Abstract: A cartridge dispenser for dispensing toner through the use of a plurality of baffles positioned within the cartridge which serve to collect a prescribed amount of toner and dispense it during different strokes of oscillation of the cartridge.

Abstract: A refuse container assembly for storing refuse material at a refuse transfer station is provided with a receptacle, having a refuse storage chamber and a refuse material intake and discharge opening at the upper end of the chamber, mounted on a support frame for pivotal movement about a pivot axis extending transversely of the receptacle between a lower, upright position for receiving and storing thereat refuse material discharged into the opening by refuse collection vehicles and an elevated, at least partially inverted, position for discharging refuse material from the container through the opening into a refuse transportation vehicle, the assembly including a mechanism for pivoting the receptacle between the lower and elevated position, the mechanism including arms mounted on the support frame for pivotal movement about a pivot axis extending transversely of the receptacle, first extendable and retractable actuator having one end connected to the support frame and the other end connected to the arms remote

Abstract: A transportable hopper and tank positionable in an upright or a reclined position, which includes a tank side wall, a cover body located at a top end portion of the side wall when the tank is in the upright position, a discharging port formed in a lower portion of the tank in the upright position and having an area smaller than the cover body, and a discharge valve located adjacent the discharging port wherein the side wall includes an upper and lower vertical side wall and a second lower side wall positioned opposite the lower vertical side wall wherein the second lower side wall converges downwardly toward the lower vertical side wall when the tank is in the upright position.

Abstract: A steam kettle adapted to rotate about a horizontal axis of rotation between a vertically upright position and a tilted position comprising a support; a kettle having an open top; a stationary trunnion housing connected to said support; a trunnion shaft received within said trunnion housing and arranged for rotation about a horizontal axis whereby said kettle is solely supported by said trunnion shaft adapted for rotation about said horizontal axis between said vertical upright position and said tilted position; and securing structure adapted to receive releasable retaining structure for releasably retaining said trunnion shaft with said cylindrical hole of said trunnion housing.

Abstract: In automatic melting crucible tipping it is important that, starting from a certain angular position, the melting crucible (1) is tipped according to a predetermined model until emptying is complete. This model can be obtained, for example, by the so-called teach-in process and can be stored in an analog or digital memory (89). In order to prevent abrupt movement of the crucible (1) when the molten material touches the pouring lip (3) of the crucible (1) when the pour-lip angle has been reached, according to the invention a correction arrangement (108, 109, 37) is provided which enables the tipping process to proceed continuously and without abrupt movements even in the case of different pour-lip angles.

Abstract: A multi-functional pouring spout for use on a container has a hollow tubular member pivotally mounted on a pair of brackets attached to a cap. The tubular member has a vertical position in which the lower end of the member is closed by the cap such that it functions as a measuring vessel. The member also has a tilted position in which the lower end communicates with the interior of the container through a hole in the cap to permit fluid in the member to be transferred into the container and to permit fluid to be poured from the container through the tubular member. The vertical position also causes an integral cover to close the hole in the cap.

Abstract: A liquid delivery system, particularly for liquids sensitive to water or in which no bubbles should be included, which permits dispensing the liquid directly from the container in which it was shipped and stored. The delivery system attaches directly to the container and has a breather tube communicating with air head space above the liquid. The breather tube can be opened and closed manually. The breather tube allows air or gas to enter the head space as liquid is dispensed from the container. In operation, the liquid delivery system is attached to the liquid container and the container and system are placed on an inversion device. The container is inverted in use.

Abstract: A drum- or barrel-unloader comprising a stand for supporting a drum or barrel in right side up and inverted orientations, and an elevator for engaging the stand. The stand includes a hopper for receiving the drum contents when the drum is inverted. The hopper is mounted for both gross and fine adjustment between a first position away from the top of the drum, and a second position in engagement with the top of the drum. Gross adjustment of the hopper is provided by inserting an apparatus into aligned holes in two slidably engaged channel sections. Fine adjustment of the hopper is provided by a threaded apparatus on each of two threaded studs, each of which extend from an end of a channel section and are inserted into an apparatus for providing holes on generally opposite sides of the hopper. For fine adjustment the threaded apparatus are loosened and tightened on the threaded studs against the apparatus for providing holes. The elevator comprises first and second frame portions.

