Abstract: A device is provided to facilitate introduction of a fluid agent (such as a deicing agent) into the air line of a trailer of a tractor trailer. The device comprises a canister defining an upwardly opening chamber, a lid removably securable to the canister to close the chamber, an inlet tube extending from the canister and having a connector at an end of the inlet tube, a valve in said inlet tube; and an outlet tube extending from the canister and having a connector at an end of the inlet tube. The outlet tube is shaped and sized such that the canister chamber can be filled with the liquid agent from the ground and without the need to climb on the chassis of the trailer tractor.

Abstract: The invention relates to a heating device for a device for transporting a fluid containing a hydrocarbon. The heating device comprises a rigid structure extending between two lateral walls, forming a space between the lateral walls. A flexible membrane comprising a heating structure extends into the space in order to define, in the space, an inner cavity and an outer cavity. Pumping structure designed to supply a fluid to the inner cavity, remove the fluid therefrom, or keep the fluid therein, in order to bring the membrane into contact with the transport device so as to heat same.

Abstract: A vehicle brake line de-icing device for deicing the air brake lines of a tractor trailer or the like. The device is compact with a reservoir having flat sides for best chosen fit and/or mounting. The reservoir can selectively pivot and lock in differing rotational positions on the tubes on each end that are affixed to gladhand connectors for communicating with those on a vehicle. To thaw the brake lines, the user releases air through the brake lines and thereby circulates the antifreeze therethrough. This process thaws the brake lines in approximately 5 to 7 minutes, as opposed to an expensive 2-hour service call.

Abstract: A liquid distributor for distributing a liquid in a pressurized system, including an inlet line and a first outlet line for respectively supplying a pressurized fluid to the liquid distributor and receiving the pressurized fluid from the liquid distributor. The liquid distributor having a first container defining a first chamber with an aperture leading into the first chamber and a second container defining a second chamber, with an inlet port connectable to the inlet line and a first outlet port connectable to the first outlet line. A check valve is provided between the first and second chambers, operable between an open configuration. The check valve closing when a pressure inside the second chamber is larger than a pressure inside the first chamber by a predetermined pressure differential.

Abstract: A de-icing assembly is used for unblocking a trailer brake line. The trailer brake line includes a receiving end that is connected to a truck end of a truck brake line. The de-icing assembly includes a housing including an interior space for storing an alcohol fluid. The housing also defines a top surface and a bottom surface. An inlet extends through the top surface. The inlet is removably connectable to the truck end of the truck brake line. The de-icing outlet also includes an outlet that is removably connectable to the receiving end of the trailer brake line. The outlet includes a fluid tube extending to a distal end disposed adjacent the bottom surface of the housing such that pressurized air received in the housing from the inlet forces the alcohol fluid stored in the housing out the outlet and into the trailer brake line to unblock the trailer brake line.

Abstract: A washer system which includes a first reservoir containing a freezable washer liquid and having a drain port therein. The drain port is in fluid communication with the freezable washer liquid when the first reservoir is in at least a full state. The washer system also includes a temperature sensor for measuring a critical temperature corresponding to approximately a freezing temperature of the freezable washer liquid, a drain plug sealingly communicating with the drain port, and an electrical control unit in operative communication with the temperature sensor and the drain plug. The electrical control unit controls the drain plug to drain the liquid from the first reservoir in response to the critical temperature.

Abstract: Fire hydrants are protected from freezing by including potassium formate, preferably at least 10% by weight, in the water enclosed in them during nonuse.

Abstract: A method of lining a bore section, the method comprises providing a first tubing section (12) and an expandable thin-walled second tubing section (14). The first tubing section (12) is run into a section of a bore (10). The second tubing section (14) is then run into the bore section (10), within the first tubing section (12), and expanded to a larger diameter, such that the bore section is lined by at least two tubing sections (12, 14).

Abstract: Novel combination conduit and reservoir connector adapted for connecting to and/introducing compressed air to purge water from a plumbing system and to then introduce antifreeze into said plumbing system in a simple and expeditious manner.

Abstract: A method of dispersing de-iceant into a stream of air flowing through an air supply line comprises the steps of placing a turbine in the air supply line; forcing at least a portion of the stream of compressed air to pass through the turbine, thus causing the turbine to spin; and using the spinning turbine to atomize the de-iceant. A preferred turbine both generates an electrical current and disperses a liquid de-iceant and comprises a rotatable shaft; a rotor connected to the shaft; a stator surrounding the rotor and being prevented from turning; electrical conductors connected to the stator; one or more blades connected to the rotating shaft at an angle to the direction of flow of air past the shaft so as to cause the shaft to rotate as air flows past the blades; a centrifuging surface connected to the shaft; and a conduit for supplying de-iceant to the centrifuging surface.

