Abstract: A toilet comprising a tank having a bottom, a bowl, and an attachment assembly configured to secure the bottom of the tank to the bowl. The attachment assembly includes a mounting bracket having at least three mounting locations spaced apart around an opening, a valve configured to fluidly connect the tank and the bowl, the valve being configured to engage the bottom of the tank and the opening in the mounting bracket, a valve nut configured to couple to the valve to secure the mounting bracket between the valve nut and the tank, and at least three fasteners configured to secure the mounting bracket to the bowl. The at least three fasteners are disposed external to the tank and couple the tank to the bowl without directly engaging the tank.

Abstract: The techniques herein relate to a ram assembly for a blowout preventer for receiving a tubular of a wellbore. The ram assembly includes a ram block for engagement with the tubular, a ram shaft for selectively extending and retracting the ram block, and a ram connector for operatively connecting the ram shaft to the ram block. The ram block has at least one block groove. The ram shaft has a ram head with at least one shaft groove. The ram connector includes at least one shear connector correspondingly disposable in the block groove and the shaft groove whereby the ram shaft is releasably securable to the ram block.

Abstract: Low profile valves are described. In an embodiment, a tubular member for fluid transport has a valve constructed within a wall of the tubular member for controlling a radial flow of fluid, such as water, oil, or gas, through the wall without impeding the flow of fluid or tools through the tubular member or near the exterior of the tubular member. The low profile valve may be used, for example, in the oil and gas industries as a pressure relief valve or check valve. When used as a pressure relief valve, a load member such as a spring, strap, or rocker arm maintains a backpressure on the valve. Example low profile valves can provide flow control from within a very thin annulus between other components.

Abstract: A valve (201) is provided that comprises a housing (202) including a fluid inlet (332) and a fluid outlet (204). The valve (201) also includes one or more vibrating elements (409) configured to vibrate when energized. The valve (201) further comprises an amplifying plate (410) including a fluid passage (412) and one or more pressure-balancing apertures (413) in fluid communication with the fluid inlet (332), contacting the one or more vibrating elements (409). A sealing ball (407) is positioned between the fluid inlet (332) and the fluid passage (412).

Abstract: A fill valve (200) adapted for use with a pressurized fluid container includes a fill port (112) configured to be in fluidic communication with the pressurized fluid container and a fill valve member (201) configured for selectively blocking the fill port (112) and configured to be non-openable after the fill valve member (201) has been moved to a blocking position that substantially closes the fill port (112). The fill valve member (201) includes a valve member body (210) and a break-away head (220) joined to the valve member body (210) by a breakable neck (228). The breakable neck (228) is configured to break when the fill valve member (201) is moved to a substantially fully closed position in the fill port (112).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid channel device capable of easily opening the liquid channel from the closed mode, including a base plate in which a liquid channel, through which a liquid containing at least one of a sample and a reagent, flows, and a metering chamber for holding the liquid, are formed to at least one side thereof, the metering chamber has a liquid transport section for transporting the liquid inside the chamber downstream, and this liquid transport section is operated by means of external pressing on a cover plate in the area opposite the metering chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid channel device capable of easily opening the liquid channel from the closed mode, including a base plate in which a liquid channel, through which a liquid containing at least one of a sample and a reagent, flows, and a metering chamber for holding the liquid, are formed to at least one side thereof, the metering chamber has a liquid transport section for transporting the liquid inside the chamber downstream, and this liquid transport section is operated by means of external pressing on a cover plate in the area opposite the metering chamber.

Abstract: An outlet valve (700) adapted for use with a pressurized fluid container includes an outlet valve chamber (701) including an upper groove (722) and a lower groove (725), an outlet valve member (760) configured to move between substantially open and substantially closed positions in the outlet valve chamber (701), and a non-return member (780) configured to be retained in one of the upper groove (722) or the lower groove (725) in a snap-fit arrangement. When the non-return member (780) is retained in the upper groove (722) the non-return member (780) does not contact the outlet valve member (760). When the non-return member (780) is retained in the lower groove (725) the non-return member (780) blocks the outlet valve member (760) in the substantially open position.

