Abstract: The invention provides a method for disinfection or the inhibition of microbial growth in the air, freshening and perfuming of the air, being based on the emission of particles into the air of a disinfecting composition based on essential oils and/or their active ingredients their mixtures with glycols and/or glycol ethers in variety of proportions. In accordance with the method of the invention, the particles emitted into the air which it is sought to disinfect, freshen and perfume, are produced using the evaporation of the liquid composition, through a wick indirectly heated to a temperature of less than 100° C. in its upper area.

Abstract: An ultrasonic fragrance-generating device is disclosed and the device comprises an inner cup, a housing a covering ring, an oscillating unit and a heat dissipation fan and the mouth of the housing being inserted into the inner edge of the mouth of the inner cup and the mouth of the inner cup being covered by the covering ring and the cup edge of the housing being covered by a hood and the housing being an inner layered housing and an external layered housing, and the inner layer housing being a hole at the bottom section thereof for the mounting of the oscillation unit and the bottom face of the housing being mounted with the heat dissipation fan, characterized in that the wall of the hood is mounted with at least a layer of magnetic solenoid and the positive pole of the magnetic solenoid faces the inner cup, forming into energy conduit for magnetized fluidization.

Abstract: A connector for joining two parts of a medical product, where the parts are sterilized by different forms of sterilization, is disclosed. The connector includes a generally tubular body having a first end adapted for connection to a part of the medical product, another closed, but openable end, and an expansion chamber of one-piece integral construction with the tubular body.

Abstract: The invention relates to an odor dispensing device comprising a housing and a disc shaped cartridge (3, 32) adapted to move around its rotation axis and having a plurality of discrete radially arranged compartments (5, 33), each compartment (5, 33) containing an odorant or an odorant carrier (6, 58), said housing containing means for positioning the cartridge (3, 32), means for producing an airstream to a pre-selected compartment (5, 33) in response to a signal emanating from a computer control module, a microprocessor, an optical system or a timing mechanism and means for temporarily subjecting the odor carrier (6, 58) within the compartment (5, 33) to the airstream so that an odor is discharged from the cartridge (3, 32), and entrained in the airstream, wherein the cartridge (3, 32) has a basic body (4, 34) with bottom (4f, 51) and compartments (5, 33) separated by walls, which compartments (5) of the cartridge (3) can be tightly closed and opened by covers (11) working in axial direction of the cartridge (

Abstract: A method of sterilizing at least one article by means of a plasma and in the presence of humidity using a non-biocidal gas containing oxygen and nitrogen, the article being placed outside the discharge in a sealed treatment enclosure that is subjected substantially to atmospheric pressure, the method comprising the following steps: introducing the humidified non-biocidal gas into the treatment enclosure; creating a first plasma discharge A for a determined duration enabling the effectiveness of the sterilizing species created during the following stage to be guaranteed within the entire enclosure; creating a second plasma discharge B during a determined duration enabling said article to be sterilized; and rinsing the treatment enclosure during a determined duration so as to guarantee that it contains a non-polluting atmosphere when the enclosure is subsequently opened.

Abstract: A system and process is provided for removing or treating harmful biologic and organic substances within an enclosure, such as a container, building or vehicle. Air within the enclosure is heated to a predetermined temperature to kill organisms and cause harmful substances in the structure to migrate into the ambient air. Boric acid in combination with the heat may be used to kill mold and similar undesirable organisms. Temperature and pressure levels are monitored. The heated air carrying the harmful substances is passed through a filter to remove the harmful substances, and the heated air is re-circulated to enhance efficiency. The system effectively kills insects, molds, viruses and bacteria and reduces the levels of allergens and volatile organic compounds in the structure.

