Abstract: A superabsorbent polymer (“SAP”) root dip composition and methods of delivering a SAP to a plant are disclosed. A root structure of a plant may be dipped into a SAP hydrogel. The plant may then be planted, stored or transported for subsequent planting.

Abstract: A method of covering a potted plant or a floral grouping with a floral sleeve. The sleeve has, in one embodiment, a plurality of randomly positioned overlapping folds disposed in a sidewall of the sleeve. The sleeve optionally has a detachable upper portion.

Abstract: A structure of a microreactor includes a joined body having a pair of substrates joined together, a flow path formed by a microchannel portion formed on a joining surface of at least one of the substrates, and a catalyst carrying member disposed in the flow path. In the production of such a microreactor, the catalyst carrying member is produced separately from formation of the joined body and the catalyst carrying member is disposed in the flow path at the time of forming the joined body.

Abstract: A process for the endothermic gasification of solid carbon in an entrained bed facility comprises partial oxidation of fuel(s) and endothermic gasification of solid carbon, preferably preceded by low temperature carbonization such that the carbonization gas is passed to the partial oxidation and the carbonization coke is passed to the endothermic gasification. The hot gas streaming downwardly from the combustion chamber is deflected to produce separation of the liquid slag and is then passed to the endothermic gasification that operates with a rising gas stream and with addition of solid carbon having a grain diameter of up to 20 mm. The speed of the gas at the carbon inlet is higher than, and the speed of the gas at the end of the endothermic gasification is lower than, the suspension rate of the reactive carbon particles, to produce an increase of the relative speed difference between the gas and the carbon particles. Apparatus is also disclosed for carrying out the process.

Abstract: The invention relates to a door module for a vehicle door that includes a module plate and a window lifter rail attached to the module plate. The window lifter rail is movable in translation, is pivotally attached to the module plate, and is fixed by an easily detachable retaining mechanism in a supply position. The invention further relates to a vehicle door comprising such a door module as well as to a method of mounting a door module to a vehicle door.

Abstract: A window regulator device includes a rail having at least one projecting lug, a plate having at least one lug, a drive cable, and a cable drum placed in a recess of the plate. The plate is fixed to the rail by a joint action of a tensioned drive cable and the mutual imbrication of the lugs of the plate and the rail. The assembly of the window regulator device is simplified, and the drum can be fixed independently of the mounting and removal of an actuation motor.

Abstract: A power closure actuator especially suitable for use in powering various automotive closure devices. The actuator includes a brushless pancake electric motor having an output shaft; a sun gear on the output shaft; a plurality of compound planet gears each having a large diameter lower portion meshingly engaging the sun gear and a small diameter upper portion; a ring gear surrounding and meshingly engaging the small diameter upper portions of the planet gears, and a cable drum splined to the ring gear. A mounting plate positioned in overlying confronting relation to the flat upper face of the motor mounts a plurality of planet shafts extending upwardly from the mounting plate in circumferentially spaced relation to the motor output shaft with a compound planet gear journaled on each planet shaft.

Abstract: A mounting system for a closure which enables the closure to be opened from at least two sides. The closure includes handles mounted on the two sides and is mounted to a frame which the closure closes with the at least two sides. The closure only be opened from one of the sides at a time. The mounting system includes a locking and releasing mechanism on each of the sides, at least one hinge attached to each of the respective sides, a control bar attached to each hinge, the bar substantially locked into a respective control system, and a control circuit comprising a sensor and a relay, associated with each of the handles, whereby if a person opens the closure from one side, the sensor on that side activates the corresponding relay to operate the control system on that side of the closure and the hinge on that side is retracted.

Abstract: A combination sealing system and seal activation system for use with a combination of a panel and a frame includes a first sealing system and a first seal activation system for activating the first sealing system. The first sealing system is positioned within the frame, and the first seal activation system is positioned within the panel and including a movable member configured to engage the first sealing system. The first sealing system includes a movable member, and the movable member of the first sealing system is caused to move towards the panel by the first sealing system being engaged by the movable member of the first seal activation system moving towards the frame.

Abstract: A clip comprises a panel engagement that is forcibly fitted in and engaged with a mounting hole formed in a door panel, a head that is larger in size than the inside diameter of a hole drilled in the weather strip and having a tapered section, a neck having the same tapered section as the hole, and a through-hole formed in the panel engagement and neck, wherein the neck passed through the hole has the same section as the hole so that the hole is not enlarged when the clip is attached, therefore preventing the weather strip from bulging due to the enlarged hole.

