Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for a crankcase breather vent assembly to direct blow-by gases out of an engine crankcase. A vent base comprising a generally cylindrical vessel communicates received blow-by gases into an interior cavity of a breather vent that comprises a filter medium. Baffles disposed within an interior cavity of the vent base capture oil carried along with the blow-by gases. The captured oil is directed to an oil sump of the engine by way of a suitable hose. A bonnet fastenably receives the breather vent and is configured to reduce a buildup of oil residue on nearby engine components. An outer profile of the breather vent is tapered along a longitudinal dimension of the filter medium to facilitate unrestricted air flow through the filter medium when the bonnet is installed onto the breather vent.

Abstract: A device includes a head having a material having a plurality of pores, wherein at least some of the pores from the plurality of pores each have a size that is smaller than a water molecule and larger than an air molecule such that the air molecules can pass through the pores and the water molecules are prevented from passing through the pores; and an elongated body extending from the head and having a thread on an outer surface thereof and having a conduit extending longitudinally through the elongated body to the head. The device is configured to fasten a first surface to a second surface using the thread of the elongated body.

Abstract: A railroad car hatch cover assembly including a replaceable combined hatch cover protector and gasket that can be quickly and easily mounted to a hatch cover of the vented hatch cover assembly and easily and quickly removed therefrom. In certain embodiments, the combined hatch cover protector and gasket includes an outer sealing member configured to be positioned in a pocket of the hatch cover, an inner protector element holder, a protector element held by and secured to the protector element holder, and a dual connector connecting the outer sealing member and the inner protector element holder, and configured to partially facilitate connection to the hatch cover.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for a crankcase breather vent assembly to direct blow-by gases out of an engine crankcase. A vent base comprising a generally cylindrical vessel communicates received blow-by gases into an interior cavity of a breather vent that comprises a filter medium. Baffles disposed within an interior cavity of the vent base capture oil carried along with the blow-by gases. The captured oil is directed to an oil sump of the engine by way of a suitable hose. A bonnet fastenably receives the breather vent and is configured to reduce a buildup of oil residue on nearby engine components. An outer profile of the breather vent is tapered along a longitudinal dimension of the filter medium to facilitate unrestricted air flow through the filter medium when the bonnet is installed onto the breather vent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of control device technologies, and discloses a PLC-based electrical automation control device, including an extensible lifting base and a control box mounted on a top of the lifting base. A lifting platform that can move up and down is arranged inside the control box, an automation controller is installed on a top of the lifting platform, both sides of a bottom of the lifting platform are installed with a vertical spring, and a bottom of the spring is fixedly connected to an inner bottom wall of the control box. Left and right inner walls of the control box are each installed with a drive motor, and a rotating disk driven by the drive motor is arranged inside the control box.

Abstract: A vent for allowing airflow between the interior of a building and the exterior of the building while providing a barrier to entry into the building of unwanted exterior environment elements such as pests (e.g., insects and small animals), debris and precipitation is disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removal of contaminants from vented vapors having a pressure indicator/stop assembly.

Abstract: An elongate, preferably rigid housing having a frusto-conical shape and a method for using the same. The large diameter end of the housing is generally adapted to be contacted with the lid of a container to ensure optimal sealing, while that portion of the frusto-conical housing having a small diameter is adapted to, either directly or indirectly, receive forces. The large diameter end is preferably at least partially hollow, and further comprises an inner member adapted to be contacted with smaller lids. Optionally, the small diameter end may be further characterized by a projection extending about the longitudinal axis of the device. For example, the projection may be cylindrical or frusto-conical. The small diameter end may further be characterized by having a recessed portion adapted to receive a tool, such as a conventional paint can opener.

Abstract: A filter for rainwater harvesting forms part of a rainwater catchment system, and includes a container with a lid on its top end, an opening formed in the lid, and a strainer sized and shaped to accommodate the edge of the lid that defines the opening. The strainer includes an upper outwardly directed flange which engages the lid, a vertical side wall that extends downwardly from the upper flange, a lower inwardly directed flange, a reinforcing web supported by the lower flange, a mesh also located above and supported by the lower flange, and a retainer ring located above and supported by the lower flange and adapted to be secured thereto to removably hold the mesh and the reinforcing web therebetween. When the strainer is placed within the opening in the lid and the container is located such that the opening is in the flow path of a rainwater downspout, the strainer allows the passage therethrough of rainwater and filters debris from the rainwater to thereby enable the rainwater to be harvested.

