Abstract: A ready-to-use injectable, co-solvents (ternary mixture) pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of cardiac conditions and diagnosis applications, comprising methyl-3-[4-(2-hydroxy-3-isopropylamino) propoxy]phenylpropionate hydrochloride (Esmolol hydrochloride), a buffering agent, ethanol and propylene glycol which capable of been stored in modified flexible plastic container, heat-sterilized without deformation and/or integrity of the closure system been compromised, as well as method for its manufacture, is disclosed.

Abstract: A ready-to-use injectable, co-solvents (ternary mixture) pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of cardiac conditions and diagnosis applications, comprising methyl-3-[4-(2-hydroxy-3-isopropylamino)propoxy]phenylpropionate hydrochloride (Esmolol hydrochloride), a buffering agent, ethanol and propylene glycol. The ready-to-use injectable, co-solvents (ternary mixture) pharmaceutical composition is capable of being stored in a modified flexible plastic container that may be heat-sterilized without deformation and/or without having the integrity of the closure system being compromised. A method for the manufacture of the ready-to-use injectable, co-solvents (ternary mixture) pharmaceutical composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an encasing for releasably containing a device and tire containing such encasing or encased device.

Abstract: An emergency escape slide container includes a first portion having a first end wall and a first side wall, the first side wall and the first end wall defining a first storage space that is sized and shaped to receive an emergency escape slide. The first side wall also includes a first rolling mechanism. The emergency escape slide container also includes a second portion having a second end wall and a second side wall, the second side wall and the second end wall defining a second storage space sized and shaped to receive the emergency escape slide. The second side wall also includes a second rolling mechanism. The first portion and the second portion cooperate to define a third storage space therebetween, the third storage space being equal to a combination of the first storage space and the second storage space.

Abstract: An automotive surface treatment system can include an aqueous antimicrobial composition which is formulated for use with automotive surfaces and has a volatile organic content no greater than 0.5% by weight. The aqueous antimicrobial composition includes an antimicrobial agent which is a combination of quaternary ammonium salts, a combination of surfactants which is at least one polyoxyalkylene surfactant, a fragrance, water, and at least one of a glycol solvent, a conditioner, a shine enhancer, a moisturizer, and UV protectant. The system also includes a dispense container which is adapted to retain the antimicrobial composition within the container and instructions attached to the dispenser. The instructions include directions to apply the antimicrobial composition to an automotive surface.

Abstract: A deposition for producing a porous organosilica glass film comprising: introducing into a vacuum chamber gaseous reagents including one precursor of an organosilane or an organosiloxane, and a porogen distinct from the precursor, wherein the porogen is aromatic in nature; applying energy to the gaseous reagents in the chamber to induce reaction of the gaseous reagents to deposit a film, containing the porogen; and removing substantially all of the organic material by UV radiation to provide the porous film with pores and a dielectric constant less than 2.6.

Abstract: The present disclosure refers to a material impermeable to water vapour and oxygen for packaging dietary products, cosmetics and medicinal specialities. In particular, the present disclosure refers to primary packaging in the form of blister packs or sachets, which comes into direct contact with the formulations of medicinal specialities and dietary products and cosmetics, such as, for example, tablets, pills, pessaries, powders, granules, suppositories, rigid capsules and soft capsules (also known as soft gel capsules).

Abstract: The present application provides rapid-gelling, sprayable hyaluronic-acid based compositions, kits, related methods, precursor formulations, and uses thereof.

Abstract: One or more techniques, systems, or both are disclosed for an automotive container comprising a water dispersible, pre-moistened wiping product for an associated rotor. The wiping product may comprise a flexible substrate carrying a cleaning composition wherein the cleaning composition may comprise 1) about 70% to about 90% water; 2) about 1% to about 10% corrosion inhibitor; and 3) about 10% to about 25% surfactant. A single wiping product may be in the automotive container for single use application and may then be discarded with the automotive container through ordinary disposal means. A single use lubricating product may be carried in a separate pocket or container for use after the wiping product.

