Patents Assigned to NCH Corporation
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Publication number: 20140005030Abstract: An granular composition for absorbing liquids, the composition comprising perlite, super-absorbent polymer, a pH-indicating dye, and a minor amount of water. According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the subject composition comprises about 80 weight percent perlite, about 5 weight percent SAP, about 0.0125 weight percent pH indicating dye (most preferably phenolphthalein), and from about 7 to about 9 weight percent water in the final product.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2013Publication date: January 2, 2014Applicant: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert C. Pearce, III, Katrell Deon Copeland, Alisha D. Farrington, Ecaterina Henderson
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Patent number: 8551762Abstract: Apparatus useful for feeding a particulate starter material comprising nutrient and bacteria to a mixing tank, for solubilizing the starter material inside the mixing tank, for promoting growth of the bacteria and for discharging an aqueous slurry comprising the bacteria from the mixing tank. The apparatus preferably has a gravity-flow feeder and discharge port, does not require a pump, and comprises disposable parts.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2009Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Wayne Anthony Fleming, William Pierre Boesch-Deveze, Jose Eduardo G. Evaro, Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Michael Eugene Rushing, Michael Joseph Trevino
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Patent number: 8551356Abstract: An granular composition for absorbing liquids, the composition comprising perlite, super-absorbent polymer, a pH-indicating dye, and a minor amount of water. According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the subject composition comprises about 80 weight percent perlite, about 5 weight percent SAP, about 0.0125 weight percent pH indicating dye (most preferably phenolphthalein), and from about 7 to about 9 weight percent water in the final product.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2011Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert C. Pearce, III, Katrell Deon Copeland, Alisha D. Farrington, Ecaterina Henderson
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Publication number: 20130239991Abstract: A composition for treating a water system to remove scale, microorganisms and biofilm, and corrosion by-products. The composition comprises chelating agents and a surfactant. Depending on the water system being treated, the composition may be a solid dissolved by water in the system being treated or may be a pre-mixed foam or aerosol. A treatment system particularly suitable for flowing water systems comprises a container for holding such a treatment composition and mixing it with a portion of water from the water system, a filter for removing solids dislodged during treatment, and a corrosion monitor. A method for using such a treatment composition comprises draining substantially all existing water in the water system, filling or rinsing the system with fresh water, contacting the treatment composition with substantially all parts of the water system, and draining the treatment composition from the system before resuming normal operations.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 18, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Applicant: NCH CorporationInventors: Adrian Denvir, David F. Vela, Christina B. Burton, Katrell D. Copeland, Scott M. Boyette, Robert C. Pearce, III
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Patent number: 8430337Abstract: A portable, light-activated, mist sprayer system comprising direct current power supply, an ambient light sensor, electronic circuitry that evaluates an electrical signal received from the light sensor to determine whether a “dusk” or “dawn” light condition exists; a container of treating fluid at a desired concentration; a motor and pump that are activated at the appropriate time as determined by the sensed light condition; at least one sprayer nozzle that will dispense a mist containing the treating fluid whenever the pump is operating; and a timer that turns off the pump after a preset interval to terminate the spraying cycle. A preferred utility for the system of the invention is spraying dilute solutions of insecticide or insect repellent during the periods of significant insect activity that typically occur around dusk and dawn. An RF receiving unit is also disclosed for optional activation using a remote transmitter.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 30, 2013Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Joseph Thomas Colarusso, William Pierre Boesch-Deveze, John Ray Roheim
