A method of determining an operational parameter of a washing system having a wash tank to which water and material are added. In some embodiments, the method includes establishing a communication link between a sensor and a controller. The sensor is positioned in the wash tank and transmits a signal indicative of a material concentration. The controller receives the signal. Additionally, the method includes adding material to water in the wash tank, monitoring the material concentration while material is being added, and stopping the material addition upon the material concentration reaching a predetermined material concentration. The controller then determines an operational parameter indicative of the amount of material that is needed to reach the predetermined material concentration.
A pull-behind floor finish applicator wherein a peristaltic pump is employed in conjunction with disposable conduit tubing obviate any clean up of the pump. This applicator is adaptable to receiving bag in the box floor finish, thus reducing cleaning time. The applicator employs a minimum number of disposable parts thus making it economical to produce. A mop is employed to apply floor finish to easily accessible areas in one instance, yet allows the mop to be used independently for application of floor finish to not so easily accessible areas.
A method of washing ware in an automatic ware washing machine, is disclosed, using a rinse aid composition containing a polysaccharide. The polysaccharide adsorbs on the ware resulting in a sheeting action of the rinse solution leading to improved drying of the ware.
An improved container and closure. Some embodiments are directed toward a pressurized container adapted to be utilized is any orientation. In one particular embodiment, a bladder separates a dispensable fluid in the container from a pressurizing fluid. Movement of the bladder via force from the pressuring fluid keeping the dispensable fluid in fluid communication with an outlet of the container regardless of orientation of the container. Some embodiments provide an improved sealing arrangement for a pressurized container and closure, wherein a bladder is utilized as a seal between the container and the closure.
B65D 83/14 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for delivery of liquid or semi-liquid contents by internal gaseous pressure, i.e. aerosol containers comprising propellant
B65D 83/00 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents
B65D 35/28 - Pliable tubular containers adapted to be permanently deformed to expel contents, e.g. collapsible tubes for toothpaste or other plastic or semi-liquid material; Holders therefor with auxiliary devices for expelling contents
A cleaning device including a mel amine sponge is employed for use in a floor scrubbing machine for cleaning uncoated, stone floors. A backing material is secured to the melamine sponge and a non-woven fabric is secured to the backing material which in turn is engaged by the driver block of the machine. The cleaning device in conjunction with the floor scrubbing machine is capable of removing dirt and scuff marks from stone floors using only water as the cleaning agent.
A fluid dispenser contains and dispenses metered amounts of fluid, and in some embodiments comprises a reservoir for containing fluid; a chamber positioned substantially within the reservoir for containing a quantity of fluid; and a piston moveable within the chamber in a first direction to draw fluid into the chamber from the reservoir, and movable in a second direction to discharge a metered amount of fluid from the chamber. A user-manipulatable control can be coupled to the piston to move the piston with respect to the chamber, and in some cases to select the desired metered amount of fluid to be dispensed. Also, a pawl can be used to selectively permit and inhibit movement of the piston in the first and/or second directions to prevent partial doses from being dispensed from the fluid dispenser.
A method of washing ware, in particular in an automatic institutional ware washing machine, is disclosed, using a detergent composition containing a polysaccharide, which eliminates the need for a surfactant in the rinse step. The polysaccharide provides a layer of polysaccharide on the ware so as to afford a sheeting action in an aqueous rinse step without any added rinse agent.
A cleaning bullet for use in a pipe or track includes a compressible body. In one embodiment, a sheet draped over the body is engageable with interior walls of the pipe or track to clean small contaminants, hi another embodiment, the body is formed from an absorbent material that absorbs a fluid, such as a cleaning solution, that can clean and/or disinfect the interior walls of the pipe or track. In yet another embodiment, an alignment key extends radially from a body axis for guiding the cleaning bullet in an air conveyor track.
B08B 9/055 - Cleaning the internal surfaces; Removal of blockages using cleaning devices introduced into and moved along the pipes moved along the pipes by a fluid, e.g. by fluid pressure or by suction the cleaning devices conforming to, or being conformable to, substantially the cross-section of the pipes, e.g. pigs or moles
A floor tool is provided, and includes a handle with first and second opposite ends through which a longitudinal axis of the handle extends, and a mop head coupled to the second end of the handle, hi some embodiments, a fluid container is coupled to and carried by the handle at a location between the first and second ends of the handle. The fluid container can have a center of mass offset from the longitudinal axis. In some embodiments, a portion of the handle is located between the fluid container and the first end of the handle, and is offset from the longitudinal axis more than center of mass of the fluid reservoir. The floor tool can also have a valve coupled to the handle and having a gap into which a length of conduit extending from the fluid container can be laterally inserted. A valve-actuating trigger can be coupled to the handle for rotation, such that the trigger pivot point is closer to the second end of the handle than the terminal end of the trigger squeezed by a user.
A pull-behind floor finish applicator wherein a mop with a handle is connected to the applicator, yet is readily removable therefrom. This allows the mop to be used as a component of the walk-behind applicator for applying floor finish to easily accessible areas in one instance, yet allows the mop to be used independently for application of floor finish to not so easily accessible areas. The applicator is adaptable to receiving bag in the box floor finish, thus reducing cleaning time. The applicator employs a minimum number of disposable parts thus making it economical to produce. Some embodiments utilize a pump driven by the power of the wheels. A transmission assembly is provided in some embodiments to deliver power from the wheels to a pump.
