Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method and apparatus for applying adhesive to packaging in a variety of configurations. The adhesive may be applied by a nozzle in a first direction, a second direction and a stationary spot, wherein the first direction and the second direction are transverse to each other.

Abstract: A lockable box (2) for a DVD or other disc has at least two releasably interengageable locking members (10,20) (110,120) which, when interengaged, prevent the box from being opened. The locking members are entirely contained within the box when the box is closed, and they can be disengaged only with the use of a special tool.

Abstract: A lockable box (2) for a DVD or other disc has at least two releasably interengageable locking members (10,20) (110,120) which, when interengaged, prevent the box from being opened. The locking members are entirely contained within the box when the box is closed, and they can be disengaged only with the use of a special tool.

Abstract: Disclosed is a paper CD case. The paper CD case comprises a sleeve jacket made of paper and opened at one end thereof; a holder plate made of paper and slidably inserted into the sleeve jacket; and stopper means for limiting a moving distance of the holder plate such that the holder plate is not completely separated from the sleeve jacket. The holder plate has an upper CD holding part on which a CD is rested, a lower support part, and a protective part covering and protecting the CD. First and second projecting beads are formed on the CD holding part to support non-data-written portions of the CD. The stopper means comprises a first hook portion and a second hook portion. The second hook portion is engaged with the first hook portion when the holder plate is pulled out of the sleeve jacket and restrains the holder plate from being completely separated from the sleeve jacket.

Abstract: A disc case comprises a pair of opposite latches in a container member each having a latched piece coupled to an upward free end of the latch being extended outwardly and a flexible bridge interconnected the free ends of the latches for forming an integral member. In loading/unloading a disc simply press latches down to cause free ends of latches to draw toward each other uniformly with bridge bent downwardly. This eliminates conventional problems of different inward moving distance of latches, latched pieces squeezed by disc, and disc scrape or even damage when a base of either latch is broken.

Abstract: A software storage case for storing optically readable information or software storage media such as CD-ROMs having an enclosure for receiving literature related to the software and a brace disposed over the enclosure to hinder the movement of the literature so received. The storage case also includes a retainer for retaining optically readable information or software storage media and a biasing element to assist in securing the recording media retained by the retainer.

Abstract: A keyboard lock box for securing a computer keyboard from unauthorized access and use is provided. The lock box includes a box-shaped apparatus in which a keyboard may be stored and secured from unauthorized access and use. The keyboard lock box includes a base in which the keyboard may be placed. A lid is provided for closing the keyboard lock box, and a lock and latch combination is integrated with the lid and base for locking the lid to the base. An alternate embodiment of the lock box includes a removable lid that may be removed leaving the keyboard at rest on a keyboard tray. The lock box may be implemented for storage only, or it may be implemented as a storage apparatus and holding apparatus during use of the computer keyboard.

Abstract: A device for carrying an article of toy furniture includes a base portion and a sling portion that is selectively and releasably interconnectable with the base portion. The base portion and the sling portion, when interconnnected, provide a simple and convenient carrier for an article of toy furniture resting on the base portion.

Abstract: An improved tool container a corner-less exterior adjacent a craftsman to minimize trauma when carried and to provide better access to objects therein than convention designs. In the preferred embodiment, the tool container comprises a substantially cylindrical body having an axial length, opposing first and second ends, and an interior region for tools, couplings, and assorted workpieces. The body includes at least one divider disposed between the first and second ends. Accesses are disposed along the cylindrical body on either side of the divider(s) and provide access to divided portions of the interior region of the tool container. End caps are disposed proximate to the first and second ends of the cylindrical body. A flattened portion can be provided in the cylindrical body to prevent rolling when placed on the ground or other rest surface.

Abstract: A lockable media storage box and lock and key combination includes a box having a base and a lid hingedly connected to the base and movable between opened and closed positions. A lock is attached to the box that prevents the box from being opened until the lock is removed with a key or until the lock is destroyed.

Abstract: A corner element for an x-ray cassette for providing increased durability and light integrity. The x-ray cassette includes an upper and lower panel, a first member joining the upper and lower panels to define a cavity therebetween, and a storage phosphor assembly adapted to be removably contained within the cavity. The corner element comprises an upper and lower corner channel for receiving, respectively, the upper and lower panels; and a first leg adapted to mate with the first member and having an inclined element integrally formed therewith, the storage phosphor assembly being disposed adjacent to the inclined element when contained within the cavity.

