Patents Assigned to Ecolab
  • POLYGLYCEROL GRAFT POLYMERS WITH LOW CONCENTRATIONS OF CARBOXYLIC ACID CONTAINING MONOMERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS
    Publication number: 20140128310
    Abstract: The present invention includes a cleaning composition that includes at least one alkalinity source, at least one surfactant, water and at least one polyglycerol graft polymer. The polyglycerol graft polymer includes a polyglycerol and a residue of at least one carboxylic acid or carboxylate containing compound in an amount less than or equal to about 40% by weight of the polyglycerol graft polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2012
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.
    Inventors: Carter Silvernail, John Nordling
  • METHOD OF DELIVERING A PIGMENT DISPERSION AND RETENTION AID TO A PAPERMAKING PROCESS
    Publication number: 20140124153
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed toward methods for delivering a pigment dispersion and an inverted retention aid emulsion to a papermaking process. The method comprises injecting the pigment dispersion and the inverted retention aid emulsion into a process line of the papermaking process. The pigment dispersion comprises titanium dioxide, and the retention aid may comprise an anionic flocculant. The process line is located downstream from a screen and upstream from a headbox. The methods may incorporate the use of one or several nozzle devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: William A. Granger, George L. Dennis, Tommy Jacobson
  • Solidification mechanism incorporating ionic liquids
    Patent number: 8716207
    Abstract: A solid cleaning composition including an ionic liquid and a hardening agent is provided. The compositions are substantially free of alkyl phenol ethoxylates, including nonyl phenol ethoxylates. The solid cleaning compositions remain solid at room temperature despite the inclusion of ionic liquids, providing an effective, biorenewable, environmentally friendly alternative to nonyl phenol ethoxylate cleaning compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Amanda Ruth Blattner, Charles Allen Hodge
  • Conveyor lubricants including emulsion of a lipophilic compound and an emulsifier and/or an anionic surfactant and methods employing them
    Patent number: 8716200
    Abstract: The present invention relates to conveyor lubricant compositions including an emulsion of a lipophilic compound and also including an emulsifier and/or an anionic surfactant. The present invention also relates to methods employing such lubricant compositions. In an embodiment, the method includes applying the present lubricant composition to a conveyor with a non-energized nozzle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Stefan Seemeyer, Eric D. Morrison, Stephan Scharrenbach, Claudia Caussin de Schneck, Stefan Küpper, Peter Rich, Colin Court
  • USE OF A STARCH BASE COPOLYMER IN CONJUNCTION WITH A MALEIC POLYMER AND A HYDROXYPOLYCARBOXYLIC ACID TO CONTROL HARDNESS UNDER ALKALINE CONDITIONS
    Publication number: 20140121146
    Abstract: The present invention includes methods and compositions control hard water in an alkaline environment. According to the invention, a unique combination of polymers has been developed which helps to completely control and eliminate hard water. The composition includes a maleic polymer, a hydroxypolycarboxylic acid, and a starch based polymer in a unique synergistic combination that can be used alone, or in combination with standard alkaline detergents in any cleaning regime (laundry, warewash, etc.) where hard water conditions exist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventor: Altony Miralles
  • DETERGENT COMPOSITION COMPRISING ALKALI METAL HYDROXIDE AND METHODS OF MODIFYING A SURFACE
    Publication number: 20140121150
    Abstract: An alkaline detergent is described which includes the use of polycarboxylic acid copolymers or salts thereof in combination with alkali metal hydroxide. The detergent composition reduces spotting and filming and prevents hard water scale accumulation between 145-180 degrees Fahrenheit and with a pH of 10.5 to about 13.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Kerrie Walters, Monique Roerdink-Lander, Carter M. Silvernail
  • SOLID CONCENTRATED FABRIC SOFTENER COMPOSITION
    Publication number: 20140115794
    Abstract: A solid fabric softening composition is disclosed which includes a quaternary ammonium fabric softening compound which is stabilized to form a solid with a mixture of a water soluble organic salt and a medium to long chain carboxylic acid. This stabilizing combination has been shown to effectively form a solid quaternary ammonium based fabric softening composition with up to as much as 70% by weight of quaternary ammonium compound. The formulations are stable at typical storage temperatures of up to 110° F. and provide fabric softening similar to and even superior to other traditional liquid formulations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2014
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC
    Inventors: Stephen B. Christensen, Joanna A. Pham, Jessica Rose Carlson
  • NON-ENZYMATIC REMOVAL OF HYDROGEN PEROXIDE FROM PERACIDS
    Publication number: 20140121271
    Abstract: Peroxycarboxylic acid compositions having reduced hydrogen peroxide content are generated according to the invention, having enhanced antimicrobial efficacy. Simultaneously, a stable hydrogen peroxide and active oxygen coordinating compound complex is generated and has utility as a recycled bleaching component. In particular, methods of using an active oxygen coordinating compound to selectively and non-destructively remove hydrogen peroxide are provided. Preferred active oxygen coordinating compounds suitable for use with the peroxycarboxylic acid compositions include nitrogen-containing compounds, preferably urea, urea copolymers and/or derivatives, PVP, PVP copolymers and/or derivatives, and/or inorganic carbonates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Erik C. Olson, Kim R. Smith
  • FAST DRYING AND FAST DRAINING RINSE AID
    Publication number: 20140121151
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to rinse aid compositions and methods for making and using the rinse aid compositions. The compositions of the invention include a sheeting agent, a defoaming agent, and an association disruption agent. The rinse aid compositions of the present invention result in a faster draining/drying time on most substrates compared to conventional rinse aids. The rinse aid compositions of the present invention are especially suitable for use on plastic substrates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2014
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.
