US5636382A
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Protective systems for sensitive skin
Assignee: W.L. Gore and Associates Inc
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Filing: 1994-11-15
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Granted: 1997-06-10
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Expires: 2014-11-15
Abstract
Abstract A protective glove system having at least two components including a waterproof and water vapor permeable inner glove component that provides a barrier against allergens and an outer glove component that is liquidproof. A method of using the glove system is also provided. Protective shoe systems, body suits, and headgear systems are also provided.
Inventors
- 👤 David A. Chopko
- 👤 Brent I. Goodwin
- 👤 Francis J. Masley
- 👤 Jaclyn M. Woll
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 03:34
CPC Classifications
A; A42; A42B; A42B1/00; A42B1/018; A42B1/0189; A41; A41D; A41D19/00; A41D19/001; A41D19/0055; A42B3/00; A42B3/04; A42B3/10; A42C; A42C5/00; A42C5/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 22
Claim 1
Independent Claim
58 words
A protective glove system comprising at least two components including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove component that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants and has a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 2000 g/m 2 -/24 hrs.; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
58 words
A protective glove system comprising at least two components including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove component that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants and has a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 2000 g/m 2 -/24 hrs.; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the outer glove component is selected from the group including latex rubber, synthetic rubber, vinyl, and elastomeric protective barrier gloves.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the outer component is a reusable glove.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the inner glove component is comprised of a film selected from the group including polyurethane, copolyether esters, polyacrylates, polypropylene, polytetrafluoroethylene, polyamide, copolyether, amides.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the inner glove component is comprised of a film of polymeric materials that have not been rendered microporous.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
36 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the inner glove component is comprised of a laminate including a layer of nonabsorbent fabric material bonded to a layer of waterproof and water vapor permeable material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
20 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein the layer of nonabsorbent fabric material is a non-woven polymer fabric.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein the layer of nonabsorbent fabric is selected from the group including woven materials and knitted materials.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
35 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein the layer of waterproof and water vapor permeable material is a film selected from the group including polyurethane, copolyether esters, polyacrylates, polypropylene, polytetrafluoroethylene, polyamide, copolyether, amides.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
25 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein the layer of waterproof and water vapor permeable material is a film of expanded porous polytetrafluoroethylene.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
31 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein the layer of waterproof and water vapor permeable material is a film of a polymeric material that has not been rendered microporous.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
34 words
A protective glove system according to claim 6 wherein a continuous layer of hydrophilic polymer is used to bond the layer of nonabsorbent fabric to the layer of waterproof and water vapor permeable material.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
28 words
A protective glove system according to claim 1 wherein the inner glove component and outer glove component are provided with extended arm regions so as to form gauntlets.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
50 words
A protective glove system comprising at least two components including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove comprised of a film of expanded porous polytetrafluoroethylene that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
50 words
A protective glove system comprising at least two components including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove comprised of a film of expanded porous polytetrafluoroethylene that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
Claim 17
Independent Claim
49 words
A method of using a glove component system comprising the steps of first, donning an inner glove comprising a waterproof, moisture vapor permeable inner glove component having an MVTR of at least 2000 and second, donning an outer liquidproof glove comprising a liquidproof material over the first glove component.
Claim 18
Independent Claim
49 words
A method of using a glove component system comprising the steps of first, donning an inner glove comprising a waterproof, moisture vapor permeable inner glove component having an MVTR of at least 2000 and second, donning an outer liquidproof glove comprising a liquidproof material over the first glove component.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
30 words
A method of using a glove component system according to claim 15 further comprising the step of applying a topical treatment to a hand before donning the inner glove component.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
38 words
A method of using a glove component system according to claim 15 further comprising the step of removing the outer glove and disinfecting the inner glove component with a solution selected from the group including alcohols and biocides.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
69 words
A protective system for protecting a wearer of the system against penetration by allergens which comprises a two component system including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove component that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants and has a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 2000 g/m 2 /24 hrs.; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
69 words
A protective system for protecting a wearer of the system against penetration by allergens which comprises a two component system including: (a) a waterproof and moisture vapor permeable inner glove component that reduces exposure to allergens and irritants and has a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 2000 g/m 2 /24 hrs.; and (b) a separate, removable liquid-proof occlusive outer glove component positioned over the inner glove component.
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