Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree which is somewhat remotely similar to the "O'Henry" peach tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,964), but from which it is distinguished in a number of respects including by producing fruit which are mature for harvesting and shipment approximately one week after the fruit produced by the "O'Henry" peach tree and wherein the fruit is of a very high quality having a mild, pleasant flavor, a relatively low acidity, a red blush skin coloration and a firm flesh.

Abstract: An eastern redbud plant named Covey, distinguished by its contorted stems and pendulous branchlets, light green new growth, large heart shaped leaves with pointed tips, dull finish and papery texture and scaly mature bark with reddish underlay, which make it a novel and striking specimen for landscape use. An additional asset is its winter hardiness to at least -23.degree. F. (minus twenty-three degrees Fahrenheit), making it suitable for use in northern climates.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Mandevilla which shall be referred hereinafter as Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivar Monte. Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivar Monte differs distinctively from other Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivars by its unique combination of pale pink buds and flowers maturing to whitish flowers which display a clear uniform pink throat distinct with yellow at the base and corolla limbs which are symmetrical presenting a full rounded flower at anthesis.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a petunia plant, having a decumbent habit plant having long stems. The petunia plant has over-abundant branching, particularly primary branching is strong, and great profusion blooms, the whole bush remaining in bloom for a considerable period of time. The flowers are single and large, the petals having a vivid purple color, and the bottom color of the corolla throat is vivid purple and the outside of corolla tube is strong purple. The plant has a high resistance to rain, heat, drought and pest.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Chrysanthemum plant named `Pilar`, characterized by its anemone spray-type inflorescences that are about 6.5 cm in diameter; attractive purple ray florets with yellow-tipped disc florets; numerous inflorescences per flowering stem; numerous ray and disc florets per inflorescence; and excellent postproduction longevity with flowering stems maintaining good substance and color for at three or four weeks in an interior environment after one week of cool storage.

Abstract: An improved bermudagrass plant, having superior properties, suitable for a variety of turf applications, is disclosed. The bermudagrass is characterized by a dark green color, high-shot density, low seed-head density, medium-course leaf texture, good fall color retention, average sod strength, good cold tolerance, excellent shade tolerance as compared to other bermudagrasses, some dollar spot, and average leaf-spot resistance.

Abstract: To prepare storage-stable, low-dusting dyestuff granules which are readily soluble in plastics, a suspension of the dyestuff containing 0.1-5% by weight of a polyglycol are dried while being granulated.

Abstract: An improved hand held spray gun. The spray gun includes at least one manual trigger which when squeezed moves a valve needle to initiate fluid flow. A knob is provided to adjust the maximum fluid flow when the trigger is squeezed. When the trigger is released, a compression spring returns the valve needle to its closed position. An over travel spring is compressed only if an excessive force is applied to the trigger to prevent damage to the spray gun. The over travel spring is stronger than the valve needle return spring so that it compresses only after the spray gun is fully on. If the maximum fluid flow adjustment knob is turned too far, compressed air is vented through the knob as a tactile warning to the spray gun operator to not turn the knob further. The vented air also may whistle to provide an audible warning that the knob should not be turned further.

Abstract: Oligosaccharides obtainable from heparin including heparinic constituents of molecular weights ranging from 2000 to 50,000. Said fractions have a Yin-Wessler titer and a USP titer in a ratio of at least 30. They consist of chains constituted by no more than 8 saccharidic moities. They possess a strong antithrombotic activity and are then useful as antithrombotic drugs.

Abstract: A process for producing a high quality silicone foam by free foaming, in which a two-component addition crosslinking system is used, comprised of a component A which contains a silicone polymer having at least two double bonds per molecule, preferably vinyl groups, a complexed organo-platinum for example with butanol, fumed silica, and water, as well as further additives, if appropriate, and a component B which contains a silicone polymer having at least two double bonds per molecule, preferably vinyl groups, fumed silica, and polydimethyl hydrogen siloxane as SiH crosslinking; agent. The two components A and B are mixed, and the reaction mixture is subsequently pressurized, preferably using compressed air or nitrogen, in a storage vessel over several hours so that the gas is present in the mixture in a dissolved form.