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Patent number: 8093040Abstract: A biomass generator useful for continuously growing and withdrawing bacteria to be used in a desired beneficial application, the generator having a bacteria growth chamber; water and nutrient inlet ports; upper and lower outlet ports; a recirculating pump withdrawing and reintroducing fluid to establish a vortex in the growth chamber while controlling foaming and pump cavitation; a low pressure air inlet line discharging air inside the growth chamber above the vortex; a fluid discharge line receiving bacteria-containing fluid from the upper outlet port of the growth chamber; a flush line discharging wash water into the fluid discharge line; and an electrical controller cooperating with solenoid-operated valves and a feeder mechanism to periodically introduce water and nutrients into the chamber, thereby simultaneously causing bacteria-containing fluid to be discharged from the growth chamber through the upper outlet port. A method for growing bacteria using the subject apparatus is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2009Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Dale V. Kiplinger, Jose E. Evaro, Judith Gayle Pruitt, Joseph Thomas Colarusso
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Patent number: 7823656Abstract: A method for monitoring drilling mud properties, the drilling mud being transported through a well drilling system and stored in a mud pit includes directing the flow of drilling mud in the well drilling system from the mud pit to a sampling unit. A sample of the drilling mud from the mud pit is obtained. At least one mud property of the sampled drilling mud is sensed automatically and in real time to obtain a condition value. If the condition value is within a set point range for the mud property the drilling mud is returned to the mud pit. The drilling mud is directed to a centrifuge for adjustment of the mud property if the condition value is outside the set point range. The drilling mud from the centrifuge is returned to the mud pit after the mud property has been adjusted.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2009Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: NCH CorporationInventor: John H. Williams
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Patent number: 7718149Abstract: An additive and method of use for treating flue gas of a coke-fired cupola following removal of the blast air during shutdown to adjust the charge and reduce acid buildup in the condensate and corrosion in downstream equipment by injecting into the flue gas a finely divided spray comprising an additive containing a volatile amine mixed with an antistatic agent that creates a positive static charge in the additive, and elevates the pH of the condensate by reducing the formation of sulfuric acid from entrained sulfur-containing compounds.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2008Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: NCH CorporationInventor: Donald A. Cameron
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Patent number: 7670989Abstract: An absorbent and process for the neutralization and absorption of acidic and alkaline liquid spills comprising a mixture of superabsorbent polymer, a styrene-butadiene-styrene block copolymer, sodium bicarbonate, and optionally a chlorine neutralizer. The absorbent preferably also contains a chlorine neutralizer for the neutralization of any chlorine vapors and a pH indicator to indicate that the spill has been neutralized and is safe for handling and disposal.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2006Date of Patent: March 2, 2010Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Michael Benton, Katrell Deon Copeland, Robert C. Pearce, III, Alisha D. Roach, John R. Roheim
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Patent number: 7635587Abstract: A biomass generator useful for continuously growing and withdrawing bacteria to be used in a desired beneficial application, the generator having a bacteria growth chamber; water and nutrient inlet ports; upper and lower outlet ports; a recirculating pump withdrawing and reintroducing fluid to establish a vortex in the growth chamber while controlling foaming and pump cavitation; a low pressure air inlet line discharging air inside the growth chamber above the vortex; a fluid discharge line receiving bacteria-containing fluid from the upper outlet port of the growth chamber; a flush line discharging wash water into the fluid discharge line; and an electrical controller cooperating with solenoid-operated valves and a feeder mechanism to periodically introduce water and nutrients into the chamber, thereby simultaneously causing bacteria-containing fluid to be discharged from the growth chamber through the upper outlet port. A method for growing bacteria using the subject apparatus is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2005Date of Patent: December 22, 2009Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Dale V. Kiplinger, Jose E. Evaro, Judith Gayle Pruitt, Joseph Thomas Colarusso
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Patent number: 7306167Abstract: An automatic mist-sprayer system comprising a control unit having electronic circuitry adapted to activate the sprayer for a predetermined interval in response to a sensed ambient light condition of desired intensity and duration. The system desirably further includes an electrical power supply and a plurality of spaced-apart sprayer heads. A preferred utility for the system of the invention is spraying dilute solutions of insecticide or insect repellent during the periods of significant insect activity that typically occur around dusk and dawn. Manual overrides and a remote receiving unit are also disclosed for use of the system at times other than dusk and dawn.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2004Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Joseph Thomas Colarusso, Dale Vilmer Kiplinger, Michael Lee Paulson, Robert Clarence Pearce, III
