Abstract: An apparatus and a method to express liquid from wet fibrous material while minimizing breakage thereof and splashing of the solvent and easying solvent recovery. The method comprises laying said material on a smooth perforated surface, gradually compressing said body of wet fibrous material against said surface to force out liquid, and removing from said surface said body of material in a drier state. A convenient way to compress said body is by exerting on it a gradually increasing compression by means of a second roller having a smooth surface.

Abstract: A kit is provided for the fabrication of a custom fit garment. The outline of the individual patterns for the pieces forming the garment are preprinted in spaced relation on one or more lengths of fabric. In turn the pieces form a finished garment when joined according to the instructions provided. The patterns are sized for nominal dimensions with alterations capable of being made in the length and width of the garment by adding or subtracting as much as two inches at each seam. The alterations are preplanned by comparing actual measurements of the wearer with the known finished dimensions of a nominal size garment and properly adjusting the dimensions accordingly. Surplus material provided allows repair of the finished garment or the addition of accessories. This custom fit alteration method can also be applied to the common paper pattern style of garment making.

Abstract: A method for sterilization of food products which maximizes microbial kill while minimizing residue formation comprising subjecting the food product to a free-flowing system containing a sterilant gas at a concentration and for a period of time effective to obtain desired level of microbial kill while avoiding formation of a substantial level of residues.