Abstract: A deodorizing/odor removal and disinfection device designed to function in conjunction with a waste receptacle such as a garbage can. The device is equipped with an ozone/ion generator that generates an ozone/ion laden air stream and introduces the air stream into the interior of the waste receptacle without unduly interfering with the operation or seating of the lid of the receptacle. A securing mechanism such as a hook secures the deodorizing device to the exterior of the waste receptacle by engaging with the upper edge or lip of the receptacle, and preferably uses a tube to transmit the ozone laden air stream into the malodorous environment.

Abstract: A system and method for disinfecting and detoxifying an enclosed space includes a generator for producing ClO2 in aqueous solution via reactions of a hydroxy carboxylic acid, a companion acid that substantially does not react with an alkali metal salt of a chlorite ion, and an alkali metal salt of a chlorite ion. Substantially pure gaseous ClO2 is stripped through a packed column, the effluent air flow from the stripper containing pure ClO2. The gaseous ClO2 product is added to the enclosed space at a predetermined concentration for a predetermined period of time sufficient to substantially destroy airborne microbial contamination therein, after which the enclosed space is evacuated. A second aspect of the present invention is a system and method for disinfecting surfaces, including an apparatus for generating aqueous ClO2. The aqueous ClO2 is diluted to a predetermined concentration and applied to a surface desired to be disinfected.

Abstract: A single or multiple source decontamination device for containment with a simple mailbox individual receptacle or a larger office environment receptacle. Sources such as a gaseous release, ultraviolet, infrared, microwave, ultrasonic, deionization, etc. are employed to decontaminate delivered packages within the receptacle. The device offers protection against packages potentially contaminated with bacterial or viral microorganism, anthrax being one example.

Abstract: A method of forming a film on a substrate using one or more complexes containing one or more chelating O- and/or N-donor ligands. The complexes and methods are particularly suitable for the preparation of semiconductor structures using chemical vapor deposition techniques and systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to a gas generator for generating gases, comprising a housing which has an interior space and at least one combustion chamber filled with a predetermined quantity of solid propellant. The propellant consists of a plurality of solid propellant parts arranged in the combustion chamber in an irregular manner. The compressed gas is stored in a predetermined quantity in the combustion chamber and the combustion chamber constructed as a pressure chamber sealed hermetically toward outside in a non-activated state of the gas generator.

Abstract: A large amount of treated gas containing odor components is efficiently deodorized by performing ozone deodorization after water molecule deodorization, and thereafter performing ion deodorization. A composite deodorization system is provided with a first chamber for performing the water molecule deodorization connected with a fermentation system by a gas introduction opening supplied with the treated gas containing odor components from the fermentation system, a second chamber for performing ozone deodorization connected with the first chamber by a flow passage tube, a third chamber for performing ion deodorization connected with the second chamber by a connection tube, an ozone filter incorporated at a connection position of the second chamber and the connection tube, and a third chamber having a gas discharge opening for discharging the treated gas.

Abstract: A dispenser (10) for a volatilizable material has a first member (14) that is substantially cup-shaped with a given diameter (X) and with a given depth (Z) and having a first peripheral flange (16) having a first diameter (D). A second member (18) has a second peripheral flange (20) with a second diameter (D2) greater than the given diameter (X). The first peripheral flange (16) and the second peripheral flange (20) are in intimate contact thereby defining a volatilizable material chamber (22) between the bottom (24) of the second member (18) and the bottom (26) of the first cup-shaped member (14). A volatilizable material (12) such as liquid mercury is placed in the chamber; and a hermetic seal (28) is formed between the first and second flanges. When installed in a fluorescent lamp the volatilizable material is released by heating the dispenser with RF current. The material is released when the vapor pressure within the dispenser reaches about 20 atmospheres.

Abstract: The invention is to provide an anion-generating device, which may generate anion to the air, and which may design the air ionization device as a modular structure. Further, when there is a short circuit occurred in the interior circuit of the anion-generating device, it may automatically switch off the high-voltage power source for protecting the anion-generating device. By the arrangement of a switch device, the anion-generating device is resumed to normal operation after being automatically switched off. The invention controls and generates the necessary high-voltage power source by designing a controlling device, which includes a logic controlling circuit and a high-voltage power-source generating circuit, wherein the logic controlling circuit is then comprised of a switch and an indicating device, which may indicate the operational state, while the high-voltage power-source generating circuit may generate high-voltage power source to ionize the air.

