Abstract: A nozzle is provided for a fleet fuel dispensing system. The nozzle includes an input port that is adapted to receive fuel through a fuel supply hose, and a spout that is configured to dispense fuel into a fuel entry receptacle of a vehicle. A valve assembly is configured to couple the input port with the spout, and is further configured to selectively facilitate the passage of fuel from the input port to the spout. A status light is associated with the nozzle and includes a single LED that is connected with a fleet management system. The status light is configured to selectively illuminate as directed by a fleet management system. The illumination provides information as to whether a vehicle is authorized to receive fuel from the spout. A fuel dispensing system having such a nozzle is also provided.

Abstract: A low liquid retention fuel nozzle that is mainly comprised of a nozzle body and a spout attached to the nozzle body. A fuel supply travels down the nozzle body and through the spout and into a container. Typically, after the flow of fuel is stopped within a nozzle, fuel drips from the spout and resides on its surfaces. Nozzle spouts are typically made from aluminum which is easily wet-out by fuels which facilitates the creation of drips and residual fuel. The present invention is directed towards a spout with one or more surfaces that have a low surface energy. The low surface energy promotes drops to form. The resulting drops are likely to fall into the container to be filled prior to the user removing the spout from the container. The result is less contaminating fuel drops on the ground and less environmentally polluting fuel vapors reaching the atmosphere.

Abstract: Liquid crystal dropping apparatus and method for dropping liquid crystal discharged from discharging ports of a liquid crystal dropping head on a planned drop region, wherein the liquid crystal is discharged only from one or some of discharging ports located in correspondence with the planned drop region among a plurality of discharging ports of the liquid crystal dropping head.

Abstract: A lever for use with a fuel nozzle having a trigger disposed intermediate a hand piece and a hand guard, the trigger being laterally displaceable toward the hand piece so as to actuate a fuel flow. The lever includes an elongate member having a handle on one end and a fulcrum located adjacent an opposite end. The fulcrum is adapted to engage the hand guard. The lever also includes a bearing configured to engage the trigger such that, in use, the handle is rotatable about the fulcrum so as to displace the trigger toward the hand piece.

Abstract: A clip that holds the dispensing lever of a fluid dispensing pump in an open position, thereby controlling the flow of liquid from the pump without the necessity of the user manually applying pressure to the dispensing lever. One use of the clip is on the gasoline pumps at self service gasoline pumps. The clip is of a generally U-shape and comprises a shank, two upwardly turning legs at each end of the shank and a first and second arm pivotally attached to the first and second legs, respectively. The clip is capable of alternating between a folded state and an extended state. The clip is constructed so that the first and second arms pivot inwardly towards the shanks reducing the clip to the compact form when not in use.

Abstract: The liquid transfer apparatus includes a liquid storage drum, a liquid transfer structure on said storage drum and a transfer container positionable on the liquid transfer structure. The liquid transfer structure includes a pump, a level sensor and a riser hose member. The riser hose member has one end in the drum and another end in communication with the pump. The pump and the level sensor remove a desired amount of the liquid from the storage drum through the riser hose member into the transfer container. The riser hose member includes a rigid riser tube inserted into said drum, a free end of the riser tube resting on or adjacent a bottom surface of the drum, allowing the drum to be completely emptied of the liquid.

Abstract: The gas pump helper is used to hold the gas pump trigger in a upright on position. This replaces the need for a person to continue to hold the pump trigger while pumping gas. The gas pump helper is made of acrylite matieral. Attach to at he back of the gas pump helper is a magnet, which allows the gas pump helper to stick on the inside of the gas tank flat. The gas pump helper is very useful for a older person or useful while pumping a large amount of fuel.

