Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for covering a gap that is adjacent a side of a dock plate, which apparatus includes an elongate member having a top surface and a bottom surface, a pin connected to the bottom surface, a tear-resistant material in contact with the bottom surface of the elongate member; and a means for maintaining the contact between the tear-resistant material and the bottom surface.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for removing elements is described herein.

Abstract: The geotextile exclusion fabric for pest control and deterrence comprises a mixture of metal fibers needle punched to a scrim layer.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for removing elements is described herein.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for removing elements is described herein.

Abstract: The composite for pest control and deterrence comprises a mixture of metal and/or nonmetal fibers.

Abstract: A composite nonwoven fabric comprising multiple, layers of a web formed from a blended mixture of metal fibers and nonmetal fibers is provided. The metal fibers preferably have a rough outer surface with irregular shaped cross-sections that vary along their length. The fibers of adjacent layers of the web material are interengaged in a needlepunching step. The composite nonwoven fabrics of the invention, which have very good isotropic strength. In a preferred embodiment, the composite nonwoven fabric is employed as a floor buffing pad for use with an electric floor buffing apparatus.

Abstract: A nonwoven, metal fabric is formed by providing a mass of loose fibers with sufficient lubricating oil for them to be carded without disintegration of the fiber web. The fiber web is then lapped and needled to form a metal fabric of superior strength, density, and thermal insulation properties.

Abstract: A reinforced nonwoven metal fabric is disclosed. A mass of loose metal fibers is processed through suitable textile apparatus to result in a metal fiber web, which is then lapped to form a multi-layered structure. This structure is then formed into a metal fabric via needle-punching. A suitable backing is then introduced during or after the needle-punch process, resulting in a reinforced nonwoven metal fabric having superior strength and durability.