Abstract: A car air cleaning apparatus of the invention includes a power charging plug mounted to a casing. A front side and a rear side of the casing are respectively provided with an air outlet and an air inlet. The casing is further internally provided with an ultraviolet lamp and a fan. Via a rotation of the fan, an external air flows in the casing through the air inlet, is subjected to deodorization and disinfecting actions by means of the ultraviolet lamp, and flows out through the air outlet to provide the interior of the car with a clean air. The casing is further internally provided with a set of power charging batteries to provide power, the batteries being electrically connected to the power charging plug.

Abstract: An air treatment system includes at least one chamberless tube having air inlet and air outlet ends and a UV light reflective interior surface. The tube has an inside diameter and is preferably made from a UV grade aluminum. At least one tubular UV light source corresponding to the at least one chamberless tube is disposed generally coaxially within the UV reflective tube. The UV light source has an exterior light emitting surface spaced from the tube reflective interior surface. The light emitting surface has an outside diameter. Airborne pathogens in air moved through the tube and over the UV light source are eliminated.

Abstract: An air freshener embodying a fragrance impregnated elongated leg and a laterally projecting resilient wedge to wedge between a pair of louvers.

Abstract: In a sterilizing apparatus, a first electrode is provided in a chamber, and a target to be sterilized is supported by the first electrode. The first AC power supply is connected to the first electrode to supply AC power to the first electrode such that a plasma is generated around the first electrode. The DC pulse power supply is connected to the first electrode to supply DC pulse power to the first electrode such that ions or electrons are accelerated toward the target.

Abstract: An evaporator, for use with a bottle containing a substance to be evaporated and a wick that has its lower portion disposed within the bottle and its upper portion protruding from the bottle, includes a housing in which the bottle is retained, a fan, disposed within the housing, for creating an airstream, and a louver structure, disposed downstream of the fan, for directing the airstream created by the fan upwardly and away from the upper portion of the wick. Preferably, the louver structure includes a plurality of louvers inclined at an angle between about 20 degrees to about 60 degrees relative to horizontal.

Abstract: A solar-power battery air freshener includes a housing (100) with an oscillating fan (61) for emitting a fragrance to the surrounding environment. A solar-power battery (20) utilizes energy derived from natural sunlight or light emitted from a regular light fixture in order to provide power to an oscillating device wherein a fan (61) is connected. The oscillating device includes a circuit (44), a coil (45), and magnets (46) connected to vertical iron plates (41, 42). A bracket (60) is attached to the iron plate (41) in such a manner that a fan (61) can be attached to the bracket. A fragrance container (81) is located directly below the fan (61). The oscillating movement of the fan (61) disperses the fragrance emitted from the fragrance container (81) out of the housing through air vents (105) and into the room or vehicle being freshened.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and articles for controlling the release of volatile materials are disclosed, including, but not limited to scented materials. The method can be applied to a wide variety of different types of emitting devices.

Abstract: An apparatus for heating a volatile medium is provided. The apparatus of the invention includes a base and a rotatable lens positioned above the base. The rotatable lens rotates independently of the base in the direction of a light source. The lens is positioned such that a focal point of a lens is focused on the volatile medium. The heat generated by focusing the light in this manner vaporizes the volatile medium and releases the medium into the surrounding atmosphere in a continuous manner.