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Patent number: 7241723Abstract: A composition for cleaning bearings in rotating equipment and industrial machinery that contains powdered limestone having a high calcium content dispersed in a calcium sulfonate grease, together with a colorant that readily enables a user to differentiate between contaminated grease, cleaning composition and fresh grease. A method is also disclosed that enables a user to clean and re-lubricate bearings without the need for removing the bearings from service or for shutting down the associated equipment or machinery.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2003Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Ruiming Zhang, Anthony Peter Wenzler, Michael Dennis Holloway
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Patent number: 7150118Abstract: A disposable kit is provided that comprises a foldable warning sign, protective gloves, a dustpan and scraper for use in cleaning up broken objects or spilled particulate or powdered solid matter, a pad containing super-absorbent polymer for use in cleaning up spilled liquid matter, and a waste disposal bag sufficiently large to contain both the cleaned-up matter and the other elements of the kit following use. A low-profile, under-shelf bracket to support and store the kit is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2006Date of Patent: December 19, 2006Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Michael J. Benton, David Lewis Wilson, Chad Hewitt Jones
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Patent number: 7081361Abstract: A biomass generator useful for continuously growing and withdrawing bacteria to be used in a desired beneficial application, the generator having a bacteria growth chamber; water and nutrient inlet ports; upper and lower outlet ports; a recirculating pump withdrawing and reintroducing fluid to establish a vortex in the growth chamber while controlling foaming and pump cavitation; a low pressure air inlet line discharging air inside the growth chamber above the vortex; a fluid discharge line receiving bacteria-containing fluid from the upper outlet port of the growth chamber; a flush line discharging wash water into the fluid discharge line; and an electrical controller cooperating with solenoid-operated valves and a feeder mechanism to periodically introduce water and nutrients into the chamber, thereby simultaneously causing bacteria-containing fluid to be discharged from the growth chamber through the upper outlet port. A method for growing bacteria using the subject apparatus is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2003Date of Patent: July 25, 2006Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Dale V. Kiplinger, Jose E. Evaro, Judith Gayle Pruitt, Joseph Thomas Colarusso
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Patent number: 6840267Abstract: A universal connection kit for installing a bath spout having an internal coupling at the discharge end to a wall pipe. The connection kit is made up of a conduit and a number of adapters for connection to varying types of wall pipe. The components are connected together via corresponding threaded sections. The particular adapter used depends upon the type of wall pipe present since each adapter allows connection to one of the common types of wall pipe. The universal connection kit provides a flush fit of the bath spout against the wall, regardless of which adapter is used, if any.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: January 11, 2005Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: John P. Jennings, Jeffery Tzeng, Alexander Yeh
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Patent number: 6772694Abstract: A control agent delivery system useful for dispersing a pesticide, herbicide, fungicide or other biocide around a target or target area that is not directly accessible or that is hazardous to the user. The system includes a separable, two-part projectile containing a control agent disposed in a powder, liquid or gel dispersal medium, together with a gas-propelled, projectile launching device. A method of use of the subject system that causes the projectile to perform differently, depending upon the manner of launch, is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2003Date of Patent: August 10, 2004Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Robert Clarence Pearce, III, Dale Vilmer Kiplinger
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Patent number: D527810Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2005Date of Patent: September 5, 2006Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Ruth A. Frazer, Gary L. Frazer, George M. Davison, III, Pete Meier, Nathan Field
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Patent number: D554983Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2006Date of Patent: November 13, 2007Assignee: NCH CorporationInventor: Chad Hewitt Jones
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Patent number: D590049Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2007Date of Patent: April 7, 2009Assignee: NCH CorporationInventor: Chad H. Jones
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Patent number: D596717Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2008Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: NCH CorporationInventors: Chad H. Jones, Stephen L. Fillipp