Abstract: A valve assembly for use in high pressure pumps is designed for easy replacement for example in the suction inlet here for a high pressure pump. The design utilizes a combination of screw threads and a locking member to provide structural strength for the valve to be placed in and withdrawn from the inlet bore.

Abstract: A faucet assembly is disclosed which is of a modular type for use in varying faucet designs and incorporating polymeric or partially polymeric parts in the internal water way assembly therein. The faucet assembly includes a cover plate and an internal water way assembly as well as at least one faucet handle. The internal water way assembly includes a valve assembly having a shank and a valve water way portion positioned on an upper portion of the shank. The valve water way portion defines a valve seat therein, and has a transversely extending outlet passageway. A valve cartridge for controlling flow through the assembly is seated in the valve seat, and, a bridge, which may be a single component or multi-part bridge has a passageway therethrough to receive water from the valve water way portion and a spout receiving portion. A spout tube is configured to be positioned in or on the spout receiving portion of the bridge. The internal water way assembly is attached to the cover plate.

Abstract: A non-return valve fitted on a tubular element for use for the reinforcement and consolidation of soil, for example, in an excavation. The non-return valve includes a portion of elastomer material which has a nick and is connected to a structural body tightened onto the tubular element. The structural body can be connected rigidly to the portion of elastomer material or may be at least partially incorporated therein. The body has a central portion with a window within which the nick is arranged, and the edges of the nick open out and function as a non-return valve under the action of a fluid under pressure injected into the interior of the tubular element and emerging from radial holes in the vicinity of the nick.

Abstract: A device is provided for delivering fluids to, or removing fluids from, one or more fluid streams, the device having a body having a plurality of channels extending through the body from a first to a second end of the body, the body having one or more internal passages therein extending in a direction crossways to the plurality of channels. Each channel is in fluid communication with one or more of the passages via a porous wall between the respective channel and an associated passage. The one or more passages are in fluid communication with the exterior of the body.

Abstract: A coupling plate of a detent lever is assembled to an oil-pressure control device, wherein a transmission casing is a base for an assembling process. A slider of a range sensor coupled to the coupling plate is assembled to the transmission casing via a sensor body. A spool of a manual valve coupled to the coupling plate is assembled to the transmission casing via a valve body fixed to the sensor body. The coupling plate, the slider and the spool are assembled together, wherein the transmission casing is used as the base for the assembling process. It is not necessary to relatively position the slider and the spool to each other during the assembling process for an oil-pressure control device.

Abstract: A remote drain plug system is described. The system includes a control cable having an inner wire and an outer layer, a cable actuator coupled to a first end of the control cable, the cable actuator adapted to move the inner wire within the outer layer, a drain plug housing coupled to a second end of the control cable, and a drain plug coupled to the inner wire at the second end of the control cable, the drain plug adapted to be able to be positioned relative to the drain plug housing. A method of operating the remote drain plug system includes providing an actuator controller, receiving a selection of “open” from the actuator controller, and extending the remote drain plug away from a drain plug housing such that water is able to flow through the drain plug housing.

Abstract: A flow control valve (1) and a method for assembling a flow control valve (1) are disclosed. The flow control valve (1) comprises a first housing part (2) and a second housing part (3) attached directly to each other, in such a manner that the first housing part (2) and the second housing part (3) form a substantially closed housing. The first housing part (2) defines a first flow section (4), a second flow section (5), a connecting port (6) fluidly interconnecting the first flow section (4) and the second flow section (5), and a valve seat (7) arranged at the connecting port (6). The flow control valve (1) further comprises a frame part (9) arranged in an interior part of the housing formed by the first housing part (2) and the second housing part (3), the frame part (9) having mounted thereon a valve element (10, 13) arranged movably relative to the valve seat (7), a moving mechanism, e.g. including a spindle (12), for moving the valve element (10, 13), and an actuating mechanism, e.g.

