Abstract: A cartridge processing system can have a base to support cartridges on an underlying support surface. The base can include a rack with support holes to support respective ones of the cartridges. In addition, a tray having a tray bottom can be removably placed on tops of the cartridges. A platform with platform holes can be substantially coaxially aligned with respective ones of the support holes. The tray can have a funnel extending from the platform. The funnel can form a perimeter around the platform holes, such that the platform holes can be conduits for product to be placed in the cartridges.

Abstract: A fixture for filling a hypodermic syringe includes a vial support and a finger flange support that are substantially coplanar with each other. The vial support holds a vial while the needle of a hypodermic syringe is inserted through the top of the vial. The syringe is then positioned so that the plunger side of one of the finger flanges engages a finger flange support. The finger flange support resists movement of the syringe while the plunger is withdrawn, filling the barrel of the syringe from the vial. The vial and needle are at least partially supported throughout the filling process.

Abstract: A removal system (1) for a container designed to receive a fluid, with an extraction head (4) and a dip tube (5) that can be fastened thereto. By means of the extraction head (4), fluid can be removed through the dip tube (5) from the container (3) or fluid can be fed into the container (3). The extraction head (4) can be fastened to the dip tube (5) by a displacement movement. Alternatively or additionally, a target position of the dip tube (5) at the extraction head (4) is monitored by means of an optical sensor (12).

Abstract: There is disclosed a dry bulk hopper system that includes a generally frustoconical bottle and a base having a tapered wall that defines a cradle for holding the bottle. The bottle has locking tabs disposed at bottom end thereof that cooperate with engagement ledges to secure the bottle to the base when the bottle has been received into the base in a first orientation, but not in a second orientation. Extruded support columns are disposed inside an interior of the base to distribute loads created by material in the bottle when the system is raised by a forklift.

Abstract: An IV adapter to allow for the mixing of multiple compatible medications with one another using a single bag of intravenous fluid. The IV adapter has multiple arms extending which gives rise to the ability to mix multiple medications. There is a spike within each arm to puncture the medication. The plurality of arms have built in mechanisms to control the flow of the medication and stop it from flowing in a certain direction. There are connections at the end of each arm allowing for a tight seal to be made to prevent any medication from leaking out of the IV line.

Abstract: A container adapter for a medical delivery device is disclosed. The medical delivery device has a container seat for holding a container, a dosage chamber, a dosing mechanism and a lock mechanism adapted to prevent operation of the dosing mechanism when no container is held in the container seat and to allow operation of the dosing mechanism when the container is held in the container seat. The container adapter includes an adapter container seat arranged to hold a container, a joint structure arranged to be detachably positioned in the container seat of the medical delivery device and to connect the adapter container seat to the dosing mechanism, and an unlock member adapted to activate the lock mechanism. A delivery assembly and a method of delivering a liquid to a patient from different containers is also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage preparation device (1), in particular a coffee machine, with a housing (2), an outlet (5) for discharging a beverage into a beverage container and a support element (6) for supporting the beverage container, said support element being arranged in a detachable manner in the insert openings (9, 10) which are arranged on the front side of the housing (4) and which are at variable distances to the outlet (5). The insertion openings (9, 10) are associated with closure means (12) for closing the insertion openings (9, 10) when the support device (6) is not inserted.

Abstract: A closure is described for a container containing a reagent. The closure includes a cover. The cover includes at least two through bore holes. The closure further includes a strip which includes a base and at least two septa. The base is of a stiff material and the septa is of a flexible material. The septa are attached to one surface of the base. Each septum includes a pre-slit bottom and a barrel forming the sides of the septum. The outer diameter of each septum barrel is larger than the inner diameter of the through bore hole such that a pressure is exerted on the septum when the septum is press fitted into the through bore hole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus, devices and methods for conveying particulate material during the manufacture of patterns in layers, wherein powder is conveyed out of a reservoir into a spreader unit and, if applicable, excess powder fed to the spreader unit is again conveyed back into the reservoir and wherein this conveying takes place in a closed conveying circuit.

