Abstract: This invention is a product used in the delivery of a sanitization agent for sanitizing the under-the-fingernail (UTF) region. This product allows for: the keeping of a sanitization agent to be applied through the use of a nib; access to disposable nibs and a digger to remove objects in the UTF region. The sanitizing agent is applied through the nib for sanitization and disinfection of bacteria, viruses, common germs and other bodily-infecting agents.

Abstract: An apparatus for destroying pathogens includes a platform and an LED matrix panel. The platform has a portion configured to permit passage of ultraviolet light therethrough. The LED matrix panel is disposed below the portion of the platform and includes a grid and a plurality of discreetly-controlled, ultraviolet light LEDs (UV LEDs). The grid defines a plurality of cells. Each UV LED is associated with one cell such that the cells direct the ultraviolet light emitted by the UV LEDs upwardly through the portion of the platform to sanitize an object supported on the portion of the platform.

Abstract: An apparatus for destroying microorganisms includes a housing, a platform, a reflective tray, and a source of ultraviolet light. The platform is supported on the housing and is configured to permit passage of ultraviolet light at an angle therethrough. The reflective tray is disposed within the housing. The source of ultraviolet light is disposed adjacent the reflective tray such that the reflective tray directs ultraviolet light emitted by the source of ultraviolet light through the platform.

Abstract: An apparatus for destroying microorganisms includes a housing, a platform, a reflective tray, and a source of ultraviolet light. The platform is supported on the housing and is configured to permit passage of ultraviolet light at an angle therethrough. The reflective tray is disposed within the housing. The source of ultraviolet light is disposed adjacent the reflective tray such that the reflective tray directs ultraviolet light emitted by the source of ultraviolet light through the platform.

Abstract: A steam cleaning machine including a housing enclosing a steam generator including a tank provided with a water inlet and a steam delivery connectable to a hose having a cleaning tool attached thereto for steam cleaning a surface. A pressure responsive locking mechanism is provided to lock a cover member in place over the water fill plug of the tank to prevent access thereto while the tank is pressurized.

Abstract: A method of preventing the growth of microorganisms by contacting the microorganisms with a bioactive compound which may be described by one of the following formulas:H[(C.sub.n H.sub.2n) - A.sub.p - (C.sub.m H.sub.2m)CO].sub.k.sup.. NH C.sub.6 H.sub.4 SO.sub. 2 - CH = CH - X; ##SPC1##orR.sub.3 SO.sub.2 CH = CH - CONH.sub.2in which A is benzene or napthalene, X is --CN, --CONH.sub.2, --COOR, --SO.sub.2 R, --SO.sub.3 R, --NO.sub.2 or --COR, R.sub.1 is an amino, acylamido or nitro group, R.sub.2 is hydrogen or a lower alkyl group, R.sub.3 is an alkyl, substituted alkyl, aryl, substituted aryl, cycloalkyl, or substituted cycloalkyl or a heterocyclic group and where n = 0 to 18, m = 0 to 18, m + n = 24 or less, p = 0 or 1 and k = 0 or 1.

Abstract: Apparatus for collecting and disposing of refuse having a wheeled chassis carrying a hopper, shredder and fan for directing air and refuse to a cylindrical member preferably obliquely disposed with respect to the chassis. A hollow tube is disposed within the cylindrical member in generally co-axial relationship. The tube is provided with a plurality of apertures for directing flame therefrom against refuse within the interior of the cylindrical member. Washing apparatus is included to minimize contamination dispursal into the atmosphere.

Abstract: Apparatus for collecting and disposing of refuse having a wheeled chassis carrying a hopper, shredder and fan for directing air and refuse to a cylindrical member preferably obliquely disposed with respect to the chassis. A hollow tube is disposed within the cylindrical member in generally co-axial relationship. The tube is provided with a plurality of apertures for directing flame therefrom against refuse within the interior of the cylindrical member. Washing apparatus is included to minimize contamination dispersal into the atmosphere. .Iadd.