Abstract: A guy marker apparatus for use on an associated guy wire includes a substantial rectangular body member having opposite parallel first and second edges and is foldable along a longitudinal axis parallel with the first and second edges. First and second connection portions are disposed at the first and second edges, respectively, for selectively interlocking the edges in slidable abutment to hold the main body member in a folded tubular conformation and selectively in a helical conformation. A tool for applying a guy marker apparatus onto an associated guy wire includes a main body member, an alignment portion adapted to guide the guy marker in an unlocked state relative to the main body member, and a production portion adapted to guide the marker in a self-locked state out from the main body member. A forming wall disposed between the alignment and production portions moves. the marker material between the unlocked and self-locked state based on relative movement between the tool and the guy marker material.

Abstract: A seismic isolator includes a slider, and a path with non-fixed curvature; the path is positioned on a base; the slider is placed on the path, and bears the weight of a super-structure; the path with non-fixed curvature can be a smoothly curved surface; a layer of ductile material with high compressibility is mounted between the slider and the path with non-fixed curvature; therefore, when an earthquake occurs, the slider will slide on the path with non-fixed curvature to produce vibration isolation effect for the superstructure; loading capacity of the isolator increases, and resonance between the isolator and low-frequency earthquakes is prevented.

Abstract: A drainage conduit system for an at least partially subterranean room having a floor over footings and a wall is provided. The system comprises a subfloor drain channel arranged to be disposed under the floor and over the footing when installed and a wall flashing adapted to be connected to the drain channel when installed, and having a back disposed for contacting the wall. When installed, the back of the wall flashing contacts the wall and the wall flashing is adjustably connected to the drain channel so that the wall flashing and the drain channel together define a drainage void with a selectably variable space extending away from the wall.

Abstract: Skid-resistant surfaces as described having either a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer or a highly filled, textured binder to reduce skidding. The surfaces are applied to trafficable surfaces such as roof and floors. Products such as roof underlyments bearing the surfaces are described in particular.

Abstract: The “Stair Capper” is a cover for the actual stair, which will help protect the stair from damage and minimize the need for maintenance to the stair itself.

Abstract: An insulation apparatus for home windows is shown and described. The invention comprises a plastic sheet that can be rolled down to use and can be rolled up when not in use. The sheet is joined to the sides of the window by a second part adhesive strips that are positioned around the edges of the window and window ledge. The strips have a either a plastic bead or a VELCRO mating portion on one side that permits them to be joined to a corresponding female or VELCRO portion on the insulation strip. Support straps are used to support the plastic sheet in a rolled up position along the top edge of the window when the apparatus is not in use.

Abstract: A trim frame assembly includes a first trim member, a first end member, and a second end member. The first end member has a first side facing the first end of the first trim member and a second side opposite the first side, with the first side having a recess formed therein that extends into the first end member through the first side but terminates before reaching the second side. The recess has a perimeter edge, which has a shape that generally follows the profile of the trim member wherein the trim member is insertable into the recess. The second end member similarly has a first side facing the second end of the first trim member and a second side opposite the first side, with the first side of the second end member having a recess formed therein, which extends into the second end member through the first side of the second end member but terminates before reaching the second side of the second end member.

Abstract: A self-adjusting base member preferably of a mounting bracket assembly is utilized in conjunction with exterior siding that covers sheathing of an exterior wall. The base member of the assembly has a mounting flange secured to the sheathing and a wall arrangement that projects outward with respect to the sheathing and from the mounting flange. Preferably, the wall arrangement supports a raised central panel used for mounting of fixtures. Spaced radially outward from the wall arrangement is at least one flexible drip ledge of the base member. The drip ledge is generally self-adjusting with respect to the thickness of the adjacent siding.

Abstract: The present invention includes moisture channeling member for removing moisture from the interior cavity of a surface facing system. The moisture channeling member includes a channel portion having a channel with an upper end, a lower end and a surface capable of conveying liquid. The channel is inclined at an angle with respect to level sufficient to facilitate flow of liquid from the upper end to the lower end. The channel portion is in fluid communication with an interior cavity of a surface facing system. A drainage portion is in fluid communication with the channel portion. The drainage portion is capable of consolidating and diverting moisture received from the channel portion and conveying the received moisture to an exterior area of the surface facing system.

