Omnicell has filed a patent for a climate-controlled drawer with compartments and lids. The drawer includes insulation and a refrigeration system, and the compartments can be unlocked using solenoids. The drawer also has an air inlet, outlet, and a fan that draws air through the insulation. GlobalData’s report on Omnicell gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Omnicell, Automated drug dispensing systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Omnicell's grant share as of September 2023 was 61%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Climate-controlled insulated drawer with air flow path
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230314068A1) describes a new type of drawer with innovative features. The drawer includes insulation that creates an insulated interior, an air inlet on one side, an air outlet on the other side, and a fan. The fan draws air into the inlet and exhausts it out of the outlet, and the air flows through a defined air flow path created by the insulation.
In addition to the basic design, the drawer also incorporates a refrigeration system that cools the insulated interior. The fan helps to circulate air from outside the drawer through a condenser in the refrigeration system. The refrigeration system includes a compressor at the back of the drawer and an evaporator within the insulated interior.
The front side of the drawer, which is the first side mentioned, features a hidden air inlet within a handle. This design choice allows for a sleek and seamless appearance while still providing the necessary airflow.
The insulation used in the drawer includes a top panel that can slide to provide access to the insulated interior. This feature allows for easy loading and unloading of items while maintaining the desired temperature.
The drawer can also be divided into compartments using dividers, some of which have lids. These compartments can be locked and unlocked using actuators, which are solenoids mounted on printed circuit boards outside the insulated interior.
Overall, this patent describes a drawer with insulation, a refrigeration system, a fan for airflow, and various additional features such as hidden air inlets, sliding top panels, and lockable compartments. The design aims to provide a climate-controlled interior for storing items while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
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