Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for electrochemically processing a substrate. The apparatus comprises a processing layer having a surface adapted for processing a substrate thereon, a polishing head for retaining a substrate against the processing surface, a retaining ring a terminal adapted for coupling to a power source, and a plurality of independently biasable electrodes disposed below the processing layer.

Abstract: A pipe coupling for joining two electrolyte-conveying pipes of electrochemically dissimilar metals and inhibiting galvanic corrosion resulting from the dissimilarity. A tubular pipe coupling has a pair of axially spaced protection electrodes mounted to its interior wall in electrical contact with the electrolyte. A control electrode is also mounted to the interior wall of the tubular pipe coupling between one of the pipes and the pair of protection electrodes. A current sensing circuit is connected to sense the galvanic current through the control electrode. A controllably variable source of electrical current is connected to vary the current through the protection electrodes. A negative feedback control circuit receives the sensed current as a feedback signal and controls the variable source to increase the electrical current through the protection electrodes and the electrolyte so that the sensed current is reduced thereby reducing the galvanic current in the electrolyte between the pipes.

Abstract: A sacrificial anode assembly for cathodically protecting and/or passivating a metal section, comprising: (a) a cell, which has an anode and a cathode arranged so as to not be in electronic contact with each other but so as to be in ionic contact with each other such that current can flow between the anode and the cathode; (b) a connector attached to the anode of the cell for electrically connecting the anode to the metal section to be cathodically protected; and (c) a sacrificial anode electrically connected in series with the cathode of the cell; wherein the cell is otherwise isolated from the environment such that current can only flow into and out of the cell via the sacrificial anode and the connector. The invention also provides a method of cathodically protecting metal in which such a sacrificial anode assembly is cathodically attached to the metal via the connector of the assembly, and a reinforced concrete structure wherein some or all of the reinforcement is cathodically protected by such a method.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for generating electrolyzed water easy to carry out or handle even in ordinary homes. An electrolyte aqueous solution is circuited through a first electrolysis chamber 3a of two electrolysis chambers placed on opposite sides of an ion-permeable membrane 2, and raw water is supplied only to the second electrolysis chamber 3b. A voltage is applied between electrodes 7a and 7b to cause electrolysis. Electrolyzed water generated in the second electrolysis chamber 3b is drawn out. The concentration of the electrolyte aqueous solution circulated through the first electrolysis chamber 3a is maintained within a predetermined range. The membrane 2 is an anion-exchange membrane. The electrolyte aqueous solution is circulated through the first cathode-side electrolysis chamber 3a; raw water is supplied only to the second anode-side electrolysis chamber 3b; and acid electrolyzed water generated in the anode-side electrolysis chamber 3a is drawn out.

Abstract: A process for electrochemically reducing a metal oxide feed material in a solid state in an electrolytic cell is disclosed. The cell includes a molten bath of electrolyte, an anode, a cathode, and a means for applying a potential across the anode and the cathode. The process is characterised by supplying an amount of electrolyte into the bath that is greater than the amount of electrolyte that is required to replace electrolyte removed from the bath with reduced material and removing molten electrolyte from the bath to maintain the bath height at a required height or within a range of required heights.

Abstract: A sensor for measurement of free chlorine and of total chlorine in aqueous solution including a working electrode having a self-assembled monolayer (SAM) formed on the surface thereof, producing a barrier which reduces the generation of background currents when electrical potentials are applied to the electrode, and blocks the reduction or oxidation of interfering species in the solution, is described. Such SAMs have also been found to block the efficient reduction of chlorine as well. However, N,N-diethyl-p-phenylenediamine (DPD) has been found to effectively transport electrons across the SAM; that is, an oxidized form of DPD produced by a reaction with chlorine is capable of penetrating the SAM such that the reduction of the oxidized DPD species can occur. The generated reduction current is correlated with the concentration of chlorine in solution. Total chlorine may be determined by the addition of an iodide salt.

