Abstract: A flow cell (1) has at least two inlet channels (6 to 9), each connectable with a reservoir (10 to 13) and controllable by means of valves (14 to 17) and ending in an inlet chamber (5). Each of the two ends (21, 22) of the inlet chamber (5) is connected with the discharge channel (18) by means of an outlet channel (19, 20). Thus, the old fluid remaining in the chamber is displaced into the discharge channel (18) by the newly supplied fluid. The dead time until the passing of the pure new fluid is short.

Abstract: In a method for producing a directed gas jet wherein a guided sample gas beam is generated and an auxiliary gas beam is generated and directed and guided in the same direction as, but separated from, the sample gas beam, a pulsed carrier gas stream is generated and combined with the sample gas beam such that the sample gas beam is separated into spaced pulses which are embedded between the axially spaced pulses of the carrier gas beam and the carrier gas beam with the sample gas beam embedded therein is combined with the auxiliary gas beam such that the carrier and sample gas beam is radially enveloped by the auxiliary gas beam to from the directed gas jet of a carrier and sample gas pulses enveloped in the auxiliary gas beam.

Abstract: A fluid handling system, and a method of manufacture therefor, is provided having a flexible manifold including two layers of flexible material laminated together. The flexible manifold has provided therein a covered capillary, a capillary inlet hole fluidically connected to the covered capillary, and a capillary outlet hole fluidically connected to the covered capillary. A peripheral rim is attached to the flexible manifold and exerts tensile stress on the flexible manifold to provide dimensional stability to the flexible manifold.

Abstract: A thermostatic mixing valve for the mixing of a first fluid and a second fluid is disclosed. The thermostatic mixing valve is configured to produce a mixed fluid of a particular temperature from a first fluid of a temperature higher than or equal to the particular temperature and a second fluid of a temperature lower than or equal to the particular temperature. The thermostatic mixing valve includes a valve body having a first fluid inlet, a second fluid inlet, and a mixed fluid outlet. The thermostatic mixing valve also includes a valve member configured to control the rate of flow of at least the first fluid.

Abstract: An automatic manifold for a catheter assembly. Valve means automatically open and close flow between a liquid supply port for connection to injection means and a liquid delivery port for communication with the catheter assembly. A pressure sensor is integrated into the manifold. The manifold also includes a quick-disconnect coupling mechanism for a liquid supply port.

Abstract: A novel double block and double bleed stream switching system includes a common stream path for a multitude of fluid streams from, for example, a process pipeline. The common stream path includes a blocking port and a bleed port, and connects to at least one sample shut off. Preferably, the common stream path and sample shut off are shallow channels machined in a multi-layered block, with integrated pistons and ports controlling the flow from each stream and through the stream switching system.

Abstract: A method for dispensing blended fertilizer to a customer at a dispensing site, which may be remote and unmanned. The fertilizer dealer enters the blend of standard fertilizer ingredients required to provide the customer's desired nutrients into a database identified with the customer. The customer identifies himself to a dispensing site based computer which recognizes the blend and operates a blending and dispensing apparatus to dispense the desired quantity of blended fertilizer to the customer. A plurality of blends may be available to the customer.

Abstract: A filter system especially useful in the treatment of waste material, in particular liquid waste material which may include particulate matter therein. The filter system includes a series of filters of progressively finer porosity in order to selectively eliminate particulate (or semi-particulate) matters from a carrier material, typically but not exclusively, of a fluid or liquid nature. The filters are mounted within a housing which includes an outlet port and a plurality of inlet ports, wherein each inlet port includes a check valve.

