A thermally stable, solid sulfite-based treatment composition for treating water systems, particularly heated water systems, to reduce corrosion. A treatment composition comprises (1) a sulfite salt that may provide at least 50% weight active sulfite and (2) a second inorganic salt hydrate that may have a melting point of 45 °C or higher. The treatment composition does not physically degrade or experience melting when stored at temperatures of 35 °C -40 °C. The treatment composition is made by mixing water and a sulfite salt at an elevated temperature, then adding a second inorganic salt while maintaining the elevated temperature until a homogenous mixture is formed, then pouring the mixture in a mold and allowing it to cure at room temperature. A preferred sulfite salt is sodium metabisulfite. A preferred second inorganic salt is dipotassium phosphate.
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Solid Molded Sulfite-Based Oxygen Scavenger Composition and Method of Manufacutre
A thermally stable, solid sulfite-based treatment composition for treating water systems, particularly heated water systems, to reduce corrosion. A treatment composition comprises (1) a sulfite salt that may provide at least 50% weight active sulfite and (2) a second inorganic salt hydrate that may have a melting point of 45° C. or higher. The treatment composition does not physically degrade or experience melting when stored at temperatures of 35° C.-40° C. The treatment composition is made by mixing water and a sulfite salt at an elevated temperature, then adding a second inorganic salt while maintaining the elevated temperature until a homogenous mixture is formed, then pouring the mixture in a mold and allowing it to cure at room temperature. A preferred sulfite salt is sodium metabisulfite. A preferred second inorganic salt is dipotassium phosphate.
C23F 11/18 - 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 inorganic inhibitors
A composition and method for reducing odors and cleaning packing media and other components in a wet air scrubber using nonionic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, and a source of humic acid. Preferred nonionic surfactants include regular and low foam nonionic surfactants. The source of humic acid is preferably organic peat humus. The treatment composition is added to water in the wet scrubber at a concentration of 50-1000 ppm. The treatment composition is a premixed composition in a single container, making it unnecessary to separately add ingredients to the water. The treatment composition is effective at reducing odors by at least 50% compared to no treatment. The treatment composition is also effective at significantly reducing foam levels, making it unnecessary to add a separate defoamer to the water being treated. The treatment composition does not need to use defoamers, enzymes, oxidizers, chlorine compounds, or strong acids to be effective.
(1) Waste water purification units
(2) Waste water and bacterial treatment units, namely, waste water treatment tanks; waste water treatment apparatus for using microbial fermentation to deliver safe bacteria
A system and method for reclaiming and treating groundwater collected from an underground level of a structure or building site to supply non-potable water to an end use system, such as an irrigation system, a pond, an equipment washing system, a cooling system, or a heating system. Groundwater seeps into such underground levels and has to be pumped out to prevent flooding the structure. Normally, this groundwater is discharged as a waste stream but can be treated for non-potable use using an three-stage treatment system comprising an ultrafiltration system, a water softener system, and a reverse osmosis system. The water softener system may be used or bypassed depending on acceptable TDS levels in the end use system and the TDS level of the reclaimed groundwater. Use of the system and method can save millions of gallons of groundwater per year per building site from being wasted.
An extremely rheopectic sulfonate-based grease composition and method comprising adding overbased calcium sulfonate, overbased magnesium sulfonate, and a facilitating acid, using a particular type of overbased calcium sulfonate and/or methods for adding overbased calcium sulfonate relative to the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid to favor the reaction between the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid. A preferred overbased calcium sulfonate comprises benzene rings having multiple alkyl groups. Preferred methods comprise (1) adding all calcium sulfonate after adding the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid, (2) adding a first portion of calcium sulfonate with the magnesium sulfonate before adding the facilitating acid and a second portion of calcium sulfonate after the facilitating acid, and/or (3) one or more calcium sulfonate delay periods relative to adding the facilitating acid. The extremely rheopectic grease is fluid and pourable and only takes on a grease structure after milling or shearing.
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 105/80 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a non-macromolecular organic compound containing atoms of elements not provided for in groups
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C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
C10N 50/10 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated semi-solidForm in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated greasy
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GROUNDWATER TREATMENT FOR NON-POTABLE USE
A system and method for reclaiming and treating groundwater collected from an underground level of a structure or building site to supply non- potable water to an end use system, such as an irrigation system, a pond, an equipment washing system, a cooling system, or a heating system. Groundwater seeps into such underground levels and has to be pumped out to prevent flooding the structure. Normally, this groundwater is discharged as a waste stream but can be treated for non-potable use using an three-stage treatment system comprising an ultrafiltration system, a water softener system, and a reverse osmosis system. The water softener system may be used or bypassed depending on acceptable TDS levels in the end use system and the TDS level of the reclaimed groundwater. Use of the system and method can save millions of gallons of groundwater per year per building site from being wasted.
A spore germination composition and method to produce a bioaugmentation solution that is added to an anaerobic digester or partially aerobic digester to increase biogas production. A nutrient-germinant composition comprises L-amino acids a phosphate buffer, an industrial preservative, and an optional source of potassium. The composition and spores of one or more Bacillus species are heated to a preferred elevated temperature range of 35°C to 60°C for an incubation period of around 20 to 60 minutes to form a bioaugmentation solution that is dispensed to the digester, preferably to the hydrolysis stage of the digester. A dose of bioaugmentation solution is added to the digester around once per day in an amount to provide at least 1000 CFU per mL of the full volume capacity of the digester, which can increase methane production by around 5 to 10% over operation of the digester without the bioaugmentation solution.
A spore germination composition and method to produce a bioaugmentation solution that is added to an anaerobic digester or partially aerobic digester to increase biogas production. A nutrient-germinant composition comprises L-amino acids a phosphate buffer, an industrial preservative, and an optional source of potassium. The composition and spores of one or more Bacillus species are heated to a preferred elevated temperature range of 35° C. to 60° C. for an incubation period of around 20 to 60 minutes to form a bioaugmentation solution that is dispensed to the digester, preferably to the hydrolysis stage of the digester. A dose of bioaugmentation solution is added to the digester around once per day in an amount to provide at least 1000 CFU per mL of the full volume capacity of the digester, which can increase methane production by around 5 to 10% over operation of the digester without the bioaugmentation solution.