Abstract: Dual functional dispensers, wherein the dispensers comprise dispensing units independently capable of dispensing an actively dispersed spray or an evaporative long term dispersible material, comprise active dispensers in combination with passive dispensers of volatile materials. The passive dispenser may comprise the external shell of said dual function dispenser, and may be fashioned of a porous ceramic, plastic, or paper material impregnated with an evaporative passively dispersible material selected from the group consisting of fragrances, air fresheners, deodorizers, odor eliminators, malodor counteractants, insecticides, insect repellants, medicinal substances, disinfectants, sanitizers, mood enhancers, and aroma therapy compositions. The actively dispersed material may be the same or different. Refill units for such dispensers may comprise a spray can and associated control means, and an evaporative dispenser of dispersible material, provided either separately or as an integral unit.

Abstract: The present specification discloses a hydrogen generator for generating a hydrogen gas, comprising at least a fuel supply part for supplying a hydrocarbon type fuel, a fuel combustion part, a water supply part, a gas, mixing part for mixing the fuel and a water, and a reforming part filled with the reforming catalyst, wherein at least one of the gas mixing part and the reforming part is heated by an exhaust gas generated in the combustion part. The hydrogen generator according to the present invention aims to improve the heat efficiency, reducing the heat loss from the apparatus with a simple constitution and collecting the waste heat for an effective use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides an enclosure for storing hunting apparel while imparting either a natural or artificial scent to the stored hunting apparel to mask the human scent, thereby improving the hunting of big game animals. The container has an apparel storage compartment and a scent source storage compartment. The container may be comprised of a rigid portable enclosure, a non-rigid portable enclosure, or a cabinet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of disinfection comprising the steps of sonicating a liquid disinfectant at a frequency selected to be above 15 MHz, preferably above 2 MHz in a nebulizing chamber to produce a nebulized disinfectant product. The frequency of the ultrasonic energy and the formulation of the disinfectant to which the ultrasonic energy is applied is such that 90% of microdroplets are between 0.8 and 2.0 micrometres in diameter. In preferred embodiments, the microdroplets are activated by the ultrasound and are substantially more effective than non-sonicated disinfectant. The invention also relates to compositions suitable for use in such methods which mar include activatable agents, surfactarits and/or agents to assist in drying.

Abstract: A formalin gas counteracting and deodorizing device which is connected to a sterilization chamber including a main pipeline having an inlet for formalin gas at one end thereof and an outlet for processed gas at the other end, a fan connected to the inlet side midway in the main pipeline, an oxidation means for decomposition, a cooling means all connected in this order from the fan to the outlet, and a branch pipe provided between the oxidation means of the main pipeline and the cooling means. The process includes performing sterilization utilizing the sterilizer for a predetermined period of time, circulating the gas between the main pipeline, and the bypass pipe line for a predetermined period of time using the formalin gas counteracting and deodorizing device just before the end of the sterilization process, then circulating the gas between the sterilization chamber and the main pipeline for counteracting the formalin gas and introducing a counteractive into the sterilization chamber.

Abstract: An air sanitizing device for vehicles includes a casing attached to an air vent of the vehicle and having a passage defined therethrough. An ultraviolet LCD is located in the passage and powered by a power supply device connected to the casing. The power supply device can be powered by batteries, AC or DC electric current.

Abstract: An apparatus for sterilizing an article of mail includes a chamber defining an airtight space and having an entrance for receiving the article of mail. A vacuum pump is coupled to the chamber for withdrawing air therefrom and, specifically, from the article of mail, this air withdrawal reducing the chamber air pressure. An ozone generator is coupled to the chamber for introducing ozone at atmospheric pressure therein following air withdrawal. This causes efficient diffusing of the ozone into the article of mail for sterilizing it against anthrax. The ozone is then withdrawn into an ozone filter that includes a non-consumable manganese dioxide catalyst for converting the ozone back into oxygen. The article of mail may be initially perforated to enhance air withdrawal and ozone diffusion. The article of mail may be embossed following ozone withdrawal to indicate completion of sterilization. The apparatus may be implemented using multiple chambers.