Abstract: The invention is generally applicable to a container. More specifically, the invention is applicable to a container for the collection, storage and transport of waste and refuse material, such as food grease generated by restaurants, schools, hospitals, grocery stores, hotels and other institutions that generate waste food grease.

Abstract: A waterproof and breathable plug is provided. A protection net is assembled with one side or two sides of a waterproof and breathable membrane, to prevent insects from contacting and damaging the waterproof and breathable membrane. A collet is further assembled with the waterproof and breathable membrane, to prevent the waterproof and breathable membrane from moving, contracting and being deformed. The collet is also easily to be assembled in a breathable bolt. The waterproof and breathable plug is adjustable to regulate the breathing rate, fitting different electrical boxes or different weather conditions. Therefore, the problems of the prior art that the conventional waterproof and breathable membrane is easily bit by insects, the waterproof and breathable membrane has a constant-sized opening that cannot regulate the air amount, and the waterproof and breathable membrane is likely deformed due to the bad weather and high humidity and temperature are thus overcome.

Abstract: A protective device attached to a pressure release valve of a lid of a pressure cooker, including a dome-shaped mesh casing body, a ring-shaped reinforcing frame fixed to the upper edge of the mesh casing body, a bridge plate provided on the reinforcing frame with both ends thereof fixed to the reinforcing frame so that the bridge plate diametrically crosses the ring-shaped reinforcing frame keeping distance from the bottom of the mesh casing body, and an attachment member of substantially a hollow cylinder provided at the center of the bridge plate.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a filter element (310, 410) for a conventional beverage can (1, 2), with a top of a can (100) comprising a pull tab with a fixing (103), a tab (110) and a sealing element (101) which at least adjoins to a punch edge (102) of an opening of the can, wherein the filter element has an area which at least covers the entire said opening when the can is opened, wherein the filter element (310, 410) is adapted to be fastened to the top side of the top of the can (100) either by the fixing (103) of the pull tab or adherence directly to the top of the can (100).

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved sealing means, typically a lid, for a beverage container. Positioned, between the annular cover portion of the lid and the rim of the beverage container, is a liquid permeable filter, this filter having an opening for receiving a mounting member in the form of a protrusion, which extends from the annular cover portion, downwards, through the annular cover portion, into the beverage container, where the inner peripheral edge of the opening of the liquid permeable filter is attached around the outer periphery of the protrusion. With a protrusion in the form of a tube surrounding an opening in the annular cover portion, food additives are allowed to be inserted after the lid has been mounted to the drinking container.

Abstract: A disposable lid for mounting upon the substantially circular lip of a personal beverage container and a method for making the same, the lid having an annular mounting portion for anchoring upon the circular cup lip; a top plate portion coupled to the annular mounting portion; a drink-through opening within the top plate portion and adjacent to an outer portion thereof adjacent to the annular mounting portion and enabling drinking from the cup without removal of the lid and permitting the lips of a user drinking from the cup to substantially encompass the drink-through opening, the drink-through opening further including a liquid permeable membrane formed of a first plurality of perforations; and a vent opening within the top plate portion spaced away from the drink-through opening, the vent opening further including an air permeable membrane formed of a second plurality of perforations.

Abstract: A lattice structure for the passage of a first medium against a second medium with transverse webs and longitudinal webs, lattice openings with a clear width of ?300 ?m being arranged between the transverse webs and the longitudinal webs. On at least one side of the lattice structure, the transverse webs and/or the longitudinal webs have a rib arrangement of ribs projecting vertically to the lattice plane, at least one first group and a second group of ribs being arranged which differ from one another at least by their heights H1, H2 with H1>H2. A vessel with at least one water inlet window and an air outlet window, both windows being provided with the lattice structures.

Abstract: An oil fill cap for an internal combustion engine replaces a standard cap and provides separation of air and oil in a separation zone within the cap body. The cap body defines a plurality of passages therethrough, including an upstream passage, and first and second downstream passages meeting at a separation junction. The cap body defines a separation zone at the separation junction and receiving the air/oil mixture from the engine through the upstream passage, and sending separated air to the first downstream passage, and sending separated oil to the second downstream passage.

