Abstract: A counterweight of washing machine, a washing machine and a counterweighting method for the washing machine relates to the technical field of washing machines. The counterweight of washing machine includes at least one counterweight cavity and at least one pressured water structure; a water entering port for connecting a water entering pipeline and a water draining port for connecting a water draining pipeline are formed on a wall of each of the at least one counterweight cavity; the at least one water pressurizing structure is disposed in each of the at least one counterweight cavity, and is configured to enable water entering each of the at least one counterweight cavity to be in an air-free sealed cavity. The counterweight of washing machine is mainly configured to reduce vibration and nose of the washing machine in work, and reduce the production and transportation cost of the washing machine.

Abstract: A sensor device to be attached to a drug delivery device includes an array of conducting elements each forming part of a respective resonant circuit and each operable to have a signal applied to it. The drug delivery device has a first movable element supporting a conductive region, which is configured to move along a path parallel to a longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device. When the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, the conducting elements are arranged such that each resonant circuit is operable to output a signal indicative of the proximity of the conductive region supported on the first moveable element to the respective conducting element of each resonant circuit. The sensor device includes circuitry to receive the signals output from the resonant circuit and, based on the received signals, determines information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a portable fuel container system which can facilitate extracting substantially all of the contents contained therein, without having to physically manipulate the container to do so, thereby minimizing spillage and waste. Embodiments of the fuel container system can include a fuel container enclosing a fluid cavity and a fluid dispenser. A collection channel may be recessed in the base section of the container and configured to gravitationally draw fluid to an end of the channel having an aperture, which forms a low point of the fluid cavity. A fluid dispenser can be coupled to the aperture and be in fluid communication with the cavity. The dispenser can include a valve and flexible conduit, allowing the user to position the dispenser to a desired location before activating the flow of fluid.

Abstract: A casing assembly for forming a cast-in-place pile (CIP) retaining wall based on a CIP method. The assembly comprising: a hollow elongate cylinder having a hollow cylindrical inner space defined therein; a H-beam guide received within the hollow cylindrical inner space of the hollow elongate cylinder; and a first H beam having a vertical column form and inserted into the H-beam guide, wherein the H-beam guide includes: a hollow beam-guide frame having a rectangular cross-section such that the first H beam is insertably guided in and along the hollow beam-guide frame; and an outer rounded frame coupled to an outer face of the hollow beam-guide frame, wherein an outer face of the outer rounded frame conforms to an inner face of the hollow elongate cylinder, wherein a top portion of the outer rounded frame is fixed to a top portion of the hollow elongate cylinder via a fastening flange.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser including a fluid reservoir with a neck defining an opening, a dispenser member, such as a pump or a valve, having a body held in stationary manner in the opening of the reservoir and defining an annular gap between the neck and the body; and a source of radiation disposed in the annular gap.

Abstract: A dispensing apparatus for gravity feeding of a dispensable product includes containing means and dispensing means. The containing means is adapted to contain the dispensable product and is operatively connected to the dispensing means whereby the dispensing means includes a chute means. Rotation of the chute means can cause the dispensable product to be able to be dispensed.

Abstract: A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain.

Abstract: An expandable storage system that is scalable so that an individual powder serving can be provided for any number of days by providing an array of interconnected cups with a funnel top.

Abstract: A dispensing device includes a that is longitudinally movable in a second chamber and has an outer surface sealingly contacting an inner surface of the second chamber. An intermediate valve is positioned between an interior part of the first chamber and an interior part of the second chamber. The intermediate valve includes a valve seat plate having at least one opening and a valve flapper plate having at least one flapper for covering the at least one opening in the valve seat plate. The at least one flapper moves to an open position allowing the liquid product to flow from the interior space of first chamber to the interior space of the second chamber when the first chamber is moved in a first longitudinal direction and moves to a closed position limiting flow of the liquid product when the first chamber is moved in an opposite second longitudinal direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic container with an airless discharge pump, and, more specifically, relates to a cosmetic container with an airless discharge pump in which content amount remaining in the container or content exhaustion level can be confirmed without a separate operation before the content in the container has been completely exhausted and further the state when the content in the container has been completely exhausted can be clearly indicated. To this end, with this cosmetic container, the content exhaustion level is indicated based on changes in projection definition with which the indicator is projected to the transparent window when the transparent compression disk approaches the indicator.