Abstract: A sensor element for gas sensors for determining the concentration of particulates in gas mixtures, in particular soot sensors having at least one first measuring electrode applied to an electrically insulating substrate and at least one second measuring electrode, a voltage being applicable to the first and second measuring electrodes. The first measuring electrode is at least partly covered by a porous material open to diffusion of the particles to be determined.

Abstract: A contact lens package includes a first housing member and a second housing member pivotably connected to each other. The package also includes a holding mechanism for holding a contact lens and a receiving mechanism for receiving contact lens solution. When the housing members are in a substantially co-planar orientation, the holding mechanism is positioned within the receiving mechanism. When the housing members are in a non-planar orientation, the holding mechanism is removed from the receiving mechanism such that the holding mechanism is pivotable from a closed position, in which the contact lens held in the holding mechanism is inaccessible to a user, toward an open position, in which the contact lens held in the holding mechanism is accessible to the user.

Abstract: An article carrier is formable from a blank having opposing side wall panels interconnected by a set of major end panels. A set of minor end panels of one side wall panel is foldably adjoined to an unjoined end another side wall panel or to the other set of minor end panels. The side wall panels are interconnected by the minor end panels to form a substantially tubular structure. Transverse panels are connected to at least one of the side wall panels in the blank. The transverse panels extend between and interconnect the side wall panels in the erected carrier. The tubular partially-erect carrier is collapsible into a flat-face condition. Connecting structure includes at least one top connecting panel hingedly adjoined to a respective one of the transverse panels. In the erected carrier the connecting structure interconnects the transverse panels.

Abstract: The present invention provides a corrosion inhibitor assembly or emission of vapor phase corrosion inhibitor compound inserted into a shipping/packaging container. The assembly has a pouch formed as an envelope of vapor porous surrounding sidewall defining an inner compartment of a fill material composed of an inert substrate with embedded corrosion-inhibitor emitting compounds. The substrate acts as a substantially inert carrier for the compounds, to avoid the need for friable solids or powders in the pouch, yet permit vapor flow of compounds though the sidewall to area outside the pouch.

Abstract: The present invention is a packaged kit to assist a person in planning and executing a social event, especially a groom's pre-wedding party. The kit comprises a box or envelope containing preferably everything the host will need to put on a successful party. For example, the kit will contain a complete set of instructions for the host, plus optionally a scheduling form and a checklist. The kit will also contain invitations for each invitee with directions to the event, and envelopes with adhesive-backed labels for printing from a mailing list on a computerized printer. Also, the kit will contain coupons and/or gift certificates from manufacturers and/or retailers for each invitee, as well as, optionally, for the guest. The kit may also contain thank-you notes for the guest with pre-printed address labels to the invitees, for convenience. The kit may be hard copy, computer disk or Internet enabled, for example.

Abstract: A cigarette packet of substantially parallelepiped geometry comprises an outer wrapper (3) divided into two portions (17, 18) connected one to another by a longitudinal hinge (19) extending along one of the two flanks (7, 8), each portion (17, 18) creating a compartment (20, 21) proportioned to accommodate a relative box (22), likewise parallelepiped, which is filled with a limited number of cigarettes (2); the outer wrapper (3) is topped by a lid (10) pivotable on a transverse hinge (16) between a closed position of contact with the top ends of the boxes (22), and an open position in which the boxes (22) are free to swing apart on the longitudinal hinge (19).

Abstract: Packaging (1) for transporting and handling large anti-friction bearings (15) is provided. The packaging (1) includes a lower part (2) and an upper part (3) that can be fitted over each other and define a region for receiving at least one large anti-friction bearing (15). An outer envelope surface of the large anti-friction bearing (15) is surrounded by a holding element (12) that can be fixed to a plurality of spaced-apart peripheral points. The position of the holding element (12) detachably connected to the lower part (2) can be modified such that the distance of the holding element in relation to a central point of the packaging (1) can be increased or decreased. The packaging (1) is advantageous in that different positioning of the holding element(s) (12) enables large anti-friction bearings (15) with different diameters to be received therein.