Abstract: A beverage producing machine is disclosed, comprising: a housing (3); a supporting surface (23) on which a beverage collecting container (C) can be placed; and a beverage dispensing nozzle (13) arranged above the supporting surface. The machine further comprises a movable auxiliary surface (25) which is combined to the supporting surface and is movable between an operating position and a rest position. In the operating position the movable auxiliary surface is parallel to the supporting surface. In the rest position the movable auxiliary surface is removed from the supporting surface. Moreover the dispensing nozzle (13) is movable between a first position for dispensing a beverage in a container placed on said supporting surface, and a second position for dispensing the beverage in a container placed on the movable auxiliary surface (25).

Abstract: A system for charging pressurized aerosol cans with liquid is provided combining a disposable syringe and filling machine. The syringe is loaded with a liquid, then placed in the filling machine and connected to the inlet of the pressurized container. The filling machine is activated and an electric motor or a hydraulic piston exerts force on the syringe to inject the liquid into the aerosol container.

Abstract: A machine (1) for dispensing a beverage (50) has: a service arrangement (6, 60); and a movable support (5) for supporting a user-recipient (51) in a position for collecting the beverage. The support has: an unlocking position for giving user-access to the service arrangement for servicing; and a locking position for preventing user-access to the service arrangement for servicing.

Abstract: A machine (1) for dispensing a beverage (50) has: a service arrangement (6, 60); and a movable support (5) for supporting a user-recipient (51) in a position for collecting the beverage. The support has: an unlocking position for giving user-access to the service arrangement for servicing; and a locking position for preventing user-access to the service arrangement for servicing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a machine (10) and adaptor device (18) for allowing supply of beverages in containers having different sizes at least in height. The device (18) is fixed to a component (15) of the machine (10) and comprises supporting means (53, 54) arranged to rotate substantially in a plane from a first position, in which the machine (10) is apt to supply the beverages in containers having a first height, to a second position in which the machine (10) is apt to supply the beverages in containers having a second height, lower than the first one. The device thanks to the simple construction can be equipped with a motor in order to rotate the supporting means (53, 54). The device (18) may be adapted also to machines in use.

Abstract: The invention relates to a support carrier for supporting a container to receive cooled goods from a cooled goods dispensing machines delivering cooled liquids and water ice cubes. Cooled goods dispensing machines are often integrated into refrigerators in such a way that a refrigerator door is provided with a recess into which a drink container is set. For the recess to be useable with containers of different sizes, and at the same time to ensure a secure support for the containers, a support carrier is provided having at least one joint and which can be, for example, folded out of the recess to permit a relatively larger container to be supported relative to the recess.

Abstract: An apparatus for fueling a fuel-cell-powered device having a profile and a fuel inlet. The apparatus comprises at least one fuel port having an outlet and at least one adaptor associated with the fuel port. The adaptor is configured to receive the fuel-cell-powered device. Means for releasably and sealingly engaging the fuel inlet of the fuel-cell-powered device to the outlet of the fuel port are also provided. The outlet of the fuel port is operative to dispense fuel when it is in sealed engagement with the fuel inlet of the fuel-cell-powered device.

Abstract: In a support device for bottles processed on a bottle filling and closing machine, a substantially elongated body has a bayonet coupling at a bottom part for connecting the device to a rotary conveyor of the machine. An upper lateral portion of the body has gripping wings, for receiving resiliently a bottle, introduced between the wings by pushing the bottle at a matching point between an auger conveyor for conveying the bottles and the rotary conveyor.

Abstract: A carrier puck is provided which can be adjusted quickly with minimal efforts, such as by using a slider, screw or other mechanical means, to allow a wide range of article shapes and sizes to be accommodated on the processing line. The carrier puck comprises a base piece, at least two substantially identical holding pieces piled in two or more stacks, a means for securing each of the stacks of holding pieces, and a means for adjusting the distance between the stacks. The two or more stacks of holding pieces enclose a void therebetween for accommodating a container. The distance between the stacks can be adjusted quickly with minimal efforts to accommodate containers of different sizes, shapes and contours.