Abstract: The product container, in particular for spices, is made of opaque material, wherein one wall (2) of the container (1) comprises a viewing window (3) made of transparent material. A dispenser (6) which is secured pivotably on a pivot axis (7) between two limit positions, is shaped and dimensioned so that in one limit position it completely covers the viewing window (3) and in the other limit position completely exposes the viewing window (3). The dispenser (6) is connected in a non-rotatable manner to an closing flap (8), which is pivoted at the same time as the dispenser (6) and closes an outlet opening (5) in one limit position and releases it in the other limit position.

Abstract: A batter dispenser and a method of using the batter dispenser are provided. The batter dispenser includes a lower body, an upper body detachably connected to the lower body, and a dispenser member detachably connected to the upper body, the dispenser member including a first nozzle configured to control the flow of batter therethrough. The method includes placing a dry-mix ingredient of a batter into the lower body, adding a liquid ingredient of the batter to the dry-mix ingredients, assembling the batter dispenser by connecting the lower body, the upper body, and the dispensing member, shaking the batter dispenser to mix the dry-mix ingredient and the liquid ingredient to form the batter, and squeezing the upper body to cause batter to flow out of batter dispenser.

Abstract: Media dispensers are disclosed herein for storing and dispensing course or granular dry media via a hopper and valve.

Abstract: A dispenser adapted for use with thick salad dressing or other consumable fluid which may have large solid ingredients therein.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide dispensers, and particularly automatic dispensers, and even more particularly, automatic soap dispensers for dispensing a foamed soap or another cleaning or antibacterial substance to a user's hands. The dispensers provide an internal working system that allows soap or foam to be dispensed from an inverted bottle via movement of an actuator.

Abstract: Spray dispensers and body spray systems are provided. The spray dispensers are suitable for use with aerosol personal care compositions, e.g., body sprays, and are configured to allow removal and replacement of an aerosol spray canister. In some implementations, the spray dispensers include an actuator lock.

Abstract: A delivery head for a beverage preparation machine comprising: an upwardly directed inlet for supplying water to a cartridge received in the delivery head; a downwardly directed outlet for outflow of beverage; a barcode reader having a barcode reader window through which signals may be transmitted; wherein the inlet, the outlet and the barcode reader window are arranged in a line with the outlet being intermediate the inlet and the barcode reader window.

Abstract: A hydraulic scale for planter calibration is disclosed. The hydraulic scale includes a tube having indicia disposed thereon. The tube has a substantially closed bottom and a substantially open top. The indicia disposed on the tube include at least one scale having a zero line. The tube is configured to float substantially upright when positioned in a liquid, such that the zero line is substantially aligned with the surface of the liquid. A non-zero line portion of the scale is configured to align with the surface of the liquid when at least one of seeds and feed are placed within the tube.

Abstract: A decanter for displaying and pouring a liquid from a bottle while fitted on top of the bottle including a transparent receptacle having a body portion, a neck portion, and an opening at the bottom of the neck portion. The body portion of the decanter has an inner hollow defined by a wall that is concentric with the neck portion. The body portion has an outlet mouth positioned above a middle area for pouring the liquid out of the decanter. The neck portion provides a path to provide for the flow of a liquid from the bottle to the body portion. The neck is sized and shaped to accommodate the neck of the bottle from which the liquid is poured.

Abstract: A washing agent dispenser is described, for a household washing machine, namely a dishwasher, said dispenser including a tank for containing a liquid washing agent, to which a device is associated for the visual control of the level of said liquid washing agent. According to the invention, said control device has a plurality of elements of a substantially transparent material, which are inserted in respective passages extending between said tank and the outside of the body of the dispenser. The parts of each one of said transparent elements which are visible outside said body form the steps of a scale indicating the level of said liquid washing agent contained in the tank.

Abstract: A port assembly for a paint or similar can, in which a port in the lid is fitted with a threaded collar and a threaded stopper that fits into it. The port assembly allows easy access to the contents of the can while maintaining a good seal around the rim. If the threaded stopper is transparent and colorless, a user may view the contents of the can.

