Abstract: A method of controlling the fouling potential of mollusks in aqueous systems which comprises adding to the system an effective controlling amount of a nitrostyrene compound and an alkyl thiocyanate compound.

Abstract: To control the fouling potential of mollusks in aqueous systems, an effective amount for the purpose of an effective nitrostyrene compound is added to said systems.

Abstract: Water sanitizing compositions are disclosed which are comprised of a mixture of trichloroisocyanuric acid and an alkaline earth metal solubility promoting additive selected from the group consisting of the bicarbonate, carbonate, hydroxide, oxide and mixtures thereof of said alkaline earth metal. The compositions have a molar ratio of said additive to trichloroisocyanuric acid of from about 0.3:1 to about 3:1 and a moisture content of less than about 0.2 percent by weight of the compositions.The novel compositions rapidly dissolve in water bodies such as those found in swimming pools, commodes, automatic dishwashers and the like to quickly provide a sanitizing amount of available chlorine for sanitizing the water.

Abstract: The disclosure teaches a method of retarding the loss of carbon dioxide from a circulating water system by means of quaternary ammonium compounds having at least one hydrocarbon radical containing twelve or more carbon atoms or at least two hydrocarbon radicals each containing seven or more carbon atoms. In the method an effective amount of a suitable quaternary ammonium compound is added to the water in the system, surprisingly slowing the rate of loss of carbon dioxide from the water. Carbon dioxide is added to the water as needed to maintain the desired pH. The method provides an advantageous alternative to using stronger and more hazardous acids in maintaining a lowered pH in circulating water systems, for example, in heat exchange systems that utilize cooling towers.

Abstract: Water sanitizing compositions are disclosed which are comprised of a mixture of trichloroisocyanuric acid and an alkaline earth metal solubility promoting additive selected from the group consisting of the bicarbonate, carbonate, hydroxide, oxide and mixtures thereof of said alkaline earth metal. The compositions have a molar ratio of said additive to trichloroisocyanuric acid of from about 0.3:1 to about 3:1 and a moisture content of less than about 0.2 percent by weight of the compositions.The novel compositions rapidly dissolve in water bodies such as those found in swimming pools, commodes, automatic dishwashers and the like to quickly provide a sanitizing amount of available chlorine for sanitizing the water.

Abstract: A method of controlling the incidence and growth of the bacterium Legionella pneumophila in water systems of the recirculating type comprises adding to water in the water system a bactericidally effective amount of 2,2'-dihydroxy-5,5'-dichlorodiphenyl sulphide. At least one treatment agent selected from the group consisting of agents for dispersing organic matter, scale-formation inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors and anti-foaming agents can also be employed.

Abstract: A method of controlling Corbicula in aqueous systems comprising treating said systems with a cationic polymer. A preferred polymer is a poly (quaternary ammonium) compound having the recurring structure:[DMDAAX.sup..crclbar. ]where DMDAAX.sup..crclbar. is a polymer unit resulting from monomeric dimethyldiallylammonium X.sup..crclbar. ; and X.sup..crclbar. is an anion; said polymer preferably having a weight average molecular weight of from about 200,000 to 400,000.

Abstract: There is provided a water insoluble disinfectant composition comprising a tertiary amine quaternized with a water insoluble carrier to provide a quaternary ammonium salt.In the preferred modification of the invention, the carrier is a resin, most suitably a crosslinked polystyrene or crosslinked methacrylate resin. The compositions of the present invention are formed by creating an amine reactive labile active center on the carrier and reacting said activated carrier with the amine of choice to form a quaternary ammonium salt. Ammonium salts having at least one alkyl moiety of C10 to C16 carbon atoms and at least one aryl moiety have been found particularly effective.

Abstract: A composition suitable for sanitizing water bodies consists of a mixture in compressed form of trichloroisocyanuric acid and an alkali metal bicarbonate. The mixture has a molar ratio of alkali metal bicarbonate to trichloroisocyanuric acid of from about 3:1 to about 1:1 and a moisture content of less than 0.2 percent by weight of the mixture.The novel compositions, for example in tablet form, rapidly dissolve in water bodies such as swimming pools, spas and hot tubs to provide high concentrations of available chlorine for sanitizing the water. The compositions effervesce during dissolution and are resistant to thermal decomposition.

Abstract: In a cartridge for removal of impurities from water, an elongated tube is charged, between water-permeable barriers, with ion exchange resin of a type capable of removal of bacteria from water. Outside one such barrier, an inlet cap is charged with water-soluble bactericide in a shelf-stable, water-activatable form. Preferably, the bactericide is sodium salt of dichloroisocyanuric acid, in granular form.

Abstract: A method of reducing the activity of non-volatile mutagens, in chlorinated water, such as chlorinated drinking water and municipal and industrial waste water, by sulfite treatment. The chlorinated water is treated with a stoichiometric excess of sulfur dioxide or soluble sulfite or bisulfite salt sufficient to dechlorinate the water and at least partially destroy the mutagens present.

Abstract: There is provided a water insoluble disinfectant composition comprising a tertiary amine quaternized with a water insoluble carrier to provide a quaternary ammonium salt.In the preferred modification of the invention, the carrier is a resin, most suitably a crosslinked polystyrene or crosslinked methacrylate resin. The compositions of the present invention are formed by creating an amine reactive labile active center on the carrier and reacting said activated carrier with the amine of choice to form a quaternary ammonium salt. Ammonium salts having at least one alkyl moiety of C10 to C16 carbon atoms and at least one aryl moiety have been found particularly effective.

Abstract: This invention relates to N,N-diallyl-3-hydroxy azetidinium salts, homo- and co-polymers thereof; and the preparation thereof. This invention also relates to the use of the above polymers as demulsifiers.

Abstract: Biofouling in recirculating water systems may be controlled by admixing or otherwise providing 1-bromo-3-chloro-5, 5-dimethylhydantoin ("BCDMH") to the water at a level effective to control biological film-forming organisms and thereafter maintaining the BCDMH concentration at a level sufficient substantially to inhibit regrowth of such organisms.

Abstract: A method and composition for controlling odor emission from toilet holding tanks for prolonged intervals of at least 48 hours consisting essentially of adding to the toilet holding tank an effective amount of an additive composition consisting essentially of a quaternary compound selected from the class consisting of alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride and alkyl diethyl benzyl ammonium chloride where the alkyl group contains 12-18 carbon atoms, inclusive; formaldehyde; and an acid buffer sufficient to buffer the composition in the toilet system to a pH in the range of 4-5. The effective amount is that which is sufficient to maintain a concentration of at least 100 parts per million of the additive composition throughout the prolonged interval.