Abstract: In a valve, in particular of a hydraulic pixton pump, includes a valve seat, a valve closing element, and a positioning mechanism. A valve opening is formed in the valve seat. The valve seat also has a front side and a rear side. The valve closing element is arranged on the front side of the valve seat in order to open and close the valve opening as desired. The positioning mechanism is configured to hold the valve closing elementrelative to the valve seat. The positioning mechanism is arranged on the rear side of the valve seat and is connected to the valve closing element through the valve opening.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which in some embodiments a non-pyrotechnic valve includes an inlet piece, an actuator comprising a shape-memory metal, and an outlet attached to the inlet piece. In some examples, the shape-memory metal includes Nitinol.

Abstract: A valve assembly for an injection valve and a method for assembling a valve assembly are provided. The valve assembly includes a valve body with a central longitudinal axis and having a cavity with a fluid inlet portion and a fluid outlet portion, an end portion being arranged at an axial end facing away from the fluid outlet portion, and a seat being arranged at an axial end of the valve body facing the fluid outlet portion. A valve needle is axially movable in the cavity and prevents a fluid flow through the fluid outlet portion in a closing position and releases the fluid flow through the flu-id outlet portion in further positions. The valve needle has an axial end facing away from the fluid outlet portion and facing the end portion, and a seat part resting on the seat of the valve body in the closing position. A contact area between the seat part and the seat of the valve body has a first outer diameter.

Abstract: A presettable gas valve is disclosed herein. The gas valve may have a maximum gas flow that can be adjusted to the particular requirements of the fireplace in which the gas valve is used. By way of example and not limitation, for real biomass/fuel burning fireplaces, the gas valve may be opened to its maximum level with a quarter turn of a handle. In contrast, for fake fireplaces, which require more gas flow compared to real fireplaces, the gas valve may be opened to its maximum level with a half turn of the handle. The maximum gas flow through the gas valve may be set during installation such that the user does not need to manually determine the appropriate amount of gas during use.

Abstract: A valve assembly includes a housing defining a cavity and a bore which opens into the cavity. A valve member is disposed in the cavity. The valve member moves between an open position for allowing fluid flow through the housing and a closed position for preventing fluid flow through the housing. An actuator extends through the bore for moving the valve member between the open and closed positions. A packing is positionable in the bore to provide a seal about the actuator for preventing fluid from exiting the housing through the bore. The packing is ejectable from the bore. The valve assembly includes a first and second biasing member. The first biasing member is configured to apply a first force to the packing to provide the seal. The second biasing member is configured to apply a second force to the packing for ejecting the packing from the bore.

Abstract: A test system and a method for testing a multiplexed BOP control system (6) wherein the multiplexed BOP control system (6) comprises a first and a second redundant central control unit (10, 20) with respective first and second operator consoles (30, 31), wherein the central control units (10, 20) are arranged for being connected via a first signal transmission system (40) to respective first and second redundant subsea control systems (11, 21) arranged for being connected to BOP valves (50) and BOP sensors (55) in a subsea BOP (1), and the test system comprises a control system signal simulator (42) arranged for being connected between one or more of the control units (10, 20) and one or more of the subsea control systems (11, 21), and further arranged for entirely or partly replacing the first signal transmission system (40) and providing simulated signals (41) between one or more of the control units (10, 20) and one or more of the subsea control systems (11, 21).

Abstract: A method of diagnosing pressure boundary integrity of a control includes choosing a control valve having a valve body, determining a velocity profile within the control valve, choosing an area of the velocity profile, choosing a surface on an exterior of the valve body at or adjacent to the area, forming a pad on the exterior surface overlying the point, applying a testing device to the pad, and measuring a reference thickness of a wall of the valve body through the pad using the testing device. The method further includes applying the testing device to the pad at a time subsequent to measurement of the reference thickness, measuring a first thickness, and comparing the first thickness to the reference thickness. The comparison of the first thickness to the reference thickness can be used to calculate the amount of valve body wall lost during using and the remaining life of the control valve.

