Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for producing mist and/or for otherwise providing a fluid to a desired location. More particularly, some implementations relate to a system that is configured to use a portable pumping system to spray a mist of water in a desired location. In some implementations, the pumping system includes one or more fluid containers, pressurizers, nozzles, and/or control mechanisms. In some cases, the system is configured to spray mist for a set period of time, to spray pulses of mist, to regulate mist flow based on ambient temperature and/or humidity, and/or to otherwise control or optimize mist flow. Other implementations are also described.

Abstract: An apparatus for making frozen food products having a horizontal mixing spindle with a continuous, closed-loop, recessed, crisscrossed track around its outer lengthwise surface. A paddle wheel encircles the spindle and has a plug or guide skate that extends into the crisscrossed track and guides the paddle wheel back and forth along the length of the spindle as well as around the circumference of the spindle. A horizontal, cylindrical, cooling canister encloses the spindle and paddle wheel and is coupled to a refrigeration unit for keeping the canister and its contents cold. One end of the canister is provided with a push-type dispensing block for dispensing the frozen food product.

Abstract: An apparatus for making frozen food products having a horizontal mixing spindle with a continuous, closed-loop, recessed, crisscrossed track around its outer lengthwise surface. A paddle wheel encircles the spindle and has a plug or guide skate that extends into the crisscrossed track and guides the paddle wheel back and forth along the length of the spindle as well as around the circumference of the spindle. A horizontal, cylindrical, cooling canister encloses the spindle and paddle wheel and is coupled to a refrigeration unit for keeping the canister and its contents cold. One end of the canister is provided with a push-type dispensing block for dispensing the frozen food product.