Abstract: Apparatus for conditioning the air of a supermarket and for removing heat from refrigerated display cases therein is disclosed. The apparatus includes first and second refrigeration apparatus, a chemical dehumidifier which uses a desiccant, a regenerator for the dehumidifier, means for transferring heat to the regenerator to enable regeneration of the desiccant of said dehumidifier, and means for causing air of flow in dehumidifying relationship with the dehumidifier and then into the space. The apparatus is operable to maintain the temperature of the case below that of the supermarket and to deliver dehumidified air to the supermarket to maintain a humidity ratio therein below about 50 grains of moisture per pound of dry air. The first refrigeration apparatus has a heat rejecting section, a compressor, and a heat absorbing section which is operable to transfer heat from the refrigerated case.

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 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 wrap-around carrier formed of relatively thin paperboard reinforced with strands extending along the length of the carrier blank. In addition, the interlocking and overlapping bottom wall portions of the carrier are adhesively connected for further reinforcing. This design permits use of thinner paperboard without sacrificing the load carrying ability of the carrier.

Abstract: An economical and versatile fibrous glass mat displaying improved resistance to wetting or strike-through by various curable materials when said materials are placed on one surface of said mat while in liquid state is disclosed. This mat, which is especially suited as a carrier, substrate or facer for such curable substances, comprises a blend of fibers. This blend of fibers includes a majority of base fibers having a mean diameter in the range of ten (10) microns with a minor amount of microfibers. The binder formulation, which when cured holds the blend of fibers together to form a self-supporting mat, includes conventional binder resins with a minor amount of wet proofing resinous materials.Preferably, the resulting mat has a porosity of no greater than two-hundred and twenty-five (225) cubic feet per minute per square foot of mat in accordance with the Frazier Air Permeability Test.

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 composition which has excellent fire resistance properties, never hardens or slumps, and is reusable is provided. The composition can be extruded into a caulking or sealing compound which has a high fire resistance rating of VO as measured by UL 94 Test Procedure.The fire resistant composition of the present invention comprises:(a) 45-60 wt. % of filler;(b) 12-30 wt. % ceramic fiber;(c) 0.1-0.5 wt. % reinforcing agent;(d) 18-30 wt. % tackifying agent; and(e) 2-5 wt. % oleoresinous oil.

Abstract: A process for the production of polymeric substances from metal alkoxides is provided comprising the steps of:(a) reacting at least a monofunctional carboxylic acid and at least a monofunctional hydroxylated organic compound in the presence of a suitable esterification catalyst to yield water in situ, and thereafter;(b) adding to the reaction mixture in (a) above at least a divalent metal alkoxide in an amount sufficient to form the desired polymeric network of at least partially hydrolyzed metal alkoxide.Also provided is a process for coating a substrate comprising applying the above disclosed polymeric substance to a substrate preferably by a dipping, spraying, or spinning technique. Articles coated with the polymeric substance provided by the process of the present invention are also disclosed.