Abstract: A package for storing and/or shipping discs has at least one section with a first panel, a second panel and at least one intermediate panel, the intermediate panel being positioned between the first panel and the second panel, where the first and second panels each include at least one opening for receiving a disc and the intermediate panel is solid in at least the area between the first and second panels below the openings where the discs are inserted. The package includes a fastener between the second panel and the intermediate panel positioned above the disc receiving opening on the second panel and a fastener between the first panel and the intermediate panel at a terminal edge of the first panel above the disc receiving opening on the first panel.

Abstract: A packaging arrangement including a first carton having a first set of sidewalls arranged to define a first compartment for retaining at least one product, and a first endwall having one portion overlying one end of the first compartment and another portion laterally displaced therefrom; and a second carton having a second set of sidewalls arranged to define a second compartment for retaining another product, and a second endwall having one portion overlying one end of the second compartment and another portion laterally displaced therefrom. The first and second cartons are nested together with the first compartment disposed laterally adjacent to the second compartment, and an inner surface of another portion of the first endwall overlies the second compartment, and an inner surface of the another portion of the second endwall overlies the first compartment.

Abstract: A golf bag apparatus includes a bag for carrying clubs, a pocket for carrying things and a cover assembly for covering the pocket. The cover assembly includes a large cover and a plurality of small covers. The large cover includes at least one fixed edge connected to the pocket and a free edge. Each of the small covers includes two fixed edges connected to the pocket and two free edges so that a slit is defined between any adjacent two of the small covers and that a slit is defined between the large cover and a nearest one of the small covers.

Abstract: A golf bag comprising a tubular club-holding member, a carrying element, and a fluid delivery system is disclosed. The fluid delivery system includes one or more fluid-holding vessels, dispensing conduits, and negative or positive pressure sources. Each fluid-holding vessel may have a filling port and a dispensing conduit, which is regulated by a flow-control valve. One or more dispensing conduits may be fastened to the carrying element. Optionally, electric power from a battery or a photovoltaic element or both is provided to power one or more pressure sources where the latter are electrically operated.

Abstract: A structure configurable for holding and displaying a product (e.g., a game ball or sporting equipment) may include one or more sides having an aperture through which the contained product is visible. One or more sides of the structure may include flaps that are flexible inward toward an interior of the structure. The flaps may include a protrusion configured to contact and hold the product contained in the structure. A first flap may further include slits for receiving portions of a second flap to form a side of the structure. One or more sides of the structure may be void of an aperture to provide a surface on which information about the product may be displayed.

Abstract: A waterproof case comprises a pair of flexible waterproof elongated sidewalls extending from a first end and tapering toward a second end. The firearm case includes a waterproof seal about it's peripherally and includes a waterproof closure extending across the sidewall. The firearm case also includes a carrying handle along a reinforced top edge, a shoulder strap connected to the top edge at one end and to a reinforcing strap that extends along the sidewall at a second end. Also disclosed is a waterproof bag having a one piece angular sidewall that is rolled to form a tube and sealed along a seam. The bag also includes a pair of circular end walls sealed to the sidewall and a waterproof zipper that is sealed to the sidewall. The overall structure seals out moisture to prevent the contents within the bag from getting wet. The bag also includes a carrying strap that is secured to a pair of sealing strips that are then in turn sealed to the sidewall.

Abstract: A briefcase is disclosed that is adapted for holstering a gun, as well as for providing an interior space for other items and for providing ballistic protection to a user. The briefcase includes a pair of oppositely disposed five-sided hinged case halves. A pair of case locks may be included in a handle so as to maintain the briefcase in the closed position until the locks are disengaged. A gun holster includes an elongated rigid door flap that is pivotally attached at one end thereof proximate to one short end of an elongated door aperture formed in one side edge of one case half. The door flap is fixed to one side of a gun pocket, the other side of which is fixed to an elongated inner wall that is pivotably attached to the briefcase. In a closed position, the outer surface of the door flap is substantially flush with an outer surface of the briefcase.