Abstract: A face mask is provided for protecting a face of the wearer thereof while participating in anyone of a variety of different ball sports, such as hard ball baseball, softball, hockey, or the like and includes a one-piece generally homogeneous framework defined by a front nose, opposite cheek, lower jaw, opposite ear and rear skull parts formed of relatively narrow bars with narrow elongated eyes opening extending generally between the ear parts between upper and lower relatively broad sunshade walls adjacent the rear skull part and the nose part. In situ molded pads of polymeric/copolymeric synthetic plastic material are generally inboard of the framework at the lower jaw part and the rear skull part with the molded pads surrounding at least one narrow bar of the framework to retain the same fixed relative to the framework.

Abstract: A heat resistant limb brace (10) comprising a flexible liner (12) to be worn about the skin (14) on a limb (16) of a person (18). An insulation jacket (20) is affixed to the flexible liner (12) to protect the skin (14) from heat, so that the skin (14) will not burn. A non-slip cover (22) is attached to the insulation jacket (20), to prevent items (24) placed against the non-slip cover (22) from sliding off.

Abstract: An aerobic exercise garment includes a body section and limb sections. The garment includes a base fabric which incorporates elastic resistance band material having a direction of stretch. The elastic resistance band material is formed with a minimal number of pieces and is incorporated in the garment by securing the pieces together at locations which do not interfere with the direction of resistance.

Abstract: An aerobic exercise garment includes a body section and limb sections. The garment includes a base fabric which incorporates elastic resistance band material having a direction of stretch. The elastic resistance band material is formed with a minimal number of pieces and is incorporated in the garment by securing the pieces together at locations which do not interfere with the direction of resistance.

Abstract: A device for preventing or reducing the incidence or intensity of pain occurring in a region of the body of a wearer, includes insulating material (2) which is arranged to be worn in conformity and close proximity with the body region. The insulating material has at least one layer (14) for reducing heat loss from the body region by convection and at least one reflective layer (13) for reducing heat loss from the body by radiation, whereby a targeted local warming effect is achieved in the body region such that the skin and underlying musculoskeletal structures are in such an active state that they can function properly to provide a clinical benefit to the body region.

Abstract: A removable pocket is formed over a section of fabric such as the front of a shirt by adhesively securing to the fabric a treated and embossed label-type applique made of two plies of paper permanently bonded about their peripheries and in which a slit along a top edge allows access to the pouch thus formed between plies. The pouch may be filled with merchandise and temporarily sealed with a removable strip.

Abstract: Multi layer foot pads attached to the sole portions of pantyhose for placement against the soles of a wearer's feet, the foot pads comprising an outer gripping layer and an inner layer which functions to keep moisture away from the wearer's feet. In the preferred embodiment the inner layer comprises moisture absorbing material, as well as material adjacent to the wearer's feet for wicking moisture away therefrom and into the moisture absorbing material. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use for increasing the comfort of a wearer by keeping the wearer's feet dry and securely positioned within a shoe, use in eliminating the common and irritating problem of conventional foot pads bunching and wrinkling inside a pair of shoes, as well as eliminating the common problem of the foot portion of pantyhose slipping inside a pair of shoes.

Abstract: A chin strap assembly incorporating a semi-rigid, flexible support member formed of plastic or other resilient material and having upwardly extending end portions which bear upwardly against first and second sides of the wearer's jawbone, and a downwardly arched center portion which relieves the soft-tissue, hypoglossal area of the throat from upward pressure generated by tension on the helmet strap thereby rendering it easier for the wearer to breath under exertion. A fabric wrap fits over the strap and support members to hold the latter in place at the desired location, and the wrap also provides cushioning for the wearer's jaw.

