Abstract: A foldable trencher boom assembly including a first boom portion pivotally connected to a second boom portion by a hinge. One leg of the hinge is connected to the first boom portion while the other leg of the hinge is connected to the second boom portion. When the boom portions are aligned, fasteners secure the hinge to maintain the colinear relationship between the boom portions. In the initial phase of folding, the fasteners are removed thereby permitting the boom portions to pivot relative to each other. The digging boom is conveniently folded by securing the digging chain to one of the foldable boom portions and employing the trencher drive motor as an actuator to achieve the folding action. With the foldable trenching boom of the present invention, an overall decrease in the machine length is attained for transport and maneuverability. Further, when the folded trencher boom is in its transport position, the machine height is decreased and a better distribution of weight is achieved.

Abstract: A reusable highly absorbent article, for example a cloth or towel for mopping up household spillages, comprises a substrate carrying a pressure-sensitive polymeric material capable of absorbing, retaining, releasing and reabsorbing large volumes of water or electrolyte. The polymer is preferably the sulphonation product of a high-void-volume styrene polymer prepared by polymerization of a high-internal-phase emulsion.

Abstract: This invention provides a process for the encapsulation of volatile liquids which can be natural or synthetic flavoring oils or perfumes in carriers, which are soluble in water. The encapsulates provided by this invention are prepared by spraying an emulsion comprising the carrier solution and the volatile liquid onto particles in a fluidized bed. The invention also provides detergent compositions and foodstuffs containing encapsulates of perfumes and flavors respectively.

Abstract: A process for producing absorbent granules from sodium tripolyphosphate or disodium hydrogen orthophosphate by simultaneously granulating and hydrating the salts to full hydration. The process produces granules which have good absorbency without the need for a drying step. The granules can be used for absorbing liquid nonionic surfactant or other liquid components of detergent powders such as perfumes.

Abstract: A process for producing absorbent granules from sodium tripolyphosphate or disodium hydrogen orthophosphate by simultaneously granulating and hydrating the salts to full hydration. The process produces granules which have good absorbency without the need for a drying step. The granules can be used for absorbing liquid nonionic surfactant or other liquid components of detergent powders such as perfumes.