Abstract: A sprayer device includes a post having an upper portion for supporting a hose, and having a tip formed in the lower portion for engaging into ground. A foot pedal has an opening for receiving the post, and for moving the foot pedal along the post to the required position, and has a peripheral edge for engaging with the post and for forcing the post into the ground when the foot pedal is moved downwardly by users. The post includes an orifice formed in the upper portion for receiving the hose or a coupler. A hose receiver device may be attached to the post for receiving the hose.

Abstract: The present invention provides an umbrella fan which includes a pole, an upper hub, main umbrella support members, a lower hub, lower umbrella support arms and a main umbrella fabric cover attached to the main umbrella support members. At least one misting element is attached to the main umbrella support members to direct a misting spray downwardly to an area under the fabric cover of the umbrella.

Abstract: An irrigation system for selectively providing water to various plants in a relative same area with different rates of application of water. The system has a first valve for connecting a water supply with a tube in a edging. The edging has vertical web with a flange for locating the tube in a fixed position within the area with respect to various plants. A plurality of second control valves are located on the tube in a plane tangent to the web such that a first end cap on each of the control valves is below an apex of the tube. Each second valve is characterized by a body having a first projection that extends into the tube. The body has a stepped axial bore that extends into the first projection to meet a cross bore for communicating water presented to the tube into the stepped axial bore. The stepped axial bore is connected to an outlet port in a first end cap by an internal port.

Abstract: A irrigation device which has a sprinkler head and a wind driven device is disclosed. The device has a support frame which provides water to the sprinkler head. The support frame may include a number of pipes which supply water to the sprinkler head. The sprinkler head may have a rotating bearing and arms which are allow water to be sprayed out in various patterns. The force of the water also rotates the sprinkler head around the bearing. The support frame or sprinkler head also supports a wind driven device which may be audio, visual or both. For example, the support frame may suspend wind driven chimes.

Abstract: A stripwise method of irrigation is disclosed, for use with an irrigation system comprising a length of flexible conduit to which a plurality of sprinklers are fixed, each sprinkler being fastened to a protective device which also keeps the sprinkler upright when the conduit is drawn across the ground. The conduit is connected to a water main riser positioned within the area to be irrigated and while maintaining water supply to the sprinklers, the conduit is drawn over the ground by a tow vehicle between set positions. In a preferred variation of the method consecutive set positions are on alternate sides of an imaginary line through the riser that bisects the area.

Abstract: A water misting device has a hook and loop fastener connected to a nozzle mounting assembly. The nozzle mounting assembly has an inlet tube bore and a connected nozzle bore. A misting nozzle is attached to the nozzle mounting assembly. A water inlet tube is connected to the nozzle mounting assembly. An electrically driven water pump is connected to the water inlet tube. A timer is electrically connected to the water pump for selectively powering the water pump to intermittently force the flow of water through the water pump. A power supply connection is electrically connected to the timer.

Abstract: A wind-driven decorative feature mounted inside the rotating head of an upright, standpipe-type sprinkler. The wind-driven device is mounted inside the sprinkler head for rotation independent of the rotation of the spray tubing portion of the sprinkler head, and is generally located in the region bounded by the rotation of the sprinkler head itself and the spray pattern emitted by the sprinkler head.

Abstract: A system for providing a predetermined minimum spacing between a sprinkler head and a sidewalk, curb or the like when installing a sprinkler head in a lawn or other landscaped area. The system includes a spacer or guide which can be attached to the sprinkler head at the time of installation. The spacer includes an inner portion and an outer portion which is intended to be positioned adjacent to (or in close proximity to) the edge of a sidewalk or curb. The width of the spacer determines a minimum distance of spacing between the sprinkler head and the sidewalk or curb. The spacer may include a vertical tab to assure that the spacer is sufficiently far below the ground surface that it will not be contacted by a lawn edging tool. Use of the spacer assures that there will be sufficient spacing between the sprinkler head and the sidewalk, etc. for a lawn edging tool to be used there without damaging the sprinkler head.