Abstract: The syringe devices of the invention include detachably connecting barrels and detachably connecting plungers. The barrels can be manufactured at different times and out of different materials to have differing colors, insulating properties, inner diameters, material compositions, and clearness. The syringe devices also include barrel connecting means for detachably connecting the barrels and plunger connecting means for detachably connecting the plungers. In certain embodiments, the syringe devices also include applicator tips configured for thoroughly mixing the components contained in the barrels before being dispensed through the applicator tip.

Abstract: A closure element for a beverage container is in the form of a sports cap, other closer, or initially closed straw, and provides a chamber for containing colorants in the form of liquids, gels, granules, powders, tablets or other solid bodies. Closures such as valves, rupturable membranes, hinged doors, clamps or undersized holes provide closer structure for initially keeping the chambers closed with respect to the colorant so that colorant does not flow into the beverage until released to do so by the customer. Upon opening ends of the chambers, colorants flow into beverages in the containers, which containers are made of see-through/clear or partially see-through materials. In a preferred embodiment, the colorant is a material enclosed in at least one capsule which flows through openings in the chamber within the closure element when the capsule is ruptured or perforated.

Abstract: A closure element for a beverage container is in the form of a sports cap, or other closer, or initially closed straw and provides a chamber or reservoir for containing colorant in the form of liquids, gels, granules, powders, tablets or other solid bodies. Closures such as valves, rupturable membranes, hinged doors or clamps provide closer structure for initially keeping the chambers closed. Upon opening the bottom ends of the chambers, colorants flow into beverages in the containers which are see-through/clear or partially see-through/clear. Coloration of the beverage is voluntarily initiated by the consumer and the thus colored beverages are then consumed by passage through the closure element. In one embodiment of the invention, the colorant is a medicinal agent which can be colored or may be clear. The medicinal agent is released into liquid, which may be water, for ingestion by a patient.

Abstract: A closure element for a beverage container is in the form of a sports cap, or other closer, or initially closed straw and provides a chamber or reservoir for containing colorant in the form of liquids, gels, granules, powders, tablets or other solid bodies. Closures such as valves, rupturable membranes, hinged doors or clamps provide closer structure for initially keeping the chambers closed. Upon opening the bottom ends of the chambers, colorants flow into beverages in the containers which are see-through/clear or partially see-through/clear. Coloration of the beverage is voluntarily initiated by the consumer and the thus colored beverages are then consumed by passage through the closure element. In one embodiment of the invention, the colorant is a medicinal agent which can be colored or may be clear. The medicinal agent is released into liquid, which may be water, for ingestion by a patient.

Abstract: A closure element for a beverage container is in the form of a sports cap, other closer, or initially closed straw, and provides a chamber for containing colorants in the form of liquids, gels, granules, powders, tablets or other solid bodies. Closures such as valves, rupturable membranes, hinged doors, clamps or undersized holes provide closer structure for initially keeping the chambers closed with respect to the colorant so that colorant does not flow into the beverage until released to do so by the customer. Upon opening ends of the chambers, colorants flow into beverages in the containers, which containers are made of see-through/clear or partially see-through materials. In a preferred embodiment, the colorant is a material enclosed in at least one capsule which flows through openings in the chamber within the closure element when the capsule is ruptured or perforated.

Abstract: A bulk dispensing apparatus uses a number of storage units for dispensing granular food products, i.e. candy, coffee, sugar, food supplements, etc. Each storage unit has a discharge hole with a valve operatively connected to the hole. The valve is attached at a dispensing station above a catch basin, which catches the minimal spillage. By using a number of variously colored and flavored granular products, specifically candy, a creative, decorative, edible art form in a clear container is easily fashioned and saved.

Abstract: A system for dispensing slushy or frozen beverages having an ingredient of interest or importance to a customer. A container of this ingredient is visible to the prospective customer, and an indicator establishes that this ingredient is being supplied while the total beverage is being withdrawn from a mixer.

