Abstract: A water and fertilizer dispenser includes a hollow watering container forming a side cavity for holding a fertilizer container that fits into the side cavity and carries a fertilizer composition to be mixed with each new batch of water carried by the watering container. The fertilizer composition is a viscous aqueous composition that clings to a serrated stem on the cap of the fertilizer container, for self-measuring dispensing of the fertilizer composition. A removable sprinkler head for the watering container is stored in a receptacle formed as an integral part of the watering container.

Abstract: A low pressure foaming nozzle assembly having a modular construction for permitting the ready interchange of nozzle tips. The foaming nozzle assembly may be constructed of two pieces, with a first configuration employing a flow body and an engaging nozzle tip and a second configuration employing a pair of mating halves, wherein each mating half includes a portion of a venturi, a throat and a nozzle tip. The assembly cooperatively engages a foaming liquid source such as a wand, and upon pressure on the foaming liquid source, a foam is generated.

Abstract: A perfumed shower head includes a body conduit that has a perimeter wall for defining a lumen. The coupler member is for coupling to a water supply line. A cap member is removably couplable to the body conduit. The cap member has a plurality of apertures that extend through the cap member. The apertures are for dividing water passing through the lumen of the body conduit into a plurality of streams to bathe a user. A scenting member is removably positionable within the lumen of the body conduit. The scenting member includes a porous material. The porous material includes a scenting agent such that the scenting agent is for transferring to the water and onto the bathing user when water flows through the scenting member.

Abstract: A self-contained finish spraying apparatus that allows a user to transport the apparatus to a job site and provides the tools to conduct finish spraying regardless of the lack of necessary components at the job site, such as water and electricity, is claimed and described herein. The apparatus includes a generator, a water tank, a dry material silo, a mixer, an air compressor, and a conventional viscous sprayer. The apparatus includes all or most of these materials within security walls so that the apparatus may be left at an exterior location at a job site without risk of damage to the machinery by vandalism or theft.

Abstract: A shower head, including a container section partitioned into a plurality of containers for storing a plurality of respective products to be dispensed; a selection section rotatably mounted on the container section for selecting a product to be dispensed via an opening provided in the selection section; a mixing section coupled to the selection section for receiving a selected product from the selection section and mixing the selected product with a water stream; and an internal water spout passing through the container section and the selection section into the mixing section for introducing the stream of water into the mixing section for mixing with the selected product.

Abstract: A heating system for use with an automatic vehicle wash system used to wash a car positioned within a wash bay. The heating system of the present invention includes a heating unit mounted directly to an overhead gantry used to wash the vehicle positioned within the wash bay. The heating unit receives the supply of water with the desired chemical agent already mixed with the water. Upon receiving the mixed supply of water, the heating unit elevates the temperature of the water to a desired temperature. The heating unit is positioned on the overhead gantry such that the heated water from the heating unit travels a short distance prior to its actual application to a vehicle.

Abstract: A fertilizer and irrigation apparatus includes an inflow pipe, a shunt pipe connected to the inflow pipe, and a chemical additive assembly connected in parallel to the shunt pipe. An outflow pipe is also connected to the shunt pipe. A portion of the inflow pipe, the shunt pipe, the chemical additive assembly, and the outflow pipe are all above ground. The chemical additive assembly includes a quantity of a chemical additive. A manifold is connected to the outflow pipe. A plurality of in-ground distribution conduits are connected to the manifold, wherein each of the distribution conduits includes at least one above-ground sprinkler head. In addition, an auxiliary inflow assembly can be connected to the inflow pipe so that chemical additives can be supplied to the fertilizer and irrigation apparatus from an outside source.

