Abstract: An embossing head for use in a rotary printing press has a raised embossing stamp, a constraining means for constraining motion of the embossing stamp along a radial direction, and adjustable positioning means for stopping radially downward motion of the embossing stamp at an adjustable lowermost position for determining an adjustable radial height of the raised embossing stamp. A number of embossing heads may be mounted independently to annular collars of the press to enable free positioning of the corresponding embossments in both dimensions of the sheet material. The adjustable positioning means enables fine height selection and adjustment of each embossing stamp individually so as to enable and facilitate the production of embossments on sheet material within specified tolerances reliably over numerous print cycles.

Abstract: An embossing head for use in a rotary printing press has a raised embossing stamp, a constraining means for constraining motion of the embossing stamp along a radial direction, and adjustable positioning means for stopping radially downward motion of the embossing stamp at an adjustable lowermost position for determining an adjustable radial height of the raised embossing stamp. A number of embossing heads may be mounted independently to annular collars of the press to enable free positioning of the corresponding embossments in both dimensions of the sheet material. The adjustable positioning means enables fine height selection and adjustment of each embossing stamp individually so as to enable and facilitate the production of embossments on sheet material within specified tolerances reliably over numerous print cycles.

Abstract: A polish having improved properties is generally disclosed. In one embodiment, the polish can include a preservative that resists the growth of organisms, such as mold, fungus, bacteria, and the like, even after extended periods of nonuse. Additionally, the polish can be incorporated or impregnated into a mitt to form an all in one treating device. For example, the all in one treating device can be impregnated with a polish in at least one surface. In one embodiment, the polish can resist wicking or other migration from its application area to other parts of the all in one treatment device.

Abstract: A polish having improved properties is generally disclosed. In one embodiment, the polish can include a preservative that resists the growth of organisms, such as mold, fungus, bacteria, and the like, even after extended periods of nonuse. Additionally, the polish can be incorporated or impregnated into a mitt to form an all in one treating device. For example, the all in one treating device can be impregnated with a polish in at least one surface. In one embodiment, the polish can resist wicking or other migration from its application area to other parts of the all in one treatment device.

Abstract: A rapid resin or pitch transfer molding apparatus, and a method of using it. The apparatus of this invention comprises: means for melting and conveying a resin or pitch; a mold (3) arranged so that melted resin or pitch is conveyed from the melting and conveying means into an annular mold cavity (1, 35) within an insert (2) in the molding apparatus, wherein said insert comprises means (6, 7, 8, 9, 86) for effecting flow of the resin or pitch from the top (87) and bottom (85) of the mold cavity (1, 35) to vents (22, 25, 81) located in the center of, at the top and/or bottom of, and/or annularly around the mold cavity (1, 35); and means disposed at the mold to constrain the mold during supply of the resin or pitch into the mold.

Abstract: The present invention makes use of loose fibrous material (for instance, chopped fibers) as reinforcement matrix material in the manufacture of carbon-carbon composites. In accordance with this invention, a constraint fixture is provided which can be separated from the mold. The constraint fixture has an internal shape corresponding to the shape of a desired preform component, with the internal shape being defined by a bottom plate (2), an annular ejector plate (3, 3?), a inner wall (10), an outer wall (4), and an annular top plate (11, 11?). The constraint fixture is normally made of metal, porous ceramic, or carbon material. The constraint fixture of the mold holds the loose matrix materials (fibers, along with any fillers and/or additives). The mold assembly itself is segmented, so that the constraint, fixture and the loose fill materials in the fixture can be removed and subjected to further processing as a unit.

Abstract: Improved instrument pad surgical drape for use during surgical procedures is disclosed which is resistant to melting caused by high intensity light generated from sources such as fiberoptic illumination systems. The instrument pad and drape comprise an infrared energy reflective film/foam laminate that may also have a high coefficient of friction which is useful for retaining surgical instruments in place and preventing them from slipping off the pad during a surgical procedure.

Abstract: A cough drop is provided comprising a hard candy outer shell and a powdered centerfill containing a rapidly-dissolving powder such as dextrose monohydrate and an active ingredient such as menthol and eucalyptus which is preferably in the form of a liquid blend and a spray-dried powder. The hard candy outer shell also contains menthol and eucalyptus as a liquid blend.When the outer shell is dissolved in the mouth or the centerfill is bitten into, the rapidly-dissolving powder acts to enhance the active-ingredient's activity in the mouth so that a discernible vaporization of active-ingredient is felt.