A system and method for monitoring disinfectant levels in non- human animal drinking water using ORP and optionally pH measurements and adding disinfectant or pH adjusting agents as needed, Sensors obtain measurements of the water upstream of a point of consumption and a controller compares measurements to predetermined thresholds, ranges, or previous measurements to determine if the disinfectant and optionally pH levels are within a desired range or above or below a desired minimum or a desired maximum value. A disinfectant dosing system preferably automatically adds disinfectant to the supply line based on the measurement comparison. A flow switch preferably keeps the system from activating disinfectant addition when water in the supply line is static (non-flowing). An alert is preferably triggered when a measurement indicates the disinfectant level is too low or too high or when a volume of disinfectant in the dosing system is below a predetermined volume threshold.
A system and method for monitoring disinfectant levels in non-human animal drinking water using ORP and optionally pH measurements and adding disinfectant or pH adjusting agents as needed. Sensors obtain measurements of the water upstream of a point of consumption and a controller compares measurements to predetermined thresholds, ranges, or previous measurements to determine if the disinfectant and optionally pH levels are within a desired range or above or below a desired minimum or a desired maximum value. A disinfectant dosing system preferably automatically adds disinfectant to the supply line based on the measurement comparison. A flow switch preferably keeps the system from activating disinfectant addition when water in the supply line is static (non-flowing). An alert is preferably triggered when a measurement indicates the disinfectant level is too low or too high or when a volume of disinfectant in the dosing system is below a predetermined volume threshold.
A system and method for monitoring or detecting a level of biofilm growth in a fluid system and controlling operating parameters of the fluid system based a measured level of growth. The monitoring system and method comprises a dye injection system for periodically injecting dye into a portion of fluid from the fluid system, passing the portion of fluid though a narrow lumen tube to achieve laminar flow and using a light source and optical sensor to detect a transmission or emission indicating a level of biofilm growth in the tube corresponding to a level of growth on components in the fluid system. Information based upon the measurements or calculations made by the monitoring system may be used to manually or automatically alter various operating parameters to control the fluid system and aid in maintaining stable operation of the fluid system within preferred specifications.
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Bacillus spores, and a food or beverage product may be pre-mixed in any combination. Water is added to the mixture and heated to a temperature range of 42 to 100° C. to germinate the probiotic spores prior to being consumed.
A quick release corrosion coupon holder system comprising a shaft and a clip configured to pivot between open and closed positions to securely hold an end of a corrosion coupon. Preferably, no nuts, bolts, or removable parts are required to install or remove a coupon from the holder. Preferably a spring is disposed between the shaft and clip with one or more attached legs or a separate pin configured to secure the clip to the shaft and act as a fulcrum. An optional inwardly extending projection may be inserted through an aperture on the coupon. An optional spacer creates a gap between the shaft and clip to accommodate the thickness of a coupon. Preferably a lip and shoulder pair on the clip and an opposing lip and shoulder pair on the shaft contact front and back surfaces of the coupon, limiting contact surface area between the holder and coupon.
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A quick release corrosion coupon holder system comprising a shaft and a clip configured to pivot between open and closed positions to securely hold an end of a corrosion coupon. Preferably, no nuts, bolts, or removable parts are required to install or remove a coupon from the holder. Preferably a spring is disposed between the shaft and clip with one or more attached legs or a separate pin configured to secure the clip to the shaft and act as a fulcrum. An optional inwardly extending projection may be inserted through an aperture on the coupon. An optional spacer creates a gap between the shaft and clip to accommodate the thickness of a coupon. Preferably a lip and shoulder pair on the clip and an opposing lip and shoulder pair on the shaft contact front and back surfaces of the coupon, limiting contact surface area between the holder and coupon.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
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(1) Chemicals used in the treatment of boiler water, in the treatment of open re-circulating cooling systems, in the treatment of closed re-circulating cooling water systems, and in the treatment of closed re-circulating hot water systems
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Composition and method of manufacturing calcium magnesium sulfonate greases
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising (1) addition of both overbased calcium sulfonate and overbased magnesium sulfonate in a ratio range of 60:40 to 100:1, with the magnesium sulfonate added all at once, a portion prior to conversion and another portion after conversion, and/or one more delay periods between the addition of water or other reactive ingredient and the addition of magnesium sulfonate; (2) one or more delay periods between the addition of at least a portion of a facilitating acid and at least a portion of the next subsequently added ingredient; (3) no conventional non-aqueous converting agents added prior to conversion; or (4) a combination thereof. The grease has a high dropping point and reduced thickener yield.
C10M 115/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular organic compound other than a carboxylic acid or salt thereof containing sulfur
C10N 50/10 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated semi-solidForm in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated greasy
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING A SINGLE-SERVE NUTRIENT SPORE COMPOSITION FOR SMALL SCALE FARM APPLICATIONS
BacillusBacillus spores in a pre-measured filter packet. The method comprises adding a small amount of hot water in a temperature range of 60°C to 80°C to the filter packet for an incubation period of around 2 to 60 minutes to form an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to a farm application. A drip-style coffee maker or similar system may be used to add hot water to the filter packet. The incubated bacteria solution is dispensed to animal drinking water, plants/crops, or an aquaculture pond.
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A urinal and pipe cleaning composition and automated dispensing system and method. The composition preferably comprises urea hydrochloride, a thickener, optionally one or more surfactants, and optionally fragrance. Preferably, the surfactants comprise cocamidopropyl betaine and one or more ethoxylated alcohols. The composition preferably has a viscosity allowing it to be dispensed from an automated dispenser and to coat the surfaces to be cleaned to allow sufficient contact time to dissolve accumulated salts and remove stains. A predetermined dose of the composition is dispensed at predetermined time intervals. Different dose amounts and time intervals may be used depending on the level of usage of the urinal, the amount of salt scale, and level of staining.
A urinal and pipe cleaning composition and automated dispensing system and method. The composition preferably comprises urea hydrochloride, a thickener, optionally one or more surfactants, and optionally fragrance. Preferably, the surfactants comprise cocamidopropyl betaine and one or more ethoxylated alcohols. The composition preferably has a viscosity allowing it to be dispensed from an automated dispenser and to coat the surfaces to be cleaned to allow sufficient contact time to dissolve accumulated salts and remove stains. A predetermined dose of the composition is dispensed at predetermined time intervals. Different dose amounts and time intervals may be used depending on the level of usage of the urinal, the amount of salt scale, and level of staining.