Abstract: The Flow Clean Gutter Strainer System allows an eaves mounted gutter system to eject any debris that would otherwise block the function of a downspout and cause the gutter system to fail. When the strainer is clean, rainwater will flow through the strainer and down the downspout. When debris is present in the gutter, rainwater will carry the debris toward the strainer. Debris will accumulate on the strainer as long as there is an adequate flow velocity passing through the strainer and down the downspout. Once the strainer becomes clogged with debris, the flow pattern changes to carry the debris away and eject it through the debris ejection flow path. After the strainer cleans itself, rainwater once again flows unobstructed down the downspout. Additionally, the system allows for site adaptations that take into consideration prevailing wind direction, erosion, appearance, desired debris pile, and other factors.

Abstract: A method of constructing of a transportable modular building comprises the steps of: producing in a factory at least one service module which enables a container transportation thereof and is advantageously provided with appropriate building installations, where its height substantially corresponds to half of its length; producing in a factory at least two horizontal segments of a frame construction, having the width substantially corresponding to the height of the service module and the length substantially corresponding to the length of the service module, and at least one vertical segment of a frame construction, having the height substantially corresponding to the height of the service module and the length substantially corresponding to the length of the service module; transportation of the service modules, the horizontal and vertical segments to the building site by means of a vehicle apt to container transportation; attaching the service modules and the building segments together on the foundation of

Abstract: A structural system comprising the symmetrical interpenetration of an icosahedron and dodecahedron, further articulated to form a rhombic triacontahedron with each rhombus subdivided by two diagonals at its midpoint. The vertices of the original icosahedron and dodecahedron, and the midpoints of the rhombi, are projected such that a single circumscribed sphere would touch or nearly touch all three sets of resulting vertices. This geometry may used to create a hemispheric geodesic dome. Alternatively, this dome may be subdivided along the hemisphere's great circle segments into two half domes or four quarter domes. Rectangular structural elements may be inserted between the half or quarter domes to increase dome area without increasing dome height and to provide other advantages. The basic triangular components of the disclosed structure may be cut with minimal waste from conventional rectangular construction material such as Structural Insulated Panels.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to a system and method of constructing drilling and production platforms that are particularly useful in remote, inaccessible and/or environmentally sensitive operating environments. According to one aspect of the invention, an arctic drilling platform is provided wherein various methods and means of interlocking neighboring platform modules are provided. Methods and means for sealing the intersections formed between a plurality of interlocked platform modules are also disclosed. According to further aspects of the invention, improved platform floor plans are provided, and various wellhead cellar layouts and sealing means are also described. Methods and means of enhancing the usefulness of modular storage platforms are disclosed, and a number of support post installation and removal techniques are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to decorative and structural blocks designed to be installed as skirting structures for buildings, elevated structures and structural elements such as posts. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system that uses specifically designed and manufactured masonry blocks that are used in conjunction with specifically designed support beams and/or brackets to provide durable, attractive, easy to assemble surfaces or skirting structures. The blocks are shaped to be stacked in vertically independent, self-supporting columns, strengthened and linked together by specially shaped, lightweight, lateral support beams positioned between adjacent columns, and which may be attached directly or indirectly to a sub-structure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to decorative and structural blocks designed to be installed as skirting structures for buildings, elevated structures and structural elements such as posts. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system that uses specifically designed and manufactured masonry blocks that are used in conjunction with specifically designed support beams and/or brackets to provide durable, attractive, easy to assemble surfaces or skirting structures. The blocks are shaped to be stacked in vertically independent, self-supporting columns, strengthened and linked together by specially shaped, lightweight, lateral support beams positioned between adjacent columns, and which may be attached directly or indirectly to a sub-structure.

Abstract: This invention resides in explosion-resistant walls, panels and partitions, particularly for use around buildings, works of art, public places, and so forth, and wherein, in certain embodiments, may include textures and/or graphics to disguise and/or beautify the structure. In terms of a typical construction, the system includes a plurality of vertical metal pipes, with a portion of each pipe being preferably buried several feet below the ground surface, and a portion of the pipe remains exposed above ground. Two or more horizontal metal pipes are interconnected to the vertical metal pipes, creating apertures that are filled with explosion-absorbing panels. In contrast to “explosion-proof” panels, which require sufficient strength to remain in tact in the presence of a blast, the infill panels according to the invention some form of attachment mechanism which “gives way” in the presence of an explosion, thereby effectively absorbing the shock.