Abstract: An embodiment of the system of the present invention generally comprises a mailpiece sorting apparatus which includes a feeder, an OCR scanner, a mailpiece transporter, a sanitizer and compartments or bins for receiving sorted mailpieces, an optical character recognition system (OCR) for reading addressee information, an addressee database, and a personal computer (PC) or microprocessor based control system. In an embodiment of the present invention, mailpieces are feed, singulated and sanitized. In another embodiment of the present invention mailpieces are fed, singulated, sanitized and sorted. In another embodiment of the present invention the system is contained in a sanitization area and clean room. The system provides for sanitization of mailpieces so as to help deter delays in incoming mail delivery caused by the presence of life harming material and sanitize the mail so as to protect the intended recipients from harm.

Abstract: As shown in FIG. 1 there is one embodiment of a fumigation apparatus in the form of a module (8) including a panel (10) which can be positioned in or at an opening of an enclosed space in use to define a fumigation chamber. Fumigant inlet means in the form of an orifice (12) are arranged in the panel (10) to allow a flow of a fumigant directly into the fumigation chamber. A nominal number of mixing fans, in this case two fans (16) and (18), thoroughly circulate gases within the fumigation chamber when operating. The module (8) includes a system control box (14) linked to the fumigant delivery orifice (12) and valve system which functions to control the flow of toxic gas into the fumigation chamber. The panel (10), when positioned in use, is secure against the passage of fumigant and gases by means of an inflatable rubber seal (22) which is located around a lip edge perimeter of the panel (10).

Abstract: A deodorization apparatus comprises: a case body 2a formed therein with an air-flow passage 2i through which air flows; first and second lamp units 8, 10 disposed in an air-flow passage in the case body and adapted to generate ozone; first, second and third photo-catalyst filters 7, 9, 11 disposed in the air-flow passage in the case body and provided with photo-catalyst filters; and an impregnated carbon disposed on the downstream side of at least one of the first and second lamp units 8, 10 and the photo-catalyst filters and formed by impregnating an activated carbon adsorbing an odor component with at least one component of iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, nickel nitrate. According to this structure, the deodorization effect at the one passing of the contaminated air, in the air-flow passage, containing odor component is improved, the usable life time can be elongated, and the maintenance of the impregnated carbon, can be simplified.

Abstract: An inner-burn aroma lamp mainly includes a perfume essence cup overlapped on the upper part of a lamp pot, whereas at the center thereof the perfume essence cup having a center tube while on the top end of the center tube perforated through by a lamp wick frame which is traversed by a lamp wick extended perpendicularly to the bottom of the lamp pot. Accordingly, the lamp oil is filled into the lamp pot, and perfume essence is filled into perfume essence cup so that the lamp wick could siphon the burning oil and heat the perfume essence cup. Therefore the air near the perfume cup is warmed so as to vaporize the perfume essence in the perfume essence cup.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling operation of an ultraviolet air treatment device including an ultraviolet lamp positioned to treat air within an air handling system that operates in either an on state or an off state. The method includes activating the ultraviolet lamp, and determining the operational state of the air handling system. The ultraviolet lamp is deactivated upon expiration of a predetermined time period during which the air handling system remains in the off state. The predetermined time period is preferably 30-60 minutes, preferably 40 minutes for residential applications.

Abstract: A metallic compound layer exhibiting a photocatalytic activity function is formed on the surface of light absorbing material so as to provide the property of deodorizing air or an object coming in contact with the material. Preferably, the metallic compound layer is fixed on the surface of the light absorbing material. Alternatively, the metallic compound layer is formed as a material in which the surface region includes an outer portion mainly formed of a metallic mixture including a metallic oxide, such as titanium oxide. As a method of manufacturing the light absorbing material is coated with a metallic compound for improving photocatalytic activity, and then is processed into a desired shape.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are dispensers for dual functional use, wherein the dispensers are independently capable of dispensing a spray or an evaporative long term dispersible material. Also disclosed are refill units for such dispensers, which refill units comprise a spray can and associated control means, and an evaporative dispenser which may be activated by removal of a covering membrane which is impermeable to a volatile dispersible material. The spray and the evaporative volatile dispersible may or may not be the same material, permitting the consumer greater flexibility and choice.

