Abstract: A bleached softwood kraft pulp fiber with high alpha cellulose content and increased brightness and whiteness is provided. Methods for making the kraft fiber and products made from it are also described.

Abstract: The present document discloses a tool or tool part for use in a process of molding a product from a pulp slurry. The tool or tool part comprises a self-supporting tool wall portion having a product face, for contacting the product, and a back face on the other side of the wall relative to the product face. The tool wall portion presenting pores, which are provided by a plurality of channels extending through the tool wall portion, from the product face to the back face. The channels are straight or curved with no more than one point of inflection.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for waste-to-energy ash in engineered aggregate in road construction.

Abstract: A screed extension control system adapted for use on a screed assembly having a main screed, a main screed contact surface, a screed extension, and a screed extension contact surface. The screed extension control system comprises a slope actuator, a height actuator, at least one sensor, and a controller that is adapted to receive feedback from the at least one sensor. A virtual pivot point location is defined by a position where the main screed contact surface and the screed extension contact surface intersect. The controller causes at least one of the slope actuator and the height actuator to move between an extended position and a retracted position to control the position of the virtual pivot point location along the length of the main screed. A method for adjusting the screed extension position relative to the main screed.

Abstract: A method of making a modular engineered wood composite road (40) includes determining a bearing strength of the soil at a location where the modular engineered wood composite road will be installed; determining a bearing strength of the soil at a location where a modular engineered wood composite road (40) will be installed; determining a flexural strength and stiffness required for the modular engineered wood composite road (40) based on the determined bearing strength of the soil at the location where the modular engineered wood composite road (40) will be installed; assembling a plurality of engineered wood composite billets (46) from a plurality of composite wood laminations, wherein each engineered wood composite billet (46) has the required flexural strength and stiffness; and assembling the engineered wood composite billets (46) to define the modular engineered wood composite road (40).

Abstract: Method for automatically repairing road potholes includes: irradiating and receiving laser to and from potholes, taking image of potholes and storing image information, calculating distance to potholes, calculating surface area of potholes based on distance to potholes and image information, transmitting image information and surface area information to vehicle device, storing surface area information and image information, calculating the amount of asphalt concrete based on surface area information, heating work area of potholes, cutting work area of potholes, crushing asphalt, sucking in crushed asphalt and storing it in residue storage tank, removing scraps of potholes, supplying asphalt concrete from asphalt concrete storage tank to potholes, receiving weight information from digital gauge at the bottom of the asphalt concrete storage tank to calculate the amount of asphalt concrete, flattening asphalt concrete on the potholes, and displaying image after completion of laying of asphalt concrete on the pot

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an orthotropic deck panel includes securing a rib member in a first fixture, beveling an edge surface of the rib member while the rib member is secured in the first fixture, and releasing the rib member from the first fixture, attaching the rib member to a deck plate, and attaching a floor beam to the rib member and the deck plate.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a safety trailer has semi-tractor hitches at both ends and a safety wall that is fixed to one side of the trailer. That side, however, can be changed to the right or left side of the road, depending on the end to which the truck attaches. A caboose can be attached at the end of the trailer opposite the tractor to provide additional lighting and impact protection. Optionally, the trailer can be equipped with overhead protection, lighting, ventilation, onboard hydraulics, compressors, generators and other equipment, as well as related fuel, water, storage and restroom facilities and other amenities.

Abstract: A waste bag for animal excrement. The waste bag may include independent drawstrings for cinching the bag.

Abstract: A method for containing wind-driven snow, sleet, ice and other particulate to prevent it from drifting on paths of travel and becoming airborne, obscuring visibility, and drifting. Method involves the application of liquid, slurry, foam, gel, powder, or heat to a desired treatment area with a field of snow in a diffuse pattern. The applied treatment prevents the movement of the loose precipitation either by mixing with the precipitation and freezing to form a crust or alternatively by creating a liquid or semi-liquid slush that is not easily displaced by high winds.