Abstract: A container label defining one or more windows to be associated with one or more windows of a container on which the label is intended to be affixed. The one or more label windows provide a prospective customer with greater visibility of the product within the container and eliminate the possibility of damage to the label portion that would otherwise cover the container windows.

Abstract: A box includes a first part and a second part which is pivotally connected to the first part. A plurality of apertures are defined through the second part and a decoration plate is engaged with an inside of the second part. The decoration plate has a plurality of protrusions extending from the decoration plate and the protrusions are engaged with the apertures.

Abstract: A portable safety kit including a plurality of compartments for accommodating first-aid means, and comprising means for fastening the kit to a vehicle or similar.

Abstract: A cosmetic carrier attachment for an electronic communications device includes a housing for retaining cosmetics and various configurations and elements for removably attaching the housing to the electronic communications device. One configuration includes a lip member attached to the back of the communications device and a channel contained within the back of the housing for engaging the lip member.

Abstract: This invention relates to mineral oil based gear oils and transmission fluids which comprise a major amount of a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and where at least 55% of the saturates are aliphatic, and gear oil or transmission fluid additives. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a gear oil or transmission fluid composition comprising a major amount of lubricant basestock and at least one functional additive wherein a major amount of the lubricant basestock comprises a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and comprising at least 45% by weight of aliphatic saturates. These gear oils and transmission fluids have good viscosity and oxidation properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to a crude oil desulfurization process which comprises hydrodesulfurizing a crude oil feed in a crude desulfurization unit. The desulfurized crude oil is then separated into a light gas oil fraction, a vacuum gas oil fraction and a vacuum residuum fraction. The vacuum gas oil is hydrocracked to form at least one low sulfur fuel product. The light gas oil fraction is hydrotreated. The vacuum gas oil may be hydrocracked in one or more stages. Hydrocracking in the second stage, if present, will convert of at least 20% of the first zone effluent, to create a low sulfur light gas oil fraction. The light gas oil fraction may then be hydrotreated.

Abstract: The process has to do with a circuit involving a fluidized bed coker reactor working in tandem with a fluidized bed coke burner. The burner is operated at a reduced temperature in the range 550° C.-630° C. Simultaneously, the coke circulation rate is increased to ensure the heat requirement of the reactor is met. It is found that sulphur emissions from the burner are significantly reduced.

Abstract: An article including: a disk or vortex ring with a circular opening in the center of the disk; and a fastener adapted to concentrically attach the disk to the particle outlet opening of a classifier wheel.

Abstract: Apparatus for the screening of fiber suspensions is disclosed including a housing, a reject outlet and an accept outlet, a screen located within the housing, a rotor including pulsation wings mounted therein, a reject chamber in the housing for collecting a reject portion of the fiber suspension, and an accept chamber for collecting the accept portion of the fiber suspension passing through the screen and supplying it to the accept outlet, each of the pulsation wings including an outside face and an inside face, a leading edge, a trailing edge, and upper and lower ends so that a predetermined pressure difference is created between the outside and inside faces of the pulsation wings in the direction of the lower edge thereof.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for sorting a plurality of items into a predetermined sorted sequence. Items are initially located on initial sorting regions of a sorting apparatus. The items are then sorted into at least one intermediary sorted set and then sorted, from the intermediary sorted sets, into the final sorted sequence. A computer may be used to track the position of the items on the sorting apparatus and to control the movement of the items into the sorted sequence.

Abstract: A method for checking products with labels, wherein:

Abstract: A dialyzing apparatus including a dialyzer which removes water from blood of a patient at a pre-set water-remove rate, an autonomic-nerve-activity-related-information obtaining device which obtains autonomic-nerve-activity-related information that is related to an activity of an autonomic nerve of the patient, and a water-remove-rate display device which displays a target water-remove rate based on the autonomic-nerve-activity-related information obtained by the autonomic-nerve-activity related-information obtaining device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filter element having a non-porous extrusion laminated strip formed on at least one edge and at least one side of a membrane. The strip is used to provide a means for ensuring a good bond between the filter element and the material into which it is potted. The strip is formed by the use of one or more extrusion heads that apply molten or softened polymer to one or both of the surfaces of the filter in a width and height desired. The strip is then subjected to pressure such as through a nip to at least partially embed the polymer strip into the filter pores so as to create a strong mechanical bond between the strip and the filter element. Additionally, it allows for the simultaneous formation of more than one membrane with the edge lamination at the same time.

