An automatic mask dispenser handles procedure masks of a type having filtration material inside ear loops by use of a high engagement material on a movable surface that can selectively remove the lowermost mask. In one embodiment opposed moving surfaces are provided to fold the mask hygienically about its inner surface for dispensing to the user.

The present disclosure is directed to a dispensing assembly. The dispensing assembly includes a container having a plurality of exterior panels that define an internal chamber. The exterior panels include at least opposing side panels and a top panel having an opening configured to dispense a plurality of articles therethrough. The dispensing assembly also includes an article dispensing component housed within the internal chamber that includes a base panel arranged with the top panel of the container so as to form an article storage area. The article storage area is configured to receive the plurality of articles. The base panel is biased towards the top panel via at least one flexible member that is secured to at least one of the opposing side panels of the container. Thus, the flexible member is configured to allow movement of the base panel towards to the top panel as each article is dispensed from the opening.

Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable sample collection component. The reader component may communicate with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or contaminants in a sample.

The facemask dispensing device an apparatus that is intended to dispense a protective equipment such as masks to a user before entering a building or other location. The dispenser allows a user to extract a single use mask without having to touch other surfaces or masks contained in the dispenser. The dispenser is provided a body which houses a plurality of masks and a mounting plate that may allow for the dispenser to be mounted onto a wall. The plurality of masks may be push towards a front of the dispenser to an opening where a user can simply grab a mask to wear. Each of the plurality of masks may be contained in a package to further prevent contamination of other masks positioned inside the dispenser. Furthermore, the dispenser may be positioned in a vertical manner instead of being mounted onto a wall.

The present application relates to a pre-packaged wipe enclosure comprising a cavity for holding pre-packaged wipes and an integrated receptable separated from the cavity, a first opening providing access to the cavity, a second opening providing access to the integrated receptacle, a first hinged door to cover the first opening, and a second hinged door to cover the second opening.

An assistive device for applying and removing a protective shoe cover from a shoe of a user includes a base, a shoe cover application mechanism supported by the base and configured to releasably receive and retain a protective shoe cover in an expanded state for applying the expanded protective shoe cover to a shoe, and a shoe cover removal mechanism supported by the base and configured to releasably grip a portion of a protective shoe cover fitted on a shoe for removing the protective shoe cover from the shoe. The assistive device may be stored in a device holder mountable to a vertical support surface. A protective shoe cover includes a non-rigid body, an elastic portion, and at least one device engagement element on the non-rigid body and configured to releasably engage an assistive device for at least one of applying the protective shoe cover to a shoe or removing the protective shoe cover from a shoe.

The invention relates to the field of individual hygiene and in particular disinfecting nonwoven articles. A dry antibacterial article comprising at least a dispersible nonwoven layer is characterized in that unprotected and dry bacterial spores are spread within the nonwoven layer, said spores being selected to specifically inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria upon reactivation. The invention further relates to the use of the antibacterial article, a dispenser for wipes made from the article as well as manufacturing processes.

An assistive device for applying and removing a protective shoe cover from a shoe of a user includes a base, a shoe cover application mechanism supported by the base and configured to releasably receive and retain a protective shoe cover in an expanded state for applying the expanded protective shoe cover to a shoe, and a shoe cover removal mechanism supported by the base and configured to releasably grip a portion of a protective shoe cover fitted on a shoe for removing the protective shoe cover from the shoe. The assistive device may be stored in a device holder mountable to a vertical support surface. A protective shoe cover includes a non-rigid body, an elastic portion, and at least one device engagement element on the non-rigid body and configured to releasably engage an assistive device for at least one of applying the protective shoe cover to a shoe or removing the protective shoe cover from a shoe.

Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable sample collection component. The reader component may communicate with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or contaminants in a sample.

A dispenser adapted to be mounted to a structure wall and to allow consumables to be dispensed from a consumables box, the dispenser comprising a front wall, at least one back wall, first and second walls, and at least one support wall. The front wall defines and extends completely around an aperture. The first and second walls each extend between the front wall and the at least one back wall. The at least one support wall extends from at least one of the front wall, the at least one back wall, and the first and second walls. The consumables box is supported by the at least one support wall such that a first portion defined by the at least one back wall is configured to engage the consumables box and a second portion defined by one of the first and second walls is configured to engage the consumables box.