Abstract: A partition panel system comprises a frame assembly that includes a plurality of spaced vertical frame members, and a plurality of horizontal frame members extending between and coupled with the vertical frame members, wherein at least the vertical frame members or the horizontal frame members include spaced panel hanging apertures. The partition assembly also includes a panel assembly coupled with the frame assembly and including a panel member and at least one panel frame member coupled to an inner surface of the panel member proximate a peripheral edge thereof. The panel assembly further includes at least one clip member including an engagement portion that engages the hanger apertures of the frame assembly, and that is coupled with the panel frame member such that the clip member is slidable with respect to the panel member when the panel assembly is operably coupled with the frame assembly, thereby allowing for expansion and contraction of the panel member.

Abstract: A mold resistant structural drywall track system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the track system comprises a base section, lower side wall, lateral support, and upper side wall. The lateral support supports wall material, such as gypsum board, above the floor to prevent moisture from wicking into the gypsum board. Additionally, ventilation and drainage means are included to allow for ventilation and drainage of moisture that may collect behind a wall. The base section, lower side wall, and lateral support generally form a cavity with the lower side wall substantially perpendicular to the base section. Preferably, the lower side wall is in the same plane as the finished wall surface above, thereby preventing damage to gypsum board, including any rubber base or resilient material installed over the gypsum board. The drywall track system may be employed with metal stud structures as well as wood frame structures.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-layer decoupling and sealing system (1), in particular for the laying of ceramic paving (10) according to a thin-bed method (12). Said system comprises a layered construction containing, from the base upwards, a liquid-impermeable sealing layer (4), an anchorage layer (2, 3) that is configured from a lattice-type structural element and that is used to hold a filler material (12), which is to be incorporated into the upper face of the decoupling and sealing system (1) and which is plastic during processing and subsequently cures, in addition to a reinforcement layer (5), which is fixed, at least in some sections, to the anchorage layer (2, 3). This improves the load-bearing capacity of the decoupling and sealing system (1) and the bonding properties of ceramic paving (10) that is laid in a conventional manner on the decoupling and sealing system (1).

Abstract: A cargo trailer includes a floor, a roof and a side wall extending vertically upward between the floor and roof. The side wall includes a substantially gas impermneable outer liner panel and a substantially gas impermeable inner liner panel. The inner liner panel includes at least one glass and polymer layer and one gas impermeable barrier layer. The inner liner panel can also be used to form the roof and replace the outer liner panel.

Abstract: The floor tile is a laminate of two layers of flexible plastic sheet material laminated together in offset relationship to define an offset marginal portion for each of the layers. Each of the offset marginal portions have oppositely facing adhesive coated surfaces. A foam layer and/or a fiberglass sheet can also be included in the laminate structure of the floor tile. The floor tile can conform to surface contours of a floor base. The bottom layer of the floor tile, whether it is plastic sheet or foam, is conformable to surface irregularities of the floor base. A one piece releasable packaging device covers the oppositely facing adhesive coated surfaces of the offset marginal portions.

Abstract: An integrated edge and corner ramp piece for a floor tile includes an elongate edge ramp section, and a corner ramp section. The edge ramp section has a high side wall, a low side, and a substantially planar edge ramp surface extending therebetween. The corner ramp section integrally extends from an end of the edge ramp section, and has an apex disposed adjacent the high side wall, a low side, and a corner ramp surface extending therebetween. Connectors are disposed along the high side wall, and are configured to releasably interconnect the edge and corner ramp piece to the floor tile.

Abstract: The invention relates to thermal insulation and a method for installing insulation wherein the insulation and the installation method include a double-sided adhesive strip that secures at least one facing sheet, insulation liner, board or the like to a structural support member as found in walls, floors or ceilings. The adhesive can be a double-sided strip of adhesive that is integral to the insulation facing. In one preferred embodiment for installing insulation, the adhesive strip is a distinct component from the insulation that is then secured to both a structural support member and the insulation facing.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system for constructing pre-fabricated buildings. Wall panels are provided wherein each wall panel has a plurality of vertically disposed channel-shaped metal studs equidistantly disposed between a bottom plate and top plate. A substantially rigid foam insert is between each of the channel-shaped metal studs of a wall panel to provide insulation and structural support to the wall panel. The foam inserts each have an aperture forming a conduit vertically disposed within the foam insert. An interior spline is inserted between adjacent wall panels and provides the mechanical connection to secure the wall panels together. The interior spline comprises rigid foam with a pair of steel facing adhered on opposing faces of the spline.

