Abstract: The present application relates to cationic pyrazolone dyes of the general formula (I), and to coloring agents for keratin fibers comprising these dyes.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition for cotton textile care in particular, comprising an anionic polysaccharide (in particular anionic polygalactomannan) having a mole weight higher than 250000. The composition can be a solid or liquid detergent formulation, a liquid rinsing and/or softening formulation, a drying additive contacted with wet textile in a dry textile, an aqueous ironing formulation, a prespotting washing additive deposited on the textile before a washing operation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dye mixtures comprising (A) from 20 to 80% by weight of one or more compounds of formula (1) wherein R1 is C1-C12alkyl, or C1-C2alkyl interrupted by one or more oxygen atoms or —COO-groups and R2, R3, R4 and R5, each independently of the others, is hydrogen, C1-C12alkyl, chlorine, bromine, hydroxy or amino and (B) from 20 to 80% by weight of at least one further yellow disperse dye the sum of components (A)+(B) being 100% by weight, and to the use of those dye mixtures in the dyeing or printing of semi-synthetic or synthetic hydrophobic fibre materials.

Abstract: The present invention includes a telescoping ramp that includes two ramp members that fit one atop the other such that the two members may be extended out or collapsed together. The first, outer ramp member has channels on either side of a substantially planar surface. The channels of the outer ramp member are structured to capture the rails on either side of a second ramp member. An inverted J-shaped channel is formed along each of the longitudinally aligned sides of the first ramp member. One embodiment includes inverted J-shaped channels that are dimensionally larger near the side that engages the other ramp member. The second ramp member is sized to between the inverted J-shaped channels and includes protruding rail-like members formed along each of its longitudinally aligned sides. The protruding members are complementarily shaped to slide and fit within a corresponding inverted J-shaped channel of the first ramp member.

Abstract: An expandable and retractable ramp assembly for conveying moving objects onto a cargo carrying surface of a cargo transporting apparatus comprising: a. a pair of opposed, parallel scissors assemblies, with each scissors assembly including a plurality of scissors link members pivotally attached to other scissors link members of the same scissors assembly. A plurality of tread support assemblies, extend between and are pivotally attached to one of the scissors link members of each opposed scissors assembly. Each tread support assembly is constructed of a plurality of support members pivotally attached to the scissors link members of each opposed scissors assembly. Each tread support assembly supports at least one tread plate. In an embodiment, each slidable mounting bracket includes a compressible cushion member that prevents the ramp from reaching a flat or over-center position when in the expanded position.

Abstract: A tubular sliver knit fabric is disclosed that is manufactured with the pile extending from the outer side thereof and in an extended length, small diameter configuration, the tubular sliver knit pile fabric subsequently being separable into shorter tubular segments that may be secured to paint roller cover cores to produce seamless paint rollers. The sliver knit paint roller cover fabric of the present invention is manufactured in a tubular segment with the sliver fibers being located on the outside of the tubular sliver knit paint roller cover fabric. The tubular sliver knit paint roller cover fabric of the present invention is also manufactured in a size that makes it appropriate for installation onto paint roller cover cores.

Abstract: The present invention provides a substrate treatment apparatus for performing a substrate periphery cleaning process. The substrate treatment apparatus includes substrate holding mechanism which holds a substrate, a brush having a cleaning surface inclined with respect to a longitudinal axis thereof extending perpendicularly to a front surface of the substrate held by the substrate holding mechanism, brush moving mechanism which moves the brush along the longitudinal axis and along a lateral axis orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, load detecting unit which detects a load applied along the longitudinal axis to the brush, and first judging unit which judges, based on an output of the load detecting unit, whether or not the brush is located at a reference position serving as a reference for guiding the brush to a treatment position at which the brush is located in the cleaning process.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for removing unwanted materials from the surface of fabrics—such as lint, pills, fuzz, and hair—by contacting the fabric with an open-cell foam or an article of manufacturer comprising an open cell foam and a non-soiling and non-staining benefit agents and/or an auxiliary means for trapping material removed by the fabric exfoliation method.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for cleaning tubes, in particular the internal surfaces of tubes in heat exchange systems. The device comprises a mass (2) with an optionally provided central through-hole (10) disposed thereon, and optionally provided a plurality of protrusions (20, 21) mounted and/or moulded on the mass (2). The through-hole (10) is preferably of a conical shape-like configuration. A plurality of first protrusions (20) is disposed in a fin-like arrangement on the mass (2). A plurality of second protrusions (21) is disposed in a spiral arrangement on the mass (2), and the lengths of the second protrusions (21) are relatively longer than the length of the first protrusions (20). The mass may consist of an asymmetrically positioned weighted core (15) of different weights and sizes to provide a variety of relative density to the device and to serve as a geometrical manipulation to impart rotational momentum and random dynamic motion to the device.