Abstract: A wall type shower faucet including a mixing valve and a faucet body having: first and second water inlet channels communicating with the mixing valve; a first load control passage in communication with the first water inlet channel; a second load control passage in communication with the second water inlet channel; a first rear passage communicating with the first water inlet channel; a second rear passage communicating with the second water inlet channel; a first water supply channel communicating with the first rear passage; and a second water supply channel communicating with the second rear passage. A junction pin cap is mounted in each first and second rear passage with a movable stem member mounted in each junction pin cap. Each movable stem member has a sealing washer and a tip portion extending into the associated load control passage.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sanitary proximity valving (1) having an associated control device (8) with a sensor device (9) and a valve device (10) coupled with the control device (8), whereby the control device (8), after detection of a signal by the sensor device (9), activates the valve device (10) to release water. The aim of the invention is to provide a sanitary proximity valving (1) which can be used also in the private sphere without major inconvenience, and is thus characterized in that the control device (8), after detection of a signal from one side, activates the valve device (10) to release cold water, whilst the control device (8), after detection of a signal from the other side, activates the valve device (10) to release warmer water.

Abstract: An overall valving system is situated generally between a source of water and a habitable structure; a main valve is selectively openable and closable to permit and terminate flow from such source of water to the habitable structure; a conduit is provided for supplying pressurized air to an area downstream of the main valve when the main valve is closed.

Abstract: A fluid transfer pump wash-out apparatus is provided to facilitate cleaning of fluid transfer pump system components. The wash-out apparatus is adapted for temporary or permanent insertion between at least one pump liquid source pick-up point and a pump intake. The body of the wash-out apparatus is preferably adapted for connection in a pick-up hose assembly. The wash-out apparatus body is joined to a flow valve that is coupled to an intake coupler. The flow valve is operable to control the flow of fluid from the first pick-up hose into the body. The intake coupler is in turn coupled to a first pick-up hose that transports fluid from the liquid source pick-up point to the wash-out apparatus. An output coupler joined to the output end of the body is coupled to a second pick-up hose for connection to the fluid transfer pump assembly. A wash-out hook-up is provided to couple the body of the wash-out apparatus to a source of cleaning fluid.

Abstract: A system and method for connecting a secondary source of a medical gas to a medical gas supply system which enables uninterrupted gas supply without backfeeding. A control panel (10) is connected in the system fluidly between primary supply sources (44, 45, 46) holding types of medical gas and gas outlets (54, 55, 56) for the delivery of the respective types of medical gas to devices in a medical facility. For each gas type the control panel houses a respective shut off valve (24, 25, 26). The shut-off valve may be closed to isolate the upstream source from the downstream components. The control panel also houses for each gas type a respective secondary gas inlet port (68, 69, 70). The inlet ports have connections specific to the type of gas which may be received therethrough. Check valves are provided to enable fluid flow only into the inlet ports. A removable cover or face (11) is normally installed on the control panel. The face can only be installed when the shut-off valves are all open.

Abstract: A cementing head is provided for introduction and separation of fluids in a well. The cementing head comprises a plug container having upper and lower fluid inlets oriented tangent to the bore of the plug container. The upper inlet is located below the upper end of the plug so that a compact manifold can be used therewith. The compact manifold includes first and second discharge tees which may be connected by a one-piece coupling such that rotation of the coupling in one direction causes the discharge tees to seal against a spacer therebetween and rotation in a second direction causes the discharge tees to move apart from one another. A coupling for quick coupling of the plug container to a casing collar is also provided. The coupling apparatus comprises a locking clamp having pivotally connected arcuate clamp portions. Each arcuate clamp portion engages a lower end of a casing collar. A threaded adjustment is provided for increasing an initial compression of a seal against the upper end of the casing collar.

Abstract: A slide valve faucet handle operates when a user arcuately pushes or pulls the handle back and forth in one arcuate axis. A knob atop the slide valve is pushed away from the user in an arcuate fashion to increase flow or pulled toward the user to reduce or shut off flow. The slide valve includes an escutcheon/valve housing at the bottom with a manually graspable knob at the top attached to a movable cover member. The cover member, which is basically hemispherical, has a section removed at an angle to permit the movable cover to advance forward over the escutcheon/valve housing. With the knob in the upright position, the valve is closed. With the knob tilted fully back in a position of use, the slide valve is in the full open position. Intermediate positions regulate flow in a continuous linear manner as expected. There is no spring return, so the slide valve remains open where adjusted along the arcuate axis.