Abstract: A laminate door stiffener apparatus includes a first layer having a body panel attachment side and an opposing first laminate connection side, and a second layer having a second laminate connecting side and an opposing perforated side with a perforation formed therein. The apparatus further includes a clip interposed within the perforation. The clip selectively supports an operable device. The first layer is selectively connected to a body panel.

Abstract: The invention is a log-made member for a large-scale truss structure. A truss structural member 1 comprises a log 2 cut so as to form flat surfaces on butt ends 2A thereof. A connector 4 slidably holds a shank 6m of a fastening bolt 6 and holds the periphery of the butt ends. Large lag screws 5 fix the connector 4 to the butt end 2A of the log. The connector 4 is disposed between the joint device 3 and the log 2, and is composed of a first element 4A and a second element 4B which engage with the portion of a counter-node side of the first element 4A. The first element 4A is provided with an axial symmetrical shell accommodating an elastic element 10 for biasing the fastening bolt 6. The second element is 4B is fixed to the log 2 by plural lag screws 5 so as to hold the butt end by using an annular thorn 4c so that the portion of the counter-node side thereof contacts the butt end 2A without any clearance.

Abstract: A floor deck member (1; 30) for scaffolding (24), wherein the floor deck member at each end has a mounting area (2, 3; 33, 34) designed to rest on a scaffold beam (25; 26), and downwardly projecting supporting pieces (2?, 3?; 33?, 34?) at each end to limit movement of the floor deck member (1; 30) relative to opposing scaffold beams (25, 26) when these support the floor deck member. The floor deck member has a plurality of elongate reinforcing profiled members (4, 5, 6; 37, 38, 39) which are embedded in longitudinal ribs (7, 8, 9; 35, 35?, 35?) on the underside of the floor deck member, wherein support ribs (10, 11; 36, 36?) are arranged between adjacent ribs (7, 8, 9; 35, 35?, 35?).

Abstract: The invention is a an improved wood metal attachment system to connect normal joists, rafters, main beans, and studs in a strengthened and replaceable manner. A hanger with sleeves on its side joins the main beam to the joist. The joist rested upon a notched stud. The upper stud is placed in a stud holder which stud holder has tunnels on its sides. A dowel rod with a stop and holes is placed through the stud holder tunnels and then through the hanger sleeves. The dowel rod is nailed or screwed to the upper stud and the notched stud to create strengthened joints. The invention has three embodiments, one for the basement joists and mainbeam, a second for connecting upper stories to lower stores. A third embodiment connects the rafters to the upper frame.

Abstract: A composite dowel structure and related methods (FIG. 1) are provided, for preparing, repairing and/or reinforcing existing hollow support structures, e.g. light poles made of steel, iron, or fiberglass, especially support structures that have lost tensile strength due to corrosion or other types of deterioration. The methods are particularly useful in preparing, repairing and/or reinforcing a hollow support structure, by forming a composite dowel structure, in situ, in the hollow support structure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to decorative and structural blocks designed to be installed as skirting structures for buildings, elevated structures and structural elements such as posts. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system that uses specifically designed and manufactured masonry blocks that are used in conjunction with specifically designed support beams and/or brackets to provide durable, attractive, easy to assemble surfaces or skirting structures. The blocks are shaped to be stacked in vertically independent, self-supporting columns, strengthened and linked together by specially shaped, lightweight, lateral support beams positioned between adjacent columns, and which may be attached directly or indirectly to a sub-structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rigid screwed assembly system for metal structures, which is designed to fix secondary sections (3) to a H-shaped receiving section (2) or similar. According to the invention, accessories (1) are provided at the assembly points, said accessories being fitted into the receiving section (2), and the secondary sections are fixed using screwed attachments (4) which pass through the corresponding assembly parts of the sections (2 and 3) as well as the corresponding accessories (1).

Abstract: A method for constructing decks which includes the steps of constructing a rim joist box frame which includes side boards, a front board and a back board; placing the side boards of the rim joist box on a pair of spaced-apart jacks or leveling devices; leveling the rim joist box horizontally using the jacks or leveling devices and a level; attaching the rim joist box to opposite corner posts and then to middle posts, typically resting on foundation blocks; adding front-to-rear center supports attached to center support posts, also typically supported on foundation blocks; positioning joists in space-apart, side-to-side relationship on the rim joist box and center supports; attaching decking boards to the joists; constructing steps from the ground to the decking boards on a selected side or sides of the deck; attaching front and side rails and rail caps to the corner posts and middle posts; and spacing balusters between the front and side rails and the rim joist box using a spacing tool.

