Abstract: A storage receptacle for smoking material may open on two opposite sides. A first end of the storage receptacle may have teeth which extend from the first end of the storage receptacle. A second end of the storage receptacle may have one or more cavities which store a pipe, a lighter and/or a cleaning pick. A first cover and a second cover may be removed from the first end and the second end of the receptacle, respectively. The first cover may have teeth, and the first cover may be rotated relative to the first end of the receptacle to grind, to divide and/or to separate the smoking material into smaller sizes using the teeth. Threads may connect the first cover to the first end and the second cover to the second end. A sieve cylinder may have a screen which collects the smoking material having smaller sizes.

Abstract: A sterilizer having a cassette for holding metal instruments or medical devices. The cassette includes a metallic container that defines a sterilization chamber. The container has at least one outer surface. A plurality of spaced-apart, elongated rails extend along the at least one outer surface of the container. Each of the rails includes a free, longitudinal edge wherein the edges of the rails lie in a first plane. An insulating shell encases the metallic container and the plurality of rails. An outer surface of the insulating shell lies in the first plane. A receiving unit includes a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface engages the edges of the rails and the outer surface of the insulating shell when the cassette is disposed within the inner housing. A plurality of spaced-apart elongated ribs extends along the outer surface of the housing.

Abstract: My match container and striker for a match handle or holder enables self-sufficient functionality. It does so by incorporating match containment and striking within the application device itself. No secondary component such as a disconnected box of matches is necessary. Within one device a match can be lit and applied with convenience, efficacy, and safety.

Abstract: A stable catalyst solution suitable for catalyzing the polycondensation of reactants to make polyester polymers comprising: (i) M, wherein M is represented by an alkaline earth metal or alkali metal and (ii) aluminum metal and (iii) a polyhydroxyl ether solvent, wherein the molar ratio of M:Al ranges from 0.2:1 to 4:1 or less. The catalyst solution is desirably a solution which does not precipitate upon standing over a period of at least one week at room temperature (25° C.-40° C.), even at molar ratios of M:Al approaching 1:1. There is also provided a method for the manufacture of the solution, its feed to and use in the manufacture of a polyester polymer, and polyester polymers obtained by combining certain ingredients or containing the residues of these ingredients in the composition.

Abstract: Polyesters whose polycondensation is catalyzed by titanium-containing catalysts and which are susceptible to acetaldehyde formation during polycondensation or subsequent molding operations are prepared with low finished acetaldehyde content and reduced acetaldehyde generation by adding an ammonium or amine salt of an oxyphosphorus-acid. Polyesters, especially polyethylene terephthalate, may be produced with high inherent viscosity in reduced processing time, without the necessity of further polymerization in the solid state.

Abstract: Childproof packaging (10) for a product such as matches or pharmaceutical tablets includes a sleeve (12) and a container (14) for the product within the sleeve. The package includes two pairs of latches, (20-38-42, 22-40-44) with each latch of a pair oppositely located on the package. A user must use both hands simultaneously, with a respective hand operating a respective pair of latches, to hold the latches in an unlatched condition and also simultaneously to apply pressure to the container (14) to slide it outwardly relatively to the sleeve (12). Such a two-handed, five finger operation to open the package (10) requires a dexterity that is easy for adults but very difficult for children. Each latch may be a spring arm (42, 44) mounted tab or button (38, 40) which seats in an aperture (20, 22) in the sleeve (12).

Abstract: Poly(trimethylene dicarboxylate) prepared by polycondensation of: (a) 1,3-propanediol; (b) aliphatic or aromatic diacid or diester; and (c) from about 0.01 to about 0.2 mole %, based on the total number of moles of 1,3-propanediol and diacid or ester, of polyfunctional reactant containing three or more carboxylic acid type groups or hydroxy groups. Shaped articles, including bottles, are made from the poly(trimethylene dicarboxylate).

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and a device for increasing the intrinsic viscosity of a polyester material by solid-state polymerization, wherein the polyester material is heat-treated in a heat treatment container (6), the polyester material being introduced into a preheating container (2) prior to being conveyed into the heat treatment container (6), in which preheating container it is heated to a heat treatment temperature of the heat treatment container (6) or to a temperature above that and is delivered to the heat treatment container (6) after having reached said temperature. The preheating container (2) is small in comparison with the heat treatment container (6) so that the relatively small amount of polyester material contained therein can quickly be heated to the intended temperature, thereby leading to a short residence time in the preheating container.

Abstract: A poly(arylene ether)/polystyrene blend may be prepared by melt kneading a carboxylic acid compound, a poly(arylene ether), and a polystyrene to form an intimate blend, and steam stripping the intimate blend, where melt kneading is conducted with a specific energy consumption of about 0.1 to about 0.3 kilowatt-hour per kilogram of blend. The method allows the formation of an intimate resin blend while minimizing the styrene monomer content of the final blend.

Abstract: Game played using match-related medium for printing gaming instructions and indicia. At least one of interior surfaces of a matchbook or matchbox carrier is printed with gaming indicia used for comparison against gaming indicia printed at least one of match sticks or match splints. Game instructions are also printed on the interior surfaces of the matchbook or matchbox carrier. A serial number printed on at least one of the matchbook, matchbox, matchstick or match splint provides control over the game. Game indicia is related to at least one of: Five-card Poker, Seven-card Poker; Pai Gow Poker, Baccarat, lotteries and raffles.