Abstract: A piggable pipeline system is disclosed. One or more pig launcher/receivers may be coupled to a pipeline. At least one fitting may be coupled to the pipeline. The fitting may include a body and at least two passages through the body. The passages are in fluid communication within the body. A diverter is located in at least one of the passages. The diverter is movable between an open position and a closed position. In the open position, the diverter allows open flow between two of the passages. In the closed position, the diverter inhibits flow between the two passages. The pipeline may allow a pig to be launched from at least one of the pig launcher/receivers and returned through the pipeline to at least one of the pig launcher/receivers.

Abstract: Disclosed is a disposable brush head assembly that may be used in conjunction with a toilet cleaning handle or wand. The assembly is a brush head pad that is disposed inside a water soluble wrapper for ease of handling.

Abstract: A convertible implement is provided having a first implement with a first operable head connected to a first handle. The first implement is removably connected to a second implement having a second operable head connected to a second handle.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a cleaning device and a method of manufacturing the same. The cleaning device is configured to be effectively used for cleaning, polishing, drying, scrubbing, and scouring. The cleaning device is constructed of a combination of materials wherein the different component materials are inherently better suited for different functions. The component materials are sized, arranged, and combined to provide a highly effective and versatile cleaning tool.

Abstract: Mini Roller Cleaner is a handle and rod dimensioned to hold standard paint roller covers or mini roller covers. To use the preferred embodiment of Mini Roller Cleaner, a user places a mini paint roller cover or other roller cover on the rod after use and then places the device with the roller cover into a regular size roller spinner for cleaning.

Abstract: A two-sided cloth used for bathing or washing that has an exfoliating mesh nylon netting material on one side of the cloth. The other side of the cloth is the bathing cloth material that allows the individual to thoroughly cleanse the entire body. The cloth also has ropes or a string like devices on the corners of the cloth or anywhere on the cloth used as handles to make it easy for the individual to clean and exfoliate their back. This invention is used to bathe the skin and to deliver a soapy lather as well as exfoliating the skin. The soap is rubbed onto the cloth and the lather is created and is then spread through out the cloth.

Abstract: A tubular knit fabric is disclosed that is manufactured with a pile extending from the outer side thereof and in an extended length, small diameter configuration, the tubular knit pile fabric subsequently being separable into shorter tubular segments that may be secured to paint roller cover cores to produce seamless paint rollers. The knit paint roller cover fabric of the present invention is manufactured in a tubular segment with cut pile segments extending from the outside of the tubular knit paint roller cover fabric. The tubular knit paint roller cover fabric of the present invention is also manufactured in a size that makes it appropriate for installation onto paint roller cover cores.

Abstract: A hand tool used to remove the dirt and mud from under fenders of off road motorcycles and all terrain vehicles, comprising of a handle and a scraper. The tool is adapted to facilitate a user applying force, urging the scraper in a forward motion against the underside of the fender.

Abstract: A brush storage device is shown comprising a cover with an opening located within the cover. The opening can be configured to grip a handle of a liquid media applicator brush such that the bristles of the brush are substantially immersed into a liquid media within a liquid media container when the brush storage device is installed onto the liquid media container. In alternative embodiments, the opening can include a plurality of axially aligned slits that form generally triangular shaped flexible segments that grip the handle of the brush, while in other embodiments, the opening includes a grommet that can grip the handle of the brush.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a camper shell windshield wiper, wherein the wiper unit removes precipitation or debris from a window of the truck camper shell thus allowing the driver to view unobstructed through the window. In particular, the present invention may be used to wipe or sweep the rear-window of the truck camper shell. Specifically, the unitary windshield wiper unit may include a truck camper shell, wiper arm, wiper motor, and wiper blade. The unitary windshield wiper unit may also be associated with a washer fluid reservoir, washer fluid spray nozzle, washer fluid pump, or fluid delivery tube, which may be utilized to contact washer fluid to the window to be wiped, thus removing precipitation and debris from the camper shell window in a more effective manner. The present invention is also a kit for installing a unitary camper shell windshield wiper unit.

