Abstract: Fire retardant and fuel decomposition compositions that include at least one compost accelerator, at least one deliquescent, at least one polymer, at least one fire retardant, at least one polymer, and at least one wetting agent are provided. In one example, the composition includes at least one fire retardant is in a range of 50-75 weight percent, at least one deliquescent is in a range of 5-20 weight percent, at least one polymer is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, at least one compost accelerator is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, and at least one wetting agent is in a range of 0.1-1 weight percent.

Abstract: Fire retardant and fuel decomposition compositions that include at least one compost accelerator, at least one deliquescent, at least one polymer, at least one fire retardant, at least one polymer, and at least one wetting agent are provided. In one example, the composition includes at least one fire retardant is in a range of 50-75 weight percent, at least one deliquescent is in a range of 5-20 weight percent, at least one polymer is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, at least one compost accelerator is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, and at least one wetting agent is in a range of 0.1-1 weight percent.

Abstract: Fire retardant and fuel decomposition compositions that include at least one compost accelerator, at least one deliquescent, at least one polymer, at least one fire retardant, at least one polymer, and at least one wetting agent are provided. In one example, the composition includes at least one fire retardant is in a range of 50-75 weight percent, at least one deliquescent is in a range of 5-20 weight percent, at least one polymer is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, at least one compost accelerator is in a range of 0.5-2 weight percent, and at least one wetting agent is in a range of 0.1-1 weight percent.

Abstract: Fire retardant and fuel decomposition compositions that include at least one compost accelerator, at least one deliquescent, at least one polymer, and at least one plant nutrient are provided. In one example, the composition includes at least one compost accelerator is in the range of 0.01-0.5 weight percent, at least one polymer in the range of 0.25-15 weight percent, at least one deliquescent in the range of 0.5-40 weight percent, and at least one plant nutrient in the range of 0.25-10 weight percent.

Abstract: Fire retardant and fuel decomposition compositions that include at least one compost accelerator, at least one deliquescent, at least one polymer, and at least one plant nutrient are provided. In one example, the composition includes at least one compost accelerator is in the range of 0.01-0.5 weight percent, at least one polymer in the range of 0.25-15 weight percent, at least one deliquescent in the range of 0.5-40 weight percent, and at least one plant nutrient in the range of 0.25-10 weight percent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mixture and method for remediating air dispersed biological particles. The mixture contains a carrier, an active biocidal ingredient, and a deliquescent which are mixed, heated and then grinded into biocidal particles approximately 1-50 microns in size. The biocidal particles are then dispersed into the air infected with biological particles using an aerosol generator and similar device. The biocidal particles may be charged to attract the biological particles and the carrier assists in attaching to the biological particles. Upon exposure to ambient humidity the deliquescent dissolves and allows the active biocidal ingredient to react creating a chemical byproduct which attacks and remediates the biological particles. The present invention may utilize two mixtures with two separate active biocidal ingredients which react with one another to create the desired chemical byproduct such as chlorine dioxide. The chemical byproduct may be hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: A self-contained fire retardant application apparatus include a tank for liquid fire retardant, a rechargeable 12 volt battery and an electrically operated pump powered by the battery. The tank has wheels or is carried on a wheeled chassis. In operation, the tank is wheeled to a desired location, the pump is powered and liquid fire retardant is sprayed onto the desired location through a hose and spray nozzle plumbed to the pump outlet.

Abstract: The present invention provides a paper product for use in sterilizing an area. The paper product contains at least one paper sheet or pellet containing one or more dry chemical materials, one or more dry deliquescent materials, or mixtures thereof. The dry chemical materials are either inactive antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials or are capable of reacting with another chemical material to produce one or more active antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials. When the paper product is placed in an atmosphere containing water vapor, the deliquescent material(s) attracts water and dissolves, thereby either hydrating and rendering active the inactive antimicrobial or biocidal chemical material(s), or providing a medium in which the chemical materials will react to produce one or more active antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials.

Abstract: A fire retardant distribution system is designed for use with any type of structure such as residences, out buildings, barns, commercial buildings, and others. The system is designed to prevent structures from catching fire when a wildfire approaches, and relies upon a spray system that when activated coats the exterior of the structures, decks and surrounding landscape very rapidly with a liquid, decolorized fire retardant that remains on the surface until washed off. The system is self-contained and relies upon tanks pressurized with inert gas to deliver the fire retardant to spray valves positioned on and around the structures and surrounding areas. In an alternate embodiment, compressed gas-powered pumps deliver fire retardant to desired areas to flank a wildfire and control its direction and behavior.

Abstract: A fire retardant distribution system is designed for use with any type of structure such as residences, out buildings, barns, commercial buildings, and others. The system is designed to prevent structures from catching fire when a wildfire approaches, and relies upon a spray system that when activated coats the exterior of the structures, decks and surrounding landscape very rapidly with a liquid, decolorized fire retardant that remains on the surface until washed off. The system is self-contained and relies upon tanks pressurized with inert gas to deliver the fire retardant to spray valves positioned on and around the structures and surrounding areas. In an alternate embodiment, compressed gas-powered pumps deliver fire retardant to desired areas to flank a wildfire and control its direction and behavior.