Abstract: Packing materials for a module of a display apparatus for protecting the module, and an assembly structure are described as below. The packing materials for the module of the display apparatus comprise a plane frame, a side frame, a combination unit, a guiding unit, and a support means. The plane frame has an opening in its center. The side frame is formed to be connected along the surrounding of the plane frame in the direction approximately perpendicular to the plane frame. The combination unit is formed on the rear surface of the plane frame. The guiding unit is inserted in the combination unit and fixes one and more of edges on the plane frame. The support means is integrally formed with the guiding unit. In addition, the assembly structure comprises a plurality of packing materials for the module of the display apparatus, a plurality of modules for the display apparatus, and paper angle units. At this time, the packing materials for the module of the display apparatus is as mentioned above.

Abstract: A holder comprises a base 1 having an inclined plane 11 increased in height from a distal end thereof to the proximal end thereof; air releasing means 2 provided on the proximal end of the base 1; and closing means 3 for closing an opening B1 of a flexible container set on the base 1. The closing means 3 comprises a pressure assembly 31 having closing bars 311, 312 extending in the direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis X of the base 1,and a lever 32. The pressure assembly 31 is adapted to doubly seal the opening B1 of the flexible container B when the lever 32 is turned over toward the distal end of the base 1.

Abstract: Boxes for storing matches house matches. By keeping them in a weather resistant environment, the matches are prevented from degrading. Use of a lid, flap, and a latching mechanism improve safety by ensuring that the matches remain within the match holder. A replaceable strike strip allows the box for matches to be used for many years. Also, the provided adhesive strip lets the user place the box for matches anyplace where ready access to matches is desirable.

Abstract: Collapsible structures are provided that have an enclosed interior space that can be used to hold and contain water or other matter. The interior space is defined by an enclosing wall and a base that are both waterproof to prevent leakage of the water or matter contained in the interior space. None, one or more foldable frame members can be provided as part of the enclosing wall and the base. The frame members allow the resulting structure to be twisted and folded to reduce the overall size of the structure.

Abstract: A germicide and disinfectant composition contains detergent and at least two enzymes adapted to cause lysis in glycoprotein in infectious agents. These germicidal and disinfectant compositions are used in conjunction with prepackaged wipes and kits that allows the user to remove liquid or dried contaminated material without coming into direct contact with the contaminated material.

Abstract: The present invention is an efficient and compact container for small tubes containing fluids. The present invention encloses the small tubes in a container that is in the design of a match book. The design allows easy access to the small tubes even in the dark or while the user is in motion. There are no loose pieces that can be lost. The cover of the match book tubes flips open easily and remains open for easy access to the tubes. The cover of the match book tubes closes easily with a flick of the finger and encloses the remaining tubes. The present invention can be easily carried and can be manufactured in large quantities at very low cost.

Abstract: A self-contained charcoal starter for barbecuing. The self-contained charcoal starter provides a bag of charcoal briquettes which includes a box or book of matches for lighting the briquettes. The matches are in a smaller bag which is stitched to the bag of briquettes when the bag of briquettes is sewn shut during its manufacture. The user tears the bag of charcoal briquettes open, then proceeds to retrieve a match from the smaller bag, and uses the match to start the fire.

Abstract: A cigar punch, stand and holder appliance comprised of a tube body 10 having a match stop 12 divider therein making a match holding compartment 28. A knurled cap 20 threaded to fasten securely to the top of the appliance with the top of the knurled cap having a match striking surface 26 and the bottom portion of the knurled cap having a bulls-eye cutter 22 for plugging cigars. A pocket clip with locking spring for cigar support 16 to receive a cigar support clip 18 to hold a cigar. A base mount 24 with support legs 14 extendable to erect a holding stand for cigar use.

Abstract: A self-contained charcoal starter for barbecuing. The self-contained charcoal starter includes a bag containing charcoal briquettes and a box or book of matches. The box or book of matches is attached to the inside of the bag by an adhesive. When the fire is to be started, the briquettes are deposited in a barbecue pit, and the box or book of matches is detached from the bag and used to ignite the charcoal.

Abstract: A reusable molded plastic container, FIG. 2, which is conveniently shaped for storage and transportation of materials used with a charcoal dependent cooker such as a barbecue, smoker or grill. The container has cover 17f, 17b and 25 which open and close and protect its contents from external elements such as moisture. It also has a handle 20 for carrying and holding while pouring the contents, along with the rear leg 31b which is shaped for gripping while pouring. The container has multiple compartments for containing materials used with out door cooking and these compartments are conformed to resist external elements which may effect the usefulness of the contents. This container is also fitted with latch/lock mechanisms 16f-15f, 16b-15b, 29-26, which hold the covers closed and can be locked by the user if chosen.

Abstract: A match book type assembly including two side flaps movably interconnected to one another by a base portion wherein the outer surfaces of both side flaps are dimensioned and structured to respectively include a decorative photograph and advertising or like indicia thereon and further wherein the base portion is disposed and configured to maintain the assembly in an upright orientation for viewing of the photograph and advertising most efficiently when the assembly is in a closed, protective position relative to a plurality of items such as matches or sticks of chewing gum fastened to the housing and disposed within it.

Abstract: A pair of parallel elongated flexible panel portions embracingly receive a pair of flat matchbook bundles therebetween with the bundles arranged with the end ends of the bundles spaced apart and the base ends of the bundles extending in opposite directions, the bundle base ends being secured between corresponding ends of the panels. The head ends of the bundles are spaced apart sufficiently to enable the longitudinal midportions of the panels to be appreciably bowed away from each other and opposite marginal edges of the midportions of the panel members have outwardly opening notches formed therein.

Abstract: A match will sustain burning for a limited period of time comprising a splint having a combustible head and a cut-out extending defining spaced apart arms extending from adjacent the head to below any burn sustaining coating on the match.