Abstract: A consumables monitoring system is in communication with computing means and has a dispenser assembly formed of a dispenser and a mounting unit. The mounting unit and dispenser are arranged such that a plurality of sensors in the mounting unit is able to measure the quantity of consumables in the dispenser, and the dispenser assembly communicates sensor data to the computing means, which thereby monitor the usage of the dispenser. The plurality of sensors have different sensitivities over a range of inputs, wherein system is configured to switch between the sensors depending on the value of the inputs detected. The fact that the mounting unit may engage multiple different types of otherwise stand-alone dispensers provides for a monitoring system that can be used in conjunction with any type of dispenser and consumable. The plurality of dispensers allows for optimum sensitivity across a broad range of dispenser fill levels.

Abstract: A consumables monitoring system is in communication with computing means and has a dispenser assembly formed of a dispenser and a mounting unit. The mounting unit and dispenser are arranged such that a plurality of sensors in the mounting unit is able to measure the quantity of consumables in the dispenser, and the dispenser assembly communicates sensor data to the computing means, which thereby monitor the usage of the dispenser. The plurality of sensors have different sensitivities over a range of inputs, wherein system is configured to switch between the sensors depending on the value of the inputs detected. The fact that the mounting unit may engage multiple different types of otherwise stand-alone dispensers provides for a monitoring system that can be used in conjunction with any type of dispenser and consumable. The plurality of dispensers allows for optimum sensitivity across a broad range of dispenser fill levels.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a point-of-care hygiene dispenser and an electronic hand hygiene event monitoring system are disclosed. One embodiment is directed to point-of-care dispenser and a corresponding electronic monitoring system, wherein the point-of-care dispenser is movable between predetermined zones of interest. Another embodiment is directed to a secure point-of-care dispenser having corresponding dispenser cover and main body interlocks. A still further embodiment is directed to point-of-care dispensing system comprising a point-of-care dispenser having a dispenser cover and a main body, a locking mechanism configured to secure the dispenser covers with the main body in a closed condition, and a docking unit configured for mounting with the point-of-care dispenser.

Abstract: A metrics computer system is configured to collect and analyze metrics from a plurality of account opening data sources including at least one component of an account opening system and a local entity storing account opening data. The metrics computer system includes a data acquisition layer, a data processing layer, and/or an information delivery layer. Various embodiments are described, including a computer implemented method for collecting and analyzing metrics using a metrics component and/or module.

Abstract: A metrics computer system is configured to collect and analyze metrics from a plurality of account opening data sources including at least one component of an account opening system and a local entity storing account opening data. The metrics computer system includes a data acquisition layer, a data processing layer, and/or an information delivery layer. Various embodiments are described, including a computer implemented method for collecting and analyzing metrics using a metrics component and/or module.

Abstract: The self energizing tube connector for engaging a pressurizable part made of a tube capable of sustaining pressures up to 50,000 psi without deforming is made of an upstream tube end and a downstream tube end; a ferrule with a front and rear ferrule, a lifting component that engages the front ferrule to cause a upstream seal to form between pressurizable part and tube, and a downstream seal to form between the front ferrule and the tube; and a coupling nut for sliding over the tube and disposed downstream of the rear ferrule for engaging the pressurizable part, wherein the coupling nut is adapted to tighten against the rear ferrule, front ferrule, and lifting mechanism to compress the rear ferrule, front ferrule, and lifting mechanism against the pressurizable part and the tube.

Abstract: A network communication system includes a wireless independent secure local area network design (ISLAND) LAN-to-LAN tunnel terminal that provides a communications link to an access point of a primary network. A network control center, connected to the primary network, continuously monitors the wireless ISLAND LAN-to-LAN tunnel terminal and an alarm is set off when an outage occurs—such as caused by the wireless ISLAND being powered down. The wireless ISLAND may be enclosed in a hardened, portable case subject to security procedures. A method for establishing a secure communications link using a wireless ISLAND LAN-to-LAN tunnel terminal may include providing requirements that consider the wireless ISLAND to be a component of network infrastructure and not an end user client device, providing controls for physical access to the wireless ISLAND, and providing procedures for ensuring the security of the wireless ISLAND and the communications link that it provides.

Abstract: The present invention includes magnetic write elements with portions formed a nanophase high magnetic moment material to enable further increases in areal density in magnetic recording. The nanophase deposited high magnetic moment material comprises coated nanoclusters and nanolaminated cluster films that are deposited to form nanophase high magnetic moment material portions of a write pole and SUL layer in perpendicular recording media. The nanophase write poles exhibit high magnetic moments and are generally compatible with conventional writer head fabrication techniques.