Abstract: A bin for storing and handling bulk material includes a fill opening through which material is introduced into the bin for storage and a discharge opening in a bottom portion of the bin through which material stored in the bin is discharged. The bin is erectable over a flat support bed. The bin includes an upright frame that is positionable adjacent to a discharge area of the flat bed to bring the discharge opening of the bin into alignment with the discharge area of the flat bed. The bin includes an outer shield hinged in a lower portion of the frame so that the shield pivots between a closed vertical position against one side of the frame and an open horizontal position away from the frame. The bin includes a floor panel independently hinged inside the outer shield adjacent the discharge opening of the bin, the bin floor panel being pivotable with the outer shield from the horizontal open position to the vertical closed position.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods for discharging particulate solids, especially hazardous or toxic materials and contaminants of the atmosphere, from bulk shipping containers, such as bulk-bags, at controlled discharge rates, in an environmentally acceptable manner which eliminates exposure of the environment and personnel to contamination by the material and which allows for an essentially clinically clean environment due to emptying and transfer of the contents to process equipment.

Abstract: A special spent catalyst container is provided to safely and effectively transport, store, and dispense spent catalyst and residual reactor oil from a resid hydrotreating unit to a reclamation site or disposal area. In order to protect and safeguard the environment, the container is constructed of a catalytically resistant oil-impermeable steel with a special shape and arrangement to prevent spent catalyst and residual reactor oil from the resid hydrotreating unit from spilling, leaking, and accumulating on the nation's highways. The spent catalyst container has a rotatable truncated bin with a support frame to enhance the structural strength and integrity of the bin. The bin has monorail and bridge crane-receiving slots to alternatively receive the grab hooks of a monorail and a bridge crane to facilitate transport by both monorail and the bridge crane.

Abstract: An apparatus for impregnating porous samples for materials evaluation with an inert material which fills the pores of the samples. A plurality of samples are placed in mold cups on a rotatable table within a vacuum chamber, and a supply of impregnant or encapsulant material such as an epoxy resin is provided in a container mounted on a tiltable platform located above the rotatable table. A plurality of samples are thus mounted in respective molding cups spaced in a circle on the rotatable table, a supply of encapsulant material is provided in a cup placed in a cup holder on the tiltable platform, a vacuum is created within the chamber, and the table is intermittently rotated to position each molding cup with its sample in line with the tilt axis of the tiltable platform to permit tilting of the encapsulant cup to pour a supply of resin into the molding cup.

Abstract: Explosive powder is fed to a receptacle within a barricade by means of a tube which is open at only one end. A first motor is provided for pivoting the tube between an upright refill position and a dispensing position wherein the longitudinal axis of the tube is slightly below horizontal. A second motor is coupled to the tube for movement therewith and for rotating or oscillating the tube about its longitudinal axis to cause powder to be dispensed from the tube.

Abstract: Process and apparatus for metering liquid colorant from a primary color reservoir having a valve for controlling the liquid flow into a collecting container. The process comprises the steps of disposing the valve into required position, operating a drive member to open and close the valve, permitting the liquid colorant to flow into the container, preparing three stages of successive metering controls, and automatically metering the liquid colorant through one or more stages. The apparatus comprises a plurality of reservoir bases, tilting device, operating member of the valve and balance for measuring the weight.

Abstract: A hand held and operated apparatus is provided for adjustably measuring and dispensing a flowable material. A vessel for containing the flowable material is positioned on a housing for movement between a first measuring position and second discharge position. An adjustable member is rotatably positioned with the housing and opposite the vessel for variably adjusting the quantity of material to be dispensed.

Abstract: A portable frame having ground engageable wheels and a scale has an elongated linkage consisting of two pivotally actuated pairs of beams with reinforced cross members. A pivoted, hydraulic first motor is engageable with a hopper adapted to receive the dry mix ingredients. When the hydraulic motor is actuated, extendable movement of the piston causes the hopper to be swung upwardly and the hopper is simultaneously tilted to a vertical position. At maximum extension of the hydraulic motor, a pivoted hydraulic second motor acting at one end through one of the linkages and through the hopper at the other, effects further tilting movement of the hopper, to a substantially vertical position. The ingredients are then discharged through a chute section of the hopper into a self-transit concrete mixer truck.

