Abstract: A marine water treatment dock box system is provided. The marine water treatment dock box system securely houses a water softener, a deionizer, a high-pressure washer and a selective control system for diverting water for cleaning a docked vessel, for onboard use by the vessel, and/or for high-quality potable water production. The above-mentioned components are operatively associated to outlets disposed along the exterior of the dock box body, maintaining the security and protection of the components. The water softener may be fluidly connected to an inlet to the dock box and a three-way valve for selectively controlling the softened water to one of the following: (1) a high-pressure pump for washing a vessel; (2) to the deionizing tanks for dissolving solids for a spot-free rinse; and or (3) to an outlet to fill onboard fresh water tanks.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a watercraft cleaning system that includes a housing, a water input line, a pump and motor system, a high-pressure output line, and a heater. The cleaning system can be arranged and configured to be coupled to a dock post located adjacent a watercraft. The system can easily and conveniently allow watercraft personnel to clean the watercraft.

Abstract: Therefore, the illustrative embodiments provide a computer implemented method and system for providing an application of a resource to plants. A plurality of per plant prescriptions for a plurality of plants are received and a source is selected to fulfill the plurality of per plant prescriptions to form a selected source. Movement of a mobile utility vehicle is controlled to the selected source, the resource is obtained, and movement of the mobile utility vehicle is controlled to each plant in the plurality of plants. The resource is applied from the mobile utility vehicle to each plant according to the per plant prescription.

Abstract: A water recycling and firefighting training system for efficiently practicing connecting water hoses between a water storage tank including a fire hydrant and a fire engine. The water recycling and firefighting training system generally includes a frame having wheels, a storage tank mounted to the frame, a fire hydrant mounted proximate the frame, wherein the fire hydrant is fluidly connected to the storage tank, a pump fluidly connected to the storage tank to pump water to the fire hydrant, and at least one intake fluidly connected to the storage tank for inputting water back within the storage tank. The water from the storage tank is circulated between the mobile trailer and a fire engine through a plurality of hoses in a closed-loop configuration.

Abstract: Therefore, the illustrative embodiments provide a computer implemented method and system for providing an application of a resource to plants. A plurality of per plant prescriptions for a plurality of plants are received and a source is selected to fulfill the plurality of per plant prescriptions to form a selected source. Movement of a mobile utility vehicle is controlled to the selected source, the resource is obtained, and movement of the mobile utility vehicle is controlled to each plant in the plurality of plants. The resource is applied from the mobile utility vehicle to each plant according to the per plant prescription.

Abstract: The improved sprayer system of the present invention utilizes a docking drogue and probe assembly to quickly and easily allow refilling of the sprayer tanks with a material from an enlarged nurse tank. The coupling of the drogue and probe allows for fluid communication, as well as electronic transmission of material data to a processor in the prime mover. This processor software also receives input regarding field data and crop data, as well as feedback data from the sprayer regarding the material application. A GPS system on the prime mover allows for tracking the spraying operation, while a time stamp in the processor software tracks the timing of the spraying operation. This system thus allows for accurate accountability and traceability for the use of materials during the spraying operation.

Abstract: The improved sprayer system of the present invention utilizes a docking drogue and probe assembly to quickly and easily allow refilling of the sprayer tanks with a material from an enlarged nurse tank. The coupling of the drogue and probe allows for fluid communication, as well as electronic transmission of material data to a processor in the prime mover. This processor software also receives input regarding field data and crop data, as well as feedback data from the sprayer regarding the material application. A GPS system on the prime mover allows for tracking the spraying operation, while a time stamp in the processor software tracks the timing of the spraying operation. This system thus allows for accurate accountability and traceability for the use of materials during the spraying operation.

Abstract: A system and device for spray painting using a flow of pressurised carrier fluid comprises a central source of the carrier fluid and one or more local elements for heating the fluid close to the point of use.

Abstract: A docking station module for fluidly connecting a mobile irrigation apparatus to a stationary hydrant water supply valve mounted on a water supply pipe, the module comprising a hydrant valve actuator resiliently suspended from a frame for floating movement in at least three mutually substantially perpendicular directions relative to the hydrant water supply valve.