Abstract: Systems and methods for developing and managing a product are described. The development of the product includes configuring and constructing the product such that the product can be communicated directly between an end user and an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The system further comprises developing the product to satisfy the requirements of a common carrier as to content, shape, and size of parcels. For engine driven products, this development includes developing the product for isolation of consumable materials, such as fuel, oil, and/or batteries, during shipment of the product. Such a system provides for the cradle to grave management of the engine driven product by the OEM. Accordingly, the OEM avoids the expense and complication generally associated with maintaining or associating with an engine driven device dealers. Such a system also allows the OEM to more closely monitor and assess product performance and maintenance and well as warranty and financing protocols.

Abstract: A tote bag for organizing, securing and safely transporting laundry supplies which comprises a box-shaped housing having a bottom wall, a pair of side walls, a rear wall and a lower front wall. A flap can be folded over to cover a top and an upper front portion area of the box-shaped housing. A plurality of box-shaped laundry supply containers are sized and proportioned so that they can fit within the box-shaped housing in a side-by-side relationship to utilize almost the entire confines of the box-shaped housing without any appreciable left over wasted space therein. A mechanism is for securing all of the box-shaped laundry supply containers snugly within the box-shaped housing. When the flap is opened and the securing mechanism is removed therefrom all of the box-shaped laundry supply containers can be easily taken out of the box-shaped housing.

Abstract: A system and related manufacturing and business methods based on bags comprising three-dimensional representations of items necessary to sports contests.

Abstract: A two stacking position square container is provided having an upper stacking position and a lower stacking position. The upper stacking position is provided by inserting a bottom of an identical body into a square opening to provide lateral stability and engaging supports on a bottom exterior profile with supports on a top interior profile. A lower stacking position is provided by inserting the bottom of the identical body into the square opening to provide lateral stability and engaging the supports on the bottom exterior profile with recesses on the top interior profile and the supports on the upper interior profile with recesses on the bottom interior profile. The body is symmetrical about both an x axis and a y axis. A 90 degree relative rotation about a z axis being used to change between the upper stacking position and the lower stacking position.

Abstract: A wine glass constructed from molded plastic includes an upper body defining an upwardly narrowed flume for concentrating the wine bouquet, in combination with a contoured lower base defining an annular moat surrounding a central punt for enhanced visual inspection of the wine. In addition, the upper body further includes a notched indent at an outboard side thereof forming a shelf for facilitated fingertip grasping and manipulation of the assembled glass. In one form, the upper body and lower base of the wine glass are provided as separate modules adapted for assembly to form the wine glass, and disassembly for respective compact stacking. In another form, the wine glass has a one-piece construction adapted for compact stacking by nested reception of the upwardly narrowed flume partially into the underside of the lower base of an overlying glass in the stack.

Abstract: A blister strip (20) for use in a fluid or powder inhaler, and including a plurality of blisters, each formed by a reservoir (21) including an opening (25) that is sealed in leaktight manner by a tearable layer (7, 5), the blister strip (20) being characterized in that it comprises at least a base layer (6) that is provided with openings (25) forming the openings of the blisters, and a cavity layer (8) that is provided with cavities forming the blister walls (21), said tearable layer (7, 5) comprising a first tearable-layer portion (7) that is disposed between said base layer (6) and said cavity layer (8), and a second tearable-layer portion (5) that is disposed on the opposite side of said base layer (6), said first and second tearable-layer portions (7, 5) being connected together at each opening (25) of the base portion (6).