Abstract: A fluid control device has formed in a valve main body a main channel communicating with an inlet of a channel within a massflow controller, and a relatively long subchannel and a relatively short subchannel both communicating with the main channel. The process gas to be assure of high purity is passed through the relatively long subchannel.

Abstract: The present invention reveals a gas mixing device which maintains constant gas ratios under both steady state and intermittent flow conditions, and reduces mixture errors inherent with multiple gauges by providing only one pressure gauge to read the inlet pressure at each inlet port. To accomplish its purpose, the device comprises a chamber defined by two opposing hollow core pistons, a downstream control valve, and an upstream delay valve. The control valve, assisted by one piston, opens and closes in response to the upper and lower operating pressure limits of a receiver. The delay valve, assisted by the other piston, closes after the control valve closes and opens abruptly only after a significant drop in pressure within the chamber, the result of the control valve having suddenly opened wide. A single pressure measuring assembly, rotatably mounted to the gas mixing device, communicates with each inlet port.

Abstract: A faucet assembly including dual handles whose position indicates, both tactilely and visually, the volume and exit temperature of the water flowing from hot and cold water valves to a faucet outlet. Such indication is achieved by the mounting and controlled movement of the handles, by their configuration and perimeter, by surface exposure, and by their individual connections to hot and cold water valves. The proximity of the handles and their controlled movement enables the handles to be manipulated simultaneously by a single hand of the user without pinching the fingers. The handles are mounted to conceal their mountings and their connections to the valves and are thus the only parts of the faucet assembly visible to a user thereby enhancing the appearance of the installation. Further, the faucet assembly reduces plumbing costs and is universally adaptable to both rotary and linear water valves in a wide variety of bath and kitchen installations.

Abstract: A freezeless wall hydrant for delivery of hot or cold water from a single discharge conduit has first and second fluid inlet pipes in parallel spaced relation. The pipes have forward and rearward ends and are connected respectively to sources of hot and cold pressurized water. A laterally extending fluid conduit member connects the forward ends of the first and second fluid inlet pipes and is in communication therewith. A fluid closure valve is located in the rearward ends of each of the first and second fluid pipes. A check valve is in each of the pipes forwardly of the fluid closure valves and is capable of permitting fluid flow in the pipes in a direction from the closure valve, but prevents fluid flow towards the closure valves. A valve rod having forward and rearward ends rotatably extends through the laterally extending fluid conduit and through the forward ends of the first and second inlet pipes and has one end operatively connected to the check valves in the rearward ends of the fluid inlet pipes.

Abstract: A manifold valve has an intake for receiving a secondary fluid, a passage upwardly extending from the intake, a valve unit for opening and closing a top end of the passage, and a main channel having an opening on a bottom wall thereof, the opening facing the top end of the passage. The secondary fluid is upwardly supplied into the main channel through the intake, passage, and opening when the valve unit opens the top end of the passage and is stopped when the valve unit closes the top end of the passage.

Abstract: A process gas supply unit without conventional pipes. The process gas supply unit may include the components of a mass flow controller, an input valve, an output valve, a purge valve, a vacuum valve, a check valve, a regulator, and a filter. Module blocks are attached to at least one of the components with bolts from a predetermined direction. The module blocks are mounted on base plates with bolts from the same predetermined direction, and the base plates are mounted on a mounting panel with bolts from the same predetermined direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus and process for the vaporization of liquid precursors and deposition of a film on a suitable substrate. Particularly contemplated is an apparatus and process for the deposition of a metal-oxide film, such as a barium, strontium, titanium oxide (BST) film, on a silicon wafer to make integrated circuit capacitors useful in high capacity dynamic memory modules.