Abstract: A toilet seat lifter is provided for the manually lifting and lowering of a toilet seat without requiring the user to actually touch the toilet seat. The toilet seat lifter is not secured to the toilet seat. It is in the form of a stick-like member having a manually graspable portion at one end thereof, and an actuating section at the opposite end. The actuating section is in the form of a bifurcated fish tail. To provide for further hygienetic utilization of the toilet facility, single use disposal sheath-like members are dispensed, which may be used to both cover the handle of the toilet seat lifter and manually operable toilet flush handle.

Abstract: A hand held movable urinal assembly which can be readily attached to a conventional toilet bowl assembly. The hand held movable urinal assembly includes 1) a flush fluid supply assembly readily connected to a main float valve assembly to receive a flushing fluid therefrom; 2) a movable funnel receiver assembly connected to the flush fluid supply assembly through a fluid discharge line; and 3) a discharge fluid flush assembly connected to the movable funnel receiver assembly having a discharge hose member to transfer fluid to a base reservoir member on the toilet bowl assembly. The movable funnel receiver assembly includes a funnel receiver member having a main body member with a funnel enclosure lid member pivotally connected thereto. The main body member is connected to the discharge hose member to transfer fluids for discharge with normal waste products during a toilet bowl flushing operation.

Abstract: A seat-lifting device having a pair of left and right units 3, 4 arranged on both sides of a stool 1 in a toilet. The units 3, 4 are connected mutually by a connecting frame 5. Each unit 3, 4 has a guide portion 7 and a cable-driving portion 10 which are connected with a pair of conduits for guiding a cable. The guide portion 7 has a static guide 11, 14, a sliding plate 13 slidably supported with the static guide, a seat-supporting member 15 tiltably mounted on the sliding member, and a gas spring 17 urging the rear portion of the seat-supporting member. The sliding plate 13 is driven by the cable-driving portion through a loop of cable.

Abstract: The invention includes several novel devices for transferring patients. A first system of horizontal transfer of patients is adapted to use existing transfer sheets and cart appropriately modified. The sheet is attached to a clamping device that has a releasable catch that holds the sheet in a cavity. A plurality of straps are attached to the clamping device. The other ends of the straps are attached to reels that are part of a winch. Activation of the winch winds the straps onto the reels. Other designs of horizontal transfer devices are included within the invention. The invention also includes improved bed jackets that can be attached to, a winch for lifting a patient either to re-position them on a surface or to transport them. The invention also includes cushions and side rails with very low friction surfaces to assist with the transfer process.

Abstract: A bed is capable of allowing a patient to go away from the bed, take a bath, or go to a stool of his or her own will. The bed includes a bed frame having a plurality of comb teeth cushions provided with intervals therebetween in the longitudinal direction of the bed, and a separable frame having a plurality of comb teeth cushions in alternate relation to the comb teeth cushions on the bed frame. The separable frame includes a moving/lifting apparatus for moving the separable frame away from the bed frame to a wheelchair stand, a toilet stool, a bathtub, etc., which are installed beforehand away from the bed while the patient is kept rested thereon.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a mattress retention bracket for an adjustable bed to prevent an associated mattress from sliding laterally thereon. The mattress retention bracket in a preferred embodiment of the invention is a generally U-shaped member defined by a bight portion and a pair of legs with each leg having first and second end portions normally offset from each other. Terminal ends of the legs are secured to an underside of a mattress supporting member and first end portions and a bight portion of the U-shaped member lie contiguous peripheral edges of the mattress supporting member and the mattress to prevent relative shifting therebetween as a user/patient ingresses or egresses the bed. In lieu of the latter, another mattress retention bracket is substantially of a T-shaped configuration defined by an arm and a depending leg with the leg having first and second end portions defining an angle generally normal therebetween.

Abstract: A bed frame to protect a person during a calamity is constructed from generally horizontal upper and lower subassemblies secured to two generally vertical end supporting subassemblies. The subassemblies are secured together by internal securing devices to resemble a conventional bed, and the entire assembly is secured to a supporting surface by further securing devices held internally of the two generally vertical end supporting assemblies.