Abstract: Nozzles (6) for fuel dispensing devices are equipped with system that enable anyone fueling a vehicle to participate in an interactive activity. Those nozzles (6) can have those systems (54) integrally incorporated therein, or those systems can be incorporated into boots (40) that are designed to fit over standard nozzles (6). The systems (54) include a power source (84), an on-off switch, and one or more of the following systems: identifying the user, conveying information from the user to a remote location, sensing and communicating current environmental conditions, an interactive game, conducting a survey, coupon dispensing, delivering a sound or an audio message, providing visual information, a counting mechanism and/or an illumination system. As such, games, quizzes, surveys, and passage of information and promotional materials can be carried out in conjunction with the use of the nozzle assembly. A nozzle also can include a spout composed primarily of a plastic material.

Abstract: The novel use of a one-way valve (13) to prevent drips of fluid such as fuel from a fluid delivery conduit after an intended flow shut-off is disclosed. At least one embodiment involves the use of a biased, one way valve that is reconfigurably responsive to a fluid flow shut-off pressure to prevent flow (e.g., drips, drops and/or a fluid stream) after an intended shut-off of fluid flow via closing of a main valve element (5). The biased, one-way valve (13) may itself comprise at least one fluid obstruction element that is rotatable about and attached at a chord of a simple closed curve (a circle or oval, as but two examples) defined by the inner surface of the conduit through which fluid in the vicinity of the valve flows. Nozzles of existing fuel conduits may be retrofitted to include the valve, or initial manufacturing may incorporate the valve within the conduit.

Abstract: Fuel is dispensed into a fuel tank fill tube by a hand-held tool assembly having a body with an outlet tube connected to a fuel supply passage through an air actuated control valve. Spring biased arcuate jaws surround the outlet tube and expand outwardly into engagement with an inner surface of the fill tube by an air actuated annular clamping piston surrounding the outlet tube. An air actuated annular sealing piston surrounds the clamping piston and is effective to seal the outer end of the fill tube after the fill tube is clamped. The position of the fill tube is sensed by a pin which actuates a proximity switch, and a handle and fluid line connectors projecting from the body at right angles to the outlet tube. Thumb operated control switches are located adjacent the handle.

Abstract: A fuel-dispenser station which comprises one or more fuel hoses with fuel-dispenser nozzles useable to control a flow of fuel, which has been purchased from a fuel vendor, from the fuel vendor's fuel storage tank to the customer's fuel storage reservoir. The fuel-dispenser station comprises one or more hydraulics modules, fuel-hose modules, and/or head electronics modules. Each of the modules of the fuel-dispenser station constitutes a subsystem of the fuel-dispenser station and comprises a module frame-structure to which all of the other components of the module are engaged. Such a module of a fuel dispenser station can be assembled as a unit before being mounted to the fuel-dispenser station and can further be removed from the fuel-dispenser station as an assembled unit.

Abstract: Fuel dispensing nozzles which are equipped with novel systems which enable the user to fuel vehicles, while at the same time, to participate in a passive or interactive activity such as a novel game, quiz, survey, coupon system or, be exposed to an illuminated information area or system. Also included are audio and/or video systems which are electrically or electronically linked to the novel passive or interactive activities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for controlling the recovery of vapour at stations for the dispensing of liquid fuels, e.g. petrol of various grades, from a first tank or container to a second tank or container by the intermediary of a pump and a line and/or hose with a nozzle, e.g.

Abstract: A blow tube for delivering particulate material from a container thereof to a mold to form a core has a unitary, elongate body formed of resiliently elastic material which enables the body to adjust and compensate for misalignment of the container and the mold. The blow tube body has a bore having a plurality of axially spaced sections so that when the particulate material is blown through the body by compressed gas, the density of the particulate material is increased and the velocity of the gas and particle stream is increased. The elasticity of the blow tube body enables the latter to expand in the event the particulate material clogs the blow tube, thereby enabling the clog to disaglomerate.

