Abstract: Multiple containers (e.g. cups 10/20/30/40) for liquid or solid materials each having along it top, peripheral edge (17/27/37) at least one series of peripherally extended, spaced, intelligent indica (13/23/33), four embodiments being illustrated (FIGS. 1-4). The indicia can be a series of letters (e.g., the alphabet “A-Z” 11/12/31), or numeric sequence (21/22/32, “0-9”) with special value indicia (e.g., “100,” “200”). The user selects desired ones of the indicia for identification purposes from the one or more series and high-lights the selected ones by, for example, crushing a plastic bubble, pulling a tab, scratching of a covering or physically marking them with a writing instrument, etc. For example, using two alphabetic series of indicia, a user can mark his/her cup with his/her basic initials (FIG. 1) or, for further example, using two numeric series of indicia and special quantum indicia a number between 0-299 could be used to identify the container (FIG.

Abstract: Disclosed are a booklet blister package and its manufacturing method, in which a description is seal-attached to the blister package on a side of the lid foil. By the package and method, a user can safely use contents in the package, and the manufacturing cost of the package can be reduced. The method comprises the steps of: putting contents in the blister cavity formed on the base film; sealing a lid foil to the base film in such a manner as that the contents are filled between the base film and the lid foil; supplying a description from a description feeding roll and locating the description on the lid foil; selectively seal-attaching the description onto one edge of blister package on a side of the lid foil; and punching predetermined portions of the blister package sealed description, so as to produce a booklet blister package.

Abstract: A portable strap carrier and method for managing a conventional tie down, such as a strap or belt, between uses. The carrier includes an elongated frame which defines two spaced apart slits for holding in place a short section of the tie down. Alternately, the short section is held in position by a pair of clips attached to the frame. In use, the short section is first secured to the frame; and then the remainder of the tie down is wrapped lengthwise about the frame. Two slots, disposed at opposing ends of the frame, guide placement of contiguous layers of the tie down as it is being wrapped. Once wrapped, the tie down can be bundled securely with the use of a tying strip attached to the frame.

Abstract: A protective transportation tray, and method of manufacture thereof, having a top foam layer, the top layer having a top and a bottom, wherein the top layer has walls that traverse substantially from the top to the bottom of the top layer and circumnavigating a plurality of tear outs. The top layer is a foam that preferably has a density greater than 1.7 lbs/ft3 and is affixed to a bottom plate, preferably substantially beneath the side wall of the top layer.

Abstract: A novel container (20) for transport or storage of products such as bread, buns, or other goods. In one embodiment, there is provided a nestable container with a base (24) and sidewalls (28, 32) that can be stacked in two positions for different products and can be nested when empty for compact storage. The container has levered positions for lifting out of each stacking position and into a corresponding sliding position. The sliding positions can be used to offset the container or containers from the stack and reduce the strain on the operator when lifting for destacking. Alternatively, the container can slide in the opposite direction for stacking in either position. Thus the operator can set the container clown, offset from the stack, in the sliding position and slide into stacking position. Back strain can be reduced during stacking and destacking as the operator does not have to extend or lean over the stack to pick up or set down the containers.

Abstract: A press-through pack and a sealing sheet for use in the same capable of easily taking out solid material such as tablet or the like contained storage recesses by only pushing action of fingers. The pack comprises an accommodation body (2) with plural storage recesses (2a) defined by sheet like portions (2b) for a containing solid material therein and sealing sheet (5). The sealing sheet (5) is made of such material that a recess (2a) in which solid material (T) contained, is partly ruptured without causing floating and peeling at the adhesion portion of the adhesive layer (4) and the sheet like portions (2b) when pushing the projecting portion (2c) of the outer side of the recess (2a) with fingers, whereby the solid material (T) contained in the recess (2a) is easily taken out and the sealing sheet is partially bonded to the accommodation body at sheet like portions (2b) in a manner that the whole parts of sealing sheet (5) is easily peeled off from the accommodation body.

Abstract: The present invention provides a catalytic cracking reactor system and process in which a riser reactor is configured to have two sections of different radii in order to produced improved selectivity to propene and butenes as products.