Abstract: The present device is a bidirectional side-slit duckbill valve apparatus for use with catheters and similar devices. The apparatus can comprise a duckbill valve configured to allow fluid to flow through it only in a first direction and one or more side-slit valves configured to allow fluid to only flow through them in a second direction, opposite the first direction. In an embodiment, fluid can only flow through the duckbill valve if it is under a substantially positive pressure and can only flow through the side-slit valves if it is under a substantially negative pressure. In an embodiment, fluid that is not pressurized will not flow through either the duckbill valve or the side-slit valve. In an embodiment, the bidirectional side-slit duckbill valve apparatus can also comprise a funnel for directing a guidewire.

Abstract: An expandable chemical delivery system sharing a common bulk fluid inlet and bulk fluid flow path to direct a bulk fluid through one or more selected chemical eductors. Each chemical eductor is slidably insertable into an eductor port on the manifold body such that rotation of the chemical eductor is not required for installation. After installation, the orientation of the chemical eductor can be rotatably adjusted so as to avoid interference with adjacent chemical eductors. Delivery of a bulk fluid to each chemical eductor is controlled via a corresponding valve assembly that selectively allows or blocks flow of the bulk fluid from the bulk fluid flow path to the corresponding chemical eductor. The manifold body can include a plurality of individual manifold bodies approximated with a coupling system to define the bulk fluid flow path. Alternatively, the manifold body can comprise a single fabricated body for high pressure operation.

Abstract: An inline dispersal valve that can be used with or without a base. One embodiment includes a rotatable member that is rotatable from a fluid stream obstructing condition to an out-of-the-way condition to prevent fluid diversion into the dispersal valve. Another embodiment includes a lever handle for quickly setting the amount of fluid being diverted into the inline dispersal valve. Another embodiment includes an indicator that can be viewed from a position above the inline dispersal valve. Another embodiment includes a cap that can be secured or removed without the aid of tools. Another embodiment includes a clip that allows one to disassemble the inline dispersal valve for servicing. Another embodiment includes a dispensing valve that can be reversed and still properly divert fluid into a dispersant chamber. Another embodiment includes an inline dispersal valve with a bleed valve positioned to allow one to bring the air volume in the dispersant chamber to the proper level.

Abstract: A pump has a pump fluid end and a manifold that is detachable from the fluid end. A device is attachable to the pump, and has a manifold support beam portion adapted to affix to the pump fluid end at a location adjacent a manifold mating surface of the pump fluid end and extend outward from the pump fluid end. A support is provided on the manifold support beam portion that, when the manifold support beam portion is affixed to the fluid end of the pump, engages the manifold detached from the fluid end and supports the weight of the manifold.

Abstract: A magnetic core (210) for a solenoid valve is provided. The magnetic (210) includes a first part (210a) defining a cavity (213). The first part (210a) is formed from a first material having a first magnetic performance. The magnetic core (210) also includes a second part (210b) positioned at least partially within the cavity (213). The second part (210b) is formed from a second material having a second magnetic performance that is higher than the first magnetic performance.

Abstract: A linear actuator (10) includes a plastic housing (12) having an integral flange (14) for mounting the actuator. A stator assembly (16), having windings (18), is disposed in the plastic housing. A rotor assembly (20), having a permanent magnet (22), is mounted for rotation with respect to the stator assembly such that when the windings are energized, a magnetic field is generated to cause rotation of the rotor assembly. A shaft (32) is restricted from rotation and is associated with the rotor assembly such that rotation of the rotor assembly causes linear movement of the shaft. Connector structure (46) houses leads for powering the windings. The plastic housing has an annular end (48) that captures an annular surface (50) of the connector structure to couple the plastic housing to the connector structure.

Abstract: An exhaust treatment system for machine is disclosed that includes a burner body having an inlet for receiving a flow of exhaust, an outlet for the exhaust flow to exit, an opening and a receiving mount disposed around the opening. A fuel injector head is mounted over the opening in any one of a plurality of angular positions relative to the body. The burner body includes a plurality of mounting pads extending at least partially and circumferentially around the burner body for coupling a support bracket to the burner body in any one of a plurality of positions relative to the burner body. The support bracket may be used to couple the burner to a fixture device such as a cradle for supporting other exhaust treatment system components.