An extremely rheopectic sulfonate-based grease composition and method comprising adding overbased calcium sulfonate, overbased magnesium sulfonate, and a facilitating acid, using a particular type of overbased calcium sulfonate and/or methods for adding overbased calcium sulfonate relative to the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid to favor the reaction between the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid. A preferred overbased calcium sulfonate comprises benzene rings having multiple alkyl groups. Preferred methods comprise (1) adding all calcium sulfonate after adding the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid, (2) adding a first portion of calcium sulfonate with the magnesium sulfonate before adding the facilitating acid and a second portion of calcium sulfonate after the facilitating acid, and/or (3) one or more calcium sulfonate delay periods relative to adding the facilitating acid. The extremely rheopectic grease is fluid and pourable and only takes on a grease structure after milling or shearing.
Bacillus spores, and optionally a food or beverage product, which are mixed or pre-mixed in any combination. A nutrient-germinant composition comprises one or more L-amino acids, optionally a source of potassium ions, and optionally one or more buffers, if the source of potassium ions is not also a buffer. A method of activating the spores comprises heating the probiotic composition or food or beverage containing the probiotic composition to a temperature range of around 42° C.-100° C., more preferably 70° C.-85° C. prior to being administered to ingested. Dosing the probiotic composition at around 1 to 4 grams per day over a treatment cycle can reduce indicators of inflammation by at least 10-20% or more.
Various examples are provided for systems and apparatus for separation of particulate matter from fluid. In one example, an apparatus has a first wall and a second wall connected to and separated by an end edge wall and one or more side edge walls. The first wall has a fluid outlet. The apparatus has a separation chamber with a volume defined by the first wall, the second wall, the end edge wall, and the one or more side edge walls. Each of the side edge walls extends from a respective end of the end edge wall. The side edge walls taper from the end edge wall to a fluid exchange port, to guide contaminants or other particulate matter out the fluid exchange port.
An extremely rheopectic sulfonate-based grease composition and method comprising adding overbased calcium sulfonate, overbased magnesium sulfonate, and a facilitating acid, using a particular type of overbased calcium sulfonate and/or methods for adding overbased calcium sulfonate relative to the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid to favor the reaction between the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid. A preferred overbased calcium sulfonate comprises benzene rings having multiple alkyl groups. Preferred methods comprise (1) adding all calcium sulfonate after adding the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid, (2) adding a first portion of calcium sulfonate with the magnesium sulfonate before adding the facilitating acid and a second portion of calcium sulfonate after the facilitating acid, and/or (3) one or more calcium sulfonate delay periods relative to adding the facilitating acid. The extremely rheopectic grease is fluid and pourable and only takes on a grease structure after milling or shearing.
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
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C10M 171/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by purely physical criteria, e.g. containing as base-material, thickener or additive, ingredients which are characterised exclusively by their numerically specified physical properties, i.e. containing ingredients which are physically well defined but for which the chemical nature is either unspecified or only very vaguely indicated
C10N 50/10 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated semi-solidForm in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated greasy
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COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF USING GERMINATIVE COMPOUNDS IN PROBIOTICS FOR INFLAMMATION REDUCTION IN HUMANS
A probiotic composition and method for activating probiotic spores for consumption by a human to reduce inflammation in or treat inflammatory conditions in the gut. A probiotic composition comprises a nutrient-germ inant composition, one or more species of Bacillus spores, and optionally a food or beverage product, which are mixed or pre-mixed in any combination. A nutrient-germ inant composition comprises one or more L-amino acids, optionally a source of potassium ions, and optionally one or more buffers, if the source of potassium ions is not also a buffer. A method of activating the spores comprises heating the probiotic composition or food or beverage containing the probiotic composition to a temperature range of around 42°C-100°C, more preferably 70°C-85°C prior to being administered to ingested. Dosing the probiotic composition at around 1 to 4 grams per day over a treatment cycle can reduce indicators of inflammation by at least 10-20 % or more.
Bacillus spores in a pre-measured filter packet. The method comprises adding a small amount of hot water in a temperature range of 60° C. to 80° C. to the filter packet for an incubation period of around 2 to 60 minutes to form an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to a farm application. A drip-style coffee maker or similar system may be used to add hot water to the filter packet. The incubated bacteria solution is dispensed to animal drinking water, plants/crops, or an aquaculture pond.
Disclosed are various embodiments of a drum treatment assembly that is configured to remote waste fluid contained within a drum. In one example, among other, drum treatment assembly includes a drum lid with an aperture and a treatment assembly that is suspended from the aperture in the drum lid. The treatment assembly can include a motor enclosure for a motor and a motor coupler. The treatment assembly can also include a skimmer assembly that is attached to the motor coupler. The skimmer assembly can include a belt system for moving a belt along a longitudinal axis of a drum and a trough. The trough can comprise a belt scraper and a trough aperture, in which the belt scraper is configured to remove waste attached to the belt. The trough aperture is configured to connect to a drainage tube for draining the waste out of the drum.
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Waste water purification units; waste water and bacterial treatment units, namely, waste water treatment tanks; waste water treatment apparatus for using microbial fermentation to deliver safe bacteria.
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Electronic apparatus in the nature of equipment used in the monitoring and treatment of aqueous systems, namely, to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into hot and cold water treatment systems.
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Electronic apparatus in the nature of equipment used in the monitoring and treatment of aqueous systems, namely, to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into hot and cold water treatment systems.
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(1) Electronic apparatus in the nature of equipment used in the monitoring and treatment of aqueous systems, namely, to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into hot and cold water treatment systems
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(1) Electronic apparatus in the nature of equipment used in the monitoring and treatment of aqueous systems, namely, to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into hot and cold water treatment systems
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Composition and method for removing a coating from a surface
A stripping composition and method for removing a coating, such as a water-based or oil-based paint or stain, from a surface without requiring the use of methylene chloride. The stripping composition preferably comprises at least one ether, at least one ester, at least one amine, at least one alcohol, and at least one glycoside and does not contain any methylene chloride. Preferred ingredients comprise 1,3 dioxolane, acetic acid methyl ester or a carbonate ester or both, MEA (2-aminoethanol), benzene methanol, an alkyl polyglucoside, and methylcellulose. The stripping composition is applied to a coating for a period of time between 5-10 minutes for most water and oil-based coatings and 20-90 minutes for most epoxy coatings to effectively remove at least 80% and preferably at least 90% of the coating.
