Abstract: A new family of crystalline aluminosilicate zeolites has been synthesized and designated as UZM-54. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R1 r1p1+R2 r2p2+Al1-xExSiyOz where M is an alkali, alkaline earth, or rare earth metal such as sodium or strontium, R1 and R2 are organoammonium cation and E is a framework element such as gallium, iron, boron, or indium. These zeolites are characterized by unique x-ray diffraction patterns, high meso-surface areas and low Si/Al2 ratios and have catalytic properties for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes.

Abstract: A new configuration of ZSM-5 is provided whereby the crystals have a higher average silica to alumina ratio at the edges of each crystallite than in the centre as determined from a narrow slit line scan profile obtained from SEM/EDX or TEM/EDX elemental analysis. Such ZSM-5 crystals are obtained by a preparation process using L-tartaric acid. The new configuration ZSM-5 provides significantly reduced xylene losses in ethylbenzene dealkylation, especially when combined with silica as binder, and one or more hydrogenation metals selected from platinum, tin, lead, silver, copper, and nickel.

Abstract: A process for preparing a tin-containing zeolitic material having an MWW-type framework structure comprising providing a zeolitic material having an MWW-type framework structure having vacant tetrahedral framework sites, providing a tin-ion source in solid form, and incorporating tin into the zeolitic material via solid-state ion exchange.

Abstract: A method for synthesizing small crystals of silicoaluminophosphate-34 (SAPO-34) molecular sieves with high structural purity. The method includes forming a first slurry and a second slurry which are aged separately to form a first aged slurry and a second aged slurry. The first slurry includes a first source of phosphorus, a first source of aluminium, a first source of silicon, and at least one first organic structure directing agent. The second slurry includes a second source of phosphorus, a second source of aluminium, a second source of silicon, and at least one second organic structure directing agent. Then, the first aged slurry and the second aged slurry are combined to form a mixture of aged slurries. Finally, crystallization of silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieves comprising the SAPO-34 molecular sieves is induced from the mixture of aged slurries.

Abstract: In one aspect, catalytic membranes are described herein. In some embodiments, a catalytic membrane comprises a surface functionalized with a polymer, the polymer comprising cellulose solubilization functionalities and acid functionalities for the catalytic hydrolysis of cellulose and/or hemicellulose.

Abstract: Disclosed are a catalyst composition and a method of hydroformylating olefin using the same, which may maintain catalyst activity through improvement of catalyst stability and reduce a use amount of a ligand while improving selectivity to iso-aldehyde, by using a specific ligand to a transition metal catalyst and a ligand stabilizer together in hydroformylation of olefin.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and designs of enclosed-channel reactor system for manufacturing catalysts or supports. Both of the configuration designs force the gaseous precursors and purge gas flow through the channel surface of reactor. The precursors will transform to thin film or particle catalysts or supports under adequate reaction temperature, working pressure and gas concentration. The reactor body is either sealed or enclosed for isolation from atmosphere. Another method using super ALD cycles is also proposed to grow alloy catalysts or supports with controllable concentration. The catalysts prepared by the method and system in the present invention are noble metals, such as platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium, or transition metals such as iron, silver, cobalt, nickel and tin, while supports are silicon oxide, aluminum oxide, zirconium oxide, cerium oxide or magnesium oxide, or refractory metals, which can be chromium, molybdenum, tungsten or tantalum.

Abstract: Catalysts, in particular clay catalysts, use in alkylation reaction of aromatic compounds, e.g., aromatic amines, that have lost activity during use, are regenerated by contacting the used catalyst with a mixture of a minor amount of an acid, in a mixture with water and an organic solvent. The regeneration process is readily incorporated into an alkylation process for aromatic amines.

Abstract: A high capacity hybrid ion exchange material with enhanced ability to selectively remove molecular (organics) and anionic (fluoride ion and oxyanions of phosphorus and arsenic) species from drinking water, industrial streams, and wastes, for applications predominantly in the medical and food industries.