Abstract: A fuel tank inlet assembly for receiving fuel during automatic vehicle fueling and a pump assembly for delivering fuel during automatic vehicle fueling and the combination thereof. The fuel tank inlet assembly includes a fuel conduit with a fuel exit for operative connection with a fuel tank and the pump assembly includes a fuel nozzle for operative connection with the inlet assembly. One preferred embodiment of the invention includes a positioning system which utilizes inductive triangulation to connect the pump assembly to the inlet assembly.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an apparatus and a method for a cover for placement over a gasoline hose assembly of a gasoline delivery system for a gasoline delivery truck. The cover comprises a hole for placement of the hose therein along with fasteners or a clip for attachment of the cover to the hose having weights stitched or formed into the hem of the cover in such a way to hold the edges of the cover down so as to prevent the entrance of rain or debris into the gasoline tank receiving nozzle.

Abstract: The bottle filling device may be used to aid in the filling of a small fluid bottle container from an external liquid source. An inlet fitting that is expansible allowing a friction fit on a variety of spouts of varying sizes may be fitted to a spout. An outlet end of the bottle filling device has a funnel spout with an opening sized for dispensing fluids within the diameter of a mouth of a small water bottle. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a search or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: This invention deals with a novel boot and its use on fuel dispensing devices. The boot contains a sound system and/or a video system for messages or sounds as fuel is being pumped into a vehicle. Also disclosed is a novel nozzle for dispensing fluids.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a clip that holds the dispensing lever of a fluid dispensing pump in an open position, thereby controlling the flow of liquid from the pump without the necessity of the user manually applying pressure to the dispensing lever. One use of the clip is on the gasoline pumps at self service gasoline pumps. The clip is of a generally U-shape and comprises a shank, two upwardly turning legs at each end of the shank and a first and second arm pivotally attached to the first and second legs, respectively. The clip is capable of alternating between a folded state and an extended state. The clip is constructed so that the first and second arms pivot inwardly towards the shank, reducing the clip to the compact form when not in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for transferring data relating to the functioning of a fuel dispenser between a wireless device and the fuel dispenser. The wireless device activates a sensor on the fuel dispenser which in turn initiates the transfer of data between the wireless device and the fuel dispenser. The wireless device can download data from the fuel dispenser for review as well as modifying the data. If the operator of the wireless device modifies the data, the operator can upload the modified data to the fuel dispenser.

Abstract: A fuel filling system includes a diesel fuel filler orifice on the vehicle for receiving diesel fuel from a diesel fuel supply nozzle. The diesel fuel filler orifice is of non-circular cross-section and has a minimum internal dimension which is less than the external diameter of a traditional lead free fuel pump nozzle. A diesel fuel supply nozzle is also disclosed. This supply nozzle has a maximum external dimension greater than the internal diameter of a traditional leaded fuel filler orifice.

Abstract: The bagging machine has a rotary table with openings to receive a series of bags. Each bag is staked onto four pins two of which are stationary and two of which are laterally movable. After filling, the bag is heat sealed using a pair of heat seal bars and then severed by a fly knife above the heat seal. The bag is then removed manually or automatically.

Abstract: A fuel dispensing nozzle incorporating a lever assembly that enables a user to more easily and controllably dispense fuel through the nozzle. More particularly, the nozzle has a fuel flow path running through it, with an automatic fuel flow shutoff mechanism and a spring loaded valve assembly with an associated valve stem positioned along the fuel flow path above a lever assembly that regulates the flow of fuel through the nozzle. The lever assembly has a latch plate pivotally connected between the shutoff mechanism and a handle, such that the handle engages the valve stem to provide the user with more leverage to open the valve assembly than is available in conventional nozzle configurations.

Abstract: A container for a fuel system additive. The container comprises a sealable first part (1) for storing the fuel system additive and a second part (2) that is capable of opening a flap on a vehicle's fuel tank. the two parts are capable of relative movement which unseals the first part (1) so that the fuel system additive can leave the first part (1) and travel through the second part (2) into a vehicle's fuel tank. the container avoids or reduces spillage of the fuel system additive.