Abstract: A dispensing device for free-flowing or pourable products, said device comprising a dispenser opening for the products, which is situated in a recess on the front of the device and at least one first tray surface for a tray part, which supports a container that is to be filled from the dispenser opening. The tray part can be controllably displaced in the recess between a first position, in which the first tray surface lies opposite the dispenser opening at a first distance and a second position, in which at least one tray surface lies opposite the dispenser opening at a second distance that is greater than the first.

Abstract: A dispenser assembly for a door of a refrigerator includes a tray of flap construction which is moveable between a first position and a second position. In the first position the tray is received within a cavity of the dispenser assembly to present a support surface for a container such as a water glass. The tray is pivotable into a second position outside of the dispenser assembly so that an area normally underneath the tray is open to provide a second support surface for supporting larger containers than is possible with the tray in its first position. The now exposed bottom of the flap provides a third support surface outside of the cavity. The dispenser assembly can be used for dispensing water, ice, combinations thereof and may include lighting and other features.

Abstract: The method of manufacturing and bottle having a neck ring with a first face having a distinguishing characteristic wherein the first face may be distinguished, and thus oriented, thereby orienting the soft drink bottle during the filling, labeling and/or packaging process. The first face is preferably planar so that it may cooperate with a guide so that the bottle may be rotated about a longitudinal axis extending through the bottle for either maintaining the orientation of the bottle or for changing the bottle orientation during various steps of the manufacturing and filling processes.

Abstract: The invention concerns a valve assembly or an on-off pressure reducer device for a pressurised gas container designed to co-operate with a conditioning connection for filling said container. The valve assembly or on-off pressure reducer comprises a filler connection (14) with a longitudinal axis, a guide end (18), and a thread (22) axially offset relative to said end. The end (18) has a periphery (20) provided with at least an impression (40) protruding outside the periphery, projecting in a plane orthogonal to said longitudinal axis, the impression (40) of said connection end being secant to a circle centred on said axis and whereof the diameter is equal to the smaller of the internal and external diameters of said thread.

Abstract: A fill station for filling various sizes of containers from a liquid dispensing system includes a first stationary platform and second rotatable platform positioned above the first platform. The second platform is hinged to move between a horizontal loading position and a stowed position to provide access to the first platform. A third platform may be positioned above the second platform, wherein the third platform is hinged at an opposite end from the second platform to move between a horizontal load position and a stowed position. Sensors may be used to detect whether a container is positioned on one of the platforms and to detect the positions of the different rotatable platforms.

Abstract: A fill station for filling various sizes of containers from a liquid dispensing system includes a first stationary platform and second rotatable platform positioned above the first platform. The second platform is hinged to move between a horizontal loading position and a stowed position to provide access to the first platform. A third platform may be positioned above the second platform, wherein the third platform is hinged at an opposite end from the second platform to move between a horizontal load position and a stowed position. Sensors may be used to detect whether a container is positioned on one of the platforms and to detect the positions of the different rotatable platforms.

Abstract: An adapter connects different sized conduits to a radiator, where each conduit has an open end configured differently than the open ends of the other conduits. The adapter includes a body member having a cavity therein, with a connection member having one end extending from the body member to be attached to a coupling member and another end in communication with the cavity. A passageway extends between these ends. Tubular inserts are individually and independently coupled to one sized conduit. Each insert has a first end sized to fit snug within the cavity and a second opposed end sized to fit within an open end of one of the conduits.

Abstract: A description is given of a container closure for filling and emptying containers, in particular drum-like transporting containers, which can be inserted in an exchangeable manner into a container opening, which receives a plug head. The container closure has a riser tube, which is connected to the plug head, and a removal connection element, it being the case that the latter can be locked to the plug head by means of a stud coding system which has coding studs and matching coding recesses. According to the invention, the coding studs are provided on a first securing part and the coding recesses are provided on a second securing part. One of the securing parts is designed as an annular disc, which can separately be fitted loosely, such that it cannot slip off, onto the modular removal connection element. The other of the securing parts is integrated in the plug head.