Abstract: A method of manufacture comprising the following steps: (a) continuously advancing a web of bag making material at a first rate; (b) continuously joining portions of a downstream portion of a fastener tape to respective portions of the continuously advancing web of bag making material; (c) intermittently advancing an upstream portion of the fastener tape while the downstream portion is advancing continuously, the halt at the end of each intermittent advance being the start of the next work cycle, the upstream portion of the fastener tape being stationary during a respective dwell time of each work cycle and advancing during the remainder of each work cycle at a second rate faster than the first rate; (d) accumulating a portion of the fastener tape disposed between the upstream and downstream portions to compensate for the difference in the first and second rates during the aforementioned remainder of each work cycle; and (e) inserting a respective slider onto the upstream portion of the fastener tape during e

Abstract: An adhesive tape applying machine includes two first power sources secured in vertical position, a moving rod joined to output rods of the first power sources at two ends, a second power source connected to the moving rod with an output rod being displaceable in a horizontal direction, a supporting seat joined to the output shaft of the second power source, and an adhesive tape applying mechanism, which is supported on a lower end portion of the supporting seat, and which will apply adhesive tape on an object when it is pressed against and displaced relative to the object; the machine is positioned next to a stretch wrapper such that after the stretch wrapper winds a plastic film around an object, adhesive tape will be stuck on the object and a tail end portion of the plastic film with the adhesive tape applying machine.

Abstract: The invention relates to a machine frame for a packaging machine being constructed in such a way that its manufacture is simple and flexible for the various widths and lengths of foil packaging material without having the need for an expensive and labour intensive intercoupling. This machine frame is also robust and interiorly good cleanable, so that hygienic risks may be substantially decreased. This machine-building element comprises a (system) profile element made of strong sheet material, like e.g. metal or plastic material, comprising a mainly straight horizontal part that tapers off on both sides over an angle of approximately 90° to two downwardly directed vertical parts. These parts are longitudinally interconnected completely to a compact unit by means of a plurality of hollow functional sockets. These functional sockets are each provided with internal threading to receive an appropriate coupling element or module to be used in a machine construction, like e.g. an adapter socket.

Abstract: A banding system for piled products with a machine frame (8), a band feed mechanism (6) disposed on the machine frame for feeding band material (2) from a supply roll (1), means for forming a loop (7) with said band material (2) around the products to be banded, welding means (14, 15) to close said loop, and cutting means (17) for cutting said band material, said means for forming the loop comprising transporting means (111, 13) for transporting the band material (2) around the product to be banded and vacuum means (19, 19?, 24) connected to the transporting means.

Abstract: A method of sterilizing a contact lens includes at least partially sterilizing the contact lens with an application of electrolyzed brine. A system for at least partially sterilizing a contact lens in initial packaging includes a generator for producing electrolyzed brine with biocidal activity, and a dispenser for dispensing a quantity of electrolyzed brine from the generator into the initial packaging with the contact lens.

Abstract: A newspaper bagger system includes a bag support and a bag chute suspended around and from the bag support. The bag support includes a plurality of detachable bags that extend through the bottom of the chute. The bag chute includes a shoulder at an upper end of the chute to hang the bag chute from the bag support and can also include a vertical slot on a front side of the chute that extends down from the upper end of the chute about half the length of the chute. An upper stiffener is incorporated into the back of the chute and across the shoulder section of the chute and a lower stiffener is attached outside the chute and adjacent to a bottom of the chute. The bagger system is suspended from the interior of an automobile.

Abstract: A beverage bottling plant for filling beverage bottles having a bottle handling station and a method of operation thereof. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: A beverage bottling plant for filling beverage bottles with a liquid beverage material and a method of operation thereof. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bag forming, filling and sealing machine that is designed as a machine having a continuously moving tube. The machine comprises a device for lowering the cross seam welding device (5), folding device (6) and lifting device (9) synchronous with the downward movement of the tube. The inward movement of the welding jaws of the cross seam welding device (5) and of the folding elements of the folding device (6) is controlled up to the final point of each in such a manner that almost no relative motion occurs between the welding jaws and the wrapping material (1) at the upper point where the welding jaws come into contact with the covering material (1), whereupon the cross seam welding device (5) is lowered synchronously with the downward movement of the tubular bag.