Abstract: The present invention is a shakable cleaning bag to clean a plurality of objects that includes a base cleaning bag, a cleaning pouch disposed in the base cleaning bag that receives the objects to be cleaned and a perforated cut line disposed on the top portion of the base cleaning bag that is cut when the base cleaning bag is ready to be used. A fastener disposed below the perforated cut line that runs across the base cleaning bag allowing access to the cleaning pouch and an abrasive or non-abrasive alcohol cleaning solution that is contained in the base cleaning bag that has direct contact with the objects that are placed in the base cleaning bag to be cleaned by the alcohol cleaning solution. There is also a two pouch base cleaning bag with a rinsing pouch and rinse solution and a method of use.

Abstract: Packaged formulation comprising a compound liable to exothermic decomposition and optionally one or more organic diluents, said formulation being packaged in a container with a volume of at least 250 liter provided with a vent to release gases and made from a thermoplastic material having a Vicat B softening temperature not higher than (a) the run-away temperature of the compound liable to exothermic decomposition if the formulation does not contain any diluent, or (b) the boiling temperature of at least 50 wt % of the total weight of diluent if the formulation does contain organic diluent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container for liquids, a method of filling it and the use of the container according to the invention for holding and storing radioactive substances. The container for a liquid comprises a cavity for holding the liquid, the cavity being bounded by walls (1) at the sides and at the bottom, an opening for filling the cavity with the liquid, a closure for closing off the cavity, the closure having a piercing region for inserting a cannula into the cavity, a bottom casing (20) which surrounds the walls of the cavity in the standing area, a top casing (10) which surrounds the pierceable closure with the exception of the piercing region, and a film (30) which extends from the top casing to the bottom casing and surrounds those areas of the walls of the cavity which are not already surrounded by the top casing or bottom casing.

Abstract: The embodiments described herein relate to chemically and mechanically durable glass compositions and glass articles formed from the same. In another embodiment, a glass composition may include from about 70 mol. % to about 80 mol. % SiO2; from about 3 mol. % to about 13 mol. % alkaline earth oxide; X mol. % Al2O3; and Y mol. % alkali oxide. The alkali oxide may include Na2O in an amount greater than about 8 mol. %. A ratio of Y:X may be greater than 1 and the glass composition may be free of boron and compounds of boron. In some embodiments, the glass composition may also be free of phosphorous and compounds of phosphorous. Glass articles formed from the glass composition may have at least a class S3 acid resistance according to DIN 12116, at least a class A2 base resistance according to ISO 695, and a type HGA1 hydrolytic resistance according to ISO 720.

Abstract: A bag contains polysilicon, has been welded and includes at least one weld seam and a polyethylene film having: a thickness of 150-900 ?m; a stiffness at a flexural modulus Fmax of 300-2000 mN and Ft of 100-1300 mN; a fracture force F determined by dynamic penetration testing of 200-1500 N; a fracture energy Ws of 2-30 J; a penetration energy Wtot of 2.2-30 J; a film tensile stress at 15% longitudinal and transverse elongation of 9-50 MPa; an Elmendorf longitudinal film tear resistance of 10-60 cN; an Elmendorf transverse film tear resistance of 18-60 cN; a longitudinal film elongation at break of 300-2000%; a transverse film elongation at break of 450-3000%; and a weld seam strength of 25-150 N/15 mm. A method includes filling a bag with polysilicon, and welding by pulse sealing with contact pressure greater than 0.01 N/mm2 to obtain a 25-150 N/15 mm weld seam strength.

Abstract: An adult toy, such as a phallus-shaped vibrator, comprises a hollow core, a tip coupled to an end of the core and a handle containing a control interface allowing user control of the vibrator. The handle, which is coupled to the core at a distal end to the tip, houses a peristaltic pump that engages a flexible pipe network. The hollow core incorporates an access door that, when opened, allows loading of a reservoir cartridge into an internal compartment of the core. The cartridge contains lubricant, liquid hormonal stimulant or other chemical solution for use with the vibrator.

