UFP Technologies. has been granted a patent for a system featuring a substrate with multiple apertures and removable clips. The clips are designed to engage the substrate’s edges, facilitating secure attachment and functionality, with specific configurations for tube and syringe engagement. GlobalData’s report on UFP Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Removable clips for engaging apertures in a substrate
The patent US12042308B2 describes a system that includes a substrate featuring multiple apertures and a series of clips designed for secure attachment. The substrate is characterized by a first plurality of apertures arranged in a circular formation, with a second plurality of apertures located within this circle. The clips, which include a first, second, and third clip, are removably attached to the first three apertures, while a fourth clip connects to the inner apertures. Each clip is designed with a body and multiple fingers that create tube-engaging regions, along with legs that extend in the opposite direction to facilitate engagement with the edges of the apertures. Notably, the clips are constructed to be resilient and can be made from plastic material, with some configurations allowing for a monolithic design.
Additionally, the system may include a tube secured to the substrate through the clips, which helps maintain the tube's circular, coiled shape. The design incorporates features such as teeth within the tube-engaging regions to enhance grip and stability. The substrate can be made from various materials, including plastics and metals, and may also feature additional apertures for further functionality. Furthermore, the system includes a tool clip designed to engage specific portions of the substrate, enhancing the overall versatility of the assembly. The tool clip is structured to accommodate various configurations, allowing it to engage multiple edges of the apertures simultaneously, thereby providing a robust solution for securing tools or other components within the system.
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