Abstract: The locking container is a selectively lockable container for the storage of used cooking oil and the like. The locking container includes a reservoir and both front and side locking mechanisms. The front and side locking mechanisms selectively retain a screen within the reservoir. The container is adapted for the disposal of oils, solvents, acids and various other liquid wastes. The pair of locking mechanisms allow access for storing the liquid waste in the container, but prevent unauthorized removal of the liquid waste. The container includes a lid to cover the screen, with the lid being secured by the front locking mechanism. The side locking mechanism locks the screen to the reservoir.

Abstract: A filter assembly for use with compressor assemblies such as oxygen concentrators, ventilators and other breathing apparatus including a compartmented housing member having at least one inlet opening, an outlet opening, a filter member, and an adjustment member associated with the at least one outlet opening for varying the size of the at least one outlet opening for adjusting the amount of ambient air entering the filter assembly.

Abstract: A safety cap made of a mesh casing body and attachment frame and attached by snap-fitting or screw engagement to the pressure release valve of a pressure cooker or to the inner surface of the lid of the cooker so as to cover the pressure release valve, thus allowing no food particles to reach the pressure release valve and preventing the pressure release valve from being clogged.

Abstract: A vented hatch cover comprising a cover body, an intake filter element, and a discharge filter element includes a plurality of walls defining an air intake passage, and an air discharge passage, an inner rim and an outer rim with a plurality of ribs extending across the air intake passage. The intake filter element includes a plurality of latches engaging the ribs. The discharge filter element includes an outer disc portion with a radially outer edge having a rim with a plurality of latches that releasably secure the discharge filter element to the inner rim of the cover body.

Abstract: A relief vent assembly for a fuel storage tank includes a vent body defining a chamber to provide a substantially axially smooth and unencumbered path of flow for pressurized fluid to vent out from the tank. Such a path of flow allows the pressurized fluid to remain laminar throughout approximately the entire path through the chamber, maintaining a high flow rate. The vent assembly includes a crossbar that supports the rod of a lid that covers a distal margin of the vent body. The crossbar is disposed substantially at the distal margin of the vent body to prevent any premature turbulent flow of the pressurized fluid, which would slow the flow rate. A widening tapered bore of the chamber increases the flow area and serves to offset the area occupied by the crossbar.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cover for a cooking vessel. The cover includes a screen having a dome-shaped structure and a frame coupled to a peripheral edge of the screen. The frame is adapted to be received on a top portion of the cooking vessel, thereby disposing the cover on the cooking vessel. Also disclosed is a cover for cooking vessels, which is adapted to be disposed on a top portion of cooking vessels of various sizes. The cover includes a first portion and a second portion slidably coupled to the first portion. The first portion includes a first screen, a first frame coupled to a bottom peripheral edge of the first screen, and a retracting mechanism configured on the first frame. The second portion includes a second screen, and a second frame coupled to a bottom peripheral edge of the second screen.

Abstract: A sterilization container having a recess that surrounds a vent and a gasket in the recess and a filter cover that has a ridge matching the recess such that when the cover is locked in place, the cover ridge fits into the container recess and applies pressure against the gasket.

Abstract: Container for the storage and/or transportation of liquids or powders, in particular inflammables, suitable for preventing the formation of electrostatic charge, comprising a tank supported by a pallet, housed in a metallic cage and having an outer surface in contact with said metallic cage. The tank comprises a base layer of plastic material, a layer modified through plasma and a layer of metallic material deposited with vacuum PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition )technique. The metallic layer is in contact with the cage. The metallization of a plastic tank is carried out by generating in a chamber a plasma which activates the outer surface of said tank so as to form a surface layer and carrying out, with vacuum PVD technique, the deposition of a layer of conductive metallic material superposing said surface layer to obtain a tank metallized on the outside.