Abstract: It is disclosed a floor covering on a substrate with wooden floors, a method for covering a substrate with a wooden floor, and the use of a studded plate for covering of a substrate with a wooden floor, wherein: a substrate is covered with a bonding adhesive, the substrate and bonding adhesive is covered with studded plates, the studded plates covered with an adhesive on which a wooden floor is fixed.

Abstract: A coupling spring portion 15 connecting a movable beam 13 and a fixed beam 14 is formed in a shape of extending toward a connector rear end in a curved manner, so that, even if a joined portion of the coupling spring portion 15 is disposed at an approximately central portion of the fixed beam 14, an insertion space for a connection object is secured sufficiently. Simultaneously, a distance X from a swinging center W of the movable beam 13 to a front side contact point 13a of the movable beam 13 and a distance Y therefrom to an actuator operating point Q are set to be approximately equal to each other, so that a contact pressure of the movable beam 13 to the connection object is kept approximately constant by causing an operation amount of the actuator 16 to the movable beam 13 and a working amount of the movable beam 13 at the front side contact point 13a to approximately coincide with each other.

Abstract: An insulated concrete form (ICF) is disclosed having a body. The body has a front wall and an opposing rear wall. The body includes at least one vertical passageway disposed therein that extends from the top and bottom surfaces of the body. The front, rear and side walls have an outer shell and an inner core, and the outer shell has an insert which extends from the outer shell to the inner core. A male interlock is located on the one wall and a female interlock is located on a second wall. The insulated concrete form is produced by using an insert molding process. Alternatively, the insulated concrete form may be produced by using a multiple density molding process.

Abstract: Thermoplastic sealants and methods for forming a joint, such as a weld joint, between one or more structural members using thermoplastic sealants are provided. The thermoplastic sealants have melting temperatures lower than the melting temperature of at least one of the structural members. The thermoplastic sealants may further include fillers, and are disposed between faying surfaces of the structural members. The sealants can fill the spaces between the structural members to prevent the entry of chemicals, moisture, debris and other substances.

Abstract: A shear panel for constructing underlayments for floors and roofs of buildings includes a first rectangular layer of fire-resistant material, such as cementitious board, bonded to a second rectangular layer of thin high-strength material, such as galvanized steel. The length of the second layer is longer than the length of the first layer. The additional length of the second layer forms a tab extending from one end of the panel. During construction, a first panel is attached to a set of beams (floor joists or roof rafters) with the tab spanning between adjacent beams. A second panel is positioned on the beams with at least a portion of the second panel overlapping the tab of the first panel. The overlapping portion of the second panel is fastened to the tab of the first panel to form a continuous shear diaphragm for the floor or roof.

Abstract: A panel fixing structure for fixing a panel formed with at least a first engaging portion to an electronic device provided with at least a first fixing portion, wherein the panel fixing structure include a body; at least a second fixing portion that can be coupled with the corresponding first fixing portion; and at least a second engaging portion that can be coupled with the corresponding first engaging portion, such that the panel can be fixed to the electronic device. Due to the design and arrangement of the present invention, the panel fixing structure can be easy assembled and disassembled, with out using tools.

Abstract: A siding product especially suitable for use as lap siding is formed by attaching a weather-resistant barrier sheet to a siding board along the length of the top portion of the board in a partially overlapping arrangement and the weather-resistant barrier sheet can be used to protect the front face of pre-finished siding boards during shipping and remains attached to the siding product after installation to provide improved drainage of water that may infiltrate behind the siding.

Abstract: A shingle layer of shingle is provided having an increased thickness adhesive coating on at least a portion of its rear surface, with granules embedded therein, with the granules being of a size range that is larger than the fine particles normally applied to the rear surface of a shingle layer.