Abstract: A well screen is provided which includes a line extending therethrough. In a described embodiment, the line may be a hydraulic line, an electric line, a fiber optic line, or another type of line, and the line may be embedded in a sidewall material of the well screen. The well screen may be wrapped about a reel as a part of a coiled tubing string, and the well screen may be expandable when deployed in a wellbore. In another embodiment, the line may be positioned between a filter media and an outer shroud of the well screen.

Abstract: A dialyzing apparatus including a dialyzer which removes water from blood of a patient at a water-remove rate, an arteriosclerosis-related-information obtaining device which obtains arteriosclerosis-related information that is related to a degree of arteriosclerosis of the patient, and a water-remove-rate display device which displays a target value of the water-remove rate based on the arteriosclerosis-related information obtained by the arteriosclerosis-related-information obtaining device.

Abstract: A fluid contaminant collection system is provided where a filter passively interacts with the fluid to remove contaminants from the fluid. The system includes a wall defining at least a portion of a chamber or passageway. Located within the chamber or passageway is the filter. The filter includes a contaminant removal portion and is located within the chamber or housing to interact with the fluid. During interaction between the fluid and the filter, the fluid passes or washes over the filter and contaminants are removed by the contaminant removal portion from the fluid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a point-of-use water treatment system unit. The unit includes a filter housing assembly having a filter tank assembly and a closure which utilizes a handle and cammed reciprocating lock blades to secure the closure to the filter tank assembly. A UV tank assembly includes a planar baffle plate and a vaned baffle plate to induce plug flow about a UV lamp assembly. A UV lamp assembly is used which simultaneously electrically and sealingly mounts to a UV tank assembly and electrical cap assembly using a bayonet mount. A bi-planar manifold assembly is used to interconnect components of the WTS unit and to provide an envelope for accommodating a water pipe assembly. The bi-planar manifold assembly enhances the compactness of the design of the WTS unit. Also, a support plate is disclosed which provides support to subcomponents of the WTS unit while also dissipating heat from a UV tank assembly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a point-of-use water treatment system unit. The unit includes a filter housing assembly having a filter tank assembly and a closure which utilizes a handle and cammed reciprocating lock blades to secure the closure to the filter tank assembly. A UV tank assembly includes a planar baffle plate and a vaned baffle plate to induce plug flow about a UV lamp assembly. A UV lamp assembly is used which simultaneously electrically and sealingly mounts to a UV tank assembly and electrical cap assembly using a bayonet mount. A bi-planar manifold assembly is used to interconnect components of the WTS unit and to provide an envelope for accommodating a water pipe assembly. The bi-planar manifold assembly enhances the compactness of the design of the WTS unit. Also, a support plate is disclosed which provides support to subcomponents of the WTS unit while also dissipating heat from a UV tank assembly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a point-of-use water treatment system unit. The unit includes a filter housing assembly having a filter tank assembly and a closure which utilizes a handle and cammed reciprocating lock blades to secure the closure to the filter tank assembly. A UV tank assembly includes a planar baffle plate and a vaned baffle plate to induce plug flow about a UV lamp assembly. A UV lamp assembly is used which simultaneously electrically and sealingly mounts to a UV tank assembly and electrical cap assembly using a bayonet mount. A bi-planar manifold assembly is used to interconnect components of the WTS unit and to provide an envelope for accommodating a water pipe assembly. The bi-planar manifold assembly enhances the compactness of the design of the WTS unit. Also, a support plate is disclosed which provides support to subcomponents of the WTS unit while also dissipating heat from a UV tank assembly.

Abstract: A water filter includes a casing in which active carbon, foam material or ceramic is received. An end cap is connected to the casing and an outlet is defined through the end cap. A removable member is connected to the end cap by a plurality of connection plates. The removable member has to be removed before the filter is installed and the connection plates are broken during removing the removable member.