Various embodiments of a mop include a user-manipulatable control operable by a user to generate attachment of a mop pad to a mop head and/or release of the mop pad from the mop head. The user-manipulatable control can be located on a handle of the mop in some embodiments, and on the mop head in other embodiments. Also, an actuator coupled to the user-manipulatable control can be used to move one or more grips, magnet-carrying elements, slides, wings, or clamping members to releasably secure the mop pad to the mop head, or to selectively magnetize one or more magnets for release and/or attachment of the mop pad.
Conveyor lubricants comprising oil-in-water macroemulsions. The lubricants are made by combining water and least one oil and applying high sheer mixing to produce the macro emulsion. The lubricants may be applied to a conveyor surface and/or container surface to facilitate the movement of containers along a conveyor.
A fluid dispenser and method of operating the same. The fluid dispenser can include a wheel driven by diluent passing along a flow path in the fluid dispenser. The wheel can be connected to a pump to pump fluid from a reservoir for dispense into the diluent. In some embodiments, the ratio of wheel rotations to pump cycles is selected to provide a desired and repeatable dilution ratio of concentrated fluid to diluent. The fluid dispenser can be portable and/or disposable, and in some embodiments is adapted for installation on an upper rim of a reservoir wall. Also, the fluid dispenser can be provided with a baffle limiting the velocity and impact of incoming diluent to the wheel driving the pump, thereby improving dosing accuracy of the dispenser in some embodiments.
B05C 11/00 - Component parts, details or accessories not specifically provided for in groups
A61L 9/05 - Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone using substances evaporated in the air without heating specially adapted to be released by contact with a liquid, e.g. for toilets
An apparatus for cleaning an inner surface of a container is provided. In some embodiments, the apparatus comprises a lid that carries a fluid dispenser and is removably supported on an opening in container having an inner surface to be cleaned. The lid can support the fluid dispenser in a position within the container to be cleaned. Two filters can be connectable in parallel between the fluid source and the fluid dispenser. A flow diverter can be connected between the fluid source and respective inlets of the first and second filters, and can be operable to selectably direct fluid flow to the respective inlets of the first and second filters so that the other of the filters can be serviced without interrupting a cleaning process.
A cleaning apparatus for cleaning an inner surface of a container includes a mount removably supportable on such a container and supporting a misting head in a position within the container, in some embodiments. A fluid pump can also be supported on the mount and can draw liquid from and pump the liquid back into the container through the misting head.
A cleaning apparatus including a spray head arranged for operable fluid communication with a source of pressurized liquid and including a nozzle that dispenses liquid in a high pressure liquid stream is provided in some embodiments. The nozzle can include a barrel having a helically rifled bore that directs fluid passing through the nozzle into a vortical stream.
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
The present invention is directed to a coating removal composition comprising at least one weak metal binding agent, a solvent system comprising at least one alcohol or ester, and a corrosion inhibition system. A method of removing a coating from an intentionally colored concrete floor is also disclosed.
A resealable closure and valve assembly adapted to be coupled to a container to selectively control the dispensing of liquid from the container. The resealable closure and valve assembly includes a non-mechanically biased stop selectively engageable with a passageway to selectively seal the passageway from a dispensable product, such as a liquid contained within a container. In some embodiments, the stop is adapted to reseal the passageway by the force of weight applied to the stop by fluid in the container. In some embodiments, the stop is adapted to reseal the passageway via a suction force.
Detergent compositions of the present invention are flowable powders comprising an alkali metal salt and a builder. Optional ingredients may include an oil and/or a surfactant. The ingredients making up the detergent composition are combined into flowable powders that may be added to a wash solution. The detergent compositions may be particularly suited for use with automated metering and dispensing devices for granulated materials.
B67D 7/08 - Arrangements of devices for controlling, indicating, metering or registering quantity or price of liquid transferred
C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
G01F 11/26 - Apparatus requiring external operation adapted at each repeated and identical operation to measure and separate a predetermined volume of fluid or fluent solid material from a supply or container, without regard to weight, and to deliver it with measuring chambers moved during operation wherein the measuring chamber is filled and emptied by tilting or inverting the supply vessel, e.g. bottle-emptying apparatus
A metering and dispensing closure for a container wherein two rotatable disks rotate in conjunction with a stationary cap member to afford accurate measuring of a powder material and dispensing of it. The disks and the container cap afford a consistent measuring of the powder material, as well as provide a variety of drive members which can be utilized with the dispensing closure.
A modular mounting system for mounting a dispenser or dispenser assembly to a wall or other surface. The modular mounting system can also include one or more connectors that connect adjacent modular mounting members. The connectors can be sized and configured to align adjacent modular mounting members and substantially prevent relative movement between the members.
B67D 7/06 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes - Details or accessories
A47G 29/00 - Supports, holders, or containers for household use, not provided for in groups or
A method of operating a dispensing system having a material delivery cycle. In some embodiments, the material delivery cycle includes supplying water to a receptacle, performing an operation intended to release a material into the water, and delivering the material to a downstream component. The first step of the method is to initiate the material delivery cycle. Next, a conductivity proximate to the receptacle is monitored. Additionally, one or more error conditions are identified during the material delivery cycle based at least partially on the monitored conductivity.
A47L 15/42 - Washing or rinsing machines for crockery or table-ware - Details
B67D 7/02 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes for transferring liquids other than fuel or lubricants
The present invention relates to a method for washing a polycarbonate (PC) article, wherein the PC article is washed with an acidic concentrate containing the following components: at least one strong acid and at least one compound selected from glycolic acid, benzoic acid, bromoacetic acid, sorbic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid and caprylic acid, whereby component a) does not include any compounds from component b).