Abstract: A system mixes a chemical or other substance with a flowing liquid, such as water, for dispensation on a lawn, garden or other tract. The system includes a pipe containing the flowing liquid. A first reservoir is connected to the pipe and receives a portion of the flowing liquid. The first reservoir contains the substance and permits the substance to mix with the flowing liquid. After mixing, the flowing liquid mixed with the substance flows from the first reservoir back into the pipe. The system can also include a second reservoir also connected to the pipe. The second reservoir can also or alternatively receive a portion of the flowing liquid. The second reservoir contains either the same or a different chemical or other substance and permits the substance to mix with the flowing liquid. The flowing liquid after mixing with the substance flows from the second reservoir into the pipe. The pipe passes the liquid with mixed substance to a desired location of the tract.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chemical sprayer that includes a sprayer head assembly and a container. The container defines a cavity for storing a chemical to be sprayed. The sprayer head assembly includes a chemical passage, a carrier fluid passage, a vent passage, a valve chamber and a valve. The chemical passage is communication with the cavity. The carrier fluid passage is in communication with a carrier fluid source. Both the carrier fluid and chemical passages are in communication with the valve chamber. The valve is moveably positioned within the valve chamber and defines at least partially a first passage and a second passage. The first passage is configured so as to be in communication with the chemical passage when the valve is in an open position. The second passage is configured so as to be in communication with the carrier fluid passage when the valve is in the open position.

Abstract: An underground watering system including a reservoir having a water inlet and a water outlet, a float control connected to the water inlet for maintaining a water level in the reservoir, a fertilizer container supported on the reservoir having an opening therein communicating with reservoir by which fertilizer may be added to water within the reservoir, and at least one water soaking hose connected to the reservoir water outlet.

Abstract: A solution fertilizer introduction system for use with automatic lawn watering systems which include an attachment arrangement for introducing liquid fertilizers to underground lawn watering systems. The system may also be used with other chemicals such as weed killers, bug killers or the like that are available in a liquid state for application to lawns. The system includes a quick connect arrangement from the supplied material source to the watering system for removal and replacement of the same and a flow measurer for correlating the additive introduction or flow to water flow with metering and a timer for controlling the additive to produce a desired lawn. A microprocessor may be utilized for control of the additive.

Abstract: A safe and convenient method of applying chemicals—i.e. fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides—to lawns through, and in conjunction with a central sprinkling system. Most basically, the water feed line to the underground sprinkling system is broken and a chemical dilution apparatus is inserted therein so that water feeding the underground sprinkling system will contain a solution of the chemical. The chemical dilution apparatus comprises a venturi having a high pressure outlet in the line upstream of the venturi, and a low pressure water inlet in the line downstream of the venturi so that a selected portion of the water in the feed line may be circulated around the venturi through a container having chemical therein. In one embodiment of the invention the container has an open top portion having a peripheral thread for screwed attachment. In an alternative embodiment the container comprises a pail which is attached to a housing around the venturi with a hose.

Abstract: Switch of straight sprinkling gun, including an outer sleeve, a middle sleeve, a central tube, a detergent chamber, a main flow tube and a flow damper unit. The middle sleeve is fixedly disposed in the outer sleeve. The central tube is fitted in the middle sleeve. The outer and middle sleeves are synchronously rotatable about the central tube. The detergent chamber surrounds the main flow tube and communicates with one end of the outer sleeve. The flow damper unit includes a flow-guiding hole disposed on the detergent chamber and a communicating section disposed on the outer sleeve. The middle sleeve is formed with an outlet and a first inlet. The central tube is formed with a second inlet. A user can conveniently holds the outer sleeve to real-time adjust the water amount or conduct the detergent contained in the detergent chamber to discharge pure water or mixture of water and detergent.

Abstract: An agricultural sprayer for spraying a mixture of a carrier liquid and at least one active ingredient, and including a carrier liquid container, at least one active ingredient container for containing the active ingredient in concentrated form, a mixing chamber for mixing the carrier liquid with the active ingredient, at least one active ingredient feed line between the at least one active ingredient container and the mixing chamber and a carrier liquid feed line between the carrier liquid container and the mixing chamber, a boom structure having at least one nozzle connected with said mixing chamber for spraying the mixture of the active ingredient and the carrier liquid, and means for generating and discharging a flow of gas under pressure. The sprayer has connecting means that allow gas low communication between said means for generating and discharging a flow of gas under pressure and said at least one container for receiving an active ingredient.

