Abstract: A method, a system, and apparatus for automatically marking beverage containers with various combinations of symbols to make them identifiable by their respective users in situations where multiple individuals are consuming beverages from otherwise identical containers. The apparatus includes a container detection space that is configured to sense a container placed therein, whereby the method is programmable so as to provide the unique identification marking to the sensed container. The system may include a storage bin that is integrated with the container detection space, and wherein the system provides an audible reminder whenever a container is sensed being removed from the storage bin by way of a storage access detector.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for producing an inert gas is described. Firstly, capture the exhaust from a gas fired internal combustion engine located on the site of an intended application. Secondly, pass the exhaust stream through at least one catalytic converter. Thirdly, cool the exhaust stream passing from the catalytic converter to a temperature that will not harm a gas compressor. Fourthly, pass the exhaust stream into the gas compressor and apply the compressed exhaust stream exiting the compressor directly to the intended application.

Abstract: A stack of sheets is formed in a paper cutter by feeding spaced sheets from a first conveyor to a second and slower conveyor to overlap the sheets which are then fed onto a pallet, the latter being lowered as more sheets are fed. When a stack is near completion the first and second conveyors are decelerated and some sheets diverted from the first conveyor to form a gap in the flow of sheets, the second conveyor only is then accelerated for a period of time to enlarge the gap and then decelerate, both conveyors then being accelerated to normal speed. An auxiliary support is then moved into the path of the sheets falling on to the pallet in the gap previously created. While the completed stack is being removed a new stack is forming on the auxiliary support. The full pallet is replaced by an empty one and the auxiliary support is withdrawn to permit the new stack to drop onto the pallet.