Abstract: The present invention relates to a tissue paper with pH-indicator function, specifically a toilet paper that can be used to diagnose abnormal pH changes of the human urine as accompanying for instance acetonemic vomiting or diabetes.

Abstract: A data network may be operated between a routing gateway for a subscriber and a data service provider providing a data service. More particularly, the data network may receive from the data service provider an identification of the routing gateway, an identification of the data service provider, and data flow characteristics of the data service for a session of the routing gateway using the data service provided by the data service provider. Responsive to receiving the identification of the routing gateway, the identification of the data service provider, and the data flow characteristics for the data service, the data flow characteristics of the data service for the routing gateway may be saved at the data network and forwarded to the routing gateway. Related data networks, data service providers, routing gateways, and computer program products are also discussed.

Abstract: Data architectures provide for managing Quality of Service (QoS) and/or bandwidth allocation in a Regional/Access Network (RAN) that provides end-to-end transport between a Network Service Provider (NSP) and/or an Application Service Provider (ASP), and a Customer Premises Network (CPN) that includes a Routing Gateway (RG). The data architecture includes a NSP access session record maintained at the RAN that defines QoS and/or bandwidth allocation for an access session, such as a Point-to-Point (PPP) access session, associated with the RG and the NSP. A corresponding NSP access session record is maintained at the NSP associated with the access session. The NSP access session record at the RAN and the corresponding NSP access session record at the NSP both define a QoS and/or bandwidth allocation specified by the NSP associated with the session or both define a QoS and/or bandwidth allocation specified by the RAN.

Abstract: A data network may be operated between a routing gateway for a subscriber and a data service provider providing a data service. More particularly, the data network may receive from the data service provider an identification of the routing gateway, an identification of the data service provider, and data flow characteristics of the data service for a session of the routing gateway using the data service provided by the data service provider. Responsive to receiving the identification of the routing gateway, the identification of the data service provider, and the data flow characteristics for the data service, the data flow characteristics of the data service for the routing gateway may be saved at the data network and forwarded to the routing gateway. Related data networks, data service providers, routing gateways, and computer program products are also discussed.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a hygiene product, includes the steps of providing at least a first web (1) and a second web (2), pre-treating the first web and/or the second web, embossing the first web with a décor embossing pattern in a first décor embossing zone (38) having a décor embossing roll (34), and laminating together the first web and the second web in a lamination zone (30), the lamination zone being defined between the décor embossing roll and a lamination roll (36), wherein the décor embossing roll and the lamination roll have a generally-equal surface hardness.

Abstract: In one embodiment a detachable tow hook assembly comprises a housing defining a passageway for detachably receiving a locking end portion of a tow hook for use in towing a vehicle. Desirably, the tow hook is inserted and rotated to a locking position for retention in place during towing of a vehicle without requiring fasteners or any retaining pins to retain the tow hook in place. Exemplary configurations for tow hooks, tow hook locking portions and tow hook receiving housings are disclosed.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a creped fiber web is described in which an adhesive contains at least one type of polyvinylpyrrolidone and contains substantially no ethoxylated acetylenic diol, and substantially no oxazoline polymer. The adhesive is used to adhere a fiber web to a dryer surface for drying the fiber web, and then creping the dried fiber web from the dryer surface. Also described are creping adhesives that do not contain chloride or epichlorohydrin.

Abstract: A lamp mounting assembly for mounting a lamp, such as a LED lamp assembly, to mounting structure, such as a support bar for a prisoner screen in an emergency vehicle. The lamp mounting assembly includes a universal primary bracket that is mountable in upright and inverted positions to permit mirror image lamp mounting on opposite sides of a vehicle. The lamp mounting assembly further includes a hook bracket that is mounted to the primary bracket. The hook bracket cooperates with the primary bracket to clamp the lamp mounting assembly to the desired mounting structure. The hook bracket mounts to the primary bracket when the primary bracket is in the upright or inverted positions. The lamp mounting assembly further includes a tower bracket that is pivotally mounted to the primary bracket. The tower bracket mounts to the primary bracket when the primary bracket is in the upright or inverted positions.

Abstract: A data network may be operated between a routing gateway for a subscriber and a data service provider providing a data service. More particularly, the data network may receive from the data service provider an identification of the routing gateway, an identification of the data service provider, and data flow characteristics of the data service for a session of the routing gateway using the data service provided by the data service provider. Responsive to receiving the identification of the routing gateway, the identification of the data service provider, and the data flow characteristics for the data service, the data flow characteristics of the data service for the routing gateway may be saved at the data network and forwarded to the routing gateway. Related data networks, data service providers, routing gateways, and computer program products are also discussed.

Abstract: A composition is provided containing moisture regulators for tissue products. The composition contains 1% to 15% by weight, preferably 2% to 20% by weight, relative to the total composition, of at least one special non-ionic surfactant selected from among at least one amine oxide and/or hydroxy acid esters and/or at least one ampho-surfactant. Also provided is a tissue product as well as to a process for the production of tissue products.

