Abstract: Methods and systems for allocating trades to multiple brokers are disclosed. An execution algorithm for an order is selected. A weighting allocation is for the order to brokers is specified. The order is allocated based on the weighting allocation and execution algorithm. The order is subsequently transmitted for execution.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is provided for enabling the wearer of a protective mask to utilize the tubing of a gas mask to drink liquids from standard commercial beverage containers without removing the mask or breaking the seal between the mask and the wearer's face. An adaptor is provided that connects the drinking tubing of the protective mask with the opening of the commercially available beverage container. In one embodiment, the adaptor has a stem at one end that can be inserting into the tubing of the protective mask to deliver liquid to the wearer. In another embodiment, the adaptor is secured to the beverage container by threading. In another embodiment, the adaptor is constructed of a material that is resistant to chemical or biological agents. In another embodiment, the adaptor has a plurality of different sized sections so that the adaptor may be used on various sizes of beverage containers.