Abstract: A new Blanket With Pockets for providing a means for securely storing and carrying loose items to and from the beach or swimming pool. The inventive device includes a blanket, a plurality of side pockets and a pillow pocket along the side and top edges of the blanket, respectively, and a securing/carrying strap. The blanket has top and bottom surfaces, top and bottom edges, and side edges. The plurality of side pockets are provided on the top surface along the side edges of the blanket. Each of the side pockets has a side pocket opening which is securely closed by a side pocket closure. A pillow pocket for receiving and retaining a pillow is provided on the top surface along the top edge of the blanket. Additional pillow pockets may be provided on the top surface along the top edge of the blanket as well as on the top surface along the bottom edge of the blanket. The pillow pocket has a pillow pocket opening which is securely closed by a pillow pocket closure.

Abstract: In a collapsible bed structure for bed-ridden invalids, a bed section is provided on an upper open end of a bathtub, the bed section having at least first, second and third bed plates each pivotably connected at their neighboring side. A link structure is provided to change the bed section between a rest position in which the first, second and third bed plates are horizontally supported and an operative position in which the first, second and third bed plates are supported in a chair-shaped configuration within the bathtub. A pedestal plate is pivotably placed at one end by a hinge to the first plate of the bed section, the pedestal plate having a rack operative to move the pedestal plate upward around the hinge so as to raise the haunches of an occupant lying on the bed section to expedite the occupant's divestiture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pillow radio apparatus which comprises an ordinary pillow substantially covered by one or two sensors extending below the pressing element, e.g. the head of the child, on one or both sides of the pillow, said sensor being able to sense the force of the pressing element; the apparatus being located within a pillow case and being connected via actuating means to a receiver, the apparatus being also connected to at least one power supply unit.The sensor may be a capacity sensor; one or two webs being located at a suitable place and comprising a conductive net; or a bag comprising air or a fluid.The actuating means is, for example, an electronic circuit comprising a frequency oscillator; a unit which switches the oscillator on periodically; and a unit which switches the receiver on and off, which consists of a key and an optoisolator.The pillow case advantageously comprises the story to be told.

Abstract: A multi-layered pad primarily intended to prevent and treat decubitus ulcers. The pad includes at least first and second layers with the first layer being a bladder made up of separate, discrete pouches containing a viscous fluid. The second layer underlies the fluid bladder layer and is a pillared one of upstanding columns cut in a piece of foam. Each individual pouch is mechanically attached atop its underlying foam column. The attaching arrangement includes a connecting sheet of plastic film wherein the sheet is secured to the pouch and has a central opening in it that goes over and receives the top or head section of the column. The connecting sheet at its opening is received in a slit in the column's wall portion to further help maintain the pouch in place atop its column.

Abstract: A device for application of a minimum quantity of fluid to a web of goods of a given width, wherein application takes place by means of an application beam in which the fluid is distributed uniformly over the working width through a plurality of fluid lines that branch in the manner of a tree trunk. The outlet openings of the lines terminate in a slot that is open facing the web, the length of the slot being delimited by two lengthwise edges. These edges press against a pressure roller located on the opposite side, i.e the back of the web. By means of these lengthwise edges, as the web passes though, its nap is compressed twice, once at the beginning of application with a first lengthwise edge, after which the nap stands up again in the slot and is saturated with the fluid, and again at the end of the application, after which the web is finally squeezed against the second lengthwise edge.

Abstract: A laundry washing machine in which water is conserved by replacing the conventional deep rinse by a series of spray rinses. Each spray rinse utilises a predetermined quantity of water which is sprayed directly at the clothes load while the load is rotated, thereby allowing the rinse water to pass straight through the clothes load, removing soil and/or detergent from the clothes on its way. The amount of water used in each spray rinse is determined from a first "sense rinse" cycle in which the volume of water required to totally saturate the clothes load is found. In each subsequent rinse, a proportion (preferably from about 50% to about 100%) of this value is used.

