Abstract: The present invention relates to a screen lock-unlock system for automatically locking and unlocking a screen that is within a fluid channel wherein the screen is rotatable relative to the channel from closed to open. The system includes an actuator comprising a flapper and a trigger, wherein the flapper is rotatably connectable to the back of the screen. The flapper is operably connected to the trigger for moving the trigger. And, the system is further summarized, according to one aspect, as follows. It includes a lock bar wherein the lock bar is rotatably attachable to a screen support structure, the lock bar being rotatable by movement of the trigger. The lock bar intercepts the rearward arc path of a blockable part (such as a flange extending laterally from the screen). The flapper is located and oriented with respect to the closed screen for at least part of the flapper to be rotatable in response to pressure from impact fluid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for maximizing the blockage of fluid borne solid materials from passage through a catch basin into the downstream parts of a fluid flow channel, with minimum impact on the volume and rate of fluid passing through the channel. The apparatus comprises at least one filter sheet secured within the catch basin at a location above and covering a large proportion of the floor of the catch basin, an overflow wall separating the filter area from an unfiltered overflow area, and a diverter for directing incoming trash away from the overflow area and to the filter side of the overflow wall. Although the apparatus covers a large area within the catch basin, the overflow wall, overflow area, and clearance between the filter sheet(s) and the floor provide sufficient space for fluid and excess trash to pass in the event the capacity of the apparatus for holding them is exceeded.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method, using the apparatus, for blocking the passage of solid materials into or through a channel while permitting the passage of fluid; automatically releasing the blocked solid materials under predetermined conditions when priority is given to maximizing the passage of fluid; automatically re-closing after the accumulated solid materials have passed downstream, and resuming the blocking of solid materials; and, repeating the process upon recurrence of the predetermined conditions. Although the invention relates to street storm-water drainage channels, particularly inlets to catch basins, it can be applied to any fluid-flow channel where blocking the passage of solid materials is important but where there are conditions under which priority should be shifted from blocking the solid materials to releasing them downstream.

Abstract: A new and improved powered rotating turntable with a universal, self-adjusting chuck for holding auto wheels and the like for polishing, which includes a pneumatically-adjusted, self-centering metal chuck for gripping and holding specialty wheel rims of motor vehicles for polishing. The chuck is self-adjusting, self-centering and is able to handle any diameter of wheel. With the self-adjusting, self-centering capability, this chuck eliminates the need to set up a new jig for gripping and holding a wheel rim each time a series of rims having a different diameter or style from the last series of wheel rims previously chucked-up and polished, thereby greatly improving the efficiency of the entire wheel polishing operation in terms of both time and cost of operation.

Abstract: In the event of an accident or another traumatic event to a vehicle, a wireless vehicle location and emergency notification system is provided for determining the location and sensing the condition of a vehicle, comparing this information to established parameters, and transmitting such information to a base station in the event the sensed condition or determined location is outside the established parameters. The base station may then alert local emergency services if necessary. The system utilizes a global positioning receiver for determining the location of the vehicle and sensors for monitoring vehicle conditions such as vehicle attitude, deceleration, shock, temperature and passenger compartment audio. The location and condition information is communicated to a data processor which compares this data to established parameters and recently stored location and condition data.