Abstract: A sprayer. An annular tube is installed at a water outlet of a water main tube. The annular tube is installed with spraying holes. The annular tube is formed with at least one annular tube. The surface of the annular tube is installed with spraying holes. In one embodiment, a first annular tube rotates around the water main tube. Another annular tube rotates around the first annular tube so that water beams from the spraying holes to present a changeable three dimensional effect.

Abstract: A spraying gun stand in which the spraying gun has a head section integrally having a pivot seat. A leg support is pivotally inserted in the pivot seat. The leg support by means of its own resilient force clamps the pivot seat. At least one end face of the pivot seat is formed with a lower locating recesses in which the free ends of the leg support are stopped and located when the leg support is downward pivotally rotated to support the spraying gun in a standing state. The end face is further formed with an upper locating recess in which the free ends of the leg support are stopped and located when the leg support is upward pivotally rotated and folded.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly includes a connector tube having a first end and a second end. An outer surface of the connector tube is threaded. A first cap having an opening therethrough is threaded onto the first end of the connector tube. A second cap having an opening therethrough is threaded onto the second end of the connector tube. Each of the first and second caps has a top surface and a threaded inner surface. The nozzle assembly further includes a nozzle having a tubular portion defining a channel. The tubular portion is disposed in the opening of the first connector cap so that a position of the nozzle can be axially and rotationally adjusted. A spin, rinse, and dry station including the adjustable nozzle assembly and a method for spin rinsing the bottom side, i.e., the backside, of a semiconductor wafer also are described.

Abstract: A method for suppressing dissemination of dust from a pile of dust-producing bulk material, such as a pile of petroleum coke. The pile has a surface. The method comprises placing a sprayer apparatus on the pile, and discharging a liquid from the sprayer in a manner to distribute the liquid to at least an area of the surface of the pile.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly includes a connector tube having a first end and a second end. An outer surface of the connector tube is threaded. A first cap having an opening therethrough is threaded onto the first end of the connector tube. A second cap having an opening therethrough is threaded onto the second end of the connector tube. Each of the first and second caps has a top surface and a threaded inner surface. The nozzle assembly further includes a nozzle having a tubular portion defining a channel. The tubular portion is disposed in the opening of the first connector cap so that a position of the nozzle can be axially and rotationally adjusted. A spin, rinse, and dry station including the adjustable nozzle assembly and a method for spin rinsing the bottom side, i.e., the backside, of a semiconductor wafer also are described.

Abstract: An adjustable shower system for providing multiple showerheads in various locations within a shower without requiring additional plumbing. The adjustable shower system includes a plurality of tubes having opposing female couplers, a plurality of connecting tubes having opposing threaded ends for threadably receiving the female couplers, a control valve fluidly connected to the connecting tube, a showerhead fluidly connected to the control valve, a plurality of suction cups attached to the connecting tube and the tubes, and an end cap attached to that distal threaded end of the last connecting tube. A first tube is fluidly connected to the existing shower pipe within a shower stall by simply removing the existing shower head.

Abstract: A device for the protection of a water sprinkler head includes a base and sides enclosing the head, with an open top. The base is adapted to slide over the ground, the sides are arcuate, fixed to the base and protrude above the head. There are means to releasably clamp said device to a water pipe, this means also supplies a water path between the pipe and the sprinkler head. A water jet from the sprinkler head passes above the sides, through the open top. An irrigation system comprises the pipe which can be pulled along the ground behind a vehicle. At regular intervals along the pipe are sprinkler heads within the devices. An irrigation method involves moving the irrigation system with a vehicle, either with or without the sprinklers operating.

Abstract: A sprinkler apparatus for transferring water from a supply hose to a ground surface. The sprinkler apparatus includes a conical-shaped main body member with a plurality of apertures around the outer surface for watering close to the sprinkler, and a retractable spray nozzle on the top for covering the area surrounding the sprinkler.