Abstract: An illuminated shovel assembly, configured to protect a user while shoveling during snowy and/or low light conditions, including: an elongated shaft, wherein the elongated shaft includes a length, a first proximal end, and a second distal end; a handle sub-assembly, wherein the handle sub-assembly is secured to or forms part of the first proximal end of the elongated shaft; a blade implement, wherein the blade implement is secured to or forms part of the second distal end of the elongated shaft; and a light sub-assembly, wherein the light sub-assembly comprises an energy source, a switch, and one or more light sources. Preferably, the light sources emit stroboscopic light substantially orthogonally to and away from the length of the elongated shaft to, in turn, alert third parties of the presence of the user and the shovel assembly. In addition, the illuminated shovel assembly preferably includes an accelerometer that provides auto-on and/or auto-off functionality to the light source.

Abstract: A moldboard utility system enhances the features of a moldboard, or snowplow on a vehicle by integrating known vehicle components into different sections of the moldboard. Lighting, towing, and powering components commonly found on a vehicle are integrated into the moldboard. A moldboard lighting system includes headlights, turn signal lights, fog lights, spot lights, light emitting diodes, and emergency lights. The lights integrate directly into the various sections of the moldboard. For example, a headlight positions in a central section of the moldboard, directing an illumination onto the roadway. Turn signal lights attach to a pair of wings on the moldboard. The moldboard lighting system positions onto the moldboard in substantially the same elevation and orientation as vehicle lighting. A towing system integrates into the moldboard, enabling a tow line to attach to the moldboard or vehicle tow hook. A powering system integrates into the moldboard, providing access to power.

Abstract: A plow assembly includes a mounting structure configured to mount at a vehicle, a center plow attached at the mounting structure, and a plow wing mounted at an end of the center plow via a first attachment assembly and a second attachment assembly. Each of the first and second attachment assemblies includes an elongated attachment element and a biasing element. The elongated attachment element attaches a respective rear portion of the plow wing at the center plow and engages the biasing element at the rear of the center plow. The biasing element allows for movement of the attachment element at the rear of the center plow to allow for pivotal movement of the plow wing relative to the center plow. The biasing element limits pivotal movement of the plow wing and biases the plow wing towards a neutral state, where the plow wing is generally normal to the center plow.

Abstract: A docking system to aid in docking a boat includes an elongate member that engages the dock and a distal end extending into the body of water away from the dock. A line having configured to attach to the beach or walkway is connected to a distal end of the elongate member. A first connecting assembly, including a first line that is releasably securable to the dock and a float secured to a distal portion of the first line, engages a distal portion of the elongate member. A second connecting assembly comprising a second line is releasably securable to the dock. At least two elongate floats are secured to the second line. The second connecting assembly is connected to the float of the first connecting assembly, and the second connecting assembly is longer than the first line.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an economical debris flow blocking dam structure and a construction method thereof. The present invention aims to provide an economical debris flow blocking dam structure with simple structural design, construction convenience, safety, reliability and strong practicality, and a construction method thereof, to reduce concrete usage amount and save investment.

Abstract: A precast dam structure includes at least two precast segments coupled together via linkages and a flow path structure. The flow path structure defines a flow path having an intake port and a draft port and is associated with at least one of the at least two precast segments. The flow path structure is configured to provide a change in flow direction, either internally or externally, from the at least one of the at least two precast segments.

Abstract: Soil penetrometers capable of measuring soil reflectance along the direction of insertion of the penetrometer are provided. The penetrometer can house an array of sensors, such as, for example, a Vis-NIR reflectance sensor, a load cell, a displacement sensor, and a moisture sensor. The reflectance data collected using the penetrometer can allow the interpretation and quantification of soil constituents and contaminants at high vertical resolution, such as 3 cm or more.

Abstract: A hybrid foundation structure includes a first perforation hole formed in the ground, at least one second perforation hole formed adjacent to the first perforation hole on a side surface of the first perforation hole, and a first pile and a second pile formed by mixing and injecting soil and soil solidifying agent into the first perforation hole and the second perforation hole.