Abstract: The present invention provides a porous paper product impregnated with at least one chemical species. The porous paper product can be in the form of sheets, or compressed pellets. The porous paper can be prepared from a variety of sources, including wood pulp, kenaf, flax, or hemp. The chemical species impregnating the paper react and/or diffuse out of the paper to accomplish a variety of desired results. For example, diffusion of a volatile biocidal chemical out of pores in the paper create a no-growth zone on and immediately surrounding the impregnated paper. In this manner the impregnated paper can provide a sterile environment for activities such as food packaging/storage, the treatment of illness/injury, or waste disposal.

Abstract: A method for protecting wood and wood products from mold and sapstaining fungi for periods of at least about seven months is provided. The method employs a non-toxic mold inhibitor, which has been found to be unusually effective in providing resistance to mold and sapstaining fungi. Mold and fungi resistant wood and wood products are also provided.

Abstract: A method for protecting wood and wood products from mold and sapstaining fungi for periods of at least about seven months is provided. The method employs a non-toxic mold inhibitor, which has been found to be unusually effective in providing resistance to mold and sapstaining fungi. Mold and fungi resistant wood and wood products are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mixture and method for remediating air dispersed biological particles. The mixture contains a carrier, an active biocidal ingredient, and a deliquescent which are mixed, heated and then grinded into biocidal particles approximately 1-50 microns in size. The biocidal particles are then dispersed into the air infected with biological particles using an aerosol generator and similar device. The biocidal particles may be charged to attract the biological particles and the carrier assists in attaching to the biological particles. Upon exposure to ambient humidity the deliquescent dissolves and allows the active biocidal ingredient to react creating a chemical byproduct which attacks and remediates the biological particles. The present invention may utilize two mixtures with two separate active biocidal ingredients which react with one another to create the desired chemical byproduct such as chlorine dioxide. The chemical byproduct may be hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: The present invention provides a paper product for use in sterilizing an area. The paper product contains at least one paper sheet or pellet containing one or more dry chemical materials, one or more dry deliquescent materials, or mixtures thereof. The dry chemical materials are either inactive antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials or are capable of reacting with another chemical material to produce one or more active antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials. When the paper product is placed in an atmosphere containing water vapor, the deliquescent material(s) attracts water and dissolves, thereby either hydrating and rendering active the inactive antimicrobial or biocidal chemical material(s), or providing a medium in which the chemical materials will react to produce one or more active antimicrobial or biocidal chemical materials.

Abstract: The present invention provides a porous paper product impregnated with at least one chemical species. The porous paper product can be in the form of sheets, or compressed pellets. The porous paper can be prepared from a variety of sources, including wood pulp, kenaf, flax, or hemp. The chemical species impregnating the paper react and/or diffuse out of the paper to accomplish a variety of desired results. For example, diffusion of a volatile biocidal chemical out of pores in the paper create a no-growth zone on and immediately surrounding the impregnated paper. In this manner the impregnated paper can provide a sterile environment for activities such as food packaging/storage, the treatment of illness/injury, or waste disposal.

Abstract: The present invention provides a porous paper product impregnated with at least one chemical species. The porous paper product can be in the form of sheets, or compressed pellets. The porous paper can be prepared from a variety of sources, including wood pulp, kenaf, flax, or hemp. The chemical species impregnating the paper react and/or diffuse out of the paper to accomplish a variety of desired results. For example, diffusion of a volatile biocidal chemical out of pores in the paper create a no-growth zone on and immediately surrounding the impregnated paper. In this manner the impregnated paper can provide a sterile environment for activities such as food packaging/storage, the treatment of illness/injury, or waste disposal.

Abstract: A class of methods for impregnating zeolite crystals with one of: sodium chlorite, acetic acid, citric acid, chlorine, sodium sulfite, and sodium bisulfite. Also, the resulting zeolite crystals impregnated under this class of methods.

Abstract: A method for producing chlorine dioxide by moving fluid (such as air) relative to (e.g. flowing the fluid through) a first bed of zeolite crystals impregnated with at least one of the following: phosphoric acid, acetic acid and citric acid, and then moving the fluid relative to a second bed of zeolite crystals impregnated with sodium chlorite and/or zeolite crystals impregnated with chlorine. Optionally, at least some of the produced chlorine dioxide is absorbed by moving the fluid relative to (e.g., flowing the fluid through) a third bed of chemically impregnated zeolite crystals.

Abstract: A method for producing chlorine dioxide by moving fluid (such as air) relative to a first bed of zeolite crystals impregnated with sodium chlorine and/or zeolite crystals impregnated with chlorine, and by moving the fluid relative to a second bed of zeolite crystals impregnated with one of the following: phosphoric acid, acetic acid and citric acid. The first and second beds may be physically mixed together. A further aspect of the present invention relates to removing chlorine dioxide from a fluid by moving the fluid relative to a bed of zeolite crystals impregnated with one of the following: potassium hydroxide, sodium sulfite, sodium bisulfate and ferrous sulfate. This method may be used to remove chlorine dioxide produced using the method for producing chlorine dioxide described above.