Abstract: The invention relates to open-close means for a fill opening of a fuel tank of a vehicle that enables the fill opening of the fuel tank to be easily detected by a fuel filling robot. The open-close means comprises an open-close portion for opening and closing the fill opening and a position identifying member. Also, the invention relates to a fuel filling method using the open-close means, wherein the fuel filling robot is provided with a fuel nozzle and moving means for moving the fuel nozzle so that the fuel nozzle can be operated to move into position of the fill opening under control of signals from the position identifying member of the open-close means.

Abstract: Featured is a fuel spill containment device that collects fuel being spilled from the vent of a fuel tank. The fuel spill containment device includes a first member having a through aperture, a flexible container being attached to the first member so an interior volume of the container is in fluid communication with the through aperture and an adhesive layer. The first member through aperture also is configured and arranged so as to be larger than a structure of the vent as it passes through a surface of a tank support structure. The adhesive layer is applied to a portion of a surface of the first member at an angle to an axis of the through aperture. This portion is set so the first member is removably secured to the tank support structure surface. Also featured is a fuel spill containment device for use in containing spills s from the vent of a motorized water vessel and methods related thereto.

Abstract: A pressure sensor includes a pair of inputs for determining the pressure within a vapor recovery path. The inputs are positioned about a flow restrictor within the vapor recovery path. The vapor recovery path may include a mounting platform for attaching the pressure sensor and positioning the inputs relative to the flow restrictor. In one embodiment, a vapor sensor may also be positioned within the vapor recovery path. An inlet port and an outlet port direct vapor from the vapor recovery path to a sensor. The inlet and outlet ports are positioned relative to the flow restrictor for forcing the vapor through the sensor. In this embodiment, a common flow restrictor within the vapor recovery path may accommodate both the vapor sensor and the pressure sensor. If vapor is not being returned in the vapor return path properly, the fuel dispenser may set an alarm condition and/or shut down the fuel dispenser operation.

Abstract: An arrangement for supplying mobile consumers which have an on-board power generation system, and a fuel tank for storing a fuel for operating the power generation system, includes a stationary discharge device for transferring fuel from a stationary fuel source to the fuel tank. The discharge device includes a supply unit for supplying fuel to the consumer, and the consumer has corresponding holding unit with a tank connection for holding fuel. The discharge device also has electricity consuming devices, and the holding means is also equipped with a corresponding means for electricity emission.

Abstract: A bone cement delivery apparatus is provided. The delivery apparatus includes a delivery tube and a connector. The delivery tube has an inner wall providing an axial bore. The connector is provided at a proximal end of the delivery tube. The connector includes at least one receiving slot in the inner wall. The receiving slot includes a transverse portion comprising an override surface and a local recess which cooperate to removably mate the delivery tube and the connector with a bone cement dispensing apparatus.

Abstract: A gasoline pump clip holds the operating lever of the pump nozzle in the “on” position. The nozzle is generally “C” shaped so that it can be used from either side or upside down. One portion of the “C” is inserted into the handle frame to hold the operating lever in its on position while the other portion of the “C” rests on top of the handle frame, thus holding the operating lever to the top of the frame. The “C” shape also guards against rotation of the clip from its working position and makes it compact enough to be secured to the inside of the vehicle's fill port cover.

Abstract: A refuelling robot having a robot tower, which can be moved along a plinth, can be swivelled and has extending from it a robot arm with, at its free end, a filling nozzle, has separate fuel lines for the various types of fuel as far as the robot arm, but combines at least some of these lines into a single line for transition into the arm itself and out through the nozzle. In this way all the usual fuel types can be dispensed while at the same time reducing the outlay on fuel lines.