Abstract: A separator is disclosed for mechanically separating objects having one size dimension less that a predetermined threshold size. The present separator comprises a cylindrically- or barrel-shaped device having one or more louvers. The barrel is oriented at a preset angle and rotated about its longitudinal axis (along its circumference) and powered by a motorized drive. A collection of objects (processed materials or heavy metal particles from shredder operation) are introduced into the higher opening in the barrel. As the collection of objects progresses downward through the barrel, a plurality of machined slots or louvers separates the larger objects from the smaller.

Abstract: A gate assembly for diverting substantially flat articles is provided. The gate assembly comprises a mounting bracket having an upright support member and a mounting member secured to the upright support member and a diverter vane having a slot for slidably receiving at least a portion of the upright support member of the mounting bracket. A motion mechanism secured to the mounting bracket for selectively moving the combined mounting bracket and diverter vane thereby diverting the articles to a predetermined desired location.

Abstract: The apparatuses for improving the permeability of a fluid containment basin having a plurality of ridges and furrows in the bottom of the basin are configured to disturb sediment that has settled on the ridges so as to place the sediment back into suspension. In one configuration, the apparatus comprises a tool support frame adapted to support one or more ridge cleaning tools on top of the ridges. The tools include dragging, discing and grinding tools. The discing tool is configured with a flexible axle to allow the tool to move in response to changes in the contour of the ridge. In another configuration, a boat or other device is moved across the basin above the ridges to cause wave energy from the boat's propellor to disturb the sediment on the ridges. The tool support frame with one or more ridge cleaning tools can be pulled behind the boat.

Abstract: A water purifier includes a first reservoir, a second reservoir having an outlet through which filtered water can be dispensed, and a pump for pumping water from the first reservoir to the second reservoir. Water passes through a filter from the first reservoir en route to the second reservoir upon activation of the pump. There is a first water level detector in the first reservoir and a second water level detector in the second reservoir. A switch co-operates with the second water level detector to activate the pump when a reduced water level is detected in the second reservoir by the second water level detector. The switch also co-operates with the first water level detector to deactivate the pump, should the first water level detector detect a low water level in the first reservoir. A single switch performs both tasks.

Abstract: This water saving gravity filter/storage tank has three functions:

Abstract: A pump and filtration system for a pond or pool. The filtration mechanism has a filter member in which water with suspended solids in it is forced through the filter member to clean the water. The filter member is positioned in a housing and separated from the walls of the housing by a screen-type separation member. A water jet member increases the flow of the water entering the housing. The filter member is cleaned and solids are flushed from the housing in a backflush procedure.

Abstract: A filter device and a filtration system for a pond, pool or the like. A pumping device directs water to the filter device which has an inlet check valve, retainer and filter. The filter device filters out solids from the water. Preferably, the pump does not have a pre-filler and the filter device is connected to a fountain or the like. Also, in a preferred embodiment the retainer device has a plurality of slotted openings, the filter is a foam filter and the check valve is a ball member.

Abstract: A pump and filtration system for a pond or pool. The filtration mechanism has a collapsible bag in which dirty water is forced through it from one direction in order to clean the water while cleaning water is forced through the bag in the opposite direction in order to clean the filter bag. The filter bag is positioned in a housing and separated from the walls of the housing by a mesh or screen-type member. A tapered nozzle (water jet member) is used to increase the flow of the water entering the flotation unit. A tubular member is lowered through the housing in order to clean contaminants from the collapsible filter bag. The dirty water is directed to a flower bed or the like.

Abstract: A web contactor for the purposes of continuous separation of specific proteins from a mixture of proteins comprises an endless, inert, non-porous, flexible web is coated with an activated matrix material which is, in turn, bound to a plurality of ligand molecules. The ligand molecules are chosen to correspond to a desired biological molecule or class of molecules, typically a desired protein. The web is translated over a series of rolls such that it contacts a feed solution of a mixture of biological molecules in a countercurrent manner. During contact of the web and solution, the ligand molecules which are attached to the web matrix, selectively bind to the protein or other biological molecule which are to be separated from the feed solution mixture.

Abstract: A strainer basket is used in conduits or fluid systems and includes a non-metallic strainer basket in which a bio-cide is disposed to combat algae and fungal buildup along the surface of the basket and/or in the openings of the basket.

