Abstract: A gas burner, specifically a gas burner for cooking grills. The burner comprises and elongated conduit member having an upper portion of a generally inverted V-shape, a lower portion defining burner ports angled such that the flame caused by burning gases escaping from the burner port does not impinge upon the lower portion. The cross-section of the elongated conduit member burner provides an increased volumetric flow rate which does not require gas pressure equalization means to provide uniform heat generation across the length of the burner.

Abstract: A spice rack for a cooking range including a one piece shelf defining an elongated channel for receipt of spice containers. The spice rack includes a front panel and a rear panel, the rear panel having barrier members extending therefrom generally toward the front panel which separate the elongated channel into a series of smaller spaces for segregation of spice containers. The rear panel has a flange member extending therefrom which cooperates with the rear panel to define a channel for receipt of a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is secured to a rear wall of the cooking range and vertically supports the spice rack and spaces the spice rack from heat producing portions of the cooking range. The spice rack also includes lateral flanges that serve as stops to limit lateral movement of the spice rack relative to the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A heating system for barbecue grills and other gas appliances is disclosed, the system having a U-shaped tubular burner and shield. The system may also include a radiant material disposed at or below the level of the burner.

Abstract: Burner for a gaseous fuel, provided with separate supply lines for fuel and oxidizing gas, the oxidizing gas being tangentially fed into a cylindrical swirl chamber, which is connected to a burner bowl through a mixing channel, the fuel being radially supplied at the connection of the swirl chamber to the mixing channel. The burner is optionally provided with an integrated heat exchanger. A composite burner system is disclosed, made-up of burners as described above and optionally provided with a plate which isolates the burners from the surrounding area and which indirectly heats the surrounding area.

Abstract: The invention comprises a solar assembly for heating a stove with solar energy. The assembly includes a foundation pipe having an opening. A substantially vertical pipe is positioned in the opening and the vertical pipe is capable of rotation relative to the foundation pipe. A stove is releasably attached to the vertical pole. A downward sloping arm is fixed to the top end of the vertical pole. A vertical adjustment member is slidably positionable on the downward sloping arm. The vertical adjustment member is capable of adjustment in height. A frame supporting a solar lens is pivotally attached to the vertical adjustment member. The vertical adjustment member is used to adjust the frame, and the solar lens, so that the solar lens directs solar energy to the stove. It is also contemplated that a solar panel or solar collector be positioned in place of the solar lens.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a burner of a vehicle heater which includes a blower for supplying the combustion air, a combustion chamber having a lining which is porous at least in some areas on part of its inner surface, a means for supplying fuel to the porous area of the lining and an electric glow plug for igniting the fuel or fuel-air mixture evaporated from the lining.

Abstract: A tubular-shaped sleeve of insulative material is disclosed adapted to fit around and encase the sides of a pan of the type used in steam tables to limit the degree of heat reaching the sides of the pan from steam or water to thereby substantially reduce the susceptibility of the inside side surface of the pan to adherence of food product being heated in the pan.

Abstract: An oven structure (1) comprises a casing (2) provided with walls (5, 6, 7, 8, 9) defining a cooking chamber (4) open on one side (4A) of said casing (2), and below said casing (2) an element (20) provided with a cavity (19) defined by walls (21, 22, 23, 26) rising from the lower wall (24) of said element (20), said cavity (19) facing the lower wall (8) of said casing (2). At least part (26) of said element (20) is removable to allow connection to a gas heating member (29), said cavity (19) being able at choice either to receive an electrical heating member (60) or become the seat of a hot air stream generated by the gas member (29), the lower wall (8) of said casing (2) being provided with apertures (16) which are preferably closed when the cavity (19) of the lower element (20) contains the electrical heating member (60) and are open when said lower element (20) is connected to the gas heating member (29).

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a gas supply to a gas appliance, having valve means disposed in a gas supply and an activation means for controlling the valve means. In a preferred embodiment, the present invention is used in a free-standing gas range having a control panel whereon the activation means which is a rotary mechanical knob is disposed. Further, the valve means used in the gas shutoff apparatus is mechanically activated. In a further embodiment, the apparatus for controlling a gas supply to a free-standing gas range having a control panel whereon the activation means is disposed, further has an electrical push-button switch which controls an electromechanically activated valve means.

Abstract: The invention herein relates to ash catchers for woodstoves of the type adapted to be inserted into an existing fireplace. The ash catcher includes a generally horizontal pan supported along the front edge by a pair of fixed legs. A third leg is pivotally secured to the pan and is biased to a downward position for supporting the rear edge of said pan. When placed in a position for catching ashes from a woodstove, the rear leg is pivoted upwardly against the underside of the pan which rests upon the fireplace hearth. The ash catcher further includes an attached top for covering the ash pan to prevent ash from spilling when the ash catcher is transported. The ash pan also includes a hinged rear wall that is positionable between closed and open positions. When the ash pan is in the open position, a rear wall opening is formed in the ash pan such that ashes can be swept therefrom.