Abstract: A system and method for installing plumbing spouts, such as shower heads and tub spouts, includes providing a stub out which protrudes out of a wall at shower height. A specialized adapter is then slid onto the protruding stub out until the adapter abuts the wall. The adapter is internally threaded with an integral ferrule, and may also be equipped with a one-way gripper ring and an O-ring to sealingly secure the spout to the stub out. The stub out, if closed, is then cut off outside the adapter and a standard shower arm or nipple for a tub spout is threaded into the adapter. A threaded end of the shower arm or nipple engages the ferrule and compresses it against the stub out creating a seal therebetween. When installing a shower head, an escutcheon plate is adapted to be slid over the shower arm to engage peripheral fingers of the adapter to secure the escutcheon in place. A shower head is then threaded onto the shower arm to complete the installation.

Abstract: A spray cleaning apparatus discharges pressurized fluid through apertures or nozzles to clean debris and compacted grass clippings from an interior surface of a blade housing. The apparatus includes a hollow body defining a fluid passage with an inlet connectible to a source of fluid under pressure. At least one upwardly extending surface is provided for positioning the hollow body with respect to a wall of the blade housing such that at least a portion of the hollow body extends under the wall of the blade housing. An angled portion of an upper surface of the hollow body is positioned with respect to the at least one upwardly extending surface to expose the angled portion to an interior of the blade housing. A plurality of apertures extend through the angled portion for spraying pressurized fluid when the hollow body is connected to a source of pressurized fluid. The angled portion includes a self-centering concave surface with a curved leading edge.

Abstract: A wildfire protection system has rotating sprinklers (1) on sprinkler legs (2) positioned temporarily or indefinitely as needed on roofs (10) with the sprinkler legs resting on opposite slopes (6) from a ridge (5) of the roof and removed for sprinkler irrigation or easily disassembled for compact storage when not in use for wildfire protection. The rotating sprinklers can wet not only roof tops but also nearby trees (13), shrubs (14) and areas for protection against flying sparks and burning particles. The rotating sprinklers are preferably a low-weight plastic type and the sprinkler legs are preferably four low-weight plastic members that intersect at a series connection for garden-hose water supply to one or more of the rotating sprinklers. The rotating sprinklers are saddled on a roof top with two of the sprinkler legs placed on each of two opposite roof slopes. Low weight of the rotating sprinklers allows them to be placed easily on roofs with access by ladder or structured to be positioned indefinitely.

Abstract: A swivel lawn sprinkler includes a mounting rack for mounting, a water tube vertically connected to the mounting rack by a hose connector and adapted to receive water from a water source through the hose connector, a pipe connector fastened to the top end of the water tube, the pipe connector having a collar of oval profile disposed around the periphery thereof, and a swivel sprinkler head coupled to the pipe connector and forced to rotate on the pipe connector upon passing of water from the water tube, the swivel sprinkler head having a figured frame, and two wings coupled to figured frame and forced by the periphery of the collar of oval profile to move up and down upon rotary motion of the swivel sprinkler head on the pipe connector.

Abstract: A swivel lawn sprinkler includes a mounting rack for mounting, a water tube vertically connected to the mounting rack by a hose connector and adapted to receive water from a water source through the hose connector, a pipe connector fastened to the top end of the water tube, the pipe connector, a swivel sprinkler head coupled to the pipe connector and forced to rotate on the pipe connector by water pressure when sprinkling, and a slide coupled to swivel sprinkler head and forced to move two ornaments alternatively up and down and to oscillate symmetrical pairs of wings up and down upon rotary motion of the spray tube.

Abstract: A toy sprinkler with the appearance of an amusing figure or creature with appendages that simulate movement of the appendages of the figure or creature. Liquid carrying conduits extending along appendages of the figure cause the appendages to move either in a planar path when liquid at low pressure passes through the conduits, or randomly when liquid at high pressure passes through the conduits.