Abstract: A method and system for prepackaging and administering a predetermined individualized regime of therapeutic dosages comprising coding of a plurality of sets of separate dosage packets with individual dosage packet designations corresponding to the time and day or date of administration, filling the separate dosage packets with the predetermined individualized regime of therapeutic dosages, coding a packet organizer comprising a plurality of packet positions corresponding to the plurality of sets of separate dosage packets with individual packet designations corresponding to the individual dosage packet designations of the plurality of sets of separate dosage packets, matching the individual dosage packets of the plurality of sets of separate dosage packets with the corresponding packet positions of the packet organizer by correlating the individual dosage packet designations of the plurality of sets of separate dosage packets with the corresponding packet position designations of the packet organizer, storing

Abstract: A food carrier for carrying a plurality of meal containers includes an insulated housing having a closed bottom, a closed top, and least one side wall having a first opening proximate the top of the housing and a second opening proximate the bottom of the housing, wherein the first opening receives a meal container therethrough, and wherein the second opening allows removal of the meal containers and precludes simultaneous removal of all of the meal containers. The food carrier includes a first door movable between an open position, wherein the meal containers may be loaded within the housing via the first opening, and a closed position, wherein the first door covers the first opening, and a second door movable between an open position, wherein the meal containers may be removed from within the housing via the second opening, and a closed position, wherein the second door covers the second opening.

Abstract: A substantially planar body, which can be coupled with elongated members on opposite ends of the planar body forming handles. The planar body has a first side and a second side, where the first side can have an anti-static layer or protrusions, and a layer made of a material to disperse the heat from an object placed on it, and the second side can be made of a material with a low coefficient of friction to allow the body to move across a surface with minimal resistance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lead frame magazine cover for closing of an opening of a lead frame magazine by insertion of a magazine cover into the lead frame magazine in a closing direction. The lead frame magazine cover includes a recess. The recess is constructed in the region of a front edge of the magazine cover in the closing direction of the magazine cover.

Abstract: HSP crude oil is used as process stream in crude oil storage tanks to address sludge levels both by cleaning sludge accumulations and preventing any significant sludge build up when used on a regular basis. HSP crude oil is also used to optimize cleaning routines. Making HSP oil easily accessible by providing a designated HSP source will make tank maintenance more efficient and allow refineries to use the advantages of the HSP oil to the maximum extent.

Abstract: In a process for converting methane to liquid hydrocarbons, a feed containing methane is contacted with 0 de-hydrocyclization catalyst under conditions effective to convert said methane to aromatic hydrocarbons, including benzene and/or naphthalene, and produce a first effluent stream comprising hydrogen and 0t least 5 wt % m>35 aromatic hydrocarbons than said feed. At least part the aromatic hydrocarbons from the first effluent stream is then reacted with hydrogen to produce a second effluent stream having a reduced benzene and/or naphthalene content compared with said first effluent stream.

Abstract: Coking drum 3, 4, especially for the manufacture of petroleum coke, which has an approximately cylindrical basic body, at least one inlet and at least two outlets, wherein there is arranged as shut-off member (11) at least at one outlet and/or at the or one inlet, a bridging pipe slide valve having two shut-off plates 27, 28.

Abstract: A high solvent power (HSP) crude oil is added to a blend of incompatible oils to proactively address the potential for fouling heat exchange equipment. The HSP component dissolves asphaltene precipitates before coking affects heat exchange surfaces. An HSP oil is also flushed through heat exchange equipment to remove any deposits and/or precipitates on a regular maintenance schedule before coking can affect heat exchange surfaces.

Abstract: This invention is a method of purifying fuels containing organosulfur impurities. The fuel is oxidized with an organic hydroperoxide in the presence of an oxidation catalyst to form a sulfone product, followed by extraction of the sulfone product by solid-liquid or liquid-liquid extraction. The fuel is then contacted with a decomposition catalyst to remove the residual organic hydroperoxide from the fuel.

Abstract: PEG lipids are used to extract hydrocarbons from oil sands. At ambient temperatures the PEG lipids combine with bitumen onto a flowable form, which is easily transportable by pipeline. The process results in the release of less carbon dioxide than conventional extraction processes.