Abstract: Needleless access port valves are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to needleless access port valves incorporating a piston comprising slit along an upper piston section for accommodating fluid flow. The slit is closed by the relative geometry of the piston and the valve housing, which acts to terminate fluid flow from between the inlet and outlet of the valve assembly.

Abstract: A blowout preventer for sealing a well includes a body having first and second chambers. The first chamber extends substantially perpendicular to and intersecting the second chamber, and the body includes a recess portion on a face of the body. The blowout preventer also includes a ram block configured to move within the first chamber to seal a first region of the second chamber from a second region of the second chamber; a rod connected to the ram block and configured to extend along the first chamber; a operator configured to be attached to the body to border the first chamber, wherein the rod is configured to slide in and out of the operator; and a lock ring rotatably attached to the operator and configured to enter the recess portion such that the operator is removably attached to the body.

Abstract: This device comprises a mounting assembly including an operative subset, a deposit subset, and lateral sets which are assembled on a pipeline so that, without shutting down the pipeline service, the pipeline can be perforated with cutting means, and valve means can be arranged to enable the control of the fluid circulation through the pipeline. The invention also includes an assembly procedure, through which sets and subsets are mounted on the pipeline, the pipeline is perforated, the valve means is positioned, and the valve seats are displaced until the device is in-service.

Abstract: A valve assembly includes a housing having a valve bore, a valve seat, and at least one port communicating with the bore. A moveable plunger resides in the valve bore and selectively seals against the valve seat. A bobbin integral with the housing has a solenoid bore adjacent to and coaxial with the valve bore. A moveable armature resides in the solenoid bore and has an operating rod connected to the plunger. A pole piece resides in the solenoid bore adjacent the armature. A solenoid coil is wound about the bobbin. A flux conductor partially surrounding the bobbin, pole piece, and armature. An assembly method includes flowing air through the port, inserting the plunger or another sealing element into the bore while monitoring the fluid flow; and stopping the plunger or sealing element when the flow is at a preselected condition.

Abstract: A safety valve of a boiler of a device for making hot beverages, particularly coffee, comprises an intermediate valve body, a plug and resilient means inserted into the seat of the intermediate valve body. The intermediate valve body comprises a peripheral wall designed to be folded over to define a reaction portion of the resilient means and positively press the plug, obtaining a final valve body. The peripheral wall partly closes off a first opening of the intermediate valve body and the plug partly projects from the final valve body.

Abstract: A one-piece metal orifice tube (130) for use in a solenoid valve (100) is provided according to the invention. The one-piece, metal orifice tube includes a metal tube portion (131) including a proximal end (140) and a distal end (142), with the distal end being adapted to extend into an electromagnet bore (103) of an electromagnet (102) of the solenoid valve. The one-piece metal orifice tube further includes an orifice end (132) formed in the proximal end (140). The orifice end includes an orifice (133) that is smaller in diameter than a tube inside diameter D of the metal tube portion and the metal tube portion is adapted to slidably receive at least a portion of an armature (105) of a solenoid valve. In operation, the armature substantially blocks and unblocks the orifice.

Abstract: A ball valve isolator (5) includes a housing (15), a ball valve (60), a first isolator (40), and a second isolator (41). The housing (15) is provided with a first flow passage (29) located between an inlet (30) and an outlet (31). The ball valve (60) that includes a ball portion (63) located in the first flow passage (29) and defines a second flow passage (65) that is aligned with the first flow passage (29) when the ball valve (60) is actuated to an open position. The first isolator (40) is located, at least in part, within the housing (15) and substantially blocks the inlet (30) when the first isolator (40) is actuated to a closed position. The second isolator (41) is located, at least in part, within the housing (15) and substantially blocks the outlet (31) when the second isolator (41) is actuated to a closed position.