Abstract: A fuel filtering system having a valve which prevents the flow of fuel in the absence of a fuel filter. The filtering system includes a housing in which a fuel pump is at least partially disposed. A valve mechanism is located on the discharge side of the fuel pump and includes a valve member which is movable between open and closed positions which, respectively, allow and prevent fluid flow through the fuel line. A biasing member is provided for biasing the valve member into the closed position. The valve member is engaged by the mounting of the fuel filter to thereby open the valve mechanism. In the absence of an installed fuel filter, the valve member remains in the closed position to prevent the flow of unfiltered fuel to the engine.

Abstract: A modular filter system having a mechanism for performing a filter to waste step on the last cell of a multi-cell system following backwashing. A method of operating a modular filter system in which a filter to waste step is performed on the last cell of a multi-cell system after backwashing.

Abstract: A combination filter element comprising a bundle of hollow microporous fibers housed within an extruded carbon block, wherein the carbon block is fabricated to balance particle retention capacity against absorption capacity to provide a composite filter with desirable pressure drop, filter life, and particulate and chemical contamination reduction, and a filtration device, in which combination filter element may be employed, having a base portion including a sump which has an inlet and an outlet and a base which has a reception port for receiving the filter element.

Abstract: An agitator assembly for use within a sieve during automotive painting and cleaning operations has flutes consisting of circular conical discs aligned within the sieve by means of a magnetized cylinder extending through the flute or by means of a collar attached to said flute.

Abstract: A fluid filter assembly for filtering fluids such as blood. The assembly includes first and second filter housing elements formed by an injection molding process. Each element is flexible and includes a peripheral flange formed thereabout and a fluid communicating port formed therein. Filter media, such as a filter membrane, is sealed between the mating flanges of two elements. The fluid filter assembly is capable of collapsing and expanding during the filtration process depending upon the composition of the fluid passed there through. A method for making the filter assembly and systems for using the filter assembly are also disclosed.

Abstract: A new Invention, Filter Rite, would provide an innovative alternative to conventional coffee filters in the form of a reusable coffee filter designed for use in a percolator coffee pot. It would be ideal for owners of percolator coffee pots and would allow coffee drinks to save time, money and effort. In addition Filter Rite would be produced from high-quality, durable materials and could be easily stored when not in use. Filter Rite would be marketed to virtually all households. Possible secondary markets would be hotels, motels and restaurants.

Abstract: The Strainer Drainer/Colander Caddy is a means of elevating strainers/colanders (either in the form of removable/detachable/foldable/collapsible legs or base or as a separate universal fitting device) in a stable fashion, built using either food grade or non-food grade materials, while providing drainage for strainers/colanders in order to minimize the risk of food stuffs becoming contaminated by the backup of waters in a sink/basin.

Abstract: A support-equipped extraction bag which comprises a bag main body containing or capable of containing an extraction-subject material and produced by using a sheet complex having a support disposed along the centerline of a water-permeable filtering sheet member and bonded thereto, and using a bag making machine (and a filling machine, if necessary) while folding it in two, and a support member, wherein extraction can be safely effected by tearing the head of the support-equipped extraction bag, bending the right and left ends inwardly downward or upward so as to spread the head, simultaneously downwardly bending the leg continuous with the head to place it on an extraction vessel, and pouring an extraction liquid (boiling water) over an extraction-subject material which is filled through the tear in the head or which has been filled in advance.

Abstract: An improved tubular membrane and process of making is disclosed comprising the deposition of fine metallic fibers onto a substrate. The deposited fine metallic fibers are heated to form a flexible membrane. Catalytically active particles can be dispersed with the fine metallic fibers. The flexible membrane is wound to form a membrane winding. The membrane winding is sintered for forming a substantially rigid tubular membrane.

Abstract: Powdered nickel-based alloys having substantial amounts of chromium and molybdenum are molded and sintered to form tubular filter supports. Metal oxide particulates, preferably titanium oxide, are impregnated into the interior surfaces of the tubular elements and sintered to create 0.1 micron filter membranes. Hastelloy C-22 is a preferred nickel-based alloy for forming the porous metal support, while rutile is preferred as a starting material for forming the filter membrane. The resultant porous metal/metal oxide filter elements have superior resistance to chemical attack in high chloride, low pH environments.