Abstract: A drive point for a substantially tubular driven pile, wherein the drive point can be fitted onto a pile end of the driven pile, wherein at least one first support limb with a first support surface configured to abut an end face of the pile end of the driven pile is arranged at an inside wall of the drive point, wherein at least one support device with a ground surface is arranged at an outer surface of the drive point, and wherein the ground surface of the at least one support device supports the drive point when on a ground into which the drive point is to be driven in a driving-in direction.

Abstract: The object of the present invention relates to a method for producing drilled piles, wherein a drilling tool is sunk into the subsoil by applying a drilling torque and a vertical force, the drilling tool is then again retracted and an additional material is introduced into the resulting bore. According to the invention, the drilling tool is set in vibration by one or more actuators while it is sunk into the subsoil and/or during the retraction of the drilling tool, wherein a resulting oscillation amplitude has at least one horizontal portion. The invention also relates to a corresponding drilling tool for producing boreholes or drilled piles in a subsoil. The present invention further relates to a depth vibrator for the displacement and consolidation of subsoil material as well as a method for the displacement and consolidation of subsoil material.

Abstract: The invention relates to an upending system for an elongated tubular element like an offshore foundation pile or a turbine mast, the system comprising; a pile frame for supporting a elongated tubular element, the pile frame comprising a pile support member for engaging a pile wall in order to avoid movement of the elongated tubular element with respect to the pile frame, and a coupling section, a support structure for supporting the pile frame, wherein the coupling section is rotatably supported by the support structure to allow rotation of the pile frame with respect to the support structure, wherein the support structure and the coupling section of the pile frame are configured such that the pile frame is detachably coupled to the support structure.

Abstract: A pivot coupling system that permits the use of attachable equipment such as material pushers or containment plows with a range of vehicles including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility task vehicle (UTV), lawn and garden tractors, small farm tractors, small trucks, skid-steer loaders, etc.

Abstract: A track-type tractor may comprise an operator cab, an engine, a frame supporting the operator cab and the engine, and an implement configured to move a load. The track-type tractor may further comprise at least one hydraulic lift cylinder configured to raise and lower the implement. The hydraulic lift cylinder may include a head end, a rod end, and a cylinder barrel. The cylinder barrel may be connected to the backside of the implement, and the rod end may be connected to the frame.

Abstract: A strongarm device for use with a hydro excavation hose includes a support frame configured to carry hydro excavation equipment, a support post having first and second ends, the first end being secured to the support frame, and a boom having a first end and a second end, where the first end is pivotally connected to the second end of the support post and configured for the second end of the boom to rotate relative thereto. In addition, the strongarm device includes a bracket secured to and suspended from the second end of the boom, and a roller secured to the bracket and configured for the hydro excavation hose to roll back and forth over an upper surface of the roller.

Abstract: A hydraulic excavator includes an upper revolving unit revolvably mounted on a lower traveling unit. A counterweight is disposed on a rear end part of the upper revolving unit. A structure is disposed in front of the counterweight on the upper revolving unit. An upper surface of the structure has a substantially flat area. A first antenna supporting part is configured to support a first antenna. A second antenna supporting part is configured to support a second antenna. Each of the first and second antenna supporting parts is disposed above the substantially flat area of the upper surface of the structure.

Abstract: A work machine includes a prime mover, a hydraulic pump to be operated by the prime mover to output an operation fluid, a hydraulic device to be operated by the operation fluid, a measurement sensor to measure a first temperature and a second temperature, the first temperature being a temperature of the operation fluid at starting of the prime mover, the second temperature being a temperature of the operation fluid after the starting of the prime mover, and a controller including a determiner to determine an upper limit revolution speed based on the first temperature, the upper limit revolution speed being an upper limit of a revolution speed of the prime mover, and a changer to change the upper limit revolution speed based on the second temperature.