Abstract: A spray apparatus includes a pump for pressurizing water, a drive unit for driving the pump, a flow regulator for regulating the flow of water pressurized by the pump, and a modular spray assembly. The modular spray assembly includes piping connected to the pump, a plurality of quick coupler units connected to the piping, and water outlets connected to the quick coupler units through which the pressurized water is sprayed, wherein the pressurized sprayed water creates a mist and a wind. The spray apparatus can be assembled in a tent-like structure to provide a rain room, wherein a mist and a wind are generated by the apparatus.

Abstract: A handle structure for a long handled sprinkler is made up an elongated tube, a rubber ring retainer and a sprinkling head. At the bottom end of the elongated tube is disposed a control switch and a switch knob is disposed on the outer surface of the control switch with a retaining space formed between the control switch and the switch knob. At the lower portion of the elongated tube is attached a slip-proof grab which is made of flexible rubber. The rubber ring retainer disposed at the top end of the rubber grab is provided with a smoothly tapered surface on which are disposed a plurality of radially extended ribs.

Abstract: A landscaping structure system for building landscaping structures on property to decorate around buildings and the like. The landscaping structure system includes a number of timber elements formed from plastic or the like that are interconnectable to for a desired structure. Some of the timber members include structural cavities and channels for the installation of landscaping elements such as sprinkler systems and ornamental lighting systems.

Abstract: An apparatus for dissolving and dispensing liquid dissolvable material includes a container having a mixing chamber defined therein. The apparatus also includes a body removably secured to an upper portion of the container. The body has a fluid inlet, a first fluid outlet, a second fluid outlet, and a central passage defined therein. The central passage is in fluid communication with each of the fluid inlet, the first fluid outlet, and the second fluid outlet. The central passage is also in fluid communication with the mixing chamber such that each of the fluid inlet, the first fluid outlet, and the second fluid outlet is in fluid communication with the mixing chamber. Moreover, the apparatus includes a cap secured to the first fluid outlet of the body so as to prevent fluid from advancing through the first fluid outlet. Yet further, the apparatus includes a sprinkler assembly secured to the second fluid outlet of the body.

Abstract: A freeze-proof hydrant has a hollow, tubular housing adapted to be buried in the ground in a vertical orientation so that its upper end is approximately even with the surface of the ground and its lower end is below the local frost line. A base fitting at the lower end of the housing is connected to an underground pipe and has an internal shut-off valve for controlling the flow of water out of the underground pipe. The lower end of a removable standpipe has a threaded fitting which mates with the base fitting in a manner that opens the shut-off valve when the standpipe is screwed into connection with the base fitting. The standpipe projects upwardly through the housing to a point above ground level and terminates in a faucet. When the standpipe is inserted downwardly into the housing and screwed into connection with the base fitting, the shut-off valve in the base fitting automatically opens so that water flows upwardly into the standpipe and the faucet may be operated to deliver water as desired.

Abstract: An automatic water sprinkler assembly is provided. A main conduit is connected to a source of water pressure, at least a portion of the main conduit is buried underground with a releasably connected vertical portion extending above ground. A main horizontal feeder conduit having at least four vertical output conduits is connected to a source of electrical power for operating electrically controllable valves associated with each of said at least four vertical output conduits for selectively controlling fluid flow therethrough. Each of the four vertical output conduits has an end portion terminating above ground and releasably connected to a primarily horizontally extending discharge conduit. The vertical portion of the main conduit, the horizontal feeder, and the vertical output conduits are all releasably connected above ground so that the entire distribution assembly is portable. Alternatively, the valves may be manually operated.

Abstract: A novel stand and support for gravity-fed spray guns wherein the spray gun is mounted to the present invention securely and placed in a substantially upright position. The stand is conformed to allow for the unobstructed passage of an attached air hose and further conformed to rest on the user's arm if necessary.

