Abstract: A safety shield for a liquid sample container, the shield comprising a nozzle adapted to be connected in fluid communication with a source of the liquid, a housing defining a lower open end and in operative relationship with the nozzle for partially enclosing the nozzle, and an assembly in operative relationship with the nozzle and with the housing for directing in a downward direction any of the liquids splashed or overflowed from the container and any vapors from the liquid.

Abstract: Methods and structures are provided for filling cryogenic flasks such as those used in portable, liquid oxygen therapy systems. A circular baffle plate is disposed within the flask neck near the bottom thereof and is sized to allow a narrow annular opening between the baffle edge and the flask neck wall. The liquid fill line is extended downwardly through the baffle plate, so as to discharge liquid below the plate. The baffle plate functions to provide a gas-liquid separation zone within the flask neck; to provide a radiation shield while liquid is present in the flask; and to provide a gas trap to minimize liquid venting in case of tip-over.

Abstract: Vehicular tires, mounted on wheel rims, are more safely inflated in rugged box enclosing entire tire-and-wheel-rim assembly, using inflating line that penetrates through wall of box, with pressure gauge visible from outside of box. Interlocks can be provided to help assure that box must be closed before inflation can be started, and that box cannot be opened for 3 to 10 minutes after inflation is completed. Window can be provided for visually inspecting tire-and-wheel-rim assembly during or after inflation, and deflation valve permits deflation if the inflation appears unsafe. Box can have welded-on re-enforcements.

Abstract: Vehicular tires, mounted on wheel rims, are more safely inflated in rugged box enclosing entire tire-and-wheel-rim assembly, using inflating line that penetrates through wall of box, with pressure gauge visible from outside of box. Interlocks can be provided to help assure that box must be closed before inflation can be started, and that box cannot be opened for 3 to 10 minutes after inflation is completed. Window can be provided for visually inspecting tire-and-wheel-rim assembly during or after inflation, and deflation valve permits deflation if the inflation appears unsafe. Box can have welded-on re-enforcements.

Abstract: An oil filler and closure mounted, in a preferred embodiment, on an engine valve cover provides a hinged cap carrying a pouring trough which, in the open position of the cap, prevents oil spillage on the hinge by carrying poured or dripped oil over the hinge and sealing surface to a position above the filler opening for draining thereinto. When the cap is closed, the pouring trough passes through the filler opening and is stored within the oil containing compartment. A resilient seal, a spring latch, and other features are also disclosed.

Abstract: Vehicular tires, mounted on wheel rims, are more safely inflated in rugged box enclosing entire tire-and-wheel-rim assembly, using inflating line that penetrates through wall of box, with pressure gauge visible from outside of box. Interlocks can be provided to help assure that box must be closed before inflation can be started, and that box cannot be opened for 5 to 10 minutes after inflation is completed. Window can be provided for visually inspecting tire-and-wheel-rim assembly during or after inflation, and deflation valve permits deflation if the inflation appears unsafe.

Abstract: Described are methods of filling and emptying radiation shields comprising a container formed of thin flexible material.The method of filling comprises the steps of (a) filling the radiation shield with a gas to form the shield and then (b) replacing the gas with a radiation attenuating liquid.Additionally, when the shield configuration is not entirely filled with radiation attenuating liquid, either deliberately or due to leakage, an overpressure of gas above the radiation attenuating liquid solidifies the shield in its designed dimensional configuration.The method of emptying comprises the step of forcing the radiation attenuating liquid out through one or more outlets by forcing a gas into the radiation shield.

Abstract: An oil change aid device having a concave collection receptacle formed from a thin circular plastic sheet which is attached to and supported by a heavier plastic strip bent into a cylinder. A slot in the cylinder provides a hand hold to permit readily holding the device in one hand. This device is held in one hand and placed near a drain plug of an oil pan and the drain plug is then loosened through the plastic sheet using the other hand. The plastic sheet captures and contains the drain plug, and also protects the hands, arms and clothing from the drain oil. After the drain plug is removed the device is moved to permit the oil drain into a conventional oil pan and the oil poured from the device into the oil pan to permit retrieving the plug from the device.

Abstract: Vehicular tires, mounted on wheel rims, are more safely inflated in rugged box enclosing entire tire-and-wheel-rim assembly, using inflating line that penetrates through wall of box, with pressure gauge visible from outside of box. Interlocks can be provided to help assure that box must be closed before inflation can be started, and that box cannot be opened for 5 to 10 minutes after inflation is completed.

Abstract: An apparatus for safely emptying aerosol spray cans filled with active ingredient and flammable propellant gas which cans have valve seat inserts for spraying the active ingredient is provided. The apparatus comprises an explosion-proof casing (1) with a cap (3), a discharge pipe (7) connected to the lower end of casing (1), a first valve (12) for venting the gaseous propellant and which shuts off discharge pipe (7), a second valve (13) for draining off the liquid active ingredient which shuts off discharge pipe (7) and clamp means (5) sealed in explosion-proof manner passing through the base of casing (1) and which is movable upwardly and downwardly for removing the valve seat from a spray can placed in casing (1).

Abstract: Apparatus and process for use in high-speed packaging of liquid-bearing substances, particularly foods. The apparatus comprises means to shield a sealable, particularly a heatsealable, portion of each of a series of packages with a protective and disposable shield means.

Abstract: An apparatus for safely and conveniently filling oil lamps of the kind often used for decorative lighting in restaurants and clubs. It includes a housing proportioned to fit over a lamp to be filled. The upper portion of the housing contains an oil supply tank or reservoir. Extending downwardly from the bottom of the reservoir is an oil delivery line having a valve in it operable from the exterior of the housing. Light means within the housing may be provided, and the housing may be partly or totally transparent. A hose and filling wand may be provided as an alternate means for drawing oil from the reservoir.

Abstract: A beverage carbonating apparatus for consumer use comprises a stand supporting a gas bottle and a nozzle, for insertion into the neck of a container holding the beverage to be carbonated, the nozzle being pivoted to the stand for movement about a horizontal axis between a first, inclined position where the container nozzle may be inserted into or removed from the container and a second, vertical position where carbonation occurs.

Abstract: An anti-pollution nozzle assembly that removably engages the fuel inlet tube on an automotive vehicle and removes fuel vapor from the tank thereof at a rate that varies with the rate at which fuel is discharged into said tank by said nozzle assembly, with the removed fuel vapor being returned to the fuel storage tank of the service station where the anti-pollution nozzle assembly is employed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a protective housing unit for a liquid sample container. Basic components include an outer housing member and an inner housing member, which are defined by cylindrical sections. The outer member has an open top, an opening in the side wall, and a bottom which connects to a drain line. Positioned within the outer member is a plate for supporting a liquid sample container, such as a bottle. The inner member has an open top, an open bottom, and an opening in the side wall. Also, the inner member is adapted to fit down into the outer member and to rotate within the outer member. A liquid sample is directed into the container through a fill pipe, which connects to an inlet line and which extends through the top of the inner member and down into the container. During filling, the sample container can be completely enclosed by rotating the inner member to mis-align the side wall openings in each member.