Bacillus species) or they may be separately combined for germination. The incubation method comprises heating a nutrient germinant composition and bacteria spores, to a temperature range of 35° C. to 60° C. for around 2 to 60 minutes to produce an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to the aquaculture application.
Bacillus spores, and a food or beverage product may be pre-mixed in any combination. Water is added to the mixture and heated to a temperature range of 42 to 100° C. to germinate the probiotic spores prior to being consumed.
A system and method for monitoring or detecting a level of biofilm growth in a fluid system and controlling operating parameters of the fluid system based a measured level of growth. The monitoring system and method comprises a dye injection system for periodically injecting dye into a portion of fluid from the fluid system, passing the portion of fluid though a narrow lumen tube to achieve laminar flow and using a light source and optical sensor to detect a transmission or emission indicating a level of biofilm growth in the tube corresponding to a level of growth on components in the fluid system. Information based upon the measurements or calculations made by the monitoring system may be used to manually or automatically alter various operating parameters to control the fluid system and aid in maintaining stable operation of the fluid system within preferred specifications.
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F17D 1/08 - Pipe-line systems for liquids or viscous products
Bacillus species, and heating to a preferred elevated temperature range of 41° C. to 44° C. for an incubation period of around 2 to 60 minutes. The nutrient-germinant composition is preferably in a concentrated liquid form that is diluted just prior to initiating the germination/incubation method at the point of use. The method may also include dispensing a germinated spore solution to a point-of-use/consumption, such as animal feed, water, or bedding, or a wastewater system or drain.
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising the addition of one or more glycerol derivatives. The glycerol derivative acts to optimally disperse the thickener in the grease such that the conventional step of milling the grease may not be needed. The glycerol derivative reacts with water to form in-situ complexing acids, which may replace at least some of the normally used complexing acids for reacting with calcium containing bases. The greases according to preferred embodiments have a high dropping point, improved thickener yield, and faster conversion time.
C10M 115/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular organic compound other than a carboxylic acid or salt thereof containing sulfur
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COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SULFONATE-BASED GREASES USING A GLYCEROL DERIVATIVE
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising the addition of one or more glycerol derivatives. The glycerol derivative acts to optimally disperse the thickener in the grease such that the conventional step of milling the grease may not be needed. The glycerol derivative reacts with water to form in-situ complexing acids, which may replace at least some of the normally used complexing acids for reacting with calcium containing bases. The greases according to preferred embodiments have a high dropping point, improved thickener yield, and faster conversion time.
C10M 115/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular organic compound other than a carboxylic acid or salt thereof containing sulfur
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Composition and Method of Manufacturing Sulfonate-Based Greases Using a Glycerol Derivative
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising the addition of one or more glycerol derivatives. The glycerol derivative acts to optimally disperse the thickener in the grease such that the conventional step of milling the grease may not be needed. The glycerol derivative reacts with water to form in-situ complexing acids, which may replace at least some of the normally used complexing acids for reacting with calcium containing bases. The greases according to preferred embodiments have a high dropping point, improved thickener yield, and faster conversion time.
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C10M 141/02 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being an organic oxygen-containing compound
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Composition and method of manufacturing calcium magnesium sulfonate greases
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising (1) addition of both overbased calcium sulfonate and overbased magnesium sulfonate in a ratio range of 60:40 to 100:1, with the magnesium sulfonate added all at once, a portion prior to conversion and another portion after conversion, and/or one more delay periods between the addition of water or other reactive ingredient and the addition of magnesium sulfonate; (2) one or more delay periods between the addition of at least a portion of a facilitating acid and at least a portion of the next subsequently added ingredient; (3) no conventional non-aqueous converting agents added prior to conversion; or (4) a combination thereof. The grease has a high dropping point and reduced thickener yield.
C10M 115/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular organic compound other than a carboxylic acid or salt thereof containing sulfur
C10N 50/10 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated semi-solidForm in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated greasy
A pry bar assembly includes a plate that is elongated and has a first end, a second end, a first lateral edge, a second lateral edge, an upper surface and a lower surface. The plate includes a claw section, a chisel section and a middle section positioned therebetween. The claw section includes the first end and a rounded heel. The claw section includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is attached to the middle section and curves upwardly and away from the middle section in a semi- cylindrical shape to form the rounded heel. The second portion extends downwardly from the first portion. The chisel section is angled upwardly from the middle section. The upper surface has an elongated crest therein that is spaced from the first and second lateral edges and extends along a length of the middle section and into the chisel section.
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A pry bar assembly includes a plate that is elongated and has a first end, a second end, a first lateral edge, a second lateral edge, an upper surface and a lower surface. The plate includes a claw section, a chisel section and a middle section positioned therebetween. The claw section includes the first end and a rounded heel. The claw section includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is attached to the middle section and curves upwardly and away from the middle section in a semi- cylindrical shape to form the rounded heel. The second portion extends downwardly from the first portion. The chisel section is angled upwardly from the middle section. The upper surface has an elongated crest therein that is spaced from the first and second lateral edges and extends along a length of the middle section and into the chisel section.
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B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
Bacillus species) or they may be separately combined for incubation. A first chemical contained in a pouch is activated by contact with a second chemical, water, or air in a flameless heater to initiate exothermic reaction to provide incubation heat. A potable, single-use incubation bag is configured to hold the flameless heater and a container of nutrient germinant composition and spores.
BacillusBacillus species) or they may be separately combined for incubation. A first chemical contained in a pouch is activated by contact with a second chemical, water, or air in a flameless heater to initiate exothermic reaction to provide incubation heat. A potable, single-use incubation bag is configured to hold the flameless heater and a container of nutrient germinant composition and spores.
A composition and method of inhibiting corrosion and white rust on metal components in a water system. The composition preferably comprises an amino-acid based polymer (most preferably a polyaspartic acid or a salt thereof), hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a second phosphonic acid (preferably a phosphonocarboxylic acid), and does not require the use of regulated metals. The composition is effective even in the presence of biocides. A preferred method of inhibiting white rust comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer or hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid or both to the water system. A preferred method of inhibiting corrosion or white rust comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer, hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a phosphonocarboxylic acid to the water system. Preferably the active concentrations are at least 3 ppm each of the amino-acid based polymer and hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid when added to a volume of water in the water system.