Abstract: The present invention allows an additional connection to a standard medical gas cylinder valve such as a CGA-870 valve. An additional connection may be used for filling a cylinder without removing the pressure reducer, simultaneous filling while drawing through the pressure reducer, or for any other purpose that requires an additional or non-standard connection to the cylinder. The additional connection will be through an adapter that screws into the burst disc port. Some gas cylinder valves have the burst disc center line closer to the outlet centerline. This close centerline may be accommodated by offsetting the access of the first and second port to provide clearances required.

Abstract: An apparatus for charging pressurized aerosol cans with liquid is provided having a base for providing mechanical stability, a can support assembly for supporting an aerosol can being filled with liquid, and a can charging assembly having a can receiving element and including a liquid reservoir having a tapered bottom in fluid communication with a pump rod receiving aperture for receiving a main piston pump rod. The main piston pump rod has a linearly elongated shaft terminating at its lower end in a radially expanded head and a sealing ring receiving slot into which a pliable sealing ring is recessed.

Abstract: Machine for filling containers (2) comprising a base (1a) and interchangeable elements for guiding (3) and moving (4) the said containers (2), which are supported by columns (11) joined to said base (1c), characterized in that it comprises automatic devices (10) for rapidly locking/releasing the said guiding and moving elements (3,4), which are coaxially inserted inside said support columns (11) and act on means (7;107) fixed to the said guiding and moving elements (3,4).

Abstract: Liquid-transfer apparatus, and methodology employing the same, operatively interposable a syringe and a vial, and accommodating both a single-mouth-size (single-size), two-vial transfer procedure, and a two-mouth-size (two-size), two-vial transfer procedure. The apparatus includes a liquid-transfer device having a syringe-coupling end, a vial-coupling end, and liquid-passage structure effectively communicating between these ends. In the case of accommodating a single-mouth-size (single-size), two-vial procedure, only the liquid-transfer device is employed, and the same is sized with a vial-coupling end that is constructed for direct coupling to the top of the single-size vial which is used.

Abstract: A draining apparatus for collecting fluids from a container. This device consists essentially of a base and a rotational receptacle support which holds, in place, the container which is to be drained. The container is held in an inverted position and is uniquely secured for draining and can be easily released to facilitate collection and use.

Abstract: Apparatus for injecting material into an aerosol spray can that includes an improved can and pumping cylinder support arrangement. The arrangement simplifies the steps necessary to load and unload a can and offers a simplified construction for improved durability. The disclosed apparatus is compatible with cans of different size and affords a cabinet to contain the pumping process.

Abstract: A drip-free oil drain pan comprising a tray is disclosed. The pan has a lower imperforate plate with an enlarged first section of a generally circular configuration and has co-extensive therewith, in a common plane, a second section in a generally circular configuration. The first and second sections are coupled together at a common throat area of reduced size. The drain pan further comprises an upstanding side wall for the plate including a first side wall extending upwardly from around the majority of the first section of the planar plate except in the reduced throat area. Also provided is a second side wall extending upwardly from around the majority of the second section of the planar plate except in the reduced throat area and formed as an extension of the first side wall.

Abstract: An apparatus for filling a pressurized can is provided that includes a pumping assembly having a piston for driving a liquid into the can. A cabinet encloses the pumping assembly and has a door which provides access to the pumping assembly. A first embodiment of the apparatus includes a manual lever arm assembly for driving the pumping assembly. A second embodiment of the apparatus includes a powered pneumatic cylinder for driving the pumping assembly and a control circuit for cycling the pneumatic cylinder. Preferably the control circuit includes a control valve for alternately supplying pneumatic fluid to upper and lower spaces of the pneumatic cylinder and a pair of accumulators for alternating the control valve. A third embodiment of the apparatus includes automatic means controls for driving the pumping assembly a selected number of piston cycles.