Abstract: Panel structures are disclosed. An illustrative embodiment of the panel structures includes multiple panels, multiple cam receptacles provided on each of at least a portion of the panels and multiple cams provided on each of at least a portion of the panels for interlocking with the respective cam receptacles provided on an adjacent one of the panels. Accordingly, the panels are attached to each other in interlocking fashion to form the panel structure. In some embodiments, selected panels and panel surfaces are provided with bullet-resistant armor for military application.

Abstract: An interlocking polymer floorboard tile (10) comprises an elongate rectangular plank having a length (L) that is at least four times its width (w). The elongate tile includes a top surface (12), a perimeter wall (26) and lattice-type support structure (28) supporting the top surface, and interlocking structure of loops (16) and pins (18) configured to mate and interlock with pins of adjacent similar tiles to form a floor covering resembling a natural wood plank floor. The top surface (12) may include a wood grain pattern imprinted thereon, to enhance the appearance of a natural wood plank.

Abstract: A masonry system for marking area perimeters or entryways has at least two masonry columns, and at least one gate and/or fence section supported structurally between individual ones of the columns. The masonry columns are pre-manufactured columns supporting real masonry exterior, the individual columns lowered onto leveled foundation bases and anchored thereto using a substantially centered anchoring rod.

Abstract: A light gauge metal frame wall system is constructed by erecting a plurality of spaced apart, mutually parallel, vertical studs; placing horizontal, mutually parallel tracks on top and on bottom of the studs; mechanically engaging the studs and tracks; extending tabs outwardly from the studs and tracks, the tabs arranged in mutually parallel alignment and in a common direction and spaced 4 inches apart; forming a cement wall with a face thereof chemically and physically bonded to the studs and tracks and with the tabs embedded within the cement wall.

Abstract: A synchronously deployable tetrahedral truss beam with orthogonally-hinged diagonals, having uniquely-connected transverse members and folding chordal members, where a plurality of bays can extend and retract in a coordinated manner without need for a deployment canister mechanism or other assembling means. The triangular cross-section truss can be adapted to deploy pre-attached panels or nodally-attached payload components. These triangular beams can be mounted side-by-side with a common chord to create a synchronously deployable trapezoidal cross-section beam or space-frame. Both the triangular and trapezoidal configurations can be adapted to deploy with a prescribed curvature of the longitudinal axis, and form perimeter trusses which can be post-tensioned for maximum structural performance.

Abstract: A cover profile system for forming a walking surface, roof surface, wall, wall surface or retaining wall, which is formed from a plurality of generally flat, elongated hollow profile bodies, each comprising a first wall, a second wall, a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge, wherein the first longitudinal edge is provided with a first longitudinal strip having holes for attachment, wherein one of either longitudinal edges is provided with a second longitudinal strip, which at the side of the first strip that faces the first wall, extends over the first strip to at least the opposite longitudinal edge. Resilient members are provided between adjacent profile panels to avoid incorrect installation by installers and to enable traverse expansion to avoid damage or buckling of the product.

Abstract: One or more diagonal brace beam sections (26) extend between a pair of connectors (32). One of the connectors is placed inside of a first stud (14) that opens towards a closed side of the next stud (14) the second connector member (32) abuts against the web of the second stud (14). The connectors (32) are connected to the studs (14) by screw fasteners or some other suitable form of fasteners. The several diagonal brace beam sections (26) form an internal brace beam for the wall that extends from an upper corner at one end of the wall downwardly to a lower corner at the opposite end of the wall.

Abstract: The truss setting bracket has an elongated body member, a first cradle, and a second cradle. Each cradle is provided with a first and second finger that define a cradle face therebetween. The second cradle is designed to be secured, at ground level, to a truss that is to be set in place on top of a building structure. The first cradle is designed such that, as the truss is lifted into place by a crane, the second finger is used as a guide for spacing the current truss from the previously set truss. Each cradle allows successive trusses to temporarily held in place by the truss setting bracket until all the trusses have been set and they can be permanently nailed or tacked into place.