A floor finish application tool and method for applying floor finishes to a floor. Some embodiments are provided with disposable or quickly replaceable features, such as feed lines or reservoirs to eliminate the need for time consuming clean-up operations. Some embodiments are provided with a two portion hinged head having a spreading or distributing portion and a leveling portion to provide substantially uniform floor finish thickness across a floor. Some embodiments also feature an applicator pad composed of at least two different types of material. The first material is a floor finish distributing material that serves a function of substantially uniformly spreading bulk floor finish across a floor. The second material is a floor finish finishing material that is suitable for leveling the already spread floor finish.
To provide a contamination degree measurement apparatus that can find a degree of contamination adequately representing a contamination state of a measurement object such as carpet. A probe (3) detects a measurement color that is the color of a measurement surface. A main device (5) is a contamination degree measurement unit that finds the degree of contamination of the measurement surface from the measurement color by using a reference color that is the color of the reference surface corresponding to the measurement object in a non-contaminated state. The main device (5) finds the degree of contamination corresponding to a color difference between the reference color and measurement color based on a contamination degree conversion parameter representing a difference in color per unit degree of contamination. The contamination degree conversion parameter is changed according to a position of the reference color in a uniform color space. By changing the contamination degree conversion parameter, the difference in measurement results caused by the difference in color between carpets or the like is reduced, thereby identical measurement results are obtained if the color of contamination is the same.
An apparatus and method for cleaning carcasses is described and illustrated, as is a device for mixing a cleaning substance that can be used in such applications. In some embodiments, the apparatus and method utilize a multi-phase cleaning substance spraying procedure in which the cleaning substance has desired levels of chlorine dioxide and is delivered to the carcasses at desired flow rates, both of which can vary between phases of the procedure and/or at different locations of the carcasses being cleaned.
The present invention relates to a method of lubricating a conveyor belt, wherein a lubricant concentrate containing at least 0.1 wt-% of at least one free fatty acid and at least one corrosion inhibitor is employed as a dry lubricant in a dry lubrication process.
Animal carcasses are disinfected by applying to the surface of the animal carcass an acidified solution of chlorine dioxide. The chlorine dioxide solution should have a pH of about 2-3 and a concentration of 1-100 ppm. The contact time for the solution onto the carcass surface should be from about 5 seconds to about 60 seconds.
The invention relates to a method and sensing device capable of determining a temperature of a liquid and an electrical conductivity of said liquid at said temperature. The sensing device comprises at least one temperature sensor for providing temperature measurement data arranged such that said temperature sensor is physically isolated from said liquid when said sensing device is immersed in said liquid. The device further comprises an electrical conductivity sensor, storage means containing temperature characteristics and a processor. The processor is arranged for instantly measuring an electrical conductivity of a liquid and for evaluating temperature measurement data for determining the temperature of the liquid on the basis of the temperature characteristics.
A fluid delivery system for a cleaning tool. In one embodiment, the fluid delivery system includes a reservoir, a first conduit and a second conduit coupled to the reservoir and adapted to selectively dispense fluid from the reservoir, wherein an end of the second conduit is moveable relative to the first conduit to dispense fluid in a plurality of directions. In another embodiment, the fluid delivery system includes a reservoir adapted to contain at least one fluid, a first conduit coupled to the reservoir adapted to selectively dispense fluid from the reservoir, and a second conduit coupled to the reservoir adapted to selectively dispense fluid from the reservoir independent of the first conduit. In another embodiment, the fluid delivery system has a reservoir with a first and second outlet wherein the second outlet selectively dispenses fluid from the reservoir independent of the first outlet.
A method of cleaning papermaking felt (10) by applying a low concentration of a cleaning solution through the oscillating needle nozzles (14). The detergent is applied intermittently while paper is being manufactured. Each cleaning period lasts for at least the length of time required for the nozzles to cover the entire surface of the felt (10), and preferably twice that period of time. The application of cleaning solution is then discontinued for a period of time, generally equal to the time the cleaning detergent is applied to the felt (10). This cycle is repeated continuously as the paper is being manufactured. The chemistry of the cleaning solution can be changed, for example, from acidic to basic, alternately, to enhance cleaning performance.
The present invention provides an antifouling detergent composition for hard surfaces capable of imparting the material surface of bathrooms or bathtubs composed of plastic materials and also articles for bathrooms such as seats, pails, and draining boards with antifouling capability, moderating the adhesion of contamination such as soap residues, sebaceous matter, and inorganic components (scale) such as calcium and magnesium that are hard water components of tap water and well water, and easily washing and removing the adhered contamination thereof, and also provides a washing material impregnated with such a composition and washing methods using the composition and washing material. The antifouling detergent composition for hard surfaces contains: (A) 0.5 to 60 wt.% ethylene oxide - propylene oxide - ethylene oxide copolymer, (B) 0.1 to 15 wt.% surfactant, (C) 0.1 to 15 wt.% chelating agent, (D) 0.1 to 15 wt.% water-soluble solvent, and (E) water as the balance. The washing method using the antifouling detergent composition for hard surfaces or the washing material impregnated with the composition.