Abstract: The invention described herein relates to a filter system for sterilization containers which secures a gas permeable filter onto a vented portion of the container. The filter system of the invention includes a locking mechanism that is comfortable and easy to use, and that requires a simple sliding movement of the users hand to lock and unlock the filter system components in place. The invention further includes a filter system structured such that the openings of the filter system plates permit transport of air across the filter while at the same time the openings are arranged to reduce or prevent undesirable physical perforation of the filter. By virtue of its structure, the need for particular rotational positioning of filter components in relation to one another is significantly reduced. The filter system of the invention also reduces or eliminates the need for perimeter gaskets.

Abstract: A one-way degassing valve (4) for containers of aromatic products such as coffee and the like, comprising a valve body (5, 6), a valve element (12) and a filter (17), comprising a selective filter layer (21a), preferably consisting of activated charcoal, which allows the passage of low molecular weight gases, such as carbon dioxide, and retains high molecular weight gases that constitute the product's aroma, and an oxygen and CO2 adsorbing layer (21b), able to eliminate the residual oxygen present in the container and suitably reduce the amount of CO2.

Abstract: A rag bucket having a lid received against a tub's rim that allows bleached rags with residual odors of bleach contained therein to breathe with the outside air. The rag bucket lid has an aperture covered by a screen which allows the rags, when sealed therein, to breathe. The lid is recessed into the tub so that after the bleached rags have been removed, the lid may act as a strainer, for example, for paint to allow “good” paint to pass through the screen into the tub, and “bad” paint or impurities to be trapped on top of the screen to be discarded so as not to spoil a painter's work.

Abstract: An apparatus for the secure storage of used cooking grease comprises a tank, having one or more walls and a top and bottom, and a grease inlet located at the top of the tank and having upper and lower openings, with each opening at least partially spanned by one or more members.

Abstract: A lid is disclosed having a pressure compensation device comprising a gas permeable, liquid impermeable membrane and a surge protection element comprising a gas permeable material which serves to break the surge pressure exerted on the membrane by the container contents. The lid is designed as an injection molded plastic part with the membrane being integrated in an upper cover portion of the lid by injection molding.

Abstract: A cover for closing a hatch opening in a container such as an enclosed railroad hopper car is provided. The cover is sized to fit over a coaming extending from the hatch opening. An outer rim is formed on the cover and cooperates with the coaming to form an air passage which surrounds an exterior surface of the coaming when the cover is disposed thereon. The cover includes a filter assembly and a gasket which cooperate to provide a continuous vent or air communication path between the interior and the exterior of the container through the air passage. All communication of air between the exterior of the container and the interior of the container is directed through the filter assembly.

Abstract: A beverage container in the form of an aluminium can has a top plate in which a dispensing aperture is formed by pulling a tab so as to inwardly displace a tongue portion. A filtering means is resiliently mounted within the container so as to be deployed at a location traversing the dispensing aperture after the tongue portion has been inwardly displaced. The filtering means may be a perforate plate and may have perforations defining a competition visual indication whereby the token becomes visible only after the container is opened.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cooking apparatus which is adaptable to facilitate straining requirements. The cooking apparatus comprises of a pot and lid that can be securely integrated to function as a strainer. An outer cover of the lid contains regions of perforation which are gated by an inner element when the cookware is used for traditional cooking. The inner element is easily rotatable to allow for convenient transformation. Mating brackets located along the inner circumference of the pot and the corresponding brackets rimming the curved outer edges of the equatorial plates of the inner element function to integrate the components of the cookware. A knob assembly connecting the elements of the lid controls the positioning of the inner element. The transformation of the cookware is accomplished in one convenient step whereby the knob is depressed and rotated, and the mating brackets are engaged.

Abstract: A container (20) suitable for use as a truck box for a pick-up truck, includes a base container portion (21) having an open top, and a cover (22) to close the open top. The cover (22) is pivotally attached to the base (21) by hinge mechanisms (23) which are uniquely formed by combining a hinge pin assembly (101) with a pin retaining assembly (102). The cover (22) may also be latched to the base (21) by a latch assembly (24) which includes pivotable handles (56, 57) on each end of the base (21) which, when either is pivoted, rotates latch hooks (68, 74) from a position engaging the cover (22) to a position releasing the cover, without moving the other handle. The container (20) may also receive a tray (150) therein positionable on a ledge (30) and positively located in one direction by ribs (159) and in the other direction by feet (162) positioned in depressions (38) formed between ribs (37) on the inside of the base (21).