Abstract: An unglazed transpired solar collector using solar radiation to heat incoming air for distribution, comprising an unglazed absorber formed of low thermal-conductance material having a front surface for receiving the solar radiation and openings in the unglazed absorber for passage of the incoming air such that the incoming air is heated as it passes towards the front surface of the absorber and the heated air passes through the openings in the absorber for distribution.

Abstract: A gaseous fuel burner with a base formed of cast aluminum and a wafer cooperating with the base for forming an annular of flame generating ports. A cap is received over the wafer and forms a dead air space for reducing the temperature rise of the cap. The wafer and base are formed of aluminum or brass and the cap is either formed of cast iron or cast aluminum with a porcelainized steel disc insert on the upper surface.

Abstract: A range hood having a sleek, modern appearance has a keypad and control circuit which enable adjustment of fan speed and light intensity. The range hood includes a keypad having a linear array of keys which may be individually or collectively used to energize the fan at one of a variety of speeds. A control circuit responds to depression of one or a group of two of the keys and in response selects one of a plurality of possible fan speeds. The array of keys is also used in conjunction with a separate night light key to program the intensity of the light for use as a night light. An automatic shutoff key is used to gradually reduce the fan speed until, ultimately, the fan is deenergized.

Abstract: A process for producing energy from sulphur containing carbonaceous fuels comprises partially oxidizing the carbonaceous fuel to produce off gasses including carbon monoxide, hydrogen and hydrogen sulphide; removing hydrogen sulphide from the off gasses and combusting the off gasses from which the hydrogen sulphide has been removed to produce energy.

Abstract: A combined self-cleaning grease and particulate filter and heat exchanger used to collect thermal energy normally vented through flue hoods or other ventilation systems in commercial or institutional kitchens. Fluids circulated within the heat exchanger/filter may then be utilized for heating other mediums, such as water or air, and to promote drainage of the particulate matter and grease from the filter into a removable storage container. The heat exchanger/filter is provided with means for quick assembly and designed to replace existing grease filters, thus allowing economical retrofitting. A baffle filter is further provided which utilizes particular flow patterns to promote a more efficient transfer of grease and particulate matter from the airborne fumes to the filter.

Abstract: A branding iron stove comprises a body having an upright longitudinal extent so as to provide an elongated upright heating compartment closed by upper and lower ends. The body has an elongated upright opening therethrough for providing access to the heating compartment. A first branding iron support is attached to the body and provides a first plurality of vertically spaced-apart locations for receiving and holding a plurality of branding iron rods, the first plurality of spaced-apart locations being disposed outwardly away from the body. A second branding iron support is attached to the body and provides a second plurality of spaced-apart locations disposed adjacent to the opening for receiving and holding a plurality of branding iron rods. The first and second spaced-apart locations are cooperatively constructed and arranged to receive and hold the plurality of branding irons in a vertical array of generally horizontal positions.

Abstract: A new Camping Stove Baking Attachment Device for offering an apparatus that can be used in conjunction with a camping stove to provide an oven for baking food. The inventive device includes an attachment housing, a lid, a plurality of lid vents, a food plate, a base plate and an elongated exhaust tube aperture. In use the attachment housing (16) is placed on a camping stove (2) allowing it to come to rest against a bottom side of the base plate (30). Food (4) is then placed on an upper side of the food plate (20). Finally, the lid (12) is placed upon the attachment housing (16). Combustion exhaust flow (24) is routed up through the base plate flame vents 32, the elongated exhaust tube aperture (22), and the lid vents (15). Consequently, the food (4) is baked without ever coming into contact with a flame.

Abstract: An indoor fireplace comprises a base, a feeding device, a combustion chamber, and a ventilation device. The base has a sliding plate provided with a feeding pipe in communication with the combustion chamber. The ventilation device comprises an air drawing apparatus, an air discharging apparatus, and a plurality of air circulation ducts.

Abstract: Modular discharge structure for closed gas appliances having an inner end and an outer end, comprising: an outer tubular casing; an inner gas exhaust pipe, being placed inside the casing to define an annular supply line for combustion air therewith; a combustion air supply hood, forming a connection between the outside air and the annular supply line, and a combustion gas exhaust hood, forming a connection between the outside air and the gas exhaust pipe, and further comprising retaining means for axially keeping together, in series and in a mechanical and releasable manner, the casing, the combustion gas exhaust hood and the combustion air supply hood on the gas exhaust pipe.

Abstract: A flare tip structure has a tubular component usually mounted at the top of a flare sack which emits waste gas into the atmosphere for disposal by combustion with the aid of one or more pilot burners. Several fluid injectors are mounted inside the component and emit cones of injection fluid, such as natural around the axis of the tubular component. A deflector assists the injectors in creating a cushion of fluid just above the opening of the tubular component to space the combustion flame away from the opening. This allows surrounding air to flow into the gap between the opening and the combustion flame and to mix with waste gas prior to combustion to suppress smoke.