Abstract: The present invention relates to a digital safe architecture (10) usable to preserve the integrity of digital objects over time, the architecture (10) including preservation means making for digital objects and metadata associated with those objects, and computing means (14) able to process a plurality of computing tasks. The computing tasks comprise operating tasks relative to the filing, preservation and reconstitution of digital objects, and background tasks relative to the operation of the safe. The computing means (14) consist of a plurality of separate computing nodes (21, 22, 23) able to execute at least certain computing tasks. The architecture further includes a task manager (16) making it possible to distribute the computing tasks between different computing nodes (21, 22, 23).

Abstract: An apparatus (10) for bagging material into a stretchable bag having an open end, comprises a movable bag stretching structure (18) displaceable between a first position for receiving the bag and a second position for holding the bag in a stretched state, wherein said stretching structure (18) is provided with elongated corner members (70, 72) for accumulating the bag thereon, each of said elongated corner members (70, 72) being provided with a movable strap-like member (210) extending along the length of the corner members (70, 72) to facilitate loading and unloading the bag on and from the corner members (70, 72).

Abstract: The present invention provides an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties. The film comprises one or more layers, wherein at least one of the layers comprises from 0.1 to 10% (by weight) of an anti-skid additive, which does not melt, or has a melt temperature greater than 500° F., and has a particle size between 50 and 500 microns. Suitable anti-skid additives may be sand, clay, silica, crosslinked polyethylenes, other polymers or ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). Also provided is a resin composition and a method for manufacturing an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties.

Abstract: An apparatus (10) for bagging material into a stretchable bag having an open end, comprises a movable bag stretching structure (18) displaceable between a first position for receiving the bag and a second position for holding the bag in a stretched state, wherein said stretching structure (18) is provided with elongated corner members (70, 72) for accumulating the bag thereon, each of said elongated corner members (70, 72) being provided with a movable strap-like member (210) extending along the length of the corner members (70, 72) to facilitate loading and unloading the bag on and from the corner members (70, 72).

Abstract: The present invention provides an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties. The film comprises one or more layers, wherein at least one of the layers comprises from 0.1 to 10% (by weight) of an anti-skid additive, which does not melt, or has a melt temperature greater than 500° F., and has a particle size between 50 and 500 microns. Suitable anti-skid additives may be sand, clay, silica, crosslinked polyethylenes, other polymers or ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). Also provided is a resin composition and a method for manufacturing an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties.

Abstract: An apparatus (10) for bagging material into a stretchable bag having an open end, comprises a movable bag stretching structure (18) displaceable between a first position for receiving the bag and a second position for holding the bag in a stretched state, wherein said stretching structure (18) is provided with elongated corner members (70, 72) for accumulating the bag thereon, each of said elongated corner members (70, 72) being provided with a movable strap-like member (210) extending along the length of the corner members (70, 72) to facilitate loading and unloading the bag on and from the corner members (70, 72).

Abstract: The present invention provides a reflective film that can be adhered to a surface of a construction material to form a composite material that is useful as radiant heat insulation in industrial, commercial and residential buildings. The reflective film comprises a layer of Aluminum foil adhered to a surface of a polymer film. Also provided is an alternative in which the reflective film comprises a layer of Aluminum foil adhered to polymer-coated kraft paper. The polymer film or polymer-coated kraft paper composite is formulated such that reflective film may be laminated to the surface of the construction material without the use of an adhesive. Also provided are manufacturing processes for the production of the reflective film, or film composite, and for laminating the film or film composite to the surface of a construction material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective masking film that can adhere to and provide protection to the surface of a substrate, without the use of an adhesive. The masking film comprises two or more layers of which one of the outer layers is formed from Mxsite™ and the other outer layer formed from a polymer or polymers other than Mxsite™. The masking film is retackable. Also provided are compositions and methods for producing the protective masking film.

Abstract: The present invention provides an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties. The film comprises one or more layers, wherein at least one of the layers comprises from 0.1 to 10% (by weight) of an anti-skid additive, which does not melt, or has a melt temperature greater than 500° F., and has a particle size between 50 and 500 microns. Suitable anti-skid additives may be sand, clay, silica, crosslinked polyethylenes, other polymers or ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). Also provided is a resin composition and a method for manufacturing an elastomeric film having anti-skid properties.

Abstract: A thermoplastic tube for in-field storage or packaging of bales of agricultural products is disclosed. The tube combines high puncture resistance with an exceptional stretchability, elasticity and good slip properties. The circumference of the tube can be expanded by at least 15% without tearing when stretched in the transverse direction. The tube also shows no substantial permanent deformation 2 hours after being so stretched for a period of time not exceeding 30 minutes and released. Before feeding a bale, the tube is stretched radially to facilitate the insertion and accommodate bales larger than original diameter of the tube. When regaining the original size, the tube wraps up tightly the bales reducing the amount of air trapped in the tube. Since the tube can be enlarged to a variable extent, it may accommodate bales of different shapes and sizes.