Abstract: A hose sprayer assembly in accordance with the present invention includes a trigger body which is rotatably mounted within a housing. The housing is formed with an inlet orifice, an outlet aperture and an aspiration orifice, and further includes a deflector plate which is fixed to the outer surface of the housing proximate the outlet aperture. The trigger body includes a inlet port, an outlet port in fluid communication with the inlet port, and an aspiration port in fluid communication with the outlet port. Selective alignment of the trigger body places the inlet port and outlet port in fluid communication with the respective inlet orifice and outlet aperture of the housing. This yields a water only stream out the housing outlet aperture when water is forced through the assembly. Similarly, the body can be aligned to place the aspiration port in fluid communication with the aspiration orifice of the housing.

Abstract: The invention provides a gun for spraying a powder onto a work piece to form a coating and includes a pistol-grip housing having an air valve coupled to a source of pressurized air. The housing also supports a source of variable electrical potential. A powder container is disposed in fluid communication with the air valve so that powder within the container may be fluidized by air from the source of pressurized air when the valve is opened. A nozzle is positioned within the housing and includes a central passageway having an open end and disposed in fluid communication with the powder container. The central passageway frictionally imparts a net electrical charge of a first polarity to a first portion of the powder when the first portion of the powder contacts the surface during the spraying.

Abstract: A portable fragrant air delivery/diffuser system for spas/hot tubs and other self powered air producing devices comprising a portable vented container (FIG. 18 numeral 8), replaceable biodegradable filter (FIG. 18 numeral 6), multi-purpose removable cap (FIG. 18 numeral 5), vented bottom plate (FIG. 18 numeral 10) and an alternative use snap ring pivoting clip (FIG. 20g). The completely assembled unit, referred to as the Aroma Blast Unit (FIG. 18 numeral 12) is designed to fit into the aroma therapy chamber of newly manufactured spa/hot tubs FIG. 22 numeral 12) and to deliver natural plant derived oil fragrances to the therapy jet heads of said spa/hot tubs via the spa/hot tub's aroma therapy chamber and water boost pump plumbing (FIG. 22). Filter replacement is a simple process (FIG. 20d), thus providing the end user a means to choose from a variety natural plant derived oil fragrances to enjoy, or change as often as desired. The alternative snap ring clip (FIG.

Abstract: A fertilizer mixing device for sprinkler systems including a water inlet pipe having a water inlet, a first water outlet, and a second water outlet. The water inlet is in communication with an existing water source. A mixing chamber is adapted for holding a predetermined amount of fertilizer and water therein. The mixing chamber comprises a housing having a first opening therein for receiving the first water outlet of the water inlet pipe therein. The housing has a check valve disposed therein. The check valve includes an input pipe and an output pipe. A water outlet pipe is provided that has a first water inlet, a second water inlet, and a water outlet. The first water inlet is in communication with the second water outlet of the water inlet pipe. The second water inlet pipe is in communication with the output pipe of the check valve of the mixing chamber. The water outlet is connectable with an existing sprinkler system.

Abstract: A gas-driven spray applicator particularly suitable for spray delivery of mixed fibrin sealants for surgical use has a spray nozzle wherein droplets or a stream of mixed sealant agents are entrained in a stream of gas such as sterile compressed air. Gas entrainment of the mixed sealant overcomes problems of ineffective mixing which may occur when the sealant agents are separately discharged into overlapping spray patterns. A spray tip assembly is disclosed which is suitable for attachment to an applicator body having manually dischargeable reservoirs for the sealant agents. Clogs may be cleared by suction.

Abstract: A solution fertilizer introduction system for use with automatic lawn watering systems which include an attachment arrangement for introducing liquid fertilizers to underground lawn watering systems. The system may also be used with other chemicals such as weed killers, bug killers or the like that are available in a liquid state for application to lawns. The system includes a quick connect arrangement from the supplied material source to the watering system for removal and replacement of the same and a flow measuring device for correlating the additive introduction or flow to water flow with metering and timing devices for controlling the additive to produce a desired lawn. A microprocessor may be utilized for control of the additive.