Abstract: A swimming pool cleaner has a body which defines a liquid inlet and an outlet which is connected via a hose to a source of suction. A throat between the inlet and the outlet defines a region of reduced cross-sectional area, causing a zone of low pressure as liquid flows through the throat. A valve element in the form of a cylindrical shuttle is located in a bore which intersects the throat, and which can move into the throat to block it intermittently. An auxiliary suction passage connects the rear of the bore to the outlet, so that suction is applied to both ends of the shuttle, causing it to reciprocate in the bore, periodically obstructing the flow of liquid through the throat. This causes the cleaner to move across the submerged surface. The design of the cleaner makes it resistant to jamming due to objects being trapped between the valve element and the throat.

Abstract: A dispensable-head toothbrush and dispenser combination comprising (1) a handle, squeezable along its longitudinal axis, having a large end opposite of a narrow tongue-like member, which are both dimensionally reduced when squeezing said handle at its large end; and (2) a plurality of hollow dispensable toothbrush heads, each having an opening for receiving and releasably engaging said tongue means of the handle; and (3) a toothbrush head dispenser having individual compartments in which each one of the plurality of heads rest so as to expose the opening in said heads to having the tongue means of the handle inserted there into.

Abstract: Rotary brush apparatus usable in the environment of a street sweeper includes a generally circular plate to which are secured brush segments. The brush segments are secured to the plate by pins on plates movable vertically upwardly in response to rotation of a bolt. The use of the pin and bolt elements allow for the quick change of the brush segments. The pins move vertically upwardly and downwardly and are locked in place to keep from rotating by guide elements used for alignment purposes. Apertures in the plate allow for the visual alignment of the brush segments.

Abstract: A composite abrasive filament, including at least one preformed core at least partially coated with a hardened, abrasive-filled thermoplastic elastomer, exhibits increased abrading life over previously known abrasive filaments. Also disclosed are methods of making such filaments and using such filaments in article form to abrade a variety of workpieces.

Abstract: A bull float for working and finishing concrete and the like is provided. The bull float includes a blade. The blade has a first working surface for contacting the work to be troweled. The first working surface has a leading edge and a trailing edge. The blade also has a leading edge member disposed at the leading edge and carries a second working surface disposed at an angle to the first working surface. The blade further includes a trailing edge member disposed at the trailing edge and carries a third working surface disposed at an angle to the first working surface. The bull float includes a planar metal sheet having a front edge and a rear edge, and having its mid area bowed outwardly relative to the working surface. The front and rear edge of the sheet are secured at points fixed with respect to the leading edge and the trailing edge.

Abstract: A wiping system for removing liquids such as lubricant and coolant liquids from the surfaces of a metallic strip. The system comprises upper and lower wiper rolls for wiping the upper and lower surfaces of the strip. The wiper rolls each comprise a metal core and a porous resilient covering. At least one upper backup roll for said upper wiper roll and at least one lower backup roll for said lower wiper roll providing support for said wiper rolls; urging said wiper rolls against their respective strip surfaces resulting in the formation of a liquid bead on each surface of said strip at the entry end of the wiper roll nip; and engaging their respective wiper rolls at contact zones at the entry ends of which beads of oil squeezed from said porous wiper roll covers are formed. A suction assembly is provided for each bead to remove liquid therefrom.

Abstract: A central vacuum unit having an acoustic damping system is provided. The central vacuum unit includes a canister having a sidewall forming a hollow interior and a lid closing an end of the sidewall, a vacuum motor within the canister which emits noise during operation, at least one cooling air inlet for admitting cooling air into the hollow interior, and at least one cooling air outlet in the sidewall for exhausting the cooling air from the hollow interior. Additionally, the sidewall has an exhaust port and the motor has an exhaust pipe extending through the exhaust port. The acoustic damping system includes an acoustic damping tunnel, an acoustic damping canopy, and an exhaust port seal. The acoustic damping tunnel is within the hollow interior and forms a pathway between the hollow interior and the cooling air outlet. The pathway is lined with a sound absorbing material so that the tunnel reduces noise emitted from the hollow interior through the cooling outlet.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner having a suction nozzle and a dust bag (12) which is connected to the nozzle, for instance, by a tube connection, and a turbo-fan unit (27) driven by an electric motor and placed after the dust bag seen in the flow direction. The impeller (29) of the turbo-fan unit is driven at a speed above 50,000 rpm. A primary air stream created by the turbo-fan unit (27) leaves the unit via an outlet (30) to atmosphere. The vacuum cleaner also creates a secondary air stream which at least partially cools the electric motor (32) and which flows into the electric motor via one or several cooling air inlets (44) which are separated from the primary air stream. The secondary air stream can be created by a cooling fan which is separate or integral with the impeller, by a venturi-type nozzle, or by suction created by the impeller.