Abstract: The septic tank of the subject invention can be provided in kit form, and preferably comprises a tank lid, a tank bottom, a pair of opposing side walls, and a pair of opposing end walls having a tank flow outlet and a tank flow inlet, where a flange is affixed within the tank flow outlet and the tank flow inlet. The tank lid comprises a pair of lid openings, which are covered by hatch covers. The hatch covers comprise a hatch handle for ease of removal and are removable affixed to the tank lid with angle connection brackets. The septic tank is assembled using angle connection brackets, where the brackets are affixed to the tank lid, tank bottom, side walls, and end walls using, for example, stainless steel cap screws. A silicone sealant is interposed between the tank lid, tank bottom, side walls, end walls and the connection brackets, forming a substantially leak proof seal.

Abstract: A filter element is disclosed that includes a filtration media, an upstream pleat support and a multi-layer downstream pleat support. The multi-layer downstream support includes a first downstream support layer and a second downstream support layer. The first downstream support layer is in contact with the filtration media and is interposed between the filtration media and the second downstream layer. The first downstream support layer is fabricated so as to minimize points of surface contact with the filtration media, thereby enhancing fluid flow away from the filtration media. The second downstream support layer is in contact with the first downstream support layer and is fabricated so as to facilitate lateral fluid flow relative to the multi-layer downstream pleat support. The disclosed filter element may be utilized in filter cartridges of various designs to provide enhanced filtration performance, e.g., by way of increased media area and improved flow/throughput.

Abstract: This invention provides a continuous blood filtration apparatus capable of filtering a plurality of blood samples continuous by using blood filter units to prepare plasma or serum samples in a short period, which comprises, a conveyor conveying a plurality of blood reservoirs each of which contains a blood sample and in which a suction nozzle of a blood filter unit has been put, a manifold connected to a suction line, couples of a valve and a connector for connecting the manifold to the blood filter unit provided on the end of each branch of the manifold, and a mechanism of moving the blood reservoirs in vertical direction.

Abstract: A method for providing a water treatment system for a dialysis clinic includes fabricating a portable water treatment system at a first location away from the dialysis clinic, moving the portable water treatment system from the first location to the dialysis clinic, connecting the portable water treatment system to a source of water, and connecting the portable water treatment system to loop piping for circulating treated water to a plurality of dialysis machines of the clinic.

Abstract: A filter element for end face inlet formed of triangular channels which are alternately closed such that the fluid to be filtered must pass through the filter material in order to flow from the inlet side (22) to the discharge side (23). The channels are formed by alternating flat layers (17) and folded layers (18), whereby all sides of the inlet channels face a discharge channel. A particularly high filter efficiency is thereby achieved such that a large filter surface area and a high filter capacity are attained with a relatively small structural volume. The filter can be used, for example, as an air filter for various air filtration applications.

Abstract: A process for removing BOD and suspended solids from wastewater without passing through a primary clarifier or secondary aeration tank, the process. During the process, raw sewage wastewater, comprising soluble BOD, insoluble BOD and suspended solids, is piped directly to a deep bed granular filter. The bed depths of deep bed filter are within a range of approximately 2.0 ft to approximately 10.0 ft. The raw sewage wastewater is filtered by filtration through the deep bed filter in which the filter media is a granular media with a size range between approximately 2.0 mm to 10.0 mm. Backwashing the deep bed filter occurs at least once every 48 hours.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the thermal hydrolysis of sludge characterized in that it is carried out in at least two reactors operating in parallel, in each of which the sludge undergoes a complete thermal hydrolysis cycle. Said cycle comprises different stages consisting in supplying the reactor with the sludge, injecting live stream in order to bring said sludge to a pressure P and a temperature T at which hydrolysis can occur, maintaining the sludge at said pressure P and said temperature T for a certain amount of time, suddenly bringing said sludge to the atmospheric pressure by releasing the flash steam and emptying said reactor of the hydrolysed sludge. Furthermore, the inventive method consists in time shifting the cycle of one reactor to the other in order to use the flash steam produced from one reactor to inject it into the other reactor.

Abstract: A three-dimensional microporous polymer network material, or monolith, cast-to-shape in a microchannel. The polymer monolith, produced by a phase separation process, is capable of trapping and retaining charged protein species from a mixture of charged and uncharged species under the influence of an applied electric field. The retained charged protein species are released from the porous polymer monolith by a pressure driven flow in the substantial absence of the electric field. The pressure driven flow is independent of direction and thus neither means to reverse fluid flow nor a multi-directional flow field is required, a single flow through the porous polymer monolith can be employed, in contrast to prior art systems. The monolithic polymer material produced by the invention can function as a chromatographic medium.