Abstract: A dual diaphragm valve (100) includes a valve bore (40) extending between a first seal face (55) and a second seal face (56). A first port (36) and a second port (38) are in fluidic communication with the valve bore (40) through the first seal face (55) and the second seal face (56). The dual diaphragm valve (100) further includes a first diaphragm (47) positioned substantially at the first seal face (55), a second diaphragm (49) positioned substantially at the second seal face (56), and a valve plunger (24) configured to move substantially reciprocally in the valve bore (40). The first diaphragm (47) seals the first seal face (55) when the valve plunger (24) moves toward the second seal face (56) and the second diaphragm (49) seals the second seal face (56) when the valve plunger (24) moves toward the first seal face (55).

Abstract: An actuator for actuating a plunger of a valve is provided. The actuator has an inlet and includes first and second hollow caps. A main actuation assembly is provided between the caps. The main actuation assembly includes a deformable diaphragm; first and second chambers, static sealing elements and a main piston movable between actuated and unactuated positions. A biasing mechanism biases the piston in the unactuated position. When pressurized gas is flown through the inlet and/or drawn from the outlet of the actuator, the first chamber expands, moving the main piston from the unactuated position to the actuated position, an actuating stem connected to the main piston thereby sliding within a channel provided in the bottom cap. Stackable actuating assemblies can also be used between the caps. Using static sealing elements advantageously avoids friction between moving parts.

Abstract: A check valve assembly has a body having a central cavity intersected by upstream and downstream flow passages. A seat is secured by a threaded engagement in the upstream flow passage. An access bore intersects the cavity and has a support shoulder formed in it. A holder is supported on the support shoulder. A flapper is pivotally secured to the holder and located in the cavity for movement between an open position and a closed position blocking flow through the seat. A straight edge portion in the access bore engages a straight edge portion of the holder to prevent rotation of the holder. A fastener extends through a hole in the support shoulder into engagement with the seat to prevent rotation of the seat.

Abstract: A canister purge valve for a vehicle includes a valve member constructed and arranged to control vapor purge flow from a fuel tank and canister structure to an air intake manifold. A modular body is removably coupled to a housing of the valve member. The body defines an internal volume in communication with the valve member to receive vapor purge flow. The body includes at least one outlet port. A check valve is disposed in the body and is associated with the at least one outlet port so that under certain conditions, the check valve permits vapor purge flow to flow from the volume through the outlet port and, under different conditions, prevents flow into the volume.

Abstract: A reverse acting rupture disc and methods of forming the same are provided. Generally, the rupture disc comprises a bulged portion and a circumscribing flange area surrounding the bulged portion. The bulged portion includes a mechanically formed line-of-opening recess comprising a singular channel. In certain embodiments, the mechanical process by which the recess is formed utilizes a high-speed mill which removes a portion of metal from the bulged portion of the disc without disrupting the substantially uniform metallic grain structure of the metal adjacent the channel.

Abstract: A gas storage tank (1) has a high pressure resistant shell (10) and a fluid control system (5). The fluid control system (5) has an inlet fluid branch (20) and an outlet fluid branch (30). The inlet fluid branch (20) comprises a check valve (21) and the outlet fluid branch (30) comprises a pressure regulator (32) and a pressure assisted check valve (31). Preferably, the fluid control system (5) also comprises an inlet filter, an outlet filter and flow restriction. The fluid control system (5) is preferably situated entirely on the inside of the high pressure resistant shell (10). The fluid control system (5) is preferably provided as a miniaturized system realized in a stack of bonded wafers, where part devices are formed by micromachined geometrical structures. A method for gas handling with the gas storage tank (1) and a manufacturing method for the gas storage tank (1) are also presented.

Abstract: A plug puller device and method for removing a clean-out plug from a drain clean-out and permit draining of a drain line below an obstruction prior to removing the obstruction. The device includes first and second housings. The first housing includes a drain connected to its interior. The first end of the first housing is adapted to be removably attached to the clean-out. The first end of the second housing is removably attached to the second end of the first housing. A rod is slidably received in an opening at the second end of the second housing. A fitting is attached to a first end of the rod for coupling and uncoupling with the plug through movement of the rod. A second end of the rod forms a connector to which a tool can be coupled to rotate the rod.