Abstract: A method of applying a treatment composition containing at least one treatment chemical to a fiber-based planar product. The method includes the steps of: a) applying the treatment composition to one side of the planar product, and b) allowing the treatment composition to penetrate the planar product at least in part. The treatment composition is heated before and/or during step b). The penetration of the treatment composition is preferably promoted by applying a subatmospheric pressure at that side of the planar product not treated with the treatment composition. A device usable for this method and a planar fiber-based product, in particular tissue is obtained.

Abstract: A method of producing a fluid-pervious fabric for imparting a pattern to a fibre web, wherein said fabric (101; 201) is brought into a press nip (105) between a rotating embossing roll (106) having embossing means (107) on its outer surface and a support (108). Said fabric comprises at least two zones as seen in the z-direction, a first zone (101a;201a) and a second zone (101b,,201b), wherein said first zone comprises a first polymer material having a first glass transition temperature and said second zone comprises a second polymer material having a second glass transition temperature which is higher than that of said first polymer material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition containing moisture regulators for tissue products, whereby they also contain 1% to 15% by weight, preferably 2% to 20% by weight, relative to the total composition, of at least one special non-ionic surfactant selected from among at least one amine oxide and/or hydroxy acid esters and/or at least one ampho-surfactant; the invention also relates to a tissue product as well as to a process for the production of tissue products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition containing moisture regulators for tissue products, whereby they also contain 1% to 15% by weight, preferably 2% to 20% by weight, relative to the total composition, of at least one special non-ionic surfactant selected from among at least one amine oxide and/or hydroxy acid esters and/or at least one ampho-surfactant; the invention also relates to a tissue product as well as to a process for the production of tissue products.

Abstract: A hydroponic system for growing sweet potatoes and other root and tuber crops includes a growing channel incorporating a movable root contact/pressure plate assembly. The assembly consists of a flat, rigid PVC plate in which holes for inserting plants are drilled and a flexible vinyl film which is secured along the length of each side edge of the plate, by means of pressure fit connectors. The assembly is secured to the top edges of a growing channel, again by pressure fit connectors. The flexible film suspends the plate near and parallel to the bottom of the growing channel, with the flexibility of the film allowing upward movement of the plate within the channel as the plant roots grow. The assembly provides contact and pressure to the plant roots inside the growing channel thereby promoting enlargement of the roots. This enlargement causes the assembly to move upwardly, thereby maintaining the desired pressure conditions during growth. A suitable nutrient solution is supplied in the growing channel.

Abstract: A hydroponic system for growing sweet potatoes and other root and tuber crops includes a growing channel incorporating a movable root contact/pressure plate assembly. The assembly consists of a flat, rigid PVC plate in which holes for inserting plants are drilled and a flexible vinyl film which is secured along the length of each side edge of the plate, by means of pressure fit connectors. The assembly is secured to the top edges of a growing channel, again by pressure fit connectors. The flexible film suspends the plate near and parallel to the bottom of the growing channel, with the flexibility of the film allowing upward movement of the plate within the channel as the plant roots grow. The assembly provides contact and pressure to the plant roots inside the growing channel thereby promoting enlargement of the roots. This enlargement causes the assembly to move upwardly, thereby maintaining the desired pressure conditions during growth. A suitable nutrient solution is suppplied in the growing channel.

Abstract: A speed controller for a mill drive has two control portions. The first control portion has a first speed of response for controlling mill speed during normal operation. The second control portion has a second speed of response, faster than the first speed of response, for controlling mill speed following abrupt changes in load torque. The first control portion has a reference speed input and this is compared with actual motor speed and the result gives a current reference signal. The current reference signal is compared with a signal representing actual current to derive an error signal used to control the supply of power to the motor. The second control portion multiplies the current reference signal with a signal representing flux to provide a signal representing a model of developed torque. This is compared with a signal representing a model of load torque and the difference integrated to provide a signal representing a model of motor speed.

Abstract: A speed control for a DC motor drive having regenerative braking and a field reversing control, has a field current feedback circuit which includes a modifier to change the feedback signal in accordance with the saturation curve of the field to provide a feedback signal representing field strength or field flux. Because motor field strength is regulated as a function of the required field strength, the control tends to make the speed of response independent of actual field strength. Also, a feedback signal is provided which is a function of the product of actual field strength and desired armature current, i.e., related to torque, and this controls the speed signal so that the gain of the speed regulating amplifier is inversely proportional to field strength. This allows drive operation at reduced field strength while maintaining the response.

Abstract: A portable rock dust blowing apparatus comprising a wheel or skid supported framework upon which is mounted a blower designed to derive it's driving power from a belt engaging roller which is also supported on the framework. Also mounted on the framework is a pair of inverted U-shaped channel members which are employed for adjusting the framework relative to an endless belt travelling under the framework. A hopper for containing a rock dust or the like is used along with the aforesaid apparatus whereby the blower assembly will be employed for directing the rock dust on to the walls, ceiling and floor of a mine tunnel or shaft by one utilizing the rock dust blower of the present invention.