Abstract: A screen wiper, in particular for a motor vehicle windshield, comprises: an elongate wiper blade having a flexible wiping strip for contact with a curved swept surface, the wiping strip being mounted on the blade in such a way that it can deform in one plane so as to follow the curvature of the swept surface; and an elongate flexible deflector which is so configured as to form a mask that tends to divert air streams so that, when the vehicle is travelling at high speeds, an aerodynamic force is exerted on the blade which tends to urge the flexible wiping strip into contact with the swept surface. The deflector is able to deform on the wiper blade, and its deformation is controlled by the flexible wiping strip itself. The wiper includes, in at least two points along the length of the wiper blade, means for transmitting to the deflector the deformation of the wiping strip, so that this latter deformation is reproduced in the deflector. The blade has first guide means, and the deflector has second guide means.

Abstract: A bushing for a hot water tank to connect a temperature sensing probe of a temperature controller device to the tank wall with the temperature controller device extending into the tank. The bushing is comprised of a cylindrical body having an outer connecting portion and a cylindrical inner bore portion. The temperature sensing probe is retained at a fixed position in axial extension through the inner bore portion. The inner bore portion has three equidistantly spaced-apart circumferential seal receiving channels with an O-ring seal receivable in friction fit in each of the channels. A central one of the O-rings provides a pivot for the probe and a substantially leak-proof seal about a cylindrical body portion of the temperature sensing probe. An outer and inner one of the O-rings resist to opposing load forces created by the load of the temperature controller device secured to an outer end of the temperature sensing probe, and equilibrates this load about the central O-ring.

Abstract: An insert adapted to be positioned within an elongated channel member having a base portion and a pair of parallel sides, with the sides terminating in internally curled edges defining an open side forming a C-shaped channel, the insert having a width to be conformably received in said channel member either for longitudinal movement therein or to be positioned therein to receive the shank or axle of a caster or wheel, respectively. The insert may be either square in cross section and generally rectangular in shape or generally cylindrical with a pair of oppositely disposed grooves formed in the side surfaces of the insert to receive the curled edges of the channel member. The insert also may be provided with a body portion having a pair of oppositely disposed flanges extending from the body to form a generally rectangular outline, the insert being received in the channel member in a longitudinal manner.

Abstract: A base member and a fascia are assembled to form a hollow door section which is filled with insulative material. Adjacent sections are coupled along respective longitudinal edges for angular and spatial displacement. The base member is extended from a selected plastic with male and female coupling components extending continuously along respective longitudinal edges. A plurality of mounting members projecting from the lateral edges of the sections matingly and slidably engage the semi-cylindrical guide surface of a tract for reciprocal vertical movement of the door. The door may be partially raised for spatial displacement of the sections whereby flow-through ventilation openings are exposed. In a specific embodiment, a flexible drive screw is rotatably carried within the track for powered operation of the door. In alternate embodiments a generally tubular door track is either grasped by a door guide apparatus having a clip, or the guide is slit and a rounded guide rides within the track.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for kitchen articles includes a hollow elongate body having a longitudinal axis, the body having a first end for providing attachment and connection of the kitchen articles into a hollow interior of the body, and which includes a second or free end. The elongate body of the kitchen handle includes a top face including a substantially oval recess proportioned for receipt of an engaging surface to the human thumb, the recess proximal to the first end of the body, the oval recess having a major axis co-linear with the longitudinal axis. The top face further includes an ellipsoidal aperture proximal to the second end of the body, the aperture having a major axis co-linear with the longitudinal axis of the body.