Abstract: The present disclosure concerns reduction or mitigation of metal-contamination of polycrystalline silicon when held or stored in containers at least partially constructed of metal and/or having polysilicon contact surfaces at least partially of metal. In particular, the disclosure relates to a method of mitigating metal contamination of polycrystalline silicon from contact with a metal surface of a container by providing the surface with a protective layer comprising a microcellular elastomeric polyurethane.

Abstract: A system for protecting an electronic device. The system includes a pocket, where the pocket is configured to receive an electronic device capable of receiving or transmitting electronic signals. The system also includes a cover, where the cover is directly attached to the pocket. The cover is configured to cover at least a portion of the pocket and prevent the electronic device from receiving or transmitting electronic signals in a direction toward the cover. The electronic device is allowed to receive or transmit electronic signals in a direction not toward the cover. The cover includes an opening. The opening is configured to allow an audio signal to pass through the cover and includes a mesh layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to detergent compositions containing a specific blend of isoprenoid-based surfactants to deliver easy-rinse (low sudsing) cleaning performance.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) gels which gelate in situ and are suitable for nucleus (gel bodies of the intervertebral disks) replacement, and to a process and to an apparatus for administration thereof, to the use thereof and to a vessel which comprises an inventive PVA gel.

Abstract: A wallboard joint compound package is provided, including a container defining an interior space and configured for being sealed, a first component of ready-mixed joint compound being disposed in the interior space to a level which leaves a pre-determined head space, and an upper surface of the component is defined in the container. A second component is provided, including water, and is placed in the interior space upon the upper surface, such that the first and second components remain substantially distinct prior to opening of the container.

Abstract: A solid controlled release composition according to the present invention includes at least one cellulosic material, water, at least one active ingredient, and optionally at least one of a saccharide, sugar alcohol or salt. The active ingredient can be a polycarboxylic acid.

Abstract: The present invention provides various pharmaceutically active topical delivery compositions. In particular, compositions of the present invention are present in a pressurized container comprising a quick-breaking alcoholic foaming agent, such that when the composition is released, i.e., dispensed, from the pressurized container, a quick-breaking temperature sensitive foam is formed. In addition, the present invention provides various aspects related to such compositions, including methods for modulating a foam characteristic, methods for improving the shelf-life of a pharmaceutically active compound, methods for the percutaneous treatment of various diseases, infections, and illnesses, and methods for evaluating foam characteristics.

Abstract: The invention relates to a web-form packaging material which comprises at least one layer, comprising a packaging material surface, of a sealable material, to a packaging unit with a transdermal therapeutic system and with a packaging material of this kind, and also to a process for producing a packaging unit. For this purpose, at least the abovementioned surface of the packaging material has a multiplicity of recesses and/or a multiplicity of non-recessed regions. The distance between two adjacent recesses and/or the distance between two adjacent non-recessed regions is less than five times the packaging material thickness. Moreover, the depth of the recesses is not less than 1.2 nanometers and not more than 95% of the packaging material thickness. With the present invention, the sticking of an adhesive on the inner face of the packaging material is effectively prevented.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing silicon-based nanoparticles by electrochemical etching of a substrate, wherein the substrate is a metallurgical-grade or upgraded metallurgical-grade silicon, the substrate including an impurity content greater than 0.01%.

Abstract: Solid pharmaceutical preparation containing the active substance glyceryl trinitrate in the form of a single dose for sublingual or oral administration, which is packaged in a composite film, wherein the composite film contains a layer comprising polyacrylonitrile (PAN) on the side facing the preparation.

Abstract: A water-based non-permanent adhesive solution composition comprised of water, gum arabic powder, sodium benzoate, citric acid and denatured alcohol capable of being applied directly to the thumb and playing fingers for players of stringed instruments including, but not limited to, banjos, steel guitars, and Dobros. When applied to the thumb and playing fingers the solution quickly and safely binds the picks to the skin to prevent the picks from slipping or falling off during prolonged periods of play.