Abstract: An improved interposer for lifting, supporting and maintaining the operating flow lever/trigger for all of the various gasoline or diesel pump hand inventive device comprises a single element support with two ends Each end of the invention provides variant concave attributes to address the nuances of the multitude of manufactured nozzle handles. While the invention is singular in nature, the design features also address stability during operation regardless of the invention's orientation. And finally, the invention provides for multiple storage options.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for monitoring pressure within a vapor recovery pathway of a vapor recovery fuel system including pressure transducer linked to a radio frequency (RF) transponder. The pressure transducer detects changes in vapor pressure within a vapor recovery pathway pressure and the RF transponder relays the information to a remote site for monitoring. The radio frecuency transponder can be housed within as spacer between the vapor recovery hose and the nozzle, mounted in the nozzle itself, the fuel delivery hose, or externally to any of these elements. The detected changes in vapor line pressure can be relayed to any of the fuel dispenser to actuate adjustments in the dispensing system such as vapor recovery pump speed or other parameters.

Abstract: A container for a fuel system additive. The container comprises a sealable first part (1) for storing the fuel system additive and a second part (2) that is capable of opening a flap on a vehicle's fuel tank. the two parts are capable of relative movement which unseals the first part (1) so that the fuel system additive can leave the first part (1) and travel through the second part (2) into a vehicle's fuel tank. the container avoids or reduces spillage of the fuel system additive.

Abstract: An automatic fueling system to be provided in a gas station for dispensing fuel to a vehicle contains a fueling machine containing a fueling pipe led to a fuel-storage tank provided in the gas station, and a fueling nozzle connected to the fueling pipe via a hose, a nozzle conveyance unit containing an arm mechanism, a mechanism control unit for controlling the movement of the arm mechanism, and a fuel-port sensor for sensing the position of a fueling port of the vehicle, the nozzle conveyance unit automatically conveying the fueling nozzle to the fueling port and automatically inserting the fueling nozzle thereto under the control of the mechanism control unit, and a data input/output apparatus for inputting fueling information therefrom and outputting the fueling information to the fueling machine and the nozzle conveyance unit, the fueling nozzle being conveyed by unit of the nozzle conveyance unit to the fueling port in either case where the fueling port faces the fueling machine or the fueling port does

Abstract: In a filling system for moving a supply of liquid through an automatic nozzle, a filling adaptor affixed to a fill pipe of the container for receiving the automatic nozzle has a safety closure at a discharge end thereof to reduce spillage of liquid from the container upon tipping of the container.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for transferring fluids from a fluid container to a fluid reservoir are disclosed. More particularly, the fluid transfer apparatus is directed to the transfer of fluids from commercially supplied plastic containers to various fluid and lubricant reservoirs. The invention enables contaminant and drip free transfer of fluids from locations both above and below the reservoir opening and provides for the precise volumetric measurement of the fluid transferred. The fluid transfer apparatus may comprise a cap with a bore through its upper surface configured to closely receive a tube. The tube may be extended with a suitable length of flexible tubing having an inner diameter configured to closely receive the tube. The present invention can also be viewed as providing a method for transferring fluid.

Abstract: A beverage dispenser having a downwardly projecting dispensing spout spaced outwardly from the housing of the dispenser and a rib component secured into a position between the housing and the spout to prevent insertion of oversized cups beneath the spout.

Abstract: A portable hands-free gas pumping device and method therefor, comprising a elongated body which can be inserted between a bottom surface of an activation lever and a bottom portion of a gas pump handle frame in order to maintain the activation lever in an activated position during the fueling process.

Abstract: A system for automatically fuelling vehicles, primarily automobiles, that includes a sensor to detect the presence of a person in proximity to the fuelling system. A fuelling robot includes a robot head that can be moved relative to the robot to enable the robot head to be brought by a positioning system from a rest position to a predetermined position in relation to the fuel-tank pipe of the vehicle. The robot head is provided with electrically conductive sheet-metal elements that are connected to an oscillating electric circuit. A sensing circuit senses a change in the frequency of the oscillating circuit that results from a change in the capacitance between the sheet-metal elements, such as when a person is near the fuelling robot. The sensing circuit activates an alarm in response to a predetermined frequency change, to warn a person who is too near the fuelling robot.

