Abstract: A solvent based composition containing a non-aqueous solvent and a substantially non-gelled polymeric composition is disclosed. The polymeric composition comprises the reaction product of an A polymer which is an addition polymer having 3.5 or more reactive functional groups per polymer chain and a B polymer having about 2 to about 3 functional groups per polymer chain that are co-reactive with the reactive functional groups of the A polymer. The solvent based composition includes coatings, adhesives, inks, primers, overprint varnishes and the like.

Abstract: An apparatus for scrubbing and mopping a surface, comprising in combination, a supporting carrier, including a block and scrubbing media carried by the carrier, to project toward the surface for scrubbing that surface; first structure for attaching an elongated handle to the carrier to extend in a first direction from the carrier; and second manually manipulable structure for attaching a mop to the carrier, with mop strands extending in generally parallel relation with that surface and in mopping contact therewith, as the scrubbing media simultaneously engages that surface, for simultaneous mopping and scrubbing of that surface, as the handle extends at an angle to the surface to displace the carrier, bristles and mop parallel to the surface, and to transmit downward force to the scrubbing means; structure including a transversely lengthwise extending bar, about which a portion of the mop extends; and there being at least one projection on the carrier for engaging the mop to block bodily movement of said mop

Abstract: Disclosed is a non-educting device (10) for preventing back flow of contaminated water into a potable water system. The device (10) includes first and second nozzles (33, 35) in series flow relationship to one another, an air gap (49) between the first and second nozzles (33, 35) and a water inlet (27). In the improvement, the inlet (27) is the sole liquid inlet of the device (10) and the first nozzle (33) is between the air gap (49) and the inlet (27). Such nozzle (33) includes a tapered portion having an axial length (AL) and a circular discharge opening (59). The ratio of the axial length (AL) to the diameter of the opening (59) is in the range of 0.7 to 1.1. Other features involve a unique containment bowl (21) and a secondary air gap (19) in liquid flow relationship to the containment bowl (21).

Abstract: A compact kitchenware washing station providing a variety of functions wherein three sink members are adjacently positioned and aligned adjacent to an automatic dishwashing apparatus. For an automatic operation, two of the sinks can be covered to support dishwashing racks with dishes. When a manual operation is desired, the covers are removed and the sink members utilized to provide a wash, rinse, and sanitizing operation. The kitchenware washing station is compact in design so that it can be utilized in even the smallest type of food service operation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are starch stabilized polymeric emulsions. Persulfate salts degrade starch to give it suitable characteristics, and then also, essentially simultaneously, initiate polymerization with monomers. This permits a single reaction condition to be used for both the degradation step and the polymerization step, and avoids the need for use of metallic ions such as iron.

Abstract: A novel single package aqueous polymeric formulation containing a polymeric ingredient having a latex seed core and both carboxylic acid functional pendant moieties and a monomer having pendant moieties having the ability to form stable enamine structures by reaction with amines which contain a divalent group of the structure ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is either H, a C.sub.1 to C.sub.10 alkyl group, or phenyl, is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process for preparing the aqueous polymeric formulation.

Abstract: A coating composition which is capable of crosslinking at ambient and elevated temperatures which includes a polymerized monomer having the formula ##STR1## wherein R is hydrogen or an alkyl group containing 1-5 carbon atoms, R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are hydrogen or a methyl group; --X-- is a bond, --O-- or --NH--; Ar is unsubstituted arylene; n is 0-10 and m is 1 or 2; wherein when X is O or NH, n is at least 1. A process for preparing the composition suspensions is also presented. The coating composition is useful in coatings, inks, overprint, varnish and surface treatment applications.

Abstract: A liquid dishwashing detergent composition having improved glassware protection when employed in conjunction with cleaning materials having high concentrations of alkaline materials. The composition contains a soluble organic zinc compound which preferably is zinc gluconate and is particularly suited to fast cycle commercial (I&I) dishwashers.

Abstract: A novel compound having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is hydrogen or an alkyl group containing 1-5 carbon atoms, R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are hydrogen or a methyl group, X is nonexistent, O or --NH--, Ar is unsubstituted arylene, n is 0-10 and m is 1 or 2, wherein when X is O or --NH--, n is at least 1.The compound of this invention is useful as a monomer which can be polymerized and/or copolymerized by both free radical and cationic polymerization.Polymers and copolymers produced in this invention can be crosslinked and are useful in coatings, inks, overprint, varnish and surface treatment applications.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for delivering insecticidal gel and other fluids from an aerosol can. The device has a first arm that docks to the aerosol can top. A second arm pivots relative to the first arm and has an adaptor tube that deflects the valve and forms a leak-proof connection channel for product being delivered from the can. The tube can alternatively be connected to a piston type tube (to refill it), or it can be linked to a delivery straw to directly deliver the fluid.