Abstract: An apparatus for aiding in the preparation of an injectable serum is provided which comprises a two-part assembly including a stabilizing base and a framed support. The apparatus includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional medicine vials which is rotatable about a horizontal axis. The apparatus further includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional syringes which is disposed horizontally and in substantially parallel relationship with respect to the vial receiving support arm. This arrangement facilitates accurate alignment of syringes and vials which are being utilized in the preparation of the injection serum.

Abstract: An extremely compact and accurate device for simultaneously dispensing a plurality of liquids in individually pre-set volumes having: (1) substantially identical radially arranged sets having: a positive displacement metering piston pump, a fluid reservoir which houses a tint, a stirrer, and a valve spring; (2) an interconnecting passage connects the sets to respective dispensing nozzles; (3) a drive plate which moves the pistons and the stirrers between two pre-determined vertical positions for pumping and mixing the fluid; (4) a value for controllably diverting individual liquids independently in predetermined amounts from normally returning from the pumps to the reservoirs to move instead from the pump to small circularly arranged discharge nozzles; (5) a mechanism for aligning paint containers for tint dispensing; and (6) a solvent saturation system for reducing evaporation of fluid.

Abstract: A vessel treating machine comprising at least one treatment element for treating bottles having a collar in the area below its opening and a device for holding the bottle for treatment by the treatment element independently of the treatment element, the device comprising a supporting element for supporting the bottle from its collar and a centering element being distance-variable relative to the collar so that a bottle to be treated can be clamped between its collar and its opening and centered axially relative to the treatment element.

Abstract: A container holder which can be used with a variety of containers when positioning them in a container processing step is disclosed. Pairs of container holding members are disposed within a holder body which receives a container. One pair of holding members are disposed opposite to each other on one of orthogonal lines defined within a holder body. The holding members are urged from the outside to be movable toward the center, and are also retractable toward the outside of the holder body. All of the container holding members are once returned to a start position (where they have been retracted to their full extent), and are then driven to advance to a position where they conform to a container model which is inserted centrally within the holder body.

Abstract: A device for the retention of various sizes of containers used in the collection of waste fluids such as anti-freeze, oil and other liquids including a receptacle with a raised platform for supporting a container to be filled and a trough surrounding the raised platform for collecting spilled fluids. The raised platform having a plurality of peg receptacles each capable of receiving a peg for providing support to the container being filled. Drain channels are provided between the peg receptacles and the trough permitting spilled fluids to drain into the trough and providing structural support to the device.

Abstract: A beverage brewing device that can be used to make either hot coffee or iced tea has a retractable decanter support platform which is capable of translation between an extended position and a retracted position. When the support platform is in the extended position, it can accept and support a small decanter for use in receiving the brewed beverage. The support platform has a warming plate which maintains the temperature of the beverage. When the support platform is in the retracted position, the platform is positioned to enable a large decanter to be placed on the base of the device. The beverage brewing device also has an electric circuit capable of causing the beverage brewing device to brew coffee when the decanter support platform is in the extended position, and causing the beverage brewing device to brew tea when the decanter support platform is in the retracted position.

Abstract: An improved drip tray for a beverage dispenser, an improved cold carbonated beverage dispenser and a kit for retrofitting existing beverage dispensers into the improved beverage dispenser have a drip tray with a front nose which is extended and spaced upward of and forward of an original drip tray and cup rest, and wings which extend transversely outward beyond sides of the dispenser. An improved and enlarged receptacle rest extends to the nose and across both wings. The improved dispenser handles both standard sized cups and extra large beverage receptacles of at least one quart volume, specific examples of which are 44 oz. cups and pitchers, while providing automatic unattended shut off of dispensing in response to sensing of the level of beverage being adjacent to the upper rim of any of the standard or extra large receptacles, and complete and stable unattended support of the extra large receptacles during dispensing and shut off.

Abstract: A bottle filling machine is disclosed in which a chamber is provided for receipt of a refillable bottle with a resealable opening through which a probe may extend. Centering means extend into the housing to center the bottle on the base of a chamber. Then a probe extends into the chamber and engages an opening in the refillable bottle to fill and pressurize the bottle. After filling, the probe retracts allowing the filled bottle to be removed from the chamber.