Abstract: A valve arrangement for distributing or spreading a two-component binder system, comprising a distribution pipe (1) which is intended to be carried by a vehicle and which extends transversely to the movement direction of said vehicle, wherein a first binder component is intended to be conducted through a first conduit or line (101) which includes the pipe (1), wherein a plurality of first valves (60) are connected to the pipe (1) at mutually spaced positions along the length of said pipe and function to deliver the first binder component to distribution nozzles (14) connected to a respective first valve (60), wherein a second conduit or line (313, 26; 313, 35, 36) with an associated second valve (120) for the second binder component connects to each first nozzle (14), and wherein each first valve (60) includes a valve member (6) which is carried by a valve spindle (4) that can be moved to and from a position in which the valve member blocks the first component flow via a valve seat (19, 7) which connects with

Abstract: A device and method for dispensing precise amounts of dry particulate matter, such as agricultural chemicals, directly into a liquid carrier stream, such as a flow of water, and a method of employing such a device to distribute chemicals. The device includes a bin for holding a quantity of particulate matter, a conduit for transporting a stream of liquid carrier, and a meter at the bottom of the bin for controllably releasing a desired amount of the particulate matter from the bin into the conduit while disallowing entry of the liquid carrier to the bin. The bin, conduit and meter are all mounted upon a portable structure for transportation with particulate matter in the bin. The meter includes a multi-vaned rotor turned by a controlled motor, and defines discrete pockets of known volume. The operator simply connects the device to a flow of water and keys into the controller an amount of material to be released.

Abstract: A sprayer head is provided for attachment to a container containing a chemical product to be diluted by a carrier stream. The sprayer head includes a hose attachment member having structure for attaching the sprayer head to a source of the carrier stream. The sprayer head also includes a cap member, including structure for attaching the sprayer head to the container and a control mechanism movably connected to the cap member for controlling fluid communication between the cap member and the container. The control mechanism can be either reciprocated or rotated so that the sprayer head can be used either to spray a low viscosity liquid product in varying dilutions or to dilute and spray a mixture of high viscosity liquid, gelatinous or powdered product and carrier stream fluid. The control mechanism includes a seal member having product apertures of increasing sizes for controlling the varying dilutions.

Abstract: A hollow bar is provided in a bathroom and connected with a faucet 10 and a showerhead 1. The hollow bar comprises a slide bar 3 for the hook 2 of the showerhead or a grip bar 15 for a user. Water treating material such as a filter medium, ion exchange resin and ceramics is placed in the hollow bar and water jetted from the faucet 10 passes the water treating material in the hollow bar. The water is treated by the water treating material and the treated water is guided to and dispensed from the showerhead.

Abstract: A lawn chemical application system is disclosed. The system comprises a dispenser having a lower chamber, an upper chamber, an upstream opening, and a downstream opening. The dispenser may be formed by a tee connector and a cylinder secured to an upper opening of the tee connector. Powered valves are operably connected to the upstream and downstream openings of the dispenser. The powered valves may be wired to open and close simultaneously. A lower portion of the upper chamber may be disposed below an upper portion of the lower chamber and above a lower portion of the lower chamber, leaving the lower portion of the lower chamber unobstructed over substantially its entire length. The lower portion of the upper chamber may have a plurality of openings to provide for adequate mixing of water with the chemicals stored in the upper chamber. In operation, soluble matter or other chemicals are placed in the upper chamber of the dispenser, and the two valves are opened simultaneously.

Abstract: A dispenser for mixing and dispensing a liquid chemical concentrate with a dilutent from a container. The dispenser includes two slideable eductors one of which is also rotatable. Both a high and low flow rate can be obtained with simultaneous adjustment of concentration of the chemical concentrate. The dispenser has a high degree of accuracy of the amount of dilution of the chemical concentrate as well as positive positioning of the high and low flow rate.

Abstract: A dispenser for introducing additive into a liquid stream comprises a housing unit having a flow-through passage forming a pathway for the liquid stream. A seating on the housing is provided for receiving a receptacle. The seating includes a reservoir for holding the additive. A conduit extends between the seating and the flow-through passage through which the additive can flow. A valve is also provided for selectively controlling the flow of the additive in the conduit.