Abstract: A control system operates an automatic ladling apparatus for conveying molten metal from a furnace to a die casting machine or the like. The control system includes a plurality of adjustable speed control settings so that the speed of the apparatus can be varied according to operating conditions. The rate at which molten metal is poured into the die casting machine may also be varied. The position of the apparatus is monitored so that speed is automatically varied according to the position, and these positions are programmable. The control system includes an abort sequence to pour molten metal back into the furnace automatically if the die casting machine is not ready to accept the pour.

Abstract: The present invention is an automatic food cooking machine comprising a frame supporting a housing having an unobstructed opening with an adjustable heating surface at the bottom thereof. Mounted in the opening of the housing are a pair of spaced parallel endless conveyor chains supported on sprockets connected to a pair of spaced shafts--one driven by a motor, and one used for adjustment of conveyor chain tension. Mounted between these shafts are idler sprockets used to support the conveyor chain.A plurality of spaced angles are connected to the conveyor chains, and a retainer fastened to the spaced angle is used to secure each food basket comprised of a bottom, four sides, and a hinged lid. A sauce dispenser is supported by a bracket fastened to a slide rail at the top of the housing. As the actuating tab fastened to a retainer moves slowly toward the sauce dispenser and makes contact, it automatically rotates said dispenser 90.degree. allowing sauce to drip directly on the food product.

Abstract: A molding apparatus for bite size pieces of candy employing coplanarly arranged mixing and dispensing trays having juxtapositioned openings in their rims and having a rack positioned below said dispensing tray for supporting a multi-cavity mold, the opening of which when mounted on said rack is exposed through an opening in the bottom of said dispensing tray, and means for rotating said dispensing tray relative to said mixing tray for placing on and removing from the mold from the rack.

Abstract: An automatic fish feeding device characterized by a ferris wheel type assembly rotated incrementally by a clock mechanism. The ferris wheel type assembly carries a plurality of buckets, each of which is provided with a predetermined amount of fish food. The clock mechanism rotates the ferris wheel type assembly a predetermined amount so that a trip member will engage a food bucket to spill its contents into the aquarium below.

Abstract: A portable frame having ground engageable wheels and a scale has an elongated linkage consisting of two pivotally actuated pairs of beams with reinforced cross members. A pivoted, hydraulic first motor is engageable with a hopper adapted to receive the dry mix ingredients. When the hydraulic motor is actuated, extendable movement of the piston causes the hopper to be swung upwardly and the hopper is simultaneously tilted to a vertical position. At maximum extension of the hydraulic motor, a pivoted hydraulic second motor acting at one end through one of the linkages and through the hopper at the other, effects further tilting movement of the hopper, to a substantially vertical position. The ingredients are then discharged through a chute section of the hopper into a self-transit concrete mixer truck.

Abstract: A container for material such as fertilizer or seeds which delivers same to an underlying distributing device is mounted on a tractor so that the weight of the container and associated equipment is indicated to the operator of the tractor whereby the amount of material remaining in the container is specifically indicated. The weighing apparatus includes a spring, pointer and scale incorporated in the supporting structure extending from the tractor for the container and associated equipment and the pointer and scale may be interconnected to the spring and mounted on the tractor for the convenience of the operator. In one embodiment the spring is a tension spring at the top of the supporting structure and in another embodiment it is a compression spring near the bottom of the supporting structure. Instead of a spring, the weight may be indicated by hydraulic pressure in a hydraulic system for the supporting structure.

Abstract: A refuse compaction apparatus including a container for storing refuse under pressure, a tailgate rotatably mounted on the container for movement between an opened and a closed position. The tailgate in its opened position permits refuse to be discharged from the container and the tailgate in its closed position forms a closure with the storage container. In maintaining the tailgate in its closed position, a latch member is engageable with a keeper member with means to provide rotational movement of the latch member into a position to make contact with the keeper member. After rotational movement of the latch member, means are provided to cause translational movement of the latch member into contact with the keeper member to maintain the tailgate in a closed position.