Abstract: A fluid flow control valve which includes a fluid flow conduit with one or more fluid inlets and one or more fluid outlets, and with one or more discrete magnetic elements located within the conduit that are positioned by means of a number of selectably activated electromagnets located in association with the conduit. The magnetic element or elements can preferably be positioned either to close fluid flow by engaging a predetermined fluid inlet or outlet thereby to block fluid flow therethrough or to open fluid flow by not blocking fluid flow therethrough.

Abstract: A valve assembly has a unitary teflon valve housing with six peripheral facets. A recessed area on the surface of each facet forms a valve seat. Pairs of fluid channels formed in the housing each terminate at openings at a central, planar area of a corresponding valve seat. A pair of rigid tubes are disposed in the openings at each valve seat, each tube forming a fluid-tight seal with periphery of the corresponding opening. The tubes extend slightly beyond the surface of the housing by a predetermined clearance. A diaphragm made of a resilient material covers the valve seat. The periphery of the diaphragm is in fluid-tight sealing engagement with the periphery of the valve seat. A central portion of the diaphragm is coupled to a solenoid above the diaphragm. The solenoid moves the diaphragm central portion between a closed position toward the valve seat and an open position away from the valve seat.

Abstract: A quick connect hose assembly is provided for a widespread faucet including a spout and a pair of end bodies mounted to a deck at spaced locations from the spout. The quick connect hose assembly includes a T-connector slidably mounted on an end of a waterway tube connected to the spout. The T-connector includes a pair of serrated hose connecting portions. A pair of connector members are provided including a hollow body portion which slidably receives a bottom portion of the end bodies and an outwardly extending serrated hose connecting portion extending from the hollow body portion. A first hose is connected between the T-connector and one of the connector members and a second hose is connected between the T-connector and the other connector member.

Abstract: A microfluidic delivery system (20) and microfluidic system (100) control flows of a liquid or a gas through elongated capillaries (62, 126) that are enclosed along at least one surface by a layer (42, 114) of a malleable material. An electrically-powered actuator included in the systems (20, 100) extends toward or retracts a blade from the layer (42, 114) of a malleable material to either occlude or open capillaries. Reservoirs (46, 124) included in a pouch (22, 108) together with the capillaries (62, 126) supply fluids whose flow is controlled by movement of the blades. The microfluidic system (100) permits dispensing at will, under microprocessor control at predetermined flow rates, liquids, samples, chemicals, reagents and body fluids, and mixing them together and/or reacting for diagnostic medical or analytical tests, DNA sequencing etc.

Abstract: A faucet fitting system having interchangeable components useable in both single handle and dual handle faucet fixtures. The component system is designed to allow the same putty plate with breast plate, waterway spout, aerator and mounting nuts to be used with the various escutcheons, metering valves and waterways associated with the single handle and dual handle faucet fixtures. Specially constructed water valves, putty plates and escutcheon constructions useable in conjunction with the system are also disclosed.

Abstract: A coating apparatus according to the invention comprises a spin chuck for holding a substrate, resist solution tanks which contain a primary resist solution, a thinner tank which contains thinner, a confluence valve communicating with the thinner tank and the resist solution tanks, first pumps each for supplying the confluence valve with the primary resist solution from a corresponding one of the resist solution tanks, a second pump for supplying thinner from the thinner tank to the confluence valve, a mixer for mixing the primary treatment solution and thinner supplied from the confluence valve, a nozzle for applying a solution from the mixer, to the substrate held by the spin chuck, and a controller for controlling the first and second pumps to adjust the mixture ratio of the primary resist solution to be supplied from each of the resist solution tanks to the confluence valve, to thinner to be supplied from the thinner tank to the confluence valve.