Abstract: Various embodiments include a system having: a pipetting chamber; a set of pipettor cartridges docked in the pipetting chamber; a gantry system mounted on a ceiling within the pipetting chamber, the gantry system including: at least one stationary track aligned in a first direction; and a movable track aligned in a second direction distinct from the first direction, the movable track coupled to the at least one stationary track; and a carrier configured to transport each of the set of pipettor cartridges to a pipetting location within the pipetting chamber, the carrier configured to move each pipettor cartridge in a third direction perpendicular to both the first and second directions.

Abstract: A measuring arrangement comprising: a support element having a longitudinal axis, wherein a sensor for ascertaining a process variable of a gaseous or liquid fluid is arranged on the support element; and the sensor, wherein the sensor has a fluid duct, which extends within the sensor. The support element has a fluid duct, and for mechanical connection of the fluid duct with the fluid duct of the sensor a bonding layer, which extends over a portion of a surface of the support element and over a portion of a surface of the sensor. The bonding layer comprises at least one fluorinated polymer. The support element has for connection of the fluid duct of the support element with the fluid duct of the sensor, in each case, at least one connection element, which protrude from the support element perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis and which protrude inwardly into the fluid duct of the sensor.

Abstract: A valve assembly for use with a flexible container, in which the valve assembly is anchored to the flexible container. The valve assembly provides for the egress of fluid from the flexible container such that the interior surfaces flexible container do not block or otherwise prevent fluid flow or fluidic communication between the interior of the flexible container and the valve assembly. The portion of the valve assembly within the interior of the flexible container includes a support structure that prevents the walls of the flexible container from collapsing down on, and blocking either completely or in part, fluid flow through the opening of the valve inside of the flexible container.

Abstract: A microfluidic device and method of its use. A workable microfluidic device (100) includes a channel (116) extending between an entry aperture (230) and a vent (118). Part of the channel (116) is arranged to permit interrogation of particles carried by a fluid passing therethrough. Suction structure carried on the device (100) is disposed in fluid communication with the channel operably to apply a reduced pressure at the entry aperture (230) effective to infuse an amount of fluid through the entry aperture and into a receiving zone (122, 122?, 122?) of the channel. The entry aperture (230) is placed into a bulk fluid, and the suction structure is operated to load a sample into the microfluidic device (100).

Abstract: A device is described having a first surface having a plurality of first areas and a second surface having a plurality of second areas. The first surface and the second surface are opposed to one another and can move relative to each other from at least a first position where none of the plurality of first areas, having a first substance, are exposed to plurality of second areas, having a second substance, to a second position. When in the second position, the plurality of first and second areas, and therefore the first and second substances, are exposed to one another. The device may further include a series of ducts in communication with a plurality of first second areas to allow for a substance to be disposed in, or upon, the plurality of second areas when in the first position.

Abstract: A wedge device is movable to alternatively engage and disengage the upper portion of the bowl liner of a crusher. The wedge device comprises a wedge having a forward portion and a cavity configured to receive a cylinder. At the rearward portion of the wedge device is a bolt. A threaded end of the bolt is configured to mate with a like-threaded nut. The wedge device is positioned such that the head of the bolt contacts an outer surface of the crusher. A cylinder is placed within the cavity. When the cylinder is pressurized, the wedge nose engages the bowl liner. The nut is then easily rotated and moved into a “holding” position behind the rearward portion of the wedge. The cylinder can then be removed from the wedge cavity and moved for use with another wedge device. A lock plate can be used to prevent rotation of the nut.

Abstract: An erecting angle regulating part 50 is provided to regulate an erecting direction upper limit angle el of a crushing hammer 13 at a predetermined angle (e.g., approximately 50°) during driving of a rotary drive shaft 17.

Abstract: Graphene platelet nano composites with metal or metal oxides. The coated and composited particles are useful as electrodes and for electrical applications.