Abstract: A washing agent dispenser is described, for a household washing machine, namely a dishwasher, said dispenser (10) comprising a tank (12) for containing a liquid washing agent, to which a device (DS) is associated for the visual control of the level of said liquid washing agent. According to the invention, said control device (DS) comprises a plurality of elements of a substantially transparent material (17), which are inserted in respective passages extending between said tank (12) and the outside of the body (11) of the dispenser (10).

Abstract: A dosing container (1) made of transparent material which is useful for the multiple removal of a free-flowing application product for a subject animal or human health, having a filling section (6) which is of a constant cross section over its filling height (3), and having adjustably secured to the container a dosing slide (10, 23) having a scale (11, 22), which slide can be adjusted over the filling height (3) of the container (5), and which can be set at the beginning of a treatment to a filling height (15) indicated by a scale value (14) corresponding to the body weight of the subject to be treated and which setting reaches filling height 16 corresponding to the scale value zero (12) at the end of a treatment.

Abstract: A dispenser apparatus for controlling the type and brand of a product dispensed therefrom, so that only authorized products are dispensed from the apparatus. A container inserted into a housing case stores the product, the container having an exit port. A chute directs the flow of the discharged product. A drive assembly causes the product to move from the container through the chute to be dispensed therefrom. A magnetic sensor is attached to a support surface of the housing case, and a wafer is attached to the container. The wafer has a magnet embedded therein, and the container is inserted into the housing case so that the wafer is received by and mates with the housing case to align the magnet with the magnetic sensor. A location of the magnet embedded in the wafer of the container is detected by the magnetic sensor of the housing case so that the container is identified. The drive means is only activated when the container is identified as an authorized container based on the location of the magnet.

Abstract: A volume adjustable manual pipette having a hand-holdable housing supporting (i) an electronic digital display and associated position sensing and control circuitry, (ii) a plunger unit and (iii) a quick set volume adjustment mechanism for simultaneously controlling the volume setting of the pipette and the electronic display, the quick set volume adjustment mechanism comprising a pipette volume setting member for limiting upward movement of the plunger unit within the housing to define the volume setting for the pipette and the volume setting member being supported for axial movement on the plunger unit and releasably secured relative to the housing by a pipette user operable locking mechanism. When released from the housing, the volume setting member is axially moveable on and with the plunger unit to quickly set the volume for the pipette.

Abstract: A flexible transparent polymeric sleeve encloses toiletry items or a collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve is closed at one end where it is integral with a hanger element and open at its other end where an external annular ring can be employed to maintain the opening in the sleeve. A sleeve cap closes the sleeve opening and engages a paste dispensing element of the collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve cap includes a base portion integrally attached to a cap portion by a hinge. A center channel formed within the sleeve cap base portion axially aligns with paste dispensing element and permits paste to flow from the collapsible tube through the center channel and out an open end. A flexible polymeric support member consisting of at least one panel supports a picture or indicia. The support member is mounted longitudinally within the polymeric sleeve. A structure to release air can be included in a bottom portion of the polymeric sleeve.

Abstract: An inflation device is provided which is inflatable upon impact by water for marine flotation life preservers, wherein the tip of a striking pin is moved by means of a plunger which is driven by igniting a pyrotechnic charge in the direction of the sealing membrane of a pressure gas cartridge and against the force of a spring, and wherein the tip of the striking pin and the sealing membrane are of electrically conducting material, and wherein during a ready position of the device, the tip of the striking pin bears against the sealing membrane of the pressure gas cartridge and wherein the tip and the sealing membrane are in electrical connection with an indicator unit to form a closed electrical circuit, whereby the presence of an intact sealing membrane of the pressure gas cartridge, or the absence thereof, is detectable.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises first and second side pieces configured to be hingedly connected and to form a first and second cavity, a lid, and a front piece configured to form a third cavity with the first and second side pieces. Also included are a handle, a biasing device configured to be positioned outside the first cavity, and a rotating blocking device configured to rotate based on movement of the handle and the biasing device, such that handle and rotating block device are returned to a stationary position based on the biasing device. Finally, the apparatus includes a resilient sealing device that is configured to interact with the rotating blocking device to close a first opening between the first and second cavities and a swinging blocking device configured to close a second opening between the first and third cavities. Also according to the present invention, in another embodiment the closing device includes a holding device that has first through forth side walls and a base.

