Abstract: A process is disclosed for establishing ownership and value in collected recyclables. Collected solid waste is transported to a collection facility and weighed at entry and an amount of deposited recyclables determined and attributed to each customer serviced in the collection jurisdiction. A digital file is created representing the attributed amount of recyclables for each customer, and a worker utilizes a third-party tokenization service to convert the digital file into a nonfungible token or NFT, thereby establishing value for the NFT. The tokenization provider then mints and records the nonfungible token on a targeted blockchain using smart contracts, such as for example on the Ethereum blockchain, and sends a confirmation to the waste collection contractor. The waste collection contractor then transfers the NFT to the customer so that the customer may freely trade the NFT on the open market. The process promotes a sustainable recycling program for the public.

Abstract: Methods for remotely monitoring a status of a light fixture including monitoring sensor data associated with the light fixture; analyzing the monitored sensor data to determine if the light fixture is operating outside expected parameters associated with the light fixture; and altering the status of the light fixture for a finite period of time if it is determined that the light fixture is operating outside expected parameters are provide. Related monitoring modules and computer program products are also provided.

Abstract: Methods for remotely monitoring a status of a light fixture including monitoring sensor data associated with the light fixture; analyzing the monitored sensor data to determine if the light fixture is operating outside expected parameters associated with the light fixture; and altering the status of the light fixture for a finite period of time if it is determined that the light fixture is operating outside expected parameters are provide. Related monitoring modules and computer program products are also provided.

Abstract: A fryer pot for a deep fryer having a pair of opposed sidewalls, a pair of opposed end walls and a bottom wall. Each of the pair of opposed sidewalls has three successive vertical portions. Wherein each of the three successive vertical portions of each of the pair of opposed sidewalls is inboard of a preceding vertical portion to thereby taper the fryer pot towards the bottom wall. A fryer pot for a deep fryer having a pair of opposed endwalls and a pair of opposed sidewalls and a bottom wall. Each of the pair of opposed endwalls has a first vertical portion and a second vertical portion that are each connected by an angled offset portion to decrease a volume of the fryer pot.

Abstract: A system for automatically filling a fryer pot that includes a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor in the fryer pot; and a pump and a valve being actuated by said second temperature sensor. The pump and said valve are actuated when said first temperature sensor senses a first predetermined temperature and said second temperature sensor senses a second predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A system for automatically filling and maintaining fryer pots with oil in a deep fryer having a deep fryer and a plurality of fryer pots disposed within the deep fryer. Each of the plurality of fryer pots contains a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The second temperature sensor is enabled to commence a filling cycle of a fryer pot in response to said first temperature sensor when said first temperature sensor senses a first predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A deep fryer having a plurality of fryer pots disposed in the deep fryer. Each of the plurality of fryer pots having a first temperature sensor, a second temperature sensor a drain valve and return valve. The system further has a controller that is pre-programmed to count a number of cooking cycles. After the first temperature sensor senses a first predetermined temperature, oil drains from the fryer pot through the drain valve and when the second temperature sensor senses a second predetermined temperature the oil has substantially returned to the fryer pot through the return valve.

Abstract: A pivot assembly for use in an electric fryer that rotates heating elements out of a frypot, and a pivot housing that prevents the passage of outside contaminants from entering the pivot assembly. The pivot assembly comprises a tube that has mounting position for heating elements, and the elements can be lowered and raised into the frypot. The pivot housing comprises a hood that fits over the pivot assembly and forms a seal around the assembly, preventing the passage of oil therethrough. The tube of the pivot assembly can comprise one or more heating elements, and the heating elements can be lowered or raised independently of one another.

Abstract: The gas tube fryer comprises substantially 90° in-shot burners, burner mounting boxes, a one-piece burner mounting bracket, and a bracket housing, all of which are used in conjunction with heat exchanger tubes, heat transfer baffles, a frypot, and a flue in a fryer. The burner mounting boxes are keyed specifically to the face of the burner, preventing substantial movement of the burners and introduction of ambient air into the heat exchange tubes. Each burner is also keyed to the mounting bracket, also preventing substantial movement and providing easy installation and repair. The ninety-degree orientation of the burners facilitates mixing of the combustion gases, and the burner comprises a screen on its face that helps to ensure maximum burner efficiency.

