Abstract: A truck hitch extension pole manipulator includes an elongated body with a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end generally encompasses a handle, and the proximal end generally includes a “keeper” module configured to interact with, for example, a locking pin on a truck hitch. Devices according to embodiments of the present general inventive concept enable users to remove and/or insert a locking pin for a truck hitch without requiring the user to enter the bed of the truck.

Abstract: A combination container and applicator for a fluid includes a container having a top end open to an internal volume that has a tapered floor. A cap adapted to engage the top end has a brush applicator projecting downwardly therefrom into the internal volume of the container. The brush applicator includes a brush and a sheath, the brush extending beyond the sheath when the brush applicator is in the extended position, and the brush retracting fully inside the sheath when the brush applicator is in the retracted position. The cap includes a brush extension mechanism that is adapted to move the brush applicator between a retracted portion, such that the brush and brush applicator do not contact the floor of the container when the cap is engaged with the container, and an extended position such that the brush is able to reach all areas of the floor of the container.

Abstract: A drawing game with randomized drawing prompts is disclosed. Some embodiments include a set of a foundational drawing prompts, a set of embellishing drawing prompts with at least one of the embellishing prompts being dependent on at least one of the foundational prompts, and a set of orientation drawing prompts, each of the orientation drawing prompts operable to provide an orientation to any of the foundational and embellishing prompts when paired with any of the foundational or embellishing prompts.

Abstract: Disclosed are motorized litter transport kits and methods and devices relating thereto.

Abstract: A round bale sled that is a combination round bale feeder and transport device. In one embodiment, the bale sled includes a bale holding portion and a base. The bale holding portion is configured to hold a round bale. The base is coupled to the bale holding portion. The base is configured to allow the bale sled to be pulled in a select direction. Moreover, the base is further configured to allow for a pivot loading of the round bale in the bale holding portion.

Abstract: Disclosed are motorized litter transport kits and methods and devices relating thereto

Abstract: A round bale sled that is a combination round bale feeder and transport device. In one embodiment, the bale sled includes a bale holding portion and a base. The bale holding portion is configured to hold a round bale. The base is coupled to the bale holding portion. The base is configured to allow the bale sled to be pulled in a select direction. Moreover, the base is further configured to allow for a pivot loading of the round bale in the bale holding portion.

Abstract: A packaged cleaning composition concentrate includes a container for holding a cleaning composition concentrate, and a cleaning composition concentrate. The cleaning composition concentrate has a solids content of at least about 1 wt. % based on the weight of the cleaning composition concentrate. The cleaning composition concentrate includes a surfactant component, a dispersant component, and at least one of a sheeting agent or a humectant. A method for forming a use composition is provided.

Abstract: A glossy protective coating for painted or glossy surfaces is formed from a substantially silicone-free aqueous emulsion of film-forming agent, solvent, and a fluoropolymer that reduces soil adhesion and increases water repellency.

Abstract: A detergent composition includes about 2 wt. % to about 50 wt. % of a first metal silicate having the formula: MxOy.mSiO2.nH2O wherein M is at least one of an alkali metal or a transition metal, x and y are independently integers of 1 to 3, m is greater than 0.2, and n is 0 or greater, and the weight ratio of SiO2 to MxOy is at least about 1.6, and about 0.5 wt. % to about 10 wt. % of a second metal silicate having the formula: MxOy.mSiO2.nH2O wherein M is at least one of an alkali metal or a transition metal, x and y are independently integers of 1 to 3, m is greater than 0.2, and n is 0 or greater, and the weight ratio of SiO2 to MxOy is less than about 1.5. The detergent composition can be used to clean the interior surface of an oven. A method for cleaning polymerized food soil is provided.

Abstract: A detergent composition is provided according to the invention. The detergent composition includes a branched alcohol alkoxylate having the formula: wherein R1 is a C2-C20 alkyl, R2 is H or a C1-C4 alkyl, n is 2-20, and m is 1-40, and a compatibililizing surfactant. The compatibilizing surfactant can be selected so that an aqueous composition containing 5 wt. % of the branched alcohol alkoxylate and at least 2.5 wt. % of the compatibilizing surfactant provides a clear aqueous composition. A clear aqueous composition refers to an aqueous composition that is free of haze visible to the naked eye. In general, a clear aqueous composition resembles a composition containing only water. A method for using the detergent composition is provided.