Abstract: A proportioning system 20 includes first and second cylinder and piston arrangements 26, 28 with an actuator 30 operably engaging the first and second cylinder and piston arrangement 26, 28. By changing the diameter and/or stroke of the pistons 54, 56, the mix ratio of two dispensed fluids changes. By changing the pivot point 32 of the actuator 30, the stroke length can be changed. The proportioning system 20 also includes a safety mechanism which prevents a concentrated fluid from being dispensed should the reservoir of diluting fluid be depleted.

Abstract: An emulsion polymerization system comprising a polymeric stabilizer, wherein the polymeric stabilizer comprises one or more alpha olefin/maleic anhydride copolymers and is present in the emulsion polymerization system in an amount greater than 0 and less than 5% by weight.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pliable mop bucket insert, which can be adapted to fit various buckets and wringers with different geometries. The present invention also provides a device for receiving dirty washing liquid from a mop and containing clean washing liquid for wetting a mop separately, which includes a main container for containing the clean washing liquid, an insert being removably attached to the bucket for receiving the dirty liquid, and a wringer located inside the insert and supported by the bucket. A flexible bag is further provided with the insert to contain dirty washing liquid.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pliable mop bucket insert, which can be adapted to fit various buckets and wringers with different geometries. The present invention also provides a device for receiving dirty washing liquid from a mop and containing clean washing liquid for wetting a mop separately, which includes a main container for containing the clean washing liquid, an insert being removably attached to the bucket for receiving the dirty liquid, and a wringer located inside the insert and supported by the bucket.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a composition for stripping coatings from a surface, the composition including:a. A solvent mixture composed of a phenyl substituted alkyl alcohol and an alkyl or aryl glycol ether or an alkyl or aromatic alcohol;b. A coupler composed of a salt formed from a water soluble organic amine and an acid comprising at least one C7-C18 ethoxylated anionic surfactant;c. Optionally water.The use of the C7-C18 ethoxylated anionic surfactant provides a stripper which can be diluted in water of various compositions yet provide an effective stripping/cleaning agent.

Abstract: This invention provides an aqueous coating composition, more particularly an aqueous floor finish composition, comprising water, at least one polymeric film forming agent, and a plasticizing agent, wherein the improvement comprises at least a portion of the plasticizing agent being at least one tertiary alkyl monocarboxylic acid having an average of from about 6 to 30 carbon atoms per molecule. Such compositions have one or more improved properties such as increased hardness as compared with the same compositions using only conventional plasticizers such as tributoxyethyl phosphate, improved wetting of the substrate by the composition during application, improved coating film leveling, improved multiple coat gloss development, and improved resistance to wear, black heel marking and scuffing.

Abstract: A docking station and bottle system 23 including a filling head 20 and bottle 22 which have a head interconnect 86 and a bottle interconnect 90, respectively, for fastening the bottle 22 to the filling 20 head in order to prevent spillage. The bottle interconnect 90 includes a fluid port 106 and a vent port 104 which are simultaneously opened from a closed position in order to allow the filling head 20 to draw concentrated fluid from the bottle 22 and mix the concentrated fluid with a diluting fluid such as water before being dispensed from a filling head nozzle 52. The bottle 22 includes identifying indicia 158 for purposes of tracking utilization of the bottle and the concentrated fluid contained therein. An information storage system 170 is associated with the bottle and filling head in order to provide records of such concentrated fluid utilization. A wall mounted docking station 200 including one or more filling heads 20 is also provided for. A refill head is further provided for refilling bottle 22.

Abstract: A novel thermosettable composition-of-matter is disclosed. One embodiment of the composition-of-matter includes a polymeric thermosettable ingredient having at least three acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties as well as at least three acid-functional pendant moieties. Another embodiment of the composition-of-matter includes at least two polymeric thermosettable ingredients, one of which includes at least three acid-functional pendant moieties and the other of which includes at least three acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties. The novel composition is characterized in that the acid-functional and acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties crosslinkably-react together, when subjected to elevated-temperature conditions for a predetermined period of time, thereby producing a crosslinked polymeric network. The novel thermosettable composition-of-matter can be used "as is" if either of the polymeric thermosettable components is a "fluid" (i.e., is able to flow) at room temperature.

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus includes an elongated first handle having a first longitudinal axis, a proximal end and a distal end. The apparatus also includes a second handle having a second longitudinal axis, a proximal end and a distal end. A connector is adapted to removably connect the second handle to the first handle in such a way that the second handle can be moved along and rotated around the first axis. A first holder is coupled to the distal end of the first handle, and a second holder is coupled to the distal end of the second handle. A first cleaning implement is removably mounted to the first holder, and a second cleaning implement is removably mounted to the second holder.