Abstract: A distensible fuel tank included in a vehicle, comprising a housing and a compliance structure coupled to the housing, the compliance structure including a support element coupled to a first side of a structural element and a reinforcing element coupled to a second opposing side of the structural element.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a mobile machine, such as hydronic surface heater designed to be transported to a potentially remote worksite and operated for an extended period of time. The machine has a fueled component, such as a burner, fueled by a fuel supply system having at least two fuel tanks that are operably connected to one another by a connection line having an electronically controlled valve therein. The valve is coupled to the machine's electrical system, such as being coupled to the output of the machine's main breaker, so as to be opened whenever the machine is operating but to be otherwise closed. The fuel supply system thus has, in effect, a single tank when the machine is running and multiple separated tanks when the machine is not running. Fuel spill risks therefore are mitigated without having to sacrifice operating time and without significantly complicating the machine's fuel supply systems or its controls.

Abstract: A ground support system configured to support servicing of aircraft may include a main body housing one or both of an engine and/or a blower, a control panel that is used to control operation of one or both of the engine and/or blower, and at least one acoustic wave engagement member positioned on the control panel. The acoustic wave member(s) is configured to selectively activate and deactivate an engine or blower function when touched by an operator. The acoustic wave engagement member(s) operates in the presence of moisture and debris.

Abstract: A frac tank, configured for containerized handling, stacking and shipping in container cargo stacks, includes rear over-the-road axle and wheel support, a rear adapter for selectively exposing the rear wheels to enable mobile transport with a fifth-wheel equipped vehicle, and a front adapter for selectively exposing elements at the front of the tank during on-site use of the tank.

Abstract: A frac tank, configured for containerized handling, stacking and shipping in container cargo stacks, includes rear over-the-road axle and wheel support, a rear adapter for selectively exposing the rear wheels to enable mobile transport with a fifth-wheel equipped vehicle, and a front adapter for selectively exposing elements at the front of the tank during on-site use of the tank.

Abstract: Container moving apparatus (10) including a frame having two side members (12, 14), which are connected at an upper location by a handle section (16). Each side member has a clamping member (20, 22) secured at a lower position. The clamping members (20, 22) are secured to the side members (12, 14) through roller bearings (24, 26) in order for the clamping members (20, 22) to rotate relative to the side members (12, 14). The clamping members (20, 22) are arranged to clamp a container (32) therebetween in order for the container (32) to be rolled along a surface under the control of the handle section (10). The clamping members (20, 22) can be moved apart in order to release the container (32) and move towards each other in order to claim the container (32).

Abstract: There is disclosed apparatus including an assembly of parts for use in preparing the rim of a vehicle wheel having either a tube type or tubeless tire for use in dispensing liquid in the tire to fight fire in and around the area of the vehicle.

Abstract: There is disclosed apparatus for use in fighting fire in and around heavy, self-propelled vehicles by means of a liquid ballast contained within the large, tubeless tires of the vehicle. In the event of a fire, a hose is connected to a coupling which is in turn connected to a fitting connected to means forming a hole in the rim of a wheel so as to permit liquid to be forced out of the tire and through a nozzle on the end of the hose by air pressure within the tire. The apparatus also includes at least one other fitting and another coupling connectible to the fitting, together with an additional hose connectible to one fitting in order to permit liquid ballast to be added to the tire, as air in the tire is vented through another fitting, and then pressurized by the addition of air through a compressed air line connected to one of the couplings.