Abstract: A method by which a generally elongate right cylindrically-shaped part is precisely machined and shaped includes the steps of drawing a disc blank into a cup-shaped blank, subsequently drawing the cup-shaped blank a successive number of times to form a generally elongate right cylindrically-shaped part having a finish diameter and a finish length, cutting the generally right cylindrically-shaped part to create a desired edge configuration and to establish a finish diameter for the part, and working the sidewall of the right cylindrically-shaped part to create a desired pattern therein, such that the part produced may be used, for example, as the base shell for the swivel in a lipstick case.

Abstract: A process and a device for holding a flexible plastic liner within a rigid or semi-rigid waste or storage container.The device or apparatus includes a split or divided shaft 30 which is attached to a ratchet wheel 104, which is controlled by a worm gear 102. Worm gear 102 is capable of moving the ratchet wheel both forwards and backwards and holding the wheel stationary. The worm gear is attached to or is a formed part of the shaft 111 which is further attached to a key or handle 100, that when rotated, turns the shaft 111, the ratchet wheel 104, and the split or divided shaft 30. The worm gear 102, the shaft 111, and the ratchet wheel 104 are housed in a split housing with top part 98 and bottom part 99. The housing 98-99, contains an attachment strap holder 46 through which the attachment strap 44 passes, thereby, attaching the device to the attachment strap 44. The attachment strap 44 is further hooked over the top edge 110 of the container 108, thereby, attaching the device to the container.

Abstract: Gas well flow instrumentation includes a computation unit and an interrogation unit. The computation unit measures parameters of gas flow at the well head and accumulates gas flow information over a plurality of different independent time intervals. The interrogation unit selectively accesses the stored information and makes a permanent record of the information. The interrogation unit also is used to calibrate the computation unit and to perform a number of other different functions. The interrogation unit includes an integral printer which documents the flow information for subsequent proof of acutal gas flow.

Abstract: A natural gas separation and dehydration system includes a separation stage wherein the gas is expanded to effect removal of liquid water and liquid hydrocarbons. The flow of raw gas to the separation stage may be directly from the well or via a heat exchanger in which the gas is heated by heat exchange with hot glycol, the flow being controlled in response to the temperature in the separation stage so as to maintain a desired temperature range in the latter. The gas flows from the separation stage to a dehydrator stage of special construction wherein the gas flows in both co-current and counter-current relationship with glycol.

Abstract: A device for attaching a plate (12) to a post (14) with a plurality of rectangular apertures (18) equally spaced about the post (14). A plurality of arms (16) are engaged in the post (14), each arm including a retaining end (30) joined to a flat portion (22) by a waist (28). The end (30) is dimensioned to pass through the longer dimension (32) of the rectangular aperture (18) but not through the shorter dimension (34) of the aperture (18). The waist is dimensioned to fit within the shorter dimension (34) of the aperture (18). The flat portion (22) of the arm (16) has a hole (24) threaded to receive a bolt (20). A leg portion (26) extends from the flat portion for contacting the plate (12). Tightening the bolts (20) clamps the plate (12) into abuttment with the post (14) and the legs (26) of the arms (16).

Abstract: A work platform frame is connected to a vertically disposed pin fixed to one end of a boom. An idler bracket is also pivotally mounted on the pin and has outwardly extending first and second idler arms, which are offset, with respect to each other, by between 90.degree. and 120.degree.. A first hydraulic assembly is connected between the first idler arm and the work platform frame. A second hydraulic assembly is connected between the second idler arm and the boom. Hydraulic fluid is selectively applied to the first and second hydraulic assemblies to cause rotation of the work platform about the pin through an arc of 180.degree., each hydraulic assembly and its associated idler arm accounting for 90.degree. of such rotation.

Abstract: A self-propelled rotatable hydraulic lift having a body with an extensible boom pivotally attached to the upper rear portion of a counterweight and terminating in a self-leveling workman's platform. Remote lift controls are provided at the platform by means of control lines contained in flexible conduits within the boom. The center of gravity of the counterweight is located between the pivotal connection of the boom and the axis of rotation of the boom to provide both improved stability with respect to back tipping when the boom is extended vertically and a smaller rotational diameter for the lift body.

Abstract: A self-propelled rotatable hydraulic lift having a body with an extensible boom pivotally attached to the upper rear portion of a counterweight and terminating in a self-leveling workman's platform. Remote lift controls are provided at the platform by means of control lines contained in flexible conduits within the boom. The center of gravity of the counterweight is located between the pivotal connection of the boom and the axis of rotation of the boom to provide both improved stability with respect to back tipping when the boom is extended vertically and a smaller rotational diameter for the lift body.