abutment. The temporary abutment cap has a second anti-rotational structure that is configured to slidably engage the first anti-rotational structure of the temporary abutment. The temporary abutment cap is configured to be coupled with a temporary prosthesis such that the temporary prosthesis and the temporary abutment cap are removable from the temporary abutment. |
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| #12780129 | Vehicle having tailgate audio mode and method |
| Applied: | 11/01/2024, #18/934336 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [732 days App to Issue] Normal range: (497 to 1405) |
| Pat Class: | B60R [VEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHER...] In this class there are; 28676 patents, 2221 companies, and 23887 inventors in 225 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 19; Normal range for this patent class is (6 to 22) |
| Assignee: | Ford Global Technologies (Dearborn, MI) with total patents of: 24145 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Price Heneveld LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Brendan F. Diamond (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=2, M=4 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A vehicle has a body, a plurality of audio devices supported on or within the body, a motor and a plurality of electronic modules including an audio control module, a display control module, a lock control module, a brake control module and a modem control module. One or more batteries power the plurality of audio devices and the plurality of electronic modules. A controller is configured to control electrical power supplied to the plurality of electronic modules and configured to operate in a tailgate audio mode to control electric power supplied by the one or more batteries to the electronic modules in the tailgate audio mode. The controller determines available battery energy and expected energy and derates the power supplied to one or more of the plurality of electronic modules based on power supply of the one or more batteries in the tailgate audio mode. |
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| #12784513 | Systems and methods for inspecting a vehicle |
| Applied: | 11/01/2024, #18/934831 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [732 days App to Issue] Normal range: (454 to 1400) |
| Pat Class: | G07C [TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING...] In this class there are; 6561 patents, 2020 companies, and 19296 inventors in 215 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 20; Normal range for this patent class is (10 to 24) |
| Assignee: | Ford Global Technologies (Dearborn, MI) with total patents of: 24145 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Burris Law, PLLC |
| 1st Invent: | Brendan Diamond (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=6 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A method includes the generation of an inspection-related checklist based on one or more functions of a vehicle, the receipt of one or more commands to perform a vehicle function of the one or more vehicle functions, the performance of the vehicle function wherein one or more additional vehicles is configured to perform an inspection of the vehicle function while the vehicle is performing the vehicle function, and the transmission of an alert in response to the vehicle not passing the inspection. |
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| #12786304 | Systems and methods for hands-free communication in convertible vehicles |
| Applied: | 10/01/2024, #18/903253 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [763 days App to Issue] Normal range: (492 to 1912) |
| Pat Class: | H04M [TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION (circuits for controlling othe...] In this class there are; 43720 patents, 2983 companies, and 34012 inventors in 214 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 18; Normal range for this patent class is (9 to 29) |
| Assignee: | Unassigned |
| Counsel: | Firm: Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP |
| 1st Invent: | Brendan Diamond (Naples, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=0, M=4 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | A vehicle that can mitigate the effects of high ambient noise level is provided. The vehicle can determine using image data and/or other sensor data that the vehicle is in a convertible state. The vehicle further determines that an ambient noise level in the vehicle is higher than a threshold. The vehicle then switches the mode of operation in order to clearly receive audio input and interpret the audio input. The vehicle may enable a lip reading mode and/or a gesture and facial expression detection mode in order to determine words spoken by a user of the vehicle. The vehicle may further store association information between a gesture and a corresponding verbal command associated with the vehicle. In high ambient noise environments, the vehicle may suggest using the gestures/facial expressions instead of verbal commands. |
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| #12778131 | Antimicrobial glass compositions, glasses and polymeric articles incorporating the same |
| Applied: | 09/02/2022, #17/902214 |
| Issued: | 11/03/2026, [1523 days App to Issue] Normal range: (644 to 2140) |
| Pat Class: | A01N [PRESERVATION OF BODIES OF HUMANS OR ANIMALS OR PLANTS O...] In this class there are; 20394 patents, 1683 companies, and 11795 inventors in 218 other Metros. |
| Claims: | 18; Normal range for this patent class is (3 to 25) |
| Assignee: | Glass Technologies (Central, ) with total patents of: 1 (since 2005) |
| Counsel: | Firm: Clements Bernard Walker |
| 1st Invent: | Jianguo Wang (Cape Coral, FL) |
| Inventors: | Genders: F=1, M=2 |
| Abstract: 2000 char max | Articles include a glass, including leachable plurality of Cu{superscript}1+{/superscript} ions, a degradable phase, and a cuprite phase disposed within the degradable phase. The cuprite phase is disposed within the degradable phase. In aspects, the degradable phase can include B{subscript}2{/subscript}O{subscript}3{/subscript}, P{subscript}2{/subscript}O{subscript}5{/subscript}, and K{subscript}2{/subscript}O, and a durable phase can include SiO{subscript}2{/subscript}. In aspects, the glass can have a plurality of Cu{superscript}1+{/superscript} ions disposed on the surface of the glass and in the glass network and/or the glass matrix. The article may also include a polymer. The glasses and articles disclosed herein exhibit a 2 log reduction or greater in a concentration of at least one of {i}Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa {/i}bacteria, Methicillin Resistant {i}Staphylococcus aureus{/i}, and {i}E. coli{/i}, under the EPA Test Method for Efficacy of Copper Alloy as a Sanitizer testing condition and under Modified JIS Z 2801 for Bacteria testing conditions. |
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