Abstract: A furniture hinge comprises a first (11) and a second (12) fastening element designed to be secured to two furniture parts to be hinged together, and an arm (15) which ends at one extremity with the first fastening element (11) and at the other extremity has a pivot (16) pivoting it to the second fastening element (12) to achieve the joint of the hinge. The arm (15) is made in two portions (17, 18) sliding reciprocally upon operation of adjusting means (22) composed of a cam (23) to allow adjustment of the reciprocal position of the first and second fastening element. Advantageously, the sliding surface (20) of the second portion (18) comprises an elongated housing (24) to receive the cam (23) with a lateral surface of the cam which reacts against the side walls of the housing. The sliding surface (19) of the first portion (17) comprises a through hole (25) which receives, with a minimum of side play, a control pin (26) protruding from the cam so as to be operated from the outside.

Abstract: Disclosed is a self rising cover assembly for use on a machine housing which includes a frame and a plurality of panels connected to the frame to define the machine housing. The cover assembly includes a flat body member which is pivotally connected to a portion of the frame to pivot from a closed horizontal position to an open nearly vertical position to provide operator access to the interior of the machine housing. A spring loaded actuator is interconnected between the body member and the frame which exerts sufficient upward torque on the body member to overcome the downward torque on the body member from the force of gravity to urge the body member upwardly after it has been manually lifted through a relatively short distance, after which the actuator moves the body member to the fully open position.

Abstract: An apparatus for treating fiber and producing a fiber lap therefrom, includes a fiber feeder; a carding machine including a multi-roll licker-in assembly receiving the fiber material from the feeder, a main carding cylinder receiving fiber material from the licker-in assembly, a plurality of carding flats supported about a circumferential portion of the main carding cylinder and cooperating therewith, and a doffer receiving fiber material from the main carding cylinder; and a fiber lap forming device including a pneumatic fiber stripping device which has a blower for directing an airstream generally tangentially to the doffer for removing and entraining fiber material from the doffer, a hood having an inner face defining a chamber situated above and downstream of said doffer for receiving fiber material carried from the doffer by the airstream, a continuously driven, air-pervious receiving member having an upper face and an underside, and a suction device facing the underside of the receiving member for gener

Abstract: A spinning plant preparation machine with a rotary plate for the depositing of fiber slivers in spinning cans, The basic body of the rotary plate is a casting, A cover is attached to the underside of the rotary plate, The cover is a cover plate which is presented in different, prefabricated states and is to be attached to the rotary plate.

Abstract: A cord fastener includes an insert having a lateral inner cord hole and provided at a lower portion thereof with elastic provisional retaining claws extending outwardly and catches for securing the provisional retaining claws; a shell having an insertion hole for insertion of the insert, outer cord holes communicating with the insertion hole and alignable with the inner cord hole, provisional retainers provided on the inner surface of the insertion hole below the outer cord holes for engaging the tips of the provisional retaining claws in a first state when the inner and outer cord holes are approximately aligned, and pushers provided on the inner surface of the insertion hole below the provisional retainers for pressing the provisional retaining claws inwardly in a second state when the insert is pressed further into the insertion hole than in the first state, thereby causing the provisional retaining claws to engage the catches so as to prevent them from engaging the provisional retainers; and a coil spring

Abstract: An anchorage device for use in coupling a line/leash/lead to a requisite anchorage location, comprising a first structural component (2) providing a connection location (5) for coupling the device with a line/leash/lead, and a hook like formation (3) for enabling engagement connection of the device to a desired connection location, a second structural component (9) providing a latch element operationally associated with the first component for controlling the opening and closure of the hook like formation, and a third structural component (19) adapted for engagement with said first and second structural components (2,9) in such manner that the second structural component (9) is retained in its operational position relative to said first structural component (2) by snap fitting inter engagement of the first and third components (2,19).