Abstract: A liquid dispenser having a closing member which is provided with an outlet opening for the dispensing of a liquid containing in the dispenser. In order to prevent the outlet opening from being blocked, a disc shaped filter member is provided which comprises a plurality of holes. The individual holes are smaller in diameter than the outlet opening. The filter member can be fixed to the dispenser in the region of its outlet opening by means of the closing member. In order to provide for a simple centering of the filter member on the dispenser, the filter member comprises a tapered circular rib running along its outer edge. Moreover, the filter member is provided with a plurality of notches along its peripheral edge to form a plurality of yielding tongues.

Abstract: A one-way degassing valve (4) for aromatic products, such as coffee and the like, comprising a valve body (5,6), a valve element (12) and a selective type filter (17, 170), preferably consisting of activated charcoal which allows the passage of low molecular weight gases, such as carbon dioxide, and retains the high molecular weight gases that constitute the product's aroma.

Abstract: A device for covering a trash burning receptacle, including a substantially planar, circular lid member. The lid member is composed of a heavy duty steel material and has a thickness of approximately 1/8 inch and a diameter of approximately 28 inches. A smoke exhaust stack is disposed on the top surface of the lid member, with the smoke exhaust stack including a cylindrically shaped steel pipe having a height of approximately four inches and a steel mesh grill disposed over its top surface. A securing mechanism pivotally attaches the lid member to the top of a cylindrical waste receptacle, and includes a U-shaped flange member removably attached to an outer edge of the waste receptacle, along with a hinge member having a first surface attached to the flange member and a second surface attached to the bottom surface of the lid member.

Abstract: A vent filter assembly may be disposed in a wall of a sealed waste container containing radioactive waste or the like and utilized for venting gases. The vent filter includes a housing coupled to the container. The housing includes a first opening communicating with an interior of the container and a second opening communicating with an exterior of the container. The housing defines a gas flow path between the first and second openings. A filter is coupled to the housing and disposed across the gas flow path such that gas flowing between the openings flows through the filter. The filter includes a porous metal hydrophobic filter medium. The components of the assembly may be fabricated from materials that are durable and resistant to deterioration due to elements stored within the container, as well as environmental elements. Further, the components may be fabricated from the same or similar materials or materials which are compatible with one another.

Abstract: A filter device has a filter container closed on all sides, into the bottom of which a cartridge-shaped filter insert has been inserted, under which a filtrate catch reservoir is disposed. An air supply tube is inserted into the filter container which terminates on the inside in an air compensation hole at an adjustable height above the inlet of the filter insert, so that the corresponding hydrostatic pressure of the liquid determines the flow-through speed of the filtrate. The air supply tube terminates at the bottom above the filtrate outlet of the filter insert, so that a filtrate build-up terminates on the corresponding level and the filter insert is closed airtight in this way.

Abstract: In a sterilizing container with a perforated zone which can be covered over in relation to the interior of the container by a filter designed so that it can be displaced and covered over, in order to improve the protection of the filter, on the one hand, and the sealing-off of a bypass under different operating conditions, on the other hand, it is proposed that force elements be used for displacing a covering disc of the filter and the filter itself which change the displacement forces acting on the covering disc and on the filter, respectively, as a function of the temperature.

Abstract: A vented hatch cover for an enclosed vessel having a cover body sized to overlie and cover a hatch opening defined by an upstanding coaming. A pair of air passages are defined by the cover body and a pair of hoods connected thereto. The hoods define air inlet opening and a plenum which communicates with air outlet openings in the interior of the cover body. The air passages permit air flow in sufficient volume to vent the vessel and to empty the vessel by high speed vacuum unloading. A filter is removably retained on the hoods in the air inlet openings. A filter screen on the interior of the cover prevents contamination of the air passages from the inside. A latching arm provides downward pressure on the hatch when in a sealing position and the capability of pivoting the hatch cover together with the latching arm when it is moved. The cover is floatingly engaged in the arm.

Abstract: Packaging for coffee which is to be packed as quickly as is feasible after roasting, i.e., without undergoing substantial off gassing. The packaging preferably comprises a semi-rigid, substantially gas-impervious container capable of withstanding the pressures generated by the release of carbon dioxide and other gases from the fresh roasted coffee in the container. The semi-rigid container is preferably comprised of plastic and predetermined portions of the container are preferably capable of undergoing limited deformation. This prevents instability of the base of the container, thereby keeping its vertical axis erect, and ensures that the container does not become jammed within the shipping case in which it is transported due to lateral expansion.

