Abstract: A reduced, visibility window/door screen includes a particularly formed narrow profile frame and mesh applied to the frame. The frame is formed from a single elongated member that is bent to form four corners and four corresponding sides, with joining of the adjacent first and second ends. A high-strength adhesive bonds the mesh to the frame, which is pinch rolled thereon for exceptional pull-out strength. Another embodiment includes a leaf spring movably secured to the frame, to bias and center the screen within the master frame. Another embodiment further includes a plunger pin slidably disposed in the frame with one end fixedly secured to the leaf spring, and handle movably connected to the other end of the plunger pin. The handle member being movable between first and second positions to respectively actuate the leaf spring between an undeformed condition, and a deformed, flattened condition permitting installation/removal of the screen.

Abstract: A reduced visibility window/door screen includes a particularly formed narrow profile frame and mesh applied to the frame. The frame is formed from a single elongated member that is bent to form four corners and four corresponding sides, with joining of the adjacent first and second ends. A high-strength adhesive bonds the mesh to the frame, which is pinch rolled thereon for exceptional pull-out strength. Another embodiment includes a leaf spring movably secured to the frame, to bias and center the screen within the master frame. Another embodiment further includes a plunger pin slidably disposed in the frame with one end fixedly secured to the leaf spring, and handle movably connected to the other end of the plunger pin. The handle member being movable between first and second positions to respectively actuate the leaf spring between an undeformed condition, and a deformed, flattened condition permitting installation/removal of the screen.

Abstract: The invention provides for methods and systems for engineering target proteins, based on protein sequence characteristics that influence the likelihood of obtaining a crystal suitable for X-ray structure solution, to improve protein crystallization, as well as related material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a laminated object. A foam core and a skin are provided and the foam core and the skin are arranged relative to each other. The skin is heated. The skin is pierced by a vacuum application device. Further, vacuum is applied via the vacuum application device so as to withdraw a gaseous medium, in particular air, from within the foam core and from a space or spaces between the foam core and the skin, in order to draw the skin towards the foam core. Furthermore, the invention provides a manufacturing device for manufacturing a laminated object, laminated objects comprising a foam core and a skin, a method for producing pallets comprising a foam core and a skin, as well as pallets comprising a foam core and a skin.

Abstract: A window sash frame has a glazing insert receiving channel. A glazing insert provides a spacing structure for at least two glazing panes. The spacing structure has at least two glazing surfaces adapted to protrude into a viewing opening of the sash frame and hold a respective one of the glazing panes. The glazing insert includes a base for receipt in the receiving channel of the sash frame. The base extends away from the glazing surfaces such that the glazing panes will be isolated from the sash frame when the base is received in the channel and the glazing panes are mounted on the glazing surfaces.

Abstract: Various desiccant, vapor barrier and/or sealant components are provided for a multipane window unit sash assembly having an integral glazing pane mounting structure. The components have varying shapes and features, which may include glazing pane mounting surfaces, spacer functions, dual seal capabilities and muntin bar retaining functions. Various materials can be used to fabricate the components, including adhesive, sealant, sealant strip, tape, foam, resin, metallic or plastic materials, or combinations of such materials. The components may be preformed, extruded onto the sash, or otherwise applied. Automated assembly of the components to the sash is also disclosed.

Abstract: Techniques are provided for mounting simulated muntin bars, preassembled muntin grids and the like between parallel glazing sheets in an integrated multipane window sash. Among the mounting techniques disclosed are clips for holding simulated muntin components to a spacing and mounting structure of an integrated multipane window sash. Clip-less embodiments are also presented, as well as a one-piece sash that includes integral muntins and an integral spacing and mounting structure for the glazing sheets.

Abstract: A sash frame is provided having a first mounting surface for a first glazing pane and a second mounting surface for mounting a second glazing pane substantially parallel to the first glazing pane. The first and second mounting surfaces are spaced apart to provide an insulating space between the glazing panes. An evacuation opening is provided in communication with the insulating space. The first glazing pane is adhesively mounted to the first mounting surface and the second glazing pane is adhesively mounted to the second mounting surface. Air is allowed to exhaust through the evacuation opening as the insulating space is formed between the glazing panes. A vacuum is drawn from the evacuation opening to draw the first and second glazing panes closer together after the panes have been mounted on their respective mounting surfaces. Mounting of the glazing panes may also be facilitated using a roll press.

Abstract: A sash frame is used to provide an integrated multipane window unit. A first strip of adhesive material is applied to the sash frame. The outside surface of a first glazing pane is mounted to the first strip of adhesive material. A second strip of adhesive material is applied to the sash frame substantially parallel to the first strip. The outside surface of the second glazing pane is mounted to the second strip of adhesive material. The inside surfaces of the glazing panes face each other. The glazing panes can be mounted to the sash frame by drawing them outwardly against their respective adhesive strips. Respective spacer structure elements can be provided as part of the sash frame to provide structural support and maintain a consistent desired spacing between the glazing panes.

Abstract: A window sash frame has a glazing insert receiving channel. A glazing insert provides a spacing structure for at least two glazing panes. The spacing structure has at least two glazing surfaces adapted to protrude into a viewing opening of the sash frame and hold a respective one of the glazing panes. The glazing insert includes a base for receipt in the receiving channel of the sash frame. The base extends away from the glazing surfaces such that the glazing panes will be isolated from the sash frame when the base is received in the channel and the glazing panes are mounted on the glazing surfaces.

Abstract: A process for the partial catalytic oxidation of a hydrocarbon containing feed comprising contacting the feed with an oxygen-containing gas in the presence of a catalyst retained within a reaction zone in a fixed arrangement, wherein the catalyst comprises at least one catalytically active metal selected from the group consisting of silver and Group VIII elements supported on a porous ceramic carrier. The porous ceramic carrier has a distribution of total pores wherein about 70% of the total pores (1) have a volume-to-surface area (V/S) ration that is within about 20% of the mean V/S value for the total pores and no pores have a V/S ration that is greater than twice the mean V/S value for the total pores; (2) have a pore-to-pore distance between neighboring pores that is within about 25% of the mean pore-to-pore distance between neighboring pores; and (3) have a pore throat area that is within about 50% of the mean pore throat are for the pores.

Abstract: A multipane window unit is provided in which a sash frame is formed having an integral spacing structure upon which glazing panes are directly affixed. The integrally spacing structure is formed integral with the sash frame at vertical internal glazing surfaces. Adhesive can be affixed to the vertical internal glazing surfaces the glazing panes. In this manner, a rigid, structural sash frame can be formed prior to attachment of the glazing panes, thereby eliminating the need for using separately manufactured insulating glass units while obtaining similar and improved benefits.

Abstract: The invention relates to the separation of enantiomers of cimaterol, (-)-cimaterol, the addition salts thereof and processes for preparing them and their use in pharmaceutical compositions and animal feeds.