Abstract: An apparatus for separating floating and non-floating particulates from drain water wherein said apparatus includes a first chamber for collecting non-floating particulates, a second chamber for collecting floating particulates, and a third chamber through which treated drain water can be discharged from the apparatus. An inlet pipe for introducing drain water into the first chamber is provided tangential to the first chamber to provide a vortex flow of drain water into said first chamber. An outlet pipe providing flow of drain water from the first chamber to the second chamber has an inlet at the vortex of drain water flow in the first chamber and an outlet that is spaced a predetermined distance from the floor of the chamber.

Abstract: A plating system comprises: a plating unit which plates a water; a plating solution storage tank which stores a plating solution; and a plating solution supply system which supplies the plating solution in the plating solution storage tank to the plating unit. A dissolved oxygen removing unit which removes dissolved oxygen from the plating solution flowing in the plating solution supply system is provided in the middle of the plating solution supply system.

Abstract: A process for treating a liquid comprising subjecting a liquid containing, in solution, citric acid as well as a less desirable component having a similar molecular weight to citric acid, to nanofiltration in a filtration step. From the filtration step, a permeate in which the ratio of the concentration of the citric acid to that of the less desirable component is greater than the ratio of the concentration of the citric acid to that of the less desirable component in the solution, is obtained.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing contaminants from contaminated water. One embodiment of the apparatus comprises a separation tank in which a first portion of the contaminants float to the top of the water, the tank including a water inlet and a water outlet, a coalescing device, an air injection system in which water from the tank is pressurized, passed through an air eductor so as to receive air bubbles, and returned to the tank as a gas-containing stream, a circulating mop that contacts the floating contaminants and removes them from the water, the circulating mop comprising a continuous loop of contaminant-absorbing material, a mop-cleaning member that removes contaminants from the circulating mop, and a filter system through which water leaving the separation tank via the water outlet is passed.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for purifying a flow of water, by eliminating any Legionella bacteria present therein which comprises (a) means for providing ozone; (b) means for injecting the ozone into the flow of water, (c) a mixing chamber for mixing the ozone with the flow of water; (d) an outlet for the flow of water, and (e) electronic control means for the operation thereof: wherein the mixing chamber is of an inner geometry such as to create turbulence in the flow of water therein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process to produce brine of improved purity by dissolving salt that is contaminated with a calcium sulfate source in the presence of a mixture of at least one low and at least one high molecular weight retarding agent.

Abstract: In a first aspect, a shelf module is provided that is adapted to store a plurality of substrate carriers. The shelf module includes (1) a plate; and (2) a plurality of shelves attached to the plate at respective elevations, each of the shelves being adapted to store a respective substrate carrier. Also provided are (1) an upper attachment mechanism adapted to attach an upper portion of the plate to a frame of a storage location; and (2) a lower attachment mechanism adapted to attach a lower portion of the plate to the frame of the storage location. At least one of the upper attachment mechanism and the lower attachment mechanism is adjustable so as to allow the plurality of shelves attached to the plate to be aligned to a reference as a unit. Other aspects are provided, as are systems and methods.

Abstract: A modular system is provided for mounting a gravity feed dispenser that allows one or more fixtures to be mounted in front of, and in working relationship with, the dispenser. The gravity feed dispenser is mounted on a support structure in such a way that other fixtures such shelving, hangers, rods, or other storage and display fixtures can be mounted in front of the dispenser in a number of different configurations. A workstation featuring one or more gravity feed dispensers is provided by mounting a work area and shelves in front of and in working relationship with the dispensers.

Abstract: A brush storage and retrieval apparatus that includes one or more hairbrushes of novel construction, each of which comprises a magnet disposed in the handle portion thereof so that the hairbrush can be releasably secured to the ferrous metal surface of the storage base of the apparatus. Each of the hairbrushes includes a body portion having a plurality of bristles extending outwardly therefrom and a handle portion within which the magnet is mounted in a manner to permit the hairbrush to be positioned on the ferrous metal surface and releasably secured in position thereon until removal by the user of the brush.