Abstract: In the case of a wiper blade for cleaning windscreens on vehicles, particularly motor vehicles, with at least one spray duct arranged in the wiper blade with spray orifices for applying a washing or cleaning fluid to the windscreen to be cleaned, with at least one first connection for connection of the spray duct to an external line for supply of the washing or cleaning fluid and with at least one adapter for connecting the wiper blade to a wiper arm, the at least one connection is part of a connection and distribution element provided on the adapter, which is connected by at least a second connection to a duct section of the spray duct extending away from the adapter.

Abstract: A windshield wiper system for use on a hybrid electric vehicle is capable of adjusting the delay between consecutive cycles based on engine state and vehicle speed. The system includes a windshield wiper and a motor coupled to the windshield wiper. A sensor generates an engine speed signal and another sensor generates a vehicle speed signal. A processor in communication with the sensors and wiper motor provides a drive signal to the wiper motor which is based on the engine and vehicle speed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a windscreen wiper device, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising at least one gear wheel (13), a gear housing (11) and a gear (10) that has a park position switch (12). Up to now the setting of a motor crank to a specific park position has only been possible if the gear housing cover has been fitted. To solve this problem, in the windscreen wiper device according to the invention, the park position switch (12) is situated between the gear wheel(s) (13) and the gear housing (11).

Abstract: A motor vehicle wiper blade includes a support mount extending in a longitudinal main direction, and including a support for a wiping blade and a tubular body having a longitudinal main axis, a structural element in the form of a longitudinal horizontal strip which is accommodated inside the tubular body, and an element for connecting the blade to a drive arm which is mounted on the support mount and which includes a locking mechanism for locking the structural element in a position in the connecting element. The locking mechanism of the connecting element includes, on the one hand, a longitudinal mechanism for locking the structural element in said position, and on the other hand, an angular mechanism for locking the structural element in said position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connection apparatus (10) for a wiper arm (14) and a wiper blade (12). The connection apparatus comprises a first and a second connection part. According to the invention, provision is made for the first connection part to have a first identification means and for the second connection part to have a second identification means which corresponds to the first identification means. The invention also comprises a system with two flat-bar wiper blades, with at least one first identification means being provided on at least one flat-bar wiper blade in order to distinguish between the two wiper blades.

Abstract: A wiper blade made of a compound having a methyl vinyl silicone polymer, a filler, and a friction-reducing additive is provided. The friction-reducing additive is present in an amount from between about 5 and 42 weight percent. The average particle size of the friction-reducing additive is preferably less than about 25 microns, thereby permitting extrusion of the compound into the shape of a wiper blade. Polytetrafluoroethylene is preferred as a friction-reducing additive, but other substances, such as boron nitride or graphite could be used.

Abstract: A floor cleaning tool is described and which includes a vacuum chamber having a fluid intake end, and a fluid exhaust end; a coupling member defining a fluid passageway extending therethrough, and which is integrally coupled to the fluid intake end of the vacuum chamber; and a floor engagement member having a plurality of inlet ports, and which is releasably secured to the coupling member by means of a mortise and tenon joint.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner for use in either a canister form or a stick form is disclosed. The vacuum cleaner includes a cleaner body, a suction unit having an air suction opening formed in a bottom surface of the cleaner body to drawn in air, a dust collecting unit disposed in the cleaner body to separate dust or dirt from the air and to collect and store the dust or dirt therein, and a mode selecting unit on the cleaner body to select one of a first mode and a second mode. The first mode is a mode where a handle member for moving the cleaner body is connected to the cleaner body and the suction unit and the dust collecting unit are communicated with each other. The second mode is a mode where an external accessory is connected to the cleaner body to communicate with the dust collecting unit.