Abstract: A photocatalytic electric fan comprises a main body having a receiving tank therein. A motor is fixed in the receiving tank. A rotation shaft of the motor is connected with a fan blade. A lamp-fixing element is joined at an opening of the main body near the fan blade. A photocatalytic lamp is positioned on the lamp-fixing element. At least a photocatalytic lamp tube is disposed on the lamp. Each photocatalytic lamp tube is connected to an electric connection seat, a stabilizer, a starter, a switch, and a power source. A face net is joined at the other opening of the main body. The face net is rotatable. The photocatalytic lamp tube is a UV lamp tube with a glass-fiber-cloth sleeved outside. The glass-fiber-cloth has a photocatalytic coating formed of titanium dioxide.

Abstract: A device intended to produce a fragrant vapour. The device 10 has a plug portion 11 with electric connection pins 12 to engage a wall mounted power supply. The device 10 engages the power supply to receive electric energy therefrom as well as to be supported by the wall. The device 10 has heating elements 17 and 18 of which element 17 is mounted for angular movement so that the heat applied to a wick 15 may be varied. The device 10 has an electric circuit 30 with a timer sub-circuit 33 so that the heating elements 17 and 18 will provide heat to the wick 15 for a predetermined period of time so that a vapour is produced from the liquid contained in this wick 15.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided, which enable an air modifying agent such as an insecticide, pesticide, insect repellant, fragrance, perfume etc. to be disseminated into an atmosphere. The air modifying agent is entrained in a flammable liquid carrier (2) which is less volative than the agent, which is held in a container (1). A wick (3) draws the agent/carrier (2) up to an igniting station provided at the rim (5) of a metal collar (4) which closely encircles the wick (3). The collar (4) is provided with a pair of diametrically opposed elongate slots (8), which expose part of the wick (3) to the atmosphere and thereby provide a vaporisation station spaced below the igniting station and disposed in the path of the flammable liquid carrier.

Abstract: A liquid fuel candle apparatus with a polymeric element impregnated with a fragrant volatile medium includes a wick with an ignitable end and an absorbent end, a receptacle for holding a quantity of fuel, with the absorbent end of the wick in contact with the fuel, a receptacle having at least a first wall which forms a perimeter, with the ignitable end of the wick extending through the receptacle, and a polymeric element impregnated with a volatile medium disposed within the receptacle perimeter, and in substantially continuous contact with the perimeter wall.

Abstract: Ultraviolet radiation is used to disinfect air (105) in a flow tube (110), where the flow tube (110) includes total internal reflecting features (120) on a portion of its external surface and said ultraviolet radiation propagates through a portion of the flow tube via total internal reflection.

Abstract: Biomedical devices that are to come into contact with living tissue, such as prosthetic and other implants for the human body and the containers used to store and transport them, are together cleaned of non-living, but biologically active organic materials, including endotoxins such as lipopolysaccharides, and assembled into a hermetically sealed package without recontamination. This is achieved by cleaning both the device and package components together in an apparatus, which includes a hermetically sealed chamber, in which they are contacted with atomic oxygen which biocleans them, by oxidizing the biologically active organic materials. The apparatus also includes means for manipulating the device and container and hermetically sealing the cleaned device into the cleaned container to form the package. A calibrated witness coupon visually indicates whether or not the device and container have received enough exposure to the atomic oxygen to have removed the organic materials from their surfaces.

Abstract: A sanitizing pouch secures to a product package and includes a sanitizing agent disposed therein. A delivery device includes an inlet thereto and an outlet therefrom. A probe attaches to the inlet of the delivery device. The probe is adapted to puncture the sanitizing pouch and the product package, whereby the puncturing of the sanitizing pouch by the probe releases the sanitizing agent over the probe thereby sanitizing the probe prior to the puncturing of the product package by the probe. After flowing over the probe, the sanitizing agent flows into the delivery device thereby sanitizing the delivery device. The delivery device draws product from the product package for delivery via its outlet.

