Abstract: An air conditioning/heating system that distributes, through a closed loop water circulating system, cold or hot water to one or more separate air handlers that are connected to a central water chiller/heat pump by supply and return lines for each handler. The system includes a cabinet, an insulated tank within the cabinet, a main coil within the tank, the main coil having a recirculation line with a water inlet and a water outlet, and a refrigerant line attached to the recirculation line; a heat pump/condensing unit connected to the refrigerant line, a circulating pump having a pump inlet and a pump outlet, the pump outlet connected to the water inlet of the main coil, a second tank connected to the pump inlet; at least one air handler having a box, a blower within the box, and a secondary coil within the box, the secondary coil having a supply inlet connected to the outlet of the first coil and a return outlet connected to the second tank.

Abstract: Embodiments herein provide a flexible accessory panel with apertures from which items may be suspended. In particular, receptacles for fluids draining from a patient may be suspended from the apertures, which are retained at a level below that of the patient, maintaining a gravitational flow. Maintaining downward flow of the draining fluids limits the backflow of draining fluid to the patient and reduces the risk of infection.

Abstract: A device for application to a body part for the treatment of symptoms of injury or pain, comprising a holder for simultaneously applying (1) a thermal device capable of retaining hot or cold, and (2) a transcutaneous electrical nerve/muscle stimulator, whereby to allow the simultaneous application to a body part of transcutaneous electrical nerve/muscle stimulation and either hot or cold therapy. The holder can have a pocket for receiving the thermal device and a front surface bearing the nerve/muscle stimulator, for example, by hook and loop material, or adhesive, enabling the activatable surface of the nerve/muscle stimulator to be applied to the body part simultaneously with the hot or cold therapy of the gel pack in the pocket.

Abstract: Embodiments herein provide a flexible accessory panel with apertures from which items may be suspended. In particular, receptacles for fluids draining from a patient may be suspended from the apertures, which are retained at a level below that of the patient, maintaining a gravitational flow. Maintaining downward flow of the draining fluids limits the backflow of draining fluid to the patient and reduces the risk of infection.

Abstract: A fogging vending machine is provided. A vending machine has a housing, and a fogging means provides a fog consisting of a mist of atomized coolant which is partially evaporated and entrained in an air flow. At least one conduit is provided which has an inlet coupled to the fogging means and an outlet coupled to the vending machine housing to direct the fog away from the housing.

Abstract: An evaporative cooling unit has an internal conduit structure with an inlet and outlet, an air blower for establishing a forced air flow through the conduit, and a plurality of nozzles that emit atomized water into the air flow. The nozzles connect to a source of water such as a pump coupled to a tap water supply. Sprayed water mixes with the forced air flow and is emitted as a mist or fog, the temperature of the air and water being reduced via evaporative cooling. The unit can form an inverted L-shape, a column or a framework, e.g., forming a pavilion. The unit can be inflatable or can be formed by rigid hollow columns and/or horizontal beams that form the air conduits and contain one or more blowers as well as piping for carrying water to the nozzles. A ball joint discharge fixture having air exhaust holes surrounding a spray nozzle allows the mixed air/water output to be directed where needed to form a refreshing cooled area, especially in the open.

Abstract: A portable indoor and outdoor evaporative cooling unit includes a conduit structure with an inlet and outlet, an air blower, and a plurality of nozzles for emitting water or other evaporating coolant into the air flow. The nozzles connect to a source of water or the like and are positioned in or on the conduit such that sprayed coolant mixes together with the forced air to form a mixture whose temperature drops via evaporative cooling. The outlet directs the mixture in streams or clouds where persons can immerse themselves or walk through to cool down. Alternative embodiments include an inverted L-shape, a tower and a framework forming a pavilion. One or more porous membranes can be placed along the flow path, particularly at the outlet, with at least one nozzle arranged to soak the membrane. As used at the outlet, the membrane forms a flow restriction for maintaining inflation. The cooling unit is advantageously used for cooling athletes at competitions, fire fighters and the like.

Abstract: A thermostat device having a temperature responsive bimetal which permits movement of a permanent magnet between two fixed points to activate a reed switch element. The device includes a magnetic shunt for effecting a positive off position.