Abstract: A system of identifying a payload destination, the system including: one or more sensors; and an identifying module configured to: receive a plurality of inputs from the one or more sensors, the plurality of inputs being associated with payload delivery from a lifting machine; define a plurality of input destination identifiers based on the plurality of inputs; compare the plurality of input destination identifiers with stored identifiers in order to establish one or more destination match estimates; and identify the payload destination based on the one or more destination match estimates.

Abstract: A system of calculating a payload weight, the system including: a first sensor configured to assist in determining an actuator load associated with a ram, the ram being connected to a lifting member; and a calibration module configured to retrieve a calibration factor based on movement of the ram, the calibration factor being applied to the actuator load to thereby provide an adjusted actuator load; wherein the payload weight is calculated based on the adjusted actuator load.

Abstract: A lug member is provided for a wear member retention system for an implement. The lug member includes an elongated body having a length dimension. A wear member engagement portion extends toward a distal end of the elongated body. A compression bolt assembly engaging portion is adjacent a proximal end of the elongated body. The compression bolt assembly engaging portion defines at least one bore configured to receive a compression bolt.

Abstract: A temperature limiting valve assembly and its associated limiting arrangement are provided. The temperature limiting valve assembly includes a valve body and the limiting arrangement installed on the valve body. The limiting arrangement includes a limiting member and clip removably installed on the limiting member. The clip defines a limiting position of the valve assembly. The limiting position denotes the maximum output flow temperature of the valve assembly. Removal of the clip also removes the aforementioned limiting position of the valve to allow a temperature output flow which is greater than the maximum output flow for purposes of sanitation.

Abstract: A sanitary fitting, in particular a flush-mounted sanitary fitting, with a rosette that covers a subassembly of the sanitary fitting and that has a trim part on the visible side and a mounting part that is covered by the trim part and can be clamped to the subassembly with an installation wall interposed. The trim part and the mounting part are joined to one another by a separate bayonet ring element that has at least one locking element which can be moved along the circumference of the rosette in a direction of actuation between a locking position, in which the trim part is installed on the mounting part, and a release position, in which the trim part is detachable from the mounting part.

Abstract: This safety clean-out cap system provides for the removal of water and debris from drains. It consists of a flow channel that is mounted within the opening of a clean-out cap. The flow channel is diametrically opposed to the top surface of the clean-out cap and bends at a 90-degree angle just below a rectangular recess. The rectangular recess has a grab portion that cooperatively receives a tool. Additional embodiments of the safety clean-out cap system include clean-out caps having channel extensions and a square-shaped channel. The channel extensions extend at a 180-degree angle from the clean-out cap and have a plurality of longitudinal rails and longitudinal plates that further facilitate the removal of the clean-out cap from drainpipes. The clean-out cap and the additional embodiments are attached to fittings, pipe sections and hose sections in order to regulate the flow of water and debris from a drain.

Abstract: A flush toilet is provided, which can advance timing for startup of a siphon action that discharges waste, and can efficiently discharge waste from a water discharge trap conduit. A flush toilet of the present invention has a bowl section, a water discharge trap conduit connected to a lower portion of the bowl section, and a jet spout port that is opened toward the water discharge trap conduit, in the lower portion of the bowl section, and the jet spout port includes an outlet flow path in which a bottom surface extending toward an outlet of the jet spout port and toward a bowl section bottom surface in the lower portion of the bowl section, and a ceiling surface extending toward the outlet and having an inclination toward an upper direction than an inclination of the bottom surface are formed.

Abstract: A flush toilet is provided, which can enhance discharge performance of waste from an inside of a water discharge trap conduit even with a smaller amount of flushing water, in the flush toilet discharging waste by a siphon action. A flush toilet of the present invention has a bowl section, a water discharge trap conduit, and a jet spout port connected to a lower portion of the bowl section and opened toward the water discharge trap conduit, with an outlet portion bottom surface of an outlet portion thereof and a bottom surface of the bowl section being connected, and a bottom surface of the bowl section forms a curved surface that diagonally inclines more downward than the outlet portion bottom surface from a tip end of an outlet portion bottom surface of the jet spout port.