Abstract: Acid concentrates, and dialysate compositions prepared therefrom, contain citric acid and an effective amount of a buffering agent selected from acetate and/or lactate. The buffering agent allows a physiologically acceptable amount of citrate to maintain the desired pH of the dialysate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and system for using a hemofilter to treat IMRD, hepatic failure, exogenous intoxication and other conditions associated with toxins in a patient's blood. One treatment includes the use of a very large pore hemofilter to remove target complex molecules and/or target molecules from a patient's blood and to infuse a replacement fluid into the patient's blood to maintain a prescribed albumin concentration in the patient's blood.

Abstract: Structural supports for elements, particularly supports for filtration materials and membranes, and methods of manufacturing such supports are disclosed. The membrane support structure includes one or more tapered through-holes that enable a much larger area of the membrane to be exposed to fluid flow, thereby enhancing separation processes and membrane efficiency. In addition, through-holes having smaller openings on one side of the structure produce improved support and mechanical stability/rigidity. Thus, the structural support increases the surface area of the membrane through which filtration may take place, yet preserves the mechanical strength and stability of the support structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process of separating compounds with a small molar mass from compounds having a molar mass less than 1.9 times that of the compounds with a small molar mass using nanofiltration. The compounds with a small molar mass have a typical molar mass less than 250 g/mol. In one embodiment of the invention, pentose sugars are separated from hexose sugars. The invention can be applied to the recovery of xylose from spent liquors and to the recovery of betaine from sugar beet pulp extracts, for example.

Abstract: Wastewater, particularly black water and/or gray water, is used, for example in an aircraft, for processing fuels used in a high temperature fuel cell. For this purpose a liquid hydrocarbon fuel is used for producing an emulsion for use as fuel in the high temperature fuel cell. The liquid hydrocarbon fuel is preferably kerosene. The liquid hydrocarbon fuel is first emulsified with the wastewater which is first passed through a treatment such as filtering, reverse osmosis, or any other cleaning treatment that makes the wastewater suitable for the emulsifying the liquid hydrocarbon fuel. The emulsion is then supplied as fuel to the high temperature fuel cell. Thus, smaller and hence lighter storage facilities for the wastewater can be used.

Abstract: A multi-stage apparatus and a process for recycling used engine coolant employs a combination of filtration, dissolved air floatation, centrifugation (hydrocyclone separation), semi-permeable nano filtration, reverse osmosis, and continuous deionization for separating ethylene glycol, with or without propylene glycol, and water from used engine coolant. The engine coolant is pre-filtered through a series of filters. The filters remove particulate contaninates. This filtered fluid is then subjected to dissolved air floatation and/or centrifugation to remove organic petroleum contaminants. Then, it is pressurized prior to being passed through semi-permeable nano filtration. The nano filtration separates the feed stream into a ultra filtration solution and a concentrated waste solution. The concentrate solution is returned to a centrifuged coolant tank for continuous circulation through the nano filtration device.

Abstract: The objectives of this invention are to provide a filler for separating optical isomers, capable of efficiently carrying out optical resolution of optical isomer mixtures, and to provide a process for separating optical isomers by a simulated moving bed chromatography utilizing the filler. This invention provides a filler made of a carrier supporting a specific amount of an optically active high molecular weight compound. Separation by the simulated moving bed chromatography using the filler is carried out under the condition that the capacity factors have specific values.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method of analyzing one or more molecular components in a mixture of components. In the method, a mixture of molecular components, i.e., an analyte mixture, is separated on a capillary liquid chromatography column. The component-containing eluate from the column is deposited as a series of discrete, defined-volume microdrops, along a region of an adsorbent collection layer. During the chromatographic separation, the column eluate may also-be monitored to detect the presence of separated components in the equate. The one or more components deposited in the collection layer are then analyzed by selected analytical techniques. In related aspect, the invention includes a method of collecting one or more molecular components derived from a mixture of components, a blotter apparatus useful in the above method, and a system for analyzing one or more molecular components in a mixture of components.