METHOD FOR SUPPLYING DETERGENT TO AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINE, TABLET DETERGENT COMPOSITION FOR AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINE USED THEREFOR, AND WASHING METHOD USING SAME
The present invention provides a method capable of supplying a detergent solution of a stable concentration to an automatic washing machine by using a detergent supply apparatus of inexpensive structure; a tablet detergent composition for an automatic washing machine that is used in the method and that excels in a dissolution characteristic, washing characteristic, storage characteristic and the like; and a washing method using the composition. A tablet detergent composition comprising (A) a metal salt of a saturated fatty acid, (B) a silicate, (C) an aminocarboxylic acid salt, and (D) a nonionic surfactant as essential components at specific content ratios is accommodated inside a casing of a detergent supply apparatus disposed in an automatic washing machine. Washing water or rinsing water sprayed inside the automatic washing machine is brought into contact with the tablet detergent composition, and a detergent solution of a high-concentration that has been dissolved is caused to flow into a washing tank of the automatic washing machine, and washing water of a desired concentration is prepared and supplied to wash the articles to be washed.
A device and method for measuring the concentration of chlorine dioxide within an aqueous solution. In some embodiments, the solution has suspended solids, color, and turbidity. The device includes a gas release device (34) in communication with a gas monitoring device (46). The gas release device is configured to cause the gas within the aqueous solution to transfer from the solution to an ambient gas phase. A chamber (42) captures the released ambient gas and directs the gas toward the gas monitoring device.
One aspect of the present invention relates to separating a gas, such as chlorine dioxide, from a solution. In another aspect of the invention, the separated gas is then used for the sterilization or sanitation of items, such as food, food storage containers, other food contact surfaces, medical devices, and the like. In yet another aspect of the invention, that gas is then decomposed or otherwise neutralized after contacting the item. In yet another aspect of the invention, the separated gas is dissolved or otherwise introduced into a pure solution, such as water, to form highly pure solution containing the gas.
A closure assembly for a pressurisable container (10) is presented. The closure comprises a pressurising hand pump assembly (34), a venting relief valve assembly (18) having an actuator (66), and a cap (30) supporting the pump and vent assemblies (18, 34) and being non-rotatingly fixed to the container (10) via a seal (28) by an overcap retainer (32) comprising a conically tapering form and ribs for providing a better grip.
The chemical distribution system (100) includes at least a first chamber that is fluidly coupled to a second chamber below it, which is in turn fluidly coupled to a manifold below it. In use, water and a powdered chemical are introduced into the first chamber. Liquid chemicals, however, are injected into the second chamber through multiple chemicals inlets in the second chamber. A pressure sensor fluidly coupled to the first chamber is used to accurately measure dosages of the liquid chemical. Once the accurate dosages have been determined, the powdered and/or liquid chemicals are distributed through one of multiple manifold outlets and along a single line (116(a), 116(b)) to one of multiple washing machines (102(a), 102(b)).
A combined faucet spout and diverter valve for attaching a dispensing system to a water source. In a first mode, water flows through the diverter valve to a first outlet (19) which can be a faucet outlet. In a second mode, water is diverted to a fluid conduit (13) which is fastened to a connecting member and a chemical dispenser. The connecting member provides movement of a shuttle valve (22) which directs water in the second mode to the fluid conduit.
E03C 1/02 - Plumbing installations for fresh water
F16L 37/098 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of flexible hooks
F16K 15/06 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with guided stems
The present invention relates to a method for washing a glass container comprising the steps of washing the glass container with a liquid containing a chelating agent, and controlling the concentration of the free-available chelating agent within the liquid by a colorimetric detection. The invention further relates to an apparatus for carrying out such a method and the use of such an apparatus.
The present invention discloses a Bag-in-Box packaging comprising an inner bag and a rigid outer container, the inner bag provided with a closable opening, characterized in that two adjacent walls of the container are provided with recesses, which recesses are suitable to receive an insert, the insert being suitable to define a space to accommodate a dispensing means placed into the opening of the inner bag. The insert may further be suitable to protect the inner bag from external conditions. The insert preferably is made of a rigid material. The dispensing means advantageously can be placed level with the walls of the container.
A metering and dispensing closure for a container wherein two rotatable disks rotate in conjunction with a stationary cap member to afford accurate measuring of a powder material and dispensing of it. The disks and the container cap afford a consistent measuring of the powder material, as well as provide a variety of drive members which can be utilized with the dispensing closure.
G01F 11/46 - Apparatus requiring external operation adapted at each repeated and identical operation to measure and separate a predetermined volume of fluid or fluent solid material from a supply or container, without regard to weight, and to deliver it with stationary measuring chambers having constant volume during measurement with supply or discharge valves of the rotary or oscillatory type for fluent solid material
A pressure-sensitive adhesive film that floors that is peelably attached to a floor surface, comprising: a tacky sheet having a pressure- sensitive adhesive layer for attaching to the floor surface; and an overlaminated film that is laminated directly or via another layer on an upper surface of the tacky sheet, wherein a coat layer which forms a protective coating film and comprises at least one resin from an acryl-type resin, an urethane-type resin, and a vinyl acetate-type resin is formed on an upper surface of a substrate film constituting said overlaminated film, and the protective coating film comprising a floor polish composition is formed on a surface of said pressure-sensitive adhesive film for floors after the attachment ot the floor surface.
B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
An apparatus for producing a cleaning solution. Specifically, the apparatus of some embodiments includes a reservoir for containing sodium chlorite. A disposable ion exchange cartridge is placed in fluid communication with the sodium chlorite reservoir via a conduit. The ion exchange cartridge is selectively disconnectable from fluid communication with the sodium chlorite reservoir or from the conduit. Generally, the ion exchange cartridge will be disconnected and replaced when the ion exchange materials in the cartridge are depleted or exhausted. A catalyst can also be placed in fluid communication with the sodium chlorite reservoir. The catalyst can be contained in disposable or selectively disconnectable cartridge that can be easily replaced when depleted. In another aspect of the invention, a color comparison chart is positioned adjacent a conduit to allow one to compare the color of the solution to the chart and determine the concentration of the solution.
