Abstract: A filter bowl is disclosed. The filter bowl includes an elongated canister having an open end, a closed end and a wall having an exterior surface, the exterior surface having a plurality of rolled threads. The exterior surface includes an unthreaded portion disposed between the open end and the plurality of rolled threads. The filter bowl is preferably made of steel and is produced in a process including the steps of: 1) deep drawing the elongated canister and 2) rolling threads onto the exterior surface of the canister.

Abstract: A portable, integrated litter pan for a cat or other domesticated animal which comprises a housing of an upper section and lower section detachably secured together to provide a substantially closed container. The sections are stackable and nestable for storage, shipping and/or display. Additionally, at least one of the upper or lower sections includes at least one storage compartment therein for receiving a roll of litter pan liners therein. A bag support rod is provided to rotatably support the roll of litter pan liners. A scoop hook is additionally provided for coupling a litter box scoop to the litter pan of the present invention.

Abstract: Solvent free liquid masking compositions comprise from about 5 to about 20 percent by weight of an aliphatic polyol; from about 1 to about 20 percent by weight of a plasticizer; from about 0.1 to about 1 percent by weight of a surfactant; and sufficient water to total 100 percent by weight, wherein the masking composition is water-soluble and devoid of volatile organic chemicals; it is devoid of polymer resins other than polyvinyl alcohol in amounts sufficient to render the film water-insoluble and is stain resistant to applied surfaces. A method for protecting selected surfaces from paint in painting operations comprises applying a solvent free liquid masking composition to selected surfaces of an object where paint subsequently applied is not desired; allowing the liquid masking composition to dry, forming a film; painting the object, whereby surfaces carrying the film are protected from the application of paint; and removing the film.

Abstract: The modular shelf system disclosed allows for shelf construction of varying heights and/or configurations. The modular shelf system includes a first set of shelf members spaced vertically from each other and a second set of shelf members spaced vertically from each other. A plurality of interlocking leg members is coupled to the shelf members for supporting and spacing the shelf members vertically from each other. A shelf connecting clip is provided for connecting at least one shelf member of the first set to a horizontally adjacent shelf member of the second set. A slidable drawer may be supported by one of the shelf members.

Abstract: A heat exchanger assembly comprises a partition or mounting plate with an aperture therethrough and a heat exchanger wall with an opening therethrough where the plate and wall are assembled together with the plate aperture and wall opening adjoined and sealed by a sponge pad in accordance with the method of the invention.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus includes a container, a cooking plate above the container, and a receiving pan between the container and cooking plate. The cooking plate includes an electric heating element. A plurality of drip holes in the cooking plate allows cooking juices to drain from the cooking plate during cooking. The receiving pan supports the cooking plate and catches the juices to permit easy clean-up after cooking. The container supports the receiving pan and insulates both the cooking plate and receiving pan from a table or countertop surface.

Abstract: Solvent free liquid masking compositions comprise from about 5 to about 20 percent by weight of an aliphatic polyol; from about 5 to about 20 percent by weight of a plasticizer; from about 0.1 to about 1 percent by weight of a surfactant; and sufficient water to total 100 percent by weight. A method for protecting selected surfaces from paint in painting operations comprises applying a solvent free liquid masking composition to selected surfaces of an object where paint subsequently applied is not desired; allowing the liquid masking composition to dry, forming a film; painting the object, whereby surfaces carrying the film are protected from the application of paint; and removing the film.