Abstract: A lithographic plate processor (10) includes developer apparatus (12) and chemical distribution apparatus (14, 15). The developer apparatus (12) insures a uniform spreading of the developer over the exposed surface of a lithographic plate traveling through the processor. The developer apparatus (12) includes a pair of spreading members (40, 42) which are pivotally connected to each other by a parallel linkage (44). The parallel linkage (44) in turn is pivotally mounted to a subframe (46). A mechanism is provided for rotating a shaft (94) which drives a linkage to create an oscillating motion in the spreading members (40, 42) to uniformly spread the developer over the surface of the lithographic plate. The chemical distribution apparatus (14, 15) includes a tank (32) in which an agitating bar (38) is provided. The tank is mounted for oscillation and has a plurality of apertures (138) formed in the front wall (130) thereof to distribute chemical from within the tank to a lithographic plate below.

Abstract: A movably mounted supply dispenser for bulk material is provided that has apparatus for mounting a container having inlet and outlet ends on a rack having spaced vertical supports. The mounting apparatus provides translation of a given generally horizontally directed thrust applied against the outlet end of the container into an angular motion of said container having upward components and horizontal components at both the inlet and outlet ends. The upward motion of the inlet end is greater than the upward motion of the outlet end for the given applied horizontal thrust. A system of such containers may also be provided in a freestanding rack allowing for the dispensing of many different bulk products.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing cleaning material such as soap, bleach, dye or the like, into the tub of a washing machine including a vessel which receives the material to be dispensed and is pivotably mounted for movement between a horizontal position and a tilted position in which the material is dispensed. A latch is released by the machine timer to permit movement to the dispensing position aided by a spring. Upon opening of the lid covering the opening through which the material is supplied to the vessel, the vessel is returned to its horizontal position and held by the latch.

Abstract: Process and apparatus for unloading melamine powder from a bulk shipping or transporting containers. The apparatus is comprised of a uniquely designed portable hopper or discharge chute provided at its discharge end with a rotary pump that is removably attachable to a tiltable bulk container. The process of unloading the bulk container involves the creating of a particular shaped flow from the bulk container so that bridging and other flow problems associated with flowing melamine powder does not occur.

Abstract: A tiltable hopper is supported on force transducers and has a chute which closes one end of the hopper in the raised position and bridges a space between the hopper and a material receiving bucket. Weight computing, recording and displaying means are coupled to the force transducers.

Abstract: A self dumping refuse container assembly comprises a support frame adapted to be attached to a secure supporting surface and a container mounted on the frame for pivotal movement in a vertical plane between a lower, normally upright position for receiving refuse material and an elevated, at least partially inverted position for discharging refuse into a refuse collecting vehicle or the like. The container includes at least one refuse material intake opening in which a feed chute is located. The container also includes a refuse material discharge opening. A lid member is connected to the container for pivotal movement between a closed position overlying the discharge opening and an open position under the influence of gravity as the container is moved between the lower and elevated positions. A motor is provided for moving the container between its lower and elevated positions.

Abstract: A wall mounted coffee dispenser; which includes a container suspended at its upper end by bearings of a stationary bracket, so that when a lower end of the container is rearwardly pushed, it slides in a track that is abutted against the wall, and which is integral with a flat disc which normally intercepts a dispensing opening at a bottom of the container, in order that when the container is rearwardly pushed, the dispensing opening clears the disc allowing coffee to pour out.

Abstract: In casting apparatus, a device is provided for the rapid exchange of a ladle to be tilted during the casting operation about a horizontal axis situated at its lip. In this device, a carriage can be run up and down on a stationary guide support which is curved about the aforementioned axis. The carriage has supporting arms which cooperate with hooking members disposed at the rear of the ladle in order to hold the ladle fast during tilting. After the empty ladle has been replaced on a dolly upon which it was moved into position, the supporting arms make it possible to move this ladle immediately away to the side and simultaneously to move a full ladle into a position where it is ready for lifting and tilting.

Abstract: A powder stripe application system wherein substantially all powder introduced into the system is applied to side seam areas of can bodies with that powder which is not initially bonded to a can body being directly recycled within the system. The system includes a delivery nozzle which has an adjustable mounting which permits the powder stream to be positioned as desired.