Abstract: A screening panel 10 comprises a peripheral frame 12 consisting of a pair of mutually laterally spaced side members 14, 16, which are integral with a pair of mutually axially spaced end members 18, 20. The side members 14, 16 and end members 18, 20 define corners of the panel 22.1, 22.2, 22.3 and 22.4 and the peripheral frame 12 where they meet. A plurality of mutually spaced ribs 15 extend across the periphery of the panel 10 to define a screening surface. The side members and end members are rectangular in cross-section, thereby defining substantially flat upper peripheral surfaces 12.1, outer peripheral surface 12.2 and lower peripheral surface 12.3 of the peripheral frame 12 and thus also the panel 10. The panel 10 includes locating recesses 24 provided at or near to the corners 22.1, 22.2, 22.3 and 22.4 of the panel 10. The panel 10 also has separate securing recesses in the form of semi-circular grooves 30 formed in the lower surface 12.

Abstract: A method of processing and sorting aggregate materials includes providing an aggregate material processing device which has aggregate material holding region having an opening over which may be pivotably and removably placed an aggregate material sorting device. The method involves causing the aggregate material processing device to engage with a supply of unsorted aggregate material such that the unsorted aggregate is forced over the aggregate material sorting device thereby causing some of the unsorted aggregate material to fall through the sorting device and into the aggregate material holding region while some of the unsorted aggregate material remains on a top region of the aggregate material sorting device.

Abstract: Apparatus for separating agricultural produce from stones and clods including at least one generally cylindrical separation assembly arranged to be impinged upon by a mixture of agricultural produce and at least one of stones and clods, the at least one generally cylindrical separation assembly including a plurality of generally mutually contiguous curved impact portions and a mounting assembly supporting the plurality of generally mutually contiguous curved impact portions, the mounting assembly including a metal principal support and at least one intermediate metal support element fixed to the metal principal support and to at least some of the plurality of generally mutually contiguous curved impact portions, the at least one intermediate metal support element having a resiliency greater than a resiliency of the metal principal support.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for beneficiating, or “cleaning”, ultra-fine raw coal with spiral concentrators. The inventive system includes multiple pre- and post-classification systems to size the finer sized raw mineral to develop a pre-sized mineral fraction within a first size range (approximately 0.15 mm by 0.044 mm). The pre-sized mineral fraction is fed to at least one spiral concentrator, wherein the at least one spiral concentrator separates the pre-sized mineral fraction into clean mineral and refuse by specific gravity. Water may be added to the inlet of the at least one spiral concentrator to maintain a constant flow through the at least one spiral concentrator. Additionally, residual minus 0.044 mm particles may be removed from the clean mineral output by a post classification system.

Abstract: The present invention automatically detects whether the level of salt in a water softener brine tank is above an acceptable level. If the sensor determines that the level is not acceptable it will notify the user. The salt level sensor is mounted on the exterior of the brine tank, and continually detects the level of the salt in the brine tank through the wall of the brine tank. The brine tank level sensor comprises an enclosure containing a single sensing plate connected to a capacitive sensitive oscillator. The oscillator circuit is connected to the single capacitive plate which acts as the positive capacitor plate. This plate is electrically separated from the contents of the brine tank by the brine tank wall itself. The opposing brine inside the brine tank adjacent the sensing plate acts as the second capacitor plate which completes the capacitor circuit.

Abstract: A separation element of a multi-layer structure for pressure compensation including: at least two mutually superposed flexible, fluid-tight material layers; at least one spacer element which is arranged between the material layers and holds them at a spacing relative to each other, wherein the at least one spacer element is such that the space between the flexible, fluid-tight material layers is at least partly adapted for fluid to flow therethrough, and at an edge region of the multi-layer structure the separation element has a sensor region (S) which is in a communication with remaining space between the flexible, fluid-tight material layers through which fluid can flow, wherein within the sensor region, the flexible, fluid-tight material layers are designed so that, by virtue of an inflow of fluid between them, an increase of pressure causes an increase in the spacing between the material layers relative to each other.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lid for a water filtration apparatus comprising at least one filter and to the water filtration apparatus itself. The lid comprises a counter for recording the number of times it is operated and an indicator for showing information regarding the number of times the lid has been operated. The lid can form part of a water filtration apparatus that further comprises a receptacle for receiving the water to be filtered, a container for storing the filtered water, a filtering portion that connects the receptacle and container, the filtering portion comprising at least one filter, and an outlet from the container.

