Abstract: The present invention is directed to the use of a composite product for a plant pot filter, the composite comprises an open mesh weave of thermoplastic material, the weave has warp and weft strips which form a substantially uniform layer with opposed surfaces. The mesh defines individual slits extending through said layer. There is provided a discontinuous layer on one of the opposed surfaces, and a discontinuous layer on the other of the opposed surfaces. The invention is further directed to a plant pot having a moisture permeable filter, which comprises a composite filter, having the open mesh weave of thermoplastic material of the invention herein.

Abstract: A method for increasing the ability of a water surface to cool and freeze is disclosed. The method includes the steps of providing a substrate surface adapted to support a layer of ice, and providing a water-impermeable flexible sheet on top of the substrate surface which supports the flexible sheet, the sheet including at least first, second and third layers. The first layer includes a heat reflective coating for reflecting heat transmitted from the substrate back into the substrate, a second or middle layer which may be an insulative layer, and a third or uppermost layer including a non-reflective coating to reduce heat absorption, and providing a layer of water or ice on top of the water-impermeable flexible sheet whereby the flexible sheet enhances or lowers the temperature of the water on the surface by reducing the temperature transmission through the substrate surface and the upper surface or layer providing non-reflective properties to reduce heat transmission therethrough.

Abstract: A composite, flexible protective cover for turf or other natural substrates, including at least one layer having a reflective coating adapted to direct radiant heat back into the substrate.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective covering material comprising an open mesh weave of scrim material, the mesh having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin layer having opposed major surfaces, where at least one of the warp or weft strip materials is a heat absorbing or heat reflecting material, and at least one of the major surfaces of the scrim material has a discontinuous coating having heat reflecting or heat absorbing properties opposite to that of the warp and or weft strip, the discontinuous coating thereon at least partially covering the surface.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective composite comprising an open mesh weave of thermoplastic material, the weave having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin uniform layer having opposed major surfaces, the layer having on one surface thereof a heat absorbing lace coating and on the other surface thereof a heat reflective discontinuous or intermittent coating.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective covering material comprising an open mesh weave of scrim material, the mesh having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin layer having opposed major surfaces, where at least one of the warp or weft strip materials is a heat absorbing or heat reflecting material, and at least one of the major surfaces of the scrim material has a discontinuous coating having heat reflecting or heat absorbing properties opposite to that of the warp and or weft strip, the discontinuous coating thereon at least partially covering the surface.

Abstract: A protective winter covering for swimming pools including an open mesh weave of scrim material, the mesh having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin layer having opposed major surfaces, where both the warp and weft strip materials are of a heat absorbing material, and at least one of the major surfaces of the scrim material has a discontinuous coating having heat reflecting properties opposite to that of the warp and weft strip, the discontinuous coating theron at least partially covering the surface.

Abstract: A protective winter covering for swimming pools including an open mesh weave of scrim material, the mesh having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin layer having opposed major surfaces, where both the warp and weft strip materials are of a heat absorbing material, and at least one of the major surfaces of the scrim material has a discontinuous coating having heat reflecting properties opposite to that of the warp and weft strip, the discontinuous coating thereon at least partially covering the surface.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective covering material for turf or lawn use comprising an open mesh weave of scrim material, the mesh having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin layer having opposed major surfaces, where at least one of the warp or weft strip materials is a heat absorbing or heat reflecting material, and at least one of the major surfaces of the scrim material has a discontinuous coating having heat reflecting or heat absorbing properties opposite to that of the warp and or weft strip, the discontinuous coating thereon at least partially covering the surface.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective composite comprising an open mesh weave of thermoplastic material, the weave having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin uniform layer having opposed major surfaces, the layer having on one surface thereof a heat absorbing lace coating and on the other surface thereof a heat reflective discontinuous or intermittent coating.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective composite comprising an open mesh weave of thermoplastic material, the weave having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin uniform layer having opposed major surfaces, the layer having on one surface thereof a heat absorbing lace coating and on the other surface thereof a heat reflective discontinuous or intermittent coating.

Abstract: A sewing machine for sewing large work pieces such as sails or tarps, has a sewing bed with a large trough, the axis of which is perpendicular to the axis of the sewing head support arm. Fabric is held within the trough, either by being folded, bunched or rolled, with fabric being either fed into the trough as stitching progresses, or is drawn out of the trough during stitching. The fabric may be rolled, bunched or folded within the trough. The trough may be selectively covered with a removable cover plate, to provide a flat sewing bed for sewing of smaller pieces of fabric.

Abstract: A lawn or yard tractor personal enclosure has a frame supported on the tractor, conveniently by attachment to a seat mounting position. The enclosure has a top frame, back supports and support members attaching the supports to the tractor. A flexible enclosure, for example of netting, fits over the frame and is contoured to suit the tractor. L-shaped brackets at the lower ends of the back supports include quick release mounts to releasably attach the enclosure to a tractor.

Abstract: A sewing machine for sewing large work pieces such as sails o tarps, has a sewing bed with a large trough, the axis of which is perpendicular to the axis of the sewing head support arm. Fabric is held within the trough, either by being folded, bunched or rolled, with fabric being either fed into the trough as stitching progresses, or is drawn out of the trough during stitching. The fabric may be rolled, bunched or folded within the trough. The trough may be selectively covered with a removable cover plate, to provide a flat sewing bed for sewing of smaller pieces of fabric.

Abstract: A shelter suitable for use on a snowblower shelter may be easily collapsed for storage and includes a plurality of interconnected frame members and flexible material releasably connected thereto. The shelter may be connected to any suitable device such as a lawn mower, walking aid, or earth tiller. The arrangement has the advantage of protecting a user from precipitation and heat as well as sun rays.

Abstract: A greenhouse is disclosed having a raised central section of transparent or translucent flexible light-stabilized plastic material, and peripheral or vent sections substantially of open-weave scrim material formed from loosely woven thin and narrow strips of transparent or translucent light-stabilized plastic material having a lace-like reinforcement of light-stabilized plastic; with greater than 50% of the surface area of the scrim being deformable to a more open condition thereby permitting increased passage of air and moisture. Preferably, at least the central section is retractable.