Abstract: Concentrated liquid cleaning fluid compositions for hard surface cleaning which are particularly suited for storage and dispensing from water-dissolvable plastic pouches. In use the pouches are placed in water whereupon the plastic pouch dissolves allowing the concentrated composition to become diluted in the water to provide a cleaner. The concentrated cleaning composition has good stability and does not affect the plastic or rate of dissolution of the pouch, and allows use of a variety of colorants and fragrances with a base product formulation. The formulation includes a linear alkyl benzene sulfonic acid (LABSA), a nonionic ethoxylated alcohol surfactant, and an alkanol amine or alkyl amine capable of reacting with the LABSA so that the sulfonic group is added to the amine.

Abstract: A concrete structure kit comprising a dry powdered concrete mixture contained within a shaped container or packaging is provided. In use, the packaged dry concrete mixture is placed in a desired location, water is added to the dry mixture in an appropriate amount, and the concrete is allowed to set in the shape of the container. After the concrete has hardened, the container may be removed from the outside of the concrete structure and discarded. In a second embodiment, a modular concrete mold system is provided, which includes a series of interlocking pieces having various shapes, such as straight sides, curved sides, corners, acute and obtuse angles, and the like. This arrangement allows a user to form a concrete mold into a variety of different shapes, as desired.

Abstract: A portable cosmetic container is disclosed. The portable cosmetic container includes a tube that has a receiving space with an opening at one end, and a crease is located at a bottom portion of the receiving space, so that a user can easily break the tube from the crease to form the opening of the receiving space. Substance is partially filled in the receiving space, and air therein is extracted to form a negative pressure status. It is advantageous that when a user breaks the tube from the crease, the substance will not randomly spray out since the air pressure moves towards the opening to keep the substance in the receiving space.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rapidly dissolving edible film dosage form incorporating a physical-chemical identifier and/or indicia. The physical-chemical identifier and/or indicia may correspond to an active ingredient that may be evenly distributed throughout the film. The physical-chemical identifier and/or indicia may be associated with at least one section of the film composition and/or associated with a sealed pouch or package containing the film composition and provide information to the consumer, practitioner, producer or regulator that is relevant to the edible film dosage form.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed, inter alia, to a system that comprises a rapid prototyping device and a material cartridge. The rapid prototyping device comprises a chamber for building up the object. The cartridge comprises a body into which a channel extends. A support is adapted to be movably arranged within the channel. The cartridge is adapted to be removably placed in the rapid prototyping device, and the rapid prototyping device can move the support of the cartridge. In one embodiment, the system helps minimizing costs in the manufacturing of dental restorations by rapid prototyping techniques.

Abstract: A fire suppressant mixture comprising: an organic or supplemental organic fire suppressant compound having a boiling point; and an organic compound with a boiling point lower than the boiling point of the organic fire suppressant compound, wherein the organic fire suppressant compound and the organic compound are combined such that a boiling point of the mixture is lower than the boiling point of the organic fire suppressant. In some embodiments, the organic fire suppressant compound is FK 5-1-12 and the organic compound is carbon dioxide. In other embodiments, the mixture is supplemented with an additional organic compound CF3I and an inorganic pressurizing gas, such as nitrogen.

Abstract: The present invention provides antimicrobial solutions that in certain cases comprise a biguanide and a glycol ether and, in some cases, optionally also includes combinations of at least one an alcohol, at least one chelator, glycerol, deoxycholate, and/or at least one alkylpolyglucoside. In certain aspects the invention comprises a biguanide and deoxycholate or a combination of chelator, ethanol, and alkylpolyglucoside. Also provided are methods for rapidly killing and/or reducing bacteria, fungi, or virus from surfaces, for example, including surfaces of indwelling medical devices and organic surfaces such as skin and sutures, and inorganic surfaces such as medical equipment, pipelines etc.

Abstract: A packaged peroxide formulation comprising a container and a liquid peroxide formulation, wherein said container has a volume of at least 50 litres and a vent area/volume ratio of at least 20·10?3 m2/m3, said liquid peroxide formulation satisfies the classification tests for organic peroxide type F, has a conductivity of at least 100 pS/m, is not an emulsion or suspension, and comprises (i) at least 33 wt % of an organic peroxide selected from the group consisting of diacyl peroxides, peroxyesters, peroxydicarbonates, peroxyketals, and monoperoxycarbonates, and (ii) optionally a phlegmatiser, the packaged peroxide formulation has a vent area that is at least equal to the minimum total vent area as determined by the 10 litre venting test.