Abstract: A method of fragmenting a material by means of high voltage discharges includes feeding the material through a process zone arranged between two electrodes flooded with a process liquid. High voltage discharges are generated between the electrodes and process liquid is fed into and discharged from the process zone. In that state, a degree of turbidity of the process liquid discharged is determined and compared with a reference value. In case a deviation from the reference value is detected, one or more parameters of the generation of high voltage discharges and/or of the feeding of the material through the process zone are changed such that, when after the changing of the parameters the determination of the degree of turbidity and the comparing with the reference value is repeated, the deviation which is detected is reduced or no deviation is detected.

Abstract: A method of recycling a filler included in artificial turf by sorting the filler into two or more materials, including: a first sorting operation of sorting the two or more materials based on a grain size; and a second sorting operation of sorting the materials, which are sorted by the first sorting operation and have grain sizes belonging to a predetermined range, based on specific gravity.

Abstract: A multi-purpose showerhead to increase the ease and efficiency of personal hygiene. The back of the showerhead has a compartmental chamber which houses several multi-functional hygienic water tools of different colors or braille that can be personalized for each individual. The chamber also a tile and grout cleaner. The inside of showerhead with multi-functional hygienic water tools and the inside of the chamber are coated or made in an antibacterial substance. Each tool comprises a spring-activated rubber slide, which, when activated, slides whichever individual tool is required, out of the aperture and makes it available for use.

Abstract: A sprinkler fitting comprises a spout and a deflector moveably connected to one another, the deflector being formed from a resilient material in a single piece. The sprinkler fitting may be manufactured by; forming a spout; moulding a deflector in a resilient plastics material; and pressing the deflector onto the spout.

Abstract: An electrostatic spray system includes an electrostatic tool, a spray tip assembly configured to receive a coating material, and an airflow to atomize and charge the coating material, and spray the coating material in an airflow direction. The spray tip assembly includes a first air cap horn having a recess in a first distal surface, a first charging pin disposed within the recess, and a grounded pin coupled to the spray tip assembly. The first charging pin and the grounded pin are configured to produce an electric field that charges the coating material.

Abstract: The method for flame spraying thermoplastic powders provides to heat the article to be coated at a suitable working temperature and to feed the said thermoplastic powders, transported by an inert gas, a flow of compressed air and a flow of liquefied petroleum gas through respective separated discharge chambers (7, 9, 12), shaped inside a mixing device (1) of a spray gun. The thermoplastic powders are then projected, in a resulting flow (30), on the heated surface of the article to be coated, to determine the melting of the same powders at their contact with said heated surface. At least one couple of flows (31, 32) of compressed air is sprayed converging towards the resulting flow (30) flowing out of the mixing device (1), giving the resulting flow (30) a substantially flattened fan shape.

Abstract: A system for pressurizing and dispensing one or more fluids is provided. A chemical or cleaning agent is connected to a high pressure pump to entrain a first volume or flow of fluid with a cleaning agent. The cleaning agent or chemical is applied to the system and flow path of the system at various different locations. Spray guns and washing wands for use with various systems are also provided.

Abstract: A double-walled tube for dispensing product includes an inner wall, an outer wall positioned around the inner wall, and an opening defined by the inner wall. The inner wall and outer wall are flexible to dispense product held within the inner wall through the opening when the inner wall and outer wall are flexed.

Abstract: A spray head for a spray bottle includes a spray mechanism connected to a tube that extends into the spray bottle. The spray mechanism draws fluid from a bottom of the spray bottle, through the tube, to produce a spray of the fluid. A threaded female fitting attaches to a threaded top of the spray bottle. The threaded female, when screwed on to the threaded top of the spray bottle, securely attaches the spray head to the spray bottle. A refill valve, when opened, provides a conduit to refill the spray bottle so that fluid can be poured into the spray bottle without unscrewing the threaded fitting and removing the spray head from the spray bottle. A refill valve cap, when in a shut position, closes the refill valve to prevent spilling of the liquid when the spray bottle is not being refilled.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing system is provided. The liquid dispensing system comprises a fluid applicator with an inlet and an outlet. The liquid dispensing system also comprises a fluid flow path comprising an inlet configured to couple to a fluid source on a first end, and the fluid applicator on a second end. The liquid dispensing system also comprises a pump system configured to drive flow of fluid from the fluid source along the fluid flow path to the fluid applicator. The liquid dispensing system also comprises a pressure relief system. The pressure relief system comprises a return line. The pressure relief system also comprises a pressure relief valve. The pressure relief system when actuated, is configured to actuate a pressure relief valve such that the return line receives a portion of fluid within the fluid flow path in response to a detected pressure proximate the fluid applicator.