Abstract: Containers including a flexible pouches (12, 22, 33, 42, 52, 63, 73, 83) with a unique fitments (11, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81) with tapered portions (11C, 11D, 21C, 21D, 31C, 41C, 41D, 51C, 51D, 61E, 71E, 82A, 82B) are described. The containers are used for liquids and solids to be dispensed.

Abstract: A hose sprayer assembly in accordance with the present invention includes a trigger body which is rotatably mounted within a housing. The housing is formed with an inlet orifice, an outlet aperture and an aspiration orifice, and further includes a deflector plate which is fixed to the outer surface of the housing proximate the outlet aperture. The trigger body includes a inlet port, an outlet port in fluid communication with the inlet port, and an aspiration port in fluid communication with the outlet port. Selective alignment of the trigger body places the inlet port and outlet port in fluid communication with the respective inlet orifice and outlet aperture of the housing. This yields a water only stream out the housing outlet aperture when water is forced through the assembly. Similarly, the body can be aligned to place the aspiration port in fluid communication with the aspiration orifice of the housing.

Abstract: A faucet cover and dispenser including a resilient body for positioning over the end of a faucet. The resilient body has an internal, liquid reservoir and a faucet-receiving chamber adjacent the liquid reservoir. The faucet-receiving chamber ends at openings in the rear and bottom of the resilient body. The top of the resilient body is provided with a liquid inlet opening in fluid communication with the liquid reservoir. The bottom of the resilient body is provided with a liquid outlet opening in fluid communication with the liquid reservoir.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fitting for a motor vehicle, in particular a dashboard. The permitting the circulation of at least one stream of air, along a given path, behind at least one thickness of material defining a face of the fitting. The fitting further includes means for diffusing an active compound into the at least one stream of air. The diffusing means are capable of being introduced, wholly or in part, through at least one orifice, or passing through the thicknesses of material. The loading orifices being orientated transversely to the path of the stream. The diffusing means are held in the area of the thickness or thicknesses of material.

Abstract: A portable fire sprinkler chemical feed apparatus is provided that can be coupled between a fire sprinkler system and its corresponding make up water supply for automatically treating the water of the fire sprinkler system with chemicals by monitoring the water flow conductivity. Where the chemicals fed include a biocide and corrosion inhibitor, the apparatus keeps the chemicals isolated from each other until they reach a reacting chamber where the chemicals are thoroughly mixed and then delivered to the fire Sprinkler system.

Abstract: A cleaning liquid dispensing apparatus includes at least one container having a pump, a fluid line, a check valve, and a 3-way connector. One end of the 3-way connector is attached to a shower head pipe, an opposing end is attached to a shower head, and a remaining end is attached to one end of a fluid line. The one end of the fluid line is terminated with the check valve. The other end of the fluid line is attached to a container having a pump. If more than one container having a pump is connected to the 3-way connector; a splitter connector is connected between the 3-way connector and fluid lines. The container having a pump is filled with a cleaning liquid such as soap or shampoo. To inject the cleaning liquid into the shower stream, a push button of the pump is actuated several times until cleaning fluid in the bottle is displaced into the stream of the shower.

Abstract: A multifunction car wash gun including a car wash gun body, a connector, an adjustment mount, a sleeve, a setting sleeve, and a nozzle. The connector is fastened to the car wash gun body and has a water passage formed that is in continuity with the water passage in the car wash gun body. A soap solution output hole of the water passage is situated in the lower receptacle. The adjustment mount is installed at the bottom end of the connector. The sleeve is filled with a soap solution and installed into the lower receptacle. A liquid wax chamber is attached between the connector and the car wash gun body. A user can directly rotate the adjustment mount to selectively control water flow stoppage, water-only output, a combination water and soap solution output, and a combination water and liquid wax output.