Abstract: A transporter for liquid containers is disclosed for carrying gas cans from one place to another which includes a wheeled frame supporting the gas cans by pivotal attachments to a plurality of frontal bars outwardly projecting from a vertical brace. The frontal bars define a pair of storage areas or compartments substantially occupied by the gas cans. The vertical brace includes an axle for supporting a pair of main wheels while pivotal front wheels are provided on the cantilevered ends of the frontal bars for increased maneuverability. Each of the gas cans are pivotally carried on the pivotal attachments by supporting straps which are secured to the can by a suitable removable fastener.

Abstract: A dispenser for small animal food or the like, the dispenser including a base member having a planar surface and upwardly extending wall portion defining an elongate trough for tiltably receiving a plurality of unitary hopper members, each hopper member having a front wall, sidewalls, a back wall and a bottom with a pivot projection downwardly depending from the bottom, the pivot projection being generally coextensive or co-planar with the front wall. A depressor pedal member is generally co-planar with the bottom and is supported in generally parallel relation with the planar surface of the base with the hopper member supported within the trough. A cover is provided to completely enclose the plurality of hopper members, the cover having an aperture through which the depressor member extends, the cover aperture being in alignment with a hopper aperture formed in the front wall.

Abstract: A plaster spraying and concrete mixing machine comprised of a frame chassis, a rotatable top loading horizontally axis mounted drum type mixing tank with a center mounted rotatable mixing shaft and mixing paddles therein, and a gravity fed Moineau type progressive cavity pump mounted to the bottom of the mixing tank for pivoting therewith. A primary power source and driving mechanisms provide for turning of an air compressor, the mixing paddles, and the Moineau pump which enable the machine to mix and spray plasters and other cementitious materials. The embodiment of a selectively rotatable mixing tank provides that the machine can also mix and conveniently fully discharge batches of concrete or mortar. The pump is mounted directly to the bottom of the tank with the drive arrangement permitting the pump to pivot with the mixing tank between its mixing and dumping positions.

Abstract: A tilt can or container for pouring flammable liquids having means for simultaneously venting the can when opening the pouring spout.

Abstract: A container for accepting bulk material from a delivery vehicle and mounted for pivotal movement to a position where the load of bulk material may be transferred, in whole or in part, through a closable opening in said container to another suitable receptacle, so avoiding the necessity of deeply excavated pits or tanker-type vehicles.

Abstract: The invention is an improved liquid photopolymer applicator means for use on photorelief printing platemaking machines. The applicator means comprises a substantially vertical plate which acts as both the rear wall of the applicator means and as a doctor blade for uniformly spreading the photopolymer. The remaining sides of the applicator means form a scoop means which is substantially movably connected to the vertical plate to define a bottom slot-like opening immediately in front of the vertical plate to discharge the photopolymer at a controlled rate, said photopolymer being doctored by the vertical plate as the entire assembly traverses the length of the platemaking machine. The entire assembly is a part of a movable carriage which traverses the length of the platemaking machine, said carriage being movably mounted to said platemaking machine upon a shim which determines the thickness of the photopolymer plate desired, and said carriage driven by an adjustable gear means.

Abstract: A dispenser which fits between the box of a dump truck and its partially open tailgate includes a semicylindrical trough having an axially elongated slot in the bottom, an arcuate relatively narrow cover adjacent to and outside of the trough, end plates on the trough, end hangers supporting the cover and pivotally mounted on axles in the end plates, and a handle on one of the end hangers to rotate the cover to open and close the slot. A notched detent bar on an end plate holds the handle in selected positions. Clamps hold the structure to the tailgate and latch bars cooperate with latch hooks on the truck to hold the dispenser in place. A cage hooks on the tailgate to support an operator. Interior hook eyes are provided to lift the dispenser into attachment position on the truck.

Abstract: A pouring ladle for pouring molten metal into molds or other containers, including wall structure forming a chamber for holding the molten metal, a spout having wall structure forming longitudinal passage means therein, the passage having an inlet end in fluid communication with a chamber and an outlet end through which molten metal can be discharged, a drive gear arrangement is provided for rotating the pouring ladle about an axis of rotation, positioned such that the axis of rotation passes through the center of the discharge end of the passage, and the pouring ladle and spout being constructed such that the lower outer surface of the wall structure forming the chamber and the lower outer surface of the wall structure of the spout lie in the same horizontal plane when the ladle is in its full, non-pouring position. Thus, the entire ladle can be positioned above the mold while it is being filled with molten metal, or while the ladle is being moved to the pouring position.

