Valve
Object number2016.95.7
Manufacturer
Respironics, Inc.
(1976 - 2008)
Datec. 1985
MediumPlastic; Metal; Paper; Adhesive
Credit LineGift of Philips Respironics
DescriptionHandmade prototype of adjustable valve. Plastic cylinder with second plastic cylinder penetrating near the top at ninety degrees. Black plastic knob at bottom connects to plastic platform inside cylinder that, in turn, connects to metal spring.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 4 × 1.25 × 2 in. (10.2 × 3.2 × 5.1 cm)MarksBottom of cylinder is covered in white sticker with black printed text "SleepEasy TM / Adjustable / CPAP Valve / RESPIRONICS INC."
Historical NotesHandmade prototype for adjustable valve for SleepEasy with production shock absorber with set pressure valve. Part of a collection related to Respironics and the Sleep-Easy system.Label TextMcGinnis spent more than a decade working in research and development of medical devices – at Westinghouse, then with Dr. George Magovern at Allegheny General Hospital –before starting his own company. His academic training and research work training allowed him to envision newer, less expensive ways to address the challenges of respiratory care. His use of disposable plastics made many of his innovations marketable.
Related person
Gerald McGinnis
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