Abstract: A steerable vacuum cleaner comprises an upright body portion which is pivotally mounted at its lower end to the rear of a wheeled floor-engaging head portion. A catch is pivotally mounted intermediate its opposite ends to the upright body portion, the catch having a finger at a forward end arranged to engage a formation on the head portion. The rearward end of the catch defines a foot pedal for moving the forward end of the catch out of engagement with the formation. The catch on the body portion can engage the head portion to prevent the head portion from pivoting sideways and rearwards when the cleaner is not in use.

Abstract: A dust collecting apparatus for a vacuum cleaner is provided. The dust collecting apparatus includes a dust collecting unit, which is detachably mounted in a main body of the vacuum cleaner and comprises an inlet and an exhaust port, to separate dust from air flowing into the inlet, collect the separated dust and discharge air from which the dust has been separated to the exhaust port; a cover to open and close an upper part of the dust collecting unit; a dust compression plate which is capable of upward and downward movement inside the dust collecting unit; and a plunger which penetrates the cover, one end of the plunger being attached to the dust compression plate by a hinge; wherein the plunger enables the dust compression plate to move upwardly and downwardly when dust compression is being performed, and the plunger is retracted and folded down toward the cover about one end of the plunger when dust compression is not being performed.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner includes a cyclone dust separating unit which includes a cyclone part to separate dust from a dust-laden air drawn from a surface being cleaned using a centrifugal force, a dust collecting part comprising a dust chamber to accommodate the dust separated at the cyclone part, and a compressing part to compress the dust accommodated in the dust chamber. The compressing part includes a driving part to rotatably drive a driving axis, and a compressing plate driven in a substantially perpendicular direction with respect to the driving axis according to the rotation of the driving axis, and to compress the dust accommodated in the dust chamber. As a result, a vacuum cleaner is provided, which requires a minimum space for the installation of a compressing part to compress dust inside the dust collecting part, and provides maximum compressing force of the compressing part.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a vacuum cleaner (A) including a nozzle base (C) having a main suction opening (26) and a housing (B) pivotally mounted on the nozzle base (C). An airstream suction source (E) is mounted to one of the housing (B) and the nozzle base (C) for selectively establishing and maintaining a suction airstream flowing from the nozzle main suction opening (26) to an exhaust outlet of the suction source. A filter housing (132, 230, 350, 508, 606, 700, 800, 906) is mounted to one of the nozzle base (C) and the housing (B). The filter housing comprises a filter (150, 270, 272, 704, 804) mounted in the filter housing. An ultraviolet light source (160, 280, 706, 806) is disposed in the filter housing and shines on the filter for disinfecting same.

Abstract: An upright vacuum cleaner with a floor engaging base unit, a body unit pivotally mounted on the base unit, and a dirt chamber removably mounted to the body unit. A filtration device is removably mounted to the dirt chamber, and includes a first member projecting into the dirt chamber and being adapted to allow air to pass therethrough and remove particles from the airflow, and a second member extending from the first member to a sidewall of the dirt chamber to hold the filtration device at a fixed vertical location within the dirt chamber.

Abstract: A withdrawing mechanism includes a catcher 2 disposed on a main body with a swingable member D swingably assembled thereto and configured to capture a striker 1 moving from a front side when the swingable member D is swung toward a reference position; and a load response type damper 6. The catcher 2 is configured to be turnable forward and backward throughout between a standby position and a turned position and to capture the striker 1 in the standby position and turn forward up to the turned position. The damper 6 is configured to apply a damping force to a turning operation of the catcher 2 toward the turned position.

Abstract: A self-cleaning handle, in particular a door handle, door knob or similar, includes a handle surface which can be rotated by a drive in relation to a cleaning unit, to perform a self-cleaning process. To achieve simple construction and operation, the handle surface is configured from a large number of surface segments, which are arranged around the periphery of a cleaning unit, and these surface segments can be rotated about their longitudinal axes.

Abstract: A molded hinge assembly is provided. The molded hinge assembly includes a male portion, a female portion formed unitarily with the male portion, a swivel shaft formed unitarily with the male portion, the swivel shaft including a plurality of channels defined along a rotational axis thereof. The molded hinge assembly also includes a plurality of molding gates formed at an intersection between each respective channel and the female portion, the female portion being subsequently rotatable with respect to the male portion after the molding gates are broken. During operation, the swivel shaft is friction fit within the female portion after the subsequent rotation of the female portion to break the molding gates.