G01N 21/29 - Colour; Spectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using visual detection
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METHOD FOR EVALUATING POTENTIAL FOR EXPOSURE TO ENZYMATIC ACTIVITY
A method is provided for evaluating potential human or animal exposure to enzymatic activity as a result of the use of enzyme-containing solutions. The method includes preparing a reactor compound comprising a component that undergoes hydrolysis upon exposure to an enzyme having enzymatic activity, and exposing the reactor compound having a cloudy appearance to an environment in which enzymatic-containing fluid comprising the enzyme is used, wherein exposure of the reactor compound to a minimum threshold volume of enzymatic-containing fluid creates a zone of clearing in the reactor compound.
A fluid diverter valve for attaching a dispensing system to a water source . In a first mode, water flows through the diverter valve to a first outlet (20) which can be a faucet outlet. In a second mode, water is diverted to a fluid conduit (38,59) which is fastened to a connecting member and a chemical dispenser. The connecting member provides movement of a shuttle valve (22) which directs water in the second mode to the fluid conduit.
F16L 37/34 - Couplings of the quick-acting type with fluid cut-off means with fluid cut-off means in each of two pipe-end fittings at least one of two lift valves being opened automatically when the coupling is applied at least one of the lift valves being of the sleeve type, i.e. a sleeve being telescoped over an inner cylindrical wall
A dilution control device and method of operating the same. The dilution control device can include a structure for dispensing concentrate and diluent fluid in a desired dilution ratio utilizing volumetric dosing. In some embodiments, diluent fluid drives a wheel or compresses a pliable concentrate bag in order to dispense concentrate in the desired ratio with the diluent fluid. In some embodiments, one or more floats can be used to drive a pump or actuate a valve to dispense concentrate at a particular rate proportional with the flow rate of the diluent fluid. In some embodiments, a rocker is responsive to the flow of diluent fluid to pump concentrate. In some embodiments, the dilution control device can be operable to automatically modulate the dispense rate of concentrate when the diluent fluid flow rate is varied in order to maintain a predetermined dilution ratio.
The present invention relates to a unit dose detergent for cleaning a hot and cold drink vending machine comprising a water-soluble capsule filled with a detergent composition, wherein the capsule has a substantially spherical shape with a largest cross-sectional dimension of 1-2.5 cm, and to a method of cleaning a hot and cold drink vending machine by dissolving said unit dose detergent in water in the water tank of the machine, and discharging the tank after dissolution.
A method for controlling Listeria in floor drains wherein an aqueous solution composed of a chlorinated caustic material which is soft metal compatible is introduced into a drain where Listeria is present. In a preferred manner, the aqueous solution is introduced into the drain employing a hose end dispensing device having a foam producing nozzle. The resulting aqueous solution has a sufficient viscosity to remain in the drain for about 30 seconds to 10 minutes.
C11D 1/24 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aromatic compounds containing ester or ether groups directly attached to the nucleus
C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
A bottle conveyor lubricant composition used for polyalkylene terephthalate containers, characterized by comprising (A) a specific chelating compound, and (B) water, and further optionally containing (C) a nonionic surfactant, (D) a water-soluble solvent, (E) a cationic surfactant, and/or (F) an anionic surfactant. Using the specific chelating compound as a main component makes it possible to obtain a bottle conveyor lubricant suitable for moving and conveying PET containers on a stainless steel conveyor. Furthermore, by adding a specific surfactant, it is possible to obtain a bottle conveyor lubricant that can be used alone to enable PET containers to be moved and conveyed not only on stainless steel conveyors but also on resin conveyors. Moreover, the composition has excellent detergency, lubricating ability, sterilizing ability, scale suppressing ability, and stress crack preventing ability, and has an excellent effect of suppressing occurrence of deposit upon being mixed with a beverage. A method of using the composition is also provided.
A device (12) and method for coupling a floor cleaning implement (14) to a floor cleaning machine (10). The device (12) and method selectively couple a floor cleaning implement (14), such as a pad or brush (18), in manner that can be easily released and connected. In one embodiment the coupling device (12) comprises a plate having a first and second channel (32) coupled to opposite edges of the plate. The channels (32) are dimensioned and configured to receive edges (16,22,24) of the cleaning implement (14). At least one channel (32) has projecting members (40) that selectively prevent the cleaning implement from leaving the channel (32). In some embodiments, the plate has a plurality of recesses (28) dimensioned and configured to selectively receive projections (26) extending from the cleaning implement (14). The projections (26) of the cleaning implement (14) only fully engage the recesses (28) of the coupling device when an actuator presses the cleaning implement (14) against a floor.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
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METHOD OF REMOVING SCALE AND ACIDIC COMPOSITION USED THEREOF
The corrosion inhibiting activity of quaternary ammonium compounds is enhanced by the addition of a carbamide, specifically urea, in particular, the aryfquinoiinium halide corrosion inhibitor's activity with respect to a galvanized surface is significantly enhanced by the addition of the urea.
