Abstract: A spring contact, an inertia switch, and a method of manufacturing an inertia switch are provided. The spring contact includes a conductive body portion having an outer edge and an inner edge partially surrounding an open area, a split in the conductive body portion, the split extending between the outer edge and the inner edge, and a conductive contact finger extending from the inner edge into the open area. The inertia switch includes a shell; a mass movably positioned within the shell; the spring contact positioned within the mass; a biasing member positioned between the spring contact and the header; and a conductive member extending through the header. The biasing member provides a bias between the spring contact within the mass and the conductive member. The method includes at least partially closing the split in the spring contact during insertion of the spring contact within the mass.

Abstract: A spring contact, an inertia switch, and a method of manufacturing an inertia switch are provided. The spring contact includes a conductive body portion having an outer edge and an inner edge partially surrounding an open area, a split in the conductive body portion, the split extending between the outer edge and the inner edge, and a conductive contact finger extending from the inner edge into the open area. The inertia switch includes a shell; a mass movably positioned within the shell; the spring contact positioned within the mass; a biasing member positioned between the spring contact and the header; and a conductive member extending through the header. The biasing member provides a bias between the spring contact within the mass and the conductive member. The method includes at least partially closing the split in the spring contact during insertion of the spring contact within the mass.

Abstract: A combination enzyme product consisting of a glutamine specific endoprotease and a prolyl endopeptidase is provided. Both enzymes are active and stable in the stomach and can therefore be administered as lyophilized powders or simple capsules/tablets. A ratio of the two enzymes is used to maximize their synergy.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for stabilizing polypeptides for oral administration, particularly where enteric delivery is desirable. By administering the polypeptides with a bile sequestering agent, the stability of the polypeptide can be increased. Pharmaceutical formulations for this purpose are provided.

Abstract: A combination enzyme product consisting of a glutamine specific endoprotease and a prolyl endopeptidase is provided. Both enzymes are active and stable in the stomach and can therefore be administered as lyophilized powders or simple capsules/tablets. A ratio of the two enzymes is used to maximize their synergy.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations of glutenase enzymes are provided. The enzymes find particular use in the treatment of a Celiac or dermatitis herpetiformis patient.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for stabilizing polypeptides for oral administration, particularly where enteric delivery is desirable. By administering the polypeptides with a bile sequestering agent, the stability of the polypeptide can be increased. Pharmaceutical formulations for this purpose are provided.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations of glutenase enzymes are provided. The enzymes find particular use in the treatment of a Celiac or dermatitis herpetiformis patient.

Abstract: A method to establish or enhance a business credit score is disclosed. One embodiment describes a method of verifying the existence of business credit scores obtained from well known credit agencies/bureaus. In the absence of a credit score, a method is described to verify and eliminate any discrepancies related to the business' information in public records prior to engaging in the generation of a credit score. In establishing or improving a credit score, one embodiment describes a method of facilitating desirable payment transaction experiences with vendors capable of extending a line of credit to businesses without requiring any personal guarantee. In addition, these vendors are qualified to provide reliable reporting of payment experiences to the credit agencies/bureaus. One embodiment of the method facilitates receiving lines of credit, such as credit cards, from retail businesses not requiring a personal guarantee but which do require a credit rating.