Abstract: A store display, for one handed dispensing a measured volume of bulk items such as hard candy, has a storage compartment. The storage compartment has a sloping floor for gravity feeding a dispenser. A chute, attached to the separator and moveable with it, prevents dispensing in a low position, in which low position a separator allows bulk items to flow towards the chute. One hand holding a bag drives the assembly of chute and separator up to where the separator separates the measured volume of bulk items, and the chute communicates between the measured volume and an exit. The chute thereby permits the measured volume of bulk items to flow out the exit, and into the bag.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises first and second side pieces configured to be hingedly connected and to form a first and second cavity, a lid, and a front piece configured to form a third cavity with the first and second side pieces. Also included are a handle, a biasing device configured to be positioned outside the first cavity, and a rotating blocking device configured to rotate based on movement of the handle and the biasing device, such that handle and rotating block device are returned to a stationary position based on the biasing device. Finally, the apparatus includes a resilient sealing device that is configured to interact with the rotating blocking device to close a first opening between the first and second cavities and a swinging blocking device configured to close a second opening between the first and third cavities.

Abstract: A flexible transparent polymeric sleeve encloses toiletry items or a collapsible tube dispenser. The sleeve is closed at one end where it is integral with a hanger element and open at its other end where an annular collar maintains the opening in the sleeve. A sleeve cap closes the opening or is inverted to provide a stand to display the apparatus containing a collapsible tube in a vertical position. A flexible polymeric support member consisting of two panels enclose a picture or one panel contains indicia. The support member is mounted longitudinally within the polymeric sleeve. An air release aperture is located in a bottom wall of the polymeric sleeve.

Abstract: An apparatus for disinfecting the interior surfaces of air conditioning ducts comprises a pressurized aerosol canister having a nozzle and an elongated flexible tubular extension coupled to the nozzle. The extension is closed on its free end and is provided along a portion of its length with an array of outlet ports or holes. When the nozzle is actuated, liquid disinfectant is delivered through the array of holes in the form of an aerosol spray or mist that issues in all directions from the tubular extension. In use, the end of the tubular extension is inserted into an air conditioning duct up to a visual indicator provided on the tube. The nozzle is then depressed, which causes an aerosol cloud to be expelled on the inside of the duct coating the interior surfaces of the duct and disinfecting against mold, mildew, and bacteria.

Abstract: An ink dispensing container for storage, transport and dispensing of printing ink. The ink dispensing container includes a flexible container body having a lid removably mounted at one end for sealing the container body. Ink is dispensed from the container body by applying pressure to the sides of the container body so as to urge the ink out of the container body. Thereafter, the container body can be resealed by reapplying the lid thereto, while continuing the exert pressure on the side wall of the container body so as to evacuate substantially all the air therefrom prior to completely resealing the container body.

Abstract: An apparatus for use by a user to entertain the user and to dispense a fragrance includes a container made of plastic which contains a colorless or lightly tinted liquid and about 2 to 6 beads of hard plastic or glass. The user shakes the container to produce a pleasing vibration and sound and actuates a spray pump to spray the liquid onto bedding or other household objects to spread a fragrance which is contained in the liquid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a consumable product dispenser that is easy to fill with product and also serves as a package for shipment of the product to an intended vending site, is easy to transport, allows vending of most or all of the contained product, remains clean and intact during its intended period of use, and shows potential consumers the contained product in an aesthetically pleasing fashion. A disposable candy dispenser, made of inexpensive and lightweight materials is disclosed, the dispenser including an internal storage region, a front dispensing area, and a front window that contains candy in a position where it can be viewed by potential consumers. A visible product window is also disclosed which displays the contained product and which includes a means for opening the window such that the contents of the window may be moved to another like dispenser, and then dispensed.

Abstract: A device for dispensing dosed quantifies of bulk material such as confection, wherein bridge forming is effectively prevented and mutually adhering particles of the bulk material can be loosened from each other, the device including at least one dispenser chute containing the bulk material, the chute having a filling opening and a dispensing opening and being formed by a transparent front wall, a rear wall and two side walls, and a dispensing mechanism arranged therein for dispensing a measured quantity of bulk material at a time through the dispensing opening, the chute further including guide surfaces preferably arranged alternatively in the longitudinal direction of the chute on at least two walls thereof.

