Abstract: A wheel assembly, system and method utilizing said wheel assembly are disclosed for directing filaments, strands and the like in such a manner that minimizes the wraparound of such on the wheel assembly. The wheel includes a rotatable, generally disc shaped hub having walls for supporting a plurality of rods about the hub's peripheral edge. The rods are secured to the walls of the hub such that each rod traverses the peripheral edge. The rods are also spaced from one another and arranged so as to define an annular gathering or traveling path upon which said filaments, strands and the like are directed as the wheel rotates. The spacing between the rods is such that the gathering or traveling path is at least 50% discontinuous.

Abstract: A sleeve-type beverage can carrier having end dust flaps which mechanically interlock by means of locking tabs and cutouts. The flap containing the cutouts overlaps the flap containing the locking tabs so that the cutouts and tabs are aligned. The locking tab is folded back to allow the flap with the cutouts to be moved into place, then is inserted through the cutout and also through the portion of the bottom flap from which the locking tab was struck. This provides a secure mechanical lock. In addition, the blank from which the carrier is formed is designed so that the space between dust flaps is identical in shape to that of the dust flaps. This allows multiple widths of blanks to be cut from the sheet stock without scrap loss.

Abstract: A wrap-around article carrier with a handle portion bounded by space slits extending across the width of the top panel. The fingers and thumb are intended to be inserted into cutouts covered by tabs the outer boundaries of which comprise part of the slits. The fingers can then extend under the handle portion so as to use it as a strap. The width of the tabs is half the distance between the fold lines attaching the tabs to the handle portion so that the tabs meet beneath the handle portion to form a layer of double thickness. The handle portion is further provided with score lines, four of them being arranged so that the surfaces connected to them fold downwardly about them. The surfaces connected to the fifth fold line, which is centrally located and which extends in the direction of the handle, fold upwardly about it. This arrangement directs the lifting stresses outwardly to the side panels.

Abstract: A wrap-around sleeve style carrier is provided with end panel punch style tabs designed to interlock the end panels and to prevent the accidental interlocking of the carrier with adjacent carriers or objects.

Abstract: A method for directing a stream of bulk fibers while simultaneously spraying a solution of high temperature resistant tacky binder material into the stream of fibers. A layer of high temperature insulating fibers on a furnace, kiln, or other surface to be thermally protected may thus be formed. The layer of binder coated fibers is then cured to a monolithic layer.

Abstract: A flexible drainage gutter for use under a horizontal surface having moisture accumulation or leaks under cracks or expansion joints. A flexible, waterproof membrane is attached along its elongated edges to rigid flanges which can be attached to the horizontal surface itself or to support members attached to the surface. The width of the membrane can vary so that the membrane hangs down from the flanges a greater distance downstream than upstream, thereby providing for the slope of the gutter. Alternatively, the wall portions of the flanges, to which the edges of the membrane are attached, can vary in width while maintaining the width of the membrane constant to provide for the slope of the gutter.

Abstract: A method for spray applying refractory fiber to a surface. An alumina containing binder, preferably aluminum chloride, is used in a spray method to bond the fiber to itself and to a substrate surface. A refractory layer comprised of fiber and binder produced by the method of the invention is also disclosed.

Abstract: A wrap-around article carrier with a handle portion bounded by spaced slits extending across the width of the top panel. The fingers and thumb are intended to be inserted beneath the slits. Upon lifting the carrier, the handle portion adjacent the slits folds upwardly about a score line in the handle portion, directing the stresses caused by the lifting force outwardly to the side panels. This arrangement makes it more convenient to lift the carrier and strengthens the handle portion.

Abstract: A lightweight asphalt roofing product wherein the asphalt-based coating has a specific gravity less than 1.0. A lightweight filler is used which has an effective specific gravity in the range of 0.10-0.50 and is present in the coating in the range of 3%-25% by weight of the filled coating. In a preferred embodiment, the filler particles have hollow, gas filled inclusions, and comprise expanded perlite particles or expanded permicite particles.

Abstract: A refractory fiber composition and method for making refractory fiber from the composition. The refractory fiber composition includes kaolin clay as a source of alumina and silica to which is added zircon.

Abstract: A floor tile having a non-skid surface and a method of forming same that includes a base member formed from a fiber/cement mixture that is fireproof, waterproof and will not corrode, wherein at least one surface of the base member is coated with a first layer of bonding material that is impregnated with a selective size of grit particles, and is then covered with a second layer of bonding material to fixedly secure the grit particles within the first bonding layer, the grit particles having a size greater than the thickness of the first bonding layer so as to protrude therefrom.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for closing a carrier about a one or more articles. The invention includes one or more fingers which are urged into contact with locking tabs on the carrier to force the locking tabs through an opening on the carrier. The fingers may be activated by a rotating cam operated device or may be electromagnetically activated.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for fastening an insulation module to a furnace wall. A stud member is welded onto the furnace wall. A pilot tool is attached to the stud member. An insulation module is impaled over the pilot tool and stud member. A nut is inserted onto the pilot member and threadably engages the stud member to secure the insulation module to the surface.

Abstract: A carton for packaging a plurality of articles having rectangular or square bases and sides such as aseptic packages and the carton blank therefor. In one embodiment the carton includes a base, side panels, inner and outer top panels with handle straps and partial end panels held in an upright position by tuck flaps. In another embodiment the carton includes a base, side panels, inner and outer top panels, partial end panels and tear strips on the side panels to convert the carton to a display.

Abstract: An applicator for metering a desired amount of a liquid sizing onto moving glass filaments. In a first embodiment, a foam-covered roller is partially immersed in a reservoir of liquid sizing and is in contact with the smooth surfaced applicator roll. The foam-covered roller is driven in the same direction as the applicator roll and a puddle is formed above the roller/roll nip. The pressure exerted by the foam covered roller on the applicator roll and rate of rotation of the applicator roll determine the size of the puddle, which controls the amount of sizing applied to the glass filaments. A second embodiment employs an elastomeric reservoir which sits generally atop the applicator roll. A plurality of slots in the rotationally downstream side of the reservoir dispense the sizing onto the roll with the pressure between the elements and rate of rotation of the applicator roll, again, determining the application rate. The sizing is pumped through a closed loop to keep its temperature and viscosity more uniform.

Abstract: A composition for forming a high temperature, acid and alkali resistant refractory fiber. The compositional formulation, by weight, is 56-76% silica, 12-33% alumina, and 3-22% zirconia. These fibers are chemically resistant in both acidic and alkaline environments even when heat treated to temperatures exceeding 500.degree. F. (260.degree. C.) in such environments.

Abstract: A composition for forming a high temperature, alkali resistant refractory fiber. The compositional formulation, by weight, is 46-52% silica, 32-38% alumina, 13-18% zirconia with a silica to zirconia ratio in the range from 2.6 to 3.8. These fibers have a maximum service temperature in the range of 2550.degree. F. (1400.degree. C.) to 2650.degree. F. (1455.degree. C.) and exhibit better shrinkage resistance than similarly rated commercially available refractory fiber.

Abstract: An insulation module, for the interior of furnaces and the like, in the form of layers of ceramic fiber blanket is provided with attachment structure which facilitates installation. The attachment structure permits ease of installation and provides a perceptible indication once the module is properly attached to the furnace wall.

Abstract: A method for directing a stream of bulk fibers while simultaneously spraying a solution of high temperature resistant tacky binder material into the stream of fibers. A layer of high temperature insulating fibers on a furnace, kiln, or other surface to be thermally protected may thus be formed. The layer of binder coated fibers is then cured to a monolithic layer.