Abstract: In a gas mixing system for producing high-precision, continuous streams of mixed gas consisting of a plurality of individually metered gas components, with an individual gas line including a pressure reducing element and, if desired, a precision pressure regulator for each gas component, precision is further improved by providing that each gas line lead to a separate valve which is timed by electronic control means, the valves being connected at the input side via a jointly vented system of lines for pressure equalization, and communicating at the output side via a mixed gas line with a mixing chamber downstream thereof.

Abstract: A downhole production well control system is provided for automatically controlling downhole tools in response to sensed selected downhole parameters. The production well having a production tubing string therein with multiple branches, i.e., zones, each including a downhole primary control system. Each primary control system includes electromechanical drivers and devices to control fluid flow. A redundant control system is associated with each of the primary control systems. Each redundant control system is the identical its corresponding primary control system. The redundant control system is set to a sleep or dormant mode, while the primary control system is set to an active mode for collecting data, and communicating with the surface. In the event of a failure, the primary control system is switched to an inactive mode and the redundant control system is switched to an active mode, whereby it will now collect data, and communicate with the surface.

Abstract: A valve main body is internally formed with a main channel extending from a rear end face thereof nearly to a first valve actuator, and two subchannels communicating with the main channel via second and third valve actuators, respectively. The valve main body has a slanting face extending forwardly downward and having the first valve actuator mounted thereon.

Abstract: A faucet assembly including dual handles whose position indicates, both tactilely and visually, the volume and exit temperature of the water flowing from hot and cold water valves to a faucet outlet. Such indication is achieved by the mounting and controlled movement of the handles, by their configuration and perimeter, by surface exposure, and by their individual connections to hot and cold water valves. The proximity of the handles and their controlled movement enables the handles to be manipulated simultaneously by a single hand of the user without pinching the fingers. The handles are mounted to conceal their mountings and their connections to the valves and are thus the only parts of the faucet assembly visible to a user thereby enhancing the appearance of the installation. Further, the faucet assembly reduces plumbing costs and is universally adaptable to both rotary and linear water valves in a wide variety of bath and kitchen installations.

Abstract: An open/close valve construction for use in solid-state fluid transport circuits having discrete fluid passageways formed in rigid substrates with a substrate land between port regions of the fluid passageways. The valve construction comprises a diaphragm disk having a dome portion overlying the substrate land and port regions and having a self-restoring resilience sufficient to maintain its dome configuration against substantial line vacuum. A valve actuator is located above the dome portion and spring biased to compress the dome into a flat configuration closing the port regions. Means for negating the spring force are provided to allow the dome portion to restore its configuration and open the valve.

Abstract: A fluid valve is provided including a housing having an entrance to permit flow of fluid into the housing and an exit to permit said fluid to flow out of the housing. A first member is disposed in the housing and defines at least one first passageway. A second member is disposed in the housing and defines at least one second passageway. The first member and the second member are disposed in the housing operatively between the entrance and the exit so that the at least one first passageway and the at least one second passageway are selectively positionable with respect to each other to allow passage of the fluid through the at least one first passageway and the at least one second passageway from the entrance to the exit. A check valve is disposed in the housing operatively between the entrance and the first and second members.

Abstract: A dual-stream filling system is used in a packaging machine to introduce at least two flowable materials into a plastic bottle. The dual-stream filling system defines a material flow path therethrough. The system includes a primary filling tube having an inlet end and a discharge end and defining a primary filling tube internal flow region. A secondary filling tube has an inlet end and an outlet end and defines a secondary filling tube internal flow region. The secondary filling tube is positioned at least in part within the primary filling tube internal flow region, penetrating the primary filling tube through the first opening.

Abstract: A valve mount having two valves removably installed thereon from above as arranged in a direction comprises an inflow channel forming member having a channel in communication with an inlet of the valve disposed at one end thereof, a communication channel forming member having a channel for causing an outlet of the valve at the end to communicate with an inlet of the other valve adjacent thereto, an outflow channel forming member having a channel in communication with an outlet of the other valve, and a subchannel forming member having a channel in communication with an inlet-outlet port formed in the other valve.