Abstract: The present invention has an object to provide a pitcher type water purifier and a purification cartridge for the water purifier, which can adsorb and eliminate chemical substances such as chlorine and the like from raw water, eliminate bacteria and, even when the purified water has been stored for a long period of time, can prevent propagation of bacteria and can provide purified water with high safety in a short period of time.

Abstract: A process for separation and environmentally benign disposal of amine borane complexes includes adsorbing amine borane complex onto a solid support, treating the adsorbed amine borane complex with an oxidizing agent in situ on the adsorbent thereby forming decomposition products without the formation of hydrogen gas, and collecting the decomposition products for disposal thereof.

Abstract: An electrodionization method for continuously producing and or separating and/or concentrating ionizable organics present in dilute concentrations in an, ionic solution while controlling the pH to within one to one-half pH unit.

Abstract: A system and method for treating and removing hydrocarbon and other contaminants in bilge and ballast water, utilizing a multiple progressive process that chemically and electrically treats-and removes contaminants. Wastewater, received by a sump, is transmitted to a holding tank and treated, over a period of time while-influent wastewater continues off loading. The wastewater is pumped to an oil/water separator tank that decants free-floating oil from the wastewater to an oil retention tank. The wastewater then undergoes an electrocoagulation process where emulsions are broken and compounds that further aid treatment are created. The treated water flows to a retention/separation tank where contaminant particles coalesce and separate. Water is decanted and transferred to a clean water holding tank through an ozone injection system and an activated carbon filter. Treated water is recirculated until it exits the system meeting discharge limits for organics and metals allowing release into the environment.

Abstract: Apparatus for injecting ozone into the return line of a filtration system used in conjunction with a tank of water incorporates a check valve in a suction line for an ozone generator providing the ozone. Flow of water through the conduit providing ozone from the ozone generator is precluded by the check valve establishing a pressure environment within the conduit to prevent the flow of water from reaching the ozone generator. As the check valve is in an atmospheric environment, it is unlikely to deteriorate or be damaged by the air flowing therethrough into the ozone generator and its integrity is preserved.

Abstract: A carrier device for supporting cycles includes a track supported on a base, a bar adjustably supported on the track, and a supporting brace secured on the bar and having a stay for easily and quickly and readily supporting the cycles without additional fasteners or tools. A bracket may be used for adjustably securing the track on one or more rods of the base. The base includes a pair of posts supported on two beams, a pair of seats supported on the posts, and one or more rods secured between the seats. The seats each has a disc rotatably supported on a rotary member.

Abstract: A watch display stand is formed by tiered platforms or shelves which connect to a watch holder. The display stand has a number of pairs of openings located in each shelf. The opening pairs are spaced apart from one another to provide a desired display configuration. The watch holder is formed by a C-shaped support element and an engagement device. The engagement device connects the C-shaped support element to the display stand by the use of a pair of feet that removably engage the openings in the shelves. The display stand permits easy viewing of the watches, and the watch holder can be easily removed and replaced by the sales attendant. The display stand also has a card holder mounted at the front of each shelf, and a mirror located behind the watch holders. A wall attachment allows the display stand to be secured to a wall bracket.

Abstract: A support rack for a plastic container having a content in excess of 1.5 gallons of liquid. Two or more support members extend from a wire body section, for engagement with apertures in the plastic container. A connecting section extends between the support members of first sides thereof, and supporting sections extend from second sides thereof for connection to a suspending support member. In one embodiment the support members are U-shaped and in another embodiment they are finger members. The support rack can be connected to the suspending support member in a stationary or swivel manner or can be part of a rolling cart.

Abstract: A storage and dispensing rack for storing and distributing multiple rolls of material, the rack including a perforated board, the perforated board having a flat surface including at least a first hole and a second hole; at least one elongated flexible member having a length, a first end and a second end; and at least one fastener connected to each end of each elongated flexible member; wherein each elongated flexible member is adapted to pass through a roll and is attach to the perforated board by inserting the first fastener to the first hole and the second fastener to the second hole of the perforated board.