Abstract: A metering device for controlling the flow of bulk material, contained in a bulk material container, out through a flexible pouring spout on the bulk material container, so that the flexible pouring spout may be tied shut and later un-tied for re-use of the bulk material container. The metering device is positioned below the bulk material container which is to be emptied, upstream from the plant process operation which is to receive the bulk material from the container. A metering gate discharger, contained within the metering device, provides accurate batching from the bulk material container as well as the ability to completely empty the bulk material container at one time without metering the contents.

Abstract: A toothpaste and floss dispenser having an elongated guide body with opposite ends, the guide body defining a dental floss chamber therein, a pair of mounts spaced from each other and attached to the guide body adjacent respective ones of the guide body ends, the mounts having securing portions for adhering the mounts to a wall surface, a guide follower having a sliding interfit with the guide body for movement along the guide body between the mounts, the guide follower having rotational toothpaste tube gripping and winding spool for winding a toothpaste tube thereon to dispense toothpaste from the tube. One of the mounts has a dental floss dispensing passage in communication with the dental floss chamber of the guide body and with the exterior, and a floss cutter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispenser for dispensing medications into the nostril or intravenously. The device has a number of advantageous features. First, the device includes a pump in the outer package, so that it may be used with conventional medication packaging. Second, it includes a stop mechanism for allowing adjustment of the dose to be dispensed. Finally, the device is adapted to be used for both nasal and intravenous dispensing, via a replaceable spray passage or injection needle. The device can also have indicia for indicating when the last dose was dispensed, and can include a disinfecting feature for the spray head. The device can also have a gripping feature which spaces the fingers from the nostril into which medication is dispensed. The package is preferably clear so that the user can determine the quality of the medication being dispensed. The device is particularly useful for dispensing medications such as insulin.

Abstract: Disclosed is an indicator (15, 35) for determining the level of contents in an opaque, plastic container (10). The container (11) is filled with a solid chemical (11), such as a detergent. A spray of warm or hot water (19) impinges upon the eroding surface (16) of the solid chemical (11) to produce a chemical solution. The container (10) is provided with a thermo-chromatic strip (15, 35) for detecting the level of solid chemical (11) within the plastic capsule (10). A method of dispensing a solid chemical (11) and a dispensing container (10) are also disclosed.

Abstract: An improved powder feeder having a hopper with an opening in its bottom. A resiliently deformable element is positioned in the opening of the hopper. The element has a flexible exterior dimension and is suitably positioned in relation to the opening to prevent the free flow of material through the opening. The element is mounted on an axle having an axis of rotation. The element is capable of carrying a metered volume of material through the opening as it is rotated. The axle is connected to a variable speed motor. As the element turns, the material flows into the element and moves through the hopper opening in precisely metered amounts relative to the volume and the speed of rotation of the element.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for accurately measuring and dispensing a rinse water additive in an automatic washing machine. In a particularly preferred embodiment, an apparatus is provided for accurately measuring a relatively small volume of fluid product by forming an annular column within the dispenser. The annular column extends at least to approximately the desired fill level for the additive so that the relatively small amount of fluid product causes a substantial change in the fluid's vertical position within the dispenser. This is preferably accomplished by providing a dispenser having an internal pushup configuration in its base, the pushup configuration extending at least to approximately the desired fill level within the dispenser. An improved sealing structure is also provided for the valve used to close the filling and dispensing aperture in the dispenser body during the wash cycle.

Abstract: Device for delayed dispensing of viscous liquids in which the plastic material of the dispensing container is selected for its ability to shrink in a predictable manner upon exposure to heat, age, light, or chemical activator; and the container shape and dimensions are selected to render the proper evacuation pressure according to the volume and viscosity of the charge to be dispensed. In various embodiments of the invention the shrink induced dispenser is used to dispense lubricants, inks, additives, and medications. In heat activated embodiments the inventiuon is capable of integral temperature responsive automatic flow control.