C02F 5/14 - 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 phosphorus
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
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
A method for improving the quality of pond water used in aquaculture applications by adding to the pond water active bacteria that are preferably germinated from spores on site using a nutrient-germinant composition and an incubation method for increased spore germination efficiency, in combination with a nitrification enhancement agent such as calcium carbonate or calcified seaweed, and an optional reaction surface area modifier such as calcified seaweed or plastic or metal particles or fragments. The nutrient-germinant composition comprises L-amino acids, D-glucose and/ or D-fructose, a phosphate buffer, an industrial preservative, and may include bacteria spores (preferably of one or more Bacillus species) or they may be separately combined for germination. The incubation method comprises heating a nutrient germinant composition and bacteria spores, to a temperature range of 35°C to 60°C for around 2 to 60 minutes to produce an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to the aquaculture application.
A01K 61/13 - Prevention or treatment of fish diseases
A01K 63/04 - Arrangements for treating water specially adapted to receptacles for live fish
C02F 3/34 - Biological treatment of water, waste water, or sewage characterised by the microorganisms used
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED CONTROL, FEED, DELIVERY VERIFICATION, AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT OF CORROSION AND SCALE TREATMENT PRODUCTS FOR WATER SYSTEMS
A system and method of controlling the treatment of water systems comprises multiple feeders for separately feeding treatment products, in the form of concentrated, non-hazardous, liquids with a single active ingredient, to a water system to treat various issues, such as corrosion and biofilms. A sensor verifies delivery of the treatment product to the water system. A controller controls activation of each feeder to control a feed rate according to programmed functions. The controller receives signals from sensors, which can be used as inputs in calculating feed rates or feeder activation times according to the programed functions and can alter treatment product feed rates based on real time data regarding water system chemistry or flow rates. The controller can send and receive data, signals, alerts, alarms or changes in programming to or from remote users, remote computers, or a water system controller.
C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group Thio-analogues thereof
A01N 61/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing substances of unknown or undetermined composition, e.g. substances characterised only by the mode of action
A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
C02F 1/50 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by addition or application of a germicide or by oligodynamic treatment
C02F 1/68 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by addition of specified substances, e.g. trace elements, for ameliorating potable water
C02F 5/00 - Softening waterPreventing scaleAdding scale preventatives or scale removers to water, e.g. adding sequestering agents
C23F 11/00 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED CONTROL, FEED, DELIVERY VERIFICATION, AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT OF CORROSION AND SCALE TREATMENT PRODUCTS FOR WATER SYSTEMS
A system and method of controlling the treatment of water systems comprises multiple feeders for separately feeding treatment products, in the form of concentrated, non-hazardous, liquids with a single active ingredient, to a water system to treat various issues, such as corrosion and biofilms. A sensor verifies delivery of the treatment product to the water system. A controller controls activation of each feeder to control a feed rate according to programmed functions. The controller receives signals from sensors, which can be used as inputs in calculating feed rates or feeder activation times according to the programed functions and can alter treatment product feed rates based on real time data regarding water system chemistry or flow rates. The controller can send and receive data, signals, alerts, alarms or changes in programming to or from remote users, remote computers, or a water system controller.
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group Thio-analogues thereof
A method for improving the quality of pond water used in aquaculture applications by adding to the pond water active bacteria that are preferably germinated from spores on site using a nutrient-germinant composition and an incubation method for increased spore germination efficiency, in combination with a nitrification enhancement agent such as calcium carbonate or calcified seaweed, and an optional reaction surface area modifier such as calcified seaweed or plastic or metal particles or fragments. The nutrient-germinant composition comprises L-amino acids, D-glucose and/ or D-fructose, a phosphate buffer, an industrial preservative, and may include bacteria spores (preferably of one or more Bacillus species) or they may be separately combined for germination. The incubation method comprises heating a nutrient germinant composition and bacteria spores, to a temperature range of 35°C to 60°C for around 2 to 60 minutes to produce an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to the aquaculture application.
Water treatment units for treatment using electricity, to be used in the treatment of aqueous systems to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into cooling, boiler and closed water treatment systems.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
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Chemicals, namely, chemicals used for treatment of boiler water, treatment of open re-circulating cooling systems, treatment of closed re-circulating cooling water systems, treatment of closed re-circulating hot water systems, treatment of waste water effluent, and treatment of potable water.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
(1) Chemicals for the treatment of cooling water systems (1) Application of chemicals for the purpose of maintenance of industrial and institutional cooling water systems, and application of chemicals for use in cleaning and maintenance of water filtration systems and drain systems for industrial and residential consumers.
(2) Analysis of water to measure biological and environmental data for commercial purposes; analysis of water to measure biological and environmental data for scientific purposes; analyzing of public drinking water and public wastewater to measure biological and environmental data for quality control purposes.
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Calcium hydroxyapatite based calcium sulfonate grease compositions and method of manufacture
An overbased calcium sulfonate grease composition comprising a reduced amount of overbased calcium sulfonate, calcium hydroxyapatite, base oil, one or more converting agents, and one or more complexing acids if a complex grease is desired. The calcium sulfonate grease composition improves thickener yield and expected high temperature utility as demonstrated by dropping point. A method of making the composition comprising the steps of mixing the calcium sulfonate and base oil, adding the calcium carbonate either before or after conversion, adding one or more converting agents, and adding one or more complexing acids. All or a portion of one or more of the complexing acids may be added with or prior to the one or more converting agents.
C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
C10M 163/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of a compound of unknown or incompletely defined constitution and a non-macromolecular compound, each of these compounds being essential
C10M 169/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by containing as components a mixture of at least two types of ingredient selected from base-materials, thickeners or additives, covered by the preceding groups, each of these compounds being essential
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 169/06 - Mixtures of thickeners and additives
C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
C10M 125/24 - Compounds containing phosphorus, arsenic or antimony
C10N 50/10 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated semi-solidForm in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated greasy
A sulfonate-based grease composition and method of manufacture comprising (1) addition of both overbased calcium sulfonate and overbased magnesium sulfonate in a ratio range of 60:40 to 100:1, with the magnesium sulfonate added all at once, a portion prior to conversion and another portion after conversion, and/or one more delay periods between the addition of water or other reactive ingredient and the addition of magnesium sulfonate; (2) one or more delay periods between the addition of at least a portion of a facilitating acid and at least a portion of the next subsequently added ingredient; (3) no conventional non-aqueous converting agents added prior to conversion; or (4) a combination thereof. The grease has a high dropping point and reduced thickener yield.