Abstract: A painting jig assembly includes a frame that may be positioned on a support surface. A mount is attached to the frame and the mount may have a door mounted therein such that the door is retained in an upright position thereby facilitating all sides of the door to be painted.

Abstract: A cleaning device, which includes a clean water tank, a water pump and a cleaning head. A water outlet of the clean water tank is connected with the water pump, and a water outlet of the water pump is connected with the cleaning head through an outlet pipe. The cleaning device further includes an outlet control switch and a one-way water hydraulic control valve. The outlet control switch is provided on the outlet pipe; a water inlet of the one-way water hydraulic control valve is connected with the outlet pipe, and a joint of the water inlet of the one-way water hydraulic control valve and the outlet pipe is disposed between the outlet control switch and the water pump; and a water outlet of the one-way water hydraulic control valve is communicated with a water inlet of the clean water tank.

Abstract: A foam tape having a flat cross-section with rounded edges and, on one face, an adhesive stripe covering substantially all of the face except for between 2 and 3 mm either side, and being capable of taking on and maintaining a curvature, when adhered by its adhesive to a surface, on a radius of 160 mm without kinking.

Abstract: An improved underground sprinkler system having pop-up sprinklers installed within specifically arranged underground trenches. The kit comprises a flow control member that attaches to the water faucet can be manually or automatically switched between water zones where the underground sprinkler are placed.

Abstract: A jetting device comprising: a fluid chamber connected to a nozzle and containing a fluid to be jetted, and an electrically conductive medium; a magnetic field source arranged to create a magnetic field in the electrically conductive medium; a pair of electrodes contacting the electrically conductive medium; and a controller arranged to control a flow of an electric current through the electrodes and the electrically conductive medium, characterized in that the pair of electrodes is configured to constitute a sonode for generating an ultrasonic acoustic wave in the electrically conductive medium, and the controller is arranged to activate the sonode during a time at which the jetting device does not perform a jetting operation.

Abstract: A variable output dispensing applicator is configured to dispense patterns of adhesive onto a substrate, such as striped patterns and box-shaped patterns defined by zones of full volume adhesive and zones of reduced volume adhesive. The dispensing applicator includes a liquid dividing module positioned directly between a supply manifold and a dispensing module. The liquid dividing module divides flow of adhesive from the manifold into first and second partial flows of adhesive, one of which continuously flows to the dispensing module and another of which is controlled to either be recirculated or delivered to the dispensing module. These different operating states of the liquid dividing module therefore enable highly responsive and rapid switching between a reduced or partial volume output and a full volume output immediately before discharge at the dispensing module.

Abstract: A liquid dividing module is located between a manifold and a dispensing module in a variable output dispensing applicator, to thereby enable the applicator to dispense patterns of adhesive onto a substrate, such as striped patterns and box-shaped patterns defined by zones of full volume adhesive and zones of reduced volume adhesive. The liquid dividing module divides a full volume flow of adhesive at a liquid inlet into first and second partial flows of adhesive, one of which continuously flows to a liquid outlet and another of which is controlled to either be recirculated or delivered to the liquid outlet. The different operating states of the liquid dividing module therefore enable highly responsive and rapid switching between the reduced volume output and a full volume output immediately before discharge at the dispensing module.