Abstract: A cleaning composition concentrate includes about 0.05 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of a surfactant component, about 0.01 wt. % to about 20 wt. % of a dispersant component, and about 0.001 wt. % to about 15 wt. % of a sheeting agent component, wherein the composition comprises less than about 0.1 wt. % volatile organic compound exhibiting a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mm Hg at 20° C. The cleaning composition can be provided as a use composition as a result of diluting the cleaning composition concentrate with water of dilution at a dilution ratio of cleaning composition concentrate to water of dilution of about 1:1. A method for preparing a cleaning composition is disclosed.

Abstract: A traction device for a motor vehicle provides a rear support assembly positioned proximate to a rear axle and an adjacent portion of a leaf spring and a front rocker support assembly. The front rocker support assembly includes a front leaf spring bracket assembly attached to the front leaf spring eye, a pivot stop extending across the upper surface of the leaf spring at a predetermined distance rearward from the leaf spring eye for engaging an upper surface of the leaf spring to limit pivotal movement of the front rocker support assembly relative to the front end of the leaf spring, and a rocker pivotally attached to the front leaf spring bracket assembly. An adjustable rigid link extends between the rear support assembly and the front rocker support assembly.

Abstract: A surface treatment composition is provided for increasing the gloss value of a surface. The surface treatment composition includes a nonsilicone gloss imparting component in an amount sufficient so that the surface treatment composition, when applied to a surface, provides the surface with an increased gloss value compared with the surface prior to application of the composition. The surface treatment composition can be water based or organic solvent based. In addition, the surface treatment composition can include a wetting agent to reduce the contact angle between the surface treatment composition and the surface. A method for using a surface treatment composition is provided.

Abstract: A warewashing detergent composition is provided according to the invention. The warewashing detergent composition includes a cleaning agent, an alkaline source, and a corrosion inhibitor. The cleaning agent comprises a detersive amount of a surfactant. The alkaline source is provided in an amount effective to provide a use composition having a pH of at least about 8. The corrosion inhibitor includes a source of aluminum ion and a source of zinc ion. The relative amounts of the source of zinc ion and the source of aluminum ion can be controlled to reduce visible filming when the warewashing detergent composition is used in the presence of hard water. Methods for using and manufacturing a warewashing detergent composition are provided.

Abstract: A method for producing phosphonate in the form of a solid or a gel is provided. The solid can be prepared by neutralizing phosphonic acid as a result of mixing a neutralization composition comprising phosphonic acid and a source of alkalinity to provide phosphonate in a solid form without a step of drying. The gel can be prepared by neutralizing phosphonic acid as a result of mixing a neutralization composition comprising phosphonic acid, a source of alkalinity, and silicate to provide phosphonate in a phosphonate composition in the form of a gel. Methods for producing detergent compositions and detergent compositions are provided.

Abstract: A composition for the generation of chlorine dioxide including at least one non-iodo interhalide, polyhalide or salt thereof having the formula BrmClnFoXp wherein m=0–3, n=0–4, o=0–3, p=0–2, X is a cationic moiety and with the provisos that m+n+o cannot be zero; if m+n+p<2, or mixtures thereof, and at least one source of chlorite ions.

Abstract: A method for antimicrobial treatment comprising applying to microbes a composition containing a diluting solvent (e.g., water), an antimicrobially-active solvent having a density different from the density of the diluting solvent, and an optional cosolvent, surfactant, or additional antimicrobial agent, wherein the amount of antimicrobially-active solvent or additional antimicrobial agent is sufficiently high and the amount of cosolvent or surfactant is sufficiently low so that the composition will provide greater than a 1-log order reduction in the population of bacteria or spores of Bacillus cereus within 10 seconds at 60° C. Preferred methods of the invention employ compositions containing an additional antimicrobial agent such as peroxyacetic acid. Compositions for use in the method can be prepared as concentrates, and used full strength or in diluted form.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chrysocephalum plant named ‘Silsun’, characterized by its compact, low spreading and mounding plant habit; silvery pubescent leaves and stems; freely flowering habit; large inflorescences positioned above the foliage; bright yellow-colored inflorescences; and good garden performance.