C10M 115/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular organic compound other than a carboxylic acid or salt thereof containing sulfur
66.
COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR GERMINATIVE COMPOUNDS IN PROBIOTIC FOOD AND BEVERAGE PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
BacillusBacillus spores, and a food or beverage product may be pre-mixed in any combination. Water is added to the mixture and heated to a temperature range of 42 to 100°C to germinate the probiotic spores prior to being consumed.
A composition and method for activating probiotic spores in food and beverage products, such as steeped teas, coffee, soups, and sauces. A nutrient-germinant composition comprises one or more L-amino acids, optionally one or more buffers to maintain the pH of the composition when added to water in a range of around 6-8, optionally D-glucose, D-fructose, or both D-glucose and D-fructose, and optionally, an osmoprotectant. The nutrient-germinant composition, one or more species of Bacillus spores, and a food or beverage product may be pre-mixed in any combination. Water is added to the mixture and heated to a temperature range of 42 to 100°C to germinate the probiotic spores prior to being consumed.
Waste water purification units; waste water and bacterial treatment units, namely, waste water treatment tanks; waste water treatment apparatus for using microbial fermentation to deliver safe bacteria
Bacillus species) or they may be separately combined for germination. The incubation method comprises heating a nutrient germinant composition and bacteria spores, to a temperature range of 35° C. to 60° C. for around 2 to 60 minutes to produce an incubated bacteria solution that is discharged to the aquaculture application.
Bacillus spores, and a food or beverage product may be pre-mixed in any combination. Water is added to the mixture and heated to a temperature range of 42 to 100° C. to germinate the probiotic spores prior to being consumed.
A composition and method of inhibiting corrosion, white rust, and scale formation on components in a water system. The composition preferably comprises an amino-acid based polymer (most preferably a potyaspartic acid or a salt thereof), hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a second phosphonic acid (preferably a phosphonocarboxylic acid), and does not require the use of regulated metals. The composition is effective even in the presence of biocides. A preferred method of inhibiting white rust comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer or hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid or both to the water system. A preferred method of inhibiting corrosion, white rust, and scale formation comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer, hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a phosphonocarboxylic acid to the water system. Preferably the active concentrations are at least 3 ppm each of the amino-acid based polymer and hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid when added to a volume of water in the water system.
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
C02F 5/14 - 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 phosphorus
C23F 11/04 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in markedly acid liquids
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COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR INHIBITING CORROSION AND SCALE
A composition and method of inhibiting corrosion, white rust, and scale formation on components in a water system. The composition preferably comprises an amino-acid based polymer (most preferably a potyaspartic acid or a salt thereof), hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a second phosphonic acid (preferably a phosphonocarboxylic acid), and does not require the use of regulated metals. The composition is effective even in the presence of biocides. A preferred method of inhibiting white rust comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer or hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid or both to the water system. A preferred method of inhibiting corrosion, white rust, and scale formation comprises adding an amino-acid based polymer, hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid, and a phosphonocarboxylic acid to the water system. Preferably the active concentrations are at least 3 ppm each of the amino-acid based polymer and hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid when added to a volume of water in the water system.
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
C02F 5/14 - 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 phosphorus
C23F 11/04 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in markedly acid liquids
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AUTOMATED PLUMBING SYSTEM SENSOR WARNING SYSTEM AND METHOD
A standing water alert system comprises two conductive wires or a float extending into a drain and connected to an audible or visual alarm that is triggered when standing water is present. A drain alert system and method comprises a plurality of sensors, such as pressure or acoustic/vibration sensors, at various locations within a plumbing or fluid filtration system to measure pressure or an acoustic profile at that location and a control system to compare the measured parameters to a threshold value or range and/or to other measured parameters from nearby sensor locations. A signal is sent to a remote user or computer or an alarm is triggered when the comparison shows a potential blockage, a leak, or indicating that a filter needs to be replaced or cleaned. An approximate location of the blockage, leak, or fouled filter is determined by comparing measured parameters at nearby sensor locations.
G01M 3/26 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by measuring rate of loss or gain of fluid, e.g. by pressure-responsive devices, by flow detectors
G01M 3/28 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by measuring rate of loss or gain of fluid, e.g. by pressure-responsive devices, by flow detectors for pipes, cables, or tubesInvestigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by measuring rate of loss or gain of fluid, e.g. by pressure-responsive devices, by flow detectors for pipe joints or sealsInvestigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by measuring rate of loss or gain of fluid, e.g. by pressure-responsive devices, by flow detectors for valves
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Automated plumbing system sensor warning system and method
A standing water alert system comprises two conductive wires or a float extending into a drain and connected to an audible or visual alarm that is triggered when standing water is present. A drain alert system and method comprises a plurality of sensors, such as pressure or acoustic/vibration sensors, at various locations within a plumbing or fluid filtration system to measure pressure or an acoustic profile at that location and a control system to compare the measured parameters to a threshold value or range and/or to other measured parameters from nearby sensor locations. A signal is sent to a remote user or computer or an alarm is triggered when the comparison shows a potential blockage, a leak, or indicating that a filter needs to be replaced or cleaned. An approximate location of the blockage, leak, or fouled filter is determined by comparing measured parameters at nearby sensor locations.
A cap with refill capability and the ability to track various aspects of the tote, cap, and equipment has been developed for use on chemical totes. It provides the ability to refill the tote without removing the cap and remove water from the fluid and air in the hose.
B65D 77/04 - Articles or materials enclosed in two or more containers disposed one within another
G01F 23/18 - Indicating, recording, or alarm devices actuated electrically
B01D 53/04 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with stationary adsorbents
B65D 77/06 - Liquids or semiliquids enclosed in flexible containers disposed within rigid containers
G01F 1/36 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by measuring pressure or differential pressure the pressure or differential pressure being created by the use of flow constriction
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Pseudomonas. The starter material ingredients are blended together and formed into a tablet or pellet having a particular shape, size, and hardness characteristics suitable for use in the feeder mechanism of a biomass generator.