Abstract: A door hinge has a first hinge plate connected with a second hinge plate that is adjustably disposed in a hinge accommodation element, so as to pivot, with a pin on a hinge roll. The hinge accommodation element has a front part and a rear part, and the second hinge plate is guided in the hinge accommodation element so as to move in the vertical direction, and can be tilted in the horizontal direction, relative to the hinge accommodation element, with an adjustment screw. The front part and the rear part of the hinge accommodation element are connected by a connection screw, and the second hinge plate is clamped in place between the front part and the rear part, so that it cannot be displaced in the vertical direction, after the connection screw has been tightened. A hinge system can be formed by three of these door hinges.

Abstract: A hinge assembly is used to pivotally attach a cover to a base of an electronic device and has a stationary leaf, at least one barrel and a pintle assembly. The stationary leaf has an upper end and barrel housing. The barrel housing has a slot and two keyways. Each barrel is mounted in the barrel housing and has a neck and two keys. The neck has two sides. The two keys are formed respectively on the two sides of the neck and are mounted respectively in the keyways. The pintle assembly is mounted through the bushing of the at least one barrel.

Abstract: A hinge apparatus comprises a rotation body and a fixed body. The rotation body includes a frame which has a base body portion, a side portion being orthogonal to a rotation axis and having a first through hole and a cut portion, and a longer side portion having an extending portion and extending along the rotation axis. The extending portion is engaged with the cut portion and has a protruding portion protruding outwardly of the side portion from a tip end side thereof. The fixed body includes: a bracket having a base portion, a first and a second side portions, a superimposed portion extending from the second side portion so as to be overlapped with the first side portion, and an opening passing through the first side portion and the superimposed portion; and a stud inserted through the opening and rotatably securing the frame to the bracket. The protruding portion is contacted with the superimposed portion at a predetermined angle to regulate the rotation of the rotation body.

Abstract: A hinge apparatus for a cover of an image forming apparatus has a hinge body with supporting brackets, movably inserted into a coupling hole positioned in a main body of the image forming apparatus, a hinge cam connected to the cover and pivotably connected to the supporting brackets, and a pressure device disposed at the hinge body to press the hinge cam. Accordingly, the hinge apparatus can be implemented with a simple and easy assembly operation, since it is not a complicated structural connection among the component parts of the hinge apparatus.

Abstract: A hinge device includes: a first connector including a first leaf that is adapted to be fixed to a first part of an electronic device, and a shaft extending from the first leaf; a second connector including a second leaf that is adapted to be fixed to a second part of the electronic device, and a knuckle connected to the second leaf and defining a cylindrical retaining space therein; and a friction-providing sleeve inserted securely and detachably in the retaining space and having an inner surface that defines a cylindrical inner space. The shaft extends into the inner space in the friction-providing sleeve and is in frictional contact with the inner surface of the friction-providing sleeve.

Abstract: A pivotal-axis changing hinge has a stationary leaf, a pivoting leaf, a pintle assembly and a cam. The pivoting leaf and stationary leaf are respectively connected securely to a cover having a rear edge and a keyway and a base having an elongated gudgeon. A parabolic edge is formed at an edge near the elongated gudgeon. The pintle assembly is mounted through the keyway and pivotally through the elongated gudgeon to allow the leaves to pivot along a pivotal axis of the pintle assembly. The cam is mounted on the pintle assembly, rotates simultaneously with the pintle assembly and has a protrusion mounted slidably on the parabolic edge to move the pintle assembly and the cover perpendicularly away from the base when the cover is pivoting. Consequently, the proximal edge of the cover is kept from colliding with the base and the rotating angle of the cover is expanded.

Abstract: A method of making a hinge has the steps of forming a region of a piece of sheet metal with a groove and then bending the piece of sheet metal to form the region into an eye with the groove opening inwardly into the eye so that the piece of sheet metal with the eye forms a first leaf. A pivot pin with a radially outwardly projecting thickened region is fitted and pressed into the eye such that the radially thickened region radially elastically widens the eye. Once the thickened region reaches the groove, the eye springs back so that the pivot pin is then captured held in the eye.