Abstract: A cap-to-casing adapter (166) is provided for use with a well having a well casing (12) with a top (28), having a support plate (136) that engages the top (28) of the well casing (12), and having a well cap (138) that encloses both a top portion (142) of the well casing (12) and a top portion (144) of an electrical conduit (146). In use, the cap-to-casing adapter (166) is inserted between the top (28) of the well casing (12) and the support plate (136). The cap-to-casing adapter (166) provides insect-proof protection for the well, secures the electrical conduit (146) to the well, provides for locking the well cap (138) to the adapter (166) with a padlock (188), and provides a standardized inside diameter (198) for sealing the well without regard to variations in the inside diameter (200) of the well casing (12).

Abstract: A cap-to-casing adapter (166) is provided for use with a well having a well casing (12) with a top (28), having a support plate (136) that engages the top (28) of the well casing (12), of the well casing (12) and a top portion (144) of an electrical conduit (146). In use, the cap-to-casing adapter (166) is inserted between the top (28) of the well casing (12) and the support plate (136). The cap-to-casing adapter (166) provides insect-proof protection for the well, secures the electrical conduit (146) to the well, provides for locking the well cap (138) to the adapter (166) with a padlock (188), and provides a standardized inside diameter (198) for sealing the well without regard to variations in the inside diameter (200) of the well casing (12).

Abstract: A splash resistance gas vent for venting the fuel tank of a boat includes a body having a bore extending therethrough and a baffle positioned perpendicular to the bore. An annular opening is provided around the baffle and a sloping deflection surface is provided in alignment with the opening and around the bore. A surface between the deflection surface and the opening conducts water entering the opening back out the opening. Additional means, such as a screen mesh over the bore and an enlarged portion of the bore, further inhibit water from entering the fuel tank.

Abstract: A bulk material container with a vent. Disposed in the vent is a filter membrane. Under normal conditions, fluid in the container breathes with the air under atmospheric pressure through the filter membrane. In one embodiment, when the bulk material in the container is under excessive fluid pressure, the filter membrane is fractured for fluid under excessive pressure to vent rapidly to atmosphere. In another embodiment, when there is an excessive vacuum in the container, air under atmospheric pressure fractures the filter member for air atmospheric pressure to instantaneously enter the container through the fractured membrane to reduce the vacuum within the container.

Abstract: A sterilization container is provided with relatively large top and bottom apertures to allow hot steam to rapidly pervade the interior of the container through the top while flushing cool air out the bottom. The apertures are provided with pressure actuated valves with large cross sections to minimize impedance to gas flow when the valves are open. The pressure-sensitive elements of the valves are set such that the valves close to seal the apertures when the external pressure is at atmospheric, and rapidly open fully when the pressure begins to rise in the autoclave as steam is admitted at the start of a sterilization cycle. When the external pressure is returned to atmospheric at the end of the cycle, the pressure-actuated valves close to provide a sealed container for removal from the autoclave.

Abstract: This device is designed to cover food being cooked in an oven, so as to prevent splatter on the walls of the oven. Primarily, it consists of a base rim of channel shape which is secured to a dome shaped mesh screen. An alternate embodiment of the invention is provided with a mechanism for varying the size according to the pan and/or oven with which the device is to cooperate with.

Abstract: An apparatus for preserving perishables fresh and long storage of corrosive material by filling the container with an inert gas and sealing the gas therein.

Abstract: A case closed at one end by a cap and carrying on said cap, inside said case a hub having a stem threaded internally to receive an exhaust pipe from the exhaust port of a gas pressure regulator having an internal relief valve coupled to said exhaust port, the stem of the hub also having, proximate to its supporting cap, an exhaust orifice extending over a sector of the stem; the case having a venting orifice in the wall thereof, such venting orifice being azimuthally aligned with the exhaust orifice in the stem, results in an umbrella vent which permits, in combination with a slotted reading lid in a vault containing the operating umbrella vent according to this invention, the safe dissipation of excess gas pressure in a heating gas distribution system.