Abstract: A multi-function system for automatically filtering and maintaining cooking oil in fryer pots of a deep fryer having a deep fryer and a plurality of fryer pots is provided. Each of the plurality of fryer pots contains at least a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The deep fryer is capable of operating in an automatic filling mode to maintain an oil level when the first sensor senses a first predetermined oil temperature and an automatic filtration mode to allow filtration of oil in one of the plurality of fryer pots after the first sensor senses a first predetermined oil temperature.

Abstract: A deep fryer having a plurality of fryer pots disposed in the deep fryer. Each of the plurality of fryer pots having a first temperature sensor, a second temperature sensor a drain valve and return valve. The system further has a controller that is pre-programmed to count a number of cooking cycles. After the first temperature sensor senses a first predetermined temperature, oil drains from the fryer pot through the drain valve and when the second temperature sensor senses a second predetermined temperature the oil has substantially returned to the fryer pot through the return valve.

Abstract: A fryer pot for a deep fryer having a pair of opposed sidewalls, a pair of opposed end walls and a bottom wall. Each of the pair of opposed sidewalls has three successive vertical portions. Wherein each of the three successive vertical portions of each of the pair of opposed sidewalls is inboard of a preceding vertical portion to thereby taper the fryer pot towards the bottom wall. A fryer pot for a deep fryer having a pair of opposed endwalls and a pair of opposed sidewalls and a bottom wall. Each of the pair of opposed endwalls has a first vertical portion and a second vertical portion that are each connected by an angled offset portion to decrease a volume of the fryer pot.

Abstract: A system for automatically filling and maintaining fryer pots with oil in a deep fryer having a deep fryer and a plurality of fryer pots disposed within the deep fryer. Each of the plurality of fryer pots contains a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The second temperature sensor is enabled to commence a filling cycle of a fryer pot in response to said first temperature sensor when said first temperature sensor senses a first predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are useful for determining the flowrate of fluid flowing within a passage. The method comprises the step of measuring the equilibrium temperature of a location of interest within or proximate to the passage within which fluid flows. The temperature of the location of interest is perturbed to a second temperature, and the temperature of the location of interest is then allowed to return to its equilibrium temperature. The temperature of the location of interest is monitored as it transitions between the second temperature and the equilibrium temperature. The monitored temperature transition is then used to determine the flowrate of the fluid flowing within the passage.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are useful for determining the flowrate of fluid flowing within a passage. The method comprises the step of measuring the equilibrium temperature of a location of interest within or proximate to the passage within which fluid flows. The temperature of the location of interest is perturbed to a second temperature, and the temperature of the location of interest is then allowed to return to its equilibrium temperature. The temperature of the location of interest is monitored as it transitions between the second temperature and the equilibrium temperature. The monitored temperature transition is then used to determine the flowrate of the fluid flowing within the passage.

Abstract: A frypot having a corrugated bottom portion. The corrugations project into an interior volume of the frypot, so that there are troughs disposed between the corrugations. During operation of the frypot, oil located in these troughs remains cooler, thus prolonging the life of the oil.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and for enhancing productivity of ruminant animals. Particularly, a method comprising determining particular corn hybrids of specific endosperm type and NDF content for use as silage and/or a grain supplement and combining other diet components to form a feed ration that optimizes the site of starch digestion, and a feed made using the method of the invention.

Abstract: A system for updating a merchant customer account database is provided, wherein the system may be used to update a merchant's customer database in response to changes made to a customer transaction account. The system provides a remote database location which stores a merchant's customer transaction account information for customers using the transaction account for recurring billing purposes. A server is used to manage the remote database information to update the remote database in response to changes in transaction account information. The updated transaction account information is then periodically provided to the merchant for use in updating the merchant's customer account database.

Abstract: A system for updating a merchant customer account database is provided, wherein the system may be used to update a merchant's customer database in response to changes made to a customer transaction account. The system provides a remote database location which stores a merchant's customer transaction account information for customers using the transaction account for recurring billing purposes. A server is used to manage the remote database information to update the remote database in response to changes in transaction account information. The updated transaction account information is then periodically provided to the merchant for use in updating the merchant's customer account database.