Abstract: A reservoir of super absorbent polymers which can be independently pressurized, remotely stored and a supply of water which is admixed with the SAP at a point closely adjacent of an adjustable nozzle. In one embodiment the system involves a home unit with a portable hand carried reservoir which can be pressurized. Yet another system involves a back pack carried by a homeowner or firefighter for spraying which can be pressurized. Yet another embodiment involves a reservoir which can be independently pressurized with a pump so that any reduction in the water pressure in a tap line can be overcome by the SAP auxiliary pressure delivery. Other embodiments relate to a portable unit containing both the water reservoir and the SAP reservoir to the end that it is self-contained, and the admixing can be a function of wherever the homeowner, firefighter or rescue person should don the equipment.

Abstract: A combination spray apparatus which allows for the selection of several different flowable materials to be sprayed from a single unit and at the site of the unit itself. In the preferred manner, the spray apparatus includes a trigger nozzle as well as the selection of two different materials to be sprayed through a second barrel portion. An eductor it utilized to draw selected materials into a spray stream. The combination spray apparatus is operable with water pressures which are customary to most cities and industries.

Abstract: A soap dispenser (10) for providing and controlling flow and mixture of a liquid, such as water, and an agent or media, such as soap, useful in various applications, including, for example, cleaning a vehicle or other object or surface. The dispenser (10) broadly comprises a grip (12) and a body (14) in a rotatably coupled relationship, with the body (14) defining a soap reservoir (47). A first grip end (20) of the cylindrical grip (12) is adapted to connect to a water supply source, such as a common garden hose. A second grip end (22) is coupleable with the body (14) so as to be rotatable in relation thereto. The grip (12) provides a first control surface (24) having a flow channel (26). The body (14) is also cylindrical and provides a second control surface (44) having a single large orifice (46) and a plurality of flow holes (48,49), each of which is rotatably alignable with the channel (26) of the first control surface (24).

Abstract: A portable sprayer device which affords protection for the liquid concentrate container. A versatile spraying capability is also provided as well as an apparatus producing a vacuum function, an air gap and a spill-proof bottle feature. The sprayer device is particularly suited for dispensing cleaning, germicidal, sanitizing, insecticidal, deodorant materials and any other similar chemical concentrate.

Abstract: An aqueous foam generating system and method are provided. A first solution has particles of a carbomer resin encapsulated within an anhydrous, non-polar, organic hydrophobic surfactant. A second solution, capable of ionizing the carbomer resin, is pumped into an eductor which draws a volumetric portion of the first solution to form a mixture that is sprayed from an aerator to form an aqueous foam having long wet-to-dry transition times.

Abstract: The device for forming an aerosol has a device for adjusting the amount of particle former transported by the spray jet per time unit and/or a device for adjusting the amount of compressed gas passing per time unit through the wall. Such a device can be used for fluid treatment of sensitive, easily deformable objects, especially for their cooling, or other applications requiring certain metering of the particle formation, for example, in a burner. By providing a permeable wall having pores, it is possible to produce fluid particles with minimal kinetic energy by the effect of the compressed gas flowing through the permeable wall so that at the exit side of the wall a fluid particle stream with particles having extremely low energy per particle can be produced.

Abstract: An pressure washer enclosure capable of high pressure spraying with all pumps and chemicals enclosed for the protection of personnel and security of the chemicals. An external curbside control panel allows the operator to control the amount and concentration of the fluid emissions. A sealed plumbing arrangement minimizes chemical storage, handling and exposure. The enclosure has provisions for related cleaning equipment including a ladder rack accessible from the exterior of the housing.

Abstract: The invention describes a shower and a faucet apparatus which includes a showerhead (or faucet) and a feeding mechanism, the showerhead (or faucet) includes a water inlet, a water outlet and a water passageway connecting said water inlet and outlet. A feeding aperture is provided on the showerhead (or faucet) connected to the feeding mechanism and the feeding mechanism includes a pump to deliver a substance through the feeding aperture into the passageway for subsequent dispensing through the water outlet. This invention provides a very user friendly water and substances dispensing system particularly useful for the public in the enjoyment of a shower.