Abstract: A mortar applying machine including a base supported on rollers adapted to roll along the top of a brick or block wall with one of the rollers being driven to move the machine horizontally along the wall. Guide rollers extend downwardly from the base to engage the sides of the wall to maintain the machine in proper alignment. A hopper is mounted on the base and is angularly adjustable to assist in controlling the flow of mortar therefrom. A vibrator is attached to the hopper to assist in moving the mortar from the hopper. A pair of oppositely extending nozzles project from the hopper to feed the mortar to the side edges of the wall. The hopper and vibrator can be removed as a unit from the machine to apply mortar in positions where the machine cannot be used due to space restrictions. When using the hopper removed from the machine one of the nozzles is blocked so that only one stream of mortar issues from the hopper.

Abstract: A water gravity plant feeder comprising a housing, water bottle mounted on said housing, and a device for supplying water from the bottle to plants arranged adjacent the housing. The watering device comprises a feed tray positioned under the water bottle for supplying a measured volume of water at predetermined intervals to a water trough. When full, water is spilled from the trough into a sump in the housing, whence it flows into a water distributor for watering a plurality of plants.

Abstract: An invertible shipping container for shipping particulate material and including a shell forming a main portion of right quadrilateral cross-section and having a flat closed bottom, a pair of top mouths and a dual funnel portion joining the main portion to the pair of mouths and tapering towards the latter at relatively steep and distinct funnel angles to enhance tumbling instead of producing jamming by the bridging effect upon discharge of the material from both mouths of the inverted container. When the container is upright, one mouth of the container is used for filling while the other is used to suck out dust and air. A releasable cover closes each mouth and carrying devices are secured to the main portion to carry and tilt the container for emptying.

Abstract: An improved apparatus is set forth wherein powder is produced by melting metal in a crucible where it is then poured into a tundish which directs the molten metal onto a spinning disc means. A nozzle plate has a central opening through which the metal is directed from the tundish to the disc means. An efficient annular nozzle means directs a cooling fluid around the disc means. The crucible has means for tilting it which keeps the molten metal entering the tundish properly as the metal is poured therefrom.

Abstract: An automated ladle, based on a swinging arm concept, for pouring piston castings automatically. The ladle is tilted to a pour position by means of a motor driven cam which twists the swinging arm about its longitudinal axis, the ladle being carried at the end of the arm. Electrical circuitry interconnects the ladle mechanism with a molten metal holding furnace and a pair of automated piston molding machines for automatically controlling the operation of the entire assembly.

Abstract: A dosing device for the automatic introduction of ingredients into a vessel of an industrial cooking apparatus has a mobile stand having a space for accommodating the stationary vessel of the cooking apparatus; a cantilever member secured to the stand above the space; a plurality of ingredient containers pivotally secured to the cantilever member and a spray tube mounted in at least one of the containers. Each container has a first position in which its contents are maintained therein and a second, or inwardly and downwardly tilted position in which the contents are discharged from the container by gravity.

Abstract: A tiltable cooking receptacle apparatus which includes a frame and a receptacle supported on the frame for tilting movement toward one side of the receptacle between an upright position and a tilted position. A lever assembly is mounted on the frame for tilting the receptacle. The lever assembly includes a tilt arm which acts on the side of the receptacle in the direction of tilting movement for tilting the receptacle in said direction. The tilt arm is mounted for movement relative to the frame between a lowered non-tilted position and a raised tilted position, and is mounted for pivotal movement in the direction opposite to the direction of pivotal movement of the receptacle. Selectively actuatable drive means is operably connected to the tilt arm for moving the tilt arm between the lowered and raised positions to move the kettle between the upright position and the tilted position.

Abstract: Apparatus for pouring metals having a reciprocatory ladle car with two tiltable cradles for removably carrying ladles. The ladles in the two cradles are mirror-inversed and have their pouring spouts directed substantially in the same direction and substantially transverse to the direction of travel of the car. The tilting shafts of the cradles are substantially colinear with the center line of the spouts of the ladles placed in the cradles.