Abstract: An rinsing seat for a rimless toilet is disclosed. In one embodiment, the rinsing seat includes a large annular cavity for the purpose of storing and dispensing rinse water. In another embodiment, the rinsing seat includes a smaller annular cavity for the purpose of dispensing rinse water from a pressurized line. Outlet nozzles arranged about the circumference of the rinsing seat and designed to dispense rinse water at varying angles relative to the rinsing seat are disclosed. Rinsing seat supports, hinge assemblies, and seat sensors which offer additional functionality to the rinsing seat are also disclosed and claimed herein.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to new methods and compositions for dispensing multiple compositions into a plurality of containers or atmospheres. In one embodiment, this disclosure pertains to treating and preventing offensive odors arising from toilets.

Abstract: A refillable, stand-alone in-cistern device that is activated only by the rising and falling of the water in the cistern that will delay the introduction of a concentrated dose of liquid cleansing agent into the last part of the flush cycle of the toilet, thereby delivering a wide range of improved cleaning and deodorising consumer benefits. The invention only requires securement in any convenient position inside the cistern wall and requires no other customer installation maintenance.

Abstract: A rimless toilet pan (20) includes a forward end (F), a rearward end (R) and a pan bowl (28). A flushing outlet (32) is in fluid communication with the pan bowl (28). A flushing water inlet (30) is in fluid communication with the pan bowl (28). An inwardly facing first sidewall (34) extends substantially around the top of the pan bowl (28). A substantially horizontal ledge extends (36) substantially around the bottom of the first sidewall (34). An inwardly facing second sidewall (37) extends substantially around the pan bowl (28) under the horizontal ledge (36). A flushing water flow splitter (38) is substantially adjacent a rearward end of the first sidewall (34), the flow splitter (38) is in fluid communication with the flushing water inlet (30) and has a leftwards outlet (38a) and a rightwards outlet (38b).

Abstract: A flush toilet is provided, which can restrain flushing water from excessively flowing down to an inner side of a bowl section before the flushing water reaches an upper end portion of a rising flow path, and can effectively restrain from occurring an unwashed region in the bowl section. A flush toilet of the present invention has a bowl section, and the bowl section forms a water conduit formed between the waste receiving surface and the rim section, and the water conduit includes a shelf portion forming an inclined surface lowering toward an outer side from an inner side of the bowl section, or a horizontal surface formed horizontally toward the outer side from the inner side of the bowl section, in at least a part of a rising flow path rising from a low portion of the water conduit.

Abstract: A toilet seal for sealing between a plumbing fixture discharge and a waste drainpipe outlet is described. The toilet seal comprises a flange member having an inwardly extending flexible lip and one or more raised ridges defining an annular seal extending upwardly from an upper surface of the flange member. The toilet seal further includes a radiused wall extending downwardly from the flange member, which cooperates with the flange member to define a cavity for receiving a compressible member. The toilet seal further comprises a flexible sleeve extending downwardly from the radiused wall. Related methods are described.

Abstract: A method of controlling the discharge of waste water from a toilet includes the installation of a valve in the discharge outlet of the toilet, the valve including a valve body and a spring-loaded valve closure member that is movable relative to the valve body into an open position during flushing of the toilet against the action of its spring-loading and which is returned to the closed position by the action of its spring-loading on completion of the flushing operation.

Abstract: The application relates to a robust self-propelled device, having an oblong shape and a self-supporting housing (1) of the exoskeleton type, having attached a winch (10) and that is supported by a rail track (8), comprising active parts and supporting parts: a levelling blade (2) connected by means of swiveling rods (9) to the housing exoskeleton and in the top part thereof to a laser receiver (6) by a removable graduated rod (5), also in the rear part it is provided with an active device for placing ducts (3). The said device is operated by an actuating and control panel (7), mounted by means of a removable supporting rod (4). The said device serving to eliminate the need for the human presence in the sewerage channel, preventing the risk of accidents, increasing the construction rate, increasing the accuracy in laying the sand base and also placing the sewerage duct on the sand base.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a prefabricated construction system and method, for erecting constructions by means of the assembly of prefabricated structural elements obtained by cutting flat materials, forming structural nodes by means of coupling at least a first coupling configuration formed by first slots made in a plurality of parallel boards forming a first structural element with at least a second coupling configuration formed by second slots made in a plurality of parallel boards forming a second structural element, providing a structural core in the form of an array having interstitial openings going through it which allow the coupling of third and fourth coupling configurations of third and fourth structural elements.

