Abstract: The present invention is a system for dispensing a precise quantity of liquid. The liquid dispensing system is composed of a rigid first tube and a nozzle secured to the first tube. The first tube terminates at a mating surface and is aligned and immobilized by a support stand. The nozzle has a channel extending therethrough, a barb, a first extension extending from the barb to terminate at a mating surface, and a second extension extending from the barb to terminate at a tip. The mating surface of the nozzle makes a conforming fit with the mating surface of the first tube when in an engagement position thereof, whereby the nozzle and the first tube are stationary and aligned relative to each other. A flexible second tube, which is in communication with a liquid source, is connected to the barb of the nozzle.

Abstract: Apparatus for handling a large object, i.e., for example, an annular core on which a tire carcass is to be formed, includes an annular wall positionable about the annular core, and a diaphragm associated with the inner surface of the wall and defining with the wall a chamber into which pressurized fluid may be directed. Such introduction of pressurized fluid expands the diaphragm so that such diaphragm comes into contact with and grips the core. The core may then be moved and or turned over by manipulation of the wall.