Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2019
Title: Innovations by John McGrath in Contact Lens Packaging
Introduction
John McGrath is an innovative inventor based in Limerick, Ireland. He has made significant contributions to the field of vision care, particularly in the packaging of contact lenses. His work focuses on enhancing the safety and usability of contact lens packages.
Latest Patents
John McGrath holds a patent for a "Contact lens package with reduced lens-package interactions and method of making." This invention addresses the challenges associated with traditional contact lens packaging. The packages designed by McGrath feature reduced 'head space,' which is the distance from the lid to the lens. The inclusion of dimples in the design achieves this reduced head space, with specifications indicating that the dimple sag is equal to or less than 1.90 mm, or the volume displaced is equal to or less than 360 µl. These innovations have been shown to reduce the folded lens rate during shipping and handling. Additionally, lenses stored in low head space packages in a 'foil down' orientation exhibit characteristics closer to those stored in a 'foil up' orientation. The packages also incorporate a foil 3D pattern at a smaller scale than the dimple, which helps reduce lens sticking to the foil and serves as an anti-counterfeiting measure.
Career Highlights
John McGrath is associated with Johnson and Johnson Vision Care, Inc., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in the field of vision care. His work has been instrumental in improving the packaging and handling of contact lenses, ensuring better protection and usability for consumers.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, McGrath has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Vincent Henri Barre and Edward R Kernick. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in the vision care industry.
Conclusion
John McGrath's contributions to contact lens packaging demonstrate his commitment to innovation and improvement in vision care. His patented designs not only enhance the safety of contact lenses but also address practical challenges faced by users.