    Inventors: Janel Marie Kieffer, Victor Fuk-Pong Man, Steven E. Lentsch
  • CAUSTIC FREE LOW TEMPERATURE WARE WASH DETERGENT FOR REDUCING SCALE BUILD-UP
    Publication number: 20140116473
    Abstract: Caustic-free detergent compositions are provided. Detergent compositions including an aminocarboxylate, water conditioning agent, non-caustic source of alkalinity and water beneficially do not require the use of additional surfactants and/or polymers to provide suitable detergency and prevent scale build-up on treated surfaces. The detergent compositions are used with a sanitizer to employ the caustic-free detergent compositions are particularly suitable for use as low temperature ware wash detergents that beneficially reduce scale build-up. Methods of employing the caustic-free detergent compositions are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Erin Jane Dahlquist, Steven E. Lentsch, Terrence P. Everson, Carter Martin Silvernail
  • DEODORIZATION OF PEROXYCARBOXYLIC ACIDS USING CHAOTROPIC AGENTS
    Publication number: 20140121272
    Abstract: Treated peroxycarboxylic acid compositions and methods of using the same are provided to eliminate or reduce malodors associated therewith. Peroxycarboxylic acid compositions are treated with odor reducing agents, including various chaototropic agents. The invention further relates to methods employing the reduced odor peroxycarboxylic acid compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Kim R. Smith, Erik C. Olson, Victor Fuk-Pong Man, Benjamin F. Reid
  • Methods and compositions for the removal of starch
    Patent number: 8709167
    Abstract: A method of warewashing for the removal of starch is described herein. The method includes applying an alkaline composition to a dish, then applying an acidic composition to a dish, and then applying a second alkaline composition to the dish. The method may include additional steps. Compositions for using with the method are also disclosed. Finally, dish machines that may be used in accordance with the method are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Werner Strothoff, Winfried Troll, Helmut Maier, John P. Furber, Bryan A. Maser, Michael E. Besse
  • Selective thermal treatment of medical instrument portions with thermal treatment system instrument holder
    Patent number: 8710407
    Abstract: A thermal treatment system for thermally treating objects includes a housing including a top surface, a basin recessed into the top surface and configured to contain a liquid medium, where the liquid medium thermally treats objects placed within the liquid medium, and a ramp structure disposed on the top surface of the housing. The ramp structure is configured to support at least one object such that a first end portion of the object is disposed within the liquid medium while a second end portion of the object is supported by the ramp structure outside of the liquid medium.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce Heymann, Ray Tsang, Durward I. Faries, Jr., Tracy Augustine
  • ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS FOR USE ON FOOD PRODUCTS
    Publication number: 20140113040
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating food products by applying an antimicrobial composition and processing the food product using selected processing methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventor: Ecolab USA Inc.
  • APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CALIBRATING A LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20140109644
    Abstract: An apparatus, method and system providing for calibration and/or control of a liquid dispensing system is disclosed. The hand-held calibration auditing tool includes a flow meter (36-37) with inlets adapted for quick connection to one or more liquid inputs and/or liquid outputs of a liquid dispensing system (10). A sensor (94-95) having a data output of liquid flow information for a liquid input to the dispensing system (10) is operably connected to a controller (12) to receive the liquid flow information for the liquid input. The controller (12) provides a dilution rate and other liquid flow information for a liquid product input to a dispenser. The tool may include any number of flow meters, and may also include a flow meter connected to an outlet of a dispenser (22) for providing flow information.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.
    Inventors: Henry L. Carbone, II, Richard J. Mehus, Kevin C. Tauer, Anatoly Skirda, Eugene Tokhtuev, William M. Christensen
  • Use of metal astringents for the treatment of hairy heel warts
    Patent number: 8703104
    Abstract: A system and method for treating hoof related diseases, particularly hairy heel warts (papillomatus digital dermatitis), includes an aqueous solution having a metal astringent at a therapeutically effective concentration. The metal astringent includes aluminum, iron, and mixtures thereof. In preferred embodiments, the metal may include a mixture of monomeric and polymeric species. The polymeric species may be in the form of a polymeric concentrate, such as, for example, polyaluminum chloride or polyferric sulfate. Alternatively, the polymeric species may be formed by partially neutralizing a metal salt. The aqueous solution of the metal astringent is applied to a lower leg and hoof area of an animal using any known application technique, including, but not limited to, foot baths, foams and spray applications. In preferred embodiments, the aqueous solution is applied using an automated dispensing system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc
    Inventors: Joseph P. Morelli, Jeffrey R. Fernandes, Edward L. C. Verkaar, Petra Vogt
  • Aqueous compositions useful in filling and conveying of beverage bottles wherein the compositions comprise hardness ions and have improved compatibility with PET
    Patent number: 8703667
    Abstract: The passage of a container along a conveyor is facilitated by applying to the container or conveyor aqueous compositions containing hardness ions. The compatibility of the aqueous compositions with PET bottles is improved when the ratio of hardness as CaCO3 to alkalinity as CaCO3 is greater than about 1 to 1.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Eric D. Morrison, Megan W. Malvey, Richard D. Johnson, Jeffrey S. Hutchison
  • Product dispenser and carrier
    Patent number: 8702015
    Abstract: A product dispenser (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510, 610, 710, 720, 730, 740, 750, 760, 780, 800, 810, 820, 830, 840, 850, and 860) for attachment to a surface such as an inner surface of a dryer releasably attaches a product (31, 131, 431, 531, 713, 733, 743, 753, 763, 787, 804, 815, 825, 834, 844, 854, 862) to the surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory G. Griese, John E. Thomas, Jamie W. Lerbs, Steven E. Lentsch, Stephan M. Hubig, Terry J. Klos, Ronald B. Howes, Jr., Eric R. Balz
  • Solid concentrate dispensing system
    Patent number: 8701936
    Abstract: Dispensing systems facilitates formation and dispensation of a use solution from a solid concentrate. The dispensing system may include a cartridge attached to a spray bottle or other dispensing apparatus. The cartridge defines a reservoir configured to store a solid product concentrate. A diluent, such as water, is placed in a fluid reservoir of the dispensing apparatus. Activation of a dispensing mechanism, such as a trigger, creates a vacuum in the cartridge reservoir, opening a valve and drawing diluent from the fluid reservoir into the cartridge reservoir and onto the solid product. The flow of diluent onto the solid product causes a portion of the solid product to be dissolved, eroded, and/or otherwise mixed with the diluent to form a use solution. Actuation of the dispense mechanism may further draw the use solution from the cartridge reservoir and dispense the use solution through the nozzle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Thomas, Gregory G. Griese
  • VALIDATED HOSPITAL CLEANING AND SANITATION PRACTICES
    Publication number: 20140108039
    Abstract: A validated healthcare facility cleaning and sanitizing system provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to cleaning and sanitizing practices at a hospital or other healthcare facility. The validated hospital cleaning system identifies hospital vectors of contamination; that is, sources through which hospital acquired infections (HAIs) may be spread. The validated system defines a plurality of modules within a healthcare facility, each having an associated cleaning process map designed to meet the particular cleaning and/or sanitizing needs and challenges faced by that module. Various stages of the cleaning process map include validation points, at which certain parameters designed to ensure proper cleaning and/or sanitizing of the module are verified.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Ryan A. Rensvold, Ryan D. Meek, Ravindra Raghavapudi