A bacteria starter material for use in biomass generators without causing jamming of the feeder mechanism, particularly under high temperature and/or high humidity conditions, the starter material comprising one or more species of waste-decomposing bacteria, sucrose, and a soy based protein. Preferably, Di-Pac sugar (sucrose and maltodextrin) and powdered Kikkoman Soy Sauce are used as the sugar and protein ingredients. The starter material may also comprise a dried bran culture comprising Pseudomonas. The starter material ingredients are blended together and formed into a tablet or pellet having a particular shape, size, and hardness characteristics suitable for use in the feeder mechanism of a biomass generator.
System and method for automated control, feed, delivery verification, and inventory management of corrosion and scale treatment products for water systems
A system and method of controlling the treatment of water systems comprises multiple feeders for separately feeding treatment products, in the form of concentrated, non-hazardous, liquids with a single active ingredient, to a water system to treat various issues, such as corrosion and biofilms. A sensor verifies delivery of the treatment product to the water system. A controller controls activation of each feeder to control a feed rate according to programmed functions. The controller receives signals from sensors, which can be used as inputs in calculating feed rates or feeder activation times according to the programed functions and can alter treatment product feed rates based on real time data regarding water system chemistry or flow rates. The controller can send and receive data, signals, alerts, alarms or changes in programming to or from remote users, remote computers, or a water system controller.
C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
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
C02F 5/14 - 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 phosphorus
C02F 1/50 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by addition or application of a germicide or by oligodynamic treatment
C02F 1/68 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by addition of specified substances, e.g. trace elements, for ameliorating potable water
C02F 103/02 - Non-contaminated water, e.g. for industrial water supply
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System and method for treating water systems with high voltage discharge and ozone
A system and method for treating flowing water systems with a plasma discharge to remove or control growth of microbiological species. Components of the water system are protected from being damaged by excess energy from the electrohydraulic treatment. Ozone gas generated by a high voltage generator that powers the plasma discharge is recycled to further treat the water. A gas infusion system may be used to create fine bubbles of ozone, air, or other gases in the water being treated to aid in plasma generation, particularly when the conductivity of the water is high. An electrode mounting assembly maintains a high voltage electrode and ground electrode at a fixed distance from each other to optimize plasma generation. An open support structure for the high voltage generator circuit physically separates spark gap electrodes and resists metal deposits that may disrupt discharge of a high voltage pulse to create the plasma.
Probiotic compositions that comprise one or more bacteria species in spore form, a thickener to form a stabilized suspension and to preferably act as a prebiotic, one or more acids or salts of acids, and optionally a water activity reducer. A system for delivering probiotic compositions by gravity feed or non-contact pump to a point of consumption by a plant or animal, preferably in conjunction with acidified drinking water, comprising a collapsible container with attachable tubing that prevent contamination of the probiotic composition within the container. Delivery may be actuated in response to a timer, motion detector, fluid level sensor, RFID tag, or other mechanism to periodically or continuously dispense a dosage of probiotic composition directly to the soil surrounding a plant or to the water or feed for an animal. A method for increasing beneficial bacteria in an animal's GIT comprises adding probiotics to acidified drinking water.
A composition and method of inhibiting white rust on galvanized steel in water system. The composition preferably comprises two parts, a first part comprising oleylamine and optionally comprising 2-diethylaminoethanol and cyclohexylamine, and a second part comprising phosphonobutane tricarboxylic acid, tolytriazole, and a polymer, and optionally comprising a tracer or sodium hydroxide. A preferred composition comprises two commercially available products, Cetamine V217 S and Chem-Aqua 31155. A preferred method of inhibiting white rust comprises adding the two parts of the composition or two commerically available products to the water in a water system to be treated in an amount sufficient to provide a concentration of the first part of around 200-500 ppm and of the second part of around 50-150 ppm.
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 5/00 - Softening waterPreventing scaleAdding scale preventatives or scale removers to water, e.g. adding sequestering agents
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
Goods & Services
(1) Chemicals, namely, chemicals used for treatment of boiler water, treatment of open re-circulating cooling systems, treatment of closed re-circulating cooling water systems, treatment of closed re-circulating hot water systems, treatment of waste water effluent, and treatment of potable water
(1) Apparatus, namely, equipment used to dilute concentrated chemicals with water and distribute the diluted chemicals into cooling, boiler and closed water treatment systems
A grease delivery system is provided which includes refilling containers with a fluid from a larger reservoir to eliminate excess cost and waste. The container and reservoir are connected using hoses, a pump, and quick connect couplings. The containers are used to provide equipment with the fluid.
F01M 11/04 - Filling or draining lubricant of or from machines or engines
F16N 37/00 - Equipment for transferring lubricant from one container to another
F17C 5/02 - Methods or apparatus for filling pressure vessels with liquefied, solidified, or compressed gases for filling with liquefied gases
B67D 7/04 - 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 fuels, lubricants or mixed fuels and lubricants
A composition for treating a water system or membrane fluid system, such as a reverse osmosis system, to remove scale, microorganisms and biofilm, and corrosion by-products. The composition comprises chelating agents and a surfactant. The composition may be a solid dissolved by water or solvent in the system being treated or may be a pre-mixed foam or aerosol. A method for using such a treatment composition comprises contacting the treatment composition with substantially all parts of the water system and draining the treatment composition from the system before resuming normal operations. For certain systems, the method also comprises draining some existing water in the water system to remove prior treatment compositions and filling or rinsing the system with fresh water prior to adding the treatment composition.
A01N 25/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of applicationSubstances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group Thio-analogues thereof
B08B 7/04 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass by a combination of operations
C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
C02F 5/08 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents
C02F 11/14 - Treatment of sludgeDevices therefor by de-watering, drying or thickening with addition of chemical agents
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COMPOSITION, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR TREATING WATER SYSTEMS
A composition for treating a water system or membrane fluid system, such as a reverse osmosis system, to remove scale, microorganisms and biofilm, and corrosion by-products. The composition comprises chelating agents and a surfactant. The composition may be a solid dissolved by water or solvent in the system being treated or may be a pre-mixed foam or aerosol. A method for using such a treatment composition comprises contacting the treatment composition with substantially all parts of the water system and draining the treatment composition from the system before resuming normal operations. For certain systems, the method also comprises draining some existing water in the water system to remove prior treatment compositions and filling or rinsing the system with fresh water prior to adding the treatment composition.