Abstract: According to the present invention, provided are a method whereby a sterilization/deodorization gas is supplied by irradiating a stabilized chlorine dioxide gel or liquid with ultraviolet radiation, and a sterilization/deodorization gas supply apparatus which comprises: a chemical container used to hold a chemical gel or liquid which is used for sterilization and deodorization, and as an insecticide or an insectifuge; an ultraviolet radiation unit for projecting ultraviolet radiation onto the chemical and for generating a dispersed gas; and a gas discharge unit for extracting from the chemical container gas elements that are to be dispersed by the ultraviolet radiation unit. With this arrangement, a chlorine dioxide gas that can effectively perform sterilization and deodorization can be easily and safely stored, handled and supplemented by employing the chemical reactive propagative effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is two-stage mat for dispensing volatile materials. The mat is comprised of two materials varying either in thickness, thermal conductivity and/or porosity (and coated with like volatile material), or coated with volatile materials having different vaporization pressures. In either configuration, the mat provides for both an instant burst of volatile and then a sustained vaporization of volatile. Methods of using such mats are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for generating odor including a disk having a substrate with a dispersing material retaining at least one releasable aroma positioned with respect to the substrate. The dispersing material includes a structure, such as a plurality of openable pores, that is physically responsive to a stimulus such as heat or light. A device provides the stimulus to the dispersing material upon demand as a function of a signal, wherein the plurality of pores within the dispersing material are reversibly enlarged as a result of the stimulus.

Abstract: An electrically activatable fumigating device, methods of using it, and methods of constructing the device, are disclosed. The device is adapted to be plugged into a wall outlet. It is provided with a resistance heater that is housed in a lower recess of a heating cup by crimping edges of the recess around the heater. The cup focuses the heat of the heater adjacent the bottom of the cup. A eutectic thermal cut-off operates as a primary means of energy cut-off. The resistance heater is also designed to fail after a specified heating period as a redundant means of cut-off.

Abstract: There is disclosed a sterilizing fog, characterized by droplet size range, vapor density range, sterilant concentration range and sterilant concentration within the droplets. Specifically, there is disclosed a fog achieved by an apparatus combining pressure, temperature and acoustics to form a super-charged ozoneated water and an apparatus that creates small micro droplets which form a highly concentrated sterilizing fog. Specific sterilants used are ozone, chlorine and chlorous acid generating compositions such as sodium hypochlorite, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A deodorizer includes (a) a deodorant which decomposes odor, (b) a tank containing the deodorant therein, (c) at least one nozzle which blows out the deodorant downwardly in the form of jet, (d) a conduit connecting the tank to the nozzle, (e) a pump which feeds the deodorant to the nozzle from the tank through the conduit, (f) a chamber which surrounds a distal end of the nozzle and is formed with an air inlet, and (g) a deodorizing tower which is in fluid communication with the chamber and which extends towards the deodorant contained in the tank.

Abstract: A fan type chemical diffusing apparatus is disclosed which comprises: an apparatus main body having an air inlet and an air outlet; a fan type blower disposed in the apparatus main body and having a fan casing, a fan provided with a hollow space, and a motor; and an active ingredient impregnated body or mass disposed in the hollow space for containing an active ingredient. The fan type blower is adapted and operative to send air from the air inlet through the hollow space into and out of the air outlet. A fan type debugging apparatus is also disclosed in which the active ingredient impregnated body or mass is disposed in a wind inlet side of the fan type blower and is designed to provide a wind force resistance which in terms of the proportion of current consumption by the motor in the presence of the active ingredient impregnated body or mass to current consumption by the motor in the absence of the active ingredient impregnated body or mass, ranges from 5 to 25%.