Abstract: A decorative coating film formed on a surface of a resinous base placed on a path of electromagnetic waves of a radar device, the decorative coating film including: fine particles of a silver alloy dispersed in the decorative coating film; and a light-transmissive binder resin with which the fine particles of a silver alloy are bonded, wherein the silver alloy consists of an alloy of silver and zinc, the zinc being contained in an amount of 0.5 to 50 mass % relative to the silver.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a film coating device that includes an ink sprayer, a holder, and a heater. The holder is used to hold a substrate to be coated a film. The ink sprayer sprays film material on the substrate with a preset spraying quantity and stepping rate. The heater heats the film material to a predetermined temperature range during the film spraying process in order to decrease a surface tension difference of the film material. The present invention also discloses a film coating method using the film coating device.

Abstract: A multilayer coating film includes a lower coating film 5 containing a colorant, and an upper coating film 6. If the upper coating film 6 has a refractive index n1 of greater than or equal to 1.2 and less than or equal to 1.5, the ratio n1/n2 of the refractive index n1 of this upper coating film 6 to the refractive index n2 of the lower coating film 5 is set to be greater than or equal to 0.67 and less than or equal to 1. If the upper coating film has a refractive index n1 of greater than or equal to 1.6 and less than or equal to 3.0, the refractive index ratio n1/n2 is set to be greater than 1 and less than or equal to 1.67.

Abstract: A magnetically retained screen assembly for a conveyor for processing goods is disclosed. The magnetically retained screen assembly includes one or more magnetic screens and one or more magnet assemblies, wherein the one or more magnet assemblies are configured to magnetically retain the one or more magnetic screens within the conveyor support structure.

Abstract: A screening device including elastic screen lining elements that are attached to first and second cross-bars, the first and second cross-bars being alternately arranged in a vibrationally driven frame of the screening device. The first cross-bars are rigidly connected to the frame, and the second cross-bars are mounted in the frame by means of spring elements. The frame has openings for accommodating the spring elements, the openings being located in a region of end faces of the second cross-bars.

Abstract: Postal sorting equipment comprises a sorting machine with an unstacking member (5) and a feed magazine (7). The equipment further comprises storage trays (4) for storing mailpieces (3) and for bringing them into the feed magazine. The magazine has a deck with a first deck portion (22) that is superposed above a second deck portion (23). Each tray (4) has a bottom (26) provided with a groove that is open to the front and to the top of the tray. The first deck portion and the groove of each tray are designed to fit together so that when a tray filled with mailpieces in a stack and on edge is standing on the second deck portion, the first deck portion comes to fit into the groove in the tray under the stack of mailpieces, thereby enabling the mailpieces to be unloaded automatically from the tray.

Abstract: A postal sorting machine includes a sorting conveyor having sorting outlets, a first feed branch adapted for automatically injecting heterogeneous postal articles of the small parcel type into the sorting conveyor, and a second feed branch adapted for injecting homogeneous flat mailpieces of the letter type, or the magazine type, or of some analogous type into the sorting conveyor. The first feed branch has an inlet adapted for receiving the heterogeneous postal articles loose, and it is provided with at least one robotized handling arm of the “pick and place” type.

Abstract: Various arrangements involving a single-stream sorting system are presented, such as for use in sorting a single stream of recyclable materials. The single-stream sorting system may include a platform for an operator to stand on. The single-stream sorting system may include a circular conveyor that rotates in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction to move the stream of items around the platform. The single-stream sorting system may include a plurality of item collector chutes arranged in a circular pattern around an outer circumference of the circular conveyor. The stream of items deposited on the conveyor is rotated around the circular platform and proximate to each item collector chute of the plurality of item collector chutes to allow items from the stream of items to be moved from the circular conveyor into the plurality of item collector chutes.

Abstract: A central assembly for a bin sweep apparatus having at least two sweep elements movable substantially independently of each other about the central assembly may comprise a center post and a pair of sweep interface assemblies on the center post. Each sweep interface assembly may be associated with one of the sweep elements of the bin sweep apparatus. In some embodiments, each sweep interface assembly may be configured to sense a position of one of the sweep elements. In some embodiments, each sweep interface assembly may be configured to provide power to one of the sweep elements.