A01N 25/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of applicationSubstances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group Thio-analogues thereof
B08B 7/04 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass by a combination of operations
C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
C02F 5/08 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents
C02F 11/14 - Treatment of sludgeDevices therefor by de-watering, drying or thickening with addition of chemical agents
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
02 - Paints, varnishes, lacquers
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Anti-spatter chemical compounds for welding, brazing and soldering; soldering chemicals; soldering flux; chemicals, namely, coolant type cutting fluids for industrial metal working; specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores. Spray penetrants for releasing rusted and corroded parts, and release compounds for releasing rusted and corroded parts; protective coatings for wire and electrical components; specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores. All purpose cleaners and degreasing preparations for welding, bonding and general clean-up; cleaning preparations for use on industrial machinery, electrical equipment and electronic equipment; cleaners and polishes for glass and hard surfaces, namely, laminants, tile, and counter tops; paint removers; washing and cleaning compounds for metal surfaces; hand cleaners, specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores. Metal fasteners, namely, bolts, screws, rivets, nuts, lock washers, wall anchors; pre-made assortment kits using trays which contain metal fasteners, namely, bolts, screws, rivets, nuts, lock washers, wall anchors; welding equipment, namely, flux coated metal brazing and welding rods; specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores. Electrical hardware, namely, wiring, conductors, and terminal connectors; specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores. Electrical tape; polymer based patching, filling and sealing compounds for metal, wood, composition and plastic surfaces; sealing compounds for pavement; specifically not including goods sold or distributed in the aftermarket auto parts industry, such industry specifically including, but not limited to, retail and wholesale automotive parts stores.
95.
System and method for treating water systems with high voltage discharge and ozone
A system and method for treating flowing water systems with a plasma discharge to remove or control growth of microbiological species. The system and method protect other components of the water system from being damaged by excess energy from the electrohydraulic treatment. The system and method also recycle ozone gas generated by a high voltage generator that powers the plasma discharge to further treat the water. A gas infusion system upstream of or inside a plasma reaction chamber may be used to create fine bubbles of ozone, air, or other gases in the water being treated to aid in plasma generation.
An overbased calcium magnesium sulfonate grease composition and method of manufacture comprising both overbased calcium sulfonate and overbased magnesium sulfonate in a ratio range of 60:40 to 100: 1. The grease is made according to any known method for making an overbased calcium sulfonate grease by using the overbased magnesium sulfonate in addition to the overbased calcium sulfonate. A portion of the magnesium sulfonate may be added prior to conversion and another portion after conversion, with or without one or more delay periods between the addition of water or other reactive ingredient and the addition of magnesium sulfonate. The grease can be made using calcium hydroxyapatite and/or added calcium carbonate as calcium containing bases for reacting with complexing acids, a non-aqueous converting agent delay method, added alkali metal hydroxide, or any combination thereof. The grease has a high dropping point and reduced thickener yield.
C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 159/20 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products
C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
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COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING CALCIUM SULFONATE AND CALCIUM MAGNESIUM SULFONATE GREASES USING A DELAY AFTER ADDITION OF FACILITATING ACID
A method of making an overbased calcium sulfonate or calcium magnesium sulfonate grease using one or more delay periods between the addition of at least a portion of a facilitating acid, such as DDBSA, and at least a portion of the next subsequently added ingredient. The delay period may be a temperature adjustment delay or a holding delay period. An overbased calcium sulfonate or calcium magnesium sulfonate grease composition comprises 0.5%-5% of a facilitating acid, allows for a reduced amount of overbased calcium sulfonate below 22%, and allows for a reduced amount of calcium hydroxyapatite to provide 10-25% of hydroxide equivalent basicity of the total hydroxide equivalent basicity due to calcium hydroxyapatite and added calcium hydroxide, while maintaining a high dropping point.
C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 159/20 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products
C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
98.
COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING CALCIUM MAGNESIUM SULFONATE GREASES WITHOUT A CONVENTIONAL NON-AQUEOUS CONVERTING AGENT
An overbased calcium magnesium sulfonate grease composition and method of making such grease without using any conventional non-aqueous converting agents, such as hexylene glycol, as a pre- conversion ingredient. The addition of magnesium sulfonate as an ingredient prior to conversion appears to act as a new, non- conventional converting agent, resulting in greases with improved thickener yield and excellent dropping point.
C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 159/20 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products
C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
99.
Composition and method of manufacturing overbased sulfonate modified lithium carboxylate grease
An overbased sulfonate modified lithium carboxylate grease composition and method of manufacture comprising overbased calcium sulfonate, overbased magnesium sulfonate, or both added to a source of lithium hydroxide, base oil, and optionally one or more acids when a complex grease is desired. When overbased sulfonate is added, the amount of dicarboxylic acid relative monocarboxylic acid may be reduced. Additionally, the amount of lithium hydroxide added may be less than stoichiometrically needed to react with the acids. A sulfonate modified lithium grease with improved thickener yield and dropping point may be made without multiple heating and cooling cycles or using a pressurized kettle.
C10M 123/06 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being a compound of the type covered by group
C10M 125/10 - Metal oxides, hydroxides, carbonates or bicarbonates
C10M 129/42 - Carboxylic acidsSalts thereof having carboxyl groups bound to acyclic or cycloaliphatic carbon atoms having 8 or more carbon atoms polycarboxylic
C10M 129/44 - Carboxylic acidsSalts thereof having carboxyl groups bound to acyclic or cycloaliphatic carbon atoms having 8 or more carbon atoms containing hydroxy groups
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 169/06 - Mixtures of thickeners and additives
C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
100.
COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING CALCIUM SULFONATE AND CALCIUM MAGNESIUM SULFONATE GREASES USING A DELAY AFTER ADDITION OF FACILITATING ACID
A method of making an overbased calcium sulfonate or calcium magnesium sulfonate grease using one or more delay periods between the addition of at least a portion of a facilitating acid, such as DDBSA, and at least a portion of the next subsequently added ingredient. The delay period may be a temperature adjustment delay or a holding delay period. An overbased calcium sulfonate or calcium magnesium sulfonate grease composition comprises 0.5%-5% of a facilitating acid, allows for a reduced amount of overbased calcium sulfonate below 22%, and allows for a reduced amount of calcium hydroxyapatite to provide 10-25% of hydroxide equivalent basicity of the total hydroxide equivalent basicity due to calcium hydroxyapatite and added calcium hydroxide, while maintaining a high dropping point.
C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
C10M 159/20 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products
C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