Abstract: A centrifugal separator device (10) for separating solid and/or liquid particles which are suspended in gas media, which device comprises a rotor (12) which is provided sedimentation members (14), which is rotatably mounted in a surrounding stationary housing (20) and which has a central inlet for the gas medium which is to be cleaned. The housing (20) has, on the one hand, an outlet (32) for cleaned gas which, during its passage through the sedimentation members (14) in the rotor (12), has been freed form solid and/or liquid particles, and, on the other hand, an outlet (28 a-c) for solid and/or liquid particles which have been transferred onto the inner side of the housing.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a filter are described herein. In one embodiment, a filter includes a first side and a second side both of which have openings therein. A plurality of baffle members are positioned between the first side and the second side. The plurality of baffle members may be provided as separate pieces or as part of a baffle element. The filter may be used to remove grease from cooking exhaust in residential or commercial kitchen environments. In another embodiment, the filter includes a first side which has a plurality of entry openings in it and a plurality of baffle members which define a plurality of exit openings where air exits the filter.

Abstract: Composite of polyamide layer solvent bonded to cellulosic substrate is formed by solution electrospinning deposit of polyamide on cellulosic substrate with the solution subjected to electrospinning containing as solvent for polyamide one that swells cellulosic fibers on contact therewith and/or by depositing very long polyamide fibers of low average diameter.

Abstract: The invention provides a composite, dual layer filtration material (1) having a gradient structure, comprising a dust layer (2) of wet laid dust fibers (5), a HEPA layer (3) of wet laid HEPA fibers (6) laid on top of the dust layer (2), and a transition zone (4) between dust layer (2) and HEPA layer (3) of a mixture of wet laid dust fibers (5) and wet laid HEPA fibers (6), and wherein the transition zone (4) so bonds the dust layer (2) to the HEPA layer (3) such that the composite (1) may be pleated into a pleated HEPA filtration material (30) without substantial disruption of the bond between the two layers. A corresponding process is also provided.

Abstract: To provide a honeycomb filter for cleaning an exhaust gas, which is excellent in heat resistance and thermal shock resistance and has high thermal decomposition resistance and high mechanical strength and which is thus capable of being used with stability at high and fluctuating temperatures, and a process for its production. A honeycomb filter for removing solid particles containing carbon as the main component in an exhaust gas, characterized in that the material for the honeycomb filter is an aluminum titanate sintered product obtained by firing at from 1,250 to 1,700° C. a raw material mixture comprising 100 parts by mass of a mixture (component X) comprising TiO2 and Al2O3 in a molar ratio of the former/the latter being 40 to 60/60 to 40, and from 1 to 10 parts by mass of an alkali feldspar represented by the empirical formula (NayK1-y)AlSi3O8 (wherein 0?y?1), an oxide having a spinel structure containing Mg, or MgO or an Mg-containing compound which will be converted to MgO by firing (component Y).

Abstract: A system and apparatus for controlling height of a header of a work machine such as an agricultural windrowing machine or a harvesting machine, which includes height control cylinders jointly or individually operable for raising or lowering the opposite ends of a header to achieve a desired overall height or angle of tilt in relation to the surface of a field or pasture to be cut, and which allow the header to be raised, and lowered to the previously selected cut height, without changing the lengths of the cylinders, so as to be usable in combination with an optional header lift and/or float system.

Abstract: An edging attachment for riding lawn mowers is operable to control the height of an edging blade relative to a ground surface while an operator steers the mower in a desired direction. In one embodiment, the edging attachment is coupled to the mowing deck of a mower and the mowing deck is adjusted using a foot control. The foot control can be manipulated while the operator simultaneously steers the mower using a hand-operable steering controls. Because the edging attachment is coupled to the mowing deck, adjustment of the edging blade height is also effected using the foot control. In another embodiment, a hand-manipulated control is mounted proximate the steering controls to facilitate adjustment of the edging blade while simultaneously steering the mower.

Abstract: A device for removing fruit from a plant comprising a vibratory head having means for clamping a fruit plant, and means for controlling the vibratory head, preferably an electronic control means. The vibratory head further comprises at least one reaction mass which is vibratably driveable and connected to the clamping means for relative movement therebetween to provide a unidirectional force transmittable between the reaction mass and the clamping means, and hence transmittable to the plant.