C23F 14/02 - Inhibiting incrustation in apparatus for heating liquids for physical or chemical purposes by chemical means
C02F 5/00 - Softening water; Preventing scale; Adding scale preventatives or scale removers to water, e.g. adding sequestering agents
C23F 11/10 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids using organic inhibitors
C02F 5/10 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances
C23G 1/06 - Cleaning or pickling metallic material with solutions or molten salts with acid solutions using inhibitors organic inhibitors
A vacuum bag (10) attachment device and method. One embodiment provides a device for attaching a vacuum bag to a suction port of a vacuum cleaner (11), wherein the vacuum cleaner has a fixation projection (22) positioned adjacent the suction port (17). The attachment device comprises a holding plate (12) having a first aperture (15) configured and adapted to be received on the suction port of the vacuum. The holding plate also has a hinged portion (18) with a second aperture (21) positioned within the hinged portion. The hinged portion is moveable between a first position in which the hinged portion does not secure the holding plate to the vacuum and a second position in which the hinged portion secures the holding plate to the vacuum. The second aperture is configured and dimensioned to be received on the projection (22) adjacent the suction port of the vacuum cleaner when the hinged portion is in the second position.
A device and method for regulating the pressure between a floor cleaning implement (22) and a floor, wherein the floor cleaning implement (22) is coupled to a floor cleaning machine (10). The device of one embodiment comprises a cantilevered arm (28) coupled to the floor cleaning machine (10) and a sensor (30) coupled to the cantilevered arm (28) and positioned to sense deflection or other deformation of the cantilevered arm (28). An actuator (26) is coupled between the cantilevered arm (28) and cleaning implements (22). The actuator (26) is also coupled to the sensor (30) and adapted to receive signals from the sensor (30) to cause actuation of the actuator (26). When pressure other than a predetermined amount causes the cantilevered arm (28) to deform, the sensor (30) senses this deformation and cause the actuator (26) to actuate in a direction that allows the cantilevered arm (28) to return to a position in which the pressure is within the predetermined amount.
A floor cleaning machine having a speed control and steering member which operates under operator-applied deformation thereof. The invention provides improved consumer convenience at steering and/or speed control.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
B62D 1/02 - Steering controls, i.e. means for initiating a change of direction of the vehicle vehicle-mounted
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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDlNG TREATMENT CHEMICALS TO PROCESS WATER SYSTEMS
Forward osmosis is utilized to dispense chemicals into a process water system such as a cooling tower, chilled water system, boiler, or pulp and paper plant. The dispenser (10) includes a flexible pouch (14) filled with treatment chemicals (44) and an osmotic membrane (34). The dispenser is placed in the process water system. Water passing through the membrane (34) increases internal pressure, which forces chemical (44) into the process water system. The exposed surface area of the osmotic membrane (34) can be aftered to control dispensing rate. The apparatus can either utilize the chemical treatment agent as the osmotic agent, or can be divided into two separate areas utilizing a separate osmotic agent such as sodium chloride. The dispenser can be positioned in the process water system at a location where water flows onto the osmotic membrane only when the process water system is in operation.
The present invention relates to an improved squeegee assembly (30). Some embodiments of the present invention are directed to a uniquely shaped squeegee configuration that has been found to remove liquids from a floor in an efficient manner. One particular embodiment utilizes a W-shaped squeegee. Other embodiments are directed to a squeegee fixation device (38). Yet other embodiments are directed toward a squeegee orientation device (40). Some embodiments are also directed toward a lifting mechanism (88) and the connection between the squeegee assembly and the lifting mechanism.
A47L 11/30 - Floor-scrubbing machines characterised by means for taking-up dirty liquid by suction
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A method and device to insure that a particular dispensing package (18) can only be engaged into an appropriate dispensing location (14) . Specifically, the package and the dispenser have mating concentric rings (24, 30) (or portions thereof) to prevent engagement and dispensing of an inappropriate product. In one embodiment, the package (18) is provided with one or more concentric ring projections (24) (or portions thereof) and the dispenser (10) is provided with one or more matching concentric ring recesses (30) . The projections and the recesses have similar diameters to define a mating set. In some embodiments, the concentric ring projections are placed on a closure (20) , such as a cap, of the package. In alternative embodiments, the projections are placed on the dispenser and the recesses are placed on the package .
B67D 7/34 - Means for preventing unauthorised delivery of liquid
B67D 7/02 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes for transferring liquids other than fuel or lubricants
A conveyor lubricating apparatus (10) which includes a roller member (18, 18, 20, 52) to distribute a lubricant on a belt-type conveyor (12). In one embodiment, the lubricant is dispensed onto a roller which is employed to distribute the lubricant on the belt. In another embodiment, a combined dispensing and roller device distributes the lubricant on the conveyor belt.
A lubricant composition for a resin conveyor, comprising specific (A) a nonionic surfactant and (B) water and, if necessary, (C) (a) a cationic surfactant and/or (b) an amphoteric surfactant, and a method for using same. Using a specific nonionic surfactant as the main component provides excellent washing ability, lubricating ability, and stability in storage. In particular, because excellent ability to prevent stress cracking is attained, the lubricant composition for a resin conveyor can be advantageously employed for transporting PET containers. Furthermore, adding a specific cationic surfactant makes it possible to obtain a lubricant composition for a resin conveyor also demonstrating an effect of inhibiting microorganism (fungi) generation, without degrading the various original performances (effects). Furthermore, a preferred method for using those lubricant compositions for resin conveyors is also provided.
Surfactant penetrant treating solutions and their use in the manufacture of paper products. The surfactant penetrant treating solutions include two types. The first type is an enzymatic surfactant penetrant treating solution, and the second type is a defoaming surfactant penetrant treating solution. The solutions may be used to break down recyclable paper products for use as feedstock in paper manufacturing processes. The solutions may also be used to clean the internal and external components of machinery in a paper manufacturing line.