Abstract: An improved beverage dispenser for filling any one receptacle taken from a predetermined group of different sized cups or a significantly large pitcher, the dispenser has manual start and automatic shut off of dispensing utilizing an electrically conductive combination activator and beverage probe lever, has an improved receptacle rest for dependable support of all of the cups or the pitcher, and the rest has a rearwardly inclined tilted upper receptacle support surface to tilt the receptacle toward the lever. The improved receptacle rest has a nose extending up and out beyond a dispenser drip tray for support of the pitcher, and a backstop to prevent the pitcher from damaging or disabling the automatic shut off and the dispenser. A method of dispensing, a retrofit kit, and method of retrofitting a cup dispenser into a dipenser for cups and/or pitchers with automatic dispensing shut off are also provided.

Abstract: A device for the collection of waste oil and other liquids including a closeable receptacle and a support. The receptacle is positioned for vertical height adjustment with respect to the support by means of a downwardly extending open-ended boss in telescopic receipt of a post upwardly extending from the support. Stop means are included on the boss such that the positioning of the receptacle may be achieved by one hand of the user while leaving the user free with his or her other hand. Such above action is additionally facilitated by an inwardly extending recess in the side walls of the support.

Abstract: An incrementally positionable reciprocating conveyor mounted tray serially positions each of a plurality of containers beneath a dispensing unit for dispensing a predetermined material and quantity thereof into each of the containers.

Abstract: An apparatus for charging a plastic mass such as dental amalgam through an opening of and into the hollow interior of a capsule such as a magazine for a tooth-filling appliance has a support formed with an elongated passage defining a longitudinal axis and having an outlet end, with a seat at the outlet end snugly interfittable with the capsule over the opening thereof, and with a storage chamber adapted to hold the mass and extending transversely from the passage. A piston is reciprocal axially within the passage between a retracted position to the opposite side of the chamber as the outlet end and in an advanced position as least substantially past the chamber toward the outlet end. This piston is axially displaceable in the passage between these positions for displacing a charge of the mass from the chamber axially along the passage and out of the outlet end into the capsule through the opening thereof.

Abstract: A compact filling station for fire extinguisher cylinders wherein the cylinder is weighed as the fire extinguishing material is fed therein to determine the correct quantity in said cylinder and said cylinder is filled by using a vacuum.

Abstract: The device for introducing fillers and a terminal into the case of a galvanic cell comprises a tool in the form of a nozzle with at least one concentric space and a central channel, a mechanism for the volumetric supply of fillers into the tool spaces incorporating cylinders which accommodate pistons with rods and have stops intended to limit the travel of the rods, the cylinder spaces communicating through holes with pressure lines feeding said fillers and with said spaces of the tool. In said device the piston of each cylinder of the mechanism for the volumetric supply of fillers has a bushing intended to vacate the space for said fillers, the distance between the holes interconnecting the space of each cylinder with the pressure line and the tool space being larger than the height of the metered portion of the filler.

Abstract: Unitary system for changing catalyst particles in a catalytic converter mounted in a vehicle exhaust system. The system attaches to and hangs from the converter, applied rotary off-center vibration, and collects the liberated particles in a self-supporting canister. Vacuum means, acting through the exhaust pipe, aids in starting the emptying process and acts to refill the converter.

Abstract: An improved device for removing and replacing catalyst particles or pellets in an underfloor type catalytic converter is provided. The catalytic converter is a purifier installed in the exhaust pipe of an internal combustion engine for the purpose of purifying the emissions thereof. The catalyst changer includes a canister for containing catalyst particles, a conduit for conducting particles from the converter to the canister and vice versa, an eccentrically mounted vibrator to aid in removing particles from the converter and in replenishing the converter with a fresh supply of particles tightly packed in a catalytic bed, and clamping means for rigidly clamping the changer to the catalytic converter during removal and replacement of the catalytic particles. The clamping means is of a construction and magnitude to cause opposed clamping elements to deform the outer skin or surface of the casing of the coverter.