Abstract: The truss setting bracket has an elongated body member, a first cradle, and a second cradle. Each cradle is provided with a vertical first and second finger that define a horizontal cradle face therebetween. The second cradle is designed to be secured, at ground level, to a truss that is to be set in place on top of a building structure. The first cradle is designed such that, as the truss is lifted into place by a crane, the second finger is used as a guide for spacing the current truss from the previously set truss. Each cradle allows successive trusses to temporarily held in place by the truss setting bracket until all the trusses have been set and they can be permanently nailed or tacked into place.

Abstract: A connector for joining a supported member to a supporting member is formed with a series of angularly-joined flanges. The flanges are substantially planar and are substantially vertically oriented, when joining the supported member to the supporting member. The connector allows the end of a supported truss to be connected to a vertical member in the open web of a supporting truss.

Abstract: A connector for joining a supported member to a supporting member is formed with a series of angularly-joined flanges. The flanges are substantially planar and are substantially vertically oriented, when joining the supported member to the supporting member. The connector allows the end of a supported truss to be connected to a vertical member in the open web of a supporting truss.

Abstract: An interface device for coupling an electrical device to a metal junction includes a conformable conductor plate having a first side and a second side. The interface device also includes a plurality of first channels that intersect with a plurality of second channels formed on at least one of the first side and the second side. The formation of the first channels and the second channels weaken the conductor plate. A plurality of protrusions is formed by the intersection of the first channels and the second channels. The protrusions are deformable by coupling the conformable plate between the electrical device and the metal junction. An elongated slot formed throughout at least a portion of the interface device.

Abstract: A device for supporting reinforcing bars within a form for a concrete wall having transverse form ties includes a non-metal body, configured to attach to a form tie in a fixed orientation. At least one aperture is disposed in the body, and is configured to receive an elongate reinforcing bar, so as to substantially fix the position of the reinforcing bar with respect to the form tie.

Abstract: Poles for supporting electric transmission lines and a method for forming such poles are provided. An exemplary embodiment pole includes multiple interlocking inner panels forming an inner wall of the pole and multiple interlocking outer panels forming an outer wall of the pole. In inner wall interlocks with the outer wall. The method includes simultaneously forming two inner panels and simultaneously forming two outer panels. The method also includes interconnecting each inner panel to an inner panel and an outer panel, and interconnecting each outer panel to an outer panel and an inner panel.

Abstract: Constructive element (1), such as a profile or a grid or another adequate constructive element, where said constructive element (1) is formed beginning with a sheet whose thickness is fundamentally constant; the cross-section of said constructive element includes at least one unfolded region (2) defined between two ends of said cross-section; said unfolded region (2) includes a plurality of cuts that define a regular pattern along the constructive element (1); said unfolded region (2) is produced when a tractional force is applied to their respective ends; said constructive element (1) is characterized because said unfolded region includes at least one element rotated essentially in 180° (2.2) with regard to the rotation it had prior to the application of said tractional force; said at least one rotated element (2.2) is joined to at least one element that does not rotate (2.1), by means of conveniently defined linking lines (2.3).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to prefabricated building wall sections that may be delivered to a building site and subsequently assembled and filled with a lightweight concrete so as to minimize the weight that has to be moved to create a building wall. In one form, the building wall is constructed of a pair of opposed lightweight wall panel members that are joined together by structural trusses with the space between the panel members being filled with a lightweight concrete at the building site. The wall panels are so constructed that they are easily cut to allow electricians and plumbers to have access into the walls for connection of pipes and wiring. In one form, a plurality of the wall units are connected together to form a wall and a pilaster of concrete is poured through a form positioned in the assembled wall sections to provide structural support for the wall.

Abstract: A cleaning machine operated under water to clean radioactive particles on surfaces of nuclear wastes of middle-high activity to reduce activity, and to prevent radiation from leaking out when cleaning the nuclear wastes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sealing head for machines for heat treating threads, comprising a frame (1) fixed to a pressurised chamber through which a conveyor belt passes, a pair of horizontal rollers (2 and 3) placed on top of each other and pressed against the opposite faces of the conveyor belt and of seals (4 and 5) to form a sealed closure between the rollers (2 and 3) and the frame (1), at least one (2) of the horizontal rollers (2 and 3) and the seals (4 and 5) being connected to the corresponding movement actuators (6 to 8). Sealing head characterised in that the actuators (6 to 8) of the horizontal roller or rollers (2 and/or 3) and the seals (4 and 5) between the rollers (2 and 3) and the frame (1) are in the form of pneumatic actuators without pistons, namely of the balloon or bellows type.