A cleaning bullet (10) for use in a pipe or track includes a compressible body (12). In one embodiment, a sheet (14) draped over the body is engageable with interior walls of the pipe or track to clean small contaminants. In another embodiment, the body is formed from an absorbent material that absorbs a fluid, such as a cleaning solution, that can clean and/or disinfect the interior walls of the pipe or track. In yet another embodiment, an alignment key (64) extends radially from a body axis for guiding the cleaning bullet in an air conveyor track.
B08B 9/055 - Cleaning the internal surfaces; Removal of blockages using cleaning devices introduced into and moved along the pipes moved along the pipes by a fluid, e.g. by fluid pressure or by suction the cleaning devices conforming to, or being conformable to, substantially the cross-section of the pipes, e.g. pigs or moles
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AUTOMATICALLY CONFIGURABLE CHEMICAL DOSING APPARATUS FOR CLEANING EQUIPMENT
A dispensing system responds to reading data stored on a container by determining a dose for a chemical stored in that container. Then each time that the chemical is to be fed into a cleaning machine, the dispensing system operates a flow control device to deliver the designated dose. Thus the dispensing system is automatically reconfigured when different concentrations of the chemical are supplied to the dispensing system. Various mechanisms for storing the data on and reading the data from the container are described.
A system (37) controls dispensing different chemicals received from containers (22, 23, 24) at a plurality of ports (26, 27, 27) . Each container has data (32) thereon that identifies the chemical within the container. The system reads (33, 34, 35) the data from each container to determine which port is associated with each chemical. When a given chemical is required, the system activates a flow control device (58, 64, 66) coupled to the port associated with that given chemical, thereby supplying the given chemical to a consuming device. Therefore regardless of into which port an operator places a particular chemical, the system automatically knows which port has which chemical and the dispensing is configured accordingly. Various mechanisms for storing the data on and reading the data from the container are described.
A multi-station dispensing apparatus (10) which affords an automatic flow rate for the product to be dispensed. It also provides a single control knob (71) which can select from several different chemical concentrates (80, 81, 82 , 83) to be diluted and dispensed. In addition, a bottle can be filled by single-handed operation as well as a bucket without the need to reset the control knob.
B67D 7/12 - Arrangements of devices for controlling, indicating, metering or registering quantity or price of liquid transferred operated by movement of delivery hose or nozzle or by devices associated therewith
B67D 7/06 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes - Details or accessories
B67D 7/34 - Means for preventing unauthorised delivery of liquid
A selector valve assembly for use in conjunction with an eductor dispensing system which reduces the incidence of product carry-over when the valve is moved from one position to another. The selector valve assembly also reduces the incidence of improper dispensing. In a preferred manner, the selector valve assembly has a single valve member and accommodates four product inlet lines for selectively passing chemical concentrate to two eductors. The selector valve assembly is composed of a minimum of ports, thereby reducing maintenance and cost.
F16K 11/076 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valves; Pipe fittings incorporating such valves; Arrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only sliding valves with pivoted closure members with sealing faces shaped as surfaces of solids of revolution
An apparatus reminds an operator of a need to change water in a reservoir (15) of a warewasher (10) . A counter that counts operating cycles of the warewasher and a sensor (49) provides signal indicating that the reservoir has been drained and refilled. A controller (22) responds to the counter having a first threshold value by activating an annunciator (34) to alert the operator that is it time to change the water. Thereafter when the counter has a greater second threshold value (X) and the controller disables operation of the warewasher until the sensor indicates that the reservoir has been drained and refilled. Thus the operator is required to change the water in order to continue using the warewasher.
A dispensing apparatus (2) for delivering fluid or liquid to a container (e.g. a bottle) (1), has a container holding device (3, 3') and fluid delivery means (30) delivering fluid to a dispensing outlet (18), under control of an actuation member (20) which causes the fluid delivery means to deliver fluid in response to movement of the actuation member from its start position. A dispensing lock (43) has a first position in which it blocks movement of the actuation member (20) from its start position, and a second position in which it permits movement of the actuation member. A release member (5) that releases the dispensing lock includes a movable release member which is moved by the container, during its insertion into the refill position, so as to release the dispensing lock by bringing the dispensing lock to said second position, thus enabling fluid to be delivered.
An eductor for mixing two liquids wherein the eductor includes a closed or non-air gap back flow prevention member. The vacuum profile of the eductor is altered by changing an opening in a passage portion to controllably divert water flow around the venturi tube or diverting the water without the opening. This affords the changing of the vacuum profile without redesigning the entire eductor.
Pitch and sticky accumulation on papermaking fabric is reduced by applying a solution or dispersion of a cationic composition to the fabric. The cationic composition includes a cationic polymer, a nonionic surfactant and an anionic surfactant and retains a net cationic charge. Preferably, this is continuously applied during the papermaking process.
D06M 15/356 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of other unsaturated compounds containing nitrogen, sulfur, silicon or phosphorus atoms
D21F 1/30 - Protecting wire-cloths from mechanical damage
The invention refers to a method for membrane filtration of a product in a membrane plant (1), containing the phases A) filtering the product with a first membrane system (2) of the membrane plant (1), B) cleaning the first membrane system (2) by a multi-step cleaning procedure including at least one rinsing-step with water and at least one cleaning step with a cleaning solution, resulting in at least one contaminated cleaning solution, C) filtering the at least one contaminated cleaning solution with a second membrane system (9), resulting in a recovered cleaning solution and D) using the recovered cleaning solution in a cleaning step of phase B).