Abstract: This disclosure includes a customized grip handle, including a handle and a formable, polymeric compound layer, having a water-soluble polymeric resin, water, and a gellant. The polymeric compound layer may have an imprint of a hand, which is set upon removal of moisture. A method of making a customized grip handle and a grip kit are also disclosed. The grip kit may include a polymeric compound layer and a self-fusing tape with which a user may cover the handle base and place the compound on it and form a hand imprint.

Abstract: An operating knob to be attached to a supporting member includes an operating part and a connector. The connector is attached to the operating part and includes a fitting cylindrical portion, a stopper disposed at an inner circumferential side of the fitting cylindrical portion to protrude on a radial inside, and housing portion. When the operating part is applied with a load greater than or equal to a predetermined value from an exterior in a direction toward the supporting member in a state where a fitting portion of the supporting member is fitted into the fitting cylindrical portion, the stopper is bent from the radial inside to a direction approximately parallel to the rotation axis so as to be housed in the housing portion and the fitting cylindrical portion moves toward the supporting member along an outer circumference of the fitting portion.

Abstract: In a device on a spinning preparation machine, having a drafting system for drawing at least one fibre sliver with drafting system rollers, forming drafting roller pairs, having power transmission means for driving the drafting system rollers and having a drive motor, the drive of the drafting system rollers is effected from different sides. In order to reduce the number of drive elements and to effect a substantial improvement in efficiency, the drive motor has two rotating drive elements, the drive of at least one roller pair being effected from one side by the first drive element and the drive of at least one other roller pair being effected from the other side by the second drive element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reactor for mixing and reacting two or more fluids as well as transferring heat between said fluids. Said reactor comprises a pressure vessel (g) having at least one inlet and one outlet and which enclose a multi-channel monolithic structure (f), a manifold assembly (b) sealed to one end of said structure where the channel openings are, for feeding fluid to said structure and discharging fluid from said structure, a means (h) sealed to the opposite end of said structure where said manifold assembly is sealed, for changing the direction of fluid flow path 180 degrees when said flow leaves the channels in said structure. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for operating said reactor.

Abstract: A strap structure used as a strap for an object such as mask or swim fin is disclosed. The object has a locking receptacle on either side. The strap structure includes an elastic strap having a coupling member at either end, the coupling member being adapted to releasably secure to the locking receptacle; and an adapting assembly having one end adapted to releasably secure to the coupling member and the other end releasably secure to the locking receptacle. Moreover, the adapting assembly includes one or more adapters so that the strap structure is adapted to secure around one of the different objects with various sizes.

Abstract: A clip capable of firmly securing an EA member even if the thickness of a component such as a vehicle-body sheet metal panel is changed, an EA member provided with the clip, and a structure for securing the EA member are provided. A clip 20 has a flange 21 to be positioned at the surface of an EA member, a shaft 22 projecting from the flange 21 toward an EA-member side, an anchor 23 spreading from an end of the shaft 22 and to be embedded in the EA member, a cut 24 provided in the anchor 23, and a locking section 30 projecting from the flange 21 on a side opposite the shaft 22. The locking section 30 has a cylindrical upright segment 31 standing upright from the flange 21, and a locking piece 32 projecting laterally from the side surface of the upright segment 31 and resiliently thrustable and retractable in its projecting direction.

Abstract: A device for fixing a fabric includes a frame of polygonal shape that is able to accommodate at least one insert, whereby the fabric is wedged between the frame and the insert, the frame includes a groove with a shrunken mouth, and the insert includes a horseshoe-shaped body that can be deformed elastically and can be inserted forcibly into the groove, characterized in that the body includes, on the one hand, a first wall that delimits a housing that opens toward the outside, and, on the other hand, a second wall that defines a retaining surface that can work with the groove, whereby a recess is arranged between the two walls (26, 32) so as to make the deformations of each wall (26, 32) independent, whereby junction zones are provided to connect the first wall and the second wall on both sides of the mouth of the housing.

Abstract: A quick release buckle has male and female components releasably joined in snap engagement. A release lever on the female component provides a means of disengaging the components. The release lever may be actuated either by pulling on a lanyard cord to which it is connected, or by accessing a lift tab projecting from its forward end.