Abstract: A water bucket system having a water bucket is provided. The water bucket system comprises computer controlled loading of the water bucket from a water source, partial drop control means for controlling the drop of water from the water bucket onto a desired location, and variable flow rate control means for varying the flow of water from the water bucket. A water bucket for carrying water is also provided. The water bucket comprises a main support cable, a spreader plate secured to the main support cable, a plurality of secondary support cables secured to the spreader plate, a plurality of equally spaced webbing straps secured to the secondary support cables, a fabric envelope secured to the webbing straps, and a compression hoop secured to the webbing straps and the fabric envelope, and a valve secured to the fabric envelope.

Abstract: This invention is a station for aiding in the washing of automobiles and other similar objects. The station is a wheeled cart that contains everything needed for the job. Space is provided for storage on the station of wash or rinse water; hose for connecting the station to a local water supply and for applying water to the automobile; and any article, fluid, or tool which may be of use for the task. All such space and any article therein is protected from the weather so the station may be stored outdoors. The station is of such a configuration as to minimize or eliminate the bending, stooping, and squatting usually associated with car washing. It may be constructed of molded plastic to minimize production costs.

Abstract: A linear water feed apparatus for use in agricultural irrigation includes a linear-move machine with a mobile truss assembly supporting a plurality of individual sprinklers and adapted for movement in a specified direction across a field to be irrigated. The truss assembly is oriented transverse to the specified direction, and a supply pipe is arranged in the specified direction along or within the field to be irrigated. The supply pipe mounts a plurality of water supply hydrants at spaced locations along the pipe, each of the hydrants enclosing a water supply valve. A docking station is supported at one end of the truss assembly closest to the supply pipe, and is adapted to engage and open successive ones of the water supply valves in the plurality of hydrants. The docking station assembly includes a docking station that is suspended from a frame for floating movement about at least three mutually perpendicular axes.

Abstract: A fire sprinkler system assembled as a complete package 13D-13R-U.L. listed components including a fire pump/motor, electric controller, pipe fittings, manifold assembly, ball valve, flow switch, pressure switch, pressure gauge, and check valve, all mounted on a frame attached to a high density polyethelene base. The invention also uses optional water storage tanks.

Abstract: A liquid spraying system having a spray head and a recirculating liquid supply system for directing pressurized supply liquid to the spray head with a portion of the liquid being directed from the spray head as a discharging spray and a portion of the supply liquid exiting the spray head as a return liquid. The liquid supply system includes two separate selectively pressurizable liquid containable tanks each having a respective fluid conduit coupled to the spray head. The liquid supply system has (1) a first cycle of operation in which the first tank is pressurized and the second tank is depressurized so that pressurized liquid is supplied from the first tank to the spray head and return liquid is directed to the second tank, and (2) a second cycle of operation in which the second tank is pressurized and the first tank depressurized so that liquid is supplied to the spray head from the second tank and return liquid is directed to the first tank.

Abstract: A transportable, trailer-mounted system for removing graffiti from exterior and interior surfaces is disclosed. The system includes a water supply tank, a pressure washer, provision for applying cleaning chemicals to surfaces, storage areas for cleaning chemicals, sandblasting apparatus, and painting apparatus. Also included are sources of electrical power, air compressor, painting equipment and surface preparation tools. Using the system enables the cleaning and restoration of graffiti-damaged surfaces in the minimum possible amount of time after the graffiti is applied. It is generally agreed that the prompt removal of graffiti reduces the incidence of graffiti application and that graffiti is more easily removed if removal is accomplished soon after it has been applied.

Abstract: A transportable, trailer-mounted system for removing graffiti from exterior and interior surfaces is disclosed. The system includes a water supply tank, a pressure washer, provision for applying cleaning chemicals to surfaces, storage areas for cleaning chemicals, sandblasting apparatus, and painting apparatus. Also included are sources of electrical power, air compressor, painting equipment and surface preparation tools. Using the system enables the cleaning and restoration of graffiti-damaged surfaces in the minimum possible amount of time after the graffiti is applied. It is generally agreed that the prompt removal of graffiti reduces the incidence of graffiti application and that graffiti is more easily removed if removal is accomplished soon after it has been applied.

Abstract: A crop sprayer having a chassis and a number of wheels which support the chassis is disclosed. The crop sprayer further includes an engine for driving at least one of the number of wheels so as to propel the chassis, and a storage tank, supported by the chassis, for storing a quantity of water therein. The crop still sprayer further includes a chemical receptacle, supported by the chassis, for receiving and holding a chemical solution therein. The crop sprayer yet further includes a first loading conduit which is in fluid communication with the chemical receptacle, a second loading conduit which is in fluid communication with the storage tank, and an electric pump having a pump inlet and a pump outlet. The pump inlet is coupled to the first loading conduit. The pump outlet is coupled to the second loading conduit.