Abstract: Instead of applying the maximum cooling effect that can be produced, the method and apparatus disclosed applies only a carefully controlled cooling that is adequate to maintain the fluid in the pipe in a frozen condition but which maintains the temperature high enough to prevent damage to the metallurgical structure of the pipe. At the same time, the apparatus creates permanent documentation of the temperatures at selected stations along the pipe throughout the process, thereby providing proof that the pipe sustained no thermal damage.

Abstract: A freeze protection system for a car wash facility having a plurality of bays and having exposed water lines located in an area that is subjected to freezing temperatures. By using a temperature probe connected via a digital temperature meter to a microprocessor, the system will only operate when the temperature is lower than a pre-set value and will shut off when the temperature is higher than a pre-set value. When activated, a predetermined charge of antifreeze mist will purge the piping in each bay, leaving only a small residual of antifreeze. When a bay is used, the system is reactivated, purging only the bay that has been used. The system is easily adaptable to any number of bays or areas of piping that must be protected.

Abstract: A fluidizing apparatus, such as a winterizing apparatus, and related method for preventing freezing of water in the water pipes of a dwelling. The apparatus includes a pump, an inlet line, an outlet line, a pressure switch, and an air compressor tank. The outlet line is connected to a faucet of the water pipes of the dwelling and the inlet line is positioned in a container of fluid, such as antifreeze. When a second faucet is opened, the pump is activated, and the pump will then cause antifreeze to flow from the container, through the inlet line, the pump, and the outlet line, and then into the faucet and through the water pipes of the dwelling. An associated air compressor tank is in fluid communication with the pressure switch and exit line, and cooperates with the pressure switch to maintain consistent pumping of the antifreeze. After antifreeze is in the pipes, a shut-off valve in the exit line is closed and/or the at least one valved water outlet is closed, which causes the pump to deactivate.

Abstract: A pneumatic liquid injector de-icing system designed for use on air brake lines of a train includes an alcohol storage tank provided with fittings for engagement between the train air supply lines and the train brake lines. The storage tank may be provided with a pressure gauge for monitoring pressure in the system. In use, when operating in cold conditions where brake line freezing is encountered, alcohol is introduced into the brake lines. The alcohol absorbs moisture and thaws ice in the brake lines so as to prevent ice-up. In an alternative embodiment, one line of the storage tank is terminated by a plunger so it may be used to unclog toilets. In yet another alternative embodiment, one line of the storage tank is adapted to be connected to an RV so the latter may be winterized.

Abstract: A fluid line deicer specifically designed for use on air brake lines of a tractor trailer includes an alcohol storage tank provided with fittings for engagement between the tractor air supply line and the trailer brake lines. The alcohol storage tank may be provided with a pressure gage for monitoring pressure in the system and a sight glass for monitoring the alcohol level of the tank. In use, when operating in cold conditions where brake line freeze up is encountered, alcohol is added through a screw on cap to the alcohol tank so that it may be introduced into the brake lines. The alcohol absorbs any moisture and thaws any ice deposits in the brake lines and prevents ice up.

Abstract: A system and apparatus operative in a winterizing mode for controllably filling hot and cold water supply lines with anti-freeze to prevent against burst pipes and, in a summerizing mode, for pump recovering the anti-freeze. In one embodiment, the system includes a closed loop, valve containing path having a separate pump, filter and anti-freeze tank. In other alternative embodiments, the water supply tank and a four-way valve are coupled to the closed loop path for switchably operating in the winterizing/summerizing modes, without resorting to a separate pump.

Abstract: A gate valve, mounted in a drain pipe connected to a downstream exposed end of a part of a plumbing system subject to occasional freezing, is controlled to open and close by opposed pressures of a spring and a temperature controlled pressure of a refrigerant fluid in an expansible and contractable bellows, the respective pressures being equalized at 33 degrees F. with gate valve closed, the pressure differentials therebetween resulting from temperature changes progressively opening and closing valve at temperatures below 33 degrees F. and closing it and keeping it closed at 33 degrees F. and above, and thereby preventing the plumbing from freezing, by allowing water to flow therethrough at and below freezing.

Abstract: This invention constitutes an improvement in a liquid transfer connector hose for the purpose of facilitating an unencumbered transfer of liquids between two points, such as a liquid conductor means of either a permanent or temporary nature, under conditions of below freezing temperature weather conditions, wherein this objective can be attained by having a new composition of components incorporated into the above Flexible Antifreeze Heatconductor Liquid Transfer Connector Hose which components essentially would be primary liquid transfer hose, a suitable heatsource, liquid antifreeze heatconductor hoses, pressure regulator, thermostat, pressure relief valve, pump, reservoir, suitable insulation layer and suitable connector fittings furtherwherein such aforementioned components would be assembled in such a way, as will become evident in the specification, as to make availble a liquid transfer connector hose which between insulation layer and the primary liquid conducting hose has installed a closed loop overl