Abstract: The present invention provides new compressed air foam systems for use as firefighting equipment. One compressed air foam system has a water inlet connected to a water flow path through the compressed air foam system. A water and foam chemical mixer is flow connected to the water inlet and has a foam chemical inlet and a water/foam chemical outlet. An air compressor is provided which has an air inlet, an air outlet, and an air flow controller at the air inlet. A foam mixer is flow connected to the water/foam chemical outlet of the water and foam chemical mixer and to the air outlet of the air compressor. The foam mixer has a foam outlet which provides firefighting foam to a fireman's hose for application to a fire. A control system has a sensor in sensing relationship with the water flow path through the compressed air foam system for sensing water flow.

Abstract: An ejector is provided with an Interior surface wetting device for introducing a cleaning liquid into a suction chamber of the ejector to form a thin wall of the cleaning liquid covering an interior surface of the ejector. The interior surface wetting device includes a cleaning liquid inlet opening to be fluidly connected to a source of cleaning liquid and a cleaning liquid outlet opening for introducing the cleaning liquid into a suction chamber The wetting device may be in the form of a pipe which extends from the outside of the ejector into the suction chamber to supply a cleaning liquid to a desired portion in the suction chamber.

Abstract: A new and improved apparatus is disclosed to fertilize water passing through an existing irrigation system. The present invention would comprise at least one feeder, which would comprise an outer housing and an inner feeder tube. The inner feeder tube would be accessible via a top-mounted threaded end cap, with a user removing the top-mounted threaded end cap in order to place fertilizer within the inner feeder tube. The inner feeder tube would have holes throughout its length, and with the outer housing connected up to a closed irrigation water line, the fertilizer would be permitted to mix with the continuous flow of water that would pass through the feeder. Water in the entire irrigation system would be designed to pass through an input PVC line into the feeder, pass around and through the feeder tube (thereby picking up and dissolving fertilizer), and then passing through an output mechanism into the regular irrigation line.

Abstract: An apparatus for creating a fine liquid mist includes a container capable of holding fluid; one of a perforated basket and a porous bag disposed in the container; a liquid supply connector connected to the container; a mixing chamber connected to the container; and at least one convergent/divergent nozzle connected to the mixing chamber. A method of forming an effervescent fine liquid mist includes mixing liquid and chemical reactant to form non-toxic, noncombustible gas bubbles; mixing the liquid and the gas bubbles to form a two-phase fluid flow; and directing the two-phase fluid flow through at least one convergent/divergent nozzle.

Abstract: Embodiment of an aromatic mist delivery system is disclosed which includes a container housing a cartridge or reservoir of fragrance or additive designed to be attached to water delivery systems or misting devices. As water passes through the container, scent or additive is transferred to the water for delivery throughout the system.

Abstract: A chemical aspiration sprayer head includes a carrier channel having an inlet, an outlet through which the carrier fluid exits, and an expansion chamber in between the inlet and outlet, a chemical supply channel in flow communication with the expansion chamber of the carrier channel through an aspiration opening, and a bleed line extending from the chemical supply channel between the aspiration opening and the liquid chemical, the bleed line connecting the chemical supply channel in flow communication to ambient air. A control valve assembly is seated in the sprayer head to simultaneously engage the carrier channel and the bleed line and with the carrier channel open, selectively open and close the bleed line to selectively permit ambient air to be drawn into the chemical supply channel in response to the aspiration flow produced by the flow of carrier fluid.

Abstract: A sprayer head is provided for attachment to a container containing a chemical product to be diluted by a carrier stream. The sprayer head includes a hose attachment member having structure for attaching the sprayer head to a source of the carrier stream. The sprayer head also includes a cap member, including structure for attaching the sprayer head to the container and a control mechanism movably connected to the cap member for controlling fluid communication between the cap member and the container. The control mechanism can be either reciprocated or rotated so that the sprayer head can be used either to spray a low viscosity liquid product in varying dilutions or to dilute and spray a mixture of high viscosity liquid, gelatinous or powdered product and carrier stream fluid. The control mechanism includes a seal member having product apertures of increasing sizes for controlling the varying dilutions.

Abstract: A hydraulic cleaning unit comprising a high pressure pump (1) arranged to feed a service lance via a hose (10), the pump delivery conduit opening to the outside via a stub shaped as the male part of a usual rotatable quick connect coupling.