Abstract: A commercial data registry system provides a database connected to a computer network in order to allow access to an authoritative repository of records relating to goods and services. Trading partners may subscribe to receive updated commercial data pertaining to goods or services in which they presently deal and/or goods or services of potential interest to them. Integration of registry operations with existing electronic commerce procedures provides continuously valid data to facilitate business to business transactions.

Abstract: A quick connect coupling assembly includes a socket defined by a stepped bore in a body member, a tubular retainer nut threadingly received in the socket and a plug member carrying an O-ring seal that extends through the retainer nut and into the socket an axial extent whereby the O-ring seal is positioned to effect a seal relative to the plug member and an internal wall of the socket. The retainer nut having a shank portion defining circumferentially spaced apart flexible retainer fingers adapted to abut against an inclined radial shoulder of the plug member to effect its axial operative position within the socket.