Abstract: A modular building section defining the roof and opposing walls of a modular clearspan building. The building section includes a roof portion extending in a longitudinal direction between opposite first and second ends, and a pair of first and second legs, each leg pivotally attached about a pivot axis to the roof portion proximate a roof portion end. Each of the first and second legs has a stowed position in which the leg generally extends in the longitudinal direction and is in superposition with the roof portion, and an expanded position in which the leg depends from the roof portion and generally extends perpendicularly to the longitudinal direction. The legs are moveable independently of each other from their respective stowed positions to their respective expanded positions under the influence of gravity during lifting of the roof portion. Also disclosed are methods for constructing a modular clearspan building.

Abstract: A device comprising a weldment having an upper beam, a vertical beam, and a lower beam, wherein the upper beam further comprises at least two lifting eyes and at least one crane hook, and the lower beam further comprises a plurality of swivel-hoist rings and a plurality of forklift pockets, and wherein the lower beam is a length minimally required to locate a structure laterally underneath an upper level of a platform having an upper level and a lower level.

Abstract: An assembly channel embedded in a concrete structure includes: bolts coupled to a bracket adapted to support an object to be supported; a support member open on top thereof and having both side ends bent inwardly therefrom in such a manner as to prevent heads of the bolts inserted thereinto from being escaped therefrom; a fixed member fixedly coupled to the underside of the support member in such a manner as to be embedded in the concrete structure; at least one or more length reinforcing materials mounted on the inner surface of the fixed member in a longitudinal direction of the fixed member so as to reinforce the strength of the fixed member; and a horizontal plate disposed between the support member and the fixed member in such a manner as to be coupled to the support member.

Abstract: An expansion joint seal system which includes intumescent to protect uncoated edges of substrates. A fire rated compressed expansion joint sealant is provided having an intumescent proximate, but below the water-resistant top of the fire-retardant foam, so that when exposed to fire, the intumescent expands to protect the exposed vertical surface of the adjacent concrete substrate. The end of the concrete is therefore protected in a manner which does not require joint overlap between the horizontal fire resistant coating and the compressible sealant.

Abstract: Roof drying processes and associated systems. A representative process includes drawing moisture-laden air from within the internal structure of a roof via a vacuum blower, a extraction insert and an extraction manifold, and removing moisture from the moisture-laden air via a dehumidifier. The dry air can be directed back into the roof through an injection insert and an injection manifold.

Abstract: An exterior insulation structure includes a first board member, first supporting members, a first thermal insulator, second supporting members disposed on the exterior side of the first supporting members, a second thermal insulator disposed on the exterior side of the first thermal insulator and between the second supporting members, securing members fixed to the exterior side of the second supporting members, and exterior wall members attached to the securing members. The adjacent exterior wall members are joined together without leaving a gap therebetween. Each securing member is long enough, in the second direction, to be fixable to at least two second supporting members and shorter, in the second direction, than each exterior wall member. A first gap is left between the securing members adjacent in the second direction. At least part of each second supporting member is made of a material having a thermal conductivity lower than that of steel.

Abstract: In a facade assembly (14) for a building (10) with at least one facade element (16), which can be fastened to a wall or an inter-story ceiling (12) of the building (10), and with at least one fire-protection element (18), which can be mounted between the facade element (16) and the wall or the inter-story ceiling (12), the fire-protection element (18) has at least one fire-protection course (32) of an intumescent material. Furthermore, a method for mounting such a facade assembly is provided, as is a building structure using the facade assembly.