Abstract: A pneumatic system for seizing (10) and transferring packs (11) of products, suitable for transferring packs from a feeder and inserting them into bags (12), comprising at least one opening (20) connected at one end to the suction plant (15) and having, at the other end, a pair of suction mouthpieces (21) separated by a septum (22)

Abstract: Equipment (10) for inserting packets (11) into bags (12) comprises a device (30) suitable for deforming the bag and squaring and stiffening means (40) of the bag suitable for forming a draft and guide for the insertion of one or more packets of products.

Abstract: A variety of systems and methods are described which quickly and conveniently provide for the selective transmission of individual solid pharmaceutical products from a common location into individual blister package product cavities. In accordance with the preferred exemplary embodiments, an automated alignment mechanism alters the orientation of solid pharmaceutical products that are initially arranged randomly in a two-dimensional array into one or more linear transmission systems. Each linear transmission system is essentially a one-dimensional stack of solid pharmaceutical products, vitamins or other elements. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, after the solid pharmaceutical products have been arranged in one or more of the linear transmission systems or vertical stacks, the solid pharmaceutical products are selectively transmitted into individual product package blister cavities or into product package templates having locations corresponding to the blister package cavities.

Abstract: A variety of systems and methods are described which quickly and conveniently provide for the selective transmission of individual solid pharmaceutical products from a common location into individual blister package product cavities. In accordance with the preferred exemplary embodiments, an automated alignment mechanism alters the orientation of solid pharmaceutical products that are initially arranged randomly in a two-dimensional array into one or more linear transmission systems. Each linear transmission system is essentially a one-dimensional stack of solid pharmaceutical products, vitamins or other elements. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, after the solid pharmaceutical products have been arranged in one or more of the linear transmission systems or vertical stacks, the solid pharmaceutical products are selectively transmitted into individual product package blister cavities or into product package templates having locations corresponding to the blister package cavities.

Abstract: A machine for filling and sealing two-part capsules (C), in particular hard gelatin capsules, is proposed. The machine includes a capsule delivery device, which has receptacles (14A), each for one capsule (C). The further includes at least one capsule expulsion station (XI), which has a capsule expulsion device (19) for axially expelling the capsules (C) from the respective receptacle (14A); guide flaps (24A, 24B) which are individually controllable by means of an actuating device (39) and are pivotable relative to a pivot shaft (31) and are each assigned to one capsule receptacle (14A) and which each have two guideways (33A, 34A), triggerable by means of the actuating device (39), for the respective associated capsules (A); and partitions, which separate the guideways (33A, 34A) of adjacent guide flaps (24A, 24B) from one another. The partitions are each an integrated component of one guide flap (24A, 24B) (FIG. 3).

Abstract: In a clip apparatus (1) with a drive (2, 3) and a control (4) on the holder (6, 7, 17) of one of the dip dosing work tools a measuring device (9) is provided. Based on the measured force and through the control the drive is influenced and in the case of excessively high force values, the clip apparatus is stopped to avoid damage.

Abstract: A new use for an ice cream cone holder, the holder comprising a cylindrical portion with an open end and a closed end and a disc portion about the open end. The new use is preventing pest entry into bottles by placing a closed end of the ice cream cone holder over an open bottle so that the holder engages at least one of a side wall, a top, and a pour spout mounted in a top of a bottle. Using the holder in such a fashion is surprisingly effective, efficient of user resources, and easy to use.

Abstract: Equipment (10) for the packaging of packets (11) in bags (12) comprises a bag forming device (13), a transfer line (14) of the formed bags by means of a conveyor with independent trolleys or drawers or independent compartments, a feeding line of packets of products (15), an accumulation and desynchronization area (20), a filling station (30) operating by means of an insertion device (40) of the packets into bags, and a closing station (50) of the bags filled with packets.