Abstract: A highly purified and heat stable cross-linked tetrameric hemoglobin suitable for use in mammals without causing renal injury and vasoconstriction is provided. A high temperature and short time (HTST) heat processing step is performed to remove undesired dimeric form of hemoglobin and the plasma proteins impurities effectively. Addition of N-acetyl cysteine to the heat stable cross-linked tetrameric hemoglobin maintains a low level of met-hemoglobin. The heat stable cross-linked tetrameric hemoglobin can improve and prolong oxygenation in normal and hypoxic tissue. In another aspect, the product is used in the treatment of various types of cancer such as leukemia, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, liver cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma and esophageal cancer. Another application is heart preservation in situations where there is a lack of oxygen supply in vivo, such as in heart transplant or oxygen-deprived heart.

Abstract: A synthetic resin hollow body (A) that has a satisfactory decorating property and a satisfactory recycle property in a disposal and that is hardly damaged. In addition, a product cost and an operation cost thereof can be suppressed. The synthetic resin hollow body (A) includes: a hollow molding body (a) made of a resin, the hollow molding body (a) capable of holding a liquid material; and a resin sheathing body formed outside the hollow molding body (a) in an integrating manner with the hollow molding body (a), wherein the resin sheathing body is made of a highly transparent synthetic resin having a total ray transmittance of at least 80%.

Abstract: The present invention is based, at least in part, on the identification of a pharmaceutical container formed, at least in part, of a glass composition which exhibits a reduced propensity to delaminate, i.e., a reduced propensity to shed glass particulates. As a result, the presently claimed containers are particularly suited for storage of pharmaceutical compositions and, specifically, a pharmaceutical solution comprising a pharmaceutically active ingredient, for example, HUMALOG (insulin lispro), HUMALOG MIX 75-25 (insulin lispro), HUMALOG MIX 50-50 (insulin lispro), HUMILIN 70-30 (insulin), HUMILIN N (insulin), HUMULIN R (insulin) or GEMZAR (gemcitabine).

Abstract: This invention relates to a coupling liquid for ultrasound devices, preferably high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU). The coupling liquid comprises a liquid aqueous solution of at least one hydrophilic polymer having an average molecular mass of between 30,000 and 70,000 and at least one alcohol with a carbon chain of 1 to 7 carbon atoms. Also disclosed is a container (10) for an ultrasound coupling liquid having a thin wall.

Abstract: A pack comprising a block of personal cleansing composition cast in a receptacle, wherein: the personal cleansing composition is solid at an ambient temperature and liquid at an elevated temperature; the personal cleansing composition is in direct contact with the receptacle; the receptacle is resistant to the liquid form of the personal cleansing composition; and the receptacle is configurable into a collapsed form to free the block.

Abstract: A packaged particulate detergent composition, wherein the composition comprises greater than 40 wt % detergent surfactant, at least 70% by number of the particles comprising a core, comprising mainly surfactant, and around the core, a water soluble coating in an amount of from 10 to 45 wt % based on the coated particle, each coated particle having perpendicular dimensions x, y and z, wherein x is from 0.2 to 2 mm, y is from 2.5 to 8 mm, and z is from 2.5 to 8 mm, the packaged particles being substantially the same shape and size as one another.

Abstract: Techniques and devices are provided related to a handling system for cassettes for radiolabeled compound synthesis that include a magazine that is unshielded and that is configured to receive a plurality of microfluidic synthesis cassettes. In one embodiment, the plurality of microfluidic synthesis cassettes include nonradioactive reagents to generate a radiolabeled compound when reacted with a radioactive species. In this manner, a cassette handling device may be stored unshielded and may be coupled to a cassette handling platform to allow advancement of the plurality of microfluidic synthesis cassettes into the cassette handling platform and, in turn, a shielded radiosynthesis machine.