Abstract: A mobile spraying and cleaning apparatus is provided in the form or a wheeled cart. The cart includes a lower housing that supports and carries a reservoir. The reservoir sits atop the housing over a chamber that contains a fluid pump. Cleaning fluid from the reservoir flows by gravity feed to the pump, and pressurized cleaning fluid is discharged through a spray nozzle coupled to the end of a hose. By wheeling the cart into an area to be cleaned, the user can then use the pressurized spray to clean the area. Preferably, the unit is molded of durable plastic and presents a smooth, attractive exterior that is easy to keep clean and professional looking. If desired, an anti-microbial agent can be added to the plastic to inhibit microbial growth on the unit.

Abstract: A hose end dispenser for selectively spraying water with and without an additive such as liquid fertilizers and insecticides. The hose end dispenser includes a main conduit having opposite proximal and distal ends and a bypass conduit with a pair of opposite ends fluidly connected to the main conduit. A first of the ends of the bypass conduit is positioned adjacent the proximal end of the main conduit. A second of the ends of the bypass conduit is positioned adjacent the distal end of the main conduit. A container is fluidly connected to main conduit between the first and second ends of the bypass conduit. A rotatable dispensing ball is interposed between the container and the main conduit. A bypass valve is positioned adjacent the proximal end of the main conduit and the first end of the bypass conduit for selectively opening and closing passage of fluid through the main conduit and the bypass conduit, the bypass valve.

Abstract: A spray shower apparatus reconfigurable and adjustable for watering flowers and other plants planted in beds. The apparatus comprises a kit enabling modular assembly and enclosed within a common enclosure. The principal component of the kit is a rigid liquid conduit having at least one threaded end and a plurality of orifices disposed on the lateral wall of the conduit. The conduit has a plurality of spray nozzles attachable to the orifices of the liquid conduit. Each spray nozzle is adjustable as to direction of spray relative to the liquid conduit. Other components of the kit include a connector for connecting the liquid conduit to an external source of liquid, brackets for securing the liquid conduit to a vertical environmental surface, and an end cap for closing the distal end of the liquid conduit. Preferably, components are provided in quantities enabling a plurality of liquid conduits to be arranged in series.

Abstract: A system for dispensing and applying an adhesive to a work piece is provided which includes a flexible tote elevated above an underlying surface to provide a gravity head for feeding the adhesive to a spray gun for admixture with compressed air so that the adhesive can be applied in a predetermined pattern. Additional features of the invention call for a fitting disposed in the adhesive conduit to reduce the flow path for the adhesive being dispensed, and a valve to vent the system of unwanted gas such that adhesive flow from the flexible tote is continuous, uniform and uninterrupted.

Abstract: A portable snow making system for home use which is mounted on a wagon for easy portability. An elongated telescoping support pole is detachably supported from the base of the wagon and a snow making gun is mounted on the upper end of this support pole. Snow making nozzles are provided in the gun for ejecting air and water under pressure into the ambient subfreezing atmosphere for manufacturing snow. A high pressure water pump and an air compressor are also mounted on the wagon to provide sources of water and air under pressure to the snow gun. The snow gun is provided with a housing with a water inlet and an air supply tube passes through this housing for exposure of its exterior surfaces to the interior of the housing in order to warm the air tube and prevent freeze-up of the air tube and the air nozzle.

Abstract: A snow making tower including a vertical ground support post having its bottom end anchored into the ground and a tower support pole is coaxially mounted on this ground support post for free axial rotation thereon. An upwardly extending support arm is secured intermediate its ends to the upper end of the tower support pole for pivotal movement from horizontal to vertical. An elongated pipe snow making tower is provided with snow making nozzles adjacent its upper end and supply connections at the lower end for connection to remote sources of air and water under pressure for supply thereof to the nozzles for discharge into ambient atmosphere for manufacturing snow in subfreezing conditions. The elongated snow making pipe tower is pivotally secured intermediate its ends to the upper end of the support arm for pivotal movement in a vertical plane from parallel alignment with the support arm to positions below horizontal.

