Abstract: Disclosed is a one-way valve characterized as a new form of check valve wherein an affixed free moving film device, downstream edge control techniques, a channel surface and the motive force of directional pressurized fluid flows cooperatively permit forward fluid flow yet check reverse fluid backflow through the valve assemblage to achieve a unidirectional flow.

Abstract: Disclosed is a one-way valve wherein an affixed flexible film device, a downstream edge control means, a channel surface and the motive force of a controlled directional pressurized fluid flow automatically permit forward fluid flow yet check reverse fluid backflow.

Abstract: Methods, processes, apparatuses and computer programs are described herein whereby the owner of a website has the website hosted by a hoster as host who provides the owner with product bearing the hosted website address. Public distribution of the product per a hoster allocation formula design prompts a product acquired by a recipient to access the hosted website in which products, services and agendas as content are displayed for consideration. Activities including ordering, manufacturing, allocating, accessing and others provide data that is recorded and analyzed by the hoster. Centralizing data collection by the host provides evaluation means and metrics to improve the time, nature and place to allocate product, the initial selection of product type itself, and even improve website content based on such empirical evidence of website success.

Abstract: Disclosed is a one-way valve and sealing assemblage wherein an affixed curved pliant film device, a compressible spring, and a reciprocal curved channel surface automatically work cooperatively to permit forward material flow above a predetermined fluid pressure threshold yet check reverse material backflow at any pressure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a one-way valve and sealing assemblage wherein an affixed curved pliant film device, a compressible spring, and a reciprocal curved channel surface automatically work cooperatively to permit forward material flow above a predetermined fluid pressure threshold yet check reverse material backflow at any pressure.

Abstract: A method for precise registration of inserts in web formed packaging is provided in which insert placement occurs following the start of the package build. Registration is maintained through the build and product deposit steps by external gripping of the insert.

Abstract: A transparent or partially transparent polymer packet is described containing a hand sanitizing fluid in which floats a printed insert. Inclusion of the message-bearing insert promotes the distribution and use of the hand sanitizing fluid for improving hand hygiene.

Abstract: While clean, disinfected hands are widely recognized as a principle means for controlling the spread of infections, disease, and similar health problems to both self and others, the prompt and repeated application of such materials as soap and water or waterless gels is necessary to maintain sanitary hands. So well recognized is this fact that many professional and governmental guidelines backed by regulations have been drawn to enforce compliance. This invention relates to compliance monitoring of hand sanitizing fluids and gels used to reduce the hand-borne transmission of pathogens. Disclosed is a simple, low-cost method of which a key aspect is the employment of a wristband dispenser with plural individual applications of hand sanitizing fluid in a convenient dispensing form. Inclusion of a use activated timing device provides a means of monitoring an individual's elapsed time since last use.

Abstract: This invention relates to devices and a method promoting the convenient use of hand sterilizing fluids and gels applied to reduce the hand-borne transmission of pathogens. While clean, disinfected hands are widely recognized as a principle means for controlling the spread of infections, disease, and similar health problems to both self and others, the prompt and repeated application of such materials as soap and water or waterless alcohol gels is necessary for maintaining a sanitary hand condition. This is particularly true for nurses, health care providers, veterinarians, elementary teachers, food handlers and others where rapid and continuous movement between patients, clients and tasks provides optimum conditions for cross-contamination. This invention of a convenient, wrist-mounted dispenser of hand sterilizing fluids in a blister package format advances the use of such materials to effectively control the spread of hand-borne pathogens.

Abstract: A transparent or partially transparent polymer packet is described containing a hand sanitizing fluid in which floats a printed insert. Inclusion of the message-bearing insert promotes the distribution and use of the hand sanitizing fluid for improving hand hygiene.

Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for promoting and attaining effective hand hygiene based on the employment of a class of packaging which provides timely access to and convenient use of hand sanitizing fluids for hand rubbing. A specific and novel type of package representative of this class found to be particularly useful in facilitating this method is a small, flat, disposable, twin chambered, multi-dose, self-sealing polymer packet designed to be pocket carried by the user. Through simple and direct finger manipulation a measured dose of hand sanitizing fluid is drawn on to the hand in a controlled and wasteless manner from a metering chamber opened for dispersal through a tear in the packet wall. The self-sealing packet reserves and preserves the remaining fluid for future uses and permits the packet to be immediately returned to a pocket without any closure manipulation.

Abstract: While clean, disinfected hands are widely recognized as a principle means for controlling the spread of infections, disease, and similar health problems to both self and others, the prompt and repeated application of such materials as soap and water or waterless gels is necessary to maintain sanitary hands. So well recognized is this fact that many professional and governmental guidelines backed by regulations have been drawn to enforce compliance. This invention relates to compliance monitoring of hand sanitizing fluids and gels used to reduce the hand-borne transmission of pathogens. Disclosed is a simple, low-cost method of which a key aspect is the employment of a wristband dispenser with plural individual applications of hand sanitizing fluid in a convenient dispensing form. Inclusion of a use activated timing device provides a means of monitoring an individual's elapsed time since last use.

Abstract: This invention relates to devices and a method promoting the convenient use of hand sterilizing fluids and gels applied to reduce the hand-borne transmission of pathogens. While clean, disinfected hands are widely recognized as a principle means for controlling the spread of infections, disease, and similar health problems to both self and others, the prompt and repeated application of such materials as soap and water or waterless alcohol gels is necessary for maintaining a sanitary hand condition. This is particularly true for nurses, health care providers, veterinarians, elementary teachers, food handlers and others where rapid and continuous movement between patients, clients and tasks provides optimum conditions for cross-contamination. This invention of a convenient, wrist-mounted dispenser of hand sterilizing fluids in a blister package format advances the use of such materials to effectively control the spread of hand-borne pathogens.

Abstract: A utilization of solar energy to heat a domestic hot water supply wherein an apparatus employs fluid pressure generated by solar radiation as both the motive force of pumping and controlling agent for maximizing heat gain and timing of required transfers of the heat absorbing medium within the system. As the temperature of a simple solar collector rises when exposed to solar radiation, pressure is developed at a predetermined temperature by the vaporization of a fluid whereby a positive fluid pressure directly transfers a heat absorbing medium such as water into a second flat plate collector to absorb available solar generated heat developed by the collector. Upon removal of the solar radiation and concomitant collapse of the energy emission/absorption equilibrium in both collectors, the fluid pressure becomes negative with the condensation of the vapor and transports the water and its absorbed heat energy from the solar collector.