Abstract: A bathing water pre-mix system, for attaching to an existing plumbing system and supplying temperature regulated water to a user. A mixing tank has a hot water inlet and cold water inlet that is attached to the existing plumbing system. The mixing tank has at least one outlet for dispensing water from the mixing tank, preferrably through a shower head. A desired temperature control allows the user to set a desired water temperature. A pair of solenoid valves control water flow at the hot water inlet and cold water inlet in an attempt at achieving the desired water temperature within the mixing tank. A water level indicator informs the user about the water level within the mixing tank. When a sufficient volume of water is present in the mixing tank at the desired temperature, water flow into the tank is halted, and the water in the mixing tank is dispensed to the user through the outlet.

Abstract: A water outlet control system is provided including a water basin having a drainage port formed on a lower extent thereof and an open top with an upper peripheral edge. A water source includes a hot water inlet and a cold water inlet each connected to a water outlet situated over the water basin for dispensing water therein. Next included is a pair of water control valves having a hot water control valve mounted between the hot water inlet and the water outlet and a cold water control valve mounted between the cold water inlet and the water outlet. The control valves each allow the adjustment of a flow of water therethrough, thereby permitting the control of a resultant water flow from the water outlet. A level indicator is mounted on an interior surface of the water basin to indicate a present level of water within the water basin between the drainage port and the upper peripheral edge thereof. Finally, a control panel includes buttons for adjusting the present level of the water within the water basin.

Abstract: A fluid control device has formed in a valve main body a main channel communicating with an inlet of a channel within a massflow controller, and a relatively long subchannel and a relatively short subchannel both communicating with the main channel. The process gas to be assure of high purity is passed through the relatively long subchannel.

Abstract: An apparatus for mixing and feeding plural gases flowing at different mass flow rates and having different molecular weights includes a plurality of gas feed lines connected to a mixing region having an outlet for feeding a mixture of the gases to a semiconductor production apparatus. The gas feed line carrying the lowest-flow-rate gas is connected to the mixing region at a location farther from the outlet than where any other feed line is connected to the mixing region. Feed lines carrying gases other than the lowest-flow-rate gas are connected to the mixing region according to (1) the relative mass flow rates of the gases carried by the lines (2) the relative molecular weights of the gases carried by the lines or (3) the product of the respective gas flow rates and molecular weights of the gases. At least the line carrying the lowest-flow-rate gas is provided with an apparatus for increasing the velocity of the gas flowing therein prior to entry of the gas into the mixing region.

Abstract: A fluid control valve arrangement allowing very complex valve interconnection schemes to be implemented in a small volume is disclosed. The fluid control valve arrangement utilizes seat plates positioned above and below a block to allow creation of three layers of material between valve elements on opposite sides of the block. Since there are three layers of material between blister valve elements on opposite sides of the block, there are two interfaces on separate levels from those levels contacting valve membranes and blister recesses upon which to form interconnection channels. Because each side of the block has one layer allocated for blisters and another allocated for formation of interconnection channels, very complex valve interconnection schemes may be implemented in a small volume.

Abstract: A faucet installation system is provided including at least one base assembly coupled to a water source and having an upper extent fixedly coupled to and extending from an aperture formed in a sink. The upper extent has an O-ring formed thereon. A faucet is provided having an inlet bore formed therein for releasably receiving the upper extent in a sealed manner for receiving water therefrom.

Abstract: A method of delivering a pure gas charged with a predetermined quantity of at least one gaseous impurity to an apparatus, comprising the steps of mixing at least two different auxiliary gases, including the impurity to form a mixture, diluting a sampled quantity of the mixture in the pure gas in a predetermined manner, delivering the pure gas charged with the impurity to the apparatus, wherein the auxiliary gases are stored in a reservoir in the form of a mixture of known composition, most of the auxiliary gases in the mixture having volume concentrations substantially of the same order of magnitude.