Abstract: A spray arch for a vehicle wash system having a pair of side supports and a continuously curved pipe extending upward above the side supports and over the path of travel for a vehicle being washed. The arch is preferably made of a flexible PVC pipe that is hand-manipulated to the curved position spanning over the path of travel and held in this shape by the side supports. Spray nozzles on the pipe all extend radially inward such that all nozzles are directed toward a vehicle beneath the arch regardless of the size of the vehicle.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention a method and apparatus for forming and launching a slug of liquid toward a designated target area includes a hollow chamber located on a desired incline having a lower liquid inlet and an upper exit orifice, which is preferably a knife edged orifice, in the upper surface of the chamber. A plug-stopper is located on the inner surface of the chamber which is movable between an engaged position blocking flow of liquid through the orifice and and a disengaged position allowing liquid to exit through the orifice. A pistion located within an operating cylinder has a piston rod which extends through the chamber and engages the plug-stopper and moves the plug-stopper between engaged and disengaged positions with the orifice. The piston is moved back and forth by a fluid moving the piston head in the cylinder back and forth. Preferably a stop is provided in the chamber which the stopper plug engages in the orifice disengaged position.

Abstract: A portable, fully self-contained pressure wash-down system operates in a storage mode for storing and hermetically sealing system components when the system is not in use, and works in an operation mode for allowing portable operation of the system. The system includes a container adapted to house the system and a lid connected to the container by a hinge. The lid sealingly engages a top portion of the container to store and protect system components when the system is in a storage mode. The system includes a pump disposed in the container. The pump includes a low pressure inlet for delivering low pressure water to the pump and a high pressure outlet for delivering pressurized water from the pump. The system also includes an intake line having first and second ends, wherein the first end of the intake line receives water from a water source and the second end is connected to the pump inlet. The first end of the intake may contain a filter for excluding harmful debris from the pump or other system components.

Abstract: A system for applying an adhesive is provided which includes a flexible tote elevated above an underlying surface to provide a gravity head for feeding the adhesive to a spray gun for admixture with compressed air so that the adhesive can be applied in a predetermined pattern.

Abstract: A portable water sprinkler system including a central water column assembly having a lower section, an upper section removably connected to the lower section, and a sprinkler head removably connected to the upper section. The lower section includes an outer tube formed of galvanized steel, an inner tube formed of plastic for supplying water to the upper section, and a hose connector at the lower end for receiving a hose for supplying water to the inner tube. The upper section is formed of plastic and is removably connected to the inner tube of the lower section. The outer tube of the lower section includes three connection flanges formed of galvanized steel extending outwardly from the outer tube. The portable water sprinkler system further includes first, second, and third leg members formed of galvanized steel being pivotally connected at their upper ends to the three connection flanges on the outer tube, respectively.

Abstract: A lawn and garden feeding and watering system including a timed control valve connectable to a water supply by a first supply hose; a chemical dispensing unit in fluid connection with a discharge end of the timed control valve, the chemical dispensing unit having at least two chemical dispensing valve assemblies each having a piercing tube extending from a connecting opening; a length of soaker hose in fluid connection with a dispensing unit discharge end; and plurality of user positionable stand-off units each including a tubular hose flange having a central hose opening sized to slide over the soaker hose and a plurality of rigid stand-off members radially extending from the exterior surface of the hose flange. In use, the feeding and watering system is used in combination with a number of lawn chemical containing reservoir bottles.

Abstract: A self-righting rising sprinkler head comprising a sprinkler head housing that defines a buoyant body chamber therein; and at least one buoyant body disposed within the buoyant body chamber. The sprinkler head housing also includes a plurality of water discharge ports, each providing a fluid passageway between the buoyant body chamber and the exterior of the sprinkler head housing, and a connecting fitting adapted for securing the sprinkler head to a source of pressurized water in a manner to supply the buoyant body chamber with pressurized water.

Abstract: The invention relates to a monitor for ejecting jets of water, foam or mist, comprising a pipe system attached to a foot support, which is rotatable on the support. The foot support is characterized by a lower disc-shaped part (10), an upper part (13), which is rotatable with respect to the lower part (10), and a fastening ring (15) which presses a flange (14) of the upper part (13) against the lower part (10). The invention consists of arranging through-holes in the upper part (13) from the central hole to the gap between the fastening ring (15) and the flange (14). A hydrostatic bearing between the flange (14) and the fastening ring (15) has been brought about so that the flange and the upper part (13) can be easily rotated.

