Abstract: A method for casting multiple floor beams including the steps of assembling a multiplicity of spaced pan form units where the space between adjacent pan units forms the side of a beam form. A bottom panel is positioned between adjacent pan units to form the bottom of the beam form. The pan units are then locked together on their underneath sides to form an integral pan deck. Reinforcing framework is added into the beam forms and the pan form units are then locked together on their top sides. Concrete is then cast into the beam forms to form beams of a first floor level after which the underneath sides of the pan form units are unlocked and the bottom panel removed. The integral pan unit is then raised by jack means to a second floor level. During the time that the integral pan deck is being raised or after it is raised, the bottom panel is repositioned and the panels are again locked together on their underneath sides. The assembly is then in position in which the steps may be repeated.

Abstract: The treatment of rice polish by drying into a specific moisture content so that the rice polish is stabilized and resists deterioration for long periods of time even when stored without refrigeration. The moisture content ranges from 5.8 to 8.0 grams of moisture/100 grams of fat free solids which corresponds to a single molecular layer of water (a mono layer film) on each rice polish particle. This minimizes both fatty acid development and oxidative rancidity.

Abstract: A process for sterilizing barley malt by subjecting the barley malt to soaking in an aqueous solution of an organic alcohol containing up to three carbon atoms under ambient temperature conditions, followed by removal of the organic alcohol solution and drying of the treated barley malt at low temperatures.

Abstract: A method is disclosed herein where a wet, pre-cooked baby food formulation having a pH below about 4.5, is thickened by including a tapioca starch that has been modified by heating above the gelatinization temperature thereof, but with insufficient moisture to produce gelatinization. Further advantages are obtained by including minor amounts of other grain starches. The formulation exhibits excellent consistency during prolonged storage periods.

Abstract: A process for preparing a nutritious instant infant cereal having a coarse texture, substantially free of other than specific grain cereals and various desirable food supplements. The process is accomplished by subjecting a protein-rich slurry to heating under elevated pressure and temperature.