Abstract: A faucet system includes a cold water control valve and a hot water control valve. These control valves are in communication with each other through a cold water supply conduit and a mixed water conduit. The hot water control valve includes a needle valve and a valve seat. The needle valve is adjustable with respect to the valve seat to adjust the maximum temperature of hot water being supplied by the hot water control valve to the mixed water conduit. In one embodiment, the hot water control valve of the faucet system further includes a pressure balancer disposed between the hot and cold water supply and the hot and cold control valves.

Abstract: An improved structure for faucet which the conventional faucet body has a casing portion made of brass punched into form, including an upper cover body and a lower cover body to be assembled together by using a connection edge and a plurality of positioning flanges. The water-output end thereof is fastened together by using a aerating seat and a fastening ring; the end of two cover bodys nearing the pull rod position is fastened together by means of a fixed bar and a pull-rod seat so as to have the casing portion and the water-guide assembly connected together as one piece. The inner space of the casing portion is mounted with the water-guide assembly to supply water.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and a means of changing gas meters without interrupting gas service. The present invention is a gas meter quick change meter bar that includes a supply pipe connected to a mount bar that attaches for support to the gas meter, a transfer valve assembly, and a temporary supply valve assembly. The transfer valve assembly is permanently mounted to the mount bar and contains a transfer valve that normally permits gas flow from the meter into a user's building. The transfer valve can be moved to a position that shuts off flow from the meter, and opens to a supply from a temporary supply tank. The transfer valve is moved by rotating a handle in the temporary supply valve assembly.

Abstract: A dual-stream filling system is used in a packaging machine to introduce at least two flowable materials into a container. The dual-stream filling system defines a material flow path therethrough. The system includes a primary filling tube having an inlet end and a discharge end and defining a primary filling tube internal flow region. A secondary filling tube has an inlet end and an outlet end and defines a secondary filling tube internal flow region. The secondary filling tube is positioned at least in part within the primary filling tube internal flow region, penetrating the primary filling tube through the first opening.

Abstract: A dual-stream filling system is used in a packaging machine to introduce at least two flowable materials into a container. The dual-stream filling system defines a material flow path therethrough. The system includes a primary filling tube having an inlet end and a discharge end and defining a primary filling tube internal flow region. A secondary filling tube has an inlet end and an outlet end and defines a secondary filling tube internal flow region. The secondary filling tube is positioned at least in part within the primary filling tube internal flow region, penetrating the primary filling tube through the first opening.

Abstract: A valve device is used to reduce the air pressure in a brake pipe disposed on a railroad car in a train consist at a location in the train consist remote from the locomotive of the train consist. The valve device defines a primary supply passage, a branch supply passage and an exhaust passage. The primary and branch passages communicate with the brake pipe. All of the passages communicate with an elongated bore defined within the valve device. The valve device includes an adjustable first valve, a second valve, an electric motor drive and a pneumatic drive. The adjustable first valve and the second valve are both part of an elongated valve body member that can move reciprocatingly within the elongated bore. The adjustable first valve is used to vent air pressure from the brake pipe via the primary and exhaust passages at various rates of discharge. The rate of discharge is in proportion to the extent the adjustable first valve is commanded open.

Abstract: A burnproof device of triple/double switch combination faucet, including a faucet main body having an L-shaped cold water inlet switch seat and an L-shaped hot water inlet switch seat on two sides. A communicating tube inward extends from the side of each of the cold and hot water inlet switch seats. A center of the main body is disposed with a controlling switch seat for controlling the discharging of the water from downward spout or upward sprinkler. The communicating tube communicates the cold and hot water inlet switch seats with the controlling switch seat. A switch is disposed at a transverse tube opening of each of the cold and hot water inlet switch seats for controlling the water to flow from the longitudinal inlet into the center of the main body and mix therein. The controlling switch of the controlling switch seat is used to control whether the water should be discharged from the spout or the sprinkler.