Abstract: An electrostatic spray system has a high voltage section where an electric charge is applied to a liquid and the high voltage section is isolated from a lower potential section, such as a frame. The spray system has components on the high voltage section that communicate for operating functions with other components on the low voltage section, such as a liquid level sensor that controls flow into a liquid reservoir or valves on the high voltage section controlled from the low voltage section. Radio controls are provided for the components so there are no physical links for the operation of the components that can provide current leakage paths back to ground.

Abstract: A portable watering device includes a reservoir having an upper inlet and a lower outlet, a portable delivery wand having a top handle, a bottom channel, and a shiftable channel closure mechanism biased in the closed position. The top handle includes a trigger remotely coupled with the closure mechanism for activating the closure mechanism. A flexible hose intercouples the reservoir outlet and the wand channel and serves to convey liquid from the tank and out through the wand channel by gravity when the closure mechanism is in the open position. A pair of wheels is mounted to the bottom portion of the reservoir to permit easy rolling movement of the device over uneven terrain. In particularly preferred forms, the reservoir includes a laterally extending handle for supporting the device in a horizontal loading position while the reservoir is filled through the upper inlet.

Abstract: A continuous or intermittent vehicular paint applicator for applying paint to a corrugated surface, has one of four types of a carriage body attached to a wheel-roller skid assembly or a wheel tractor belt assembly. The carriage body and wheel-roller assembly or tractor belt assembly serves as a vehicular base for screw attachment of the component parts of the paint applicator including handle means, an electric power assembly, a paint can hold base assembly with puncture and drain means, and a fixture for securing a paint dispenser in a fixed position relative to the carriage body. Skid guards attached to the carriage body in the wheel-roller assembly embodiments of the invention extend laterally between each set of side wheels and extend downwardly beyond the carriage body to a point 1/16th to 1/4th inch above the bottom of the wheels to minimize the fall of the vehicular paint applicator's wheels into the valleys of a corrugated surface no more than 1/4th of an inch.

Abstract: A method of and an apparatus for ventilating the cab of a tractor used for dispensing a plant-protective agent onto a plant site. A wet scrubber upstream of the cab in the ventilation system is continuously fed with fresh water while the continuously scrubbed water is collected and fed to the dispensing system as a result, the air entering the cab can be thoroughly cleaned without requiring expensive monitoring equipment.

Abstract: A closed granular chemical handling system comprising a dispensing valve and a receiving valve. The dispensing valve and the receiving valve are automatically opened when the valves are coupled together, and are automatically closed when the valves are uncoupled from one another. The valves are configured so that the receiving valve always is the first to open and the last to close. The valves are driven together by a camming structure having a neutral portion that acts as a delay between the opening and closing of both valves so as to allow granular material to flow from between the valves through the receiving valve.

Abstract: A container rinse system for a portable sprayer includes a nozzle adapted to be mounted adjacent the fluid inlet opening of the main fluid tank of the sprayer at a position for insertion into the open mouth of a container situated to pour chemicals into the fluid inlet opening. The nozzle is connected to the main fluid pump for discharging fluid from the main tank through the nozzle for unlimited initial rinsing without dilution of the fluid in the main tank. The nozzle may alternately be connected to a clean water reservoir by a valve for a brief final rinsing requiring minimum fresh water supply on the sprayer. The valving preferably includes a safety valve actuated by a fail-safe switch to prevent fluid delivery to the nozzle, except when a container is properly situated over the nozzle for rinsing.

Abstract: A fire-fighting system including a tractor and tanks mounted on the tractor at different elevations. The tanks are filled with water and during dispensing of the water during fire-fighting the tanks are emptied in order from the top-most down.

Abstract: A closed granular chemical handling system comprising a dispensing valve and a receiving valve. The dispensing valve and the receiving valve are automatically opened when the valves are coupled together, and are automatically closed when the valves are uncoupled from one another. The valves are configured so that the receiving valve always is the first to open and the last to close. The valves are driven together by a camming structure having a neutral portion that acts as a delay between the opening and closing of both values so as to allow granular material to flow from between the valves through the receiving valve.