Abstract: A hold-open device comprising a small block that can easily be inserted into a pump handle, thereby holding the handle in the open position. A center hole provides for easy removal of the device when pumping is complete. Removal may be facilitated by simply placing one finger into the hole and sliding the device free of the pump handle. A finger-like protrusion at one corner of the block prevents the device from slipping out of the pump handle during operation.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a dispensing system for a fuel additive. This dispensing system comprises two subsystems, one being located in a vehicle and the other located in a fuel pump. The dispensing system of the present disclosure dispenses a liquid fuel additive into a fuel additive storage container of a vehicle at the time the vehicle is fueled at a fuel pump. According to the present disclosure, the fuel additive is a solution of urea, water and a monohydric or polyhydric alcohol. A gasoline performance enhancer may also be used as a fuel additive in the dispensing systems of the present disclosure.

Abstract: An automated fueling nozzle for transferring fuel from a fuel storage tank to a vehicle fuel storage tank has a vacuum sensing means disposed outboard of a discharge end of an outlet spout of the nozzle to interrupt the flow of fuel when the tank is substantially full to prevent reflux of fuel from the vehicle tank through the inlet conduit of the vehicle tank.

Abstract: An automatic fueling system containing a fueling machine having a nozzle mechanism comprising an injection pipe with a nozzle insertion sensor thereon, and a plurality of fueling nozzles contained in the injection pipe, each for dispensing a predetermined sort of fuel, and a fuel port sensor; and a data input/output unit for performing a signal transmission to and from the fueling machine; wherein the insertion of one of the nozzles is carried out to an automobile to be fueled having a signal generator thereon by the movement of the fueling machine based on the signal transmission between the fuel port sensor and the signal generator, and the fueling is suspended by the detection of a required level of fueling.

Abstract: A collapsible gas lever lock that is inserted between the gas lever and the bottom of the gas pump handle to maintain the gas lever in the fueling position eliminating the need apply a constant squeezing force to the gas lever during the entire fueling operation. The compressible gas lever lock includes a support assembly and a securing strap assembly. The support assembly includes top and bottom support plates connected together by a spring and a fabric outer cover. The securing strap assemblies holds the top and bottom support plates in the compressed configuration between uses for carrying in a purse or pocket.

Abstract: A device for simultaneously filling a container serving as a fuel tank and a container serving as a reducing-agent container with a single pump nozzle is used for environmentally friendly internal combustion engines with exhaust-gas purification systems requiring both tanks which are to be refilled repeatedly. Filler necks of the containers as well as outlet pipes disposed in the pump nozzle and assigned to the filler necks, are combined. A method for filling the containers is also provided.

Abstract: A dry powder composition comprising formoterol and a carrier substance, both of which are in finely divided form, wherein the formulation has a poured bulk density of from 0.28 to 0.38 g/ml is useful in the treatment of respiratory disorders.

Abstract: In a filling system for moving a supply of liquid through an automatic nozzle, a filling adaptor affixed to a fill pipe of the container for receiving the automatic nozzle has a safety closure at a discharge end thereof to reduce spillage of liquid from the container upon tipping of the container.

Abstract: An automated fueling nozzle for transferring fuel from a fuel storage tank to a vehicle fuel storage tank has a vacuum sensing arrangement disposed outboard of a discharge end of an outlet spout of the nozzle to interrupt the flow of fuel when the tank is substantially full to prevent reflux of fuel from the vehicle tank through the inlet conduit of the vehicle tank.

Abstract: A collar for fitting over at least a portion of the housing of a fuel delivery nozzle. The collar comprises a main body, an arrangement for securing the main body to the housing, and a collar portion shaped to mateably engage around a portion of the housing and arranged to engage the main body.