Abstract: A filtration device is provided whose body member has a transparent or translucent part (i.e., window) so that a user can directly see the colors of the filtering agents inside. If the colors of the filtering agents are changed due to the loss or degradation of functionality, the filtering agents can be replaced so that the performance of the filtration device is consistently maintained.

Abstract: A filtering device has a filter element disposed between the inlet and the outlet of the device. The inlet surface of the filter element is prone to clogging by suspended particles, e.g. waste, carried with the incoming raw fluid. The invention provides a cleaning head for the filtering device, comprising a basis and a nozzle movably mounted thereon. The cleaning head basis is mounted on a driving mechanism so that the nozzle can scan the inlet surface parallel thereto, and can clean the inlet surface by means of a backwash flow passing through the filter element into the nozzle under a cleaning pressure differential created by connecting the nozzle to a low-pressure outlet. The nozzle maintains, during scanning, permanent contact with the inlet surface so that lateral flow directly into the nozzle is essentially prevented despite variations of distance between the cleaning head basis and the inlet surface during the scanning.

Abstract: A stormwater filtration system includes a dry well structure including a top having an access opening, a bottom and a sidewall extending between the top and the bottom to define an internal volume of the dry well structure. A deck assembly partitions the dry well structure into an upper region and a lower region. The deck assembly includes a plurality of deck members sized to be delivered through the access opening of the dry well structure and configured to be assembled within the internal volume to form the deck assembly.

Abstract: A filter, comprising: a housing defining an inlet fluid opening and an outlet fluid opening, the inlet fluid opening and the outlet fluid opening defining a fluid path through the filter; a filter element disposed inside the filter housing, the filter element being disposed in the flow path such that fluid flowing through the flow path must pass through the filter element; and a dispersement device disposed within the housing, the dispersement device comprising a housing having at least one chamber for an additive disposed within the at least one chamber, the dispersement device further comprises a metering opening that is sealed with an oil soluble material the metering opening being in fluid communication with the at least one chamber when the oil soluble material is removed from the metering opening.

Abstract: The oil strainer has a filtering portion and a flexible sleeve portion to which the filtering portion is connected. The flexible sleeve portion has a plurality of spigot-receiving slots on the upstream side of the strainer.

Abstract: A filter assembly for fluid filtration having a push-activated lock and release mechanism. The filter housing has a sump for enclosing the filter media, a filter head, and at least one standoff protruding outwards for use in securing the filter head to a filter manifold. The filter manifold supports the filter housing with a filter locator. A filter guide having a rotator actuating mechanism secures and holds the filter head in place when the filter head is axially inserted. The rotator actuating mechanism has tabs and slots that rotate upon a transverse axial force from the standoff and from tabs on an internal shutoff. The internal shutoff has an inlet extension and an outlet extension with apertures for fluid ingress and egress. The internal shutoff tabs slidably contact and align the rotator actuating mechanism to secure and remove the filter head.

Abstract: The invention relates to a filter device having a filter housing part (10) which comprises a filter element (12) and which can be detachably connected to the other filter housing part (20). Because there is a valve means (24) which clears a fluid path in the interconnected state of the housing parts (10, 20) and in the separated state of the housing parts (10, 20) from one another at least partially blocks it, instead of known quarter-turn fastener and stopper solutions a blocking means is devised which can be economically implemented and which requires decidedly less installation space. The invention relates also to a process for operation of a filter device.