Abstract: A gas pressure regulator comprises a main body having a first, gas inlet pipe and a second, gas outlet pipe, a calibrated gas passage through which gas flows from the first pipe to the second pipe, a shutter housed at least partially in the main body and mobile lengthwise along a first defined line to adjust the opening of the calibrated passage, a device for actuating the shutter and a regulator spring unit opposing the movement of the shutter.

Abstract: A multi-position valve assembly includes a valve body member at least partially defining a body chamber and a body orifice providing an inlet for ingress of a product into the body chamber. A stem member includes a plug portion at least partially located in the body chamber and a stem portion extending vertically from the plug portion beyond a top of the body chamber. The stem member includes a stem outlet capable of communication with the body chamber via a stem orifice. A first biasing member biases the stem member toward a closed position. A second biasing member biases the stem member toward the closed position only after the stem member is moved a clearance gap to a first open position.

Abstract: A flush valve diaphragm of a flush valve includes a body having a segmented insert within a flexible body portion and a central passageway. The body further includes a peripheral sealing portion with the flexible body portion within the peripheral sealing portion. The peripheral sealing portion can include an integral filter, an exit chamber and a bypass arrangement, such that water flowing through the filter flows through the bypass arrangement. The integral filter version will retard clogging of the bypass arrangement. The segmented insert includes a plurality of trapezoidal members with outward protrusions. The plurality of trapezoidal members are connected to each other on their outermost edge by a runner.

Abstract: A process for remanufacturing valve bodies such as fuel injector valve bodies includes receiving a salvaged valve body having a first segment, a second segment and a middle segment which includes a valve seat and a guide bore for a valve therein. The process further includes removing material of the valve body where the valve seat and the guide bore are disposed, and positioning an insert within the valve body in place of the removed material. A new valve seat and a new guide bore are then machined in the insert, including locating for machining the new valve seat and new guide bore on a timing face of the valve body.

Abstract: Featured is a vascular access device such as an IV catheter device including a housing, a tubular member and a seal member, and a securing mechanism. The housing includes a proximal and distal portion and a chamber that extends between the proximal and distal portions. The tubular member is coupled to the housing distal portion so it is fluidly coupled to the chamber. The seal member is disposed within the chamber and the securing mechanism secures the seal member distal end to the housing proximal portion so the seal member is sealingly and compressibly retained between a chamber proximal end and the securing mechanism. Such a seal member also is constituted so a portion of the seal member moves axially responsive to an axial force applied to the proximal end.

Abstract: A hollow tubular element is inserted in the descending aorta. The caudad end contains a pressure sensitive passive or preferably, hydraulically or electrically activated, unidirectional valve. A flexible diaphragm situated in a rigid shell affixed over an opening in the element wall divides the shell interior into first and second variable volume chambers. The first chamber opens to the artery. A continuously operating electrical pump is connected to the second chamber through a closed hydraulic system including a multi-valve chamber. The valves regulate fluid flow to the second chamber in accordance with electrical signals from the heart. Fluid flow is directed to the second chamber during cardiac diastole and away from the second chamber during cardiac systole, causing the device to function in a counterpulsation mode. The work of the heart is decreased and coronary blood flow is increased to promote the formation of new coronary collateral channels and the perfusion of the heart itself.

Abstract: A check valve access chamber is provided that is capable of forming a sealed enclosure against or around a self-contained check valve assembly so as to maintain a continuous barrier against moisture, waste water, and sewage gases during normal operation or under backflow situations. The access chamber may also include an angled floor and/or angled pipe flanges to add or maintain a grade across the sewer pipe or the self-contained check valve assembly to ensure adequate flow to meet or exceed building code standards. Access chambers of this type permit a labour-saving method of installing a check valve comprising the steps of connecting an access chamber having an access sleeve to a self-contained check valve assembly; connecting the self-contained check valve assembly to an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe; backfilling around the access chamber to a desired grade; and trimming the access sleeve to a desired height relative to the desired grade.