Abstract: A substrate processing apparatus includes a substrate processing part 3 and a washing unit 40. The washing unit 40 includes a main body 43 having a liquid supplying port 41 and a liquid jetting port 42, a flow channel 44 formed between the liquid supplying port 41 and the liquid jetting port 42, and a valve 45 provided in the flow channel 44. In the washing unit 40, when the valve 45 is opened, the flow channel 44 is opened, thereby causing the liquid jetting port 42 to jet liquid, and when the valve 45 is closed, the flow channel 44 is closed, thereby causing the liquid jetting port 42 to stop jetting liquid. The flow channel 44 is provided with a water-hammer reducing mechanism 48 that operates to reduce damage to the flow channel 44 caused by a water hammer phenomenon when the valve 45 is closed.

Abstract: A substrate processing method includes a first gas discharge step of discharging, from a first discharge port, a first gas containing a vapor of a low surface tension liquid having a lower surface tension than a processing liquid and spraying, to a liquid film of the processing liquid, the first gas from a direction intersecting the upper surface such that a liquid film removal region where the liquid film is removed from the liquid film of the processing liquid is formed, a second gas discharge step of discharging a second gas containing a vapor of a low surface tension liquid having a lower surface tension than the processing liquid from an annular second discharge port different from the first discharge port laterally and radially and a liquid film removal region enlargement step of enlarging the liquid film removal region.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus designed to control the application of the previously uncontrollable reaction of a peroxide composition and an alkaline composition, and accurately maintain the desired composition ratios for removal of and destruction of microbiological and organic contamination on a surface safely and without waste of the materials. The apparatus may also be used to maintain the highest demulsifying and antimicrobial activity of an organic acid composition blended with a peroxide composition by limiting contact time and the level of degradation of the components of the organic acid composition. A method of using the apparatus is provided for removing biofilm, bacteria, fungal cells, spores, fragments, and hyphae, microbiological slime, and organic contaminants from porous and non-porous surfaces, maintaining the integrity and life expectancy of the substrates, and increasing their resistance to new biofilm formation and microbiological deposition.

Abstract: A system for maintaining conduits and pipes after their installation into a pipeline system used to transport material in a fluid or flowable form. The system includes a maintenance tool adopted for use inside the pipe, an umbilical attached to the maintenance tool for pulling the tool through the pipe; and a pluralities of bearings positioned around the umbilical in order to allow the tool to be pulled through the pipe around bends and turns in the pipe.

Abstract: A jet nozzle and assembly for removing sludge deposits in oil storage tanks is provided. The jet nozzle can include a rigid conduit connectable to a pressurize liquid supply, a pivotal connection connected to the rigid conduit and a spray nozzle connected to the pivotal connection so that the spray nozzle can pivot around the proximal end of the spray nozzle. The assembly can include a manway cover attachable to a manway of a tank, a flange member provided on the manway cover with an aperture passing through the manway cover and inside the flange member, a valve connected to the flange member and a spool connected to the valve. A cover having an opening passing therethrough can be attached to the spool. The rigid conduit of the jet nozzle can be inserted through the opening in the cover so that the jet nozzle extends inside the assembly.

Abstract: Sorbent polymers which are selective to taking up hydrocarbons are provided for separating hydrocarbons from fluids and taking up hydrocarbons from off of and intermixed with solid materials. The hydrocarbons may at least partially be expressed out of and recovered from the polymer by squeezing. The polymers may be re-used for picking up additional hydrocarbons. Methods for producing and using the polymers are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aluminum hot strip rolling train comprises a multi-stand tandem finish rolling train (2) with at least one winding reel (8) arranged downstream in the rolling direction and at least one paired cooling section (4). The aim of the invention is to provide a solution which allows cooling curves and temperature-time paths in the rolling stock to be adjusted in an improved manner during an aluminum hot strip rolling process in a tandem finish rolling train. This is achieved in that the at least one cooling section (4) is arranged in the discharge region of the aluminum hot strip rolling train, and the tandem finish rolling train (2) is paired with at least one trimmer (6) arranged downstream in the rolling direction.