Abstract: Separation device for separating a liquid/gas mixture in a heavy fraction mainly containing liquid and a light fraction mainly containing gas, comprising:—a separation vessel comprising at least one inlet, at least a first outlet for the discharge of the heavy fraction and at least a second outlet for the discharge of the light fraction,—separator for separating the mixture into the heavy and light fraction;—a vane type inlet device connected to the inlet for admitting the gas/liquid mixture to the vessel en for distributing the admitted gas/liquid mixture in the vessel, the inlet device comprising: an elongated support structure; is—a plurality of curved guiding vanes placed one behind the other and attached to the support structure, the guiding vanes being arranged so as intercept and deflect the admitted gas/liquid mixture sideways;—at least an agglomerator arranged close to the guiding vanes for agglomerating the liquid in the gas/liquid mixture.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide a containment system having integrated bubble tight-dampers. In another embodiment, the containment system includes an integral auto-scan mechanism disposed in the housing of the containment system so that a filter element, disposed in the housing, may be leak tested without accessing the interior of the housing. In yet another embodiment, a method for testing a filter disposed in a containment system includes challenging an upstream side of a filter element disposed in a housing of the containment system with a test aerosol, and automatically moving a probe disposed within the housing to obtain samples for leak testing.

Abstract: A system for collecting, treating and disposing of waste fluid includes a station that features transfer, flushing and mixing pumps as well as a bowl that holds the waste fluid. The waste fluid is collected in a container mounted on a cart. The cart container connects to the station so that the waste fluid is transferred from the cart to the station bowl by the transfer pump. The flushing pump has an inlet that communicates with a source of water and a disinfectant dispenser. The flushing pump is used to flush both the cart container and the station bowl, the latter of which communicates with a drain system. The flushing pump also delivers disinfectant to the waste fluid in the station bowl. The inlet and outlet of the mixing pump communicate with the bowl so that it mixes the bowl contents. Buffer is provided to the circulating waste fluid until the pH level drops to a predetermined level.

Abstract: Adjustable deflector inserts suitable for retrofit use with air cleaners are described. The adjustable deflector inserts are capable of being adjusted to fit a variety of different air cleaners and carburetors. One or more components of the adjustable deflector inserts may be manufactured in different configurations to fit different air cleaners and/or carburetors.

Abstract: An engine intake air filter with a captive tooless fastener for securing the engine intake air filter. The tooless fastener comprises a shaft and an associated body. The body has two arms oriented about 180° from one another. The shaft is threaded through a sealing washer and an aperture in an closed end cap of the air filter. The shaft expanded or a component secured to the shaft such that the shaft cannot be removed from the end cap. The body has a threaded inner diameter that mates with a threaded portion of a central shaft in an air filter housing. The arms of the body are rotated to screw the fastener and the shaft of the housing together. When tightened, the aperture is closed by the sealing washer. To remove the air filter, arms are rotated in the reverse direction and the fastener is unscrewed from the shaft of the housing. In this loosened position the shaft floats in the aperture. A person in the field can insert his or her fingers under the arms.

Abstract: A large capacity filter cartridge assembly for a vacuum cleaner that includes a main housing having an inlet and an outlet. The filter cartridge attaches to a vacuum motor cover unit. A motor provides a vacuum on the outlet of the filter cartridge thus drawing air from the inlet to the outlet, and at least a first filter is arranged between the inlet and the outlet for filtering the air. The air must pass through one, two, three, or more additional filter layers before exiting to the air pump apparatus. The described filter cartridge functions as the base for said vacuum.

Abstract: A composition of a multiple-layered ceramic fiber filter paper and method for manufacturing for use in a filter apparatus removes particulate from high temperature gas streams. In this application, ceramic fibers of varying diameters and lengths are combined in such a manner to yield different specific average pore sizes in segregated locations in the filter paper. The fiber combinations are formed into a paper sheet using a method that produces two or three porosity zones with different average pore sizes in each layer or porosity zone. The porosity gradient from large at gas stream entry to fine at gas stream exit increases particle-holding capacity while reducing the filtered gas backpressure experienced in single sized porosity layer media.