Abstract: This invention relates to a mobile system for washing vehicles which supplies water at high pressure through a discharge hose to a user-operated spray gun or wand. The mobile washing system contains means to receive water at low pressure from the municipal or domestic well water supply. There is an engine and pump that pressurizes the water received; an onboard sdelf regenerating water softening unit to remove impurities from the wash and rinse water so that washed vehicles may dry virtually spot-free without manual drying; reservoirs for storing a liquid cleaning agent and a liquid wax which can be introduced into the discharge stream under operator control to eliminate the need to manually apply soap or wax; and valves and controls to effectively operate the wash system. All components are mounted on a wheeled cart which can be easily rolled from vehicle to vehicle by the operator or rolled to a convenient washing location.

Abstract: This invention discloses a firefighting track driven apparatus for use in rugged terrain. A crawler track driven tractor vehicle pushes a front platform vehicle and pulls a rear platform vehicle. The front platform vehicle travels on steerable crawler tracks, and is equipped with communication device, directionally controlled lamp system and a water cannon for spraying a fire extinguishing substance. The water cannon is mounted on a telescoping and rotating boom, and has a swiveling nozzle, for accurately aiming the fire extinguishing substance to burning material in difficult places such as treetops. The front platform vehicle has a cab which protects an operator, who operates the boom and cannon and steers the tracks. A reeled firehose arrangement feeds the cannon, and may be lengthened with extension sections to accommodate the telescoping boom.

Abstract: A mobile sludge transfer and storage tank and method are provided whereby the sludge transfer and storage tank is provided with an enclosed compartment for containing pumping apparatus. Also included is a telescoping control panel attached to the tank housing for controlling the pumping apparatus to improve the speed, efficiency and convenience of operation. The method includes pumping the sludge into the transfer and storage tank from the transport vehicle or directly to the applicator vehicle if required to provide a rapid system of sludge distribution.

Abstract: A tank for transporting and/or spreading fluids has a conduit at its rear and an air/vacuum source for moving fluids into and out of the hopper. The conduit terminates in a rear opening which may be an outlet or inlet and has a gate valve located between the outlet and tank. A coupling linkage system mounted on the conduit near the valve is capable of articulation to position either a fluid supply connection or a fluid distributor connection on the conduit opening. The linkage system causes the valve to be sequentially opened and shut responsive to the connection of the fluid supply and the fluid distributor. In one variation, the coupling linkage is pivoted to fasten either a supply pipe or the distributor to the conduit opening by a hydraulic ram. Thereafter, pressure is increased further to articulate the linkage and open the valve. The hydraulic system may also include another piston and cylinder to operate the valve.

Abstract: A recirculating sprayer assembly directs treatment spray streams against a collector means having its lower end extending through an enlarged opening in a reservoir means. A screen means extends between the collector means and the adjoining edge or edges of the reservoir means. Alternatively, a fibrous mat collector is folded over with its free ends positioned within a tray member. A plurality of ports pass the recovered liquid retrieved by the mat into the reservoir as well as limit the admission of foreign particles into the reservoir. At the upper end of the tray, lip surfaces flare outwardly away from the collection plane of the mat to collect loose drops falling from the mat and return them to the tray for passage into the reservoir. In a still further embodiment, a folded-over fibrous mat collector fits into an upper slot opening of a trough-shaped reservoir having upper wall side openings extending generally outwardly from the collection plane of the mat.

Abstract: A vegetation spraying assembly including a support framework mounted on the front of a tractor and movable vertically by hydraulic cylinders. A plurality of arms extend forwardly from the framework to distal ends supporting wedge-shaped guards with spraying nozzles supported rearwardly of the guards and aimed to spray rearwardly in a horizontal pattern. A plurality of collector trays are supported on the framework rearwardly of the spray nozzles. Each collector tray is an integral plastic member having end walls and a vertical back wall extending between the end walls. Each collector tray has a forwardly facing spray-receiving opening and a catch basin below the opening. A projection extends along and below the opening and is defined by first and second walls extending rearwardly from an apex for engaging and preventing vegetation from engaging the opening. A lip wall extends upwardly and forwardly from one of the walls defining the projection and defines the lower periphery of the opening.