Non-slipping wheel (1) comprising an elastomer layer (3) which covers at least the radially outer part of the wheel, characterized in that the elastomer layer has been provided with bubbles which are continuously torn open during use of the wheel thereby generating a suction effect. The buttles can be provided by foaming the elastomer. The elastomer can be polyurethane, and the wheel can further comprise an inner core layer (2) of a different material which is elastic, e.g., rubber. The wheel is particularly useful for floor cleaning machines: due to their use on ground which is covered by a cleaning solution, the wheels face traction problems - on the other hand, the wheels should not leave additional residues or markings on the floor.
Some embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for dispensing soap from a soap container. Some embodiments are directed to the entire dispensing assembly. Other embodiments are directed toward certain components of the dispensing assembly, such as pivot assemblies, soap containers and soap container housings, and the like. Some components of the present invention are particularly directed toward features that allow of easier operation and maintenance of a soap dispensing assembly.
A method of washing ware in an automatic institutional warewashing machine, using a cleaning composition containing a surfactant which eliminates the need for a surfactant in the rinse step. A surfactant is employed in the wash step in an amount not to exceed 15 wt% based on weight of the detergent. The amount of surfactant is sufficient to provide a layer of surfactant on the ware so as to afford a sheeting action in an aqueous rinse step without any added rinse agent.
Water slider for a floor cleaning machine 1, comprising a sliding unit 2 located in front of the brush unit 5 of the machine, characterized by actuating means 3, 6, 13; 3, 6', 11, 12; 3, 6, 7; 3, 6, 7'; 3, 6, 7'; 3, 6', 10; 3, 6', 10'; 3, 6', 10' for raising and lowering the sliding unit. The actuation of the water slider can be obtained in several ways: automatically via an actuating bar 3 which connects the sliding unit to the driving wheels of the machine mechanically and which raises / lowers the sliding unit on a forward / backward movement of the wheels; intuitively via a mechanical connection of the bar 3 to the steering handle 8 via a negative gear transmission; manually via an actuating lever 7; 7'; 7'; or by a powered mechanism 10; 10'; 10' which is steered by the electronics of the machine and which raises / lowers the water slider when the machine is moved forward / backward.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 11/293 - Floor-scrubbing machines characterised by means for taking-up dirty liquid having rotary tools the tools being disc brushes
A47L 11/30 - Floor-scrubbing machines characterised by means for taking-up dirty liquid by suction
Prior to adding detergent or chelant, the conductivity of water in a washing chamber is measured. The maximum concentration of hard water ions that could correspond to the 5 measured conductivity is determined, i.e., it is assumed that all of the conductivity is from calcium and/or magnesium ions in the water even though other ions may in fact be contributing to the measured conductivity. Enough chelating agent is added to the chamber to sequester this maximum concentration of hard water ions and the conductivity is measured again. Using the two conductivity measurements, the actual concentration of hard water ions 0 is determined. A chelant factor based on the actual concentration of hard water ions is then used to determine the amount of chelant to be added for subsequent wash cycles to sequester all of the hard water ions.
C02F 5/12 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances containing nitrogen
The invention relates to a self-contained and wireless monitoring device (10) for use in a washing machine (1) to indicate shortage of detergent in said washing machine. The monitoring device comprises a sensor (13) arranged to monitor detergent concentration in washing liquid (5) of said washing machine and to provide an alarm signal (A) when said monitored detergent concentration is below a target value. The monitoring device is capable of floating in said washing liquid and comprises signaling means (11) for indicating said shortage of detergent in response to said alarm signal. The invention further relates to a package containing such a monitoring device and a method for indicating shortage of detergent.
A47L 15/42 - Washing or rinsing machines for crockery or table-ware - Details
D06F 39/00 - LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES - Details of washing machines not specific to a single type of machines covered by groups
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A METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING AND DISPENSING A CLEANING SOLUTION
A method and apparatus for producing and dispensing a cleaning solution. The cleaning solution is produced by reacting chemicals within a dispensing apparatus. In one embodiment, the dispensing apparatus has a conduit containing a catalyst or reactant. As a precursor passes through the conduit, it reacts to form a cleaning solution. The cleaning solution is then stored in a tank prior to being dispensed. In another embodiment, the dispensing apparatus has a first portion containing a precursor used to produce the cleaning solution and a second portion containing one or more reactants or a catalyst used to produce the cleaning solution. During the dispensing operation, the contents of the first portion contact the contents of the second portion, which cause a chemical reaction to produce the cleaning solution. In some embodiments, one or more portions of the dispensing apparatus are placed on a mobile platform. Prerably chlorine dioxide is produced on cleaning solution.
The present invention relates to a lubricant concentrate containing the following components (i) at least one amine, (ii) at least one phosphate according to the general formula (I), (iii) at least one acid, (iv) optionally at least one ether carboxylic acid compounds with the general formula (II): R20-(O(CH2)m)nOCH2COO-M+, (v) optionally at least one further aid or additive.
A kitchenware washing apparatus having an improved scrap accumulator. The scrap accumulator is composed of a molded plastic material to provide efficient drainage and secure retention in the kitchenware washing apparatus. The scrap accumulator is produced at a lower cost than one made of metal.
Some aspects of the present invention are related to a mop and/or mop head that allows larger debris to pass over at least a portion of the mop head and into a receptacle of the mop head. In some embodiments, the mop head and the receptacle are integrally formed. The mop has debris collecting material coupled to the mop head to collect dust, dirt, and other relatively small debris as the mop moves over a floor. In one particular embodiment, the debris collecting material is a non-woven material. The debris collecting material of the mop can be connected to the mop many different ways. However, in some embodiments, the material is connected via several projections extending from a top surface of the mop head. The projections pass through apertures in the dust collecting material.
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