Abstract: A new Multiple-Person Water Drinking Fountain System for supplying water to a large number of people simultaneously from a single water hose. The inventive device includes a U-shaped tube secured to a base, where both ends of the U-shaped tube are closed, a water supply valve connected into a lower portion of the U-shaped tube for coupling to a garden hose, and a plurality of apertures into the U-shaped tube. In an alternative embodiment, a water conservation valve is positioned into the U-shaped tube concentrically for allowing selective termination of a portion of the apertures.

Abstract: A flexible plastic water tube which can be stored on a roll has a flexible but substantially inextensible line member attached to it and can include a number of pre-attached drippers. The tube can be stretched between spaced apart supports with the line member preventing undesirable sagging. The tube can therefor be made from inexpensive thin walled plastic.

Abstract: A fire shielding device which is portable and may be positioned adjacent to structures for creating a fluid shield in areas which may be exposed to fire from an adjacent forest, field, building or other source.

Abstract: Portable water jetting apparatus is disclosed comprising a longitudinally collapsible cart having wheels at one end and a handle at the other, a water jetter unit removably mounted on the cart adjacent the wheeled end thereof, and a jetter hose reel unit mounted on the cart adjacent the handle end thereof. Both the water jetter unit and hose reel unit are adapted to be quickly and selectively disconnected from the cart to facilitate use, transportation, and/or storage of the apparatus, and the hose reel unit is pivotally mounted on the cart for selective orientation of the reel axis relative to the cart and thus the direction of winding or unwinding of the jetter hose therefrom during use of the apparatus.

Abstract: A retractable conduit formed from a sheet of memory-set polyester. To manufacture the memory-set strip, the polyester sheet is wound into a desired coiled position. It is then heated and cooled in a manner to memory-set the sheet in a coiled form. After this process the sheet of polyester will automatically return to the coiled position after it has been uncoiled. In one form, suitable as a splashblock, the distal end of the polyester sheet is wider than the end attachable to a downspout. In another form the polyester sheet is sheathed in an elongated polyethylene tube, to form a retractable hose. In a preferred form, the distal end of the hose is supported on a spool which will roll along the ground as the hose is wound and unwound to further ensure that the hose retracts properly. The tube can also be provided with holes to act as a sprinkler if desired.

Abstract: A spraying apparatus including an agricultural sprayer and a mounting bracket for affixing the sprayer to the trunk or limb of a tree or bush is disclosed. The mounting bracket is easily adjustable as to height, to radial position about the tree or bush, and to angle between the sprayer and the trunk or limb. This mounting bracket has a base for interfacing with the tree or bush and a connector for adjustably connecting the base with a fastener that encircles the trunk or limb, thus providing height and radial adjustment. The bracket further has a support member that supports the sprayer in spaced relation to the trunk or limb. The support member is capable of assuming a plurality of orientations, thus providing the angular adjustment. A method for spraying trees and bushes is further provided that entails the use of the spraying apparatus, determining a preferred position and orientation of the sprayer, and affixing the sprayer in that position on the tree or bush.

Abstract: A device for uniformly distributing as well as conserving water is provided. A main water supply line carries water to a main discharge header that has a plurality of outlets. The header includes at least a pair of conduits spaced to form at least two legs of a triangular support, each conduit having a flow restraining device which is disposed above but adjacent to the ground. The main header has a central restraining device of smaller diameter spaced from the ground to provide water and reduce the water pressure at the pair of outlets. The header preferably contains mesh filters or multiple screen filters which operate to restrain flow as well as to provide a uniform flow of water therethrough. A support arm is connected to the main water supply line at a swivel joint to form a supporting triangle, and a water control valve is positioned in the main water supply.