Abstract: Apparatus for storing and distributing a liquid from a mobile agricultural implement is provided. The apparatus includes an improved vent structure carried in the upper portion of fluid storage tanks supported on the implement, with the vent structure being self-sealing as the tanks become full or fluid sloshes within the tank during operations. A plurality of tanks are supported across the width of the implement and interconnected with one another by common hoses to simplify filling operations from a common supply source. A manual valve is provided between the lines and tanks on each side of the implement to prevent fluid transfer between tanks as the implement is moved over uneven ground and a split manifold pump receives fluid equally from each side of the implement to assume equal fluid weight distribution across the implement as the fluid is distributed.

Abstract: A measuring, mixing and spraying apparatus for a tractor is a combination of, generally, four distinct component parts. The entire apparatus is operated under pressure from a compressor mounted onto the front of the tractor. Along one side of the tractor is a diluent storage tank which provides storage on the tractor for the diluent used to dilute a test sample being sprayed. Connected to the storage tank is a diluent measuring tank specifically designed to receive a predetermined amount of diluent from the diluent storage tank. The diluent measuring tank is connected to a diluent mixing tank, and in this mixing tank the measured amount of diluent from the diluent measuring tank is mixed with a specific quantity of the test sample. The diluent mixing tank in turn, leads to a spray boom which disperses the diluted and mixed test sample.

Abstract: Fire fighting system for communication and control of fire fighting equipment, such as maintaining the pressure and providing various warnings of different situations which may arise which cause a decrease in the fire fighting capability of the apparatus and personnel. A transceiver is provided with an audible tone output to serve as a warning device for the nozzle men. An improved clutch drive system automatically operates the control valves thereby eliminating the need for stop switches on the various valves.

Abstract: A recirculating sprayer adapted for mounting on a vehicle is improved for use at increased travel speed and for operation in higher wind conditions by angling the solid spray streams forwardly or rearwardly from a direction transverse to the travel direction. The sprays are employed in criss-cross, opposite pairs, with the spray stream patterns of adjacent pairs of spray nozzles abutting or overlapping one another for full coverage of all upstanding weeds or crops in an area traversed by the sprayer. A series of collector mats or panels may be arranged transverse to the travel direction, with sprays trained thereon for contacting each weed twice in its upstanding position once by each spray of a pair; the weeds may also be contacted once more as they are bent forward to pass beneath the panels and a reservoir thereunder. The collector may also be arranged in panels parallel to the travel direction, for increased ease in negotiating sloping terrain.

Abstract: A liquid manure spreader having a tank for carrying liquid manure. An auger assembly driven by a power takeoff from a tractor delivers the manure to a pump mounted on the back of the tank. The pump discharges the material through a spreading structure. A valve operated by a hydraulic cylinder controls the flow of manure from the pump to the spreading structure. The spreading structure has a horizontal plate that directs the material in a wide, relatively low spread pattern onto the ground. The tank has a fill hole equipped with a safety grid assembly.

Abstract: A closed agricultural chemical batching, measuring and mixing system is disclosed for mounting to a sprayer tending truck. The system includes a measuring tank on which a partial vacuum is drawn by opening a connection to the intake manifold of the internal combustion engine of the truck. The measuring tank is in turn communicated to at least one manifold having numerous valve control inlets, all communicated to discrete agricultural chemical containers which can include highly toxic liquid chemicals. At the inlet remote from the mixing tank, the manifold communicates to a supply of surfactant. Preselected amounts of the liquid chemicals are sequentially drawn by the partial vacuum through the valve controlled manifold and to the measuring tank in which they are accumulated. The surfactant is then drawn through the manifold and into the measuring tank to flush the system.

Abstract: A recirculating sprayer adapted for mounting on a vehicle is improved for use at increased travel speed and for operation in higher wind conditions by angling the solid spray streams forwardly or rearwardly from a direction transverse to the travel direction. The sprays are employed in criss-cross, opposite pairs, with the spray stream patterns of adjacent pairs of spray nozzles abutting or overlapping one another for full coverage of all upstanding weeds or crops in an area traversed by the sprayer. A series of collector mats or panels may be arranged transverse to the travel direction, with sprays trained thereon for contacting each weed twice in its upstanding position once by each spray of a pair; the weeds may also be contacted once more as they are bent forward to pass beneath the panels and a reservoir thereunder. The collector may also be arranged in panels parallel to the travel direction, for increased ease in negotiating sloping terrain.