Abstract: A storage rack which mounts to walls to hold bedpans and a method for cleaning, sanitizing, and storing hospital devices used to temporarily contain bodily fluids and other bodily products. The storage rack includes a support for receiving and holding one or more bedpans, a urinal, graduated bottles, and a cleaning device in the form of a manual scrubbing device or a spray bottle. The storage rack removably mounts to a shield plate made of plexiglass, stainless steel, or similar sheet material which is mounted to the wall to protect it from splatters. The support and the shield are of a rectangular configuration fabricated from cut and bent metal rods. The support has respective upper and lower racks each of which includes a front wall, a pair of side walls, and a rear wall which define respective interior device receiving spaces. The upper and lower racks are interconnected by a plurality of connecting members also comprising metal rods.

Abstract: A shelf liner comprising a base for engaging a surface of a shelf, a panel secured to the base with the panel having at least two display areas for displaying information, in one embodiment a plurality of lips located on the panel slibably secures a first information strip to the first display area and slidably secures a second information strip to the second display area and in a further embodiment, a set of sidewall dividers having an elongated portion member are secured to the opposite sides of the base for forming a compartment therebetween.

Abstract: A point of purchase display stand for displaying products includes shelving, lights, cabinets, signs, baskets, and other items that may be supported on a slot wall positioned in the back of the stand. The slot wall may be made up of horizontal slots that allow the aforementioned items to be positioned at a plurality of vertical locations and a virtually infinite number of horizontal locations. End panels and doors may also be added to the display stand for providing security to the contents of the display stand. The shelves may only require a small amount of rotation to be removed from the slot wall. The shelves may be oriented in a plurality of different angular orientations, and they may be optionally connected with adjacent shelves so that any sagging of a given shelf is transmitted to the adjacent shelves, thereby maintaining the shelves in horizontal alignment with each other.

Abstract: This invention provides with a travelling working machine comprising an upper rotating body with a rotating frame and winches, a pair of right and left boom support frames formed in the rotating frame, and axial portions of the winches mounted inside rear portions of the boom support frames, characterized in that the boom support frames have openings formed by being cut out along small-diameter portions of the winches than maximum-diameter portions thereof, thereby capable of providing with the travelling working machine having the rotating frame in such a manner that the strength of the frame can be enhanced and a load bearing force can be strengthened highly without enlarging a rear swing radius of the upper rotating body.

Abstract: A crane hoist apparatus and method of use for moving items within, into, out of, or adjacent to an interior of a containerized cargo enclosure causing minimal loss of interior enclosure volume from the crane. The crane includes a first frame with a plurality of beams each having a span, a width, and a depth, the first frame is supported by the enclosure, also a second frame having a beam with a span, a width, and a depth, that is slidably supported by the first frame in a transverse span orientation, with the second frame depth not extending below the first frame depth, the second frame moves in a direction parallel to the first frame span. A winch carriage is slidably supported by the second frame wherein the winch does not extend below the second frame depth, the winch moving in a direction parallel to the second frame span.

Abstract: The within invention concerns a telescopic boom of a crane with a pivot section, telescoping sections that telescope out of the pivot section, and bracing that has at least one guy support housed on one of the sections and a guy cable supported on one of these guy supports. According to the invention, the telescopic crane is characterized by the presence of a guy cable running from the guy support and a cable lock that can be locked to said guy cable, in which the cable lock can be moved by means of an actuator, particularly an hydraulic cylinder, in the longitudinal direction of the guy and the guy cable can be pre-stressed by moving the cable lock.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a baby feeding device which comprises a check valve. More particularly, the present invention is directed to a baby feeding device having a nipple, a bottle, the first inner tube deployed in inside of the bottle, an outer extension tube, which comprises a check valve for air inflow.

Abstract: A blow-molded container of this invention comprises: an outer layer (11) of a synthetic resin, which forms the outer shell of a finite shape; an inner layer (12) of a flexible synthetic resin, which is peelably laminated with the outer layer (11) and forms an inner bag; and a pair of restricted zones (15) of a vertical broad strip type, which is formed axisymmetrically on the central axis of container (1) to adhere and fix the outer layer (11) and the inner layer (12) over the entire height and is located so as to avoid the positions of air introduction ports (7) that have been provided in the outer layer (11) to introduce air into the void between the outer layer (11) and the inner layer (12). At least one of the restricted zones (15) comprises two or more adhesive zones (14) of the vertical strip type, which are parallel to each other.