Abstract: A reusable bag for storing foods is provided, comprising an outer material constructed from a polyethylene terephthalate (RPET) non-woven fabric; an inner lining constructed from a multilayer material comprising: a first aluminum layer, a layer of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) adhered to the first aluminum layer, and a second aluminum layer adhered to the layer of polyethylene terephthalate (PET); wherein the inner lining and outer material are formed in the shape of a bag having an opening; and (c) a zip-lock fastener adhered to the opening, wherein the zip-lock fastener is adapted to permit a secure closure and water-tight seal of the bag.

Abstract: A contact lens (4) comprises a solid component capable of imparting shape and structure to said lens, and a liquid component, at least partially contained in the solid component, capable of favoring the compatibility between said lens and the eye of a user of said lens, wherein the liquid component comprises a solution capable of being used as a lachrymal substitute.

Abstract: The invention relates to an oral care liquid composition in a unique collapsible, air-tight, condiment like package geared toward sterilize and disinfect a toothbrush head. The product is poured onto a toothbrush head removing potentially harmful bacteria and germs from their toothbrush head.

Abstract: The present invention is a package of a kitchen cleaning composition that includes a base package with a front portion, a top edge and a bottom edge, where the top edge can be torn or ripped by hand to open the base package providing access to the kitchen cleaning composition and the bottom edge is sealed but is tearable to open the base package and the kitchen cleaning composition that is utilized to clean and sanitize a garbage disposal that consists of dried grapefruit peel and a plurality of fragrances that include lemon, lime, orange, grape, strawberry, coconut, watermelon, cantaloupe, peach, peppermint, cinnamon, pine, citrus, lilac, vanilla, flowers, licorice or cherry natural or artificial fragrance.

Abstract: A synthetic resin hollow body which includes a hollow molding body made of a resin, the hollow molding body capable of holding a liquid material, and a resin sheathing body formed outside the hollow molding body in an integrating manner with the hollow molding body, wherein the resin sheathing body is made of a highly transparent synthetic resin having a total ray transmittance of at least 80%. The synthetic resin hollow body can exhibit a satisfactory decorating property and a satisfactory recycle property and is hardly damaged. In addition, the product cost and operation cost can be suppressed.

Abstract: An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a Thermotoga maritima acetyl xylan esterase gene was modified using error-prone PCR and site-directed mutagenesis to create an enzyme catalyst characterized by an increase in specific activity. The variant acetyl xylan esterase may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, and paper pulp processing applications.

Abstract: A bi-phasic pharmaceutical composition for oral administration including one or more solid active ingredient containing particles dispersed within a semi-solid carrier formulation. The solid particles include a coating with pH-triggered drug release properties and the semi-solid carrier formulation is formulated at a pH that is different than the pH at which the active ingredient release properties of the coating are triggered. Also described is a delivery system for delivery of the bi-phasic pharmaceutical composition including the bi-phasic pharmaceutical composition described above and a dispenser pouch formed from flexible laminate sheets. Further, a process for manufacturing the two-phase pharmaceutical delivery system is described including the filling the bi-phasic pharmaceutical composition into flexible dispenser pouches, which allows the patient to squeeze and dispense the contents of the package directly into the oral cavity.

Abstract: An object of the invention is to provide a container for holding a melt of a metal and/or a melt of a metal salt, in which a melt container allows keeping a small amount of heat radiation of the melt, suppressing penetration of the melt and development of breakage or cracking to the minimum, holding the melt suitably, and also preventing the melt from impurity contamination. The melt container of the invention is a container for holding the melt of the metal and/or the melt of the metal salt, and has, sequentially from inside of the container, a first layer constituted of a refractory having an apparent porosity of 12% or less, a second layer constituted of a refractory having a thermal conductivity (at 800° C.) of 4 W/m·K or less, and a third layer constituted of a refractory having a higher thermal conductivity than thermal conductivity of the second layer.

Abstract: A dough tray is provided for distributing dough. The dough tray includes a plurality of dough wells, a plurality of grooves defined by the dough wells, and a plurality of denesting features.